BORN

1947

DIED

2017

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Grand Rapids, Michigan

Gerard Pawloski Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 11, 2017.

Gerard Leo Pawloski, passed away on August 9, 2017. Jerry was the second oldest of seven children born to the late, Adam and Irene Pawloski. He is also preceded in death by his brother, David. Jerry was the epitome of class. After earning two Masters Degrees, one in Business Administration and the other in Mechanical Engineering, Jerry resided in Michigan. He was a proud MSU alumni. He was always cheerful, polite and enjoyed a good cup of coffee. His surviving siblings are; Steve, Bob (Beth), James, Barb (Bill) and Mary (Rob); many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; and special fondness for Bert and Josh. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place.

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August 21, 2017

Rev. Gary Ziuraitis, C.Ss.R.

"You never have friends like the friends you had when 12 years old" - a quote from the movie "Stand by Me" . Jerry was one of those friends and just as adventurous as the movie kids! I know. We had a few bicycle adventures of our own. And like the movie kids we all dispersed from Penn Ave into our adult lives to cherish the memories forever. Enjoy your new home in God's kingdom Jerry.

August 13, 2017

Uncle Gerry, prayers for you. Thanks for coming around when I was a kid and having a strong sense of family. Thanks for contributing some action to our life stories and for loving to talk... Peace to you! May God welcome you home.

August 12, 2017

Carol Barber

We have lots of memories with Aunt Irene and the Pawloski kids. Those were the days when families went and visited on Sunday afternoon. I have seen Jerry 4 times in the last year. My sister, Pat, and I go down on S. Division to hand out food and treats to the people on the street. We ran into Jerry one day, purely by accident. After that I looked for him and we would talk. He was godfather for my oldest son, Rick in 1965. May he rest in eternal peace and may you find comfort in the many family memories. Love you all -- Carol Barber

August 11, 2017

Colman Gilliland

Mary
May the Grace of God and the sweet communion of the Holy Spirit comfort your hearts in times like these.

August 11, 2017

Rob Thompson

It was nice having such an honest, genuine and caring person in our lives, will really miss Sunday morning coffee runs and chatting with Gerry.....

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August 11, 2017

Bob and Beth Pawloski

Thoughts are memories.. and memories are forever... May God ease your pain now and let him help you become one of his angels. Love always, and forever

August 11, 2017

Mary Lou Thompson

Jerry, we will miss your company, it won't be the same without you. Love always, Mary Lou, Rob, Bert and Aleshiea, Josh and Amber. <3

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