Martin Robert Szpak Sr. Obituary
The family of Martin Robert Szpak Sr. of Colchester, Connecticut announces his passing on September 2, 2026. Martin, born on May 5, 1943, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Szpak and Louise Szpak of Colchester, Connecticut.; and his brother George P. Szpak. He is survived by: his wife Mary Ann Szpak; his children, Nicole M. Massaro (Anthony) of North Haven, CT, Shawn L. Konopka (Robert) of Middlefield, CT, Martin R. Szpak, Jr. of Wallingford, CT and Michelle S. Heffner (David) of Raleigh, NC.; his siblings, Eleanor Grzybowski, Marie Connelly, Michael Szpak and Robert Szpak; and his grandchildren, Jonathan Knickerbocker, Zachary Szpak, Jack Konopka and Paige Konopka.
In lieu of flowers, and in honor of his proud service with the U.S. Navy's amphibious forces, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Florida Veterans Foundation, a nonprofit organization providing assistance and support to veterans and their families throughout Florida. Donations may be made online through the Florida Veterans Foundation or mailed to Florida Veterans Foundation (https://www.helpflvets.org), 2601 S. Blair Stone Rd, Suite C300, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0001.
