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KOWALEC, Gregory E.
Gregory E. Kowalec, 53, of Bristol, died on Wednesday, (June 13, 2012). Greg was born in Bristol on May 13, 1959 and the youngest of six children of the late Joseph and Genevieve (Olander) Kowalec. He was a lifelong Bristol resident where he attended local schools and graduated from Bristol Eastern High School. A machinist by trade, he worked in the Polymers Division of Bayer and most recently was employed at TAK Industries, Bristol. He was an avid Boston Celtic and New York Yankee fan and was a member of St. Matthew Church, Forestville. Greg is survived by his two children, Matthew George Kowalec, and Jenna Marie Kowalec, both of Bristol; three brothers, Joseph Kowalec of Bantam, Andrew Kowalec of Bristol, and Raymond Kowalec of Harwinton, two sisters, Carol (Kowalec) Anderson and Beverly (Kowalec) Knox, both of Bristol; his loving companion, Irene La Forge of Bristol; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, (June 16, 2012) at 10 a.m. from Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol, to St. Matthew Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday between 5 - 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Matthew School Development Fund, Welch Dr., Forestville, CT 06010. Please visit Greg's memorial web-site at www.FunkFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Robert Guidetti
October 26, 2012
Dear Irene
I have learned, just this day of the sudden passing away of Greg, in June. Let me add my condolences to all the others, who will miss him. Seeing the both of you at the dances made me smile and think what a wonderful couple you both made. The world in general has lost a loveable regular guy.
And just in case your wondering who I am, I ran all the contests for the "Single Only" dances, and chatted with you both frequently.
And may God Bless you both.
October 26, 2012
Irene
Just this day (10/26/12) I learned of Greg's passing away in June. I was stunned to hear of his sudden death. No amount of condolences can express my feelings of sadness. I have always thought the best him, and yourself, and feel that world has lost a regular guy and friend to all that met him, and called him a friend. I will always hold fond memories of seeing and talking with you both at the dances, and always made me think, what a lovely couple you made.
And just in case you can't remember who I am, I ran all the contested for the "Single's Only" dances.
I remain your and Greg's friend.
Robert Guidetti
Agawam Ma.
Mark & Holly Yeske
June 29, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. I worked with Greg at Bayer for 16 years and have fond memories.
Carol Rocha
June 24, 2012
Was shocked and saddened to hear of Greg's untimely death. Blessings and deepest sympathy to Jan,his children, and family. May he rest in peace.
Dean Spring
June 14, 2012
We are so shocked to hear of Greg's sudden passing. Sending our thoughts and prayers to his family.
June 14, 2012
Kowalec Family,
We are so sad to hear of Greg's passing. Our deepest sympathies.
Cudo Family
Delcy Voisine
June 14, 2012
I send my condolences to Jan and to the children on the loss of their father. It is difficult to endure sorrow but one must make up for the pain by remembering the many more occasions of joy experienced through the years. RIP, Greg.
Delcy Voisine
June 14, 2012
I send my condolences to Jan and the children. It is never easy to suffer the loss of a family member but one has to accept the sorrows that come with life as well as the joys that are forever to be cherished.
June 14, 2012
Jan, Matt & Jenna, we were so very sad to hear the news of the passing of your father. Amanda, Alli and I have fond memories of the 10 years we were neighbors and sharing daycare at Ann's. Greg was a great guy and will be missed by all of us. Remember the good times with him and know that he will always be with you, in your hearts.
Lois Voisine and daughters, Amanda & Alli
Funk Funeral Home
June 14, 2012
Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.
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