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Rhea Konkus Obituary
Jean was born in Pottsville, Aug. 31, 1952, a daughter of Henry and Winifred Seiger Lemke.
Jean was the wife of Paul M. Konkus Sr., Minersville, with whom she had celebrated 39 years of marriage.
She was a graduate of Minersville Area High School. She had been formally employed at Rodnick's Deli, M and R Catering and was the head cook at Hillcrest Catering.
She was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Minersville.
Jean was an avid reader and yard sale enthusiast, but her greatest joy was her family.
In addition to her parents and husband, Paul, Jean is survived by a daughter, Susannah, wife of Michael Gula, Gordon Nagle Trail; two sons, Paul M. Konkus Jr., Branch Township, and Michael, husband of Megan, Naples, Fla.; grandchildren, Braden and Hannah Gula, and Owen Konkus.
She is also survived by twin sister, Rita Jane, wife of George Bosack, Llewellyn; sister, Fay Reagan, Minersville; brother George, husband of Linda Lemke, Pine Grove, Robert, husband of Julie Lemke, Wellsboro; nieces and nephews.
A Divine Liturgy with the Office of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Ss. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Minersville, with the Very Rev. Francis Twardzik S.D.B. officiating. Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville, with a Rite of Parastas at 7 p.m. Interment will be at Ss. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made in Jean's name to the American Cancer Society, 101 W. Frack St., Frackville, PA 17932, and shall be accepted at the funeral home during visiation. Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., is entrusted with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rhea Konkus
September 7, 2015
Jane, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Jean always had a million dollar smile. May the strength of God be with you and help you through this difficult time.
M.A.H.S. 71 classmate
Laureen Minder
September 3, 2015
Paul, Paul Jr., Mike & Family, I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Jean. She was a Beautiful person inside and out. Patrice & Desiree have wonderful memories of Jean when they were little and she baby sat for me. God Bless and May Jean Rest In Peace. In my Thoughs and Prayers always
Ann Marie DeFrank
September 3, 2015
To Paul and Family, Jean was a wonderfully person,friend and former worker. I'll always remember bringing meals to your house and how excited and thrilled she was to get them. She is now at peace with no more pain. She will be missed. Sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Herb Tamburelli
September 2, 2015
Paul and Family, sincere condolences to you and the Family on the loss of your wife Rhea, may the Lord God grant you peace, and, the peace of the Lord God be with you at this difficult time.
Gery and Peg Kellman and family
September 1, 2015
Our deepest condolences to Jean's entire family. We are so sorry to hear of her passing. Jean was truly a wonderful person. You are in our thoughts and Prayers. Good Bless you all.
Amy Costello
September 1, 2015
Dear Uncle Paul, Paul and Michael, we are thinking of you as you are preparing for the viewing and funeral. We will miss Aunt Jean's happy smile and thoughtfulness. You are all in our prayers as Aunt Jean is now with God. Much love, Amy, Rob, Drew, Cameran and Casey
Ed and Jill Slish
September 1, 2015
Mike and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother was such a sweet person. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
David Neiswender
September 1, 2015
Paul
So sad to hear of this. My thoughts are with you at this time
Cheryl Ventura
September 1, 2015
My heart breaks for all of you.
Jean was a very kind,loving person. I will always remember the good times we had working at Hillcrest.
Les & Diane Blankenhorn & Family
September 1, 2015
Dear Paul and family...My family and I offer our deepest condolences on the passing of your loved one. May God bless you and hold you in his loving arms in this time of need. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure that lasts a lifetime.
shirley watcher and family
September 1, 2015
our sincere sympathy to the konkus and lemke family,be assured Jean is absent from her body and present with the Lord, rest in peace Jean your battles are over,you now have that eternal body GOD has promised you until we meet again we will always remember your beautiful person and your smile. GOD bless you all
Carl Simchena
August 31, 2015
To Paul and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Jean.
I know how hard it is to lose a loved one. However, she will always live on in your hearts and memories.
My prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Leo & Anna Mae Winisko
August 31, 2015
Dear Paul and Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sadness. Jean was a great person and wonderful neighbor on Penn St. She will be greatly missed.
Jim Unell
August 31, 2015
I went to school with Jean and Jane from first to 12th grade... fun memories from many years ago. Best wishes to Jane and George, and the whole family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.
mary Minichbach
August 31, 2015
So very sorry for your loss.......Prayers and thoughts with you at this most difficult time
Gene & Sandy Kostura
August 30, 2015
Paul & Family,
We are so very sorry for Jean's passing. She was a sweet and friendly person with a beautiful heart. She will be greatly missed by family and friends.
cindy hertz
August 30, 2015
Paul, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Rhea. She is now in a better place and free from pain and suffering. She was a wonderful person always had a smile on her face. I am so happy she at least go to see new grandson- Owen, My prayers are with you, may God lay his hands on you and be with you
Joseph Ferenchick
August 30, 2015
Dear Paul Sr., Paul Jr., Michael, Susannah, and Family:
I was saddened to hear of the passing of your wife and mother this past weekend. She was a very special person, and I have fond childhood memories of her from Saints Peter & Paul and Hillcrest.
Please be assured that Laurel, Joey, Alexander and I will remember all of you in our prayers and thoughts in the coming days.
Please let me know if there is anything that we can do for you during this most difficult time.
Eternal Memory!
Vinaja Pamjat!
Carol Beach
August 30, 2015
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
August 30, 2015
Very dear Paul and Family, Please accept my very sincere sympathy and prayerful condolences on Rhea's untimely passing. Unfortunately with distance and our parish schedule here I am unable to be with you for the funeral, but I will offer a Divine Liturgy for her peaceful repose in the near future. May she rest now in peace and her memory be eternal. V'icnaja jej pamjat'
Prayerfully,
Msgr. John Sekellick
Liz Symons
August 30, 2015
I'm so sorry to read of Jean's passing. I have such great memories from High School. My prayers and deepest sympathy to her family, especially Paul and Jane.
yvonne wiscount
August 30, 2015
Paul, Sorry for your loss.You are in my thoughts and prayers.Yvonne
August 30, 2015
Dear Paul and the entire Konkus family,
I am so sorry to hear of +Jean's passing. I promise to remember her at my next Liturgy. May God grant her blessed repose and eternal memory! Vicnaja pam'jat! I regret that I cannot be there as I am currently in Italy for doctoral studies but I am with you all in prayer! - Fr. Ron Barusefski
Patrick Reynolds
August 30, 2015
Paul,
I was sorry to read about the untimely death of your bride. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Scott Lipsett
August 30, 2015
Paul and Family,
So sorry for your loss Jean was a wonderful person. Keep all your good and fond memories close. She worked along side my mom and Aunt Renee for a while and they loved her as well I know they are having a nice reunion in Heaven ....
Cecilia Carvajal
August 30, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Jean fought a long battle and is now an Angel. She will watch over you all until you meet again..
Jennifer (Spolski) Martin Family
August 30, 2015
Konkus family so sorry for your loss, she was a sweet woman nice to everyone. Her smile was warm and inviting.
Denise & Ron Essler
August 30, 2015
We are so very sorry to hear about Jean's passing. We will all remember her beautiful smile. May God be with you during this very sad time.
Marie and Fred Lutkus
August 30, 2015
Jean was a wonderful person and the world will miss her. Sympathy to your family.
Sharon Hashin
August 30, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to Jeannie's family.
Eternal Memory.
August 30, 2015
Oh my good friend you gave a great battle, I will miss you terribly. I know you will be the brightest star in the sky now. Someday I will see you again. Paul and all Lemke family so sorry for your loss, Marlin and I will keep you in our prayers.
Tom Symons
August 30, 2015
Paul...so sorry to hear of Rhea passing. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
JoAnne (Rushanan) George
August 30, 2015
To the Konkus Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Rhea Jean passed my thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.
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