Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Stephen Pulaski Obituary
Alexandria, VA - On Thursday, December 10, 2015, of Alexandria, VA
Stephen Pulaski was born May 15, 1940 in Worcester, MA to Stephen John Pulaski and Josephine R. (Los) Pulaski. Husband to life-long friend Valerie A. Karolkiewicz, also of Worcester. He is survived by his daughter Lisa Valeria Pulaski, son Stephen John (Michelle) Pulaski, III, and two grandchildren, Grayson John Pulaski and Peyton Brooke Pulaski, who reside in Virginia.
He was a graduate of Classical High School and Worcester Junior College in Worcester, MA, George Washington University in Washington, D.C. and received his Master's degree from Antioch College and attended Layola University extension course in Mexico.
His career began by proudly serving as one of the original Peace Corp volunteers and honorably continued service to his country as a Foreign Service Officer for the U.S. Department of State for 34 years. During which time he found fulfillment in representing the United States Government overseas in its social and civic development efforts. While serving abroad he found time to grow his family and provide them with the experiences of living and traveling around the world. His family warmly followed him as they resided in Guatemala, El Salvador, Nepal, Italy and Panama as well as visiting countless other countries. After a long and rewarding career, he retired and settled in Alexandria, VA with ambitions to travel and provide for his family.
He was a gentle, generous and devoted family man always eager to help a friend or family in need. Stephen Pulaski, was and will, continue to be a role model for all who knew him.
A memorial service will be held at Jefferson Funeral Chapel, 5755 Castlewellan Dr., Alexandria, VA on January 9 at 11 a.m.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Pulaski
6 Entries
Halina Slowik
December 27, 2015
To Lisa and Stephen-
Condolences in the loss of your dad and and mother Valerie. My family was close friends of your grandparents in Worcester and the
Karolkiewicz family. I remember as a young girl your mother who was a strong and independent women, and the time she met and courted your dad.
Mary Kritz
December 23, 2015
Because Steve and I were in the same Peace Corps group, we trained together in Puerto Rico (Rio Piedras and San Juan) before starting our work in the Dominican Republic. After the Peace Corps I only saw Steve a couple of times at PC reunions but always considered him part of my circle of friends. May your family be comforted by knowing how many people's lives he touched over the course of his distinguished international career.
December 22, 2015
Steve and I worked together in the early years of Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic and then later on with USAID. Steve was not just a colleague but a good friend. He was a kind and generous person, loath to offend, anxious to please. He loved his family dearly. Lisa, Stephen, do not say your Dad is dead he is just away!He has wandered into an unknown land and left us dreaming how very fair it must be since he lingers there. So think of him faring on as dear in the love of There as the love of Here. Think of him still as the same and say, he is not dead, he is just away
December 21, 2015
We are sorry to learn of the passing of Stephen, but grateful for her service to our nation with the Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic.
Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association
Jane Cormier
December 19, 2015
I hope Lisa, Stephen and the family will find comfort & strength during this time of sadness. I will always miss my gentle cousin Stasiu.
Joan Johnson
December 19, 2015
Steve was a fellow co-worker when he served as desk office for Madagascar during my tenure at post. He was a kind and loving person. May he rest in Peace with his beloved who passed on earlier.
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Stephen Pulaski's name
Memorial Events
for Stephen Pulaski
Funeral services provided by:
Jefferson Funeral Chapel - Alexandria5755 Castlewellan Dr., Alexandria, VA 22315
How to support Stephen's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Stephen Pulaski's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
