1949
Patricia
2022
Patricia M. Firkal
February 16, 1949 — September 14, 2022
Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Patricia M. Firkal, 73, of Hometown, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at St. Luke's - Allentown Campus surrounded by her loving family.
Patricia was born on Wednesday, February 16, 1949 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of the late Paul J. Yurick, Sr., and Frances (Solarczyk) Yurick. Patricia was also predeceased by; her son, Brian Firkal in 2003; and brother, Paul J. Yurick, Jr.
Surviving are; her husband of 51 years, James J. Firkal, Jr.; daughters, Pamela Searfoss wife of Walter of Lehighton; Kimberly A. Firkal of Hometown, grandchildren Luke Searfoss and Sofia Firkal as well as sisters, Sharon Porambo wife of Joseph, Cynthia Kashlak wife of John, and sister-in-law Theresa Yurick all of Summit Hill. She is also survived by daughter-in-law Jane and many nieces and nephews.
A 1965 graduate of Panther Valley High School, Patricia had worked as a secretary for many local offices; however, her fondest job was her days working at the former Ridge Center of Lansford. A devoted member of St. Richards. R.C.C. of Barnesville, Patricia reveled in the role of wife, mother, and grandmother. She adored her grandchildren who affectionately called her Grammy. She had a strong faith in the Lord and continued praying the rosary to her final days. Patricia enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren , traveling with her family, and the companionship of her dogs. Patricia was a former volunteer with the Brownies, and Girl Scout troops as well as the Panther Valley Band Boosters.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday September 20, 2022 at 11 o'clock A.M. from St. Richard's R.C.C. located at 709 Barnesville Drive, Barnesville, Pennsylvania 18214. Friends may be received in church from 9:00 A.M. until time of services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name can be made to:
Carbon County Animal Shelter
63 Broad Street
Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania 18240
or
Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
4900 Tuttle Crossing Blvd.
Dublin, Ohio 43016
Online condolences or a fond memory of Patricia may be expressed to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
Patricia was born on Wednesday, February 16, 1949 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of the late Paul J. Yurick, Sr., and Frances (Solarczyk) Yurick. Patricia was also predeceased by; her son, Brian Firkal in 2003; and brother, Paul J. Yurick, Jr.
Surviving are; her husband of 51 years, James J. Firkal, Jr.; daughters, Pamela Searfoss wife of Walter of Lehighton; Kimberly A. Firkal of Hometown, grandchildren Luke Searfoss and Sofia Firkal as well as sisters, Sharon Porambo wife of Joseph, Cynthia Kashlak wife of John, and sister-in-law Theresa Yurick all of Summit Hill. She is also survived by daughter-in-law Jane and many nieces and nephews.
A 1965 graduate of Panther Valley High School, Patricia had worked as a secretary for many local offices; however, her fondest job was her days working at the former Ridge Center of Lansford. A devoted member of St. Richards. R.C.C. of Barnesville, Patricia reveled in the role of wife, mother, and grandmother. She adored her grandchildren who affectionately called her Grammy. She had a strong faith in the Lord and continued praying the rosary to her final days. Patricia enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren , traveling with her family, and the companionship of her dogs. Patricia was a former volunteer with the Brownies, and Girl Scout troops as well as the Panther Valley Band Boosters.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday September 20, 2022 at 11 o'clock A.M. from St. Richard's R.C.C. located at 709 Barnesville Drive, Barnesville, Pennsylvania 18214. Friends may be received in church from 9:00 A.M. until time of services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name can be made to:
Carbon County Animal Shelter
63 Broad Street
Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania 18240
or
Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
4900 Tuttle Crossing Blvd.
Dublin, Ohio 43016
Online condolences or a fond memory of Patricia may be expressed to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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