OBITUARIES

Jan 17, 2026

Philip M. Burkey, 74, of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, passed away early in the morning on Saturday, January 17, 2026 in his home, with his wife and daughter by his side. Born in Coaldale, Pennsylvania, on April 2, 1951, he was the son of the late Joseph B. and Theresa A. (Sharpe) Burkey.

Philip graduated from Tamaqua High School in 1969, where...

Jan 16, 2026

Dorothy A. (Haas) Fritz, 88 years of age, of Mahoning Township, Lehighton Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, and her husband of 70 years, Arthur C. Fritz.

Dorothy’s life was defined by her unwavering devotion to her family. As a doting "Grand-ma," she instilled in her children and grandchildren...

Jan 15, 2026

Jan 14, 2026

Joseph Patrick Breuer age 63, passed away peacefully 1/14/26 at 5:41 PM with his family and friends by his side. Joe entered Hospice on Dec 30, 2025 due to cancer. Joe was born on 3/17/62 in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Joe was a unique guy that loved his family, friends, and the outdoors. Joe loved sports, fishing, crabbing, hunting, and was avid...

Jan 13, 2026

Keith David Tiley, 68, passed away at his home in Wellsboro, PA on Saturday, January 10th, 2026, with his canine companion Jack by his side.

Keith was born in Easton, Pa, and called the town his home for the majority of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Jean Tiley, and his sister Joy. We cannot...

Jan 13, 2026

Teresa Carmella (Solon) Rokita, born May 4, 1951, in Hazleton, PA, transitioned peacefully on January 13, 2026, at age 74, surrounded by close friends and loved ones at St. Luke’s Hospital–Carbon Campus. A long-time resident of Lansford, PA, Teresa devoted her career to caring for others as an LPN at St. Luke's Manor in Hazleton and later shared her talents...

Jan 13, 2026

Julia (Hudy) Harahus, 90 years of age, of New Ringgold, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, surrounded by the family she cherished. Born in Mala Pelana, Czechoslovakia, on June 29, 1935, to John and Eva Hudy, Julia emigrated to the United States at age 12. She was the last surviving member of seven siblings.

Julia was a woman of deep...

Jan 12, 2026

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Petronella van de Velden-Sabol, better known to friends and family as Nelleke.

Nelleke was born in the city of Hilversum, The Netherlands on the 8th day of the eight month in 1962 to the late Hermanus van de Velden. She married James Sabol on March 7 1990 in Panama City FL. She met...

Jan 11, 2026

Virginia A. Bachart, 80, of Packer Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Forest Hills Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. A woman of deep faith and quiet kindness, Virginia was a lifelong resident of the Hazleton and Weatherly areas.

A graduate of Hazleton High School, Virginia dedicated much of her life to her community and her church. As a...

Jan 10, 2026

Joseph E. Bellas, husband, father, brother, pappy, 81 years of age, of Weatherly, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Salisbury Township surrounded by his family.

Joe was born on March 12, 1944, in Eckley, the son of the late George and Helen (Washko) Bellas. He was a graduate of the former Foster Township...

Jan 9, 2026

On the morning of Friday, January 9, 2026, Ilene Mae (Richebacher) Hinkle, was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 89. Formerly a resident of Weatherly, PA, she resided at the St. Luke's Miners Memorial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Coaldale, PA at the time of her death.

Born on October 14, 1936 in Hazleton, PA to...

Jan 8, 2026

Curtis J. Bailey, a cornerstone of the New Ringgold community and a respected businessman, passed away peacefully at home on January 8, 2026, at the age of 93. He was surrounded by the love of his life and wife of 74 years, Dorothy K. (Bendrick) Bailey.

Born Thursday, April 7, 1932 in West Penn Township the son of the late Milton...

Jan 7, 2026

Brenda Lee Yeakel, 60, of Andreas, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She demonstrated grace and positivity as she courageously battled a terminal illness.

Born on February 4, 1965, in Palmerton, she was the beloved daughter of the late Kenneth J. and Lois E. (Ahner) Schrantz. As the cherished baby of her...

Jan 4, 2026

Paul B. Reese, 69, of Lansford, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Born in Coaldale on February 11, 1956, he was the son of the late Walter R. and Loretta (Lewellyn) Reese. A 1974 graduate of Panther Valley High School, Paul was a dedicated worker, spending over 30 years at the J.E. Morgan Knitting Mill before...

Jan 3, 2026

Beth D. (Freed) Goida, 74, formerly of Lansford, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, in the home of her son Toby, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the wife of the late John “Gabby” Goida, Jr., who preceded her in death in 2004. She was also preceded in death by her infant grandson, Andrew Snyder.

 Born...

Jan 2, 2026

William Christopher Hettler (AKA Chris), 58 of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania died on Friday, January 2, 2026, upon arrival at St. Luke's Miners Memorial in Coaldale, Pennsylvania. 

Born Saturday, September 16, 1967 in Hazelton, Pennsylvania the son of the late William M. and Stephanie ( Krupka) Hettler. Chris was also predeceased by; brother, Scott Fisher. 

Surviving are his companion of over 20 years, Fay...

Dec 29, 2025

June M. Kotch - Guerrero, 93 years of age of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, as a guest of Seton Manor Nursing Home in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania.

Born Saturday, June 4, 1932 in Lehighton, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Asher and Naiomi (Werkheiser) Leslie. June was also predeceased by husbands, Joseph Kotch, John Guerrero; sisters, Marlene Fairchild,...

Dec 23, 2025

With profound sadness we announce that our beloved son and brother, Stephen W. Hood, passed away from injuries sustained in a vehicular accident on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, on Route 209 outside of Lansford.

Born Friday, November 11, 2005 in Allentown, Stephen is survived by: mother, Jenny (Reynolds) Hood and father, Ronnie Hood; brother, Brad Hood; maternal grandmother, Joyce Reynolds; Auntie...

Dec 23, 2025

Janice Bower, 75 years of age formerly on Northumberland County passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, as a guest of Forest Hills Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Weatherly, Pennsylvania.

Born in Shamokin Pennsylvania on Tuesday, October 31, 1950 the daughter of the late Joseph Matisic and Beulah Bower. Janice was also predeceased by; sister, Esther Moore.

Surviving are; daughter, Kelly Bower;...

Dec 21, 2025

Colleen Ann (Kupetz) Agosti, 62, a devoted wife, mother, grandma, sister, aunt, and dedicated nurse, passed away peacefully at her home in Tuscarora on Sunday, December 21, 2025,surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Coaldale on November 3, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Joseph P. “Kupie” and Marie A. (Chinchar) Kupetz. A 1981 graduate of Tamaqua Area High...