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Andrew G. Kubala, 89

December 8, 1931 - April 13, 2021

Andrew G. Kubala, 89, of Lancaster, passed away after a brief illness at Lancaster General Hospital on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. Born in West Hazleton, Luzerne County, he was the son of the late John and Stefania (Duranna) Kubala. Andrew was the loving husband of the late Patricia Ann (Sheaffer) Kubala, and they celebrated 49 years of marriage when she passed in 2006. He was also predeceased by his second wife of 6 years, JoAnne (Wittensoldner) Kubala, who passed in 2017.

As a member of the U.S. Air Force Andrew honorably served his country during the Korean Conflict. He worked as an Engineering Technician for Thompson Consumer Electronics, formerly RCA, from where he retired after 30 years of service. He loved to spend time outdoors hunting, fishing, golfing and gardening. He also enjoyed painting. He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Lancaster, and more recently also attended St. Leo the Great Catholic Church.

Andrew is survived by four daughters: Pamela Rose Oleksa (Gregory) of Lancaster; Amy Susanne Danilowicz (Bernard) of Middletown; Jennifer Lynn Snoberger (David) of Willow Street; and Deborah Anne Kershner (Timothy) of Lititz. Also surviving are brothers Paul Kubala (the late Judy) of Lancaster, and Charles Kubala (Eleanor) of Bradford, CT; a sister, Sister Maria Goretti of Dallas, PA; 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Along with his parents and wives, he was predeceased by brothers George and Augustine Kubala, and a sister Agnes Kieley.

A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 501 East Orange Street, Lancaster, PA 17602, with Father Matthew Morelli as Celebrant. The family will receive guests from 10 AM until time of Mass. Interment will follow at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, Bausman, with military honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Andrew’s memory may be made to the Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development, 625 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603.

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April 19, 2021

Although I only met Andrew once, he seemed like a very nice man!  My condolences go out to the entire family during this very difficult time!
Zachary Cahill

April 18, 2021

To my four nieces, Pam, Amy, Jenny & Deb. I am sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. It seems like you have been spending many happy times with him lately, and I’m sure he really appreciated that. Looking back over all the years, our family get togethers we’re many, and always lots of fun. We celebrated each person’s Birthday and all the Holidays together. Camping at Ocean City was something to look forward to every summer vacation. We also had many camping adventures with our close friends & camping buddies. These are times of happiness for all to remember. Andy had a lot of interests, and he also enjoyed reading books, sitting on his favorite recliner. He had a long and well spent life. My sister will be happy as they rejoin together in heaven. Wishing you all good health and much happiness. Happy memories. Love, Aunt Winnie

April 18, 2021

To Andy’s family,
I was saddened to read of Andy’s passing. I got to know Andy by cleaning for him these last number of years. He was an amazing man, full of information that he would share on how to stay healthy and help with “aches and pains”. I will be forever grateful for the wisdom he so freely shared. May you be comforted by your many memories that you shared with him. I will miss him.
Naomi Brenneman
 

April 18, 2021

To Andy’s family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I know that my Dad (Jim Eshleman) is having a great reunion with Andy now.
Fondly,
Deb Eshleman 

April 16, 2021

Pam, Amy, Jenny and Deb,I am so very sorry to hear of the death of Uncle Andy.  My mom had texted a recent photo of you all together for his birthday celebration.  It was lovely to see.  My memories of him always involve his love of jokes and pranks.  He would always get me with the, “What’s on your shirt?” gag.  My thoughts are with you in your time of loss.
Karen Kreck
 

April 16, 2021

To all the Kubala girls,
I was so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing and wanted you to know how much I enjoyed all of your friendships so many years ago.  So many camping memories and memories of our trips to Ocean City in the fall of the years.  And the memories of spending some time at his cabin with the whole bunch of us.  And memories of being at our mountain cabin in Shunk a few times.  Seems like not so long ago but it was many many years ago.  Also enjoyed meeting him for lunches more recently, last one was Nov 4 2020 with Ernie and Darlene.  He will be missed by all of us who knew him. Hopefully your happy memories will help to get you all thru the sad times now.
Love and all my sympathy
Sue Gregg

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church
501 East Orange Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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