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Joseph ZABLOCKI Obituary
ZABLOCKI, Joseph J.
Joseph J. Zablocki, 76, of Newington died on Tuesday (December 25, 2012) at Hartford Hospital, surrounded by his family members. He was the beloved husband of Wieslawa (Tarasiuk) Zablocki. Born in New Britain, he grew up in Elmwood and then lived most of his life in Newington. He graduated from Hall High School in 1955, served in the U.S. Air Force for four years and was discharged with honors. He received his Bachelor and Masters Degrees from C.C.S.U., New Britain. Joseph was a well liked teacher at Hartford High School, Sunset Ridge Middle School, retiring from East Hartford High School, after many years, in 1997. He was very active, enjoyed winter sports such as skiing, and hiking as well as golfing during summer. Mr. Zablocki was a devoted family man and caregiver to his first wife Nancy. He will be remembered forever by his family and friends for his kindness, and sense of humor. Besides his wife Wieslawa, he leaves his daughter Susan Lincoln of Centerville, MD, grandchildren Kate Lincoln, Elizabeth Fisher and her husband Tony, Robert Lincoln, his sisters-in-law Janet Zablocki of Wethersfield, Danuta and Krystyna Tarasiuk, Teresa Kaminski and her husband Ryszard in Poland, his cousins Jane Barszcz and her husband Ted of Meriden, Mark, David and James Lewandowski, nephews Richard, John Zablocki and Wojciech Kaminski. He will be deeply missed by his mother-in-law in Poland, Henryka. Joseph also leaves his longtime, dear friend Richard Martin and his wife Peggy of Old Saybrook and their family.
His funeral service will be held on Saturday, 9 a.m., at Newington Memorial Funeral Home, 20 Bonair Ave., Newington, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, 10 a.m., at Church of the Holy Spirit. He will be laid to rest in West Meadow Cemetery, Newington. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 5-8:00 p.m., at Newington Memorial. To share a memory with his family, please visit us at www.newingtonmemorial.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph ZABLOCKI
Charlie Szad
December 21, 2021
RIP Joe I see that Richard Martin joined you also not too long ago. Until we all meet again God Bless you both.
Michael Gallon
March 25, 2013
Dear Wiesia,
I just found out today after Mass of Joe's passing. I'm very saddened and want to express my deepest sympathy to you and all of Joe's family. Joe was my friend through daily Mass and I always enjoyed speaking with him and you after Mass. Although I only knew him as Joe and for a few years he was one of the gentlest souls I have ever known. I will miss him. I will keep him and you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Alicja Drzazgowski
December 29, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Wiesia Zablocki.
Our families have known Joe for about twenty years. We will
..always remember him as a great friend and a thoughtful person. Joe's genuine interest in others led to many wonderful conversations, laughs and story sharing during our gatherings. He will be greatly missed by all of us.
Drzazgowski, Bujwid, and Kubiszewski Families
December 29, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Wiesia Zablocki.
Our families have known Joe for about twenty years. We will always remember him as a great friend and a thoughtful person. Joe's genuine interest in others led to many wonderful
conversations, laughs and story sharing during our gatherings. He will be greatly missed by all of us.
Drzazgowski, Bujwid, and Kubiszewski Families
a student at sunset ridge
December 27, 2012
He gave me one of the best sayings and I say it do this day. " just because your mother calls you sonny doesn't mean your bright".
Joe's Ski Friends
Paula & Stan Brady
December 27, 2012
We grieve deeply for the loss of our dear friend, Joe. Joe was a regular in our ski group that enjoy years of skiing out West and he was a chaperone for the Ski Club at EHHS. He had a wonderful sense of humor, he loved his family very much and we send our sympathy to them all for such a loss.
Ben Cortese
December 27, 2012
My deepest Sympathy to the Zablocki family for your loss. I taught with Joe at EHHS. We shared rooms together when we taught the same course. Great man to know. Helped me out a lot when I first arrived at EHHS. He will be missed. I will keep Joe in my prayers. May he rest in peace, and may God keeep him close to His heart in heaven.
Barbara & Bill Storey
December 27, 2012
Joe was a great neighbor and friend for many years. We had many good times with Joe and his wife Nancy. Our Sincere sympathies to Susan and the rest of the family.
December 27, 2012
I only have two uncles and Joe was one of them. I have very fond memories of Joe although I haven't seen him for some time as I live in Idaho. He was lots of fun when we were kids. I remember how we always admired his fancy boots and how he and my other uncle, Doug would put me on top of the swinging door at my grandmother's house and leave me there for fun. I thought this was fun too. My condolences to all in his family. Mary Mullaney
Dick Guerreri
December 27, 2012
My condolences for your loss and gratitude for Joe's service to our country. Grew up with Joe in Elmwood and Joe was also one of my son's teachers at EHHS.
Charlie Szad USN ret
December 27, 2012
I salute your veteran. My condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.
Joe was one of my oldest friends
Susan Lewandoski
December 27, 2012
I know Joe somewhat through my husband David Lewandoski (his cousin), and I always found Joe to be a very warm and kind man. He came to every family event that I ever attended and probably all the others I did not. He would be the first one over to greet me with a hug and a warm hello. He was always very kind to me. I'll miss seeing him when I go down to Conneticut. Rest in Peace Joe.
Don Burrier
December 27, 2012
To the family of Mr "Z" he was a Teacher whom you would never forget. His outgoing nature made the classes at HPHS enjoyable.
Patti Kelly
December 27, 2012
Dear Zablocki Family,
I send my deepest sympathy. I had Mr. "Z" back in the 70's at Sunset Ridge. Not many girls took shop back then. lol He was a great teacher. I am sorry for your loss. All these years later I still remember him.
Sincerely,
Patti
Newington Memorial Funeral Home
December 27, 2012
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
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