Mrs. Karen Bastek Frantz, 52, of Dallas, passed away Sunday in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.

Born in Duryea. She was the daughter of Joan (Nazarek) Yesnowski of Duryea and the late Robert Yesnowski Sr. She was a graduate of Pittston Area High School, Class of 1978. She was formerly employed by Tobyhanna Army Depot.

Karen loved life and the outdoors. She loved to fish and auto racing. She also loved taking her dog Mini for walks through the countryside to enjoy the scenery and the serenity.

In addition to her father, she was proceeded in death by: 
Grandparents: Andrew and Valeria (Nazarek) Nazarchuk
Grandparents: Victor and Marie Yesnowski
Brother: Robert Yesnowski Jr.
Uncle: Paul Nazarek
Uncle: Stanley Nazarchuk
Aunt: Connie Thompson

Surviving in addition to her mother are:
Husband: Raymond Frantz of Dallas
Son: David Bastek Jr. of Deltona, Fl.
Brother: Andrew Yesnowski and his wife, Kristene, of Haymarket, Va.
Sister: Gayle Haduck and her husband, Daniel, of Pittston Township
Sister: Hope Meranti and her husband, Joseph, of Jenkins Township
Nieces and Nephews:
Megan and Alicia Haduck
Amy and Robert Yesnowski III
Ryan and Bobbie Meranti
Lola and Roman Yesnowski
Great Nieces and Great Nephews:
Amira and Aaron Mohammed
Logan Meranti
Step Sons: Richard and Joseph Frantz
Mother in Law: Helen Frantz
Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends
Former husband: David Bastek Sr. and his wife Marie
Sister in Law: Kathleen (Yesnowski) Hoban

Funeral services and interment will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc. 204 Main Street, Duryea, Pa. 18642. To leave the family an online condolence or further information, please visit www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

Guestbook Entries

I have just now (1-5-14) learned of Karen's passing. I am truly sorry and have thought of her often over the years. We were classmates and I'd like to believe we were friends. Words never seem to be enough but my heartfelt sympathy goes out to her family and all who were part of her life.

hank Ostrowski (over 10 years ago)

Raymond, I would like to convey my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

gerald c. siperko (over 11 years ago)

WE pray you may find comfort and peace through our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. May His Grace and Mercy be upon you. Your friends in Kunkle.

John & Laurel Morrett (over 11 years ago)

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to her and her family.

Deborah and Joe Kopko (over 11 years ago)

Karen....i remember our days in high school and the fun we had....your beautiful smile....your crazy blond hair....and your heart of gold. Though we had not seen each other in many years....i would often think of you...your crazy blond hair....your heart of gold....and your beautiful smile..........................and I am better for it.

Dave Gardner (over 11 years ago)

I will miss you my cousin,my friend,someone who was much more than a cousin to me but was like a sister ...I will never forget you!!! Love Kim xo

Kim Cardamone (over 11 years ago)

So sad to hear the news of your passing...your were a great woman and mother. You be greatly missed by all that knew you. RIP Karen

Kathy Kopko (over 11 years ago)

karen you will always be in our hearts and in our prayers rest peacefully

hope,joe,bobby meranti (over 11 years ago)

My dear cousin Karen; to me you'll always be that little girl full of life and sweetness bouncing around in your ponytail when I came to visit during our childhoods. We'll never know why you left so soon, but knowing you are now with our Lord brings me peace. No words can help our family as they grieve and miss you, but my prayers are with each and every single one.

Dena Nazarchuk-Grantham (over 11 years ago)

I am deeply sorry for the loss of Karen. She was a good friend through the years and I will surely miss her. Rest in peace Karen.

Joseph Nosek (over 11 years ago)

Aunt Karen, you are greatly missed by the entire family. Rest in peace now with Grandpa and Uncle Robbie.

Megan Haduck (over 11 years ago)

We will miss you my dear niece. I never thought that you would join your buddies, Robbie and Denise, in heaven at such an early age. Rest in peace!

Olga Kuzniar (over 11 years ago)

Your Dad, Brother, Grandparents, Godparents, Uncles, Aunt and Cousin welcome you with open arms. Rest in God's Love and Peace. Rock on, Kuz.........

Stanley S Nazarchuk (over 11 years ago)

I love you Aunt Karen and miss you more and more each passing day!! Your resting in peace now with Grandpa and Uncle Robbie. I know your always with me <3 LOVE YOU! - MIni Karen <3

Alicia Haduck (over 11 years ago)

Rest in peace dear sister, be happy in heaven with Daddy and Robbie!!! Love you sis!!

Gayle Haduck (over 11 years ago)

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