Francis E. Slivka

Francis E. Slivka, 63, of Jim Thorpe, entered into eternal rest Thursday, January 25, 2018 in his residence in the Lansford Midrise. He was the husband of the late Lucinda A. (Couch) Slivka who passed away December 23, 2004. Born in Palmerton, he was a son of the late Michael and Martha (Hotsko) Slivka. He was employed in the maintenance department of Walmart in Lehighton until retiring. He was of the Orthodox Faith. Francis was a member of Jim Thorpe Sportsmen’s Club and a member of the Mauch Chuck Rod and Gun Club. He was also an avid Hunter and Fisherman, liked watching Nascar and in his spare time loved doing woodworking.

Surviving are a brother Michael J. Slivka Sr. and his companion Sharon Poplawski of Bath; nieces Christina Marie Shivok and her husband Daniel, Jennifer Lee McDonald and her husband Scott, and Melissa Lyn and her husband Evan; a nephew Michael J. Slivka Jr. and his wife Christina; and several great nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by a sister Diane Slivka and an infant brother Stephen

A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. in the Joseph S. Blazosky Funeral Home, 81 E. Catawissa St., Nesquehoning with Rev. Robert Teklinski officiating. Interment will be held in St. John Russian Cemetery, Nesquehoning. Call 10-11:00 A.M. in the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers, donation will be accepted in his name to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 15829, Arlington VA, 22215. Online condolences at www.blazoskyfh.com.

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