Roman Pietrzak, beloved husband of Alicja Pietrzak of Calgary, AB, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the age of 92 years. An incredibly hardworking, warm-hearted man, Roman was devoted to his family. He graduated from the Warsaw University of Technology and dedicated his professional life to education. He worked as a teacher, served as a school principal, and held the position of Education Inspector in Grójec. He also served as a senior specialist at the Ministry of Education in Warsaw. Throughout his life, he shared his knowledge, experience, and dedication with successive generations. In 1998, he and his beloved wife, Alicja, moved to Canada to be closer to their daughter, Hanna. Together with Alicja, he helped raise his grandchildren, surrounding them with care, love, and support. He was an integral part of their daily lives, and the time spent with their grandfather will forever remain a cherished memory. After immigrating, he actively participated in the life of the Polish community. He was involved with the Polish Canadian Association and the Polish Canadian Senior Club. For several years, he also served on the committee of the Polish School attended by his grandchildren. Preserving Polish traditions and the language, as well as nurturing ties with the Polish community, were matters of great importance to him. His family was a source of love, pride, and happiness: his wife, Alicja, daughter, Hanna (Michał), and son, Jacek (Anna). His grandchildren held a special place in his heart: Marta (Greg), Marek (Alex), Adam (Beata), Kasia (Andrew), and Marta (Giel). He also found great joy in his great-grandchildren: Oskar, Audrey, Klara, Luca, Celina, and Lucy. He valued friendship and the company of others. He had many friends, and meeting with them brought him great joy. His warmth, openness, and kindness made people eager to be in his company. Roman loved nature, and his garden was a true passion of his. He would spend entire days there, devotedly tending to and cultivating beautiful plants. Working among the flowers and greenery gave him great joy and satisfaction. Left behind by Roman are beautiful memories, cherished bonds, and values that will live on in future generations. His kindness, warmth, and love will forever remain in the hearts of his family, friends, and all those fortunate enough to have known him.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church (2111 Uxbridge Drive NW, Calgary, AB) on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church (2111 Uxbridge Drive NW, Calgary, AB) on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery (3219 4 Street NW, Calgary, AB). Reception to follow in the Parish Hall at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church
