Obituaries

Jun 3, 2024

Jane "Janie" Killian, 57, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Monday, June 3rd, at her home.

Janie was born in Barnesville, PA on May 9, 1967, a daughter of the late Jean (Holman) and William Stoyer.

She had graduated from Mahanoy Area High School class of 1985.

Janie was a member of Christ...

Jun 3, 2024

Louis Cugusi, 91, of Mahanoy City passed away Monday, June 3rd, at his residence.

Lou was born in Shenandoah on October 10, 1932 and was a son of the late Salvatore and Mary (Colosimo) Cugusi.

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

Lou attended the local schools...

May 11, 2024

Diana J. (Carson) Evans, 59, of Harrisburg, went home to the Lord on May 11, 2024 after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Joan (Sahutsky) Carson and the late Eugene Carson. She was raised in Pattersonville, PA and spent the majority of her life in Frackville, PA.

Diane graduated from...

May 10, 2024

George Kline, 78, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Friday, May 10th, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley.

George was born in Wiggans, PA on April 29, 1946, a son of the late Catherine "Gladys" (Hillibush) and Nicholas Kline.

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

Graduated from Mahanoy Area...

May 2, 2024

Sandra L. Gera, 73, of West Mahanoy Township, PA, passed away Saturday, May 2nd, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest, Allentown.

Sandra was born in Arnots Addition, PA on April 24, 1951, a daughter of Gladys Tipping and the late Laurance Bennett.

She graduated from North Schuylkill High School, Class of 1969.

Sandra was...

May 1, 2024

John P. McTiernan, 64, of Frackville, PA, passed away Wednesday, May 1st, peacefully, at his residence.

John was born in Jersey City, NJ on June 9, 1959, a son of the late Irene (Reason) McTiernan and John McTiernan.

He was retired from PFNonwovens LLC.

Survived by a daughter, Krissy, wife of Paul Wonsock,...

Apr 20, 2024

Eleanor T. Shelakes, 96, of Mahanoy City, passed away Saturday, April 20th, at Shenandoah Senior Living Community, Shenandoah.

Eleanor was born in Trenton, PA on September 30, 1927, a daughter of the late Helen (Stetz) and Joseph Kershetsky.

She had graduated from Mahanoy City High School, class of 1945.

Eleanor was a member...

Apr 9, 2024

Steven L. Wargo, 75, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Tuesday, April 9th, at the home of his daughter Trisha.

Steven was born in Williamsport, PA on October 14, 1948, a son of the late Anna (Kruhelsky) and Andrew Wargo.

He graduated from Mahanoy Area High School Class of 1968.

He was a...

Apr 2, 2024

Gayle E. Hutnyan passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024, at home in Barnesville, PA, surrounded by family and loved ones. She was 80 years old.

Born on June 15, 1943, in Mahanoy City, PA, Gayle's life was a testament to love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family, friends, beloved pets, and especially her granddaughters. Her...

Mar 31, 2024

Carolyn Walinchus, 88, of Mahanoy City , passed away Sunday, March 31st, at Green Wood Nursing Home.

Carolyn was born in Mahanoy City, PA on June 26, 1935, a daughter of the late Gretchen (Fuhrman) and John B  Lieberman.

She was a member of Saint Teresa of Calcutta Mahanoy City

Carolyn worked at...

Mar 30, 2024

Derreck Anthony Forker-Leso Was Born March 23rd, 1993, Son of Deborah and the late Todd Forker,  Derreck passed away suddenly on Sat March 30, 2024 in his home in Mahanoy City, Pa where he resided with his Mother and Step-Father & little brother

Derreck was preceded in death by his Father, Todd R Forker , His Daughter...

Mar 27, 2024

Bernadine "Bernie" T. Mahalage, passed away on March 27 at the age of 96. Born Oct 20, 1927 in Mahanoy City, a graduate of Mahanoy City HS, Bernie raised her family there and was a proud resident of the town.

She was an excellent cook and took pride in her cooking and delivered countless meals to family...

Mar 20, 2024

John J. Cavanaugh, 74, of Mahanoy City, PA passed away on March 20th, at his residence after a hard-fought battle with cancer.  John was born on May 12, 1949, to John and Valeria Cavanaugh in Mahanoy City. After graduating from Mahanoy Area High School in 1967, he began a successful career with Acme Markets as a meat butcher working...

Mar 17, 2024

Joseph P. Kubert, 79, of Highland, New York, (previously a resident of Hometown, PA, for more than 45 years), passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 17, 2024, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Joseph (Joe) was born on June 22, 1944, in Shenandoah, PA, a son of the late Elizabeth L. (Dvorscak) and Edward...

Mar 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian William Musolino, 46 of Hegins, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and dedicated public servant.

Born on June 27th, 1977, in Mesa, AZ to Vincent and Jamie (Waltz) Musolino, Brian passed away at home Friday, March 8th, surrounded by his loved ones after a...

Mar 6, 2024

Velma Nancy John, 84, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Wednesday, March 6th, at her residence.

Nancy was born in Frackville, PA on September 19, 1939, a daughter of the late Ann and Peter Gerasinovich.

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

Nancy worked in the garment industry...

Mar 6, 2024

Bernard "Bernie" Hasara, 76 of Mahanoy City passed away March 6, 2024 at St. Lukes Miners, Coaldale.

Bernie was born December 27, 1947. He was a 1965 graduate of Mahanoy Area high School. One week after graduating Bernie enlisted in the US Air Force. He served three and a half years including a voluntary 1 year tour...

Mar 2, 2024

Tara Rose (Birchman) Quiroga, 41, passed away suddenly on March 2, 2024. A loss felt deeply by those who loved her. Tara was born early on January 27th, 1983 to Maureen and Scott Birchman in Huntingdon Valley, PA. When Tara was five, her sister Kaitlyn came into the world and Tara was the best big sister ever since.

Feb 29, 2024

Masin Matthew Ketchledge,16, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Thursday, February 29th, at his home.

Masin was born in Mahanoy City, PA, on December 9, 2007, a beloved son of Anisa Kane and Matthew Ketchledge, and raised by his dad Jerry Adrey Jr.

He was a student at Oak Ridge at Packer Ridge Academy, Lehighton,...

Feb 26, 2024

Mary Teresa Zelonis, 69, passed away in Ronan, MT on February 26, 2024.

She was born in Mahanoy City, PA to Vincent Zelonis & Mary Buncavage on July 5, 1954. She spent her youth in Mahanoy City, PA and graduated from high school in 1972.

After graduation she enlisted in the US Army on 07/31/1972...