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Eugene Kozash Obituary
Easthampton, MA - Eugene R. Kozash, age 84, passed away in Cooley Dickinson Hospital on January 3, 2025. He was born in Northampton, MA on January 28, 1940, the son of Edward and Agnes L. (Gnatek) Kozash. Eugene attended public schools in Northampton and graduated from NHS. He entered the Navy right after and served on two submarines- the Barbel, then the Diablo.
Following service duties, he joined his brother, Edward, in his Heating Business in Northampton. After some years, Gene branched out to other Heating and Plumbing Companies in the area. During his working years, he achieved five licenses starting with Oil Burner, Journeyman Gasfitter, Refrigeration Technician, Sprinkler Fitter, and lastly Master Gasfitter. He retired from the business in 2006.
Gene met and married Barbara Dodge (Bobbie) in 1981 and made their home in Easthampton since 1983. Together they have enjoyed extensive travels to South America, Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Belgium, Holland, and the United States. They also enjoyed camping adventures for many years. During these vacations, Gene has done Ziplining, Parasailing, Skydiving, Scuba diving and many Horsebacks rides on the beaches. In winter months he enjoyed Down-Hill Skiing in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts.
He was very creative in building many birdhouses for home, planter carts, fences, etc. This will be missed greatly.
He is survived by his wife Barbara (Bobbie). He was predeceased by a brother Edward.
Eugene will be buried in Agawam Veterans Cemetery with Military Honors January 16th. at 2. 00pm. The family will receive friends at the Mitchell Funeral Home January 16th from 11 a.m. to 1.00p.m.
Memorial Contributions in Eugene's memory may be made to: Dakin Humane Society.
The Mitchell Funeral Home www.mitchellcofuneralhome.com
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Joyce A. Leamy
January 26, 2025
Barb . . .
My dear friend , , , from our work days/years at SCSSW and just keeping in touch.
While looking for an update of an old school friend (at Hamp High), I happened upon this notice about your dear husband, Gene's passing. Please know that although we are miles apart, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I was honored, my dear, to have been in your wedding party when the two of you married in 1981 -- gosh, it seems like only yesterday. But I do know the two of you truly enjoyed your comfortable home, pets and the many, many wonderful travels through the years. Oh, so many fond memories for you to hold in your heart -- always!
May you be comforted now knowing that Gene's loving arms will be around you always.
God bless you, my dear friend . . . love, joyce
Lyla and Cecil Gobin
January 16, 2025
Dear Friend - Bobbie
Hearing of Gene´s passing was very sad to Cecil and I. We express our sincere condolences to you, our dear friend. Gene was a really pleasant and jovial individual who we were lucky to have had the opportunity to know for 13 years and we will always remember all the funny stories he told us when we meet on our vacations. Even though he is gone, we can still hear him say when we go on vacation "SALUTE". May his memories and all the wonderful times you both spent together give you peace and comfort and may his soul rest in peace. Bobbie, Cecil and I will continue to keep in touch with you.
With caring thoughts, prayers and love.
Lyla and Cecil
Kathleen Gauger
January 14, 2025
Dear Bobbie: I am so very sorry to hear about Gene's passing. Please accept my since condolences. We think of you often.
Shirley Williams
January 14, 2025
Barbara
What a shock I got this morning when I opened the Gazette.
Bof and I are so sorry, Gene was a great guy. I know your filling overwhelmed with this but know Gene would not want you to grieve only enjoy all the good times the two of you had together.
Gene your work on earth is done - go rest high on that mountain.
our prayers are with Bobbie.
Blessed
Bob & Shirley
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