Edward J. Tokarski

OBITUARY

Edward J. Tokarski, 83, of Old Forge, passed away Wednesday at Geisinger Community Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Pat Roche Tokarski.

Born to the late Edward and Martha Gilroy Tokarski, Ed was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and honorably served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1964 to 1966. He retired from Tobyhanna Army Depot after 34 years of service as a supply technician.

Ed was a devoted parishioner of St. Ann’s Basilica in West Scranton.

Also surviving are his daughter, Mari Tokarski (John); his son, Jamie Tokarski (fiance, Francesca); his beloved granddaughter, Elizabeth Majewski, all of Old Forge; his cherished bonus daughter, Melissa Riefler of Old Forge, and her sons, Timothy and Tyler Riefler, whom he loved as his own grandchildren; his nephew, Paul Roche of Taylor; his sisters, Sandra Woyshnar of Scranton and Kathy Golya (Tony) of Dupont; and several other nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.

Above all, Ed treasured the life he built with his beloved wife, Pat, and the family they shared. He also shared a special bond with his faithful dog, Max, who was his constant companion and loyal best friend.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the ICU nursing staff at Geisinger Community Medical Center for the compassionate care shown to Ed during his time there.

In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Tokarski, and his sister, Pat Talapa.

The funeral will begin Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 9:15 AM from Ferri & Gillette Funeral Services, LLC, 522 Fallon St., Old Forge with Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 in St. Ann’s Basilica, 1250 St. Ann St., Scranton to be celebrated by Rev. Lee Havey, C.P., after which military honors will be accorded. Interment will be private in Cathedral Cemetery at a later date.

Relatives and friends are invited to a public viewing Wednesday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home. To leave an online condolence visit the funeral home website or Facebook page.

Edward J. Tokarski

June 3, 2026