Christopher Columbus Pawlowski (Powell)

Christopher Columbus Pawlowski (Powell) obituary, Winnetka, CA

Christopher Columbus Pawlowski (Powell)

Christopher Pawlowski (Powell) Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 10 to Mar. 19, 2023.
Christopher C. Pawlowski (Powell), 70, former local musician, passed away in Los Angeles, CA after a long illness on January 31, 2023. He was born April 16, 1952 in Evansville and grew up in Boonville, Indiana.

He was known locally as a member of the Cynics, and lead guitarist with the Steel Head Band, Sausage Mill Band as well as others. Evansville venue The Thirteenth Hour featured the Steel Head band as the opening act for Jethro Tull, Iron Butterfly, Blue Cheer, Deep Purple and many others.

Chris is preceded in death by his parents, Antoni and Estella Pawlowski. He is survived by his son, Zach Carter, of Atlanta GA, his brothers Andy of Gardnerville NV, Rick of Indianapolis IN, & Steve (Judy) of Newburgh IN, and sister Rose of Greenwood IN.

A Memorial Gathering will be scheduled later in the year. Please visit Christopher Columbus Pawlowski Memorial FB page or Legacy.com for more information.

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April 2, 2024

Rose Pawlowski posted to the memorial.

March 17, 2024

Gordon Wilcher posted to the memorial.

February 20, 2024

Danny Emmons posted to the memorial.

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Rose Pawlowski

April 2, 2024

Hello Everyone who knew my brother:

Celebration of Life for Chris Pawlowski (Powell) (April 16, 1952 -Jan 31, 2023) will be held on April 13th, 2024 at the Boonville American Legion at 1021 E Main St, Boonville, IN 47601. 2:30pm to 6 pm? Sharing followed by music with Danny Emmon´s band `Touch of Gray´.

Snacks will be provided, cash bar. We will have a Zoom link for out of town or people who can´t attend in person.

Thanks in advance to Danny, Roger & Tom for your generosity.

I have a list of Chris´ instruments, recording & music equip for sale first to fans in the Evansville/Boonville area. Guitars, Fender amp, mics, mic stands, keyboards, 16 channel analog mixing board, cables are a few of the items. Message me if you want to review the list & make a bid. I will bring items purchased with me week of April 13th to distribute to buyers.

If you are planning to come, please RSVP msg me if you can.

Blessings to all!

Gordon Wilcher

March 17, 2024

Chris was one of a kind, a great guitarist an ex bandmate. He was a gentle soul and one of most interesting guys ever. RIP Chris.
Gordy Wilcher Owensboro Ky

Danny Emmons

February 20, 2024

Chris and I became best friends in high school and had a lifelong of musical good times together. R.I.P old buddy

Jeanette Bogacki

March 20, 2023

I´m so sorry for the loss of Chris, I remember all the times we would gather together as family members for celebration, dinners and just play time, may your soul Chris Rest In Peace, love and prayers to all the family, With love Jeanette Bogacki, fly Chris

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April 2, 2024

Rose Pawlowski posted to the memorial.

March 17, 2024

Gordon Wilcher posted to the memorial.

February 20, 2024

Danny Emmons posted to the memorial.