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Walter Polanski Obituary

WALLINGFORD - Walter F. Polanski, 104, of Wallingford, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. He was the loving husband of the late Alice Matyas Polanski.

Walter was born in Wallingford, Feb. 14, 1913, a son of the late John and Margaret (Uriga) Polanski. He was a lifelong resident of Wallingford and worked as a foreman at many different silver companies in the area. He was a communicant of the Church of the Resurrection.

Walter is survived by son, Kenneth Polanski, of Wallingford; grandson, Marc Polanski; great-grandson, Riley Polanski; and great-granddaughter, Alana Polanski. He was predeceased by son, Robert (Seth) Polanski; sister, Josephine Service; and brother, Henry Polanski.

A graveside service was held at the In Memoriam Cemetery in Wallingford. If friends so desire, gifts in his memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. The B.C. Bailey Funeral Home of Wallingford has been entrusted with the arrangements. To leave a message of remembrance, please visit www.BaileyCares.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Record-Journal on Apr. 30, 2017.

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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

Dave Farrell

May 4, 2017

I am deeply saddened by your passing, Walt, RIP. I will cherish the photos I have of you, Alice, Kenny and I in your back yard. RIP old friend.

Bill Soboslai

April 30, 2017

Hi Kenny. So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. There is always a special memory in my heart for your family as we all grew up together on Tremper Drive. Take care, Bill Soboslai

Al Kennedy

April 30, 2017

Kenny so sorry for your loss

April 28, 2017

My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there is a hope for our love ones lost in death can be reassuring

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