Michael Alan Zawacki

Michael Alan Zawacki obituary

Michael Alan Zawacki

Michael Zawacki Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home on Nov. 7, 2025.

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LACONIA ---- Michael Alan Zawacki, 70, of Union Avenue, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at home.

Michael was born on September 4, 1955, in Chelsea, MA, the son of the late Edwin Zawacki and Vivian (Bragg) Zawacki.

Michael worked as a machinist at various locations in New England until 2006, when he retired after being diagnosed with lung cancer. He then pursued higher education and graduated with a bachelor's degree in psychology.

Michael loved being outdoors. He enjoyed hiking, canoeing, fishing, camping, bird watching and taking photos. You could always catch him listening to classic rock, especially Pink Floyd. Michael also loved the New England Patriots. Michael was an active serving AA member for over 34 years. He loved attending meetings and helping others in the group. Michael always wanted to support and see others be successful. Most importantly he loved spending time with his family, especially his daughters and granddaughters.

Michael is survived by his daughters Michelle Zawacki and her partner Daniel, of Methuen, MA, and Jennifer Forgione, of Gloucester, MA; sisters Judith Lover and her husband Richard, and Paula Whitney and her husband Wayne; brothers Edwin "Eddie" Zawacki, Jr., and his wife Linda, Bruce Zawacki and his wife Deborah, and Daniel Zawacki; grandchildren Rosie Vokey and Poppy Vokey; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Michael is predeceased by his sister-in-law Diane Zawacki.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, NH, 03246, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit wilkinsonbeane.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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