Barry P. Lesko, age 52, of North Stage Coach Road Weatherly, died Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Wilkes-Barre.
Employeed by Penn Dot., Barry was an outdoor enthusiast who loved to hunt, fish, ride motor cycles, and enjoyed his boat on Seneca Lake in, NY.
He was a member of Salem U.C.C. of Weatherly.
Born in Asbury Park, New Jersey he was the son of Mary Ellen (Yuhas) Lesko of Weatherly.
He was preceded in death by his father John P. Lesko,Sr., who died on May 16,1984; brother, John P. Lesko, Jr. who died in 2007.
He is also survived by his
Son, Matthew J. Lesko, who shared his father's mechanical and carpentry skills, helping his dad restore a classic 1988 Harley and build their families Log Cabin on Seneca Lake.
One Sister,
Bonnie Rusden wife of Robert of Glenndale, AZ.;
Nieces, and nephews;
Arrangements by Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home, 211 First Street Weatherly, Pa. 18255. Philip J. Jeffries F.D./ Sup.
A graveside memorial service will be held Saturday May 28,2011, at 10 o'clock A.M. from the Union Cemetery of Weatherly, Rev. Fredericka Beauchard to officiate.
Memorials in his honor will be used to establish an education fund for Matt, monies can be sent to Denise M. Lesko, 64 Woodside Drive Freeland, Pa. 18224
Online registry and condolences may be signed at
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