In memoriam: Karol Tomaszewski, 1952 - 2010

Karol P. Tomaszewski was born March 26, 1952, and died Dec. 6, 2010. After spending 30 years working as an engineer in the U.S. Merchant Marine, Tomaszewski started his second career with Western Washington University’s Steam Plant in November 2004.

While working at Western, he brought valuable experience to the facility, contributing to the positive work environment that employees continue to enjoy today.

He maintained a quiet respect for his position as a Stationary Engineer 2 while working many long hours contributing to the university's 24/7 shift schedule. His quiet, easygoing personality, humble nature and technical knowledge are missed and were greatly appreciated by his coworkers at Western, especially those at the Steam Plant.

In his passing, he leaves behind his loving wife, Shirley, and two adult children, son Peter and daughter Emily.