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Michael Szufnarowski Obituary

Michael Szufnarowski of Lowell; 45 Lowell Michael J. Szufnarowski, 45, died peacefully at his home in Lowell on June 2, 2008. He was the son of Stanley and Natalie Szufnarowski, Jr., of Lowell, and the late Anna Chmara Szufnarowski. He was employed by Middlesex Community College for seventeen years prior to his move to Bradentown, Fl. Most recently he was employed by Elderhostel, Wannalancit Mills in Lowell. A graduate of Middlesex Community College and UMASS Lowell, he was a very kind and gentle person, who will be missed dearly by all who knew him. Besides his parents, he is survived by a brother, Joseph Szufnarowski and his wife Solange of Somersworth, NH; his sisters, MaryAnn Swift of Virginia Beach, VA, Mickey Grol and her husband Lee of Fall River, MA and Carolyn Adduci of Dracut. His nieces, Mindy of Lowell and Lauren of Dracut. His God-mother MaryAnn Szufnarowski of Lowell his God-father Stanley Chmara of Haverhill; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and his friend Jorge Devillasante. He was predeceased by his mother Anna Chmara Szufnarowski, his uncle John Szufnarowski, his grandparents Stanley and Blanche Szufnarowski, Frank and Jadwiga Chmara of Haverhill, and Stephen and Mary Sagan. SZUFNAROWSKI Services were held at St. Rita's Church with burial in Holy Trinity Polish Cemetery in Lowell. Donations may be made in Michael's name to a charity of one's choice.

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Published by Lowell Sun on Jun. 19, 2008.

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Donna

August 5, 2025

Happy. Heavenly Birthday my dear friend...miss you always

Donna Loretti

August 5, 2024

Happy Birthday today Michael....never will forget you...always in my heart my dear, sweet friend

Donna Jean Loretti

June 13, 2024

Remembering you today and always...there is always something that brings a memory of you to me... My heart is heavy because you are no longer on earth, but you are and always will be in my . So many happy memories keep me uplifted and I know you are watching over all your loved ones because you are an angel...love and miss you .always..Donna Loretti

Donna Loretti

June 13, 2023

I think of you, Michael...all the time. You were a shining light in my life and I was truly blessed to have you as my friend....going through college and becoming close buddies was a joy for me. I remember you every birthday and always. I love you and hope to see you again someday....you definitely are with angels because you are one yourself..love you

Donna J Loretti

August 6, 2022

Well another birthday ...always remember you on August 5th and always on my mind ...miss my bestie and love you...always and forever....

Donna Loretti

August 17, 2014

Rest in peace my dear friend....think of you every August 5th and celebrate your life!!!!! Hope to meet again someday.....love you always Donna

July 29, 2013

It brings great sadness and heaviness to my heart to find after 5 years of trying to find one of the most loving and best friend you could have has passed. I will always remember Michael and I going through Middlesex College together and hanging out in Lowell and the fun times in Ptown. Michael was one of my best friends. We lost touch when I got married in 2003...I was told he was not well but couldn't find him..Now I know why...He was never from my thoughts and heart..I will miss him dearly and I cannot say how sad I am to find this out..I know his birthday is August 5th and I will light a candle and say a prayer for him to be at peace...I love you Michael and so does Marshell...You were the best. Be at Peace..Donna and Marshell Carter.

Jerzy (Jorge) de Villasante

June 2, 2009

Mein lieber Michal, du bleibst immer noch in meinem Herzen. Ich werde dich immer vermissen. Ich denke an dich jeden Tag. Kocham Ciebie. Brakuje mi Ciebie

Mania Szufnarowski (Swift)

January 11, 2009

Dearest Brother Michael-
I think of you everyday and miss you terribly. The only thing that makes me smile is knowing that you are in heaven with our precious mother, Babcia, Dziadzia, Stephie, Anna, Peter, Uncles Charles and all our other relatives. kocham ciebie brakuje mi ciebie.

Catherine Freeman

July 15, 2008

Michael it has been years since we spoke but you have never left my heart. We spent a lot of time together having fun and heart to heart talks. I will never forget those blue glasses of yours. You were always that one special person whom I will never forget nor would I want to. We have been friends since High School and beyond. I still remember when you came to Orlando for my graduation and we spent the day at Disney. It was a great weekend. My prayers are with you and remember God has sent his angels to take you home. I know I will see you again. Until then you will always be in that special place in my heart.

Michael Szufnarowski

John Sheldon

July 5, 2008

Mike was all about truth, selflessness, and love for others without expecting anything in return. I enjoyed the time I spent with Michael, especially Easter 2008, he was truly happy. As the days go by, PJ tells me stories of growing up with Michael and what a wonderful person he was since she could remember. Michael, Angel, Peace, Love & Light!

The Walsh Family

June 29, 2008

Michael is to heaven what he was on earth the special angel. He touched so many, taught so many and yet never asked for anything in return. To have had Mike for a friend made our family complete. When I think of Michael I think of all the many, many laughs we shared. Thank you to his family for letting him be such a huge part of our family.

Michael Szufnarowski, 45, 2008

June 27, 2008

Jeff Bilby

June 24, 2008

Natalie, Stanley and Family, I am so
sorry to hear of the loss of your son
Michael. You are all in my thoughts
and prayers. When I get back on
my feet I will be in the Lowell area
and stop by the house, Michael could
not have had a better family, Natalie
spoke of him thoughout the years
we worked together, I am so sorry,
God be your strength through this
loss.

Kathy McAndrew

June 21, 2008

To Michael's Family and dear friends,
I meet Michael as a co-worker at Elderhostel. I miss you Michael, you always had a "Hi Kathy" with a warm, gentle smile. Your life touched me and I will not forget your warm and loving way. Rest in eternal peace, God Bless you forever, Kathy

Dawna Werner

June 20, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I worked with Mike at Red Lobster quite a few years ago. We became fast friends and had many nights "getting into trouble" together! He use to make me laugh so hard! Mike was a great listener and a loyal friend.
I love you Mikey!

Kathleen Callahan

June 20, 2008

To the Szufnarowski Family and Jorge,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I know Mike had a lot of pain, but he loved you all so much. Jorge, he gave you the best of himself for eleven years. I hope he's now at peace and playing happily with the cat you both loved.

Dan Goguen

June 20, 2008

I worked with Michael at Elderhostel and I know that he will be missed but remembered fondly by everybody there.

Ellen Ricca

June 20, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. I worked with him at Middlesex Community College, and he was such a smart, dedicated, and sweet guy. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends.

Susan (St. Peter) Rushton

June 19, 2008

Dear Mickey and family,
I was saddened to read of Michael's passing. I remember our sleepovers at your home when we were in high school and how Michael used to make us laugh. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. I love ya Mick ! Always, Sue (St. Peter) Rushton

PJ Szufnarowski

June 19, 2008

Michael was one of the most kind, gentle, and advanced souls I have had the pleasure to know. We had lots of fun together growing up as cousins, and I feel so blessed to have had such a wonderful FRIEND in my adult life. Michael was an Angel on Earth to me. There is now another Angel in Heaven praying for us all.

Virginia Laferriere

June 19, 2008

We have known Michael since he was a little boy He was always a kind & caring person,especially to his Grandparents. We are shocked & sadded at his passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with his family & loved ones. He will be missed, Michael & Virginia Laferriere

Debbie Murray

June 19, 2008

Dear Michael,
Although it was a short time we knew each other we became very good friends. You were a very special person to me and always will be. I will always miss walking to elderhostel everyday with you and our long talks. Now as you fly with the angels a piece of me soars with you. Rest in peace my good friend. I will never forget you.

Bernadette "Bernie" Carlson (Demers)

June 19, 2008

Michael, I'm so sorry we did not keep in better touch. After all these years apart;I still feel a very strong loss. The Szufnarowski family has lost a great man. Love to all your family and friends; at this time and always!

Carlos Metcalf

June 19, 2008

Seven months ago, everyday until the day of your passing, you gave me these precious gifts: your rapt attention, your uncompromising love, your sweetness and warmth. I'll cherish these memories and our steadfast undying love, and will also cherish the long drives we took in your purple pick-up truck, which you said "was made for us," hatching day dreams of our future together. I will dream of you forever, my dearest Michael, until we meet again.

Natalie MacLeod

June 19, 2008

In the Russian Orthodox Church when a person dies we say Memory Eternal and that's how Michael will always be remembered. He was a kind and sweet person with a smile on his face. Every morning at Elderhostel we would say hi with a smile will be missed.
Memory Eternal Michael.
With thoughts and prayers,
.

Jorge DeVillasante

June 19, 2008

I will never forget the good times we had and how much you loved the beach and our cats. Be at peace and pray for us.
Brakuje mi Ciebie
Kocham Ciebie

Bill McCaughey

June 19, 2008

Michael was one of a kind. Sweet, loving and very special. Even though we only knew each other for 8.5 months, it felt like a life time. The love I feel for you Mr. Michael won't ever go away.

P.S. There's a bowl of Pistachios on the counter for you friend. Leave me a few will ya?

Love,
Bill McCaughey

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