Joseph M. Rutkowski
OBITUARY
Joseph M. Rutkowski, of West Scranton, died unexpectedly Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, at his home. He was 61 years of age.
Born in Scranton, son of the late Joseph John and Pearl Cookie Loyek Rutkowski, he was a graduate of Scranton Tech High School and Penn State- Scranton, where he earned a degree in electrical engineering. Joe was employed by AT&T, WEA Mfg., and lastly, Sanofi Pasteur in Swiftwater.
A lifelong enthusiast of electronics, he had a remarkable ability to understand how things worked. His passion naturally grew into automation and programming, where he found satisfaction in creating solutions, improving efficiency, and bringing ideas to life through technology.
Surviving are his children, Matthew Griffiths of Meeker, CO, Cassie Rutkowski of Scranton, Danielle Rutkowski of Ames, IA, and Joseph Rutkowski II of Scranton; two grandchildren, Olivia Griffiths and Aurora Rutkowski; and a sister, Lynn Andreoli (husband Bernie) of Old Forge.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Ferri & Gillette Funeral Services, LLC, 522 Fallon St., Old Forge. To leave an online condolence visit the funeral home website or Facebook page.
Joseph M. Rutkowski
January 2, 2026