1943
2013
Adam Badowski, 70, Machesney Park, passed away on September 18, 2013 in Rockford. He was born on August 6, 1943 in Poland to Antoni and Magdziak (Boleslawa) Badowski. He and his family came to the United States when he was a young child.
He married Judy Buchmann in 1962 and later remarried Deb Schreiber in 1977.
Adam worked for many years as a grocery store manager at A&P Supermarkets, Pic –N-Save and Roundy's. He had a passion for woodworking and was known for his meticulous craftsmanship. He took great pleasure in building things for family and friends.
He is survived by both former wives; Judy and Deb; children, Kathy (Jeff) Beaver and Kristin Zajac; grandchildren Justin Beaver and Ryan Beaver; siblings Ed (Cheryl) Badowski, Barb (Carl) Kappen, Regina Gering and Helen Badowski ; and several nieces and nephews.
Adam is preceded in death by his parents and a brother; John Badowski.
Funeral service will be at 10:00am, Monday, September 23, 2013 at Advantage Funeral and Cremation Services, 7000 W. State Street, Rockford. Reverend Ron Meyer will be officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service at the funeral home. Entombment will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Online condolences can be submitted at www.advantagerockford.com
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September 23, 2013
Chrissy Kirby
Im so sorry for your loss...Adam was a GREAT person and i will miss him dearly...I will never forget him!!! ????
September 23, 2013
Jerry& Anna Struven
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 22, 2013
Tom Van Sickle
I was very sorry to hear of Adams passing. He was a great friend and a true craftsman.
September 22, 2013
Kathy, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
September 21, 2013
Ruth Hughes
And so my best buddy used up his 9th life. I miss miss miss him. So glad to have 17 years of memories and a house full of his craftsmanship. Would love to hear him say "see ya kiddo" one more time. I love you , you stubborn old man!
September 21, 2013
Judy Buchmann-Badowski
Dear Kathy, Justin & Ryan - I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful father and grandfather. He was a wonderful person. We all loved him very much and will miss him dearly. Adam may you now RIP. God has a very Special Angel to now watch over all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you - Mom & Grandma Judy
September 21, 2013
Connie Jakaboski
I am so sorry for the loss of your Father and Grandfather. May you find peace in your wonderful memories with him. Thinking of you all.
September 21, 2013
Judy Johnson
God got a very SPECIAL ANGEL in the passing of Adam. My Daughter and Grandsons lost a wonderful father and grandfather. We all Loved you very much Adam, and you will be missed dearly. May you now RIP. Kathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Before you were even born, you were the daughter he always wanted and so loved all of his life too. You were truly SPECIAL to him always. You were and still are your Dad's little girl. You were his SPECIAL ANGEL in his rough times, especially this past year. I know he is in Heaven now and is and always will be watching over you now. I Love you Kathy, Justin & Ryan -- Mom & Grandma Judy
September 20, 2013
Carol Buchmann Smith
Heaven received a very special Angel this week. Adam I will miss you, my friend, my "Brother" The next time I hear thunder I will think of you building one of your awesome creations for God.
September 20, 2013
Judy Johnson
God got a very Special Angel with the passing of Adam. My daughter Kathy Beaver, and my Grandsons Justin & Ryan Beaver lost a wonderful father and grandfather. We all lost a wonderful person. We Love you very much Adam and will miss you dearly. May you now RIP. You will be in our hearts forever. My thoughts and prayers are with my daughter and family at this time of great sorrow. We will always love you and miss you.
Judy Johnson
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