Ihor Peter Goletz

Ihor Peter Goletz obituary, Brookhaven, PA

Ihor Peter Goletz

Ihor Goletz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. from Oct. 29 to Oct. 30, 2025.

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Ihor Peter Goletz, 79, of Brookhaven, passed away October 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Olesia (Krywiak) Goletz. Born in Ludwigsburg, Germany, he was the youngest son of the late Mychajlo "Michael" and Stefania (Legutzka) Goletz. Peter had a life of service that started with the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War in Thailand. He then became a Pennsylvania State Trooper for 25 years. After retirement, Peter continued his life of service helping others and spending time with his three grandchildren, whom he treasured more than anything in the world, becoming the 'Swaggy Pop Pop'. Peter was a member of the VFW Post 3460 and the FOP Lodge Number 37. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: son- Andrew Goletz husband of the late Lisa Goletz, grandchildren- Liam Reilly Goletz, Ethan Ryan Goletz and Evan Rudi Goletz, brother- Theodore Goletz, sister- Mary Yaremko.
A Calling Time will be held on Saturday, November 8th 9-10AM with a Celebration of Life at 10AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow with honors at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Northampton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Peter's name to the Troopers helping Troopers Foundation care of the funeral home.

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Jim Gilliam

November 6, 2025

Condolences to Andrew and the entire Goletz family. I met Pete over 50 years ago when I first came to Pennsylvania State police media. I´ll always remember the night we rode together. I´ll always remember your friendship I want to thank you for recommending me for the job with the admissions team after I retired from the state police. I will always remember your friendship. God bless you and your family ,your friend always Jim Gilliam.

Pat Bosch

November 2, 2025

Condolences to the families I had met Him in 9th grade.. Have not seen him since then. Had that 9th grade crush. Thanking him for his service and dedication! God bless to all who knew him

Nicholas & Carol Hanych

October 31, 2025

Eternal memory! May Pete rest in peace. Love from the Hanych Family.

Grateful

October 29, 2025

Ihor,
Thank You for Your service to our country and your community.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful American

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