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Rose Zaiontz Korzekwa October 1, 1927— Rose Imelda Zaiontz Korzekwa, formerly a resident of San Antonio, Texas, entered eternal rest on in Houston, Texas, at the age of 85 years. Rose, the daughter of Frank J. Zaiontz and Theodosia '"Gabrysch Zaiontz, was born October 1, 1927, in Falls City, Texas, and married David Korzekwa in at Mission San Jose Church in San Antonio, Texas. Rose and David were long-time parishioners of the Mission San Jose Church, where both were active in church programs and Rose was a member of the Altar Society. One of the joys of Rose's life was her sponsorship of Father Christopher Pastuszka, SDS, during his studies at seminary in Poland. Rose attended Father Chris's ordination in Trzebina, Poland, in May 2004, and joined his family and friends as Father Chris celebrated Holy Mass in his home town of Kryry, Poland. In September 2006, Father Chris co-celebrated a Mass at Mission San Jose Church, which was followed by a luncheon reception that Rose sponsored to welcome him to Texas. Rose enjoyed music especially piano compositions by Frederic Chopin and waltzes by Johann Strauss, and visiting with friends. In her later years, Rose traveled to Europe where she attended an audience with Pope John Paul II in Rome, Italy, visited Fatima in Lourdes, France, and visited her ancestral homeland, Poland. Rose is survived by her brothers Chris Zaiontz and Thomas Zaiontz; her sister, Patsy Payne; sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Rose was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David; her parents, Frank and Theodosia Zaiontz; brothers Chester Zaiontz, Raymond Zaiontz and Robert Zaiontz ; sisters Annie Korzekwa, Lorene Bludau, Lillian Rahe, and Ruth lbrom. In her later years, Rose was significantly and graciously assisted by her brother Thomas and sister-in-law and Agnes Zaiontz who managed her care, visited with her frequently, and welcomed Rose to their home on multiple occasions for family celebrations and holidays. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff at the Hampton's Willowbrook in Houston, where Rose resided, for their care over the past four years. Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Mission Park Funeral Chapels South at 10AM, a rosary will be recited at 10:45AM and the Funeral Service will be held at 11AM, followed by interment in Mission Burial Park South. Father Chris Pastuszka, and Tony Posada, will be officiating the service.

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Rose I Korzekwa

October 1, 1927 - March 21, 2013