~ IN MEMORY ~
Military veteran, NEA/DL pilot Theodore
"Ted" S. Dzik
September 14, 1937 - October 23, 2024
We note the passing of retired Northeast/Delta Air
Lines pilot Theodore "Ted" Stanley Dzik, age 87. Ted joined Northeast Airlines 07-15-1968 and
retired with Delta Air Lines. Ted was widowed
in February 2022 with the passing of his wife retired NEA/DL F/A Elaine Garofalo
Dzik.
PCN memorial site
Online obituary sites : https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/theodore-dzik-obituary?id=56673713
also
https://www.afterall.com/obituaries/?bids=4279d3a6-ef71-11ee-aa9a-ee31e000b428
Theodore Dzik Obituary
Obituary published by A
Life Tribute Funeral Care - Largo FL
Theodore "Ted"
S. Dzik, 87, of Palm Harbor, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 23rd,
2024.
Born in Utica, NY to
Stanley and Stella (Kaczor) Dzik. Ted was a proud alumnus of the University of
Miami, where he majored in political science and excelled as a high jumper.
After college, he served his country as both a Marine and Navy jet pilot, demonstrating
his courage and dedication in two branches of the armed forces.
Following his military
service, Ted embarked on a successful career with Northeast Airlines and later
Delta Air Lines, starting as a flight engineer and rising to the rank of pilot,
fulfilling his lifelong passion for aviation.
Ted shared 56 wonderful
years of marriage with his beloved wife, Elaine (Garofalo) Dzik, who
predeceased him in February 2022. Together, they built a life full of joy,
adventure, and lasting memories. Known for his incredible generosity,
especially toward his family, Ted was always willing to offer support-whether
through financial assistance or his time and wisdom.
A quintessential
present-day renaissance man, Ted was well-rounded and skilled in many areas,
including architecture, poetry, writing, history, literature, cooking,
discourse, physical sports and many of the trades. His intellectual curiosity
and hands-on abilities made him a versatile individual who left an impact on
many aspects of life.
A voracious reader, Ted
often devoured multiple books in a single day, driven by his thirst for
knowledge. He especially loved visiting bookstores, particularly small,
out-of-the-way bookshops in the many cities he traveled to during his lifetime,
always in search of his next literary discovery. His deep understanding of
history and current events made him an engaging conversationalist. He enjoyed
sharing his insights with friends and family, enriching their lives with him
intellectual curiosity. His passion for reading, writing, and learning was
evident throughout his life and he approached each day with discipline and a
hunger for knowledge.
An avid weightlifter and
bodybuilder well into his 70s, Ted maintained a strong, muscular physique and
was admired for his dedication to fitness and health. He was equally skilled in
the kitchen. He enjoyed cooking and sharing meals with others, creating moments
of joy and connection around the dinner table.
A lifelong fan of the
University of Miami, Ted never missed an opportunity to cheer on the
Hurricanes.
Ted is survived by his
loving nephews and their spouses: Kenneth and Linda Garofalo of Revere, MA, and
Christopher and Julie Garofalo of Norwood, NJ. He will be remembered for his
kindness, his generosity-both financial and personal-his talents in the kitchen
and the gym, and his eagerness to share his vast knowledge with those around
him.
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Obituary for Elaine M. Dzik
February 4, 1937 - February 19, 2022
Elaine Marie Dzik, 85, of Palm Harbor, FL passed away
Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Mease Countryside Hospital, Safety Harbor.
Elaine was born February 4, 1937 in Revere, MA to Phillip and Sophia Garofalo,
who has preceded her in death. During her working years, Elaine was a
stewardess for Northeast and Delta Airlines. She was a generous, kind loving
spirit and was a devoted wife to her surviving husband, Ted for 56 years.
Elaine also leaves 3 nephews, Kenneth & Linda Garofalo of Revere, MA,
Christopher & Julie Garofalo of Norwood, NJ and Phillip & Kim Garofalo
of Lynnfield, MA. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude
Children's Hospital.
