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Angelo Konstas Obituary
Angelo "Angie" Konstas, 85, of 146 E. Hazard St., Summit Hill passed away peacefully on Dec. 27, 2013 at his residence. He was the husband of Berthamae (McMichael) Konstas of Summit Hill. They had celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this past August.
Born in New York City, N.Y., he was the son of Greek immigrants, Peter and Penelope (Pappianno) Konstas.
He was a graduate of Tamaqua High School.
He attended Penn State University, graduated from East Stroudsburg University and received his master's degree in education from Lehigh University.
Angie was an English teacher for 37 years, having taught at the Panther Valley Catholic School, Tamaqua High School, Jim Thorpe High School and last for Mahanoy Area High School.
He was a football and wrestling coach for Jim Thorpe High School, having been the only coach to have an undefeated football team in school history, and he also had the best coaching record as the wrestling coach.
Angie also coached football and baseball in Tamaqua High School and coached football in Mahanoy Area High School.
He played semi-pro football for the Tamaqua Indians and Ashland Miners and was an active member of the Jim Thorpe Sports Hall of Fame, having been a four time inductee and was an active member of the Carbon County Sports Hall of Fame, having been a one time inductee.
He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Summit Hill, having served as a Sunday school teacher, Sunday school superintendent, choir director, lay reader and custodian.
He was a former chairman of the Summit Hill Police Commission for 25 years.
Angie served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, having served in the South Pacific Theatre. He was a member of the Summit Hill American Legion, Lansford Amvets, former Tamaqua Elks and was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
Angie had the honor of serving as grand marshall for the Summit Hill Memorial Day Parade in 2002.
Surviving along with his wife; are three sons, Scott Konstas and his wife, Donna of Lansford; Todd Konstas of Summit Hill and Brad Konstas of Mahoning; grandchildren, Zachary Konstas, Aja Konstas, Dakota Konstas, and Jason Shemansik and his wife, Sheryl; great-grand-children, Cole Shemansik and Duke Shemansik; brothers, Dino Konstas and his wife, Marie of Tamaqua; Ernie Konstas and his wife, Marsha of Minnesota; and Louis Konstas and his wife, Joan of Tamaqua; a sister, Faye Georgis of Tamaqua; sister-in-law, Faye Bryant and her husband, Jack of Summit Hill; many nieces and nephews.
Services: Funeral service is on Tuesday, Dec 31, 2013 at noon at the United Methodist Church, 101 E. White St., Summit Hill. Calling hours are Monday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. from the Thomas J. Parambo Funeral Home, 54 W. Fell St., Summit Hill and on Tuesday morning from 11 a.m. to noon at the United Methodist Church, Summit Hill. Summit Hill American Legion Military Honors service will follow church service. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Summit Hill American Legion Service Monday Evening at 7:45 p.m.
Contributions, in his name, may be made to the United Methodist Church of Summit Hill Memorial Fund.
Arrangements are being handled by the Thomas J. Parambo Funeral Home, Summit Hill. Online Condolences may be signed at www.parambofh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Angelo Konstas
Joe Williams Sch 33
January 3, 2014
Todd
My Condolences to you and your Family
January 2, 2014
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the Konstas family. My wife knew Angie as a coach and as a fellow teacher at Mahanoy Area. My memories of Angie go even back further to the mid 60s, thru the 70's and beyond. He was a great coach, a excellent teacher and also an advisor helping all the students and youth even if they did not attend JTHS or MA . Regards Joe and Carol Kalista Barnesville Pa
Harry Eisenhart
January 1, 2014
Mr. Konstas our teacher and coach-You lived your life exactly how you taught us.....Your memory lives on.
Mary Ann (Rontz) Hazel
January 1, 2014
I want to extend my expression of sympathy to the Konstas family on Angie's death. May you understand the peace that passes all understanding as Angie is living in the promise of the Resurrection.
I was a student at JTHS where he was my 9th grade English teacher. The subterranean classroom was gloomy, but he kept the mood bright.
He will be remembered by many at JTHS as a great football coach.
CHARLES CAROLE SULLIVAN
December 31, 2013
WITH ALL MY LOVE ,TO A WONDERFUL PERSON.ANGIE WAS SO GOOD TO ME IN ALL THE WAYS OF LIFE.KONSTAS FAMILY WERE SPECIAL PEOPLE AND ANGIE WAS THE HEAD,MAY THE LORD HOLD HIM HIS HAND.
John Belsak
December 31, 2013
Todd, My deepest sympathy to you & your family. Your father was a great American Patriot.
Jack Belsak
December 31, 2013
Konstas Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. With sympathy Gene ,Teresa,Mary,Emily ,Michael Lienhard Esaton PA.
Ernest Konstas
December 31, 2013
With the saints, O Christ, grant rest to the soul of your servant, that the departed may repose in a place where there is no pain, no sorrow, no suffering, but everlasting life.
May his memory be eternal
Your brother Ernest Konstas
Ron Ackerman
December 31, 2013
Dear Berthamae,
So sorry to hear the news of Dear Angie's Death. I will always remember his good cheer and beautiful smile.
December 30, 2013
I was 16 years old when he was my football coach and teacher. The memories of both are so vivid - The THS varsity team was beaten by Mt Carmel and we went to play as Jayvees. He told us to put our helmets on before we left the bus he came down the line and whacked us all and said - now who are you gonna be afraid of come Monday practice. Go out and show them who you are. We did and we beat them. He has remained in my life through all my years. The conversations - the memories. He and his wife were a pleasure to welcome into where you were in your life. There can be tears - but there is much more - a celebration that you have known he and his wife and held them close and called them friend. God gives us gifts in wrapping - and when known - they are treasures. I lost a great treasure and my heart while greatly sadden - knows it walked with and talked with greatness.
Ruthy Kerr
December 30, 2013
Going back many, many, years, Angie was my first love. I was only in grade school!!! He came home from the Navy. Bought a car and asked me if I wanted to go for a ride. I was so excited ~~~ Until he asked his current girlfriend to sit in the middle and I had to sit by the passenger door ~~~ I was heartbroken!!! He then went away to college and I lost track of his whereabouts!!! Then low and behold ~~~ He appeared at THS teaching English Literature and he was my 10th grade home room teacher. Every morning he walked in home room ~~~ picked up a piece of chalk, said nothing, and wrote "THINK" across the whole blackboard.
I grew up around the corner, what a beautiful,wonderful, caring, loving family. So devoted and blessed to be able to spend a lifetime together!!!
Angie is at home with his parents, our Loving Father, whom he served throughout his life.
May God bless and keep you all in His care ~~~ Comforting each of you in your hour of need. May you feel His loving arms embracing you during these difficult times.
Fondly remembering all the good times we shared from the 1940's and 1950's in the North and Middle Ward!!!
Pete Weiksner
December 30, 2013
Great coach. Great man.Jim Thorpe football 1958-1961
Kevin & Louise McClafferty
December 30, 2013
Our Deepest Sympathy to your family, Angie was such a good man. May the good memories of him bring joy to your heart as you tell them. I know for years when the family get together there is always good stories about growing up with him coaching these young men.May god easy the pain in your heart know he is in god hands now.
Hagar (Pry) Malone
December 30, 2013
One of the best teachers ever. He was an inspiration.
Nancy (Watto) Kirchdoerfer
December 30, 2013
My favorite English teacher at JTHS I remember how he liked to collect buffalo nickels. Every time I see a buffalo nickel I think of Angie Konstas. He certainly will be missed a wonderful man who touched many lives. God Bless!
Ann McGinley
December 30, 2013
Mr K was an exceptional teacher. You were never bored in his class and he always challenged you to expand your vocabulary and use it! He taught us excellent values in life too!
Edward Bachert
December 29, 2013
Angie was one of the finest coaches at THS. I will always remember him for his Bark that was more fearful than his Bite. He could sure get your attention in a hurry. May his Memory Be Eternal
Maria Szczecina
December 29, 2013
Angie was not only a great neighbor but an incredible man. We always enjoyed chatting with him . He will be missed and remembered by many. Your family is to be commended for the excellent care and love you gave Angie in his weakest moments. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Maria, Jeff and Jake Szczecina
Linda Kostenbader Lager
December 29, 2013
He was one of my favorite teachers that I remember the most. Excellent teacher and person that had great values! So sorry to hear of his passing.
Carolyn Scheib Fung
December 29, 2013
Mr. Konstas was one of my favorites. He was a nice man and a great teacher. May God be a comfort to his family at this time.CSF THS 1959
December 29, 2013
Mr. K was my English teacher. We had to memorize & recite poetry. When he challenged us to recite "We Are Seven" I accepted the challenge and recited it. Still one of my favorite poems. I enjoyed him as a teacher, he was young & forward thinking. AF THS 57.
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