1930
Florence
2006
Florence J. Sverchek
May 24, 1930 — August 1, 2006
Florence Sverchek, 76 of 601 East Ridge Street, Lansford, Pa. Died on August 1 at the residence of her daughter Marcia, and son-in-law, Jack Richards of Slatington, Pa., with who she resided during her illness. She was the widow of Captain Martin Kalista who died in 1962. Florence was later married to Al M. Sverchek.
She retired from the Panther Valley School District. She previously worked at Costello’s restaurant in Coaldale, Pa., the Dinner Bell restaurant in Nesquehoning, Pa., and Bright’s Store of Lansford, Pa.
Born in Lansford, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Gawlik) Baran. She was a member of SS. Peter & Paul R.C.C., Lansford, and was active in the Choir. Florence graduated from St. Anne’s High School, Lansford,
Surviving in addition to her daughter and son–in-law, is a son Joseph Kalista of Barnesville, Pa., two grandchildren Elizabeth and Andrew Kalista. Sisters; Lorretta Granger of Allentown, and Sister Joselle of Shenadoah, Pa., and many friends.
Florence was preceded in death by sisters Agnes Sterusky, Marion Filmon, Stella Lake, Catherine Bortnick, and seven brothers, Stanley, Michael, John, Rev. L. Joseph, A. Paul,Mitchel and Joseph.
Florence demonstrated her love of life through her radiant smile, enjoyment of simple pleasures and wish for everyone to “have a good day”. She was engulfed by the unconditional Love given by her faithful golden retriever companion. She was instrumental in sharing her joy and spirit by providing encouragement to other cancer survivors. She was often heard saying, “Have faith in God” and “Don’t give up”. Florence wanted to express her sincere thanks for the excellent care and love she received from numerous health care providers throughout the Lehigh Valley, especially her “family” at the Lehigh Valley Women’s Cancer Center of Allentown.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held a t 10 o’clock A.M., Saturday August 5, 2006 from SS. Peter & Paul R.C.C. 213 East Bertsch Street Lansford, Pa. Calling Hours will be from 8:30 A.M. to 9:30 A.M. on Saturday morning from the Holmes – Griffiths Funeral Home, 200 East Bertsch Street Lansford, Pa., and Friday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
Interment in the Parish Cemetery Summit Hill, PA.
Memorials in her honor to Lehigh Valley Women’s Cancer Ctr. 1611 Pond Road, Suite 101 Allentown, Pa. 18104 in care of the Nursing Dept.
Online registry & Condolences www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
She retired from the Panther Valley School District. She previously worked at Costello’s restaurant in Coaldale, Pa., the Dinner Bell restaurant in Nesquehoning, Pa., and Bright’s Store of Lansford, Pa.
Born in Lansford, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Gawlik) Baran. She was a member of SS. Peter & Paul R.C.C., Lansford, and was active in the Choir. Florence graduated from St. Anne’s High School, Lansford,
Surviving in addition to her daughter and son–in-law, is a son Joseph Kalista of Barnesville, Pa., two grandchildren Elizabeth and Andrew Kalista. Sisters; Lorretta Granger of Allentown, and Sister Joselle of Shenadoah, Pa., and many friends.
Florence was preceded in death by sisters Agnes Sterusky, Marion Filmon, Stella Lake, Catherine Bortnick, and seven brothers, Stanley, Michael, John, Rev. L. Joseph, A. Paul,Mitchel and Joseph.
Florence demonstrated her love of life through her radiant smile, enjoyment of simple pleasures and wish for everyone to “have a good day”. She was engulfed by the unconditional Love given by her faithful golden retriever companion. She was instrumental in sharing her joy and spirit by providing encouragement to other cancer survivors. She was often heard saying, “Have faith in God” and “Don’t give up”. Florence wanted to express her sincere thanks for the excellent care and love she received from numerous health care providers throughout the Lehigh Valley, especially her “family” at the Lehigh Valley Women’s Cancer Center of Allentown.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held a t 10 o’clock A.M., Saturday August 5, 2006 from SS. Peter & Paul R.C.C. 213 East Bertsch Street Lansford, Pa. Calling Hours will be from 8:30 A.M. to 9:30 A.M. on Saturday morning from the Holmes – Griffiths Funeral Home, 200 East Bertsch Street Lansford, Pa., and Friday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
Interment in the Parish Cemetery Summit Hill, PA.
Memorials in her honor to Lehigh Valley Women’s Cancer Ctr. 1611 Pond Road, Suite 101 Allentown, Pa. 18104 in care of the Nursing Dept.
Online registry & Condolences www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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