James Peter Sisko, age 79, of Bethlehem, formerly of Pottsville passed away Monday, November 30th, 2020 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest in Allentown.
Born in Pottsville, PA on June 3, 1941, he was the son of the late Peter and Veronica (Barnes) Sisko.
Jim was a graduate of Pottsville High School, He served in the U.S. Navy and he worked as a crane operator and combo mill operator at Bethlehem Steel for 45 years until retiring.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Judy A. (Young) Sisko on December 20, 2009.
Jim is survived by two sons: James M. Sisko and his fiancé Lisa Eisenhower, Hellertown and Steven N. Sisko and his wife Tracy, Walnutport; two granddaughters: Karissa and Jenna; two brothers: Earl Sisko and William Sisko, both of Pottsville; two sisters: Theresa; and Joanie; and nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service with Military Honors will be held at St. Stephen’s Cemetery in Port Carbon at 12noon on Saturday, December 12th, with Deacon Jack Quirk officiating.
There will be no procession from the Funeral Home to the cemetery.
The Robert A Evans Jr Funeral Home in Port Carbon is in charge of arrangements. Please send condolences to www.robertaevansjrfh.com.
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Bernard Barkouskie
December 3, 2020 at 7:13 pm
We are sorry for your loss of your father. Our friend will be missed.Our deepest sympathy
Bernie and Martha Barkouskie