Mrs. E. Lillian Witkowski, 94, of Duryea, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Wesley Village, Pittston.

Born in Duryea, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Lottie Tuminski Resavy Sr. and was a graduate of Duryea High School, Class of 1945.

Prior to its closing, Lillian was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Duryea where she was a member of the Christian Mothers Society, serving many years as secretary, then becoming a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea and its Women's Society. She was also a member and past president of the Ladies Auxiliary of Excelsior Hose Company. She was a member of the Duryea V.F.W. and American Legion Ladies Auxiliaries, the Duryea Sunshine Club and served on the Board of Directors for the Duryea Ambulance and Rescue Association.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl J. Witkowski Sr., who passed away on May 10, 1992, son, James Edward Witkowski, who passed away on July 9, 1991, brother, Edward Resavy, sister, Romayne Moniak, brother, Leonard Resavy and sister, Regina Lambert.

Surviving are:
Daughter, Lillian Betti and her husband, Anthony, of Harrisburg
Daughter, Diane Semon and her husband, Joseph, of Duryea
Son, Carl J. Witkowski Jr. and his wife, Mary, of Duryea
Son, John Witkowski of Duryea and close family friend, Ronald Kulasinsky,
Daughter, Patricia Klein and her husband, Edward, of Duryea

Grandson, Carl J. Witkowski III and his wife, Katie, of Mountain Top. PA
Granddaughter, Christine Majalca and her husband, Paool, of Frederick, MD
Grandson, Eric Witkowski and his wife, Brenda, of Sugar Hill, GA
Grandson, Nicholas Semon and his wife, Allie, of Glenside, PA
Grandson, Anthony Betti of Jersey City, NJ
Granddaughter, Elizabeth Semon and her husband, Nick Gregorio, of Flourtown, PA
Grandson, Eddie Klein and his fiancée, Courtney Langdon of Plains, PA
Grandson, Matthew Klein of Duryea, PA
Grandson, Christopher Klein of Duryea, PA

Great grandchildren:
Annabelle, Juliette and James Witkowski
Madeline and Eric Witkowski
Michael and Paul Majalca
Josephine and Ingrid Semon
Miles Gregorio
Nieces and nephews

Lillian’s main mission in life was to care for her family. She brought joy to all who knew her and found strength in her faith. The family thanks the staff of Wesley Village and Hospice of the Sacred Heart for the loving care and comfort they afforded Lillian.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022, her 95th birthday, at 9:30 am in Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson Street, Duryea with the Rev. Michael Bryant officiating. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Duryea. A viewing will be held on Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church the morning of the funeral. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 53 Glenmaura Nat’l Boulevard, Suite 120, Moosic, PA 18507. To leave an online condolence for Lillian's family, please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

So sorry to hear of Lillians passing. She and my mom were cousins. We would always be sure to visit her at the summer church picnic. Our family’s condolences.

Denise Delaney (about 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss. Lilly was a sweetheart

Radle Wendy (over 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss prayers being sent

dave komar (over 2 years ago)

Your mom was a special lady. My deepest sympathies to all the family.

Ellen Kane (over 2 years ago)

Patty,John, and family, We are very sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim & Donna Fitzpatrick (over 2 years ago)

Diane, Carl, and Family, thinking of you at this difficult time and holding you in prayer; wishing you peace and comfort.

Joyce Skowronski Jones (over 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers to the family

Bebe Yuhas. Teddie Thomas (over 2 years ago)

So very sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a wonderful lady. May she rest in peace.

ann petro ozark (over 2 years ago)

Mrs. Witkowski, Mrs. W , i would refer to her as, but others called her Lillian. She was my 2nd. MOM to me. She seemed to "enjoy" that wording from me. But She was more than that..... Mrs. W. was a women of great delight, love , smiles that light up a room, warm and sincere. She made you feel "calm" with her soft spoken voice. A lot of memories were made since i meet her many, many years ago. I felt blessed to know her. When she arrived at Heavens Gates that day, Saint Peter had the Gates wide open for her entrance into the Kingdom of GOD! There was no waiting for her to get in.... The Lord saw to that! May tlhe familly find peace and comfort from this day forth, knowing that another star(angel) was about to Shine brightly in tlhe heavens above and look down upons all for ever-more! May her soul and all the departed -- rest in peace.. WE LOVE YOU Mom (Lillian) (you are my sunshine, my only sunshine----------------etc.etc.)

Ron Kulasinsky (over 2 years ago)

On behalf of my brother,John Kenneth Domzalski and my sister ,Theo ,we are sending much love and sincere condolences!

Claire Yuhas (over 2 years ago)

Our heartfelt and sincere sympathy wishes to our cousins! Your mom was a very special person .I have so many fond memories of her while growing up in Duryea ! Now she is at peace with our Lord .

Paul and Claire Yuhas (over 2 years ago)

We are very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort during this difficult time. May she Rest In Peace

Lisa Yakobitis (over 2 years ago)

fly high Lillian and watch over us .. Thankyou for being so nice to me

Jimmy bender (over 2 years ago)

Sincere sympathy to Lillian's family. She was a kind, sweet person and always made you feel special. She said she was praying for all the cousins. God Bless !

Shirley Mascioli Perhalla (over 2 years ago)

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Witkowski. I will always remember her warmth and kindness. My sympathy to her entire family!

Mike Sowa (over 2 years ago)

so sorry to loose one of our dear Auxiliary sisters. May the angels wrap their loving wings around all her family and friends during this time of passing and may God grant her eternal peace.

Lehrae Ann Edwards (over 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss. Lillian was a wonderful lady.

Lorrie Slatky (over 2 years ago)

Very sorry for your loss.

John Anderika (over 2 years ago)

Carl & Mary, My sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. She was a kind, gentle and loving person. She will be dearly missed. May God comfort you in this difficult time God Bless you and your family. Your Mom is now in the loving arms of her Savior and His Mother. May she Rest In Peace.

Valerie Olszewski (over 2 years ago)

so sorry for your loss

Soy Patty (over 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss. Prayers are with your family.

The Hastie Family (over 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss. Lillian was always a lovely, gracious lady. Our deepest sympathy to the family.

Emily and Floyd Eaton, Theresa Brown (over 2 years ago)

So sorry for your loss

The De Biasi family (over 2 years ago)

So sorry to lillians entire family. Thinking and praying for all of you time.

Justin Tonte (over 2 years ago)

RIP

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