Mt. Carmel - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John J. "Wimpy" Kwiatkowski, 80, of Mount Carmel, Pa. who died suddenly on February 15, 2025, while enjoying one of his favorite sports, shuffleboard.

John was raised in Atlas, Pa. and attended Mount Carmel Area High School, where he both wrestled and played football for the Red Tornadoes.  He was the son of John and Jean Cripps Kwiatkowski. He spent much of his youth with his grandmother.

Upon graduation, John joined the workforce, eventually settling into banking and finance. He married the love of his life, Carol Keefer, in 1965 and had four children. Rod, his wife Kim, Ranae Amezquita, her husband, Joe, Rachel Chesney, her husband, Jeff, and Reagan Haberl, her husband, Jeff. Together they had eight grandchildren, Ralene Kwiatkowski, Kyle, Katelyn, and Kelsey Amezquita, Nicholas and Derek Chesney, and Olivia and Luke Haberl. Three great-grandchildren, Natalia, Aubrey, and Zoey Pino. He had the pleasure of seeing them graduate from college, marrying, and having children. This gave him tremendous pride.

John spent much of his time nurturing young athletes by coaching Holy Spirit football and the American Hose baseball teams. An avid sports fan, he followed all his children in their sports careers. Known for his affable personality and good humor, he was a popular figure and well known in Mount Carmel. He always had a smile and a good wish for all those in his company. He was a loyal member of the Mount Carmel Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was well loved and will be greatly missed by devoted family and many good friends.

John was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and brother, Jim Vitale. May he rest in peace after a life well lived. His love will forever be our guiding light!

Funeral service will be held on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 3 p.m. with Father Bernard Wamayose, A J, officiating in the C.J. Lucas Funeral Home, 27 N. Vine St., Mt. Carmel, C J Lucas IV, Supervisor. Visitation will be held in the Funeral Home from noon until the time of the Funeral Service. Burial will be private and held at the convenience of the family. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.cjlucasfuneralhome.com