Peter Krajewski, age 81, of Hamburg, Pennsylvania, formerly of Riverhead, died April 19, 2026.

He was born on July 3, 1944. He graduated from Riverhead High School. After graduation, he entered the U.S. Army where he spent 13 months proudly serving his country in Vietnam. After being discharged, Peter became a letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. He retired after 39 years of service and later worked part time for The Home Depot.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Joann, by his sons, Andy (Linda), of Naples, Florida and Bryan (Buffy), of Hamburg, Pennsylvania; by four grandchildren: Brandon (Geraka), Kyle, Tristan, and Noah (Sierra); and a great-grandson, Asher.

Peter enjoyed fishing, reading, puzzles, volunteering at St. Mary’s in Hamburg and traveling to see family throughout the eastern United States.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care of Leibensperger Funeral Homes in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. For online condolences, visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.

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