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Joseph Andrewsky Obituary
Joseph J. Andrewsky Jr., 71, of Frackville passed away peacefully Tuesday morning at his residence with his family by his side.
Born in Ashland, he was a son of the late Jospeh J. Andrewsky Sr. and Martha Flickinger.
He attended Frackville Schools. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Joseph was a Truck Driver for 55 years, traveling over 4 million miles without an accident. He drove long distance and local routes for several companies and last worked for Karchner Trucking, Hazelton.
He was a member of the Teamsters Union and was active with the Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue. He enjoyed country music and going to Cape May ,NJ.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Robin Brecker Frantz and twin brothers, George and John Reing and infant brother, Ronald Brecker.
Joseph is survived by his wife of 16 years, Lynn Mitchell Andrewsky, Frackville; five children: John Andrewsky and wife Lisa, Shenandoah Heights; Joseph Andrewsky, Medford, OR; Virginia Yezulinas, William Penn; Jeff Andrewsky and fiance, LeeAnn Cotten, Frackville and Brian Andrewsky and companion, Tracey Linn, a caregiver, Lost Creek; thirteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Barry Brecker, Gordon; three sisters: Grace Palina and twin sisters, Ruth and Rose Brecker, all of Frackville; nieces and nephew; and his faith dog, Blaze who was always by his side.
Religious Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday morning at the Albert L. Gricoski Funeral Home, Frackville. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation Friday morning from 9:30 till time of service at the funeral home. Interment with military honors will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Shoemakersville.
Donation can be made in Joseph's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1893, Memphis, TN 38101-9950 or [email protected].
Albert L. Gricoski Funeral Home, Frackville has charge of arrangements. www.gricoskifuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Andrewsky
November 14, 2014
Lynn,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Joe is at peace now. Remember all the good times that you had with him. Know that you aand Joe are in our prayers.
Kathy & Rick Kirchoff
Debby Stehr
November 14, 2014
Lynn and family, Prayers for comfort in God's promises. I met you and Joe at the CA SupportGGroup. May the future have better treatments for more survivors. Sympathy andprayers, Debby Stehr
November 13, 2014
Please accept my condolences. Take comfort knowing that God Almighty is 'near to all those calling on him'.
Psalms 145:18
Sandra Jacoby
November 13, 2014
I will always remember Joe's kindness and willing to help when help was needed. May he have only peace, joy and happiness in the next part of his journey.
Bernie and sharon McCauley
November 12, 2014
Andrewsky family we are sorry for your joe will be missed our prayers are with all of uses may he rest in peace. Bernie and sharon MCCauley
Dennis Drumheller
November 12, 2014
Prayers to the Andrewsky family,sorry for your loss..R.I.P. my friend Joe
Wm. & Dianna Neiswender
November 12, 2014
Andrewsky family, so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to you . God Bless.
Debra Miller
November 12, 2014
Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more that a thought apart. For as long there is a memory, they'll live on in our hearts. I am very sorry for your loss. Joe will always be remembered.
nancy john
November 12, 2014
andrewsky family. so sorry for your loss. may God keep you in his loving hands thru this difficult time.
Ronald Dubritsky
November 12, 2014
Lynn. Ron & I would like to express our sorry for your husband Joe. Ron knew Joe very well and always said what a great guy he was. He was my cousin but since I have lived away most of my life I barely Knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ron & Eleanore Dubritsky
eleanore dubritsky
November 12, 2014
Girlie and family. So sorry about Joey passing He was always very nice to me the few times I met him. My thoughts and prayers are with your and your family.
Melissa Heffner
November 12, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
November 12, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Gerri Goines
November 12, 2014
Lynn so sorry for the loss of Joe-you have my prayers to help you get though these sorrowful times
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