Catherine Pastelok, 60, of Falls, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024, at home after a brief illness. She was the wife of Michael Pastelok.
Born on June 29, 1963, in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Margaret Krempa Guitson.
She graduated from Wyoming Area High School and received her Associate Degree from Penn State-Dunmore. She worked at Schott Optical, Duryea, and was a member of the Corvette Club. Cathy was also a big NASCAR fan.
Also surviving are her sister, Janice Brosz, Reading; her stepson, Michael Pastelok Jr., Jessup; and cousins: Jaime and Jennifer Rowley.
She was also preceded in death by her aunt, Mary Catherine Rowley.
For those wishing to remember Cathy, a reception will be held at the family home, 174 Baily Road, Falls, on Saturday, June 8, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Funeral arrangements are pending from the Paul F. Leonard Funeral Home, Pittston.
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Tina Gittleman
May 30, 2024
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
CORVETTE CLUB OF N.E.PA
May 30, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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