Elizabeth Theresa Paulukonis, 75, of Mahanoy City, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at St. Luke’s Miners Campus.

Born May 5, 1951, in Shenandoah, Elizabeth was the daughter of the late  Edward and Elizabeth (Yeager) Sluzis.

She worked as a custodian for the Mahanoy Area School District for many years.

Elizabeth was married for 54 years to her husband, Jerome Eugene Paulukonis.

She enjoyed crocheting and, above all, treasured the time she spent with her large and loving family.

In addition to her husband, Jerome, Elizabeth is survived by her children: Jerome and his wife, Lora, of Bear Creek, Plains Township; Eric Paulukonis of Philadelphia; Shawn and his wife, Renee, of Beaver Meadows; Elizabeth Ann Paulukonis of Barnesville; Jennifer and her husband, Jon Yemm, of Mahanoy City; Teresa and her husband, Danny Lynch, of Barnesville; Jessica and her wife, Kathy, of Collegeville; and Michelle and her husband, Justin Gerlott, of Pottsville. She is also survived by her brother, Ed, and his wife, Helen Sluzis, of Maria; 14 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Elizabeth will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Her love for her family and the memories they shared will remain a lasting part of her legacy.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Online registry and condolences at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com