Mirko Valcich

Mirko Valcich, of West Palm Beach, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at the age of 82. Mirko was born on September 21, 1941 to the late Marica and Nikola Valcic in Slatina, Croatia. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Zdravka Valcich; sons, Robert Valcich (Paula), Mark Valcich (Kari); granddaughters, Savanna Valcich (7), Mila Valcich (6), Valentina Valcich (4).

Mirko grew up in Slavonia, Croatia before moving to the beautiful island of Osljak. He and his brothers escaped poverty in 1955 and bravely took a rowboat across the Adriatic Sea to Italy for a chance to start a new life of freedom. He came to the US in 1958 and proudly served in the US Army from 1961-1963.   Mirko married the love of his life Zdravka Finka in Zadar, Croatia in 1968 and together raised their two sons, Robert and Mark, in Woodside, Queens. 

Mirko and Zdravka moved to West Palm Beach in 2006. He enjoyed playing bocce with friends, spending summers in his beloved Croatia, taking short trips with his son Robert, and visiting his son Mark and his three granddaughters in New York. He was incredibly kind, compassionate and selfless. He had an infectious laugh and loved his family and friends with all of this heart. He will be missed beyond words and his memory will live on with us always. 

Visitation will be held at 9:00 am on Monday, February 19, 2024 at Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2170 South Military Trail, West Palm Beach, Florida with the Funeral Service beginning at 10:30 AM, officiated by Deacon Mark Hoch. The Graveside will follow at 12:30 PM  at South Florida National Cemetery, 6501 State Rd 7, Lake Worth Florida.

The visitation and service are available to view via webcast starting at 9:00 am on Monday, February 19, 2024. To view: CLICK HERE