Timothy J. Wawrzyniak

Timothy J. Wawrzyniak, 70, of Rochester, NY passed away Saturday, June 8th, 2024. Timothy is predeceased by his parents, Walter and Alma Wawrzyniak. He is survived by his wife, Diana; daughter, Kimberly Wawrzyniak; son, Adam (Christina) Wawrzyniak; grandsons, Joseph, Maximus, and Marco Wawrzyniak; granddaughter, Mikaela Wawrzyniak; brothers, Paul (Karen), Larry (Chris) and Jamie Wawrzyniak; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Timothy's visitation will be held Tuesday, June 18th, 4:00-6:00 pm at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane. His celebration of life will immediately follow at 6:00 pm. One way of honoring Tim is to make a donation to the American Heart Association in his name. AHA website: www.heart.org/en/affiliates/new-york Remembering Timothy: Timothy was born on December 8, 1953, in the city of Buffalo, New York, to proud parents Walter and Alma. He grew up in the neighboring city of Rochester alongside his siblings Larry, Paul, and Jamie. Walter, a dedicated postal worker and military veteran, and Alma, a meticulous quality control worker at Kodak, provided a nurturing environm...[more]

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for Timothy's formative years. Timothy's labrador retriever, Hoss, was a faithful companion who everyone wanted on their football team. Hoss would run with the ball and tackle people. Attending Our Lady of Mercy for grade school and later Greece Arcadia for high school, Timothy discovered his passion for automotive mechanics. He fixed up cars alongside friends, honing his craft and developing a keen eye for precision and detail. It was during this time that his interest grew in mathematics and science. Timothy delved deeper into his passion, participating in WEMOCO and enrolling in apprenticeships where he thrived in machine engineering and tool-and-die programs. His precision skills found a perfect match in the world of building and repairing large industrial machinery. In his personal life, Timothy found his lifelong companion in Diana, a nurse who came to his aid after a car accident. They were soon married and together they raised two children, Kimberly and Adam, sharing cherished family moments camping in beautiful places like Cooperstown, Old Forge, and Yellowstone Park. Over the years, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, Joey, Mikaela, Max, and Marco. Timothy's pursuit of perfection and precision extended to anything he set his mind to. Over the years, he took on complex projects like home additions, remodeling and all types of auto repair including rebuilding engines. Everyone remembers how Thanksgiving turkey was never the same each year because he was always in pursuit of the next great recipe. Whether at car shows, cheering on the Buffalo Bills, or enjoying music from his favorite bands like Journey and Chicago, Timothy found contentment in the simple pleasures of life. Even though he may have grumbled at imperfections, his love for his family and friends was unwavering. Timothy's greatest legacy is not merely the machines he built or the engines he repaired, but the knowledge he imparted and the love he shared. His belief in his loved ones and friends serves as a lasting testament to the remarkable man he was. Timothy believed people can do anything if they just try.