In Memory
Edward Patrick Tafelski
March 17, 1940 ~ December 13, 2024
Edward Patrick Tafelski, Jr, 84 years old, peacefully passed away Friday, December 13, 2024 at Center for Hospice in Mishawaka.
Ed was born on March 17, 1940 in South Bend, to the late Edward and Mary (Plonski) Tafelski, Sr. He is also preceded in death by his brother, John Tafelski.
Left to cherish the memory of Ed are his children, Michael (Rita) Tafelski and Patrick (Shaunna) Tafelski; grandchildren, Brandon Tafelski, Kyle Tafelski, Zachary Tafelski, and Hailey Tafelski; sisters, Dorothy Grzeskowiak and Bernice Niemasik; and numerous other family members.
Ed honorably served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a longtime employee at Raco, where he worked for over 45 years. He was also a longtime parishioner of St. Adalbert Catholic Church. Ed was a sports enthusiast. He loved Notre Dame Football, South Bend Cubs, playing in numerous fantasy leagues, and watching/attending the Indy 500. Ed was also in a bowling league at the PNA and played softball for many years. He was also a souvenir collector, and enjoyed his trips to Las Vegas. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, they were his world. He will dearly be missed.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at St. Joseph Funeral Home with a Rosary to be prayed at 1:30 PM. Burial with Military Honors will immediately follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, South Bend.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Edward Patrick Tafelski, Jr. may be made out to Center for Hospice Care, 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545.
Online condolences can be made at sjfh.net.
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