"The Voice of the Frackville Mountaineers"

Salvador "Sal" Joseph Abalo, 69, of Frackville passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 23rd at Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest, Allentown with his family by his side.

Sal was born on August 5, 1956 to the late Frank Abalo of Spain and the late Victoria Ayash Waskas Abalo of Shenandoah PA. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Aurora Waskas Usalis, Marquin “Queenie” Waskas Foose, and Jacqueline “Jackie” Waskas Sendatch. And his brothers George Waskas, Ronald “Ronnie” Waskas and Manuel “Manny” Abalo. He is also preceded in death by many beloved Aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and in-laws.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Carol (Benjamin) Abalo. Together, they built a life centered on love and family. He is also survived by his children: Christopher “Chris” Abalo (Jen Fishburn), Amanda Abalo (Jon Frie) and Carmen Abalo (Jessica Quercia).

Sal was a proud grandfather to Bryce, Kaleb, and Greyson Abalo, Jordanna and Wyatt Frie and Austin Abalo. He was also very proud to be a great grandfather to Paisley Abalo, daughter of Kaleb and Kalli.

He is also survived by his brother Joseph Waskas and his wife Kay of Frackville; his sister, Mary Abalo and his brother, Frank Abalo. Also surviving are numerous nephews, nieces, great nieces, great nephews and extended family members.

Sal attended Mahanoy Area High School. He worked for Sealy Posturepedic, and served as a security guard at Locust Mountain Hospital in Shenandoah Heights, and found his true calling at WRC in Pottsville, PA, where he worked as a dedicated employee and supervisor for 42 years. He truly loved working for WRC and cherished his relationships with co-workers.

Sal found his greatest joy in spending time with his family. He created lasting memories taking his children camping, to the beach where they all truly loved Ocean City, Md., and Chincoteague, Virginia. He loved to crab, fish and grill with his family. He had a deep love for wildlife and animals (pets), especially his English bulldog, Jorja.

Sal was especially proud of all of his grandkids and loved to watch them play in their sporting events, football, softball, basketball and baseball. He was also deeply involved in his community serving as the voice of Frackville Football, as well as president and coach for many, many years. His dedication to youth sports extended to Frackville Little League where he volunteered and umpired for many years.

Sal found great joy in watching and cheering on his favorite sports teams, proudly supporting the Georgia Bulldogs, the Miami Dolphins, and the Las Vegas Raiders. He shared a truly special bond with his beloved wife, Carol. The two were united in marriage on August 19, 1978, and later renewed their vows on August 13, 1993, reaffirming a lifetime of love and devotion to one another. Together, they cherished their quiet getaways, especially when celebrating birthdays and anniversaries.

Sal will be remembered as a hardworking and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He will be greatly missed, never forgotten, and forever loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Friends and relatives are invited to Sal's viewing and celebration of life service on Friday, May 1st from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, 501 West Washington Street, Frackville. The family requests in Sal's memory to wear your favorite sports team or Frackville Mountaineer apparel.

Sign the guest book, leave personal condolences, and for further information, please visit www.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com. 

Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.