August 18, 1939 ~ October 24, 2014
Paul Victor Baranowski, 75, of Essexville, our loving and devoted husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother, uncle and friend was born into eternal life on the evening of Friday, October 24, 2014 at his home.
Paul was born in Bay City on August 18, 1939, the son of the late Alexksy “Frank” and Isabelle (Galus) Baranowski. While crashing a wedding, Paul went on to meet the former Germaine Korthals. They dated, fell in love and were united in marriage on October 25, 1958 in St. Norbert Church. Always known for his wonderful work ethic, Paul retired from Bay City Chevrolet in 1997 after thirty-seven years of service. Paul’s love for his family was unwavering. He was always there to assist and guide his family in any way possible. Paul enjoyed antique cars, gardening, Elvis Presley music, attending car shows and an occasional scratch off or trip to the casino.
Paul leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of fifty-six years, Germaine. He was the proud and devoted father of Randy and wife, Wendy Baranowski, Bryan and wife, Wendy Baranowski, Kelly and husband, Thomas Robson, Tracy and husband, Tracy Bohl and Brad and wife, Andrea Baranowski. Also surviving are Paul’s grandchildren, Zach Stevely and Cody Baranowski, Zack and Courtney Baranowski, Rachel and Reid Robson, Ashley Drexler, Brandon, Taylor Mae, Jordan, Ryan, and Chad Bohl and Bryce and Brady Baranowski; one great-grandson, Jayden Baranowski; Paul’s siblings, Shirley Wardynski, Connie Rivard, Delores Fogelsinger, David Baranowski, Joyce Baranowski, along with many nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his parents, Paul was welcomed home to heaven by his son, Terry Baranowski; siblings, Richard Baranowski and Virginia Tacey and nephew, Richard Baranowski, Jr.
Paul’s family will be present to receive visitors on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 from 2:00 PM until the time of his 7:00 PM Celebration of Life at Skorupski Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 955 N. Pine Rd., Hampton Twp. Fr. Dale Orlik will officiate with cremation to follow. Paul will be laid to rest in St. Patrick Cemetery. The entire family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to McLaren Hospice for their compassionate care. Memorial contributions in memory of Paul may be directed to McLaren Hospice. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family online at www.skorupskis.com.
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Paul Victor Baranowski, 75, of Essexville, our loving and devoted husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother, uncle and friend was born into eternal life on the evening of Friday, October 24, 2014 at his home. Paul was born in Bay City on August 18, 1939, the son of the late Alexksy "Frank" and Isabelle (Galus) Baranowski. While crashing a wedding, Paul went on to meet the former Germaine Korthals. They dated, fell in love and were united in marriage on October 25, 1958 in St. Norbert Church. Always known for his wonderful work ethic, Paul retired from Bay City Chevrolet in 1997 after thirty-seven years of service. Paul's love for his family was unwavering. He was always there to assist and guide his family in any way possible. Paul enjoyed antique cars, gardening, Elvis Presley music, attending car shows and an occasional scratch off or trip to the casino. Paul leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of fifty-six years, Germaine. He was the proud and devoted father of Randy and wife, Wendy Baranowski, Bryan and wife, Wendy Baranowski, Kelly and husband, Thomas Robson, Tracy and husband, Tracy Bohl and Brad and wife, Andrea Baranowski. Also surviving are Paul's grandchildren, Zach Stevely and Cody Baranowski, Zack and Courtney Baranowski, Rachel and Reid Robson, Ashley Drexler, Brandon, Taylor Mae, Jordan, Ryan, and Chad Bohl and Bryce and Brady Baranowski; one great-grandson, Jayden Baranowski; Paul's siblings, Shirley Wardynski, Connie Rivard, Delores Fogelsinger, David Baranowski, Joyce Baranowski, along with many nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his parents, Paul was welcomed home to heaven by his son, Terry Baranowski; siblings, Richard Baranowski and Virginia Tacey and nephew, Richard Baranowski, Jr. Paul's family will be present to receive visitors on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 from 2:00 PM until the time of his 7:00 PM Celebration of Life at Skorupski Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 955 N. Pine Rd., Hampton Twp. Fr. Dale Orlik will officiate with cremation to follow. Paul will be laid to rest in St. Patrick Cemetery. The entire family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to McLaren Hospice for their compassionate care. Memorial contributions in memory of Paul may be directed to McLaren Hospice. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family online at www.skorupskis.com.
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Bryan, Wendy, Zach and Courtney ~ Our hearts are with yours in these days of sadness.
~ Brian, Karen & Lacey