Name: Calling hours for Beverly A. Capece
Start: 2023-01-28T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-01-28T18:00:00.000Z
Location: George A. Strish, Inc. Funeral Home - Ashley

Beverly A. Capece, 71, of Hanover Twp., passed away Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at Allied Service Hospice Center, Wilkes-Barre.

She was born in Newark, N.J., Jan. 19, 1952, the daughter of the late George and Irene Hazlak Weber.

Beverly was a member of the graduating class of 1969 of Northwest High School. She went on to further in education at College Misericordia, Dallas, where she received a B.S. degree in elementary education/special education in 1972. She also attained her M.S. degree throughout her 33 years of employment with the Luzerne County Intermediate Unit 18. She was a devoted teacher who cared for and loved her students.

She was a member of PSEA and NEA.

Preceding her in death was her daughter, Stephanie Sciandra, on Oct. 29, 2016; and brother-in-law, Robert Lawson.

Surviving are her husband of 49 years, Richard M. Capece, at home; three grandchildren, Dailyn Cochran and Tyler and Nico Sciandra; son-in-law, PJ Sciandra; sisters, Lorraine Lawson and Carol Jackson; nephews, Joey Lawson and Jordan Jackson; and nieces, Debbie Warner and Lana Jackson.

Family and friends are invited to attend memorial calling hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at George A Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley. A prayer service will be held at 12:45 p.m. with the Rev. Vincent Dang officiating.

The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the entire staffs of Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and also to Allied Services Hospice Center for their excellent care and compassion given to Bev in her time of need.

Donations can be made in her memory to place she held dear in her heart, the Diamond City Figure Skating Club, 38 Coal St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Citizens Voice from Jan. 22 to Jan. 24, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Beverly Capece

Sponsored by George A. Strish, Inc. Funeral Home - Ashley.

12 Entries

Judy Roman

December 12, 2023

Richie will be thinking of you this holiday....I was just thinking about bev and the wonderful family reunion she put on that summer. And how much fun I had...I will mention her in my prayers always... Love Judy roman

Judy roman

July 19, 2023

Richie it's Judy roman I am so sorry about Bev...I am so late with this only because I just found ..I would of been there....I thought the world of Bev...please call me if you need me...I love you Richie........Judy roman

Jade Perdue-Puli

April 15, 2023

Rich-
I am very late in sending condolences but just learned of Bev's passing. I want you to know how sorry we are to hear this and to let you know we are thinking of you.
In Sympathy,
Bala, Jade, Benjamin and Indira Puli
(Beach Neighbors)

Mark Rostkowski

January 30, 2023

Richard,, I was shocked to read of Bev's passing,, I will always remember the girl I met, She was a beautiful, gregarious , outgoing person who always made me feel like we had been friends forever,,, I am sure Jesus and Our Blessed Mother welcomed her open armed into heaven...

Diane Cragle

January 27, 2023

I was blessed by Bev´s friendship. What a wonderful world this would be if all could be touched by someone as kind and caring as her. Loving thoughts and blessings to Rich and Dailyn.

Layla Miller

January 26, 2023

I'm so sorry to hear of Bev's passing. I will always hold the memories of her, Steph and Rich close to my heart. Praying for you Rich and Dailyn.

Joe Paprota

January 26, 2023

Rich,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Bev.
Please accept our most sincere sympathy and condolences. I'm sure she will be missed by all.
We will light a candle in her memory at our church here in Florida.
Your friend and fellow neighbor,
Joe

Jack & Sandra Dudrick

January 26, 2023

We are so sorry to learn of Bev's passing.
Hoping that your close family will help soothe your loss.

Mary Ann Massaro

January 25, 2023

Rich, me deepest condolences. You certainly have had your share of heartaches. God truly must bless you for the tireless love and support shown to your family. My thoughts are with you always.

Ernie & Stef Sholly

January 25, 2023

Richie, there is so much to say but the words just won't come. Bev's passing has left a void that won't ever be filled. Our 50+ years of friendship has always been a treasure in our lives that will always continue. Nothing could ever replace it. May God bless you with His strength, peace and love -- as He has always done. Love you, good buddy.

Joe Gonda

January 25, 2023

Very sorry for your loss prayers and blessings

Lorraine Alles

January 24, 2023

Mrs. Capece was my daughters life skills teacher at Heights Murray School. She was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful person. I am truly saddened by the news of her passing.

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