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Obituary for George L. Tomasic
George L. Tomasic originally of Hokendauqua, PA passed on November 24, 2021 a week after his 92nd birthday. George was predeceased by his wife Stella (Babiak) & siblings Mike, Andy, Joe, Tom, Liz, Mary & Tess. He is survived by siblings John & Margaret; children David (Susan) and Janice (Thom) of Allentown, PA
Prior to his service in the USAF, George played Minor League ball for the Griffin Tigers in GA. His proudest moment was pitching a “one hitter” and being inducted into the Griffin Baseball Hall of Fame. Most of his professional career was spent as an aircraft mechanic.
George enjoyed playing golf and watching sports. He loved musicals, prime rib & desserts. He could fix anything and loved woodworking. He was a valuable volunteer at NOVA (Northern Valley EMS).
Always kind, George was a gentleman; his generosity and sense of humor brought smiles to the faces of many.
There will be a calling period from 6-8PM Monday November 29, and 8:30AM –9:30AM Tuesday November 30, 2021, at Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. 327 Chestnut Street Coplay, PA. 18037. Divine Liturgy to follow at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church 1343 Newport Avenue, Northampton, PA. 18067. Interment to follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Northampton, PA. 18067.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his name to: NOVA Auxiliary 2375 Levans Road, Coplay, PA 18037, Family Pillars Hospice 3190 Adler Pl., Bethlehem PA 18017 or DAV (Disabled American Veterans) 5000 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144.
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Prior to his service in the USAF, George played Minor League ball for the Griffin Tigers in GA. His proudest moment was pitching a “one hitter” and being inducted into the Griffin Baseball Hall of Fame. Most of his professional career was spent as an aircraft mechanic.
George enjoyed playing golf and watching sports. He loved musicals, prime rib & desserts. He could fix anything and loved woodworking. He was a valuable volunteer at NOVA (Northern Valley EMS).
Always kind, George was a gentleman; his generosity and sense of humor brought smiles to the faces of many.
There will be a calling period from 6-8PM Monday November 29, and 8:30AM –9:30AM Tuesday November 30, 2021, at Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. 327 Chestnut Street Coplay, PA. 18037. Divine Liturgy to follow at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church 1343 Newport Avenue, Northampton, PA. 18067. Interment to follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Northampton, PA. 18067.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his name to: NOVA Auxiliary 2375 Levans Road, Coplay, PA 18037, Family Pillars Hospice 3190 Adler Pl., Bethlehem PA 18017 or DAV (Disabled American Veterans) 5000 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144.
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Previous Events
Visitation
Monday
29
Nov
6:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Coplay
327 Chestnut Street
Coplay, PA 18037
Visitation
Tuesday
30
Nov
8:30 AM
- 9:00 AM
Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Coplay
327 Chestnut Street
Coplay, PA 18037
Service
Tuesday
30
Nov
10:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church
1343 Newport Avenue
Northampton, Pa 18067
Cemetery Details
Location
St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Cemetery
308 Main Street
Northampton, Pa 18067
Memorial Contribution
Disabled American Veterans
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