Joseph Shinko Obituary
Joseph was born in Wilkes-Barre to the late Joseph and Shirley Everett Shinko. He attended Wilkes-Barre area schools and was a graduate of Meyers High School, Class of 1972.
After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served as a Military Police officer, where he was selected to guard President Nixon.
He was employed by Wilkes-Barre Logistics Services (WBLS) for many years until his retirement in 2008.
Joseph and wife of 42 years, Linda, moved to Virginia in the summer of 2015 to be closer to his son, Joseph Shinko Jr., and grandson, Matthew Shinko. In his spare time he enjoyed watching his grandson play sports, Notre Dame football, spending time with friends and family and coming back home to visit friends and family in Wilkes-Barre.
Surviving are his wife, Linda Welsh Shinko, Ruther Glen, Va.; son and grandson, Joseph Shinko Jr. and Matthew Shinko, Ruther Glen, Va.; brothers, Jeff, Ray and Paul; sisters, Teresa Konopki and Gina Henry; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Timothy Shinko.
Memorial services will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday at Desiderio Funeral Home, 436 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top.
Interment will be in St. Mary's Maternity Cemetery, West Wyoming.
Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Desiderio Funeral Home, Mountain Top.
The family asks, instead of flowers, that friends make memorial donations to their local animal rescue or local hospice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Greg Stiles
December 2, 2016
My condolences to the Shinko family.
Dave Crofcheck
December 1, 2016
My deepest sympathies to Joe's family. He was a great guy,a good friend, and a true mentor. He will live on in our hearts and memories. God Bless.
Ray and Joanne Shinko
December 1, 2016
Love to Linda Joey and Matthew
Mark Blihar
November 30, 2016
Linda and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. It seemed just like yesterday Joe and I were reminiscing about the good old softball days over at Turkey Hill in the mornings. He was a great person to know. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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November 30, 2016
Linda and family.....We are so sorry for your loss. Joe was a great co-worker & friend for many years at Sears. We always enjoyed his company and the aroma of his cigars. We were so happy that we kept in touch with Joe via FB. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless Denise & AJ Allen.
November 30, 2016
LINDA AND FAMILY SO SORRY ABOUT JOE HE WAS ALWAYS NICE TO ME WHEN I WAS HIS AUNT I LOVED ALL YOU SHINKO BOYS. I RAN INTO JOE AND LINDA LAST YEAR AT WALMART. SO SORRY LINDA. LOVE ARLENE
Sandy Gula
November 29, 2016
Lina and Joe, We are so sorry for your loss. I can't drive at night right now so we won't be able to come, but wanted you to know how devastated we are to lose Joe. If you ever need anything please don't hesitate to call. Love Always,
JOHN AND NOREEN SULLIVAN
November 29, 2016
LINDA, JOE AND MATT AND FAMILY,
SO SORRY. JOHN AND I THOUGHT THE WORLD OF HIM. SO GLAD I KEPT IN TOUCH WITH JOE THRU FACEBOOK.. MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL.
Cedric White
November 29, 2016
Mr. Joe will be greatly missed and the void he leaves is unfillable. Until we meet again my friend.
Charline Lunski
November 29, 2016
Linda , Joe Jr. and family . So sorry for your loss.Such a great guy taken to early ! Charline Lunski (W-B, PA.)
Glenn Aston
November 29, 2016
My condolences and prayers to the family.
Gino & Katie Mercadante
November 29, 2016
Linda, Joe, Matt, & Family
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Joe. He was absolutely a great man and had a heart of gold. I will always keep the memories near and dear to my heart. Prayers go out to you all during this time.
Allison Mozdian, Mayflower Crossing Apartments
November 29, 2016
Just hearing Mr. Shinko talk would put a smile on our faces. He had the best voice ever. We will always remember him. We are so very sorry for your sudden loss.
Theresa Fisher
November 29, 2016
I am so sorry . Uncle Joe will be missed. Prayers and love to the family. Theresa & Patrick
Trish Shinko
November 29, 2016
To the shinko family, I am sorry for your loss,he will be greatly missed.
Avery & Aubrey Serbay
November 29, 2016
We will miss our Thursday playdates & our chats about ABC's and 123's with our buddy Mr Joe. And no matter what, he will always be our number one chili maker. Miss you to pieces.
Avery, 7
Aubrey, 3
Brandon & Erica Serbay
November 29, 2016
So very sorry. Thinking of Linda, Joe, Matthew and the rest of the family. Xoxoxoxo
Diane Nardone
November 27, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Richard Thomas
November 27, 2016
Our condolences from the Thomas family. Joe was a good man.
Laura Dymond
November 27, 2016
Linda and family I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I remember him fondly when you lived in Dallas and we were neighbors and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you Linda and your family. Sending prayers for all of you..
Rosemarie Shinko Cappelletti
November 27, 2016
You will be deeply missed. Prayers for Linda and all of your family
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