John F. Berzanskis, Sr, 90, of Rolling Prairie, IN passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2013 at Brentwood Senior Living Center.
John was born in Chicago, IL on March 3rd, 1923 to Jonas and Onna (Tolenitis) Berzanskis. He spent most of his life in Chicago where he raised his family and began the family business AMS Mechanical Systems. At the age of 55 he and his wife Mary Ann (Shilney) who preceded him in death on May 5, 1998 moved to Kona Hawaii, where he spent 32 wonderful years and became known for his strong work ethic, entrepreneurial nature and large but gentle handshake. John relocated to Rolling Prairie, IN in 2010 and spent his remaining years close to his children and grandchildren.
Surviving are his beloved daughters; Janine (Herman) Meyers and Judith (Cook) Berzanskis both of LaPorte; his son, John F. (Sandy) Berzanskis, Jr. of Palos Park, IL; friend and caretaker, Nikki Shafer, grandchildren, Jennifer (Marc) Heniser, Patrick (Erin) Baugh, Jake (Jenny) Baugh, Jamyn (Dave) Simonik, McGee (Michael) Jacobson, Domini, John Robert Berzanskis and 17 Great Grandchildren.
John served his country in WWII as a member of the Merchant Marines.
There will be no public funeral service. A small private memorial service for the family will be scheduled at a later date. The Berzanskis family is asking that you keep their father and family in your prayers. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Hospice Center who so caringly kept John comfortable throughout his most difficult time. Harbor Light Hospice, 1608 E. Day Road, Mishawaka, IN, 4654 or www.harborlighthospice.com
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John was born in Chicago, IL on March 3rd, 1923 to Jonas and Onna (Tolenitis) Berzanskis. He spent most of his life in Chicago where he raised his family and began the family business AMS Mechanical Systems. At the age of 55 he and his wife Mary Ann (Shilney) who preceded him in death on May 5, 1998 moved to Kona Hawaii, where he spent 32 wonderful years and became known for his strong work ethic, entrepreneurial nature and large but gentle handshake. John relocated to Rolling Prairie, IN in 2010 and spent his remaining years close to his children and grandchildren.
Surviving are his beloved daughters; Janine (Herman) Meyers and Judith (Cook) Berzanskis both of LaPorte; his son, John F. (Sandy) Berzanskis, Jr. of Palos Park, IL; friend and caretaker, Nikki Shafer, grandchildren, Jennifer (Marc) Heniser, Patrick (Erin) Baugh, Jake (Jenny) Baugh, Jamyn (Dave) Simonik, McGee (Michael) Jacobson, Domini, John Robert Berzanskis and 17 Great Grandchildren.
John served his country in WWII as a member of the Merchant Marines.
There will be no public funeral service. A small private memorial service for the family will be scheduled at a later date. The Berzanskis family is asking that you keep their father and family in your prayers. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Hospice Center who so caringly kept John comfortable throughout his most difficult time. Harbor Light Hospice, 1608 E. Day Road, Mishawaka, IN, 4654 or www.harborlighthospice.com
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com