Gilbert J. Krulikowski, 56, of Swansea, former husband of Tammy (Martin) Buxton, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 2, 2022 at St. Luke's Hospital following a long illness. Born in Fall River, he was a son of the late Joseph Cateon and the late Georginna (Machado) Cateon.

Prior to his retirement he worked at Vic's Car wash in Fall River as a detailer for many years. An avid sports fan, he loved the New England Patriots, Boston Bruins, Red Sox, and Benfica. He also enjoyed fishing, on-line casino games, and, in his younger days, playing hockey.

Besides his former wife, he leaves his son, Gilbert J. Krulikowski, Jr. and his wife, Kimberly Levesque of Fall River; his three grandchildren, Morgan Levesque, Peyton Krulikowski, and Bishop Krulikowski; three sisters, Cindi Dumas, Deborah Krulikowski, and Benda Souza (late husband, Alfred), all of Fall River; two brothers, Robert Krulikowski of Fall River and Kevin Cateon and his wife, Michelle, of Swansea; and many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Richard Krulikowski and the late Kelly Ann Krulikowski.

His funeral arrangements were private.

Family members are always grateful for relatives and friends wishing to make in-person expressions of kindness and support. Being unable to do so at this time, all are urged to express sympathy online or by mail. To ensure that said condolences and/or sympathy cards reach the family, please always make sure that submissions online are made directly through the funeral home's website ( www.silvafaria.com ) and not through a third party. Thank you!