I was a long time patient of Dr Oryszczak.  Anyone that is a patient will remember when he played Bob Seger 24/7, as well as all the posters and chairs.   I asked him one time if he didn't think it a little cruel to his staff to play Seger all day.  He responded, "No." LOL  What a fun office.

Gary’s son, Nikolaj,  was a neighbor of ours - so we became friends with Gary (and Carol).   Gary was so full of life,  fun to talk to,  and just a great guy.  You definitely knew where he stood on any issue.   He and Carol impressed us so much with their devotion to Nikolaj.  We feel their devotion and love saved Nikolaj’s life when he had his stroke.  And we are devastated for Carol and Nikolaj - such a great loss - Gary was their rock when they needed him most.  We send our love,  and deepest sympathy,   along with our prayers.  💖                                    

                           Don and  Gail Winchell

I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your Gary. From the humble beginnings in Commerce Township Gary graduated from Walled Lake High School, now called Walled Lake Central, in 1962. He was a member of our 1959 Cross Country team where we won every dual meet and were first in the conference. Gary and I were reunited with our coach, Don Smith, for lunch a few years ago. A fun guy who will be a loss to all who knew and loved him.



So sorry for your loss.  I was a patient  for some years now. We shared a love for cars and the home improvement  shows he had on the TV.  I always looked forward to seeing him.
With deepest sympathy 
Jody Chapman 

Our sympathies go out to Carol and Nikolaj, as well as the Staff at the office.

Gary has been our family dentist since 1984, and a darn fine one, at that.  There are so many memories.  Whenever we needed care that was out of the ordinary, he was there - including one Christmas Eve.  There were discussions of politics - maybe more like monologues because he would be working on our teeth at the time.  He loved Bob Seger and his music.  We discussed our mutual love of dogs.  We debated kielbasa from Krzysiak's in Bay City versus Srodek's in Hamtramck, leading to a long standing, now unfulfilled, plan to go to Hamtramck's Polish Village Restaurant.  

Most of all, we will remember Gary's unquestionable devotion to his family.  There was nothing, absolutely nothing, that would prevent him from doing everything within his power to help, protect and love them.  

We are going to miss you, Gary.  

Lou & Eugenia Pocalujka

I was sorry to learn of the Doctor's death.  You will both be in my prayers during these difficult days.

I will always remember how we met the Doctor.  My dad who was Polish and in his late 80's or 90's needed a dentist and we looked for a Polish dentist who we thought could communicate with dad as he spoke very little English.   When we took dad for his first appointment, doc. said he couldn't speak Polish but he said our dad looked like his father and refused to charge him for the appointment as well as every appointment.  That is how our whole family decided we would make Doctor our family dentist.  That was over 40 years ago.  
May his soul rest in peace.





I am a long time patient of Dr. Oryszczak. He was an outstanding dentist and I almost looked forward to my office visits. He got me started using a salt water rinse and I will continue to do so in his honor. 
Bruce Griffith, Grand Ledge 

Gary and his family have been wonderful neighbors and very close friends, more like family, for many years.  Our hearts are broken with the loss of Gary.  We will miss all our yard chats and all his stories.  Gary will remain in our hearts forever, as will Carol and Nikolai.

Tina & Gaylord Hissong

I am so sorry for your loss. The "Doc" was my dentist for over 35 years and he truly was the "best." I will always remember his love for Bob Seger. For years he played his songs over and over again and had many posters on his walls.  I will always remember his "salt water" remedy and "only floss the teeth you want to keep." He will be sorely missed by me along with many others.

So sorry for your loss . He was my husbands favorite dentist . Prayers for the family . May he Rest In Peace 

Dear Family, friends and staff,

      My condolences on this brutal loss for everyone.  Doc was my dentist for thirty years and I considered him a friend.  He was a consummate professional and I held him in very high esteem.  He will be greatly missed and one can only imagine how tough this is on all of you who loved and worked with Gary daily.  Doc was one of the good guys and a great role model for everyone. I feel lucky to have known him.

      Please take care of yourselves and I look forward to seeing you at the practice.

Sincerely,

Brian Kingsley

OBITUARY

Gary Thomas Oryszczak

February 22, 1944 – September 29, 2022

Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes

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