Mr. John Anthony Yurkanin, 45, of Duryea, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2014, in Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore.

Born in Pittston, he was the son of Cynthia Moluski Yurkanin of Duryea and the late John Yurkanin Jr. He was a graduate of Pittston Area High School. He was formerly employed by the former Kurlancheeks, Duryea and by Raymor and Flanigan, Duryea.

He was a loving son, brother, uncle and great uncle. He was an avid fisherman and loved sports.

Surviving in addition to his mother are:
Sister, Lori Wasik and her husband, Matthew, of Duryea
Nephew, Timothy Williams and his wife, Alisea, of Pittston
Niece, Nicole Grochal and her husband, Nicholas, of Duryea
Great nephews, Matthew and Jacob Grochal of Duryea
Great niece, Mackynzie Grochal of Duryea
Aunts, uncles, cousins and friends

The family would like to thank the staff and nurses of Hospice of the Sacred Heart for the wonderful care and compassion that was shown to John and his family. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 100 William Street, Dunmore, Pa. 18512.

Funeral services will be held Monday, October 20, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. in Lighthouse Fellowship, 718 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston by Pastor Shane Nichols. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church the morning of the funeral. Friends may call Sunday from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit the funeral homes website: www.piontekfuneralhome.com

Guestbook Entries

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. My prayers go out to family. So many memories I have of John in grade school.

Cyndi Russick (about 10 years ago)

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of great sorrow.

Sharon Brady Chase (about 10 years ago)

I sorry to hear about John's passing. My thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.

Gina McGinnis (about 10 years ago)

Thoughts and prayers are with you

Rose Collins (about 10 years ago)

My heart goes out to the family. I'm so sorry for your precious loss. I pray that God will comfort you at this difficult time. (Acts 24:15) You're in my prayers.

Candis (about 10 years ago)

R.I.P. John....never forget all those times we played football in the back yard or baseball up barnems..prayers goin out to family.

Frank Balchune (about 10 years ago)

May he rest in eternal sunshine! ! May the good Lord give strength to his family and friends at this difficult time.

Cathy Ryzner (about 10 years ago)

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers, now and always. Much love to you all.

Karen (Butrim) Raboin & Family (about 10 years ago)

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Christa Murman (about 10 years ago)

So sorry to hear of John"s passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jennifer Donahue (about 10 years ago)

Cynthia I am so sorry for your loss. John was a gentle and kind person always. Prayers for you and your family

Jeanne Zinkavich (about 10 years ago)

i will always remember the summers we spent goofing around so sorry to hear about your loss you will b missed

john sylvester (about 10 years ago)

So sorry..thoughts n prayers

Mary Lou koza (about 10 years ago)

See you later Yurky ...

Barton Weidlich (about 10 years ago)

Prayers! So sorry for your loss!

Billy Balchune (about 10 years ago)

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. So very sorry to hear of John's passing.

Christine Ostrowski Osborn and family (about 10 years ago)

I am so sorry to hear about your loss and may God watch over and bless your family in this time of sadness. I have fond memories of John from grade school and will not forget him.

Daniel G.Tighe (about 10 years ago)

my heart goes out to you....

Audrey Morris (about 10 years ago)

my heart goes out to you....

Audrey Morris (about 10 years ago)

I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Suzanne Kasteleba Halko (about 10 years ago)

I'm so sorry to hear. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lynnette Vrabel Prescott (about 10 years ago)

I'm so sorry to hear of Johns's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Kathi Galvin Pritchyk (about 10 years ago)

So sorry for John's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cheryl Hastie Scartelli (about 10 years ago)

May God's peace be with John. My heart goes out to you all. Love Jennifer

Jennifer Angello & Family (about 10 years ago)

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