Crystal had a flair for life and was a devoted wife to her husband, Matt Stash, and mother to three beautiful children, Gia Keefe, Lia Keefe and Furia Donnelly.

Crystal attended Wyoming Valley West High School and earned an associate degree from Luzerne County Community College and recently she became a realtor with Wychock Real Estate. She had a passion for the hustle of the day-to-day housing market and was proud of her career.

Crystal had an enthusiasm for life, she was adventurous and enjoyed spending time with her family. She liked to travel, enjoyed outdoor sports, fitness and any activities her kids had an interest in, she was on board with. She was a cross country coach for Wyoming Valley Catholic and Holy Redeemer.

Crystal was preceded in death by her mother, Doreen Whiting Kozick; father, James Donnelly Jr.; grandparents, Arthur and Arlene Whiting Jr.; Joan Donnelly; and James Donnelly Sr.; uncle, Patrick Donnelly; cousin, Christopher Fonseca; and nephew, Eric Iorio.

Crystal will be sadly missed by her husband, Matt; and daughters, Gia, Lia and Furia; sisters, Brandy Butler and husband, Keith; Amber Donnelly; and Deann McGuire; nieces, Kymber Shutt and husband, Matt; Delaney Butler; Irelyn Butler; Genieve McQuinn; Grace, Faith, Hannah, Ruth, Sarah, Rachel and Emily; nephew, Christian Swartwood; grand-nieces, Kinsley and Claire; mother-in-law, Karen Kovalick; father-in-law, Allen Stash; brother-in law, Jeremey Stash, wife, Sara; sister-in-law, Allyson Leskowsky, husband, Mike; aunts, Susan Witt and husband, Chuck; Joanne Donnelly; Kelly Donnelly; and Amy Heron; cousins, Susan and daughter, Penelope; Gina, John, Andrea, Kevin, Isabel, Angela, James Lorah, Amanda, Daniel, Coral; and 11 second cousins who she adored; great uncle, James Novak; and the many friends, family and business associates too numerous to mention that have shown an overwhelming amount of love and support.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Cross Creek Community Church, 370 Carverton Road, Trucksville.

Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the service time at the church.

Arrangements were entrusted to Daniel J. Hughes Funeral & Cremation Service, Wilkes-Barre.

And Jesus replied, You do not understand now what I am doing, but someday You will. John 13:7

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Published by Citizens Voice on Apr. 8, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Crystal Stash

Sponsored by Daniel J. Hughes Funeral & Cremation Service.

24 Entries

Evelina Hernandez

April 1, 2025

My dear friend, some time has passed. I´m proud to tell you that Ari is doing better. Thank you for always caring and wanting to be a part of our lives. She´s a skilled engineer, on a team at her university possibly going to compete for formula racing against all the top universities. We love you and miss you dearly. I´m grateful to have a few conversations stored and keep your sound advice in mind. May the heavens be brightened by your presence and may your light illuminate on your loved ones.

Evelina Hernandez

April 3, 2023

Still missing you my friend. Thank you for always being an encouraging person and wheel power of love and grace. I miss our little conversations. I loved training the kids with you. I wish we would have had more time to hang out. Thank you for inviting me into your world. May you be resting in peace. All my love to you!

Emily Foersch

April 13, 2021

I'm very sorry for your lost, Its hard to loose a loved one, especially if it's someone that your very close with. I haven't met Crystal so I can't say much, but I heard lots of good things.

Mrs. Dianne Ruch

April 11, 2021

Dearest Lia and Gia,
I know that there are no words that will ease your pain right now, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mom was a very special person and I know she will be deeply missed. You will always hold a special place in my heart and I am here if you need anything. With love and prayers, Mrs. Ruch GSA

Mary Bidwell

April 10, 2021

Never met you but but we share a very kind hearted friend that you grew up with, that loves you dearly and she told me some stories, and I wish I had met you. Watch over everyone from up above

Ken & Eileen Lukasavage

April 10, 2021

Matt and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Cecille & John Davenport, Cousins

April 10, 2021

We are so sorry for the loss of your wife Crystal, although we had never met her, your Mother had told us about her, and what a wonderful person she was. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Dyllon

April 10, 2021

The spirit of life the joy in her soul will shine bright through her girls may you continue to shine from above Crystal! We all love and miss you!!

Chuck Witt

April 9, 2021

A wonderful person. Crystal was and is a one of a kind. She was taken from all of us to early. I loved her. And I will miss her.

Jackie Cosnahan

April 9, 2021

My heart goes out to Matt, Gia, Lia Furia ,Amber and Brandy. Wishing you all peace and comfort from God during this very difficult time.
May Crystal Rest In Peace

Barry and Debbie Jacob

April 9, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Evelina Hernandez

April 9, 2021

To all of her loved ones,

May her soul Rest In Peace. May God accompany you in your grief. May you find relief in your hearts.

God Bless

Gia, Lia, and Furia,

I heart goes to all of you. If there ever be anything you need, know that I am here and near. In the last phone call I spoke to your mom from heart to heart, friend to friend. Don´t doubt for a second anything, she loved you as you are and did everything for all of you.

There is nothing I can say to unburden your burden. Your mother was a beam of light. I´m sure she touched many lives. Just know that your mother´s energy will be with you now and always.

May God bless you all, hugs.

Love, Evy + Ari + Adrean

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Evelina Hernandez

April 9, 2021

To all of her loved ones,

May God bless her soul to rest. May you find the comfort you need and support to whether the disparity in your hearts.

God bless

Gia, Lia, and Furia,

Your mother was a source of light, that will always remain shining on you. There are no words that I can say to unburden you. She loved you so much! I´m so sorry. I am here for you, in whatever I can help you with.

I spoke with your mom not to long ago from mother to mother (friend to friend) about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. Everything she did was for you. I´m sure she impacted many people positively. Know that you have a soaring angel above you always; the strength of her energy is with in every step of your life now and always.

May God bless you.

Love, Evy

The shook family

April 9, 2021

Liz, Carl, kasey and kolby shook offer our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy for your family.

LOVE Emily and Mary Theroux

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The Florida Besteders

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Jennifer Malak

April 8, 2021

Words can not express how I feel. Crystal will be missed dearly. To her family, I’m so very sorry.She is your guardian angel and watching over you. May Crystal Rest In Peace.

Robert AltmayerRPA Real Estate

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Sandra Leung

April 8, 2021

I´m so very sorry for your loss. Words can´t express. Stay close to each other. You are your moms legacy. She was an awesome person and will be missed

Mike McCarthy

April 8, 2021

May God bless and welcome you home. May he also comfort those left behind to grieve. Our family has lost another way to young. My thoughts and prayers to all

Greater Scranton Board of REAL

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Carl McMichael

April 8, 2021

Amber,

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Beth Ross

April 8, 2021

Dearest Gia, Lia, and Furia,
I'm so very sorry for the loss of your wonderful mother. She was your biggest supporter and showed you girls a great life. There are no words that I can say to change the feelings you are having right now, but please know that I am here for you if you need to talk, cry, need a ride, or something for school. My prayer is that you will continue your Mom's legacy by continuing to be the wonderful, kind spirited young ladies your Mom so proudly raised. Stay close to each other, your family, and friends to help you cope with this terrible tragedy. I love you all and know that God will bless each one of you with comfort, peace, and love that you so deserve.
God bless you all!
Love you,
Mrs. Ross

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