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Edward Szlachetka Obituary
1937 - 2024
Palmer
Edward Szlachetka passed away suddenly on October 25, 2024. Born December 3, 1937 to Joseph and Mary (Kurasz) Szlachetka. He is predeceased by his siblings Stanley (Dora) Jaworski, Viola Jaworski, Bertha (John) Barnish, Jennie (Henry) Prasol, Sophie (Leo) White, Rose (Edward) Prasol, Jane (Herbert) Hayde.
He leaves his wife of 62 years Eleanor (Plumley) Szlachetka, son Peter (Colleen) Szlachetka, daughter Sandra (Victor) Szlachetka, granddaughter Nicole llsie, great granddaughter Alaina, grandson Christian Szlachetka and many nieces and nephews and dear cousins.
Eddie worked at Zero Manufacturing for many years as a tool and die maker. He also ran a small engine repair business where he required customers to listen to his political views.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 4-6 pm at Lombard Funeral Home 3 Bridge St. Monson MA. Funeral services will begin at Lombard Funeral Home at 9:45 am November 8, 2024 with a procession to St. Thomas Church, 1076 Thorndike St in Palmer for an 11 o'clock Funeral Mass. Burial will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation, 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse, SD 57730-8900 or Gun Owners Action League, 287 Turnpike Rd, Suite 115, Westborough, MA 01581. For on-line condolences please visit www.lombardfuneralhome.com.
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Jane Lewis
November 8, 2024
Mrs. Szlachetka, Peter and Sandy... We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Perhaps they are not just stars in the sky, but rather smiles of loved ones gone before us. God Bless You All... Normand & Gail Charpentier and Jane & Ryan Lewis
John DiNuovo
November 7, 2024
Elenor, I am really sorry for your loss.
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