JACKSONVILLE  - Edward "Eddie" Michael Nowak, 63, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his home.

Eddie was born and raised on Long Island, New York, and graduated from Hicksville High School in 1980. In 1997, he made his home in Jacksonville, North Carolina. He was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, cousin, uncle, and friend.

Eddie was one of the kindest souls you could ever meet—a devoted provider for his family who welcomed everyone into his home with open arms and was always willing to help anyone in need. He was an excellent golfer, an avid lottery player, and loved watching sports. Early in life, he owned and operated his own hardwood flooring business before later transitioning to a career in plumbing. He was a creative person with many talents, a gifted painter, and could build just about anything with his hands. He is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who were lucky enough to know him.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Dolores Nowak, and his daughter, Christin Bradfield Younger.

He is survived by his children, Ryan Fleming, Dawn Nowak, and Tim Nowak; his grandchildren, Jeffrey, Nicolas, and Christopher; his son-in-law, Jeff Younger; his siblings, Steven Nowak, Richard Nowak, and Susan Nowak Wallace; and many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, at Jones Funeral Home in Jacksonville, North Carolina (303 Chaney Ave, Jacksonville, NC 28540).