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Thomas Kraky Obituary

Thomas J. Kraky of Scott Twp., died Friday in the Hospice Unit of Regional Hospital of Scranton. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Joan M. Kraky.

Thomas was born in Blakely, Aug. 25, 1928, to the late Thomas and Mary Hudachak Kraky. He was a graduate of Scott High School, the University of Scranton with a B.S. in education; and Marywood University where he received his masters in education through the G.I. Bill. Before his retirement, he was employed by the Northeast ern Intermediate Unit as a special education teacher. He was a veteran of World War II and a recipient of the Army of Occupation Medal-Japan, as well as the World War II Victory Medal. He was a member of St. John Vianney Parish. He was also an active member of the community.

He was a kind-hearted and loving man, who always thought of others before himself. He was an avid Penn State, Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies and Lakeland Chiefs fan. He particularly enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren compete in their sports.

Special thanks to his longtime companion and friend, Louise Gilfedder of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., for all the love and care she provided.

He is survived by his children, Thomas and Danette Kraky of Scott Twp.; James and Melinda Kraky of New Tripoli; Robert and Linda Lepre of Scott Twp.; Michael and Suzanne Kraky of Scott Twp.; and Patrick and Barbara Kraky of Scott Twp.; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Ellen Scott; and a sister, Ann M. Kraky.

The funeral will be Tuesday from the Albert P. O'Donnell Funeral Home, 2025 Green Ridge St., Dunmore, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. John Vianney Parish, Montdale. Interment, St. Joseph's Cemetery, Montdale. All those attending the funeral are asked to proceed directly to the church.

Friends may call Monday from 4 to 7 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Unit at the Regional Hospital of Scranton.

Published by Scranton Times on Jul. 28, 2013.
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Jimmy and Linda - Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dad.

Karen (Mikelatis) Pluta

July 31, 2013

Love to you all! I will miss Uncle Tom dearly. I am so grateful to have had such a wonderful time with him, Louise and family on Memorial Day this year in Florida. He was a wonderful man and I could always feel the genuine love he had for me, my sons, Maureen,Gene and families. Love you all!

Colleen Meyer

July 30, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Carol Kelly-Smith and husband Dennis Allentown,Pa.

July 30, 2013

My heartfelt sympathies are extended to your entire family during this difficult time.

Donna Young

July 29, 2013

To the Kraky Family,

My sincere sympathy.

Nancy Edmunds

July 29, 2013

To the Kraky family, so very sorry for your loss,
Carole Marek Garrity

Carole Garrity

July 29, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We were blessed to have known Tom. There are so many wonderful memories. Tom was a gentle, kind-hearted man who embraced all of us. His love of family and "Kraky mountain" was his pride. Hugs to all of you. Dee, Paul, Colin & Kate.

Dee McDermott

July 29, 2013

My sincere condolences to the Kraky family.

Jack Shelp

July 28, 2013

Linda, Bob and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow.

The Baigis Family
Scott Twp.

July 28, 2013

To Louise and family and the Kraky fam.

Our sincere condolences and prayers to your families. Theo and I enjoyed so much having Louise and Tom as neighbors and friends in Florida. What a nice man Tom was!
Sincerely
Pat and Theo Willems

July 28, 2013

Sorry to read about your dad, he was an alright guy.

Walter Lechowski

July 28, 2013

To Louise and the Kraky family: My sincere condolences. I am so sorry for your loss of this kind and gentle man. Tom was a delightful person who will be dearly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy McKiernan

July 28, 2013

My condolences to to my friend Linda and your family. Brad Bernosky

July 28, 2013

Dear Kraky Family and Mom. I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was a wonderful man and my family and I are so glad he was part of our lives. We will all cherish the wonderful times and memories we had with him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am sorry tht I couldn't be there to attend the services.

Debbie Smith

July 28, 2013

The Kraky Family,
Carole and I were saddened to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most sorrowful time. God bless.

Jimmy and Carole Curran

July 28, 2013

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