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Daniel Sablich Obituary
Johnson City - Daniel Sablich, 77, of Johnson City passed suddenly on November 24, 2019. He was predeceased by his parents John and Anna Sablich and his brother John. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years Donna, his children, Kevin (Saratoga Springs), DJ & Sheri (Saratoga Springs) and Lori & Tim DelMedico (New Hartford) and his sister Marianne (FL). His greatest pride and joy were his grandchildren Grace, Vincent, Caroline, Maria, Brady, Blake, Addie and Owen. He had many dear friends who he considered his extended family. Dan was born in Binghamton in 1942 and resided in Johnson City since 1974. He graduated from Johnson City High School in 1960, Broome Community College in 1962 and the University of Arizona in 1965 with degrees in engineering and nuclear physics. He was an employee of Singer-Link/L3 from 1965 - 1991 and retired from Lockheed Martin in 2005.
Known as a kind gentleman, he was always looking to help where he could. He was a "pirohi doughboy" and a life-long member of St. Michaels Church. He was also a member of Theta Chi Fraternity, the Czechoslovakian Moravian Club, the Polka Paraders and the JC 50 Year Club Planning Committee amongst many others. A lifetime Yankees, Giants and U of Arizona fan - he experienced the joys of many World Series Championships and several Super Bowl victories but also many years of frustration with the teams. None the less - he remained a steadfast fan! He loved to hunt and fish - scoring a few trophies over his lifetime. One thing Dan was known for was his button-box playing skills. Starting as a child and playing on a record - he played his entire life including most recently at his granddaughter's graduation party. He's now able to play with the rest of his "boxers" again (Ed, Rudy and Bill) and we know they have beer ready!
He had no greater joy than spending time with his grandchildren. He would spend hours in the car and travel hundreds of miles to watch them in their respective sports, drama and music activities. Family was always first and the closeness of our family is largely due to his lead. There are many pictures of the family together because Dan ALWAYS asked for them to be taken (his grandkids usually obliged!).
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 29, 2019 from 4pm until 7pm at the THOMAS J. SHEA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 137 Robinson St., Binghamton, NY 13904. Very Rev. James Dutko will hold the Parastas Service at 4:00pm on Friday at the funeral home. Funeral Services will be held at 9am on Saturday at St. Michael's Orthodox Church, 296 Clinton St, Binghamton, NY 13905. Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contribution can be made to Mercy House of the Southern Tier, 212 N. McKinley Avenue, Endicott, NY 13760. Arrangements are in the care of Albert J. DeMarco.
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December 5, 2019
Dear Donna and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Dan's passing. He was such a lovely man, so devoted and proud of his family. I wish you all peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathies,
Deanne and Mary
Angela Lobevero Wowk
December 2, 2019
Marianne, sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers
John Andrejack
December 1, 2019
Dan and I were high school friends and graduated together. We played baseball and football in a cow pasture near choconut Center. Had great times. So very sorry to here of his passing. I would like to express my sympathy to all his family.
Bill Urdanick
December 1, 2019
Donna, so sorry about Dan. Great person and a lot of fun with the "Button Box Gang". Dan, Larry, Ed , Rudy and I. God bless you and be with you and your family.
Bill and Dolly Urdanick
Janice and Tom Senigla
December 1, 2019
Donna and family,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Dan's passing. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy go out to you and your family. He was one of the bright lights on Pamela Dr. Please accept out deepest condolences.
Janice and Tom Senigla
December 1, 2019
Donna and family,
We are so shocked and sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He was such a gentle soul and one of the bright lights on Pamela Dr. Please know that he is in our thoughts and prayers.
Janice and Tom Senigla
Brenda and Alan Smith
November 30, 2019
We were so shocked by the news of Dan. Our hearts go out to you Donna and all your beautiful family. I am sorry we are in NJ and cannot attend the funeral. Dan has been an icon in our church and he was always a true gentleman. Your wedding was one of the first I attended as a school age child and I have always remembered it at St Michaels's. May God take care of you and your family.
Larry Balan
November 29, 2019
Dear Donna & Family,
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I remember every wonderful moment being one of his "Button Box Buddies" . I've missed Rudy, Ed, Dan and Bill and know some day I will be with them again. We sort of learned the button box together and had many wonderful times at parties, picnics and club meetings. Marlene and I send our deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Larry & Marlene Balan
Gary Ksenak
November 29, 2019
Donna,
We were shocked to learn of Dan's passing. Our families hunted for decades together and I have many many great memories. Dan was always a true gentlemen and friend. Our deepest condolences. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Gary and Christy Ksenak
Treena (Kliment) Rowan
November 28, 2019
I was shocked and saddened to read about Dan's passing. He was a childhood friend of mine, from Choconut Center School. More recently we were facebook friends. I enjoyed reading about his family, especially the grandchildren, and trust that he felt the same.
Treena Kliment Rowan
November 28, 2019
I was shocked and saddened to read that Dan has passed. He was part of my childhood, attending Choconut Center school in our early years. He was also one of my facebook friends in the later years. I enjoyed reading about his grandchildren, and seeing the family pictures, and hope that he enjoyed seeing my rather large family, also. Godspeed, my friend.
Treena (Kliment) Rowan
John Kabanek
November 28, 2019
Donna and Family, I worked with Dan at Singer-Link and am very sorry to hear of his death. We traveled together a few times and conversations with Dan were always enjoyable. May your memories help y'all during this difficult time.
Pat Lenga Sissenstein
November 28, 2019
Marianne, so sorry about your brother.
Dick & Rosemary Orzel
November 28, 2019
Donna & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara A Spencer
November 27, 2019
I graduated with Dan in '60 but my biggest memory was of a reunion a few years ago. He was transporting class members to the reunion area and stopped to pick us up but he took off before I was on the back. I was hanging on the back and running to try to keep up and hollering "stop." He was kind enough to do so and couldn't apologize enough. He was a kind man. Barb Fawcett Spencer
Tom Augostini
November 27, 2019
Dear Sablich Family,
Very sorry to hear such sad news about Mr. Sablich. Mr. Sablich's endless energy toward his faith, family, friends and community will be deeply missed. My deepest condolences.
Ted and Sonia Goosley
November 27, 2019
Donna and Family: Our sincere condolence to you and your family. Eternal Memory!!
Ken & Barbara Lenish
November 27, 2019
Dear Donna,
We would like to express our sincere sympathy of the passing of Dan. May your wonderful memories get you through this difficult time.
Fondly, Ken and Barbara
Ron and Sande Strony
November 27, 2019
Donna and Family,
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He was truly a great person. I always enjoyed working with Dan at Singer-Link. Prayers!
November 27, 2019
Donna and family,
We are so sorry to learn of Danny's passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike and Lynda Herceg
Mark DOOLITTLE
November 27, 2019
Our sympathy to the family. You are all in our prayers
Maria and Andy Supa
November 27, 2019
Remembering Danny and his stories about his vacations and all the treasured moments with Donna and their children and grandchildren...A proud Papa and Grandpa. Blessings of Peace and Comfort to your family. With Love, Maria and Andy Supa
Terry and Diane Szlucha
November 26, 2019
Dear Kevin, our sympathies and prayers at the loss of your father. God bless you and your family and comfort you.
Sarah Abair Munson
November 26, 2019
Dear Donna, Kevin, DJ, Lori and Family,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful husband and father. I will always remember him for his kind, friendly ways. You all remain in our thoughts and prayers!
Jack Malchak
November 26, 2019
Donna
I am still in shock of Dans passing in fact I was going to text him about the 50 club reunion to get the date as he always
Had it for me I will truly miss him he was truly one of the good guys on this earth
Please you and your family accept my sincerest condolences on his passing
Regards
Jack
Stephen & Connie Gates
November 26, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with Donna and the
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