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John P. Frable
Nov 23, 2025
John P. Frable, 94 years of age a life long resident of Weatherly, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Heritage Hill Senior Living 800 Sixth Street Weatherly.
Born Tuesday, July 21, 1931 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania the son of the late Elwood K. and Nora Elizabeth (Faust) Frable.
A 1949 graduate of Weatherly High School, John served honorably in...
Dorothy Reiner
Nov 23, 2025
Dorothy Reiner, 87 years of age, a cherished mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 23, 2025, while a guest at St. Luke’s Manor in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. She resided on Plane Street in Weatherly, Pennsylvania.
Born in Highland, PA, on Friday, April 22, 1938, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Benjamin Sr. and Catherine (Malletz) Gelezinsky. She...
Joseph M. Hoherchak
Nov 22, 2025
Joseph M. Hoherchak , Sr., 89 years of age of West Penn Township New Ringgold, Pennsylvania passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
Born Tuesday, November 17, 1936 in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania the son of the late Peter and Mary ( Rimsky) Hoherchak. Joe was also predeceased by his beloved wife of 51 years, Cecilia A. (McHale) Hoherchak on October 21,...
Kevin "Toe" G. Kistler, Sr
Nov 22, 2025
Kevin “Toe” G. Kistler Sr., beloved husband, devoted dad, son, 54 years of age of New Ringgold, Pennsylvania passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at home after a courageous battle against cancer.
Born Wednesday, March 31, 1971 in Pottsville, Pennsylvania the son of the late Kermit M. Kistler. Surviving are; his wife of 26 years, Kay Ann (Fertig) Kistler; son,...
Patricia M. Swanger
Nov 22, 2025
Patricia M. Swanger, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, 85 years of age of Lansford, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025 while in the loving care of her family.
Born Friday, November 1, 1940 in Baltimore Maryland the daughter of the late Benjamin Harrison and Frieda (Haggert) Carnes. Patricia was also predeceased by; husband, William Swanger; Daughter,...
Harold T. Watkins
Nov 19, 2025
Harold T. Watkins, 87 years of age of Coaldale, passed away November 19, 2025 in Good Samaritan Hospital West Palm Beach Florida.
Born in Coaldale, the son of the late Arnold and Sarah (Mantz) Watkins. Harold was also predeceased by; his beloved wife of 57 years, Dorothy (Webb) Watkins; son, Barry D. Watkins; grandson; Bryn Watkins; siblings, Arnold Watkins, Noah Watkins,...
Michelle M. Ketchledge
Nov 17, 2025
Michelle M. Ketchledge, 67, of Franklin Township, Lehighton, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed away on Monday, November 17th, at Mahoning Valley Nursing Home in Lehighton.
She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and "Nina" to her cherished grandchildren.
Born in France on Thursday, April 3, 1958, Michelle was the daughter of the late Roy and Shirley (Moser) Miller.
A dedicated professional, Michelle, retired from St....
Beatrice M. "Bea" Evans
Nov 16, 2025
Beatrice "Bea" M. Evans, 66, of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, and "Nana," Bea was loved by all who knew her.
Born on July 14, 1959, in Abington, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Joe and Helen Bushman. Bea is survived...
Andrew M. "Andy" Malay
Nov 14, 2025
Andrew M. Malay, 73 years of age of Tamaqua, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at home.
Born Saturday, April 26, 1952 in Coaldale, the son of the late Andrew Malay and Elizabeth (Davidyock) Malay. Andy was also predeceased by; sister, Nancy Trevorah.
Surviving are; his wife Donna L. (Baldini) Malay; sons, Andrew Malay, Anthony Malay;, daughter, Andrea Malay; brother, Michael...
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...
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...
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...
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