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Jan. 14, 1939 – June 2, 2024
Thomas Richard Nowak, 85, of Alpena, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024, at his home.
Thomas was born on Jan. 14, 1939, in Alpena, to the late Stephen "Jasper" and Celia (Filipiak) Nowak. He married Jeanne Kollien on April 8, 1967, at St. Mary Catholic Church. Thomas worked at Great North Foods for 60+ years and was co-owner of Jeanne's Sweet Shop. He served in the United States Army. Thomas was an active member of Haass hunting club for 50+ years, Knights of Columbus for 52 years, Lions Club, and trained four leader dogs for the blind. He volunteered at MyMichigan Medical Center - Alpena.
Thomas enjoyed deer hunting, golf including in the annual Polish American Golf Tournament, playing cards, traveling, and was an avid sports fan. He was a jokester to those around him and always enjoyed making others laugh. Most importantly, he loved the camaraderie of friends and family.
Surviving are his wife, Jeanne; sons, Mark (Rae Lynn) Nowak, Kevin Nowak, Brian (Ashley) Nowak; grandchildren, Benjamin, Alex, Jordyn, Nicholas, Nathaniel Thomas; several nieces and nephews.
Thomas was preceded in death by his brothers, Gerald Nowak and Daniel Nowak.
Memorial visitation will take place Thursday, June 13, 2024, at St. Anne Church of All Saints Parish from 10 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at noon with the Rev. Tyler Bischoff officiating followed by military honors by Alpena VFW Post 2496. Arrangements have been handled by the Bannan Funeral Home.
Inurnment: Holy Cross Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to All Saints of Alpena or Hospice of Michigan.