Donald E. Pawlowski

Frankenmuth, MI

Went home to be with his Lord Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at Wellspring Lutheran Home; age 81 years. Donald was born on July 13, 1941 in Harbor Beach, Michigan to the late Phil and Laura Pawlowski. Don was married to Theresa Stricker on May 23, 1998, she survives him. Don retired as a Captain with the City of Saginaw Fire Department after a 25 year career. Don's subsequent careers included Master Electrician, Facilities Director at the International Center and Electrical Inspector for Frankenmuth and Taymouth Township. Don was an active member of Vassar First Baptist Church. He served on the Saginaw County Sheriffs Aviation Division and loved to fly his own plane for many years.

Surviving besides his wife Theresa are children Reggie (Treva) Pawlowski of Lakeland, Florida, and Lisa Pawlowski of Au Gres, Michigan; stepchildren Kristine (Rick) McIneney of Frankenmuth, Michigan, Bill (Amy) Booth of Midland, Michigan, Robyn (Ben) Weiss of Frankenmuth; grandchildren Travis Pawlowski, Kyle Mikolaizyk, Michael McInerney, Alyson Booth, Claire (Nathan) Farrell, Elijah Weiss, and Carter Weiss; great grandchildren Reagan Booth and Mia Farrell;  brothers and sisters Arnold Pawlowski, Melvin Pawlowski, Noreen (Ross) Johnson, Roy (Mary Lou) Pawlowski, and many nieces, nephews and close friends.

Don was preceded in death by stepson Joseph Mikolaizyk.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. at Vassar First Baptist Church, 5880 Frankenmuth Rd. Vassar, MI 48768. Rev. Anthony Barber will officiate.  Don's family will receive visitors at church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Vassar First Baptist Church.