Stanislaw Balkus Obituary (1929 - 2021)

Stanislaw Balkus, 91, of Lowell, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at his home in Palm Harbor, FL. He was the husband of the late Sophie (Novak) Balkus. He was born in Lowell on September 2, 1929, a son of the late Felix and Antonia (Wielicka) Balkus. Mr. Balkus was raised and educated in Lowell. Following High School, he joined the Coast Guard where he served from 1947-1950. On May 6, 1956, Stanislaw married the love of his life, Sophie Novak. He was a devout Catholic and would watch Sunday Mass on television when he was no longer able to attend in person. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Balkus worked at Raytheon Corporation. Following retirement, Stanislaw moved to Palm Harbor, FL. He volunteered on the Florida Sheriffs Association and was a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. He was also a member of the Polish American Veterans and was the past Commander of the Massachusetts Delegation for many years. Through the years, in his free time, he enjoyed playing in softball leagues, bowling and golfing. He is survived by his two daughters, Susan and Sandra, his sister Jane (Balkus) Campbell and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Sophie (Novak) Balkus, June 23, 2012. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021, from 5-8 pm at the DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Avenue, DRACUT. His Funeral Mass will be held on Friday at 10 oclock at Holy Trinity Parish, 340 High Street, Lowell. Interment will follow at Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lowell. Service Details Visitation When June 10, 2021 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location Dracut Funeral Home Address 2159 Lakeview Ave. Dracut, MA 02186 Interment When June 11, 2021 Location Holy Trinity Polish Cemetery Address 155 Boston Road Lowell, MA 01852 Service When June 11, 2021 10:00am Location Holy Trinity Polish Church Address 340 High Street Lowell, MA 01852