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Harold Chesniak Obituary
Harold Chesniak, 88, of Hackettstown, N.J., passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021, in Old Forge, Pa. Born Jan. 8, 1933, Harold was the son of the late Luke and Martha Kopestansky Chesniak. Harold grew up in Old Forge, Pa. and in addition to his parents, he was predeceased by five siblings.
Harold and his late wife, Patricia Mlinarsky Chesniak, moved to Hackettstown, N.J., in 1961. He was employed as a lineman by JCPL and retired many years ago. After his retirement, Harold worked for Hoff's Automotive of Hackettstown and later was employed as a currier for the Hackettstown Board of Education. Harold also gave his time to Hackettstown High School athletics as a scorekeeper for many different sports. He was a proud United States Army veteran and served during the Korean War. Harold and his family enjoyed their yearly vacations to Seaside Park, N.J.
Harold is survived by his son, Luke and his wife, Tina Chesniak, of Old Forge, Pa.; two grandchildren, Luke (Erica) Chesniak and Christopher (Charli) Chesniak; and two beloved great-grandchildren, Marli and Maci Chesniak. Lastly, he is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Friends and family are invited to a 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, Dec. 19, at the Holy Trinity Church, 120 Dover-Chester Road, Randolph, NJ 07869. Interment will take place on Monday, Dec. 21, at the St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Cemetery, Old Forge, Pa., at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Hackettstown High School Athletic Department, Warren Street, Hackettstown, NJ. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.cochranfuneral.com. The Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ, 07840 is in charge of the funeral arrangements.
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Sergeant Major (E-9) Larry E. Williams, US Army/ Retired (TN)
December 16, 2021
Sir,
I did not know you personally, however I would be honored to "Thank You" for your dedicated and honorable Military Service; to OUR Country.
At a later date, we will meet in that "SPECIAL PLACE" which GOD has reserved, for ALL of those who have stepped forward; to serve their Country in a Military Uniform.
May ALL of GOD'S blessings, be with your Dear Family!
Sergeant Major (E-9) Larry E. & Mrs. Sheila M. (LaBar) Williams, US Army/ Retired (TN)
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