January 23, 1934 – May 14, 2022
Raymond Robert Jazdzyk (Jazdyk) passed away on May 14, 2022 after a lengthy battle with Covid that began in January. He was born on January 23, 1934 the fourth and youngest child of William and Adeline (Krol) Jazdzyk in Chicago, Illinois.
After graduating from Trinity High School in 1952 he was drafted into the US Army during the Korean War. Upon his return from the war, he met the love of his life, Arlene Glapa and they were married on January 21, 1956. He joined the Chicago Police Department in 1958 and was with the First District throughout his 31-year career. Oh the stories he could tell. He was most proud of the fact that he was retired for more years than he had worked. He also had a part-time job working security for the Chicago Park District at Solider Field. I guess that is why he continued to follow the Chicago Bears and loved football. After his retirement he continued his love of fishing, golfing, gardening, and trips to Las Vegas.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws Roman and Irene Glapa, his brothers, Bill and Gene and sister Irene, and his sons, Peter Jazdyk and CDR David Jazdyk, USN (Ret).
Raymond is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Arlene Jazdyk, his daughter Susan McKay and son LTC Michael Jazdyk, USA (Ret) and daughter-in-law Michiyo Jazdyk. As well as sisters-in-law Barbara Glapa and Rosemary Monfils and husband Arlen and brother-in-law Raymond Glapa and wife Kathlene. His grandchildren Zach, Kylie, Jessica, Steven, Keana and Teana and great-grand children Jasmine, Colt and Kenny.
Friends are cordially invited to the visitation with the family on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. with the funeral service to begin at 3:00 P.M. at Jeter Memorial Funeral Home, 311 N. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, Texas 77546 (281) 992-7200 with Deacon Vince Eklund officiating. Per his wishes, he will be cremated and interred at the Houston National Cemetery where his son David was laid to rest last November.
Condolences may be sent to the Jazdyk family in care of Jeter Memorial Funeral Home at www.jeterfuneralhome.com.
2 thoughts on “Raymond Robert Jazdyk”
I remember Ray "Jazz" from the old 001 District in the years 1968-85.
Ray always had the time for a kind word or to talk about fishing.
Rest in Peace our brother. Thanks for the memories and good times in 001.
Al Piantkowski
You all are in my prayers+++😥♥️Mr Ray was a wonderful person . May Perpetual light shine upon his soul and eternal rest be granted on him who served well here in this world❤️Blessings for Mrs. Jazdyk and family.