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Stephen J. Romanecz - Saturday, 5/23/2026
Stephen J. Romanecz, 39, of Wilkes-Barre, and formerly of Avoca, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Wednesday, May 13th. Born in Scranton, he was a son of Paula (Vermack) Regan, Pittston, and Stephen M. Romanecz, Pittston. Steve was a 2005 graduate of Pittston Area High School and attended Luzerne County Community College. Friends affectionately knew him as 'Remo'. He was a member of the former SS. Peter & Paul Parish, Avoca. He was last employed by White's Mechanical, Blakely, as an HVAC engineer and held many certifications and licenses within the industry. If you needed a tool, Steve certainly had it, and three others like it. He also held many roles in the family business, the former Ruane & Regan Funeral Home, Avoca. An avid music lover who listened to various genres, you could always find him with the music up or earbuds in. He enjoyed fishing, outdoor activities, and animals, especially his cat Mama Luna and being a dog-uncle to Murphy and Chipper. He was a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan alongside his father and made it a point to attend the Bloomsburg Fair every year, one of his favorite events He was preceded in death by his step-father, Michael W. Regan; aunts, Connie Laskowski (godmother) and Michalene Vermack, and Carol Latona; uncles, David Vermack and Joseph Latona; step-uncles, James "Thinker" Thomas, Joe Regan, Francis 'Butch' Regan and wife Donna (step-aunt), and Patrick Regan. Steve is survived by his mother, Paula and companion John Mikiewicz; his father Steve, and step-mother Marie McLean Romanecz; a brother, Jeff Romanecz and partner Frank Andrews; two step-sisters Holly Fitch (Andy), Katie McLean; a step-brother Ryan McLean; aunts and uncles, Michael Vermack (Judy), Joseph Vermack, John Vermack, godfather (companion Denise Shields), George Vermack (Helene), Jennifer Menichini, Debbie Jopling Owens, and Charles Laskowski (Jeanie). He is also survived by first cousins, George and Kyle Vermack, Nikki Davis, Ryan Vermack, Abbi and Ashley Menichini, Linda Carlini, and Lisa Ciccaglione; four nieces; several step-aunts and uncles; as well as many extended-family, cousins, and friends. A Blessing Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 23rd at Baloga Funeral Home, 1201 Main St., Pittston (Port Griffith), by Reverend Phillip J. Sladicka. Interment will follow at SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Spring St., Moosic. Friends may call from 9:00 AM until the time of service at the funeral home.
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Condolences
From: Bill and Miriam Esser
Location: Avoca, PA
Date: 2026-05-20
Message:
Paula, we can't begin to express how sorry we are. May God hold you and give you strength.
From: Brian Bankovich
Location: wyoming, PA
Date: 2026-05-20
Message:
Steve and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. May he rest in peace now in a place where there is no more sorrow or pain, just everlasting life! Eternal Memory- Vicnaja Jemu Pamjat'!
From: Frank Koczwara
Location: Greenwood, SC
Date: 2026-05-19
Message:
Dear Paula & Jeff:
Jill and I would our deepest condolences on Stephen's passing. We remember Stephen as a very active boy many years ago. He surprised us many times with his behavior and made us laugh often. Jeff was always there to help his brother. May you all find peace, love and comfort among family and friends during these sad and trying times. May God's grace shine upon you and help you manage your grief and sorrow. May Stephen rest in peace in God's hands and cherish his memory.
We remember fondly when you all visited ud in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. It was a fun time and a wonderful visit.
Jill & Frank Koczwara
Greenwood, SC
From: Dave Kuharchik
Location: Moosic , PA
Date: 2026-05-19
Message:
Thinking of you and your family, Jeff, during this difficult time.
From: Tahnee Colarusso
Location: Pittston, PA
Date: 2026-05-19
Message:
I am deeply heartbroken to hear the news and would like to send my condolences to his family. Sending my thoughts and prayers to you during this time. Steve was always a good friend and would stop to help out a friend without hesitation. I will always keep him close to my heart and never forgot all he has done for me as a friend.
From: Angela LaMas
Location: Carbondale, PA
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
I am so very sorry for your loss. Steve was a good friend of mine. He helped in times of need and I will forever hold him near to my heart.
From: Bill Findley
Location: Hummelstown, PA
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
Jeff - I am very sorry for your family's loss. Please accept my deepest condolences, and let your work family know if there is anything we can do to support you during this difficult time.
From: Bill Findley
Location: Hummelstown, PA
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
Jeff - I am very sorry for your family's loss. Please accept my deepest condolences, and let your work family know if there is anything we can do to support you during this difficult time.
From: LoriAnn Pajalich
Location: Avoca, PA
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
Deepest condolences for this terrible loss. May God bless you all during this difficult time. Prayers, The Gorrick & Pajalich Families
From: Mary lou Fereck
Location: Duryea, PA
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
Paula and family we are so sorry to hear this will. Keep you in our thoughts and prayers .
From: Amy Yesnowski
Location: Nanticoke , PA
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
Paula, Jeff & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. Sending lots of love, thoughts, and prayers to you all and up to heaven. May Stephen rest in peace!
From: Ann Warman
Location: White Haven, PA
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
So sorry for your loss. Please give my condolences to you and Jeff.
From: Tracey & Marc
Location: , NV
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
Heartbreaking. Still in disbelief that our little brother from another mother was taken so suddenly. Sending strength and love to Jeff, Frank, Paula, John, Steve and to all of Stephen's family and friends.
From: Marykay VanLuvenderDineen
Location: Wilkes Barre, PA
Date: 2026-05-18
Message:
Paula, so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to you.
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