Stanley J. Broskey

Stanley Joseph Broskey of Holland, PA, passed away on February 5, 2026. He was 89. Stanley was born in Philadelphia, PA on March 19, 1936 to the late Stanley and Anna (nee Snajkowski) Broskey. He was the husband to the late Mary Pat (nee Fonash) Broskey who passed away in 2022 at the age of 76.

Stanley was a Chemist, Forensic Scientist, Toxicologist and Professional Photographer. He went to St. Joseph Preparatory H.S. and St. Joseph University. for both Undergraduate (BS in Pre-Med) and Masters Programs (MS in Chemistry). Later, he earned his PhD from LaSalle University (Chemical Dependency/Applied Technology). He taught Criminology & Criminalistics at various institutions including Bucks County Community College and Saint Joe's and published over 30 articles.

Stanley always had a quest for knowledge, loving to read, watch war documentaries or home repair shows. He had a passion for gardening and home improvement projects. Stanley played 7 musical instruments and was in the Mummers when he was a teen. Stanley was extremely proud of his Polish and Lithuanian heritage, and especially of his family. He loved to joke with people, including endlessly repeating his favorite jokes. He loved all animals including his rescue Yorkies, parakeets he took home from lab he worked in, and the deer for which he made nightly sandwiches. He was a devoted Catholic and member of St.Bede's Parish in Holland for 56 years.

Stanley is survived by his children: Michelle M. Broskey, Stanley A. Broskey (Suzanne), and his grandchildren Christina Broskey, Jessica Broskey and Julianna Broskey.

Relatives and friends are invited to Stanley's Life Celebration on Friday, February 13, 2026 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. followed by his Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery.

Family services are entrusted to the McGhee-Givnish Life Celebration Home, 215-355-0902.