Birth date: Sep 12, 1979 Death date: Jun 14, 2021
Dr. Miroslaw J. Szatko, passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021. He was born on September 12, 1979 in Dembica, Poland to Jerzy and Maria Szatko. His family moved to New Jersey in 1985 with their hopes for the American Dream. From chi Read Obituary
Dearest Mirek,
You were one of the smartest and most comical person in our high school. So full of energy, and passion for life and adventure. Your smile was contagious. I’m sorry we lost touch over the years, but I’m thankful for the time you were in my life. I never met someone with so much ambition and determination, who followed their dreams like a religion, and surpassed them with all of your energy. I hope you’re peacefully carving down a mountain covered in fresh powder.
My sincerest sympathy to his mom, sister, brother-in-law, nephews, wife, and beautiful Ollie.
All my love,
Michelle
I’m know we first met in high school—but it really feels like it was at the rt 1 blockbuster. And of course you out did that - making it all the way to a movie theater job.
We become a big part of each other’s lives in Med school. You gave me so much comfort, help, reprieve—- those were absurd times but somehow you always had the witty smart perspective. You had the self confidence to switch when something wasn’t right—taking the extra year to do er instead of peds.. moving to Hawaii. At the time you told me “life is to long to be sad.” We’ve spoken a few times since then and you shared some beautiful pictures and moments—I know there were some happy times since the move.
I am so sad that your gone—I miss you tremendously “buddy.” Lots of love to you and your family
You will forever be remembered for your youthful soul and loving spirit. Rest in love!
I knew Mirek since the time he was just a little boy starting school with us. Through middle school and high school he was an amazing friend to me. We reconnected many years back and was so proud of where his life had taken him. I am terribly saddened by this loss. All of my condolences and hugs to his beautiful family. Please know he had a way of touching and leaving a lasting mark on everyone he met. His gentle and beautiful soul will be missed greatly in this world.
Where do I begin…I remember how you annoyed the hell out of me growing up, but you were there for me when I stressed about school or tutored me in Math bc daddy’s patience ran out. Somehow it was much easier when you explained it to me. You made fun of me when I was overprotective of my boys but apologized to me when you had Ollie because you now understood. You told me what an amazing mom I was but you were an amazing dad.
Richie reminds me so much of you. His mannerisms, video game obsession, and love of chocolate and ice cream. I even find myself saying your name lately when I call for him. Charlie has your outgoing personality, the funny faces you would make, and boundless energy. A piece of you will always be with me everyday.
I was mad at you when you moved to Hawaii because I didn’t understand how you could be far away from your nephews. But that was the journey you had to make. I appreciated the conversations we had over the last year. You were more understanding and compassionate. I will cherish those memories and the photo you sent me that night.
Lastly, I was so proud of you when you became a doctor. You achieved the American Dream! It was everything to you. You lived it, breathed it, and you were great at it. Mirus, I will miss you more than you will ever know. Ja cie kocham. Give Daddy a big hug from me.
Where do I begin...I remember how you annoyed the hell out of me growing up. But also, you were there for me when I stressed about school or tutored me in Math because Daddy's patience ran out. Somehow it was much easier when you explained it to me. You made fun of me when I was over protective of my boys, but apologized to me when you had Ollie because you now understood. You told me I was an amazing mom, but you were an amazing dad.
Richie reminds me so much of you. His mannerisms, video game obsession, and love of chocolate and ice cream. I even find myself saying your name lately when I call for him. Charlie has your outgoing personality, the funny faces you would make, and boundless energy. A piece of you will always be with me everyday.
I was mad at you for moving to Hawaii because I didn't understand how you could be far away from your nephews, but that was the journey you had to make. I appreciated the conversations we had over the last year. You were more understanding and compassionate. I will cherish those memories and the picture you sent me that night.
Lastly, I was so proud of you when you became a doctor. You achieved the American Dream! It was everything to you. You lived it, breathed it, and you were great at it. Mirus, I will miss you more than you will ever know. Ja cie kocham. Give Daddy a big hug from me.
“It is not length of life, but depth of life” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Mirek lived all his life to the fullest, always ready for the next adventure. He was the most energetic, passioned, fearless, reliable, and ambitious person I have known. We were so proud of him becoming a doctor and are so saddened beyond the words with his sudden passing. He had such a good road ahead of him. Rest in peace Mirek. Your life has not come to the end with your death; you will live in our hearts forever.
Our heartfelt condolences to his Wife and little Ollie, his Mother and Sister.
With broken heart Walter Szatko and Family
His first day in the emergency room in Bridgeton New Jersey, I thought to myself, “who is this crazy 10-year-old?!!” He had such a youthful look and infectious sense of humor… He will be sorely missed by all who knew him and those who’s lives he touched….
I remember him being an amazing doctor and human being. He was so funny and looked forward to working with him knowing my shift would be better with him as our doc. It breaks my heart knowing he is gone and left behind Laura and Ollie 🙏
The day you married my best friend you officially became family. Hadgiebananas and all. We miss your smile. We miss your laugh. We miss you pulling tags off blankets and stuffing our pockets full of grass shavings after cutting the lawn in a blow up dinosaur costume and bribing kids with bubble gum to take stitches out. You were one of a kind and we’re all better for having known you 💗
