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Michael Pinkoski Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — Michael J. Pinkoski, 56, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023 in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
Born in Kingston, Michael was the son of the late Ronald J. and Rosalee B. Kotarski Pinkoski. He was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from King's College in chemistry. Prior to his retirement he was employed as a chemist by the Kirby Memorial Health Center, Wilkes-Barre.
Michael loved to travel, especially his trips to England and Las Vegas, and he relished his vacations to the Outer Banks, North Carolina. Michael was a fan of the Phillies, Minnesota Vikings, and all motor sports. He enjoyed watching and playing golf, and was a soccer enthusiast. Michael will be remembered for being the best dog sitter.
Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, was a sister, Angela M. Pinkoski, in 1994. Surviving are his brother and sisters: Stephanie Hogan and her companion, Don Rorick, Wilkes-Barre; Ronald J. Pinkoski, Jr. and his wife, Traycie, Chesapeake, Va.; Melissa A. Heely, and her husband, Jack, Willow Grove; Rebecca A. Pinkoski, Kingston; nephew, Ronald J. Pinkoski III and nieces: Samantha and Danica Pinkoski, all of Chesapeake, Va.; aunt, Geraldine Larkin, Kingston; uncle, Stephen Wolinsky, Plymouth; and several cousins.
Friends and relatives are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 5 to 8 p.m., Monday, May 22, at Hugh P. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, Inc., 416 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston. Funeral and interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations in Michael's name may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Kitchen, 39 E. Jackson St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. Online condolences may be made to www.hughpboyleandsonfuneralhomeinc.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Pinkoski
C Eugene Rosser
May 26, 2023
Dear Becky and Family,
My sincerest sympathy for your loss of Michael. I think of Heaven as a Garden where we shall find again those dear ones who made our World.
Gene
Mary Schaffer
May 22, 2023
Ron and Steph and family - we are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts. Bob and Mary Schaffer
Mary Rorick
May 21, 2023
Steph and family,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Don and Mary Rorick
Dana Piscopo
May 18, 2023
Oh how he will be missed. The adventures you all had together, and those that you allowed me to tag along with. He was a wonderful, wonderful human. I won´t soon forget the cuckoo clock. Lots of love, hugs, prayers, and memories. Love to you all. Dana
Nancy Heely Lentz
May 18, 2023
We loved it when he visited us in England! We made some wonderful memories. I´m so sorry and my deepest condolences to you and your family!
Eric Jones
May 18, 2023
I can't thank Mike enough for the guidance and mentorship he had early in my career. I learned so many lessons in the few years we worked together, both professional and life lessons. He was always kind and understanding. He will be missed.
Debbie Wilkes
May 17, 2023
Mikey was the nicest kindest person! Always a smile on his face, a true gentleman, with a heart of gold. Sending our love and sympathy to the Pinkoski family . Love your childhood neighbors , Debbie Walters Wilkes, Gwen , big Jim and Jimmy Walters.
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