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MARK A. GANSKA
1957 - 2017
MARK A. GANSKA
1957 - 2017
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MARK GANSKA Obituary
MARK A.
Age 59, of Moon Twp., on Saturday, May 20, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Karen (Lucot) Ganska, Ph.D. Loving father of Mary (Andrew Wolf) Ganska and Kevin Ganska. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph J. and Dorothy Ganska; and brother, Joseph Ganska; son-in-law of Robert Lucot, Sr. and the late Eileen Lucot; brother-in-law of Linda (David) Pastorkovich, Robert "Bob" (Lynne) Lucot and Paul (Mary) Lucot; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mark was a member of the Elks Lodge 1090 and a member and former Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council # 875. He was also a former coach for Holy Trinity Basketball Team. Mark was a graduate of Gannon University where he played baseball. He was an avid bowler and baseball fan with a great sense of humor and will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Relatives and friends will be received Wednesday 6-8 p.m. and Thursday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER- McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 12 Noon in Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Robinson Twp. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET IN CHURCH). In lieu of flowers, donations in Mark's memory may be made to The Knights of Columbus Council # 875, 10 W. Crafton Ave., Pgh., PA 15205 or UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave., Pgh., PA 15232. (www.upmccancercenter.com)Knights of Columbus Council #875 Service will be held Thursday 7 p.m.
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Lisa Gourley
May 25, 2017
Mary and Kevin
Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers. Sadded to hear of your Father's passing.
May 25, 2017
I wish to express my deepest condolences to Dr. Karen Ganska and her family on the passing of her husband Mark A. Ganska. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
- Jim Robbins
May 25, 2017
may 25,
I COACHED MARK IN AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL AND ALSO ALL STAR GAMES IN BOYS BASEBALL. HE WAS A CHARACTER, BUT LOVED TO WIN. MARK PRIDED HIMSELF TO ALWAYS MAKE CONTACT AND WAS ONE OF THE BEST HITTERS I EVER HAD. I DID'NT KNOW HE WAS SICK BUT I'M SURE HE BATTLED THAT AS WELL. REST IN PEACE MARK, THE WORLD IS BETTER BECAUSE YOU WERE IN IT.
JACK TUFTS
Bill Rzodkiewicz
May 25, 2017
My prayers are with the Ganska family at this time. I remember Mark's great sense of humor at the Ganska reunions. Rest in peace cousin.
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May 25, 2017
I have so many fond memories of the times our families spent together growing up. I send my heartfelt sympathies to Karen, Mary and Kevin. Sincerely, Doreen Benacci Petri
Joe Boesch
May 24, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Ganska family. As I remember, his quick wittedness was second to none. May the Lord grant eternal peace and rest upon him.
Patrick Olszewski
May 24, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the Ganska family. I grew up less than a block from the Ganskas'. I knew all of them well. God Bless Mark and his family.
Bob and Judy Crissman
May 24, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
May 24, 2017
I never really knew Mark at Prep, but, from afar, he was really good at any sport he participated in, plus, he was funnier than hell.
Rest in Peace, Mark
Dan Carneval, Prep, '75
Amy Ganska Smith
May 24, 2017
Condolences to my extended family. I haven't seen Mark much over the years, but I do remember him from the Ganska reunions. I was young, but he had such a wonderful personality that won't be forgotten.
Lou Ensan
May 24, 2017
My deepest sympathy to Ganska family on their loss.
Mark "FOE" Ganska was probably the purest hitter ever to come out of Erie, PA. Mark played for us at Cathedral Prep from 1972 to 1975. While he started out as a JV player, he was brought up to the varsity several times in his freshman year and started from his sophomore year playing as a catcher, first basemen and third basemen.
Our coaching staff, myself, Tom Kalista and Stan Brzezicki pushed Mark as best we could to advance himself as player, leader and person. Mark bucked on the way, but we certainly enjoyed coaching him and watching him grow as a player and person.
His baseball career at Prep and Gannon can offer many a story involving Mark. While his passing is all too soon, I know his memory will live in all of us whose lives he touched.
Sincerely,
Lou Ensani
Prep '65
Head baseball coach 1971 to 1978
May 24, 2017
My heart goes out to Mark's family, as do my prayers! This modern day Babe Ruth was in a class all his own! Tremendous athlete and jokester who was the life of the gathering. Truly an accomplished baseball player as well as bowler in younger days, he embraced life with an uncommon passion. That passion was again seen as he left his "glory days" in his early 20's to pursue his next and lifelong passion in the Burgh, his new bride and the family life.
I was able to see him only a few times since then, when I traveled down and we might meet for lunch...It was always a pleasure! He will be missed!
Mike Merry
Karen Ganska
May 24, 2017
Mark and I have been a couple for 39 years; in June 2017 married 35 years. He was the perfect match for me, almost an opposite in many ways. He was active in the community and made so many friends - my life was so much better for his ways and all the people he brought to my life. I have been reading the kind words and memories of all who knew him and it is those words that give me my better moments right now. I love you Mark, I miss you so much, but the suffering is over. You were a brave man who made it easy to take care of you during your illness: no complaints and always considerate. Our children will be your reflection in the world by their lives.
Susan Murphy
May 23, 2017
Pat and I are so very sorry to hear about Mark's death. We send our condolences to his family.
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