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1938
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2024
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Thomas Lakata Obituary
Thomas E. Lakata, 86, of Fellowship Community, Whitehall, formerly of Hauto, Carbon County, passed away Monday July 8, 2024, at Fellowship Terrace. He was the husband of Lenora (Sandri) Lakata to whom he had been married 59 years. Born in Coaldale, Schuylkill County, March 24, 1938, Thomas was the son of the late Joseph and Anna (Lapos) Lakata. He faithfully and honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean era. Thomas was employed as a sewing machine mechanic at the former Kai Jay Mfg. in Nesquehoning for 38 years before retiring in 2002. He was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Orefield.
Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Lenora; son, Dr. Thomas J. Lakata (Rebecca) of Fogelsville; daughter, Yvonne M. Gibble (Chad) of Orefield; grandchildren, Thomas P. Lakata, Lauren E. Lakata; predeceased by siblings, Joseph F. Lakata, Frank Lakata, Dorothy McConnell, Margaret Marouchoc.
Service: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 am. Monday, July 15, 2024, at St Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, 1879 Applewood Drive, Orefield. Family and friends may pay their respects from 10:00 am. – 11:00 am. Monday at the church. Interment with military honors will follow the Mass at Sky-View Memorial Park, Hometown. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. in Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fellowship Community Activities Fund c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box #196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.
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for Thomas Lakata
Ann velekei
August 23, 2024
Dr lakata. Sorry for loud loss know God has him in His peace n love may God bless and give His peace to all his family members.
Ann Marie n Ben Velekei
Barb Hawk
July 28, 2024
Lenora and family, condolences to you and your family. I enjoyed working with Tom during my time at KayJays.
JAN D GULDEN D M D
July 27, 2024
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY
JAN D GULDEN D M D
Debra Krause
July 15, 2024
Larry and I are saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Our condolences go out to you, Lenora and your family. Working with Tommy was a pleasure and Larry and I enjoyed our country line dancing days with you two. May God bless your family and welcome Tom into God's kingdom.
Debbie and Larry
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Bill Dampman
July 14, 2024
Grace and I send our condolences to Lenore and family. Tom was a good friend for many years. Sorry to hear about his passing. May he rest in peace.
Mike & Michelle Pisko
July 13, 2024
Tom so sorry to hear about your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Susan Stine
July 13, 2024
Dr.Lakata, Thinking of you and your family. In sympathy and friendship.
Ginny & Tom Smith
July 12, 2024
Lenora- So sorry to hear of Tom´s passing. Will always remember our dancing days. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Mike and Eileen Metro
July 12, 2024
Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Randy Horvath
July 11, 2024
Dear Yvonne and the Lakata family. I have the privilege of meeting your dad and you one evening as I was leaving Fellowship. I could tell your dad had a treasure chest full of stories. I wish I would have had a chance to sit and hear all of them. May the grace of God be upon you and your entire family.
Randy Horvath
Ann Davis
July 11, 2024
Tom and Lenny were the best neighbors ever for over 45 years! We missed them dearly when they moved to Fellowship Community and always will. Tom was always outside puttering around with Lenny right by his side helping. Our hearts go out to all of you at this time , however I know you all must be at peace that he is now enjoying peace and rest after his illness. Prayers for all of you. With sympathy and love,
Ben and Ann
Larry and roseanne Blisard
July 11, 2024
Our sincerest condolences to Lenora and family
John & Jane Halenar & Family
July 11, 2024
Our heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Lakota and her family. May your special memories always keep him in your hearts.
Frank Genther
July 11, 2024
Lenora, sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I remember the good times playing pinochle with Tom. He was a great guy.
Rich Bower
July 11, 2024
Dr. Lakata - I just wanted to extend my sympathies to you and your family. Having seen you on Friday, I was shocked when I saw your Dad's obituary in the newspaper. May all the memories and love your shared sustain you now and ever.i
Kathleen Baker
July 11, 2024
Tom your dad must have been a loving man as you so skillfully and kindly treat your patients. So sorry for your loss.
Bill Scutta
July 11, 2024
Lenora, my deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved husband.
Bill Scutta
Frank and Maria DeMatto
July 11, 2024
Tom and family, we are sorry for your loss. Praying for The LORD´s comfort for you at this time.
Stacey Lewis (Yonak)
July 10, 2024
Dear Dr. Lakata and family,
We are sorry to hear of your Father's passing. May the Lord be with you during this difficult time and always.
God Bless,
Paul, Stacey, Isaiah and Jacob Lewis
Fran Sterzen DiGiacomo
July 10, 2024
with deepest sympathy. I´m sorry for your loss.
Raymond Boyer
July 10, 2024
Words cannot express the feeling we have for the entire Lakata family at this time. Tommy and Lenny have best among our closest of friends forever. Tom was the type of person you could say it was an honor to know. Mary Ann and I want to express our deepest sympathy to Lennny, Dr. Tom Jr. and his wife, Yvonne and her husband as well as all the grandchildren. Rest in Peace my friend and may Our Lord welcome you with open arms where you will live forever with family and friends. God Bless. With deepest sympathy, Mary Ann and Ray Boyer and Family
Darinka Ramirez
July 10, 2024
Dear Yvonne, I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your father. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Losing a loved one is never easy, and I can only imagine the impact this has had on you and your family. My thoughts are with you, wishing you strength and comfort.
Janice
July 10, 2024
Lenora, so sorry to hear of your husband`s passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers sincerely, Janice Backus DeLay.
Abizer Bookwala
July 9, 2024
Yvonne, very sorry to hear of your Father’s passing. Wish you and your family strength in this difficult time.
Grateful
July 9, 2024
Thomas,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Robert J. Miklas, USN.
July 9, 2024
“A soldier has passed away today.” Thomas, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final bugle has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation’s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.
Dennis Marshall
July 9, 2024
Dear Yvonne, May our Lord Jesus carry you and your family through this most difficult time. Your Dad is home, in the presence of Our Lord, taking his place prepared for him from the beginning of time among the saints and angels. Sincerely yours, Dennis Marshall
Robert Kovacs
July 9, 2024
Rest in peace with Christ
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