Gregory "Greg" Patrick Mazgaj, age 61 of Erfurt, Germany passed away July 15, 2026 at his home.

Greg was born March 17, 1965 in Chicago, Illinois to Patrick A. and Angelina (Carbone) Mazgaj.

Surviving family includes his mother, Angie Mazgaj of Monticello, IN; brother Donald Mazgaj of Hammond, Indiana; sister, Dena Wajda of Monticello, IN; nephews, Raymond A. Wajda of Las Vegas, NV and Steven P. Wajda of Knox, IN; niece and Goddaughter Jamie N. (Jordan) Schultz; great-nephews Jackson J. and Jesse A. Schultz, all of Mishawaka, IN.

Greg was preceded in death by his father and wife Gisele (Mueller) Mazgaj.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00p.m. EST on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Deibels Funeral Home, 601 Gordon Road, Monticello, Indiana. Visitation will be held from 1:00p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. A private family burial will at place at IOOF Riverview Cemetery, Monticello, Indiana at a later date.

Donations in memory of Greg can be made to the family.

Deibels Funeral Home is honored and blessed to be assisting the family; memories, messages, and photos of condolences can be made at www.deibelsfh.com

The following is a published article from work colleagues and friends in Germany:

Gregory Patrick Mazgaj

... who passed away suddenly and far too soon.

With his passing, we lose a dedicated and dependable colleague whom we greatly appreciated for his willingness to help others and his friendly nature.

We will honor and cherish his memory. During these difficult hours of farewell, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.

State Capital of Erfurt

The Lord Mayor

The Staff Council

The Employees of the Office of Building Management