Obituary

Remembering L. Edward Pawloski

L. Edward Pawloski entered eternal life on Thursday, November 3, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer.  He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah and son, Kaspar. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Carol, and survived by their three children, Debra (Jeff) Price, Ed (Paula) Pawloski, and Robert (Kelley) Pawloski. Also surviving are his brother, Clarence (Chloe) Pawloski; grandchildren and great grandchildren; stepdaughter, Natasha Brinkmeyer; and the many friends in AA where Ed enjoyed over 20 years of fellowship.  Ed was a proud veteran of the US Navy serving on the USS Midway, was the founder of Ed’s Body Shop in Caledonia, and was active for many years in Caledonia/Middleville Right to Life and Knights of Columbus 4th Degree. He formerly sang in the Schubert Male Chorus, Holy Family Caledonia Choir, and the Chamber Choir of the Basilica of St. Adalbert. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 8 at 11:00 am at the Basilica of St. Adalbert Catholic Church, 654 Davis NW, Grand Rapids, with Msgr. Louis Stasker, celebrant. Under the auspices of the Kent County Veterans Honor Guard, full military honors will be performed.  The family will receive relatives and friends at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville), 4145 Chicago Dr. SW on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm with a Rosary service at 8 pm. There will also be visitation on Tuesday from 10-10:45 am prior to the Mass at the Basilica. Private burial services will be held. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Right to Life.

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My thoughts and prayers for all family members. He will be deeply missed, and greatly remembered. He always told me "Just how it is", never pulled any punches. Just like my Dad. May God's peace be with you all.

— Norman Pierre, Jr.

Our thoughts and prayers for all of you. Ed was a part of our Holy Family, Caledonia and will be remembered.

— Ron and Jackie Boorsma

May the big friendly spirit of Ed live on in the many lives that he has touched. Many thoughts and prayers.

— Don & Jeanette Basch

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God grant him eternal peace. We are with you at this time of sorrow R.I.P. Ed Pawloski.

— Corey Family

Our sincere sympathy goes out to all your families...a special man for sure...was glad to have known him...

— LeRoy Rockwell & Terry Fiorenzo

Sorry for the family's loss. Ed was a great friend and teacher along with man. He will be truly missed

— Debra Chrysler

Ed was one great man! He had a huge heart and will be greatly missed.

— Bob Thomson

So sorry for your loss, Debbie. Sending hugs and prayers to your family during this difficult time. Wishing you rest in God's peace. XXOO

— Chris & Mary Meehan

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. RM&P/DTE

— DTE Energy-RM&P

A man of strong faith and loving heart, Ed will be dearly missed. Prayers for Deb and the rest of the family.

— Heidi Galdys

Ed was a tremendous role model and friend. We are blessed to have known him. Steve

— Steve Dirksen

Our thoughts and prayers for Ed and the family. He was a wonderful man. Ed and I were very close the last few years as we shared our battles with cancer. He lived his strong faith and was an example of using God's grace as he showed tremendous acceptance and gratitude.

— Pat Gavin

Eternal rest, grant unto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

— Debi Anson

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. In Christian sympathy, we share your sorrow.

— Ron and Lorna Baker

May God wrap his arms around you, lifting your spirit and bring you peace.

— Heather Leedy

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