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Larry C. Vasko, 76

January 15, 2021

Larry C. Vasko, 76, of Lancaster, formerly of Liberty Boro, PA passed away on Friday, January 15, 2021. Born in McKeesport, PA, he was the son of the late Helen (Skiba) and Cyril Vasko. He was the loving husband to Mary Beth (Staniech) Vasko for over 49 years and a proud veteran of the United States Army Reserves.

A graduate of Point Park College, Larry retired as a Contract Operations Supervisor from the U.S. Defense Department. Upon moving to Lancaster in 2007, he became a parishioner of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church. Larry loved riding his bicycle on the local trails, took great pride in detailing his vehicles and tending to his yard. He was a Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan. He enjoyed discussing current events and politics with his friends and family. He enjoyed traveling with Mary Beth and Sunday brunch with his family. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and love of his family.

Larry is survived by his wife: Mary Beth (Staniech) Vasko of Lancaster; his children: Rob Vasko (Jennifer) of Landisville, Marissa Santiago (Luis) of Lancaster and Laurel Vasko of Monroeville; his grandchildren: Oliva, Afina, Luke, Eliana, and Brendan as well as many nieces and nephews.

Friends and family will be received from 2-4PM and 6-8PM, on Monday, January 18, 2021 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 11:00 AM at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA, 17601. Interment will be private at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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March 22, 2023

Dear Vasko family, my name is Sandra Gibbons Stenum Marks. Frances Skiba was my Aunt and sister to my father, (Frank J. Gibbons, Sioux City, Iowa).  I would love to connect with Mary Beth or any older family member that remembers Frances, or has a close up photo of her.  I have some information about her, except that in a family member’s oral history, she thought that Fran’s mother, Bernice Gibbons, had given her up early in her life to live somewhere else.  It is the one mystery about Frances that I would like to solve, if possible.  Thank you for any assistance you can provide.
Please accept my condolences for Larry’s passing.  Sandra, Woodbury, MN
+sister
 

January 29, 2021

So sorry for your loss. 
Edie Mayersky

January 22, 2021

Dear Mary Beth and family I”m so saddened to hear of Larrys passing. May God be with you in this time of sorrow.
With Deepest Sympathy
Suzi

January 20, 2021

Mary Beth, condolences to you and your family at your husband’s passing. May God bless him and may the memories ease your sadness. 
Linda Sherer

January 19, 2021

Mary Beth, I was so very saddened to learn of Larry’s passing. I read the daily updates of his struggle with Covid-19. We were all praying that the results would be different. May you find peace in the warm thoughts and prayers of others. May God wrap you and your family in His loving arms.
Hugs are winging your way,
Pat Raymer Macchiarolo 

January 19, 2021

My deepest sympathies and condolences.
Aaron Kunkel

January 18, 2021

My deepest sympathies  for your loss Mary Beth . May God provide you and your family with strength and comfort during this difficult time . Sending love and prayers. Kathie McKenna 

January 18, 2021

Mary Beth we have lost a truly good man. So many good memories of him.
Craig and Sandy Bollinger and family

January 18, 2021

My deepest sympathy to all the Vasco family. I’m so sorry for your loss. I will keep all of you and Mr. Vasko in my prayers. 
Nicole Lopez

January 18, 2021

Dear Mary Beth and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I’ll keep Larry in my prayers. 
 
Patricia Ronallo

January 17, 2021

Sincere sympathy on the passing of Larry to Mary Beth and family. He will not be forgotten. From Pat and George Stark.

January 17, 2021

My deepest sympathy and condolences for the entire Vasko family that had lost such an amazing man. He will never be forgotten and will live on in our hearts and memories. May god give you strength to get through this difficult time.
Temple Girolami

January 17, 2021

Our Love And Prayers Are With You Larry. You Will Be Missed !
Alena & Tom Staniech

January 17, 2021

MaryBeth, I am so sadden to hear about Larry.  I am sending a lot of prayers to you and your family. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏.  Larry was a good guy and I am going to miss him. My son Bob also sends his condolences.
 
JoAnn LaManna

January 17, 2021

Deepest condolences from the entire Conley family who are all devastated by your loss and ours. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ed Conley

January 17, 2021

My thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time. Take care of yourshelves and each other.
Judith McCabe

January 17, 2021

Mary Beth and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. May God give you strength and comfort, and grant you peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Debi (Knapp) Dzurikanin

January 17, 2021

Larry will be missed by so many.I always enjoyed  his company and his sense of humor.MyLove to you MaryBeth.and your family.I am sending you love and comfort as you have done for me.
Carol Butler

January 17, 2021

We are so sorry for your loss. Tim and I had the pleasure of talking to Larry one day while he was out for a walk. Your home always looks lovely and we will miss him on our street.
Gail and Tim Wrightson

January 17, 2021

Marybeth, my heart goes out to you and your family. Hold onto your memories as they are a priceless gift that no one can take away. I’m blessed to have met you and Larry on this journey we call life. 💛🙏☀Respectfully, Tammy Spencer

January 17, 2021

MaryBeth, George and I can’t express enough how sorry we are for your loss. At a time like this that hardly seems enough. You and your entire family are in our hearts and in our prayers. Love to all of you.❤❤🌹🌹
George and Rennie Staniech

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Monday, January 18, 2021
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Lititz, PA 17543
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Lititz, PA 17543
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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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Lancaster, PA 17601
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