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In Loving Memory of Florian “Ski” Andrew Bykowski, 96, of Frostproof

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Florian Andrew Bykowski, 96

Florian “Ski” Andrew Bykowski of Frostproof passed away Monday, December 23, 2024 at his residence.

He was born August 23, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Andrew and Catherine Bykowski; he moved to Frostproof from Merced, California 32 years ago. Florian was a helicopter pilot who flew transport to oil rigs. He was a firefighter for the Forestry Department, worked in the citrus industry and was an executive pilot before retiring. Florian loved woodworking, reading, and watching movies.  For pleasure he flew many different types of aircraft including fixed-wing, gliders and float planes.

Florian was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Lee Bykowski; and brothers, Ronald Bykowski and Herbert Bykowski. He is survived by his daughter, Tina Scarborough (Ben) of Frostproof and Tracy Smith (Kruger) of Chattanooga, Tennessee; grandchildren, Ryan Scarborough, Kirsten Scarborough-Turner, Cade Scarborough, Madison Smith, and Jace Smith; great-grandchildren, Riley Anne and Perry Claire.

A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Frostproof.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Silver Hill Cemetery with Chaplain Linda Lynch officiating. 

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Maria Iannucci

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