James Zukowiec, age 75, resident of Toledo, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2021, at his home. He was born on October 17, 1945, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Joseph and Mary (Wieczorek) Zukowiec Sr.
James enjoyed working; he never truly "retired". He drove truck for 20 years for Pacer-Packing. He also had worked at Unlimited Concrete Company and Sand Wedge Golf Course, where he worked for Joe Paradysz for over 30 years. With his love for golf, he was actively working at Crooked Creek Golf Course as a grounds keeper. He was a member of the United Food Commercial workers. James loved and adored his yorkies, antique classic cars, and fishing. He cherished an enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Those left to forever cherish his memory are his wife, Irena (Nowak) Zukowiec, whom he married on December 23, 1965; children, Eric Zukowiec and Renee' (Mike) Petrey; brother, Joseph Zukowiec Jr.; and two sister-in-laws, Olga and Elena Mitus.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandma, Katie Katherine "Busia" Wieczorek; and two nephews, Robert and Jerome Zukowiec.
Family and friends may gather at the Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 W. Laskey Road, Toledo, Ohio 43623, on Friday, August 27, 2021, from 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm, where his funeral service will be held at 7:00 pm. A celebration of life, to share stories and remember James, will be Saturday, August 28, 2021, at Crooked Creek Golf Course, 5123 St Anthony Rd, Ottawa Lake, MI 49267, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
A memory or an online condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.NewcomerToledo.com.