Gary J. Shinsky

Gary J. Shinsky

Gary J. Shinsky, 77, of Third Street, Palmerton, loving husband, father and grandfather, died peacefully early Wednesday morning, Dec. 10, 2025, in his home. He was the husband of Susan A. (Malik) Shinsky since Sept. 28, 1968.

He was employed by the Ceramet Foundry, Allentown, for over 30 years before retiring in 2013. He worked in general labor and later in the quality control department.

Born in Northampton, he was a son to the late Stephen and Marie (Romig) Shinsky.

He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Palmerton.

A 1966 graduate of the Palmerton High School, he later served in the Air Force, Vietnam, and achieved rank of sergeant.

Gary enjoyed caring for his home, and especially gardening and working in his yard.

Surviving in addition to his widow are a daughter, Jennifer A. Shinsky, and a son, Travis J. Shinsky, both of Palmerton; three grandchildren, Olivia, Tyler and Dylan; and a niece, Debra Olivia of Northampton.

He was also predeceased by a brother Robert.

Services: Mass of Christian Burial with military honors 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17, Sacred Heart Church, 243 Lafayette Ave., Palmerton. Call 10-11 a.m. Wednesday in the church. Future interment, Towamensing Cemetery, Palmerton. Arrangements, Campton Funeral Home, Palmerton. Contributions in his name may be made to the Disabled American Veterans-VAROIC, P.O. Box 42938, Wissahickon and Manheim streets, Philadelphia, PA 19101-293. Online condolences can be offered at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.