Florian A. Bolsega, Sr.

October 27, 1927 – August 2, 2022

Florian A. Bolsega, Sr., age 94, affectionately known as Mr. B, of Hammond, formerly of East Chicago, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Hildred Bolsega (Radzinski); children, Lynn (Thomas) Tyburski, Florian Bolsega, Jr. (Joni), and Debra Bolsega; granddaughters, Leslie and Valerie Tyburski; sister Julie Ustanik; and numerous extended family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Simon and Kunegunda Bolsega; brothers, Joseph (Emily) Bolsega, Vincent (Leona) Bolsega, Stanley (Genevieve) Bolsega, Walter (Frances) Bolsega; sister Helen (John) Oslawski; and brother-in-law Arthur Ustanik.

Florian was a graduate of George Washington High School in East Chicago. He was a proud member of the Fifth Army Band at Fort Sheridan, Musicians Guild 203, American Legion Post 369 and Toastmasters. Florian owned Bolsega Brothers Music Store in East Chicago and was the leader of the Florian Bolsega Quintet. He led his life through his teaching and passion for music. In his later years, Florian was especially proud to teach piano at the Hammond Public Library. He was also a devoted member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, and served as the President for the Holy Name Society as well as the Home and School Board. Florian was a superfan of his granddaughters' sporting events and enjoyed campfires with family and friends at his lake house. He cherished being a big presence wherever he went.

A Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 7, 2022 from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Solan Pruzin Funeral Home , 14 Kennedy Avenue, Schererville, IN. A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 8, 2022 DIRECTLY AT Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 7132 Arizona Ave, Hammond, IN 46323. Florian will lie-in-state from 9:30 AM until time of service. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Calumet City, IL. Solanpruzinfuneralhome.com