Joan M. Yourkavitch

Joan M. Yourkavitch, 82, passed away Tuesday, April 7th, at Rosewood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Joan was born in Pottsville on March 7, 1944, a daughter of the late Maybelle (Russell) and Howard Dinger.

She was the widow of Martin F. Yourkavitch.

Joan was of the Lutheran Faith, enjoyed crocheting and time with her grandchildren and great-grandson.

Joan is survived by three daughters: Angela Sablich (Steven), Kimberly Staller (Theodore), and Kathleen Towne (Jay).

She is also survived by grandchildren: Stephen Staller, Caitlin Sablich, Yvonne Romagnolo (Rob), Alexis Palerino (Zach), Brianna Towne, great-grandson Luke Palerino and a sister Gail Dougherty.

In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her siblings: Daniel Dinger, Howard Dinger Jr., Dianna Phillips, Rosemary Rumble and her beloved cat Mimi.

A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, April 10th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc. in Schuylkill Haven, with Rev. Jim Fidler officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park in Schuylkill Haven.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901.

Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with arrangements.