William J. Kroski Jr.

William J. Kroski Jr. obituary, Exeter, PA

William J. Kroski Jr.

William Kroski Obituary

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William J. Kroski Jr., 66, of Exeter, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2019, in Residential Hospice Inpatient Unit Geisinger of South Wilkes-Barre.

Born in West Wyoming, he was the son of the late William and Florence Wydra Kroski. He was a graduate of Wyoming Area Class of 1970. Mr. Kroski was employed by Keystone Automotive of Exeter for 25 years. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Lowe's Distribution Center. He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church of St. Barbara Parish, Exeter. He was very active in the dart and shuffle board leagues in the area. He was an avid Eagles, Phillies and Sixers fan who loved to set sail on a cruise and spend his summer vacations in Aruba. Bill was well-known in his neighborhood for his gardening and lush lawns he worked on.

Surviving are his wife of 30 years, the former Sarah McHugh; stepson, Bob McHugh and his wife, Linda, Archbald; brother, John (Jack) Kroski and his wife, Linda, Spring Brook Twp.; Michael Kroski, West Wyoming; sister, Denise Bellanco, Nicholson.

A celebration of his life with a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Anthony of Padua Church of the Parish of St. Barbara, 224 Memorial St., Exeter, with the Rev. Michael E. Finn, pastor, officiating.

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March 21, 2025

Kathy Moretti posted to the memorial.

March 21, 2024

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March 22, 2023

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Kathy Moretti

March 21, 2025

So many years have passed but your smile never fades. Sarah keeps reminding of us how important love is

Kathy Moretti

March 21, 2024

Another year gone, but in my thought! I remember your great smile!

Kathy

March 22, 2023

When I see you Sarah, I see Bill. When I touch someone else, God allows me to have memories in return.

Kathy Moretti

March 22, 2022

So sorry Sara for your heart ache. Bill was a wonderful man and will be remembered as long as we say his name and keep him in our prayers.

Kathy Moretti

March 21, 2020

I can not believe a year has passed. You live on in our hearts and conversations. Kathy M.

Gary and Mary Magdon

March 30, 2019

Sarah so sorry to hear about Bill's passing our pray's are with you

Nick and Trish Colangelo

March 30, 2019

Prayers,Love and Hugs Sarah

Danny Blaine

March 29, 2019

Sarah so sorry for your loss . Prayers to you and your family.

Joe Erzar

March 29, 2019

Sorry about Billy's passing. He was a good guy and very funny.

March 29, 2019

So sorry for your loss.
Danielle Peck

March 29, 2019

Losing someone that we love never comes easy. It is truly heartbreaking. May God's promises in Isaiah 65:17 comfort and help you.

David Zack

March 29, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was my lunch time buddy when we were classmates at Wyoming Area. May he rest in peace & May God Bless him & all his loved ones.
Dave Zack

March 29, 2019

This is the day the Lord has made;let is rejoice and be glad in it.

Kathy Moretti

March 29, 2019

My sweet Sarah,
Draw upon the comfort and strength of GOD he is with you at all times and in all places. YOU...ARE IN ME AND I AM IN YOU. John 17:21 Sincerely with love, Kathy

Bill Stout

March 29, 2019

I'm very sorry to hear of Billy's passing I haven't seen him in recent years but we were good friends in high school God bless you and your family my friend and rest in peace

Edward Tonart

March 29, 2019

So sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was a wonderful person and a dear friend .He will be deeply missed.
Ed Tonart

March 29, 2019

I'm so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love Gaye

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