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Ralph Sikos Obituary
Born in Factoryville on Dec. 12, 1939, son of the late Charles Sikos and Ruth Gardner Sikos Rayno, he was a graduate of Falls-Overfield High School. Ralph (Butch) had a long career at P&G, retiring at 57 after 31½ years. He and his wife, Linda, enjoyed the RV lifestyle, traveling throughout the country, meeting and making wonderful friends along the way. For a time, they had an apiary, and went to local fairs to sell their honey. Ralph came from a long line of ancestors that were very prominent throughout Wyoming County.
Surviving are two daughters, Kim Szabados and husband, Steve, Painted Post, N.Y.; and Cindy Kreidler and partner, Carl Boettcher, Moosic; a stepson, David Brown and wife, Danielle, Duryea; grandchildren, Justin Lee Brown, Clarks Summit; and Lauren and Brandon Brown, Duryea; several cousins in Florida, Pennslvania and New Mexico; along with two special adopted daughters, Angelica Silvero, Washington, D.C.; and Linda Franko, Lake Winola.
He was also preceded in death by a stepson, Brian Lee Brown.
The funeral service will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 411 Mile Road, Tunkhannock. Interment, Fairview Cemetery, Lake Winola.
Friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m.
Local arrangements are entrusted to the Harding-Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Sikos
Bob Youells
May 20, 2015
Sorry to hear of Ralphs passing. Worked with him many years at P$G. Great guy and friend. He will be missed.
Dee Nichols
May 14, 2015
I am so sad to see this...we looked at your house when it was for sale and you had so many adventures to look forward to. I enjoyed talking with you both and attending your yard sales. We both had P&G in common... I pray you will be comforted by the Great Comforter...God bless you with peace.
Arthur Ultsh
May 14, 2015
My sincere sympathy to the family.We went to school together, we were buddy for a long time.
Dolores Childress
May 14, 2015
My sincere sympathy to the family. I always enjoyed seeing Ralph at our annual P&G lunch in Florida. He will be missed.
Joe Brown
May 14, 2015
So sorry to hear of the loss of a very good man. I worked with him at P&G and he was a very knowledgeable and very energetic person.
Gail and Bill Sickles
May 13, 2015
Kim and Cindy: We were very sorry to learn of the loss of your father. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Lynda Swartz
May 13, 2015
So sorry to hear that Butch passed. I have many wonderful memories of him beginning as teenagers. He was one of the good guys.
ANGELICA SILVERO
May 13, 2015
He will always be missed. A true gentleman.
Don Malkemes
May 13, 2015
Kim and family-sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed working and talking with your Dad.
May 12, 2015
worked with Ralph at p&g for many years, I enjoyed him when he was an instructor, he could get his point across, he will be missed a real good guy JERRY HUMMEL
Robert Becchetti
May 12, 2015
We were very sad hearing of the passing of Ralph. I worked with him in Pampers and enjoyed seeing him at various functions. Ralph was a pleasure to work with, always keeping the mood both professional and lighthearted. Thanks for your advise while working and your friendship outside of work. We are truly sorry Linda.
Bob and Jane Becchetti
Dave Moran
May 12, 2015
Sorry to hear of the passing of Ralph. I worked with him at P&G for many years. He always had a smile and was willing to help everyone.
A true gentleman.
Shirley Dickinson
May 12, 2015
To Kim and Cindy: we were sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our deepest condolences to you both. Shirley and Chuck Dickinson
Rusty Bennett
May 11, 2015
Very sorry to hear of Ralph's passing he was a good guy to work with and he will be surely missed.
Arlene Fritsch
May 11, 2015
Kim and Cindy-
So sorry to hear about your Dad, he was a wonder person. May the Peace of Christ give you comfort at this time.
Carleen
May 11, 2015
Linda, I am so sorry to hear about Butch. Caring thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Marth Swartz Lott
May 11, 2015
Linda, Kim and Cindy, so sorry to hear of Butch's passing. Shared many years of friendship. May God give you all peace at this time.
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