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George Dervinis Obituary
George Wesley Dervinis passed away at his home on April 24, 2017, at the age of 75.
He was born Oct. 25, 1941, in Newark, N.J., to the late Ella M. (Massaker) Dervinis. He grew up in Plymouth.
For over 40 years, George owned and operated Lower End Pizza in Larksville. Through his business and civic work, George positively impacted the lives of several generations on the West Side. His pagach was legendary, and people would drive from all over Northeastern Pennsylvania to enjoy it. Serving food and drink with both wit and charm, George was a friendly shoulder to lean on to many for decades.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, a past master at Plymouth Lodge 332 of the Free Masons, and served on the Wyoming Valley West School Board. During his retirement, he enjoyed playing cards, spending time with his friends at the Legion, reading and watching movies.
George was a loving father to three children: George, of Kingston, Haley, of Philadelphia, and Todd, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. He is survived by them along with his sisters, Annette Smerdon, Elly Koretic, Sharon Balint and Debbie Turak; and brothers, Bill Dervinis and Wesley Dervinis.
Following his wishes, there will be no service, but we ask that you take a moment to remember George, and toast your glass to him if appropriate.
P.S. Don't drink and drive.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Daniel J. Hughes Funeral & Cremation Service, 617 Carey Ave., Wilkes-Barre.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for George Dervinis
Wayne Thomas
May 2, 2017
Our condolences to the Dervinis Family.
George was a Plymouth Icon - loved and entertained people. Our thoughts and prayers are with him. GOD BLESS!
Marie and Wayne Thomas
Marcella Padagomas - Karpovich
April 30, 2017
Heaven awaits the Pagach King!
Working at Lower End was my first job after turning 16. Since then I never stopped cooking. George you allowed it to be fun but also showed how hard you had to work at it to be successful.
You gave many years to many families or friends dinner time together. I drive by and always think " remember when"
We grew up going there and you can't find a Thick n Chewy pizza or a Pagach like you served around. Rest in peace, condolences to your family and friends.
Peggy Bistrichan Warman
April 29, 2017
RIP my Friend had many good times working for you great guy.
Joel Fierman
April 28, 2017
Very sorry for you and your families loss. God bless you and the family
Michele Pulli
April 28, 2017
Eternal rest to you "Cuz". You will be missed forever. Thanks for all the laughs,,...GODSPEED
barbara kachinko wallace
April 28, 2017
Rip george,you were very good to me as a boss & a friend.i always enjoyed your company you gave me good advise when i needed it you also taught me a lot about cooking.i will miss you.you always put a smile on my face.thanks for being such a great person.you have touched my life & many others 2 in such a good way.good bye my friend
Jim Thomas
April 28, 2017
Sorry to hear about your father George and I bowled together in the Shawnee Mixed league, we are both Past Masters of Plymouth Lodge 332. I have known George for a good many years he was a Good Guy may he rest in peace. Farewell My Brother
Kim Segura
April 28, 2017
My condolences to the family with the loss of a great man may he rest easy
April 28, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of George's passing.we had a lot of fun on the hill as kids..I saw him a few times at the Legion and we always had a few laughs. HE WILL BE MISSED My condolences to the family. Alice McDaniels Hodle.
Joann Brechue
April 28, 2017
My Prays are with you and Family, so sorry for your loss Annette.
Anne Styczen
April 28, 2017
I have wonderful memories and great pictures of all of us. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace cousin.
Kenneth Gocek
April 28, 2017
Rip george you were a great guy with a great heart will be missed the gocek family
Joe Ryncavage
April 28, 2017
George was a "character"...fun to be around...very opinionated...played by his own rules...I always enjoyed his company.
Tara Robbins
April 28, 2017
Rip George a very nice man condolences to the family fly high my friend
Raymond & Jacqueline Arndt
April 28, 2017
R.I.P. George, prayers to all. George was a great person and will be missed by many.
Kevin Kwiatek
April 28, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to George's family. I have never forgotten a great customer and friend!!! RIP George!!!
Kenneth Mc Daniels
April 28, 2017
RIP George you were a true friend of the Mc Daniels family ,and you will never be forgotten.
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