Friends, The arrangements for Roger have been put on hold temperaly. He
will be cremated and there will be a memorial service later this coming
week. Cards can be sent to
Mrs. Roger Guzowski
1124 E. Diana St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
ROGER GUZOWSKI
Last night our president and friend, Roger Guzowski, passed away after a
sudden and short illness at VA Hospital in Phoenix. On Thursday, August 29,
Roger was admitted to the hospital in after consulting with his doctor
about some nagging ailments and after an extensive battery of tests it was
determined that , among other things, he had hypereosinophilia syndrome, a
non specific infection that is extremly rare and a cure is not readily
available. A treatment of steroids had been started, but the recovery
miracle that he needed just did not happen. He is survived by his wife
Ronnie and children in California.
Prior to moving to Phoenix about ten years ago, Roger served as president
of SCTOA. He was the twice and current president of DCTRA. Roger, along
with Ronnie, were the soul and spirit of the DCTRA. As longtime members
they were more than a fixture at meetings, events and runs, and their
company and friendship were always welcome and appreciated. Always quick
with a quip or a comment, a suggestion or a friendly dig, Roger instilled
life into the organization and was well respected for his opinions. Roger
had a sparkle in his eyes and an enthusiasm for his clubs that made events
more enjoyable just by his presence. His organizational skills were evident
in all of the events he was involved with, from the monthly breakfast runs
he started in Phoenix to his pride and joy, the British-European Auto Tour.
He took so much joy in organizing and running the BEAT, and was well on his
way to preparing the sixth annual event. Roger was always more concerned
whether people were having fun on the run than whe ther or not it broke
even. He jumped in with both feet in organizing the '02 Triumphfest in
Laughlin and the experience he gained as chairman of the '97 event was put
to good use. He was really looking forward to this event. One of the
proudest moments of his recent past was receiving the Digger Davits Trophy
for outstanding service to Triumph clubs. He was so proud that he and
Ronnie could share that recognition and no one deserved it more.
Roger was the doting owner two immaculately prepared Triumphs, a TR250 and
an early Spitfire. He kept them in a carpeted garage full of his mementos
and toys and it was his perfect refuge and retreat. His cars were always
gold winners at Triumphest.
Roger will be sorely missed by his many friends both in Phoenix and
California, and his loss will leave a hole in our lives that won't easily
be filled. Needless to say, Ronnie could use all your prayers and support
in dealing with her loss.
A memorial service will be planned in a couple of weeks, and your clubs
will be notified of the date and location.
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