2386 State Route 118
Hunlock Creek, PA 18621
Phone: (570) 477-2500
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Fr Richard Fox posted a condolence
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Henry was an intelligent man who loved all he could. He always made time for dinners with me & Doreen & CJ. No matter where we went it was always a blast. We may not have agreed on the topics along the way, but we were respectful of each others opinions. I truly admired him for all his accomplishments with the military and his government job too. I hope to inspire others like he did me!
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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
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Dear Hank,
I could write an entire letter about all the ways you have loved me. Like when I came down with the flu in grade school, and you would pick me up wonton soup everyday, because you knew it was my favorite. Or when you went out of your way to take me down to the Harrisburg Outdoorsman Expo for the first time, to further foster my love of the outdoors. You attended each and every school event, pushed me to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout & Order of the Arrow and always sung Happy Birthday to me in your own whimsical way with Mom, never missing a single one.
I could write an entire letter about all the ways you have helped me. Like when you drove Mom and I all over to visit colleges in Connecticut, Pennsylvania & Maryland. Boy, we sure had some stories to tell after those road trips! You had helped Nicole and I purchase our first home, helped us move and helped with countless renovations both inside and out. Mom would always find subtle ways to tell us how excited you were when we would call you up to help with the next big project. This also allowed Nicole and I the space and ability to start a family of our own. You were so happy and excited to come over every Sunday with Mom, pastries in hand, to hold and play with Maddy! I would call you each year during hunting season, often having to hike a hundred or two yards away just to get phone reception to let you know I had gotten that buck I was after. You would always rush right over, even if I didn't need you to, just to lend a hand. I realize now, that you knew I had it covered, but you simply wanted to share in my moment of success.
I could write an entire letter about all the ways you had shared your favorite places and pastimes with me. Like scouting up at Camp Minsi, Acahela & Goose Pond. We had countless fishing trips at Lily Lake, Moon Lake, Grassy Pond & Harvey's Creek, just to name a few. I remember hooking into that monster rainbow trout in the Delaware River, and that 36" walleye in the Susquehanna River, by Bowman's Creek. You were going to have it mounted for me, but he managed to bend the hook straight on the stringer and he got away. Remember trout stocking with Jim Stout in Fishing Creek? I still have that photo of me holding that big Palomino before releasing it into the creek. That was the first time I had ever saw one. . . You took Mom, Dakota and I on that 20 mile hike in the Lehigh Gorge, where you had to constantly reassure Mom that our destination was always "Just around the next bend". Nicole and I still talk about our trips with you, Mom and the family down to Shenandoah & the Luray Caverns, and all the scenic stops on Skyline Drive. It's a shame you never got to see little Maddy down there - she would absolutely love the sights and wildlife! As far as hunting goes, you taught me everything I know. You were so proud of me when I got my first deer, (and 8 point buck), off of our property at our house. You came up to help me drag it out. I could have done it myself, but didn't want to take that moment away from you, so I waited up on the hill until it was pitch black out when you got there. I found my first shed antler while we were hiking out too! It is still proudly displayed our our mantle to this day. Getting two deer with one bullet was a fun story, one that you would proudly tell time and time again for years to come. Let's not talk about the buck at the bottom of the ravine though. . . That was a rough recovery for sure!
I could write an entire letter about all the things I love about you - Your sense of humor, the way you want the people you love to succeed and the ways you support them in doing that, your thoughtfulness, your unwavering values & principles and how you would always remain genuine, both to yourself and others. Cooking family meals, planning simple little day adventures & trips, your breakfast outings with Nicole, or even just a few perfectly timed kind words, all of which will be sadly missed, but happily cherished.
With that being said, the thing I want to focus on in this letter the most is the way you have impacted me. Some of the things I value most about myself are my strong work ethic, moral compass, knowledge of the trades & my ability to be self-sufficient - All of which I have you to thank for. I might not have thanked you as often as I should have, but somehow you knew how thankful I was regardless. Furthermore, the knowledge you have shared with me about he outdoors has given me a gift that I was able to utilize to create an endless list of memories not only with you and I, but with all of my friends as well. Hunting, fishing, hiking, camping & simply enjoying nature for all it's beauty are my deepest passions in life, and I have you and Pop-pop to thank for that. They keep me humble and grounded. Please take solace in knowing that I will be sharing this same knowledge and instilling these same principles in Madelynn, in the hopes that she too can one day not only make new memories of her own, but also carry on these traditions and keep the memory of her Pop-pop alive and well.
All good things in life must eventually come to an end, and I suppose this letter is also bound by those same constraints, so I'll leave you with this - "Thank You for All the Memories". Such simple words, but such an infinite meaning. Be at peace, now is your time. No more pain. No more suffering. Walk hand in hand with the Lord, for now it is time to begin a new adventure of your own. Our hunts may be over, our fishing trips drawn to a close. But, every time I feel that breeze on my face, a tug on that line or see that majestic buck standing tall in a field, just know that I will be thinking of you. I understand it was your time to go. Don't worry, I'll draw that last arrow and take that last cast for you -
Most importantly of all,
I LOVE YOU DAD !!!
- Love, your son Michael -
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Joanne Long posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Henry was always there to help when needed; he was an intelligent man. There was nothing he could not do, except make poppy and nut rolls. That was a fun time. What a mess we made in their kitchen.
He, Doreen and I would help each other with the spreading of mulch, cutting Christmas trees in my back yard; he repaired solid wood furniture legs for my daughter Cathy’s house (mover
broke it).
He was a great cook especially the Holiday dinners everyone looked forward to.
The trips made with Henry, Doreen, and other family members to Knobel’s Park were always fun. Saturday breakfast was an added treat!
Henry was a great husband to his wife Doreen, a wonderful father and mentor to his son Michael and wife Nicole. But best of all a great grand father (pop-pop) to little Maddy. She, I believe, misses him more than we will know. I believe Henry is watching over his family. God takes only the best to be by his side.
Rest in peace Henry.
Your (favorite) Aunt Joanne Long
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Jeff Boberick uploaded photo(s)
Monday, October 14, 2024
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We first met Henry twenty some years ago when the Virginia Boberick’s journeyed to PA for our yearly summer vacation. As visitation days turned into years, we became good friends as the conversation always centered on the great outdoors.
Hank was a Nanticoke boy to his core and he was especially proud of his involvement with the Nanticoke Conservation Club and the good things they do in the area.
With Hank, deer hunting took on a whole new meaning as several family members would gather at the “Karpinski Hunting Camp” to take part in and enjoy the yearly rituals of stand selection and spinning a tale or two while tipping back a refreshing drink. Hank brought a piece of Nanticoke to us in recent years when he and Doreen joined us on October trips to Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park. This visit was highlighted by Sanitary Bakery pastries for breakfast and a whip cream cake for dessert. Hank also took the time to shop for and buy large quantities of Middleswarth chips that are not available in Virginia but craved by the Virginia Boberick family. The SNP hikes were legendary not only for the 360 degree mountain top views and outdoor beauty, but also because the hikes that were supposed to be short and easy, always ended with multiple questions of “how much farther do we have to go” and always responded with “not much farther” or “we’re almost there.” Ultimately, the hikes ended with “It didn’t seem that long the last time we hiked it.”
Hank was a special person, respectful, kind, polite, honest and friendly to young and old alike. He never met a stranger he wouldn’t talk to and he always had a smile on his face. His questions weren’t meant for the simple answers, he truly wanted to know how you were doing as well as the children and grand children.
He treated Mom and Dad like he was one of their boys and when he married Doreen, he became one. Hank liked being part of a big family. He loved Doreen, Michael and Nicole but he especially loved being a Pop-Pop to Maddy.
Time is fleeting but you will never be forgotten. Until we meet again,
Jeff and Julia Boberick
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Steve & Cyndi Boberick posted a condolence
Thursday, October 3, 2024
After reading all that people wrote about Hank, No words can describe how genuine he really was. In the 20+ years my wife Cyndi and I knew him, he treated people like he wanted to be treated. Kind, Thoughtful, Loving, Understanding, and Knowledgeable, always made you feel welcome. He will be truly missed, but never forgotten.
In Loving Memory,
Cyndi & Steve Boberick
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Erin Woodruff-Notari posted a condolence
Sunday, September 29, 2024
I've known *Hank* literally my entire life and he was one of the most kindest human beings I have ever meant. Not a mean bone in his body. He will be greatly missed.
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Michael Hudzik posted a condolence
Thursday, September 26, 2024
On behalf of The Department of General Services, we offer our condolences to Hank’s family. I met Hank about 24 years ago when he first started his career with Department of General Services. Over those 24 years I got to know Hank professionally as well as personally. Hank was dedicated to his craft and was dedicated to his position with the Department of General Services. He developed a close working relationship with everyone involved in a project. Personally, he always asked me about my bride, my pup, and my mom. We also had many discussions regarding hunting updates and other outdoor activities. He was always genuinely interested in having a good conversation. His love for Doreen and Michael was evident in the way that he spoke so highly of them and for how proud he was of everything they accomplished. Hank retired and remained in touch, sending me a text at the holidays or just a text asking how everything was going. He was a man of integrity and an all-around good guy. He will be missed by all that were fortunate to know him.
Sincerely Mike Hudzik
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Doreen Karpinski uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
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Thank You for the pleasure of being your bride … Kodi and I miss you …
I love you Henry …
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Gary Gronkowski posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Henry was a true gentleman and a caring friend. We can all consider ourselves lucky to have known him. He will be missed by all of us in the Nanticoke Conservation Club.
The breakfast meetings will not be the same without him. Forever in our hearts and minds.
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Tuesday, September 24, 2024
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