1959
Richard
2022
Richard P. Kovalesky Phd
October 12, 1959 — March 7, 2022
Richard P. Kovalesky, PhD a well respected counselor and advocate for the disabled, of Coaldale, Pennsylvania passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022, at St. Luke's Hospital Allentown Campus, at 62 years of age.
Born Monday, October 12, 1959 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania the son of the late Robert Kovalesky. Survived by his rock,, and greatest advocate, his mother Georgine K. (Jones) Benek and her husband, Leonard J. of Lansford; caregiver, Missy Miller; beloved cat, Slick
A 1977 graduate of Tamaqua Area High School, Rich earned his Bachelor's, and Master's degrees in Psychology from Edinboro University. Rich then earned his Doctorate in Psychology from Duquesne University. Owner of Pocono Consulting with offices throughout North East Pennsylvania, Rich had served as an adjunct Professor at Bloomsburg University. Disabled in 1982, Classified as a quadriplegic, Rich's independence was inspirational to all. He was an advocate for the disabled, and inspired all who knew him.
Rich was a member of the Pa Counseling Association, National Board of Counseling, National Board of Certified Counselors, and prior to Covid restrictions served on the Consumer Subcommittee Board in Harrisburg which met monthly.
Rich, enjoyed time spent with family, and friends, listening to music, and going out to eat.
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 Funeral service will be held on Friday March 11, 2022 at 11 o'clock from the funeral home, Rev. Marjorie Keiter to officiate. Friends may call from 10:00 A.M. until time of services.
Interment will be in Sky-View Memorial Park, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.
Memorials to:
United Spinal Assn
120-34 Queens Blvd #320
View Gardens, NY 11415
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
Memorials to:
United Spinal Assn
120-34 Queens Blvd #320
View Gardens, NY 11415
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
Born Monday, October 12, 1959 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania the son of the late Robert Kovalesky. Survived by his rock,, and greatest advocate, his mother Georgine K. (Jones) Benek and her husband, Leonard J. of Lansford; caregiver, Missy Miller; beloved cat, Slick
A 1977 graduate of Tamaqua Area High School, Rich earned his Bachelor's, and Master's degrees in Psychology from Edinboro University. Rich then earned his Doctorate in Psychology from Duquesne University. Owner of Pocono Consulting with offices throughout North East Pennsylvania, Rich had served as an adjunct Professor at Bloomsburg University. Disabled in 1982, Classified as a quadriplegic, Rich's independence was inspirational to all. He was an advocate for the disabled, and inspired all who knew him.
Rich was a member of the Pa Counseling Association, National Board of Counseling, National Board of Certified Counselors, and prior to Covid restrictions served on the Consumer Subcommittee Board in Harrisburg which met monthly.
Rich, enjoyed time spent with family, and friends, listening to music, and going out to eat.
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 Funeral service will be held on Friday March 11, 2022 at 11 o'clock from the funeral home, Rev. Marjorie Keiter to officiate. Friends may call from 10:00 A.M. until time of services.
Interment will be in Sky-View Memorial Park, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.
Memorials to:
United Spinal Assn
120-34 Queens Blvd #320
View Gardens, NY 11415
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
Memorials to:
United Spinal Assn
120-34 Queens Blvd #320
View Gardens, NY 11415
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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