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John Elko Obituary
John "Jack" Elko, 71, of Larksville, passed away Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late George and Angeline Elko and was a graduate of West Side Vocational Technical School, Pringle. He was employed as a heavy machine operator in the construction industry and enjoyed fishing, hunting and cooking.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife, Lauren Elko; daughters, Christal Kaucher and her husband, Joseph, Hunlock Creek; Stephanie Elko, Wrightsville; three grandchildren, Ryan, Adam and Za'kye; and stepson, Jeff Twardowski.
John's wishes were to have no public services.
Arrangements under the direction of Andrew Strish Funeral Home, Larksville, www.StrishFuneralHome.com.
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Joe tondrick
September 11, 2024
Jackie was one of my best friends.we were neighbors on 2nd Street and grew up together.saw each other almost everyday back then .I will always remember the good times we had .Jackie will never be forgotten.say hello to Bobby and Angelo for me buddy.
Debbie Kachinko Cipriani
September 6, 2024
My deepest condolences to you Cookie. You were great neighbors for many years.
Brian
September 5, 2024
I've been Jack's neighbor for the last 12 years. For the first 5 years we would just wave hello to each othe in passing. Then,one day, we met face to face. I said ,"ya know what?" "I like you." He said,"oh yea,why is that?" I.said.,"because I've lived here for 5 years and I don't know what your first name is." He.said,"that's funny ,because that's why I like you." I told him I don't care what you do on your property,if it doesn't effect me or my family ,it's none of my business. He said ,I feel the same way. It wasn't long after that I was drinking a beer with him and he gave me 2 rings of smoked kielbasa. My wife and I still say it was the best kielbasa we ever ate. Rest easy ,we will take it from here. It'll never be the same here.on Carver St.
Willard Zim
September 5, 2024
R.I.P. Jack, I remember hanging out in your garage, and you would be painting a car, back in the 70's. And you making smoked kielbasa, and your secret pickle perch recipe. God bless you and your family in this difficult time.
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Vickie r elko
September 4, 2024
Jackie is my brother in ini-law I'm married to his brother jim ( James Elko ) Jackie did love to cook I really like his Abe hot dog sauce. He always say hello . Always happy go lucky .you will always be in my prayers peace be with you . Now you are no longer in any pain. Your with your two brothers and parents .may you rest in peace you will be miss love you
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