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Stephen Bardowski Obituary

STEPHEN Z. BARDOWSKI ENOLA, PA Stephen Z. Bardowski, 66, of Enola, PA, passed away Friday, June 2, 2017, at Carlisle Regional Medical Center. Born June 24, 1950, in Gary, IN, Steve was son of the late Zenon and Marilyn Rae (Badanish) Bardowski. Mr. Bardowski was a U.S. Army veteran having served during the Vietnam War as a Captain. He was a graduate of Andrean High School, Class of '68; The Citadel, Class of '72; and earned his Master's Degree from George Washington University. Steve was retired as an Educational Specialist for the U.S. Navy as a civilian employee in Mechanicsburg, PA. He was a life member of Carlisle Fish & Game, National Rifle Association, and the VFW. He was an enthusiast of open wheel Indy racing cars, military history, and the Chicago Bears and he loved dogs. No formal services will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to your local Humane Society or animal shelter or the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Pennsylvania, Inc.
Published by The Times on Jun. 27, 2017.

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Susan Gray

June 29, 2024

Still hold you in my heart. I've been going through totes full of memories - notes, cards, photos. I've picked out my cherished bits of Steve and have transferred them into keepsake photo albums. You are my forever "Teddy". CHARGE!

Susan Gray

June 21, 2022

Pooh - You are remembered most fondly and missed in my soul, but never out of my heart.
- Your forever Piglett.

Susan Gray

June 23, 2021

Still remember Steve & his parents. Times with hem were some of my best of times. Hugs "Teddy".

Susan Gray

July 5, 2019

Our friendship began in grade school - our families were friends. He will be my forever "Teddy Roosevelt" (CHARGE!!!). I adored his parents and Archie. What fun we had terrorizing people as we drove around - top down - with Archie in the back! I miss not only Steve, I miss his parents. Spiritual hugs to the B-trio. My heart is always happy and uplifted when I think of you.

Susan Gray

May 5, 2018

The saddest of news but the happiest of memories. Sorry I'm hearing of this only now. We had many good times together, his Senior Prom at Andrean being one of them. A good and close friend for many years to many people. He cherished his parents and I'm so thankful we became friends through our parents' friendship. I only wish I could give him one more hug.

Robert Ehrsam

June 28, 2017

I have many fond memories of Steve going back to St. Mark Grade School and Andrean H.S. in Gary. My prayers are with him. May he rest in peace.

Dee Enrico-Janik

June 27, 2017

Requiescat in pace Thanks for having our backs during your service to this country

You and Jimmy Frank are going to be rockin' the heavenly halls☺

Irene Vara Pohlman

June 27, 2017

May his soul Rest In Peace. Your sense of humor brighten our class of '68. Steven will be remembered for his many years of service to our country,

Paul Alan

June 27, 2017

I thank and remember Stephen Z. Bardowski, a U.S. Army Veteran for his service to his country during the Vietnam War when America and Freedom needed him. America, the Land of the Free...BECAUSE of the Brave!

stasia wefler

June 27, 2017

Will always have the best happy memories of Steve . Always fun to be around and always so nice and respectful of everyone. So glad to have him in my life and memories. Rest in Peace friend. You are in my prayers.

June 27, 2017

Mr. Bardowski will always be considered a HERO for serving our country during a time when fighting for freedom was essential. Thank you Sir and May God hold you in the palm of his hands. Rest in Peace.

Colby Montgomery (Nam 68-70)

June 27, 2017

Thank You for your Combat service for
our Country. Hoping you didn't sustain
injuries or inflections. Bless You
Donation: VFW will be forwarded.

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