Mrozewski, Andrzej

Andrzej Mrozewski February 25th, 1930 – January 24th, 2020 Born in Paris in 1930, at the age of 12 he had joined the Armia Krajowa (Polish Underground). In 1951 he emigrated to the Unites States than moved to Montreal. In 1954 he completed studies at the University of Montreal, the same year he married his wife Janina. The couple celebrated their 65 wedding anniversary this past August. In 1972 he accepted the position of Chief Librarian at Laurentian University. He was active locally in the Polish community, joining the Polish Combatant’s Association Br 24 Sudbury in 1977 and was an Honorary Member of the National Association. Andrzej loved to travel, having driven at some time thru most of North America. He loved nature and all the beauty that was Northern Ontario. He was often called on to help others identify wild edible mushrooms, usually successfully. He loved taking pictures, especially landscapes, his kids and grandkids sports activities, and archiving family moments. He cared unselfishly for his wife during the past few years, a devoted husband until the end. Age did not hinder his wit, worldly knowledge, and sage advice. He was fiercely proud of being Canadian and of his Polish heritage. For many of us he left too early. Loving husband of Janina (predeceased on January 22nd), his children Andre (Bernadette), Monika (Eric Pahapill), Jasiu (Jennifer, nee Johnston), and grandchildren Matjash, Stefan, Tomasz, Andre-Michel, Aleksa, Stefan, Lucas, and Kristen. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kidney Foundation, St. Casimir’s Church, or the charity of your choice. Will rest at the Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home, 233 Larch Street, visitations Friday January 31st, 2-4 and 6-8 pm with Legion ceremony at 7:30 pm, and Funeral Mass at St. Casimir’s Church, 210 Paris Street, Saturday February 1st at 10 am. Small luncheon to follow at the church hall.