Obituary of Robert Sobeck

Robert L. Sobeck, 83, of Luzerne passed away on Sunday at home. Born in Luzerne, he was a son of George S. Sobeck Sr., and Elizabeth K. Robertine Sobeck. A graduate of Luzerne High School, Bob owned and operated the Gulf gas station on Union St. in Luzerne and then the Chevron gas station on Bennett St. until his retirement. Bob was a devote Catholic and was a faithful member of Holy Family Parish where he served as a Eucharistic minister. Before his health failed he devoted many hours to his church and also to the Knights of Columbus in several capacities. These included volunteering at bingo gatherings and performing as a singing Knight and a clown. He was known as "Uncle Bob" to all who knew him. He was a fourth degree member of Our Lady of Czestochowa Knight of Columbus, Luzerne and also the Luzerne Lions Club. Along with his parents, he is predeceased by his brother, George S. Sobeck, Jr. He is survived by his sister, Susan Sucy of Vienna, VA; nephews, John (Barbara) Sobeck of Wyoming, George (Geraldine) Sobeck III of Tunkhannock, Robert Atkinson (Debbie) of Fairfax, VA, and Mark Sucy of MD; nieces, Suellen (Tom) Kravulski of Hanover Twp., and Karen Sucy of Vienna, VA; and his special friend, Bernadine Sherbenco, Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday 6-8pm. Funeral services will be at 9:30am Thursday at Betz-Jastremski Funeral Home, 568 Bennett St., Luzerne with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am at Holy Family Parish. Interment will be at St. John Nepomucene in Courtdale. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Holy Family Parish, Bennett St., Luzerne, PA 18709 or a charity of one's choice. To light a virtual candle or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.betzjastremski.com