Dolores (Pesta) Wisnosky, 75, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, March 16, 2010 after a brief stay at the Village Vista Nursing Home. Born in Exeter, PA, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Verna (Koval) Pesta. Dolores was the wife of Jerome D. Wisnosky,  with whom she celebrated 50 years of marriage this past July 18.

After graduating from Misericordia College in 1956, Dolores taught English and Spanish in Long Island, NY., suburban Philadelphia, and New Jersey school districts. Throughout her life, she traveled extensively and especially enjoyed trips to Las Vegas and local casinos.  She was active in numerous volunteer organizations.  Dolores was an avid bridge player and treasured the time spent with her bridge partners.  Her most special times were celebrations at regular family events.   Dolores was a member of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church. Dolores' warm, friendly and outgoing manner will be missed by all who knew her.

Surviving in addition to her husband Jerome are a son, Jerome Wisnosky of Lancaster,   3 daughters; Michele Rivard wife of Mark of Florence, AL, Laura Orlando wife of Dion of Timonium, MD, and JoEllen Wisnosky of  Lancaster ,  6 grandchildren, and a brother; Michael Pesta, husband of Nancy of West Pittson, PA.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, March 22, 2010 at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster 17603 at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Mark E. Weiss as Celebrant. Family and friends will be received at the church before the service from 10:30a.m.-11:30a.m. Interment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Lancaster County 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. Arrangements by Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home 441 N. George St. Millersville Pa 17551. To send an online condolence or for more information please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com