Born: August 16, 1925 - Deceased: May 23, 2021
Mitchell W. Mezyk Sr., Sr., 95, of Belleville, IL, born Sunday, August 16, 1925, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 23, 2021 at St. Paul’s Home in Belleville, IL with family by his side.
Mitchell worked as a meat cutter for Armour Company. He was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church, Belleville IL and enjoyed going to the casino, loved horse racing and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mitchell was a United States Army Veteran serving in World War II.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Wife, Dolores M., nee Rigney, Mezyk
- Son, Mitchell W. Mezyk, Jr.
- Parents, Andrew and Lottie, nee Motyka, Mezyk
- Granddaughter, Kerri Michele Voigt
- Brothers:
- Paul Mezyk
- John Mezyk
- Walter Mezyk
- Frank Mezyk
- Sister, Helen Reiff
- Son-in-law, Richard Klotz
Surviving are his:
- Children:
- Kathleen (Kenneth) Voigt of Belleville, IL
- Michele Klotz of Freeburg, IL
- Anthony J. (Karen) Mezyk of Freeburg, IL
- Walter J. (Robyn) Mezyk of Marissa, IL
- Daughter-in-law, Cathy Mezyk of Belleville, IL
- Grandchildren:
- Renee Mezyk
- Bryan Mezyk
- Ryan (Carrie) Klotz
- Rachel (Jeremy) Baldridge
- Kristi (Richard) Wilson
- Nicholaus Mezyk
- Kimberlee (Jeff) Hanewinkel
- Miranda (Joey) Ingram
- 14 Great grandchildren
- Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and friends
Special thanks to Shannon Dey and the staff at Bradford Assisted Living in Swansea and to St. Paul’s Senior Community Living in Belleville.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to donor’s choice.
Visitation: Visitation will be held from 9:00 am – 11:00 am, Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Rev. Kenneth York officiating. Interment will follow at St. Adalbert Cemetery, Fairview Heights, IL.
9 Comments
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. He was a very special man and truly will be missed.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your dad/grandfather left a big mark on the world. I pray that God will fill your minds with happy memories and help you through this sad time.
Mr. Mezyk was one with a pleasant and gentle soul, never got upset about anything. He was loved by me deeply I will always cherish, the friendship we gained as cna and resident. Mitch you always will have a special place in my, heart around be truly missed.
Hi Angela Thank you for the kind words about Dad. He was an awesome Dad / person. He liked the girls at St Paul’s and guys. He did always say That girl takes good care of me. I knew who he meant. You are a very sweet person. Thank you so much for being there for Dad. It is rough right now but it will get better. Kathy and The Family of Mitchell W Mezyk Sr
You were my parent’s best friend and my son Colbys. You will be in our prayers and thoughts here in Las Vegas.
Grandpa was a special guy. I always enjoyed my converSations with him. He was well-loved by all of you. I’m so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you.
We are so sorry for your loss. He was such a funny guy!! Al really liked being around him back in the day. Please know we are thinking of you.
Sorry for your loss. Prayers and loving thoughts to everyone ?
So very sorry for such a tremendous loss. We will be thinking of all of you as you celebrate his life. Our hearts and prayers are with you and the whole family. We love you all. ❤️