Unexpectedly, Accordionist and Marine David Szablewski passed away. We have lost a fantastic friend and man. As a Marine, a firefighter, and an emergency manager, he dedicated his life to serving his country and the people in his community. Keep reading to know more about David Szablewski and his cause of death in detail.
Who was David Szablewski?
David Szablewski, an accordionist and retired Master Gunnery Sergeant of the United States Marine Corps, was born in Chicago, Illinois.
He played the “Accordionist” with The Woodshop Boys, The Tiki Bar Band in VA Beach, and The Near Beer Band.
He performs music and jams with the “Tiki Bar Band,” the “Woodshop Boys,” OMT, and “The Near Beer Band,” all of which have performed at the Naperville Riverwalk. He primarily uses the Digital Roland FR7V Accordion for vertical keyboards.
His band performs a mix of Cajun and Old Time Rock & Roll, Country Rock, and Rockabilly. He has been playing and studying this long-lost instrument ever since he retired from the NFD. He was additionally available to perform alone at other events.
He retired from the United States Marine Corps in 2008 in addition to his profession in public safety. He initially enlisted in 1969 and participated in active duty for three years in the Vietnam War.
He rejoined the Reserve Marine Corps in 1986. In 1990, he was qualified for active duty in support of Desert Shield and Desert Storm operations.
He was called to active service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003 and once again in 2004. He twice deployed to Iraq. He left the Corps as an E-9 Master Gunnery Sergeant.
He attended St. Joseph High School and Benedictine University, where he pursued a Master of Public Health in emergency and disaster management. Up until his passing, he lived in Naperville, Illinois.
How did David Szablewski die?
On July 23, 2023, David M. “Dave” Szablewski, age 72, a retired master gunnery sergeant of the US Marine Corps and accordionist who had lived in Naperville, Illinois for 45 years, passed away in his home.
On Facebook, Naperville’s VFW (Veterans of Foreign War) posted the heartbreaking information.
It read,
“We are saddened today by another great loss in our community. Please read the information for Dave. Prayers to all of his loved ones.
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“The family has stated that David Szablewski’s funeral plans would be made public at a later date. Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Naperville, Illinois, is in charge of making the arrangements.
This means that the family is putting together the necessary details regarding his passing and the scheduled funeral service as soon as they can. David Szablewski’s neighbourhood, friends, and acquaintances will be able to honour his life and pay their condolences after the obituary and burial arrangements are made public.
David Szablewski cause of death
We’re sorry to have to inform you that David Szablewski has passed away.
David Szablewski, an accordionist and Marine, passed away on July 23, 2023, at his home from pancreatic cancer. He was a delayed casualty of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
On December 8, 1950, he was born in Chicago, Illinois. After serving in the Corps for the first four years, he returned after earning his college degree, rising to the position of highest enlisted rank.
Dave, a Marine in his fifties, was once the oldest enlisted service member in Iraq. In Virginia’s Quantico Marine Corps Museum, Dave worked as a docent after retiring.
His wife, Navy Captain Te Smith, is left behind. Though a dedicated Marine, he had a warm and sympathetic heart.
Dave was unique in his sort. He was very funny, loved America dearly, and had a heart the size of a mountain. Numerous people who knew Dave will miss him since he was a very brilliant musician and an exceptionally humble person.
Tributes to David Szablewski
Many people expressed their profound sympathies to his family and expressed how much they loved him. The news of this occurrence has upset his supporters and fans.
David’s Close friend Ian Johnston wrote: “Master Gunnery Sergeant David Szablewski, 12/8/50-7/24/23. Today I lost another of my very good friends. I first met Dave 9/12/69, our first day of Marine Corps boot camp, and we have remained friends ever since. After his first four years in the Corps, he got his college degree then went back in the Corps, eventually reaching the highest enlisted rank. At one point Dave was the oldest enlisted Marine in Iraq in his 50’s. After retirement Dave volunteered as a docent at the Marine Corps Museum in Quantico, Virginia. He leaves behind his wife, Navy Captain Te Smith. He jokingly emphasized it was not fraternization, she was a civilian when he married her. My last visit with Dave was July 1, knowing that this was the last time I would see him. Hardcore Marine, but a kind, gentle soul. Semper Fi Dave until we meet again.,”
Chuck Wherli wrote: “We have lost a great man and great friend. He had a life of service to his country as a Marine, to his community as a Firefighter, and Emergency Manager. I was so proud to have him in my life and will miss him. RIP Dave David Szablewski.”
Obituary
We grieve the passing of a great accordionist and Marine today, but we also value all David Szablewski gave us during his life, including priceless memories and motivational tales that will endure long after he is gone. Everyone is currently worn out from grieving for David Szablewski, thinking about him, praying for his afterlife, and sharing condolences on social media, including friends and family.
We send our sympathies to David Szablewski’s family and friends during this difficult time.
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Dave’s passing was expected from the pancreatic cancer diagnosed in 2016 which became metastatic in early 2023. The pancreatic cancer was a delayed diagnosis from his Iraqi tours.