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Peter Polansky Obituary

Peter P. Polansky, 66, of Old Forge died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in Regional Hospital of Scranton after a courageous battle with cancer.

Surviving are his wife, Millie Anthony Polansky; son, Peter Polansky and wife, Sarah; daughter, Christene Nystrom and husband, Robert; brother, John Polansky and wife, Rosemary; sister, Maryann Surdick; two aunts, an uncle, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be at 8:45 a.m. Monday from Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., Old Forge, with a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Rosary Church at Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea. Interment with military services by the AMVETS Honor Guard will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Old Forge. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

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Published by Citizens Voice on Oct. 26, 2012.

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Ray Meoni

November 5, 2012

Will miss you old friend....rip.

Donna DiDario

November 1, 2012

Chrissy,
Your dad was a terrific man. I will never forget him. My prayers are with you and your family.

jodi lewandowski

October 29, 2012

Hey millie Pete and Chris i remember Pete cause of softball and my dad and sister he was a great man and would do anything for for anyone love u guys

Patti Nicastro

October 28, 2012

I was very saddened to learn of Pete's death. God bless you, Millie and family.

Vince

October 26, 2012

RIP my friend.

David Frati

October 26, 2012

Pete was a very good person and friend. He will be sadly missed by everyone that had the priviledge to know him. My thoughts and prayers go out to the polansky family during this tough time

Jackie Prescavage

October 26, 2012

Very sorry to hear about Pete. Thoughts and prayers to all in the family. I always enjoyed talking about the AC trips, he took w/his wife and my AC trips, while waiting for or picking up my car. Also about his grandchildren. Pete was honest man and will be missed my many. God Bless and may he rest in peace.

Chris Coyne

October 26, 2012

It was with great sadness that I learned of Pete's passing. Your families loss is also a community loss. Draw strength from knowing that. Prayers are with Millie and family.

Bernie Lacotta

October 26, 2012

Very sorry to hear of Peter's death. I was a friend and co-worker with Peter in the early 60's. Nothing but good memories.

Elaine

October 26, 2012

It is with great sadness that I read of Pete's passing. His kindness and wit will always be remembered. He was a delight to be around and my prayers are with him and his beloved wife, Millie and their family. Rest in peace dear friend.

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