Thomas P. Gaska, 72, of Lancaster passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Conestoga View Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was the beloved husband of Carol A. McCoy Gaska with whom he shared over 37 years of marriage. Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late Francis and Edith Gaska.
Following high school Thomas honorably served in The United States Army and went on to pursue a career as a professional welder with the former Bruce Lake Company of Coatesville.
He loved watching NASCAR and his Philadelphia Eagles!!!
Thomas is survived, in addition to his wife, by two step daughters; Sherry Keck and husband Steve of Parkesburg, Lisa Baker Brady of Delaware. A grandson who he raised as his own Thomas A. Brady and his wife Dana. Additionally he is survived by sister; Tonya Gaska Lilly of Fleetwood, PA, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his grandson Steven Keck.
A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the Coatesville VA All Faith Chapel, Building 72, 1400 Blackhorse Road, Coatesville, PA 19320 with visitation from 10:00 - 11:00 AM.
Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be made at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
We were saddened to hear that
We were saddened to hear that Tom passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Mick and Beth Arnold
Sympathy
We would like to offer sincere sympathy to Carol Gaska and Tom Gaska’s relatives. Thank you, Tom, for your military service. Kerry and Marsha Watson, co-worker at the Coatesville Administration Medical Center.