HARTFORD – Gregory L. Bawlick, Sr., 85, of State Route 196 passed away Saturday evening, July 13, 2024. He died peacefully with his beloved wife, Patricia, at his side following a long illness.
Born on February 12, 1939 in Hamden, CT, he was the son of the late Michael and Elizabeth (Korin) Bawlick. Gregory grew up in Connecticut and was a graduate of Seymour High School in Seymour. On April 29, 1961, he married the love of his life, the former Patrica Foley, in Seymour. Together with their son, they operated Bawlick’s Holsteins, a dairy farm in Woodbury, CT before moving their dairy operation to Hartford, NY 40 years ago. Upon retiring from farming, Gregory took a job as a School Bus Driver for Hartford Central Schools.
Gregory had several hobbies he enjoyed. He was an avid coin collector, he liked to refinish wood furniture, tending to his garden, and having tag sales at the house. Most of all, he truly love his family and spending time with them.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his beloved son, Gregory L. Balick, Jr. who passed away in March, 2023; and his brother, Dan Bawlick.
He is survived by his wife of over 63 years, Patricia E. Bawlick of Hartford; his daughter, Deborah Seavey of Middlebury, CT; a brother, Michael Bawlick of Oxford, CT; a granddaughter, Michele Parrotta; great-grandson, Nico Parrotta; several sisters in law, brothers in
law, nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog and companion, April May.
Services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in his name to High Peaks Hospice, 1247 Dix Avenue, Hudson Falls, NY 12839
Pat,
I was very sorry to read about Mr. Bawlick’s passing. He was a hardworking and generous man. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dave
Mrs. Bawlick,
I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Bawlick’s passing. My brother and I learned a lot about commitment, hard-work, and family values from him and your family while working on the farm. I’ll never forget the Sunday morning breakfasts after chores! Our thoughts are with you.
Rick Potts