John Z. Krawczyk's Obituary
KRAWCZYK, John Z., 81, born on December 7, 1934 in Kowal, Poland, peacefully entered eternal rest on November 25, 2016 while at home in Valrico, Fla surrounded by his loving family. John was raised in a Catholic orphanage, and at the age of 17 joined the USAF and served his country for 26 years with immeasurable pride. He was a devout Catholic who loved life and people. John was an extraordinary man who loved his family unconditionally, with a loving, giving heart. He lit up a room with his charismatic personality and twinkling blue eyes. His absence will be missed that no words can describe; he is now at peace in heaven with our Almighty God. He was preceded in death by 3 siblings. John is survived by Providence, his beloved wife of over 56 years, 2 daughters: Connie Butera (Gaspar) and Donna Hardin (Jeff), 2 sons in law, 5 granddaughters, 4 great granddaughters, 2 great grandsons, extended family, and numerous friends. A visitation will be held 6 – 8 pm with a prayer service at 7:30 pm, Thursday, December 1, at Boza and Roel Funeral Home, 4730 N Armenia Ave, Tampa. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 am, Friday, December 2, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 1711 E 11th Ave, Tampa 33605. Interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to a charity of choice or paying it forward and doing something nice for someone else.
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