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Joan Kowalski Obituary



Joan P. Sullivan Kowalski, 83, died of cancer on August 20 at Charlestown Retirement Community in Catonsville. A former physics professor at George Mason U for many years, she is survived by her husband Anthony, her son John (wife Brenda Cho), grandchildren Frances and Thaddeus, and a brother William Sullivan. Memorial services will be held at O. L. of the Angels Chapel at Charlestown on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 11 AM. Contributions in her memory can be made to Presentation Srs., Mt. St. Joseph, 84 Presentation Way, New Windsor, NY 12553.

Published by Baltimore Sun on Aug. 23, 2016.
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I was saddened to hear of Joan's passing. She along with her husband Tony gave me my first teaching job at Neumann Prep in NJ. I will always remember her quiet smile and gentle help in guiding me during that first difficult year of teaching. I can still see her face and see the "wheels turning" so she could make the day easier for her teachers. My heart felt sympathies go out to Tony and her family.

Michael Generallo

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August 5, 2020

We can't think of Joan without smiling. So smart, so kind, so loving. We feel lucky and blessed just to have known her, because her way of loving her family, her friends, the world, is inspiring. Thank you for the inspiration, Joan. Watch over us all!

Carrie and Gil Heiman

September 10, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I hope Jer. 29: 11,12 brings you comfort during this difficult time.

August 26, 2016

Tony and John, I was shocked to see the notice of Joan's death in the Post. Happy memories of being with all of you at the various HT events. A lovely woman. Prayers. Julie

Julianne Aaron

August 25, 2016

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

August 23, 2016

Sincere condolences goes out to the Kowalski family for your sad loss. May GOD be with the family as you mourn the loss of Joan.

August 23, 2016

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