Wayne Richard Pawlowski, age 85, lifelong McCone County Farmer & Rancher passed away on December 12, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center in Williston, ND.
Wayne was born on February 24, 1929 near Circle, MT; the son of Leonard & Lydia (Bartels) Pawlowski. At a very young age he lost his mother and was adopted and raised by Irene (Reinemer) Pawlowski. Wayne grew up near Circle and graduated from Circle High School. After high school he returned to the family farm where he farmed and ranched for his entire life. He enlisted in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged in 1953. He married Laurel Lala February 7, 1951. In 1985 Laurel passed away and he later married Darlene Heidi Jensen on February 1, 1986 in Miles City, Mt. Wayne was a lifelong member of the VFW, Elks, American Legion and the First Lutheran Church. He loved to travel going south in the winter and touched many lives on his travels. People who knew Wayne loved and respected him and his family.
He is survived by his wife Darlene of Circle; children: Rick Pawlowski of Grand Junction, CO; Cheryl (Joe) Breitbach of Powder Springs, GA; Lynn Glick of Selinsgrove, PA: his step children: Lonny (Sharon) Jensen of Circle; Les (Delores) Jensen of Fleming, CO; Lila Hoffman of Arlington, VA; one brother Wendell (Mary) Pawlowski of Circle, MT; fourteen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Wayne was preceded in death by his first wife, Laurel, his parents Leonard & Lydia Pawlowki and step-mother Irene Pawlowski, his three brothers: Howard, Wilmer & Larry Pawlowski and one sister in law: Edie Pawlowski.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 19, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Circle with Rev. Wade Brinkhopf officiating. Burial will follow with full military honors in the Riverview Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Memorials can be sent for Wayne’s Medical Fund held at the McCone County Federal Credit Union , P.O. Box 79, Circle, MT 59215.
Service Schedule
Visitation
2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday December 18, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Circle , MT 59215
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday December 18, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Circle , MT 59215
Interment with Full Military Honors
Friday December 19, 2014
Riverview Cemetery
Circle, MT 59215
Service Schedule
Visitation
2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday December 18, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Circle , MT 59215
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday December 18, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Circle , MT 59215
Interment with Full Military Honors
Friday December 19, 2014
Riverview Cemetery
Circle, MT 59215
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Luanne Sheffield Thompson says
Lonnie, Cheryl, Rick & Lynn,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad. Kevin and I went up to Circle about 3 years ago and I made a special stop out at the farm. I always enjoyed visiting with your Dad and that was the place we always stayed when my folks would take a trip out to MT. Remember Cheryl!! We always had fun! The best part about our trip was that you Dad went to Rob and Marge’s and brought his steel guitar and I recorded everyone playing….oh what memories. My mom and your dad enjoyed each others’ company, and that is why I had a special place in my heart for your mom and dad. I will miss his smile, laughter, and concern. Luanne
Mary Jo (Nerud) Lawrence says
To entire family: I was very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was a special person. He never forgot anyone always a big smile and hug. May God encircle each of you with healing and peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Martin and Myrna Thompson says
to Darlene and the family sorry to hear about your loss….. I have been thinking about both of you so much lately. I will call you later. your all in my thoughts and prayers
Loretta Tousley Hodous says
Sorry to hear about Wayne. The last of the band “Horse Creek Trio” are now in heaven playing together again. Rest in Peace.
Glen and Teena Bollinger says
To Wayne’s family,
Our deepset sympathy on your loss. We always enjoyed visiting with Wayne. Remember how he loved to dance. God Bless!
Glen and Teena Bollinger
Crystal (Witte) Fallat says
So very very sorry for your loss. What t a wonderful man. He will be missed. My thoughts, love, and prayers for everyone.
John & Marjorie Edwards says
To All Of The Pawlowski Family,
We send to each of your our heart felt condolences on the passing of Wayne. One is never ready to part with the person who gave them the gift of life or who you shared every living moment. May your time together be days of blessing as you walk through the grieving process.
Mary and Jolyn Dillon says
Our sincerest sympathy to all of your family. I certainly remember the old days when Dean and I spent time in Circle dancing We had lots of fun and Wayne always had a smile on his face. It is comforting to know that we will see our loved ones again. Your family will be kept in our prayers. God bless you all.
Mary and Jolyn Dillon
Debbie (Bond) Wagner says
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. I have so many memories of his smiling faces on my visits back to Circle and Brockway. Our prayers are with your family.
Larry and Sheri Schmidt says
We are so sorry for your loss of Wayne. He was a wonderful man and the community will miss him greatly. God’s peace to the family.
Dea (Nefzger) Hostetler says
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was always one of my favorite people! My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of year, especially. Hugs, Dea