John F Nowak Jr

He is predeceased by his wife of 27 years, Ellen(Carmichael) Nowak and his grandparents, Howard and Reta Whiteman

He leaves behind his siblings, Bernice(Aaron) Lack, Molly(Tim)Turner, Ted(Eileen) Nowak, his in-laws, MaryBeth(Dennis) Hart and Albert(Jan) Carmichael. He also leaves behind Tom(Carrie)Fulkrod and Stephanie Fulkrod who he thought of as his children, as well as their children, Brittany, Savannah and Justin Leiter, Zachary and Kaylee Fulkrod who he considered his grandchildren.

John also leaves behind two God Daughters, Kyra Colburn and Savanah Taylor as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces.

A Celebration of his Life will be held November 25th from 12pm to 130PM at the Townsend- Wood Funeral Chapel 201 E. Elm St Penn Yan, NY 14527 with a service to immediately follow. There will then be a gathering at the Wagner Restaurant for anyone who wishes to attend. Burial will be private in Bellona Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Charity of One's Choice.