Richard A. Pencek

Richard A. Pencek, 78, of Scranton, passed away Monday, October 12th at Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadephia.

He was the husband of Sharon Swiderski Pencek.

Born on April 29, 1942 he was the son of the late Ferdinand F. and Romayne (Shafer) Pencek.  Richard served his country with the Army Reserves.  He enjoyed cars, his time in his garden, fishing, and many trips to Atlantic City with his wife.  Richard worked for Trane for 35 years, becoming supervisor and later working at Leventhal & Sons for 15 years.

In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by sons Richard, Steven, and Gregg; brother Fred; and several grandchildren.

A funeral will be held on Friday at 7 p.m. at the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 418 South State Street, Clarks Summit. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111.