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Marian Papinsick Obituary
Born in Allentown, October 15, 1956, she was a daughter of the late Anthony J. and Anna (Varga) Kropf. She resided in the Conyngham Valley for the past 29 years after moving from Coplay, Pa.
She was employed as a human resources manager for Office Max in Humboldt. She had also worked as an administrative assistant for PPL at Susquehanna from 1979 to 1989. In addition, she had been an administrative assistant for Butler Township, was with the auditing department of First Federal, and an office manager and human resources manager for St. Luke Pavilion.
Marian was a member of St. John Bosco R.C. Church, where she was a Eucharistic Minister.
She was a former Girl Scout troop leader, a graduate of Leadership Hazleton, a Drums Lioness, and an active member of the CVCO. She will be remembered as a loving wife and mother who enjoyed sewing, reading, cooking and being with family.
She was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by a nephew, Kyle Papinsick.
Surviving are her husband, Alan J. Papinsick, with whom she would have celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary on September 14, 2008; a daughter, Jessica, who attends Wilkes University; a son, Christopher, a 2008 graduate of Hazleton Area High School who will attend Hood College, Frederick, Md. in the fall; brothers Anthony C. Kropf and his wife, Gail, Silver Spring, Md.; Col. Carl Kropf, U.S. Army Ret., and his wife, Cathy, Herndon, Va.; two nieces, and three nephews.
Her funeral will be held Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. from the Harman Funeral Homes and Crematory Inc., (East) 669 W. Butler Drive, Drums. The Reverend Joseph Evanko will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. John Bosco R.C. Church, Rt. 93, Conyngham. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday evening, from 6 to 9 p.m. A Christian Wake service will be held Thursday evening.
The family would appreciate donations in Marian’s memory to Catholic Social Services, 214 W. Walnut St., Hazleton, PA 18201. Condolences can be e-mailed at and more information is available at www.harmanfuneral.com .
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Memories and Condolences
for Marian Papinsick
Charlie Brennan
July 13, 2008
Al,my thoughts and prayers are with You and Your Family.God Bless.Charlie
Erica Kuntz
June 27, 2008
Jessica, Chris, and Al,
I was shocked and very saddened to learn about the loss of your mother and wife. I have so many good memories of her from my childhood that are a big part of my life. She was taken away from you much too soon, and I will always keep a positive memory of her in my heart, as I know you all will. Much love and condolences.
Cindy Walsh
June 26, 2008
Dear Alan & Children, Carl, Tony & Families,
We grew up with Marian. I as a next door neighbor and grade school buddy, Charlie was a high school classmate. We will always remember her as looking like a pixie, but with the determination of a dynamo. It did not surprise us to read of her involvement with church, school, and her community. We were all blessed by knowing her, and shocked at how quickly she was taken. We hope that your love and wonderful memories sustain you through this difficult time.
Cindy (Royer) and Charlie Walsh
Debra Kuntz (Gallagher)
June 26, 2008
Al - I was shocked and sorry to hear about Marian. Even though her time was too short, memories will sustain you. Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Sylvia Pituch
June 25, 2008
* Rather than mourn the absence of the flame, let us celebrate how brightly it glowed.*
To Al, Marian's children, and all who love Marian,
I too was sad to read of Marian's death - much too soon. It's been a few years since we were in touch (I believe it was back when we spoke about starting Odyssey of the Mind) - but Marian is one of those people whose footprints remain on your heart forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you travel on this unexplored journey. Be open to the ways in which your wife and mom will let you know she is still with you.
Much love,
Sylvia & Victor
David Royer
June 25, 2008
Alan,Tony, Carl, and families,
We were shocked to hear about Marian's passing. She will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Royer's, Dave (Scott), Therese, Bruce,Tiffany
Colleen Carver
June 25, 2008
Al, Please know that my heart breaks for you, Jess and Christopher. I recently revisited our Las Vegas trip photos and remember the good time we all had. Marian will always be with us in our hearts.
Mark Breiner
June 25, 2008
Al, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God's blessings ease your pain at this difficult time.
Kim and Bill Evetushick
June 25, 2008
Al Jessica and Christopher,
It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Marian. I heard the words and could not believe that my high school friend "Cheeks" had left us already. Be comforted by the
memories, smiles and love she shared with all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. You all now have a special angel to look over you from above. May God be with you
Joanie Klucharich
June 25, 2008
To Al and Family,
So sorry about Marian. It was quite a shock. I will always remember the fun time we had in the Bahamas back in 2000 on the PPL Company trip. Also, the short time i did work with her. She was a real sweetie. May your memories of her comfort you at this time. May she rest in peace. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanie Klucharich
PPL Electric Utilities
Former PPL Susquehanna, Inc. Employee
Lou & Rita Spinelli
June 25, 2008
Al and Family
We were shocked to hear of Marian's passing. I hope you know our thoughts are with you.
Susan (Muldowney) McQuilken
June 25, 2008
Al,
I am so sorry to hear about Marian. May it help to know that I am thinking about you and your family at this time.
Clarann Gafrarar
June 25, 2008
Alan, Jessica and Christopher,
With such sadness I write this note -knowing you all were with heavy hearts the past few weeks. Our deepest sympathy, love and prayers are with you are this most difficult time. My fondest memory of Marion was one Memorial Day parade - sitting on my parents porch watching the parade. The air cold and me with a mug of coffee. Marion looked at me and said with a BIG GRIN "ok where did that cup of coffee come from" we laughed and headed to the kitchen to get her a cup too. Jessica and Christopher were younger and wondered why their Mom and the coffee clutching woman were laughing sipping the coffee. (Laughing because I was complaining over INSTANT coffee - all we could find in that house! It was just a moment of humor that stuck with me over the years. May memories of this sweet woman - be with you and help ease the pain. Love, Clarann & Family
Joe Amant
June 25, 2008
Al:
I was sorry to hear of Marian's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Deb Perna (Alvarado)
June 25, 2008
Al: How sorry I am to hear about Marian. You and your family are in my heart.
Paula Gavlick
June 25, 2008
Al, I would like to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your wife. May God bless you and your family at this difficult time.
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