\t\t\tWalter Pritchyk, Jr. \t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\tOBITUARY\t\t<\/p>\n
Walter Pritchyk, Jr., a longtime resident of Falls, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Allied Hospice in Scranton following a recent illness. He was 70 years old. He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Marie (Dobrowolski) Pritchyk, whom he married on October 18, 1980. Together they built a life centered on family, faith, hard work, and service to others.<\/p>\n
\nBorn on December 4, 1955, in Old Forge, Walter was the son of the late Walter, Sr. and Eleanor (Horyczon) Pritchyk. A proud graduate of Old Forge High School\u2019s Class of 1973, he continued his education at Mansfield University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 1977. Following college, Walter dedicated much of his professional career to public service through the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, retiring from SCI Waymart. Never one to sit still, he later worked as a background investigator for CACI.<\/p>\n
\nWalter believed strongly in giving back to the communities that meant so much to him. For decades, he was an active member of the Falls Lions Club, where he formed lasting friendships and was honored as a Lion of the Year. He generously volunteered his time at Seven Loaves Soup Kitchen in Tunkhannock and remained a faithful lifelong member of St. Michael\u2019s Orthodox Church in Old Forge. Whether through organized service or simple acts of kindness, Walter was always willing to lend a hand and support those around him.<\/p>\n
\nOutside of work and volunteerism, Walter found joy in life\u2019s simple pleasures. He loved spending time fishing and enjoying the outdoors, and making memories with family and friends. For many years, he owned a home in North Wildwood, New Jersey, where he enjoyed the shore and worked at Morey\u2019s Piers. Those who knew Walter will remember his steady presence, his willingness to help others, and the pride he took in being a husband, father, and friend.<\/p>\n
\nAbove all else, Walter\u2019s greatest source of pride was his family. He is survived by his daughter, Attorney Emily Pritchyk, and her partner, Hayley Glah, of Bridgeport; his sister, Debbie (Pritchyk) Walls and her husband, Rev. Bob Walls, of Old Forge; his aunt, Sonia Buberniak of Uniondale; as well as numerous nephews, cousins, and extended family members. He shared a particularly close bond with his cousin, John Pritchyk of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, who was often regarded as the brother he never had. In addition to his parents, Walter was preceded in death by his twin daughters, Sarah Elizabeth and Jessica Sadie Pritchyk.<\/p>\n
\nWalter\u2019s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the physicians, nurses, and staff of Allied Hospice for the compassionate care and support they provided throughout his illness.<\/p>\n
\nFuneral services will be held Monday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael\u2019s Orthodox Church, 512 Summer Street, Old Forge, with services celebrated by Walter\u2019s cousin, Rev. David Shewczyk. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Family and friends may pay their respects at the church on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Those attending are asked to proceed directly to the church.<\/p>\n
\nIn lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Walter\u2019s memory to the Falls Lions Club, P.O. Box 15, Falls, PA 18615.<\/p>\n
\nArrangements are under the care of the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., Old Forge.<\/p>\n
\nWalter Pritchyk, Jr.<\/p>\n
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