William “Ed” Kowalski, 82, of Clearfield completed his time on Earth and returned to the Lord in heaven. He died at his home in the town where he spent his entire life, Clearfield.
He was born July 17, 1935. He was the son of William “Bill” and Florence (Gregor) Kowalski.
Mr. Kowalski was a graduate of the St. Francis High School. He was a life-long member of the St. Francis Roman Catholic Church.
On April 23, 1960, he married his “one in a million,” Bernice Johnson.
Over the course of his lifetime, he held many positions in the community. He attained certification as an electrician from Triangle Tech in DuBois.
Mr. Kowalski was a former employee of Harbison Walker. He worked as a plumber and electrician; he was also a trained sawmill worker.
Of all the positions he held over his lifetime, none could compare to the care and love he provided for his family. He was a devoted husband and a loving father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Kowalski was preceded in death by his wife and sisters, Betty Jane Houser and Mary R. “Sis” Dickson.
He is survived by three daughters, Christine (Kowalski) Miller and her husband, Joe of Westover, Dr. Brenda (Kowalski) Elensky and her husband, Richard of Fresno, Calif., and Victoria “Vicki” Kowalski and her fiancé, Robert H. “Preach” Williams of Clearfield.
He is also survived by four grandchildren, Stefan, Dathan, Sarah and Rachel Elensky and one sister, Dorothy Croft of Woodland.
Mr. Kowalski will always be remembered fondly by his family and friends for his quick wit, sense of humor and ability to make people laugh.
In order to respect the family’s wishes, there will not be a viewing. There will be a Memorial Mass at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 at the St. Francis Roman Catholic Church, Clearfield, with Msgr. Henry Krebs as celebrant.
Friends will be received at the church from 9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m., at which point the Rosary will be recited before the start of mass.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Francis Educational Endowment Fund, 212 S. Front St., Clearfield PA 16830.
The Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield, is in charge of arrangements.
To sign the online guestbook, visit www.beardsleyfuneralhome.com.