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Nichole Myers

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Joseph G. Thomas

Joseph G. Thomas

Oct 15, 2025

Joseph G. Thomas, 86 formerly of Tamaqua, passed away October 15, 2025 in Edenbrook of Greenwood Hill, Pottsville, PA.

He was the husband of the late Mary Ann (Cook) Thomas, who passed away in 2012.

Born May 21, 1939, in Reevesdale, PA, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Tarconish) Thomas.

Joseph was a member of St. John XXIII of...

Jane (George) Isganitis

Jane (George) Isganitis

Oct 14, 2025

Jane Isganitis, 88, of Rush Township, Tamaqua, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

Born in Coaldale, on March 29, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Wilmer George Sr. and Jane (Davis) George. She was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, John Albert Isganitis, and her brothers, James W. George and Karl George.

A...

Kyle J. Stalter

Kyle J. Stalter

Oct 13, 2025

Kyle J. Stalter, 39, of Andreas, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Hospital Carbon Campus after facing a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, on September 6, 1986, Kyle was the son of Charles and Barbara Corter Stalter. 

After graduating from Tamaqua High School, he pursued his passion for art and computer...

Jeremy S. Lawson

Jeremy S. Lawson

Oct 13, 2025

Jeremy S. Lawson, a kind-hearted and mechanically-inclined man, passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025, at the age of 57. He was a familiar and beloved face in his hometown of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, where he was known for his generous spirit and his readiness to lend a hand.

Born in Palmerton on October 16, 1967, Jeremy was the son of the...

Carolyn P. Steigerwalt

Carolyn P. Steigerwalt

Oct 12, 2025

Carolyn P. (Adams) Steigerwalt, 81 years of age of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at St. Luke's Miners Memorial in Coaldale, Pennsylvania.

Born Sunday, March 26, 1944 in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, Carolyn was the daughter of the late Walter J. and Beatrice (Taite) Adams. Carolyn was also predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Leonard A. Steigerwalt on...

Sandra M. Frantz

Sandra M. Frantz

Oct 12, 2025

Sandra M. Frantz, 82 years of age, of West Penn Township, Tamaqua, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg. Born in Tamaqua on September 13, 1943, she was the beloved daughter of the late Elbert and Lillian Jane (Bean) Davis.

A 1961 graduate of Tamaqua Area High School, Sandra was Presbyterian faith. Her work life was...

Robert Beers Graham

Robert Beers Graham

Oct 12, 2025

Robert Beers Graham, 79, of Weatherly, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hazleton. He was the beloved husband of Janet (Wetzel) Graham, with whom he shared 54 wonderful years of marriage.

Born on June 30, 1946, in Hazleton, PA, he was the son of the late Archie T. and Edith (Beers) Graham. 

Robert was a graduate of Weatherly...

Andrew T. Harley, Sr.

Andrew T. Harley, Sr.

Oct 11, 2025

Andrew T. Harley, Sr, 53, of Tamaqua, passed away October 11, 2025, in his home.

He was the husband of Corina Ann (Zawaski) Harley and they were married for 6 years.

Born May 20, 1972, in Coaldale, PA, he was the son of the late Phillip and Ruthann (Bennick) Harley.

He was employed by Progressive Converting Hazleton as a forklift operator.

In his spare...

Francis Charles "Franko" Keenan

Francis Charles "Franko" Keenan

Oct 9, 2025

With heavy hearts and insurmountable love, we announce the passing of Francis C. Keenan, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Francis (Franko), 89, formerly of Cranford, NJ, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 9, 2025, in New Ringgold, PA surrounded by his family at his home, where he resided with his daughter, son-in-law, brother, and grandchildren for the past...