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William Dankos, known as "Slim" by his family and friends, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, on Nov. 27, 2019.
Slim was Ashley's "Hometown Hero" in the 1940s due to his basketball skills that led the Ashley Rockets to the 1949 state finals against Kane.
After attending Temple University he joined the Army where he received an honorable discharge. He then returned home and played for the Wilkes-Barre Barons for a couple of seasons. From there he went on to become a Washington, D.C., (Metropolitan) police officer where he retired as a detective sergeant after 22 years.
Of all his accomplishments in life the one he was most proud of was the family he created. He is survived by his bride of 65 years, Florence Dankos; two children, William (Helen) Dankos Jr. and Lisa (Ronald) Lethbridge; six grandchildren, Molly, William III, Lindsay, Jessie, John and Logan; and five great- grandchildren, Chase, Olivia, Abbi, Emma, and Grayson.
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December 5, 2019
Our prayers are with you Helen and Billy Silk
December 4, 2019
Flossie and family our deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family God Bless you all Rest in peace Bill Ray and Jean Krakosky
N. S.
December 4, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family of William Dankos. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you. He will give you strength and courage to cope with your grief. Psalm 94:17-19.
John Dankos
December 4, 2019
Thanks for all the laughs, lessons and drinks. Love always. We'll take it from here.
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