Joseph Lohin

 Joseph Lohin, 95, of Minersville, passed away Saturday, August 15th, at Meadows Nursing, Dallas.  

Joseph was born in Coal Castle, Pa. on August 24, 1924, a son of the late Mary  (Schlacta) and George  Lohin.

He was the widower of Helen (Mitchell) Lohin who died 9/25/1997.

He was a lifetime member of Ss. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church Minersville.

Joseph was a veteran who served during World War II in the infantry in                                                        

Sicily, the invasion at Anzio Beach and the Italian Campaign.

He was a former Equipment Operator and  Oiler  at Reading Coal Co.

In addition to his parents and wife, Helen he was preceded in death by

Brothers: George Lohin, John Lohin, Michael Lohin, Stephen Lohin,  Emil Lohin, Sisters:Veronica Kostura, Mary Panchison, Irene Tkachyk,  Helen Ann Kessler.

Joseph is survived by a son, Joseph R. Lohin He is also survived by a brother, Paul, husband of  Jeanette Lohin.  He is also survived by Grandchildren; Steven Lohin and wife, Melody ,  Christopher Lohin and wife, Chrissy , Andrew Lohin and wife, Layla. David Lohin.  Great grand children, Aidan, Ryan, Nicholas and Nina.    Numerous nieces and nephews.  All are respectfully invited to attend a visitation

9:00: to 10:00: am on Friday, August 21st at Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc. Minersville.  A Divine Liturgy Office of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 AM on Friday at Ss. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church in Minersville,  with Very Reverend Gregory Noga officiating.  Interment at Ss. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Cemetery.   Due to COVID-19, all recommended social distancing , mask requirements, and public safety guidelines will be followed.

Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville entrusted with the arrangements.

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