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Robert Kuzminski Obituary
NANTICOKE — Robert E. Kuzminski Sr., age 87, of Nanticoke, passed away peacefully at Celtic Hospice Inpatient Unit of Geisinger South Wilkes Barre on Thursday, May 18, 2017.
Born Aug. 11, 1929, in Larksville, he was the son of the late Stephen and Anna Kuzminski Erwine.
He was a member of All Saints Parish, Plymouth. Robert was a graduate of Larksville High School and attended King's College and received his bachelor of arts degree in economics. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force in the Korean War. Prior to his retirement in 1992, he had been employed by various manufacturing companies throughout the area as a time-study engineer.
Robert was an avid bowler, participating in several bowling leagues throughout the area. He greatly enjoyed golfing and watching the Philadelphia Phillies. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends, especially his children and his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Anna (Nancy) Kuzminski; and his brother, Stephen Kuzminski.
Surviving are his children, Karen Small, of Whitehouse Station, N.J., Robert Kuzminski Jr. and his wife, Charmaine, of Nanticoke, Diane Zezza and her husband, Charles, of Greenbrook, N.J., Jodie Skayhan and her husband, William, of Bridgewater, N.J. and Kathy Dwyer and her husband, Brian, of Mountain Top; nine grandchildren, Christopher Small, Kelly and Katie Kuzminski, Nikki Zezza, Rachel, Ashley and Will Skayhan and Brian and Matthew Dwyer; sister-in-law, Catherine Loke, of Larksville.
Funeral will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday from the S.J. Grontkowski Funeral Home, 530 W. Main St., Plymouth, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in All Saints Parish, Plymouth. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township. Family and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday and from 8:30 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday.
Robert's family would especially like to thank the nurses and staff at Celtic Hospice Inpatient Unit Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre for their care and compassion.
In lieu of flowers, contributions, if desired, may be made in Robert's memory to Celtic Hospice Inpatient Unit Geisinger South Wilkes Barre, 25 Church St., Wilkes Barre, PA 18765.
To submit online condolences to Robert's family, visit www.sjgrontkowskifuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Kuzminski
Johnnie Rawlinson
February 14, 2023
I knew Mr. Kuzminski as Leah´s father. The love and devotion they shared was obvious to anyone who saw them together. He was always kind, considerate, and genuinely interested in the well-being of everyone he encountered. I am truly grateful to have known him for so many years. He was a wonderful example and will be sorely missed. We will be praying for comfort for the family in this time of tremendous loss.
Lovingly,
The Rawlinson Family
Mark Sosnowski
May 13, 2021
My dear cousin!
karen pollard kellam
June 13, 2017
hey.. forgot to say in my message that I was Pollard from church street when you lived on ENO street in Plymouth .. Your parents were both so welcoming .. Hugs to you all and to you Diane (my childhood friend)
May 24, 2017
Our Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your Dad . We enjoyed the friendship of your Dad and your Mom, and the many years on Oak St. Joe and Marg Zyblewski. West Chester, Pa.
Tom Selecky
May 23, 2017
I was sad to hear of Bob Sr.'s passing. I will always remember the times we played golf on Saturdays with Homer and the whole crew. He will be sadly missed. May God bless Bob, Charmaine and the entire family.
Butch Schrader
May 22, 2017
One of the best neighbors anyone could ask for .... Madison will miss you, and all the cookies ..lol ...as well as me and my family !! Rest In Peace my friend
Wendy Kelley
May 21, 2017
All my love and condolences to the whole Kuzminski clan. Kath, I have the fondest memories of your father. Your home was like a second home to me always filled with love and warmth. Your Dad and whole family always made me feel so welcome. He was a wonderful, dear man that shines through in your whole family!!
Joanne McDade
May 21, 2017
Thinking about all of you. Your parents were the salt of the earth. God bless.
karen pollard kellam
May 21, 2017
Sending condolences from Baltimore. I remember both your parents lovingly. Back when neighborhoods were great!!! Wish I lived closer..i would be there
Mark Sosnowski
May 20, 2017
so sad to hear the passing of my cousin, sympathies to his sister, and children.
Kathy McIntyre
May 20, 2017
Diane and family,
This is exactly how I remember your dad from every time I was at you home on Oak St. He was always smiling and welcoming me into your home. I wish I was closer to celebrate his life at the Mass on Tues. Please know I will offer him up in prayer. Kevin and my deepest sympathies are with you.
Love,
Kathy
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