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Robert Joseph Oginsky "Bob"
Born: 12/13/1949
Died: 11/6/2020
Age: 70
Community: Flint, MI
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ROBERT JOSEPH OGINSKY
DECEMBER 13, 1949 - NOVEMBER 6, 2020
OUR HUSBAND, FATHER, BROTHER, AND FRIEND.
Robert (“Bob”) Oginsky was a powerhouse of a man who lived a full life, loved deeply, laughed joyously, handled tough times, and built amazing things. His life demonstrates his values of loving family first, working hard, feeling music in your soul, having good humor, always trying to get better, and being there for and helping others. He was a proud son of Joseph and Mary Oginsky (he loved being “JOE’S BOY”) and a proud member of the large and lively Oginsky clan from Flint, Michigan and its surrounding areas. He shared a strong love and partnership with Roseanne, his wife of 30 years, and “lovingly encouraged” his three sons to TCB (take care of business) and “make it happen.” He also will be missed by his beloved dog Ziggy.
Robert was a master mechanic who started slinging wrenches as a young kid. He was part of Carman High School’s first graduating class in 1968. Initially he worked at car dealerships in the Flint area and later worked for General Motors as a mechanical technician (including several enjoyable years working on test vehicles at the Milford Proving Grounds). Robert also ran his own auto repair shop for a large population of impressed and grateful customers and friends.
A five-star general of “car guys,” Robert was known as the one who could fix anything. He also built many classic cars, often with his kids and family, including his 1963 Impala, 1955 Bel Air, 1969 Chevelle, and pink 1956 Cadillac. He loved music, especially polkas and oldies. He played the accordion, the guitar, and loved to sing (and sing well he did). He also loved food, sometimes with heavy amounts of pepper, especially ethnic dishes prepared by his family like pierogies, halupki (stuffed cabbage), and kapusta. Robert’s lasting message to his kids was to “stand tall” and to his family he said, “I love you guys.”
HIS FAMILY.
Robert is survived by his wife Roseanne; children Robert (Melissa), Daniel (Anna), and Max (Dana), and his grandchildren who he loved dearly, Garrett, James, Morgan, Alexander, Sophia, and Amelia; sister Joanne and brothers Frank (Sharon), James (Terri), Joseph (Susan), and Nicholas (Diana); many loved cousins, nephews, and nieces; and his dog Ziggy. He was preceded in death by his parents Mary and Joseph and siblings Paul, Helen, Fred, Douglas, Norma, and Peter.
MEMORIAL SERVICES.
Health protection protocols must be observed for memorial services. Anyone attending visitation or funeral services in-person must be free of any COVID-19 symptoms, be in good health, and wear a mask that covers the mouth and nose. The option is available to participate in services by viewing them live on-line (see instructions below).
Visitation will be Friday, November 13 at Swartz Funeral Home at 1225 West Hill Road in Flint, Michigan. Visitation for family members will be 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and open visitation from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., with an Orthodox Parastas service and personal remarks from Robert’s sons at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be officiated by Father Gabriel Bilas (of St. Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church) at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 14 at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church at 2143 S. Center Road in Burton, Michigan. Burial will follow at Sunset Hills Cemetery in Flint, Michigan.
The Parastas and following remarks on Friday can be viewed live on the Bob Oginsky Family YouTube channel, by clicking this link: https://youtu.be/nE13NKh4NFc.
The funeral service on Saturday can be viewed live on the St. Nicholas Orthodox Church Burton YouTube channel, by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/4qKK7hdocAc.
Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
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11/13/2020 |
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2:00 PM |
| Visitation will be Friday, November 13 at Swartz Funeral Home at 1225 West Hill Road in Flint, Michigan. Visitation for family members will be 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and open visitation from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., with an Orthodox Parastas service and personal remarks from Robert’s sons at 7:00 p.m. |
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11/14/2020 |
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10:00 AM |
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St. Nicholas Orthodox Church
2143 South Center Road
Burton, MI 48529Get a Map to this location...
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