James E. Pawlosky, 74, of Colfax Township, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2021 at his home under hospice care.

Jim was born in Bad Axe, Michigan on December 18, 1946 to the late Joseph and Blanche (Kowalski) Pawlosky.

He served in the U.S. Marines.  Jim worked as a lineman for Detroit Edison for more than 30 years before retiring in 2005.  He was a member of Sacred Heart/St. Hubert Parish.  Jim was involved with the Knights of Columbus joining in 1998; served as a Grand Knight and a member of the 4 ^th Degree, Bishop Babcock Assembly # 0487.

Jim married Marilyn J. Kaufman on June 13, 1970.  Together they raised 3 children.

He enjoyed golfing, tending to his vegetable garden and his yard and always making sure his bird feeders were full.  Jim took great pride in attending his grandchildren's sporting events.

Jim is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marilyn Pawlosky; his children: Jim Pawlosky, Kim (Mike) Affer and Eric (Margaret) Pawlosky; his grandchildren: Austin, Camryn and Carson Affer and Ava & Claire Pawlosky; his siblings: Mary Jones, Christine Becker, Charley (Cheryl) Pawlosky, Jerome "Whitey" (Beverly) Pawlosky, Robert (Pat) Pawlosky and Mark (Jennifer) Pawlosky.  He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Susan Pawlosky; very special uncle and aunt, Bob & Nicki Grifka; along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Joe Pawlosky and his sister, Peggy Shihadeh.

Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City.  Due to COVID, a Mass in honor of Jim will be held at a later date.  Cremation burial will take place at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan.

Memorials may be offered to the St. Hubert Parish.

Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com