Tony Breznikar

Tony passed away on June 11, 2012 at the age of 96. Born May 22, 1916 in Red Lodge, Montana, to parents Anton and Teresa (Pavlin) Breznikar.He graduated from Cle Elum High School in 1934 and spent 22 years working around the coal mines. Tony married Mickey on May 8, 1943 and later that year they welcomed their son, Dennis. The family moved to Renton, Washington, in 1955 where Tony worked for Puget Sound Electric and Associated Grocers. Tony was proud of his Slovenian heritage and kept his culture alive as an active member of SNPJ and traveling to Slovenia seven times to visit relatives. Other activities Tony enjoyed were basketball, bocce ball, fishing, and gardening. He also enjoyed spending time with his son and grandchildren.He leaves behind those that love him; his wife of 69 years, Mickey; son, Dennis; granddaughters Tanya, Kim, and Amy; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his sister, Olga and his brother, Ernest.Services were held at Greenwood Memorial Park in Renton Saturday, June 16, 2012. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice.

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