Denise A. Pietruszkiewicz
OBITUARY
Denise A. Pietruszkiewicz, 69, of Throop, passed away peacefully on January 20th, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Michael M. Pietruszkiewicz.
Born in Scranton on May 15, 1956, to Constance Marushock, Throop, and the late George Marushock. Denise was a devoted Catholic, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. She was a 1974 graduate of Mid Valley High School and retired from W.W. Norton & Company, Dunmore.
Denise enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends. She was well-known for her exceptional cooking and baking skills, being the biggest cheerleader at family sporting events, and a loyal friend and mentor. She lived her life dedicated to being there for everyone, no matter what. She truly was the epitome of selflessness.
Also surviving are two daughters, Amy and Michele Pietruszkiewicz; grandchildren, Cori Michele, Sean Michael, Joseph, and Nathan, all of whom she adored and were her world. Along with brothers, George and Chad Marushock, sister, Patrice Scarlata, several in-laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, George E. Marushock, brother, Edward H. Marushock; and brother-in-law Joseph Pietruszkiewicz.
Friends may call on Friday, January 30th, from 4 pm to 7 pm at Frank T Mazur Funeral Home Inc., 601 Dundaff St., Dickson City.
A Christian Mass will be held on Saturday, January 31st, beginning at 9 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 801 Taylor Ave, Scranton. Anyone attending Mass is asked to go directly to the church. To leave an online condolence visit the funeral home website.
Denise A. Pietruszkiewicz
January 20, 2026