Skook News Obituaries: March 7th, 2026
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Born in St. Clair, he was a son of the late George Shimko Sr. and Helen Kurtz Shimko. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Anne Marie Wise.
George was a graduate of Pottsville Area High School. Following graduation, he began a career in sales with Sears, where he remained a dedicated employee for 40 years until his retirement. He was a devout and active member of St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Frackville, where he belonged to the Holy Name Society and was well known as one of the church’s pierogi makers for many events and fundraisers.
George proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1961 until 1963. He was also a member of the Frackville Elks B.P.O.E. No. 1533.
An avid fisherman, George enjoyed spending time out on the water. He had a great love for animals and especially enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels around his home. He coached football for the Frackville Mountaineers, supporting his sons as they progressed through the program. Above all, he cherished time with his family and especially enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s activities and sporting events.
George is survived by his loving wife, Ann Jean Shimko of Frackville; three sons, George Shimko III and his wife, Donna, of Frackville; Joe Shimko and his wife, Kim, of Tamaqua; and Stephen Shimko and his wife, Lori, of Frackville. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Devan, Monika, Melanie, Hunter, Hannah, Joshua, and George, and a great-granddaughter, Lydia.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, March 12th, at 10 a.m. from St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, Frackville, with Rev. Petro Zvarych, pastor, as the celebrant. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing on Thursday morning from 8 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. at the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, 501 W. Washington Street, Frackville. A Panachida service will be held at the funeral home at 9 a.m.
Interment with military honors will follow at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery in the Englewood section of Frackville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made, in George's name, to St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church using the rectory address at 243 S. Middle Street, Frackville, PA 17931.
Sign the guestbook, leave personal condolences, and for further information, please visitwww.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com.
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., Frackville, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Born on November 4, 1947 he was a son of the late Malcolm and Alice Hutton Pominville.
He was a 1966 graduate of Pine Grove Area High School. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served for 28 years. During his time in the military, he received the Meritorious Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Air Force and Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/ 4 service stars, and various other awards..
After returning from the Vienam War, he continued pursuing his military and civilian education aspirations. He received his B.S. Degree and Master's Degree at Penn State University in 1974. In 1976, he attended 14 months of Officer Candidate School and achieved the rank of First Lieutenant. In 1990, he obtained his Principal Certificate from Lehigh University.
He was a teacher for 22 years, having taught at the Schuylkill Intermediate Vo-Tech, Lehigh Vocational Institute and Blue Mountain High School. He also used his military teaching, having taught ROTC students at the University of Wilmington, NC and University of Lehigh. Lastly, he was an Assistant Principal at the Palmyra High School and Blue Mountain High School.
Gary was a member of the Pine Grove VFW, Wounded Warriors, and USAA.
Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, was a sister, Pearl Pominville,
Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Elaine (Brown) Pominville; one son, Gary Jr. and wife Natalie Pominville; two grandsons, Gary Pominville, III and Zachary Pominville; two brothers, Abraham Pominville of Nevada, Warren Pominville of Schuylkill Haven; one sister, Bernadette and husband Leonard Moyer of Schuylkill Haven; one niece, nephews and cousins.
Per Gary's wishes, there will be no services and he wanted everyone to remember him in their own way. Interment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to Parkinson and MS Foundations.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements
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