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Tom Szajko S.C.
December 9, 1967 - December 1, 2017
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On Friday, December 1, 2017, Mr. Thomas Geza Szajko S.C. of Oliver passed away suddenly at his home at the age of 49 years.
He was predeceased by his parents Geza and Josie Szajko.
Tom will be fondly remembered by his loving family including wife Michelle; children Ashley, Derick and Connor; stepsons Harley and Blake; grandson Jack; sister Tammy; nephew Smith and niece Maryann.
Tom spent most of his working career as a roofer. He enjoyed hunting and antique picking.
Tom was awarded the Star of Courage from the Governor General.
“Mr. Szajko repeatedly entered a burning house to save six people in Oliver, British Columbia, on June 18, 1994. While driving by, he noticed a house on fire and immediately stopped, ran to the house and kicked open the front door. After helping five of the occupants out of the building, he learned there was a woman still inside. Unsure of where she was, he entered several times to search for her in the dense smoke. Finally, he heard a call for help and was able to locate the woman. As he reached her, an explosion sent the two backwards. The heat and smoke increased in intensity, but Mr. Szajko was able to drag the severely burned woman to the door where others assisted in pulling her out.”
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday December 13, 2017 at the Oliver Elks Hall. Interment and committal will follow at the Oliver Municipal Cemetery.
Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium, Oliver & Osoyoos.
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium
Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Heather Wilson
Relation: Family Friend
RIP Tommy. Our sincere condolences for his children and family members.
From: Lin Martinson
Oh, Tommy … RIP. Oliver will not be the same without you. My condolences to his family and friends.
From: Jo Tanner
Rip Tommy condolances to your kids and family
From: Serena Deol
Relation: Old friend
So sad to hear about Tommy……
Known him since the teenage days, bailed me out a couple of times! Big heart, colourful personality……always meant well, he was definitely one of a kind.
Rest In Peace Tom
Serena
From: Ken Laluk
Relation: Friend
So sad…. Tommy was an outstanding man… despite his very unique personality, he was in my opinion a very ” Solid ” guy… I truly enjoyed knowing him…. this world truly lost a one of a kind man…. a legend…. good bye Tom…
From: Rhonda Moore
Relation: Old friend
the world will miss that gigantic personality of yours….Peace
From: Debbie Jeiziner
Relation: Old friend
I was so shocked and sad to hear about Tommy. I have very fond memories of our friendship and the good times we had during high school. He was always the one to make me laugh with his crazy sense of humour, and there was never a dull moment when we hung out together. He was definitely one of a kind. I will miss you Tommy and Oliver will never be the same without you now. Rest in peace my old friend. You deserve it. My sincerest condolences to the family.
From: ernie race
Relation: friend
our thoughts are with you Tammy , he was a brave young man in a tough world , ernie & barb
From: Audrey Silbernagel
Relation: Friend of Tammy
We were very sorry to hear about Tommy’s passing. Tammy, please accept our condolences to you, Maryann and Smith from the Silbernagel family.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
December 13, 2017
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Oliver Elks Hall
477 Bank Avenue
Oliver, BC Canada
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday December 13, 2017 at the Oliver Elks Hall. Interment and committal will follow at the Oliver Municipal Cemetery.
477 Bank Avenue
Oliver, BC Canada
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