Obituaries

Jul 24, 2026

Theodore William Smith, 63, of Tunkhannock passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at the Highland Manor, Exeter.

Born on August 4, 1962, in Levittown, PA, he was the son of the late Arthur and Janette (Stroka) Smith and a graduate of Harry Truman High School.

Theodore was an avid sports fan, and he especially enjoyed rooting for his favorite teams, the Philadelphia...

Jul 24, 2026

With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Cheryl Boyce Sands of Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, who passed away peacefully on the morning of July 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of those whose lives she touched so deeply.

A lifelong and faithful member of Tunkhannock United Methodist Church, Cheryl put her faith into action through countless hours of service....

Jul 19, 2026

Mary Louise "Lou" Bluhm 96, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, in Lehigh Acres, FL.

Born on August 14, 1929, in Lebanon, PA. Mary Lou was the daughter of Alan and Dorothy Kreichbaum. She grew up alongside her siblings Richard Kreichbaum and Joan Maher, all of whom predeceased her. In addition, she was preceded in death by her husband of...

Jul 17, 2026

Clifton Dee Long, 42, passed away on July 17, 2026, leaving behind a life far bigger than the number of years he was given and a legacy that will continue through the family he loved beyond measure.

Clifton was born on February 21, 1984, in Stuttgart, Arkansas, to Deborah Schrock and Douglas Long. He graduated from Lawrence High School in...

Jul 15, 2026

Kathryn A. Bowman, Clarks Summit died Wednesday morning surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Michael Bowman, the couple were married for 40 years.

Born in Gasaway, West Virginia she was the daughter of the late Donald and Barbara Copeland Stark. Prior to her retirement she was employed with Cigna Insurance. She was also connected with breast cancer survivors...

Jul 14, 2026

Thomas August Nunes, Jr., 39, of Costa Mesa, California, formerly of Clarks Summit, died on Tuesday in Orange County, California.

Born in Scranton, he was the son of Thomas A. Nunes Sr., of Lenoxville and Pamela A. Mercatili Jones, of Clarks Summit. He was a graduate of Valley View High School and Keystone College. He was employed at Tax Relief Associates...

Jul 13, 2026

Neil Phillips, of Newton Township, died at his home on Monday morning. He was the widower of the late Ruth Isabelle Seymour Phillips.

Born in Newton Township, he was the son of the late John Phillips and Dorothy Dailey Phillips Kostiak. He was a lifetime self-employed farmer, also working for Eckel Farms.

Surviving are a son, Christopher; Phillip Higginbottom; granddaughter Moira Ruth...

Jul 12, 2026

David Michael Wood, 75, of Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Sunday.

David was a graduate of Nottingham High School and earned a bachelor's degree in Ceramic Engineering from Alfred University. He dedicated many years to coaching wrestling at Endless Mountain Wresting Club and football at Endless Mountain Christian Academy, where he positively impacted the lives of countless young athletes through...

Jul 9, 2026

Carol A. Walter (Holmes) was Promoted to Glory on July 9th, 2026 in Buffalo, New York. She was the beloved wife of the late Rev. Lawrence E. Walter, Jr. 

Carol was also the devoted mother of Daniel Walter and wife Judy of Machias, NY; David Walter and wife Debra of Cortland, Ohio; and Susan Walter of Orchard Park, NY. She was...

Jul 8, 2026

Marlene Joan Kapalko, 84, of Clarks Summit, died on July 8th following a sudden illness. She was the widow of Vincent Quirk, who died in 2001.

She grew up in Dickson City and was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Smargiassi. She was predeceased by her brother, Ronald Smargiassi.

Marlene is survived by...

Jul 7, 2026

Brandi Shelaine Bresnahan, 47, of Tunkhannock, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Edenbrook on Second Avenue in Kingston. She is survived by her husband of 16 years, Ryan Bresnahan, and her two children, Michael Darby and Melissa Darby.

Born on September 25, 1978, in Gulfport, MS, she was the daughter of Teri Krich Griffin and the late Nolan "Earl"...

Jul 5, 2026

Christine Aydelotte, passed away peacefully on the quiet morning of July 5, 2026.

Born in Niagara Falls, New York, on November 3, 1950, she was the beloved daughter of the late Patrick and Mary O'Donnell and the youngest of seven children. Christine was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Fred Aydelotte; her brothers, Cornellius, Brian, and William O'Donnell; her sister...

Jul 2, 2026

Charles R. Martin, Clarks Summit, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2nd at Abington Manor, surrounded by his family. He was married for 59 years to his loving wife and best friend Ruth (Tamblyn) Martin.

Born in Elmhurst, NY on May 2, 1942, he was the son of the late Charles and Martha (White) Martin and the stepson of the late...

Jun 27, 2026

Marie Kelleher Karam, 87, of Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026, with her family by her side.

Marie was born on August 5, 1938, to Vincent and Catherine Kelleher.   Growing up Marie would say she led a fairy tale like existence with her parents in "Nativity".  Marie attended high school at Marywood Seminary....

Jun 26, 2026

Elizabeth Dorothy Gercken, 81, of Clarks Green passed away, Friday, June 26, 2026, at Allied Services Hospice Center, Scranton. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Robert H. Gercken, Sr. in 2014.

Born on January 4, 1945, in Ridgewood, NY, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Dorothy (Oestriech) Polito.

Jun 24, 2026

Barbara Buck, 93, of Meshoppen passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Meadowview Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Montrose. She is preceded in death by her husband, Forrest Bruce Buck in 2023.

Born on July 15, 1932, in Pottstown, PA, she is the daughter of the late Albert and Judy (Frederick) Reifinger.

She was a graduate of Pottstown High School.

Her professional life was...

Jun 24, 2026

Virginia Thomas, Lake Ariel, formerly of Newton Twp. died Wednesday evening at the Regional Hospital in Scranton. She was the widow of Charles Thomas who died in 2013.

Born in Newton Twp., she was the daughter of the late Frank and Francis Hunt Richards. She was a caring person who was considered a good friend by those...

Jun 23, 2026

Diane Petty, 81, died on Tuesday morning at Green Ridge Care Center. She was the widow of Keith Petty, who died in 2022.

Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Charles E. and Shirley Barth Ransom. She was a 1962 graduate of Abington Heights High School. Prior to retirement, she was a medical secretary...

Jun 15, 2026

Joyce Reese, 84, of Tunkhannock passed away Monday, June 15, 2026, at the Embassy of East Mountain, Wilkes-Barre. She is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Walter Reese in 2022.

Born on May 10, 1942, in Reading, PA, she is the daughter of the late Earl and Carolyn (Babb) Lorah.

Joyce's professional journey was marked by a deep passion...

Jun 10, 2026

Donald L. Espenschied of Shavertown, Pennsylvania peacefully passed away June 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He will be greatly missed by his wife of nearly 60 years, the former Patricia Kovalchick, son, Donald, daughter Amy, son-in-law Jeff and his two amazing granddaughters, Dr. Payton Lepore and Bella Lepore.

Don was born January 24, 1944, at Union Hospital, New Philadelphia,...