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JOHN LACHOWICZ Obituary
JOHN T., SR., aka "Palo" and "Mr. Hubba," the colorful former proprietor of John's Market in Port Richmond and center for the Venango Bears, passed away on Jan. 30, 2015 at age 82. He is survived by Jane, his wife of 56 years, sister Barbara Lynch, son John, Jr., (Donna) daughter Anita Morgan (Brian), grand-daughters Stacy Miller (Jerrid) and Emily, and great-grand-daughter, Genevieve, as well as many loving nieces and nephews. The Lachowicz family will receive visitors to celebrate Palo's life at THE SLABINSKI FUNERAL HOME, 2614 Orthodox St., Phila. on Saturday, February 7th after 10:30 A.M. and his Funeral Ceremony will begin at 12 Noon. Contributions in Palo's memory may be made to Huntingdon's Disease Society of America at www.hdsa.org.
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February 7, 2015
In the book of Human Life, Palo will have a long chapter; because his life was filled by fond memories, by so many people. He was a throwback to an age in Americana, where an independent businessman made a living by taking stock in a community, resulting in the stability of a neighborhood. He was a straightforward character who could be described best by a creative novelist, keeping readers interested in the words that he said and the actions he displayed. He was an anchor to his family, and his extended family, as well. When Palo meets with St. Peter, his merits will be judged by all those who say that they were better off by having been a part of his life story.
Kelly MacEwan- Yeatts
February 5, 2015
To all of John's family I am sorry for your loss. He left so many of us with such fond memories of going into his store .From the many lunches he heled pack to the after school snack he knew you by name as well as your family and usually what you were looking for. He will always be remembered prayers to all his loved ones
Joan Palka
February 5, 2015
Dear Lachowicz Family
My family and I have alot of fond memories of John. It was always a pleasure to go into the store share the neighborhood gossip, relive a memory and leave with a smile. He was a good guy and may he rest in peace. Ray & Joan Palka
Christine Berger
February 5, 2015
You where a good man you will be missed R.I.P John
Crystal Palka Smith
February 5, 2015
Lachowicz Family
My thoughts & prayers go out to all of you..After school everyday we would stop in the store to buy the penny candy..John knew us all by name & even when he closed down the store when he would see us he still knew who we were & always asked how the family was..May he rest in peace he will always be remembered
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