Joseph Arena Obituary

Jan. 15, 2013

Joseph Arena, of Pittston Township, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

He was the husband of Charlene Serpe Arena. Born Nov. 16, 1942, in Pittston, he was a son of the late Anthony and Helen Cituk Arena.

He was a graduate of Pittston Township High School, class of 1960. He was a member of the Italian Citizens Club, Oak Street, Browntown, where he was past president. Before his retirement he worked for the Local 215 Laborers Union. Joseph also was an avid hunter and sportsman.

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are his daughters, Nicole and husband Michael Lazowski Jr., Avoca, and Cary and husband Dave Walsh, Pittston Township; granddaughter, Serena Walsh; grandson, Ethan Lazowski; brother, Daniel, and wife Vicki Arena, Pittston Township; sister, Mary, and husband Frank Glomb, Avoca; uncle, Michael, and wife Lois Cituk; mother-in-law, Josephine Dubinski; three nephews; one great-nephew; two great-nieces and many cousins and friends.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. Viewing hours will be held at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. today. Funeral services will begin at the funeral home at 9 a.m. Friday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from St. Joseph Marello Parish (Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Church), Pittston, at 9:30 a.m. Friday. Interment services will take place in St. Rocco's Cemetery, Pittston Township.

To share a fond memory you have of Joseph or to express your condolences to his family, please visit www.GrazianoFuneralHome.com.

Published by Times Leader from Jan. 16 to Jan. 17, 2013.
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Charlene, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Angela & Sal Locascio, and Mary Capitano.

January 23, 2013

Sorry to hear that Joe is gone

leo and Judy Earlley

January 20, 2013

January 17, 2013
Dear Charlene and girls. My wife and I are so sorry to learn of the passing of Joe. It was always a treat waving at him every time he went pass the house with a little comment. Our condolence to the Arena family.
Joe and Jean Sperrazza

January 17, 2013

Dear Charlene & girls, I was so very sorry to hear about Joe's passing. So young & so loved by his family. May the Lord comfort you all. Love, Angelo

Angelo Natalie

January 17, 2013

Our deepest condolances Charlene to you and your family
Patti and John Shultz and family

January 17, 2013

CHARLENE AND FAMILY Bobby and joanie CITUK (HOLLYWOOOD md)

January 17, 2013

CHARLENE AND GIRLS, MARY AND DANNY
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OUR THOUGHTS
AND PRAYS ARE WITH YOU ALL.

ROBERTA AND SOPHIE HETRO

January 17, 2013

Charlene and family, so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Frances Mazzarella Duddy

January 17, 2013

Charlene and family.I am so very sorry for your loss.I can only pray God gives you all the strength you will need at this time, and the days ahead.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Joanne Gavlick

January 16, 2013

Cary,
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Don Marsh

January 16, 2013

Cary,

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Having lost my dad and mom within a year it is very hard. Laugh when you can cry when you need too.

Sharon Burrows

January 16, 2013

charlene, and family joe was a great guy. He will be missed by family friends and his grandchildren. God Bless you all.

joan gronski

January 16, 2013

Cary, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know how hard it maybe right now for you all especially after just loosing my father as well. Trust in God, he will bring you peace and comfort.

Kim Kristunas

January 16, 2013

Charlene and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Maria & Bob Fahey

January 16, 2013

Dear Cousin Charlene, Cary, Nicole and family, You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Cousin Joe was one in a million and will be missed dearly. We love you all! Teresa & Gus

Teresa Calabro-Pinzon

January 16, 2013

Charlene & Family,Thinking of you with the loss of Joe;may your faith & memories bring comfort Justine & Jim

justine borino

January 16, 2013

Charlene and Family: As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. He will be greatly missed! Lots of love and prayers are sent your way!

Kathleen Connors

January 16, 2013

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