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Joseph Biniek Obituary
PLAINS TOWNSHIP — Joseph J. Biniek Sr., 81, of Plains Township, died Sunday Nov. 12, 2017, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Andrew and Helen (Moses) Biniek. Joe was a truck mechanic, starting his career at International Harvester, moving to Thomas C. Thomas, and retiring from the Wilkes-Barre Truck Center. He was also a life member of the Nuangola Rod and Gun Club, and an avid trapshooter.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Margaret Kelly Biniek, as well as brothers Andrew and William.
Joe is survived by his son Joseph Jr. and his wife, Lauralee, Courtdale, daughters Joann Noll and husband, Ronald Panuski, and Janine Valkos and husband, Joseph, both of Pittston Township, and Judy Serino and husband, Joseph, of Wyoming. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Brianna and Alexander Noll, Andrew and Cassandra Serino, Adam Valkos, Tyler Biniek, and Samantha and Michael Panuski, as well as great-grandson Jayce Miller, and by his brothers Edward Biniek Sr., of Plains Township, and Thomas Biniek Sr., of Plymouth.
Funeral services will be held Thursday Nov. 16, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Saints Peter and Paul Church, Plains. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 15, at the Anthony Recupero Funeral Home, 406 Susquehanna Ave. West Pittston.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saints Peter and Paul food pantry.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Biniek
November 16, 2017
Joanne & family, we are very sorry for your loss.
Judy & Bert
Renee Hess
November 15, 2017
Sending our deepest sympathy to Joe's family. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all. May he and the love of his love be reunited once again in the afterlife. Our fun together at Jimeal's, family outing and the family Christmas gathering will always be something to be remembered fondly. May he rest in peace amongst the family and friends that have gone on before him.
Love Renee Craig and Samantha Hess
November 15, 2017
Pat and Eddy: I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother, Joe. I will keep him and his family in my prayers. Remember all the good times your shared in your lives and that he is now at peace. Lenore Rosencrans, Clermont, Fl
Pam Kozemko
November 15, 2017
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Thinking and praying for you.
Pat and Tammy Malloy
November 14, 2017
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at this very sad time..it is never easy to lose our loved ones..we are left to grieve remember and hold them close in our hearts..God Bless......
Donna Chris Gia and Chad
November 14, 2017
Joe Lauralee and Tyler,
We are sending our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this most difficult time. God Bless His Soul and May He Rest In Peace.
Thomas C. Thomas, Jr.
November 14, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to Joe's family on the occasion of his passing. He was always a good friend and visited us at his former business place, always with kind words and fond memories. May he rest in peace... Thomas C. Thomas, Jr.
Sandra Mihoch Kase
November 14, 2017
My deepest condolences on your loss. May all your fondest happy memories keep Joe close in your hearts.
November 14, 2017
Judy and family,
So sorry for your loss.
Danielle and Bill Peck
Leo and Lisa Giovagnoli
November 14, 2017
Dear Janine, Joe, and Adam,
Our heartfelt condolences to during this difficult time. Embrace the many wonderful memories and allow them to bring you comfort.
God Bless,
Leo and Lisa Giovagnoli and Family.
Christine Biniek
November 14, 2017
To my dearest cousins, my heart breaks for you all. My deepest and sincerest apologies. Your dad is reunited with the live of his life, Maggie, his mom and dad, and Andy and Billy.
May God heal your broken hearts and help you through your lives. I love you all.
Godspeed Uncle Joe!!! I love you and will miss you. Hugs.
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