Edward Slazinik Jr., 86, died Dec. 11, 2012, at the Indian River Medical Center, Vero Beach.
He was born in St. Louis and lived in Vero Beach since 1990, coming from Venezuela.
Before retirement, he worked as an extrusion die repairman and teacher for Couples Products and later for the Reynolds Metals international division for 15 years.
He served in the Navy as a Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class. During his time in the Pacific Theater he served aboard the LST 122.
He was a member of the American Legion and the LST Organization.
Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Monika; daughters, Linda, of Boston, Susan, of Jacksonville and Betsy, of Tampa; sons, Edward, of Champagne, Ill., Ronald, of Clearwater, Steven, of Boston and Tim, of Tennessee; stepson, Manuel, of Boston; 16 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Norma; and son, Daniel Slazinik.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County, Attn: Connie Cotherman P.O. Box 644 Vero Beach, FL 32961.
Are planned for a later date in Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.
Arrangements are by Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home and Crematory in Vero Beach.
A guestbook is available at www.seawindsfh.com.