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Theresa Dvorsky Obituary
Mrs. Theresa Dvorsky of State College, PA, went to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 30, 2025, after a long battle with cancer.
Born in 1945 and raised in Coaldale, Theresa was a devoted wife, mother, sister and friend who touched the lives of many.
Theresa is survived by her loving husband, Robert Dvorsky, with whom she celebrated 58 years of marriage.
Her memory will also be cherished by her daughters, Christine Lukowitsch (Martin) of Charlotte, N.C., and Kathy Dvorsky of Emmaus; a son, Joseph Dvorsky (Katherine Frank) of Menomonie, WI; and a sister, Mary Boyer (Steve) of Lake Wynonah.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Mary (Romanek) Kachurak; and her sister Shirley (Kachurak) White.
A graduate of Coaldale High School and Sacred Heart School of Nursing, Theresa dedicated her early career to nursing. Eventually, she and her husband founded Valley Athletic Supply in Lansford, purchased the Panther Valley Mini Mall, and successfully ran both businesses for many years.
After retiring to State College, Theresa enjoyed cheering for Penn State athletic teams and became a very active member of Oakwood Presbyterian Church, serving as a mentor, greeter and committee member and sharing her passion for reading and studying the Bible. She also volunteered as a client advocate at State College Pregnancy Resource Clinic.
Service: Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 655 E. Broad St., Tamaqua. A celebration of Theresa's life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 12, from Oakwood Presbyterian Church, 1865 Waddle Road, State College, with the Rev. Daniel Kiehl officiating. Private interment, Sky-View Memorial Park, Hometown. Call 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday in the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name may be made to Pregnancy Resource Clinic, 423 S. Pugh St., State College, PA 16801.
https://giving.myamplify.io/App/Form/60370711-964f-416b-bfa6-c13ba7bd2a71. Online condolences or a fond memory of Theresa can be left for the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.
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Nancy Totani
July 27, 2025
Bob and family condolences to all. Theresa was a lovely woman
and admired by many of us here at the lake.
Gerry Mansell
July 18, 2025
Bob. We are so sorry to hear of your wife's passing.
Joseph Kalista
July 17, 2025
Condolences and Prayers for her Soul and for husband Bob and family. My friendship with Theresa and Bob go back over 65 years from my youth in Lansford Pa. This continued after they moved to State College. She was a kind and helpful individual. So sorry to learn of her passing.
Paul Hackash
July 16, 2025
Dear Bob,
So sorry to hear of +Theresa's passing - You both made downtown Lansford Alive again - Through the Mercy of God, may Theresa, and all the faithful Departed, Rest in Peace, Requiscat in Pace, Amen! - Paul H!, Citrus Hills, Fl
Mary Slaby
July 11, 2025
My condolences to Bob and to Theresa´s entire family. Theresa was a lovely person, and I enjoyed our conversations when I saw her here in State College. May she rest in eternal peace.
Chep and Gena
July 10, 2025
Our sincere condolences to you Robert and your family. We cherish our memories with you and Theresa. God bless.
Gena and Robert (Chep) Cheplick
John Hackash
July 9, 2025
Bob, sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. Amen
Greg Tressler
July 9, 2025
Theresa was always kind,helpful and a devoted Christian witness. Thank you
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1865 Waddle Road, State College, PA 16803
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