George J. Bobko Jr.

Family and friends will be received at the funeral home on Tuesday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM.

A funeral service will be held at 6:00 PM.

Cremation will be held privately.

George J. Bobko Jr., 72, of Kingston entered into eternal rest on the morning of Tuesday February 17, 2026 at his home. He was born August 10, 1953 in Queens, NY, the son of the late George J. Bobko and Theresa Kraytak Bobko.

He was a 1972 graduate of Kingston High School and attended trade school to become a Tool and Die-Marker. he held many jobs over his lifetime, most notably at Hercules/Dyno Nobel, Schatz Bearing Corp, Arconic and Home Depot. Besides being a Tool and Die-Maker, he was a machinist and an awesome bartender during the 1980's. George also owned his own successful business "Bobko Custom Tile". He was a proud Veteran of the United States Air Force serving from 1969-1973. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW.

George refused to give up working even with his increasing ill health. His passing was sudden as he was getting ready for work. He loved gambling and going to casinos. He loved a good time. He enjoyed a cocktail around a campfire with good friends. He was an avid coin collector. He was enamored with Native American Lore and wolves. Old Western movies were his favorite. He was a devoted communicant of St. John's Reformed Church in Upper Red Hook. George was a giving soul and an unforgettable, unique character who will live forever in the hearts of the people who knew him. He made many friends along the way with his friendly nature and generosity.

George is survived by his sweetheart, Helona Nealis-Puma of Kingston, his ex-wife Lorraine Timlin and her son Christopher Dugan of Kingston, cousins Julia Foster, Dan Schillinger (Vita) and Fred Schillinger (Anne) of Long Island. He is also survived by lifelong friends who were as family, Holly Kinstrey Swart, Ed Lasagni and Carol Demand. He leaves behind many other friends who loved him dearly including Josh and Carmella Cservak. He also leaves behind his faithful canine companion, Oreo. George will be greatly missed.