\t\t\tLorraine Braz Yudiskas \t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\tOBITUARY\t\t<\/p>\n
Lorraine Braz Yudiskas went home to be with the Lord July 5, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Victor W. Yudiskas in 1976. Lorraine was born March 2,1931 in North Scranton, PA.<\/p>\n
\nLorraine was a fierce proponent of education and higher learning. Lorraine has the distinction of being the oldest graduate of Marywood University. She completed her B.A. in English in 2010 at age 79. Her thirst for self-improvement and education did not stop. She went on to complete her master\u2019s degree in Gerontology and then became interested in studying Social Work. Amazingly, she graduated Cum Laude with a master\u2019s degree in social work at age 88. She would use her own experience to inspire others to pursue their dreams. She wanted to impress upon others that there are no age limits on education, and anything is possible no matter what your age.<\/p>\n
\nShe had a long and celebrated working life, with her last career engagement as a budget analyst for the U.S. Attorney\u2019s Office. She spoke with pride about her contribution to the justice system and her service to the people of the US. Lorraine volunteered at many organizations throughout her lifetime, she believed in doing her part to make the world a better place. She volunteered at many places including the Association for the Blind, the Women\u2019s Resource Center, Breadbasket NEPA, Holy Family, tutoring international students and receive the Jefferson Award for her contributions to the betterment of her fellow citizen.<\/p>\n
\nShe was, first and foremost, a woman that loved and was devoted to her family. She has a son, Victor Jay Yudiskas daughter-in-law Lori in Falls, Pa. She also has a daughter Lisa and son-in-law, Dr. David Conley, M.D., living in Lancaster, Ohio. Lorraine\u2019s grandchildren are Ryan Conley of Wheelersburg, Ohio, Megan Conley of Columbus, Ohio, Mack Conley of Washington, D.C., Duane Weaver Jr. of Falls, Pa., Wayne Weaver of Centermoreland, Pa., and a great-grandson Wyatt Weaver of Falls, PA.<\/p>\n
\nShe is missed and loved so very much. Final arrangements are private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the A.S.P.C.A.<\/p>\n
\nLorraine Braz Yudiskas<\/p>\n
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