Harry K. Rawdanowicz Obituary (1925

Harry K. Rawdanowicz, 97 of Monroe Township died Monday September 5th at his home. Born in Bayside, NY, Mr. Rawdanowicz was a lifelong Monroe Township resident. He was last employed by the Community of Clearbrook, Monroe Township and previously for many years as a roofer for the James Longo Roofers, Jamesburg. Mr. Rawdanowicz was veteran of the USMC during World War II, attaining the rank of Corporal. He served in the Pacific theater, participating in action against the Japanese on the island of Iwo Jima. He was a member of the John Basilone Detachment #190 Marine Corps League, Milltown, the American Legion, DAV and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was predeceased by his two brothers Vincent and Thomas and his two sisters Tekla Hardy and Longina Budny. Surviving are his wife of 62 years Ethelyn Hoffman, his nephews Walter Budny and John Rawdanowicz and his niece Diane Gerity. A graveside service will be held 11:30 a.m. Friday September 9th at St. Mary's Cemetery, Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. In lieu of flowers, donations in the name of Mr. Rawdanowicz may be made to the Toys for Tots Foundation at www.toysfortots.org.