Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania
Aug 8, 1930 – Nov 22, 2012 (Age 82)
Andrew J. JuristaAndrew J. Jurista of Tunkhannock died Thursday, November 22 in the Hospice Unit of Geisinger South in Wilkes Barre. Andy was born in Eaton Twp. on August 8, 1930 son of the late Edward and Mary Gajdica Jurista.At the age of 17 Andy enlisted with the army and served during the...
Read MoreI'm Tom's son and was Andy's nephew. I will always remember Uncle Andy's shy smile and the great chili he made once when I visited him with my dad. I was glad to see Andy in summer 2011 at the reunion we had at Uncle John's place.
Jim Jurista
December 15, 2012 | Cazenovia, NY
Danny, I graduated HS with you, and worked with your Dad at WYCO Supply Co, which was located at the original Tunk Walmart site. Andy was the mechanic, and I was the young kid, cutting grass and washing the new Jeeps. Andy had a special place in his heart for my dog, Shep, who would follow me on the short path to work. Andy always had a great sense of humor that I'll never forget. I still use a few of his jokes until this day. One, as recently as last week. I was fortunate enough to see him...
Ken Smith
November 29, 2012 | Tunkhannock, PA
Dear Mark , Pam & family,
So sorry to hear about Andy. We understand how heart breaking it is to lose someone we love. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you .
Love to all,
Butch & Carole
November 29, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Andy when I worked at Golden Living. He was truly a kind and sweet man, with a great sense of humor. he always took the time to say something nice to us and/or make us laugh. I really enjoyed getting to know him and working with him. He was someone that I will never forget. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Missy Y
November 27, 2012
Mark & Danny, so sorry for your loss. He was one of the best. Lots of great memories. Take comfort in knowing he has moved on to a better place.
Rink
November 24, 2012
Mark, Danny , and family I know words help from experience.really tough to let a loved one go with the spirits.your father was a friend of mine and my fathers for a long time.john told me Saturday when I asked about you two as always .well if you hunt good luck See you at johns or on the mtn. Sorry for your loss.your friend Jim capristo 11/24/12
November 24, 2012