Brozina, Andrew Robert. At Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie, on Monday, November 15th, 2010. Andrew Brozina, in his 40th year, dearly beloved son of Peter and Halina. Remembered with love by his sisters Diane and Jeff, and Nicole and Dimo. Loved fondly by his grandmother Stella. Dearest nephew of Wanda Jadwiga and family, and all the Brozina family and friends.
Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 from 7-9 pm., and from 9 am., Thursday November 18th until time of Requiem Mass at St. James Church, Colgan at 11:00 am. Interment St. James Cemetery, Colgan. (www.rodabramsfuneralhome.com)
Diane Brozina says
Andrew
I truly believe God puts each and every one of us here on earth for a purpose. God gave us Andrew for a reason. My parents were given a son – a son who would all his life need extra love and care. My parents accepted that challenge. Through God my parents were given the strength to do that. My brother gave this family strength and taught us that there is hope on earth, love, patience, happiness, kindness, generousity, and the importance of family. That is who my brother was. My brother taught us to accept who we are and be proud of who we are.
Andrew was a beautiful son, brother, grandson, uncle, brother-in-law, nephew, cousin, and friend. Everyone who met him was drawn to his gentle heart and warm smile. Andrew my brother was very kind and very well mannered. My parents taught him well. He loved people. He was the most happiest when we would be around our family and friends.
My brother was strong – very strong. He had many health issues which he overcame in his lifetime and his strong heart gave the hope for him to overcome those obstacles. But I never saw him cry because he was in pain. That is how strong he was. I only saw tears when friends and family who were visiting would have to go home or when it was time for Andrew to leave a party. That is how much he loved being with those he loved.
Andrew was a wonderful brother to me and my sister. Sometimes we wished he could take care of our battles, but he always looked out for us. When my sister and I got our driver’s licence, before he went to bed he made us give him our car keys so that we would not go out anywhere without him. He would sleep holding those keys. This was only because loved when we took him out for rides in the car.
As an uncle, Andrew was the best with the children. He loved them dearly. They would watch television together, lie in bed together, colour, play blocks, and ride their bikes. The children always called him Uncle Andrew. He loved to boss them around and always saw if they were up to no good and put them in their place. They always looked forward to Andrew giving them a sweet treat and he was very generous with them. The children made him happy.
Now I would like to speak on behalf of my brother Andrew. If he could speak I know he would like to have all you know how much he loved all of you here today. Thank you for being here.
A special thank you to Sue Wilton- Andrew loved you. You were there for him whenever he needed you. He would be so happy he would not sleep all night if he knew you were coming over to take him out for the day. Thank you dearly from the bottom of our hearts for taking care of Andrew. Thank you for helping my parents with Andrew and for being such a special person in Andrews life. You will never be forgotten.
As for my mother and father and Babcia, thank you for taking care of Andrew all his life. He had a wonderful life and that is because you were able to give him that life because of your love and strength. Your strength made it possible for him to live a life of no regrets. But one knew him better than my mom and Andrew knew that. He would always say to her “my mommy”. And mom, you will always forever be his mommy. Thank you for being the best parents and the best babcia and could ever have.
We love you Andrew and we always miss you. Thank you for being my brother.
Monika Gamdzyk says
To Aunty Halina, Uncle Peter, and to my cousins Nicole and Dianne: I send you lots of love and lots of prayers at this time of grief. Andrew was and always will be in my heart and all my memories shared I will remember forever.
Love always, Monika
Norm and Vicky Smith says
Dear Peter, Halina, and family,
God Bless Andrew and Your family too.
What wonderful parents and sisters you have been all these years, you gave Andrew all the patience,love and support with never a complaint to make the best life for your son and brother possible.
All our love and blessings to Andrew and all of you.
Sincerely Your Friends,
Norm & Vicky
Dolon Peete says
To the family:
So sorry for your lose. May you find comfort from your fond memories. The Bible gives us comfort when it assures us that soon all causes of suffering will end and mankind can enjoy life forever in perfect health. (Pslams 37:11,29; Revelation 21:3,4; John 17:3)
We can even be reunited with our lost loved ones. (John 5:28,29)
Please accept my sincere heartfelt condolences.