Obituaries

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...

Apr 14, 2023

Michele Renninger, 65, of Pottsville, passed away on April 14th at home.

Born in Carlise, she was born on March 8th 1958. She was a daughter of Robert Frank, Sr., Pottsville, and the late Margaret (Kelley) Frank.

Michele was a Blue Mountain graduate and was a truck dispatcher for Kevin Emerich Transportation and a associate...

Mar 30, 2023

Mary L. Anthony, 92, of  Pottsville, passed away on March 30, at The Gardens at York Terrace, Pottsville.

Born in Pottsville, she was born on May 9, 1930.

Mary worked in the textile industry for many years before becoming a crossing guard.  She also worked for ZRM Lamp Factory, Pottsville.

She attended Trinity...

Mar 5, 2023

Karen I. (Jacoby) Leahy, 73, of Pottsville, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, March 5, surrounded by her loving family and friends at her home.

Born in Pottsville, on June 1, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Zella (Brown) Jacoby.

Karen graduated from Pottsville Area High School and attended McCann Business...

Feb 28, 2023

Faye Hoch, a formerly of Pottsville, passed away on February 28th, 2023.

Faye had been a long time resident of The Villages in Florida prior to passing,

As per Faye's request, she was laid to rest privately alongside her husband Lewis Hoch at the Schuylkill Memorial Park, with services provided by the Schlitzer Allen Pugh...

Feb 6, 2023

Lillie Edmondson passed away on Feb 6, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Feb 6, 2023

Dennis Mintz, 66, a resident of Pottsville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, February 6, 2023 at his home.

Dennis was born in Pottsville on August 17, 1956, a son of the late Walter J. and Jean (Lipinski) Mintz.  He was a graduate of the Schuylkill Haven high school, and was a life long...