Joseph A. Sokol
April 29, 1948 - October 05, 2022
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Joseph A. Sokol
April 29, 1948 - October 05, 2022
Obituary
Joseph A. Sokol, 74, of Baden, formerly of Patterson Heights and Beaver Falls, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 in the comfort of his home.
Born on April 29, 1948, in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph S. and Raffie R. (Racco) Sokol.
Joe was a fantastic teacher for over 30 years in the New Brighton School District where he mentored numerous children in 4th and 5th grades. As a devout Catholic, Joe attended daily Mass with the “Daily Mass Friends” at St. Monica Roman Catholic Church. He loved his family unconditionally and will be deeply missed by those who loved him. In his free time, Joe loved driving and would often take long rides to nowhere, met friends many mornings for coffee, golfed in a few leagues with terrific friends, and enjoyed the sun and great jazz music.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 32 years, Deborah (Calvin) Sokol; his sister, Mary Ann (John) Darak; his aunt, Evelyn Tribone; his brother-in-law, Phillip “PJ” (Patti) Calvin; his niece and nephews, Diane (Mark) Speicher, Alan Calvin, Cody (Julia Suehr) Calvin, and Jake (Jessica) Calvin; his mother-in-law, Judy Calvin; numerous great nieces and nephews; and numerous cousins and friends.
Friends will be received on Monday, October 10th from 3-7PM at the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.
Departing prayers will be offered in the funeral home on Tuesday at 9:30AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM at St. Monica Roman Catholic Church, 116 Thorndale Dr., Beaver Falls with Fr. John Naugle as Celebrant.
Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Joe’s family strongly suggests memorial contributions be made to the St. Monica Angel Fund, 609 10th Street, Beaver Falls, PA 15010, or AHN at Home Hospice, 500 Commonwealth Dr., 1st Floor, Warrendale, PA 15086.
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 10, 2022 (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (724) 846-4500
Prayer Service
- Date & Time: October 11, 2022 (9:30 AM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (724) 846-4500
Mass of Christian Burial
- Date & Time: October 11, 2022 (10:00 AM)
- Venue: St. Monica's
- Location: 116 Thorndale Drive Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
St. Monica's Angel Fund
- Address: 609 10th Street Beaver Falls PA 15010
AHN Healthcare At Home
- Address: 500 Commonwealth Drive 1st Floor, Warrendale, PA 15086
5 responses to Joseph A. Sokol
Joe signore says:
October 7, 2022
Debbie and loved ones,
May the peace of our Almighty God and Father be poured upon you these days and days to come. We thank our Lord and Savior for the eternal resurrection by our faith in the work on the cross.
Joe was a special person. Always loved him🥰.
Shalom/ joe signore
Tammy Gray says:
October 8, 2022
Debbie I’m so very sorry for your loss! May god comfort you in the days, weeks & years ahead!🙏🏼 Thinking of you 🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼♥️
Wayne M. Nerone says:
October 8, 2022
Deb, I have known Soks since 1970. We met at the Rock. I was a TKE with my oler buddy Hag, Joe took me under his wing and we dined and partied together for many years. I’ll see him again soon and have lamb in New Castle. I’ll miss seeing Joe at big HS games, He knew his sports, and I loved talking HS sports with him. He had a good run, many, many friends and fun times. The world has lost a great MAN. May he rest in peace. Wayne M. Nerone.
Andrea says:
October 8, 2022
Debbie,
Please accept our most sincere sympathy.
John and Andrea Kurgan
Maureen and Vince Lucci says:
October 9, 2022
Debbie,
We were so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.