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Edward Sosnowski Obituary
Wilmington - Edward E. "Butch" Sosnowski, 85, of Wilmington, DE. passed away peacefully on Tuesday July 13, 2021
under the loving care of Seasons Hospice at Wilmington Hospital. Butch was born January 3, 1936 son of the late Walter F. and Genevieve (Balcerski) Sosnowski. He graduated from Wilmington High School. He was a sergeant in the United States Marine Corp. from 1953-1956. He attended Armstrong School of Flooring and Goldey-Beacom College. He was a Firefighter for the City of Wilmington for 23 years. He was a substitute teacher for the NCC Vo-Tech School District. Butch was an avid fisherman and woodworker. He was a devout Catholic and long time parishioner at St. Elizabeth Church. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was predeceased by his daughter Nancy C. Sosnowski, and his sister Christine Sosnowski. He is survived by his wife of 63 years Marie A. (Payne) Sosnowski, his children Maryann Sosnowski Johnston (Chris), Edward M. "Eddie", Susan M. Norvell (Mike), his grandchildren Paige E. Kafantaris (James), Jack D. Press and Brogan E. Press, his great-granddaughter Alexa Kafantaris, and by his brother, Walter "Sosie" Sosnowski. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at St.Thomas the Apostle Church, 301 N. Bancroft Parkway, Wilmington, DE. 19805 on Tuesday July 20, 2021 at 12:30 pm, Burial will follow Mass in the Cathedral Cemetery. Visitation will be held privately. Kindly omit flowers, donations in memory of Butch can be sent to St. Elizabeth Church 809 S. Broom St., Wilmington, De 19805, or to the Oblates Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 87 Childs, MD 21916
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Darcy Burbage
July 21, 2021
Dear Marie, Maryann & families,
I'm so sorry for your loss, I remember Mr Sosnowski's big smile, great sense of humor and love for all of you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending virtual hugs, Darcy Burbage
Ducky Travers
July 21, 2021
Butch was one of the good guys it was a pleasure knowing and working with him on the WFD RIP
Phyllis Carucci
July 20, 2021
Marie and family, so sorry to hear of Butch's passing. He's in the arms of the Lord Safely Home.
Phyllis Carucci
July 20, 2021
Marie and family, so sorry to hear of Butch's passing. He's now in the arms of the Lord--Safely Home.
Marianne and Joe Murch
July 20, 2021
We are very sorry to hear about your loss.
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Bud & Donna Turner
July 19, 2021
Marie & Eddie I am so very sorry to hear about Butch. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
ElaineJakotowicz
July 19, 2021
Marie, I am sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Terry and Ann patton
July 19, 2021
Thoughts and prayers with you.
Helen & Milt Zankowsky (Fran's Sister)
July 18, 2021
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
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