K8AQZ 1937 - 2021
K8AQZ - Donald F. Firlik Donald F. Firlik
Grand Rapids, MI

QCWA # 18634
First Call: KN8AQZ in 1956

Firlik, Donald Donald Firlik, age 84, of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, February 19, 2021, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his loving wife, Carol Ann of 49 years; daughter, Jennifer Firlik and her husband Jaeha Yoo, son Matthew Firlik, and daughter Rebecca Firlik; and grandson, Juno Yoo. Donald was preceded in death by his sister, Carol Ann Anderson.

He worked in the aircraft industry for 25 years, and loved flying his own plane. He was an amateur radio enthusiast, enjoyed riding his motorcycles, and always loved a good adventure. He loved to tinker and was always had duct tape and batteries at the ready. Don was active in his local Boy Scout troop, and he never met a cookie he didn't like.

Relatives and friends may greet the family on Wednesday, February 24, from 10-11AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (1935 Plymouth Ave SE).

In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution may be made to the Killgoar Foundation for Immaculate Heart of Mary School (1935 Plymouth Ave SE Grand Rapids 49506).