William Edwin Kornowski

William Edwin Kornowski obituary, Alpena, MI

William Edwin Kornowski

William Kornowski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bannan Funeral Home - Alpena on Aug. 17, 2025.

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William Edwin Kornowski, 82, of Alpena passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family.

William was born on March 31, 1943, in Alpena to the late Cashmere and Marion (Gezequel) Kornowski. He worked for the public school in Flat Rock, until his retirement. Bill was an avid Detroit sport team's fan, especially the Tigers and Lions. Bill will be remembered for his friendly manners, kindness, smile and his knowledge of baseball facts.

Surviving are nieces and nephews, David (Juanita) Lapczynski, Mary Muszynski, James (Renee) Lapczynski, Debora Suszek, Judy Lapczynski, Michael Lapczynski, Nina TheGreat, Billy Chase; 13 great nieces and nephews; and 17 great-great nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his five siblings, Francis Kornowski, Pearl Soltysiak, Catherine Chase, John Kornowski, Cashmere Kornowski; great-great niece, Elora Haigh and his coffee buddy Kim Muszynski.

Memorial visitation will take place Friday, August 22, 2025, at the Bannan Funeral Home from 1:30 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 3 p.m. with Deacon Michael Roy officiating.

Inurnment: Holy Cross Cemetery

Memorials: All Saints of Alpena or Hospice of Michigan

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