Obituary of Constantine Alfred Kozakiewicz

Home: Monticello, New York USA Place of Birth: Ramapo, New York USA Obituary Constantine Alfred Kozakiewicz Monticello, NY Constantine Alfred Kozakiewicz "Al", a longtime area resident of Monticello, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY at the age of 91. He was born on August 8, 1925 in Ramapo, NY. He was the beloved husband of the late Cecile Kozakiewicz and loving son of the late Antoni and Magdalena Kozakiewicz of Mahwah, NJ and dear brother to his predeceased siblings, the late Mary Bollatto, Sophie Drobesh, Toney, Stephen, Carl and Wallace Kozakiewicz. He is survived by a son, Alfred A. Kozakiewicz, Jr. of Monticello, a daughter, Christine Benson of Middletown; grandchildren, Jason Henderson and his wife Amy, Jamie Henderson of Middletown, and his great granddaughter Lauren Henderson; his brother of Joseph Kozakiewicz and his wife Mellie and his many nieces and nephews. Alfred served honorably in the United States Coast Guard during WWII in the Philippines. He was adored by his children and especially his grandchildren. Alfred was a long time real estate agent in Monticello at Pennywise Properties and he and Cecile were former owners of "Kozy Acres" on Cold Spring Rd. Alfred loved being involved in the community. He was always positive, upbeat and touched the lives of all whom he met. Alfred was an accomplished and skilled drummer. In his early years, he and his brothers were well known as "The Merry Makers", a popular polka band that was also known for blending polka songs with military tunes in a unique way that was both melodic and patriotic. Alfred was also a huge sports fan and enjoyed attending and watching on TV football and baseball, especially the Mets. He had a way with people, and always knew what to say to bring out a smile. Alfred, you have been a father, a grandfather, a friend, a brother, an uncle... and to so many in the family, a pillar of strength and wisdom for so long now. For these things we truly love you and can never repay all you have done. All of his friends and family will dearly miss Alfred and his memory will be in our thoughts forever. God bless Alfred and let us be thankful for everything he has done. There will be a memorial Mass at St. Peter's Church in Monticello, NY on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 10 AM. His cremains and those of his beloved wife, Cecile, will be buried at Orange County Veterans Cemetery in Goshen following the mass.