John M. Kwiatkowski Jr., age 74, of Wilmington, DE, passed away on October 13, 2019. John proudly served in the U.S. Army in Panama and retired from Chrysler after 30 years of dedicated service. He also retired from Mill Creek Fire Company after 50 years, during which he served in various capacities, including treasurer and a member of the ambulance staff. John was deeply proud of his Polish heritage, which was a significant part of his life. He was a devoted member of St. John the Beloved Parish and will be greatly missed.

John is survived by his sisters, Mary Ann Kwiatkowski and Jane Juhrden; his niece, Kristen Juhrden; and an uncle, aunts, and numerous cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, John Sr. and Mary (Krol) Kwiatkowski.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2019, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 Churchmans Rd., Newark, DE 19702, followed by a service in celebration of John’s life at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Mill Creek Fire Company, 3808 Kirkwood Hwy., Wilmington, DE 19808, or St. John the Beloved, St. Vincent DePaul Society, 908 Milltown Rd., Wilmington, DE 19808.