John Karwoski Obituary
John J. Karwoski, 80, passed away on Sep. 5, 2025. He was born Mar. 2, 1945 in Philadelphia to the late Joseph and Stephanie (Cieplicki) Karwoski. John was the loving husband of Michaeline (Szlener) Karwoski for 59 years. He graduated from Northeast Catholic High School in 1963, and would go on to be a Lab Technician for many years at Rohm & Haas/DOW, retiring in 2007. John was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church. He was a big fan of the Phillies, Eagles, & Flyers. John also enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger days.
John is survived by his wife Michaeline; children Matthew Karwoski and Jennifer Flynn (John); grandchildren Brandon Flynn (Lindsay) and Kevin Flynn; great granddaughter Lydia Flynn; and many other loving family and friends. He is predeceased by his parents and sister Carol Szymkowiak.
Per his request, there will be no services.
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