
Paul Alan Grabowski, 67, of Arlington Heights, IL, passed away peacefully January 30, 2026, following a brief but determined battle with pancreatic cancer. Adored son of the late Alfred and Diana Grabowski; loving husband of Beth (Katz); much loved older brother of Kathleen (Gabriel) Ferreira; devoted father to Alex (Angelina). Paul is also survived by his nephews, Matthew (Jackie) and Samuel (Dorota) Katz and Christopher (Sierra) and Matthew (Lauren Cheney) Ferreira, the extended Walters family, the extended Katz and Stanton families, and many friends.
Paul’s family would like to thank the wonderful medical professionals at Illinois Cancer Specialists, particularly Physician Extender Magda Colta, FNP, and Nurse Navigator Sue Griffin, for their care and invaluable assistance during this challenging time.
Also, special thanks to Sam, Dorota, Angelina and Alex for taking such gentle, patient, loving care of Paul.
Services are private.
To anyone choosing to make a charitable contribution in Paul’s memory, he believed strongly in providing for those who are hungry and in need. A donation to the St. Edna food pantry or organization of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
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