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John Sobieski Obituary
John Anthony Sobieski, D.C.P.D., 50, of Dickson City, died Monday at Allied Hospice, Scranton, after a long and very courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of John R. Sobieski, Blakely, and MaryAnn Domenick and husband, Parry, Dickson City. He was the stepson of Bonnie Poklemba, Blakely, and the late Joseph Poklemba. He was a graduate of Valley View High School, and he served with the United States Air Force and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7251, Throop, and American Legion Post 665, Dickson City. John was employed as a dedicated and honorable police officer in Dickson City, he also served as chief of police in Greenfield Twp., and part-time in Archbald.
John was a loving son and faithful friend, but most dear to John's heart was being a dad to his son, J.B. His greatest joy was spending time with him. John fought with unbelievable resolve and determination to win his battle against cancer because he could not bear to leave his son.
John's family would like to thank the staff of VNA Home Health for their compassionate care.
Surviving along with his parents are a son, John Brady Sobieski, Greenfield Twp.; aunts, uncles and cousins.
The funeral will be Friday at 9:45 a.m. from the Frank T. Mazur Funeral Home Inc., 601 Dundaff St., Dickson City. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Visitation Church, Dickson City. Interment, with military honors, will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Dickson City.
Friends may call Friday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Allied Hospice, 511 Morgan Highway, Scranton, PA 18508. To leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.
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Frank & Mary Micalizzi
March 15, 2021
With our Sympathy to Mary, Perry & Family . You're in our prayers , love ,Frank & Mary Micalizzi
Natalie Palkovic
February 20, 2021
Mary Ann & Perry, my heart goes out to you. May he rest in peace. God bless you & his family especially his son. With sincere condolences, Natalie Palkovic
Heather R Brown
February 19, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Annette Blasi-Strubeck
February 18, 2021
Mary Ann,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Annette Blasi-Strubeck (Frank Blasi's daughter) and son Alexander
Lynn Wuagon
February 18, 2021
To the Sobieski family,
Sorry for your loss John was such a great guy.
Your in our prayers
Lynn and Bruce Wuagon
Matthew
February 18, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Matthew Porter
February 18, 2021
My deepest condolences to the entire Sobieski Family. I went to Air Force basic training with John in 1995 and roomed with him during our training phase.
I remember his kindness, wit, and most of all his sense of humor. It's been years since we spoke and today something told me to look John up, only to learn the news of his passing. My brother in blue, may God rest your soul.
Det. Matthew Porter
San Antonio Police Department
Matthew Porter
February 18, 2021
My condolences to the Sobieski Family. I went to Air Force basic training with John in 1995 and roomed with him during our security police training.
It's been years since we last spoke and today something told me to look John up, only to learn his passing. I remember his kindness, wit, and most of all his sense of humor. Rest in peace my brother in blue.
Rose Marie Crotti
February 18, 2021
I am so saddened to hear of John's passing. He was a wonderful man and respected police officer. I had the fortunate opportunity to know John as Chief of police and as a loving father to his son. He will be dearly missed.
Mary Ann
February 18, 2021
My deepest condolences to the entire Sobieski Family, and all who were close to him.
John was a kind, gentle soul who impacted and befriended many people. He will be sorely missed.
May God provide John's loved ones with the strength to get through this difficult time.
Tucker Boyce
February 18, 2021
Jack, so sorry to hear about your son. You have my sincere condolences. If they ever let me back in the States, I'll stop in to see you.
Melissa Canfield
February 18, 2021
I can't believe your gone, I'm so heartbroken you were family to me more like a big brother. We'll all miss you John plz watch over your son you were taken way to soon. I loved you so much John we always laughed when I saw you working. Until we meet again love you brother. We love you Jim and Missy
Bill GILBERT
February 18, 2021
Absolutely heartbreaking to know John has left us, my condolences to his family, friends and fellow officers.
Nick Parise
February 18, 2021
Mary Ann,
Very sorry to hear about your son. He was a great guy, well-liked by all who knew him.
My condolences to you and your family at this time and my prayers are with you.
February 18, 2021
Dear Family of John Sobieski:
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of
your beloved son, John.
May his soul rest in peace in his
heavenly home.
"God" bless you all at this most
sorrowful time.
Ret. Chief pf Police.
Michael L. Mroczka, &
wife, Mrs. Marian T. Mroczka,
Mayfield, Pa.
larry trygar
February 17, 2021
John was a good friend who you can always talk to and loved helping his friends out
Denise Sparrow Corkill and husband Bill
February 17, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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