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Allan Makowski Obituary
Born in Kingston, he was a son of Dolores (Arcovitch) Makowski and the late Edward Makowski.
He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Kingston, Class of 1969, and King’s College. He was previously employed for Mutual of New York, Blue Cross of Northeastern PA and last as an Account Representative for Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield in the Davis Vision Division.
He was a former President of Life Underwriters Association and held the Fellow designation of the Life Underwriters Training Council. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Assumpta Council 3987, Luzerne, and was an Eagle Scout and belonged to the Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Church, Plains Township.
Allan was a modern-day Renaissance man whose talents included writing poetry, painting, photography and playing the trumpet. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman and he enjoyed Native American Archaeology.
Surviving are his wife, the former Pauline Kmetz; son, Allan Jr., Wilkes-Barre; daughter, Stephanie, at home; and sister Marsia Makowski, Larksville.
A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday at noon at SS. Peter & Paul Church, 13 Hudson Road, Plains. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. A Celebration of Life will follow the service. Family and friends are invited to come and share stories and memories of Allan.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Northeastern PA Council of Boy Scouts of America.
Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com .
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Memories and Condolences
for Allan Makowski
Helen Shillabeer
July 17, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. We're so sorry for your loss.
Shillabeer/Goss family
Marilyn Interewicz
June 29, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Allan. Allan was an amazing inspiring man who I feel blessed to have known. His kind words and amazing personality was something that I will remember about him forever. Please accept my sincere sympathy. I will cherish the rock he gave me 8 years ago and am so thankful its meaning was written in an email. His memory will live with me forever.
Sandy Baltimore
June 26, 2009
Dear Pauline, Allan Jr., and Stephanie,
We are so sorry to hear about Alan. I had so many wonderful times with Alan. We will be out of town tomorrow, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lesley and Sandy Baltimore
Kenneth Karasek
June 26, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I knew Allan through my work as a Union Rep w/UFCW Local 1776. Al was a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor. One of my fondest memories was golfing with Al about 7 years ago at our Union's golf tournament. I also believe Allan's wife taught mein elementary school, so once again, please accept my condolences.
Kathy Friar Kross
June 25, 2009
Like Mike and Tom who signed this guestbook before me, I was a classmate of Allan's at Central Catholic High School. My sincere condolences go to the entire Makowski family.
PAUL SOLOMON
June 25, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Ann Andrejko Novitsky
June 25, 2009
Pauline, Very sorry for your loss. Losing your mother and now your husband in a short period of time is something I can empatize with. My prayers are with you.
June 24, 2009
Dear Pauline,and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Nancy and Ed Skolnik
Juanita Krieger
June 24, 2009
I met Allan only last year when he came to a Historical Society Meeting at Mountain Lake/Meadow Run. In a brief time period he shared his vast knowledge of the history of our area and captivated us all with his stories of Native Americans here in Wyoming Valley. He showed an abiding respect for their culture and was obviously deeply spiritual. We had no idea he was ill, as he was so upbeat and looking forward to participating in our committee. He had much to give. We are so very sorry for your loss and will miss him!
Paula Polachek
June 24, 2009
Sincere sympathy to the Makowski family. I understand your loss having lost my dad just a few short weeks ago. I just wanted to let you know that I had the priviledge of knowing Allan when he worked at Blue Cross. I was one of the lucky recipients of one of his trademark rocks which he gave me one day with such detail on its meaning. It still sits on my desk many years later. I will remember him fondly particularly the one-on-one conversation I had with him last September at a Blue Cross seminar. We shared memories and stories of years past and compared notes on our children. I am glad I had the opportunity to spend that time with him. Take comfort in knowing he is in a better place (with my dad).
Jennie Metzgar
June 24, 2009
Allan smiles. He is one of those people that you meet and you like instantly. You know he is there for you. Giving his writings, his rocks, himself. Allan was just my DavisVision rep. JUST my rep. He became much more, a friend. Allan smiles.
David A. Kovalchik, CPA
June 24, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Stacey Crock
June 24, 2009
One of the first people I met after starting at Blue Cross a year ago was Allan. He was the nicest guy. He came right into my office, introduced himself and began to give me tips that would help me be successful in my new job. About four months ago, he came to BCNEPA and brought me a gift. It was a rock that he had painted. He did that a lot for folks if he found a rock that reminded him of a particular person. The rock he made me is beautiful. My colors represented compassion, zeal, intelligence, a higher power and learned behavior. If I could paint a rock for him, he would have all those qualities and more.
There are many rocks in our building that will last for lifetimes. You will always be thought of and dearly missed.
Pauline, my prayers are with you and your family.
Mike McFadden
June 24, 2009
My sincere condolences to the Makowski family on your loss. Alan and I were classmates and friends during our days at Central Catholic.
June 23, 2009
Our condolences to the family.
Leonard & Doreen Mino
Joyce Dombroski-Gebhardt
June 23, 2009
Dear Pauline and family,
I was very sorry to hear that your beloved Allan has left.
I wish there were something I could say or do to take away your pain.
Years ago when I worked as secretary to several MONY insurance reps, Allan was one of them and he always treated me with kindness. Pauline, you were one of my daughter Jackie's favorite teachers as well as my fellow member of the West Side Junior Women's club. You and Allan and I maintained a friendship throughout these past years and I am thankful for that.
Since I recently lost my dear mother Nancy, I know, too well, the emotions all of you are going thru right now. Please hold close to your heart, all of the many wonderful memories which you and Allan made together as well as those memories made with your children and family members.
May God bless you all during this most difficult time.
Sincerely in friendship,
Tom Thorne
June 23, 2009
I attended high school with Allan and eventually got to know him pretty well. He was always one to smile and had a cheerful outlook. My condolences to the Makowski family.
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