OBITUARIES

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Michelle M. Rex

Michelle M. Rex

Oct 12, 2023

Michelle Marie Rex, beloved mother and caregiver, 48 years of age, and a resident of Lansforf, Pennsylvania, passed away on October 12, 2023 in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. Born on Sunday December 15, 1974, Michelle was predeceased by beloved family members such as her father, Carl F. Rex, Sr; grandmother Mary (Hankey) Rex; grandfather Charles Rex; and many others whom she loved....

Marion (Stokes) Tessitore

Marion (Stokes) Tessitore

Oct 11, 2023

Marion Louise (Stokes) Tessitore, 80 years of age formerly of East Howard Ave. Coaldale, passed away peacefully in Duncansville, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, surrounded by her adoring family. Born Monday, August 16, 1943 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Elmer, and Mary (Magarosky) Stokes. Marion was also predeceased by; husband, Louis Tessitore and sister-in-law, Christine Stokes....

Susan Jane Orendach

Susan Jane Orendach

Oct 10, 2023

Susan Jane Orendach, 59 years of age, West Penn Twp., Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Lehigh Valley Hospital Salisbury Twp. while fighting a courageous battle against cancer. Born Thursday, May 21, 1964 in Allentown, the daughter of the late Andrew, and Sandra (Hoffman) Fritzinger. Surviving are; husband, Edward Orendach of Slatington; sons, Adam Orendach...

Darcie Louise Trotman

Darcie Louise Trotman

Oct 8, 2023

Darcie Louise Trotman, beloved mother, precious daughter, doting Gi-Gi, formerly of Lansford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at the home of her companion Kevin Toth in Slatington surrounded by the love of her family. Born Tuesday, February 26, 1974 in Wiesbaden, Germany. She was predeceased by; her father, Barry Snyder, and husband, Edward W. Trotman. Surviving are;...

Agueda Maria Leonor

Agueda Maria Leonor

Oct 8, 2023

Agueda Maria Leonor, 70 of Coaldale, Pennsylvania passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023 while in the care of her daughter Melissa. Born Sunday, August 16, 1953 in the Dominican Republic, Agueda was the daughter of the late Secundino Perez and Gloria DeVillar. She was one of twelve siblings. She was predeceased by two children David Leonor and Melody Leonor....

William Arthur Marsh

William Arthur Marsh

Oct 2, 2023

William Arthur Edward Marsh, 47 years of age, of Lansford, Pennsylvania died on Monday, October 2, 2023 in New Jersey. Born Wednesday, February 25, 1976 in Newark, New Jersey, the son of Edward Marsh of Lansford, Pennsylvania. He is also survived by; step mother, Mirian Marsh; children, Gage, and Gracie Marsh; spouse, Katherine (McMahon); step siblings, James Bartomeo, Edwin Lopez...

George M. Bozosi

George M. Bozosi

Sep 29, 2023

George M. Bozosi, 87 years of age of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Friday, September 29, 2023, as a guest of Seton Manor in Orwigsburg. Born Saturday, March 7, 1936 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania the son of the late George, and Elizabeth (Yassnko) Bozosi.  George was also predeceased by; sisters,  Dorothy Yursha, Mary Hollman; brother, Joseph Bozosi. Surviving are; son,...

Sister Susan Porvaznik

Sister Susan Porvaznik

Sep 25, 2023

Susan Porvaznik Obituary, Death – It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of Sister Susan Porvaznik’s unexpected passing. Sister Susan, a beloved member of the IHM community and a beacon of light in Lansford, has been called home by God. Her departure leaves a void that will be felt deeply by all who...

Robert Donald Greenzweig

Robert Donald Greenzweig

Sep 24, 2023

Robert D. Greenzweig,40 years retired educator, of South Market Street New Ringgold, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at home while in the care of his wife of 64 years, Lorraine E. (Arner) Greenzweig. Born Sunday, December 8, 1935 in Andreas, Pennsylvania the son of the late Robert Sr., and Luella (Fink) Greenzweig Surviving in addition to...

William A. "Bill" Zubey

William A. "Bill" Zubey

Sep 24, 2023

William A. “Bill” Zubey, Husband, Father, Brother, Friend and Patriot, 76 years of age, of Walker Township, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at St. Luke's Miners Memorial in Coaldale, Pennsylvania after a 30 plus year battle against the effects of Agent Orange poisoning incurred while serving our country honorably as a member of the United States...

Robert H. Sell

Robert H. Sell

Sep 23, 2023

Robert H. Sell, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, 82 years of age of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at home while in the tender care of his family. Born Tuesday, March 4, 1941 in the Seek Section of Coaldale, Pennsylvania. the son of the late Bert, and Ruth E. (Hill) Sell. Surviving are; his wife of...

Rodger A. Gehring

Rodger A. Gehring

Sep 23, 2023

Rodger A. Gehring, 68 years of age, of Lehighton, Pennsylvania passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at home. Born Sunday, March 27, 1955 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania the son of the late Carl, and Ellen (Boyd) Gehring. Surviving are; his companion of 30 years, Crystal (Rehrig) Loar; son, Rodger Gehring, daughter, Melissa Gehring; brothers, Marvie Gehring, and Dennis Gehring;...

June M. Collins

June M. Collins

Sep 17, 2023

June M. Collins, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, 90 years of age of New York, New York passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at St. Luke's Pavilion in Hazleton. Born Thursday, June 1, 1933 in Queens, New York the daughter of the late William Cason, and Eileen Mary (Donohue) Cason - Cooper. June was also predeceased by; sisters, Eileen Marrion,...

Carl Edward Hoffman

Carl Edward Hoffman

Sep 13, 2023

Carl Edward Hoffman, 85, of Weatherly, passed away peacefully Wednesday September 13, 2023 at his home. Born in Rockport, December 28, 1937, he was a son of the late Wilfred and Martha (Zellner) Hoffman. A graduate of Weatherly High School, Carl was a roofer and a metal worker. He was a member of St. Nicholas RCC, Weatherly and the Penn...

Joan Marie Wall

Joan Marie Wall

Sep 10, 2023

Joan Marie Wall 72, of Tamaqua passed away Sunday September 10, 2023 at LVHN -Schuylkill. Born in Coaldale July 17, 1951 she was a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Dvorshock) Lopata. Originally from Lansford, she attended Panther Valley High School. Joan was a Seamstress at many local garment factories including Aquila fashions and Girard Mills. She was a...

Joan M. Wargo

Joan M. Wargo

Sep 10, 2023

Joan M. Wargo, 88, of Tamaqua passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Greenwood Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born August 6, 1935 she was the daughter of the late Adam and Mary(Aberchinsky) Yelito. A graduate of Coaldale High School, Joan retired as book keeper working in the textile industry. She was a member of St. John XXIIIChurch in Tamaqua....

Lawrence T. Beltz

Lawrence T. Beltz

Sep 9, 2023

Lawrence T. Beltz, 86, of Weatherly passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023 at LVHN - Hazleton. Born in Philadelphia June 18, 1937 he was a son of the late Leon and Miriam (Norton) Beltz. Lawrence was a master of many trades. He was a handyman, truck driver, steelworker who loved to joke and fish. In addition to his parents he...

Michael J. Sword

Michael J. Sword

Sep 9, 2023

Michael J. Sword peacefully passed away at his home in Phoenix AZ, September 9, 2023 at 73 years of age. A native of Tuscarora, Pennsylvania and later Nesquehoning, he was the last surviving son of Roy and Alice Sword. He was also predeceased by a brothers Tom, and David Sword. Michael is survived by his children; Anthony Michael Jr., Justine,...

David R. Faenza

David R. Faenza

Sep 8, 2023

David R. Faenza, 63, of New Ringgold passed away Friday, September 8, 2023 as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Born February 28, 1960 in Palmerton, PA he was a son of the late Ralph and Bernadine (Oboril) Faenza. Dave worked as a Security Guard for Signal Security, Pottsville. He enjoyed fishing and riding his motorcycle. Surviving...

Joseph R. Becker

Joseph R. Becker

Sep 6, 2023

Joseph R. Becker, 24 years of age, of Pocono Summit, Pennsylvania died on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, in Summit Hill, Pennsylvania. Born Saturday, November 21, 1998 in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. Surviving are; mother, Kira A. (Heilman) Valera and her husband Anthony; beloved daughter, Renley Becker, brothers, Caleb Cesanek, Jaiden Cesanek, Damian Becker, Zayne Becker; sisters, Janai Valera, Eviana Valera, Bella-Dior Valera;...