David Kowalkowski

David Kowalkowski, age 63 of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on March 9, 2026. David was born on February 18, 1963, in Chicago, Illinois to Walter and Patricia Kowalkowski.

David worked in many fields from painting and roofing to truck driving and mechanics. He loved caring for his indoor and outdoor cats.

David was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his brother, Robert (Jeanne) Kowalkowski; niece, Melissa Kowalkowski (Andrew Ekberg) and nephew, Robert (Kat) Kowalkowski; stepsisters, Kathleen (Kulm) Gomolka and Karen (Kulm) Lamb. David also leaves behind many coworkers, neighbors and friends.

Interment will be a private event in the Chicago area where he will be laid to rest beside his mother.

David really loved his cats. If you wish to honor David’s life, please consider a donation of time or treasure in David’s name to the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri, 3161 W Norton Rd, Springfield, MO 65803. (417) 833-2526 https://www.swh.org

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