Edward W. Nawrocki July 13, 1948 - September 2, 2024

Edward W. Nawrocki, 76, of Macungie, passed away in his home on Monday, September 2, 2024. He was the husband of Carol M. (Spada) Nawrocki. They celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary in May 2024. Born in Bayonne, NJ, he was the son of the late Walter and Josephine (Vitone) Nawrocki. Edward spent his entire career as a technician, starting with Western Electric and retiring from Infinera in 2015. He enjoyed geocaching, kayaking, playing bingo and taking long drives. Edward especially liked taking long drives to get doughnuts, Yum-Yum and Maryann’s being his favorites. He loved going to the New Jersey shore and spending time on the boardwalk. Edward was happiest when he was spending time with his family.

Survivors: Wife, Carol; Son: James M. Nawrocki and his wife Jillian of Allentown; Daughter: Christine Mellendorf and her husband Gregory of Macungie; Grandchildren: Micah and Sophia Mellendorf; Reid and Madison Nawrocki; Sister: Josephine Smyczynski of Bayonne, NJ and her sons Michael and Robert Smyczynski.

Services: 1 pm Monday, Stephens Funeral Home, Inc., 274 N. Krocks Road, Allentown, PA 18106, with a calling hour from noon to 1 pm in the funeral home. www.stephensfuneral.com

Contributions: Parkinson’s Foundation, ATTN: Donor Services, 5757 Waterford District Drive, Suite 310, Miami FL 33126. OR Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, PO Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741.