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Chester Bednarek Obituary

Chester P. Bednarek, 81, of Eynon, died Saturday morning at Geisinger Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre. He is survived by his wife, the former Jean Virbitsky. They had been married 59 years.

Born in Dickson City, he was the son of the late Frank and Stella Safinowski Bednarek and was a member of St. Mary's Visitation Church, Dickson City. He was a graduate of Dickson City High School, and he served with the Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was a former member of VFW Post 5937 and the Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 11, both of Dickson City. Chester had been employed as an auto mechanic at Frank's Garage, Dickson City, and before retirement he was employed as a guard at Farview State Hospital.

He dealt with military memorabilia, and along with his wife owned and operated an antique business for many years, traveling throughout the country. For the past 16 years they sold items at Sugerman's in Eynon.

Surviving are a son, John Bednarek, Eynon; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank and Stanley Bednarek; and two sisters, Mary Matechak and Sophie Gajzik.

Friends may call Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Frank T. Mazur Funeral Home Inc., 601 Dundaff St., Dickson City. The funeral and interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

To leave an online condolence visit the funeral home website.

Published by Scranton Times on Feb. 19, 2018.
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Fly high, Uncle Chet. You will be missed. Much love to Aunt Jeannie and John at this difficult time.

Geneva Robinson

February 22, 2018

So sorry to hear of my dear Uncle Chet's passing. My mother's baby brother was much cherished by her and all. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Andrea and Gregg.

Andrea Casellini

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February 20, 2018

Prayers of peace for Jean and John Chet was a good man and my friend I will miss him God rest his soul

Michael Castellano

February 20, 2018

Chester will remain in our hearts forever.May the love around you help you through the days ahead. May he rest in peace. Steve & Patti

February 19, 2018

So.sorry.to.here.of.chest.passing

anthony virbitsky

February 19, 2018

My condolences go out to Chester's family. I worked with him years ago and will always remember him as a gentleman and a kind person. I'll remember his family in my prayers.

Chris Makowski

February 19, 2018

So very sorry for your loss. God bless and keep you always. (sugarmans-joanne's attic)

Joanne Dodgson

February 19, 2018

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