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John Sninsky Obituary
September 20, 2008
John A. Sninsky, 89, of 427 E. Hancock St., St. Clair, died Saturday at Schuylkill Center, Pottsville.
Born in Blackwood, Nov. 11, 1918, he was a son of the late Frank and Mary Varga Sninsky.
He served in the Army during World War II and saw action at the Battle of the Bulge.
He was the owner/operator of Johnnie's Service Center, St. Clair, for 69 years.
He was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, St. Clair. John had a lifelong devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. He was a past president of the former Immaculate Conception Holy Name Society and also served there as a eucharistic minister.
John was a member of the St. Clair American Legion Post 719 and St. Clair Old Timers Baseball Association.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Matilda Kriznoski Sninsky; a son, John Sninsky; a brother, Frank Sninsky Jr.; three sisters, Dolores Skrin- cosky, Ann Dobies and Mildred Sninsky.
Surviving are a son, Dennis Sninsky and his wife, Cheri, St. Clair; a daughter, Geri Stranko, Pottsville; a sister, Mary Mistishen, Mount Penn; two granddaughters, Kieran Sninsky and Jessica Moran; a grandson, Kevin Sninsky; a great-grandson, Riley Moran.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday from St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, 250 E. Hancock St., St. Clair. Monsignor William F. Glosser will officiate. Friends may call from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Cemetery Memorial Fund. Interment will military honors will be in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, East Norwegian Township. Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, St. Clair, is in charge of arrangements.
In the words of Johnnie Esso, "Happy motoring."
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Memories and Condolences
for John Sninsky
Laura Andrews
October 5, 2008
To the Sninsky family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God only takes the very best. Johnny will be missed.
Joan, Bobby, Laura May & Chuck Tray
Janie (Hassenbein) Riffee
October 3, 2008
Dear Dennis and family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. He was a wonderful man. Even after we moved to FL we would stop in at your dad's gas station and he would strike up a conversation with us.
God Bless.
The Fentons
September 28, 2008
With deepest sympathy and prayers. Johnny's Esso was a great place to do business.
Gary and Karen Schultz
September 25, 2008
Dear Dennis and Geri,
Gary and I were so sorry to hear about your dad. There doesn't seem to be any words to help at these times, so I hope it helps even a little bit to know you'll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary said he'll always remember the times he spent with "Johnnie Esso".
Tom Mulhall
September 25, 2008
DENNIS AND FAM Sorry to hear of your dads passing. It was truly an honor to have known such a good man. Take care God bless
Bill & Diane Haney
September 24, 2008
Geri and Dennis,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. We will always remember him lectoring in church and singing from up at the alter. He was a very special person and will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Jane and Brad Sunday
September 24, 2008
God is with you all in this time of sorrow....Brad always thought of John as a father....
Fr. Christopher M. Zelonis
September 23, 2008
I was saddened to hear of John's death today. He was a devout man who ran a true service station. May God grant the reward of His labors.
Bonnie Kulengosky
September 23, 2008
dennis and family my thoughts are with you at this time. I met you all at the station when Brad worked there your dad always put a smile on my face. So sorry to hear this but now he is home with the Lord.
MARTIN J. MALIS
September 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
PAUL M. MALIS
September 23, 2008
Dennis and Family. are thoughts and prayers are with you. We will all miss your dad and all the stories he shared with us. I especially cherish the WW2 adventures your father experienced as a staff sergeant. He witnessed more about life back then ,than most people do in a lifetime ! GOD BLESS.
Janet Gilmer ( Mashack)
September 23, 2008
Dennis and family:
Your dad will be missed by all of St. Clair. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe and Irene Mashack, Joe Jr and family, Janet ( Mashack) Gilmer and Miranda
Bob Lowthert
September 23, 2008
Geri and Dennis:
I offer my sincere condolences to you on the death of your father. Your father was a great guy. He was especially helpful to my mother, after the death of my dad. He was a model businessman.
Mike Sofilka
September 22, 2008
To Dennis & Geri
I was deeply saddened to hear of your father's passing. As you know I spent all my time , at the ESSO and I always admired your father. He was a very kind person and a devout christian. I know he is at peace but he will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through these difficult times. Take care and May God Bless.
you.
Deborah Samilo
September 22, 2008
To the family of John A. Sninsky:
My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to you in the loss of your father.
I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but I was a cousin through marriage of your brother, John, to Rose. I understand your broken heart of losing a parent and I know that your pop is now in heaven with your mom and your bother, John. May you find comfort and peace for your heavy hearts. God bless. Sincerly, Debbie Samilo - daughter of Stephen and the late Veronica Samilo, West West Terrace
John Hinners
September 22, 2008
My Deepest Sympathy
Mike and Julie Bender
September 22, 2008
Dennis and Geri,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. Your Dad was a great man and so much a part of our youth .... who will ever forget Johnnie's Esso?
He was a great example for all of us -- take comfort in your memories of the good times as they will always be with you.
Bobby Martin and family
September 22, 2008
Dennis and family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. I have alot of fond memories of the gas station. Your father always had a smile on his face and a joke always on hand, he was a good man and will be missed by so many. Once again my deepest sympathy.
Debbi, Gene, Matt & Amy Haslam
September 22, 2008
DEAREST SNINSKY FAMILY:
Our hearts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. You have such strong faith in our Lord, I am sure He will bring you only loving memories, not sorrow. If you should ever need anything, please feel free to call us anytime. We are always here for you and send our love and prayers. May your sadness be brief and your healing be quick. God will surely bless John with a heavenly garage to park in for eternity. Blessings to you always.
Shawn&Suzanne Donaldson
September 22, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ron& Denise Vinc
September 22, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
John Sullivan
September 22, 2008
I was a mail carrier in St. Clair in the early '80s. Being from Mahanoy City i was not welcomed with "open arms" by all the folks in St. Clair. (especially if i made a mistake with their mail).
John and Frank, however, welcomed me as an old friend and defended me when people would criticize me. A cold soda, during my breaks, on a hot day and friendly conversation with john and frank were the high points of my day.
"when i was a stranger you welcomed me, now enter into my kingdom"
That quote of Our Lord's surely applies to John and Frank.
Rob Lohin
September 22, 2008
Geri and Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anna Mae (Lutza) Kadingo
September 22, 2008
To Geri & Dennis,
No bond is greater than between a parent and a child. My heartfelt condolences are with you in your time of grieving. May you remember all the good memories of your father to help you get through this difficult time.
EMIL& LILLIAN TOMKO
September 22, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Ray Hinchey
September 22, 2008
My sincerest and deepest sympathy to Dennis and Geri and all family members, relatives, and friends of the Sninsky family. "Johnnies Esso" was an important part of my youth and filled with fond memories. John always had encouraging and friendly words for me and will be missed.
I was very fortunate to have gotten to know and spend quality time with Dennis and Geri and mourn with them at this time in the loss of their loved one. RIP John.
You are in my prayers !
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