Ms. Ruth Kanyok, 95, of Exeter, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2014, in Wilkes Barre General Hospital, Wilkes Barre.

Born in Tunkhannock, she was the daughter of the late John and Wilhelmina Umbauer Kanyok. She was a graduate of Tunkhannock High School. Prior to her retirement, she was employed in the area garment industry.

She was proceeded in death by her brother, Gerald and sister, Esther.

Surviving are:
Sister, Roberta Harvey of Tunkhannock
Nephew, Martin Harvey of Tunkhannock
Niece, Terri Harvey of Tunkhannock
Niece, Robin Harvey of Tunkhannock
Nephew, Gerald Kanyok of Tunkhannock
Nephew, Darron Kanyok of Tunkhannock
Niece, Renee Kanyok of Tunkhannock

Great nieces and great nephews

Funeral services and interment will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2014, at 11:00 am in Marcy Cemetery, Duryea by the Rev. Sharon Dietz. There will be no public calling hours. Arrangements are by 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.

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My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Ruth, she was a very dear friend of my mother Evelyn Corby. I am so glad I had a chance to see her in July. She was a dear sweet lady and my heart goes out to each of you. I will never forget her.

Sandra Corby Vogelpohl (about 10 years ago)

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