Obituaries

Sep 17, 2025

Brenda Forster, 84, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, September 17th, 2025. Born in Shenandoah, PA, on March 2, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Melva (Eisenhower) and Marshall Hudson. Brenda was a proud graduate of J.W. Cooper High School, class of 1958.

She was the owner and operator...

Sep 2, 2025

Joseph "Jo Jo" Peel, 78, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 2nd, after a long battle with Myelodysplastic syndrome, a type of blood cancer.

Joseph was born on April 14, 1947, the eldest son of the late Joseph G. Peel and Violet (Navakas) Peel. Joe was a member of Saint Teresa...

Aug 30, 2025

Billy Jo Fisher, 47, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Saturday, August 30th, at St. Lukes, Bethlehem.

Billy Jo was born in Bristol, PA on October 22, 1977, a son of the late Alberta Harris and Billy Jo Fisher.

Attended Panther Valley High School

He worked as a dispatcher for Tri State Envelope....

Aug 26, 2025

Robert A. Fillmore, 71, of Barnesville, PA, passed away peacefully at home on August 26, 2025.

He was born in Portland, Maine, and attended Portland public schools. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Hazel (Kenny) Fillmore, and several siblings.

He is survived by his brother Charlie, niece Michelle, and cousins Anthony...

Aug 23, 2025

Paul Techentine, 91, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Saturday, August 23rd, at Edenbrook of Greenwood Hill, Pottsville.

Paul was born in Mahanoy City, PA, on September 7, 1933, a son of the late Helen (Rutkowsky) and Hilbert Techentine.

He graduated from Mahanoy City High School in 1952.

He served in the U.S....

Aug 9, 2025

Gloria Bouch, 75, of Hometown, PA, passed away Saturday, August 9th, at her residence.

Gloria was born in Hazleton, on July 24, 1950, a daughter of the late Lucy (Fazio) and Harvey McAfee.

Graduated from Hazleton Area High School class of 1969.

Beloved Mom , Mam Mam and Great Mam Mam. She loved...

Aug 6, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Josephine "Josie" Honus, 75, of Mahanoy City, PA, announces her unexpected passing on Wednesday, August 6th, at Lehigh Valley East Norwegian, Pottsville.

Josie was born in Tamaqua, PA on November 4, 1949, a daughter of the late Mae (Kissler) and Frank Navratil.

She attended Tamaqua School...

Aug 4, 2025

Anthony Crockett, 56, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Monday, August 4th, peacefully, at his residence.

Anthony was born in Morgantown, WV on July 11, 1969, a son of the late Sharon Ambrose and Silas Crockett.

Anthony is survived by two sisters, Melissia Crockett of HDG MD, Patricia Adeola, and husband Sam  of  Mahanoy City,...

Jul 10, 2025

Robert J. Pupko, Sr., 78, of Quakake, PA, passed away Thursday, July 10th, at St Lukes Miners Hospital, Coaldale.

Robert was born in Quakake, PA on May 13, 1947, a son of the late Helen (Rogosky) and John Pupko, Sr.

He graduated from Mahanoy Area High School class of 1965.

He was a...

Jul 2, 2025

Allen Wirtz, 58, of Mahanoy City, was called home to God on, Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Broad Mountain Health & Rehabilitation Center, Frackville, PA after a courageous battle with cancer.

Allen was born in Pottsville, PA on November 29, 1966.  He was the son of William F. Wirtz Sr. of Mahanoy City, PA and the late...

Jun 24, 2025

Theresa Kuropatsky,  62, of Gilberton, PA, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Born on March 6, 1963, in Pottsville, PA, she was the daughter of the late James Bennett.

Theresa was a dedicated worker, having been employed at Shenandoah Rag and later at UPS in St. Clair. She was the beloved wife...

Jun 24, 2025

David Charowsky, aged 66, of St. Clair, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Shenandoah. Born on December 29, 1958, in Pottsville, PA, he was the son of the late Margaret (Olexo) Charowsky and Harry Charowsky.

David graduated from Minersville High School in the class of 1976 and furthered his...

Jun 17, 2025

Michael Pleva, affectionately known as Big Mike, passed away at the age of 83 on Tuesday, June 17th, 2025, at Green Valley Skilled Nursing & Rehab. Born on October 8, 1941, in Shenandoah, PA, he was the son of the late Helen (Sluzevich) and Edward Pleva.

Michael was a proud graduate of Mahanoy City High School and...

Jun 6, 2025

Arthur William Shoemaker, aged 71, of Shenandoah, PA, passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, June 6th, 2025. Born on July 12, 1953, in Allentown, PA, Arthur was the beloved son of the late Evelyn (Moritz) and Robert Shoemaker.

Arthur honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War era. Following his military...

Jun 5, 2025

Robert (Bob) Majetsky, 77 of Trenton, was called to his Lords Loving arms on June 5th. While his family and friends are shocked by his passing, they are thankful for his life and years they spent together. Bob, as we all know him, was a caring and loving person who would help anyone. He loved going to a casino...

May 29, 2025

Pete Humanick, aged 71, of Locust Valley, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at his residence. Born on March 26, 1954, in Coaldale, PA, Pete was the beloved son of the late Adele (Zelonis) and Peter Humanick.

Pete was a proud graduate of Mahanoy Area High School, class of 1972. He dedicated many years...

May 9, 2025

It is with heavy and broken hearts that we announce the departure of Albert Joseph Stines Jr. from this earth and onto his next journey on Friday, May 9th, 2025.

Al was born on November 20th, 1953 and was the only child of Albert & Anna ( Hollenbach ) Stines.

Al was such a fighter...

May 2, 2025

George Scott Hueston, 83, of Palo Alto, PA, passed away peacefully Friday, May 2nd, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest, Allentown surrounded by his loving family.

George was born in Pottsville, PA on February 21, 1942.

He graduated from Pottsville Area High School class of 1960 and then enlisted in the U.S. Army working as a...

May 1, 2025

Lois Thomas 70 of Mahanoy City passed away on May 1st, 2025 with her family by her side, after a brief illness.  Born on June 23, 1954, she was proud to be a part of the first set of triplets born in Ashland State Hospital. Lois was a daughter of Francis and Margaret (Sheeler) Mack.

Lois was...

Apr 20, 2025

Lynn Nickels, 70, of Orwigsburg, PA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, April 20th, at Providence Place Senior Living of Pottsville.

Lynn was born in Philadelphia, PA on March 13, 1955, a daughter of the late Eleanor (MUTH) and Ralph Conner.

Lynn graduated in 1972 from Abraham Lincoln High School, Philadelphia, McCann's...