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1954
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2022
Frank Petroski Obituary
Frank Petroski passed away unexpectedly at home on Dec. 2, 2022.
He was born in Nanticoke, a son to Edward and Rose Marie Ashford Petroski.
Frank worked for many years at Eddie's Radiator Shop in Nanticoke, where he worked with his father and brothers, until later becoming self-employed.
Frank spent his last years on the farm enjoying his cows, fishing, feeding the deer every night and sitting by the campfire enjoying life.
Frank is survived by his spouse of 36 years, Dawn Shonk; brothers, Edward Petroski Jr. and Michael Petroski, both of Wapwallopen; daughters, Holly Brannigan and husband, Tom, Hanover Twp.; Kristen Petroski, Wapwallopen; and Katie Petroski and partner, Shawn Farver, Berwick; grandson, Justin Brannigan; niece, Erin Petroski, Pittsburgh; nephews, Charles Petroski and partner, Amy Webby; and Edward Petroski III, his wife, Tara Petroski, and their daughter, Amanda.
Frank will always be remembered as an amazing father who was always willing to help anyone in need. He will be greatly missed.
There will be no public services.
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Frank Buchalski
December 5, 2022
Frankie Petroske was a very caring man a good mechanic and a good person I always took my vehicles up for him to work on and I´m always thankful of going on the mule deer hunt inWyoming Rest in peace my friend
Kevin McDaniels
December 5, 2022
Frank was a Great Guy was glad I got to know him. We would talk for hours. Prayers go out to his wife and kids and family. He truly will be missed. Rip my Friend
Theresa and Gary Allabaugh
December 4, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Keeping you in our prayers. God Bless.
Margaret Lorah (Prestas)
December 4, 2022
Was a childhood friend to Frank and the family, sorry for your loss. Margie Lorah (Prestas)
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