Obituaries

Thomas Justin “T.J.” Talarico, 21, of Clifton Twp., and formerly of Old Forge, died Saturday morning from injuries sustained in a car accident.
Born May 30, 1999 in Scranton, he was the son of Sheri Marie Talarico and Stepdad, Damon Bernardini, Clifton Township. Educated in North Pocono Schools, he was currently employed as a roofer with Eastern Roofing, Jessup and BNT Movers, Covington Twp.
T.J. enjoyed keeping busy by working on cars with his friends. His pride and joy was his Chevy Cobalt SS, his baby. T.J. loved music and playing the guitar. Taken way too soon, he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Also surviving are: siblings, Keirsten Talarico-Baker, and Matthew; Cassie Talarico.; Ciera McGraw-Greenly, and Matthew; Alex, Jeremy, and Aaron McGraw; step-sister, Danika Bernardini;grandparents, James Talarico, Sr.; Catherine Jackson and Scott, also his godfather; Step Grandmother, Maryann Bernardini; Great Grandmother, Gayle Jackson; Uncles, Carl Talarico and Claudia; Nick Talarico and Jessie; James Talarico, Jr.; Richard and Tim Kearney; God mother, Ceara Demilio; Nieces and nephews, Hunter, Brielle, Mila, Chance, Hope, Grayson, and Nova; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
T.J. was reunited with his cousins, Paige Talarico, David Dando, Lisa Lockatelli; Uncle, Billy Talarico; Great Grandparents, Paul and Marie Fueller; Joseph and Barbara Talarico; Thomas Jackson; and best friend, Anthony “Lil Tony” Bader, Jr., who preceded him in death.
An outdoor Celebration of T.J.’s Life will be held Saturday, September 26, at 11 AM on the grounds of St. Mark’s Church, 1052 Bear Lake Road, Thornhurst Township.
Relatives and friends may gather from 10 AM until the time of the service at the church grounds.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., Old Forge. For additional information or to leave an online condolence please visit the funeral home website.