Chicopee - George J. Tarnowski passed away, age 73, on December 23, 2023. Born on March 23, 1950, in Holyoke, George was the beloved son of the late George and Mary Ann (Walsh) Tarnowski. He dedicated many years as a regional maintenance supervisor for the Berezin Family of Mount Holyoke Management before retiring. A lifelong Chicopee resident, he was a member of the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department and dedicated 10 years of service to the City of Chicopee Licensing Commission. In his earlier years, he served as a PTL (Special) for the city of Chicopee Police Department. George had a passion for golf and the Bruins.
He leaves behind his cherished wife of 31 years, Carol (Noel) Tarnowski, who was not only his spouse but also his best friend and soulmate. His loss is deeply felt. He is mourned by his family, his stepdaughters Lynn and her husband Brian Bierworth of Aurora, OH, and Tammy Jablonski of Johnson City, TN; his sister Kim Philobotte (Joe), and seven step-grandchildren. George was predeceased by his son Brett, stepdaughter Mary Kelder, and brother Kevin.
The family invites friends to pay respects at Grise Funeral Home, 280 Springfield St, Chicopee, on January 3, 2024, from 4:00 – 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held the following day, January 4, from 10:30 – 11:30 AM, with a prayer service at 11:30 AM and burial at Calvary Cemetery. The Tarnowski family expresses gratitude to the Chicopee Fire Department for their help and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chicopee Fire Department (80 Church Street , Chicopee, MA 01020) or to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation at T2T.org in memory of George Tarnowski. Online condolences can be offered at www.GriseFH.com.