All Obituaries

Tina Kutch Masoud, 72, departed peacefully with her angels on Sunday evening, January 29th, 2023. Born in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Melva (Bertolini) Kutch.  She lived in both New York and Pennsylvania, and was a talented beautician, owning her own business, Tina's Hair Fashions in Schuylkill Haven. Tina enjoyed spending time with her family, shopping and fun excursions with her husband, Khamis, on his days off, and cooking with her best buddy and...

Joseph A. Gudinas, 70, a resident of Pottsville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 11th, 2023 at his home. Joseph was born in Pottsville on January 20, 1952, a son of the late Albert and Helen (Martin) Gudinas. He was a graduate of the Pottsville high school, and was retired, having been last employed by Monarch Management, working in building maintenance. Prior to that, he worked for Argo Mills in Schuylkill Haven. Joseph was an avid pool shooter, and was a member of the Pine...

Joseph A. Muredda, 100, formerly of Girardville, passed away on December 24,  at The Gardens at York Terrace, Pottsville. Born in Giradrdville, he was the son of John and Mary Muredda.   He was a US Army veteran having served in World War II.  Surviving are a sister, Rita Simononis, several nieces and nephews.   Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Ashland.    

Katherine L Reinhart, 58, of Pottsville, passed away on December 22, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest, Allentown. Born on February 26, 1964, in Connellsville, PA, she was a daughter of the late David and Mary Catherine ( Bryner) Stone. She enjoyed collecting things and playing games on her table. She married Bernard L. Reinhart on June 25, 2011. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son Richard Hayden, A daughter, Jessica Harr, a grandson, Trent Harr, three brothers, Richard...

Marylou Kull, 61, of Pottsville passed away November 26th, 2022, after a long, hard fought battle with cancer, surrounded by her family at the Lehigh Valley Hospital in Pottsville.  She was considered a walking miracle by her doctors.  She is well deserving of her wings. Marylou was born in Pottsville on August 2, 1961, the daughter of the late William and Ruth (Schoffstall) Beury. She attended Minersville High School, and last worked for Tension Envelope, St. Clair.  As a...

Mary L. Sterner, 90, a lifelong resident of Orwigsburg, passed away at her home on Friday, November 19, 2022. Mary was born in Orwigsburg on July 12, 1932, a daughter of the late Harold and Alvena (Miller) Ryland. She was a member of Christ Church in McKeansburg where she spent many hours as a volunteer and a member of the Circle of Friends. She loved her family, going camping, traveling, the beach, hot weather and the family dinners. Mary was retired, having been employed in the local...

Victoria B. Pasqua, 94, a resident of Pottsville, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022. Victoria was born on May 13, 1928 in Pottsville, a daughter of the late Frank and Beatrice Yarosh. She worked and retired from the local garment industry and was a member of St. Patricks Church in Pottsville. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers and sisters. Victoria is survived by her daughter, Cheryl, wife of William Lecher. She is also survived by two grandson, Eric...

Gwen J. Reese, 91, of Pottsville, passed away Tuesday afternoon surrounded by her family. Gwen was born in Pottsville on December 4, 1930, a daughter of the late Joseph and Ruth (Hardy) Davis. She attended Pottsville high school and was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Pottsville where she taught Sunday School for many years. She also enjoyed attending the First Baptist Church in Pottsville with her late husband, Earl. Gwen worked for the former Bell Telephone, now Verizon...

Kirk A. Hopkins, 50, of Pottsville, passed away on November 4, 2022 at his home He was born in Pottsville on March 16, 1972, He was the son of the late Carl E. Hopkins and Linda (Blair) Hopkins. Kirk loved oldies music from the 50's, 60's, and 70's. He loved trains, passenger vans, his family, and friends. Kirk's biggest goal was to help other people in need. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Danny Blair. Kirk is survived by two sisters,...

Richard Huber, 89, a resident of Pottsville, passed away Thursday evening, November 3, 2022 at the Gardens at York Terrace. Born in Manheim Township on August 1, 1933, he was the son of the late Paul and Estella (Verona) Huber. He was a veteran of the US Navy, serving during the Korean Conflict. Richard worked for the Auditor Generals Office, retiring as a Director of Internal Audit. Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores (Harman) Huber. Surviving are a son, Stephen Huber, a...