Julian Kazimier Obituary (1948 - 2026)

Julian C Kazimier, “Kaz” passed away at 9:45, April 14, 2026 in his home in Gainesville, Fl. He was surrounded by his loved ones. Born Jan, 6, 1948 in Los Angeles, CA. He was President of West End Men’s Golf Association for many years and a teacher of guitar at Santa Fe Community College for almost 15 years. Prior to that he tended a small farm in West Baden, Indiana where he raised his family. He loved playing his guitar, listening to Little Feat, playing golf and poker. He was an avid angler, fishing the waters of Cedar Key. He was a loving husband, father, and DziaDzio. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter Melissa. Survived by his wife Rebecca Kazimier, son Julian C. II (Jennice) Kazimier, sister Nana Sue (Marshall) Varner and brother Michael Kazimier. Grandchildren, Aviendha (Keith) Basel, Garion (Myrina) Pforr, Krisanna (Wesley) Castor, Katelyn Crisp, Lindsay Kazimier, and Noah Kazimier. Great grandchildren Jordan Pforr, Weston Castor, Lucian Cooper, Anastasia Castor, and Patricia Pforr. A celebration of life will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a tribute donation to the USGA foundation in support of the U.S. Adaptive Championship. As Kaz was a lifelong golfer and polio survivor, we know he would have appreciated this meaningful gesture. Gifts may be made online or by mail: Online at foundation.usga.org By Mail: Checks may be sent to USGA Foundation 77 Liberty Corner Road Liberty Corner, NJ 07938 Attn: Susan Wasser