Frank Paul Kowalski

Frank Paul Kowalski, age 86, of St. Charles, IL, passed away peacefully at home on April 7, 2024, surrounded by his family. Frank was born November 16, 1937 in Chicago, IL to his loving parents, Frank and Helen Kowalski.

Frank graduated from Lane Tech High School in Chicago, IL, Class of 1955. Frank served in the United States Air Force and then worked as a mechanical engineer his entire career.

Frank was the go-to handyman for his family, friends, and neighbors; made furniture for his family; and was generous with his time in assisting others – he could make or fix anything! He had a great sense of humor, was an avid reader ,and diligently kept up on current affairs. Frank especially loved being involved with his children's and grandchildren’s activities – he was his family’s number one fan, and they were his biggest fans. He was truly one of a kind.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen Kowalski; brother, Paul Kowalski; wife, Anne Kowalski; and wife, Joan Kowalski. He is survived by his children, John (Mary) Kowalski, Jan Kowalski, Frank (Jennifer) Kowalski Jr., and Kathy Jordan. Frank is also survived by his sister, Lynn (Tom) Brown; grandchildren, Jennifer Jordan, Megan (Adam) Geroulis, Alyssa Kowalski, and Logan Kowalski; great-grandchildren, Miles and Sawyer Geroulis; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30am, Friday, April 26, 2024 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 6N491 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL 60175.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Frank's name to the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation.

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