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Frank Kozacka Obituary
Mr. Kozacka taught biology and coached with the football program at Amesbury High School for 20 years, and then served as the first principal of Exeter AREA Junior High School for 12 years.
The widower of Ann (Varga) Kozacka, who died in 1998, he is survived by one daughter and her husband, Katherine and Fred Emanuel of Stratham; one son, Frank Kozacka of Haines City, Fla.; one grandson and his wife, David and Maria Emanuel of Stratham; one granddaughter and her husband, Sharon and Chris Bland of Stratham; four great-grandsons, Cole and Graham Emanuel and Tyler and Tanner Bland; two brothers and their wives, Fred and Carlene Kozacka of South Hampton, and Robert and Pat Kozacka of Conway; one sister Stella Slemp; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by one sister, Sophie.
WE REMEMBER: He was born April 20, 1915, in Newburyport, Mass., the son of the late Bronislaw and Nellie (Gurak) Kozacka, and was raised in Amesbury, Mass., moving to Exeter in the mid-1960s.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, serving as a pharmacists mate first class aboard the Landing Craft Support Ship 25, in the Pacific theater.
He had a lifelong passion for education and graduated from St. Anselm College. He earned master degrees from Boston University and Syracuse University.
A dedicated public servant, he served his community by dedicating time to numerous groups in Exeter, including the Conservation Commission, Planning Board, and was chairman of the Council on Aging.
He served other groups around the state including the N.H. state Legislature, the N.H. Committee on Aging as appointed by the governor, Rockingham County Meals on Wheels, N.H. Retired Teachers Association, and the N.H. Association of School Principals. He received the United Way Distinguished Service Award and Exeter Citizen of the Year Award.
SERVICES: Calling hours will be held Friday, July 9, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Brewitt Funeral Home, 14 Pine St., Exeter. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 10, at 9 a.m. in St. Michael Church, 9 Lincoln St., Exeter. Burial will follow in Exeter Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Rockingham Nutrition and Meals on Wheels (RNMOW), 106 North Road, Brentwood, NH 03833.
To sign an online guest book, visit www.brewittfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Kozacka
Julie Gilman
July 11, 2010
My sympathies to the Kozacka family on your loss. Mr. Kozacka set a great example of the meaning and rewards of hard work and volunteerism. I will always remember his enthusiasm and smiling face in the corridors of the Junior High.
Sandra Baillargeon-Sheridan
July 9, 2010
Mr Kozacka made a great impression on me in junior high (Exeter). He always had a smile. He will be missed by many, and forgotten by few.
Deepest sympathies
Daniel Dzioba
July 8, 2010
Sending the Kozacka family my sincerest sympathies. I am sorry that I am unable to attend the Sat. service, as I would have liked to meet all of the family members. Robert & Stella attended my fathers funeral. Bronislaw, Franks father, was my fathers godfather.
Daniel B. Dzioba
5 York Court
Ledyard, Ct. 06339
Susanne Lieber
July 8, 2010
So sorry about Mr Kozaka, our prays go out to the family... Don & Susanne ( Theberge) Lieber clases of 60 & 63
Michael J Sherbak II CAPT CEC USN
July 8, 2010
Another member of the Greatest Generation, Mr Kozacka connected with all of us at our level at Exeter AREA Junior High, taught us accountability, the value of learning and involvement in community. He will be remembered fondly for the full life he led. Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate !
Holly (Pettigrew) Furlone
July 7, 2010
Thank you, Mr. Kozacka, for your dedication and commitment to educating our children well. I attended the Exeter area schools from 1986-1998 and was a member of your National Junior Honors Society. Thank you for all that you gave us. We honor you by continuing your work.
With peace, gratitude and respect...
Debra Glass-Rimbaud
July 7, 2010
I was a student at the EAJHS when they opened the doors to the new school in 1967 and remember Mr. Kozacka well. A soft spoken, kind man who had a passion for education and the students had a great respect for him. God Bless.
Bill LeBeau
July 7, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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