John A. Baclawski

Adios to Big John Backs. So many memories of Big John from adolescence to adulthood John was always there with aliitle or alot of philosophical advice.He lived his life the way he wanted and never made any excuses for his paths. His intelligence quotient was very high although not always in view, from teaching himself to play guitar, trumpet, chess and other pursuits as well. I remember him being impressed with the Beach Boys and learned to play and sing their songs real similar to the...

On behalf of the New Britain Chess Club, it is with a sad and heavy heart to hear of the passing of one of our veteran members, John Baclawski. John left this world on July 24, 2018, after a very long and courageous battle with cancer. John's history with our family spanned nearly 50 years. Widely known for his fighting and energetic spirit on the chess board, John appropriately earned the nickname, the Claw. In the annals of the club, John ranked in the top ten players in overall major...

You will live forever in our hearts uncle John. Gone but not forgotten..you are soaring on wings like eagles ...love you Jack Bacs...