Marguerite Lukaszewski

Marguerite Lukaszewski, of Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center, formerly of New Holland, passed away on October 27, 2010. Born in Schickshinny, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Frank & Bertha (Miller) Hook. She worked for many years at the former Duplan Silk Mill in Berwick, and later as an examiner for the former Frank Ix & Sons Silk Mill in New Holland. She was a volunteer worker for the Arthritis and Heart Foundations. Her Husband John of 73 years, passed away in 2008; and their daughter Carol Pettit passed away in 1989. Also preceding her in death were three brothers: George, Keith & William Hook, and four Sisters: Verda Nesbitt, Mabel Dobson, Merle Rhinehamer and Florence McGraw. She was a member and very devout Christian of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, New Holland, Pa. Marguerite was a loving daughter, sister and a wonderful Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother and a loyal, respected friend to all. She was beautiful, intelligent, caring, and a woman of great integrity, strength and conviction. She enjoyed going out to eat, working crossword puzzles, watching quiz shows and loved visiting family and friends. Surviving is a daughter, Joan A, married to James Riale of New Holland, 3 grandchildren: Mark Pettit of Camarillo, Ca, David Pettit of Shavertown, Pa, and Matthew Pettit of Lenhartsville, Pa. She is also survived by 6 great-grandchildren. A mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, Nov 2 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 150 Water St, New Holland with the Reverend John Schmalhofer as celebrant. Interment will be at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. A viewing will be held Monday Nov. 1st at the Beck Funeral Home, 315 E. Main St., New Holland from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., with the rosary recited at 8:00 p.m. The family will also receive family and friends from 10:00 to 11:00 Tuesday at the Church. To send the family condolences visit us at www.BeckFuneral.com. Arrangements by Beck Funeral Home, New Holland.