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Kowalewski, Robert Anthony

In Memory of
Robert Anthony Kowalewski

BIRTH: 01 Apr 1935

DEATH: 09 Jul 2009 Lake City, Missaukee, Michigan

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Robert "Bob" Anthony Kowaleski of Lake City, formerly of Fife Lake, passed away Jul 9, 2009, at home, surrounded by his family. 

He was also known as "Crafty Bob" in the building business. 

Bob was born Apr 1, 1935, to Stella and Gust Kowalewski. He married Barb (Polanksy) on Dec 1, 1956, after his honorable discharge from the US Air Force, where he served as Sergeant 3rd Class and radio communications officer. 

Bob and Barb were married for 53 wonderful years. Bob very much loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, and was known as "Candy Papa." He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. 

Bob was a Master carpenter, builder, and craftsman for over 47 years. He owned his own business, "Construction by Craft."

He also owned and operated "The Logs Resort" in Fife Lake until 2004, in addition to serving on the city council and the Parks Commission. 

Bob was a mentor to many and was always there to guide and support without passing judgement. He loved golfing, boating, and politics (CNN). 

Bob is survived by his wife of 53 years, Barbara; his children, Patty (Brian) Golden, Mark (Mahannah) Kowalewski, and Stan (Debbie) Kowalewski; grandchildren, Cheri (Jeremy) Wilkinson, Michael Golden, Dylan Golden, and Josh and Robert Kowalewski; great grandchildren, makenzie, Madison, and Hunter Wilkinson; sisters, June Nauszelski and Janet Randall and brother and sister in law, Cecile and Mike (Jerry) Polansky. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Stella & Gust Kowalewski; brothers, John and Ben; sisters, Patty, Delores, and Irene and his mother and father in law Michael and Gertrude Polansky. 

There will be a memorial held in his honor, Wed, Jul 15, 2009 from 3 to 7 pm. 

 

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The Leader and Kalkaskian
Kalkaska, Michigan

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Military Branch

U.S. Air Force