Joseph J. Barna, 69, a resident of Wilkes Barre Township, passed away on Tuesday evening, April 16, 2024, at Allied Services Hospice Center, Wilkes Barre, following a brief illness.
His loving wife is Deborah Kolojejchick Barna. Together, Joseph and Deborah shared 45 years of marriage.
Born on August 17, 1954, Joseph was one of three children born to Joseph Barna and the late Eleanore Wasielowski Barna.
Raised in Freeland, Joe was a graduate of Freeland High School.
Prior to his retirement, Joe was employed as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service. After retiring, he went on to work part-time at the Toyota Sportsplex, Wilkes Barre, for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.
An avid Hockey fan, Joe was a 25-year Season Ticket Holder for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins AHL Hockey Team.
In addition to his mother, Eleanore, Joe was preceded in death by sister, Barbara Barna Gavinski; his nephew, John Dushanko; and his great-nephew, Craig Harger.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Deborah; his two sons, Joseph B. Barna, Wilkes Barre Township; and James J. Barna and his wife, Danielle, Wilkes Barre Township; his twin granddaughters, Liliana and Gianna; his sister, Debra Ryan, Freeland; his sister-in-law, Barbara Dushanko and her husband, John, Swoyersville; and his many nieces and nephews, especially Renae Dushanko and great-nieces, Cortney, Caitlin and Carly Dushanko.
A private celebration of Joe’s life will be held at the discretion of the family.
Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Wroblewski Funeral Home, Inc., 1442 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort.
To share a memory of Joe or message of condolence with his family, you may visit the funeral home website, www.wroblewskifuneralhome.com, or Facebook page.
Memorial donations may be made in Joe’s memory to the Allied Services Hospice Center, 200 South Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; the Medical Oncology Associates Prescription Assistance Fund, 382 Pierce Street, Kingston, PA 18704; Saint Maria Goretti Parish, 42 Redwood Drive, Laflin, PA 18702; or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Sending love and healing wishes your way, Debbie. Thank you for sharing this.
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ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful tribute. My love and prayers are with you and your family.
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Linda,
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Deb
A wonderful tribute that captures his life on earth. Such a loss for your family. Sending love, sympathy and strength to all of you and your family members.
ReplyDeleteDebbie, so sorry for your loss. I have been thinking of you and your family. This seems to have happened so quickly and hope it means that Joe didn't suffer. I can't express how badly I feel for you but know that you can make it through with the love of your family..xxoJudy
ReplyDeleteDebbie, What a beautiful obituary ! I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my prayers. May your happy memories bring you comfort...May Joe rest in peace, rise in glory, and his memory be a blessing!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss. May loving memories bring you peace. God's loving strength surround you all.
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Terri,
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A lovely tribute for Joe. He will live on in the hearts of you and your family forever. Love and hugs for you and your family.
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Dear Debbie and Your family, please accept my heartfelt deepest sympathy during this difficult time. I will always keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers…๐
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So so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. You and Joe had a great life together and you can cherish those memories forever. Peace in Christ
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I am so sorry for your loss Debbie. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteDear Debbie, I would like to add my deepest condolences to you and your family. God bless you all. xox, V.
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DeleteThanks so always stopping by and for your support through all these years... I gratefully appreciate it ...I will be back to posting soon....It helps me and keeps me busy...
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Deb
I am so sorry, Debbie. I came over to see if you posted an update on Joe's condition but this was not what I hoped to see. Sending you and your family peace and love as you navigate this difficult time ~ Suzanne.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss, Debbie. My heart goes out to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI am so so sorry. Thank you for updating me on my blog. I don’t see updates from Blogger blogs and need to figure out a better way to do so. I am praying for your family at this time.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your continued prayers... It means a lot to us..
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So sorry, May God touch you with his peace and comfort at this time!
ReplyDeleteOh Deb - I'm so sorry! Sending extra love and comfort your way, and I'll be thinking of you while you take this time off. Take care!
ReplyDeleteDebbie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI only found your blog a few weeks ago. I am so sorry for your loss. May memories of happy times spent with Joe give you strength. And your beautiful granddaughters will bring you joy.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by and for your kind words in regards to Joe's passing...I gratefully appreciate it..
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Debbie, I am so very sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you know God’s peace and comfort over you. Sending hugs!
ReplyDeleteDebbie, I was away visiting my son when Joe passed and I'm so sorry for your loss. You wrote a beautiful tribute and I am praying that God comforts you. Hugs, Cecilia
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