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David Belsky Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — David Joseph Belsky, 70, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Tuesday morning, May 10, 2022, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Diane Klaproth Belsky. They had celebrated 33 years of marriage.
Born in Hanover, he was the son of the late Michael and Dorothy Belsky. He was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Parish at St. Aloysius Church, Wilkes-Barre. He served with the U.S. Air Force. He was a martial arts instructor who achieved a master's level in Northern Shaolin style. He was a lifelong NY Yankee fan.
He also leaves behind many students, along with training brothers and sisters that he has touched throughout the years. He was a dedicated husband, father, brother, son, teacher and student.
Surviving are two daughters, Deanna and Dayna Belsky; three sons, David, Daniel and Derek Belsky; three sisters, Mary Hunter, Dorothy Belsky and Karen James; four brothers, Mike, Don, Bobby and Denny Belsky; and nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Aloysius Church, 143 Division St., Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at the church. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Belsky
William Drake
August 11, 2025
You are missed everyday. I still train as if you were watching. Thank you for everything.
Tom K
January 15, 2024
You were my Sifu......and you taught me so much and so well. You were strict when you had to be and you knew when to be kind and understanding. I will never forget you and will honor your name and memory forever. May GOD bless you and all of your family. I bow to you Sifu and friend David Belsky.
Ed Rehrig
June 30, 2023
I can remember all the times you and I listened to Ronnie James Dio and Black Sabbath in my basement.
We had a blast and laughed so hard, huh Dave?
Ed Rehrig
June 29, 2023
I will always remember you and me listening to Ronnie James Dio songs in my basement, Dave. We had some great times, huh Bro?
Jim Fitzpatrick
May 18, 2022
Bob, I´m sorry for your loss.
Erica Brockway
May 12, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Lillian Olejnik Gulak
May 11, 2022
I´m so very sorry for your terrible loss. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
Karl M
May 11, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will always remember and miss you always my Kung Fu Brother...
Michele Talmadge
May 11, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a great man. My heart aches for all of you.
Audrey Gorham
May 10, 2022
Diane and family,I am so sorry for your loss.May in rest in peace
Bill and Kathy Catlett
May 10, 2022
Diane, so sorry to hear that after 33 years of marriage that your husband's time to move on had arrived. I know he will be so missed by you and all of his family and friends. I know many people's lives were touched in a good way by knowing David. Our thoughts and prayers will continue for you and your family. We, also, send our love and condolences.
Jackie and David Cantor and Jon Kochis
May 10, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss of your David. We send our love and comfort to you Diane, your children, and your entire family. Xoxoxo
Tom Augaitis
May 10, 2022
May you find comfort in knowing what a great friend Dave was during our high school years.
I will always remember the great times we had at his house, where we were always treated like family.
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