Obituaries

Nov 30, 2024

Keith Robert Ayers, 66, of Taylor passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024 at home. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Vickie Ayers.

Born on September 30, 1958 in Indianapolis, IN, he is the son of the late Earle and Nancy (Tarbox) Ayers.

He was a 1976 graduate of Tunkhannock High School. Following his education, he served his country honorably...

Nov 27, 2024

Mary Ann Brozusky, 88, of Tunkhannock passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at the Abington Manor, Clarks Summit. She is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Peter Brozusky in 2017.

Born on August 14, 1936 in Larksville, she is the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Malinowski) Magda.

She was a 1954 graduate of Larksville High School. Mary...

Nov 26, 2024

Rosemarie Harty, 62, of Scranton passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton.

Born on June 26, 1962 in Goshen, NY, she is the daughter of Mea Hamil and the late Oliver Marshall.

Rosemarie was known for her warm smile, a testament of her joyful spirit and positive outlook on life. Her laughter and kindness left an indelible...

Nov 25, 2024

Bonnie Kay Novajosky, age 84, of Falls Twp, passed peacefully the morning of November 25, 2024.

Bonnie was born in Falls, PA. She was the daughter of the late Emerson and Gladys LaCoe Rosencrance. She was a graduate of Falls Overfield High School.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Ken Novajosky,...

Nov 23, 2024

Chester R. Lowrie, Sr., 90, died on November 23rd at Regional Hospital, Scranton. His wife is the former Shirley Kafchinski. The couple was married 69 years.

Born in Chinchilla, he was the son of the late Clare Lowrie and Josephine Storm Lowrie. He was a graduate of Abington Heights High School and, prior to retirement, worked as...

Nov 22, 2024

Joanie Garnecki, age 71, of Scott Township, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2024.

Joanie was born in Johnson City, NY on December 24, 1952, and moved to the Clarks Summit area as a teenager. She was the beloved daughter of the late Riccardo and Margaret Girello. She was a graduate of Abington Heights High School.

Nov 21, 2024

With great sorrow, we announce that Linda A. Gardner, age 67, of South Abington Township, passed away November 21, 2024. Linda fought an eight year battle with cancer with grace and dignity and a determination to live the life she wanted.

Born in Scranton November 2, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Elizabeth...

Nov 19, 2024

Joanne August, 92, of Clarks Summit, died at Allied Services, Scranton, on Tuesday. She was the widow of John David August, who died in 1992.

Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late Willard and Jean Snyder Peck. She was a graduate of Pittston School of Nursing and, prior to retirement, she was employed as...

Nov 16, 2024

Linda B. Reed, 83, of Springville passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024, at her sister's home.

Born on November 5, 1941 in Springville, she is the daughter of the late Basil and Jean (Lewis) Button.

Linda dedicated a significant part of her professional life to helping others. She worked for the American Red Cross from 1998-2003, where she began her journey during...

Nov 12, 2024

William "Linn" Griffiths, 90, of Dalton, passed away on Tuesday at Allied Hospice, Scranton. His wife of over 65 years is the former Jane Purcell.

Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late John and Elizabeth Linn Griffiths. He was a 1952 graduate of West Side High School, then served in the United States Army...

Nov 11, 2024

John Mirabelli, 84, of Newton Township, died on Tuesday at his home. His widow is the former Marilyn Richards. The couple were married 67 years.

Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Frank and Margaret Poggi Mirabelli. John was a self-employed truck driver who traveled the country. He was an active member of Countryside...

Nov 6, 2024

"The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end." – Lamentations 3:22. Gabriel Summner Earl-DeLucy, 20, of Clarks Summit passed away Wednesday afternoon at home.

Born in Scranton, he was the son of Lori Earl of Clarks Summit and Gene DeLucy of Scranton. Gabriel was a 2023 graduate of Abington Heights...

Nov 5, 2024

Lubov "Lovie" Swingle, 100, of South Abington Township passed away at Abington Manor on the morning of November 5, 2024.  She was the widow of Floyd B. Swingle who preceded her in death on August 10, 1983.

Born in Wood, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Stephanie (Rydzanycz) Basalyga.  Lovie was a 1941...

Nov 5, 2024

Benjamin F. Matthews, Jr., 96, a lifelong resident of South Abington Township, died on Tuesday, November 5th at his home.

He was the son of the late Benjamin F. Matthews Sr., and Louise (Finney) Matthews. Prior to his retirement he worked as the Building Superintendent and Plant Manager for Metropolitan Life's data center on the Morgan Highway....

Nov 4, 2024

Clementine M Steinbacher, 97, of LaPlume, died peacefully, Monday at her home surrounded by family.

Born in Nesbitt, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Oaks and Nellie Drum.

She was a loving wife and mother and worked as a homemaker.

Clementine was preceded in death by her loving husband of...

Nov 4, 2024

Martha L. Kettle, 96, of Newton Township died on Monday morning at Allied Hospice, Scranton. She was the widow of Paul J. Kettle, who died in 2000. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of Ralph and Martha Dunn. Prior to retirement, she was employed at the Lackawanna County Courthouse.

She is survived by sons Ralph Kettle...

Nov 3, 2024

JoAnna Lynne Hutchins ,42, of Tunkhannock gained her heavenly wings on November 3, 2024 after an unexpected medical emergency. She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Dan Hutchins.

Born on July 27, 1982 at Tyler Memorial Hospital, Tunkhannock, she is the daughter of Jeff and Michaelle (Felker) Cox of Tunkhannock.

JoAnna was a 2000 graduate of Tunkhannock Area High School,...

Nov 3, 2024

James William Mullen, 84, of Tunkhannock passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore. He is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Valerie Mullen in February 2024.

Born on May 19, 1940 in New York, NY, he is the son of the late William and Christina (Kerr) Mullen.

He was a proud graduate of...

Nov 2, 2024

Susan Kay Brown, 72, South Abington Township, passed away on November 2, 2024 after a brief illness.

Susan was born on October 11, 1952, daughter of the late Keith A. and Cathryn M. Brown.   Susan was a graduate of Abington Heights High School in 1970, then went on to study art at Marywood University.

Her...

Nov 1, 2024

Janette Marie (Stroka) Smith, 89, of Levittown, PA formerly of Tunkhannock passed away Friday, November 1, 2024 at Yardley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Arthur Smith in 2020.

Born on April 4, 1935 in Tunkhannock, she is the daughter of the late Joseph and Isabelle (Kristunas) Stroka.

She was a 1953 graduate...