Obituaries

Sep 28, 2021

Michael James Kerestus Jr., age 70, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at the home of his daughter.

Mike was born July 10, 1951 at Locust Mountain Hospital, Shenandoah Heights, PA. Originally from Robinsons Patch, Michael soon moved to Mahanoy City, where he lived the rest of his life.  A 1969 graduate of Mahanoy Area High School,...

Sep 27, 2021

Joann L. Schropp, 75, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Monday, September 27th, 2021 at Lehigh Valley East Norwegian, Pottsville. Joann was born in Mahanoy City, PA on June 26, 1946, a daughter of the late Anna Pauzus and William Peel. She was generally employed in home health care and as a CNA. She enjoyed watching LifeTime movies, gardening, socializing...

Sep 25, 2021

William E. Gress, 62, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Saturday, September 25th, at his residence.

William was born in Bethlehem, PA on October 9, 1958, a son of Joyce (Salasky) Gress and the late Donald Gress.

He served in the U.S. Army.

William was the husband of Lauren Timm-Gress.

Services...

Sep 24, 2021

Eugene Bushick, 63, of Park Place, PA, passed away Friday, September 24th, at his residence.

Gene was born in Park Place, PA on March 19, 1958, a son of the late Helen (Little) and Eugene Francis Bushick.

He graduated from Mahanoy Area High School class of 1975, and attained a Bachelors of History degree at...

Sep 22, 2021

Betty Alsvan, 69, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at the Carolyn's House Hospice Center in Harrisburg, PA after battling cancer at Penn State Hershey Cancer Institute, Hershey and Lehigh Valley Cedarcrest Hospital, Allentown.  Prior to her illness, she lived in McAdoo at ANDSHER Personal Care Home.

Born in Manhattan, New York...

Sep 21, 2021

Edward Balonis, 82, of Drums, PA, passed away Tuesday, September 21st, at Lehigh Valley Hospital Hazleton.

Edward was born in Mahanoy City, PA on August 4, 1939, a son of the late Margaret (Klemavich) and George Balonis.

He worked as an engineer at Sandmeyer Steel in Philadelphia PA., and later opened his own bar "Bingo...

Sep 21, 2021

George Vezo, Jr., 56, of Shenandoah, PA, passed away Tuesday, September 21st, at his residence.

George was born in Shamokin, PA on December 12, 1964, a son of the late Lois (Kramer) and George Vezo.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Sep 8, 2021

Jesus Manuel Candelario, 45, of New York City, passed away Wednesday, September 8th, at the home of his parents in Mahanoy City.

Jesus was born in New York City, NY on September 1, 1976, a son of Silvia (Mariles) and Angel Candelario.

He graduated from Louis D. Brandeis High School in Manhattan, and attended community...

Aug 17, 2021

Joel Matsko, 66, of Vulcan, PA, passed away Tuesday, August 17th, while in the company of family members, at his residence.

Joel was born in Mechanicsville on May 6, 1955, a son of Joseph Matsko, of Allentown, and the late Rita (Mickonis) Matsko.

He was a member of Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish Mahanoy City,...

Aug 10, 2021

Jazmyn Hauck, 21, of New Ringgold, PA, passed away Tuesday, August 10th, in a car accident in Dauphin County.

Jazmyn was born in Mahanoy City, PA on October 15, 1999, a daughter of Karrie Kerestus, of New Ringgold and John Hauck, of Tamaqua. She attended Mahanoy Area High School and later attained her G.E.D.

Jazmyn...

Aug 1, 2021

Michael Seritsky, a dear friend to all, 74, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Sunday, August 1st, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest, Allentown.

Michael was born in Morea, PA on October 4, 1946, a son of the late Eva (Puka) and Michael Seritsky.

He graduated from Mahanoy Area High School Class of 1965.

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Jul 13, 2021

Ronald "Tic" Gradwell, 68, of Saint Clair, PA, passed away Tuesday, July 13th, at his residence.

Ron was born in Frackville, PA on August 10, 1952, a son of the late Grace (Edwards) and John Pierce Gradwell.

Ron graduated from North Schuylkill High School class of 1970.

He served in the Pennsylvania Army...

Jul 9, 2021

Marie Lesusky, 63, Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Friday, July 9th, at Lehigh Valley East Norwegian, Pottsville.

Marie was born in Mahanoy City, PA on August 30, 1957, a daughter of the late Sophie (Sofranko) and Leonard W. Lesusky.

She was a member of Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish Mahanoy City, PA 17948.

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May 31, 2021

James B. Thompson, 71, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021 at his residence in Frackville.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, on September 6, 1949, the son of the late James and Edna (Stead) Thompson. James is also preceded in death by sisters, Dolores...

May 23, 2021

Judith Ann Nelsen, 58, Frackville, PA, passed away Sunday, May 23rd, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Judy was born in Mahanoy City, PA on August 5, 1962, a daughter of the late Johanna (Trusky) and Stanley Kegolis.

She was a member of Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish Mahanoy City, PA 17948.

She worked...

May 18, 2021

Russell N. Hiney, 83, of Ashland, formerly of Mahanoy City, passed away Tuesday, May 18th, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest, Allentown. Russell was born in Mahanoy City, PA on March 15, 1938, a son of the late Mary (Greiner) and Nathaniel Hiney. Russell graduated from Mahanoy City High School Class of 1956, and served in the U.S. Navy until...

Apr 25, 2021

Geraldine Mockinick, 77, of Delano, PA, passed away Sunday, April 25th, at her residence.

Geraldine was born in Chicago, Il on March 26, 1944, a daughter of the late Anna (Krankowski) Motsko.

She was a member of St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church Mahanoy City.

She had attended Immaculate Heart High School Butler Twp...

Apr 15, 2021

Francis Galavage, Sr., 74, of Beaver Meadows, PA, passed away Thursday, April 15th, at Einstein Medical Center East Norriton.

Francis was born in Hecksherville, PA on September 18, 1946, a son of the late Julie (Bossig) and George Gurlavage.

He graduated from Nativity Catholic High School.

He served in the U.S. Army in...

Apr 15, 2021

Denise Wycheck, 58, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Thursday, April 15th, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest, Allentown, Lehigh County. Denise was born in Kentucky on March 10, 1963, a daughter of the late Loretta (Lefevers) and Warren Klinger. She was previously employed at Dunkin Donuts St. Clair-manager, Sands Restaurant-owner, Broad Mt. Manor, Keystone Medical, Eastern Home Care, and...

Apr 13, 2021

Ruth Heisler, 87, of Palmerton, PA, passed away Tuesday, April 13th, at The Palmerton Nursing Home, Carbon County.

Ruth was born in Tamaqua, PA on July 12, 1933, a daughter of the late Miriam (Bensinger) and George  Houser.

She was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church Lewistown Valley.

She was employed by...