Colonie - Mark Kowalski, 45, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 21, 2011.  Predeceased by his father Francizek Kowalski, Markie is survived by his wife Allison, and his mother Jadwiga; daughter Kailey Kowalski, son Eric Kowalski; step-son David Prime, Jr.;  sister Christine Kowalski, and brother Richard Kowalski.  He is also survived by his extended family including Harold and Jean Shannon; Joseph and Michele Gava, Michael Shannon, James and Kathleen Lyons, Cynthia Shannon and many nieces and nephews.
Markie was a lifelong resident of Colonie and drove a truck for Conway Freight since 1995. Markie and Allison joined together in 1993 and have been inseparable ever since.   Markie was truly a devoted and loving family man and his family was all he cared about.  Markie fully appreciated and understood the value of life.  A disciplined and strong Marine,  he served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1983 to 1987.  Markie valued his health; loved the ocean and enjoyed fishing; loved his music... BS-FY!
The funeral service will be held Monday 8:00 p.m. at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home 343 New Karner Road, Colonie.  Calling hours will precede the service from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.  Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.  To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAlbany.com.