Obituary of George Perechinsky

George Perechinsky, 89, of Jessup died on Wednesday at Gino Merli Veterans Center, Scranton. His wife is Elizabeth “Betty” Tereschak Perechinsky. The couple was married for 53 years. Born in Winton, PA, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary Yurkanin Perechinsky. He was a member of All Saints Church, Olyphant and a former member of ROC and OCA for many years. He was a graduate of Jessup High School, class of 1947, and a veteran of the Korean War. He was employed by Waddell Breaker and Coal Co., Sinawa Construction, O’Hora Construction, and after retirement, he worked in Maintenance in Valley View School District. George enjoyed Hunting and fishing with his brothers and nephews. He loved the outdoors and spending quality time with his family. Also surviving is his daughter, Ruth M. Brown and husband Brian; a grandson, Matthew and granddaughter Bethany; brothers, Paul Perechinsky and wife Ann Barbara, Lake Ariel, Andrew Perechinsky and wife Sally, Jermyn; several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, Michael Perechinsky and John Perry; sisters Mary Wagon and Madeline Vispi. The funeral will be private due to current social guidelines and concern for community health. Interment will take place at All Saints Cemetery, Peckville. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Louis M. Margotta Funeral home. For online condolences, visit www.margottafuneralhome.com