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Robert Nalewajek Obituary

Robert A. Nalewajek
July 10, 1940 - January 16, 2025
Robert Nalewajek (Bob), son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, teacher and friend, passed on January 16, 2025.
Bob was born, lived, worked and raised his family in Meriden. He moved to Florida in 2012 with his beloved wife, Maureen, where they enjoyed the warmer weather.
He was born July 10, 1940, to Adeline and Alfred Nalewajek. He attended St. Stanislaus School and graduated from Meriden High School in 1958. Bob graduated from CCSU and later received his master's from Fairfield University. He taught math at Maloney High School for thirty-five years.
Bob married his high school sweetheart, Maureen, in 1962 and together they raised three daughters, Christine, Sue and Debbie. Bob loved playing cards with the guys, fishing and gardening (he was known for his green thumb). His favorite role in life was that as a grandparent. He was lovingly called "Pa" by Matt, Christopher, Ryan, Michael, Erin and Nikki. He loved vacationing in Charlestown, RI, with his family.
From St. Stan's school years, Bob and Dave Kowalski were the best of friends. They spent many good times growing up together and throughout their lives along with their wives.
Bob was predeceased by his parents, Adeline and Alfred Nalewajek, his sister, Patricia Bauman, brother-in-law, Robert Szymaszek Jr., father and mother-in-law, Walter and Nellie Silocka. He is survived by his wife of sixty-three years, Maureen (Silocka) and his daughters, Christine Crandall, Susan McNally (John), Debra Bitinaitis (Randy), sister, Diane Szymaszek, grandchildren, Matthew Crandall (Colleen), Christopher Crandall, Ryan and Michael McNally, Erin (Bitinaitis) Matsuk (Viacheslav), Nicole Bitinaitis, great-grandchild, Miles Matsuk. Also, brothers-in-law, John Bauman, Tom Silocka (Marilyn), sister-in-law, Diane Rhodes (Hal), and nieces and nephew.
Services will be private. If you knew Bob, please take a moment to remember him and know that to those who loved him "He was the best." Do a small act of kindness for someone in his memory.

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Published by The Record-Journal on Jan. 23, 2025.

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Jennifer Graham ( Jurek)

February 1, 2025

Very sad to read this. Mr Nalewajek was a great teacher. My condolences to his entire family. May he RIP

Art Santopietro

January 29, 2025

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Bob. He was a quiet man with a kind soul. We taught together at MHS for 29 of his 35 years. I started out teaching math for a few years and Bob was an unofficial mentor to me. Bob was so easy to approach and so willing to offer help. Mr. Nalewajek your family was lucky to have you as a member. Rest in peace my friend, rest in peace!

Susan Pickett Kyhn

January 29, 2025

To Mrs Nalewajek Chris, Sue and Debbie and family. I am saddened to see this news of Mr Nalewajek´s passing. I remember hanging out with Chris while growing up and Mr. N being a kind and gentle man for a dad with 3 daughters! You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Cora Sciarra

January 28, 2025

So sad for the family for the loss of my favorite homeroom teacher. He will certainly be missed by many! I was deathly shy, and Mr. Nalewajek was always so kind and understanding, treating me with respect. He was a quiet man that must have understood mine. I remember once something happened and he offered words of encouragement to me that were so greatly appreciated. I see why you want others to offer acts of kindness in his memory. He was a kind, gentle man! I honestly thought about him often though the years. May the Lord be with you all at such a difficult time. I pray the wonderful memories of a special loved one who had to touch so many lives will fill you all with peace. May you be blessed with God's peace that surpasses all understanding!

Valerie Wigglesworth

January 28, 2025

Dear Maureen and family,
I am saddened to hear of Bob´s death. I remember him so well from Maloney as a kind, quiet man who had so much knowledge. He was everyone´s go-to expert on all kinds of gardening issues. I remember his passion for African violets (which I never was able to keep alive).
He was a good man who touched the lives of so many. I wish his family peace.

Ted Zajac

January 27, 2025

We were school chum´s together walking 1 mile to St. Stan´s almost every day from grade 1 thru 8. A lot to talk about, great personality, and pal. My condolences to his family.

Judith & Armand D´Amico

January 24, 2025

Dear Maureen and family, so sorry to read about Bob. We haven´t seen you in so many years and didn´t realize you moved to Florida. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Judy and Armand D´Amico

Maureen & Frank Maniscalco

January 24, 2025

Love and Prayers Maureen and Family So very sad to read this.
Love Maureen & Frank Maniscalco xoxo

Mike Ferry

January 24, 2025

My sympathies extend to Diane and the entire Nalewajek family. I vividly remember Mr. Nalewajek as an outstanding math teacher at Maloney high school, and in addition a wonderful, kind and compassionate educator.
Admired and respected by all students, faculty and staff at Maloney.

Edward Soboleski

January 24, 2025

I remember Bob (and also David) from our years at St. Stanislaus School and years after. Bob was a quality guy and I extend my sympathy to his family.

Thomas Simmons

January 24, 2025

Maureen Christine Sue and Debbie my condolences your dad was a great guy always made me laugh my heart is with you at this sad time

Beverly Wysocki-Veronick

January 23, 2025

Our sympathies to Diane and the Nalewajek family. Mr. Nalewajek was my Algebra II teacher at MHS in 1972. He was a very pleasant man with a fun sense of humor. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Beverly & Dan

Dave Finnance

January 23, 2025

To Bob's entire Family: I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I worked with Bob many years ago and enjoyed that experience, immensely. My thoughts and prayers are with You at this time.

Joe Zemetis

January 23, 2025

Condolences to Diane and the entire Nalewajek family on your loss. I remember Bob as my study hall monitor one year at Maloney and recall him as a kind and friendly teacher. I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him.

PAUL GALLO

January 23, 2025

PAUL GALLO

January 23, 2025

I had Mr. Nalewajek for Algebra 1 and 2, using the overhead projector to teach daily lessons. He frequently mentioned the "Guzinta Tables." That was his humorous reference to division-- 7 goes into 21 = 3 ... or... 4 goes into 32 = 8. He also ran the Maloney Rifle Club.

Kathi Hall

January 23, 2025

Debbie and Randy - Sincere Condolences

Linda Rutledge-Conchado

January 23, 2025

Rest in peace Bob. Prayers and hugs to the family

David Grodzicki

January 23, 2025

My sympathy and condolences to Diane and the Nalewajek family.
During my school years at Maloney Class of 67 I did not have Mr. Nalewojek as a teacher, I did have him as a basketball coach my freshman year at Maloney.

Jennifer Wanderman

January 22, 2025

I will always remember my second dad making pickled eggs and vegetables and spending hours in his beautiful garden. He was always tinkering with something. He was one of the kindest men I knew. I´m lucky to have had him in my life. All my sympathies and love go to the family and friends who will miss him so dearly.

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