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John C. Kissel of Drums, PA, passed away on Tuesday at the Mountain City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on his 78th birthday. Born in Hazleton he was the son of the late John and Julie (Welna) Kissel. John graduated from Hazle Twp. High School and received his associate degree from Kings College. He served in the U.S. Navy and graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. John was a Pennsylvania State Trooper for 25 years before retiring. He was an avid British Car Enthusiast.
Preceding him in death in addition to his parents were his brothers in law; Richard and Donald Wech and Leonard Parnell and George Marankie.
Surviving are his wife Angela (Wech) Kissel, sisters; Barbara Ann Parnell and Geraldine Marankie, sisters in law; Desiree and Ramona Wech. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday February 4th at 10am in the Good Shepherd Church, Drums. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday morning from 9am until the beginning of mass, in the church. Fierro Funeral Service is assisting the family with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers donations to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital at stjude.org
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Lisa Moran
February 2, 2025
Dear Angela, Deepest sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with you and John’s family. Sincerely, Lisa Moran
John Mauro
January 31, 2025
My sincere condolences to Jack's wife and family. Jack and I were together from our 1st day at the academy, where we would drive home together on our weekends off. We then went to Dunmore and served at Honesdale station for 3 yrs. We both transferred to Hazleton, where Jack served at Fern Ridge station, while I served at Hazleton. I last saw Jack at the Laurel Mall 2 yrs ago. I had no idea that he was not well. I am really shocked and surprised by his passing. It is with deep regret that I will be unable to attend his service. I will always cherish Jack's memory and the times we served together.
Barbara Parnell
January 31, 2025
My Dear Brother Jack, So kind to everyone. I will miss him forever. Always willing to help someone in need. I was so fortunate to have a brother! I Love you Jack
Tina Ritzman
January 31, 2025
Dear Angie and family. So sorry. Sending you are deepest sympathy and love. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. We enjoyed our talks with Jackie at Thanksgiving. All our love, Tina and Scott
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