Henry A. Zajac, 85
Henry A. Zajac, 85, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully at home on December 2, 2025, with his loving wife by his side. Born on September 26, 1940, he was the son of the late Henry M. and Janet K. Zajac. He grew up in the South End of New Bedford and attended Holy Family High School before enrolling at New Bedford Institute of Technology. He joined the Army Reserves and was very proud of his service in the Military Police. He had a fulfilling 25-year career with the Reece Corporation, which brought him great joy, lasting friendships, and opportunities to see the world. After leaving Reece, he worked at Sippican Ocean Systems and later retired from American Power Conversion.
Known to many as Henry or Hank, and to those closest to him as Bunny, he cherished every stage of life, especially the years when he became lovingly known as "Grampa Bunny". A devoted family man, he was celebrated for his kindness, charm, and quick humor, always ready with a song, a story, or a one-liner. He could repair almost anything, big or small. He loved reading, learning, and keeping up with current events, and was an avid Celtics and Yankees fan. Bunny's passing leaves a hole in our hearts that can never be filled. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his beloved wife of 46 years Kathy; a son, John Zajac and his wife Nicole Saquet of Wrentham, MA; a daughter, Jane Zajac of Mattapoisett; two brothers, Mort Zajac and his wife Barbara of Mashpee and Peter Zajac and his wife Nancy of New Bedford; 2 sisters, Rosemary Bowman of Mattapoisett and Janet Shartle of Fairhaven; a brother-in-law, John Connor and his wife Joan of Lakeville; 3 grandchildren, Henry, Nicholas and William; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by Michael Zajac, Ann Zajac, Walter Bowman, Leonard Shartle, Judith Zajac, and Eileen Connor.
His family would like to thank all those who helped to care for Bunny in his time of need.
Henry's visiting hours will be held on Friday, December 12th from 3-6 PM at the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd. (Rt. 6), Mattapoisett. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 13th at 9:30 AM at St. Anthony's Church. Anyone attending the Mass is invited to meet directly at Church. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in his name may be made to the Salvation Army at 619 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 02740. For directions and guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
