Harold Chesniak, 88, of Hackettstown, NJ, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 in Old Forge, Pa. Born January 8, 1933, Harold was the son of the late Luke & Martha Kopestansky Chesniak. Harold grew up in Old Forge, Pa. and in addition to his parents, he is predeceased by 5 siblings.
Harold and his late wife, Patricia Mlinarsky Chesniak moved to Hackettstown, NJ in 1961. He was employed as a lineman by J.C.P.L and retired many years ago. After his retirement, Harold worked for Hoff’s Automotive of Hackettstown and later was employed as a currier for the Hackettstown Board of Education. Harold also gave his time to Hackettstown High School athletics as a scorekeeper for many different sports. He was a proud Army Veteran and served during the Korean War. Harold and his family enjoyed their yearly vacations to Seaside Park, NJ.
Harold is survived by his son Luke and his wife Tina Chesniak of Old Forge, Pa. Two grandchildren, Luke (Erica) Chesniak & Christopher (Charli) Chesniak and two beloved great grandchildren, Marli & Maci Chesniak. Lastly, he is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Friends and family are invited to a 9:00 am Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the Holy Trinity Church, 120 Dover-Chester Rd., Randolph, NJ, 07869. Interment will take place on Monday, December 20, 2021 at the St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cemetery, Old Forge, Pa at 11:30am. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Hackettstown High School Athletic Department, Warren Street, Hackettstown, NJ. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.cochranfuneral.com. The Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ, 07840 is in charge of the funeral arrangements.
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Peg Sheldon Russack says
December 15, 2021 at 6:39 pmDear Luke, Tina and family, we are so sorry to hear this sad news. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug and Peg Sheldon Russack
Roy Huchel says
December 16, 2021 at 12:18 amHarold was a fixture at the high school, an icon whose smile and sense of humor embodied all that was good there. Always willing to help staff, students and the greater high school community he was a bright light that will be sorely missed by all that were blessed to know him. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Luke M. Chesniak says
December 20, 2021 at 9:24 pmRoy,
Thank you so much for your kind words. My grandfather will be greatly missed.
Michael Gundersdorf says
December 16, 2021 at 3:08 amTo the Chesniak family,
My condolences to you all as you deal with these challenging times. Harold was a gentleman and one of the kindest men I know. My interactions with him always left me with a laugh and smile. He will be missed. Rest easy Harold.
David Heidenberg says
December 17, 2021 at 2:00 amLuke and Tina,
My heartfelt condolences to your entire family. Your Dad was a father figure to the entire 4th Street gang and helped shape all our lives. I fondly remember his positive outlook and encouragement and certain his memory will be treasured forever by your sons and their children.
Never easy my friend but your parents are together forever. I hope your fond memories ease your burden.
Marty and Judy O'Hora says
December 17, 2021 at 10:58 amLuke,sorry to hear about your dad.Great guy and just a great role model.Hope he and your mom are now having a great time.
Kara Martin says
December 17, 2021 at 11:57 amLuke, Erica., and family
. Our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Luke M. Chesniak says
December 20, 2021 at 9:29 pmThanks, Kara.
Lisa LaCaruba says
December 17, 2021 at 10:13 pmLuke and Erica,
Wishing you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Although I never met your grandfather, I felt as if I did by the wonderful stories Erica sometimes shared with me. His obituary tells of a full and wonderful life.
Luke M. Chesniak says
December 20, 2021 at 9:25 pmThanks, Lisa.
Charles Dominick says
December 18, 2021 at 3:57 pmTo the Chesniak family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am a student volunteer in the Scranton PA area that had the privilege of visiting Harold weekly for the past 3 months. He always had a smile on his face when I visited and regularly told me stories about his children and grand children. It was very evident he loved his family very much.
My condolences
Luke M. Chesniak says
December 20, 2021 at 9:28 pmThanks, Charles. He will be missed. Thanks for visiting with him.
Barbara (Farbanish) Timpani says
December 19, 2021 at 11:47 pmDear Chesniak Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting +Harold and +Patricia through my father +Basil at Holy Trinity in Randolph. Even though our encounters were brief I thought they were very lovely people. I’m glad they were friends and had the Old Forge connection. The next time I visit the cemetery to pray for my grandparents and other family members I will be sure to pray for them. If you have prayer cards I’d like to have one. Please let me know if this is possible. Memory Eternal!
Debbie Cullen says
December 21, 2021 at 11:31 amDear Luke and family,
Not sure when I met Harold, I remember him at the HS during games while my children were growing up and I worked at Hackettstown Hospital. I always enjoyed talking with him whenever I would see him.
Cherish your memories of a wonderful man.
Karen Arnold says
January 2, 2022 at 7:53 pmDear Chesniak family, So sorry to hear about Huck’s passing. I knew him for many years, initially through Dan and Rose Doherty. I also worked in Hackettstown school district seeing him often. Huck was so much fun always exuding a positive attitude . He spoke often about his family. Such a terrific man. Karen Arnold
Jamie Naughright says
May 24, 2022 at 1:03 amDear Luke, My apologies for just finding out about the passing of your father. My favorite moment of your father was when he attended the Lady Vols Basketball Game at Rutgers with my father, mother, and a great gang from Htown. Coach Pat Head S went up at half time and brought the crew hotdogs. My second favorite moment was when your father hosted my 1986 graduation party. My third moment was when your father hosted by 16th birthday party. Wishing you and your family the best. RIH
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