Obituaries

Dec 2, 2023

Doris C. Dehner, 91, loving wife, mother and Baba, passed away peacefully in her Pottsville home of 61 years surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023. Doris was born in Pottsville on January 26, 1932, a daughter of the late Roy and Catherine (Shell) Hughes. She attended Pottsville area school, and was a long time homemaker,...

Nov 30, 2023

Jean M. Stillwagner, 83, of Cumbola, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, at Schuylkill Center, Pottsville, after brief illness.

Born in Pottsville, she was the daughter of the Steve and Josephine (Narog) Guzley.

My mother was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was...

Nov 26, 2023

Linda D. Feno, 75, a resident of Schuylkill Haven, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2023.

Linda was born in Reading on December 6, 1947 and raised by her grandparents, Bessie and William Carl Harris. After their passing, her aunt, Anna Carl, continued her upbringing.

Linda was a hard working woman, retiring from Craftex in...

Nov 11, 2023

Joseph Cremia, age 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 11, 2023.

Joseph was born in Pottsville, a son of the late Francis and Alice (Bobinis) Cremia.  He was a graduate of the Pottsville high school, and was retired, having been a life long paver operator, last working for Doli Construction of Chalfont.

Joe is...

Oct 25, 2023

Alice R. Eisenhart, 87, of Pottsville, passed away peacefully October 25th at her home. Alice was born in Pottsville on June 24, 1936, a daughter of the late William and Juanita (Sanders) Wingert . She was a graduate of the Pottsville High School. Alice worked as a clerk for Raudenbush bakery, but also for many years as a CNA...

Oct 19, 2023

Anna Mary Dohmann Upton, age 93, passed away on October 19, 2023 in Pottsville, PA. Ann was a a long time resident of Pearl River, NY, and earlier the Bronx, NY. Ann had a long career as a teacher in the New York City public schools

Ann was born in New York City to Richard and Catherine...

Oct 15, 2023

Gary R. Schwartz, 60, a resident of Pottsville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 15th, 2023.

Gary was born in Pottsville on February 25, 1963, a son of the late Frank R. and Betty Jean (Miller) Schwartz.  He was a graduate of the Pottsville high school.  A lifelong worker in the construction industry, Gary began his career...

Sep 22, 2023

Jean Meyer, 71, of Pottsville, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2023.

Jean was born in Pottsville on July 7, 1952, a daughter of the late William and Rita (Rosenberger) Stock.

In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by brothers, William "Bill" Stock in 2006 and Jeffery "Jeff" Stock in 2015, along...

Aug 22, 2023

George Walters, aged 80, passed away on August 22, 2023, while a guest at Manor Care in Pottsville. Born on December 10, 1942, in Pottsville, he was the son of Margaret Balthus and was raised locally in the Pottsville area by his grandparents.

George graduated from Pottsville High School and went on to work in various manufacturing...

Aug 17, 2023

Harry L. Geissler III, 62, of Pottsville, passed away on August 17, 2023 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. Born in Pottsville Pennsylvania, on May 30, 1961, he was the son of the late Harry and Elizabeth (Bickert) Geissler.

Harry worked as a manager at GNC  and then  worked as an registered nurse for over 10 years at...

Jun 22, 2023

Caroline V. Burks, 74, of Pottsville, passed away on June 22, 2023, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born in Easton, Pennsylvania on September 17, 1948. Caroline was the daughter of the late Frank and Marion (Breene) Compton.

Caroline worked as a seamstress in the local garment industry in the Easton area before eventually...

Jun 13, 2023

Sandra Wertz, 76, a resident of Heritage Heights, Pottsville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 13th, 2023. Sandy was born in Pottsville on July 24, 1946, a daughter of the late Frank and June (Reese) Wertz. She worked locally as an administrative assistant prior to retirement. In addition to her parents, Sandy was preceded in death by her sister,...

Jun 12, 2023

Martin R. Flannery, 91, a resident of Orwigsburg, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 12th, 2023.

Martin was born in Pottsville on January 28, 1932, a son of the late Robert and Violet Flannery.  After completing high school, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving overseas in Germany during the Korean Conflict.

Jun 9, 2023

Doris Sullivan of Pottsville, Pennsylvania passed away on Jun 9, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

May 28, 2023

Darlene M. (Symons) Menchefsky, 67, formerly of  St. Clair, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 28th, 2023, at Shenandoah Senior Living Center.

Born on December 16, 1955, in St. Clair, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Corandi) Symons.

Darlene was a dedicated individual who found purpose in helping others. For many...

May 11, 2023

Howard Rioux of Royersford, Pennsylvania passed away on May 11, 2023. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

May 4, 2023

Anna Mae Tray, 93, a resident of Pottsville, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 4, 2023.

Anna Mae was born in St. Clair on April 4, 1930. She attended local schools, and was a member of the United Church of Christ.

She worked for and retired from the John S. Clarke Elementary School,...

May 3, 2023

Cheryl Ann Roman, 71, of Pottsville, passed away on May 3, 2023. Cheryl Ann was born in Pottsville, a daughter of the late Frank and June (Reese) Wertz. She last worked for VanHuesen in Schuylkill Haven, and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Roman in 2002,...

Apr 23, 2023

John O'Grady, age 73, passed away on April 23, 2023, while a guest at Rosewood Nursing and Rehab Center in Schuylkill Haven.

John was born in Elizabeth, NJ, a son of  John and Maria (McCarty) O'Grady, Sr.   After high school, John served in the United States Navy.   A lifelong truck driver, he was last employed by Jevic...

Apr 23, 2023

Frederick J. Burinsky, 83, of Middleport, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2023 while a guest at the Gardens at York Terrace in Pottsville.

Born on October 26, 1939, he was the son of the late Joseph and Florence (Bradbury) Burinsky.  He was of the Lutheran faith.

Fred served in the US Army and the US...