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David Gawlak Obituary
Born in Meriden on Nov. 20, 1958, he was the son of the late Leo and Theresa (LeTourneau) Gawlak. He was a lifelong Meriden resident and had attended local schools. Mr. Gawlak worked most of his life in the graphic arts and printing industries. He attended Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. He was an avid drummer and a hobbyist inventor, and above all, a loving father and friend.
Mr. Gawlak is survived by one daughter, Melanie A. Gawlak; one son, Thomas A. Gawlak; one sister, Susan Gawlak and her husband, Frank Savona; one brother, Michael Gawlak; and many cherished lifelong friends, with whom he shared many beautiful memories. He was predeceased by a sister, Cynthia Gawlak.
The funeral will be held on Monday, May 8, at 9:15 a.m. from the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main St., Meriden and at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church for a Mass of Christian burial. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday, May 7, from 2 to 5 p.m. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to Connecticut Children's Medical Center Foundation, 282 Washington St., Hartford, CT 06106. For online condolences please visit www.jferryfh.com.
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Alphonso
May 8, 2017
To the family of David B. Gawlak, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40. Matthew 5:5.
Melissa Hyde
May 8, 2017
So sorry to read of Dave's passing. I remember him as a fun, light-hearted spirit, quick with a smile and laugh. Comfort to the family at this difficult time.
Georgine Clark
May 7, 2017
Dear David, for the past 50 years we have been friends. Vasa Park, concerts, bon fires bbq's,Salmon River, music clubs, your house , our house , the memories of you are in our heads everywhere. Our tears seem never ending now . You are one of our best friends and now we are lost without you. The memories will never fade . Your loyalty and easy going nature made it easy to be friends all these years .
Rest In Peace best friend and dreamer,
love and friendship never ends, George and Tom
Dee and Dave Griser
May 7, 2017
Dear Melanie & Tommy,
Our hearts break for losing a great friend. Please know that your dad was so proud of both of you. His face and eyes lit up when he spoke of either of you. When you look up to the stars, he will be the brightest one up there and he will live in your hearts forever. We are so deeply sorry for your dad's passing. God bless you.
Phyllis Pekari
May 5, 2017
So very sorry to hear of the passing of David.....Condolences to your entire family. Cynthia, Michael, Susan and David are my cousins.
Edward Gawlak
May 5, 2017
So sorry to hear about David's passing. Our prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.
Edward Gawlak and Daughter's Diane and Lynda in Sarasota Florida
May 5, 2017
Sorry to hear about David. Our prayers go out to his family. David is one of our cousins from the GAWLAK family.
KELLEY
May 5, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING THE FAMILY A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Lucy Beaudry
May 4, 2017
My heart goes out to your friends and family. I've. been a long time friend of Dave my heart aches my friend at the young young age of 58.
Dave and I had great times together laughter our talks good or bad. I will miss him and his smile.
RIP MY FRIEND
I WILL CHERISH OUR MEMORIES FOREVER. LOVE LUCY BEAUDRY
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