Raymond "Randy" James Piekarski Jr.

Raymond “Randy” James Piekarski, Jr., of Wilmington, DE, passed away on March 13, 2025. Randy was born in Baltimore, Maryland. Family was everything to Randy. Randy, aka, the Hon, met Deb at Comegy's after a softball game. They were married in 1990. He was devoted to his wife and very proud of his sons. Many memories were made with them as they enjoyed being together especially at the beach - eating crabs and surf fishing. Next to family, he loved volunteering to coach. He coached baseball for Piedmont and St. Elizabeth's and played softball for the Crab Trap. Baseball and softball were a passion for Randy. Many great friends and long-lasting friendships were made through sports. Randy attended St. Peter's Cathedral in Wilmington, DE and Salesianum High School where he excelled at football. He attended University Delaware and was a brother of Theta Chi. Randy retired from Union Wholesale after many years of dedicated service. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church. Randy was one of a kind. A few of Randy's favorite quotes were, "I can't wait for tomorrow because I get better looking every day" and "Don't worry about me..." Randy was known for his sarcasm, comebacks and jokes and could always make you smile. He cared for others and always put others first: family, friends and neighbors. Randy could be found at St. Elizabeth's sporting events where he sold the tickets for football, volleyball, and basketball--where he was known as the pretzel "B". Randy is survived by his cherished wife of 34 years, Deborah Piekarski; sons, Raymond Piekarski III and Michael Piekarski (Karli); sister, Nikki Piekarski (Scott); brother-in-law, Tommy Stryzs (Beth); nieces, Katie Pingitore (Greg) and Ally Stryzs (Max); nephew, Garrett Stryzs (Talia); and great-niece and great-nephew, Dakota and Mavrick. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond (Bonnie) and Clare Piekarski; and sister, Christine Dougherty. Randy will be dearly missed by all and by his beloved family dog, Luka. A visitation will be held Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 10-11:30 AM at St. Elizabeth Roman Catholic Church, 809 S Broom St, Wilmington, DE 19805 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30. Burial will follow at All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Deborah Piekarski for an educational fund for great niece and nephew Dakota and Mavrick or the baseball team at St. Elizabeth's High School. For directions or to send an online condolence, visit www.stranofeeley.com.

Raymond "Randy" James Piekarski Jr.

October 17, 1953 - March 13, 2025

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