Nancy Jo Tschopp
December 21, 2011
Nancy Jo Tschopp, 66, a former Scranton resident, died Wednesday, December 21, 2011, in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was married for 46 years to her husband. Edward C. Tschopp, Sr.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Amelia Stadner Jones. Nancy was a graduate of Central High School, Class of 1962 and furthered her education at Lackawanna Junior College, where she earned an Associate's Degree in Business Administration in 1964. Nancy was a much-loved wife,mother and grandmother.
Also surviving are two daughters; Natalie Finkelstein, GA., and Jill Huang, IL., one granddaughter Kyra Finkelstein and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by her son Edward C. Tschopp, Jr.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 9:30 AM in Immac ulate Heart Of Mary Chapel, 1605 Oram St. Interment Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday from 5 to 8 PM.
Dolores C. Orze
December 15, 2011
Dolores C. Orzel, a West Scranton resident, died Thursday. She was the wiow of Stephen (Pep) Orzel, who died in 1984. Born in Hallstead, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Evelyn Glinka Orzel. She was a homemaker.
Surviving are a son Joseph and a daughter Dolores, with whom she resided; a son, Stephen and wife Maria, Scranton; a grandson, Eric, and nieces and nephews. The funeral was private.
Jerry R. Petrucci
December 15, 2011
Jerry R. Petrucci, 70, a lifelong resident of the Bunker Hill region of Scranton, died Thursday, December 15, 2011, in his home. His wife is the former Tana Micciche Petrucci.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Rose Luongo Petrucci. He was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School, Class of 1960, and went on to furthur his education at Lackawanna Junior College. Jerry then embarked upon a thirty year career with Pendot. A big-hearted and compassionate person, Jerry was unconditionally devoted to his beautifull wife, Tana. His daughter, Shari, meant the world to him. His grandchildren, Briana and Tyler, will forever know they had the best Pop on the planet. Jerry loved his brother Albert and devoured the special foods his brother would bring him from his travels. He was proud of his niece Lisa, and nephews Sal and Jeff. If a measure of a person is the shadow they cast while alive, then Jerry's was gargantuan. He always had a laugh, a joke or a friendly "Hello" to his family, friends and even strangers he just met. He often referred to people as 'Cousin".
During the 70's Jerry and Albert, along with their wives, Tana and Audrey, and their parents, Salvatore and "Ma" Rosie, operated Petrucci's Bar in the Petersburg Section of Scranton. There they first introduced Italian cooking to a then predominately German and English neighborhood. Jerry cared deeply about prevention of cruelty towards children and animals (especially Cats). He was passionate about film documentaries, sports, history and political trivia. Jerry unofficially held the arm wrestling championship of Northeast Pa. In this holiday season, Jerry certainly lived the motto"Peace and goodwill toward men". He will most certainly be missed but never forgotten.
Also surviving is a daughter Shari Dunn, Dunmore, a brother Albert and wife Audrey, Scranton, two grandchildren; Briana and Tyler Dunn, Dunmore, nieces, nephews, cousins and an uncle.
The funeral will be Monday from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc. 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 10 AM in Immaculate Conception Church to be celebrated by Rev. Joseph Sica. Entombment Cathedral Cemetery Mausoleum. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 712 S. Keyser Ave., Scranton,Pa. 18517 or to St. Jude's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN. 38105.
Helen M. Slowey
December 14, 2011
Helen M. Slowey, 94, a Scranton resident, died Wednesday, December 14, 2011, in Regional Hospital Of Scranton. She was the widow of Charles P. Slowey who died May 5, 1969. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late John C. and Cecelia Scholl Devine. She was a member of St. Peter's Cathedral. Prior to her return to Scranton, she was a resident of Haverhill, MA. where she was active in her church and community. She was an avid gardener and loved dogs.
Surviving are a son Brian Slowey and wife Rosemary, Brigantine, NJ., a sister Ceil Hughes, Waverly, two grandchildren; Col. Mark Main and wife Jenny, Vandenburg Air Force Base, CA., and Mark Doscher and wife Leslie, San Diego, CA., and a niece Carroll H. Bedford and a nephew William T. Hughes, Jr.
As directed by Helen, the funeral will be private with a Blessing Service conducted by Rev. Philip Altavilla. Inurnment will be in St. James Cemetery, Haverhill, MA. with Helen's late husband.
Memorial contributions may be made to USO, PO Box 96322, Washington, DC, 20090-6322 or to The Salvation Army, 500 S. Washington Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18505.
Elma A. Harris
December 12,2011
Elma A. Harris, 87, a South Scranton resident, died Monday, December 12, 2011, in Mountain View Care Center. She was the widow of Chester J. Harris who died June 22, 2000 and the couple was married for 52 years.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Valentina Silvestri Antonini. She was a member of St. John Neumann Parish. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother.
Surviving are two sons; Chester Harris, Jr., Scranton, and Joseph Harris, Hanover, four daughters; Betty Ann Miller and husband William and Patricia Harris and Mary Lou Harris, all of Scranton, and Cynthis Kimicata and husband John, Wexford, Pa., eight Grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren and nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by her sister Onelia Seland.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave, with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Interment Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call today from 5 to 8 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Neumann Parish, 633 Orchard St. Scranton,Pa, 18505.
Lorraine A. Farrell
December 11, 2011
Lorraine A. Farrell, 64, a South Scranton resident, died Sunday, December 11, 2011, in Golden Living Center, where she resided. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Peter J. and Gertrude Devine Farrell. She was a member of St. John Neumann Parish and was a retired employee of Mercy Hospital. The family wishes to thank the staff of Golden Living Center for the care given to Lorraine. Surviving are five nieces and a nephew. She was also preceeded in death by a sister Jean Gruszewski and a brother Robert Farrell. The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Robert Zeszotarski
December 1, 2011
Robert Zeszotarski,80, a resident of East Mountain, died Thursday evening at home following a brief illness. His wife of 52 years is the former Patricia Garvey.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Theodore and Celia Filkowski Seszotarski. He was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School, Class of 1948. He was self-employed as a contractor until his retirement. He was a Navy Veteran of the Korean War and was a life member of VFW Post 3451 . He was also a coach at Harmon Field and was a coach for St. Mary Of The Assumption Biddy Basketball and was a Den Leader Pack 16 Cub Scouts and was a member of St. Mary's Parish Club and the Waldorf Club.
Also surviving are daughters Christine Zeszotarski, NYC, and Paula Zeszotarski, PHD. and husband Jay Baker, Hilo HI., sons; Robert Zeszotarski, MD, Atascadero, CA., Richard Zeszotarski, Wilkes-Barre and Eric Zeszotarski and wife Elisa Balestra, NYC., brothers Joseph Zeszotarski and wife Florence, Oradell, NJ., Edmund Zeszotarski, West Seneca, NY., and Arthur Zeszotarski, Scranton and two sisters; Dorothy Carroll, West Seneca, NY., and Joan McGuigan and husband Joseph, Homosassa, FL., and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by a sister Rita Laska. The funeral will be Tuesday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 10 AM in Sacred Heart's Church, 1217 Prospect Ave. to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Inurnment private at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 4 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
Adelle Slocum Powell
November 28, 2011
Adelle Slocum Powell, a longtime Waverly resident, died November 28, 2011. She was the widow of Arja T. Powell, to whom she was married for 50 years at the time of his death in 2001.
Born June 14, 1922, to the late Loretta Greene Slocum, she was a graduate of Factoryville High School, Keystone Junior College and East Stroudsburg State College. As a member of the mathematics faculty at Waverly High School, Clarks Summit Abington High School, and the Abington Heights School District she took pride in remembering almost all of her former students. Adelle was a member of The National Society Colonial Dames XVll John Hand Chapter, Daughters Of The American Revolution, Scranton City Chapter, and the Pennsylvania Association Of School Retirees. She served as a trustee of the Waverly United Methodist Church where she was a member for 58 years.
Adelle will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother; a devoted daughter, sister and aunt; and a caring cousin, friend and colleague. Adelle is survived by her daughter Lori Powell Allen and her husband Mark; her grandchildren, Timothy, Brittany and Kevin Allen; nieces, nephews, cousins and their families. She was predeceased her four brothers; Robert Slocum, Albert Slocum, Sidney Slocum and J. Gifford Slocum.
A memorial service will be held at the Waverly United Methodist Church on December 22, 2011, at 11:30 AM. The family will recieve friends at the church for an hour prior to the service. Interment at Hickory Grove Cemetery, Waverly, will be private.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Waverly United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 9, Waverly, Pa. 18471.
Ruth E. Mulrooney McAndrew
November 11, 2011
Ruth E. Mulrooney McAndrew, 91, a resident of Clarks Summit Senior Living, died Friday, November 11, 2011, in VNA Hospice at CMC. She was preceeded in death by her first husband Joseph A. Mulrooney and her second husband Bart T. McAndrew.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Anna Weller Sporer. She was a member of Queen Of Apostles Parish, Avoca, was a graduate of St. Mary Of The Assumption High School and was a retired employee of Emery Air Freight. The family wishes to thank Dr. Michael Kondash and staff, the staff of Clarks Summit Senior Living, Mountainview Care Center and VNA Hospice for the care given to Ruth.
Surviving is a son Joseph Mulrooney and wife Linda, Roaring Brook Twp., a daughter Sally Perechinsky and husband Andy, Greenfield Twp., a stepdaughter Jean Carroll and husband Michael, Avoca and a stepson Bart McAndrew and wife Sandra, Mt. Cobb, 11 grandchildren, 22 greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephews and two sisters Marie Skibinski, Flemington, NJ, and Joan Winters, Scranton. She was also preceeded in death by a son Francis Mulrooney, two brothers Paul and Alfred Sporer and a sister Helen Deininger.
The funeral will be Tuesday with Mass at 10 AM in St. Mary's Church, Hawthorne St. Avoca , to be celebrated by Rev. Philip Sladicka, Pastor. Interment Cathedral Cemetery, Friends may call Tuesday from 9 to 10 AM at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice, 301 Delaware St. , Olyphant, Pa.
Wayne C. Kleeman, Sr.,
November 9, 2011
Wayne C. Kleeman, Sr., a Scranton resident, formerly a resident of Roaring Brook Twp. for 40 years, died Wednesday, November 9, 2011, at home. He was the husband of the former Joan A. Moran and the couple would have celebrated their 55th anniversary on December 1.
Born in West Scranton, he was the son of the late William G. and Anna J. Gerlach Kleeman. He attended Willard Elementary School and was a graduate of West Scranton Senior High School, Class of 1950. After graduation, he was employed by McDermott Paint Store and then Eureka Specialty Printing Co. He was drafted into the US Army during the Korean War. He completed basic training at Fort Knox, KY. He received a Driver's Award of the Third Armoured Division while there. He then shipped out to Germany where he spent the remainder of his service time. He was discharged as a Corporal and received the American Occupation Medal (Germany), The National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He served with the Sixth Armoured Cavalry as a driver of all armoured vehicles while guarding the German-Czech border. He then resumed his employment at Eureka Specialty Printing which was later taken over by Litton Industries, Eureka Division, in Dunmore. Whe Litton Industries closed, he was then employed by Eureka Security Printing Co., Jessup, from where he retired. He was a 45 year member of Scranton Printing Pressman Union which merged to Graphic Communications Union, now merged with the Teamsters. He was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Scranton, where he participated in the Welsh Cookie Bakes.
Also surviving are four daughters; Judy Lee Kleeman, Gouldsboro, Joan Marie Bowen and husband David, Springbrook Twp., Gail Ann Kakareka, Madison Twp., Barbara Louise Dunda and husband Thomas A. Jr., Dunmore, two sons; Thomas George Kleeman, Moscow and David William Kleeman and wife Ann Marie, Taylor, a sister Lois E. Thomas, Scranton, a brother Karl K. Kleeman and wife Christine, Scranton, 11 grandchildren: Adam Mead and wife Becky and Cara Dougherty, all of Gouldsboro, Jasmine and Amber Bowen, Philadelphia, Anna Bowen, Springbrook Twp., Melanie Kakareka, DE., Abigail Kakareka, Madison Twp., Jennifer O'Connor and husban Jason, Philadelphia, Thomas and Dylan Dunda, Dunmore, and Daniel Kleeman, Taylor: three greatgrandchildren Adam and Dean Mead, Goulsboro and Mason O'Connor, Philadelphia and nieces, nephews and cousins. He was also preceeded in death by a son Wayne C. Kleeman, Jr. and two brothers William and Paul Kleeman and by four sisters; Ruth Bugay, Wilma Hughes, Dolores Kleeman and June Fawcett.
Cremation took place and inurnment in Denison Cemetery, Swoyerville, will be at the convenience of the family.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Matthew's Lutheran Church Endowment Fund, 425 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18510. Have a dinner party to celebrate dad's life. He'll be with you in spirit.
November 4, 2011
Mary M. DeMichele, 92, a Scranton resident, died Friday, November 4, 2011, in Northeast Pa. Hospice. She was the widow of Joseph DeMichele who died August 8, 2005. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Martha Piensenkowski Kakareka. She attended Scranton public schools and was a member of the former St. Mary Of The Assumption Church and it's Altar and Rosary Society. She presently was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. She worked with her late husband in his business for many years. Mary's greatest joy was cooking and spending time with her family. She touched everyone as a kind, gentle person with a generous heart and a beautiful smile. She will be truly missed by her family and friends.
The family wishes to express special thanks to Mary's angels; Lucille,Florence and Irv, Linda, Michelle and Barbara for their love, kindness, compassion and support.
Also a special thank you to Northeast Pa. Hospice at Regional Hospital and to Dr. Philip Boccagno.
Surviving are two sons Michael D. DeMichele, PHD. and wife Rosemary, and Joseph E. DeMichele and wife Carole, all of Scranton, 4 grandchildren; Michael A. DeMichele, MD and wife Dr. Karen Kormis, Mechanicsburg, Atty. Christine Consiglio and husband Michael, Camp Hill, Jacqueline Kloss,PHD. and husband Atty. Brian Kloss, Radnor, and Lisa McCarthy and husband E.J., Exeter, six greatgrandchildren; Michael, Matthew and Julia Rose Consiglio and Sara DeMichele and Abbie and Ella Kloss. She was also preceeded in death by brothers Eugene, Walter, Joseph, Stanley, Charles and her twin brother Frank and sisters; Anna Sepkowski, Agnes Krupinski, Jean Vento, Monica Fetsko and an infant sister Mary.
The funeral will be Monday with Mass at 10 AM in Immaculate Conception Church, 800 Taylor Ave., to be celebrated by Rev. Ronald McKenney, SJ. Interment Sacred Hearts Cemetery, Minooka Section. Friends may call at the church Monday morning from 9 to 10 AM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Parish, 801 Taylor Ave. Scranton,Pa. 18510.
November 4, 2011
Madison Lynn Green, 17 months, died Friday, November 4, 2011, at home after a lengthy illness.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of Jessica O'Donnell and Michael Green. Madison Lynn was an angel sent to us from God to teach us the true meaning of kindness and unconditional love. She melted our hearts with just a smile. She touched our lives with her fight for life. She has reached so many and we would like to say thank you Maddy. We will love you and miss you forever.
Also survivng are sisters and brothers all at home Julianna, David, Jocelyn, Ryliee and Michael, her twin, paternal grandmother Cobina Green, NY, and maternal grandmother Julie O'Donnell, Scranton, and maternal grandfather Brian O'Donnell and wife Nicole, Lake Ariel, many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceeded in death by a sister Kylie Alexandra Watkins and her paternal grandfather, Michael Green.
A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday at 7 PM in the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Pastor Patricia Lee officiating.
Friends may call Tuesday from 5 to 7 PM.
Interment private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Madison's memory to Spinal Muscular Atrophy Support, PO Box 6301, Kokomo, Indiana, 46904.
Shirley Hartman
November 5, 2011
Shirley Hartman, 86, a Scranton resident, died Saturday November 5, 2011, at home. She was the widow of William B. Hartman who died December 21, 1979.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Ray E. and Josephine Hickey Fern. She was a graduate of Central High School, Lackawanna Junior College and International Correspondence School. She was employed for 33 years as a medical records librarian at CMC. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for over 50 years. After her retirement, she volunteered at Moses Taylor Hospital and the Senior Craft Center. She was a member of St. Patrick's Church. She enjoyed bingo, crocheting, making crafts and shuffelboard. She was a loving mother who will be deeply missed, she loved her grandchildren.
Surviving are two daughters Louise O'Hora, Scranton and Doris Carroll and husband Paul, Taylor, grandchildren; Tara O'Hora and fiancee Anthony Grande, Scranton, Melissa Fuchs and husband James and Jennifer Carroll, all of Pittsburgh. Also survivng are greatgrandchildren Karl and Julia Fuchs and cousins.
The funeral will be Tuesday at 9:15 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in St. Patrick's Church to be celebrated by Rev. Martin Boylan, Pastor. Interment St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow.
Friends may call Monday from 4 to 7 PM at the funeral home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Mountainview Care Center, 2309 Stafford Ave. Scranton,Pa. 18505.
October 31, 2011
Walter James Hoban. Jr., a former resident of Scranton, died Monday, October 31, 2011, in Atlanta, GA. He was predeceased by his wife of nearly 60 years, the late Joan Galligan Hoban, on July 8, 2011. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Walter and Margaret Gordon Hoban, Sr. Although they considered Connecticut their home, Walter and his family were well traveled including having lived in London, England, for 3 years. They moved to Newnan, GA., 10 years ago to be close to their daughter and grandchildren. Walter spent his life working mostly in the fashion industry as CEO and President of numerous, well known companies throughout North America and Europe. Never one to slow down, he spent his retirement years as the Director Of Sales and Marketing for Springhill Suites/Noble Corpration. A tall man, only Walter's heart and humour would surpass his height. A loyal Notre Dame fan, Walter would never miss a "fighting Irish" football game, even wearing green every Saturday during football season. Walter's free time was always spent with his family. Whether it was boating, travelling or even his Saturday morning walks on the beach with his daughter while she was growing up, Walter's true love was his family. His kindness as well as his wit will be remembered by all who knew him. He took enormous pleasure these last 19 years in spending time and 'play dates' with his 9 grandchildren.
Surviving is a daughter Mara Archer and husband Eric, Newnan, GA., two sons Michael Hoban and wife Nancy, Madison, CT. and Shawn Hoban, Newnan, GA., his grandchildren, the 9 loves of his life; Summer, Julie, Patrick, Collin, Kevin, Marykate, Molly, Colleen and Meghan. Also surviving are nieces and nephews; Jeff, Scott and Steven Galligan, Tom Hoban, Margaret "Maggie" and Mary Ellen Hoban. He was also preceeded in death by a brother Tom Hoban.
The funeral will be Saturday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. John Neumann Parish, Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St. to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Interment St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow. Friends may call at the funeral home Saturday morning from 8:30 to 9 AM.
Loretta L. Weis
October 22, 2011
Loretta L. Weis, 60, a West Scranton resident, died Saturday evening in Hospice Community Care, Dunmore. She was the wife of James J. Weis, Jr., and the couple was married for 31 years. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Loretta Gannon Lucas, Sr. She was a graduate of St. Patrick's High School and was formerly employed by Diocesan Guild Studios. The family wishes to thank the staff and Doctors of Moses Taylor Hospital third and fourth floors and the staff and Drs. Thomas Bowen and Dr. Fred Hess of Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, and the staff of Hospice Community Care, Dunmore, for all the compassionate care given to Loretta. Also survivng is a brother Michael Lucas, Jr., Scranton, two sisters-in-law; Kitty Wight, Clarks Summit and Mari Burke and husband Joseph, Scranton and nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday at 11 AM in St. Paul's Church, 1510 Penn Ave. with Msgr. William Feldcamp, Pastor, officiating. Inurnment private at the convenience of the family . The family will recieve friends on Friday morning, at the church, from 9:30 AM to 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 712 S. Keyser Ave., Taylor, Pa. 18517.
Alice Larneard
October 14, 2011
Alice Larneard, 87, a South Scranton resident, died Friday, October 14, at home following a lingering illness.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late William and Alice Mott Moffitt. Alice was a very strong person and loved all her family. She enjoyed crocheting many afgans that were given to many people less fortunate than herself. She was a lifelong avid reader. The family wishes to thank Dr. Kenneth Sebastianelli and his entire office staff, especially Cindy.
Survivng is a sister and brother and nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by a daughter and two sisters. The funeral is private to be held at the convenience of the family.
Edward A. Tracy, 67, of Pahrump, NV., formerly of Scranton. died Thursday afternoon, October 6, 2011, at home. He was married to the former Mary Hayden Tracy for 21 years. Born in Brooklyn, NY., he was the son of the late Richard and Mary Hall Tracy. He was a veteran of the US Army, and was employed for 11 years as the chief building engineer in Las Vegas for Ensamble Real Estate Services. He was a graduate of St. Ann's High School and Lackawanna County Votech School, The Henry Dende Center. While residing in Scranton, he was employed by Mechanical Plumbing and Heating. He was also employed as a HVAC engineer by Willard, Inc. and Wells Fargo Bank and 1st Security Bank.
Also surviving are two children Lisa and Richard, two sisters Mary V. Tracy and Rita Tracy, both of Scranton, a brother Michael and wife Alice, Carbondale, three grandchildren and 25 nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by a son Christopher. Ed was a beloved, caring and devoted husband, loved by all. His great heart and spirit offered much love and impacted many lives. He was my best friend. Ed, being kind and caring, wished his body to be donated to the Medical Education and Research Institute Of Nevada.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, April 21, 2012, in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., Scranton, Pa. 18505, at 9:30 AM, to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor.
Marcella A. Murphy
October 11, 2011.
Marcella A. Murphy, 92, a South Scranton resident, died Tuesday, October 11, 2011, in The Jewish Home Of Eastern Pa. She was the widow of Charles T. Murphy, Sr., who died in 1974..
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late John and Agnes Cooney McGee. She was a member of St. John Neumann Parish and was active in Nativity Church's community as a greeter, choir member, festival worker and bingo worker. She was a member of Nativity's former Altar and Rosary Society and was a performer in many of the shows it sponsored. She also was a member of South Catholic and Bishop Klonowski High School Parents Club. She formerly was employed by Suburban Casuals and CVS, she volunteered in many youth activities, was an avid fan of the Red Barons and she was the Honorary Parade Marshal for the 50th St. Patrick's Day Parade. The family wishes to thank the staff of The Jewish Home Of Eastern Pa. , especially the third floor staff, for the compassionate care given to Marcella.
Surviving are two daughters Mary Agnes Cawley Salley and husband Charles, Summerville, SC., Elaine Stahl, Scranton; three sons Patrick Murphy and wife Mary Kay, Michael Murphy and James Murphy and wife Sylvia, all of Scranton, Grandchildren: Daniel J. Cawley and wife Patricia, Norfolk, VA., Dr. Mark Stahl and wife Lauren Gravitz, Marina Del Rey, CA., Emily Shedlauskas and husband Mark, S. Abington Twp., Bridget, Caitlain and Kathleen Murphy, Scranton, Sarah Murphy and Stephen Murphy, Scranton and Jennifer McGarrigle and husband Sean, Harleysville: two greatgrandchildren Seamus Cawley and Eva Shedlauskas. Also surviving are two sisters Agnes Judge, Ambler, and Rose Mary Reddington and husband Joseph, Needham, MA., nieces, nephews and cousins. She was also preceeded in death by a son Charles T. (Corky) Murphy, Jr., a son-in-law James Stahl, and two brothers Francis and James McGee and a sister Katherine Parli.
The funeral will be Saturday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Interment Cathedral Cemetery, Friends may call Friday from 4 to 8 PM..
In lieu of flowers memorial contribution may be made to Alzhiemers Assn. c/o The Jewish Home Of Eastern Pa., 1401 Vine St., Scranton, 18510, St. Jude's Children's and Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN. 38105 or to St. John Neumann Parish, 633 Orchard St. Scranton, Pa, 18505.
Lillian E. Buscarini
October 4, 2011
Lillian E. Buscarini, 97, a resident of Scranton, formerly of South Scranton, died Tuesday October 4, 2011, in Hospice Community Care, Dunmore. She was the widow of Herman Buscarini who died May 16, 1999. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Augusta Vallecorsa Refice. She was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and was a graduate of Scranton Public Schools. As a teenager, she was employed by Saquoit Silk Mill and after her marriage she was employed by Family Garment until her retirement. She was a devout Catholic and attended daily Mass and was active in her church and the Dante Literary Society both preparing and serving dinners. She enjoyed baking and giving away her homemade cookies and breads. She was also a member of The Young At Heart Club. Surviving is her daughter-in-law and caregiver, Diane Buscarini, Covington Twp., a grandson Michael Buscarini and wife Carrie, Clarks Summit, a granddaughter Jackie Barnabei and husband Tim, Harleysville, two greatgrandchildren Luca and Jonah Barnabei, a brother Ike Refice and wife Kathryn, Deer Lake and nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by a son John Buscarini and her brothers Fred, Paul, Victor and Leo Refice and sisters Anne Morasini, Josephine Bucari, Hilda Baracaia, Ida Sandy and Margaret Seybolt. The funeral will be Saturday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St. with Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor, officiating. Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section. Friends may call Friday from 4 to 7 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to Italian-American Cemetery Assn., 1833 Prospect Ave, Scranton. Pa. 18505 or to the donor's favorite charity.
Anna T. Parenti
September 28, 2011.
Anna T. Parenti, 91, a South Scranton resident, died Wednesday, September 28, 2011, at Mountain View Care Center, where she has been a resident for more than four years. Her husband of 48 years, John Parenti, died on October 1, 1994.
Born in Scranton on January 20, 1920, daughter of the late Angelo and Maria Bisignani Tiberio, she was a 1938 graduate of Scranton Technical High School, and was a parishioner of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish. Prior to her marriage, she had been employed by Leventhal Dental Laboratories. Anna loved to prepare large family dinners, especially on Sundays, and to bake treasured family recipes, particularly for the holidays. During the summer months, she incorporated all the fresh produce and fruit from John's garden into her cooking, and during the winter months, she utilized all the jars of tomatoes and fruits and jellies that they had preserved together.
Surviving are her daughter , Mary Ann Lucchi and husband John, Moosic, and her son John M. Parenti, M.D. and wife Linda, M.D. Danville and Lewisburg. Her grandchildren are John J. Lucci, Jr., and wife Kristen, Pittsburgh, and Nora Ann M. Lucchi, O.D., Mystic, CT. Her great granddaughter is Lucia Lucchi, Pittsburgh. She is also survived by her brother Angelo T. Tiberio, Grand Rapids, MI., brothers-in-law Michael Papa, NY, and Benedict Parenti and wife Marie, Scranton,; and several nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was also preceeded in death by her sister Lucy R. Papa, and sisters-in-law Rose Marie Tiberio and Julia Lisi.
The family wishes to express special thanks to Emma Rubin, M.D., for her two decades of dedicated professionalism, to the staff of Mountain View Care Center, and most recently to Hospice Of The Sacred Heart.
The funeral will be Monday at 10 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass Of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be concelebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor and Msgr. Philip A. Gray.
Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section. Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 8 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Of The Cross Parish, 1217 Prospect Ave.,Scranton,Pa. 18505.
Jennifer Megan Mozgo
September 14, 2011
Jennifer Megan Mozgo, 30, of the East Mountain Section of Scranton, died Wednesday, September 14 at home.
Born in Scranton, she graduated from Scranton Prepatory School and attended The University Of Scranton. She was proud to be a 911 dispatcher for Lackawanna County as she felt great satisfaction from being able to help other people. Jennifer was a loving and caring mother, daughter and friend. She greatly enjoyed music, reading, travel and horseback riding. Through the many obstacles that life threw at her, she always managed to persevere. With her quick wit, she always managed a comeback or joke.
She will be deeply missed by her son, Donovan, who was the center of her world, and her mother Carole, for whom Jennifer was the center of hers. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her uncle, Robert R. Mozgo, Creamery, her aunt, Joanne C, Mozgo, Raleigh, NC, and a cousin, Kaitlin Kelly, Raleigh, NC. She was preceeded in death by her maternal grandparents, Colonel (Retired ) Rudolph and Violet Mozgo and by a cousin, Robert F. Mozgo.
The funeral will be Tuesday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., St. John Neumann Parish, to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Interment St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 6 to 8 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Marley's Mission, P. O. Box 505, Scranton,Pa. 18501.
Verne H. Dittfield
September 6, 2011
Verne H. Dittfield, 57, a North Scranton resident, joined in everlasting peace with his wife of 23 years, Jewel Yourkowski Dittfield and his mother-in-law JoAnn Weiss Yourkowski on Tuesday, September 6, 2011.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late William C. and Agnes Wheeler Dittfield. He was of the Protestant faith and was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. He was a retired employee of Lackawanna County Prison System. He was a member of the Tauras Club and the Polish Club. He was an avid fisherman and was a loving husband, father,grandfather and brother.
Surviving are daughters Wendy Hernandez, Scranton, Christina Harvy and husband Bruce, Throop, sons Walter Padula, Jr. and wife Nichole, Scranton and Verne Dittfield, San Diego, CA., eight grandchildren, a sister Joyce Rogowski and husband Chester, Taylor, two brothers Carl(Butch) Dittfield and wife Nancy, Indiana, and Warren Dittfield and wife Cindy, MD., and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by a brother William Dittfield and a sister Darlene Dittfield.
The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Inurnment Glenwood Mausoleum. In the future, family and friends may pay their respects at Glenwood Mausoleum.
Jewel Dittfield
September 6, 2011
Jewel Dittfield, a North Scranton resident, joined in everlasting peace with her husband, Verne H. Dittfield and her mother JoAnn Weiss Yourkowski, on September 6, 2011. She and her husband were married for 23 years.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Henry and JoAnn Weiss Youkowski. She was of the Catholic faith, was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and was employed by Gerrity's Supermarket. She was a member of the Tauras Club. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and sister who will be deeply missed. She always looked out for everyone.
Surviving are two daughters Wendy Hernandez, Scranton, and Christina Harvy and husband Bruce, Throop, two sons Walter Padula, Jr., and wife Nichole, Scranton, and Verne Dittfield, San Diego, CA., sisters Patricia Carter and Holly Williams, Both of Scranton and Constance Krasinki, Pearl River, NY., Survivng brothers Henry and wife Dawn, Taylor, Michael and Joseph, Scranton, eight grandchildren, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by a brother Albert.
The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Inurnment Glenwood Mausoleum. In the future, family and friends may pay their respects at Glenwood Mausoleum.
JoAnn Yourkowski
September 6, 2011
JoAnn (Martha) Weiss Yourkowski joined in everlasting peace with her daughter Jewel and son-in-law Verne Dittfield on Tuesday, September 6, 2011. She was the widow of Henry Yourkowski who died on January 30, 1997.
Born in Scranton, she was a resident of North Scranton and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ellen Smith Weiss. JoAnn was an avid reader and embroiderer. She spent her life giving to all. She loved her children,grandchildren and greatgrandchildren and spent most of her life making theirs better. She was of the Episcopal faith. She was a retired employee of Parodi Cigar Co.
Surviving are sons Henry and wife Dawn, Taylor, Michael and Joseph, both of Scranton, daughters Patrica Carter and Holly Williams, both of Scranton and Constance Krasinki, Pearl River, NY., a sister Henrietta Kessler, Springbrook Twp., 13 grandchildren, 16 greatgrandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by a son Albert, sisters Lois Corse, Floss Price and Ann Nunes.
The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Inurnment Glenwood Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 712 S. Keyser Ave., Taylor, Pa. 18517.
Mary L. Kochis
September 7, 2011
Mary L. Kochis, 91, a resident of Linwood Rehabilitaion Center, died Wednesday, September 7, 2011 in Regional Hospital Of Scranton. She was the widow of John C. Kochis, Sr. who died in 1961.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late James and Francis Hamm McGinnis. She formerly was a member of Holy Family Parish. She was formerly employed by The Globe Store and Schiffman's House Of Uniforms. She was a loving and wonderful woman who will be deeply missed. Surviving is a son John C. Kochis, Jr. and wife Denise, Scranton, a stepson Leonard Kochis, Philadelphia, a nephew Frank Miller and three greatnephews.
She was also preceeded in death by a stepson Leonard Kochis and three brothers William, James and Cyril McGinnis and two sisters Frances Harrington and Eleanor Miller.
The funeral will be Monday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor.
Interment Dunmore Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 7 PM.
Nicholas ( Cola ) Catalano
September 1, 2011
Nicholas ( Cola ) Catalano, 85, a South Scranton resident, died Thursday, September 1, 2011, in Hospice Community Care, Dunmore.
Born in Scranton, He was the son of the late Salvatore and Mary Umile Catalano. He was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. He was formerly employed by LINC Corp. , Endicott, NY, and Anemostat Corp. He was a volunteer at Mercy Hospital for many years and was an avid Phillies and Yanks fan. He was a loving brother, uncle and greatuncle who will be deeply missed. He maintained all the old family traditions for the holidays. The family wishes to thank the staff of Hospice Community Care for the care given to Cola.
Surviving is a brother Louis Catalano, Kankakee, IL., nieces and nephews : Michael and Thomas Catalano, Nancy Wright, Sal and Robert Catalano, Richard Luciani and MaryAnn Maghran, his caregivers, also Barbara Zaretski, Goddaughter, Joseph Catalano, Diane Fedro and Dana Catalano. Also surviving are numerous greatnieces and greatnephews. He was also preceeded in death by three brothers Walter, Hugo and Mario Catalano and a sister Antionette Luciani and a niece Sally Renna.
The funeral will be Tuesday at 10:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 11 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor.
Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section. Friends may call Monday from 4 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Community Care, 100 William St., Dunmore, Pa. 18512.
Richard P. Lameo
August 27, 2011
Richard P. Lameo, 58, a South Scranton resident, died Saturday, August 27, 2011, in Hershey Medical Center. His wife is Donna Lameo and the couple was married for 39 years. Born in Bethesda, MD., he was the son of the late Shirley Stanitz Mancia and his stepfather Ron Mancia, Dickson City. He was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and was Vice Councilor of the Junior Order United American Mechanics, Dunmore Council. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be deeply missed. He enjoyed camping with his daughter and the baby. Also surviving is a daughter Nicole Marie Lameo, Scranton and a son Darren Rocco Lameo, Scranton, two granddaughters Ryaha Rose Olecki and Keilah Lameo, a sister Elaine Strong and husband Al, Dunmore, nieces and nephews and his best buddies Tony Zaretski and Dan Rockaway. The funeral will be Thursday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home. Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Interment private at the convenience of the family. Friends may call Wednesday from 6 to 9 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o PO Box 4251, Scranton, Pa. 18505.
Richard W. Robinson
August 19, 2011.
Richard (Dick) W. Robinson, 80, a resident of Scranton, died Friday evening, August 19, 2011, in the Dunmore Health Care Center. He is survived by his wife Katherine Cleveland Broadbent Robinson.
Born in Scranton, September 10, 1930, he was the son of the late Isaac and Isabella Donovan Robinson. He attended Scranton public schools and was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. Upon graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps serving during the Korean Conflict. He was employed as a paper making machine technician at Proctor and Gamble, retiring in 1994. In his youth, Mr. Robinson was a well-known local athlete, having played baseball in the old Scranton Association and softball in the tavern leagues. He was a member of Holy Family Church, the Marine Corps League of Scranton and the American Legion Club, Moscow.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by one brother Francis Robinson and wife Anne, Eustic, FL., numerous nieces and nephews including his caregiver, Edward Van Winkle, Scranton, and his Godson, Claude Van Winkle, Moscow. He was also preceeded in death by his first wife, Sally Morris Robinson, two infant children, two sisters; Ann Van Winkle and Joan Sylvester and two brothers, Joseph and Edward Robinson.
The funeral will be Tuesday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in Immaculate Conception Church to be celebrated by Rev. Joseph Sica. Interment Fairview Memorial Park.
Friends may call Monday from 5 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzhiemer's Assn. 57 N. Franklin Ave., Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18703.
Claire D. Kane
August 18, 2011.
Claire D. Kane, 97, a South Scranton resident, died Thursday, August 18, 2011, in VNA Hospice at Community Medical Center. She was preceeded in death by her first husband Lawrence Dahlin in May, 1971 and her second husband John A. Kane on December 23, 1998.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Maryann Keeney Rooney. She was a graduate of Detroit area schools and was employed by Traveller's Insurance Co. She was a member of St. John Neumann Parish and it's choir and the Nativity Golden Age. Claire was the family mentor and matriarch. She never forgot a birthday or anniversary. She embraced her stepchildren as her own children. She was always positive and tought her family faith, hope and charity. The family wishes to extend their thanks to VNA Hospice, especially to Karen.
Surviving are stepchildren: Mary M. Vanston and husband Eugene, Jefferson Twp., Janet Springer and husband George, Tampa, FL., Theresa Sandrowicz and husband Kenneth, Dickson City, Thomas J. Kane and wife Mary, Scranton, Donald Kane and wife Elizabeth, Daytona Beach, FL., Robert Kane and wife Margaret, Barneget, NJ., Gerald Kane and wife Patricia, Howell, NJ., Daniel Kane, Sprigfield, NJ., and Joseph Kane, Scranton, 22 stepgrandchildren and 22 stepgreatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by three stepchildren John C. Kane, Kevin Kane and Roseann Ammeraal and two sisters Margaret McPhee and Rose C. Kane and a brother Thomas Rooney.
The funeral will be Monday with Mass at 11 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Entombment Cathedral Cemetery Mausoleum.
Friends may call Monday at Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., from 10 to 11 AM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice, 301 Delaware St., Olyphant, Pa. 18447.
Joseph M. Cascio
August 13, 2011
Joseph Manuel Cascio, 91, a South Scranton resident, died Saturday, August 13, 2011, in VNA Hospice at the Community Medical Center. His wife of 66 years is the former Josephine Palmasani. He was the son of the late Pasquale and Carmela Fava Cascio. Joseph grew up in Minooka and was a graduate of Minooka High School. He was trained as a Quality Control Mechanical Inspector and worked for W L Maxon Corporation for 12 years and Anemostat Corporation for 27 years. He was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish. As a young man, he loved deep sea fishing in the Atlantic Ocean, and built a small sailboat by hand with dreams to someday sail around the world. He built the home that he and Josephine raised their children in. He was an accomplished photographer, a passion that began at the age of ten. His love of geography and his fascination with remote islands inspired him to travel and build friendships through correspondence with people from all over the world. A few of those friendships lasted for most of his life and he had the great fulfillment to meet a few of his faraway friends in person.
His travels took him to Europe, Hawaii, Fiji, Tahiti, Australia, New Zealand and many other islands in the South Pacific. He also loved traveling in the United States with his wife Josephine. He loved history, philosophy, physics and poetry. He valued education and instilled a love for learning in his children and grandchildren. He built a personal library that was a source of great pleasure for him and he was rarely seen without a book in his hand. His quest for knowledge remained until he died. He was a gentle, caring, wise and compassionate man. He will live on in the hearts of his family and friends who loved him dearly.
Also surviving is a daughter Camille Cascio Jorgensen and husband Carl, Fairfield, IA., a grandson and granddaughter Joseph and Julia Jorgensen, NYC., and a granddaughter Andrea Russoniello and son-in-law, Daniel Russoniello, both of Philadelphia, a brother George Cascio, Huntsville, AL. and two sisters Toni Notartomas and Mary Marino, both of Scranton and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by his beloved son Joseph Richard, who died in 1967 and his beloved daughter Grace Ann Russoniello, who died in 2005, and two brothers Charles and Carmel.
The funeral will be Tuesday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 620 Genet St. , to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section.
Friends may call Monday from 5 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Joseph's Name to Alliance For Children, 464 Hillside Ave., Suite 300, Needham, MA. 02494.
Henry A. (AL) Ries
August 8, 2011
Henry A. (Al) Ries, 83, a South Scranton resident, died Monday, August 8, 2011, in Regional Hospital Of Scranton. He was the husband of Ida Mulette Thomas Ries, CPA, and the couple was married for 12 years.
Born in Teaneck, NJ., he was the son of the late Alfons and Maria Hinn Ries. He was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish, was a graduate of CCNY, and was a retired employee of American Can Co.. He was a volunteer for 15 years with the Scranton Department of Aging Hotline and the Office Of Attorney General. He was a past president of the board of Catholic Social Services and was a member of the Diocese of Scranton Bishop's Advisory Committee under Bishop Timlin. He was a past president of the Young Adults Club. Also surviving is a son Paul Ries and wife Faith, Kenilworth, NJ., five daughters; Jeanne Heller and husband David, Somerset, NJ., Anne Wombacker and husband Eric, Madison Twp., Linda Rizzo and husband Robert, Cranford, NJ., Kathleen Steele and husband David, New Providence, NJ., and Patricia Napier, Brick, NJ., three stepchildren; Erin DeFazio, Scranton, Robert Thomas, Jr., Scranton and LeeAnn Davies and husband Joseph, Tobyhanna. Also surviving are numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by his first wife Mary Ellen Woodward Ries and his second wife Mary Faith Wombacker Ries.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in Sacred Hearts Of Jesus And Mary Church, 1217 Prospect Ave. to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Interment Friday at 11 AM in Graceland Memorial Park, Kenilworth, NJ.
Friends may call Wednesday from 5 to 8 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Voluntary Action Center of Scranton, Scranto nLife Bldg., 536 Spruce St., Scranton 18503 or to Elm Park United Methodist Church, 712 Linden St., Scranton, 18510 or to St. Paul Of The Cross Parish, 1217 Prospect Ave., Scranton, 18505.
Albert J. Fedorchak
August 6, 2011.
Albert J. Fedorchak, 84, a resident of Olyphant, formerly of South Scranton, died Saturday, August 6, 2011, in Regional Hospital Of Scranton. He was preceeded in death by his wife Norma Passabi Fedorchak on August 12, 1989.
Born in Olyphant, he was the son of the late John and Irene Malhenzie Fedorchak. He was a retired employee of Grove Textiles of Dunmore and was a World War ll Army veteran. He was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and greatgrandfather who will be deeply missed. Surviving is a daughter JoAnne Trapper and husband Michael, Scranton, two grandsons; Michael Trapper and wife Sara and Joseph Trapper, three greatgranddaughters; Olivia, Anna and Elaina, all of Scranton, two sisters; Leona Weston and husband Joseph, Blakely and Joann Kolsovsky, Olyphant and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by a son Joseph.
The funeral will be Wednesday with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section. There will be no calling hours. All are invited to go directly to church Wednesday morning. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
Josephine McCabe
July 28, 2011
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Josephine McCabe, 92, of St. Mary’s Villa, Elmhurst, formerly of Scranton and The Bronx, died July 28. Born 1918 in New Durham, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Frei and was preceded in death by her beloved husband Robert McCabe. She was a graduate of St. Joseph’s School of Nursing, Carbondale. Her nursing career took her to hospitals in New York and Miami, through which numerous life-long friends, travels and lasting memories were gained. Over the past several decades she was devoted member of St. Mary of the Assumption (South Scranton) parish and choir and was a graduate of St. Mary’s elementary and high schools. “Josie” will long be remembered for her singing, dancing, piano playing and yodeling – an ability owing to her Swiss heritage.
Surviving are a son, Tim and wife Gina, South Abington, a granddaughter Emily and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Mary, Ida and Elsie. Josephine’s family extends heartfelt thanks to all those at St. Mary’s Villa who provided care and comfort over the last year.
Funeral arrangements are through August J Haas Funeral Home, Pittston Ave, Scranton with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St. to be celebrated by Rev. John Ruth. Interment St. Mary Of The Assumption Cemetery. Friends may call Monday from 5 to 8 PM.
Madelyn M. Lucas
July 26, 2011
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Madelyn M. Lucas. a South Scranton resident, died Tuesday, July 26. 2011, in VNA Hospice at CMC. She was the wife of Joseph R. Lucas and the couple was married for 60 years. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Ella Burnham Wheeler. She attended high school in Coronado, CA. She was employed as a beautician for Glen Anderson Beauty Shop and worked in local garment factories. She was a member of St. John Neumann Parish. She was a Den Mother for Pack 16, Hickory St. Presbyterian Church. She was also a district trainer for Den Mothers. She formerly was president of South Side Little League Mother's Club. She enjoyed needlepoint and quilting. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed. Also surviving is a son Wayne Lucas and wife Lisa, Eynon, granddaughter Nicole Austin and husband Chris, stepgrandchildren Heather and Susan Kurilla, and nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by a brother Arthur Wheeler and a sister Elenor Eden. The funeral will be Monday with Mass at 11 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St. to be celebrated by Msgr. James McGarry. Interment Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Monday morning at Nativity Church from 10 to 11 AM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice, 301 Delaware St., Olyphant, Pa. 18447.
Joan Mary Hoban, a former resident of Scranton, died July 8, 2011, in Newnan, Georgia. She was the wife of Walter J. Hoban.
Born in Scranton , she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Julie Beadle Galligan. She married her husband, Walter in July of 1952. Although they called Connecticut their home, Joan was well-traveled including having had lived for 3 years in London, England and has spent the last 10 years in Georgia. Joan was an accomplished artist and writer and had her own opinion column in the Shoreline Times newspaper in Connecticut. Despite all of her accomplishments, Joan considered her biggest to be her children and grandchildren. It is said that everyone should have one great passion in life, and Joan’s was her family. As Joan always said, “the greatest gift you will ever learn is just to love and be loved in return.” Her legacy of pure and complete love will live on in the laughter and love of those that she leaves behind. Along with her husband, surviving is her brother, Don Galligan and his wife Marie; her aunt Sister Mara Beadle, her three children; daughter Mara and her husband Eric, son Michael and wife Nancy and son Shawn plus three nephews, Jeffrey, Scott and Steven Galligan. She is also survived by the loves of her life, her nine grandchildren; Summer, Julie, Patrick, Collin, Kevin, Marykate, Molly, Colleen and Megan.
The funeral will be Tuesday, what would have been Joan’s 80th birthday and 59th wedding anniversary, from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. John Newman Parish, Nativity of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard Street, Scranton to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor.
Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday morning from 8:30 to 9 AM. Interment St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Moscow.
Memorial donations can be made to www.diabetes.org - Always & Forever Tributes – Joan Hoban.
Gino Carl Valeri, a resident of South Scranton, died Friday, July 1, 2011, at Highland Manor Nursing Home, Exeter. Pa.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Frank and Domenica DeVellis Valeri. He was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and attended Temple University where he recieved his Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering. He was employed in Endicott, NY.
The family extends its' thanks to Highland Manor and Compassionate Care Hospice for the care given to Gino. Surviving are two sisters; Rose Kashuba, Buffalo, NY. and Lena Pettinato and husband Philip, Old Forge, two brothers; Armand Valeri, Flemington, NJ and Albert Valeri, New Brunswick, NJ. and five nieces; Judy Deinhart, Patricia Yacavoni and husband Louis, Joyce Hall and husband John, Susan Cola and husband Michael and Suzanne Kashuba. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, July 11, 2011 at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., Scranton, by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Cremation took place at Maple Hill Crematory, Archbald. Interment of cremains will be in Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section.
Friends may call Monday morning at the church from 9 to 10 AM. Memorial contributions may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 960 North Main Ave. Scranton, 18504.
Arrangements by Auaust J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. Scanton.
Ronald J. Akoury
June 13, 2011
Ronald J. Akoury, 64, a South Scranton resident, died Monday, June 13, at home after being stricken ill. His wife of 27 years is Debbie Moss Akoury.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Joseph and Antoinette Aprile Akoury. He was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and was a graduate of The University Of Scranton. He was employed by the Commonwealth Of Pa. Department Of Labor And Transportation. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman and was devoted to his daughters' sports activities. He loved spending time with his family and loved his two dogs Dolche and Gabanna (Cabana). He will be deeply missed.
Also surviving are three daughters; Kristy, Covington Twp., Amanda and Jamie, both at home. Also surviving is a sister Marcia DeNero and husband Tony, Scranton and nieces and nephews including Alan DeNero and Lisa Karuzie.
The funeral will be Friday at 9:15 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assis Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Msgr. Philip A. Gray. Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section.
Friends may call Thursday from 4 to 8 PM.
Anna Mae Durkin Blasi
June 12, 2011
Anna Mae Durkin Blasi, formerly of West Scranton, died Sunday, June 12, 2011, in Allied Skilled Nursing Facility. She was the widow of Dominick M. Blasi, Sr., who died April 5, 1987.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late James and Vera Walsh Durkin. She was a member of St. Lucy's Church and was educated in Scranton Schools. Anna Mae died surrounded by her family. She enjoyed baking and cooking for family and friends, she especially enjoyed sharing this talent for cooking with her granddaughter, Victoria, with whom she entrusted the secrets to all her specialty dishes. Anna Mae's family would like to extend sincere thanks to the staff of Allied Skilled Nursing Facility 3 South and to Traditional Home Health and Hospice for their exeptional care.
Surviving are two Daughters; Mary Ann Blasi and Barbara Partyka and husband Jack, all of Scranton, two brothers; Dominick M. Blasi, Jr. and wife Marilyn, Scranton and John Joseph Blasi, Frackville, seven grandchildren including her caregivers Victoria and Katie Lance, two greatgrandchildren, two sisters; Margaret Schmidt-Ritter, Doylestown and Barbara D. Noto, Springbrook Twp., numerous cousins, nieces and nephews including Casper and Patty Noto, Covington Twp., who were very attentive to her needs. She was also preceeded in death by two brothers; Robert Durkin in 2001 and Joseph Durkin in 2010.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday at 11 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., South Scranton by Rev, Michael Bryant, Pastor. Interment private at the convenience of the family.
The family will receive friends Saturday morning at the church from 10 AM until Mass time. Memorial contributions may be made to Traditional Home Health And Hospice, 113 West Drinker St., Dunmore, Pa., 18512 or to the donor's favorite charity.
Loretta Walsh, 83, a resident of South Scranton, died Friday evening, June 3, 2011, at home. She was the widow of the late Paul B. Walsh, Sr., who died in 2006.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Julian Coco. She was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and attended Scranton Public Schools. On Friday night, a brite and beautiful star was born in our heavenly skies above. Loretta died peacefully in the home that she cherished so very, very much. For all who knew her, her laughter, thoughtfulness and caring will never be forgotten. She was and is now forever an angel. Loretta enjoyed oranges, peaches, apples, singing and swimming and gabbing to anyone who would gab back. If you look up at the sky at night, you'll feel her love inside the lights. She enjoyed travelling extensively with her husband. She was a very classy lady who made the world a better place.
Surviving are two sons; Paul B. Walsh, Jr. and wife Marie and John Walsh and companion Brenda, all of Scranton, Two sisters; Catherine Cardoni and husband Al, Huntigdon Valley, and Patricia Bravetti and husband Jack, Roaring Brook Twp., two brothers; Thomas Coco and wife Linda, Lewes, DE., and Joseph Coco and wife Jean, Scranton, three grandchildren; Talia Walsh, Justin Boyarski and Breena Walsh, and nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be Friday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Msgr. Philip A. Gray. Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section.
Friends may call Thursday from 5 to 8 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Italian-American Cemetery Association, 1830 Prospect Ave. Scranton, Pa, 18505.
Saul John Langan, Jr.
May 24, 2011
Saul John Langan, Jr., 40, Scranton, died unexpectedly Tuesday at home. He is survived by his wife Tracy Murphy Langan.
Born October 15, 1970, in Scranton, he was the son of Saul John Langan, Sr., Scranton, and the late Betty Diehl Langan. He was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. Saul had been employed as a heavy equipment operator, most recently for Leeward Construction and formerly for Linde Enterprises. It was a career he passionately loved. His greatest joys were hunting and fishing alongside his best friend, his son Saul Patrick. He also was an avid collector with a great knowledge of antiques. Saul was a man with a strong personality and great love for his family.
Also surviving is a son, Saul Patrick Langan, at home, one sister Lisa Green and husband David, Sydney, Australia, Mother-in-law Claire Festa, Sisters-in-law; Stephanie Bentler and husband Jeff, Carrie Giannone and husband Tony, and Bridget Festa. Also surviving are nieces and nephews; Kiran and Harrison Green, Sydney, AU., Sierra and Charlotte Koch, Virginai Beach, Nikki Giannone, Gia Festa, Gavin and Chella Beers, Scranton.
Friends may call Friday from 5 to 8 PM at the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
The family requests no flowers.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Saul P. Langan Education Fund, care of 114 Masters St. , Scranton, Pa., 18510.
Mary D'Oro Cascio
April 11, 2011
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Mary D'Oro Cascio, 95, formerly of Scranton, died April 11, 2011, in Montclair, CA. She was the widow of Carmel Francis Cascio who died in 1991.
Born in Scranton she was the daughter of the late Pietro and Antonina Carlino D'Oro. Mary proudly served in the United States Navy from 1943 to 1945. She married her husband in 1945 and they made their home in Connecticut. She was a school teacher for 30 years along with raising her sons. In 1987 they moved to Montclair, CA. Mary enjoyed being an active member of her church, Our Lady Of Lourdes and made many dear friends there. She was very involved in raising her grandsons and belonged to various community organizations.
Also surviving is a son Peter Joseph Cascio, Ontario, CA.,and two grandsons; Carmel and Patric Cascio, Montclair, CA., and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by a son Patric Peter Cascio, two brothers; Frank J. and Joseph D'Oro and a sister Angelina Lentini. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in California.
Family and friends may pay their respects Wednesday from 12 to 1 PM at the Chapel at Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section. Committal rites will be at 1 PM by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish. Interment Italian-American Cemetery. Local arrangements by August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave.
Martin Calpin
April 13, 2011
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Martin Calpin, 60, a Scranton resident, died Wednesday, April 13, 2011, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
Born in Scranton he was the son of the late Thomas F. and Catherine Rosar Calpin. He was a graduate of Dunmore High School.
Surviving are two daughters;Rena Evankavitch and husband Rick, Clarks Summit and Marti Rae Calpin, Dallas, two sons; Bren Calpin, DE. and Adam Calpin, Falls, and a grandson Izaiah Calpin, Dallas.
The funeral will be Saturday at 8:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, St. John Neumann Parish, to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Interment Cathedral Cemetery.
Friends may call Friday from 5 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 712 S. Keyser Ave, Taylor, Pa. 18517.
Edward L. Merkel
April 3, 2011
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Edward L. Merkel, 92, a former West Scranton resident, died Sunday, April 3, 2011 in Gino Merli Veterans Center, Scranton. He was preceeded in death by his wife of 47 years, Nellie Martino Merkel, who died in 1995.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Lorenz and Clara Claus Merkel. He was employed for 55 years by Jaunty Fabrics until his retirement. He was a member until it's closure of St. Mary Of The Assumption Church and was presently a member of St. John Neumann Parish. He was an Army veteran of WWll.
Surviving is a sister Dolores Bray, Collegeville, Pa., a sister-in-law Carmella Ehnot Scranton and nieces and nephews and greatnieces and greatnephews. He was also preceeded in death by three sisters; Romayne Merkel, Frances Bone and Marguerite VonAhrens.
The funeral will be Friday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc, 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Interment St. Mary Of The Assumption Cemetery, South Scranton.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Gino Merli Veterans Center, 401 Penn Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503. Friends may call Thursday from 6 to 8 PM.
Thomas E. Price
March 31, 2011
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Thomas E. Price, 81, a lifelong resident of South Scranton and Lake Spangenberg, died Thursday, March 31, 2011, at Mountainview Care Center, Scranton. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Vera Kopestonsky Price. He was preceeded in death by his first wife Marie Eiden Price.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late T. Emmett and Catherine Lentes Price. He was a graduate of St. Mary Of The Assumption High School and was a member of St. Mary Of The Assumption Church and it's Choir until it's closure. He was presently a member of St. John Neumann Parish. He was a retired employee of Bell Telephone and was a Korean War veteran seving as a Staff Seargent at Fort Meyers, VA. and in Wagington as a member of the elite " Old Guard" guarding generals and served in duty at Arlington National Cemetery. He then served in Germany for one year. He was a member of the 3rd US Infantry Regiment.
He was a member of the American Legion for 50 years and was Past Commander of Post 948. He was also a member of St. Mary's Parish Club, She-Shepas Sportsman Club, German American Club, and was past president of Lake Spangenburg Taxpayers Owners Association and was past president of Bell Telephone Pioneers.
The family would like to thank Dr. Phillip Boccagno and Hospice Of The Sacred Heart for their kind and compassionate care.
Also surviving are two sons Michael L. Price and wife Cheryl, Lancaster, Pa. and Thomas J. Price and wife Sally, Factoryville, grandsons Michael Price and wife Robin, Scott and Devin Price and a greatgrandson Cory, and a sister Mary Jane Price, Scranton.
The funeral will be Monday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 10 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor.
Interment St. Mary Of The Assumption Cemetery, South Scranton. Full military honors will be provided by AMVETS. Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 7 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Of The Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Dr., Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18702 or to St. John Neumann Parish, 633 Orchard St., 18505.
John H. Marx, Sr.
March 21, 2011
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John H. Marx, Sr., 85, a South Scranton resident, died Monday, March 21, 2011, at Holy Family Residence. His wife is Rosemary Langan Marx and the couple was married for 64 years.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Henry and Marie Walsh Marx. He was a graduate of St. Mary Of The Assumption High School and attended The University Of Scranton. He was a retired employee of Bell Telephone Co. He was an Army veteran of WWll, serving as a medic and achieving the rank of Staff Seargent. He was a member of St. Peter's Cathedral. Until it's closing last year, John was a lifelong parishioner of his beloved St. Mary Of The Assumption Church where he served on numerous committies and was a member of the choir. He was a man of deep faith who was devoted to God and lovingly cherished his wife and family. He was extremely generous to missionary causes throughout the country and especially to a missionary school in India. He and his wife volunteered for 20 years after retirement at Holy Family Residence. He particularly loved the members of the choirs he sang with at St. Mary's, Holy Name Of Jesus and St. Peter's Cathedral.
John's family extends it's greatest appreciation to the Little Sisters Of The Poor and all nurses, nurses aides and staff who cared for him so compassionately over the last six months.
Also surviving are three daughters Maureen Lavelle and husband Timothy, Scranton, Nancy Marx, Scranton and Maribeth Smith and husband Jerome, Moscow, and three sons John H. Marx, Jr., and wife Kathleen, Scranton, James Marx and wife Barbara, Bradford and Patrick Marx and wife Ann Marie, Scranton, 17 grandchildren, 8 greatgrandchildren, a sister Loretta Irving, Scranton and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by two sisters Marie Maxwell and Irene Marx.
The funeral will be Friday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in St. Peter's Cathedral to be celebrated by Auxilliary Bishop John Dougherty. Interment St. Mary Of The Assumption Cemetery, South Scranton.
Friends may call Thursday from 4 to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Family Residence, 2500 Adams Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18509.
Jessica Alferio Clark
March 15, 2011
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Jessica Alferio Clark, 31, a resident of Roaring Brook Twp., died Tuesday, March 15, 2011, at Fox Chase Cancer Center, Phila. Pa., after a curageous battle with cancer. She and her husband Brian Clark were married July 14, 2007.
Born in Scranton, she is the daughter of Matthew and Ann Marie Rudnick Alferio, Roaring Brook Twp. She was a member of St. Eulalia's Church and was a graduate of North Pocono High School. She received her BA from Wilkes University and her Master's In Education from Marywood University. She taught English at Seton Catholic High School, Pittston, Holy Cross High School, Dunmore and South Scranton Intermediate School. Some of the honors she achieved include Member of Alpha Epsilon Lambda, Who's Who Among America's Teachers, Cum Laude Graduate, Wilkes University, Annette Evans Humanities Award, Wilkes University Alumni Association's Alumni Award for Leadership, Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, Memeber of Sigma Tau Delta, Walt Disney World College Program.
The family wants to graciously thank Dr. Kailasam, Dr. Aggarwal, Dr. Schilder, Dr. Holleran, Dr. Elman, Dr. Frietas, Dr. Meyer, Dr. Price, Dr. Cronin, Dr. Kim, Dr. Nitzkorski, and all the staff of Radiology, Nephrology, Oncology, and the Surgical Departments for their dedicated and expert care.
We also want to thank all of the Nurses and C.N.A.'s of One North and One South, especially Lynn, Sherry, Christa, Alecia, Bernice, Mary Ann, Jessica, Cliff and Charlie for their constant and compassionate care. A special thanks to Dr. Douglas Coslett for his advice and guidance. Also surviving is a sister Jillian Ferri and husband Jordan, Covington Twp., and her nephew and godson Jacob Matthew Ferri.
Also surviving are aunts, uncles and cousins and her paternal grandmother June Serio Alferio, Scranton. She was preceeded in death by her paternal grandfather Matthew Alferio and her maternal grandparents Andrew and Marion Mehl Rudnick.
The funeral will be Saturday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Peter's Cathedral, to be celebrated by Rev. Thomas M. Muldowney, V.E.. Interment Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.
Friends may call Friday from 4 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation Of America, 386 Park Ave. South, NY,NY 10016 or to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave., Phila. Pa., 19111.
Florence Bartoli Lewis
March 9, 2011
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Florence Bartoli Lewis, a South Scranton resident, died Wednesday, March 9, 2011, in Hospice Community Care, Dunmore.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Corrado and Beatrice Allegranti Bartoli. She was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School, Class of 1949. She was a retired employee of Deuch Relays Credit, North Port, Long Island, NY. She was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish, The Young At Heart Club and the South Scranton After 50 Club. She enjoyed the beach, watching sunsets, getting dressed up and going to casinos and spending time with her friends. She volunteered at the Church's annual Pasta Dinner.
Surviving are her longtime companion Gino Corti and his children Jo Ann Corti, Newton Ransom, Scott Corti, Ashley and Gina Hartzell, Scranton, three nephews Carlo Bartoli and wife Rose, Old Forge, Louis Festa and wife Tayna, Scranton, who was her caregiver, and Joseph Festa and wife Karen, Thornhurst, several cousins and grandnieces and grandnephews. Also surviving are her lifelong friends Oliver and Josephine Violini, Scranton.
The funeral will be Saturday with Mass at 10:30 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Entombment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section.
Friends may call Saturday morning at the church from 9:30 to 10;30. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Of Assisi Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18509.
Anna Bisciaio
March 6, 2011
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Anna Bisciaio, 89, a South Scranton resident, died Sunday morning, March 6, 2011, in Mercy Hospital. Her husband of 67 years is Arnold F. Bisciaio.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Casper and Jacqueline Pioppo Sciacchitano. She was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. She was a retired employee of Glassco Apparel Co., Inc. and was a member of the ILGWU. The family wishes to thank Dr. Patrick Conaboy and his staff for all the years of concern for and care of Anna. They also wish to thank the Doctors and staff of Mercy Hospital and ICU for their care.
Also survivng is a daughter Marilynn Bisciaio, Scranton, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was also preceeded in death by a son Robert Bisciaio, a brother Paul Sciacchitano and three sisters; Mary Cortez, Grace Angeline and Evelyn Refice.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St. to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor.
Interment Italian American Cemetery, Minooka Section.
Friend may call Wednesday from 4 to 6 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Of The Cross Parish, 1217 Prospect Ave., 18505.
Paul G. Sporer
March 4, 2011
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Paul G. Sporer, 68, a resident of Moosic, died Friday morning, March 4, 2011, at Scranton Healthcare Center after a long illness. His wife of 45 years is the former Carol Titton.
Born January 11, 1943, in Scranton, he was the son of Ruth Deininger Sporer, Scranton and the late Paul J. Sporer. He was a member of Divine Mercy Parish and was a graduate of St. Mary Of The Assumption High School. He served for four years with the Army National Guard. Before retirement, Paul was an electrical contractor and a member of th I.B.E.W., local 81.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. John Diakiw for his care, kindness and compassion given to Paul and his family during his long illness. We would also like to thank Scranton Healthcare and all of the staff for the care Paul received while he was a resident there and also to express our thanks to VNA Hospice for the care and comfort given to Paul in his final days.
Also surviving are a son Paul Sporer and wife Annette, Moscow, two daughters Lisa Minnichbach and husband Joseph, Elmhurst and Renee Sporer, Ludington, MI., a brother Daniel Sporer and wife Kathy, Hadden Twp., NJ. He was also preceeded in death by a sister Carol Warner.
The funeral will be Tuesday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass Of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Joseph's Church, Divine Mercy Parish, 312 Davis St., to be celebrated by Rev. Francis Pauselli, Pastor.
Interment Sacred Hearts Cemetery, Minooka Section. Friends may call Monday from 4 to 8 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice, 301 Delaware Ave., Olyphant , 18447 or to Scranton Healthcare Center Activities Fund, 2933 McCarthy Ave, Scranton, 18505 or to the donor's favorite charity.
Donald J. Reach
March 2, 2011
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Donald J. Reach, 86, a Dunmore Resident, died Wednesday evening, March 2, 2011, at Mountainview Care Center. He was preceeded in death by his wife, Joan Michaeli Reach in 1988.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Alfred and Jule Healey Reach. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and was a graduate of Scranton Central High School. He formerly owned Don's Electrical and was a retired employee of Tobyhanna Army Depot. He was a Army veteran of WWll, serving in the Siege Of Fiege-Bastogne in the Battle Of The Bulge. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, WWll Victory Ribbon and the European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with 2 Bronze Stars. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and greatgrandfather who will be deeply missed.
Survivng are two sons; Brian Reach and wife Mary, Glenridge, NJ, Gary A, Reach and wife Brigitte, Moscow, two daughters; Juliann Hall and husband Atty. William, Dunmore, Marilyn Decker and husband Michael, Davidsonville, MD., A brother Paul Reach and wife Tina, Newark, DE., and two sisters; Helen Davidson, Buffalo, NY. and Marian Tompko, Scranton, a daughter-in-law Kathy Reach, Dunmore, 12 grandchildren and one greatgrandchild.
Also surviving is his companion Rose Mazola, Dunmore and his caregiver John Depoly, Scranton and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by a son Donald L. Reach and a brother Alfred Reach.
The funeral will be Monday at 9:15 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in Immaculate Conception Church to be celebrated by Rev. Joseph Sica. Interment Cathedral Cemetery. F
riends may call Sunday from 1 to 4 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Meals On Wheels, 541 Wyoming Ave., Scranton,Pa. 18509.
The funeral will have full military honors provided by AMVETS.
Kathleen Marie Philbin
February 21, 2011
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Kathleen Marie Philbin, 55, a South Scranton resident, died Monday, February 21, 2011, at home.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph E. and Mary Phelps Philbin. She was a graduate of St. John The Evangelist Grade School and South Scranton Central Catholic High School, class of 1973. She was formerly employed by The Scranton Times where she was Miss Fire Prevention and she also worked for several local medical billing agencies. She was currently employed at Penn Foster. She was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and was deeply invoved in parish events. She was a devout Catholic and was active in the diocese. She was an adult volunteer at CMC and was awarded an honor for over 3000 hours of service. She loved animals.
Surviving is a sister Maureen Gibbons and husband Joseph, Scranton, two brothers Thomas J. Philbin and wife Janice, Archbald and Joseph T. Philbin, Benton, and nieces and nephews including Mary Colleen Gibbons, Ryan, Lindsey, Matthew and Alexandra Philbin, an uncle, James Philbin and wife Ann, Scranton, and cousins. She was also preceeded in death by several aunts and uncles.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 10 AM in Sacred Hearts Church by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Inurnment Cathedral Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Of The Cross Parish. 1217 Prospect Ave., Scranton, 18505.
Joanne M. Brozzetti
February 6, 2011
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Joanne M. Brozzetti, a South Scranton resident, died Sunday evening at home. She was the wife of Hugo Brozzetti and the couple was married for 63 years.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Camille Genello Gillette. She was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish and was a graduate of Dunmore High School. She and her husband founded Hugo's Vending and she was a cofounder with her daughter of Small Frye's Botique. She outfitted many generations of children with their Baptismal and Communion outfits. She was a past president and active member of Ladies Of UNICO. She was a member of her monthly card club and many other organizations. She was a special wife, mother. grandmother, aunt and friend who loved spending time with her family and friends. She was famous for her spinach dishes.
The family wishes to thank Ruth and Laurie and the staff of Hospice Community Care and also extends thanks to Dr. Thomas Minora and Dr. Patrick Fricchioni.
Also surviving is a daughter Louise Frye and husband James, Scranton, and a son Frank Brozzetti and wife Gloria, Naples, FL., a brother Alfred Gillette and wife Marylou, Dunmore and grandchildren; Frank Brozzetti, Jr., Dunmore, Michael Brozzetti ,Scranton, Camille Frye Kojtek and husband Jon, Scranton, Jaime Frye and fincee David Rea, Pittsburgh and Jonathon Frye, Scranton. Also surviving are nieces and nephews including Kathleen Gillette who was like a daughter. She was also preceeded in death by two brothers Frank and Joseph Gillette.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Entombment Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday from 4 to 8 PM.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Community Care, 100 William St., Dunmore, Pa. 18512.
Elizabeth F. Kerrigan
January 24, 2011
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Elizabeth F. Kerrigan, 77, a South Scranton resident, died Monday evening, January 24, 2011, at Lackawanna County Health Care Center, Blakely. She was the wife of James M. Kerrigan, Sr. and the couple was married for 54 years.
Born in Hazelton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Julia McGeehan Dougherty. She was a member of St. John Neumann Parish.She was active in Pennsylvanians For Human Life, Nativity Altar and Rosary Society and Marywood Parent Council. She was a graduate of St. Ann's High School and Marywood College. She was instrumental in the establishment and operation of the Southside Food Pantry. Her sefless dedication to family, friends and those in need was evident throughout her life. Her greatest joys were spending time with her grandchildren, praying the Family Rosary, watching sunsets from her porch with her husband and vacationing with her family in the Pocono's and Walt Disney World.
Also surviving is a son Joseph Kerrigan and wife Maria, Old Forge, four daughters; Mary Singleton and husband David, Scranton, Julie Durand and husband Reed, Owego, NY., Betty McGlynn and husband Don, Maine, NY., and Michele Sekol and husband Matt, Hanover Twp., 20 grandchildren; Courtney Kerrigan, Kathryn, Sarah and Jessica Singleton, Iain, Evan and Caelan Kerrigan, Johnathan, Cathy, Andrew, Susan, Caroline, Thomas, Laura, Samuel and Abigail Durand, Pat and Amber McGlynn and Faith and Logan Sekol, and nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by two sons, infant Patrick and James M. Kerrigan. Jr.,and a sister Mary Carroll.
The funeral will be Friday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Interment Cathedral Cemetery.
Friends may call Thursday from 5 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pennsylvanians For Human Life, 506 Broadway, 18505 or to St. John Neumann Parish, 633 Orchard St. 18505.
Catherine A. Piepoli
January 16, 2011
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Catherine A. Piepoli, 83, a South Scranton resident, died Sunday, January 16, 2011, in Timber Ridge Nursing Home, Plains Twp..
Born in Barnsville, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Vito and Theresa Kneely Piepoli. She was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish, St. Francis Of Assisi Church, and was a retired employee of Brooks Manufacturing. She was a kind and loving sister and aunt who will be deeply missed.
Surviving is a sister Nancy Connolly and husband Robert, Scranton and two brothers; John Piepoli and wife Dolores, with whom she formerly resided and Vito Piepoli and wife Angela, Old Forge, nieces and nephews and greatnieces and greatnephews. She was also preceeded in death by three brothers Daniel, Peter and Joseph Piepoli and a sister Rose Belinski.
The funeral will be Thursday with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section.
Friends may call Thursday at the church from 9 to 10 AM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Italian-American Cemetery Assn., c/o Mario Tomarelli, 1833 Prospect Ave., Scranton,Pa. 18505.
Joseph F. Ceresko
January 8, 2011
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Joseph F. Ceresko, a resident of North Plainfield, NJ, died Saturday, January 8, 2011, in Somerville Medical Center, Somerville, NJ. He was the husband of the former Marianne Dorio who died in 2005.
Born in Greenwood-Moosic, He was the son of the late Dominick and Marianne Wardoch Ceresko. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, North Plainfield. Surviving is a son Joseph E. Ceresko, Middlesex, NJ, and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by a brother and two sisters.
A Blessing Service and Committal will be held Wednesday at 10 AM in the Chapel at Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section. Interment Italian-American Cemetery.
Denise M. Regni
January 5, 2011
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Denise M. Regni, a resident of Old Forge, died Wednesday morning, January 5, 2011, in Mercy Hospital ER after being stricken ill at home.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of June Benci Regni, Clarks Green, and the late Gerald J. Regni, Sr. She was a graduate of Scranton Central High School, attended Penn State School Of Cosmetology and New York State Ellectrolysis School Of Style. She owned and operated Simply Hair Beauty Salon, South Scranton. Her two great loves were styling hair and her pets.
Also survivng is her partner in life Vincent Cheroundolo, Old Forge, a brother Gerald J. Regni, Jr., and wife Nancy, Philadelphia, a niece Gabriella Regni and two nephews Giancarlo and Maximillian Regni, all of Philadelphia, an Aunt Janice Cooney, Caldwell, NY and cousins.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 10 AM in St. Peter's Cathedral to be celebrated by Msgr. Davis Bohr, Pastor. Interment, Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section. There will be no calling hours. Memorial Contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
Rose Sostok
January 2, 2011
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Rose Sostok, 75, a South Scranton resident, died Sunday, January 2, 2011, in Moses Taylor Hospital. Born in Kingston, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Simon. She was a graduate of Kingston High School and was a member of St. John Neumann Parish. Cooking and hospitality were her passion. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed.
Survivng are two sons; Dr. Michael Sostok and wife Carol Zehner Sostok, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Anthony Sostok, Scranton and two grandchildren Ann Nichole Sostok and Megan Faith Sostok. She was also preceeded in death by three brothers.
The funeral will be Thursday with a Blessing Service at 9:30 AM in the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. to be celebrated by Rev. Michael Bryant, Pastor. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday morning from 8;30 to 9;30 AM.