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Robert Szymanski Obituary
Mr. Szymanski was a retired shift supervisor for Mississippi Power Company where he was employed for over 34 years. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. During his retirement he enjoyed building furniture, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends who likewise enjoyed his humorous stories and incredible sense of humor.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Henry Szymanski, Sr. and Hilda Augusta Iversen Szymanski; and a brother, Richard Szymanski.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Dorothy Marie Walters Szymanski of Gulfport; two daughters, Margaret (Bill) Jenkins and Barbara (Barry) Marshall all of Gulfport; a son, David (C.J.) Szymanski of Forest City, NC; six grandchildren, Blake (Tiffany) Jenkins of Birmingham, AL, Karen (Henry) Hewes of Gulfport, Jason (Amy) Olivieri of Atlantic Beach, FL, Jennifer (Scott) Yanklowitz of Chicago, Il, Zoe' (Derek) Rico of McKinney, TX, and Shella Szymanski of Houston, TX; and four great-grandchildren, Elle and Clara Jenkins of Birmingham, Lola Rose Olivieri of Atlantic Beach, FL, and arriving soon Baby Girl Yanklowitz of Chicago.
The funeral service will be Thursday, August 20, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport, where friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until the service. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Gulfport.
His family wishes to extend special thanks to Memorial Hospice and to his caregivers of The Good Life Home Care, Cheri and Robert Karney, Barbara Jefferson, Sara Ladner, Brianna Tingley, Kimberly Young, and Clara Vella.
The family prefers memorials to St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1301 31st Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39501.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Szymanski
Risa and Zackery, Daughter and Grandson of Richard Szymanski
April 25, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Emile Guel
August 27, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Bob was one of the good guys.
A. Argyle
August 25, 2009
To the Szymanski family, I sincerely offer my condolences for the loss of Mr. Robert. His soft voice and kindness won't be forgotten by those who knew and loved him.
Rae Anne Ryan
August 21, 2009
Margaret and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time. It's so hard to lose one so dear as a father. I hope that your happy memories will soon help ease the pain you feel today.
Warm regards,
Rae Anne Weaver Ryan and family
Cathy Edmunds
August 21, 2009
Dear David and CJ,
Our prayers are always with you today
and every day.
Cathy & Buzz
Edmunds
MDA Staff
August 20, 2009
Barbara,
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Bruce & Carla Baker
August 20, 2009
David and C.T. we were very sorry to hear about Mr. Szymanski. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robert Wink
August 20, 2009
David and family,
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Szymanski. My thoughts are with you.
August 20, 2009
Mrs. Szymanski, Margaret, Barbara and David--I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many good memories of being at your house--a lovely home and lovely people. We lost my mom last September and it is still painful, but wonderful memories and good friends help make it bearable. Thinking of you all.
Jill Averett White, Alexandria, LA
Kent Miller
August 20, 2009
David and the rest of the Szymanski family,
I'm sorry to hear of Mr. Szymanski's passing. Our thoughts go out to you during this very trying time.
Melody Cole
August 20, 2009
To David and family,
David,I am Melody Fox (Cole.). I lived across the railroad track from you on 33rd avenue long ago in Gulfport. I recognized your last name in an instant! I recall a Barbara too. ~~ I am sorry for the passing of your father. May he rest in beautiful peace.~~ My best of good wishes to you and your family.
Greg Angel
August 20, 2009
David S. and family,
I am sorry to hear about your dad. I know he will be missed by all that knew him. Just look ahead and keep your eyes on the Lord and everything will be just fine. May God Bless you and your family.
Greg, Melissa, & Matthew Angel
Carol (Combs) Smith
August 20, 2009
David ~
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Nick Surian
August 20, 2009
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I worked with Bob at Plant Watson for several years and he was always soft spoken, kind, well liked and knew his job. He was one of the core group that made Watson what it is today. He'll be missed.
Lyndon Beard
August 19, 2009
My sympathies to the entire Szymanski family. Though I haven't been to the Szymanski household since elementary school (probably); I do remember David very well as a cool and very nice guy. I hope the love and kindness of friends and extended family ease the pain of your loss.
Dale Stone
August 19, 2009
Margaret, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
August 19, 2009
Dear Mrs. Szymanski and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayer for you now is for a peace that passes earthly understanding. Mr.
Szymanski gave us all the example of a life well-lived. Once, on Markham Dr.,he taught us that a fallen Magnolia leaf could be used to scrub out the birdbath and we will fondly remember him each time we do that (almost daily.)We believe in eternal life. These words are from Jesus in John Ch. 14: I go to prepare a place for you, that where I am, there ye may be also. We love you (and yours.)
Sincerely, Paul and Kathy McKnight
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
August 20, 2009
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
Viletta McCormick
August 19, 2009
Margaret, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless.
August 19, 2009
David - We would like to express our deepest sympathy for you loss. If we can help give us a call.
Susan and Gary
Hilliard
Keith Brown
August 19, 2009
Barbara, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Lana Seymour
August 19, 2009
Mrs. Szymanski, Margaret, Barbara and David. My deepest condolences to each of you. I remember well our spend the night parties. I always thought of him as the gentle giant!! So sorry for your loss.
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