Walter Peter Kosek, 72, of South Beaver Township, passed Wednesday, March 6, 2024 in the Beaver Valley Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, South Beaver Township after he had bravely navigated disability and illness for over 20 years.

Walt was born April 13, 1951 in Beaver Falls, and was the son of the late Peter & Nellie (Wojtkiewicz) Kosek.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by very special cousin Linda Koziar.

He is survived by a sister and brother-in-law Stephanie & Larry Wingard of Beaver Falls; a beloved niece Sara and Andy Golubitsky; a great nephew Theo Golubitsky; very close and special cousins Debbie & Bill McClarey, Mark & Val Wojtkiewicz and numerous cousins.

He loved his family and family gatherings. He was a wonderful cook and often entertained family with his culinary skills.  Walt had an encyclopedic knowledge of history, music and sports.  He was an avid Civil War buff and a voracious reader.

Special thanks to Debbie and Bill McClarey, Mark and Val Wojtkiewicz and Mary and Bob Bittner for their care and help over the many years. The family would also like to thank the staff at the Beaver Valley Health Care and Rehabilitation and Gateway Hospice for their kind and compassionate care.

To those who knew Walter, they say “The dude abides.”

According to Walter’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services.

Inurnment took place in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Chippewa Township.

Arrangements by Hill & Kunselman funeral home, www.hillandkunselman.com, 3801-4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Memorial contributions may be made if desired to the Beaver Falls Carnegie Free Library, 1301 7th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 in Walter’s memory.