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John Yusko Obituary
age 92 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Friday September 19, 2008 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility in Elmira, NY. Mr. Yusko was born July 25, 1916 in Luxor, PA the son of the late Martin and Mary Kaflafsky Yusko. John married his wife Marian C. Leiby Yusko on December 9, 1943 and they would have celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary this December. John was always a very devoted husband and father. He found joy in being a part of the Boy Scouts of America and received the Arrowhead of Honor Award. He attended art school and blessed his family with many drawings and paintings. He was a former member of the Horseheads Moose Club and a member of the Catholic War Veterans in Elmira Heights. John retired from Corning Inc. as a tool and die maker in 1981 and enjoyed his retirement years working in his garden, playing his many different instruments, baking, traveling and spending time with his family. He will be greatly missed by his family. John was pre-deceased by his parents, Elmer Yusko, Mary Ungvarsky, Betty Yusko, Helen Weigle, Anna Tote, Margaret and Walker Carroll, Andrew Yusko, Martin Yusko. Mr. Yusko is survived by his loving wife Marian C. Leiby Yusko; sons and daughters-in-law: Martin and Rita Yusko of Vineland, NJ; John J. and Mary Yusko of Elmira, NY; daughters and sons-in-law: Sandra and John Nelson of FL; Frances and Barry Smith of Schaghitocke, NY; Diane and Rick Knapp of Horseheads, NY; 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; sister-in-law: Glenna Yusko of Horseheads, NY; brother-in-law: Claude Coons of Covington, PA; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Monday September 22, 2008 from 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday September 23, 2008 at 1 PM at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Elmira Heights, NY with the Rev. Thomas O'Brien as Celebrant. Interment in St. Mary Our Mother Cemetery in Horseheads, NY.
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September 26, 2008
Dear Aunt Marian,
What wonderful memories I have of the Yusko family and especially of Uncle John, Aunt Margaret, Aunt Helen and Aunt Betty - our trips to Elmira to visit all were always eagerly anticipated. I am happy that I was able to bring my Pop up to visit for the last time, years ago.
My prayers are with you! Betty Ann
Nina Mendell
September 23, 2008
Aunt Marian and Family:
I was very sorry to hear about Uncle John's passing. I have several good memories of him at Gramma's house. Even as big as he seemed to me when I was little, he was always fun and loving. My prayers are with you.
Dave and Jeanne Dougherty
September 22, 2008
Marian and family,
We are very sorry to learn of John's passing. He was a great guy. We have good memories of John at St. Benedict's in Odessa.
Bob and Bea Nelson
September 22, 2008
Our deepest sympathies to all on your loss. Your are in our thoughts and in our hearts.
Patty Fitzgerald Breese
September 22, 2008
Fran, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. He was such a nice man, always smiling. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Mark Kroczynski
September 21, 2008
Fran and family,
So sorry to read about your dad's passing. I remember the countless hours he put in as a volunteer when I was in scouts, and I know my dad always enjoyed playing golf w/ your dad. My sympathy to all.
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