William Dean “Bill” Przybylinski
May 10th, 1943 - March 19th, 2025
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Bill's Obituary
William Dean “Bill” Przybylinski, 81, of Buchanan, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at home with his family by his side.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Swem Chapel, 301 W. Front St., Buchanan. Interment will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery with full military honors rendered by the Buchanan American Legion and the United States Marine Corps. Visitation will take place from 4-7 pm on Monday, March 24, also at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Caring Circle Hospice. Those wishing to send a condolence online may do so at www.swemchapel.com. The family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to Caring Circle Hospice for the outstanding care and support they provided.
Bill was born on May 10, 1943, to Antoni and Cora Jane “CJ” (Beck) Przybylinski in Galien. He was raised in Galien, Dayton and Bakertown Rd. (Buchanan), graduating from Galien High School in 1962. Bill participated in track, football, choir, G-club and worked on several farms while in school. Following graduation, he went straight to the Marine Corps., being honorably discharged in 1967 as a Sergeant.
On May 27, 1967, he married the love of his life, Dorothy Regina Kuntz. They shared over 55 years together before her passing in 2022. Professionally, Bill operated as a Cutter Grinder for many years, serving 18 years at Clark Equipment, 6 years at Uniroyal and 28 years with American Axle (formerly General Motors) retiring in 2003. There was a two-year period he worked at Galien High School, a job he found great joy and pride in.
Bill served on the Bertrand Township Fire Department from 1963-1989, having his number, 4, retired at the end of his service. He was an avid Notre Dame sports fan, particularly football and basketball. Bill also enjoyed camping and playing cards. Above all, he cherished time spent with his family, especially his grandson, Ty.
William is survived by son, Kenneth Przybylinski of Buchanan; daughter, Peggy (Richard) Scurlock, of Buchanan; grandson, Ty Scurlock; and brothers, Fred (Beverly) Przybylinski and Louie (Nancy) Przybylinski. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antoni and “CJ” Przybylinski; sisters, Mary Ann Przybylinski, Lois (Frank) Grahl, Barbara (Jerry) Hall and brothers, James Przybylinski and Robert (Bobby) Przybylinski.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Swem Chapel, 301 W. Front St., Buchanan. Interment will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery with full military honors rendered by the Buchanan American Legion and the United States Marine Corps. Visitation will take place from 4-7 pm on Monday, March 24, also at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Caring Circle Hospice. Those wishing to send a condolence online may do so at www.swemchapel.com. The family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to Caring Circle Hospice for the outstanding care and support they provided.
Bill was born on May 10, 1943, to Antoni and Cora Jane “CJ” (Beck) Przybylinski in Galien. He was raised in Galien, Dayton and Bakertown Rd. (Buchanan), graduating from Galien High School in 1962. Bill participated in track, football, choir, G-club and worked on several farms while in school. Following graduation, he went straight to the Marine Corps., being honorably discharged in 1967 as a Sergeant.
On May 27, 1967, he married the love of his life, Dorothy Regina Kuntz. They shared over 55 years together before her passing in 2022. Professionally, Bill operated as a Cutter Grinder for many years, serving 18 years at Clark Equipment, 6 years at Uniroyal and 28 years with American Axle (formerly General Motors) retiring in 2003. There was a two-year period he worked at Galien High School, a job he found great joy and pride in.
Bill served on the Bertrand Township Fire Department from 1963-1989, having his number, 4, retired at the end of his service. He was an avid Notre Dame sports fan, particularly football and basketball. Bill also enjoyed camping and playing cards. Above all, he cherished time spent with his family, especially his grandson, Ty.
William is survived by son, Kenneth Przybylinski of Buchanan; daughter, Peggy (Richard) Scurlock, of Buchanan; grandson, Ty Scurlock; and brothers, Fred (Beverly) Przybylinski and Louie (Nancy) Przybylinski. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antoni and “CJ” Przybylinski; sisters, Mary Ann Przybylinski, Lois (Frank) Grahl, Barbara (Jerry) Hall and brothers, James Przybylinski and Robert (Bobby) Przybylinski.
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