Joseph B. Derzack

Joseph B. Derzack,66, of Coaldale died July 29, 2005 at St. Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital. He was the son of the late Michael & Josephine (Valent) Derzack.

Mr. Derzack was a member of SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church of Coaldale, a member of the church choir and served as the church sexton for over 30 years. He was also the past president of the church's Holy Name Society, the director of altar servers, church decorating and the cemetery maintance supervisor.

He was also a member of the Coaldale American Legion and a graduate of the former Coaldale High School class of 1957.

Surviving: Brothers: Rev. Thomas A. Derzack of Lansford, PA and Michael Derzack and his wife Barbara of Raritan, NJ.

1 Niece and 1 Nephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Elizabeth Stocus, a infant sister Barbara and a nephew Mark Stocus.

Calling Hours: Monday (8-1-2005) from 6-9 PM at SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Coaldale and Tuesday (8-2-2005) from 9am - until time of service.

Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday (8-2-2005) at 11 AM from SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Coaldale.

Interment: Parish Cemetery in Nesquehoning.

Memorial Contributions: To the church memorial fund and the church building fund.

Holmes-Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc is in charge of the arrangements.