Joseph John Szczesny (1920-1997)

Joseph John Szczesny (1920-1997)

Birth
Joseph was born April 3, 1920 in Jersey City, New Jersey to parents Felix Szczesny (c1888-1926) and Klawija Dzyban (1891-1990).

World War II
Joseph was in the 29th infantry during World War II. He participated in the Allied invasion of Normandy Beach.

Marriage to Margaret Rice
On May 29, 1948, Joseph married Margaret Rice (1924-2007) in Hoboken, Hudson County, New Jersey.

Children by Margaret Rice
Joseph and Margaret had a total of three daughters. In order of birth, they are listed as follows:
 * Kathleen Szczesny (1949-)
 * Barbara Szczesny
 * Deborah Szczesny

Death
Joseph died August 21, 1997 from a heart attack while doing work in his yard.