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Andrew Topa Obituary
Born Dec. 11, 1956, in Scranton, son of the late Michael and Marie Snyder Topa, he was a graduate of West Scranton High School, and was currently employed by the Scranton School District in the maintenance department. Andrew was a member of St. Patrick's Church, West Scranton.
Andrew was a loving father and grandfather who was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Surviving are two daughters, Kristen Minella and husband, James, Old Forge; and Katie Topa and companion, Billy VanWert, Dunmore; a son, Andrew Topa, Dickson City; a brother, Bernard Topa, Scranton; three grandchildren, Colin Topa and Kathleen and Kason Minella; and several nieces and nephews.
Andrew was also preceded in death by two sisters, Maryann Topa and Jean Primich; and two brothers, Michael and Gary Topa.
A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church, 1403 Jackson St., Scranton, to be celebrated by the Rev. Stephen Krawontka. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects on Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New York Chapter of the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association, 244 Fifth Ave., Suite D-110, New York City, NY 10001.
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Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Topa
March 6, 2015
Our family is very sorry for your loss. He was very kind to our sons, and our prayers go out in your time of grief. Jane and Cy Douaihy
Joe,Judy,Sarah Bomrad
March 6, 2015
So sorry Kristin, Katie & Andrew and family, Andy our good friend--- God Bless--- Joe, Judy & Sarah Bomrad
March 4, 2015
Very sorry for your loss, it's also a loss to our family at the SSD. Andy was a good friend and would always help me whenever I was at his schools.
He will be missed but not forgotten.
Rest in Peace Andy...
Terri Gabriel
March 3, 2015
Dear Kristy and Katie, My heart is broken for you girls. Please know that you are in our prayers and if you need someone to talk to, I'm still on the Court... Love Terri (mike and Eleanor)
K Summa
March 3, 2015
RIP
Salvatore Falbo
March 3, 2015
Very sorry for you loss
Fran Douaihy
March 2, 2015
Rest well Andy , my friend!
Ellie M.
March 2, 2015
May Andy's memories give all of you peace and comfort. There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in our heart.
RIP
Ellie
ELEANOR& RAYMOND SCHELLER
March 2, 2015
Katie, Kristen AND TOPA Family
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING AWAY OF YOUR DAD AND LOVED ONE. GOD BLESS
Debbie Butchkavitz
March 1, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Andy's family. I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a very nice man and I am so happy I had the pleasure of knowing him.
The Primich Family
March 1, 2015
Uncle Andrew, thank you for welcoming me to your family with open arms. My children and I adore you and you will be greatly missed. Ryan and Addisyn will always know what a great man you were and that you helped teach them to swim. We love you.
Dottie Cunningham
March 1, 2015
Rest peacefully dear friend, you will be missed.
sue topa
February 28, 2015
Andrew you will be missed by many. god bless you and your family
Ron Feleccia
February 28, 2015
Very sorry to hear of Andy's passing...were we best friends in the late 60s as kids till my family moved. I treasure our memories together; exploring down the "sugar bowl" was one of our favs. My deepest sympathy to his family.
lee greenfield
February 28, 2015
andy was a great man sorry for your lost god bless your family !
TIFFANY MEGOTZ
February 27, 2015
Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family. You will be missed Mr. Andy. Rest in peace.
Tim Gilgallon
February 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathies Tim Gilgallon & Family
Gail Rozelle
February 27, 2015
So very sorry for the loss of "Mr. Andy" . Keeping your family close in thought....God bless!
Amy Sekol
February 27, 2015
Words can't explain how you will be missed by many. May love and peace find you and your family.
Lou Furiosi
February 27, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Andy's family and friends. I was his classmate in elementary school and look back on those days with many fond memories.
Laura Haarmeyer
February 27, 2015
Rest In Peace.
Ann Spott-McDonough
February 27, 2015
Bernie and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. I will always remember Andrew's huge smile and laugh.
Annie Spott-McDonough
February 27, 2015
god bless you Andrew, you were one of a kind. May you find peace. LOVE YOU ANN
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