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Eugene Donnelly Obituary
Eugene Donnelly, 65, of Laflin, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022.
He was born in Pittston, May 15, 1957, and was the son of the late William and Helen Scalonge Donnelly.
Eugene was a member of St. John the Evangelist Parish Church, Pittston. He was a graduate of St. John The Evangelist High School, Class of 1975, and a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in engineering.
He started his career as a professional engineer for the Pennsylvania Gas & Water Company, advanced to Northern Division engineering manager then operational superintendent for the Northern Division of PG Energy. He was currently a principal project engineer for UGI. He was well respected throughout his career for both his knowledge and his interaction with fellow employees and other industry professionals.
Eugene enjoyed the game of golf and was active with the Pine Hills Golf League, Taylor. He also enjoyed playing in local dart leagues, based out of the Hill Inn, Hughestown. For many years, Eugene volunteered his time as a youth and travel league basketball coach, and he took pride in coaching his own children and many local children for several years.
He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Cheryl Nyzio Donnelly; son, Dr. Patrick and his wife, Dr. Ania Donnelly, Pittsburgh; daughter, Alana Donnelly and fiancé, Luke Metzler, Pittsburgh; brother, William "Billy" Donnelly and his wife, Mari, Scranton; and sister, Patricia Kozicki and husband, Richard, Easton. Also surviving is his sister-in-law, Diane Luke and husband, John Luke, Pittston Twp.; and several nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. John the Evangelist Church, 35 William St., Pittston, with the Rev. Joseph Elston officiating. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church for the Mass; there will be no procession from the funeral home. Interment will be held in the parish cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John The Evangelist Parish, 35 William St., Pittston, PA 18640.
Condolences may be made at www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.
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Thomas "Harlo" Harrison, III
May 20, 2022
Gene was like a father to me. Always had a nice word to say or a compliment on work that was done. He will be greatly missed!!!
Mark Work
May 19, 2022
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Cheryl and your family. Gene brought many smiles and laughter over the many years of working together for over 30 years, during which time we played many rounds of golf at the league and lots of tournaments, always included in foursomes together. He was always the first I would ask. I have many great memories from our first job together at PGW till I left UGI. Again my thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Sandy Stefanowicz
May 18, 2022
So sorry to read about the passing of Gene. Worked with him many, many years at the gas company. He was always a gentleman.
With Sympathy,
Sandy Stefanowicz
Joe and Elaine
May 18, 2022
We are do very sorry to hear of Gene´s passing. God Bless your family
Msgr. John Bendik
May 18, 2022
So very sorry. May you find peace in knowing he is now with the Lord in paradise. I will remember him at Mass at the Villa Saint Joseph tomorrow morning. Msgr. Bendik
Patricia Theis
May 18, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Much love, hugs and prayers to you and your family
Mary Ann Trinovitch
May 18, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss.
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