"I had just spoken with Gary for the first time in almost 50 years in September, so I was shocked and saddened by his passing. My condolences to his close friends and family. "
In loving memory of
Gary Mazur
October 3, 1960 - November 13, 2022
GARY EDWARD MAZUR, 62, Roseville, longtime Resident of Eastpointe, MI died suddenly on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Beloved son of Josephine and the late Gerald, brother to the late Barbara (Patrick) O'Brien, Suzanne (Richard) Ouellette, Sharon (B. Thomas) Marchese, Richard, Debra (Christopher) Vizachero, David (Jacqueline), Paul, William (Mary), Patricia (Thomas) Salerno, Kenneth (Jennifer), and John (Sarah), an Uncle to many Nieces and Nephews, a Cousin, and a Godfather.
A 1978 Graduate of East Detroit High School, Gary was a member of the Varsity Football and the Varsity Wrestling teams. Upon graduating he became involved in rough and finished carpentry. In his 20's, Gary found a passion to construct and to restore kitchen cabinets and did many remodeling projects for family and friends. Gary later developed an appreciation of and a love for CNC millwork and steel fabrication. He was employed for small and medium-sized Machine Shops in the years that followed. Gary showcased a discipline and an inordinate attention to detail that was always appreciated and admired. Gary enjoyed all facets of life. In addition to his large family, one of Gary's biggest loves was his best friend and four-year old canine companion, Bear.
Visitation will begin at 9:30 am and a Funeral Mass following at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at St. Veronica Catholic Church in Eastpointe, MI. Please keep Gary and his family in your prayers.
May Gary rest in peace.
Please consider a memorial contribution in Gary's name to St. Veronica Catholic Church, 21440 Universal Ave., Eastpointe, MI 48021.
Tributes
"When all the Mazur's are anywhere, it is a guaranteed good time - laughs, smiles and many stories. So, heartbroken for the sudden loss of Gary from your earthly family of goodness and love. Wherever there is love, there is grief - praying for all of you. Love, Cousin Ann Marie"
"I admired Gary--as I do several of my other cousins--for the special bond we share as members of the Recovery Community. May he find rest and peace in the Lord. Cousin Larry Chominski"
"So incredibly shocked and saddened to hear about Gary. I've known him since the 3rd grade, St. V's and EDHS.... Prayers for his family and friends... "
"So sorry to hear of his passing, I am also a former 1978er... didn't know him well but did know of him...always heard good things about him..I'm sorry for your loss will pray for all of you.."