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Walter Krolikowski Obituary

Walter F. Krolikowski, 83, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Feb. 1, 2026, at Allied Services Hospice Center, Wilkes-Barre.

He was born in Nanticoke, a son of the late John and Josephine Bonk Krolikowski. He was a 1960 graduate of Northwest High School. Walter was employed for many years as a mechanic, having worked for Bruni Auto Sales in West Nanticoke and later at Stackhouse Auto Electric in Exeter, Rymer Automotive in Wilkes-Barre, and McCarthy Tire in Wilkes-Barre, prior to his retirement. He also coached the Road Runners women's softball team in the Wilkes-Barre Rec. Dept. Women's Softball League from 1992-1998.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Karen Wren Krolikowski, in 2021; son, Kevin Long; brother, Matthew Krolikowski; and sisters, Anna Novakowski, Caroline Bressman, and Christine Wilson.

Walter is survived by his sons, Michael Krolikowski, Nanticoke; David Krolikowski and his wife, Connie, Pittston; and Robert Long and his wife, Bonnie, and their daughter, Brittany; grandson, Christopher Krolikowski; and nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday from Nat Gawlas Jordan Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre, with Deacon William Behm officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 a.m. to service time.

Interment will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Hanover Township.

Condolences may be sent by visiting Walter's obituary at www.ngjfuneral.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Times Leader from Feb. 4 to Feb. 5, 2026.

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Linda Cituk McAdarra

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Dear David and Connie, so sorry for your loss, love prayers and support being sent to you both. Sincerely, Linda Cituk McAdarra

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