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Kirsha L. McCracken - Sunday, 1/18/2026
Kirsha L. McCracken, 56, of West Pittston, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, after a brief illness. Born in Sacramento, California, she was a daughter of the late Jayne McCracken. Kirsha was educated in California and later received her esthetician license. She was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Edenbrook Second Avenue, Kingston. Kirsha loved the beauty of the ocean and enjoyed many trips with her family. She received great joy in doing DIY projects, making wreaths and crafts. She was also a very talented painter. Kirsha was a very loving and devoted caregiver to her brother, Christophor. Her memory will live on forever in the lives she touched and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her daughter, M'lynn McCracken; sister, Dina McCracken; brother, Christophor McCracken; nephew, Daniel Vaughan and wife, Dragana; niece, Jessica Mclaurin and husband, Andrew; nephew, Jordan Mclaurin; several great nieces and great nephews. A Celebration of Kirsha's life will be held on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 12:00PM to 2:00 P.M. at Baloga Funeral Home, Inc. 1201 Main Street, Pittston (Port Griffith). For directions or to send an online condolence, please visit www.balogafuneralhome.com.
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From: Tabitha Torres
Location: OldForge , PA
Date: 2026-01-18
Message: Kirsha sweet Angel it's been such a blessing to have had the honor to know you! What a beautiful person such a kindhearted soul always smiling always having positive energy. Such a hard worker despite anything that was going on in your life. You showed up regardless with a smile on your face and positive attitude always. Your family meant everything to you and it spoke through the beautiful stories you shared about your daughter your sister and brother who you cared for. I could never erase the image of the smile on your face when you spoke of them. You will be greatly missed and the memories of those stories will continue to live in my heart forever. May God Bless your family and shelter them with love strength and peace throughout this time together. God Bless
From: LeAnn Schroeder
Location: Fair Oaks, CA
Date: 2026-01-17
Message: In Loving Memory of Kirsha
Our sweet Kirsha, I am still in shock that you are no longer with us. We first met when you were around sixteen, through your brother Chris my dear friend and from that moment on, our families became intertwined.
Life was not always easy for you, but you never let that change who you were. You stayed true to yourself always. You were one of the most genuine, hardworking, kindhearted, selfless, and joyful souls I have ever known.
Anyone who met you was immediately drawn to your infectious smile, your giggle, and your radiant spirit. I cherish the many memories we shared our time together in California, singing, dancing, ganging up on your brother, getting kicked out of the Phil Collins concert and so many more memories. My visits to Pennsylvania, and our travels to Canada and Niagara Falls. It has truly been an honor to call you my friend and to have stayed connected for so many years. I will miss talking to you.
During your far-too-short time on this earth, you accomplished so much and touched countless hearts, leaving beautiful marks that will never fade. Your unwavering love for the Lord shone brightly in everything you did you truly radiated His light whenever you shared His word.
Thank you, my dear friend, for teaching us all about unconditional love, forgiveness, and steadfast faith. Well, done faithful servant. I take comfort in knowing that I will see you again in paradise someday and knowing you're with your mom.
To your family I am so sorry for your loss: Kirsha, you raised such an amazing and beautiful daughter! Mlynn your momma was so incredibly proud of the person you have grown into. She will always be with you, watching over you. To your sister Dina and brother Chris, whom I know you adored with all your heart you both taught her so much about love, loyalty, and family. And to your nieces and nephews, who looked up to you in so many ways: she loved each of you so deeply and was so proud of you all.
You will be missed dearly, my friend. Rest easy, beautiful.
Sending my love, prayers, and hugs to you all.
Love you,
LeAnn Schroeder
Fair Oaks, CA
From: Shakifah Williams
Location: Swoyersville, PA
Date: 2026-01-13
Message: Kirsha you were truly one of a kind a respectful, spiritual, hardworking, and always able to bring laughter into any room. I'm so grateful to have known you, first as a coworker and then as a friend. Your spirit and humor will never be forgotten. Rest peacefully. I send my condolences to your daughter and family may you watch over them as it was time to gain your wings love Shakifah
From: Robert Johnson
Location: Sacramento, CA
Date: 2026-01-10
Message: Absolutely heartbreaking. I was very good friends with Kirsha way back in the day. Hearing about this is a real shock. I will certainly miss and always remember you. Words fail me. You were amazing. RIP, Kirsha
From: Michael LaMorte
Location: Scranton, PA
Date: 2026-01-08
Message: We are so sorry for your loss.
From: Tabitha Torres
Location: Old forge , PA
Date: 2026-01-08
Message: Kirsha was an amazing person! She was such a beautiful soul such a hard worker. I remember her busting her butt at work everyday. She never took a break or lunch she would just work straight through her 8 hrs. Bending over backwards always putting herself last. I remember always telling her take care of yourself and don't let people take advantage of you. She was so sweet so kind and such a good person. I'm so grateful I had the privilege to have known her and to be able to share conversations with her daily at work. She took such pride in her family she has always spoken so highly of her family especially her daughter and brother that she cared for. I'm so saddened to hear of her passing and pray that her family will find comfort and peace in this difficult time and that God bless them all with the strength to overcome this grief that they have endured. She will always be remembered and forever be missed. God Bless her soul and her family
From: Cindy
Location: Folsom, , CA
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: She loves her family, especially her daughter. I feel so bad. It's that she had a great relationship with god, and she's looking down on us. Kirsha I love you
From: JoAnn Mitchell
Location: Madison Twp, PA
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: My heart is broken. Kirsha was a beautiful person. She was a part of our lives for many years, as she once dated my son, David Mitchell. We have kept in touch through the years. David Jr. passed back in 2005 and Kirsha never forgot him. My Prayers are with M'Lynn and her family during this time. She will be deeply missed. RIP
From: Beth Kemp
Location: Albany, OR
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: What devastating news. Kirsha was such a loving person and so devoted to her family. My heart goes out to all her family. She was so loved and will be so missed. Love, Beth
From: Laura Horsley -Breton
Location: Roseville , CA
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: Peace be with you beautiful soul.
From: Laura Deniz
Location: Madera, CA
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: Devastating news...loved this little girl! My heart goes out to the family...
From: Ernie Laskosky
Location: Roaring Brook Twp, PA
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: Kirsha was a very special person, she showed such compassion when taking care of my mother-in-law at Green Ridge Care Center. She was always so upbeat and friendly and caring. My thoughts and prayers to her family.
From: George Schroeder
Location: Carmichael, CA
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: My condolences go out to her family. She's at peace now.
From: MAUREEN and DAN Hite
Location: Hollidaysburg, PA
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: I am so sorry for the loss of your sister/Aunt I cannot imagine how hard this is for you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers! May God Bless all of you.
From: Towana Wiggins
Location: Wilkes Barre , PA
Date: 2026-01-07
Message: She's a very special person who cares for everyone and and loves her family deeply it was so heart breaking to hear this. She always made sure everyone was ok and never complained about what was being thrown at her. I'm gonna really miss her. I'm gonna keep her forever in my prayers.
From: Stephanie Yarros Smith
Location: Scranton , PA
Date: 2026-01-06
Message: My heart is broken for you all, I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss.
From: Lhykanda Porchea
Location: Kingston, PA
Date: 2026-01-06
Message: You will always be loved and missed
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