Joseph Blasczyk

Joseph Blasczyk, 86, of Las Cruces went to be with his Lord on Thursday, May 19, 2005. He was born Aug. 5, 1918 in Passaic, New Jersey. He was a veteran of the US Army Paratroopers where he served his country honorably; he had been a prisoner of war and was awarded many medal and ribbons. He is survived by his son Pastor Joseph Blasczyk Jr. of Chicago, ILL; daughter Ruth Brown and husband Dr. M.E. Brown of Las Cruces; grandchildren Joy and husband Ruben, Noel and by nieces, nephews and cousins. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife Marian; 2 granddaughters, 2 brothers ands 2 sisters. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 PM Thursday, May 26, 2005 at Getz Funeral Home. Funeral Services are at 10:00 AM Friday, May 27, 2005 also at Getz Funeral Home with his son Pastor Joseph Blasczyk Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery with military honors. Pallbearers will members of Joseph's family and friends. In lieu of flowers donations may be made the Gideons, PO Box 3217, Las Cruces, NM 88003. JOE FOUND HIS JOY IN LIFE BY SERVING GOD AND MINISTERING TO THE NEEDS OF OTHERS. HE WAS LOVED BY ALL WHO MET HIM AND WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. PDF Printable Version