Michael Hvizdzak
February 25, 1923 ~ June 6, 2011
Michael Hvizdzak, 88, of Weirton, passed away Monday, June 6, 2011, at his home.
Born February 25, 1923 in Ubrez, Czechoslovakia, he was a son of the late Michael and Mary Varoscak Hvizdzak. He was also preceded in death by his sister Mary Matvias; and a great granddaughter, Christina Moore.
Michael served his country during World War II with the United States Army Air Corps, where he flew 18 missions in New Guinea, Philippines and Luzon.
With 35 years of service, Michael retired from Weirton Steel where he was an air compressor operator in the strip steel department of the 54' hot mill.
When he was not working, Michael enjoyed woodworking, and carpentry, and made many Christmas decorations for his family and friends.
He was a member of the St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church, where he served as an usher for 60 years; St. Mary's Men's Club, a third degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus 3734, WSX 25-Year Club, AARP, Three Score Seniors and the Greek Catholic Union.
Michael is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary A. Mohoroski Hvizdzak , whom he married November 13, 1948; sons David (Barbara) and Greg (Georgia) Hvizdzak all of Weirton and Edward (Faye) Hvizdzak of Colliers, WV; daughters, Honey (John) Moore and Michelle Lahita all of Weirton; 10 grandchildren, Christopher (Karen) Moore, Andrew Moore, Jennifer (Tom) Rowland, Nicole (Kristopher) Tingler, Michael (Toni) Hvizdzak, Laura Boni, Andrea and Cpl. Nicholas Hvizdzak, Spc. Philip Lahita, and Rachel (Kurtis) Shank; and, 11 great grandchildren.
Friends will be received 6-8 PM Wednesday and 2-4 and 6-8PM Thursday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton.
A Knights of Columbus Rosary will be recited 7PM Wednesday.
Parastas services will be held Thursday at 7:15 PM. Blessing Service will be held Friday at 9:30AM in the funeral home followed by the Funeral Liturgy at 10AM at St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church with the Reverend Father Ed Lucas officiating. Interment will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton, with military services conducted by the American Legion Firing Squad.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church, 3116 Elm Street, Weirton, WV 26062.
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Mr. Michael Hvizdak is a great person and will be sadly missed by all. I really thought a lot of him. My Love and Prayers go out to the family.
Michelle, my deepest condolences for the loss of your father. It is a loss we are never quite prepared for. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Vanessa
On behalf of the children of the late Stanley & Mary Jane Tuchalski, we wish to express our most sincere sympathy on the loss of Mr. Hvizdak. Yet another part of the wonderful fabric of St. Mary’s has passed. You will be in our thoughts and we pray God – “Blessed Repose and Eternal Memory!” Walter & Rita Tuchalski Yvonne Tuchalski Mary Kay & Michael Smith Stas` Tuchalski Michael Tuchalski
So sorry for your loss.
Honey, John and family, I am so very sorry to hear about your dad. I know first hand how hard it is to lose your father. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. God Bless. Bob and Terri Marino
Dear Honey and Family, I was so sorry to read of your Father’s passing. You are in thoughts and prayers. Carol
To the Hvizdak Family, I am so sorry for your loss, I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers and for God to give your strength in these sad times. God Bless. Scott A. Moore
I am very sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. As our neighbor,he was always there to lend a hand, or just smile and wave hello. In the midst of our sorrow, however, we rejoice that he has gone home to the waiting arms of God. Ric and I send our sincere sympathy.
Mary and family, I am so sorry to learn of Mike’s passing. Wish we could be there. You will be in our thoughts and prayers… All our love, Jan Sabol Simonis, Steven, John, Ricki Ann and Nicholas. ViÄnaja pamjat. ViÄnaja pamjat. Blažennyl pokoj; ViÄnaja pamjat
Dear Hvzdzak Family, I am saddened to read of your husband, father, grandfather’s passing. I pray that God comforts and holds you in his loving arms at this time of sorrow.You are in my prayers. Jeanie
Dear Hvzdzak Family, I am saddened to read of your husband, father, grandfather’s passing. I pray that God comforts and holds you in his loving arms at this time of sorrow.You are in my prayers. Jeanie
Dear Greg and Georgia, We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Hvizdzak’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you all, Bill Beth Eleni Zoe and Zach Mike Ruth and Jason Vasso and Henry
To the Hvizdzak Family Saying a prayer for you during this time of sorrow.
I pray for you all. I will miss Mr Hvizdzak, he was one of the best people I’ve met. He always greeted me with a smile and kindness. My heart and prayers go out to you.