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Andrew O'Donnell Obituary

Andrew J. O'Donnell, 94, of Allentown, PA died April 22, 2019. He was the husband of the late Helen J. (Talarovich) O'Donnell. A decorated World War II Army veteran, Andrew enrolled at Loyola College, earning a basketball scholarship. He was a member of many campus organizations, among them Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit National Honor Society. A 1950 graduate, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame at Loyola in 1994, for his achievements on the basketball court. The Baltimore Bullets of the NBA signed Andy after college, where he played before moving on to several Professional Eastern League teams.Survivors: Daughters, Patricia E. wife of Gene Nosovitch and Sheila E. O'Donnell wife of Dennis McCarthy all of Allentown, PA; grandchildren, Colleen, Brendan and Jack Nosovitch.Services: Funeral Mass 11:00AM Friday, April 26, 2019 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1040 Flexer Ave., Allentown. Call 9 to 11:00AM Friday in the church. Arrangements by J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home, Allentown, PA, www.jsburkholder.com.

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Apr. 25, 2019.

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April 26, 2019

Dear Andy's family,
Sorry to hear of your Father's passing.
He was a very active person at work and his personal time. I worked with him for 10 years at the local Social Security office. He had amusing stories to tell. He was a nice Gentleman.
God Bless you all.
Peggy Schenk Heiser

April 26, 2019

My condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort strengthen and sustain you during this difficult time through prayer. (1Thessalonians 5:17)

Diane Carlo

April 25, 2019

My sincere condolences to Andy's family at this difficult time. I had the pleasure of knowing him for a long time. In readingthe obituary I remember him telling me about the Hall of Fame Induction for basketball, so I guess I've known him since before 1994. I've heard many stories of his family and know how much he enjoyed dancing,as my husband and I saw him at the many dances we attended. He was a very special person. Looks like there was a lot I didn't know about him.
RIP my friend!

Matt Hlay

April 25, 2019

Sheila, Dennis & family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
The Hlay's- Matt, Kristin, Kylie & Kayla

Lori Weisman

April 25, 2019

Thank you for your service to our country. Listening to Bobby Gunther Walsh speak of you this morning I wish I had been blessed with knowing you. You are the truest example of an American Hero Rip

Denise Huber

April 24, 2019

Mr. O'Donnell was one of my favorite patients for many years. He had a ready smile and a great story every time he came to get his dental check-up. I will miss him as will the other members of the staff at Dr. Rother's. Here's to a life well-lived!

Eric Todd (Forschner)

April 24, 2019

My deepest sympathies to my long lost family that I remember often. I literally just thought of Uncle Andy and Aunt Helen last week, while recalling the many summer weeks I spent with all of you as a child. I am traveling on the West Coast, so regretfully I will not be able to attend services, however I have a home in Bethlehem and would love to reconnect with you all. I am now an orphan as well, and understand all too well how important family near and far can be.

April 24, 2019

Andy was a great person. He was always calm with an impish look, making us wonder what was really going on. We had lots of fun with him in office and at out of office functions. He will be very much missed.

Barb Seitzinger

April 24, 2019

To Andy's family,
My sincere sympathies to the O'Donnell survivors. I worked with Andy at Social Security for MANY years, me actually 43+ years. He was quite a character, amusing and even made homemade sausage! He kept us in stitches at work!! He always seemed to enjoy life to the fullest! I am sure he is entertaining ABOVE!

Jack Evans

April 24, 2019

Sincere condolences to the family on their loss. Andy was an incredible man. May he rest in peace.

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1040 Flexer Avenue, Allentown, PA

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St. Thomas More Catholic Church

1040 Flexer Avenue, Allentown, PA

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