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Matushka Mahally Obituary

Matushka Barbara J. Mahally, 72, of Wilkes-Barre fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, June 25, 2013, surrounded by her family at Timber Ridge Health Care Center, Wilkes-Barre. Her husband of 45 years is Deacon Peter Mahally.

She was born Jan. 20, 1941, in Hazleton, the daughter of the late Nicholas DeBalko and Anna Butz DeBalko.

She was a hairdresser, a graduate of Empire Beauty School, Wilkes-Barre. She also was formerly employed by RCA Picture Tube, Mountain Top.

She was a faithful member of St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church, Seneca Street, Wilkes-Barre.

Surviving, in addition to her husband, Deacon Peter, are her son, Peter Mahally and his wife, Deborah, Zionsville; her sister, Joyce Macus, Sheppton; three grandchildren, Kayla, Emma and Joshua; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church, Seneca Street, Wilkes-Barre, with Archpriest Michael Lepa officiating.

Interment will follow in the Orthodox Lawn of Fern Knoll Burial Park, Dallas.

Family and friends may call at the church from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday. A Parastas service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to her church.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Simon S. Russin Funeral Home, 136 Maffett St., Plains Township.

Published by Citizens Voice on Jun. 26, 2013.
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Peter; Our thought's and prayer's are with you and your family now.

Bonnie & Ray Banaszek

June 29, 2013

Uncle Pete, Peter and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I am
sorry I cannot be there with you.
Sent with love and rememberance,
Karen Rachel and Family

June 28, 2013

Peter, so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. We will pray for her soul and also pray for the comfort of your family at this most difficult time.

Mary Anne & John Whitonis

June 26, 2013

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