Grandpa's Eulogy Part 3:

 One of my favorite memories of Grandpa was actually something simple. At the lake, after everyone else had gone to bed, he’d let me stay up late with him and we would watch TV together. Looking back now, those quiet moments meant so much to me. It was just time together — and that’s what Grandpa was always giving all of us.

But the memory I cherish most, happened more recently. When I announced that I was pregnant with my son, Grandpa pulled me aside privately. He told me how happy he was for me, and he shared that he had been praying that God would bless me with a baby.

That moment meant the world to me, because it captured exactly who Grandpa was. He loved his family deeply. He cared deeply. And even near the end of his life, his heart was still focused on the people he loved most.

I think that’s how all of us will remember him — as someone who built a family full of memories, laughter, traditions, and love.

And for that, Grandpa, we are so grateful.

Grandpa's Eulogy Part 2: 

Corey fondly remembers golfing with him. Grandpa was also very proud of Corey’s choice to serve in our military. 

Taylor loved attending the UB Bulls games Grandpa. Grandpa truly loved going to those games with Taylor.

Connor remembers target practicing with his air rifles. It was something special Connor and Grandpa were able to bond over. 
Corey, Taylor and Connor even helped him with gardening and landscaping. All while hearing his endless stories.

Grandpa always loved telling his stories, especially the ones about being stationed in Japan. And honestly, even if we all heard those stories a hundred times before, we still loved hearing them again.
Grandpa also loved traditions. He loved holidays with the whole family gathered together at their house. And the older we get, the more we realize what a gift those moments really were.

One thing I think all of us admired about Grandpa was how engaged he stayed with life. He wanted to learn new technology, wanted the best deal on everything, wanted to know what everyone was doing, and genuinely cared about our lives. He and Grandma showed up for concerts, games, recitals, graduations — all the little moments that become big memories later on.

And while Grandpa could absolutely be stubborn and opinionated, those are some of the things that made him unforgettable. Whether he was getting frustrated during a car ride with the cousins laughing in the backseat, or trying to troubleshoot an iPad that was a lost cause, he always gave us stories we’ll laugh about forever.
One of my favorite memories of Grandpa was actually something simple. At the lake, after everyone else had gone to bed, he’d let me stay up late with him and we would watch TV together. Looking back now, those quiet moments meant so much to me. It was just time together — and that’s what Grandpa was always giving all of us.

Grandpa's Eulogy Part 1: 

As all of us grandchildren started sharing memories of Grandpa, we quickly realized there was no single story that could fully capture who he was or how much he meant to us. 

To all of us grandchildren, Grandpa was dependable, funny, stubborn at times, and full of love in ways both big and small. So many of our favorite memories revolve around simply being together — especially at the lake.

The lake was really the center of so many childhood memories for all of us. Looking back now, I honestly don’t know how Grandma and Grandpa managed taking all of us kids there together — but they did, year after year. There were long van rides where Grandpa insisted everyone order the exact same thing at McDonald’s… while Katie and Corey begged for Happy Meals instead. Grandma always had the magic touch to make Grandpa change his mind and we would always end up with those Happy Meals. 
 
One year Grandma and Grandpa even bought us all Game Boys just to keep us all quiet on the drive up to the lake. Looking back, that may have been one of their smartest investments.

At the lake, there were boat rides, tubing, bonfires, putt-putt golf, Pizza Hut trips, ice cream stops, and visits to the orchards for blueberries and grapes. Grandpa loved trying to knock us off the tube behind the boat, although some of us were better at hanging on (Katie) than others. 

But those trips weren’t really about the activities. They were about togetherness. Grandma and Grandpa created a place where all of us cousins could laugh, make memories, and just be kids.

As we got older, the memories changed a little, but Grandpa stayed the same. He still wanted to spend time with us - 

Katie remembers all the concerts and marching band events Grandma and Grandpa would attend. It didn’t matter how far away they were, Grandma and Grandpa were always there supporting her.

Mrs. Howell and family,

I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Please accept my deepest sympathies and know that I am thinking of you all. 

Big hug ,
Jessica

Dear Jacqueline and family of Casimir,
Casimir and I were like brothers in aviation. We flew together countless times during the 50 years I have known him.  We attended Flight Instructor Renewal classed together. Attended AERO Club of Buffalo events together. I was part of his Burgard Aviation program.
Casimir was my mentor in aviation.
However, he was also a great human being. He loved his family and often talked about them.  HIs wife was always in his conversation.
I am not able to attend his wake or funeral.  My brother, Henry,
 passed away the same day Chuck did. The wake and funeral are at the same times. Do you believe that?
My best to the Budziejkp family.  Casimir will always be remembered.

Stan Nowak

Sad to see Chuck has passed   I remember as a kid going boating or exploring the fields behind his mother and father’s house   He always seemed happy. I’m sure Jackie will miss him. My prayers the last two days included him.  I remembered now stories about Japan.  He was a wonderful man married to my cousin.

Dear Jackie and family I am so sorry for your and our loss.

I will be using Chuck’s life as a Renaissance man as an inspiration.

From building his soapbox Derby Car, to serving in the US Air Force in Japan, from building his house, flying airplanes, camping, having boats, hunting, fishing, making a stained glass door and much much more

and always making his family his most important priority

Although I was younger than Chuck, I know he often acted like a big brother to my brother and other cousins, taking them fishing, hunting and camping

He lived a very fulfilled and well lived life.

I am lucky to have  had him as a cousin

May he look down on us and guide us all from heaven

OBITUARY

Casimir R. Budziejko

September 3, 1932 – May 17, 2026

Danzer, Dengler & Roberts Funeral Home

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