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Judith Ann "Judy" Kuperavage
Nov 10, 2025
Judith Ann Kuperavage, 77, of Tuscarora, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2025, with her beloved husband of 58 years, Ronald J. "Butchy" Kuperavage by her side
Born in Coaldale on Tuesday, February 3, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Douglas and Esther (Bridyham) Davies.
Judy was a graduate of Tamaqua Area High School, Judy dedicated many years...
Donald A. "Rocky" Weaver
Nov 13, 2025
Donald "Rocky" Weaver, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at home in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the age of 89, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on January 16, 1936, in Pleasant Corners, Lehigh County, Donald was the son of the late Robert Sr. and Mildred (Scheirer) Weaver. He was also preceded in...
Kathryn G. Nester
Nov 12, 2025
Kathryn G. Nester, aged 89, formerly of Tuscarora, peacefully departed this life on November 12, 2025, at Forest Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Walter B. Nester, who passed away in 2001.
Born on June 12, 1936, in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, Kathryn was the cherished daughter of the late Gerald and Bernadette (Wirtz)...
Cynthia M. Maggs
Nov 12, 2025
Cynthia M. "Cyndy" Maggs, age 70, of Tamaqua, passed away peacefully at her home on November 12, 2025, with her loving family by her side. Cyndy was the cherished wife of the late Merl W. Maggs I, who preceded her in death in 2022.
Born on July 24, 1955, in Fleetwood, PA, Cyndy was the beloved daughter of the late Victor...
Robert George Hankey
Nov 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert George Hankey, 70, of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, who died on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, while a guest at Forest Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Weatherly, Pennsylvania.
Born in Coaldale on Monday, April 18, 1955, Bob was the son of the late Robert L. and Imogene (Burdick) Hankey.
A dedicated sports...
John M. "Hook" Stremick
Nov 10, 2025
John (Hook) M. Stremick, 76, of Mary-D, Pennsylvania, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 10, 2025. He died doing what he loved, shortly after a successful hunt at the Moss Glen Rod and Gun Club, where he took an 8-point buck.
Born in Pottsville on Thursday, February 10, 1949, John was the son of the late Martha (Lincovich) Haffey. A proud...
Joan Carol Cerulla
Nov 8, 2025
Joan Carol Cerulla, age 85, of White Haven, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at her home above the diner, surrounded by her loving family. For 45 years, she was the devoted owner of the White Haven Diner.
Born on March 18, 1940, in Hazleton, Joan was the daughter of the late Roy W. and Ruth (Reed) Minnick. She...
Walter D. Perla
Nov 8, 2025
Walter D. Perla, 77, of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed from this life on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Geisinger St. Luke’s in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania. He left behind a legacy of love that will be felt for generations.
Walter was born in Tamaqua on January 7, 1948, the son of the late John Joseph and Jeanne A. (Moser) Perla. He bravely served...
Edward E. Graaf, Sr.
Nov 8, 2025
Edward E. "Ed" Graaf Sr., 87, of Weatherly, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025, while a guest at Forest Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
Born in Laurytown, Weatherly, on Sunday, March 6, 1938, Ed was the son of the late Nelson M. and Mabel G. (Schnaufer) Graaf. A proud veteran, he served honorably in the U.S. Army Reserves.
Ed...
Nichole Myers
Nov 3, 2025
Nichole Myers, 54, a lifelong resident of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 3, 2025, after a courageous fight against cancer. She was surrounded by the loving care of her parents, Gary S. and Lynn L. (Pavlick) Myers.
Born in Hazleton on Tuesday, December 1, 1970, Nichole was a beloved daughter who found joy in the simple...
William Walker "Bill" Willing
Nov 1, 2025
William W. "Bill" Willing, 81 years of age, a lifelong resident of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 1, 2025.
Born in Coaldale on Tuesday, July 11, 1944, Bill was the son of the late Evan George Willing and Jean C. (Walker) Willing. He was also predeceased by his beloved daughter, Tracey Lynn Willing, and his brother,...
Mary Rose Weber
Nov 1, 2025
Mary Rose Weber, 95, of Palmerton, formerly of Lansford, passed away peacefully in her home on November 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, granddaughter Avery and spouse Jason Pioli, niece Rose Hlubik and spouse Dan Labombard. She was the beloved wife of Michael T. Weber, with whom she shared many cherished years of marriage.
Born on March 17, 1930, in...
Edward L. Hill
Nov 1, 2025
Edward L. Hill, a passionate outdoorsman, artist, and long-time commercial roofer, died peacefully at his home in Tamaqua on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the age of 76.
Born in Oakland, California, Edward dedicated his professional life to the roofing trade for more than three decades. Yet, his true passions lay in the quiet concentration of the outdoors and the satisfaction...
Dolores D. (Pruett) Martin
Oct 29, 2025
Dolores D. Martin, a 96-year-old resident of Tamaqua, passed away on Wednesday evening October 29. 2025 in Allentown, held in the warmth of her family's love. She was known to many simply as a good neighbor, and for her, that was the highest compliment.
Born in Tamaqua on August 9, 1929, to the late James and Annabell (Sassaman) Pruett, Dolores was...
Lloyd W. Cunnius Jr.
Oct 27, 2025
Lloyd W. Cunnius, Jr., a lifelong outdoorsman who found peace and joy in hunting and fishing, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2025. He was 80 years old.
Born in Reading on September 22, 1945, to the late Lloyd W. Cunnius, Sr. and Catherine (Musser) Cunnius, Lloyd built a respected career through his dedication and hard work. He retired from...
Lester P. Rhubright
Oct 24, 2025
Lester P. Rhubright, 82, of Hometown, Rush Township, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025, with his devoted wife of 56 years, Kathleen M. (Morfy) Rhubright, by his side.
Born in Coaldale, the son of the late Lester L. and Celeste (Bonomo) Rhubright, Lester was a proud graduate of Tamaqua High School's Class of 1961. He was employed for over...
Marilyn E. Boyle
Oct 23, 2025
Marilyn E. Boyle, 91 of Hazle Township passed away October 23, 2025 in her home.
Born May 16, 1934, in Weatherly, PA, she was the daughter of the late William and Myrtle (Schauffer) Boyle.
She was employed in the textile industry in production for many years.
Marilyn was a member of the English Hazleton Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
She enjoyed gardening and crocheting.
She is...
John Michael Noonan
Oct 20, 2025
John Michael Noonan, 84, of Weatherly, passed away October 20, 2025, in Lehigh Valley Hazleton campus.He was the husband of Shirley Mae (Pugh) Noonan, and they were married for 53 years.Born August 15, 1941, in Worcester, MA he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Williams) Noonan.He was a graduate of South High School located in Worcester.John proudly served his...
Gary M. Kodlick
Oct 17, 2025
Gary M. Kodlick, 79 years of age of New Ringgold, Pennsylvania died on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Born December 15, 1945 in Coaldale Hospital in Coaldale, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Michael and Anna Sue (Kalny) Kodlick. Gary was also predeceased by: son, Kenneth Kodlick; and sister, Marie Yannetti.
Surviving are daughters: Kelly Bergantinos,...
James W. Hain
Oct 17, 2025
James W. Hain 92 years of age of New Tripoli passed away suddenly on Friday October 17, 2025 in South Tamaqua.
Born in Walker Township, Tamaqua on June 2, 1933 the son of the late James E. and Esther (Houser) Hain. Jim was also predeceased by; his wife of 59 years, Kay E. (Schmerfeld) Hain; son, Timothy J. Hain; sisters, Eleanor...
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