Harry Edward Dziak
July 26, 1943 – October 26, 2023
Harry “Popsi” Edward Dziak, 80, died October 26, 2023 at Saint Peter’s Hospital in Helena, Montana. He was born in 1943 to Emery and Mary Dziak at Saint Ann’s Hospital in Anaconda, Montana and was the second youngest of 8 children.
Harry graduated from Anaconda Central High School in 1961. He worked as a welder at the Anaconda Copper Mining Company and then became a Staff Sergeant in the Army National Guard.
He was greatly influenced by music and eventually learned how to play the guitar, accordion and was a natural born singer. Harry and a group of his high school friends formed the band The Z-Ons, playing local dances and eventually became the house band for Anaconda’s Club 919. He later formed a band known as the Zacks with his brother Joe Dziak. With his deep love for God, he enjoyed sharing his music in churches. He was actively involved in Holy Family and Saint Peter’s Cathedral in Anaconda, and The Cathedral of Saint Helena.
His passion for education started by pursuing Junior Accounting at Butte Business College, Business Administration at the University of Montana, and ultimately received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology at Montana State University. He then went on to receive his Master’s in Social Work from Eastern Washington University in Cheney.
He worked at Warm Springs State Hospital, Shodair Children’s Hospital and eventually retired after 30 years from the State of Montana in Helena as a Health Care Facility Surveyor.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents Emery and Mary Dziak; his brothers John, Frank, and Willie Dziak and his sister Mary Lou Sullivan. He leaves his son Christopher (Kelly) Dziak, daughter Krysta Dziak and stepdaughter Rae Lynn (Kenny) Nielsen. Grandchildren Kayden and Lyric Dziak, Mackenna Hanson and Savanna McNellis. Siblings Joanne (Ronald “Bud”) Monroe, Joe (Anna) Dziak, George Dziak and many nieces and nephews.
With his continuous gift for helping others and his love for making people smile, Popsi always did and still does what he does best even in his passing, Bring. People. Together. NOSTROVIA!
In loving memory of our dear father Harry, “popsi”, please join us for a funeral mass at Saint Peter’s Church, 401 Alder St. in Anaconda, MT on Saturday, May 11th, 2024 at 10:30am. Interment will be held after the mass at Mount Olivet Cemetery followed by a celebratory reception at Holy Family, 217 W. Pennsylvania St.
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
10:30 a.m.
Saturday May 11, 2024
Saint Peter's Church
401 Alder St.
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Rite of Committal
Following the Mass
Saturday May 11, 2024
Mount Olivet Cemetery
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Reception
Following the burial
Saturday May 11, 2024
Holy Family
217 Pennsylvania St.
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
10:30 a.m.
Saturday May 11, 2024
Saint Peter's Church
401 Alder St.
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Rite of Committal
Following the Mass
Saturday May 11, 2024
Mount Olivet Cemetery
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Reception
Following the burial
Saturday May 11, 2024
Holy Family
217 Pennsylvania St.
Anaconda, Montana 59711
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Karlee Simonson says
Harry was a joy to be around. I enjoyed hearing his stories about making sure nursing homes were doing their jobs correctly and taking care of people well. I loved his singing and the positivity he showed even when he was not feeling well. I will miss him, and I pray his family and friends find comfort in knowing he is somewhere special and loved by many.
Bill She’s says
Harry brought the music from the Sacred Store to an entire generation of us; along with a positive presence throughout the years I knew him, all while being a service to others. Everytime I hear the Ballad of John &Yoko I’m reminded of how he stayed with the trends. Just a bridge, HD
Bill SHEA says
Spell check grrr…Bill Shea
Joe Dziak says
“We’ll meet again, don’t know where don’t know when; but I know we’ll meet again some sunny day”.See you soon brother Rest in Peace.
C.E. & Sally Lear says
What a friend. We will miss him greatly.
Joe Baumgardner says
I am lucky to have known Harry in Anaconda. We were both fortunate to have been born and raised in Anaconda. I knew some of his family before I was fortunate to know Harry. I got to know Harry as a friend when we both became Helena, Mt. residents and he was employed at Shodair, Hospital, and I with the Dept. of Human Services. We both enjoyed each other’s company at various parties and other social gatherings in which Harry, conjoined with other musical experts, or by himself, would musically entertain groups of all sizes. it’s a fact that as a great man of character who naturally befriended everyone fortunate enough to meet and know him , He enlightened them as he did me. I bet he is already well known in Heaven. God Bless Him !!
Vicky Blaskovich says
So sorry for your loss Joanne. Prayers and hugs
Jim McMahon says
My sincere condolences to all the Dziak family. Harry would warm any environment he chose to be involved in. As a fellow Goosetowner, thanks for the great music and your positive attitude in all you did for others. Rest in Peace my friend.
Duane Harris says
A lot of great memories of dancing at the 919 to the music provided by Harry and Joe and their band. My condolences to his family, he was one great guy.
Gene McMahon says
Harry was a man for all-season’s. I will miss his smile at Mass and our visits at Safeway. God Bless him and may he Rest in Peace.
Pat McMahon says
My sincere condolences to all the Dziak family.
Harry always had that great Anacònda smile. He was a true “goose town “ man. We will certainly miss him and may he RIP and rise in glory. 🙏
Shirley HUudson says
I worked with Harry at the State Health Department. We at times would travel as a group to inspect facilities. He was always such a fun person to work and travel with. you have my deepest sympathy.
Irene Sterling says
Chris- so sorry to hear about your fathers death. I know he will be suelta missed. 🙏🥹🥹
Doug Davison says
Chris, Kelly, Kayden, Lyric, Mackenna, and Krysta,
Words cannot express the sorrow you are all going through right now. Please accept my condolences. It has taken some time for me to write something befitting about Harry. Harry was a kind person with a heart of gold. He always welcomed me into his home and his heart with kindness, care, wisdom, laughter, music and love. Although he wasn’t my father, he treated me as a son with his guidance, wisdom and care. A talented man, Harry shared his musical skills with his family and friends. He was part on my musical education and, shaped me into the musician that I am today. Thank you Harry for sharing your talent and wisdom with me and everyone. I will always cherish the few occasions that I was a second generation member of the Z-Ons. I feel blessed that I knew Harry and called him my friend. You will be missed by many Harry Edward Dziak. God bless and rest in peace!
Jim McArthur says
Never had a chance to say so long. Would rather say it in a song. My cherished bud in music and life, this place just lost the glow that followed you. You helped me find what it means to be a friend. Thanks, old pal. Your presence still fills my life with joy.
Jim
Wally and Pep Jewell says
Wonderful man with a great smile, great laugh. He will be missed by all who ever met him. Sad
Peg Furshong says
As a teen, I played guitar at St. Peter’s with Harry for mass. He was also my Confirmation Sponsor. Harry was always encouraging and supportive. He touched many lives…likely more than he realized.