SIECZYNSKI, Chester

The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, Arizona January 22, 2004 Chester Sieczynski, October 3, 1918 - January 18, 2004. Chester Sieczynski, beloved husband, was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Elaine SIECZYNSKI, his brother, Ervin SIECZYNSKI of Florida, and sisters, Esther MERNER and Charlotte MECHA of Wisconsin. Chet moved to Arizona in 1953. He served 23 years active duty in the United States Air Force and accomplished 50 combat missions (B-17) in the European Theater of Operations, 59 combat missions (B-29) in the Korean Conflict, flew with the Strategic Air Command (B-47) and Vietnam Reconnaissance (U-2). He was honorably discharged Lieutenant Colonel. Chet was a student of mathematics at the University of Arizona and of computer programming at the American Institute of Technology. He was a computer analyst for Arizona Department of Transportation for over 20 years. After retirement he was a volunteer mathematics tutor in the Arcadia High School GAP program for over 10 years. A memorial service was held at Paradise Chapel, 3934 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix.