Mr. Paul John Komensky, 89, formerly of Duryea, a guest at Pittston Manor, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2014 in Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Taylor.

Born in Duryea, he was the son of the late Paul and Anna Powell Komensky. He was a graduate of Duryea High School, Class of 1943 and Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, New York. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was the owner of Komensky's Market, Duryea for 40 years.

Prior to its closing, he was a member of St. John the Baptist Church, Pittston. He was currently a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 585, Duryea and the V.F.W. Post 1227, Duryea. He was a member of the John F. Kennedy Knights of Columbus, Council 372, Pittston and past faithful navigator of the 4th Degree Assembly 948.

He was life long member and former fire chief of Germania Hose Company, Duryea. He was a member and former secretary of the Mutual Aid Association of Greater Pittston. He was one of the founding members of the Duryea Ambulance and a member of the PA State Fire Police Association.

He played sax for the Eversharpes Band for 30 years. He was also an organizer of the Germania Novelty Band.

He was proceeded in death by his wife the former Helen Claire Schneck, who passed away on January 16, 2005, brother, Joseph Komensky and three sisters, Anna Mae Zborovian, Helen Murzenski and Margaret Giles.

Surviving are:
Daughter, Lois Komensky of Duryea
Son, Paul Louis Komensky of Pittston Junction
Granddaughter, Teresa Szymanski of Duryea
Nieces and Nephews

Funeral will be held Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at 9:30 A.M. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea with the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea with Msgr. John Sempa officiating. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Exeter. A viewing will be held Tuesday from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at the funeral home. The Germania Hose Company, Duryea will pay their respects at 7:00 P.M. The American Legion Post 585, Duryea will conduct military services at 7:30 P.M. The V.F.W. Post 1227, Duryea will conduct military services Wednesday morning. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit our website: www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

Guestbook Entries

We are so very sorry to read about your dad's passing. Our sincere condolences to your family. Rest In peace…

Tony & Irene D'Angelo (almost 11 years ago)

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. You are all in our prayers.

Terri and Jim Zezza (almost 11 years ago)

The Hughestown Hose Company is saddened to hear about the passing of Chief Komensky. Our deepest condolences go out to his family. May he rest in peace.

Jamie Merlino (almost 11 years ago)

I worked for Paul a number of years and will be forever grateful for the strong work ethic that he instilled in me. He was an amazing man and I will never forget him. Godspeed Paul R.I,P,

Michael and Karen Rugletic Jr. (almost 11 years ago)

Paul was a very special man who touched the lives of many. He will be sadly missed by those who knew him. His family will be in our prayers. May he rest in peace.

Frank Kilyanek (almost 11 years ago)

I have such fond memories of him. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word! MAY HE Rest in Paradise!! Prayers to his family!!

Cathy Ryzner (almost 11 years ago)

We are both very saddened to hear of Pauls' passing. I have very fond memories of my father helping make porketta and kielbasa on Friday nights. My husband worked for Paul for many years and had the utmost respect for him. Our deepest condolences go out to his family. RIP.

Paula & Joseph Boyko (almost 11 years ago)

I will always be touched by the fond memories growing up next door. Both you and your wife, Claire, along with your children, have a very "Special" place in my Heart. May you and your beautiful bride,.. rest Peacefully.

Darlene DeBiasi (almost 11 years ago)

So sorry to hear about your father's passing. He was a good man. Our family feels your pain. He will be in our prayers that he arrived safely into God's arms.

Owen and Sandra Yonki Barnett (almost 11 years ago)

Lois and Paul. I was so saddened to hear about the loss of your father. He was a great man and did so much for the town of Duryea. He was a great friend and I will never forget all that he has taught me.

(almost 11 years ago)

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