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Carol McCracken Obituary

COAL TOWNSHIP — Carol J. McCracken, 66, of 1311 W. Fern St., Coal Township, passed away at home Tuesday, April 16, 2013.

Born in Shamokin on July 24, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Mary (Venarchik) Yucha.

She was a graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes High School.

Carol was married April 18, 1970, to Richard E. McCracken, who survives.

She was a member of Our Lady of Hope Church, Coal Township.

She was a loving wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She enjoyed cooking, vacationing at the beach and spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband of 43 years, Carol is survived by a son, Richard J. McCracken, and wife, Allison A., of Lebanon; a daughter, Tarah Gemberling, and husband, Shane, of Elysburg; five grandchildren, Gavin Taylor, Morgan McCracken, Connor McCracken, Katie McCracken and Sophie Gemberling; a sister, Rose Weikel, and husband, Palmer; two brothers, Paul Yucha and wife, Dauna, and Robert "Bruce" Yucha and wife, Jeaneen, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Joan Sweda.

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McCRACKEN — Carol J. McCracken, 66, of 1311 W. Fern St., Coal Township. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Leonard J. Lucas Funeral Home Ltd., 120 S. Market St., Shamokin. Committal services will be held at Northumberland Memorial Park Cemetery, Route 61, Sunbury. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until time of service Friday. The Leonard J. Lucas Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Published by The News Item on Apr. 17, 2013.
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So sorry to hear of Carol's passing. Went to high school with her. She was a sweet girl.

Donna Meisberger-Eisenbaugh

April 29, 2013

Dear Rick and Family,
I'm very sorry to learn about your wife's passing. Know that the Lord is with you and your family during this time of great sorrow. You and your family are in my prayers.

Bob Eisenbaugh

April 29, 2013

Dear Rick and Family,
I'm very sorry to learn about Carol's passing. We were friends in grade school. May you feel the Lord's presence in a special way during this difficult time. Grace and peace to you. You are in my prayers.

Gretchen Lund

April 26, 2013

On Behalf Of The Paul Family We are So Sorry for your Lost Tarah and You and Your family will be in Our Thoughts and Prayers

Shannon paul

April 25, 2013

On behalf of my Dad and my sister, Tarah, I would like to take a moment and thank everyone for the outpouring of love and support that followed the unexpected death of my mother, Carol McCracken, on April 16th. I could not possibly list the names of everyone who expressed their sympathy for our loss by dropping off food, sending flowers/cards, visiting Dad, and attending the memorial service to honor my Mom. We were truly moved by the generosity of our family and friends. We thank you all for your love and support. Rick McCracken, Jr.

April 22, 2013

Sending up prayers for Carol and her beloved family.

Jennifer Spotts

April 18, 2013

To Carol's Family:
So Sorry to hear of your loss, she was a sweet lady, wonderful wife, mother & grandmother. Tarah take care I am thinking & praying for you & your family.
Love Cindy & Dave

Cindy Fickinger

April 18, 2013

Carol was truly a LIGHT to many...her beloved family, friends and all those she encountered. May her light continue to glow through her children and grandchildren.

Sister Seton Marie, SS.C.M.

April 18, 2013

I was so sorry to hear about Carol's sudden passing. I pray that your faith in our final reunion in Heaven will strengthen you at this very difficult time. Be assured of my prayers.

Sister Seton Marie, SS.C.M.

April 18, 2013

Tarah and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers.

DeLozier and Baney Families

April 18, 2013

Rick and family...Needless to say we were all shocked to hear of Carol passing away. She was such a nice lady. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Kelly, Chris & Hope Apichell

April 18, 2013

Rick and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family means a lot to me, though it may be years between visits. Know I am with you in spirit, sending prayers of comfort and healing to everyone. God bless everyone.

Mary Alice Lucas-Wilson

April 17, 2013

Rick & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Take care. Darryl & Debbie Kashner, & sons, Darryl & Brandon

Debbie Kashner

April 17, 2013

Rick and family..So sorry to hear of Carol's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all..

Jackie Hoffa

April 17, 2013

Rick and Family- We all are so sorry to hear of your loss. We know how much she will be missed. Our thughts and prayers are with you all in the time of sadness. Carol was a part of our small world of plumbers- even if by marriage- and she will be deeply missed.

Chris Keiser

April 17, 2013

Paul - we are so very sorry to hear about your sister passing. You have our deepest sympathies and sincere sorrow at her passing. Way too young to go, but she is now with the Lord.

Bill & Janet Hand

April 17, 2013

McCracken Family,
Needless to say, we were shocked and saddened to hear of Carol's untimely passing. We want to extend our sympathy during this most difficult time.

Phyllis & Monroe Balliet

April 17, 2013

Rick and family, we were so sorry to hear about Carol, she was a real Lady. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda and Dave Dimmick

April 17, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Rick and his children at this very sad time.

Mary Jane/Jerome Barcavage

April 17, 2013

We send you our sincerest sympathy and love. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed greatly.
Bill and Regina

April 17, 2013

SO SORRY TO HEAR MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY A GREAT FRIEND NEIGHBOR HUGS TO HEAVEN CAROL

DIANNE LEBO-CAMPBELL

April 17, 2013

Sorry for your loss. May god bless you

Joe bobeck

April 17, 2013

Rick,and family,so sorry for your loss, prayers are being sent your way.

Linda Long

April 17, 2013

All our sympathy to Rick and family. We feel your loss. Your family are in our prayers.
Mike and Ann

Ann Sears

April 17, 2013

Rick and Family...May god comfort you at this very difficult time. God bless! We are so very sorry!

Bob and Lynn (Ramer) Nolter Jr.

April 17, 2013

Sorry for your loss Rick, Praying for you buddy.

Todd Olvany

April 17, 2013

Rick and family, I was so shocked to hear about carol, may god comfort you at this time. I know she will be deeply missed. My prayers are deeply with you ,god will comfort you, just look to him, he knows our needs. Carol was a very sweet person, I always enjoyed her conversations at snyders, when you brought her in. Take care and look to god, he is there for you.

Vonda Michaluk

April 17, 2013

Rick and family
So sorry to here about Carol passing. She was a special person and always remember the times on the Avenue. Thoughts and prayers for you and the children

Jim Stehr

April 17, 2013

I am so sorry for your lost. God bless all of you. Praying for all of you.

Donna Mordan

April 17, 2013

THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

April 17, 2013

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