Edwin “Shorty” Paczosa, 85, of Suffield, husband of the late Irene (LaMothe) passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2012 in the comfort of his own home. He was born in Suffield on May 30, 1926 son of the late Joseph and Aniela (Stawarz) Paczosa and lived in Suffield all of his life. He is survived by a sister Lorraine Bajek and many nieces and nephews. Edwin was predeceased by three sisters Janet Klaus, Jean Meleski, and Millie Luce, and two brothers Edward Paczosa, and John Paczosa. Funeral Services will be Saturday at 11 AM at the Heritage Funeral Home 1240 Mountain Road West Suffield, Friends may call on Saturday from 10-11 AM prior to the services. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Suffield.