John Polansky

John Charles Polansky, age 84, of West, passed away late Monday night, August 4, 2025 at West Rest Haven.

A rosary will be recited 6:00 p.m. Thursday at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel, followed by visitation until 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 8, 2025 at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West, with Rev. Timothy Vaverek as celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery.

Born on July 10, 1941 in West, John was the son of Frank and Mary (Hynek) Polansky. He was a proud member of the West community, where he was known for his hard work and dedication to the land he loved. John attended St. Mary's School and proudly cultivated a life rooted in agriculture as a farmer and rancher. On November 24, 1962, he was united in marriage to Nancy Grones, with whom he shared a deep and enduring love. Together, they raised three children: Michael, Elaine, and Steve, instilling in them the values of hard work, faith, and family. John cherished spending time with his grandchildren as they brought joy into his life. A long-time member of St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption, John found solace in his faith and was also a member of KJT #31 in West. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, especially working around the house, fishing, and listening to polka music.

John is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Frank Polansky, Jr.

Survivors include his beloved wife, Nancy Polansky of West; children, Michael Polansky and wife Sheryl of Lorena, Elaine Owen of West, and Steve Polansky and wife Ronda of Colleyville; grandchildren, Garrett Polansky, Craig Owen, Lauren Owen, and Caden Polansky; step-grandchildren, Kristen Cook and husband Adam, and Kerri Fatting and husband Elton; sisters, Mary Pustejovsky, and Agnes Kostroun; brothers, Jimmy Polansky, and Raymond Polansky and wife Nachelle; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers are Craig Owen, Garrett Polansky, Caden Polansky, Ronny Polansky, Randy Polansky, and David Laubert.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Parkinsons Foundation.

You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of John in our memorial guest book found at www.aderholdfh.com.