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Francis Nowicki Obituary
Francis M. Nowicki, 89, of Butler died Tuesday at his home.
He was born in Natrona Heights, Allegheny County, and was the son of Anthony and Verna Nowicki.
During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy from August of 1941 until September of 1946.
A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, he retired after 25 years as an elementary principal for the Butler School District. He served as principal at Center Avenue, McQuistion, Emily Brittain and Northwest schools. Prior to becoming a principal, he had taught in the Highland Schools, Allegheny County, and at the Van Dyke Schools in Detroit, Mich.
He was a member of the St. Fidelis Roman Catholic Church in Meridian, and a life member of the Pennsylvania Teachers Association, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion.
His wife, Bernice (Golier) Nowicki, who he married Jan. 31, 1948, died Feb. 12, 2001.
He is survived by two daughters, Marilyn (Mark) Konezny of Rochester, N.Y., and Lynn (David) McKinnis of Butler; two sons, Michael (Linda) Nowicki of Welling, Okla., and David (Sharon) Nowicki of Tahlequah, Okla.; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a brother, Richard (Florence) Nowicki of Natrona Heights.
NOWICKI - There will be no visitation for Francis M. Nowicki, who died Tuesday, May 14, 2013. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday at the St. Fidelis Roman Catholic Church, 125 Buttercup Road, Meridian. The Rev. James Murphy, pastor, will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow in Butler County Memorial Park.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME, Butler.
Information also is available at www.geibelfuneralhome.com.
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Mary Ann Dandoy
May 28, 2013
To the Nowicki Family:
I too remember him as my principal at Center Avenue. I have a mild disability and in this time before all of the programs, I know that Mr.Nowicki,the teachers and my parents worked to give me a positive elementary school experience. Later I went on to teach and still work with children today, thanks to the foundation all of those folks set for me.I always remember how proud he was when I substitute taught in his building,
He was indeed the best!
Brenda Zambroski
May 28, 2013
I only went to Center Avenue for first grade but Mr Nowicki made such an impression on such a small child that he will never be forgotten in my heart. We need more people like him in this world. Deepest sympathy to his family.
Christian Fuellgraf
May 25, 2013
Mr. Nowicki was my principal at Emily Brittan. I have talked about him a number of times with my own children. My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Beverly (Barto)Cramer
May 23, 2013
Prayers goes out to the family...He was my principal at Center Avenue School...he was the best.....sorry for your loss
Harry and Marie Snyder
May 23, 2013
Sorry for your loss Mike and family.
Jolene (Monfre) Willard
May 22, 2013
To Mr. Nowicki's family...just wanted to express my deepest sympathy...Mr. Nowicki was a wonderful boss when I worked at Emily Brittain...he truly cared about his faculty and students...I know heaven's celebrating his arrival...I sure will miss him! God bless you with strength and comfort needed to get through this difficult time...
Diedra (McDonald) Graham
May 21, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Nowicki family. I had his son Mike as a six grade teacher at West End and heard nothing but good things about his father. My parents told me what a wonderful principle he was and how much he cared
Kimberly Hunt
May 21, 2013
My thoughts & prayers to the Nowicki family. Frank was a very nice man. He was one of my morning customers at McDonald's, and I was always happy to see him. I will miss him
Ian McMichael
May 21, 2013
Mr. Nowicki was a very nice man. Ever since I moved in next door to him six years ago, he was always a friendly presence with a wave, smile and "hello." I'm glad that I was able to meet him and make a friendship with him. My sincere condolences to his family.
Karen Houpt
May 20, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the Nowicki Family. Mr. Nowicki was a good friend of my former boss, Dr. Bertocki, principal of McQuistion School. He was a wonderful man and will be missed.
David Blakley
May 20, 2013
To the Nowicki Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember when I was a student at Center Ave, Mr. Nowicki was a GIANT with a heart like jello! He was a great man! I followed his lead as I am a middle school principal. Will see you again my friend! Thank you.
Betty Riddle ( Tirk )
May 20, 2013
To the Nowicki family. You have my deepest sympathy. Mr Nowicki was the principle at Center Avenue where I attended for 6 years. He was so very nice and well liked by all!
Brad Miller
May 20, 2013
I remember him as my Principal at Center Avenue. He was the best. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Larry McElwain
May 20, 2013
The Nowicki Family,
You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your father. As a new teacher at Center Ave. School in the early 60's he was very helpful to me. I have always remembered him fondly.
Cyndy Nicholson
May 20, 2013
It was many many years ago but I remember how scared I was my very first day at school and Mr. Nowicki was so kind to all of us.
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