Mark Jozef Pawlik, 71, of Marlborough died Saturday, June 6th in Lahey Hospital. He leaves his wife of 35 years, Ellen (Garrahie) Pawlik; his daughter, Susanna Del Carratore and her husband, William of Southborough; two sisters, Irena Pawlik of Marlborough and Anna Winsett of Bedford, NH; granddaughter, Alessia; a niece Emily Dutton; great nephew, Owen Dutton and great niece, Penelope Dutton. He was predeceased by a nephew, Oliver Winsett.
He was born in England the son of Jozef and Helena (Gradek) Pawlik, and immigrated to the United States in 1958. He enjoyed a distinguished career in finance and technology, working for Digital Equipment Corporation before joining Fidelity Investments. For more than 30 years, he served as Vice President of Quantitative Analysis at Fidelity, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues through his intelligence, leadership, and commitment to excellence. He retired in 2017 after a remarkable professional career.
A faithful member of St. Peter's Church, Mark found strength and community in his faith throughout his life.
Outside of work, Mark had many passions that brought him joy. He was an accomplished woodworker and stained-glass artisan, taking great pride in creating beautiful pieces with his hands. He also enjoyed brewing his own beer, a hobby he shared with family and friends. Mark treasured evenings spent dining out with friends, enjoying good food, conversation, and laughter. Among his favorite places was Scarborough, Maine, where he looked forward to spending time and creating cherished memories.
Mark was known for his wonderful sense of humor and his ability to make others smile. He loved to joke around and was always ready with a witty remark, a funny story, or playful banter. His laughter was contagious, and he brought joy to countless gatherings with family and friends.
Friendship was one of the great blessings of Mark's life. He maintained a close-knit circle of friends, many of whom were lifelong companions. These friendships were deeply important to him, and he loved his friends like family. Whether sharing a meal, enjoying a conversation, or simply spending time together, Mark treasured the bonds he built over the years and the memories they created together.
Above all, Mark will be remembered for his warm spirit, sharp mind, generous heart, and the many friendships he cultivated throughout his life. His presence enriched the lives of those who knew him, and he will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
His funeral is Tuesday, June 16th from O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue with his funeral at 11:00 a.m. in St. Peter’s Church, 929 Main Street. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, 260 Cambridge Street. Calling hours are Monday, June 15th from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Church, 931 Main Street Worcester, MA 01610.