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John Breza Obituary

John Breza CHARLESTON - John Breza, 96, passed away peacefully while doing his daily crossword puzzle on the evening of Friday, September 12. He was born on April 7, 1929. A loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, John was valued by his friends and appreciated for his wit, friendly demeanor and talent for telling a good story. A celebration of John's life will be held on October 25, 2025, at 5:00 pm, at Bishop Gadsden, 1 Bishop Gadsden Way, Charleston, SC 29412. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bishop Gadsden or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The family would like to thank the staff at the Estes Community at Bishop Gadsden for their care and support during John's stay. The full obituary and expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com/. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation - James Island, 347 Folly Rd., Charleston, SC 29412, 843-614-8494.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Oct. 4 to Oct. 5, 2025.

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for John Breza

Oct

25

Celebration of Life

5:00 p.m.

Bishop Gadsden

1 Bishop Gadsden Way, Charleston, SC

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Mcalister-Smith Funeral & Cremation - James Island Location

347 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412

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Jean Breza

Earlier today

John was a great guy. He was a wonderful husband and father and is terribly missed.

Bette Kirk

Earlier today

John was my principal, (boss), and friend for many years. Just a good person and kind soul with a great sense of humor. Dave and I always enjoyed our dinners with him and Jean along with Maria and Kenny.

Mary & Rich Jauss

Earlier today

John-Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Laurence Korona, Tampa, FL

Yesterday

Sending prayers and sincerest condolences to the Breza family. John was a great gentleman, educator, and possessed a pleasant sense of humor. As a student of his at Junior Four, 1963, he had a great impact on my life. I looked forward to his class daily as he made learning fun. I will always remember him as a favorite teacher. He is certain to rest in Heavenly Peace.

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