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JoAnn Lesko Obituary
January 15, 2014
JoAnn Hope Neddo Lesko, Baltimore, Md., died Wednesday.
Born in Mahanoy City, she was a daughter of the late Joe and Jean Neddo, Mahanoy City.
She was the devoted wife of Eugene Lesko; beloved mother of Jennifer Quinton and her husband, Jeff, Kathleen Lesko and Joseph Lesko and his wife, Christina; cherished sister of Gena Williamson and her husband, Donald; loving aunt of the Rev. John Williamson and Christina Lackner and her husband, Michael; dear Nana to Marissa Lesko, Courtney Lesko and Josephine Quinton. She is also survived by cousins, nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to gather from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today and Thursday at Schimunek Funeral Home, 9705 Belair Road, Baltimore. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Baltimore. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Lymphoma Cancer Research via St. Joseph Fullerton Athletic Association, 8420 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21236.
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Memories and Condolences
for JoAnn Lesko
Melinda Phipps
February 2, 2014
My favorite memory of Ms. JoAnn was the first time I met her and we worked together at the front table taking money/tickets for the St. Joe's Spaghetti DInner. The stories she told:)
Janet & Andy Peltz
February 2, 2014
She was always smiling & laughing.
Kellie Webster- klijanowicz
February 2, 2014
I remember Ms. JoAnn at the chicken dinners at St. Joes! She was always involved with the St. Joes community.
Myrna Quinton
February 2, 2014
JoAnn was the 1st person to talk to me about moving up from S.C. so we could spoil Jose and teach her tricks. She was a special lady and a good friend.
Josie #1 grandchild
February 2, 2014
Nana made me laugh and taught me how to "Ahhh" to drive mommy & daddy crazy. She also taught me to dance the "Hochie Couchie" miss you & love you Nana.
Rosalie Huffman
January 31, 2014
Joann- Loved soccer-came to all the games. Proud of her family esp grandchildren. Always had a hug or smile.
Loved doing fried dough at the fairs. Clear example of courage and faith. Rest in Peace
Love Jennifer
January 31, 2014
Mom-
From Family "indoor" picnics to always reminding us to wear a coat & did everyone to go to the bathroom. You taught us how to have fun, love & what family really means. Your faith in God & Love of family is your legacy to your children & grand daughters. Till we meet again- & yes I have my coat...
Maureen & Mike
January 31, 2014
Joann- I remember tagging along on your dates with Legs. You showed me how to dance & love life. I'll miss you.
Courtney #1 grandchild
January 31, 2014
Joann Lesko is the best grandma ever. She told lots of funny stories and always let me do her hair.
Phipps
January 31, 2014
Dropping Joe off after school and Mrs. Joann would have ice tea, sweet tarts & soft batch cookies ready for us.
Michelle
January 31, 2014
I have a ton of memories of Mrs. Joann- she was like a mother to me. I loved her spunk! I consider myself blessed to have known her.
Macy Vail
January 31, 2014
She gave me a candy bar after school.
Marissa #1 grandchild
January 31, 2014
Nana is the best grandmother ever. She always let me do her hair. She always made fun of me and poppop.
I LOVE YOU NANA!!!!
James Troskosky
January 24, 2014
My thoughts and prays are for you and family in this time of sorrow.
Matt & Tammy Edwards & Family
January 23, 2014
Our sincere sympathy to the Lesko Family during this very difficult time. Keeping your family close in thought and prayer.
Bob & Sharon Proby & Family
January 23, 2014
Gene, we are so sorry to learn about Joann's passing. We will not be there for the funeral but Kimberly will fly to Baltimore tonight and pay our respect. We will always remember the good times and we will pray for you and your family. May God's peace be with you.
January 23, 2014
Kathy,
I was so sorry to hear about your moms passing, I know you were very close. May she rest in peace.
Mary Cunningham
Ramon and Siony Placiente
January 22, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as you go through this most difficult time. Our sincere condolence to you.
Frank August
January 22, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My the Lord keep you in his blessing.
Joanne and I were classmates at St.Canicus School and we lived in the 600 block of Mahanoy City.
Frank August
Rose Hricisak
January 22, 2014
Dear Gene and Families:
God bless you and give you peace and comfort as you mourn for Joanne. I think of you and the old days often. My heartfelt sympathy, Rose Hricisak and family
Kim Fortuna
January 22, 2014
Kathy,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. We felt like we knew her personally after hearing you talk about her so many times. Prayers and peace to you all at this difficult time.
Take care.
Kim & Betty
Karen Ruberry
January 22, 2014
Kathy and family , we are so sorry for your loss. What a great smile your Mom had. You can tell in the photos how much she loved and enjoyed her family. May God grant her peace, and bring the family peace knowing that she is in heaven looking down on you smiling.
January 21, 2014
Draw comfort in knowing many share in you grief and may the God of all comfort be with you in this time of sorrow.
Margaret O'Connor
January 21, 2014
Leggs, Gena, Lesko & Williamson families, please accept my condolences. Joann will be missed by everyone lucky enough to have know her.
Marjorie Fletcher
January 21, 2014
My sincere sympathy for you loss of JoAnn. Thoughts of growing up in the same neighborhood, going to the same church, and riding the bus to high school for years together brings back many fond memories. You are all in my prayers.
Anne Marie Brill
January 21, 2014
Dear Leggs and family, I'm sorry to hear of Joann's passing. I was thinking of her the other day cause I was reading your mom'a pineapple square recipe that she had given me a long time ago. May God help you all at this time of sorrow. May she rest in peace.
MIchele Wargo Denny
January 21, 2014
Gena,
I was sorry to learn of the loss of your sister. With deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Michele Wargo
Mary Kistler
January 20, 2014
Now there will be a kaleidoscope of colors sent from heaven and they will have the best "gravy" and fried dough! We will miss you JoAnn. Love and prayers to the Lesko and Williamson families. The Kistler Family
Sarah Jacque
January 20, 2014
Gene and family,
May all your loving and wonderful memories of JoAnn and your faith help to bring comfort to you during this time. Each day may a memory be held close to your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Warmest wishes.
Sarah
Barbara Hannon
January 19, 2014
My prayer is that JoAnn found joy at being welcomed home and is knowing that she is at the right hand of God forever. We were blessed to have her in our lives and call her our friend. My thoughts and prayers go to the entire Lesko clan.
~Hugs, peace, and blessings~
January 18, 2014
To Lesko Family: I just received word from our Reunion committee about Joann's passing. Please accept my condolences. Joann was a homeroom friend in HS Junior and Senior years. I will always remember her quick smile and fun loving attitude. I'm sure she will be greatly missed. Francis X. O'Connell IHHS '64
Frank Malocu
January 18, 2014
Leggs and Family, We are very, very sorry to hear of Joann's passing. We always enjoyed when you made your trips to Shenandoah to visit Mary Damato and Rosemary Nieddu's Family, and you would come across the street to visit. It was so enjoyable. Miss those days. Our prayers are with you. And remember, our door is always open on West Washington Street for a visit. God Bless you all.
Sincerely,
Frank and Rosemary Malocu
January 17, 2014
I am so sorry to read about this. I will always remember her as having that beautiful smile. She always greeted everyone with that wonderful face and smiling eyes. She was way too young to die. Our deepest sympathy,
Debbie & Tim Kenney
Sue Hammen
January 17, 2014
Kathy,
I am so very sorry for your loss... Condolences to you and your family. I pray God will hold your close and carry through your time of sorry and need.
Much love to you,
Sue Hammen
January 17, 2014
I'm so very sorry to hear of JoAnn's passing. My prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Beth Thomas
January 17, 2014
Our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Eugene we are all thinking of you and your family and praying for peace as you deal with your great loss. With love from the Perry Hall Tellers at the Credit Union.
Sherrie Palmateer
January 16, 2014
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. We Pray the Holy Spirit will bring you comfort and peace .....Duane and Sherrie Palmateer and Family
Roxanne August
January 16, 2014
God has welcomed a new angle into heaven. ...
Maryann Schestag
January 16, 2014
Very sorry for your loss Kathy, take some solice in knowing she will forever be with you and you will know it. You are blessed to have had her in your life for so long. Thinking of everyone. Love MaryAnn Schestag
Adam and Charyl Eichensehr
January 16, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Maria Myers
January 16, 2014
You are in my prayers as you go thru this difficult time!
Helen Berardino
January 16, 2014
God bless JoAnn - I believe I met you briefly at Kathy's shoppe and did speak to you when Kathy left the Hair Cuttery AND the sisters Christmas decorations were always our favorite!! Lesko family my prayers and good thoughts are with you!! ENJOY celebrating JoAnn and the memories and I believe her spirit lives on through ALL OF YOU! She loves you all and is at peace and smilin down!
Jennifer Albaugh
January 16, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss, praying for the whole family!!!!!
mia mcmillian
January 16, 2014
Sending love and prayer in your hour of need...from my family to yours.
Dave & Nikki Svehla
January 16, 2014
Wishing the Lesko Family Strength through this difficult time.
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