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Josephine Kowalski Obituary

Kowalski, Josephine CONWAY, S.C. Josephine "Jody" "Maka" Kowalski, age 81, wife of the late, devoted husband of 55 years, Bruno Kowalski, died Friday, February, 24, 2012 at Conway Medical Center. Mrs. Kowalski was born in Schenectady, a daughter of the late Attilio and Anita Scaccia. She was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School and Royal Barber and Beauty Academy. She was the owner and operator of Saratoga Supermarket IGA in Cohoes. Surviving are two sons, Richard B. Kowalski of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and David P. Kowalski and wife Anne of Ballston Spa; one daughter, Sherry O'Connor of Conway; five grandchildren, Jason O'Connor, Jessica Williams, Jaclyn Marsden, Rachael Osinski, and David J. Kowalski; four great-grandchildren, Ryan Marsden, Hannah Marsden, Jayden Osinski and Austin Osinski; one sister, Julie Gardiner of Schenectady; two sisters-in-law, Irene Kowalski and Jennie Scaccia, both of Schenectady; and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews whom she loved very much. Funeral services will be private. Sign an online guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.comGoldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Feb. 26, 2012.

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Annie Kowalski

March 7, 2012

Dear Maka, God blessed me with the most wonderful mother-in-law. I will forever hold dear the many private talks and laughs we had. You will live on in my heart Maka. I love you very much and will miss you. Love Annie

February 28, 2012

Sherry,
I am greatly sorry about the death of your Mother. She was a special friend, a wonderful Mother, Grandmother, and great Grand mother. She gave much love, and was loved by everyone that had the opportunity to know her. We will all miss her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Priscilla Adams( Conway,SC)

February 27, 2012

Hi,Sherry and Family. I was very sad to hear about your Mother.Deb S. let me know.I am sure everyone is thinking of you and your family from clifton park. love debby

Wanda Randall

February 27, 2012

Sherry,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Cathy Hall

February 27, 2012

Sherry, my spirit and prayers are with you and your family. We love you and will continue to keep you strong in our hearts.

Cindy (Smidt) Mack

February 27, 2012

Dear Rick, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your mom..I never met her but my sister Heidi knew her from the beauty shop and my dad knew your mom and dad and Uncle Jack..He spoke highly of them. I remember you as "Ricky" from 20 years ago. I know how much you will miss your mom. I wish you and your family peace.

JoLea Wegner

February 27, 2012

Sherry, so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

February 27, 2012

Sherry, your mom will always live in your heart, and she will be watching over you and all of her family while at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Cathy D.

February 27, 2012

For Josephine Kowalski to have such a wonderful daughter as Sherry, she herself must have been someone whom I would loved to have known.

Much love to you and your family, Dorothy Cassidy

Ivy Hale

February 27, 2012

Dear Sherry,
So sorry for your loss. Happy memories will keep her close to your heart and help to ease the pain. With love, Ivy

February 27, 2012

Sherry, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debby Pace

February 27, 2012

To my dear friend Sherry,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you and your entire family. I wish I could carry some of the burden for you during this most difficult time of your life. Your mom was so full of life and a joy to be around (just like her daughter). I know how close you were and I'm here for you.
You remain in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort during your grief. We love you, Connie & Tommy, Loris, SC

February 26, 2012

To All the Kowalski Family,
Our sincere condolences to all of you. Maka was a very special lady.
Sincerely,
Jerry, Patti and Kara Lumia

February 26, 2012

Dear Rick,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Laurie Viscusi

Jessica and Mason Camp

February 26, 2012

So Sorry for the loss of Maka. My prayers and thoughs are with you.

Jessica Camp

February 26, 2012

So sorry for the loss ,prayers and thoughs to the family. Jessica Camp

Robyn Rabon

February 26, 2012

Rick,
So sorry for the loss of your mother. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Jessica Williams

February 26, 2012

I love you so much Maka! Forever your baby doll! xoxoxoxoxoxo

February 26, 2012

Jody, my friend and church buddy, I will miss you. Condolences to the Family.
Audrey Bush

Leo trombley

February 26, 2012

Tiamo Maka, Love Leo xoxo

leo trombley

February 26, 2012

Tiamo Maka xoxo leo

leo trombley

February 26, 2012

I love you maka, tiamo leo xoxo

Martha Miller

February 26, 2012

Dearest Rick and David and Sherry,

Such fond memories of Jody and Bruno - what a great couple! Just thinking about them (and you) makes me smile:)

You are all in my prayers. Sending deepest condolences to your entire family.

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