Stephen M. Kozarek

Stephen M. Kozarek obituary, Hillside, NJ

Stephen M. Kozarek

Stephen Kozarek Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Legacy Growney Funeral Home on Oct. 30, 2025.

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Stephen M. Kozarek, 76, of Roselle, NJ, passed away on October 17, 2025, after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen Sr. and Frances Kozarek, and is survived by his brother, John Kozarek.
Stephen was a proud graduate of Hillside High School, where he excelled as a football player and wrestler. He also enjoyed playing baseball in the Babe Ruth League. Continuing his education, Stephen earned his degree from Kean University and was an active member of the Nu Sigma Phi fraternity.
Dedicated to shaping young minds, Stephen served as a teacher in the Newark school system, leaving a lasting impact on countless students throughout his career.
Stephen will be remembered for his commitment to education, his love of sports, and the warmth he shared with family and friends. Stephen's spirit touched everyone who knew him, and he will be deeply missed.
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John Kozarek

October 31, 2025

Love you Steve. You´ll be surely missed. Your brother John.

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