Kowalski, Bernard S. "Bernie" Born to Eternal Life August 8, 2011, at age of 88. Loving father of Arlene (Roger) Piotrowski and Christine Lazarski. Proud grandpa of 7, great-grandpa or 10 and great-great-grandpa of 1. Further survived by nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Betty, son Bernard and grandson Kevin. Visitation will be held Friday, August 12, at the Funeral Home from 4PM until time of Service at 7PM. Private interment at Southern Wisconsin Veteran Cemetery. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Independence Hall, 9C at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center.