Obituary of Theodore W. Glusko

Theodore "Ted" W. Glusko, 70, Seward, went to be with the Lord early Sunday morning, February 3, 2013, at his home with his loving wife by his side. Born October 11, 1942, in Johnstown, son of the late John and Jean (Wudyka) Glusko; in addition to his parents, he was preceded in dath by sister, Theresa "Jean" (Glusko) Chavez; two brothers, John and George Glusko; and father-in-law Otto Geyer. Prior to his retirement in 2002, Mr. Glusko was employed with the Department of Labor's Mine Safety Health Administration as a Supervisor and Federal Mine Inspector for 32 years. He was compassionate about his work and ensuring the safety of the miners. He served on the National Mine Rescue Team for 16 years. Ted's love of wife and family, strong work ethic, perseverance and desire to achieve in sports and life has left a lasting legacy that can be seen in his children and grandchildren. He loved watching his grandchildren participate in their sports and extracurricular activities as well as fishing, hunting, golfing, bowling, cooking, and gardening. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Norma (Kells); son, Theodore E. Glusko and wife Agatha (Gregory), State College; daughters, Tracy Hall and husband Paul, Seward; and Kimberly Pfeil and husband Edward, Robinson; his six grandchildren, Katie and Timothy Glusko; Brittany and Patrick Hall; and Megan and Zachary Pfeil; mother-in-law Kathryn Geyer, Seward and brother Thomas and wife Carol, Seward; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr. Maharajh, Nursing Staff on 10 Rose, Connie Rager, Jessica Mack, Beverly Kegley, and Sonia Abrams. Friends and family will gather 3-8 PM Wednesday at Richard C. Stuart Funeral Home, 392 E. Philadelphia St., Armagh and 10 till time of service 11 am Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, 6810 Rt. 22, New Florence. Rev. Hans-Peter Helmers officiating. Internment Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donation may be made to Dorothy Day Center, PO Box 600, 104 Evergreen Drive, Loretto, PA 15940.