Joseph L Stanavage Sr

Joseph L. "Pierogie Joe" Stanavage Sr., 76 of Hazleton the founder / operator of Joe's Homemade Pierogie's passed away  Thursday, December 4 at his home.

Born in Hazleton he was the son of the late Edward A. and Helen D. (Godinsky) Stanavage. 

Before retiring he was a 47 year employee at the former Bemis as a pressman. 

Joe was also the Candyman and Mr. Softee.

He loved making pierogies and donuts, attending fairs and festivals, talking with people, traveling with his wife especially Disney.

Joe was a member of the Hazle Azalea Fellowship Lodge #327, Scottish Rite Valley of Bloomsburg, and the Hazleton Area JC's.

Preceding him in death in addition to his parents was Brother; Ed.

Surviving are his wife of 41 years the former Eloise Schran. Sons; Joseph and John and his wife Sara. Sister; Pat. Grandchildren; John Jr., Hannah, Weslee, Millie, and Olive. Niece; Lisa Stanavage also survives.

Friends may call on Friday December 12 from 4 to 8pm at the Joseph B. Conahan, 532 North Vine St, Hazleton, PA 18201. 

Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Community Services for Sight 4 Brookhill RD. Sugarloaf PA 18249

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