Joan Mary Dutko
February 12, 2014

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Mrs. Joan Mary Dutko, 83, of Colorado Springs, Co., passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2014 in Colorado Springs, Co.

Born and raised in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Winifred Culkin Hood.

In 1950, she married Michael Dutko. They moved to Miami, Fl. where they lived for the next 51 years. While in Miami, Joan celebrated the birth of her daughter, Robin and her golden wedding anniversary. Additionally, she had a successful career at Victoria Hospital as the business office manager. Following her husbands death on October 17, 2001, Joan moved to Colorado Springs, Co. where she lived with her son in law and daughter, Ed and Robin Weiss, until her death.

She enjoyed family, friends, football (Go Dolphins!) and above all her two grandchildren: Jennifer and Andrew.

Her family and friends will fondly remember "Aunt Joan" "Grandma Joan" for her loving and caring personality and her generosity.

In addition to her husband, Michael, Joan was proceeded in death by her brother, Robert and sister, Mary Schriver.

In addition to her daughter, son in law and two grandchildren, she is also survived by:
Brother, Frank "Bucko" Hood of Norwalk, Ct.
Sister, Jean Himm of Bordentown, NJ
Sister, Peggy Rincavage of Pittston
Many beloved nieces and nephews

Thank you for being an integral part of our lives and may our Lord welcome you into his kingdom.

Funeral will be held Friday, February 21, 2014, at 10:00 A.M. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea with the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. in St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston. Interment will be in SS Peter & Paul Cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Friday morning from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at the funeral home. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit our website: www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

Guestbook Entries

Robin, Although no words can really help to ease your loss, just know that you and your family are in our every thought and prayer.

Jimmy Duffy (about 10 years ago)

So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Judy, David and Sarah Kosloski (about 10 years ago)

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