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John Plawski Obituary
AGE: 88 • Brick
John P. Plawski, age 88, of Brick, passed away surrounded by his family on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at home. Born in Washington, NJ, he lived in Toms River prior to moving to Brick in 1989. He worked in the Maintenance Department of the New Jersey Turnpike Authority before his retirement. He served in the United States Army during World War II. John was a member of the Irvington VFW and the Point Pleasant Beach Elks.
John is survived by his wife Dolores (Mihovich) Plawski of Brick; two sons John P. Plawski Jr of Brick and Scott Plawski of Florida; two daughters Michelle (Plawski) DeMartino of Florida and Donna Plawski of Brick; and three grandchildren Ashley and John Jaspan and Ryan Carr.
Colonial Funeral Home, Brick, was in charge of arrangements.
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Brenda & Pete Furmato
March 19, 2024
Seven years gone by and you are still missed by family & friends. Lots of changes made, your love of your life, Dee, is now living in Florida, your son Johnny and daughter Michelle are taking good care of her.
BRENDA FURMATO
March 18, 2022
Hard to believe the 5 year anniversary is near. I speak to his wife, Dolores (Dee) and his granddaughter, Michelle who now reside in the state of Florida, not too far from where we live. We will always remember him.
Pete & Brenda Furmato
April 2, 2017
Our sincere condolences for the Plawski famiy for their loss of John...Long time friend of ours...John was a humble man...quiet and he loved his family...especially his Dee....his wife.
He is in a better place now and he died peacefully as he lived...
Ron Brooks
March 27, 2017
Sending prayers for the entire family during this very difficult time.
Roseann Natale-Krueger
March 26, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Plawski Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Always remember Pop will always watch over you from above, as he did here on earth.
RIP Pop.
Chris Neff
March 25, 2017
R.i.p. John plawski!
Gaye Mihovich
March 25, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Plawski Family. Heaven has gained an angel and he shall watch over you.
With Love. The Mihovich Girls. Tara, Kasey ,Carly and Gaye.
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