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Peter Bonczewski Jr.

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Peter Bonczewski Obituary

P eter Joseph Bonczewski, Jr., age 28, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away at the VA Medical Center, Nashville, TN, on Monday, May 30, 2005, following a lengthy and heroic battle with leukemia. He was born on July 31, 1976, a son of Peter J. and Mary E. (Rames) Bonczewski of Wilkes-Barre.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife and best friend, Kari (Stewart) Bonczewski of Wilkes-Barre; sister, Dawn Marie of Bryn Mawr; and brother, Christopher of Wilkes-Barre. Peter is also survived by an astonishing number of very close friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, William and Mary (Ellis) Bonczewski, and maternal grandparents, John and Anna (Lapka) Rames.
Peter graduated from GAR Memorial High School in 1994. After graduating, he attended Wilkes University and worked for Acme/Bilo Market. In 1999, Peter joined the US Coast Guard and achieved the rank of Quartermaster 2nd class, while serving on the USCGC Dauntless, home ported out of Galveston, TX.
Peter enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and spending joint time with friends.
The funeral will be Friday from the Mamary-Durkin Funeral Home, Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre, with services in St. Anthony’s Maronite Church, Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre, at 9:30 a.m. Peter’s uncle, Msgr. William D. Bonczewski and Rev. Bartholomew Leon will officiate. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover. Friends may call on Thursday, June 2, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.

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Published by Times Leader on Jun. 1, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Bonczewski

14 Entries

Jared Means

February 6, 2006

To the Bonczewski family,

I was deeply saddened this week to hear about Pete's passing. He was always a good friend, and made those days on the boat just a little more bearable. I'll never forget Pete, and I look forward to seeing him again someday.

Jared Means

Jaime Schofield

June 8, 2005

To the Bonczewski family,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this difficult time. Peter was always such a delight to take care of at HUP, he always had a smile no matter how he felt that day. Kari or Dawn if you ever feel up to it please email me, I would love to hear from you. Please take care.

Jaime Schofield Rhoads 6

Christopher Compton

June 6, 2005

To the Bonczewski family,

Both my wife and I want to express our condolences on Pete's loss. I had the pleasure of knowing him through the Boy Scouts when we were younger, and he was always one to make us laugh. Having recently gone through a difficult loss ourselves, we feel your pain, and though words can sometimes seem cliche, I know that the Lord will watch over and comfort you.

God Bless,

Christopher and Heather Compton

Ron Trimble

June 6, 2005

To the Bonczewski family,

My wife and I a deeply saddened by your loss. Peter was a great kid and I will surely never forget all the great times I spent with him in the Boy Scouts. Troop 11 will never forget him.

God Bless.

Ron and Jen (Taylor) Trimble

Brian Fuller

June 2, 2005

To the Bonczewski Family, I had the honor and privilege of serving with Pete on the USCGC Dauntless during 2001. He was a GREAT shipmate, and will be missed by all. He stood the watch. His skills as a Quartermaster assured our safety at sea, time and time again. Myself and all his shipmates had many many great times with Pete on the boat and during all the port calls that took us throughout the Caribbean. He was a Great Sailor, but even a better person. I am saddened to hear of his passing. My thoughts are prayers are with you.

Brian T. Fuller

Laura Kittrick-Dokus

June 2, 2005

Pete was a friend to everybody. He always knew how to light up a room. My sympathy goes out to all his family and friends. He will be missed by everyone. He was truly a wonderful person!

Heather (Ontko) Bielski

June 1, 2005

To All of Pete's family, I would like to express my deepest sympathy. Pete was a very big part of my life throughout high school and college. He will be greatly missed. To his parents, you raised a son that you could be very proud of. He had a good head on his shoulders and a very kind and giving heart. To Kari, I am sorry I never had the chance to meet you. I wish that you had more time to spend with Pete but I know that you are thankful for the time you did have. I did not know of Pete's illness but I am thankful that he will no longer be suffering and that he is resting in a much better place. Pete, thanks for being the person that you were.

Bridget Fonash

June 1, 2005

On behalf of all of the nursing staff on Rhoads 6 @ HUP, I was deeply saddened to hear that Peter had lost his courageous battle w/leukemia. I had the pleasure of knowing Peter & Kari during Peter's many admissions to HUP. Peter could always be counted on to have a friendly smile on his face & an upbeat attitude no matter how bad he was feeling physically. He was certainly a "popular" patient on the floor among the staff & other patients. The grace & courage with which he faced his disease were inspirational to many! Kari, Dawn & Peter's family....know that you are in our thoughts & prayers & that Peter is at peace & will be your personal guardian angel. Take care.

Jason Swoboda

June 1, 2005

Pete, I will always remember the good times we had growing up going to Knobles, Hershey, Cooperstown. Also how could I forget all the hilarious games at my mom's house with you,Dawn and Chris. You were like a big brother to me growing up. At least I know you are not suffering anymore and you're watching down on everyone.

chris shehwen

June 1, 2005

pete was a great friend of mine. Ive known him for years through youth group at our church.He always had a big smile on his face and was always up-beat.His sister Dawn is the same way. He will be greatly missed by many people.

Cindy Perlick

June 1, 2005

Dear Kari,

Unfortunately, I never had the chance to meet Peter. I remember times when we'd talk and I'd say "your husband" and we'd laugh because in my eyes you were my little Kari, still about 8 years old. But throughout Peter's illness, I've watched you grow. And I am so proud of the woman you've grown to be. Peter fought the good fight and you fought it with him every step of the way. At times like this there are really no words that I can say that would comfort you other than that Peter is finally at peace. But he will never be gone, Kari, because he will live in your heart forever. Be strong, just as Peter was. God will see you through this just as He has throughout your marriage. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

With deepest sympathy and love, Cindy

Maureen Littleton

June 1, 2005

We've watched you go through so much with grace and dignity. You've taught us how to love each other and were a true inspiration. Not a day will go by when we don't think of you. So many of us will miss you and will always hold you close to us in our minds and hearts. We love you.

Uncle Chuck and Aunt Ann Hoyle

June 1, 2005

Peter's life was filled with an abundance of special and close relationships, a true measure of a wonderful life. He was loved by all. We will miss him dearly.

Teri & Billy Shehwen

June 1, 2005

To all of Pete's family, we would like to express our sincere sympathy and deep sorrow in this difficult time. We knew Pete for many years and he was an asset to our youth group and to our church. We will always remember him for his kindness and gentle way. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and may you be consoled in knowing that he is resting peacefully with Jesus.

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