John “Jack” Skosko died October 29, 2024John “Jack” Skosko, 89, of West Scranton, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, surrounded by his children. His wife of 62 years, Elizabeth “Betty” Ann, passed on May 22, 2024. Jack was born in Scranton, PA and was the son of the late Michael and Susan Yevich Skosko, and was also predeceased by his brother, Peter Skosko and brother in-law, Anthony M. Kniolek Sr. Jack was a member of the Musicians Protective Association, Local 120, St. John’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Scranton, retired from RCA/Thompson Electronics, an Army Veteran of the Korean War and musician who excelled in many instruments, known as Jack Fingers Skosko, playing with The Diplomats, the Frank Carter Band, The Orbits (Special Services Corps), The Fortunes at East Stroudsburg Resort, Mt. Airy Lodge, Pocono Gardens, Merry Hill Lodge, Brookdale on the Lake, Chestnut Grove, Stricklands Resort, Ski Top Lodge, Penn Hill Lodge, Lake Naomi, along with many wedding receptions . The couple were wed at St Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, before becoming members of St. John’s Byzantine Catholic Church. He is survived by his children; daughter caregiver, Susan Skosko, Scranton, Pittsburgh, NYC, and her significant other, M Dane Wallisch, Carlisle, Pittsburgh. Son, John Paul Skosko (Jack) wife, Robin Lynn Mills Skosko and his four adoring grandchildren, Carter Michael Skosko (fiancee’ Miriam Falcone) (Italy), Twins Landon John Skosko, Nolan James Skosko, and Ellie Catherine Skosko, (Honey Brook, PA). Nieces and Nephews; Cynthia Ann Wirkman, husband Alan & children Corey and Brittany, Pamela Ann Skosko, Goddaughter and sister in law, Theresa Mary Rose Beck Skosko, (Texas). Anthony M. Kniolek II (Scranton), Laura Kniolek Hagerman and husband Lance (Pittsburgh), and sister in law Susan Evans Kniolek, (Scranton), and many other cousins. Jack was known for his vibrant personality. He was a graduate of West Scranton High School and attended Lackawanna Jr. College. Jack cherished his four grandchildren. Jack’s legacy of love, resilience, and service will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. A Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 am at St. John’s Byzantine Catholic Church, 310 Broadway Street, Scranton by the Rev. Fr. Roman Vasylynka. Interment with Military Honors will follow at St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, Minooka. Visitation for family and friends will be on Friday, 5 to 7 pm, with a Panachyda Service at 6:30 pm, at the Edward J. Chomko Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 262 Railroad Avenue, West Scranton.
