01/17/2025    Matt Werd, DPM

The Passing of Edward Fazekas, DPM

Dr. Edward Fazekas passed away peacefully
yesterday with his loving wife Maria at his side.
Ed touched so many people with his kind soul- most
importantly as the ultimate family man; a super-
caring husband and incredible father to each of
four beautiful children. Dr. Fazekas was the most
compassionate physician, developing lifelong
relationships with each of his patients,
relationships which we all strive for. He was a
pillar of greatness within the medical community,
forming trustworthy bonds of friendship with
everyone he met.

I am truly blessed and so fortunate to have had
the incredible opportunity to spend my entire 29
years of private practice alongside Ed. He was
everything you could hope for as a trustworthy
friend, a successful colleague, a business
partner, and as a mentor- a mentor with traits
that we all try to emulate daily: Love your
family and friends, do what is right, use common
sense, work hard, and enjoy life every day.
Ed was a servant and leader in life and in our
medical profession – he served as a past-president
of FPMA, as a 20-plus year APMA Florida Delegate,
and as a Fellow of AAPSM and ABFAS.

He was a true gentleman of character, who willing
served as a volunteer leader of the Knights of
Columbus in the Catholic church. Our children
have grown up together and all have flourished and
have been touched by his keen guidance, witty
humor, and astute demeanor.

Each Christmas, Ed would dress up in a full Santa
outfit, ring loud jingle bells and bless our
entire staff with good tidings and cheer, with
wishes for a happy new year. Thank you, Ed, for
being such a shining beacon and positive influence
in my life and in so many other lives.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his beautiful
wife Maria and children Juliana, Nicholas,
Gabriela, and Christy in this difficult time of
grieving. Missing you already, Buddy. Rest In
Paradise now and forever Ed.

Matt Werd, DPM, Lakeland, FL

There are no more messages in this thread.