Walter J. Orlowski

Walter James Orlowski, 95, of Mattituck, passed away peacefully at home on New Years Eve (December 31st, 2025).

He was born on October 25th, 1930 in Mattituck, to Michael Orlowski and Mary (Kurezewski) Orlowski. He was the youngest and last living of nine siblings. He was a graduate of Mattituck High School, Class of 1948 and proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War from 1951-1954.

He is survived by, Sharon & Chad Mello of Mattituck, Sandra & Chris Cyprus of Mattituck, David & Hannah Orlowski of Albany, GA, and John Orlowski of Summerfield, NC; and 10 grandchildren, Demi and Amber Mello, Nicole Mahon and Lauren McCafferey, Carson and Parker Orlowski, Mikayla, Ashley, Shelby and Lindsey Orlowski, and 6 great-grandchildren.

A funeral mass will take place at a later date at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Mattituck, NY, and interment will be at the Calverton National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to East End Hospice would be appreciated.

DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold is serving the family.

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