MARK C. KOWALCZYK

MARK C. KOWALCZYK obituary, New York Mills, NY

MARK C. KOWALCZYK

MARK KOWALCZYK Obituary

Published by Kowalczyk Funeral Home - Utica on Oct. 2, 2019.
MARK C. KOWALCZYK of New York Mills, NY died October 2, 2019 at the age of 54. A licensed New York State funeral director, he began his career in funeral service with the J. S. Waterman Funeral Homes in Boston, MA and the Griswold Funeral Homes in Schenectady, NY. He later joined his father in the operation of Kowalczyk Funeral Homes, Inc in Utica and New York Mills, where he served as vice president and co-owner. He received his degree in funeral service from the New England Institute of Arts and Sciences in 1987 and was a member of the National Funeral Directors Association and the Tri-County Funeral Directors Association, where he was instrumental in their annual golf outing fundraiser for many years. Kowalczyk served on the board of directors for the New York State Funeral Directors Association from 1995-2004, was vice president and served two consecutive terms as president.

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September 29, 2024

Christine M Kisiel posted to the memorial.

November 4, 2019

Steve Alvermann posted to the memorial.

October 10, 2019

Ellen Lewicki posted to the memorial.

Christine M Kisiel

September 29, 2024

I can't believe it's been 5 years. I still think of you often.

Steve Alvermann

November 4, 2019

To the Kowalczyk family,

As an old high school friend of Mark's, I'm so sorry for your loss. I moved to Clinton for my senior year of HS and Mark welcomed me with open arms. Some of my best memories from HS (including a blind date I set him up on with my cousin!) involved Mark. He was a light we were all attracted to and I will never forget him.

Ellen Lewicki

October 10, 2019

To the Kowalczyk Family - please accept my deepest sympathy at the untimely passing of Mark- I had such fond memories of Mark as a young man riding in his convertible with his pet lab sitting on the front seat enjoying the country air- mark will be missed
Fondly Ellen Lewickii

October 9, 2019

I can't believe it....I had no idea until today. My heart hurts for his friends and family

October 9, 2019

Dear Joe, Cindy and family,
We are deeply saddened with the death of Mark.
God must have a special need for him, to take him so young. Maybe God has him helping comfort those who come to heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
George and Anne Gennings

October 7, 2019

I am sorry to hear Mark has passed. He was a great guy. May he rest in peace.
Michele Baranowski

Ted McCarthy

October 7, 2019

To the Kowalczyk family,
I'm sorry for the loss of your son/father/ brother. Mark was a friendly and funny guy. Sorry I couldn't make the wake as I had to tend to my job. This is a shocker, no doubt.

October 7, 2019

To Joe & The Entire Kowalczyk Family

I'm truly sorry to hear of Mark's sudden passing.
Mark was there for my family helping us through many family losses. His passing is such a loss for the entire community,but also a great loss for the Polish Community,too.
May you find comfort in knowing Mark is in God's hand's now.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Diane (Dobrodziej) Phelan

Mary Ellen Andreski

October 7, 2019

Gone too soon Mark. Always greeted me with a smile. Great friend to our family. Rest in Peace. You will be missed by an entire community.

Lori Griffin

October 7, 2019

I'm so sorry to hear of Marks sudden passing. My condolences go out to his entire family He will truly be missed.

Rob Sullivan

October 7, 2019

I'm saddened to hear of the passing of my old friend. Mark helped my family through several family bereavements with compassion, grace and dignity. He was the definition of an old school gentleman. I remember good times as well at the old K of C and Tiny's! Mark supported our neighborhood and was a true friend to all those he knew. He will be missed.

John Kelly

October 7, 2019

Joe and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May God Bless and be with you.

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Joanne Zeglin

October 7, 2019

I am very saddened about the passing of Mark.
Such a good guy, kind, professional and funny. He was so helpful to me and my family during the loss of loved ones.
Gone way too soon. Rest in peace my friend.
My deepest sympathies to all of Mark's family and co-workers.
A big loss to our community.

John Brown

October 7, 2019

My heartfelt sympathies as I know an entire community that knew Mark
joins me in mourning the loss of this wonderful guy. His even and kind personality has helped so many through traumatic losses.. His assistance to me in the past was not only professional but comforting.
May his memory be eternal.

Robert Nowak

October 7, 2019

To Joe and the entire Kowalczyk family:

Deeply saddened to hear of Mark's sudden passing. A true gentleman and professional. He made every funeral and calling hours a very dignified and blessed occasion.

Keeping your entire family in my thoughts and prayers. May God provide you with strength and comfort in these difficult times.

October 6, 2019

Condolences to the family during this difficult time. Sending prayers and comforting thoughts to you all. Mark is no longer suffering. Marie and Jackson

Michael Rhoney

October 6, 2019

My condolences to Joe and the family, I have many great memories and stories of times that we both served together as officers of the NYSFDA. He will surely be missed by everyone who has ever been in his presence.

Ed & Cathie Maziarz & Family

October 6, 2019

Remembering Mark as an honest and sincere gentleman. Our condolences to his entire family.

Butch Waszkiewicz

October 6, 2019

Joe and family,a real shock.Condolences.Sympathies.Butch Waszkiewicz

Jim & Norma Gemza

October 6, 2019

Sorry for loss to family. In Scotland & Ireland on trip.

Christine Kisiel

October 6, 2019

Mark and I became locker neighbors when he came to Clinton school. He was always so friendly and had a great smile. As a funeral director, he was terrific. Being Polish myself, we used his services. So professional and always had a big smile and a hug for me whenever I entered the funeral home. He's gone too soon and will be missed. God bless you and your family.

October 6, 2019

While I did not now Mark personally, I was saddened to his familiar face in the obituaries. He was always friendly, kind, and
solicitous in his professional duties, the many times I attended wakes at the Kolwalczyk
Funeral Homes.
I'm sure his untimely passing is a shock to his family; my condolence to you all.
He will be missed as well by the community he served. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

John Scala

October 6, 2019

Joe and family. Please accept my sincere condolences. I am very sorry for your loss.

Laurie Drejza Dobrodziej

October 5, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with your family with Mark passing from this world. His spirit will guide you all!

Francine Sansone

October 5, 2019

Very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

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November 4, 2019

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