Edward "Ed" Kowieski

April 5th, 1922 - April 10th, 2014

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Dear Tom, Jaynie, Julie, John and your extended families...

Monroe Blvd. has lost another parent.  Both Carol Ann and brother Jimmy left a message on our phone early this morning that your Dad had died.  There was something about that neighborhood that made us all family.  Your grief will be shared by that same gang of "kids" as well as fond memories.

The first thing your Dad heard in Heaven was your Mom exclaiming "Eddie!!!" (smile)  How many times in our childhood would Ruthie call upon your Dad for collaboration with kids and life.  A lot.  Your Dad had a calming influence on all who knew him and a warm smile to match.

I will be away Sunday through Tuesday and will miss Mr. K's service.  And I'll miss the four of you and your families.  I am sorry for that.  But nothing can erase the childhood memories we share beginning with St. Basil's and on.  I have gratitude in my heart for your folks' presence and impact on my life.  And you all have my love.  God bless each and every one of you.

PJ aka Patty Canonie-Bubin

PJ Canonie-Bubin

Tom, Jaynie, Julie, John,
It is with much sadness that I heard of your dad's death. As far as I know he is the last of as fine a group of gentlemen as ever had fun together. Tony Canonie,Stan Adams, Bill and John Verdonk, my Dad, and many others. They were the heros of my youth. I am sure that they are playing together on some heavenly links and continuing the argument about who gives who strokes.
Your Dad's holiness and reverence is an example for all. My deepest condolences to you all.
Don

Don Goodwillie

Tom, Jaynie, Julie, John and families
Our community, church and old neighborhood has lost one of our last great souls. Your fathers countless hours of service and involvement in so many aspects of our community and church will carry on and will always be appreciated. It was my privilege to work on various committees with you father over the years. His warm infectious smile will be missed by many. I will miss chatting with him, whenever we bumped into each other we would always end our conversations with something about ND :) ! Cheryl and I are leaving for a short get away this morning and unable to attend his funeral mass but our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Charlie O. Hamlin

Charlie & Cheryl Hamlin & Family

Dear Kowieski Family,
I send my most sincere condolences on the death of your father, Ed.  He and your mon, Ruth, were among the living angels of South Haven and St. Basils.  Our family has wonderful memories of the friendship they shared with our parents.  All of our parents together shared love for their church and the game of bridge!  Weren't they great examples?  I feel it is so.  I thank God for Ruth and Ed and the treasures they shared with their friends and their community.  I pray the God they loved and served will comfort you through the love and support of your family and friends and through the wonderful memories and faith-filled example your parents have given.  God bless!
Sincerely,  Jane Schmidt Janik

Jane Schmidt Janik

Dear Kowieski Family,
I have a lot of fond memories of your Dad and Mother, from living across the street from you all. Ruth was always happy to see me. Eddie was always greeting me with his friendly smile and a nice hello. Johnny, remember how we used to sit out on the curb and just talk for hours? lol Gosh that sure was fun. I thought that was extra special- our special time to talk together, about anything or anyone. I have fond memories of all the family now. Eddie was a fantasic man, he and Ruthie did so much for the church and the community. My thoughts, memories and especially prayers are with you all. Now your folks are eternally together in heaven, resting in blissful peace with the Lord.

Susan aka Susie Hood Hoffman

Tom, Jaynie, Julie, John and families,
I'm not sure how I could have missed hearing about your father's death, but wanted to add our condolences to everyone in his family. Although I didn't get to know him as well as I wished, I admired his dedication to everything he did. At family reunions, it was his constant smile and twinkle of his eyes that will leave a lasting impression of who he was. We will remember all the quiet ways he contributed - not expecting any acknowledgement, and hope that he is receiving his reward in heaven.

Edward "Ed" Kowieski

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