Mrs. Ann Brudzinski, 63, of Duryea, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a journey with cancer for the past 12 years.

Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late John "Bozo" and Mary Murphy Connors and was a graduate of Pittston Area High School. In her early years, she worked for the former United Penn Bank, Wilkes-Barre, leaving there to be a stay at home mom to her two daughters.

She was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea.

She was preceded in death by her in laws, Ted and Arlene Brudzinski and her niece, Kerie Mecca.

Surviving are her husband, David
Daughter, Katie Brudzinski and her fiance, Joe Twardowski of Dupont
Daughter, Allison Brudzinski of Duryea

Sister, Mary Pat Mecca and her husband, Joseph, of Old Forge
Sister, Catherine Holly and her husband, Robert, of Duryea
Sister, Karen Dalton and her husband, William, of West Pittston
Sister, Rose Connors of Duryea
Sister, Trudy Connors of Duryea
Brother, James Connors of Duryea
Nieces, nephews and cousins
Canine companion, Arlington

The family would like to thank Allied Hospice, Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, Dr. Kenneth Sebastianelli and his staff, Dr. Jacqueline Oxenberg and the doctors and staff of Hematology & Oncology Associates of NEPA, Dunmore for the care and compassion that was shown to Ann throughout the years.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 11:00 am in Nativity of Our Lord Parish, 127 Stephenson Street, Duryea with the Rev. Michael Bryant officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Duryea. A viewing will be held on Saturday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton, PA 18509 or Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge, 974 Lockville Road, Dallas, PA 18612. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. To leave an online condolence for Ann's family, please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

Our condolences to the family.

Gloria Acey-Davis and family (almost 2 years ago)

Dear Dave and Family, Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your wife and mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mari Emmi (almost 2 years ago)

Our condolences during this difficult time. Dave, Katie & Allison your loss is Heaven's gain.

Ed & Kathy Ameika (almost 2 years ago)

Katie and family, my condolences for the passing of your mom. May she rest in everlasting peace.

Melanie Janosky (almost 2 years ago)

Dave, Allison and Katie: I am very sorry for your loss, and keeping your family in my prayers.

John Lombardo (almost 2 years ago)

Allison & Katie please accept our condolences for the loss of your Mother. On behalf of all of us at NRCI we want to express our sympathy. We know that you have been devoted to help your mother. Additionally, you have helped many others through Duryea at Dusk. We are grateful to have met your Mom over the years, she exemplified strength and grace. May God bring you comfort in sorrow and bring you both peace and strength in the days to come.

Karen Saunders (almost 2 years ago)

Dave & family, So sorry to hear of the passing of Ann. My sincere condolences to you and daughters. Prayers and thoughts are with entire family.

Chuck Sarnoski (almost 2 years ago)

Dave, I am sorry that I can't make the viewing or funeral but I have basketball games Saturday morning. I am so sorry for your loss & please know that you are in my prayers.

Bryan Rupp (almost 2 years ago)

Dave and family Very sad for your lost Will keep you in prayer

Joseph Agostinelli (almost 2 years ago)

To Dave, Katie and Allison, We were saddened to hear about the passing of Ann. She was a warm, kind and caring person, and we feel fortunate that we got to know her. We offer our sincerest condolences to your entire family.

Bob and Debbie Mecca (almost 2 years ago)

To Dave , Katie ,and Allison very sorry for your loss.

Anthony Spadoni (almost 2 years ago)

Dear Dave & Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Ann & Jerry Valonis & Family (almost 2 years ago)

Allison, my sincere condolences. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family!!

Robert Galuska (almost 2 years ago)

May Ann rest in peace. Dave prayers for you, Allison and Katie.

Gary Davis (almost 2 years ago)

Allison, my sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. May she Rest In Peace. God Bless.

Valerie Olszewski (almost 2 years ago)

Dave, deepest condolences. May you find peace in this difficult time.

Joe Minnichbach (almost 2 years ago)

Mr. Brudzinski, Katie and Allison I am so very so sorry for the loss of your wife, and mother! Continued prayers for your family!

Barb Washo (almost 2 years ago)

Our condolences to you, Dave, Katie and Allison. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. She was a strong lady. May she be at peace. We are here if you need anything.

Frank and Janice Miller (almost 2 years ago)

Miss B and family, know that you and your family remain in our thoughts and prayers

Rene, Dan Hanley and Aiden Firestone (almost 2 years ago)

So sorry your mom has lost her battle … she and you all showed such great courage all these years .. acceptance of illness is difficult bu that smile on her youthful face never faded and in your minds it never will!…

Judy Lambert (almost 2 years ago)

Sorry Katie, Allison, Dave, and family. Send prayers to all of you at this time.

Justin Tonte (almost 2 years ago)

Our prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. She was a wonderful woman and now her fight is over. May she rest easy in the arms of the lord.

Jeanne Zinkavich (almost 2 years ago)

Mr. B, Allison , Katie; Please accept my deepest sympathy. You all have been very strong and brave during all of the trials your wife/mom endured. Know that thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charlotte Franvo (almost 2 years ago)

Deepest sympathy for you and your family

John Bonda (almost 2 years ago)

Allison, Katie please accept our Condolences, thoughts and prayers on the loss of your mother. On behalf of myself and the members of the department. We are so very sorry for you and your families loss.

Chief Nick Lohman (almost 2 years ago)

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