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Paul Peca Obituary
Binghamton: 73, died peacefully at his home Wednesday June 8, 2011. Born in Fountain Springs, Pa. He was the son of the late Ernest and Lily (Jones) Peca. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 49 years Ruth(Wentz) Peca. sister and brother in law Jean and Louis Dacey, Eatontown NJ; sisters in law and brother in law Fay Morgan, Ringtown, Pa, Beverly and Lamar Wiggins Warner, Robins, Ga., Carol Davis, Richmond, Va.; nieces and nephews Karen Dacey, Steven Dacey, Karen Moran, Susan and Ned Grove, Randy and Deborah Wiggins, Perry and Annette Wiggins, Jeffrey Wiggins; great nieces and nephews Tara, Tracy, Ashley, Brandon, Virginia, Grayson, Jessica, Dallas; great nieces and nephews Melissa, Kevin, Sam, Madison Grace, Charles; Paul was a graduate of Mahanoy Township High School, Mahony City, Pa. He attended 2 years at Penn State University, State College, Pa. He graduated from Mansfield State Teachers College. He received his masters degree from SUNY Cortland. Paul was a dedicated Teacher for 35 years. 32 years in the Johnson City School District. He made a difference in many children's lives and will be dearly missed by his family, friends and his Maltese Puppa, Corby. Paul was an active member of the greater Binghamton Friendship Force and the Kattelville Seniors. A celebration of Paul's life will be held Monday June 13th at 10am at the Tabernacle United Methodist Church, 83 Main Street Binghamton. The Rev. Steve Heiss will officiate. Internment will follow at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Frackville, Pa. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-5 pm at the Barber Memorial Home, Inc. 428 Main Street Johnson City, NY. Donations in his memory may be made to Tabernacle United Methodist Church 83 Main Street Binghamton, NY 13905
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Amy (Hershberger) Ayers
June 5, 2024
He was my 6th grade teacher--Harry L. Johnson in 1975. I tell everyone about "my 6th grade Social Studies teacher" when asked "what made you want to be a teacher?" I always had a great deal of respect for him.
Ray Lia
May 20, 2024
Mr Peca was my all time favorite teacher. From 6th grade at Danial S Dickinson 1964. We had a mini class picnic get together with him around 2010 and I am glad that I had the opportunity to tell him so.
He introduced us to politics as it was his first time voting for presidential election. We took tours of the local cemetery. He was big on extemporaneous speaking teaching us to think for ourselves.
Tara
March 29, 2023
I miss my uncle Paul he was a very intelligent man who loved life and taught intelligence. Love you Aunt Ruth.
Tara
March 29, 2023
I miss my uncle Paul he was a very intelligent man who loved life
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Amy
June 10, 2021
Hi, I am a great Great Niece, I found that my grandma is Jean Dacey(Peca) and is Paul’s sister and I have been trying to find ancestry for myself lately but this is all I could find out there. If anyone may have any information I can use or add on please please email me back almost there [email protected]
Great grand uncles I guess hmmm??? So after reading all of the post from former students I feel like I have missed out on meeting or knowing who he was and wish I had met him but I guess wasn’t to be but proud to read if his accomplishments and how many lives he touched, especially teachers fir 6th grade, I don’t even remember mine and that tells me how special he was to all of you that posted. I feel like I learned a little about him from your postings about him in the classroom. Thank you for that, I appreciate it so much.
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Brad Chubb
August 11, 2020
Mr. Peca was a force in my childhood as my sixth grade teacher at C. Fred Johnson. He help a young mind start to learn to think critically.
Amy Ayers
June 5, 2020
I was a 6th grade student at Harry L Johnson way back in 1974. I showed up to visit him in 1985, after getting my BS in Elementary Ed. He was one of the reasons I became a teacher. I even got to talk to his class about what life was like when I was in his class! He was a fantastic teacher, and he took great care to TEACH his class what we need for life, not just what we needed to pass the class. It's 2020 and I have not forgotten him and I speak of him often, with fond memories.
Donnie Hall
October 13, 2016
I was a student of Mr. Peca (so was my 3 sisters & 2 brothers) and without a doubt, this Man was the 'Real Deal', was the BEST teacher I ever had, and after 38 years, I remember him for some lesson he taught me, or some kindness he displayed, or how he could lift your entire consciousness with his words of wisdom.
I feel blessed to have been his student, and in his after life may he know the deep appreciation and Love I have for him and the positive influence he has had upon me.
I wish I would have decided to google you long ago, i was wondering, and so now I know. May the after life be full of heavenly peace, may the force be with, and let it be know Mr. Peca is well remembered here on Earth.
Amy Vignola
June 25, 2011
Mrs Peca and the entire Peca family, I had Mr. Peca for fifth grade at Harry L. Johnson school, in the very early 1980's. He had a profound impact on all the students he taught; for me, he made History come to life. My prayers are with you all and I hope you are able to find some comfort knowing how much he was loved as a teacher and a person.
Amy (Mihalko) Vignola
Carol Bakic Huber
June 16, 2011
I also had Mr. Peca in 6th grade at Daniel S. Dickinson in Binghamton. He encouraged us to create our own inhouse newsletter - he was interested in what we were thinking, and what we had to say. Very inspiring. He told us we were the smartest class he ever had. We, of course, believed him (dare I say we still do, in itself another of his legacies - although you'll notice by the venue we were one of his first classes...). What a wonderful, meaningful life. Much too short, but all of us, his students, were blessed to have been taught by him. With sympathy to the family.
Michael Coon
June 15, 2011
Mr. Peca was one of my favorite teachers. He made learning interesting and definitely pushed countless students to achieve more than they would have without him. I know I was a better student and a better person for having been in his class. Johnson City was a better school district because of him and we were better students for knowing him. My deepest sympathy and many prayers to your family.
Amy (Hershberger) Ayers
June 14, 2011
I had Mr. Peca in 6th grade at Harry L. Elementary. He was one of the main reasons I went on to be a teacher, as well. I wanted to be "just like him" when I grew up. :) I went back to see him when they moved the 6th grade to C. Fred, and I'd been teaching a while. I told him and his class about how he'd influenced my life. He never knew, until that point in time, how much he'd really influenced me. I have spoken often of him, and have many fond memories of his teaching. I will miss him. My prayers to you and your family.
George Orband
June 14, 2011
Mr. Peca shaped the young minds of the children in the Johnson City School District.I feel lucky that I had the good fortune of being one of his students.
June 13, 2011
Dear Mrs. Peca & family,
My husband and I both had Mr. Peca as a teacher in 5th grade at Harry L. Johnson, and we both remember him fondly. In fact, it was in his class that we first met...so he will always be a part of our special memories. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Matt & Tammy Bennett
June 13, 2011
Dear Ruth,
While reading through all the mail you received from former students of Paul's you could feel the love and warmth of the lives he touched. You can feel so proud of him.
We were friends since childhood and shared many memories. He was always a friend to cherish and I do. Please take care of yourself, Ruth and may God bless you in the time to come.
Love in friendship & sympathy
Rose Hricisak
Wendy Walker-Hill
June 13, 2011
Mr Peca was my Fifth Grade teacher and one of my favorites teachers ever!He taught me how to write paragraphs better and I never forgot him for that!!!Thank u very much Mr Peca !!!My deepest sympathy's and God bless
Michael Buchanan
June 13, 2011
Mr. Peca was my Social Studies teacher. He made studying about mythology a very memorable activity for me.
Thank you Mr. Peca
Mary Anne (Sebesta) DeWitt
June 13, 2011
Mr Peca was my 6th grade teacher at Daniel S Dickinson School in Binghamton way back in the 1960s. He was a great inspiration to me. He saw your potential and let you know it. May God Bless him and his family.
Sharon (Roche) Exley
June 13, 2011
To the Family of Paul Peca,
I had Mr. Peca as my teacher in Harry L. School when I was in the 6th grade. Even as a child I could feel how much he loved each and every student. He was one of the best teachers I ever had.
My deepest sympathy,
June 12, 2011
Mr. Peca was my 6th grade English teacher in 1990-1991. He was a great teacher and he will truly be missed! Anousorn Souvanthong
Jamie Kerezman
June 12, 2011
Mr. Peca was a great teacher! He taught me to always admit when I was wrong by admitting he was wrong. He wrote a spelling word 100 times on the board! He made such an impact in my life.
william Rychlicky
June 12, 2011
the best and and yea i will alway's remember him he helped me out in so much i will miss him and never forget him THE BEST TECH EVER
Our 5th grade class at Harry L. Johnson Elementary.
Carin Criscitello
June 12, 2011
Yes, he did make the difference in many children's lives. He was definitely one of the best teachers that I ever had. I will never forget him. My heartfelt condolences to the Peca family and to the Johnson City Wildcat family for this tremendous loss!
June 12, 2011
Dear Ruth, I am sorry to hear of Paul's passing. May Peace, Faith and Love comfort you in the days ahead.
Amylou Boughton Lynch
Mark Bednar
June 12, 2011
Mr Peca was my 6th Grade Social Studies teacher (1972-73). A very influential person in my life, and a wonderful influence on hundreds of people. I'd like to express my deepest sympathies to his family.
Colonel Mark Bednar, USAF
Doug And Mabel Engard
June 11, 2011
Dear Ruth and family, Our hearts and prayers are with you during this diffucult time. We are so sorry to hear of your loss
Jo Darling
June 11, 2011
Dear Ruth, I am so very sorry for your loss. I was a memeber of Tab for many years and remember you both fondly. I was so happy to re-connect with you 3 yrs ago, when I was back in NYS. May God hold you in the Palm of HIS Hand.
Phil & Mary Burkholder
June 11, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Sandra Kostun
June 11, 2011
Mr. Peca was a great teacher. I had him for Social Studies. He made the class very enjoyable. Memory Eternal.
Sandy (Sawka) Kostun
Theresa Leahy Familo
June 11, 2011
I have many fond memories of having Mr. Peca as a teacher, and I often refer to him when talking about my childhood to my own children. He was an amazing man who truly had a positive impact on me and helped to shape how I view life.
May his family find peace and comfort with all their love and memories. God bless you Mr. Peca.
Matt Bedmar
June 11, 2011
Mr. Peca was a vibrant,communicative educator. He totally enhanced my love for history while continually providing a comfortable classroom envoirment. He never missed a beat in life and my prayers and thoughts are with his family. He made a difference.
Heidi Keidel Melzer
June 11, 2011
I'll never forget Mr Peca. He taught me to actually LIKE school. I moved to Johnson City in 5th grade, and he was my teacher that first year. He made my first year at a new school not only bearable, but wonderful.
Natalie Corwin
June 11, 2011
Mr. Peca was a kind and gentle person you would ever met. Had him for a teacher in Johnson City School Disctrict. May God keep in his care without pain nor sorrow and life everlasting with the Lord. And bless his family in this time of need. Memory Eternal.
Mark & Lillian Doolittle
June 11, 2011
Paul was a great teacher. When I worked with him, he always thought of the kids first. I remember him making his own Social Studies booklets for the kids with the most important things for them to learn. He loved etnic foods and always wanted samples. He will be truly missed. Love and many memories from the Mark and Lillian Doolittle family.
Shirley Ryan
June 11, 2011
Dear Ruth, Jean, Louis and families,
My sincere sympathies to all of you. Paul was a childhood/lifetime friend of my husband and they were classmates together at MTHS (1957).
Drs Ming and Zarkov are together once more.
He was a regular contributor to the Mahanoy City/Township websites and we will miss his wit and humor as well as his knowledge of what it was like to grow up in the area.
May God's blessings comfort you during this most difficult time.
Shirley Ryan (nee Thomas)
Allentown PA
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