Deacon David J. Kasprzyk's Obituary
Deacon David J. Kasprzyk, age 74, entered eternal life on Wednesday, June 23, 2021. He was born November 26, 1946 in Saginaw, MI to Joseph and Mary (Kopasz) Kasprzyk. On February 15, 1969, he married Loretta Jean Burzynski in Gaylord, MI. He worked as a teacher for the Birch Run Public Schools for 7.5 years and Catholic High Schools in Saginaw for 2 years and spent his last 20 years at Holton Public Schools until he retired in 2005. Deacon Dave was ordained to the Permanent Diaconate in the Diocese of Saginaw, MI on July 12, 1981. They relocated to Muskegon County in 1985 and he served the parishes of St. Mary of the Woods, Our Lady of Grace, St. Thomas the Apostle, and Sacred Heart. He was a life member of the Knights of Columbus Council #13035. Dave enjoyed camping, golfing, gardening and spent many summers helping to remodel or build homes. Dave and his family enjoyed touring the National Parks and took pleasure in the natural splendor of our country. He particularly enjoyed the camping trips that he was able to share with his children and their families over the last seven years. Dave was the Captain of the “Hot Mess Express” and the family camper convoy was always a force to be reckoned with on the roads. When not camping, Dave and Loretta spent their summers tending to their large vegetable garden. He enjoyed golfing, especially with his sons-in-law. Dave was known at Holton High School for his crazy ties and plaid pants, which were most often worn together. Dave truly loved his work as a Deacon and continued to minister to His flock until his death. Survivors include his loving wife, Loretta J. Kasprzyk; 2 daughters, Katherine (Steve) Hayes, Cheryl (Damon) Coslow; 4 grandchildren, Nathaniel, Andrew, Alina, Bronte; and sister, Mary Jo (Douglas) Macaulay. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church (3252 E. Apple Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442) with Bishop David J. Walkowiak presiding. Visitation will be held 2-4PM and 6-8PM on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at St. Thomas Church. A Scripture Service will be held at 6:30 PM Tuesday evening at the church. Interment will take place at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Brunswick, MI. Memorial Contributions may be directed to Catholic Relief Services or Food for the Poor. Arrangements handled by The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 737 Apple Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442.
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