Memories of Mr. Balazs Szabo

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Happy 80th Birthday in Heaven to our Balázs! 🤍Balázs came into our life -by Gods’s plan- when his journey on this earth was coming to a finish line. We were both Hungarians and we enjoyed many conversations in both languages.  His zeal for life was beautiful.He still had big dreams, but he didn’t miss the value of the little things : he stopped for even two little violas on the road. These were his words from 2020,  that described his perspective of people and the beauty in this life through  his artist eyes and heart:”Another Corona Virus moment. I went on my daily solitary 2.5 mile walk today. People on this planet were given the enriching opportunity to reflect on the miracle of life. The miracle of “their life”.

So, let us all embrace it together. Among the weeds on the road I discovered these two sharing that miracle with me. ! I want to pass it to all of you with my ❤️”

Amongst many memories that I can look back on in the last 4 month of his life, I can say with assurance: Balázs was someone who did everything he did wholeheartedly! Let that be enjoying Hungarian food( that he insisted on fixing regardless of how he felt physically!), classical music or our little dog, Reba or simply feeding the ducks at the lake at his apartment.He loved family and being surrounded.Balázs decided that he wanted to follow Jesus’s example of water baptism, after many conversations with his dear friend , Chris and my husband had the privilege of submerging him as “ buried in the likeness of His death, and raised in the likeness of His resurrection “for new life. I wished we could have run this race together that he started with Jesus at the finish line; but what is more important , that he knew Who was waiting him on the other side in the beginning of eternity! I am looking forward of seeing him again one day , in Gods time. Találkozunk Balázs! ❤️💫

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This was true for our short friendship on this earth 🌍. This was true for our short friendship on this earth 🌍. This was true for our short friendship on this earth... Read more

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Violas at Balázs’s celebration of life. 01/15/22 Violas at Balázs’s celebration of life. 01/15/22 Violas at Balázs’s celebration of life. 01/15/22

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Balázs’s first time at our home ….Balázs came into our life -by Gods’s plan- when his journey on this earth was coming to a finish line. We were both Hungarians and we enjoyed many conversations in both languages.  His zeal for life was beautiful.He still had big dreams, but he didn’t miss the value of the little things : he stopped for even two little violas on the road. These were his words from 2020,  that described his perspective of people and the beauty in this life through  his artist eyes and heart:”Another Corona Virus moment. I went on my daily solitary 2.5 mile walk today. People on this planet were given the enriching opportunity to reflect on the miracle of life. The miracle of “their life”.

So, let us all embrace it together. Among the weeds on the road I discovered these two sharing that miracle with me. ! I want to pass it to all of you with my ❤️”

Amongst many memories that I can look back on in the last 4 month of his life, I can say with assurance: Balázs was someone who did everything he did wholeheartedly! Let that be enjoying Hungarian food( that he insisted on fixing regardless of how he felt physically!), classical music or our little dog, Reba or simply feeding the ducks at the lake at his apartment.He loved family and being surrounded.Balázs decided that he wanted to follow Jesus’s example of water baptism, after many conversations with his dear friend , Chris and my husband had the privilege of submerging him as “ buried in the likeness of His death, and raised in the likeness of His resurrection “for new life. I wished we could have run this race together that he started with Jesus at the finish line; but what is more important , that he knew Who was waiting him on the other side in the beginning of eternity! I am looking forward of seeing him again one day , in Gods time. Találkozunk Balázs! ❤️💫

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Balázs in the circle of our family in the fall of 2021. Balázs in the circle of our family in the fall of 2021. Balázs in the circle of our family in the fall of 2021.... Read more

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Balázs, the first time at our home in the summer of 2021. Balázs, the first time at our home in the summer of 2021. Balázs, the first time at our home in the summer of... Read more

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The last Hungarian csirkepaprikás and cucumber salad Balázs insisted fixing , regardless of how he felt.... Read more The last Hungarian csirkepaprikás and cucumber salad Balázs insisted fixing , regardless of how he felt. The last Hungarian csirkepaprikás and cucumber salad... Read more

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The bracelet Balázs worn ( the summer of 2021, when we met him). The bracelet Balázs worn ( the summer of 2021, when we met him). The bracelet Balázs worn ( the summer of 2021, when... Read more

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Today I planted violas, remembering Balázs on his 80th Birthday💜.     Balázs came into our life -by Gods’s plan- when his journey on this earth was coming to a finish line. We were both Hungarians and we enjoyed many conversations in both languages. His zeal for life was beautiful.He still had big dreams, but he didn’t miss the value of the little things : he stopped for even two little violas on the road. These were his words from 2020, that described his perspective of people and the beauty in this life through his artist eyes and heart:”Another Corona Virus moment. I went on my daily solitary 2.5 mile walk today. People on this planet were given the enriching opportunity to reflect on the miracle of life. The miracle of “their life”.

So, let us all embrace it together. Among the weeds on the road I discovered these two sharing that miracle with me. ! I want to pass it to all of you with my ❤️”

Amongst many memories that I can look back on in the last 4 month of his life, I can say with assurance: Balázs was someone who did everything he did wholeheartedly! Let that be enjoying Hungarian food( that he insisted on fixing regardless of how he felt physically!), classical music or our little dog, Reba or simply feeding the ducks at the lake at his apartment.He loved family and being surrounded.Balázs decided that he wanted to follow Jesus’s example of water baptism, after many conversations with his dear friend , Chris and my husband had the privilege of submerging him as “ buried in the likeness of His death, and raised in the likeness of His resurrection “for new life. I wished we could have run this race together that he started with Jesus at the finish line; but what is more important , that he knew Who was waiting him on the other side in the beginning of eternity! I am looking forward of seeing him again one day , in Gods time. Találkozunk Balázs! ❤️💫

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Balázs came into our life -by Gods’s plan- when his journey on this earth was coming to a finish line. We were both Hungarians and we enjoyed many conversations in both languages.  His zeal for life was beautiful.He still had big dreams, but he didn’t miss the value of the little things : he stopped for even two little violas on the road. These were his words from 2020,  that described his perspective of people and the beauty in this life through  his artist eyes and heart:”Another Corona Virus moment. I went on my daily solitary 2.5 mile walk today. People on this planet were given the enriching opportunity to reflect on the miracle of life. The miracle of “their life”.

So, let us all embrace it together. Among the weeds on the road I discovered these two sharing that miracle with me. ! I want to pass it to all of you with my ❤️”

Amongst many memories that I can look back on in the last 4 month of his life, I can say with assurance: Balázs was someone who did everything he did wholeheartedly! Let that be enjoying Hungarian food( that he insisted on fixing regardless of how he felt physically!), classical music or our little dog, Reba or simply feeding the ducks at the lake at his apartment.He loved family and being surrounded.Balázs decided that he wanted to follow Jesus’s example of water baptism, after many conversations with his dear friend , Chris and my husband had the privilege of submerging him as “ buried in the likeness of His death, and raised in the likeness of His resurrection “for new life. I wished we could have run this race together that he started with Jesus at the finish line; but what is more important , that he knew Who was waiting him on the other side in the beginning of eternity! I am looking forward of seeing him again one day , in Gods time. Találkozunk Balázs! ❤️💫

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Randy and Janet Adams

The beautiful passion flower Balazs gave us is still blooming, and it is a daily reminder of him . We remember Balazs with thanksgiving for the privilege of knowing him and the joy that we will meet in heaven one day.

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Cathy Cooper hardison

So sorry to hear of Balazs passing. He was a great man/father. Cathy Cooper hardison

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Chris Shank

Painting by Balazs

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John Gerzsenyi

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As a newcomer from NJ to NC, I was looking natural food like organic meat and vegetables. I found a Strawbery farm on state highway 50 strait up from his house to pick strawberries. THAT was absolutely fantastic. My 2 daughters and his 2 sons loved it so much. Not to mention adults, of course.

There was another strawberry farm in Alvin, TX. Actually, I found this one first. It is like a full-blown farmers market. Froberg farm is the name.

As you see that I was looking for organic natural food from Mother Nature which a common thread among us. We enjoyed own shopping there. Oh, we found a Chech vinery call Haak Vineyards. Aged, old wines were really good.

More to go for meat products as we Hungarians are mostly meat oriented. So, you can buy their DEER sausage. Taste of unforgettable!

I know how to make Hungarian sausage here in Texas, but it had told me not to make 10-12 lb sausage package because it tastes so good, so we will eat all of it!!!

Goodbye Balázs,

see you soon!

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Balázs, goodbye from this Earth substance. We will meet a few years Balázs, goodbye from this Earth substance. We will meet a few years Balázs, goodbye from this Earth substance. We will ... Read more

Crash Gregg

I have had the pleasure of knowing Balazs for almost 20 years and I cannot imagine a better friend. We talked of art and exes, happiness and strife, our sons and family, autos and business. We always hugged like family and goodbyes were only meant for temporary gaps until we saw each other again, whether sooner or later. I know you are smiling down upon us, arm in arm with Sandor. You will live on here through the many beautiful works of art and prose you created. I already miss you dearly, my friend, but I will not say farewell, as we will see each other again one day.

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Just like you said we will not say goodbye as we will meet in heaven. I am 69, pretty much top-notch health... Read more Just like you said we will not say goodbye as we will meet in heaven. I am 69, pretty much top-notch health but nobody knows where... Read more Just like you said we will not say goodbye as we will... Read more

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Just like you said we will not say goodbye as we will meet in heaven. I am 69, pretty much top-notch health... Read more Just like you said we will not say goodbye as we will meet in heaven. I am 69, pretty much top-notch health but nobody knows where... Read more Just like you said we will not say goodbye as we will... Read more

Shawnee Seese

I'm deeply saddened to hear of Balazs passing. We met a few years ago at a political gathering and became instant friends. We would go out to lunch and talk about art, history, family, and the future of what he wanted to contribute to this area.

I was unfortunately there to witness his deep pain over his son Sandor. He talked and shared so much of his deepest thoughts and greatest pain. It was a blessing to know such a dynamic and kind man and witness such courage and strength, even at his most darkest hour.

I know his legacy will live on in his art, his family that he loved so much, the life he created by giving of himself to so many.

I know he's with his Lord and Savior and surrounded by God's Endless love. Thank you Balazs for coming into my life and leaving me with such meaningful special memories and conversations. I'll never forget you.

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Evelyn Poole-Kober

Well done thou good and faithful servant. God speed my friend.

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John Gerzsenyi

I want to share this video from 1956 that got from Balazs by email. This video is about 1956 revolution with Russian tanks and the Hungarian patriotic songs. I was a 4 year of little boy in Budapest, but I have some memories of 1956. The pictures and the music are very touchy for Hungarians.

Hungarian and English subtitles

https://www.youtube.com/watch…

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I am sure that Barna feels the same way as myself. This video is closely related to Balazs's books. I am sure that Barna feels the same way as myself. This video is closely related to Balazs's books. I am sure that Barna feels the same way as myself. ... Read more

John Gerzsenyi

I am sure that Barna feels the same way as myself. This video is closely related to Balazs's books. I am sure that Barna feels the same way as myself. This video is closely related to Balazs's books. I am sure that Barna feels the same way as myself. ... Read more

Barna Szabo

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arrived in New York as refugees from Hungary

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The picture in a New York Newspaper about our arrival as refugees from Hungary: Balazs, parents Kati and ... Read more The picture in a New York Newspaper about our arrival as refugees from Hungary: Balazs, parents Kati and Sandor and brother Barna... Read more The picture in a New York Newspaper about our arrival... Read more

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I have memory seeing this picture from Balázs in his NC house that was not too far away from myself there... Read more I have memory seeing this picture from Balázs in his NC house that was not too far away from myself there in around year 2000.... Read more I have memory seeing this picture from Balázs in his... Read more

Barna Szabo

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Barna Szabo

Farewell to Balazs , my brother:
 On our last call on January 4th just hours before your passing, you relayed to me your thoughts about having had a good , emotion filled,  exciting life without any regrets. You also said that you had made peace with everyone in your life and were ready to accept what was to come. 
Indeed, you had a colorful life and impacted the lives of many people around you, but it will be your legacy as a bold and creative artist that we all most likely keep in our memories.  Your vivid, colorful and imaginative paintings will be enjoyed, admired and appreciated by generations far into the future. It was your commitment and love of painting that provided the energy , the foundation and the decisions throughout your life which sometimes resulted in emotionally painful periods. We all have to make choices throughout our lives and your primary choice was that commitment to art which will now  let you continue on your next journey and will keep you in the memory of people who have loved and or who have known you. Your  many works of art will be your personal footprint in  history that will last for years to come.
 I am glad that in spite of the pain and tragedies of the past several years you were able to calmly face  the end of life  and prepare for , what you believed to be,  the next stage. Farewell and we wish you well !
 SzeretettelBarna

Farewell to Balazs , my brother:
On our last call on January 4th just hours before your passing, you relayed... Read more Farewell to Balazs , my brother:
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Chuck Sezumaga

I was [hurt yet knowing my friend was with His Lord] when I heard the news of Balazs's passing.

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Balazs and I were friends but we never met personally. Our bond was our suffering from two different places... Read more Balazs and I were friends but we never met personally. Our bond was our suffering from two different places in this world Balazs... Read more Balazs and I were friends but we never met personally.... Read more

Chuck Sezumaga

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Lillian Neel

May Bslazs find peace and comfort with his son, Sandor. Fortunately, he was able to spend wonderful time with his other son, Dominick! He left us far too early but his talent lives on in his beautiful art. I will cherish time spent in Hawaii with my fiend! He will be sorely missed! Fondly, Lillian

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He had a never-ending inspiration, happiness to get go and do something.

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