CORNELL BOZEK

1929 - 2022

Cornell R. Bozek  (Age 92)  
Of Williamsburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 22, 2022 surrounded by family. Dick was born in New York on October 2, 1929, the eldest of four children to Cornell and Marie Bozek. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Joan, and their son, Richard (Alyssa), and grandchildren, Justyn and Nicole. He also is survived by his siblings, Delores Culen (Albert), Martin Bozek (Jean), and Ron Bozek (Pam) and their families. Additionally, he is survived by caring nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends.Dick started his professional career in 1946 with Edison Electric Institute as a mailroom clerk and retired in 1992 as Senior Vice President, Administration and Treasurer. He was especially proud of designing and implementing a benefits program considered among the best of trade associations in the Washington, DC area. He cared deeply about providing for EEI employees and retirees. Dick also was extremely proud of being the founding treasurer for the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and having negotiated and signed the 99-year lease for EPRI's Headquarters in Palo Alto, CA. Dick also served the electric industry in other capacities such as participating in the 12th Congress of the World Energy Conference organized under then U.S. Secretary of Energy Don Hodel.In retirement, Dick discovered the game of golf, even achieving the elusive hole-in-one and enjoyed his lifelong woodworking hobby of building practical items and lovely artistic pieces. Dick also was an avid reader, devouring all sorts of books, especially those recommended by his daughter-in-law, Alyssa.In addition to his professional achievements, Dick was an unwavering loving spouse, father and grandfather, supporting his wife, son and grandchildren in every way possible for his entire life. His kindness, wisdom, encouragement, instruction, support, friendship and love toward his family, friends and community were felt by all he served throughout his lifetime. He will be missed but his presence will be cherished forever.Dick did not want a memorial service. If family and friends desire, a donation in his name can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or by calling 800-822-6344. Online condolences may be shared at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/williamsburg-va/cornell-bozek-10544646.