Rose "Roz" Harkins

Rose 'Roz' Harkins

Rose "Roz" Harkins, 88, of Coaldale, entered into eternal rest Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, in Forrest Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was wife of the late John J. Harkin, who passed away Oct. 19, 2012.

Born in Coaldale, she was the daughter of the late John Sr. and Helen (Goida) Yaroma. Roz was a graduate of Coaldale High School. She was employed as a seamstress for several clothing factories throughout the area. She was also employed as a saleswomen for Valley Athletic, Lansford.

She was a member of St. Mary's Orthodox Church, Coaldale, where she was a member of the Ladies Aide. Roz enjoyed doing puzzles and crosswords but especially loved the time spent with her family and friends.

Surviving are a daughter, Karen Harkins in Coaldale; a son, Timothy Harkins and his fiancé Gail Maillet of Coaldale; a brother, John "Jack" Yaroma Jr. and his wife Ann Marie (Santilli) of Lake Hauto; grandchildren, Seth and Dylan Harkins; and several nieces and nephews.

Service: A Funeral Liturgy will be held Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, at 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Orthodox Church, 217 First St., Coaldale, with the Rev. James Waremedic officiating.

Interment will be held in Sky-View Memorial Park, Hometown.

Call Tuesday morning 10-11 a.m. in the church.

The Sverchek-Blazosky Funeral Home has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

Online condolences may be offered at www.blazoskyfh.com.