He was born in New Britain and attended local schools.
He is survived by his mother, Irene (Duchnowski) Rewa and his grandmother, Wladyslawa Duchnowski, as well as his longtime companion, Deborah Russo and her son Robbie.
He is also survived by two uncles and a aunt, and several cousins. He was predeceased by his grandfather, Franciszek Duchnowski.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cemetery Chapel in New Britain. There are no visiting hours. New Britain Memorial-Donald D. Sagarino Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements. For more information, please visit www.newbritainsagarino.com