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Joseph Dragas Obituary
Joseph S. Dragas, 94, of Steelton, died Tuesday, August 11, 2015 in his home.
He was a graduate of Penn State University, a retired Negotiator for the AFL-CIO Labor Union, an Army Veteran of World War II serving in the Pacific Campaign with 888th Signal Company Depot Aviation. He was the former co-owner of Blanche's Flower Shop in Steelton, a member of Prince of Peace Roman Catholic Parish, St. Lawrence Lodge No. 13 Croatian Fraternal Union and its Adult Tammies where he played the tambura, and the Steelton Lions Club.
Joe was the son of the late Paul and Amelia Cazar Dragas and the widower of Blanche Dimoff Dragas. He is survived by one son, Dennis S. Dragas and his wife, JoAnn of Elizabethtown; four grandchildren, Ali Amey and husband, Chad, Toren Dragas and wife, April, Jason Dragas and wife, Michelle, and Nastassja Esteban and husband, Moises; seven great grandchildren, Zoe Dragas, Madisyn Amey, Elijah Dragas, Elliott Dragas, Reagan Amey, Noah Amey, and Willow Dragas. He was preceded in death by one son, Jeffrey L. Dragas and a brother, Rudi Dragas.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at 11:00 am in Prince of Peace-Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church, 815 S. Second St., Steelton with Rev. Chester P. Snyder as celebrant. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with full military honors. A viewing will be held on Tuesday from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm in Wiedeman Funeral Home, 357 S. Second St., Steelton. Recitation of the rosary at 7:30 pm.
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August 23, 2015
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. We always enjoyed his company and knew him to be generous, kind and always with a positive outlook. Sorry we were unable to be with you for his services, however our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. In sympathy, Nadine & Rich Espenshade
August 20, 2015
Denny & Joann Dori Lynn and Family so sorry
about Uncle Joe a very good man and great family man we will all miss him.
Cathy Fagan, Atlanta, Georgia
John Six
August 18, 2015
My condolences to all who will feel the loss of this kind gentleman who helped so many without asking for anything in return and truly always had a kind word and a smile on his face when you greeted him!
Mike Yancheff
August 18, 2015
I'm very sorry to hear of Mr. Dragas' passing. I often thought of him as a great representative of Tom Brokaw's "Greatest Generation." I think his kind, friendly, straight-forward manner originated in the strength of his character. May he rest in the peace of Christ.
Joe Kuhns
August 16, 2015
To the Dragas families. I am so sad and sorry to hear of Mr Dragas' passing. I have so many wonderful fond memories of him beginning in early high school and thru out all the years to follow. My thoughts and prayers are with all you. May God bless......
August 15, 2015
Our sympathy to his family. We met Joe through our neighbor, Pat Dimond. He was a very nice man, and we enjoyed knowing him.
Judy and Tom Bank
August 13, 2015
Dori sorry to hear about your Uncle Joe he was devoted to your Aunt Blanche. Judy and Bob Mrgich.
August 13, 2015
Denny, JoAnn and family. So sad but then again you were so lucky to have your Dad for so long. As I said before, his children are his legacy...and I know he was proud of you and your family. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. Love, Bob & Phyllis Bogovic
Kevin and Soni Martorana
August 13, 2015
Soni and I are so sad. We love Joe tremendously and what he did for Pat Dimond in the last few years of his life. Now he's just making music in a different place !
Beth McCaslin-Arnett
August 13, 2015
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad. My Mother, Agnes McCaslin, was a sister of your Mom and Dad's neighbor, Theresa Benkovic. I spent many week-ends helping my Aunt and your Mom baking in your Mom's kitchen and your Dad was always so sweet and caring toward me. He would always give me the change he had in his pocket! He will be greatly missed.
Amy Raffensperger
August 13, 2015
Denny, JoAnn and family - I am very sorry for your loss, but glad that your father was able to live out his days in his own home. May the Lord's peace and comfort be with you all at this time.
Kim Neff
August 13, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss Ali and family! Your in my thought and prayers!
August 13, 2015
Your Dad was a great man. One of Steelton's finest. Please accept our sympathy, sadness, and love for you, JoAnn, and your great family. God Bless You all and take care.
Becky and Mike Stubljar. Gulf Shores, AL
Fran & Val Radosevich
August 13, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Joe. He was a very gentle man with a kind heart. We will miss you in the Adult Tammies and your unique sense of humor. Memory Eternal
Randall Huber
August 13, 2015
To the Dragas family and all who knew and loved Mr. Dragas,
May God bless each of you with His gifts of comfort and consolation.
Sincerely,
Randy Huber
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