Loren Robert Kujawa, 94

Loren Robert Kujawa, 94, passed peacefully in his sleep at home March 9, 2021. A lifelong Libby resident, Loren was born Jan. 12, 1927, to his parents, Mary Rose Brouillard and Joseph Kujawa.

After graduating from Libby High School, Loren joined the U.S. Constabulary where he served with A Company, 13th Squadron in Germany from 1945 to 1947.

On Oct. 28, 1951, Loren married the love of his life, Gynell Denise Jacobs. Together, they raised seven children. Before her death in 2005, Gynell and Loren celebrated 55 wonderful years together.

Loren was a local businessman, running Joe’s Texaco Service, initially with his mother until her retirement and then as sole owner until 1970. He then joined the Forest Service until his retirement in 1989.

In addition to his family, Loren had many interests, but none surpassed his passion for fishing, hunting and gardening. Few lakes, rivers or streams, mountains or valleys remained unexplored or unharvested. His garden was widely known and admired for its bounty.

Survivors include a daughter, Dr. Mary Kujawa of Libby; sons, Loren J. (Barbara) Kujawa of Chesapeake, Va., Charles Kujawa of Spokane, Wash, Frank Kujawa of Libby, and Carl (Liza) Kujawa of Missoula; daughter-in-law, DeeDee Kujawa of Libby; 15 grandchildren, Katharine, Cameron, Amanda, Alyson, David, Matthew, Nathan, Christina, KaSandra, Jacob, Stephen, Shelby, Calvin, Chloe and Lauren; and several great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Gynell, and sons, John and Joseph “Joey.”

Loren requested no services be held. Arrangements are by Schnackenberg Funeral Home in Libby. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.schnackenbergfh.com.