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Michael Kowal Obituary
BARRE, Mass.. -- Michael Charles Kowal, 74, died Feb. 14, 2010.
He was born in Barre, Mass., to Theodore and Annie Kowal.
He was a 1953 graduate from Barre High School. He attended Worcester Junior College and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was employed by Massachusetts Electric/New England Power as a customer service manager in Gardner, Mass. and then worked in New England Power's Westborough corporate office until his retirement. He then worked at Harwich Golf Course (Harwich, Mass).
Mr. Kowal was the town of Barre veterans agent and cemetery commissioner. He was a lifetime member of American Legion Post 2 and was Post 2 commander from 1978 to 1980.
He also coordinated the annual Memorial Day and Veterans Day parades and activities for the town of Barre.
Family members include his wife of 52 years, Pauline (Puchalsky) Kowal of Barre; four children, Barbara Kowal of Austin, Texas; Cindy Dobbin of Bedford, N.H., Michael Kowal of Barre and Kristin Tebo of Oakham; six grandchildren; a brother, Theodore "Jim" Kowal of Barre; and a sister, Evelyn Blake of Naples, Fla.
SERVICES: Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. in Pillsbury Funeral Home, 96 South Barre Road, Barre, Mass. A funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, South Street, Barre, Mass. Burial will follow with military honors in St. Joseph Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the QRHS Kowal/Puchalsky Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Fund c/o 352 Town Farm Road, Barre, Mass. 01005 or to a charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Kowal
March 1, 2010
ROBERT & ROY REIDY DUNEDIN, FLORIDA
February 22, 2010
Dear Barbara and family, Jackie and I extend our condolences in this sad time. Eveyone liked Mike and his sense of humor and keen wit. Glenn & Jackie Stratton, North Fort Myers, FL
David Nowers
February 19, 2010
Mike was a dear friend to many of us from Grindell's Ocean View Camp Ground as many of us have been mebers of the Harwich Golf Club for many years. We will all miss his smiles and friendships.Our sincere sympathy to all. Dave & Josie Nowers, Athol,MA
chris foley
February 19, 2010
Dear Mike and family,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. Mickey was a great great man who touched the lives of everyone he met. He will truely be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris Foley and family
Win & Gloria Sawyer
February 19, 2010
Dear Polly,Barb,Cindy,Michael & Kristen,
Win & I were saddened by the news of Micky's passing.
We know his wonderful spirit and sense of humor will live on in each of you.
Our thoughts are with all of you.
Love, Win & Gloria
Andrea LaBoffa
February 18, 2010
Kowal Family,
I am saddened by the news of Mickey's passing. I worked with Mickey at the Henry Woods Building, he will be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Sheri Walling Davis
February 17, 2010
Dear Barb and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I had never met Mike Kowal, I felt I knew him through Barb. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sheri Walling Davis
Anne Balazs
February 17, 2010
Dear Cindy, Barb and family, My deepest sympathy on the passing of your dad. I will always remember the big smile, the loving heart, the quick wit, and the brightest blue eyes God ever made. You inherited the best from him. I know he is smiling down from heaven and proud of his successful children. How lucky you are to have had such a wonderful father and now, happy memories to sustain you. Much love and sympathy to your mom especially and you, my Barre friends, Anne
John Brothers
February 16, 2010
My Condolences To The Kowal Family. I KNew Mike From The Harwich Golf Course And Became Very Good Friends Over The Years. Mike Was A Wonderful Person To Know. John Brothers, [ Uxbridge Ma.& Dennisport Campers Haven]
Kenny and Eva White
February 16, 2010
We were so sorry to receive this email today from Stella. We want to express out sincerest sympathy to you Polly, your children, Evelyn and Jimmy and their families. I know you are all saddened by this and our hearts go out to you.
I feel that I have known Mickey all my life as we lived in the same house on Hubbardston Road for many years. Although our lives have taken different paths over the years I still feel a closeness to the Kowal family. I always remember the relationship Mickey had with my step-father, Mike Mallozzi, when he worked for the cemetery department. God Bless you Mickey and all your family.
Jim Dowd
February 16, 2010
Our condolences to the Kowal Family. Mike was a friend and co-worker of my Brother Bryan Dowd of Harwichport. Mike assisted our family at the Bourne Cemetary when a mixup caused the color guard not to be present.. He assisted the Funeral Director, and presented the Flag to the Family. What a great guy.. RIP.. I hope your playing golf with Bryan now.
Don Colpitts
February 16, 2010
To the Kowal Family:
I was so sorry to read of Mike death in the Worcester Telegram today. Mike was a great man and a true Veteran. I could not have pull off the dedication of the Stetson Home Veteran's Honor Roll,in 1985, without Mike's help. Thank you Mike and rest in peace.
Don Colpitts, Lynn, MA.
Corice Boyer
February 16, 2010
Mike, Shawna and the Kowal Families. I am so sorry to hear of Mickey's passing. My thought and prayers are with you.
louie and janice
February 16, 2010
We have so many wonderful memories of happy, fun times shared with Mickey--he was our childhood friend, classmate, neighbor, and will be greatly missed. Rest now in the loving arms of God.
Reid and Peggy Dahart
February 16, 2010
Polly, Jim, Evelyn and families: We were so sorry to hear of Mickey's passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Shannon Eldredge
February 16, 2010
Blessings to Mike, Shawna and the Kowal families. Very sorry for your loss.
Shannon (Bowren) Eldredge and Family
Michael & Lynn Jordan sr
February 16, 2010
Thank you Michael for your service to this country and all it's veterans.You Will not be forgotten.
Enjoy your reward brother.
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