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Jean Grabowski Obituary
Age: 71 • Colchester
COLCHESTER - Jean Frances Grabowski, 71, of Colchester, died at home from brain cancer on Dec. 2, 2017.
She was born in Rutland, VT on September 10, 1946, the daughter of Stanley and Mary (Fleming) Pietryka. Jean graduated from West Rutland High School and Mount St. Mary's Nursing School in Montreal. She married Ken Grabowski on July 26, 1969. She spent most of her nursing career at the UVM Medical Center as a floor nurse followed by many years as an IV nurse. Upon her retirement she joined her neighborhood Mah Jongg group and spent many a Thursday afternoon among her friends laughing and excelling at the game. She lent her fine alto voice to the Holy
Cross Church Choir for several years. Jean was an avid reader and was always willing to discuss and share her latest find. She treasured time with her grandchildren - spending countless hours on the sidelines of baseball, soccer, basketball and football games. She was their biggest fan.
Jean is survived by her son Kevin and wife Zoe of Matthews, NC and daughter Kelly of Colchester; three grandchildren, Emily, Leon and Ryan; sisters Mary Miller (Sam), Waterbury, Pat Buteau (Bernie), Rutland, and Maureen Dakin, Colchester; brothers Stanley (Christine), Bomoseen, Dick (Tina), Ira, Joe (Betty), West Rutland, Steve (Colleen), Ira, brother-in-law David Coates, Colchester, Uncle Napoleon (Agnes),
Randolph, cousins, nieces, nephews, and her late husband's family. She was predeceased by her husband Ken Grabowski, parents Mary and Stanley Pietryka, sister Margaret Coates, niece Susan Coates and brother-in-law Bob Dakin.A sincere and heartful thanks to Dr. Argirios Moustakas, Annalies Byington, R.N., Gale Smith, R.N., VNA, for their compassion and extra special care during this time.
There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church Church Rd. in Colchester on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Those who wish may make contributions in Jean's memory to the Mary and Stanley Pietryka Memorial Scholarship, West Rutland School District, 35 Marble St., West Rutland, VT 05777-9387.
Arrangements are in the care of the Ready Funeral and Cremation Service. To send online condolences please visit www.readyfuneral.com.
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for Jean Grabowski
December 11, 2017
I was a neighbor of Jean's growing up in Bonanza Park. Kelly babysat me a few times. Jean was always a quiet and nice person. My thoughts are with Kelly and the rest of Jean's family.
December 10, 2017
My heartfelt condolences to Jeanie's children and grandchildren. We spent 3 wonderful years at St Mary's with Jeanie. Sorry for your loss. Nancy Charlton class of 67.
December 10, 2017
I remember Jean well. We called her 'Jeannie'. She stood out as a wonderful classmate & team-mate on the wards of St.Mary's Hospital in Montreal. I'll always remember her happy smile. So sorry to hear of her passing away.
Donna Gee Roberts
December 9, 2017
My deepest condolences to Jean's family and friends. Jean was a classmate of mine at St, Mary's Hospital School of Nursing 1964-1967. We were the Vermont girls. We have such fond memories of our time at St. mary's.
Donna Gee Roberts
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Marilyn Rivero
December 8, 2017
So sorry to hear about Jeannie. She was a wonderful friend and beautiful soul. We are going to miss her. May you rest in peace, Jeannie. Marilyn Rivero IV.RN.
Judi & Bill Roach
December 7, 2017
To the family of Jean,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Jean. She was such a lovely lady & a beautiful person. I joined the choir of Holy Cross a few years ago & that is where I met Jean. She will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to all the family at this difficult time. May all the wonderful years & memories you've been able to make together, be the strength that keeps you going in the days ahead.
C R
December 7, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends may you find comfort. Reverlation 21:3
Linda Ready
December 6, 2017
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers as you journey through the loss of Jean. May her wonderful spirit give you support now
December 6, 2017
My deepest sympathies with your loss of Jean. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Olga Bruno
Sandra Compagnon
December 6, 2017
Kelly and family,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
julian asucan
December 5, 2017
Dear Kevin & Kelly,
Allow me to express my sincere condolences to you for the death of your Mom. It was a pleasure for me to have Jean at Holy Cross. I really had a high respect for her, her ministry being in the choir, her deep faith in the Eucharist and her love for people. Count me as one to pray for you in this difficult times of losing your Mom.
My condolences to Maureen D. & to my good friend David C.
December 5, 2017
Kelly Kevin,
We would like to share our sympathy with you and your family. We have some wonderful memories of in the hood, as you kids were growing up . We will cherish them forever.
.
As always,
Pete & Harriet
Barb LaForce
December 5, 2017
Kelly, my deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Fr. Roger Charbonneau
December 5, 2017
Dear Kevin and Kelly, Please accept my sincere sympathy at the death of your dear mom. She was a lady of strong faith and courage. Wish that I could be with you for her funeral Mass on Thurs., but my duties here will prevent that. I will pray for her eternal happiness with your good dad and for you and your children at this difficult time of loss. Fr. Roger
Buddy brosseau
December 5, 2017
Kelly and Kevin, so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great lady who I enjoyed having fun with.
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