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Robert Samuels Obituary
Robert E. Samuels, 84, of West Wyoming, passed away Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, peacefully at his home.
Born in Luzerne, he was the son of the late Robert and Dorothy Dorosky Samuels.
Robert graduated from Luzerne High School in 1957 and went on to work for Acme Markets. He had various management roles in his time with Acme and retired after 35 years.
Robert served in the U.S. Army Reserves as a tank commander for eight years. He was a volunteer ARC & PPA Pennsylvania Protction Advocacy. He proudly served as a board member for the First Hospital Behaviorial Services & Drug & Alcohol for 24 years. Over the years, he chaired numerous fundraisers for the Step by Step Program.
Robert's love for cars, and especially drag racing, started years ago. He shared many memories of his time and friends from the Pocono Drag Lodge.
In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Stash.
Robert is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Mary Ann Jurosky Samuels; their daughters, Lynn (Rich) Belles, West Wyoming; Sheryl Samuels, West Wyoming; Diane Samuels, Nuangola; sisters, Carol (Tom) Yezilski, Dallas; Judy (Jack) Thomas, Morton; and grandchildren, Carissa, Kalene and Nicholas Belles.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Monica's Parish, 363 W. 8th St., West Wyoming, with the Rev. Peter Tomczak as celebrant. Relatives and friends are asked to go directly to the church the morning of Mass.
Family and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Metcalfe Shaver Kopcza Funeral Home Inc., 504 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Robert's name to Step by Step Foundation, 744 Kidder St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; or North East Sight Services/Greater Wilkes-Barre Association for the Blind, 1825 Wyoming Ave., Exeter, PA 18643.
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Marie Trosko Barbose
January 17, 2024
Bob and I were classmates at Luzerne. Being small classes then, we all knew each other well. Through the years we planned reunions together and it was always a pleasure to be in his company. My heart is with all of you.
Robert J. Miklas, AT2AC, USN, 1963-1967.
January 10, 2024
You are now relieved from your post. The final battle is now over and peace has been restored. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom and democracy. The final bugle has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran. A Navy Vietnam Veteran.
Lisa Lewis
January 9, 2024
I´m so sorry to hear this. Gpop was such a wonderful friend and neighbor. He was my buddy. He would call to let me know if anything was happening in the neighborhood and we would chit chat for a bit. I felt safer just knowing he was there. He will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss Dear Samuels family. I know he will continue to watch over you all from above. Lisa Lewis
Lola Crane
January 9, 2024
Dear Sheryl and Lynn, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Rest in Peace Bob.
Lola and Jim Crane
virginia phillips
January 9, 2024
Sheryl and Family
.Shawn called me tonight to let me know of the passing of your Dad.I am so sorry.If you need anything please let Shawn and me know even if it is a shoulder to cry on.
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