Walter A. Jalowiec, age 86, of Orange, entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 26, 2026, at CT Hospice in Branford. He is the beloved husband to Genevieve (Stary) Jalowiec. Walter was born in Derby on January 7, 1940, son of the late Walter and Charlotte (Opuszynski) Jalowiec, and lived most of his life in Orange.
He had a long career operating heavy equipment in the construction industry, working with JF Barrett and Sons and O&G Industries. He was very proud of his career and loved finding small tasks to complete to occupy his time in retirement. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 478.
Walter is the beloved father of Patricia Tuttle (Gary), James Jalowiec (Stephanie), and was predeceased by his son, Gregory W. Jalowiec. He is the step-father of Daniel Beyer (Liza), and Tanya Beyer (Peter Huzar) and proud grandfather of Brian Jalowiec, Lauryn and Alyssa Tuttle, Nathan, and Addison Jalowiec, Emily and Jacob Beyer, and Francis and Macie Gilbert. He is survived by his beloved brother, Joseph Jalowiec (Christine), and nephews Matthew and Michael Jalowiec and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may greet the family at the Edward F. Adzima Funeral Home, 253 Elizabeth Street, Derby on Thursday from 9 to 10:15 AM. His procession will then leave the parlor for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM at St. Michael’s Church in Derby. Burial will follow at Mt. St. Peter’s Cemetery in Derby.
Memorial contributions are encouraged in lieu of flowers to The Connecticut Hospice.