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Thomas Poznick Obituary
Thomas "Tom" Poznick, Sr., 78, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was blessed to have the rosary said to him by his granddaughter, Nadia Poznick just before joining God in Heaven.
Tom grew up in Lowell, Massachusetts, where he was known for dazzling the football fans at Cawley Stadium with 90-yard touchdown runs. His childhood was filled with wonderful memories with his friends and brothers Fred, Steve, and Bob Poznick. When the streetlights came on Stromquist Avenue, Tom would run home to the loving arms of his parents, Frank and Stella.
Tom married his devoted and loving wife, JoAnne, who he met as his nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital when he broke his arm. Tom and JoAnne were married for 55 years and enjoyed rides to the New England coast and mountains. He loved his family time, especially playing basketball with his son, Thomas Poznick Jr. and playing dolls with his daughter, Cheryl Slattery. If you asked Tom Jr. and Cheryl to describe their Dad in two words, "my hero" would be the echo from the room. He lived up to this hero title, as he raised his three grandsons Charles, Chris, and Stephen, who followed in his footsteps as tremendous football players.
Before he was whisked off to Heaven, he loved to spend time with his granddaughter, Nadia, the sunshine of his life. He enjoyed learning about Nadia's favorite sport, tennis—they would watch and discuss it all day long. He was simply the best "Grampy" in the world!
In lieu of sending flowers, please consider donating to end the disease that Tom fought so valiantly at www.scleroderma.org.
It is now time to celebrate his life, on Thursday, April 15, and ALL ARE WELCOME. The day will start at 11 AM at MCDONOUGH FUNERAL HOME, 14 HIGHLAND STREET, LOWELL. VISITATION UNTIL 12:30 PM. In order to respect social distancing guidelines, we ask that one family at a time spend a few minutes with Tom talking about the good old days and how things are in Heaven. Please also wear a mask if you are medically able to do so. FOLLOWING THE VIEWING AT 12:30 PM, THERE WILL BE A PROCESSION TO SAINT MARY'S CEMETERY IN TEWKSBURY FOR THE SERVICE. Please visit www.McDonoughFuneralHome.com to leave the family a message of condolence.
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Mike Donabedian
November 11, 2024
Tom was without a doubt, an outstanding citizen and credit to our hometown, Lowell, Mass and of course to the Riddick Lowell High 1960 football team. Great Guy, great family person. I miss him and his lovely wife, and the complement she shared of my mother.
Please help me with a contract to Tom´s wife or his family.
Mike Donabedian, 978-772-4050, Devens, MA.
Thanks to all, and for having Tom as a team mate and class mate for class of 1960. Love to all. - Mike Donabedian
Dick Lafreniere
April 17, 2021
I will always remember playing football with Tom. He was the best team mate and respected by all the team and Coach Reddick.
Joe and Judy Burns
April 13, 2021
So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. A great Sacred Heart guy.
william dowling
April 13, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.Steve and the entire Poznick family my deepist sympathies.So sorry for your loss. Bill
Philip&Lynne Scannell
April 13, 2021
Remember him well.. watching play on Sunday ay Cawley,, what afootball player
Brian B Jason
April 13, 2021
My wife and I want to express out condolences to the Posnick family, on hearing of Tom's passing. Growing up on Stromquist Ave, everyone knew the Poznick's and it really was a neighborhood of good hard working families. Tom certainly will be missed by all of us who knew him. Brian and Barbara Jason
Bunnie stevens
April 12, 2021
Remembering Tom as a great brother-in-law, Super athlete and devoted husband and father to his family. My sincere sorrow to Joanne and the whole Poznick family. With loving memories of years past Bunnie Stevens.......
Richard Kierce
April 12, 2021
To You Steve,
It might have been years since you and I have talked.
But I will never forget all the memories that you and I have shared.
You being a bartender, and I also being a bartender.
BUT THE BIGGEST THING WAS YOU AND I BEING THE BEST NEIGHBORS THERE WAS.
I HAD LIVE ON COSGROVE ST.
I JUST WANT TO SAY, i AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
tom paskiewicz
April 12, 2021
He was always a fine gentleman,rest in peace Tom Paskiewicz, North Billerica
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