Dec 11, 2025

Bernadine H. Stroh, 98, of Nanticoke, passed away Thursday morning, December 11, 2025, at the home of her daughter, where she resided for the past 32 years.

Born August 25, 1927, in Plymouth, she was a daughter of the late John (1882–1960) and Helen Dziekan Zola (1885–1929), who emigrated from their native Galicia, Poland, in 1903.

She was a graduate of Plymouth...

Dec 8, 2025

Leon Figlerski, 90, formerly of Nanticoke, passed away early Wednesday morning, December 10,

2025 at Riverstreet Manor, Wilkes-Barre where he resided for the past 6 years.

He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Carol Jones, in 2006 after nearly 50 years

of marriage.

Born April 17, 1935 in Nanticoke, he was a son of the late Henry and Clara Shon Figlerski....

Dec 6, 2025

Joanne Gulitus Morris, R.N., 76, passed away peacefully with her daughters holding her hands, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest in Allentown, PA, due to complications from Type 1 Diabetes on December 6, 2025. Born on November 16, 1949, in Kingston, PA, she was the oldest child of the late Walter and Lucille Romanowski Gulitus. Joanne was most recently a resident...

Dec 6, 2025

Theresa M. Kubek, RN, 87, of Nanticoke, passed away peacefully, Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Muncy Place, Muncy, PA, surrounded by her loving family.

Born March 1, 1938 in Nanticoke, she was the daughter of the late Ignatz and Mary Romanowski Grzymski. Theresa graduated from Nanticoke High School with the class of 1955 and also was a graduate of Nesbitt Memorial...

Dec 5, 2025

Cecelia L. Pecaitis, 81, of Nanticoke, died from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident in Hunlock Township on Friday, December 5, 2025.

Born on March 7, 1944, in Wilkes- Barre, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Celia Kubicz Panasewicz.

Cecelia was a graduate of Hanover High School, class of 1962.  She furthered her education, attending and graduating from...

Dec 5, 2025

David W. Moyer, 63, of Shickshinny passed away peacefully on Friday, December 5, 2025, under the care of Allied Services Hospice, Wilkes Barre.

Born January 22, 1962 in Nanticoke, he was the son of Carole (Ziegler) Rish and the late Delbert “Dutch” Moyer.

By the grace of God, David has overcome so much in his life. Among many other skills, abilities and...

Dec 3, 2025

Edward D. Swicklik, 89, of Nanticoke, passed away Wednesday evening, December 3rd 2025,at Lakewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Nanticoke.

Born March 1, 1936 in Glen Lyon, he was a son of the late Stanley and Helen Wall Swicklik.

He married his wife, the former Sylvia Wojciechowksi on June 3, 1961, together they shared 64 years of marriage.

Eddie was a graduate of Newport...

Nov 25, 2025

James O. Rodda, formerly of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on November 25, 2025 at Allied Services, Little Flower Manor in Wilkes-Barre. He was 99 years old.

Jim was born in Hanover Township., a son of the late Joseph J. and Violet L. Cobleigh Rodda. Although he grew up mostly in Hanover Township., he also had fond...

Nov 25, 2025

Carol A. Kirschner, 86, of Nanticoke, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, November 25 th  2025, under the care of Allied Services Hospice, Wilkes Barre.

Born August 19 th  1939 in Nanticoke, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary Wojciechowski Vincent Sr..

She married John W. Kirschner...

Nov 24, 2025

Richard "Rick" Tennesen, 77, of the Sheatown section of Newport Township, passed away late Monday evening, November 24th 2025, under the care of Allied Services Hospice, Wilkes Barre, following an acute illness and hospitalization.

He married Megan Lewis, his lifelong sweetheart since the seventh grade, on May 30th 1970. Together, they built a loving home...

Nov 21, 2025

Rita Yohey, 85, formerly of Berwick and Mocanaqua, passed away Friday afternoon November 21, 2025 at Birchwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Nanticoke. She was the widow of Barry L. Yohey, who preceded her in death on April 18, 2021 after 60 years of marriage.

Born September 27, 1940 at Nesbitt Memorial Hospital, Kingston, she was...

Nov 20, 2025

Irene Szychowski Zielinski, 98, of Iselin, N.J, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Born on May 25, 1927, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Julia (Liput) Szychowski and was a graduate of Hanover High School and Wilkes-Barre Business College.

Nov 12, 2025

With great sadness we announce the passing of Robert Dennis Wolfe, 83, of Nanticoke, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 a patient at VA Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre. He lost his battle with Parkinson's Disease.

He is survived by his wife, the former Cora Sabol; a daughter, Robin Wolfe; a son, Chris Wolfe and his wife, Lisa;...

Nov 11, 2025

Helen Valence Tomko of Hillsborough, NJ passed away peacefully on the morning of November 11, 2025 at Foothill Acres nursing home.

Born in Nanticoke, PA May 8th, 1933, Helen was the daughter of Stephen and Florence(Bartkiewicz) Valence.

Upon leaving Nanticoke, she and her husband, Joe, settled in Hillsborough, NJ in the...

Nov 11, 2025

George Patterson, of Nanticoke and long-time resident of New York, passed away Monday, November 10, 2025 at his home.

Born March 9, 1946 in Nanticoke, he was a son of the late John and Mae Effie Myers Patterson.

George was a graduate of Nanticoke High School, class of 1964,...

Nov 9, 2025

Chris Cimakosky, 59, of Hanover Township passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital.

Born February 2, 1966, in Nanticoke, he was the son of the late Robert and Rochelle Modrovsky Lohman. Chris was a loving husband, dedicated father, and very involved Pop-Pop that will be greatly missed.

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Nov 9, 2025

Janice L. Williams, 81, of Fairmount Township and lifelong resident of the Sweet Valley area, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025 at her home.

Born in Lake Township, she was the daughter of Stanley and Irene James Garbush. She attended the Lake Lehman Schools.

As well as being a homemaker, Janice...

Nov 8, 2025

Robin R. Williams, 69, of Mountain Top, passed away Saturday evening, November 8, 2025 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center following the progression of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).

Born November 9, 1955 in Carbondale, she was the daughter of the late Duane and Edna Doney Olver. Robin graduated from Honesdale High School, class of 1973...

Nov 4, 2025

Edith C. Foose, 82, of Wapwallopen and long-time resident of Hunlock Creek, passed away early Tuesday morning, November 4, 2025 a patient at Mountain Top Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was the widow of William F. Foose who passed away February 7, 2020.

Born September 30, 1943 in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the only child...

Nov 2, 2025

Nancy M. Maga, 91, of the Sheatown section of Newport Township, passed away late Sunday evening, November 2, 2025 at Edenbrook at Hampton, Hanover Township where she was a patient for the past two years.

Born April 7, 1934 in Wanamie, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Clara Mills Crouse.

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