Kathryn Marie Kowalski

Kathryn Marie Kowalski obituary, Merritt Island, FL

Kathryn Marie Kowalski

Kathryn Kowalski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Island Cremations and Funeral Home on Oct. 21, 2025.

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Share your Memorial with Family & FriendsKathryn Robbs Kowalski, 93, of Indialantic, Florida, and more recently a resident of Buena Vida in Melbourne, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025.Kathryn was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was married to her devoted husband, Gerald "Jerry" Kowalski, for 62 years until his passing.She is survived by her three children: Gregg Kowalski (Cathy) of Melbourne, FL; Kay Raymond of Newark, DE, and Paul Kowalski (Maribeth) of Beaufort, SC. She also leaves behind her grandchildren: Laura (Ryan), John, Ryan, and Anne, as well as cherished great-grandchildren Hobie, Beckett, and Selah.
In addition to her husband, Kathryn was preceded in death by her sister, Delores, and her son-in-law, Jim Raymond.She earned her nursing degree from Washington University and began her nursing career in St. Louis. Kathryn was an active and engaged member of her community. She was a member of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, participated in the League of Women Voters, and enjoyed many years as a member of the Melbourne Yacht Club. She found joy in volunteering with several local organizations, to include serving on committees with the City of Indialantic and Brevard County and remained committed to service throughout her life.

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