Irene (Strady) Yaworsky

Irene Yaworsky, formerly of Kelayres, passed away Thursday evening at Mt. City Nursing Center, Hazle Twp.

            Born in McAdoo, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Mary (Strady) Gustich.

            Irene was a member of Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, McAdoo.

            Prior to retiring, she was first employed at Stanley Studios, Hazleton, then Tung Sol of Weatherly and lastly Scotch Maid Factory, McAdoo.

            Irene was an active member of her church, volunteering for food sales and bazaars.  She enjoyed spending her time making the traditional Pysanky eggs. Irene loved baking for her family, especially during the holidays. She adored animals and loved the outdoors.

            Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, was her husband Joseph Yaworsky; and brothers Peter and Harry Gustich.

            Surviving, are her sons Ronald Yaworsky and wife Bunnie, of Ohio; and Gary Yaworsky and wife Ann Marie, of Weatherly; grandchildren Zachary Batcho, Rebecca Okechukwu and husband Frank     and Nicholas Yaworsky; great-grandson Joseph; and nieces and nephews also survive.

            A Requiem Service officiated by Very Rev. Claude Vinyard will be held Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, McAdoo. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s U.C. Cemetery, McAdoo.

            Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in the church.

            The Damiano Funeral Home Inc., McAdoo, is assisting the family. 

            Condolences may be entered and information is available at www.damianofhinc.com.

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