ALBANY – Edward F. Nowak, 87, of Albany, died Friday, July 20, 2012 with his family by his side. Mr. Nowak was born in Albany, and lived here all his life. He served in the U.S. Navy Seabees during World War II, and after the war attended Siena College. He was employed for a time in his father’s masonry business, and then was employed by the Internal Revenue Service for over 40 years. He also helped at his son’s business, Bob’s Body & Fender for over 20 years.
Mr. Nowak is survived by his beloved wife Wanda M. Nowak; his son and daughter in law Robert and Paula Nowak of Albany; his grandson Justin Nowak, and his granddaughter Jenah Nowak; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters Eleanor Nowak and Theresa Nowak.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Tuesday morning at 8:15, and from there to All Saints Catholic Church, Homestead St., Albany at 9:00. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Monday from 6-8 p.m. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. The family suggests memorial contributions to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205. To leave a message of condolence for the family, send a sympathy card, or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Click here to view Mr. Nowak’s resting place in Calvary Cemetery, Route 9W, Glenmont, NY.
Stephanie Calcavecchio
July 21, 2012 at 6:26 pmI’m sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. It’s never easy losing a parent or any loved one. Much love to you and your entire family…
The Dieso Family
July 21, 2012 at 7:21 pmLove & Sympathy to the Nowak Family for your great loss. We are here for you today and always. Love, The Dieso Family.
Ann and Jack
July 22, 2012 at 5:32 amSo sorry to hear of the loss of your dad, may he rest in peace…thinking of you and your family at this difficult time…our love, Ann and Jack
Laney
July 22, 2012 at 9:25 amThis is for Mrs. Edward Nowack, Bob, Paula, Justin and Jenah:
I am very sorry for your loss. I know how painful it is so I will say a preyer for your husband/father/grandfather and just know my thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Laney
Hermis Yanis, Jr.
July 23, 2012 at 4:53 amWords really fall short at a time like this, but they’re all we have to extend our condolences for your loss Bob. You, Paula & family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Hermis, Debbie
And Kenny
The Richards Family
July 23, 2012 at 4:57 amSo sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad.You are in our thoughts and prayers….
-Lorraine,Russ and Steve
John Nowak
July 23, 2012 at 5:22 amRest in Peace Uncle Ed. I will forever remember all the family picnics, holiday get togethers, birthday parties, and weekends at the camp from my childhood.
To Aunt Wanda, Bob, Paula, Justin, and Jenah, Me, Louie, and Colin send our deepest sympathies and condolences during this sorrowful time. Our pryers are with you all.
Cynthia Clo
July 23, 2012 at 8:41 ami am sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I did not know him except through you…Bob. He must have been an amazing man to have raised you and your family. Peace to you and your family…Cindi and Victoria
Ray Moran
July 23, 2012 at 2:40 pmMy sincerest sympathies to the entire family. The last few years have been rough but hopefully everyone will find some peace now. If I remember correctly, Ed and I shared a birthday in April-a link that made me think of him often.
Ray
Georgia Sullivan
July 23, 2012 at 7:52 pmMrs. (Wanda) Nowak, Bob, Paula, Justin and Jenah,
I have many fond memories of your husband, dad, father-in-law and grandfather from the days that Justin and Kevin played baseball together. They were always there to watch their grandson and support the whole team. I just read the paper, a little too late to make it to the wake that ended hours ago. I would have been there to speak with you in person if I had known earlier.
I will hold you all in my heart and say a special prayer for Mr. Nowak. My condolences for your loss. I was saddened to read the news.
georgia Sullivan
George and Marilyn Haviland
July 24, 2012 at 12:28 pmWanda, Bob and Paula,
So sorry to hear about Ed. Carole was keeping me up to date. Our thoughts are with you. We had some wonderful get togethers.
Rebecca Nowak
August 4, 2012 at 5:32 pmRest in Peace Uncle Ed. As you leave us I know your father, and sisters are waiting for you. May you live happily with them. I speak for your nephew Peter’s family, we will miss you.