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Gerald Sobaszek Obituary
Feb 18, 2025
Of Blasdell. Beloved husband of Judith (nee Sibiga) Sobaszek; Devoted father of Jackie (Michael) Fleming, Lynn Sobaszek; Cherished grandfather of Jillian, Marcus, Max, James and great-grandfather of Ari'yana. Loving son of the late Stanley and Jean (nee Wilczak) Sobaszek. Dear brother of Stanley, Jr. (Nancy) Sobaszek; also survived by many relatives and friends. Relatives and Friends may visit The Colonial Memorial Chapels, 3003 South Park Ave., Lackawanna on Friday from 4-8pm where the Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 10am. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. Mr. Sobaszek was a Army veteran and a retired Lackawanna Police Officer.
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Joe Marcin(kiewicz)
February 26, 2025
To Stan and the entire Sobaszek Family. I was saddened to hear of Gerry's death. I have so many fond memories of Sobi. We lived downstairs from Gerry's family on Rich Place. I was about 4 years old when Gerry put me on that Schwinn bicycle and drove me around the local streets to deliver his newspapers. I was thrilled. He was THE very first friend I met in my life. He protected me and looked out for me during my life in Lackawanna. At 16 while walking home one late evening, Gerry pulled up in his squad car and said "Hey Joey, everything ok? I replied, "yes officer", he smiled and said "if you ever need anything, just let me know and say hi to your Mom and Dad and behave yourself". Sobi, you were my friend and will always be remembered. May you Rest In Peace.
Robert Zombron
February 26, 2025
My condolences to the family, Bob Zombron, LHS '60, Midlothian VA.
Jackie Satison
February 21, 2025
Dearest Sobi always such a wonderful sweet amazing fun man. I always cherished and enjoyed our conversations and your stories and of course all the jokes. But most of all how you spoke of your Saint of a wife and your children and grandchildren. Thank you for always being a friend, an ear and most of all someone that Brian looked up to. You were always great and fun to be around. I am so glad you were a part of our special day and will treasure all the fun times.
My deepest sympathy to your wife and family. You truly were a blessing.
ray pokojski (aka porky)
February 21, 2025
sorry to hear our condolenses to your family. steelton neighbor for years. he loved his cigars.
Michael Joynt
February 21, 2025
I enjoyed talking with you and sharing memories not to long ago. You will be missed by many, may God bless you Sobi and your family.
Jim & Kathy Maj
February 20, 2025
To Judy and the entire Sobaszek family we offer our sympathy for your loss.May the comfort of family and friends bring you peace during this difficult time.I will miss all the times with Sobi golfing,Knights of Columbus meetings and outings and just sharing a beer and laughs together with friends.We drove together every week for years to our weekly golf.I will miss his friendship very much.RIP my friend .
Robert Czyz
February 20, 2025
Sympathy to the family, and friends. From the great generation, he will be missed in Steelton neighborhood. RIP
Bob
February 20, 2025
God bless Jerry's soul. He was a good husband,father,police officer,and friend.He is home now. Amen!
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