Gregory Joseph Bozdech
Gregory Joseph Bozdech of League City, passed away on Thursday, September 6, 2018 in Webster, Texas at the age of 54. He is survived by his loving wife Lori (nee D’Agostaro) and his son Joseph Frank. Greg was born on September 11, 1963 in Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City to Lillian M. (nee Stubits) and Joseph C. Bozdech (deceased). Beloved brother of Mary Lee McGoorty and husband Michael, Jody Calabrese and husband Peter, and brother, Mark Bozdech. Son-in-law to Lauretta D’Agostaro and Frank (deceased), brother-in-law to Louis D’Agostaro and wife, Cheryl, Sister-in-law Kathryn, favorite uncle to Jillian (birthday buddy), Peter J, and Thomas Calabrese, Michael Joseph McGoorty, Kirsten Shook, Ross D’Agostaro, Francesca D’Agostaro, Courtney D’Agostaro and great-nephew, Wyatt Shook and many loving family and friends. Greg grew up in Norwood, New Jersey where he played on the Norwood Little League, basketball at Immaculate Conception School and later became the Girls’ basketball coach, served as an Alter Boy at Immaculate Conception Church, and was a Boy Scout. As a teenager, Greg began his career as a volunteer in the Norwood Ambulance Corp and the Norwood Fire Company #1. Greg spent many wonderful summer’s on his great-aunt’s Dairy farm in Pennsylvania. He loved the farm life and decided to go to Delaware Valley College in Pennsylvania, where he received his B.S. degree in Diary Husbandry. Greg also enjoyed working at the A&P in River Vale, N.J. where he met is lovely wife Lori. They married in May of 1990 and moved to Amelia, Virginia for a few years and then ultimately to League City Texas in 1994. One of the best day in Greg’s life, was the arrival of his son Joseph, born in March 2000. Greg has spent the last 36 years of his life dedicated to saving others. He was a volunteer Firefighter with the City of League City since 1997 and he started working for the City of Pearland in 2007 as a Deputy Fire Marshal. Later that year, he accepted a full time Deputy Fire Marshal position which he maintained until his promotion in April 2016 to the head Fire Marshal position. Greg was instrumental in implementing Pearland’s accelerant canine program and was the handler for the first canine team with his beloved partner, Buddy. Greg held many advanced certifications as a structure firefighter, fire inspector, fire and arson investigator, fire service instructor III and fire officer II. He was also a licensed peace officer and certified emergency medical technician.
The family will receive friends on Monday, September 10th at St. Mary’s Church, 1612 E. Walker Street, League City, Texas from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Mass will be on Tuesday, September 11th at 10 a.m. and a Memorial / fire fighter ceremony will take place immediately following mass at Clear Creek Community Church, 999 FM 270, League City, Texas. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Greg’s honor to any of the following organizations: City of Pearland Fire Department, 2703 Veterans Drive, Pearland, TX 77584; League City Fire Department, 555 West Walker Street, League City, TX 77573 or K-9’s for Cops, http://k9s4cops.org/.
We want to send our sympathy and prayers to Lori and Joseph. Gregory always enjoyed visiting and helping on his great aunts farm ( Stella ). He always had smile on his face. He will be remembered as it was just yesterday, from the farm life. He will be in our hearts forever. Rest in Peace Gregory. A Candle will burn forever.
My sympathy is with you. My memories of Greg is growing up with his mother Lillian my cousin and his father Joe. I remember when they came to Pennsylvania. Lillian’s mother Mary and my mom were sisters. We had good times as kids. He always talked about farming, our heritage. I remember when he was born, Joe was proud to have a son..time goes so fast. Now in heaven with the family. God bless this man.
My deepest condolences to the BOZDECH family.
Our family was blessed to be chosen by God to have Greg join our family in 1984 when his & Lori’s pure love story began. We know firsthand that the Bozdechs certainly deserve these thoughtful accolades being bestowed in Greg’s honor. As we live in New York, we wound like to thank the community for being family in our place. We extend our heartfelt respect and condolences to Lori, Joseph, all family and friends. Heaven’s got another hero while we have our guardian angel to forever guide us. ❌⭕️❌⭕️
Our sympathy and prayers go out to Lori and Joseph.. May god continue by youll’s side during this hard time.. We will always remember Greg with is beautiful smile and his wonderful heart.. You’ll are in our heart… May god be with u..
Love,
Melissa Morales Herrera and Family
From the corner house..
Our deepest sympathy to the family and Pearland Fire Department. Greg used to do our Fire Inspections. His smile will be missed.
Homegrown Kids Childcare Center
Pearland
So very sorry for you loss of Greg a son, brother, husband and father to the Bozdeck
family. My sincere condolences
Janice Cerbasi
Lori and Family,
Lori, i was so sad to learn of Greg’s passing, I met Greg several years ago at DCG, although i’ didn’t know him well, my first impression was this is a great guy.
My first impression turned out to be correct based on everything i’ve read. I know this is a tough time for you Lori and right words are always difficult for me to find.
However, the reflections of everything you and Greg had together over the years will be of comfort to you. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
My deepest condolences to the BOZDECH family and friends, to the Pearland Fire Department, and to the League City Fire Department. Greg was such a wonderful person who always volunteered regularly at church. Always cheerful and always with a smile on his face, Greg’s loving kindness and gentle heart will be missed by the entire community and our church.