Lynford D. Kromer, Jr., 61, of New Ringgold, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026. 

A skilled welder by trade, Lynford's craftsmanship can be seen in NFL stadiums across the country, a testament to Lynford's sense of adventure he traveled over the United States all the way to Alaska with his friend Todd Snyder to fish for King Salmon.

 Closer to home, he was a fixture in the local racing community, working the pit crews for Chowder Racing #70 and Kenny Heim team #77 Racing at Mahoning and Evergreen.Whether he was coaching the Tamaqua Indians Knee Hi football team, hunting and fishing, or relaxing with his dog, Zeus, Lynford’s greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Kathleen Ann (Turner) Kromer; his children, Moriah Turner and her companion Seth Krynock and Logan Kromer; his brothers, David Kromer and his wife Michelle, Mark Kromer; grandchildren, Jayda Moyer, Mollie Lehman, Olyvia Moyer, Jensyn Moyer, Rodrick Sickler and Logan's best friend Austin Troxell as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lynford D Sr. and Violet (Kemmery) Kromer; his sister Susie, niece Briana Kromer, nephew, Kevin Nicholas Machay.

Pending arrangements entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold Pennsylvania 17960. (570) 386-5884

Online condolences or a fond memory of Lynford can be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com