Obituary for William G. "George" Jablonsky
William “George” Jablonsky of Joffre, PA passed away on August 8, 2021 in Donnell House hospice, just months after his 90th birthday. George, also known as Jabo, was born April 13, 1931 in McKees Rocks, a son of the late Michael J. and Anna (Mastilak) Jablonsky.
Mr. Jablonsky attended Business Training College of Pittsburgh before working as a statistical clerk for Blue Cross. He later became a tax assessor for Washington County and eventually went to work for P.C. Campana, Inc. He also spent time as a security guard before finally retiring. In his prime, he enjoyed fishing and playing golf, often with his friend Pete Chvostal. George was an excellent cook who enjoyed making cabbage rolls and pizza using ingredients from his garden. He loved working crossword puzzles and watching cowboy movies and spending time collecting coins and stamps. Throughout his life he was an avid reader making frequent trips to the McDonald and Burgettstown libraries where he enjoyed camaraderie with the staffs.
George was proud of the family he created with his wife of 61 years, JoAnn E. (Gobleck) Jablonsky, who survives. He is also survived by his children, Jacqueline (Scott) Skiple, Nettie Jablonsky, and William (Robin) Jablonsky; grandchildren, Aaron (Laura Petrocci) Skiple, Cortney (Daniel) Mannheim, Robert Skiple, Emily, Elia, and Rachel Jablonsky, and great-grandchildren, Cayton Townsend and Lilah Mannheim, along with many loving nieces and nephews, including Mark Fusina.
Along with his parents, George is preceded in death by his siblings, John F. Jablonsky, Mary Anez, Ann G. Fusina, and Michael R. Jablonsky.
Friends and family will be received on Friday, August 13, 2021, from 10 am-12 pm at Thomas-Little Funeral Service, Inc., 106 St. John St., Midway (724-926-2800). A Blessing Service will be held at noon the same day in the funeral home. Interment will follow the service at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Burgettstown. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to McDonald Heritage Library or Burgettstown Community Library.
Mr. Jablonsky attended Business Training College of Pittsburgh before working as a statistical clerk for Blue Cross. He later became a tax assessor for Washington County and eventually went to work for P.C. Campana, Inc. He also spent time as a security guard before finally retiring. In his prime, he enjoyed fishing and playing golf, often with his friend Pete Chvostal. George was an excellent cook who enjoyed making cabbage rolls and pizza using ingredients from his garden. He loved working crossword puzzles and watching cowboy movies and spending time collecting coins and stamps. Throughout his life he was an avid reader making frequent trips to the McDonald and Burgettstown libraries where he enjoyed camaraderie with the staffs.
George was proud of the family he created with his wife of 61 years, JoAnn E. (Gobleck) Jablonsky, who survives. He is also survived by his children, Jacqueline (Scott) Skiple, Nettie Jablonsky, and William (Robin) Jablonsky; grandchildren, Aaron (Laura Petrocci) Skiple, Cortney (Daniel) Mannheim, Robert Skiple, Emily, Elia, and Rachel Jablonsky, and great-grandchildren, Cayton Townsend and Lilah Mannheim, along with many loving nieces and nephews, including Mark Fusina.
Along with his parents, George is preceded in death by his siblings, John F. Jablonsky, Mary Anez, Ann G. Fusina, and Michael R. Jablonsky.
Friends and family will be received on Friday, August 13, 2021, from 10 am-12 pm at Thomas-Little Funeral Service, Inc., 106 St. John St., Midway (724-926-2800). A Blessing Service will be held at noon the same day in the funeral home. Interment will follow the service at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Burgettstown. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to McDonald Heritage Library or Burgettstown Community Library.