Christopher Malinowski, 67, passed away early Monday, May 18th in Fremont, OH.
Chris was born on December 28th, 1952 in Fremont, OH to Bernard and Cynthia Malinowski. Chris was a 1970 graduate of Fremont Ross High School and went on to earn an Associate Degree in Selling and Sales Management from Terra Technical College. For many years he worked as a sales representative for Phillip Morris. He then sold for various other companies until retirement.
Chris was deeply committed to his family and was a friend to all. He enjoyed watching his beloved Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Browns and Ohio State Buckeyes. He was a proud member of the Fremont Elks where he served as Exalted Ruler and later, Esquire for ten years. He was kindhearted and generous to many people and organizations throughout the years.
Chris was a devoted son and spent much of the last few years assisting his parents, taking them shopping, out to eat, and anywhere they wanted to go. He liked traveling to Toronto to visit his son and precious grandchildren. He loved eating at Little India, Tony Pacos and Loma Lindas, where you can find his name on the donor wall as you enter. He enjoyed golfing and hanging out with his brother Bernie and their brotherly bickering kept their friends entertained. Chris loved being with family; his siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends meant the world to him.
Chris is survived by his brother Bernie (Elaine), sister Cyndy Bresnahan, son Mark (Shemina)Lloyd and grandchildren Henry and Roxanna, nieces Lisa (Paul) Keys, Amy (Ramon) Sanchez, Betsy Bresnahan and nephew Luke Bresnahan, great nephews Kyle, Michael, Marcos, and Ramon Sanchez, aunt Helen Kowalkowski and many cousins in France. He also is survived by his cousins who he thought of like sisters; Bev (Chuck) Fassnacht, Alison (Steve) Minnich, and Anita (Derrick) Hines as well as Timothy Smith, who was like a son to him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, aunts and uncle Violet and Leonard White and Adele and Henryk Pokorski, and uncle Tadek Kowalkowski.
There will be a private funeral for immediate family and a celebration of life will be held at a future date. Memorial donations can be made to the Fremont Elks Lodge #169, 436 Croghan St, Fremont, OH
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Pam Swartz
My deepest sympathy to the family. Chris was such a great guy and will be missed by all.
Bernard Malinowski
Thanks Pam- He was really great and I will dearly miss him.
Melissa Smith
Prayers to all! Chris was such a warm and friendly person! He will be greatly missex
Diann Hamons
To know Chris was to love him. He will be missed by all who knew him. Love and prayers to the family
Missy Flahiff
Chris was a one of a kind,a great guy. We always had a lot of fun with him,and will always remember all the good times. So sorry to hear of his passing, please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. God be with you all;Missy,Brian, Ashley and Stephanie Flahiff
Tim and Chris Johns
Condolences and prayers to the Malinowski family.
Chris was an awesome guy, always a smile on his face. The one thing I always remember him saying was “nobody’s got ‘er made”.
Rest easy Chris. Peace to the family.
Raquel
Condolences to the family Chris was such a kind person but then he had great role models. God Bless the family as they mourn the loss of this quiet peaceful man
Tom & Sandy Harman
We are so sorry to hear this. Such a friendly, kind man
Tom & Sandy Harman
Dick and Carol Hoffman
We are so sorry for the loss of Chris, he was a good man. May the Good Lord bring peace and comfort to the Malinowski family We ask in Jesus name. Amen
Robert Decker
I will miss his “advice” and his gentle nature. May eternal light shine upon him.
Stan & Jadlynne (Zahn) Moyer
My very deepest condolences. Chris & I were classmates ~ I had the pleasure of reconnecting our friendship while volunteering at Valley View. Chris always had a smile & kind word to share. Stan enjoyed their Florida golf trips with stories & laughs for days Wishing you comfort & peace in memories and God’s many blessings
John & Carol
Bernie, I will miss visiting with Chris at the 200 club reverse raffle. I always looked forward to that gathering. Prayers to your family.
John & Carol Wasserman
Fremont Ross Class of 1970
Sending our deepest sympathy from The Class of 1970. Chris will be missed deeply and at our monthly class luncheons.
Antoinette (Toni) Shilling
My heart breaks for the loss of Chris. He was one of the good guys. Thoughts and prayers.
Chuck Ripple
Chris was a good guy to be around. I enjoyed any time I had spent with him. I loved the fact that he was a big Ohio State Buckeye Fan. He will be missed by many and especially the group “The Class of 1970’’ from Fremont Ross. He asked me to make it up to the lunches many times, but living in Florida it was hard to match up. RIP Chris!
Jon Brough
Chris will be missed. He was such a great Elk and friend. He was very thoughtful of others, especially taking care of his parents and thinking of others. If you needed anything Chris would be there.
Jon & Kathy Brough
Paula Robb
I’m a classmate of Chris. I remember him then & remember the first time since graduation seeing him in Chud’s making a delivery. Since then we all enjoyed our class reunions & luncheons. What a thoughtful son he was. I too was a taxi driver for my Mom for a few years. I even meet your parents one day while shopping at Ollies’s in Sandusky. He will be missed by many. May he watch over you as one of the angels in heaven as you hold him in your hearts. With deep regrets, Paula (Britenburg) Robb
Terry Brennen
So sorry about Chris. He was a really nice guy, always so friendly. Go Bucks Chris
Connie M Dirig
What a wonderful service you had for Chris. He was so loved.
Bernard Malinowski
Thank You Melissa
Char Holskey
RIP Chris!!! he was a great person. Thoughts & prayers 2 his family. Seem him at his Dad’s service & right before he went 2 Toronto. Many prayers 2 his family.
Fr. Dan Zaleski
My condolences and prayers to Bernie and Cindy and there families in this moment of sorrow. I will keep Chris and his family in my prayers. May the Angels take him to Paradise where no tears nor sadness shall ever be. Love you all, your cuz the Padre