Krystian Tomasz Czop, age 49, of Shelton, died September 6, 2026 at his residence following a sudden illness.
Born in Nowa Sarzyna, Poland on October 13, 1976, he was the son of Irena Helit Czop of Poland and the late Jan Czop. Mr. Czop was raised and educated in Poland and resided in France for 13 years, prior to immigrating to the United States in 2012.
He worked as a talented self-employed home improvement contractor, particularly skilled in tile work, taking great pride in his craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Mr. Czop enjoyed spending time with his family, jet skiing, traveling, camping or simply enjoying an action movie. His favorite meal was a steak at Outback Steakhouse followed by anything chocolate, especially when shared with his family.
Krystian will be long remembered for his signature baseball caps, his adventurous spirit in visiting new places and strolling through shopping malls – browsing the windows and taking in all the experience had to offer.
He is survived by his beloved daughter, Gabriella Nina Czop of Shelton; stepchildren, Wioleta Czerwonka and Konrad Czerwonka, both of Ansonia; sister, Joanna Czop and brother, Wojciech Czop, both of Poland; as well as his former spouse, Renata Pustelny Czop of Ansonia and his loyal canine companion, “Taffy”.
Family and friends may call on Friday, September 11, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Wakelee Memorial Funeral Home, 167 Wakelee Avenue, Ansonia. Funeral services will take place at 9:00 AM on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from the Wakelee Memorial Funeral Home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph Church, 32 Jewett Street, Ansonia. Interment will follow in St. Michael Cemetery, Derby. Online condolences may be made at www.wakeleememorial.com.