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Thomas Biniek Obituary
Thomas was a 1965 graduate of Plains High School and went on to serve the country in the National Guard. His talents included playing the drums in a rock band, bowling, where he achieved a perfect score, and karate, where he earned the rank of black belt.
Successful in business, he owned and operated Cakes by Gail Bakery in Plymouth.
Born March 19, 1947, in Plains Twp., he was the son of the late Andrew J. Biniek Sr. and Helen Moses Biniek.
In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his brothers, Andrew Jr., Joseph and William.
Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Gail; daughters, Christine, Plymouth; Michelle and her husband, John Moshey, Dallas; son, Thomas Jr. and his wife, Leah, Plymouth; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; mother-in-law, Rita Rittenhouse, Plymouth; and brother, Edward and wife, Patricia, Plains Twp.; sisters-in-law, Joanie and Jane; nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. Mary's Church of the Immaculate Conception, 134 S. Washington St., Wilkes-Barre. Family and friends attending the Mass are asked to go directly to the church.
Friends are welcome to remember Thomas from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Kielty-Moran Funeral Home Inc, 87 Washington Ave., Plymouth.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Biniek
Heather Russell
June 25, 2019
To the Biniek Family,
I'm sorry to learn of your loss. My deepest condolences to everyone at this time.
Tammy Henderson
June 3, 2019
Dear Christine, So sorry to hear about your Dad. With deepest sympathy to you and your family. Love Tammy
I miss you Dad. It was my honor to help care for you, it created such an incredible bond for us. One that could never be broken. I love you, Dad.
Christine Biniek
May 30, 2019
Gail (Boback) Butry
May 29, 2019
To All the Biniek Family,
So sad to hear about this - prayers and deepest sympathy on the loss of Tom - he will be missed.
Michael Khalife
May 28, 2019
To the entire Biniek Family,
I am very sorry for your loss and extend my deepest sympathy to your family.
Michael Khalife
Robert Amory
May 28, 2019
Gail and family sorry to hear about Tom he was a customer in my barber shop for many years. great conversations mostly about bowling. His greatest love was his family. may he rest in peace.
Robert Amory
May 28, 2019
Gail and family sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. We had some great conversations mostly about bowling.his greatest love was his family.You couldn't find a more sincere and humble gentleman. May he rest in peace.
Rita Kosicki and Family
May 27, 2019
Gail and Family so sorry for your loss. Tom was a great man. Cherish all the memories. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Cindy & Bernie Shalata
May 27, 2019
We are sorry for your loss.... Tom was a wonderful person. He will be greatly missed. :(
james williams
May 27, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Walt tym
May 27, 2019
Prayers for you and your family
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