Paliwoda, Gary P.

Gary P. Paliwoda, 68, of Bloomfield, loving husband to Colleen (Drost) Paliwoda, passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021. Gary was born in New Britain, CT, on April 26, 1953, son to the late Henry and Mary (Wrobel) Paliwoda.

Gary grew up in New Britain, attended local schools

and was a graduate of New Britain High School. Upon completion of high school, Gary went on and attended Central Connecticut State University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting. During Gary’s career, he was employed as a Controller for different manufacturing companies including, Dunham-Bush Ltd., Industronics Service Co., and Steeltech Ltd. before his retirement in 2012. Gary had many enjoyments in life. He was a very involved member of the Coast Defense Study Group, traveling to different parts around the globe including the Philippines, France, Spain, Russia

and Panama to name a few. He was fond of all aspects surrounding aviation and railroads. He enjoyed all car racing and was an avid New York Yankees fan. Gary lived his life to the fullest. He loved spending time with his wife and family and would always take the time to make sure they were cared for. Gary is also a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church in Bloomfield.

In addition to his wife, Gary is survived by his brotherin-law, Walter Drost and his wife Karen and their daughter Jessica of West Hartford, as well as other cousins and extended family. Gary was predeceased by his parents; his daughter, Kathryn Paliwoda; and his niece, Nicole Drost.

A time of visitation for Gary will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, from 10-10:45 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 26 Wintonbury Ave., Bloomfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. at the church. Burial with committal prayers will follow in Mount Saint Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield. Memorial donations in Gary’s name may be made to the New England Air Museum, 36 Perimeter Rd., Windsor Locks, CT 06096. To leave an online message of condolence for his family, please visit www.carmonfuneralhome. com.

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