David Paczkowski

David C. Paczkowski, age 66, of Toledo, passed away Monday, October 13, 2008 at The Toledo Hospital. He was born September 7, 1942, to Charles and Gloria (LaMere) Paczkowski in Kenosha, Wisconsin. David was employed with Daimler Chrysler for 34 years, retiring in June of 2007. David was a veteran of both the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Air Force, serving his country proudly during the Vietnam era. He was an avid Nascar fan and Winston Cup driver. David was a former member of St. Anthony Church and enjoyed singing in the choir. He also served on the board of The March of Dimes. In addition to being a devoted husband and father, David was a proud grandfather cherishing the time he was able to spend with his grandchildren. David was someone who enjoyed life and met his challenges with a strong will and an open heart. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him for his kindness and welcoming smile. Because of his warm and inviting personality David considered no one a stranger. He was there for his family and friends during the happy and fun times as well as when times were difficult. David loved the holidays and all the excitement that went with them, especially the early Christmas shopping.

In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his Brother, Danny Paczkowski and granddaughters, Zara and Christina. He is survived by his loving wife with whom he would have celebrated 21 years of marriage in November, Patricia "Patty" Paczkowski; children, David "Davey" Paczkowski; Patricia Williams; Teresa Paczkowski; Kim (Joel) Dollarhite; Lisa (Matthew) Dominick; Douglas Werdehoff; Joanelle Werdehoff, and Keryn Ruiz; 18 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; sister, Maryan (Robert) Picolo and brother, Charles (Marion) Paczkowski.

The family will receive guests Friday from 2-8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300) with a Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will begin Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. at Regina Coeli Church, 530 Regina Parkway with Fr. James Auth officiating. Interment will follow in St. Anthony Cemetery, Erie Road, Temperance, MI.

A special thanks to the staff of Jewish Family Service of Sylvania, OH, for their understanding and support as well as special thanks to Jack and Gayle Sparagowski of Ski's Restaurant for their continuing encouragement and friendship.