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Edward Tobias Obituary
Edward J. Tobias, 70, of Hazleton, passed away on Aug. 26 at St. Luke Pavilion, Hazleton.
Born in Hazleton, he was the son of Theresa (Barbarette) Tobias, Hazleton, and the late Edward P. Tobias.
He was a graduate of West Hazleton High School, class of 1972. Edward was an active member of the Thespians and Concert Choir. He was a musician for many years in various bands including Peach, Foxx, Phaze, Island, Whirlwind and the Mudflaps. Edward also taught piano at C&C Music Studio in Hazleton.
Before retiring, Edward was employed for 27 years at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton as a currier.
Preceding him in death, in addition to his father, was his brother, Robert Tobias.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his wife of 46 years, the former Dina Coladonato; son, Eric Tobias and wife, Crystal; daughter, Alicia King and husband, Andrew; grandchildren, Eliana Tobias and Olivia and Jonathan King; sisters-in-law Lucia Longo, Maria Smith, Monica Astorino; and many nieces and nephews.
His funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at Joseph A. Moran Funeral Home, 229 W. 12th St., Hazleton, with the Rev. Anthony Generose officating. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Condolences can be sent through www.moranfuneralhome.com.
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Nick & Susan DiFluri
September 13, 2024
I’ll always remember how sweet and easy to work with Edward was. We got to know him as our stand-in keyboardist for The Mudflaps a while back. Our sincere condolences to Dina, family and friends at this time of loss. God Speed Eddie
John Roman
September 12, 2024
Dina, I´m so sorry to hear of Eddie´s passing. I remember him as being a friendly guy who was a great musician. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rock and Rest In Peace, Eddie
Debbie Jones Demko
September 1, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. He surely was one of the good guys. Thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
Tom & Paula Scatton
September 1, 2024
Dear Dina,
So sorry to hear of Eddie´s passing. He was such a wonderful person and always so friendly and helpful to others. He will be truly missed by all the people he has helped. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. With our deepest sympathy, Tommy and Paula Scatton
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