George Nazarko Munising, Michigan Obituary

George Nazarko

<p>Trenary</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; George Nazarko, age 77, of Trenary, died unexpectedly, Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at his home.&nbsp; He was born in Detroit, Michigan to the late Nicholas and Grace (Huillet) Nazarko.&nbsp; George graduated from Cranbrook High School in 1962 and then earned his bachelor&rsquo;s degree from Notre Dame. &nbsp;He married Susan Kovach on October 14, 1967 and together they raised their three children. George enlisted into the United States Air Force, he became a Tech Sergeant and then entered OTS eventually becoming a Captain.&nbsp; George wore many hats in the Air Force over his career serving as a Russian linguist, bomber navigator, and with the air mission planning cell.&nbsp; He was stationed at K.I. Sawyer from 1976 until he retired after twenty years of service in 1986.&nbsp; George worked for Super Com, a paging company where he did a little of everything, from sales and billing to tower maintenance.&nbsp; George became a Deputy Sheriff for Alger County and worked with the Alger EMS.&nbsp; He was a founding member of the Mathias Township First Responders and provided urgent care to countless friends and neighbors.&nbsp; George was a talented wood worker and became an avid wildlife photographer, saying he hunted deer with a Canon.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He is survived by his children Nick (Kaye) Nazarko of Ft. Worth, Texas, Natalia (Craig) Jauquet of Roseau, Minnesota, and Gregory Nazarko of New Orleans, Louisiana; grandchildren &ndash; Mason and Braeden Nazarko and Lillian and Grace Jauquet.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and wife of fifty-four years Susan.</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; No public services are scheduled at this time.&nbsp; Memorials in George&rsquo;s name may be made to the Mathias Township First Responders c/o Embers Credit Union &nbsp;E2906 M-67, Trenary, MI 49891.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
April 4, 1945 - August 3, 202204/04/194508/03/2022
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Rick baxter
October 24, 2022
I was stationed with George at K.I.Sawyer and you could not ask for a nicer guy to fly with. R.I.P Capt George Nazarko.
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Candace Lamb
September 16, 2022
I just learned of George's passing and was shocked to hear he was gone. He and his parents were an important part of my life when I was young. My heartfelt condolences to his family and close friends.
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September 14, 2022
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Gerald Kasten
August 18, 2022
George and I were both B52 Navigators at KI Sawyer AFB. He was well respected as a navigator, and an interesting character, to say the least! God Bless your family George.
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Sandy and Brendan Biolo
August 10, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. May good memories of your Mom and Dad sustain you. Peace to your entire family. Sandy and Brendan Biolo
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Pat Nesberg
August 8, 2022
Nicholas, Tasha, and Greg,
My heart goes out to you all. I cried hard at the loss of your mom, and cant even imagine your pain at now losing your father. When I read historical books regarding Alger County, I always hope that historians keep telling the stories of r... Continue Reading
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Marlene Rama-Hohman
August 7, 2022
Nick and Natasha and families: My deepest, deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad. He had many talents and used them to help others. It's hard to lose both parents in such a short period of time. Sending hugs to all of you.
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Gregory Nazarko
August 7, 2022
He has RTB. Love you Ted, and thank you.

Greg
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Ronny
August 6, 2022
remember the Nazarkos well as my oldest child who is now deceased spent some time with their older son Nicholas; Condolences to all of the family; he had a life that was well-lived.
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Ted
August 6, 2022
Both George and Susan were a huge asset to Alger county ems over the years. Both were unselfish of their time and always there when needed. I was honored to know and work with both of them over the years. They always welcomed guest to their house and if you ever left t... Continue Reading
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Gregory Nazarko
August 7, 2022
He has RTB. Love you Ted, and thank you.

Greg