Florence K. Pawloski

December 27, 2018

Florence K. Pawloski (Kozlowski) formerly Florence Cahill, of West Hartford, died December 27, 2018. Born in Hartford on October 6, 1928 to the late William and Blanche (Gajewski) Kozlowski. Florence married John R. Cahill in 1948. Together they made their home in West Hartford and raised three children. She is survived by her children Elaine M. Cahill of Wethersfield, John R. Cahill, Jr. and his wife Lisa of East Granby and Jacqueline F. Cahill and her husband James Wietrak of Naples, Florida. After her husband John’s passing in 1975, Florence found love again and remarried Sylvester (Sal) Pawloski in 1978. The extended family now included a step-daughter Susan Pawloski Burke of South Glastonbury. Together they enjoyed ballroom dancing, family holidays, and spending time with her grandchildren. Florence worked for the Town of West Hartford’s Board of Education Hall High School’s Food Service Department for over 20 years until her retirement in 1992. Florence was noted for her handmade crafts which she generously gave to her family, friends and churches. Besides her children, Florence leaves her cherished grandchildren Stephanie and Rebecca Cahill. She was predeceased by both her husbands and her beloved granddaughter Holley Cahill. The family would like to thank Interim Health Care, especially Veronica Williams for the loving care she provided to Florence. All of the services will be held at Molloy Funeral Home, 906 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT on Wednesday, January 2 with a calling hour from 10:00-11:00 AM followed by a funeral at 11:00 AM. Burial will be private. Online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.molloyfuneralhome.com.