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Rev. Richard T. Brzowsky
CENTRALIA, IL - Rev. Richard T. Brzowsky, 66, of Centralia passed away Friday, May 18, 2013, at 11:57 p.m. at his home.
He was born July 4, 1946, in Baltimore, Md., the son of Jack and Carolyn (Schweitzer) Brzowsky. He married Carol R. (Koenig) on Sept. 28, 1974, in St. Louis, Mo.; she survives.
Also surviving are his mother, Carolyn Brzowsky of Md.; brothers, Allan (Peggy) Brzowsky, Donald (Sharon) Brzowsky, and David (Gail) Brzowsky all of Md.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Robert Brzowsky.
He was Pastor, and member, of the Lutheran Church of The Redeemer in Centralia since 1995 when he moved to Centralia. He was very instrumental in establishing the Tuesday's Child after-school program at the church, was active in the Centralia Cultural Society where he was a past board member, and was also active in the Centralia Covenant Church where he was a member.
The funeral service will be Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at 11 a.m. at the Lutheran Church of The Redeemer with Bishop John Roth officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Evergreen Cemetery in Central City.Friends may call after 10 a.m. on Wednesday morning at the church
For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer or the House of Hope Animal Shelter and will be accepted at the Irvin Funeral Home in Centralia, who is in charge of arrangements.
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Cheri Scheuermann
May 16, 2020
Cant believe its been 7 years since Rich passed. Have thought of you often, Carol. Hope you are doing well. Rich was truly a wonderful man.
Cheri Scheuermann
May 22, 2013
Carol, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I believe Rich will continue to watch over you and hope you will forever feel his love. He was a very sweet & caring man. My life is definitely richer for having known him. Our love & prayers are with you.
Allan Brzowsky
May 20, 2013
Dear Carol,
Peggy and I are genuinely sorry for your loss, in the loss of my brother. Growing up as kids, I thought we would be young forever; but, forever is never to be. I can't forget the last visit he made to Baltimore, and gave my wife Peggy a blessing for healing after her stroke, by anointing her head with oil. And so now it is my turn to return the blessing to you, and pray that God heals your broken heart. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Allan and Peggy Brzowsky
Baltimore, Md
May 19, 2013
Carol - We are so sorry for your loss. During his time at Faith Lutheran here in Springfield, we were blessed to get to know Rich and you, become friends, and watch him blossom as he prepared to answer the right call to a congregation. We were blessed to have him in our church and lives. I know you heard the bell ring when he received his wings to serve as your Angel.
Love, Neil & Patti Kelley
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church
Springfield, Illinois
Judy Ahrens
May 19, 2013
Carol, so sorry to here of the passing of a wonderful man. Rich was a kind and loving person. So glad we were able to enjoy you guys when you were here at St. John's Lutheran Church in Springfield, IL. And our Audra Lyn Ahrens took part in his ordan. Such a soft spoken man. He will be missed by so many. I know you will miss him very much. He is your Angel with you all ways. Would love to here from you any time. Take care and God Bless.
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