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Andrew Major Obituary
Andrew T. "Hogan" Major, 89, of Nesquehoning, entered into eternal rest on Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Maple Shade Meadows Assisted Living Center, Nesquehoning. He was the husband of the late Angela L. (Rose) Major, who passed away on May 4, 2011.
Before retiring, he was employed with the PBNE Railroad at the Bethlehem Steel Corporation.
Born in Coaldale, he was a son of the late Earl and Mary (Wargo) Major.
A graduate of the former Summit Hill High School, he was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War.
He was a former member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Nesquehoning, and was a member of St. Joseph Parish of the Panther Valley, Summit Hill.
Hogan enjoyed his trips to the casino, his rub off tickets and watching the Philadelphia Eagles.
Surviving are a daughter Jennifer, and her wife, Trish Lankay, of Allentown; a son, Daniel DeSimone, and his wife, Karen, of Lewes, DE; two sisters, Regina, wife of Pat Rose of Nesquehoning, and Joan Orsulak of Lansford; and many nieces and nephews.
Service: Memorial graveside service 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2, Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Nesquehoning, with the Rev. Robert George officiating. Arrangements by Blazosky Funeral Home, Nesquehoning. Contributions in his name may be made to the Carbon Co. Animal Shelter, 63 Broad St., Nesquehoning, PA 18240. Online condolences can be offered at www.blazoskyfh.com.
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Bill Heffelfinger
December 31, 2022
Sad to see the passing of another `hiller. `Hogan´s Dog House´, great place. Great memories growing up with people like Hogan.
Bill and Marie Heffelfinger.
jan gulden
December 30, 2022
Thank you for your service
Jan D Gulden DMD
RoseMary
December 30, 2022
Thank you for your service
RoseMary Serina
December 30, 2022
RIP Andy you were a great friend, I will miss you love you RoseMary and your buddy Mocha.
Grateful
December 30, 2022
Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
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