Obituary for Bryon Louis Katrovitz
Bryon Louis Katrovitz of Pulaski Virginia passed away peacefully at home on Monday August 5th, 2019 after a long battle with illnesses related to his military service.
Bryon was a very proud Air Force Veteran who served his country during the Iraq conflict with honor and as a result, received many awards for his service. These include the Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Military Education Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Air Force Training Ribbon, Air Force Longevity of Service Award and the Cold War Victory Commemorative.
Bryon’s primary specialty was as a 30353 Auto Tracking Radar Specialist, providing security and surveillance of foreign countries. While assigned to Strategic Air Command in Havre, Montana as part of the Malmstrom Air Force Base, Bryon was awarded the Intellectual Excellence Award, Certification of Commendation Award, The Air Force Commendation Medal, Havre Chamber Military Affairs Committee Certification of Recognition, Airman of the Year, and Non-commissioned Officer of the Year.
Bryon was an avid learner and strove to increase his knowledge and expertise in his chosen field with over two hundred letters of appreciation and certificates of Professional Military Education including: his Associates Degree in Management and
Leadership from the Air Force Academy, Principles of Management from Northern Montana College, Radar Repair Course, NCO Preparatory Course, Automatic Tracking Radar Specialist course, Trainer/Supervisor at Sheppard Technical, Minot Air Force Base North Dakota, Help Committee Functions Guard at Northern Montana College and Havre High School, Equipment Maintenance Badge, Strategic Air Command USAF Detachment.
After his many years of service, Bryon settled down to the bucolic country life he had always dreamed of. J oined by his devoted wife, dogs, cats, horses, a pig and a macaw, he created memories that will live on forever in the hearts of those who loved him.
Bryon is survived by the love of his life, Adele Katrovitz of Pulaski, his son Brandon (Katrovitz) Travis of Havre, Montana, and his step children Rachel Hancocks and David Hancocks. He is also survived by sisters Debbie Hines and mate (Stevin Lewis) of Waverly, Tennessee, Alice Chapman of Houma, Louisiana, Dr. Charlotte Moore and husband (Bobby Moore) of Hampton Virginia, special nephews Michael and Robert Moore and family, Stacey Brown and family, Heather Coats and family, Natashia Katrovitz and family, Jolie Duet and Family and sister in-laws Karen Revely, Wendy Holland Bowyer and Vikki Holland Bowyer and families. Step Mother Cathy Katrovitz, and Mother in Law Jan Holland Bowyer.
Preceding Bryon in death are his mother, Sue Pounds Katrovitz and father Philip Katrovitz.
Visitation at Stevens Funeral Home in Pulaski, VA will be Thursday August 8th from 6-8 pm.
A Military Service will be held at the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Dublin, VA on Friday August 9th at 1:30 pm.
As Bryon was a huge animal lover and rescuer, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please donate to your local animal shelter or rescue organization.
August 6, 2019 @ 7:54 pm
Our thoughts and prayers, strength and so much love are with you all at this sad, tragic time.
It is with deep regret we are not able to accompany you to lay your beloved Bryon to rest.
No words, no comments ,no gestures can help mend or relieve your shattered and broken heart but always here for you.
Forever in our hearts with love and peace
Vikki, Brad and Greg
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August 6, 2019 @ 11:08 pm
Bryon was a hero to his country and his family. I never had the honor of meeting him in person but through Adele and her beautiful stories I felt like I knew him. Heaven got a beautiful soul and the stars will shine brighter.
August 7, 2019 @ 2:20 am
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you during this deeply sad time. I remember so well the sparkle in your eye when you first met, it was clear how much you loved him and him you. You both found your soul mate. Much love and strength. Kirsty, Simon and Ryan
August 7, 2019 @ 6:18 pm
To my friend and fellow veteran Brain may you rest in peace. Your time here is done; know you touched many. I am proud to have known you, served with you, and most of all to call you friend. Adelle, I plan to be with you and Bry on Friday–You both epitomized love for one another, and I appreciate you for your kindness and devoted love for Brian.
August 7, 2019 @ 8:26 pm
I’ve never met Bryon, but watching Adelle’s face whenever she spoke of him told me that he was a very special person.
I am so sorry for you loss, Adelle, and will pray for God’s peace and love to surround you during this difficult time. Susan Pearce
August 8, 2019 @ 3:01 pm
Adelle words cannot convey how sorry I am for your loss. I know that Bry meant the world to you and you were also his entire world. He is the most caring and compassionate man that I had come to know and I am at a loss for words of his passing. I know that he will always be by your side and forever in your heart.
August 13, 2019 @ 11:55 am
I am speechless. What a wonderful friend. So glad I got to serve with “Kat.” Remained friends after the USAF and shared a ton of laughs. My thoughts are with Adele and all of the friends and family. Peace brother.