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David Glowacki Obituary
MOUNTAIN TOP — David J. "Derff" Glowacki, 68, of Mountain Top and formerly of Nanticoke, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2015, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Nanticoke on Feb. 9, 1947, he was a son of the late Joseph and Ruth Gleski Glowacki.
He was a graduate of Nanticoke Area High School, was employed by Air Products, Hanover Township, until his retirement and he owned and operated Derff's Pizza, Sugar Notch.
Dave loved to spend his time with family and friends, most especially his granddaughter, Skyler. He enjoyed fishing with his best friend Walt, caring for his beloved dog, Bandit, and driving his Corvette to various local car shows with his son, Derff Jr.
Dave is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, the former Mary Lou (Rominski) Glowacki; daughter, Kim Davis and her husband, Kenneth; son, David J. Glowacki Jr.; granddaughter, Skyler; brothers, Bruce Glowacki and Joseph Glowacki and his wife, Charlene; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday from the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley, with David O'Brien, Chaplain, as celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township. Family and friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. until the time of services Thursday.
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Dustin Kandrac
March 17, 2015
I knew him since I was in 7th grade, I was 12 years old when we met and we remained friends until he passed away. He was always kind, upbeat and understanding. He was a man worth knowing. I am proud that he called me a friend. Derff will be missed...
Stacie Prest
March 12, 2015
Joe and Family, sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
March 12, 2015
Kim, We are so sorry for your loss...our family will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Luv the Dotzels and Generation 4
Joe Speziale
March 12, 2015
Mary and family, so sorry for your loss.
It won't be the same in the neighborhood.
He was a good man and great neighbor.
I will always remember our many laughs together, fishing in the creek, watching him cutting wood all summer, and chasing his dog, LOL! R.I.P. Dave.
Sharon Rogers
March 11, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. He will be sadly missed. Thoughts and prayers to you Davey and all of your family.
Tom & Joanne Monahan
March 11, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
bonnie vanderlick
March 11, 2015
I am sorry for your loss.
Chris Caines
March 10, 2015
Very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
Marie Sarwinski
March 10, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Derff he was a great person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marie Sarwinski
Joseph Levandowski
March 10, 2015
I knew Dave just about most of my life (Class of 65). Unfortunately we lost contact through the many passing years. I extend to his entire family my sincere condolences on his passing. May God Bless and Comfort you all in this time of sorrow. Dave was a great guy. Peace be with you, RIP my friend.
Joe Mishkula
March 10, 2015
RIP Mr. Derff and condolences to the family.
March 10, 2015
DAVES FAMILY : I`AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. DAVE WAS A GOOD MAN AND WILL BE SADLY MISSED JOHN NOVAK NANTICOKE
Ryan Parker
March 10, 2015
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March 10, 2015
Dave and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Ill always remember your father smiling at the counter of the pizza shop and saying hello everytime I was there. He was a very nice person. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jennifer & John Zalinski
March 9, 2015
Condolences to Mrs Derff, Kim, Dave & family, it's a very sad day, great person, thanks Mr Derff for helping my family, GOD BLESS YOU, RIP Mr Derff
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