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Florence Sowa Obituary
Florence Sowa, 96, a lifelong resident of Nanticoke, passed away Monday, Nov. 15 at the Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore. Born Jan. 9, 1925, she was the daughter of the Louis and Pearl (Madajewski) Sosinski.
A member of St. Faustina parish, she was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Edward A. Sowa; sisters Celia Zglenicki and Irene Sosinski; brother Leonard Sosinski.
Florence will greatly be missed by her daughters, Mary Beth, Washington, D.C.; Jeanne and her husband Craig Mitchell, Chicago; Karen and her husband Dr. Frans Vossenberg, Fredericksburg, Va.; Elaine and her husband James Yandrofski, Emmaus; sister Patricia Kordas; grandchildren Frans, Jr. (FJ) and Nicholas Vossenberg, Juliana and her husband Arman Kazemi, Samuel Yandrofski, Molly and her husband Alex Lee; cousin Kathie and Brad Altemose; brother-in-law Walter Sowa and his wife Marie; sisters-in-law Hedy Rominski and Theresa Sowa; numerous nephews and nieces.
Florence was active in many charitable organizations during her lifetime. She had been president of the Holy Trinity School Guild, treasurer of the Nanticoke State General Hospital Auxiliary, and chaplain for three organizations: Mercy Special Care Center Auxiliary, Wilkes University Polish Room, and Pi Beta Gamma. She was a member of the St. Faustina prayer ministry and had volunteered for the March of Dimes and American Red Cross. For many years, she had her own income tax business.
Florence was blessedly optimistic, mentally sharp, highly motivated, and socially active until the very end. She enjoyed many friends of all ages. Her family extends its sincere thanks to all who provided her with care, comfort, and friendship.
A mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, Nov. 20 at 11 a.m. at St. Faustina church, 520 S. Hanover St., Nanticoke. Those who wish to pay respects may do so from 10-11 a.m. at Segura Funeral Home, 614 S. Hanover St., before proceeding to church. The pall bearers will be FJ Vossenberg, Nicholas Vossenberg , Robert Kordas, Alex Lee, Paul Rominski and Jim Yandrofski.
In lieu of flowers, Florence requested that donations be made to the Renovation Fund of St. Faustina Church or to the Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 53 Glenmaura National Blvd, Suite 120, Moosic, PA 18507.
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Gene and Karen (Sosinski), Bethlehem, PA
January 28, 2022
Dear Sowa Family, Belated condolences on the passing of your Mom. She was a beautiful and gracious lady. Always appreciated your father and her attendance at family gatherings.
Paula Mitchell McClease
December 1, 2021
Sending warm thoughts to the family at this time. I never had a chance to meet Florence, but I know she raised a lovely daughter, Jeanne, who is my brother's wife. Florence is every woman's role model because she set the standard of "doing it all!" I have admired her from afar and having read her obituary was further enlightening to the full life she left behind. Bless you in heaven, Florence.
Michelle (formerly Dr K's nurse)
November 20, 2021
My heart is absolutely breaking as I look at the card you sent me a short time ago. I had every intention of writing you back- I had so much to tell you, but time just has a way of rushing by. You were such a lovely lady. So wonderfully encouraging to me, and just a joy to talk with. Seeing your face today, here, is shattering. I know we all will be called, I just never expected it would be so soon. I hope you knew how special you were to me. You will always be a part of my heart. Rest easy my friend. Sending prayers for comfort to all of your family and friends.
Albert Babetski
November 19, 2021
I was a long time friend of Ed & Florence. Participated in many Polish events together. God bles them, Florence will be with her loving husband Ed.
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Rich Tinneny
November 18, 2021
Dear Mary Beth and Family:
So sorry to learn about the loss of your Mother - a woman of great faith and grace so blessed with the loving care that you and your siblings provided. I will remember her at Mass and in my rosaries.
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