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Rick Muszynski, 74, of Presque Isle, died Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026.
Born in Alpena on June 14, 1952, to the late Alexander and Barbara (DeCaire) Muszynski, Rick spent many years as an indispensable repairman for Young Appliance, becoming a familiar and trusted presence in homes throughout the community.
Rick was the person you called when something needed fixing. His remarkable resourcefulness was matched by an uncommon integrity and unwavering sense of responsibility to the people around him. Reliable as the sunrise, if someone needed help, Rick showed up.
Endlessly curious, fiercely independent, and armed with a wonderfully dry sense of humor, Rick could find something to laugh about in any situation.
Rick loved any excuse for a road trip, whether it was visiting a favorite brewery or driving all the way to the UP for lunch at Clyde’s. He loved woodworking, ice fishing and duck hunting with lifelong friends, classic rock, and the pursuit of a perfectly brewed cup of coffee.
He especially loved being a grandpa, and could often be found cheering on his grandchildren at games and recitals.
Surviving are his children, Matt (Jessica) Muszynski and Sarah (Rob Brezak) Muszynski; granddaughter, Hadley; longtime companion, Jan Lamp, and her family, Tim (Chelsea) Lamp and their children, Myles and Emery; Jamie (Dennis) Quick and their children, Ellie and Kate; former wife and lifelong friend, Mary Young; five siblings, Diana (Jory) Bromund, Terry (Sheri) Muszynski, Rob Muszynski, Cheryl (Tom) Wekwert, and Ronald Muszynski; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his siblings, Debra Marchelowski and Thomas Muszynski.
Cremation arrangements have been handled by Bannan Funeral Home. No formal services are planned at this time.
In lieu of flowers, Rick wished for memorial contributions to be made to his granddaughter Hadley’s college fund. Donations may be made at www.ugift529.com using code P0A-F3P