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Joseph Mikula Obituary

Joseph J. Mikula Sr. of Wilkes-Barre passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

Born July 25, 1933, in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Utter Mikula.

Joseph attended Wilkes-Barre area schools and was employed most of his life by Allen Industries before becoming self-employed. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and sports fan.

He was preceded in death by five grandchildren; sisters, Jane Mikula and Betty Kochanski; brother, Daniel.

Surviving are his wife, the former Irene Pyzia, to whom he was married 55 years; son, Joseph J. Mikula Jr., White Haven; daughters, Sharon Wilcox, Wilkes-Barre; Jane Vanchure and her fiance, James, Hunlock Creek; Betty Anne Magyar and her husband, Joseph, Wyoming; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother, William Mikula, Florida; sisters, Marge Layaou, Dallas; Lois Hogan, Wilkes-Barre; Ruth Zeek, Dallas; numerous nieces and nephews.

He will be sadly missed by his best friend, Missy.

Funeral services will be held at 9 p.m. Tuesday at Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 N. Meade St., Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call from 6 p.m. until the time of the services Tuesday.

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Published by Citizens Voice on Dec. 20, 2010.

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Joseph Mikula Jr

December 17, 2025

Can't believe it's been 15 years Dad

Jane Vanchure

December 21, 2010

Love You Daddy

Kerissa Vanchure

December 21, 2010

PopPop, we will miss you very much and the Lord tells us that we will all be together again someday. Love Grandaughter Kerissa, Grandchildren Alyssa, Alexis and Robby. Love You Pop

Amy Remakus

December 20, 2010

Papa Kula,
We will love you and miss you so much. We know that you are now our special guardian angel that will watch over us and protect us. We love you so much Papa Kula and we will never forget you.

Love your great-grandchildren, Tyler(Henry), Ashlynn(Little Amy),Damien(Butch Kuya),Aiden(Spiker),Annaliese

Eileen (Sissy) Sobocinski (Suchoski)

December 20, 2010

Dear Irene, Sharon, Janie, Betty Ann and Joey (my forever best friend) - I am so sorry for the loss of Joe...I was shocked when my mom (Loretta) called me this morning to tell me. I have so many memories of Joe....Never a dull moment in the Mikula house - but honestly Irene and Joe were like my second parents. Our sincere condolences go out to all of you. I can tell you now that we will not be able to attend the services as mom just got out of the hospital herself but we will be there in spirit. Love to you all - and Joe - rest easy and God Bless! Joey please contact me - I will drop you an email with my number. Love to you all!

susan strohl

December 20, 2010

To the Mikula family, I am Roy & Marie Whitt's daughter....i remember your dad while i was growing up.He was such a sweet man i am sorry for your loss.

Jackie Montgomery

December 20, 2010

Although I didn't know your Dad, I do know the pain and sorrow death brings to families. And from the many visitors on his guestbook, you can tell he was a remarkable person who will be greatly missed by his family and friends. The Bible assures us God is healing the broken hearted ones and is binding up their painful spot. My deepest sympathy to you all.

Rick Zeek

December 20, 2010

To the family,

I am so sorry for Uncle Bub's transition. He's out there watching over you all, only with a better view now.
As a child, I always enjoyed coming over to visit but Uncle Bub's dogs always scared the hell out of me. He was always willing to help when someone came to him with a request, including me when I needed some welding many years ago. Her was a good man!
I can't be there but know that my heart is with you all. I am thinking of you and praying for you as well.

Jane Vanchure

December 20, 2010

Daddy, you are going to be missed more than you will ever know. Our hearts are broken and will take a very long time to heal, but in the end we will all be together again. I love you DADDY!!
Love Forever
Janie & Jimmy

Rose Ras Sullivan

December 20, 2010

Dear Sharon and Family,

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. I remember your Dad when you lived on Meade Street. I know how you feel since I just lost my Mother in October. May the good Lord hold you in his hands during this time and keep you safe. Remember the timie you had with your Dad and never forget his is with you always

Joseph Mikula Jr.

December 20, 2010

Dear Pop, We're all going to miss you so much............Love, Beau, Milo, Molly, Kip, and your son, Joey

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