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Mr. Jeffrey "Jeff" Filipkowski, age 47, passed away unexpectedly on Holy Saturday, April 19, 2014, at Mohawk Valley Health Systems @ St. Luke's Hospital with his family by his side. Born in New Hartford on July 25, 1966, Jeffrey was the son of Sarah M. "Sally" (Osborne) Filipkowski and the late Joseph J. Filipkowski, Sr. He was raised and educated in Utica, a graduate of JFK High School/Class of 1984. Jeff worked in his vocation as a master carpenter with Carpenters Union Local #277. Blessed with a soft heart and sensitive spirit, Jeff could be characterized as a 'gentle giant', a man who helped everyone in his circle of life. He cherished all God's animals, especially his dog, Ginger. He enjoyed cooking for his loved ones, taking road trips on his Harley, fishing, hunting, and camping. He practiced his Catholic faith and believed in its Holy Scripture. Jeff is survived by his mother, Sally; his fiancee, Tania Zenzillo and her children, Shaina Pritchard and Melissa Zenzillo; and his brothers and sister-in-law, Joseph J. Filipkowski, Jr., of TX, and James "Jim" and Erica Filipkowski of Whitesboro. He will also be missed by his nieces, Alicia Marie, Sara Nicole, and Emma Catherine; his cousins; aunts, Helen Marie Granozio and companion, Harold Young, of NJ, Evelyn Elfstrom of NJ, and Lorraine Osborne Jensen of MN; and his lifelong friend, Mike Majewicz. The family extends special thanks to the First Responders who so valiantly fought for Jeff and the Emergency Room staff at St. Luke's Hospital for their great efforts. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Expressions of sympathy in the form of donations may be made to Spring Farm Cares in lieu of floral offerings; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Jeffrey's funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Saturday morning at 10:00 at St. Mark's Church where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Mark Pasik. Inurnment will take place at the convenience of the family. Online tributes at: www.EannaceFuneralHome.com
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Susan Hansen
April 26, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the Filipkowski family. Jeffrey was a very long ago pre-k friend who even left an imprint on my heart. RIP Jeffrey
April 25, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to all of you! We are so very sorry for your loss. may God keep him safe.
Love the Marino's
Mike Excell
April 25, 2014
My condolences to the family.I will certainly miss him, but I will never forget him or all the times we spent together.Jeff was an outstanding man!
Jean Jarosz
April 25, 2014
My condolences to the family. I was a fellow classmate all thru school years.
Sydney Brefka-Pinto
April 25, 2014
Heather said it best. My heart is with all of you at this time. Syd
April 24, 2014
Dear Sally, Joe and Jimmy,
I'm so sad to hear this news. I wish I could be there to give you all a hug. Jeff was very sweet and I know Andy has lost one of his best friends. Please know that I am thinking of my next door neighbors with a heavy heart. Love, Heather
poncho kopec
April 23, 2014
love you bro you will be missed
April 22, 2014
Dear Flip, Sally & Joe,
May you embrace the comfort of family and friends during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Macera Family,
Kim, Anthony, Joshua & Tyler
Christine Edic
April 22, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I am so sorry. I will never forget Jeff and everything he did for me and my girls.
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