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Evelyn Makowski Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — Evelyn Decker Makowski, 91, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, in the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
Evelyn was born in Wilkes-Barre, a daughter of the late Sam and Marie Abod Decker. She attended GAR High School and lived a wonderful life in retirement, still watching over her children and taking care of her grandchildren. She was formerly employed as a medical assistant for Dr. David Potash and Dr. Paul Bachman, Podiatrists.
Evelyn was a member of St. Anthony's/St. George's Maronite Catholic Parish in Wilkes-Barre and was a member of its Altar and Rosary Society.
Evelyn was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She cherished every moment that she shared with her family and friends, and she adored her grandchildren. You never came into her house without her putting food on the table and she treated everyone, including strangers, as family.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Bruno B. Makowski, in 2015; brother Tony Decker; and sisters June Karpovich and Joann Lewis.
Surviving are her daughter, June Galicki, of Forty Fort; sons Attorney Thomas Makowski and his wife, Karen, of Hanover Township, James (Chico) Makowski and his wife, Laurie, of Dallas; grandchildren Paige, Chase, Aimee and Kendall Makowski; brother Gerald Decker, of Wilkes-Barre; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday in St. Anthony's Maronite Catholic Church, 311 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Private interment will be held at the convenience of the family in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township.
Friends may call from 9 to 11 a.m. on Thursday morning at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Evelyn's name to the United Way of Wyoming Valley, 100 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701.
Online condolences may be sent by visiting Evelyn's obituary at www.natandgawlas.com.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Nat & Gawlas Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre.
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Memories and Condolences
for Evelyn Makowski
Sandy Brislin
October 8, 2020
My heart and prayers go out to the family. What a wonderful person Evie was. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. I will miss her smiling face coming into Ollie's for her bowl of soup. Rest in peace and give Bruno a big hi for me.
David Potash
October 23, 2019
Evelyn was a wonderful, loving and caring women. She made my office a welcoming place. I'll always remember her as she alsways put a smile on my face.
October 17, 2019
My deepest sympathy Tom and family on the loss of your beautiful mother you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Joanne Zientek I
Pat and Bonnie Lenahan
October 17, 2019
Chico and Tom
Sorry to hear about your wonderful mother
Our thoughts are with you
May she rest in peace
PAUL MONSEUR
October 17, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patricia Westcott
October 16, 2019
Tommy,Cheeko,and June, I will never forget my beautiful Aunt Evy. The memories we shared as children in our family will always be the foundation of who we became as adults and parents in our families. We were given the examples of love and caring by our loved ones and Evelyn was such a beautiful teacher. Her legacy speaks for itself and generations of families have benefited from her love. She will be so missed. RIP my dear Aunt, you have earned your wings!
Sandra Brislin
October 16, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was such a great lady. Always a smile for everyone. I'm sure your heart is breaking. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Pisarcik
October 16, 2019
So sorry to hear of the passing of Evelyn. My condolences to Jerry and the entire family.
October 16, 2019
Tom, June and Jimmy, my sincerest condolences on the passing of your mom. I have many fond memories of our childhood years and your mom and dad. Evie was one of the kindest and thoughtful people ever. She was always like a mother to all of us kids in the neighborhood. Fondly Kenny Edwards
Stephen and Donna Menn
October 16, 2019
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. The Makowski family will be in our prayers.
John & Maureen Tony Peters Rushkowski
October 16, 2019
Hi , Sorry to hear about your mom . May she RIP
Manus Mulherin
October 16, 2019
Tom and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
October 16, 2019
sorry for your loss JIM BACH JR
October 16, 2019
Thoughts & prayers are with you Tommy, June & Jimmy
October 16, 2019
I am sorry for the passing of your loved one, Evelyn. May the God of peace and comfort strengthen the family during this time.
Cheryl Coger
October 16, 2019
Tom, Junie and Chico, my sincere condolences to you and the entire family. Evy and Bruno were a part of my growing up and will never forget their kindness to my Mom after the death of Diane and my Dad. Couldn't ask for better lifelong neighbors. May she RIP
Stephen Yokimishyn
October 16, 2019
My deepest sympathy to Tom and the entire Makowski family. May Evelyn's memory be eternal.
Joseph & Deborah Sellitto
October 16, 2019
Tom, Chico ,and Family Please accept our deepest sympathy. May your Mom Rest In Peace.
Michael Khalife
October 15, 2019
Tom, June & Jimmy,
I am very sorry for your loss.
Evy & Bruno were the greatest roll models anyone can have.
Michael Khalife
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