Birth date: Apr 19, 1956 Death date: Feb 25, 2025
Richard Joseph Gelaznik, 68, passed away suddenly on February 25th, 2025, at the HCA Florida Largo Hospital. Richard was born April 19th, 1956, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the 3rd of 4 children born to Peter Gelaznik & Mary Coll Read Obituary
Dear Chris and family,
So very sorry to hear about Rick’s passing. I am very fortunate to have Rick as a classmate, teammate and a friend. I will always remember him smiling and laughing. It was great that we had the chance to catch up at our 50th high school reunion. Just a great guy! “Gizzard”, rest in peace my friend.
Jay Garrity
SJHS, Class of 1974
So many memories, but one of my favorite memories is him pitching the grapefruit to me on onota lake softball on the ice when I was a kid 💔🙏 My condolences to all who knew Ricky, he will never be forgotten, and will be greatly missed by so many.
Two of the great memories I shared with Ricky, ❤️.
On the best porch ever!!
I met Rick at a work conference when he came to enjoy the fun with OPC. He was so friendly, instantly remembered your name, and called you by it when he saw you. Every time you saw him, he had a big smile and a really fun story!
I am grateful I had the opportunity to meet him, and he will never be forgotten!
