Mr. James (Jim) P. Chropowicki, 62, of Duryea, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at his home.

Born in Pittston, on January 29, 1964, he was the son of the late Peter and June Barlik Chropowicki and was a graduate of Pittston Area High School, Class of 1982, NPW Medical Center School of Nursing, Class of 1985 and King's College. He was currently employed as a care manager for UPMC, based in Pittsburgh. He formally owned and operated United Karate, Pittston.

He was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea.

Surviving is his wife, the former Ada Lutchko
Son, James (Jim) Chropowicki of Duryea
Daughter, Julie Chropowicki and her husband, Zach McCabe, of Moosic
Sister, Jane Chropowicki of Old Forge

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 10:00 am at Nativity of Our Lord Parish, 127 Stephenson Street, Duryea. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no viewing. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Rosary School, 125 Stephenson Street, Duryea, PA 18642. To leave an online condolence for Jim's family, please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

My deepest condolences to Ada, Jane, and Jim’s children. I was a former nursing student friend and collet of Jim’s long ago but we kept in touch thru the years. He was a wonderful person and friend thru the years. Sending prayers and love to you all!

Mary Lynn (Baker) Makar (1 day ago)

Sorry to hear about Jim he was a good guy.

chris schuback (19 days ago)

May James know peace and love, and may his family know strength and love through this difficult time.

Nick Radle (20 days ago)

Rest Easy Another Friend/Nurse gone way too soon

Jim Gromelski (21 days ago)

Jane, I’m so very sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. May he rest in peace in the hands of Our Lord.

Sherie Giuliano (22 days ago)

Very sorry for your loss God bless all

Jerry Kaczmarczyk (22 days ago)

Thoughts and prayers for your family, Ada, Jim, Julie and Jane.

Kirk and Colleen Jones (23 days ago)

Sincerest condolences to Jim’s family. Sad to hear of his passing so early. We had lots of good times growing up in Duryea.

Donald J. Thiede (23 days ago)

We extend our deepest sympathy.

Fred Pierantoni III (23 days ago)

Please accept my sincerest sympathies Jane, Ada and family . May he rest peacefully.

Ellen Scatena (23 days ago)

To all his family, especially Julie and Jane, I am so sorry for your loss! He was a great guy!! He will definitely be missed!

Jennifer Crum (23 days ago)

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Very sorry to hear about Jim.

Mary Elllen, Tony and Amelia Desiderio (23 days ago)

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Very sorry to hear about Jim.

James Chrowpicki (23 days ago)

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Chropowicki family. We are so sorry for your loss and are keeping all of you in our thoughts during this difficult time. We are thinking especially of Julie and her family.

Julie's friends and colleagues in the Center for Student Engagement at the University of Scranton (23 days ago)

So sorry to hear about Jim; sincere condolences to Ada, Julie and Jimmy our Eagle Scout from Duryea Troop 285. God bless you all and may the angels wrap their wings around you and give you comort as you share your precious memories of the beautiful life you all shared with him.

Ann Edwards (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss my condolences to the family.

Mary Theresa Carey (24 days ago)

Praying for all of you. May he rest in peace.

Justin Tonte (24 days ago)

We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I have such fond memories growing up with him. Our condolences go out to Jane, his wife and children. Rest easy Jim.

Paula and Joe Boyko (24 days ago)

My thoughts and prayers are with you Ada and your family. I had the pleasure of working with Jim for the past 19 years. What a great coworker and friend he was. God bless.

Anne Krupa (24 days ago)

We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Take Care.

Mary Theresa and Jan Mazur (24 days ago)

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