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Muriel Allford Obituary
It is with great sadness that the family of Muriel Allford announces her passing. Surrounded by our love and prayers, Muriel entered eternal rest Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020. We are comforted by the lifetime of beautiful memories with which she has left us.
"Home is where the heart is," and Muriel was proud to call West Pittston hers for all of her life. Born to parents Edward and Hannah Evans Phethean on Feb. 6, 1932, Muriel would enjoy an idyllic childhood in the town she loved. She was a graduate of the West Pittston High School, Class of 1950, where she cultivated lifelong friendships with her classmates. She fell in love, was married to Harold Allford in 1952, and they raised their family in West Pittston, creating a home with as much heart as can be contained under one roof.
Muriel made sure her home was always filled with two things: friendship and Hershey Kisses. This made her home a gathering place for generations, first welcoming her children's friends and then her grandchildren's. Now, when so many think of West Pittston, they can fondly remember the memories that were made during the summers on Muriel's porch.
It was rare to find Muriel without a smile on her face or a good book by her side, which is a perfect philosophy for a life well-lived and one to which her family will certainly be aspiring.
In addition to her parents, Muriel is now reunited with her husband, Harold, who preceded her in death in 1998. Also welcoming her to Heaven are her brothers, George, Jack, Edward and Glenn Phethean; sisters, Jeannette Powers; and Alice Miller.
She is survived by her children, Jan Blandina and her husband, Michael, West Wyoming; Hal Allford and his wife, Patti, Gettysburg; Cheryl Marinelli, West Pittston; Dean Allford and his wife, Ramona, Exeter; grandchildren, Michelle Adams and her husband, Justin; Adrienne Wolfe and her husband, Jason; Gino Marinelli and his fiancée, Tammy Delucca; Alexandra Raines and her husband, Quentin; great-grandchildren Brady and Sophia Adams; Logan and Mason Wolfe; Kinsley and Cruz Marinelli; Gianna, Jacoby and Jaylen Raines; and numerous nieces, nephews and many dear friends.
Muriel was a lifelong and devoted member of First United Methodist Church, West Pittston.
Private funeral services and interment will be held at the convenience of the family.
To commemorate her love of reading and her hometown, memorial donations may be made to the West Pittston Library.
Arrangements by Howell-Lussi Funeral Home West Pittston.
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James and Diane Dennis
November 17, 2020
Jan and Dean,
Deepest Sympathy on the passing of your Mom.
Heaven's Gain..
Love
Lucy Hergan
September 21, 2020
Dear Jan and Alford Family,
I have very sweet memories of your mom. She was so warm and welcoming. Loved hanging out at your house. My sympathy and prayers that you will find comfort with the memories and love you share.
Lucy Hergan
Deborah Chikowski
September 21, 2020
Jan and family my condolences on the passing of your mom.
Margaret Grimes
September 19, 2020
Jan and Dean, I am so saddened by your mom's passing. My sincere condolences. She was a wonderful lady.
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Paulette Terrana-Haddock
September 19, 2020
Dear Jan and family. Sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I'm sure she will be missed.
Sincerely,
Paulette Haddock
Ann Marie
September 19, 2020
Such a kind, gentle and soft spoken woman! Always with a smile. May she Rest In Peace. My condolences to her family.
Paulette Terrana-Haddock
September 19, 2020
Dear Jan and family. I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I'm sure she will be missed.
Sincerely,
Paulette haddock
Mary Lou Langdon
September 19, 2020
Jan, Mike and family,
Deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort and peace to all the family. It's never easy to lose a beloved family member and even harder now in this crisis. Know that you have our support and any help you need.
Joe and Mary Lou Langdon
September 19, 2020
Dear Jan and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. My sincere sympathies to all.
God Bless
Judy Menn Lauer
Nancy Stewart
September 19, 2020
Jan, Hal, Cheryl and Dean I am so sorry for your loss. So many wonderful memories!!! I remember I always called your mom Mrs. Allford and everytime I would see her she would say Nancy call me Muriel!!!
So Muriel thank you for all the wonderful memories, may you rest in peace and fly with the angels❤
Nancy Stewart
September 19, 2020
Jan, Hal, Cheryl and Dean I am so sorry for your loss. Many wonderful memories. I never stopped calling your mom Mrs. Allford and everytime I saw her she would say Nancy please call me Muriel!!! So Muriel rest in peace and fly with the angels❤❤
Ruth Charnogursky
September 19, 2020
Dearest Jan and family my deepest sympathy on the passing of your beautiful mother know that she lived all of you deeply that's all she talked about. May you share love strength and beautiful memories of this beautiful lady.
Mary kay and Michael Baloga
September 19, 2020
Dear Allford Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your mom's passing.
She will always be remembered for her sweet personality. Our sympathy to all.
Mary Kay and Michael Baloga
Joan Mx fadden
September 19, 2020
Dear Jan and all of Muriel`s family I send condolences from my family to yours who were blessed having your MOM in your memories. May she rest in peace,
Mary Lynn Kutzer Murray
September 19, 2020
Dear Jan & Family My Deepest Sympathies with the Loss of your Mom. May you keep her and your Memories in your Heart always.
Eternal Rest grant unto Muriel Oh Lord and may Perpetual Light Shine upon her.
Barb and Mickey Calabrese
September 19, 2020
Beautiful woman inside and out.
May she rest in peace.
Barb and Mickey Calabrese
Lu Ann and Bill Hancock
September 19, 2020
Muriel: we will always remember you with love. You were a wonderful neighbor and so welcoming when we moved next door. Rest in Peace and may you fly with the Angels. May God watch over you and your family at this time.
Elaine Bell
September 19, 2020
Dear Jan and family, I am so sorry fir the loss of your mom. My prayers are with you and your family. God's peace be with all.
Elaine Bell
susan Giambra
September 18, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Please let me know if you need anything. I am thinking of all the good times we've had at your house on Christmas morning, All the family reunions,,, Love you all, Sue & John Giambra
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