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Joan Vargo Obituary
Mrs. Joan A. (Kovalik) Vargo, 79, of Lehigh Avenue, Palmerton, died peacefully on Thursday evening, Oct. 29, 2020, in the Gracedale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Nazareth. She was the wife of Joseph J. Vargo since Aug. 8, 1966.
She was a retail clerk for the Dollar Tree, Walnutport. Previously, she worked for the former ACME Grocery and as a machine operator for the former Barson and Bishop Garment Company, both of Palmerton.
Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Vasili and Ann (Zitiak) Kovalik.
She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Palmerton.
An avid bowler, she enjoyed being a social member of the Palmerton Hungarian Club.
Surviving in addition to her husband are a son Jed, and his wife, Loriann, of Pottsville; and two grandchildren, Jaiden and Jessica.
She was also predeceased by son, Jeff; and a brother Paul.
Service: Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, Sacred Heart Church, 243 Lafayette Ave., Palmerton. Interment, Towamensing Cemetery, Third St. and Fireline Rd., Palmerton. Call, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Campton Funeral Home, 525 Delaware Ave., Palmerton. Contributions in her name may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences can be offered at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.
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Janice Brentj and Travis krock
November 7, 2020
Dearest Joe,Jed,and family so very sorry about the loss of Joanie,Jed and Travis grew up together and you always treated him like you own,will never forget the story of when you babysat Travis Turtle,we never forgot that story.You will be missed my friend and that beautiful infectous smile.You touched the hearts of
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Kathy A Godown
November 3, 2020
I worked with Joan for many years at Dollar Tree and she was like family. I loved her dearly, she was always a lot of fun and the sweetest person I knew. Although I will not be able to attend her services, my thoughts and prayers are with the family and she will always be in my heart.
William Merics
November 3, 2020
Joanie and Joe will always be remembered by us . We spent many good times together, over the years . Joanie we will miss you a lot. Our prayers are with you . Terrie and Bill
Terry and Karen (Szakacs) Heiney
November 2, 2020
Joe, Jed and family, Sorry for your loss. May memories of good times past provide some comfort during this difficult time. We have many fond memories of your wife and mother.
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