Gregory Herman Kowalsky, 61, passed away in Wichita, on May 22, 2023, with family by his side. Born in Great Bend on June 2, 1961, he was the son of Herman Joseph and MaryAnn (Klepper) Kowalsky. A lifetime Ellinwood resident, Greg attended St. Joseph grade school, Ellinwood High School, and later graduated from St. John Military Academy (1979). Greg worked as a police officer in Ellinwood and at Great Bend manufacturing before working for the city of Ellinwood for more than 25 years until retirement. He married Lori Starnes in Buena Vista, Colo., on Sept. 5, 2012 at Rainbow Trout Lake. She survives of the home.
Survivors include wife, Lori Kowalsky, Ellinwood; sister, Gail Ann Geer, Topeka; five nieces; 10 great-nieces and nephews; and four great-great nieces and nephews, as well as many respected friends and co-workers throughout the years. Greg also leaves behind their dog, Bear. Greg was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Marla Macy and Barbara Kowalsky.
Funeral service will take place at Minnis Chapel on Friday, May 26, 2023, at 10 a.m., followed by interment at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. Dress will be blue jean casual. Visitation will take place at Minnis Chapel Thursday, May 25 from 12-7 p.m., with family receiving friends from 6-7 p.m. Memorials are suggested to Gregg Kowalsky funeral fund in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.