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Obituary: George S. Kazlauskas, 73, Of Bethel
George was a highly-decorated United States Marine who served in the Vietnam War. He later worked as an elevator mechanic / inspector.
Information and Photo Courtesy Green Funeral Home
BETHEL, CT — George S. Kazlauskas, 73, of 405 Lexington Blvd., Bethel, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023 at Regional Hospice of Danbury. His wife, Diane Fiandra) Kazlauskas, by his side.
George was born in Brooklyn, NY, a son of the late George S., and Natalie Kazura Kazlauskas. He attended PS122 in Brooklyn and was a 1967 graduate of Boys High in Brooklyn. He went to Queens College in 1978 where he majored in Communications.
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George enlisted in the United States Marine Corp in 1967 where he served in Vietnam and received the following medals: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device Combat Action Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal with 4*, Callantry Cross with Palm & Frame, and Riffle Marksman Badge. He was honorably discharged in 1970 and transferred to the Reserves until 1973.
George was an elevator mechanic / inspector all around New York for over 40 years.
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He loved growing up in the City where he would bike ride through the streets and parks. He enjoyed being physically fit by playing tennis, skiing, jogging, swimming and cycling. His love for animals, music and American history was shared with his friends and family.
George was predeceased by a sister, Christine Kazlauskas.
In addition to his wife of 27 years, survivors include his brother, Steven Kazlausaks and his wife Linda, his son Taylor Kazlauskas and his wife Annie., and his granddaughter Peyton Kazlauskas. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023 at St. Joseph Church, Danbury with the Rev. Samuel V. Scott, Pastor, officiting.
Burial will follow in St. Peter Cemetery, Danbury.
Friends will be received from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 at the Green Funeral Home, 57 Main Street, Danbury.
Please omit flowers, contributions in George’s memory will be made to Danbury Animal Control, Donation Account, 375 Main Street, Danbury, CT 06810.
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