Mr. Joseph W. Velehoski, 78, of Glendale passed away Sunday at Hospice Communty Care, Geisinger South Wilkes Barre after a battle with cancer.

Born in Scranton. He was the son of the late John and Isabelle Lopatowska Velehoski. He attended Moosic High School. He served in the United States Army. Prior to his retirement 15 years ago, he was employed by ABF, Wilkes Barre. More recently, he was employed by My Sister's Kitchen, Duryea.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 604, Moosic. Over the years, he was an avid supporter of Germania Hose Co., Duryea.

Joseph enjoyed playing cards, gardening and picking mushrooms.

He and his wife the former Lois Thomas celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary this past September.

Surviving in addition to his wife are:
Son: Joseph Velehoski and his wife, Ellen, of Duryea
Son: Tim Velehoski of Duryea
Daughter: Amy Velehoski and her fiance, Mike Richards, of Glendale
Granddaughters: Megan and Sarah Velehoski of Duryea
Brother: John (Butch) Velehoski of Moosic
Sister: Elaine (Cookie) Velehoski of Moosic
Sister: Barbara (Bunny) Sweet and her husband, Robert, of Taylor
Sister in Law: Carole Thomas of Mystic, Ct.
Nieces and Nephews

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:00 A.M. at the Bernard J. Pionteki Funeral Home Inc. 204 Main Street, Duryea with Rev. Barbara Roberts, Pastor of the Moosic Methodist Church, Moosic officiating. Interment will be in Langcliffe Cemetery, Avoca. Friends may call Wednesday from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Pittston Area Relay for Life, the American Cancer Society, or Hospice Community Care. To leave the family an online condolence or for further information, please visit www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

Guestbook Entries

Joe, Tim and the entire Velehoski family - We are so sorry for your loss. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers. The Kilyaneks

Frank Kilyanek (over 11 years ago)

Lois, I am so sorry to you and your family for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lisa Ruszin (over 11 years ago)

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