May 7, 1917 to January 6, 1987

Edward J. Timins Sr., (Timinskas - Thomesky), 2108 Jackson St, died unexpectedly Tuesday shortly after admittance to Moses Taylor Hospital at the age of 69. His widow is the former Mary L. Lakauskas, R.N. He was born May 7, 1917 in Scranton, the son of Anthony and Julia Bubalus Timinskas. He was educated in Scranton schools and was a graduate of Scranton Tech HS class of 1935. Following graduation, he attended St. Thomas College and Cornell University, studying science and pre-med. Edward served his country in the United States Navy during World War II, as a Chief Petty Officer and Navy Combat Medic, receiving an honorable discharge. Following the war, he took a chemist position at Publicker's Lab in Philadelphia. During this period he met and married Mary on June 4, 1949. They returned to Scranton where he became employed as a supervisor of the water treatment plant at Clarks Summit State Hospital until his retirement in 1982. Edward was a member of St. Ann's Monastery Church, the National Railway Historical Society, and the William Malia Chapter, Disabled American Veterans. He was very proud of his Lithuanian heritage and spoke the language fluently. A classical music enthusiast, he enjoyed Scranton's Community Concerts and the Broadway Theater League. The trips to Europe were treasured memories. He was preceded in death by a brother, Anthony. To him, family was everything and always cherished the time spent with them. Edward will lovingly be remembered by his devoted wife, Mary, and daughter, Bonita. He will be missed by son, Edward and Allan; brothers, August and Peter; many nieces and nephews; and numerous extended family and friends. A funeral Mass will be held Thursday from the Thomas J Hughes Funeral Home, 1240 St Ann St, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am in St. Ann's Monastery Church. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery. Private viewing for family members only.

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