John M. Krawetz

Bolton-John Matthew Krawetz, 83, passed peacefully with loved ones by his side, on Friday, November 28, 2025 at UMass Medical Center-University Campus in Worcester.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Virginia “Ginny” (Moran) Krawetz; his children, John P. Krawetz & fiancée Gina Scolardi, Kristine St. Pierre & husband Michael, Edward M. Krawetz & wife Lori, Robert M. Krawetz & wife Sarah, Carol Campos, and Wendy McNulty & husband Peter.  He leaves his dear sister Mavis DiSano, husband Anthony & their children Michael and Katelyn; 10 adoring grandchildren, Daniel, Breanna, Kyle, Christopher, Rachel, Matthew, Katherine, Harper, Chloe, and Delaney; 2 great-grandchildren, Braiden and Morganne, and extended family and many dear friends.  He is pre-deceased by his parents, John J. & Evelyn (Chrupcala) Krawetz, brother Robert Krawetz, and first wife, Alice Rebecca (Moore) Krawetz.  

John was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, raised and educated in Central Falls, and graduated from Central Falls High School, Class of 1960, where he modestly declined the honor of Valedictorian.  John attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, majored in Engineering and was enrolled in ROTC training.  Following studies, he entered the workforce with H.P. Hood in Providence as a milkman.  He had many colorful experiences delivering milk on Federal Hill prior to joining their office as a Data Processing Specialist.  John would later pursue his career in Information Technology, working for many years at Data General as the Senior Operations Manager of Finance before ultimately retiring from the same role at EMC.  In younger years, John devoted all of his spare time to Pawtucket youth sports, coaching his children’s teams in baseball, hockey, and football, and serving as Past President of the Fairlawn Little League.  A lifelong nature enthusiast, John held a membership with Tower Hill Botanic Garden.  He enjoyed golfing, hiking, travelling with Ginny, and spending countless hours maintaining their beautiful property. He cherished summers with family at their home on East Pond in Maine’s Belgrade Lakes.  Among his many talents, John was well known for his culinary expertise.  Self-taught in the kitchen, he enjoyed preparing and hosting memorable feasts for family and friends and made the best chocolate truffles every Christmas.  He was blessed with a brilliant mind, possessed knowledge on all topics, and kept up with current events as a faithful listener and supporter of NPR.  Above all, John was a devoted family man, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 4 until 7PM in the McNally & Watson Funeral Home, 304 Church St., Clinton.  Vigil prayers and words of remembrance will occur at 7PM for those who would like to attend.  Memorial contributions may be made in memory of John M. Krawetz to a charity of one’s choice.  Online condolences may be placed at www.mcnallywatson.com