Mary L Pacocha

Mary L. Pacocha, 88, formerly of Shamokin, died peacefully on Monday, December 28, 2015 at Masonic Village of Elizabethtown. Born in Shamokin, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Fott Hemerka. Mary was the wife of the late Albert J. Pacocha who died in August of 2003. A seamstress, Mary worked for the former Shroyer’s Dress Factory and graduated from Shamokin High School. She was a faithful member of Mother of Cabrini Catholic Church, Shamokin. Mary loved to cook for her family; she enjoyed cards, puzzles, shopping, and excursions that included eating out.

Surviving is a daughter, Nanette wife of John Slater of Elizabethtown, a son, Jeffrey Pacocha of Shamokin, three grandchildren: Jason, Jennifer, Deanna, four great grandchildren: Hunter, Sophie, Khloe, Declan, and a sister, Elaine Bressi of Kulpmont.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at Mother Cabrini Catholic Church, 214 North Shamokin Street; Shamokin, on Monday, January 4, 2016 at 10:00 AM with a Franciscan Friar officiating. Interment will be in All Saints Cemetery, Elysburg.

Those desiring may send contributions in Mary’s memory to Mother Cabrini Catholic Church, 214 North Shamokin Street, Shamokin, PA 17872.