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Ronald Smolko Obituary

Smolko, Ronald L. "Smokey"Ronald L. Smolko, 70, of Salisbury Twp., died Tuesday, February 17, 2015, in his home. He was the husband of Charlene L. (Linsenbigler) Smolko for 51 years. Born in Spangler, he was the son of the late Michael and Catherine (Macek) Smolko. Smokey worked as a electrician, and was a member of IBEW in Allentown. He was also a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Allentown, Salisbury Fire Co, where he was a EMT, Firefighter, and maintained the trucks in the garage. He was also a Mason at the New Temple Lodge. Smokey enjoyed hunting with his friends and family, and loved his dogs. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife Charlene, are son Ronald Smolko; daughter Milissa King; grandchildren Ryan Smolko, Lauren Gundrum, Travis King, Taylor King; brother Michael A. Smolko and his wife Irene of Salisbury Twp. Services: Private and at the convenience of the family. Contributions: In lieu of flowers to the Oral Cancer Foundation, 3419 Via Lido #205 Newport Beach, CA 92663. Smokey's arrangements are entrusted to Cantelmi Funeral Home, 1311 Broadway, Fountain Hill. Online condolences at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com

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Published by Morning Call on Feb. 19, 2015.

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Carol Zawediuk

May 7, 2015

Charlene, I just heard about your loss, please accept my deepest condolences.

February 27, 2015

Charlene and Family

We are so sorry to hear about Smokey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.We send our heartfelt condolences! Sorry we can't be there for you now. Please take care and God bless!

Elaine and Roy Detweiler
Salisbury Twp.

February 25, 2015

We were very sorry to hear Smokey passed away. We will be praying for the family at this most difficult time. Bonnie & Stan (Tamata)

Donnie & Sharon Williams

February 23, 2015

Our sincere sympathy to you and your family upon the loss of Ronnie. My husband and I shared many car, truck and dog stories over the past few years with Ronnie; my husband especially enjoyed trading 'Tundra' secrets. May the peace of knowing he is no longer suffering fill your hearts. Donnie and Sharon (Kratzer) Williams

Bill and Addie Weiss

February 21, 2015

Charlene and Family. So sorry to hear about Ronnie. You are in our thiughts and prayers. He was a good man.

February 20, 2015

Worked with Smoke at WU. Will never forget our trip to Eastern States in Middletown NY. RIP my friend...Scott Peters

February 20, 2015

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS CHARLENE AND FAMILY ANGELO ARDO WESTERN UNION . YOU ARE IN ARE PRAYERS..LOVE

Dennis and Carol Grejda

February 20, 2015

Dear Charlene, Ryan and brother Mike,
It is with much regret that we hear of Ron's passing. He was always a good and friendly person and we always enjoyed our car talks. While he had a tough time in recent years, rest assured he is now in good Hands. May all of you be consoled in this.

February 20, 2015

Dear Charlene & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. It's been such a long time since we were kids, but I remember him so well, and what a great person he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Eleanor Gilly Barrett

February 20, 2015

Smolko Family - So sorry to hear about Ronnie. He will be missed. Don't know who I will call on now for repairs. Enjoyed working with you at the Fire/Ambulance Dept. RIP Ronnie (Smokey)
Gloria & Dennis Hinkle

Laura DePree-Spinelli

February 20, 2015

Charlene, Ryan and family (four legged, too!), We learned of Ron's passing with great sadness. He was such a nice man and he will be missed! Praying that you feel the presence of Jesus during this difficult time! Rest in Peace ^^Ron^^

Diana BRAUCHLE-Speck

February 20, 2015

Charlene & family,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tom Boyer

February 20, 2015

Smokey was a friend and fun to work with at Western Union for
many year he will be missed..
Rest in peace my friend..

Mary Lou Bender Mayor

February 20, 2015

So sorry for your loss Charlene my prayers are with you and your family.

Mary Lou Bender Mayor

Arlene Unger

February 19, 2015

`To the family,
May the understanding love of family and friends bring comfort and strength to your sorrowing heart.
Arlene Unger1

Gloria Harrigle

February 19, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Ronald & Dianne Kehs

February 19, 2015

So sorry for your loss Charlene our prayers are with you and the family.

Jim & Marianne Anderson

February 19, 2015

Charlene, Ryan & family, There are truly no words to express how sad we are to hear of Smokey's passing.He was a good man, and we treasured his friendship. We have so many good memories of weekends in the Poconos. May you find some comfort knowing that his suffering is over,and that he is in heaven watching over you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Susan (Ruth) Kauffman

February 19, 2015

Charlene,

Sorry to hear of Smokey's passing. May the love and sympathy of family and friends sustain you as you grieve. God bless you and your loved ones.

February 19, 2015

Our Deepest sympathy to the
Smolko Family. We were very sorry to read about Ronnie.s passing.
May He Forever Rest in Peace.
Doris and George Holzer

February 19, 2015

My sympathy to the Smolko family. I enjoyed working with Smokey at Western Union and through his electric company.
Tom TK Krajcirovic

February 19, 2015

I worked with him, I had some beers with him, and we shared a whole lot of car story's together. We were good friends and I will miss him...Pete Bresnak

February 19, 2015

My sympathies to the Smolko family. I enjoyed working with Smokey at Western Union and through his electric company.

Tom "TK" Krajcirovic

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