Rose Marie Kowalewski Obituary

Rose Marie Kowalewski of Gary, Indiana passed away on November 8, 2026. Rose, born on January 16, 1931 in Barberton, Ohio, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Rose Marie Kowalewski or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her husband Stanley Kowalewski; her son Joseph Kowalewski; her grandson Shaun Kowalewski; and her siblings, Paul Podnar (Mary) and Margaret Pifferetti (Jim).

She is survived by: her children, Joanne Glinski (Mitch), John Kowalewski, Julian Kowalewski and Joyce Barr (Bob); her grandchildren, Mitch Glinski, Matt Glinski, Rebecca Bustos (Adrian), Julia Dailey (Shawn), Joslynn Kowalewski (Troy Kropp) and Jay Kowalewski; her great grandchildren, Roland Bustos and Colston Kropp; and her brothers, Tom Podnar (Amanda) and Nick Podnar (late Georgeanne). She is also survived by her many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Saturday, November 14th 2026 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church (330 E 45th Ave, Gary, IN 46409).