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Sarah L. Adams (Frey) |
Sarah L. "Sally" Adams Frey Educator and poet enjoyed
flower arranging
Sarah L. "Sally" Frey, 71 of Berwick died Monday, September 19, 2022 at
her home.
Born October 14, 1950, in Danville, she was the daughter of the late Otis
and Sara (Ermish) Adams.
A graduate of Berwick High School's Class of 1968, she went on the
Bloomsburg University, where she earned her B.S. and her M.Ed. in
elementarty education.
Mrs. Frey was employed as a teacher at Central Virginia Training Center.
She was a member of Good Shephard Lutheran Church, Berwick.
Sarah enjoyed flower arranging and wreath-making, and was also a gifted
poet. She loved her dogs.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Frey.
Surviving are her aunt, Mrs. Gloria Ermish; her cousin, Dr. Susan Ermish,
and her husband Todd Gunther, and their children, Elizabeth and C.J.; her
friends, Elaine Avery, Sarah Sherwood, and Alainya Sherwood.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 10 a.m.
at Roselawn Cemetery, West Front Street, Berwick, with the Rev. Tryo
Spencer, her pastor, officiating.
Donations can be made to Good Shephard Lutheran Church, 1600 Fowler Ave.,
Berwick, PA 18603.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Mayo Funeral Home Inc.,
Berwick.
For additional information or to send online condolences, please visit
www.mayofh.com
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Darlene Arner Naus
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Darlene Arner Naus March 22, 2001
Darlene's daughter found our website and gave us this information.
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Donna Beck (Monroe) |
Donna Rae (Beck) Monroe
Excelled in nuclear quality control
Donna Rae (Beck) Monroe, 67, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, April
17, 2018, at Geisinger Medical Center, ending her 23-year battle with
breast cancer. She was born Aug. 7, 1950, in Berwick, to Roland and Janet
(Canouse) Beck.
Donna was a 1968 graduate of Berwick High School. She married Edward F.
Monroe Jr. on Oct. 4, 1969, in Whitfield. She held a variety of jobs in
accounting, banking, and eventually quality control in the nuclear
industry, where she always held her work and that of others to the highest
standards
Donna’s most prized accomplishment was building her family, raising
her children, and watching her family expand to include her beloved
grandchildren. Being a mother was the only goal she truly wanted to
achieve. However, in a time when few women rose in male dominated fields,
she excelled in quality control with Brand Industrial Services in the
nuclear industry.
Donna was an eternally optimistic, joyful, and grateful person who
always had a smile for everyone. She was beloved for her laughter,
kindness, and her manner of always being gracious and giving unconditional
love. Donna was also known for her love of holidays, especially Christmas,
shopping, her amazing fashion sense for her daughters and granddaughters,
and her visits to the sunny beaches of Assateague Island near the town of
Chincoteague, Va.
She is survived by her husband, Edward; three daughters: Hayley A.
(Scott) Kuchta, Harveyville, Jan M. (Ernie) Higman, Lynden, Wash., and
Devon R. (Peter) Monroe-Schepis, Berwick; three granddaughters: Kaetlyn R.
(Colin Matter) Kuchta, St. Louis, Mo., Corynn A. Kuchta, Millersville, and
Adysson C. (Ryon Bodwalk) Monroe, Berwick; sister, Marilyn (Beck) Keller,
and family, Wernersville; sister-in-law, Jeanne (Joe) Gardier, and her two
sons, Steven (Karen) Beck and Michael (Kris) Beck, and daughter, Leah,
Washington Crossing; and her two fur babies: Mr. Buttons and Tabitha.
As well as her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her brother,
Lanny M. Beck, and nephew, Tab A. Beck.
No memorial services are planned at this time by Donna’s wish.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Donna’s memory to the
American Cancer Society, Breast Cancer Research, 555 11th St., NW, Suite
300, Washington, DC 20004.
The
Kelchner-McMichael-Baker Funeral Home is honored to assist the Monroe
family.
Online
memories and messages of love and comfort can be sent at
www.kelchnerfuneralhome.com
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Gerald F. Bednarski |
Feb. 16, 1995
"Gerald F. Bednarski
Enjoyed videotapes and the library Gerald F. "Jerry" Bednarski,
45, Nescopeck R.R. 1, died late Thursday night, Feb. 16, 1995, a victim of
murder. Born in Danville, on Jan. 5, 1950, he was a son of Fred H.
Bednarski, Park Place Village, Berwick, and Ada Seltzer Bednarski, who died
Nov. 21, 1986. He graduated from the Berwick High School in 1968. He
enjoyed videotapes, garage sales and the library. Surviving, in addition
to his father, are this stepmother, Constance J. Drumheller Bednarski, Park
Place Village, Berwick, and a sister, Mrs. Steve (Carol) Sitler, Berwick
R.R. 3. A memorial Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 7
P.M. at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Berwick with the Rev. Joseph H.
Fennessy, pastor, as celebrant. Private burial will be in the parish
cemetery, Briar Creek Township. Arrangements are under the direction of
the Heller Funeral Home, Nescopeck." Taken from the Press Enterprise
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Donald L. Belles |
Donald Lee Belles
February 25,1950 - July 29, 2014 (age 64)
Donald Lee Belles, 64, of Duboistown, died Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at
home.
Born February 25, 1950, in Berwick, he was a son of the late Howard
Belles and Mable Fetterman Belles.
Donald was a U.S. Navy veteran. He graduated from Berwick
High School, Class of 1968; from the Pennsylvania College of Technology in
H.V.A.C. He worked at the PA College of Technology as a teacher
and Dean of Construction and Design, retiring in 2001
Donald was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church. He enjoyed
building model airplanes and trains, and horseback riding
Surviving are a son, Justin L. Belles of Duboistown; a brother, Howard
Belles of Berwick; and a sister, Eleanor Seltzer of Berwick.
He was preceded in death by his step-mother, Anna Knorr Belles
A viewing will be held 7-9 pm Monday, August 4 at Sanders Mortuary, 821
Diamond Street, Williamsport.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Donald’s name may be
made to Susquehanna Hospice, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701.
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James Berlin |
Aug. 23, 2020 |
John F. Bower
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Dec. 17, 2019
John F. Bower Sr
Family man, active church member, Dawg fan
John Franklin Bower Sr., 69, of Berwick, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 10,
2019, at his home, surrounded by his family. Born in Berwick, July 29,
1950, he was a son of the late Joseph Henry and Bess (Zettle) Bower
John was a graduate of Berwick Area High School, Class of 1968. He
obtained his Bachelors in Engineering from Penn State University and was a
graduate of Framingham State for business. He continued his education,
obtaining his MBA from DeSales University. John worked 38 years at Quest
Diagnostics, from which he retired in 2017, and earned his Lean Sigma Six
Black Belt. He was a member of Bower Memorial United Methodist Church,
where he sang in the choir, served as a trustee, and was a member of the
outreach program. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandpa who loved
spending time with his family. He enjoyed watching and rooting for his
grandkids at their sporting events, hunting with his friends and family,
attending all of the Berwick High School football games, golfing with
friends, his church, and his dogs
Surviving John is his loving wife of 40 years, the former Connie
Creasy. He is additionally survived by son, John Bower Jr.; daughters:
Kimberly Collucci and husband, Glenn, and Theresa Curry and husband,
Steven; grandchildren: Brandon, Richard, Lilianna, Matthew, and Joseph;
sisters-in-law: Mary Katherine Bower and Randy Sharrow; and niece, Melanie
Karpinski, and husband, David
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by daughter,
Jennifer Bower; brother, Joseph Bower; and niece, Angela Sharrow.
All are welcome to join John’s family for his viewing 6-8 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 13, at the Kelchner-McMichael-Baker Funeral Home, 119-121 E.
Third St., Berwick, and from 10 a.m. until the time of his funeral, 11
a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Bower Memorial United Methodist Church, 140 E.
Second St., Berwick. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in
John’s name can be made to Beyond Violence, 1612 Walnut St., Berwick, PA
18603 or ASPCA Tributes, 520 Eighth Ave., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10018.
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Brian K. Bower |
April, 10, 2007 " Dr. Brian K. Bower
Kings College Educator, School Director
Dr. Brian K. Bower, 57, of Maple Road, Berwick, died Tuesday, April 10,
2007, at Nottingham Village, Northumberland, where he had been a patient for
the past two weeks. He had been in failing health for the past several
months and had dealt with health problems since 2005.
Born Feb. 7, 1950, in Danville, he was the son of June M Kyle Bower of
Berwick, and the late Monroe A. Bower.
Brian graduated from Berwick High School in the Class of 1968. He
then graduated from Bloomsburg State College with a bachelor of arts degree
in Political Science in 1972; a master of arts in Political Science
International Relations in 1974 from Ohio State University; a master of arts
in Political Science and Administration from Penn Sate University in 1976;a
master of arts in Political Science and Administration from the University
of Oklahoma in 1978: and a doctorate in Political Science from the
University of Oklahoma in 1988.
Dr. Bower's Employment included the following: 1980-1985, instructor of
Public Administration at Penn State University: 1991-2004, Associate
Professor Adjunct of Political Science at Penn State; 1989-1990, Chairman of
the Business Division at Kings College; 2002-2007, Department Chairman of
Political Science at Kings College; 1988-present, Director of CASE Applicant
Center at Kings College; 1985-2001, Associate Professor of Computer and
Information Systems at Kings College. He then switched to the
Political Science Department, where he was Chairman for the last several
years. He also was a school director of the Berwick Area School
District from 1991-2003, and taught in the MBA program at Penn State
University satellite campuses in Allentown, Lancaster and Great Valley for
20 years. He taught up until March 9 of last month and was still
advising students. He also was an adviser to Berwick Borough Council
in 1980, when it was upgrading the sewer plant.
A member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Berwick, Dr. Bower was a
director of the Berwick Historical Society, member of the Kings College
Faculty Council for two terms and the Gettysburg Park Adopt-A-Position
program, as well as, a founding member of the Camp Buckeye Hunting
Club of Clinton County.
Brian enjoyed studying the Civil War period, cooking, and when younger,
hunting, reading and working for the Berwick radio station WBRX.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, the former Susan
Aplan, originally of State College, and they would have observed their 23rd
wedding anniversary this June. He also is survived by a son, Kyle J.
Bower, and a daughter, Teresa, E. S. Bower, both at home.
Funeral services will be Saturday, April 14, 2007, at 10 A.M. from the
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1600 Fowler Ave., Berwick, with the Rev. John
R. Koons, his pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Rose Lawn
Cemetery, Front Street, Berwick. Friends will be received Friday,
April 13, 2007, from 7-9 P.M. from the James L. Hinckley Jr. Funeral Home,
1024 Market St., Berwick, and Saturday from 9 A.M. until the time of the
service at the church.
Contributions in his memory may be made to the Berwick Historical
Society, 102 E. Second St., Berwick, PA. 18603 or to the Kings College
Library Fund, 133 N. RIver St., Wilkes-Barre, PA.18711"
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Frank T. Buffone
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May 21, 2018 |
Mary Jean Broody Mosca
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May 3, 2012
"Educator, businesswoman has Berwick family
Mary Jean (Tina) Mosca, age 61, of Forty Fort, passed away peacefully
at her home surrounded by her family Monday, April 30, 2012.
Born in Kingston, Tina was a daughter of the late George and Olga
Kobela Broody.
She was a graduate of Berwick High School, Class of 1968, and Mansfield
University, Class of 1972. Tina began her Master's program at Bloomsburg
University and received her Master's degree from West Chester University.
Tina was formerly employed by the Crestwood School District, teaching
first and second grades at Rice Elementary School, Mountain Top. Also an
accomplished businesswoman, Tina was an integral part of her husband's
business — Cabinets, Counters and More Inc. — Wilkes-Barre Township
and Wyoming.
Tina was a truly selfless person who lived for her family. She loved to
help them and cooked delicious homemade meals. She told stories of her
life growing up on the farm in Berwick. Reminiscing about her childhood,
one would think it was a fairy tale. This molded Tina into the sweet and
wonderful woman that she was, following in the footsteps of her amazing
mother. Her presence lit up every room she entered. She was the happiest
watching her daughters in their many endeavors; traveling throughout the
country on field hockey tournaments and pageants. Her profession was
teacher and businesswoman, but her true passion was supporting Elise and
Vanessa.
She was a member of the Church of St. Ignatius Loyola, Kingston.
Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, were a sister,
Deborah Ann Broody, and brother, John Broody.
Surviving are her husband of 29 years, John Mosca, Forty Fort;
daughters, Elise Christina Mosca and Vanessa Jean Mosca, Philadelphia;
brother, George Broody Jr., Berwick; and sister, Suzanne Hontz and
husband, Robert, Berwick; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 4, 2012, at 9 a.m. from the
Harold C. Snowdon Home for Funerals Inc., 420 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, PA
18704. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 9:30 a.m. in St. Ann's
Chapel, North Loveland Avenue and Hoyt Street, Kingston, PA 18704.
Monsignor John Bendik will officiate. Interment will be made in St. Mary
Antiochian Orthodox Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call at the
funeral home Thursday, May 3, from 4 until 8 p.m.
Memorial contributions for melanoma awareness may be made to the
Benefit Fund for Tina Mosca, PNC Bank, Schechter Drive, Wilkes-Barre
Township, PA 18706."
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Doris Jane Butterfield Defrain |
April 2, 1997
"Doris Jane (Butterfield) DeFrain
Was supervisor at Kaydette Corp., Berwick. Doris Jane DeFrain, 47, of
240 Summerhill Ave., Berwick, died Wednesday afternoon, April 2, 1997, at
the Berwick Hospital Center emergency room. Born Feb. 14, 1950, in
Berwick, she was a daughter of the late Charles L and Betty J. Schechterly
Butterfield. She graduated from Berwick High School and cosmetology school
in Bloomsburg. A lifelong resident of Berwick, she lived at her Summerhill
Avenue address for the past 20 years. DeFrain had been employed by the
Kaydette Corp. in Berwick for the past eight years, where she had been a
supervisor. She had previously been employed by Consolidated Cigar
Corp. and Wise Foods, Inc., both of Berwick. DeFrain also operated a
beauty shop on Summerhill Avenue. She is survived by two daughters: Laura
Jo Butterfield Messa, Houston, Texas; and Candy M. DeFrain, Berwick; a
stepdaughter, Sue Sabolski, Harrisburg; a stepson, Rick DeFrain, Nescopeck
R.R.1; a brother Charles L. Butterfield Jr., Berwick; and a sister, Mrs.
Elbert (Eva "Tiny") Myers, Wapwallopen R.R.1. Funeral services will be 10
A.M. Saturday at the Kelchner - McMichael Funeral Home, 119-121 E. Third
St., Berwick, with the Rev. Frank R. Metzer, pastor of the Pine Street
Baptist Church of Berwick, officiating. Burial will be in Pine Grove
Cemetery, Walnut Street, Berwick." Taken from the Press Enterprise
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Scott Carey |
May 10, 2005
"Scott C. Carey
Berwick grad, Vietnam vet, Harrisburg policeman
Scott Charles Carey, 54, of Harrisburg, died Tuesday, May 10, 2005, in
the V.A. Medical Center, South Lebanon Township, after fighting a long,
courageous battle with cancer. He was a brave strong soldier in the
battles of life.
He was a retired police officer for the City of Harrisburg with over 22
years of service and a proud Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War
receiving an Honorable Discharge as Sergeant after completing two tours of
duty in Vietnam and one year in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. He was a
graduate of Berwick High School, Class of 1968, and graduated from Penn
State university in 1980 with a bachelor's degree in Community Development.
Scott loved to walk around New Cumberland Borough Park and watch the
wildlife as the creek flowed by. He enjoyed golf with his friend,
Norm, and "Boys Nite Out" with Ken and Ken. He loved his family and
had fun with his grandsons at the playground. He volunteered in the
homeless shelters and local soup kitchens for the needy.
The family wishes to thank the following for the love and support they
have shown through his courageous journey through life: The Harrisburg
Police Department; Friends at Capital Blue Cross; The Staff at Harrisburg
Hospital; Andrews and Patel Associates; Dr. Sam Faber; Dr. Camici and Dr.
Moore; The Harrisburg Cancer Center; The Hospice Unit of the Lebanon VA
Medical Center; members of Baughman United Methodist Church; and Market
Square Presbyterian Church.
He attend Market Square Presbyterian Church, Harrisburg, and Baughman
Memorial United Methodist Church, New Cumberland. He was a member of
Fraternal Order of Police, Loge12; the American Legion Post 730, Pennbrook;
and the VFW Post 7415, New Cumberland.
Scott was born Oct. 13, 1950, in Berwick, to Shirley (Kehl) Lynch of
Orangeville and the late Frank Carey.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Susan Vandercoy
Haefner Carey; a son, Christopher R. Haefner of Williamsport; his
stepfather, Richard Lynch; two sisters: Patricia Bourdelais of Denver, Colo;
Susan Carey of Bloomsburg; two grandsons: Alexander and Zachary Haefner; a
niece and a nephew.
A funeral service will be held at 9 A.M. Monday, May 16, in Market Square
Presbyterian Church, Harrisburg, with the Rev. James D. Brown officiating.
Please use the Chestnut Street parking garage for funeral parking.
Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Hanover Township.
Viewing will be from 3 - 5 P.M. Sunday in Parthemore Funeral Home, New
Cumberland.
In his honor, memorial contributions may be made to Market Square
Presbyterian Church, Homeless Ministry Fund, 20 S. Market St., Harrisburg,
PA. 17101
To send enotes of condolence, please visit
www.parthemore.com"
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Richard Chamberlain
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March 17, 2016
"Richard A. Chamberlain
Avid fan of racing and Berwick Bulldogs
Richard A. Chamberlain, 65, of West Third Street, Bloomsburg, died
Thursday, March 17, 2016 at Geisinger Bloomsburg Health Care Center.
Born July 29,1950, in Berwick, he was the son of late Raymond and Pauline
(Gensel) Chamberlain. He was a graduate of Berwick High
School, Class of 1968.
Mr. Chamberlain was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church in
Berwick and the West End Hose Company.
He was an avid fan of racing and football, especially Berwick Bulldogs,
and enjoyed eating hot wings.
Preceding him in death was his brother, Larry Chamberlain.
Surviving are three sons: Justin Oliver, Ryan Oliver, and Shawn Oliver all
of Berwick; four daugters: Stacey, Cindy, Heather Reyes of Bloomsburg, and
Rochelle Mausteller of Berwick; six grandchildren; one sister,
Joann Grindstaff of Berwick; his good friend Grace Bardo, Berwick; and his
dog Shorty.
At the request of the deceased, there will be no visitation.
Private interment will be in Roselawn Cemetery, Berwick.
For additional information or to sign the online guestbook visit
www.mayofh.com
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Phillip Clemens |
Sept. 26, 1992
"Phillip A. Clemens
1968 Berwick graduate was antique dealer Philip A. Clemens, 42, of 502
E. Second St., Berwick, died late Saturday evening at the Geisinger Medical
Center, Danville, where he had been a patient one day. He was ill for
five years. Born Feb. 24, 1960, in Philadelphia, he was the son of Mrs.
Betty L. Musselman Clemens, Berwick; and the late Dr. Frederick B. Clemens,
who died Aug. 9, 1977. He was an antique dealer in Berwick and graduated
from Berwick High School in 1968. Mr. Clemens attended Paul Smith's
College, N.Y., for two years studying forestry. He was an Eagle
Boy Scout and a member of the Berwick Historical Society. He was a Berwick
resident most of his life. Surviving in addition to his mother are one
daughter, Stephanie Hawksworth, Portland Maine; one sister, Mrs. Charles D.
(Susan) Hartzel III, Bloomsburg, R.R. 9; two brothers: Gregory B. Clemens,
Berwick; and Frederick J. Clemens, Beale Air Force Base, Calif.; and nine
nieces and nephews. Services will be Wednesday at 2 P.M. from
Kelchner-McMichael Hindman Funeral Home, 119-121 E. Third St., Berwick with
the Rev. Jay Bergstresser, Grace Lutheran Church, Berwick officiating.
Burial will be in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street, Berwick." Taken
from the Press Enterprise |
Mary Ann Diltz (Badolato)
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October 27, 2021 Mary Ann (Diltz) Badolato Music lover liked yard
sales, playing bingo Mary Ann (Diltz) Badolato, 70, of
Berwick passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, at Bonham
Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Stillwater.
Born in Berwick on Dec. 8, 1950, she was a daughter
of the late Clayton and Josephine (DeFelice) Diltz.
She graduated from Berwick High School in 1968. Mary
Ann worked as a seamstress for many years at Briar Knitwear. She later
worked at Kmart for 10 years and Wise Potato Chips until her retirement.
Mary Ann attended LCBC Church, Bloomsburg. She
enjoyed attending social meals at local churches. She liked listening to
music, especially the Beatles. She loved going to the Jackson Mansion every
Thursday during the summer to watch musicians play. She also liked to
country line dance. Mary Ann liked to go to yard sales and play bingo. She
adored Saturday morning breakfast at Morris’ with her granddaughter.
he will be greatly missed by her children: Cami Badolato and fiancé Joseph
Smith, Hazle Township; Kevin Badolato and fiancée Laura Knorr, Briar Creek;
grandchildren: Gian Harris, Joseph Smith Jr. and Alana Badolato. She also
leaves behind sisters: Barbara Ulanoski, Winter Springs, Fla.; and Carla
Lewis and husband Greg, Berwick; stepsisters: Kae Ward, Nanticoke, and Irene
Yost, Bloomsburg; and many nieces and nephews. In
addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Edward
Diltz; sister, Theresa Beck; and stepmother, Fern Diltz.
A funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. on Tuesday,
Nov. 2, 2021, at Heller Funeral Home LLC, 633 E. Third St., Nescopeck.
Family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be
made to Beyond Violence, 212 W. 11th St. Berwick, PA 18603, or the Berwick
Theater, 110 E. Front St., PA 18603.
Online messages of comfort may be sent to
condolences@ hellerfuneral.com
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Helen M. Dowett Carodishy |
April 4, 1997
"Helen M. (Dowett) Carodishy
Worked at former Bon Homme, Berwick Services for Helen Marie Carodiskey,
46 of 710 Center St., Berwick will be Tuesday at 11 A.M. at the James L
Hinckley Jr. Funeral Home, 1024 Market St., Berwick, with Michael G.
Spagnuolo, neighbor and youth minister for Campus Life officiating.
Burial will be in Elan Memorial Park, Lime Ridge. Mrs. Carodiskey died
Friday, Nov. 8, 1996, in the emergency room at the Bloomsburg Hospital.
Born Oct. 22, 1950, in Berwick, she was a daughter of Alice Humber Dowett,
Berwick and the late John Dowett. She worked at Berwick Knitting Mills
until the plant closed. Mrs. Carodiskey also worked many years at the
former Bon Homme Shirt Factory, Berwick. She was a avid football fan.
Surviving in addition to her mother are her husband, Dale H. Carodiskey,
with whom she celebrated a 22nd. wedding anniversary on June 14; two sons:
Michael T. Dowett, Berwick, and Andrew J. Carodiskey, at home; two brothers:
John Dowett, Granville, N.Y.; and Daniel J. Dowett, Harrisburg; two sisters:
Mrs. Ronald (Mary) Catzaman, Enola, and Alice Ann Hoagland, Berwick."
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Melvin C. Evans |
April 5, 1992
"Melvin C. Evans II
Berwick graduate was employed in Spokane Melvin C. Evans II, 42, of
East 3803 Sixth Ave., Spokane, Wash., died Sunday evening in the emergency
room at Sacred Heart Medical Center, Spokane. Born in Bloomsburg, Jan. 12,
1950, he was the son of the Rev. Melvin C. Sr. and Helen M. Neufer Evans,
Sunbury. He was graduate of the Berwick High School class of 1968 and
attended Bloomsburg, University. Mr. Evans was employed in Spokane for
seven years as a computer programmer. Surviving, in addition to his
parents, are a brother, Nelson B. Evans, Sunbury, and his paternal
grandmother, Emaline Evans, Lime Ridge. Services will be held Thursday, at
11 A.M. from the Mayo Funeral Home, Second and Chestnut Streets, Berwick,
with the Rev. Paul Miller, of Spring Mills, general superintendent of God's
Missionary Church, officiating. Burial will be in New Rosemont
Cemetery, Espy." Taken from the Press Enterprise |
Stanley W Eveland |
Stanley W. Eveland
Train enthusiast worked at
Benton Foundry
Stanley W. Eveland, 66,
formerly of Berwick, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at
the Geisinger Bloomsburg Health Care Center. Born Sept. 27, 1950, in
Berwick, he was a son to the late Jack and Florine (Kershner) Eveland.
Stanley graduated from
Berwick High School in 1968, after which he attended the Allentown
Electronic Training Center. He was employed by Argo in Berwick, and later,
at the Benton Foundry. Stanley was a member of Bethel Bible Church, the
American Trapshooting Association and the North Berwick Hunting and
Fishing Club. He was also a Lionel train enthusiast.
A kind and caring brother
and uncle, Stanley will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Surviving Stanley are
sisters: Linda Elmes and husband, James, of Nescopeck, Joyce Laubaugh and
husband, David, of Berwick, Jean Jarrard and husband, Leslie, of North
Carolina; 10 nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and nephews.
In addition to his
parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, David and Robert Eveland.
A graveside service for
Stanley will be 10 a.m. Monday, July 24, at Rose Lawn Cemetery, Berwick.
Pastor Richard Thomas will serve as officiant.
The
Kelchner-McMichael-Baker Funeral Home is honored to serve the Eveland
family.
Memorial contributions in
Stanleys name can be made to International Partnership Ministries, Inc.,
100 Spring Ave., Hanover, PA 17331-2717.
Online messages of love
and support can be sent at www. kelchnerfuneralhome.com
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Patricia Filmore (Raynes)
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Dr. Patricia (Pat) Raynes November 22, 1949 -
November 1, 2021 (71)
Dr. Patricia (Pat) Ann Raynes (nee:
Filmore), 71 years of age, and a resident of Amherst, and New Hampshire
passed away Monday, November 1, 2021, at the Cleveland Clinic in Avon after
a courageous battle against Ovarian cancer.
She was born Novbember
22, 1949, in the Bronx, New York. Patricia was raised in New Yor as
well as Berwick, Pennsylvania. She had made her home with her family
in New Hampshire since 1987.
Pat was an adjunct Professor at Keene
State College and CCV (Community College of Vermont). She was also
President of Adept Converting Equipment, Inc.
Pat held a Bachelor of
Science degree, an MBA and a Doctor of Arts from Franklin Pierce University,
Rindge, NH. She maintained a 4.0 average throughout her Doctorate.
Pat enjoyed travelling with her husband and had travelled to Europe,
Brazil, Mexico, Canada and throughout the US. She enjoyed reading,
studying family genealogy, and spending time with her Grandson and family.
She was active in politics and was a member of the Vester Roy organization
in New Hampshire.
Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Bruno
Raynes; her children, Suzanne "Suzy" Goodnow and husband, Scott, and
grandson Everett of West Moreland, New Hampshire; Kevin Charles Wallace and
wife Wynter of Long Beach, California; her sister Kathryn "Kathy" Lee of
Berwick, Pennsylvania, nieces/nephews Kristine and Russ Rittenour and Linda
and Scott Lanham.
She was preceded in death by her siblings William
Cobin, Thomas Filmore, Lillian "Micki" Urbansky, and her parents Martin
Patterson and Lillian Filmore (nee: Nunemaker).
Her extended Family
included: Stepchildren: Eric Raynes, Kelly Raynes, Joelle Cayet, and Dominic
LeMaire; Stepgrandchildren: Tori Ziropoulos, Mariah Labbe, Cameron Maliska,
D.J. Cayet, Jamie Cayet, Mason Raynes, Syla Raynes, Kyle LeMaire, Daniel
LeMaire, Gabriel LeMaire, Nicolas LeMaire and Renee LeMaire; Step Great
Children: Josi Ziropoulos, Porter Labbe and Carter Maliska.
Additionaly, Pat had many cousins and Aunts located in NY, Florida,
Pennsylvania, Texas and Arizona who maintained a close, loving relationship.
Private servcies were held by the family.
The family suggests
that memorial contributions be made to Ovarian Cancer Research.
Please visit the funeral home's website to share a memory and sign the guest
register, www.hempelfuneralhome.com
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Dale Forsythe
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Dale Forsythe January 19, 1970 |
Michael Fraind |
Michael J. Fraind Marine Veteran enjoyed fishing,
woodworking
Michael J. Fraind, 74, of Berwick passed away on Tuesday,
June 13, 2023, at Gesinger-Bloomsburg, Hospital, with his loving family by
his side.
Born in Berwick on April 10, 1949, he was a son of the late
Michael G. and Eleanor J. (Mozdzierz) Fraind.
He was a graduate of
Berwick High School's Class of 1968, where his close friends knew him as
"Mootz." Mike entered the U.S. Marine Corps in 1969, and served until
1971, during the Vietnam War. After an honorable discharge, he worked
at Asplundh Tree Company for 15 years.
Mike was a former member of
St. Joseph's Church, Berwick. He was also a former member of the Berwick VFW
Post 821. Mike enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and hunting in his younger
years.
He will be greatly missed by his loving wife of nearly 52
years, Cynthia A. (Neufer) Fraind; daughter, Amanda L. Thoth, and husband,
Christopher; their children, Cydnie P. Toth, and boyfriend, Thoas Monico;
Payton J. Thoth of Berwick; sone Cameron M. Fraind, and his children,
Brittany L. Breisch and Cody M. Fraind of Danville; and two
great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind sisters: Anita Featherman
and husband, David, Harrisburg, and Gloria Buck and husband, Gary, Benton;
and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his parents,
he was preceded in death by his brother, James A. Fraind.
A memorial
service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Heller Funeral
Home LLC, Nescopeck, is assisting his family. Online messages of
comfort may be sent to
condolences@HellerFuneralHomeLLC.com.
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Randy Freas |
Randy D. Freas
Berwick native served in Viet Nam
Randy Dale Freas, 69, of Kingston, died unexpectedly Friday, July 3,
2020, at his home
Born in Berwick, he was the son of the late Martin Wesley Freas Jr. and
Jean (Sands) Freas
Randy graduated from Berwick High School, Class of 1968, attended
Roanoke College in Theatre Arts and was then drafted into the Army during
the Vietnam War. He served with the 31st Light Infantry Brigade and 23rd
Infantry as a combat infantry rifleman. Upon honorable discharge, Randy
was the recipient of the Bronze Star, National Defense Medal, Vietnam
Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. After returning home from
serving his country, he graduated from Luzerne County Community College
with a degree in electrical engineering. Prior to retirement, Randy was a
career salesman. Using his wit and charm to sell cars, including the first
Porsche 911 sold in the area, bringing funds into Wilkes University School
of Science and Engineering and maintaining a territory of restaurants,
schools and businesses with US Food Service
He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Berwick, Elks Club of
Berwick, Irem Temple Shrine, Bear Wallow Hunting Club, 32nd degree
Scottish Rite Mason with the Caldwell Consistory, and as a young man,
achieved Eagle Scout designation.
A passionate man with many hobbies, Randy enjoyed the outdoors,
hunting, fishing, classic cars, motorcycles and traveling the world with
his loving wife and son. He was an avid rifleman and competitive shooter.
Randy was a fan of music, touring as a sound and light engineer with his
band in the 70s. He also was a connoisseur of film and drama, and
collector of antiques, toys and coins. Randy was one of Penn State’s
finest football fans, even attending a game against Navy in Dublin,
Ireland. He enjoyed spending days with his beloved yellow lab Dagny at his
side, entertaining his wife and family with his antics, and singing to his
granddaughter and anyone else who would listen.
Surviving are his wife of 34 years, the former Debra Snyder; son, Tyler
Simmons Freas and fiance, Alyssa Lauren McEntee; granddaughter, Ainsley
Kade Freas; siblings: Marcia Freas Lysher and husband, Mark Lysher, of
Maryland, Martin Wesley Freas III and husband, Peter Elting, of
California, Bruce Charles Freas and wife, Pamela Mutchler Freas, of
Florida, and Mary Freas Carper and husband, Brian Carper, of Shickshinny;
and many loving nieces, nephews and countless friends.
Funeral services will be privately held at the Church of Christ
Uniting, Kingston. The Rev. Jane Pykus will officiate. Interment will
follow with military honors in Mount Greenwood Cemetery, Kingston
Township. Friends may call Friday from 4-7 p.m. at Harold C. Snowdon Home
for Funerals Inc., 420 Wyoming Ave., Kingston. Masks will be expected to
be worn inside the funeral home
Memorial donations may be made to The Vietnam Veterans Of America via
www.vva.org/donate in memory of Randy Dale Freas.
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Michael L. Geines |
Aug. 9, 2006
"Michael L. Geines Penn State graduate, co-owned Live Wire Electric
Michael L. Geines, 56, of Steel Street, Berwick, lost his battle with cancel
Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 9, 2006 at Geisinger Medical Center. He was born
Feb 28, 1950, in Berwick, a son of the late John E. Sr. and Doris V. Porter
Geines. Michael graduated from Berwick High School in 1968 and attended
Penn State University, graduating with an associates' degree in Electrical
Engineering in 1970. He was co-owner of Live Wire Electric for 27
years. Michael was a member of the Berwick Russian Club. He enjoyed
fishing and spending time at the cabin. He is survived by tow brothers,
his twin, John, and Larry Geines, both of Berwick; and three nieces: Jackie
Green; Shannon Fenton; and Mica Geines. Funeral services will be Saturday,
Aug. 12, 2006 at 11 A.M. from the James L. Hinckley Jr. Funeral Home, 1024
Market St. Berwick. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Friends will be received Saturday from 9 A.M. until the time of the service
at the funeral home. Contributions in his memory may be made to the
American Cancer Society, Columbia County Unit, 1948 W. Third St.,
Williamsport, PA. 17701" Taken from the Press Enterprise |
Cataldo Giordano, Jr. |
Cataldo Giordan, Jr.
May 9, 1948 ~ December 27, 2015 (age 67)
Cataldo Giordano Jr., 67, of Berwick passed away Sunday December 27,
2015 at his residence. He was born May 9, 1948 in Berwick, a son of the
late Cataldo and Assunta (Milazzo) Giordano Sr.
He graduated from Berwick High School class of 1968 and received
his Associates Degree from Luzerne County Community College. He served in
the Navy during the Vietnam conflict. Cataldo volunteered for the literacy
program teaching people how to read in Berwick for over 30 years. He
helped his wife deliver papers for the Morning Press. He liked collecting
Noah’s Ark Collectables and loved Dolly Parton. He belonged to The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Berwick.
Cataldo is survived by his wife Orpha Irene (Gruman) Giordano
Jr., a daughter Serena Irene Giordano of Bloomsburg, a brother Vincent
Giordano of Scranton, and a niece Angela Williams and husband Jason of
Scranton.
Services will be Thursday December 31, 2015 at 11:00 am at the James L.
Hinckley Jr. Funeral Home, 1024 N. Market St., Berwick with Bishop Keith
Somford officiating. Burial will follow at Elan Memorial Park. Family and
friends may send online condolences to jameslhinckleyjrfuneralhome.com.
The James L. Hinckley Jr. Funeral Home is handling arrangements
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Robert E. Golla |
Oct. 29, 2005
"Robert E. Golla Marine veteran, gourmet
cook, Civil War Buff On Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005, Robert Eugene Golla, in
the presence of his friends and family, went into the arms of his loving
Lord. He had been in declining health for one year. Born March
15, 1950, in Berwick, he was the son of the late Elmer M. and Venora Mavnard
Golla Sr. of rural Nescopeck. As a young man, he was employed by Berwick
Forge and then went on to get a degree in respiratory therapy. He
worked at various area hospitals but in 1988 moved to Bristol, Tenn., for
eight years where he worked as a respiratory therapist in the intensive care
unit and later as head of the pulmonary lab. He then accepted a
position with CTMS, Inc. in Bristol where he monitored clinical drug trials
for pharmaceutical companies nationally. In 2001, he became an
independent contractor in pharmaceutical research, working from a home
office. He attended Emmanuel Bible Chapel and was involved in many areas
of service there. He served honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1969-71.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping with his family. He was a
gourmet cook, an avid reader and Civil War buff. He will be greatly missed
by his wife of 32 years, Carol Yohe Golla; his son Christopher, who live in
Delaware with his wife, Rachel, and children, Devin Tyler and Makenzie; a
son, Michael, of Knoville, Tenn.; a brother: Elmer, Jr. of Catawissa; and
many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death
were his parents; a son, Devin Lane; two sisters: Patricia Wolfe and Bonnie
Thomas. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 P.M. in Emmanuel
Bible Chapel, 20 Kachinka Hollow Road, Berwick, with pastors Dan Belles and
Dave Nye officiating. He will be laid to rest in the family plot at
St. James Lutheran Cemetery, Zenith. Calling hours will be on
Wednesday from noon to 2 P.M. Expressions of sympathy may be made to
the benevolence fund of the church." Taken from the Press Enterprise
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Doyle R. Grassley |
Doyle R. GrassleyJanuary, 2003 Doyle had three
children, Kristian, Kelly, and Stephen. All still live in Sonoma
County in California. His daughter, Kelly, had two children, Hannah
and Aidan. Doyle passed away from cancer. At the time of his
death, Doyle was living in Sacramento, California. |
Mrs. Anne Greene
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Mrs. Anne Greene |
Harry E. Harmon |
Deceased Sept. 5, 2021 |
Linda Hons Weisbrod
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Linda J. Weisbrod, enjoyed, camping,
fishing, and cook outs.
Linda J. Weisbrod, 70, of Berwick passed
away on Friday, Dec. 4, 2020, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
Born in Bloomsburg, on March 9, 1950, she was a daughter of the later
Maurice E. Hons and Esther E. (Gotshall) Hons.
She attended
Berwick High School. She spent most of her life as a homemaker who
worked hard to provide a loving environment for her seven children.
In her spare time, she enjoyed puzzle books. She liked camping,
fishing, and cookouts. She also loved to go shopping.
She
will be greatly missed by her beloved companion of 37 years, Vince Morgan
Jr; daughters, Patricia Smith and husband Gordon, Barbara Hartman and
husband Barry, Brenda Kulp and companion David Slusser, Debra Featherman
and companion Eric Harvey, Sandra Weisbrod and companion, Rush Boone, Jr.
Kathleen Goss and husband Richard; 22 grandchildren; more than 30
great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind several stepchildren,
including Lester and Johnny Weisbrod; a brother Edward E. Hons; sisters:
Marlene Cole, Calline Ernst, Eleanor Searfoss; and numerous nieces and
nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by
her husband, Ralph D. Weisbrod; her son, Steven Weisbrod in 2014;
brothers: John J. Hons, David C. Hons; sisters: Betty J. Hayle, Melva
Kinsburgy, Bertha MacNamara, Evelyn J. Horschak, Rose VanDuzer, and Susan
Daubert.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the family will schedule
memorial services for a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions can be given to the family or funeral home to help defray
her final expenses.
Heller Funeral Home LLC, Nescopeck, is
entrusted with arrangements. Online messages of comfort may be sent
to condolences@hellerfuneral.com
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Ray B. Holser
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Ray B Hosler
October, 2012 |
George Hoze, Jr.
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George A. 'Hoz" Hoze SCI Retreat retiree enjoyed wine
making
George "Hoz' A. Hoze, 71, Berwick, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021,
at Geisinger Medical Center Danville.
Born in Berwick, on Nov. 23, 1949, he was a son of the late George and
Viola (Toth) Hoze. He graduated from Berwick High School. He
served in the U.S. Army from 1972 to 1975. George worked for several
businesses over the years including, Berwick Forge, Lifestyle Homes, C and D
Waterproofing in New York, and SCI Retreat fro where he retired. After
his retirement, he started Tough of Glass window installment.
George was a member of the Catholic War Veterans, Slavonic Club, Berwick;
Elks Lodge, 436 Bloomsburg; American Legion Post 273. He was also a
life member of the West End Hose Company. In his younger years, Hoz
like to fish, hunt, and trap. He enjoyed wine making and hanging out
with his boys. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, teaching
them to fish and working on many projects together. George was always
more than willing to offer a helping hand to anyone who needed it.
He will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 10 years, Margaret B.
(Kershner) Hoze, at home; children: Tracy Hoze and husband, John, Berwick;
Matthew Hoze, Florida, Larry Fritz, Berwick, Sara Kaine and husband, Brad,
Florida, Laura Fyke and Husband, Keith, Berwick, seven grand children; one
great-grandchild. He also leaves behind sisters: Kathy Mizzer,
Wilkes-Barre, Patricia Hoze, Danville; and many nieces, nephews, and
friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son,
Christopher Hoze; and brothers: Michael, Edward, John, and Paul Hoze.
A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family.
Heller Funeral Home, LLC, Nescopeck, is assisting his family.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude's Children's Research
Hospital. P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908 or the
Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors. Inc., 1117 Country Club Road, Camp Hill, PA.
17011
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Katherine L. Hontz (Sitler) |
Katherine Louise Sitler
Loved family time, flower gardening, music
Katherine Louise Sitler, 68, of Bloomsburg passed away Thursday, Aug.
9, 2018, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. She was born March 14,
1950, in Berwick, a daughter to the late Robert LeRoy and Marthena Mae (Hunsinger)
Hontz.
Kathy was a graduate of the Berwick High School Class of 1968, and the
Geisinger School of Nursing Class of 1971. After graduating, she worked as
a registered nurse for almost six years at Geisinger in the Intensive Care
Unit and the Operating Room as the lead nurse on the newly-formed
open-heart surgery team. In 1977, she left full-time nursing to become a
full-time mother and homemaker. Later, she worked in retail sales at the
former Main Street Interiors and Exclusively You in Bloomsburg, retiring
in 2010, to become a daytime caregiver for her first grandchild.
Kathy loved her grandchildren and enjoyed caring for, reading to, and
playing with them. They became the joy of her retirement life. She also
loved flower gardening and landscaping. Every year she would declare that
she had finally gotten everything the way she wanted, but forgot that when
the next season came. Kathy’s other hobbies included sewing, baking,
watching movies, reading, and listening to music. Her favorite artists
included the Beatles, Barry Manilow, Michael Jackson, and Billy Joel. Her
daughters still know the words to “Copacabana.”
Surviving Kathy is her loving husband, Douglas, with whom she
celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary in July. Also surviving are her
daughters: Jessica Therrien and husband Scott, of Billercia, Mass., Andrea
Megargell and husband John, of Bloomsburg, and Vanessa Bliss and husband
Ian, of Syosset on Long Island, N.Y.: grandchildren: Carly and Chase
Megargell of Bloomsburg, and Samantha Bliss of Long Island, N.Y.; and
brother, Robert Hontz, and wife Suzanne, of Berwick.
All are welcome to join Kathy’s family at her viewing 6-8 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 13, at the Kelchner-McMichael-Baker Funeral Home, 119-121 E.
Third St., Berwick. Kathy’s funeral is 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14, at the
Lightstreet United Methodist Church. Her pastor, Jennifer Parks-Snyder,
will serve as the officiant. Burial will follow at Elan Memorial Park.
It is suggested that memorial contributions be sent to either the
Lightstreet United Methodist Church Building Fund, 1640 Main St.,
Bloomsburg, PA. 17815, the Gift of Life Donor Program, 401 N. Third St.,
Philadelphia, PA 19123, or to the charity of your choice.
Kathy was a kind and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to
everyone who was fortunate enough to have known her. She will be sorely
missed.
Memories of Kathy can be shared and messages of love and comfort can be
sent online at: www.kelchnerfuneralhome.com
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Shirley E. Karchner Yoder |
October 14, 2010
Shirley E. Karchner Yoder
Shirley E. Yoder, 61 of 148 Shaffer Road, Nescopeck, concluded her
journey in this life at 10:25 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 in Orangeville
Nursing and Rehab Center where she had resided for 1 1/2 weeks.
Born in Berwick Hospital on June 13, 1949, daughter of the late Lee B.
Karchner and Marjorie R. Yost Karchner, she graduated from Berwick High
School. She was employed for 15 years as bookkeeper-clerk at the
former Sutter's Hardware Store, Berwick, as well as being a mother and
homemaker.
A member of St. James Lutheran Church, Zennith, she was an avid golfer
and member of a ladies' golf league,
Shirley will be remembered by her husband of 40 years, Wayne C. Yoder;
son, Shawn C. Yoder, and wife, Marta DeJesus, Lansdale; three brother:
Derwood Karchner and wife, Jane, Helterville; Ray Karchner and wife,
Patricia, Zenith; Earl Karchner and wife, Ceola, Zenith; nieces and
nephews and their families; and her dog, "Sadie".
"Forever in our hearts."
A service to honor her life and faith will be held Monday at 11:00
a.m. from the St. James Lutheran Church, 1488 Zenith Road,
Nescopeck, with the Rev. Oliver Brown, her pastor, presiding.
Calling hours Sunday, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m., in the Heller Funeral Home,
Nescopeck.
Expressions of sympathy my be made to the memorial fund of the church.
Taken from the Berwick Enterprise,
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Cynthia L. Keller (Wolff) |
April 24, 2019
Cynthia L. (Keller) Wolff
Owner of marketing business for 22 years
Cynthia L. (Keller) Wolff, age 68, of 110 Sunnyside Ave., Bloomsburg,
died at Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital on Wednesday, April 17, 2019,
comforted by family and friends, after a courageous battle with colon
cancer
Born in Williamsport on Dec. 18, 1950, she was the daughter of the late
Louis D. Stevens Jr. and Ruth E. Keller. A 1968 graduate of Berwick High
School, she earned her B.S. in Business Administration from Bloomsburg
University of Pennsylvania in 1991. Cindy resided in the Fernville Heights
area of Bloomsburg for 37 years.
Cindy owned Wolff Marketing for the past 22 years. Her marketing
business took her to 47 states and fed her love of traveling and meeting
new people. Prior to that she was involved with several other businesses
with her second husband, the late Christian F. Wolff Jr., including Wolff
Market, Danville, the Kwik Shop, Bloomsburg, the Bloomsburg Dairy Store,
the Pen-Col Dairy Store, Millville, and the Fairwood Farms Dairy Store,
Berwick. Cindy was twice married and divorced. Her first marriage to
Robert G. Timko Jr., Nazareth, produced her only child
She was a devote member of the Christian faith and attended several
Bible-focused churches over the years, most recently the LCBC Church in
Bloomsburg. She loved organic gardening, landscaping, cooking wonderful
meals for family and friends, and animals.
Surviving are her beloved son, Jeremy S. Timko, and a grandson, Tristan
N. Timko, who resided with her; two younger brothers: Brian D. Keller,
Ph.D. and his wife, Manon, Watertown, N.Y., and Christopher Keller, Esq.
and his wife, Kathleen, Berwick; six nephews: Jacob, Carson, Griffin,
Matthew, Michael, and Justin; many cousins; and a Bichon Frise,
“Asa-healer, born in the morning” (Asa).
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. There
will be no viewing
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Dean W. Kriner Inc.
Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 325 Market St., Bloomsburg.
Condolence messages and photographs may be posted at:
www.krinerfuneralhomes.com
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Jacqueline Mae Kishbaugh (Hartzell) |
June 13, 2016
Jacqueline M. Hartzel
Avid reader, artist, owned Pine and Primitives
Jacquline M. Hartzel, 65, of Salem Township passed away Monday, June
13, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family.
Born in Berwick, Nov. 26, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Rollie
J. and Dorothy M. (Hampton) Kishbaugh. She graduated from Berwick
High School in 1968. Jackie was employed at several local businesses
prior to opening her own store, Pine and Primitives, which she operated
for 14 years.
She enjoyed trips to Mohegan Sun and visiting auctions. She was
very artistic and liked making wood crafts, sewing, decorating, and
painting. Jackie loved to read, and would easily read three or more
books a week.
She will be greatly missed by her husband, Daniel D. Hartzel Sr., with
whom she recently celebrated 48 years of marriage; sons: Daniel D. Hartzel
Jr. and wife, Heather of Berwick; Matthew R. Hartzel and wife, Angela,
Shickshinny; grandchildren: Dylan, Steven, Hunter, Madeline, Jacob, and
Ella. She also leaves behind a brother, John Kishbaugh, and wife
Doborah, sistsers: Janice D'Alberto and husband, Anthony; Jean Kishbaugh
and husband, Donald; Joyce Proeger, brother-in-law, John Knorr, all of
Berwick; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister,
Judy Knorr.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 17, 2016 at
Heller Funeral Home LLC., 633 E. Third St., Nescopeck, with Paster Mike
Maleski officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Grove Cemetary.
Family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6 to 8.
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Stephen Levan Jr. |
Dec. 17, 2019
Stephen Levan Jr.
Vietnam Marine vet was ham radio operator
Stephen Levan Jr., age 69, of 321 Summer Hill Ave., Berwick, died at
his home at 4:38 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019
Born in Berwick, on Aug. 24, 1950, he was a son of the late Stephen Sr.
and Florence (Matlock) Levan. He was a lifelong resident of the Berwick
area and a 1968 graduate of Berwick High School
Stephen was employed as a welder by the former Berwick Forge and
Fabricating Co. until it closed.
He was a member of the First English Baptist Church, Bloomsburg. He
also belonged to the American Legion Post 541, Catawissa; Valley of
Bloomsburg American Legion Post 273; Berwick VFW Post; Fort McClure Post
804, VFW, Bloomsburg; and the Marine Corps League of Berwick. He was a ham
radio operator and a member of the Amateur Radio Club
Stephen served with the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife,
the former Donna (Shoemaker) Levan; a sister, Ginger Levan; and a brother,
James Levan
He is survived by his wife, the former Cleota Auchter, and a brother,
Mark Levan, in Colorado.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. in the First English
Baptist Church, 700 Millville Road, Bloomsburg, with this pastor, the Rev.
Dr. L. Lee Barnhardt, officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Lawn
Cemetery, Berwick, where military honors will be performed by the combined
VFW and American Legion group. Friends will be received at the Church from
10-11 a.m
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in his memory to the First
English Baptist Church, 700 Millville Road, Bloomsburg.
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Jeffery Maurer
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Jeffery L Maurer Funeral Arrangement to be Announced
Jeffery L. Maurer, 72, of Nescopeck went to be with the Lord, Monday,
March 13, 2023, at his residence.
Arrangements are incomplete and
will be announced by the James L Hinckly Jr. Funeral Home and Cremation
Services Inc., 1024 N Market St., Berwick, PA. 18603
Jeffery L.
Maurer Self-employed Master Cabinet-Maker 40 Years
Jeffery L.
Maurer, 72 of Nescopeck passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023, at his home
with his wife by his side. He was born April 11,1950, in Danville,
PA., the sone of the late Rea and Ila (Foley) Maurer.
Jeff was a
graduate of Berwick High School's Class of 1968, then graduated from
Bloomsburg State College.
Jeff was employed by many area businesses
during and after high school. He finally pursued his passio of
woodworking, and for the last 40 years of his life, was a self-employed
master cabinet-maker. His custom-made pieces of furniture and
woodworking grace many homes in Berwick, Bloomsburg, and Nescopeck area, as
well as homes in the Phildephia area. He built the home that he and
his wife shared for the past 27 years, filling it with many beautiful
customer pieces of furniture that he built and created - - all interior and
exterior custom woodworking. He truly loved his home and its peaceful
and serene surroundings.
Jeff enjoyed not only woodworking and also
building guns in his spare time, but mostley spending time visiting with
friends, having a good laugh, and solving the world' problems in his shop
and on the shop porch when weather permitted. Those who were lucky
enough to have know Jeff will always remember his quick wit and sense of
humor, which he kept until he passed away.
Jeff is survived by his
wife, the former Katrina Fisher, to whom he was marred August 3, 1985; and
his beloved dog, Mae.
He was preceded in death by his parents as well
as his brother, Terry Maurer.
Family will receive friends on
Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 10 a.m. until noon at the James L. Hinckley
Jr. Funeral Home and Cremaion Services Inc., Berwick. Burial will be
at the convenience of the family.
Jeff's wishes were for any memorial
contributions to be sent to the Animal Resource Center, P.O. Box 439,
Bloomsburg, PA. 17815.
Family and friends may send online condolences
to jameslhinckleyjrfuneralhome.com. The James L. Hinckley Jr. Funeral
Home and Cremation Services Inc., Berwick is handling arrangements.
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Phillip R. May |
Aug. 20, 2007Phillip R. May
Vietnam Veteran enjoyed riding his Harley
Phillip R. May, 57 of rural Berwick, ended his journey in this life at
9:15 PM Monday, Aug, 20, 2007, in Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, of Lou
Gehrig's Disease.
Phillip was born in Bloomsburg on Dec. 4, 1949, the only child of Nora
May, Berwick, and Ronald May, Zenith. A Berwick High School Graduate,
he served with the U. S. Army as an air traffic controller in Vietnam.
He was a painter with Union Local 21 before leaving due to disability.
His enjoyment was riding his Harley-Davidson.
He will be remembered by, besides hi parents, a company of many years,
Helen Jane Vezendy; and the joy of his life, his grandson, William Sitler,
Berwick.
His life will be reflected by a memorial service on Saturday at 3 PM in
the Heller Funeral Home, Nescopeck, with family and friends presiding.
Calling hours are 1 - 3 PM Saturday. No flowers, please.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
Taken from the Berwick Enterprise. |
Rickey J. Miknich
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Rickey ‘Brother Jon’ Miknich
Brother in Berwick is among friar’s survivors
Rickey J. Miknich, “Brother Jon”, 70, of Berwick died Thursday
night, Nov. 15, 2018, in Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, from
complications of leukemia.
Born in Berwick, he was the son of the late Michael and Helen Miknich.
He was a 1968 graduate of Berwick High School and was educated as a
Byzantine Franciscan Friar at St. Basil The Great Seminary, Stamford,
Conn.
Brother Jon served at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church,
Edwardsville, and Ss. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church,
Wilkes-Barre, until a few weeks ago.
He is survived by his godson, Brian Rubenstein, who was like a brother
to him; two brothers: Barry Chura (Pamela), New York, and Michael Miknich,
Berwick; one sister, Michelle Stachak (Brian), Nanticoke; nieces, nephews,
cousins, and most special cousin, Sharon Miknich, Bloomsburg.
A Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated by The Very Rev. Paul R. Wolensky
on Tuesday at noon in St. Vladimir Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church,
70
Zerby Ave., Edwardsville, PA 18704. Viewing for family and friends
will be on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of liturgy. Interment will
follow in Ss. Cyril & Methodius Cemetery, Berwick.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred for St.
Vladimir’s Mortgage Debt,
70
Zerby Ave., Edwardsville, PA 18704.
Arrangements are by the Edward J. Chomko Funeral Home & Cremation
Services, 262 Railroad Ave., West Scranton.
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Frank Milo |
July 15, 1976
"Frank Milo
Berwick man suffers fatal injuries in fall
The death Wednesday of a 25 year old Berwick painter who fell while
working on the exterior of a Millville store was been attributed to a skull
fracture.
Frank Mile, Jr., of 310 E 10th. St. died in the emergency room of
Geisinger Medical Center, Danville at about 12:30 P.M., some two hours after
he fell while painting at Shafer's Village Store, Main and Railroad Sts.,
Millville.
According to the owner of the Millville establishment, Betty Shafer, Milo
began working on the building about two weeks ago. Earlier, the owner
said, Milo had been working on the third level of the three story structure,
but it was not known if he was at that height when he plunged to the
pavement.
The Shafer women said she was talking on the telephone at the back of the
store when an unidentified person called a clerk requesting an ambulance.
Meanwhile, a member of Milo's crew ran to Gordner's Market, located nearby,
to request an ambulance. Gordner said his daughter ran to the fire
hall and sounded the alarm. The Millville ambulance transported the
victim to Geisinger Medical Center where was [pronounced dead.
Milo was the son of Frank and Irmgrit Reinken Milo and was a lifelong
resident of Berwick.
He was graduated from Berwick Area High School in 1968 and previously had
been employed with his father as a painting contractor.
He was a member of Good Shephard Lutheran Church, Berwick.
Surviving in addition to his parents are his wife, the former Ann M.
Bednarski: two children, Frank Joshua and Melinda, both at home; a sister,
Donna J. Milo, and a brother, Erwin Milo, both of Berwick.
Services will be held Saturday morning at 10 from the Jan Fabian Funeral
Chapel, Berwick, with the Rev. Robert Sternat, his pastor, officiating.
Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut St., Berwick."
Taken from the Berwick Enterprise
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Arden R. Oliver |
Arden F. Oliver, 65, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2015 in his
home. Arden was born on April 8, 1950 to the late Arden and Helen Oliver.
He graduated from Berwick High School in 1968 and married his high
school sweet heart just a year later. They have been married for 46
years, celebrating their anniversary on October 11.
In addition to his wife, Mary Lou Oliver, Arden is survived by four
children; Arden F. Oliver Jr. and wife Angela of Berwick, Connie Donlin
and husband Eddie of Berwick, Kileen Stout and husband Randy of
Wapwallopen, and Christine Oliver of Berwick. Also ten grandchildren;
Alexander, Nicholas, and Gabriel Oliver, Jasmine, Nora, and Raina Donlin,
Korrin, Saidee, and Emme Stout, and Blaze Croop, two brothers; Brent
Oliver and wife Kathy of Sweet Valley, and Dennis Halda of Philadelphia.
Also a step-brother Tony Fenicchia and a step-sister Joanne Fenicchia.
Arden was an avid outdoorsman; he loved hunting, fishing and exploring
the world around him. He was also a skilled story-teller and self-taught
historian who could tell the story of every object that resided in his
Antique shop on front street in Berwick. Arden was a Berwick Councilman
and a mason at the Knapp Lodge in Berwick. Arden loved to be surrounded by
family and friends and would often offer bits of wisdom that came to be
known as “Arden-isms” One of his favorites and most repeated was the
Latin phrase “Tempus Fugit” which translates into English as “time
flies.” Arden truly knew how to embrace and enjoy life and will be
missed by many.
A time of visitation will be held from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm
at LCBC Church (20 Kachinka Hollow Road) on Monday, October 26, 2015. A
memorial service will follow with Pastor Brad Travelpiece officiating.
Family and friends may send online condolences to
jameslhinckleyjrfuneralhome.com.
From The James L. Hinckley Jr. Funeral Home, 1024 Market St. Berwick is
handling arrangements. |
Maryann O'Dell
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Maryann O'Dell 1999 in Florida |
Ruth Pennypacker
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Ruth Pennypacker |
Dorothy Pifer (Drumheller)
Is Dorothy
objecting to have her picture taken at the Birthday Party?
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Oct. 22, 2016
"Dorothy M. Drumheller
Retired from Berwick Hospital Center
Dorothy M. Drumheller. age 66, 703-B Mountain Road, Shickshinny
(Jonestown), died Saturday evening, Oct. 22, 2016, at the Geisinger
Medical Center, Danville, where she had been a patient.
Born in Berwick, March 6, 1950, she was the daughter of the late
William and Maryann (Harmon) Pifer. She resided in Fishingcreek
Township, Columbia County for the past 36 years.
Dorothy was a 1968 graduate of Berwick High School. She enjoyed
spending time with her granddaughters and loved to read, having read the
complete Bible several times.
She was employed by the Berwick Hospital Center in medical records
department from 1992 until retiring in September of 2016.
Dorothy was preceded in death by a brother, William Pifer.
Dorothy is survived by her husband, Mark Drumheller, with whom she
celebrated 36 years of marriage on June 28, 2016; a daughter, Di Morgan, Lafayette,
CO.; a son, David J. Blackledge Jr. and his wife, Jacky, Bloomsburg; three
granddaughters: Ryan Morgan, Harper Blackledge, and Kennedy Blackledge;
and two sisters.
A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016,
at the Nescopeck Township Fire Company, 510 Zenith Rd, Nescopeck, from 3 -
7 PM
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Dean W. Kriner Inc.
Funeral and Cremation Service, 325 Market St., Bloomsburg."
Taken from the Press Enterprise.
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Terry Probst |
Terry E. "Butch" Probst PPL Retiree enjoyed
fishing and hunting trips
Terry E. “Butch” Probst, 70, of Nescopeck passed away on Sunday, Aug. 29,
2021, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
B orn
in Berwick on Jan. 31, 1951, he was a son of the late Theron and Audrey
(Slusser) Probst.
He graduated from Berwick High School in 1968.
Butch enlisted in the United States Army. At the age of 19, while serving in
the Vietnam War, he became a member of the Nescopeck VFW Post 8227 and would
later become a life member and serve as a past commander. He retired from
PP&L after 30 years.
In 1973, he married the former Kathy Shortz and started a family. Butch was
also a member of the American Legion Post No. 0781, the NRA, Mifflinville
Rangers, Six County Fireman’s Association, Slavonic American Club and the
Berwick Russian Glee Club. He was a lifetime member of HOG and Reliance Fire
Company. He was also a Gift of Life donor. Butch enjoyed riding his Harley
Davidson for many years, up and down the East Coast. He liked to take many
trips with his family to Key West, the Everglades, and all over Florida. He
liked to go fishing on Lake Ontario and Pine Island in Florida, or on
hunting trips in Texas. He loved the trips to wine country in New York with
all of his extended family. Butch also liked NASCAR. He would attend many
races with his wife, where they would take their camper along and spend the
weekend.
In addition to his wife, he will be greatly missed by
his son, Terry L. Probst, Nescopeck; daughter, Kimberly Foust, Nescopeck;
grandson, Travis Foust and wife Katie, Berwick; great-grandsons, Landon
Matthew and Aiden Lee Foust. He also leaves behind a sister, Elizabeth
Mowery and husband Darwin, Berwick; sister-in-law, Theresa “Sue” Probst,
Berwick; mother-in-law, Norma Shortz, Nescopeck; and numerous nieces,
nephews and friends.
Thank you to all our neighbors and friends and, of
course, our adopted family, especially Ray and Heather and Derek.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death
by a sister, Patricia Jones; brother, Steven Probst; father-in-law, Leonard
“Corky” Shortz; and son-in-law, Brian Foust.
A funeral service with military honors will be held
at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, at Heller Funeral Home LLC, 633 E. Third
St., Nescopeck. Family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until
the time of the service.
The family would like to extend a big thank you to
the nurses and doctors in the Geisinger trauma ICU fifth floor for all their
thoughtfulness and compassion during his stay there.
Memorial contributions can be sent to Nescopeck
Memorial VFW Post 8227, P.O. Box 378, Nescopeck, PA 18635. All donations
will be used for the Nescopeck VFW’s public boat launch in Wapwallopen.
Online messages of comfort may be sent to condolences@ hellerfuneral.com
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Duayne A. Powell |
February 28, 1991
"Duayne A. Powell
Berwick graduate was veteran of Vietnam
Duayne A Powell, 40 of 417 S Ninth. St., Quakertown, formerly of Berwick,
died Thursday afternoon at the Veterans Administration Hospital and Medical
Center, Wilkes-Barre, following a brief illness. He had been
hospitalized for six weeks.
Born June 19, 1950, in Berwick, he was a son of Thomas H. Powell, with
who he resided, and Ruth Marshall Powell, who died Dec. 15, 1974. A
brother, Alan R. Powell, died May 22, 1984.
He was last employed as a weld/machinist by Northwestern Industrial
Maintenance Company, Mount Vernon, Wash.
A veteran of the Vietnam War, he had been a disabled veteran for three
years.
He was a member of the Bower Memorial United Methodist Church, Berwick.
Mr. Powell was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and the
Bethlehem YMCA. He was a avid bow hunter and was a member of the
Berwick Archery Club.
He had lived in Quakertown with his father for three years. He
lived previously in Denver, Colo., and the state of Washington.
He graduated from Berwick High School in 1968 and attended Williamsport
Community College, where he majored in drafting.
Surviving, in addition to his father, are two daughters: Karen M Powell,
Stanwood, Wash.; Kimberly L. Powell, New Haven, N.Y.; and a sister, Mrs.
Miles (Sharyn L.) Peck, Stanwood, Wash.
Memorial services will be held Saturday at 2 P.M. from the
Kelchner-McMichael-Hindman Funeral Home, 119-121 E. Third St., Berwick, with
the Rev. William L. Price, pastor emeritus of the Town Hill United Methodist
Church, officiating."
Taken from the Press Enterprise.
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Robert A 'Bob' Pursel |
June 5, 2012
Robert A 'Bob' Pursel
Vietnam vet was industrial welder/pipe fitter
The family of Robert A. "Bob" Pursel, 62, sadly announce his
passing on Sunday, June 5, 2012, in St. Louis, Mo.
Bob, the son of Atwood and Elaine Pursel, was raised in Nescopeck and
graduated from Berwick High School in 1968. He immediately served in the
U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and returned home to begin his family in
Berwick.
In the early 1980s, Bob relocated his family to Ocala, Fla., for
employment and much warmer winters for nearly 15 years. He later moved to
St. Louis with his girlfriend, Lori Adams, to complete his life's journey,
but always considered the beauty of Pennsylvania as his "home."
Bob was a hardworking, dependable and dedicated industrial welder and
sprinkler/pipe fitter by trade. He was more a devoted and caring family
man with a heart of gold for us left to treasure. Bob enjoyed fishing,
hunting, nature walks, hiking and flying kites. He loved Stuccio's Pizza,
racing his go-kart years ago and took much pride in his new tractor.
In addition to his parents and girlfriend, he is survived by three
children: Michelle Welsh, rural Berwick; Tracy Byrd and husband Scott,
Ocklawaha, Fla.; Kyle Pursel, Winter Park, Fla.; four grandchildren:
Mollie Hamblen, Trevor Welsh, Logan Byrd and Justin Byrd; sister Rebecca
Grasley and husband, Ed, New Jersey; brother David Pursel, Lake Lehman;
niece Jennifer Heffner, Lehighton; and nephew Matthew Heffner, Hollywood,
Calif.
"Always in our hearts."
He is entrusted to the care of the Heller Funeral Home, Nescopeck,
where services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Dean Walrath,
pastor of Calvary St. Paul's United Methodist Churches, Berwick,
presiding. He will be laid to rest in the family plot at Elan Memorial
Park, Lime Ridge. Call 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday.
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Merlin E. Rinehimer |
September 28, 1986
"Merlin E. Rinehimer Former Berwick man killed in Texas crash Austin,
Texas - A former Berwick man was killed in a head-on collision near here
early Sunday morning when his car was "apparently on the wrong side of the
road," according to the Texas Highway Patrol. Merlin E. Rinehimer, 36, of
116 Signal Hill, Leander, Texas, was pronounced dead at the scene of head
and internal injuries by a member of the Travis County Medical Examiner's
Office, according to a police spokesman. The driver and two passengers in
the second car were hospitalized, one in serious condition, at Brackenridge
Hospital in Austin after the 1:35 A.M. collision, he added. Police said
Rinehimer was traveling north on Ranch Road 620, just north of World of
Tennis Boulevard on the outskirts of Austin, in his 1971 AMC Hornet. They
said he "was apparently on the wrong side of the road" when his vehicle
collided head-on with the other driver's 1972 Mercedes-Benz. Both
vehicles were severely damaged. A former Berwick R.D. 1 resident, he was
born April 16, 1950, in Nanticoke, a son of Helen Rinehimer, Berwick R. D.
1, and Claude H. Rinehimer, who died in March. He was self-employed in the
real estate and construction business for several years in Austin.
Prior to that he had been employed at Austin Ford, where he was supervisor
of the service department. Before moving to Texas, where he had lived for
six years, he had worked for his father as a mechanic at Rinehimer Farm
Equipment, Berwick R.D. 1. He graduated from Berwick High School in 1968
and was a graduate of Williamsport Area Community College. He was a
member of Stone United Methodist Church, Berwick, R. D. 1. Surviving in
addition to his mother are two brothers, Wayne R. and Carl E. Rinehimer,
both of Berwick R.D. 4; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Edith Rinehimer, Dorrance;
and paternal grandmother Mrs. Luther (Catherine) Rinehimer, Berwick R.D. 1;
and three nieces. Services will be announced by the Hinckley Funeral Home,
Berwick." Taken from the Press Enterprise |
James Ross |
October 6, 1974
"James Ross
Berwick James Francis Ross, 24 of 1215 East Front Street, Berwick, died
at Berwick Hospital on Sunday afternoon, shortly after being admitted.
Death followed an extended illness. Born in Harrisburg on March 5, 1950,
he was the son of Dr. Joseph V. M. Ross and Eleanor Horvath Ross. He
graduated from Kings College in 1972 and was a partner in Moondance, Inc., a
retail record and tape store in Wilkes-Barre. He was a member of the
Immaculate Conception Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Berwick.
Surviving in addition to his parents is a sister, Mrs. Michael (Deborah)
Andrewshetsko, Perth Amboy, N. J. Mass of Christian Burial will be held
from his church at 9 A.M. Wednesday with a cousin, the Rev. Fr. V. Leonard
Casey, pastor of St. Columba Church, Bloomsburg, officiating. Burial
will be in the Parish cemetery." Taken from the Berwick Enterprise |
Deborah A Rough (Charles) |
Deborah A Charles Berwick Native,
a dedicated mother and grandmother
Deborah A. Charles, 70, of Kissimmee, Florida, passed away on Wednesday,
June 16, 2021, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, following a brief
illness.Born in Berwick on September 16, 1950, she was a daughter of the
late Ronnie Rough Sr. and Kate (Nash) Lee. She graduated from Berwick High
School and worked for Walmart for a short time. Deborah focused mainly on
her home and was a dedicated mother and grandmother.
She will be greatly missed by her children: Stephen Charles and companion
Shelby Swisher, Unityville; Brandy Charles, Mt. Carmel; Nicole Bowers and
companion Demetry Thomas, Kissimmee, Fla.; “Jay” Felton Thompson and wife
Lisa, Winter Park, Fla.; Darnell Thompson and wife Shasha, Poinciana; 20
grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was looking forward to the
birth of another great-grandchild this September. She also leaves behind a
brother, Ronnie Rough, Berwick; and nieces, nephews; two uncles, George and
Jerry; and cousins.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons Dranoel
Thompson and Thomas Charles and son-in-law Doug Ham.
A viewing will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at Heller
Funeral Home, LLC, 633 E. Third St., Nescopeck.
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Sandra Schock Van Pelt Greenfield
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April 29, 1998 "Sandra Lee Greenfield -
Counselor at Clear Brook facility Sand Lee (Van Pelt) Greenfield, 47, of
413 E 11th St Berwick, died Wednesday, April 29, 1998 at Hospice of VNA,
Wilkes-Barre. Born March 21, 1951, in State College, she was the
daughter of Phyllis Bruck Schock, Berwick, and the late Earl Robert Schock
in her early years she lived in Madison Conn. and moved back to Berwick at
the age of 13. She was a 1968 graduate of Berwick High School. Greenfield
was formerly employed as an executive secretary and field service
manager for the Acme Stores corporate headquarters,
Phoenixville. In 1994 she was transferred to the northeast section
of Acme Stores and returned to Berwick. After the northeast stores
were sold, Greenfield returned to college to study for a degree in drug
and alcohol counseling. She then was employed as a counselor at
Clear Brook Lodge facility for the treatment of teenage addiction. Greenfield
attended the First Baptist Church of Berwick. She is survived by her
husband of 16 months, Howard Greenfield, a son: Shawn Van Pelt, Berwick; a
stepson: Stephen A. Greenfield; and three stepdaughters: Jillian
Greenfield, Abby Greenfield, and Shelly Greenfield, all of Clarks Summit. A
memorial service will be held Saturday at 2 P.M. at the first Baptist
Church, 224 W. Front St., Berwick, with the Rev. Craig Martin
officiating. Burial will be in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut St.,
Berwick. Arrangements are under the direction of the Mayo Funeral Home
Inc., 110 Chestnut St., Berwick." Taken from the Press Enterprise.
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Vaughn J. Scrip |
Vaughn J. "Cougar" Scrip
Berwick Native Served in Vietnam
Vaughn J. “Cougar” Scrip, 70, of Myrtle Beach passed away
peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at Ralph Johnson VA Medical Center
in Charleston, S.C
Born in Berwick on November 2, 1949, he was the son of the late John
and Ellen (Reagan) Scrip.
He is survived by a son, Vaughn Scrip (Lydee Garrison) Dallas; three
sisters: Barbara Trefethen, California; Nanci Manetta (John), and Elena
Lockard of Berwick. His extended family included many beloved nieces and
nephews.
Although those closest to him joked that his phone never dialed out, he
loved to hear from his family and friends. Cougar was known for his love
of cars, dining out and warm weather. He fulfilled his dream of retiring
in the south and spent it with his companion, Patti Polk
Vaughn was drafted into the army and served in Vietnam from 1969 to
1971. He retired after 20 years as a conductor at Canadian Pacific
Railway. He was a member of the Berwick Russian Club, West Berwick Hose
Co., VFW and American Legion
A Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family at
a later date.\
Should friends desire, a memorial contribution may be made to the
Fisher House, 150 Wentworth St., Charleston, S.C. 29401. The Fisher House
provides a comforting home away from home for veterans’ families while
their loved ones receive medical care
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Bradley Shultz |
October 21, 1981
"Bradley Shultz
Berwick - A 30 year old Bloomsburg man died early Thursday morning after
the motorcycle he was operating crashed on Route 894, Fishingcreek Township
near Jonestown Mountain Wednesday night. The victim was identified by
police as Bradley K. Shultz, 6960 Hillside Drive, Bloomsburg. Troopers
said Shultz was traveling south at about 11 P.M. Wednesday when his cycle
went off the east berm as it rounded a curve. The motorcycle struck a
tree stump throwing Shultz to the ground. The victim, police said, was
taken to Berwick Hospital and emergency personnel at Geinsinger Medical
Center were dispatched in the Life Flight helicopter. Shultz, who suffered
massive head and internal injuries, died in the emergency room at Berwick
Hospital despite efforts by the GMC team and local medical staff. He
was pronounced dead at 2:10 A.M. by Dr. Leon Beeler, a GMS physician.
Troopers said the 1981 Suzuki motorcycle was moderately damaged in the
accident. Shultz was born in Berwick and graduated from Berwick High
School in 1968. He was a machinist at Multiplex Manufacturing Co.,
Berwick. He was a member of the Hetlerville United Methodist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Lynne Gilbert Shultz; three daughters at home,
Christy, Jennifer, and Beth Anne; his parents, Dale and Betty McMurtrie
Shultz, Berwick; a brother, Randol Shultz, New Port Richey, Fla.; paternal
grandmother Mrs. John Shultz, Bushnell Fla. Funeral services will be held
from the James L. Hinckley Jr. Funeral Home, Market Street, Berwick at 11
A.M. Monday with the Rev. Robert Basom, Hetlerville United Methodist Church,
and the Rev. Larry Hummel, Shiloh Bible Church, Almedia, officiating.
Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street, Berwick.: Taken from
the Morning Press |
Cindy L. Shaffer (Berkheiser)
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Cindy Lou Berkheiser Special Education Teacher loved her
pets and Maine
Cindy Lou Berheiser, 73, of Bloomsburg died Friday,
May 26, 2023 at Glen Brook Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Berwick.
Born April 10, 1950, in Berwick, she was the daughter of the late John
and Dorothy (Eveland) Shaffer.
A graduate of Berwick HIgh School,
Class of 1968, she went on to Bloomsburg University, where she earned her
B.A. in special education in 1972 and her M.Ed. in 1974.
Ms.
Berheiser was emplyed as a specail education teacher in the Intermediate
Unit 16 and retired from Bloomsburg Memorial School in 2014.
Cindy
was a volunteer for PA Pets in the thrift store, and the Bloomsburg Food
Cupboard.
She enjoyed lighthouses, Maine, crocheting and knittling.
She cherished spending time with her family, friends, and many dogs and
cats.
Cindy is survived by her son, Radd Paul Berkheiser of
Alexandria, VA; her brother, Gary Shaffer and his wife, Ginny, of
Northumberland; her cat, Charlie; and her partner, Greg Landis.
A
visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, from noon until the time
of funeral services at 1:00 PM at the Mayo Funeral Home Inc. 110 Chestnut
St., Berwick, with Mike Delp, Hospice Chaplin, officiating.
Donations
can be made in her memory to: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's
Research or to the Pennsylvania SPCA.
Interment will be in Roselawn
Cemetery, Berwick.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Mayo
Funeral Home, Inc., Berwick.
For additional informaiton or to send
online condolences, please visit
www.mayofh.com.
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Franklin Shaffer |
July 28, 1969
"Franklin Shaffer
Franklin I. Shaffer, nineteen, 208 East Seventh Street, Berwick, died at
9:50 yesterday morning at Geisinger Medical Center. He had been ill
for a month and one half, and a patient at the hospital since July 17. He
was born in Berwick, Feb. 9, 1950, a son of Leroy J. and Shirley Wolfinger
Shaffer, Jr. A Graduate of Berwick Area High School this past June, he
was employed part-time at the Baer Silk Mill, Berwick. Prior to his
illness, he was a member of the Berwick Forge and Fabricating team in the
softball league. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Berwick.
Surviving are his parents: four sisters, Lynn Marie, Kelly Lee, Janet Lee,
and Ruth Ann, all at home; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Shaffer,
Berwick; paternal great grandfather, Charles Smith and maternal
grandfathers, Orval Wolfinger, both of Berwick. Funeral services will be
held at two P.M. Thursday from the Robert N. Hindman Funeral Home, Berwick,
with Rev. Arthur Ohl, St. John's Lutheran Church, Mifflinville, officiating.
Burial will be in Rose Lawn cemetery, Berwick." Taken from the Morning
Press" |
Darlene A. Slavich Knorr |
Darlene A. Slavich Knorr
Feb. 7, 2007
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Floyd H. 'Binzy' Slusser |
Dec. 20, 2000
"Floyd H. 'Binzy' Slusser
Man enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening
Floyd H. "Binzy" Slusser, 50, of 222 Hobbie Road, Nescopeck,died at
10:55 at the home of a daughter in Berwick.
Born Sept. 20, 1950, in Briggsville, he was a son of Floyd Slusser,
Briggsville, and the late Margaret DeFrain Slusser, who died Jan. 7, 1992.
He graduated from Berwick High School in 1968.
Slusser was employed by Valley Seeding, Sugarloaf.
He was a former social member of the Nescopeck VFW Post and the Nescopeck
Township Fire Co.
Slusser enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening.
A half-brother, Russell Konderchek , died June 19, 2000.
In addition to his father, he is survived by tow daughters: Rebecca
Ridall, Berwick; and Amy Kathryn Slusser, Locust Gap; a son, Edward Michael
Slusser St., Berwick R.R. 4; six grandchildren; his companion of nine years,
Goldie Feather man, at home; a sister, Mrs. James (Patricia) Brown, and a
brother, Franklin Slusser, both of Briggsville; and two half-brothers: Ralph
Konderchek, Lime Ridge; and Robert Kondercheck, Quakertown.
Funeral Services will be 11 A.M. Saturday at the Heller Funeral Home,
Nescopeck, with the Rev. Wayne T. Lupole, Hospice St. John chaplain,
officiating. Burial will be in Schloyersville, Cemetery, Brisggsville."
Taken from the Press Enterprise.
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Joan M. Smith (Shaffer)
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5/10/2019
Joan M. Shaffer
Genealogy buff owned Cake and Candy Supply
Joan M. (Smith) Shaffer, 68, of Nescopeck, passed away on Thursday, May
9, 2019, at her home, with her loving family by her side.
Born in Berwick, on Nov. 26, 1950, she was the daughter of the late
Raymond E. and Janet M. (Schell) Smith. She was a graduate of Berwick High
School, Class of 1968. For over 30 years, she was the proprietor of
Shaffer’s Cake and Candy Supply, until its sale in 2018. She was
dedicated to her business and formed many friendships with her customers
over the years
Joan was an active member of Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church,
Nescopeck, where she sang in the choir and filled in as the organist when
needed. She was a member of the Elks Lodge #1138 in Berwick. She was a
genealogy buff and enjoyed putting together her family tree. She was
devoted to her family and attended as many of her grandchildren’s
sporting events as possible.
She will be greatly missed by her husband, Jason A. Shaffer, with whom
she celebrated a 50th wedding anniversary this past August; daughters:
Jodie Stradnick and husband “Jim”, Berwick; Jennifer Maczuga, Berwick;
grandchildren: Anthony Ernst, Samantha Tyrrell, Nathan Maczuga, and
Matthew Maczuga; brother, Carl Smith, and husband, Loren Artz, Berwick;
brother-in-law, Jacob Shaffer, and wife, Jeanne; many cousins; nieces and
nephews; and longest and dearest friend, Diane Kurapatskie.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her
son-in-law, Mark Maczuga; and grandson, Jason R. Shaffer.
A funeral service will be held at noon on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at
Heller Funeral Home, LLC, 633 E. Third St., Nescopeck, with her pastor,
the Rev. Jessica Kingsborough, officiating. Interment will follow in Elan
Memorial Park, Bloomsburg. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until
the time of service
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Faith
United Evangelical Lutheran Church, 801 E. Third St., Nescopeck, PA 18635.
Online messages of comfort may be sent to condolences@
hellerfuneral.com
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Steve Smith
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2012 |
Nancy J. Stiner (Heller) |
Nancy J. (Stiner) Heller
Dedicated Church Member, GMC Med Tech
Nancy J. (Stiner) Heller, 64, of First Avenue, Berwick, died Thursday,
Dec. 18, 2014 at Elmcroft Assisted Living in Berwick.
Born
Sept. 16, 1950, in Berwick, she was the daughter of the late J. Wesley and
M. Hope (Marshman) Stiner. A
graduate of Berwick High School, Class of 1968, she continued her
education at Temple University, earning her degree as a Medical
Technologist in 1972.
Mrs.
Heller was employed at Bloomsburg Hospital for 29 years and Geisinger
Medical Center in Danville for 12 years, retiring in March 2014 for health
reasons.
She
was a dedicated member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church where she served
as Authorized Lay Worship Leader in the Upper Susquehanna Synod.
Preceding
her in death was her husband of 32 years, Richard C. Heller, who died Jan.
24, 2004.
Nancy
is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Jeanne-Heller Wilson, and her
husband, Richard, of Pittsburgh; her son, Douglas Wesley Heller, and his
wife, April, of Pittsburgh; and four grandchildren: Charles Dylan Heller;
Ethan Richard Wilson; Nathaniel Paul Wilson; and Abigail Hope Wilson.
A
visitation will be held Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014, from 10 a.m. until the
time of funeral services at 11 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1600
Fowler Ave., Berwick, with the Rev. Martha Sue Moll, her pastor,
officiating.
Interment
will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street, Berwick.
In
lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Good
Shepherd Lutheran Church in Nancy’s memory.
Arrangements
are under the direction of the Mayo Funeral Home Inc., Berwick.
For
additional information or to send online condolences, visit www.mayofh.com
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Lawrence (Jimmie) Stradnick
Larry
(Jimmie) is sharing tales of adventures while at the Birthday Party
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Nov. 4, 2019
Lawrence 'Jim' Stradnick
Veteran, PennDOT retiree collected stamps
Lawrence “Jim” Stradnick, 68, of Berwick passed away on Nov. 4, 2019,
at his home with his family by his side
Born in Hazleton, on Dec. 14, 1950, he was a son of the late Lawrence J.
Stradnick and Lois J. (Rinehimer) Lewis.
He was a graduate of Berwick High School’s Class of 1968, and served
honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1970 to 1973, during the Vietnam War.
He was retired from PennDOT as a construction inspector.
Jim was a member of the Berwick Elks Lodge 1138, where he was a Past
Exalted Ruler; a life member of the American Legion 273; a charter member of
the Nescopeck AmVets; and a social member of the Nescopeck VFW Post 8227;
the Russian Club; American Ukrainian Citizens Club, and Mifflinville Fire
Company. He enjoyed going to auctions and collecting coins and stamps.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of five years, Jodie M. (Shaffer)
Stradnick; sons: Bob Stair and wife Danielle, Luzerne, Lawrence J.
“Larry” Stradnick and wife Priscilla, Murietta, Calif., Justin Stradnick
and wife Melissa, Lebanon; stepchildren: Scott Hummel, Berwick, Jennifer
Redis and husband Keith, Berwick, Anthony Ernst and fiancée Cassandra,
Altoona, Samantha Tyrrell and fiancé Zachery Weaver, Berwick; and 10
grandchildren. He also leaves behind a sister, Lori Karns and husband Ken,
Berwick; brothers: Lance Stradnick and wife Wanda, Hobbie, and Loren
“George” Stradnick and wife Gail, Hobbie; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepson,
Jason Shaffer, in 2013; and his stepfather, Charles “Ike” Lewis.
Family will receive friends from 9 until 10:30 a.m., followed by an Elks
Memorial Service on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Heller Funeral Home LLC, 633
E. Third St., Nescopeck. Funeral rites will begin at 11 a.m. with his
pastor, the Very Rev. Francis J. Tamburro, VF, St. Mary’s Church of the
Immaculate Conception BVM, officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Grove
Cemetery, Berwick.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Berwick
Elks, 117 W. Second St., Berwick, PA 18603 for their Veterans Fund.
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Rachel A Stout Burkes |
May 30, 2001
"Rachel A (Stout) Burkes
Employed by Bon Ton, Columbia Mall, six years
Rachel A. Berkes, 50, of 406 A Yost Hollow Road, Berwick, died early
Wednesday morning, May 30, 2001 at her home. She had been ill for 18
months.
Born Jan. 16, 1951, in the Bloomsburg Hospital, she was a daughter of the
late Hurley C. Jr. and Bernice (Blaine) Stout.
A lifelong resident of Berwick, she was a graduate of Berwick High School
in 1968, and had been active with her class reunion committee since
graduation.
Berkes was employed by the Bon Ton, at Columbia Mall, Bloomsburg, for the
past six years.
She was a volunteer driver for the American Cancer Society.
Berkes was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Berwick, where she was
a member of the choir.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph S. Berkes, to whom she was married
Sept. 4, 1971; a son Nyle Berkes, Bloomsburg; two daughters: Kathryn Berkes,
Round Rock, Texas; and Ann Berkes , at home; tow sisters: Mrs. Peter (Meliisa)
Leggieri, New York City; and Mrs. Daniel (Rebecca) Stauffer, Lime Ridge.
Funeral Services will be Saturday at 1 P.M. from the Mayo Funeral Home
Inc., Second and Chestnut Streets, Berwick, followed by a 1:30 P.M. Mass of
Christian Burial at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Berwick, with the Rev.
Dennis G. Dalessandro, her pastor, as celebrant. Burial will be in
Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street, Berwick."
Taken from the Press Enterprise
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Benjamin A Switzer
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Benjamin A. Switzer, 66, of Berwick passed away on
Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at his home, after a long illness.
Born in Berwick on January 20, 1950 he was the son of the late John E.
and Selena M. (Kreischer) Switzer. He graduated from Berwick High School
and worked at Consolidated Cigar for many years.
Ben loved dogs, especially his own, Oscar, Oreo and Heidi.
Surviving are his sisters and brothers: Barbara Farver, of Berwick;
Robert Switzer and wife Kay, of Berwick; Donald Switzer, of Shickshinny;
Linda Schnieder of NJ; Marian Bankes and husband Alan, Berwick; Judy Brown
and husband Herb, Orangeville; Edward Switzer and companion Cheryl Galler,
Berwick; Charles “Seymore” Switzer, Berwick; Cindy Milheim, Berwick;
Laura Richards and husband Randy, Berwick; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death are a brother, John E. Switzer, Jr. and a
sister, Kathy Ridall.
A private burial was held in Elan Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Ben’s name can be made
to: SPCA, 2801 Bloom Road, Danville, PA 17821.
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Thank you, Mr. Taylor.
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Frank M. Taylor
Longtime educator, former Berwick principal
Frank M. Taylor, aged 94, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June
18, 2011, after an extended illness. He was predeceased in 2008 by Elda,
his wife of 64 years.
Mr. Taylor is survived by two sons: Dr. Frank Taylor (and wife Joyce)
of Tampa, Fla., and Dr. James Taylor (and wife Susan) of Fort Myers,
Fla.; one brother, Mr. Richard Taylor (and wife Sandra) of Berwick; nine
grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A native of Berwick, Mr. Taylor was the son of the late Harold and
Edna Duke Taylor. He was educated in the Berwick Area schools and was a
1943 business education graduate of Bloomsburg State Teachers College,
from which he received the 1989 Alumni Association Distinguished Service
Award. He later (1949) earned a Master's Degree in secondary school
administration from Bucknell University.
In his pre-collegiate years, Mr. Taylor trained as a boxer and
participated in numerous competitive pugilistic events throughout
northeastern Pennsylvania during the late 1930s.
During World War II, he served in the Army Air Corps, training as a
fighter pilot.
Mr. Taylor's professional career was in the field of secondary
education. His teaching career began at Mifflin Township High School,
where he taught and coached from 1946-1949. From 1949-1957, Mr. Taylor
was an instructor in the commercial department of Berwick High School,
during which time he helped to initiate the interscholastic wrestling
program. Following a five-year stint as junior high school principal,
Mr. Taylor became Berwick Area Senior High School principal in 1961, a
position he held until his retirement in 1977. A highlight of his tenure
as senior high school principal was the initial accreditation for the
high school by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Mr. Taylor was a member of numerous professional organizations,
including the Pennsylvania State Education Association, the Pennsylvania
Interscholastic Athletic Association and the Bloomsburg University
Alumni Association. He had served on the official board and as
elementary Sunday school superintendent of the Mifflinville Methodist
Church.
Following his retirement and after several years of traveling, Mr.
and Mrs. Taylor moved to Tampa, Fla., in 1983, where they resided until
their deaths. Until their health failed, both had been active members of
the Seminole Presbyterian Church of Tampa. In the early 1990s, as an
indirect result of this involvement, Mr. Taylor was called out of
retirement by the church to lend his experience and credentials in the
project of adding grades 10 through 12 to the church's day-school.
Notably, in answering this temporary call, he served as the first
headmaster of the completed, K-through-12, Seminole Presbyterian (now
Cambridge Christian) School of Tampa.
Although hampered by poor health in recent years, Mr. Taylor was an
avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman, having been a founding member of
the Mifflinville Mountaineers Club. He will be remembered for his
strength of personality, his love of God and country, and his unselfish
devotion to family.
A memorial service is planned for Saturday, July 16, at 11 a.m. at
the Mifflinville Methodist Church, located at Fourth and Market streets
in Mifflinville.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the
Cambridge Christian School of Tampa, Providence Christian School of Cape
Coral (see Internet for mailing addresses), or any personally preferred
charity.
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Sam Trapane |
August 16, 2008 " Samuel T. Trapane - Berwick Native known as sincere
friend.
Samuel T. Trapane, 58, passed away Saturday morning, Aug. 16, 2008, at
his Fernandina Beach, Fla. residence. He was a native of Berwick,
and moved to Fernandina Beach in 1990 from Jacksonville, Fla.
He was of the Methodist faith.
Mr. Trapane graduated from Bloomsburg University, earned his mater's
degree in psychology from Webster University and attended law school at
Nova University. He was a captain with the U.S. Air Force and served
as navigator with flight crews. After leaving the Air Force, he
taught high school English for a while in Gainesville, Fla. Mr.
Trapane was also a computer networking expert and set up networking
capabilities for many companies in the Jacksonville, Fla and Kings B ay,
Ga. He set up the computer networking for the Nassau County school
district and assisted the Fernandina Beach Arts Academy with their
computer needs. He was an extremely intelligent man who also enjoyed
simple thins, such as walks on the beach, going out to eat with his mother
and friends, and riding with his friend, Glenn. He commented that
the part of his life he enjoyed the most was the time he spent traveling
with the Air Force. Above all it can be said that he was his own
man, a sincere friend and a man who wanted the best for this children.
Mr. Trapane was predeceased by his three brothers: Thomas Trapane Jr.,
Philip Trapane and Richard Trapane; and by his sister, Phyllis Trapane.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Anthony "Tony" and Vanessa
Trapane, of San Antonio, Texas, a daughter, Lauren Trapane, of San
Antonio, Texas; hi mother, Betty Jan Trapane of Mifflinville; a
granddaughter, Grace Trapane of San Antonio, Texas and several close
freinds: Glenn and Frankie Eckert of Summerville, S.C., Jeanette Nichlos
of Fernandina Beach, Fla.; Dale and Darlene Jennings, also of Fernandina
Beach. Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made
to the American Cancer Society, 1430 Prduential Drive, Jacksonville, FL.
32207. Arrangements by Green Pine Funeral Home."
Taken from the Press Enterprise. |
Irvin R. Thompson |
July 9, 2012
Irvin F. (Butch) Thompson, Jr.
Army veteran was fan of rock 'n' roll
Irvin F. Thompson Jr., 62, of Wilkes-Barre, formerly of Berwick, passed
away Monday, July 9, 2012, at the VA Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, on Feb. 4, 1950, he was the son of the late Irvin
and Florence (Redenski) Thompson.
The family moved to Berwick in 1954. Irvin graduated from Berwick High
School in 1968. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany and Vietnam.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Mary Harless;
and his nephews: Daniel Scott Harless and Timothy Petrusa.
He enjoyed caring for his houseplants and was fan of rock 'n' roll
music.
He is survived by sisters: Carolyn Mele and her husband, Frank,
Mifflinville; Florence Petrusa and her husband, Frank, Berwick; brother,
Jeffrey Thompson, of Bloomsburg; brother-in-law, Dan Harless, Ohio;
nephews: David Harless; Robert Harless; Chris Mele; Nick Mele; and niece,
Lori Petrusa.
Heller Funeral Home, Nescopeck, is assisting the family with
arrangements. Services will be private.
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Frances A Tuza (O'Dell) |
Francis
A. O'Dell
Nurse
Retired from Bloomsburg Hospital
Frances
A. O’Dell, 69, of Berwick died Friday, Sept. 20, 2019, at her home.
Born
April 15, 1950, in Berwick, she was the daughter of the late Joseph G. and
Anna (Fedorco) Tuza.
A
graduate of Berwick High School’s Class of 1968, Mrs. O’Dell was
employed as an R.N. at Bloomsburg Hospital until her retirement.
Fran
was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Berwick; the West Berwick
Hose Co., where she served as past president; the Slavonic Club; the
Russian Club; and the American Ukrainian Citizens Club.
Preceding
her in death were her husband of 22 years, Clarence J. O’Dell, her
companion, Jerry Lee Owens, her brother, Dennis Tuza, and her daughter,
Heather Hess.
Surviving
her are a daughter, Erika, wife of Peter Kendron, of Berwick; two
stepsons: Thomas O’Dell and his wife, Renada, of Los Angeles, Calif.,
and Timothy O’Dell of Berwick; two stepdaughters: Susan O’Dell of
Orlando, Fla., and Cathy, wife of Dan Harman, of Berwick; numerous
grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and her brother, Conrad Tuza, and
his wife, Marianne, of Charleston, S.C.
A
visitation will be held Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, from 10 a.m. until the
time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic
Church, 1730 Fowler Ave., Berwick, with the Very Rev. Francis J. Tamburro,
V.F., her pastor, officiating as celebrant.
Interment
will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street, Berwick.
In
lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation at
wish.org.
Arrangements
are under the direction of the Mayo Funeral Home Inc., Berwick.
For
additional information or to send online condolences, please visit
www.mayofh.com.
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Kay L. Uram
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March 15, 2012
Kay L Uram Thomas of Aurora, 61, passed away March 15, 2012. She
was born June 5,1950 in Berwick, PA., the daughter of Peter and Myrtle
(Van Pelt) Uram. Kay was a loving wife and mother and particularly
enjoyed caring for her grandchildren. She was also proud to care for
the children at Campanelli Elementary School in Schaumburg in the lunch
and after school programs.
Survivors include her husband, Morgan Thomas; sons, Peter (Kristin)
Thomas and Andrew Thomas; daughter, Rachel (Linzie) Lamemayer;
grandchilden, Joshua and Benjamin Lamemayer, and Isabelle and Owen
Thomas. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister,
Sharon Mowery; and an infant brother at birth.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 16, from 5 to 9 at the Healy
Chapel Sugar Grove Chapel. Interment will be in the Sugar Grove
Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes
Association, 30 N Michigan Ave., Suite 2015, Chicago, IL. 60602 or to
INFANT , Inc. 1108 Oak St., Winnetka, IL. 60093. For further
information, please call 630-466-1330 or visit www.healychape.com
to leave condolence.
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Joanna M. Ursi |
July 8, 2014
Joanna M Ursi of Orchard Way, Berwick, Saturday, July 5, 2014, at the
home of her father, with whom she was residing in Berwick.
Born April 2, 1950, in Berwick, she was the daughter of Tony Ursi,
Berwick, and the Late Marie "Mitzi" (Green) Ursi. A
1968 graduate of Berwick High Scholl, Joanna was employed for many years
as a bookkeeper for Fine Line homes before retiring as a bookkeeper from
Knorr Contracting.
Joanna was a member of St. Joseph's Church in Berwick. She was
also a former president and an active volunteer of Beyond Violence,
Berwick, and a member of the Berwick High School Reunion Committee.
In addition to her father, Tony Ursi, Joanna is survived by her
daughter, April, and husband, Jay O'Connor of Archbald, PA.; a son, Thomas
Corona of Berwick: five grandchildren, Kateri, Kaitlyn, Leslie, Leahy, and
Rockne O'Connor, Archbald; a sister, Marion, and husband, Jeff Meracle of
Beach Haven; and a brother Anthony P. Ursi of Berwick.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Marie "Mitzi"
(Green) Ursi, Berwick, and a son, Ronald J. Corona, Jr. Berwick.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 11, 2014, from 10 AM to 12:30
PM at the Mayo Funeral Home, Inc. 110 Chestnut St., Berwick. A
Mass of Christian Burial will follow the visitation at 1PM at St. Joseph's
Church, 721 Monro St., Berwick, with the Rev. Dennis G. Dalessandro, her
pastor, officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to Beyond Violence, 1612 Walnut St.,
Berwick, PA. 18603.
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Allan L. Vandermark
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Allan
L. Vandermark, 70, of Bloomsburg, passed away peacefully Friday, October
30, 2020 in his home and with his family at his side. Born in Berwick on
April 21, 1950, he was a son to the late Ray and Claire (Henrie)
Vandermark.
Allan
was a graduate of Berwick High School, Class of 1968. He had been employed
by Wise Foods for 17 years and, afterward, by K-Fab for 26 years. Allan
was a hardworking and loyal employee. He enjoyed camping, NASCAR, drinking
beer, and attending his grandchildren’s football games. His favorite
pastime, however, was spending time with his family, especially his
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Surviving
Allan are his children: Lexie Andrews and husband, James, of Berwick and
Allan B. Vandermark of Berwick; grandchildren: Eric Andrews Vandermark and
wife, Kelsey, Skilar Andrews, Courtney Piestrak, Alyssa Vandermark,
Gabriel Vandermark, A.J. Vandermark, Mason Vandermark, Liam Vandermark,
and Landon Vandermark; and great-grandchildren: Peyton Andrews, Cole
Andrews, Nevaeh Andrews, and Jupiter Piestrak.
In
addition to his parents, Allan was preceded in death by his loving wife of
35 years, Vivian I. (Markle) Vandermark, who passed away December 12,
2006.
All
are welcome to join Allan’s family for his viewing 5:00-7:00 PM
Wednesday, November 4 at the Kelchner, McMichael & Readler Funeral
Home, Inc., 119-121 E. Third Street, Berwick and his graveside service
11:00 AM Thursday, November 5 at Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street,
Berwick. Pastor Chad Hebrink of Grace Lutheran Church, Berwick, will
officiate. Online messages of love and support can be left at www.kelchnerfuneralhome.com.
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Mark L. Wenner |
Mark L. Wenner Longtime Truck Driver earned 3
million-mile award
Mark L. Wenner of Nescopeck passed away on
Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
Born on April 14, 1949, he was a son of the late Wilbur and Vera (Chapin)
Wenner. He was raised in Nescopeck and graduated from Berwick High School in
1968.
Mark started truck driving at the age of 18.
For many years, he owned his own truck and drove for several different
trucking companies. Most recently, he was a driver for Wise Foods, where he
earned his 3,000,000-mile award at his retirement in 2019.
He
had a love for trucks, and even when not driving, he would often spend his
free time working on them. He liked John Deere tractors, too. He liked
football; his favorite team was the Pittsburgh Steelers. He enjoyed playing
with the family dog, Diesel. When his daughter was younger, he spent a lot
of his time taking her and her horses to shows.
He
will be greatly missed by his wife of 50 years, Sally A. (Laubach) Wenner;
children: Lori Kline and husband Dennis, Bel Air, Md.; Bob Belcher and wife
Joey, Nescopeck; Brad Wenner, Bloomsburg; Kristy Wenner, Orlando, Fla.;
grandchildren: Erica Kline, Chelsea Wenner, Shaina Jasler, Matt Kline,
Andrew Wenner, Kira Belcher and Jamie Belcher; and great-grandchildren:
Charlotte Rockey, Ella Rockey and Hunter Creveling.
A memorial
service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, at Heller Funeral
Home LLC, 633 E. Third St., Nescopeck, with Pastor Rick DeLina officiating.
Interment will follow in Mount Zion Cemetery, Briggsville. Family will
receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his memory to your
favorite charity.
Online messages of comfort may be sent to
condolences@ hellerfuneral.com.
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Eric M. White |
Eric M. White |
Daniel G. Whitenight |
April 25, 1995
"Daniel G. Whitenight
Was an assistance manager of area stores Services of Daniel G.
Whitenight, 46,of 1157 Sixth Ave., Berwick will be Tuesday at 4 P.M. at the
Berwick Christian Church, Fifth and Central Avenue, with Rev. Roy E. Row
officiating. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street,
Berwick. He died Friday evening, Aug. 25, 1996, at his home. He was
in failing health for several years. Born Sept. 19, 1948, in Berwick, he
was the son of Roger A. Whitenight, Port St. Lucie, Fla., and the late
Eloise Fagles. He graduated from Berwick High School in 1968. He was
district manager for Time Markets from 1989 to 1992 in the Berwick,
Bloomsburg, and Milton areas. He previously was a store manager for the
Eagle Family Discount Store, Miami, Fla. During that time he was shot and
seriously wounded in a robbery attempt in 1981. He was an assistant
manager at the former Nichols Discount Store, Bloomsburg, and was an
assistant manager at the Ames Store, Berwick. During high school, he
worked at the former American Auto Store, Berwick and also worked at the
Will Run Golf Course. He was a former active member of Berwick Christian
Church, when his health permitted. He was a member of Berwick Elks
Lodge, and held various offices. He was assistant coach of midget
football in Berwick. He was a former active member of the Berwick Athletic
Association, and coached the Berwick High School bowling team for five
years, just recently tendering his resignation. Surviving in addition to
his father are his wife, the former Mary C. 'Connie' Geary, with whom he
would have celebrated a 20th. wedding anniversary on August 28th.; one son,
Greg Horne, Allentown; three daughters: Michelle Whitenight, at home; Sherri
Horne and Susan Robison, both of Berwick; tow brothers: Terry A. Whitenight,
Kissimmee, Fla.; Theodore 'Ted' Whitenight, San Antonio, Texas; one sister,
Mrs. Larry (Judith Ann) Schnerr, Berwick R.R. 4; one grandson; and his
stepmother, the former Thelma Hildebrand. A brother, Ronnie D. Whitenight,
died September 1992. Arrangements are under the direction of the James L.
Hinckley, Jr. Funeral Home, Berwick." Taken from the Press Enterprise |
Fred R. Whitmire Jr. |
September 3, 1981
"Fred R. Whitmire Jr.
Fred R. Whitmire Jr., 32, of 613 E. Fourth St., Nescopeck, died early
Thursday morning at his home.
He was born in Berwick Hospital, August 30, 1949, the son of Frederick R.
and Gladys Moser Whitmire Sr., Nescopeck. He had lived in Nescopeck
all his life.
He had been employed as a welder for Bechtel Corp., and prior to that,
the Chicago Bridge and Iron Co., Delaware. He was a member of St.
Mark's Lutheran Church, Nescopeck, the Nescopeck Volunteer Fire Co., No. 1,
Berwick Rod and Gun Club and a social member of the Nescopeck VFW.
In additions to his parents, he is survived by his wife, the former Debra
Turnack, to whom he was married five years; two daughters, Crystal Ann, 13
and Angela Lee, 11, both at home; and two sisters, Mrs. James (Janet) Krouse,
Berwick, and Carol Ann Whitmire, Wilkes-Barre.
Services will be held Sunday at 2 P.M. from St. Mark's Lutheran Church
Nescopeck, with Rev. Harold Hand Jr., his pastor officiating. Burial
will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street, Berwick.
Arrangements are in the charge of Heller Funeral Home, Nescopeck."
Taken from the Morning Press
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Sandra L. Wolfe (Eddinger) |
July 10, 2013
"Sandra Lee “Sandy” Eddinger, 63, of Pine Street, Berwick,
died Monday, July 8, 2013, at her home.
Born on Aug. 22, 1949, in Berwick, she was the daughter of the late
Samuel and Mildred (Creasy) Wolfe.
A graduate of Berwick High School’s Class of 1968, she was employed
at Ames until 1985.
Mrs. Eddinger was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church.
Among her interests were reading books, collecting Boyd’s Bears,
Serafin Angels, and crystals. She cherished spending time with her family
and her two dogs.
Sandy is a survived by her husband of 44 years, Kerry “Carp”
Eddinger; her son: Matthew R. Eddinger and his wife Leslie of Berwick; and
her sister: Sheila Shultz of Hudson, Fla.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2013, from 1 p.m. until
the time of funeral services at 2 at the Mayo Funeral Home Inc., 110
Chestnut St., Berwick, with the Rev. Robert Eddinger of Ridge Street
United Methodist Church officiating.
Interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Walnut Street, Berwick.
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J. Barry Wyshinski |
John Barry Wyshinski - Air Force Veteran Spoke 6
Languages
John Barry Wyshinski, 72, of Buckeye Arizona, suffered a
massive stroke Monday, July 17, 2023, and passed away peacefully Friday,
July 21, 2023, with his family at his side.
Barry was born Aug. 7,
1950, in San Diego, Calif., and grew up in a military family. He
started school in Panama, quickly learning, Spanish, and in 1968 graduated
Berwick Area High School. He attended Penn State Univeristy (State
College), pausing in his education to serve in the United States Air Force.
He attended the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center in
Monterey, Calif. He served as a linguistic interpreter. In
addition to his native , English, Barry was fluent in Bosnian, Croatian,
Russian, Serbian, and Spanish. After serving, he earned a degree in
liberal arts from Penn State University in 1978.
Barry worked as a
lithographer for many years in the San Francisco Bay Area before returning
to Berwick. He worked at PPL, was a machinist in Pittston and most
recently worked for Don Cleary's Lock and Glass in Berwick.
Mr.
Wyshinski was a private and charismatic man, an avid reader of deep politics
and a talented photographer. While in California, he traveled to
Russia and the beaches of Mexico. He enjoyed sunshine, birds,
electronics, and playing pool. As a recent Buckeye resident, Barry was
enjoying canal biking, hiking in the Sonoran Desert and the Victory Steps.
He was a lifetime member of the Penn State Alumni Association, Buckeye Elks
Lodge Post 2686, and American Legion Post 54 (Buckeye, Ariz.). Barry
was looking forward to celebrating his 73rd birthday and an upcoming
vacation to Lake Havasu with his family and friends.
In addition to
his parents, John and Rita Wyshinski (Olenick), Barry was preceded in death
by his uncle, Nick Wyshinski; and nephew, Nicholas Thomas Wyshkinski.
Surviving Barry is his brother, Thomas Wyshinski (Silver Springs, FLa.);
sisters: Rita Wyshinski (Silver Springs, Fla.) and Suzanne Bland (Buckeye,
Ariz.): goddaughter Karen Vedor (Wilkes-Barre): three nieces, three
great-nieces: tow great nephews; his aunts: Cynthis Woolbert (Porterville,
Calif.) and Gail Fink (Berwick); and 10 cousins. He will also be
dearly missed by lifelong friends Mike Koffel (honestown) and Karl Butz (San
Carlos, Calif) and special friends Pastor Bayo Oshilesi and family, and Curt
Scott (Buckeye, Ariz.).
A Memorial Service will be held at the
Buckeye Elks Lodge Post 2686 (Buckeye, Ariz.) Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023 at 5
p.m. and the Rite of Committal and burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug.
16, 2023 at Louis B. Hazelton Memorial Cemetary, Buckeye, Ariz.
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Steven D. Zelesnikar
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April 23, 1972
"Steven D. Zelesnikar
Steven D. Zelesnikar, 23 of 1634 Franklin Street, Berwick, died Sunday
night at 10:30 in the Geisinger Medical Center. Surviving are his
parents, a brother, and maternal grandparents. Short prayer services
will be held Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock at the Fabian Funeral Chapel,
followed by a Requiem High Mass at 9:30 in St. Mary's R. C. Church with
Msgr. Kark Stofko as celebrant. Interment will be in the parish
cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 7
to 9. The Rosary will be recited Tuesday at 8 P.M." Taken from the
Berwick Enterprise |
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