Barbara R. Montone
November 23, 2010
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Barbara R. Montone, The Hideout, Lake Ariel, died early Tuesday morning in the Mercy Hospital Inpatient Hospice Unit. Her husband of 56 years is Vito Montone.

Born in Nanticoke, she was the daughter of Helen Cietiela Lewis of New Jersey and the late Frederick Lewis. She was a graduate of Madison High School, Brooklyn and was a member of the St. John’s Episcopal Church, Hamlin. She had been employed by the ADP Co. in New Jersey in customer relations.

Surviving are a son Wayne Vito Montone and his wife Kim Castle of California and a daughter Denise Sorin and her husband Mitchel Sorin of North Carolina; a brother Thomas Lewis of New Jersey and a sister Audrey O’Neill of Delaware; three grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration Memorial and Reception (*immediately following) *will be held Saturday December 11th in the St. John’s Episcopal Church, Route 191 Hamlin, PA at 3 PM.

In lieu of flowers, cards or gifts please make a donation to the "Barbara Montone Memorial Fund" as administered by St. John's Episcopal Church. Mark on the "For" line on your check "Barbara Montone Memorial Fund" and send to: St. John's Episcopal Church PO 118 Hamlin, PA 18427

Call 570-689-9260 if your have any procedural questions.

Phyllis B. Tregaskis
November 20, 2010
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Phyllis B. Tregaskis, Waymart, died early Saturday morning in the Wayne Woodlands Manor. She was the widow of Charles T. Tregaskis. Born in Maplewood, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Carrie Dolph Frisbie. She attended the South Clinton Baptist Church. Prior to retirement she had been employed by the Camp Ladore Lodge in Waymart. She was a member of the Waymart American Legion Post 889 Auxiliary.

Surviving are sons Ron and his wife Gretchen of Florida, Dave and his wife Rosemary of Lake Ariel, Kevin and his wife Judit of China, Brian and his wife Jo of Maryland and Robert and his wife Robin of Waymart; a sister June Brundage of Cherry Ridge; ten grandchildren; six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by a son Charles; nine brothers and sisters.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 7pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Tuesday from 3:30 until time of the service. Cremation will follow in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

Interment and grave side services will be held Wednesday at noon in the Canaan Corners Cemetery, Waymart. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wayne Woodlands Manor Activity Fund 37 Woodlands Dr. Waymart, Pa. 18427

George Tysiak
November 18, 2010
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George Tysiak of Lake Ariel died Thursday morning at home . His wife of 60 years was the former Helen Antolik who passed away May 16th.   Born in Elmhurst, son of the late Alex and Mary Danalka Tysiak, he was the former owner of Paupack Garage, Lakeville. He was a member of the American Legion Paul A. Sweeney Memorial Post # 807, Hamlin, V.F.W. John J. Michaels Post # 5207, Moscow, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II. He served in the 83rd Infantry “The Thunderbolts” in the Battle of the Bulge and throughout Europe earning 5 Bronze Stars.  

Surviving are a son David and his wife Laurel of Lake Ariel; daughters Rose Shaffer and her husband Doug of Lake Ariel, Kathryn Christenson and her husband Lief of North Bend, WA, and Ann Marie Shelton and her husband Marcus of Louisville, KY; sisters Rose Favorito of New Mexico, Mary Belger of Florida, Renee Becker and Nell Tysiak both of New York; 4 grandchildren Krystal, Megan, Audrey, and Dana.  

He was preceded in death by a brother Alex; sisters Joan, Helen, and Catherine.   A Parastas Memorial Service will be held Monday at 3:30pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Fr Paul Wolensky.  

Friends may call Monday from 3:00-7:00pm.  

Cremation will follow in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.  

Interment will be Tuesday at 1:00pm in Holy Ghost Cemetery, Moscow.  

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Gino J. Merli Veteran’s Center 401 Penn Ave. Scranton, PA 18503.

Eric J. Ericson
November 7, 2010
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Eric J. Ericson, Moscow, died Sunday morning in the Hospice Community Care Inpatient Unit, Dunmore.

Born in Mineola, NY he was the son of the late Jens and Olga Johnson Ericson. He was a graduate of the Paul T. Schreiber High School in Port Washington, NY. Prior to retirement he had been employed as a shipping supervisor for a pharmaceutical company. He was a United States Navy veteran serving during the Vietnam War.

The family would like to thank the staffs of the Hospice Community Care and the St. Mary’s Villa for their wonderful and compassionate care.

Surviving are a son William Ericson of Scranton and a daughter Linda Ericson of Lake Ariel; also surviving is his ex wife Norma Ericson.

Cremation will take place in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

Gerald R. Howell
October 26, 2010
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Gerald R. Howell, Zephyrhills, FL, passed away Tuesday in Florida. His wife is Romona Howell. The couple was married March 25, 1962.

He was born August 15, 1939 in Carbondale. Gerald managed a hobby shop in Binghamton and was an engineer, where he did architectural design. He served on the Waymart Municipal Authority Board for 15 years and was also a maintenance supervisor of a children’s camp in Waymart. He built and painted trains from his own hobby shop and enjoyed keeping in touch with people in 36 states. Gerald retired in 1996 and moved to Florida for the winter months.

Surviving are four children: Lisa Swingle and her husband Scottie of Lake Ariel, Randy Howell and his wife Linda and Allison Gillis all of Waymart and Jenny Manwiller of Reading; ten grandchildren Scottie, Joshua, Ashlea, Kristen, Alisha, Adam, Jacob, Derek, Victoria and Brooke.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at noon in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Saturday morning from 11am until time of service. Interment, Canaan Corners Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to HPH Hospice 37441 Clinton Ave. Dade City, FL 33525.

Guy B. Havet
October 20, 2010
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Guy B. Havet of Lake Ariel, PA and formerly of Bridgewater, NJ, died Wednesday evening at home after an illness with his family at his side.

Born in Hackensack, NJ, son of the late Hugo and Helen Snedecker Havet, he had been employed as a truck driver prior to his retirement. He had worked part time at the Royce Brook Country Club and was a veteran of the US Army Airborne. He was an associate member of the Wayne-Pike County Marine Corps League, a member of the American Legion Post # 12 Somerville, NJ, and he was a former Boy Scout Leader.

Surviving are sons Brian and his wife Janet of Lake Ariel, Michael and his wife Joann of Dunellen, NJ, Dennis of Somerset, NJ, Edward of S. Brunswick, NJ; a daughter Diane Hordeman of Jackson, NJ; a sister Roberta Waterland of DE; grandchildren Gary, Jr., Alexander, Michael, Nicole, Dana, and Christine; 3 great-grandchildren He was preceded in death by a brother Hugo.

The family will receive friends on Saturday from 2:00-4:00pm and 7:00-9:00pm at the Rupell Funeral Home 465 Memorial Highway Phillipsburg, NJ 08865. Cremation took place at the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

John J. Devine
October 18, 2010
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John J. Devine, The Hideout, Lake Ariel, died Monday in the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. His widow is the former Linda Razillard. The couple had been married 42 years.

Born in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late James and Ethel Kelly Devine. He had been a member of the St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community. Prior to retirement he had been employed as a printer for the Webcraft Printing Company.

Surviving are daughters Kelly Alunni and her husband Joe of Cortez, Colleen Crowder of Nebraska, and Darlene Devine and her companion Nathaniel Mills of Lake Ariel; sisters Mary Seufert, Joan Devine, Edna Grabski and Maureen Tenebruso; grandchildren Vivian and Hunter Mills, Joseph Alunni, Jr., and Jessica Raye Crowder; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by a grandson John Adam Alunni; five sisters; six brothers.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10am in St. Thomas More Church, 105 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Friday morning from 9am until time of Mass at the church. Cremation in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

The family respectfully requests that flowers not be sent.

Bernard J. Landry
October 15, 2010
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Bernard J. Landry, Lake Ariel, died Friday morning at home after being stricken ill. His wife of 56 years is the former Ann Brundo.

He was born in Minneapolis Mn and was the son of the late Edward and Marquirette Melancon Landry. He was a graduate of Seton Hall University with a degree in Mathematics and was a retired Math Teacher in Elizabeth NJ. He was member of Msgr. Joseph McDonough Knights of Columbus Council 7403 Lake Ariel and a former Grand Knight in New Jersey. He was also a United States Army Veteran serving during the Korean War.

Also surviving son Richard of Lake Ariel, one brother and three sisters in Mn; several nieces and Nephews. Preceded in death by brother Edward and sister Lorraine.

The Funeral will be Tuesday at 9 am from the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated on Tuesday at 9:30am in St Thomas More Church 105 Gravity Rd Lake Ariel. Interment will be in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ledgedale.

Friends may call on Monday from 4-7 in the funeral home.

Arthur T. “Tom” Baker
October 4, 2010
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Arthur T. “Tom” Baker of The Hideout, Lake Ariel died Monday afternoon at Mercy Hospital after an illness. His wife is the former Lucillle Brown of 359 The Hideout Lake Ariel, Pa. 18436.

Born in Dundalk, MD, son of the late Harold and Margaret Servis Baker, he was self employed as a real estate agent with Century 21 Select Group. He was a member of the Pike/Wayne County Board of Realtors and was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Also surviving are step-sons Thomas and his wife Beverly Roberts of Pen Argyl, PA and Brooks and his wife Susan of Danville, PA; a step-daughter Lorene Roberts of Pompano Beach, Fl; a brother Peter and his wife Eleanor of Lake Ariel; grandchildren Cali, Nathan, and Brock. He was preceded in death by a sister Nancy.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Cremation took place at the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association 613 Baltimore Dr. Suite 3 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 or the donor’s favorite charity.

Andrew G. Pesarcik
October 5, 2010
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Andrew G. Pesarcik of Hamlin died Tuesday morning in the Brighten at Julia Ribaudo Senior Center after an illness. His wife was the former Mary Gershey who passed away in 2006.

Born in Throop, son of the late Anthony and Catherine Weiss Pesarcik, he had worked for PennDot and as a dairy farmer and was a member of the St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Surviving are a sister Christina Treshnick of Florida and Josephine Blasko of North Carolina; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sisters Helen, Mary, Mildred, Kity, Betty and Ann; brothers Anthony, Joseph, Michael, and George.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:00am at St. Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Church Rd. Ledgedale. Friends may call Friday from 9:00-10:00am at the Church. Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ledgedale. Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

David F. Shaffer
October 3, 2010
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David F. Shaffer, of Varden, Wayne County, died Sunday morning at Mercy Hospital Scranton. His wife of 45 years is the former Sylvia Parks Shaffer.

Born in Varden on September 10, 1935 son of the late Mead and Nancy Oakey Shaffer. He was a 1953 graduate of the Lake Ariel Consolidated School. He also attended technical school. A United States Air Force Veteran he served during the Korean War. He worked in the Newport News Shipyard, Virginia as a submarine vibration and sound technician. He also worked for Comcast, Wilkes-Barre, and the Departemnt of the Navy at the Philadelphia Naval Yard. And most recently Salem Hardware, Hamlin. A member of the Lake Ariel United Methodist, the Evergreen Hunting Club where he was Treasurer, and a member of the Varden Conservation Advisory Committee David was a kind, gentle man with a wonderful sense of humor. He enjoyed sports, working outdoors, hunting, and animals.

Surviving are daughter Tiffany Shaffer and companion Kimberly Czaja, Middletown, CT. and a son Eroh and wife Karen, Varden. A brother Dr. Mead Shaffer, Boothwyn, PA.

The Funeral will be Thursday at 11:00am in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Wednesday from 5:00 – 8:00pm Interment, East Canaan Cemetery, S. Canaan.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Dessin Animal Shelter, 138 Miller Dr, Honesdale, Pa 18431 or The Varden Conservation Area c/o Promised Land State Park, Greentown, Pa 18426 -9735

Camille B. Hlavac R.N.
September 29, 2010
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Camille B. Hlavac RN September 28, 2010 Camille B. Hlavac, RN, Lakeville, died Tuesday evening in the Hospice Community Care Inpatient Unit after an illness.

Born in Queens, NY she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Antonia Herel Javurek. She was a graduate of the St. Catherine’s School of Nursing. She was a member of the St Thomas More St Mary’s Parish Community. Prior to retirement she had been employed as a registered nurse at the Tides Nursing Home and also served as its Associate Director of Nursing.

Surviving are sons James of Louisiana and Charles of Oregon; a daughter Karla Weiss of Hawley; brothers Richard and Charles Javurek both of New York and Herel Javurek of Florida; sisters Stephanie Mehlrose of South Carolina and Barbara Burke of Massachusetts; grandchildren Michael and Alissa Weiss. Preceded in death by a son Robert. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 9:30am in St. Mary’s Church, St. Mary’s Church Rd., Ledgedale.

Friends may call Monday from 4-7pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel and Tuesday morning from 9am until time of Mass at the church. Cremation will follow in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s favorite charity.

Robert T. Ward
September 21, 2010
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Robert T. Ward, 76, of Sterling died Tuesday at home. He is survived by his wife and best friend of 41 years Valerie Ward. Born in Throop, son of the late Peter and Mary McGowan Ward, he was a graduate of Throop High School Class of 1952, attended the University of Scranton and served in the Navy during the Korean War. He had worked as a supervisor at Chamberlain and attended St. Catherine of Sienna Church. Bob was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather who will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Also surviving are children Robert Ward of Dunmore; daughter Valerie Burke of Scranton; Carol Evans of Lake Ariel, Diane Pontosky of Sterling, Edward Ambrozevitch living in Maryland and Thomas Ambrozevitch living in North Carolina. He also has sisters Helen Ward and Jean Burke both of Elmhurst; grandchildren Michael and Brian Evans, Justin, Corey, and Shane Pontosky, David and Brad Ambrozevitch, and Tom and Nicole Ambrozevitch; 4 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers John and Peter Ward and sister Betty Buttacci.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday October 2nd at 10:30am in St. Catherine of Siena Church 220 Church St. Moscow. Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel. Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Frances A. Jones
September 24, 2010
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Frances A. Jones, 101, of Lake Ariel, died Friday at the Brighten at Julia Ribaudo Nursing Home, Lake Ariel. Born February 2, 1909 in South Canaan, daughter of the late Royal and Irene Daniels Kimble.She was a former member of the Pentecostal Assembly of God Church, Hamlin.

Surviving are five sons Ernest D. of Scranton, Paul S. and Arthur both of Florida, Clifford of Matamorus , and Charles Jones of Lake Ariel; two daughters Jean Evans of Wimmers and Myrtle Beckendorf of E. Aurora, NY; a sister Margorie Frisbie of Cortez; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter Loretta Prussia; a sister Mildred Frisbie; and a brother Russell Kimble

The Funeral will be Tuesday at 10:00am at the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by her son Clifford Jones.

Friends may call Monday from 5:00-8:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel. Interment, East Canaan Cemetery, South Canaan

Clarence A. “Luke” Lukeski
September 25, 2010
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Clarence A. “Luke” Lukeski of Hamlin died Saturday at the V.A. Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre after an illness. His wife of 47 years is the former Virginia “Ginny” Ellsworth.

Born in Lake Ariel, son of the late Joseph and Josephine Dembrowski Lukeski, he was the owner of the Hamlin Hotel. He was a charter member of the Hamlin Fire and Rescue Company and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was of the Catholic faith.

Also surviving are sons Charles J. of Catawissa and Michael A. of Hamlin; a daughter Ginger McLain Silfee of Moscow; a brother Joe of CT; sisters Mary Ann Longo and Theresa Maroon both of CT; 6 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers Raymond, Andrew, Stanley, Thomas, and Ted; sisters Jule Lubak.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel. Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s local volunteer fire department.

Darryl H. Williams
September 25, 2010
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Darryl H. Williams, of Lake Ariel, died Saturday at  Mercy Hospital in Scranton. His loving wife of 43 years is the former Rosalind M. Cobb.

Born in Scranton, son of the late Elmer and Esther Davis Williams. He was a graduate of the Lake Consolidated High School. He also attended Penn State University.

He was the owner of Blooming Grove Sand and Gravel Inc..He was a member of the Wayne County Fair Board, Wayne County Jr. 4-H Livestock Sale Committee, and the Rare Squares and Hemlock Square Dance Clubs. A Former member of the Lake Ariel Fire Company and the Pennsylvania National Guard.  He loved fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.

Surviving are two daughters Linda Loscig and husband Jeff  of Lake Ariel and Cathy Lewis and husband Josh of Lake Ariel; a sister Debra Williams of Sterling; four brothers Elmer Andrew of Sterling, Richard and wife Margie of Sterling, DeWayne and wife Claudine of TX, Grant and wife Debra of Moscow; four grandchildren Katelynn, Lauren, Eli, Eljay; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers George and Douglas Williams.

The Funeral will be Wednesday at 10:00am at the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel . Friends may call Tuesday from 4:30-8:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel. Interment, East Canaan Cemetery, South Canaan.

Memorial Contributions may be made to "Nebzydoski - White Memorial Jr. 4-H Livestock Scholarship Fund" in care of Rosalind M. Williams,Secretary; 409 Stock Farm Rd. Lake Ariel, PA  18436

Winifred “Winnie” M. Hollister
September 22, 2010
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Winifred “Winnie” M. Hollister of Hollisterville died Wednesday at Hospice Community Care after an illness. Her husband of 50 years was the late Warren T. Hollister who died June 5, 2002.  

Born July 6, 1929 in Scranton, daughter of the late William and Fannie Bird Masters, she was a graduate of the Lake Consolidated School and attended Smokey Mountain College, Tennessee.   A great homemaker and mother to her four boys, Winnie was employed for years at Gilpin’s Pharmacy in Newfoundland and was also a school bus driver in the North Pocono School District for many years. She was a church organist at Hollisterville United Methodist Church and Bidwell Hill United Methodist Church and a member and Past Worthy Matron of the Harriet Greene Chapter No. 198 Order of the Eastern Star. Warren and Winnie loved to travel throughout their entire 50 years of marriage and spent a good portion of their retirement years at Masonic Youth Park, Wimauma, FL.  

The family would like to thank Dr. Barry Minora, Dr. Kenneth Sebastianelli and the staff of Hospice Community Care for their superior care and compassion.  

Surviving are three sons Paul and his wife Rhodine, Alvin and his wife Nancy, and Neal, all of Hollisterville; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law; many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by a son Lynn; two sisters Thelma Beauman and Geraldine Leonard; a brother Howard and twin brother William.  

The Funeral will be Thursday at 10:00am in the Hollisterville United Methodist Church Pond Rd. Hollisterville.

Friends may call Wednesday from 5:00-8:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with Eastern Star services at 7:45pm and Thursday morning from 9:00-10:00am at the Church.   Interment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.  

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Hollisterville United Methodist Church P.O. Box 704 Hamlin, PA 18427.

Ellen M. Kunz
September 18, 2010
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Ellen M. Kunz September 18, 2010 Ellen M. Kunz of Endwell, NY and Lake Sheridan, PA died Saturday September 18, 2010 at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City, NY after an illness.

Her husband of 51 years is Rudolph Kunz. Born in Scranton, PA, daughter of the late Joseph P. and Margaret Graff Judge, she was a 1956 graduate of Scranton Technical High School and a member of the Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Endwell, NY. She was also a member and a 25 year volunteer of the Lourdes Hospital Auxiliary, Binghamton, NY and the Dunmore Historical Society, Dunmore, PA.

Also surviving are a son Rudolph and his wife Maria of Apalachin, NY; daughters Karen Kunz of Endicott, NY, and Ann Edwards and her husband Richard of Endwell, NY; 5 grandchildren Aidan, Sean, and Brendan Kunz, and Ryan and Jessica Edwards; brothers Newell Judge of Carnegie, PA, Neil Judge of Scranton, PA, and Gerald Judge of Cleveland, OH. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter Nicole Edwards; brothers Joseph, Jr., Jerome, and Basil; sisters Margaret Finnerty, Elizabeth McAndrew, and Joyce Judge.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10:00am in St. Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Church Rd. Ledgedale, PA. Friends may call Wednesday from 4:00-7:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel, PA and Thursday morning from 9:00-10:00am at the Church.

Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ledgedale. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association 613 Baltimore Dr. Suite 3 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 or the American Cancer Society 712 S. Keyser Ave. Taylor, PA 18517.

Lorraine B. Marold
September 18, 2010
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Lorraine B. Marold, The Hideout, Lake Ariel, died Saturday at home after an illness. Her husband of 52 years is Joseph Marold.

Born in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late William and Florence Leightnan Grotz. She was a graduate of Amityville High School. She was a member of the St. Thomas More - St. Mary Parish Community. Prior to retirement she had been employed as a controller in the construction industry.

Surviving are a son Joseph and his wife Maureen of Jermyn; a son in law James Merker of Moscow; a sister Kathleen Arnold of Willmington, Vt.; grandchildren James, Marissa, Brittany, Abbey and Joshua. Preceded in death by a daughter Lisa Merker.

The funeral will be Wednesday at 9:30 in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd with Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10am in St. Thomas More Church 105 Gravity Rd Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8pm in the funeral home. Cremation to follow in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

Alvie B. Frisbie
September15, 2010
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Alvie B. Frisbie, 96, of Lake Ariel died Wednesday evening at home after an illness. He was preceded in death by 3 wives the former Anna Hark, the former Estelle Williams, and the former Elizabeth “Betty” Dennis.

Son of the late Grover and Gladys Schaffer Frisbie, he was the oldest member of the Cortez United Methodist Church. He was a former member of the Lake Ariel Fire Company and prior to retirement he was the plant foreman at the Keystone Plant, Lake Ariel. Surviving are a son Loren “Skip” Lowen and his wife Reba of Cortez; a son-in-law Paul Laabs of Hawley; a daughter Veldora McCane of Maplewood; a brother Edwin Frisbie and his wife Francis of Lake Ariel; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son Philip; a daughter Lois Laabs; 2 brothers Joseph and Alison; a sister Vera.

The Funeral Service will be Monday at 10:00am in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Rev. Art Yetter. Friends may call Sunday from 2:00-5:00pm. Interment, Kizer Cemetery, Jefferson Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Sacred Heart 600 Baltimore Dr. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, the Cortez United Methodist Church 967 Cortez Rd. Jefferson Twp., PA 18436, or the donor’s favorite charity.

John A. Anderson
Sept. 11, 2010
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John A. Anderson, 50, Lake Ariel, died Saturday at home after an illness. His wife of 15 years is the former Carol Pietrzykoski.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of Marilyn Touhill Rushlow and the stepson of Dale Rushlow of Philadelphia and the late Harry Anderson. He was a graduate of Springfield High School and also of the Starr Academy.

He was a member of the St. Thomas More St Mary’s Parish Community, Lake Ariel. He was a self employed barber in Dunmore operating John’s Barber Shop. He was a loving husband and devoted father. He loved the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies, scuba diving and riding his Harley Davidson.

Surviving are a daughter Ashlyn at home; step son Frank Vonderhey; a sister Lynn Balmer; brothers Harry, James, and Michael Anderson all of Philadelphia; his caregivers Jay, Ryan and Vivian Vonderhey all of Lake Ariel.

Preceded in death by a brother Robert. All planning on attending the funeral are directed to go directly to the church.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 9:30am in St. Thomas More Church, 105 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel. Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 296 143 Gravity Rd Lake Ariel.

Cremation will follow in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Bethel AME Shelter 716 N. Washington Ave Scranton 18509.

Wyman Field, Jr.
September 9, 2010
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Wyman Field, Jr. September 9, 2010 Wyman Field, Jr., Lake Ariel, died Thursday morning in the Wayne Memorial Hospital after an illness. His wife was the former Audrey Swingle who died in 1985.

Born 1919 in Hamlin he was the son of the late Wyman, Sr. and Pearl Chapman Field and was a graduate of the former Lake Consolidated School. Prior to retirement he had been a truck driver working for Joe Chapman. He had been a member of the Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company and also of the NRA. He was United States Army veteran.

He loved cows, hunting, fishing, farming and animals of all kind. He had a great fondness for the Wayne County Fair and the Old Time Fiddlers.

Surviving are a son Dirk Field and his wife Sandra of North Carolina; daughters Adelia Neptune and her husband Tom of Ohio and Lisa Schilling and her husband Thomas of Clarks Summit; thirteen grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death a son Grove R. Field; brothers Durwood, Kenneth, Robert and Bayne Field; a sister Doris Simon.

A celebration of his life will be held Tuesday at 10am in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd Lake Ariel. Friends may call Monday from 5-8pm.

Cathryn G. Hicks
September 6, 2010
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Cathryn G. Hicks of Madison Twp. died Monday morning at Mercy Hospital after an illness. Born in McClure, OH she had worked as a machine operator at W.E.A. Manufacturing. Surviving are sons Robert R. II of GA and Keith of Moscow; daughters Denise Hicks of Hamlin, Diane Howell of Moscow, and Cathryn Shay of GA; 8 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers and a sister. Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel. Interment took place in Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Elsie A. Parry
August 26, 2010  
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Elsie A. Parry of Hollisterville died Thursday morning at Mercy Hospice after an illness. Her husband was the late William H. Parry who died in 2006.

Born in Madison Twp., daughter of the late Floyd and Iva Edwards Mead, she was a member of the Hollisterville Bible Church. She has worked as a bus driver for Mar-Chet Transit for 27 years.  

Surviving are sons Randall and his wife Maureen of Hollisterville, Thomas of Hollisterville, Lynn and his wife Lisa of Madisonville, Dale and his wife Melinda of Gouldsboro, Luke and his wife Morag of Bangor, and Mark of Madisonville; a daughter Kathleen Ferguson and her husband William of Mt. Holly, NJ; a brother Ellis Mead of Moscow; a sister Olive Naro of Daleville; 9 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a brother Richard Mead; a sister Margaret Elias.   

The Funeral Service will be Monday at 10:00am in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by the Rev. Rand Kizer.  

Friends may call Sunday from 2:00-5:00pm.   Interment, Madisonville Union Cemetery, Madison Twp.

Tyrone W. Schneider
August 20, 2010
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Tyrone W. Schneider of Lake Ariel died Friday at home. His wife is the former Judith Warfield. Born in Honesdale, son of Henry and Lois Georgeann Schneider of Lake Ariel, he attended J.J. Koehler School, Honesdale. He had worked at David Elliott Poultry Farm for 25 years. He enjoyed woodworking. Also surviving are a sister Karen Evans of Sterling; a niece and a nephew. A Graveside service will be held Thursday at 11:00am in Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Cremation took place at the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel. Contributions may be made to Judy Schneider c/o the James Wilson Funeral Home P.O. Box 7 Lake Ariel, PA 18436.

Sophie Fudal
August 19, 2010
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Sophie Fudal of Scranton and formerly of Lake Ariel died Thursday morning at Mercy Hospice after an illness. Her husband was the late Martin W. Fudal who passed away in 1990.

Born in New York City, daughter of the late Adolph and Palagia Pagna Waligorski, she was a member of St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community and was a graduate of Seward High School, New York City. She was had worked as a secretary for American Express and was a member of the W.L.E. Ladies Club.

Surviving are sons Thomas and his wife Margaret of Lake Ariel and Martin and his wife Rosemary of Plainview, NY; 6 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters and a grandson Thomas.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10:00am in St. Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Rd. Ledgedale. Anyone attending the Mass is asked to go directly to the church.

Friends may call Monday from 4:00-7:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel. Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ledgedale.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to St. Mary’s Church P.O. Box 188 Lake Ariel, PA 18436.

Thomas Davis
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Thomas Davis of Scranton and formerly of Greentown died at Mercy Hospice after an illness. Born in Orange, NJ, he was the son of the late John D. and Catherine McGourty Davis. Prior to retirement he had been employed by Nextel.

Surviving are sisters Kathleen McCarthy and husband Thomas of Bloomfield, NJ and Mary Lou Heinzel and her husband Mark of Rogers City, MI.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday August 23rd at 10:30am in St. Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Church Rd. Ledgedale. Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ledgedale. Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Robert G. Sauers, Sr
August 14, 2010
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Robert G. Sauers, Sr., of Lake Henry , went home to be with the Lord Saturday morning surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer. His wife of 55 years is Janet Sipler Sauers.

Born in Weatherly, he was the son of the late Gorden and Isabell Culp Sauers. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Maplewood. Bob was a graduate of Weatherly High School . Prior to retirement he was employed by the Pennsylvania Power and Light company. He was a member of Salem Lodge No. 330, Keystone Consistory, Irem Temple, and the Square and Compass Club. He was the Past Master of Moosic Lodge #664.

Surviving are sons Robert, Jr. and his wife Gayle of Madisonville, Mark and his wife Rose of Lake Ariel, and Scott and his wife Amy of Lake Ariel; grandchildren Allison Lesak, Rob, Will, and Jeff Sauers. The family would like to thank Wayne Memorial Hospital Home Health, Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dr. Dodge & Sandy, and a special heartfelt thank you to Amy.

The Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at 11am in the Grace United Methodist Church, 1117 Lake Henry Road, Maplewood with services by the Rev. John Craig.

Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home, 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel and Wednesday from 10:30 -11:00am in the church. A Masonic service will be held Tuesday at 7:45pm. Interment, Maplewood Evangelical Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Grace United Methodist Church, c/o Jane Peet

Edward S. Beavers
August 14, 2010
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Edward S. Beavers August 14, 2010 Edward S. Beavers, Maplewood, died Saturday at home after a brief illness. He was under the care of Hospice of the Sacred Heart and family after a short stay in the VA Medical Center. His loving wife of 65 years the former Erma Black preceded him in death. He was born in Greentown, son of the late Alfred and Sadie Beavers.

He was a graduate of the former Jefferson Twp. High School. Edward was a United States Army veteran of World War II serving in Normandy and Central Europe. He loved to cook and bake. He made all of his children’s wedding cakes. He enjoyed spending time with family. As he grew older he enjoyed looking out and seeing many pretty flowers he planted over the years. His crossword books used to keep him busy for hours.

The family would like to extend the thanks to everyone whom assisted in his care.

Surviving are four children Erma Jean Corcoran and husband William of Honesdale, Joyce A Jones and husband Rodney of West Virginia, Clyde E Beavers and wife Mary Ann of Roaring Brook, his former wife Connie Field Beavers of Hamlin, and Leona Marchington and husband William of Maplewood; ten grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death ; a granddaughter Julie Corcoran; brothers; sisters; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9:30am in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity rd Lake Ariel. Friends may call Wednesday from 5-7pm. Interment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans P.O. Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301 Attn: Gift Processing

Robert Sibello
August 12, 2010
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Robert Sibello, Sr., Lake Ariel, died Thursday after a brief illness in the Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years is Anita Torrioni Sibello.

Born January 24, 1934 in Bloomfield, NJ, he was a graduate of Bloomfield High School in 1952. Upon graduation he started a successful painting and contracting business. During which time he was active with the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America. In 1974, he fulfilled a lifelong dream of becoming a farmer on the land he purchased in Lake Ariel. Upon retirement from farming he continued to build and develop in the Lake Ariel area.

His love of antique cars filled his days in later years. He was an active member in the Coasters Car Club of Lake Ariel and enjoyed many of the clubs activities.

Surviving are his son Robert, Jr. and his wife Sandra of Lake Ariel; his daughter Lisa Marie Noto and her husband Michael of Waverly; grandchildren Robert James Sibello and Ann Marie Sibello and Michael and Andrew Noto; sisters Helen Maddalena and Barbara Davide; brothers Richard and Gerald Sibello. He was preceded in death by his daughter Laurie Ann Sibello.

Friends may call Tuesday from 1-3pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel. Cremation will follow in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Four Diamonds Fund of Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Office of University Development, A120 600 Centerview Dr. PO Box 852 Hershey, Pa. 17033-0852.

Albert Selius
August 13, 2010
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Albert Selius of Wallenpaupack Lake Estates, died Friday morning at home after an illness. His wife of 48 years is the former Marie Stanat.

Born in Lithuania, son of the late Ludwig and Adela Kasperit Selius, he was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Hawley and prior to retirement he was a tool and die maker for General Electric.

Also surviving are a son Albert and his wife Leslie of Larchmont, NY; a daughter Lisa McAndrews and her husband Michael of Trumble, CT; a brother Tony of NC; a sister Anna Spangenberg of AZ and Martha Cartwright of CA; grandchildren Andrew, Brett, Kaitlin, Michael, and Kevin. He was preceded in death by a sister Lydia.

The Funeral Service will be Monday at 10:00am in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Rev. Joan Mitchell.

Friends may call Sunday from 2:00-5:00pm.

Interment, Lakeville Cemetery, Lakeville.

Michael A. Adamsky
August 8, 2010
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Michael A. Adamsky, Jefferson Twp., died Sunday at home after an illness. Born in Cedar Knolls, NJ, he was the son of the late Anthony and Marie Kollar Adamsky. He was of the Catholic faith. He had been employed in the maintenance department at the Ellen Memorial Senior Care Center, Honesdale.

He was a United States Army veteran. Surviving are a daughter Kristen Adamsky of Scranton and a sister Margaret Freem of New Jersey.

Military Services will be held Monday evening at 6pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 296 Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Monday from 3-6pm.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

Nicole M. Phillips
August 8, 2010
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Nicole M. Phillips, 18, of The Hideout, Lake Ariel died Sunday at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born in Nyack, NY, she was the daughter of Charles and Laurie Sears Phillips of The Hideout, she was a graduate of Western Wayne High School and attended Lackawanna College. She attended the Hamlin Assembly of God Church and was an active member of its youth group.

Also surviving are sisters Erica Skalsky of FL, Brianna Phillips of NY, Victoria Phillips of NY and Ashley Lascano of NJ; maternal grandparents William Sears of Lake Ariel and Phyllis Sears of NJ and step grandmother Kathleen Sears, Lake Ariel; paternal grandfather Charles L. Phillips, of FL; an aunt Shelby Gibbs of NY; an uncle Billy Sears of Swoyersville. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandmother Dorothy Mae Mann.

A Funeral Service will be held Thursday at 11:00am in the Hamlin Assembly of God Church Rt. 191 Hamlin by Rev. Isaiah Mattocks. Cremation to follow service in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home. Friends may call Thursday from 9:00-11:00am in the Church.

Elwood G. Walton
August 8, 2010    
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Elwood G. Walton of Greentown died Sunday at Community Medical Center after an illness. His wife of 48 years is the former Barbara Hollister.  

Born in Moscow PA, son of the late Elwood and Valeda Yeager Walton, he was a graduate of Moscow High School and a member of the Hemlock Grove United Methodist Church and its church choir. He had been employed as a Fire Man for Bethlehem Steel.  

Also surviving are a son Timothy, Emmaus; daughters Cheryl Bedice and her husband Tom, Bethlehem, Susan Lubakas and her husband Jack, Germansville; and Diane Walton, Allentown; brothers Alfred, FL, Richard, Moscow, Leroy, VA, Gary, WS; a sister Jessie McLain, Madisonville; 11 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  

He was preceded in death by a brother Howard.  

A Memorial Service will be held Friday at 11:00am in the Hemlock Grove United Methodist Church 491 Romerville Rd. Greentown.  

Friends may call Friday from 10:00-11:00am at the Church.   Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.  

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.  

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hemlock Grove United

Methodist Church 491 Romerville Rd. Greentown, PA 18426.

Lenore A. Edwards
August 5, 2010    
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Lenore A. Edwards of Lake Ariel died Thursday at Julia Ribaudo Senior Center after an illness. Her husband was the late Merel Edwards.  

Born in Lake Ariel, daughter of the late Dudley and Mildred Bishop Chapman, she was a graduate of the Lake Consolidated School and a member of Canaan Bible Chapel, Lake Ariel. She had worked as a seamstress.  

Surviving are a son Gary, Lake Ariel; a daughter Pat Palumbo, Columbia, MD; a sister Joan LaVigne, Mt. Pocono; 2 granddaughters   She was preceded in death by a brother Jack and daughter Donna Myers.  

The Funeral Service will be Thursday at 11:00am in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.  

Friends may call Thursday from 10:00-11:00am.   Interment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.

Donald C. “Bucket Mouth” Kovaleski
August 4, 2010    
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Donald C. “Bucket Mouth” Kovaleski, Lake Ariel, died Wednesday night in the VNA Hospice Inpatient Unit at the Community Medical Center after an illness.  His wife of 36 years is the former Geraldine Hudak.            

Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Florence Long Kovaleski.  He was a graduate of the Lake Consolidated School.  He was a member of the Bidwell Hill United Methodist Church where he served as a Trustee.  He had been employed for 40 years as a carpenter working with the Local 261 Union.  He also worked as school van driver and a partner in Don’s This and That.  He was a United Sates Army veteran.            

He loved sports, fishing, Nascar and auctions.            

Surviving are children Michael Kovaleski and his wife Tisha of Newfoundland, Gregory Kovaleski and his wife Brenda of Lake Ariel, Scott Kovaleski and his companion Renee Pierre of Lake Ariel, and Donna Kovaleski and her companion Luis Diaz of Mt. Cobb; Margaret Ann Tighe of Old Forge, Maureen Venizelos and her husband George of Hamlin, Geraldine Fuggeta and husband Louie of Lakeville, John M. Tighe of Hamlin, Joseph Tighe of Lake Ariel, and Lisa Dobitsch and her husband Chris of Sterling; three brothers Charles of Maryland, John of Florida and Benjamin of Hamlin; a sister Kimberly Neary of Newfoundland; best buddy Andrew Gadomski; twenty five grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren.            

Preceded in death by a sister Marion Kovaleski.            

Funeral services will be held Monday at 10am in the Bidwell Hill United Methodist Church, Ledgedale Rd., Hamlin with services by Rev. John Craig.            

Friends may call Sunday from 2-5pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.            

Interment, Salem Cemetery, Hamlin.            

In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Bidwell Hill United Methodist Church PO Box 474 Hamlin, Pa. 18427

Bonnie J. Mitchell
July 29, 2010
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Bonnie J. Mitchell of Hamlin died Thursday at the VNA Hospice Unit. Her husband of 33 years is John A. Mitchell, Jr.
 
Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Orris and Adela Freeman Jones, she was a graduate of the Lake Consolidated School and a member of the 1st Baptist Church of Hollisterville.
 
Also surviving are a son Harry of Lake Ariel; and a daughter Shanon Bembenick and her husband Chrys of Scranton; brothers Wayne and Al; grandchildren Brandyn, Elyjah, and Rayfe.
 
She was preceded in death by a brother Roger Jones.
 
A Memorial Service will be Thursday at 7:00pm in the 1st Baptist Church of Hollisterville 23 Pond Rd. Hollisterville.
 
Friends may call Thursday from 5:30-7:00pm at the Church.
 
Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.
 
Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Rebecca Lynn Davis
July 27, 2010
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Rebecca Lynn Davis died Tuesday at Moses Taylor Hospital shortly after birth.
 
She was the infant daughter of Scott T. and Beverly Masker Davis of Scranton.
 
Also surviving are paternal grandparents Sam and Carol Davis, Lake Ariel; a maternal grandmother Mary Masker, Scranton.
 
She was preceded in death by a brother Scott Dylan Davis.
 
A graveside service will be Friday at 11:00am in the Maplewood Evangelical Cemetery, Maplewood.
 
Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Eleanor A. Pruss
July 23, 2010
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Eleanor A. Pruss, Ledgedale, died friday afternooon in the Jewish Home of Eastern Pa after an illness. Her husband of 56 years was the late Edward Pruss.

She was born in Dickson City and was the daughter of the late Ignatz and Anna Dadurka Wycko. Prior to retirement she had been employed in the garment Industry and helping her husband on the family farm. She was a member of St Mary’s Church, Ledgedale, it’s Alter and Rosary Society, the Orchard Lake Deanery, the Ledgedale Volunteer Fire Co Auxillary and the 4h club.
 Eleanor was a city girl when she married the love of her life Edward and became a country girl.


The family would like to thank staff of the Jewish Home and the sixth floor staff at Mercy Hospital for their compassionate and thoughtful care.     

Surviving are daughters Margaret Miller and husband John of Mt Wolf, Pa, Christina Salak and husband Donald of Waymart and Mary Pruss of Scranton; a son Edward of Ledgedale; a brother Dennis Wycko of Ca; grandchildren Robert and wife Christine, Bernadine, Ellen and fiance Jeffrey and David.

 Preceded in death by a sister Bernadine and brothers Edward, Alfred and Joseph.
 
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10am in St Mary’s Church St Marys Rd Ledgedale to be celebrated by Rev Ronald Altrui.

Cremation will follow Mass in the  Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

Interment will be in St Marys Cemetery at a later date.
Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church on Tuesday morning.

Viewing will be held on Monday evening at the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity rd (RT 296) Lake Ariel from 5-8pm.
   
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Jewish Home of Eastern Pa, Activities Fund, 1101 Vine St Scranton 18510 or Ledgedale Vol Fire Co, C/O Tom Sawyer 27 Sledzinski Rd Lake Ariel Pa 18436.

Jean M. DeLuca
July 10, 2010
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Jean M. DeLuca, Lake Ariel, died July 10 in the Brighten at Julia Ribaudo Senior Care Center.

Born 1922 in the Bronx, NY. Prior to retirement she had been employed as a mail clerk in New York City.

She was of the catholic faith.

Surviving are her caregivers including Chris Antzakas and family of Lake Ariel and the staff at Brighten at Julia Ribaudo Senior Care Center.

Graveside services were held Monday in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ledgedale.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Michael Wargo, Jr
July 2, 2010
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Michael Wargo, Jr, 77 of Lake Ariel Pa died July 2, 2010at the Brighten at Julia Ribaudo Nursing home Lake Ariel after a 11 year illness. His wife of 37 years is the former Paula Policastro-Wargo.

Formerly of Morris county NJ Mike was a Police Officer for 25 years in Hanover Twp, NJ. He was a PBA member, The American Legion and an Army veteran serving in the 82nd  Army Airborne, at Fort Bragg NC, Mike had also drove for M.A.P.S. of Morristown NJ. Mike also enjoyed a good cigar a glass of wine flowers and his dogs.

Also Surving Sons: Michael John Wargo, Douglas Wargo both of Va, Daughter April Wargo of NC, Step Children George Policastro and Rose Policasro-Stephens both of NJ a sister Ann Marie Biche of NJ.

A memorial will be held at a later date.Cremation took place at Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home Lake ariel, pa.

In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions may be made to The Silky Terrier Rescue At S.T.R.C.T Po box 10453 Blacksburg, Va 24062 or Dessin Animal Shelter 138 Miller Dr, Honesdale pa 18341-4117 or your favorite Animal shelter.

Edwin R. Jagielski
July 2, 2010
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Edwin R. Jagielski, Lake Ariel, died Friday in the Mercy Hospital Hospice Unit after an illness.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Anthony and Leona Jagielski.  He attended Temple University in Philadelphia and was retired from the original Mt. Airy Resort as a Bell Captain.  He was a United States Army veteran.

He was an avid photographer, fisherman and also volunteered at the Clearwater animal shelter in Florida.

Surviving are his caretakers Carolyn Gregorski of Lake Ariel and Kris Padula of Mt. Cobb; a brother Anthony Jagielski of Philadelphia; a niece and two nephews.

Military services will be conducted Tuesday at 7pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 296 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Tuesday evening from 5:30 to 7pm.

Cremation will take place in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

Inurnment will be private at the convenience of the family in Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Dessen Animal Shelter 138 Miller Dr Honesdale, PA 18431

Julian “Doodle” Hineline
July 2, 2010
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Julian J. “Doodle” Hineline, Lake Ariel,  died early Friday morning in the Community Medical Center.  His wife of 44 years if the former Nancy J. Shaffer.

Born in Salem Twp., Wayne County, son of the late Willard and Emma Kethledge Margellina Hineline.  He was a member of the Centenary United Methodist Church.  Prior to retirement he had been employed by RR Wilmont Construction Company.   

He loved spending time with his granddaughter, working on his tractors and working in his garden. 

Surviving are a son Jim Hineline and a daughter Lisa Hineline both of Lake Ariel; a sister Elaine Goreham of Missouri;  a granddaughter Juli of Lake Ariel; several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by siblings Samuel Margellina, Helen Margellina, Philip, Harold, Shirley, Kenny and George.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at noon in the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 296 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Wednesday morning from 10am until time of service.

Interment, Mt. Cobb Cemetery.

James A. Houlgrave, Jr.
July 1, 2010
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James A. Houlgrave, Jr. of Lake Ariel died Thursday morning at home after an illness. His wife of 48 years is the former Patricia Venesky.
 
Born in Patterson, NJ, son of the late James A., Sr. and Mary Misajet Houlgrave, he was a member of St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community. He had been employed as a machinist at Ceramic Magnetics, Inc, Fairfield, NJ.
 
Also surviving are daughters Christine Houlgrave, and Cynthia and her husband John Eike, Jr., all of Lake Ariel.; grandchildren Christopher and James Eike.
 
Funeral will be Thursday at 10am at St. Mary Church, Ledgedale.

Anyone planning on attending the funeral is asked to go directly to the church.

Friends may call Wednesday from 5pm-8pm at James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Road, Lake Ariel.

Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ledgedale, PA.
 
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to N.R.A. 11250 Waples Mill Rd. Fairfax, VA 22030 or the American Cancer Society 1101 Hill St. Jessup, PA 18434.

James R. O’Neill
June 24, 2010
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James R. O’Neill of Lake Ariel died June 24th in Tidewell Hospice in Bradenton, FL after an illness. His wife of 30 years is the former Kathleen Nolan.

Born in Port Jefferson, NY, son of the late John W. and Pauline Chapman O’Neill, he was a graduate of Honesdale High School. He had been employed at Bell Telephone for 32 years. He was a member of St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community, St. Joseph’s Parish, Bradenton, FL, American Legion Post # 579, Moscow, the Lake Ariel Lions Club, the Elmhurst Country Club, the Honesdale Golf Club, the Knights of Columbus Msgr. McDonough Council 7403, and WEDCO. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.

He loved to golf and run golf tournaments. He loved and enjoyed life to the fullest.

Also surviving are a son Donald I. Mickel, Jr., Clarks Summit; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a brother John C.; sisters Mary Ann O’Neill and Patricia Lengner.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 10:00am in St. Thomas More Church 105 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Wednesday from 9:00 to 10:00am at the Church.

Interment was private in St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Moscow.

In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas More Church P.O. Box 188 Lake Ariel, PA 18436, Tidewill Hospice Fund Development 5955 Rand Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34238, or St. Joseph's Church 2704 33 Ave. West Bradenton, FL 34205.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Debra A. Toepfer
June 30, 2010
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Debra A. Toepfer, 54, Wallenpaupack Lake Estates, died early Wednesday morning in the Wayne Memorial Hospital. Her husband of 34 years is Russell “Russ” S. Toepfer.

Born in Patterson, NJ, she was the daughter of William and Phyllis Williams Doig of Oakland, New Jersey. She was a graduate of Indian Hills High School in New Jersey. She was a member of the St Thomas More and St Mary’s Parish Community. She was employed by the Wallenpaupack Area School District in the food service department.

Surviving are a son Richard of New Jersey; daughters Kristen Toepfer of New Jersey and Jessica Toepfer of Dunmore; a brother William Doig of New Jersey; a sister Doreen Doig of New Jersey ; dogs Bandit and Rusty; grand dogs Dakota and Rocky.

Mass of Chrisitian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 11:00am in St. Mary's Church 17 Pompton Ave. Pompton Lakes, NJ

Friends may call Saturday from 9:00-11:00am at the Church.

Friends may also call Monday from 1-3 and 6-8pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Anyone planning on attending the funeral on Tuesday St. Mary's Church in Ledgedale is asked to go directly to the church the Mass of Christian Burial at 10am

Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery.

David G. Robinson
June 23, 2010
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David G. Robinson, South Canaan, died Wednesday evening at Marian Community Hospital after being stricken ill at home. His wife of 46 years is the former Mary Ann Bronson.

Born in Carbondale, he was the son of the late George and Helen Bosak Robinson. He was a graduate of Waymart High School.
Prior to retirement in 2004 he had worked for 38years at the State Correctional Institute at Waymart. He had served on the Board of Directors at the Canaan Bible Protestant Cemetery.

He loved to hunt, fish and garden.

Surviving are sons David Robinson and his wife Tammy and Keith Robinson and his wife Becky all of Waymart and Bill Robinson and his wife Shannon of South Canaan; a daughter Tammy Zdziarski and her husband John of Waymart; grandchildren Megan, Taylor, Matthew, Hannah, Briar, Brandon, KeAndra, David, Michaela, Amy, Chad, Melissa and Keyly; great grandchildren Shylynn, Austin, Gavin, Zack, Nathan, and Ian; siblings Jane Ovens, Francis Robinson, Tom Robinson, Bessie Palmer, Louise Cummings, Marie Dragwa and Richie Robinson.

Preceded in death by a brother Clarence Robinson.

Funeral services will be held Monday at 10am in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Rev. William Rushik.

Friends may call Sunday from 2-5pm.

Interment, Simon Cemetery.

Paul J. Mailen, II
June 23, 2010
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Paul J. Mailen, II, Sterling Twp., died peacefully Wednesday in the Fox Chase Hospital surrounded by his loving family. His wife of 25 years is the former Linda McLain.
Born December 25, 1952 in Scranton he was the son of Paul J. Mailen, Scranton and the late Ruth Ann Evans Mailen. Paul was a man of character, understanding, generosity and love. He was a 1970 graduate of West Scranton High School and a member of the 1970 class A basketball eastern final team. He was employed at RCA/Thomson Electronics for 30 years. Because of his love of basketball he became a PIAA official and practiced it for twenty two years. He mostly enjoyed folllowing his children’s athletic careers, his boys were his world and his wife was his absolute soul mate and the love of his life. His persepctive of life was a no nonsense, simplicity and unconditional love always putting others before himself. A friend to many, he will be sadly missed by the lives he touched and his big black lab Damien.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks for the loving care giving by Dr. Armando Sallavanti, Dr. Vitaly Geyfman, Dr. Alvin Sharma and Fox Chase Cancer Center’s Drs. Neeta Somaiah and Allan Haber.

Surviving are his loving wife Linda R. Mailen of Sterling; two sons Ryne Richard Mailen of Sterling and Paul J. Mailen, III and his wife Marygrace of Old Forge; two grandsons Andrew and Connor Mailen; a twin brother Craig J. Mailen of West Scranton; a brother Scott A. Mailen and his wife Karen of Annville; a sister Jill Golden of Gouldsboro; a mother in law Clara A McLain of Sterling; nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his mother Ruth Mailen; father in law Richard A McLain, Sr; a brother in law Richard A. McLain.

A memorial service will be held Monday at 11am in the Sterling United Methodist Church Route 196 Sterling.

Friends may call Monday morning from 9am until time of service at the church.

Interment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions should be made to the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter 967 Griffin Pond Rd. S. Abington Twp., Pa. 18411 or to Fox Chase Cancer Center 333 Cottman Ave. Philadelphia, Pa. 19111

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 296 Lake Ariel.
For directions to the church or to send the family an online condolence please visit www.jameswilsonfuneralhome.com and click the link to Paul’s Obituary.

Directions to the Sterling United Methodist Church from Scranton:

Interstate 84 East to Hamlin/Newfoundland Exit (exit 17)

Turn Right onto Route 191 South

Go approx. 1.5 miles and turn right onto Springhill Rd.

at end first stop sign make a left onto Route 196 South

Sterling UMC will be located on your Right approx. 100 yards from Springhill Rd.

Phyllis Chumard Patterson Nash
June 18, 2010
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Phyllis Chumard Patterson Nash, 97, Lake Ariel, died Friday night in the Brighten at Julia Ribuado Senior Care Center after an illness.  She was the widow of her first husband Cecil Patterson and her second husband Richard Nash.

Born April 5, 1913 in Hamlin, she was the daughter of the late Frank W and Rena Faith Basley Chumard.  She attended the Lake Vocational and State College High Schools.  She graduated from Penn State University and received her Master’s Degree from Drexel University.  Phyllis had Patterson’s Department Store in Lake Ariel and taught at the Green Dreher High School in Newfoundland and at Conestoga High School in Berwyn.
She knitted 300 Lap Robes for veteran’s homes in Tennessee and afghans for family and friends.  She loved to travel especially to Hawaii and Alaska.

Surviving are her children Gary Patterson and his wife Elisa of Azusa, Ca. and Gale Patterson Shaw and her husband Steve of Buena Vista, Co.  She is also survived by Richard Nash’s children Richard Nash, Jr of Ocean City, NJ, Barbara Nash Griffin of Westminster, Md. and Mary Lou Nash Gross of Norristown.  Also surviving are her brother and sister in law Ted Chumard and his wife Emma of Lake Ariel and a sister and brother in law Eleanor Chumard Green and her husband Charles of Knoxville, Tn; two granddaughters Linda Shaw and Karen Kitto; three great grandchildren Cullyn Shaw, Evi Hager and Landon Kitto.

Preceded in death by her brother and sister in law Geary and Marjorie Chumard, her sister and brother in law Isabel and Joe Patterson and her brother Bob Chumard.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:30am in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Rev. William Henwood.

Friends may call Thursday morning from 9am until time of service.

Interment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.

Memorial contributions may be made to the favorite charity of the donor’s choice.

Rose Ann Covey
June 17, 2010
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Rose Ann Covey, The Hideout, Lake Ariel, died Thursday night in the Overlook Hospital, Summit, New Jersey after an illness.  Her husband of 56 years is Richard H. Covey.

Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Joseph and Maria Pierelli Corazzi.  She was a 1952 graduate of the former Scranton Technical High School.  She was a member of St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community.  She had been very involved in  many Hideout organizations and the Wayne/Pike County AACA.  She was a loving wife, mother and nonnie.

Surviving are a sister Ida Scacchitti of Scranton; a son Joseph H. Covey of Nutley, NJ and a daughter Eva Maria Fenning of N. Coldwell, NJ; eight grandchildren.

Preceded in death by a brother Mario Corazzi.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 10am in the St. Thomas More Church, 105 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Cremation will follow in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home.

Margerie E. Mignerey
June 18, 2010
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Margerie E. Mignerey, LPN, Lake Ariel, died Friday at home after an illness.  She was the widow of Roy Mignerey who died in 2008.

Born in Wimmers, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Margerie Bartleson Wood.  She was a graduate of the Lake Consolidated School and the Career Technical Center where she earned a degree as a licensed practical nurse.  She was a member of the Avoy Christian Church.  She had been employed as an LPN at St. Mary’s Villa.

Surviving are a son Ross Frisbie and his wife Carol of Archbald and a daughter Cindy Jones and her husband Harry, Sr. of Lake Ariel;  brothers Stanley Wood, Jr. and Ed Wood both of Drinker;  a sister Emily Frisbie of Lake Ariel; grandchildren Harry Jr., Ashley, Michael, Amanda and Ryan; great grandchildren Faith, Cody and Jordyn; several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by a sister Elnora Lohrey and a brother George Wood.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10am in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd Lake Ariel  with services by Rev. Kenneth Lindow, Jr.

Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8pm.

Interment, Avoy Cemetery

Roberta P. Mulvey
June 11, 2010
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Roberta P. Mulvey, 71, of Lake Ariel died Friday evening at St. Mary’s Villa Nursing Home after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband of 51 years William C. Mulvey.
 
Born in Mineola, NY, to the late Robert F. and Margaret Black McCrum. She was a graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes High School, Queens Village, NY.
She was an avid reader and also enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her family.
 
Also surviving are sons William Jr., Patchogue, NY and Andrew T. and his wife Tara, Wilmington, NC, ; daughters Suzanne Schlotterbeck and her husband Christian, Berwick, PA, and Dianne Granata and her husband Frank, Lake Ariel, PA; a brother Robert F. McCrum, Bayshore, NY; and a sister Lorraine Costello, Hicksville, NY; grandchildren James, Laura, Sharon, Timothy, Anna, Melissa, Bethany, Samantha, William, and Riley.
 
Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.
 
Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.
 

Helen S. Himka
June 10 , 2010
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Helen S. Himka, Lake Ariel died Thursday morning in the Allied Skilled Nursing Home after an illness.  She was the widow of John Himka who died in 2006.  The couple had been married for 68 years.

Born in Brooklyn Twp., Pa. she was the daughter of the late Teofil andStella Vetz Gardoski.  She was a 1938 graduate of the Brooklyn Vocational High School where she was valedectorian.

Helen enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She loved sewing, cooking, baking and caring for her vegetable and flower gardens.  She had a great interest in current events.

Surviving are sons Paul and his wife Marie of Nicholson and Thomas of Vestal Center, NY;  sister Alice Corbin of Kingsley; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by brothers Alex, Chester and Joseph.

Funeral Services will be held Sunday at 4pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Route 296 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by her nephew Rev Dr. Kenneth Gardoski.

Friends may call Sunday from 2-4pm.

Interment, private at the convenience of family in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Nicholson.

Mmeorial contributions may be made to Allied Terrace 100 Terrace Lane Scranton, Pa. 18508.

Billy J. Wood
May 28, 2010
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Billy J. Wood of Scranton died Friday at Community Medical Center.
 
Born in Honesdale he was the son of Rose M. Wood Curtis, Honesdale and the late Barney Miller. He was a graduate of Western Wayne High School.
 
Also surviving are a son Billy, Carbondale; a daughter Faith, Scranton; a brother Robert, Lake Ariel; sisters Lisa Glosenger, Lake Ariel, and Terisa Davis, Hamlin; several nieces and nephews.
 
A Memorial service will be Saturday at 2:00pm in the Lakeville United Methodist Church Rt. 590 Lakeville.
 
Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory at the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Joyce E “Rusty” Dowse
May 28, 2010
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Joyce E “Rusty” Dowse, 64 of Hamlin died Friday at Community medical center, surrounded by her loving family. Her husband of 44 years is John R.”Jack” Dowse Sr. She was born Bethlehem  Pa .Daughter of the Late George and Ruth Bissey Miller.
She was a 1964 graduate of Blakley High School. Prior to retirement she had been employed at Eureka Security Printing taking an early retirement to be her mothers care giver.

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother (nana). Joyce was an excellent cook, and loved gardening and everyone complemented her on her beautiful flowers. Joyce had a great personality and a  loving heart. She was a good friend and would help anyone in need.

Also surviving: daughters Tammy Martin and husband Sam,  Lakeville, Heidi Schultz and husband Robert Peckville, son John R. Dowse Jr ,and wife Lisa of Lake Ariel. Four Grandchildren  Ryan Martin, Lakeville, Marissa Dowse, Lake Ariel, Hayley and Heather Schultz, Peckville a sister Carole Parkinson, Bethlehem. An aunt, nieces, nephews,and cousins.

Preceded in death by sisters  Shirley Mills and Judith Shaffer.
Cremation took place at Lake Region Crematory at  James Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. Rt 296, 143 Gracity Rd. Lake Ariel, Pa 18436

Memorial services and interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Pa Association for the Blind, 228 Adams Ave, Scranton Pa. 18503

Howard R. Mousley
May 25, 2010
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Howard R. Mousley, Sr., 81, of Lake Ariel died Tuesday at home after a long illness. His wife of 41 years is the former Lois Shaffer.

Born June 12, 1928 in Irvington, NJ, he was the son of the late Howard and Marion Perkins Mousley. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, he was retired from Salem Hardware Store, and he attended the Hamlin Assembly of God Church.

Also surviving are 4 children and their spouses Kelly Ann and Shawn Hambel, Waymart, Howard Jr. and Lisa Mousley, Jefferson Twp., Marion and Rusty Coutts, Paupack, Kevin and Dana Mousley, Greenville, NC; 11 grandchildren Whitney, Davey, and Shelby Fendelander, Austin Mousley, Ashley and Cristin Wormuth, Kurtis and Alexander Coutts, Hayleigh, Savannah, and Lexie Mousley; a sister Gail Ann Kinzinger, Honesdale; a brother Eugene (Skip) Mousley, Waymart; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a sister Eileen Schulz; a brother William Mousley.

A Memorial Service will be Thursday at 6:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Rev. William Rushik

Friends may call Thursday 4:30 to 6:00pm.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Wayne Memorial Hospital Hospice Care 601 Park St. Honesdale, PA 18431.

Robert Leschik
May 18, 2010
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Robert Leschik of Madison Twp. died Tuesday at Community Medical Center after an illness. His companion of 20 years is Kathy Merkel.
 
Born in Scranton, son of the late Peter and Olga Wallick Leschik, he had worked as a foreman at Big Bass Lake. He loved being a D.J. He was a Past Commander of the Sons of American Legion Post # 274, Gouldsboro.
 
Also surviving are daughters Julie Carpenter, FL, Anne Moreno and Tina Nagy, both of CT; grandchildren Nicholas, Brittney, and Rebecca; a great-grandson Christopher.
 
A Mass will be offered June 19th during the 5:30pm Mass in St. Rita’s Church, Gouldboro in Robert’s memory.
 
Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.
 
Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Dennis Tobin
May 20, 2010
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Dennis Tobin of Mt. Cobb died Thursday at Community Medical Center.

He was the son of Helen Mackle Tobin and the late Donald Tobin.

He was the veteran of the U.S. Navy.

Surviving are brothers Jonathan, Donald, Thomas, and Kevin; a sister Janice Hussie.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Helen P. Tysiak
May 16, 2010
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Helen P. Tysiak of Lake Ariel died Sunday at Brighten at Julia Ribaudo Senior Care Center after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Her husband of 60 years is George Tysiak.
 
Born in Shenandoah, PA, daughter of the late Albert and Anna Mazurkiewicz Antolik, she was a member of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Scranton. She was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School.
 
Also surviving are a son David and his wife Laurel, Lake Ariel; daughters Rose Shaffer and her husband Doug, Lake Ariel, Kathryn Christenson and her husband Leif, North Bend, WA, and Ann Marie Shelton, and her husband Marcus, Louisville, KY; 4 grandchildren Krystal, Megan, Audrey, and Dana.
 
She was preceded in death by brothers Ben, Albin, and Emil.
 
A Parastas Memorial Service will be held Thursday evening at 6:30pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Pastor Paul Wolensky.
 
Friends may call Thursday from 4:00-6:30pm.
 
Cremation will follow in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.
 
Interment will be Friday at 2:30pm in Holy Ghost Cemetery, Moscow.
 
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the National Parkinson Foundation P.O. Box 5018 Hagerstown, MD 21741.

Edward Melsky
April 22, 2010
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Edward Melsky of Newtown, PA died Thursday evening at Mercy Hospice after an illness.

Born in Newtown, PA, he was the son of the late John and Bertha Melsky.

Prior to retirement he had been employed by Colonial Cadillac.

Surviving are daughters Madelyn Egan and Mandy Gill, both of Lake Ariel; grandchildren Melissa, Melanie, Christopher, and Daniel; great-grandchildren Dustin, Megan, Ryan, Madison, and Matthew.

Services were private at the convenience of the family.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

JoAnn Gumble
April 25, 2010
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JoAnn Gumble,of  Paupack, died Sunday morning at home. Her husband of 7 years is William C. Gumble.
 
Born in Scranton, daughter of Kathryn Rosengrant Harris, Lake Ariel and the late Joseph Harris, she was a graduate of the Lake Consolidated School. She had worked as a Manager at Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort.  She was a member of the Cortez United Methodist Church, Cortez.
 
She loved taking trips with her husband Bill, the love of her life. She enjoyed traveling to national parks across the country and to Canada in her motor home. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved caring for her beloved dog, Lincoln. She always looked forward to the yearly trips to the shore with the girls. She loved working outside, doing yard work, and caring for her flowerbeds.
 
Surviving are a daughter Jackie Kizer and her husband Mark, Lake Ariel; two sons John Walsh and his wife Renee, Hamlin, and Jeremy Walsh and his fiancée JoAnna Salomon, Greentown; a stepson William Gumble, Philadelphia; three sisters Darlene Krukowski, Jefferson Twp, Judy Harris, Lake Ariel, and Kathy Park, Jefferson Twp.; 4 grandchildren Cody, Courtney, Sophia, and Gavin; several nieces and nephews.
She was Preceded in death by twin sons: James and Joseph Walsh
 
The Funeral service will be celebrated Thursday at 11:00am in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296, 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel, Pa 18436, with services by Rev. Arthur Yetter, Pastor, Cortez United Methodist Church. Friends may call Wednesday from 2:00-4:00pm and 7:00 -9:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home.


Interment, Pine Grove Cemetery, Paupack.


 In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Dr, Wilkes Barre, Pa 18702.

William E. Nicholls
April 15, 2010
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William E. Nicholls of Lake Ariel died Thursday morning at Brighten at Julia Ribaudo Senior Care Center after an illness. His companion of 30 years is Virginia Bowen.

Born in Elizabeth, NJ, son of the late William E. and Dorothy Kays Nicholls, he was a retired mail carrier and had worked as a circulator at Dow Jones. He was of the Episcopal Faith. He was a veteran of the US Army.

Bill loved athletics. He was a US Army Track & Field Team award winner. He completed 6 New York City Marathons, 2 Boston Marathons, and 1 Washington D.C. Marathon. He was a member of the Bowens Bulls and Bears Senior Softball Team in New Jersey.

Surviving are sons Douglas, TX, Wayne, GA; a step-son Michael Chodosh, CO; a daughter Cynthia Lynch, TX; step-daughters Katherine Bergmann, MA, Marilyn Kruegel, CO; grandchildren Connor, David, Daniel, Ryan, Christopher, Vanessa, Andrew, Sarah, Laura, and Evan.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family in the Newton Cemetery, Newton, NJ.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Stella Drosinski
April 16, 2010
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Stella Drosinski, Lake Ariel, died Friday in the Community Medical Center after an illness.  She was the widow of Chester Drosinski who died in 1990.
Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Anthony and Mary Dombrowski Gazoo.  She attended St. Thomas More Church.  Prior to retirement she had been employed in the garment industry.
She loved to bake for her family and friends.  She was an avid Jeff Gordon and Jimmy Johnson fan.  The family would like to thank of the staff of the B1 Unit of the Lackawanna Count Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center and the Community Medical Center.
Surviving are a son Paul and his wife Edna Drosinski of Lake Ariel; daughters Shirley Mazurick of Scranton, Rose Marie Strizalkouski and her husband Anthony of Lake Ariel, Silvia Slimak Kelly of Beverly Hills, Fl., Theresa Shane and her husband Dwayne of Maplewood, and Chrisandra Richardson and her husband Clark of Columbia, Md.; brothers Robert Gazoo of Scranton, Anthony Gazzo of Moscow and John Gazoo of Mt. Cobb; sister Anna Trapani of Scranton; thirteen grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren; seven great great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by a grandson Scott;  a sister Dorothy Mastrogiovanni; brothers Edward, Raymond, Joseph, and Thomas Gazoo.
Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd Lake Ariel.
A Blessing service will be Wednesday at 10am in the funeral home.
Interment, St. Catherine’s Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s favorite charity.

Irene G. Spera
April 7, 2010
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Irene G. Spera of Wallenpaupack Lake Estates died Wednesday at Wayne Memorial Hospital after an illness. Her husband of 60 years is Frank L. Spera.

      Born in Lynbrook, NY, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Ruth Johnson.  She was a member of the Ladies Club at Wallenpaupack Lake Estates.  She attended St. Mary's Church, Ledgedale.

     Also surviving are sons John, Holtsville, NY, and Richard M. and his wife Dawn, Medford, NY; grandchildren Michele Mayo; Jeffery Spera , Brian Spera, and Jennifer Spera; great-grandchildren Jake Spera and Erik Spera.

     A Blessing Service will be Saturday at Noon in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

     Friends may call Friday from 4:00-7:00pm

     Interment will be Monday in Queen of All Saints Cemetery, West Islip, NY.

Alfonce R. Babe Panullo, Jr.
April 3, 2010
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Alfonce R. Babe Panullo, Jr. of Waymart died Saturday at home after being stricken ill. His wife of 47 years is the former Lois W. Wildenstein.

Born in Throop, son of the late Fonce and Catherine Doherty Panullo, he was a retired dairy farmer and had employed by General Motors. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps.

He loved playing baseball in his earlier years with the Wayne County Softball League. He enjoyed bowling and golf and he had been an amauter boxer in the Marines. He loved wildlife.

Also surviving are a son Alfonce Tim and his wife Dawn, Lake Ariel; daughters Cheryl Orenick and her husband Steve, and Sarah Mata and her husband Martin, all of Waymart; an Aunt Josie Luklanchuk, Throop; a grandson Nick Mata; several cousins.

He was preceded in death a brother John.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday at 11:00am in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Friday from 9:30-11:00am.

Interment, Canaan Corners Cemetery, Waymart.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Waymart Fire and Ambulance Co. P.O. Box 186 Waymart, PA 18472.

Mertie Mae Galamb
March 30, 2010
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Mertie Mae Galamb, 62, of Lake Ariel, PA died on Tuesday March 30, 2010 at her home. Mertie was born in Perth Amboy, NJ and lived in Sewaren, NJ before moving to PA in 1999.

Mertie was a successful business owner of numerous hair salons, Picture Perfect Salons in the 1970s, owner and promoter of the Universal Wrestling Alliance and a production company in the 1980s and in the early 2000s she retired to Lake Ariel, PA.

Throughout their 45 years of marriage, Mertie and Dennis always made their love for one another and their children the priority of their lives. They enjoyed working together in many of their businesses and always made time for one another, especially for weekend getaways to Atlantic City, NJ.

Mertie was a faithful member of St. Anthony of Padua Church in Newfoundland. Throughout her life, she took great comfort and strength from her faith. She was known throughout her church community for her kindness and loving generosity to the family of parishioners at St. Anthony of Padua.

Mertie is survived by her husband of 45 years, Dennis Galamb, Lake Ariel; her 5 children, Geri Fasano, Woodbridge, NJ; Dennis Galamb, Jr., Carteret, NJ; Maggie Rosario, Sewaren, NJ; Joseph Galamb, Marlboro, NJ; and Michael Galamb, Sewaren, NJ; and her 11 grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Charles Post, Washington, NJ.

Private services for the Galamb family were held at the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel, PA. Saint Ritas, PO Box 537, Gouldsboro, PA 18427

Nora Culley
February 3, 2010
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Nora Culley of Lake Ariel died February 3rd in Maine.

Born June 1, 1927 in Queens, NY, daughter of the late Edward and Constantina Epiphania O’Connor, she was a business and real estate owner. She was the first female member of the Queens Village Chamber of Commerce.

Nora was a passionate, independent, and generous woman. She was a leader and inspiration to the women of her time. She lived her life as a devoted daughter, grandmother, artist, and photographer. Her most loved hobbies were sharing days at the beach with her family and traveling the world with her lifelong partner Bill Penny.

She is survived by her two loving sons Billy and Denis; 4 grandchildren Kimberly, Bill, Rachel, and Bradley whose educations and achievements give her great pride.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday April 3rd from 1:00-3:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.
Friends are invited to Trio’s Restaurant Rt. 590 Lake Ariel after the memorial service.

Memorial Contributions may be made in Nora’s memory to the Hartley House 413 West 46th St. New York, NY 10036, a settlement home forever dear to her heart.

Vincenzo DiNoto
March 7, 2010
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Vincenzo DiNoto of Lake Ariel died Sunday at home. His wife of 31 years is the former Antonia Cutrone.

Born in Palermo, Sicily son of Angela Vitale DiNoto, Palermo, Sicily and the late Guiseppe DiNoto, he worked as an Auto/Truck Mechanic and at Grassi and Sons Excavation, Mt. Cobb. He was a member of St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community.

Vincenzo was a simple man with a gift for fixing all things mechanical. Everyone who knew him was aware of his honesty and powerful work ethic. He was doing what he loved until the end. He was working on Saturday and died peacefully in his sleep that night.

Also surviving are sons Joseph, Baltimore, MD, and Vincent, at home; a daughter Anna, Washington; a brother Salvatore, Staten Island, NY; a sister Sylvia D-Anna, Oyster Bay, NY, Yanna, Maria, Roseta, and Emma, all of Italy.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

A celebration of life will held at a time to be announced in April in the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Northampton Community College Foundation Adult Literacy Endowment 3835 Green Pond Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18020.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

John C. Butterweck
February 28, 2010
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John C. Butterweck, Lake Ariel, died Sunday at Wayne Memorial Hospital after an illness. His wife of 62 years is the former Joan Huebner.

Born in Queens, NY, son of the late John F. and Wilhemina Mack Butterweck, he was a member of the Canaan Bible Chapel. He had worked at AAA as a travel and insurance consultant and also was a driving instructor in the New York City Area. He was a veteran of World War II serving in Guam in the U.S. Army Air Corps.

Also Surviving are a son Mark and his wife Judy, Fayetteville, AR; a daughter Gail Flaherty and her husband Douglas, Bardonia, NY; grandchildren Courtney, Bryan, Sean, Katie, and Kelly.

The Funeral will be Thursday at 11:00am in the Canaan Bible Chapel 30 Hemlock Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Rev. Matt Wolfe.

Friends may call Thursday from 10:00 to 11:00am at the Church.

Cremation will follow the service in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Canaan Christian Academy or Canaan Bible Chapel 30 Hemlock Rd. Lake Ariel, PA 18436.

Robert L. Quy
February 24, 2010
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Robert L. Quy, Waymart, died February 24th at Community Medical Center.

Born in Honesdale he was the son of the late Harvey and Irma Drake Quy.He loved fishing and the outdoors and was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Surviving are brothers Richard and William; a sister Cathy Beringer.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Theresa Pitcavage Myers
February 19, 2010
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Theresa Pitcavage Myers, 62, of Hamlin, went home to the Lord on Friday morning at Mercy Hospice Care following a lengthy illness.
Born April 27, 1947, in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Mary Pitcavage.

Theresa graduated from Scranton Central High School, and received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Marywood College.  She continued on her educational pursuit and earned a Master’s Degree from Wilkes University.  She began her teaching career at Salem Township Elementary School and continued teaching within the Western Wayne School District.  Theresa had a passion for learning and shaping the lives of the many children that were entrusted with her guidance through their early formative years.  After 35 years as a dedicated teacher, Theresa retired in December 2007 to devote her time to her family and friends.
Theresa enjoyed working in her yard, daily walks on her country road, and spending time with friends at Curves Fitness Center.  She was involved in many church and community activities.  Most of all, Theresa loved to be surrounded by family and friends.
Theresa is survived by her husband, Rich; and children, Scott, Maplewood; Paul, Pittsburgh; and Gail, Columbia, South Carolina.
           
Also surviving are brother and sister-in-law, Stanley and Rose Pitcavage, Connecticut; sister and brother-in-law, Delores and Jack Biddix, South Carolina; sister and brother-in-law, Geraldine and Jim Smith, Erie; and brother, Robert Pitcavage, Hamlin; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.   She was preceded in death by her niece Lori Anne Biddix.

Friends may callTuesday from 4 - 8PM at the James Wilson Funeral Home, 143 Gravity Rd, Lake Ariel.

Anyone planning to attend the funeral is asked to go directly to the church.Mass of christian burial will be Wednesday at 10A.M. in St. Thomas More Church, 105 Gravity Rd, Lake Ariel.   Internment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. 

In leiu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Thomas More Church, P.O. Box 188, Lake Ariel, Pa 18436; Mercy Hospice, 746 Jefferson Ave. Scranton, Pa 18510; Western Wayne Scholarship Fund, 1970 Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA 18436.

Roger W. Cronkite
February 15, 2010
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Roger Cronkite, 72, of Maplewood, died Monday at Moses Taylor Hospital after an illness. He is survived by his wife Donna.

Prior to retirement, he worked as an electrical contractor for more than 30 years.

Surviving are children: Robbin, Michael, Brian, D. Scott, Catherine, and Wes. A brother Larry, 16 grandchildren and 7 great- grandchildren.

Arrangements by James Wilson Funeral Home, Rt 296 Lake Ariel, Pa 18436.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 21 at 2:00pm in the Elmdale Bible Church, Rt 348, Mt. Cobb, Pa

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the donors favorite charity.

Marian I. Ritter
February 1, 2010
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Marian I. Ritter of Jefferson Twp. died Monday morning at Mercy Hospice after an illness. Her husband of 59 years is John R. Ritter.

Born in Jefferson Twp. she was the daughter of the late Norton and Zelda Swingle Beavers.

Surviving are sons John and his wife Nancy and Dennis and his wife Sandy, all of Jefferson Twp.; brothers Roger, Raymond, and Charles, all of Maplewood and Lewis, Taylor; a sister Dolores Sanders, S. Canaan; grandchildren Sue, Dennis, April, and Kelly; great-grandchildren Ashley, Zachary, and Hunter.

She was preceded in death by a great-grandson Austin.

Cremation took place at the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Emma Batzel
January 28, 2010
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Emma Batzel of Lake Ariel died Thursday morning at the Jewish Home of Eastern Pennsylvania after an illness. Her husband was the late Clarence E. Batzel.

Born in Mt. Cobb, daughter of the late Louis C. and Lena Wittenbrader Kotchessa, she was of the Lutheran faith. She had been employed by the Burroughs Co. which later became Unisys and by the Elliott Poultry Farm.

Surviving are a son Robert and his wife Beth, Hawley; a daughter Nancy Cherniawski, Virginia; brothers Ernest, Middletown, NY, Robert, Reading, PA; a sister Clare Smith, Ohio; 5 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by sisters Marie Snyder and Lena Harnick; brothers Henry and Louis; a son-in-law Eugene Cherniawski.

Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project 370 7th Ave. 3rd Floor Room 320 New York, NY 10001.

Memorial Services will be held in the Spring in the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Mabel M. Black
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January 26, 2010

Mabel M. Black of Lake Ariel died Tuesday morning at Brighten at Julia Ribaudo Senior Center after an illness. Her husband of 64 years is Wallace Black.

Born in Cortez, daughter of the late Ira and Cora Bartlow Edwards, she was a graduate of Jefferson Twp. High School and was a member of the Cortez United Methodist Church.

Also surviving are sons Raymond and his wife Gale, Ron and his wife Lewanna, Randy and his wife Debbie, and Robert and his wife Ann, all of Lake Ariel; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by brothers Willard and Merritt Edwards.

The Funeral will be Friday at 11:00am in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel with services by Rev. Art Yetter.

Friends may call Thursday from 5:00-8:00pm.

Interment, Maplewood Evangelical Cemetery, Maplewood.

Sandra Ann “Sandy” Aleckna-Neely
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January 11, 2010

Sandra Ann “Sandy” Aleckna-Neely, 51, of Winchester, Tn., formerly of Sterling, died January 11 at home following an illness.  Her husband is Marcus Neely.

Born in Sterling, she is the daughter of Mary Stepper Aleckna and the late Bronie Aleckna.  She was a 1977 graduate of Western Wayne High School before moving to Summerfield, Fl., and then settling in Winchester, Tn.

Sandy loved spending time gardening and her greatest joy was her grandchildren.  She was a loving daughter, sister, mother and wife.  She was also a devoted and loving foster mother for many years.  She touched many lives and will never be forgotten. 

Surviving are three daughters Angie, Stacy, and Valerie all of Florida; a son Brian McLain of Maine; grandsons Kelvin and Joey; eight brothers John, Frank, Joe, Mike, Tony all of Lake Ariel, Pat of Moosic, Bill of Canadensis and Steve of Greentown;  sisters Theresa Mata of Carbondale, Mary Ann Stone of Hamlin and Josephine Candy of Newfoundland; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by an infant son Robbie McLain and  abrother James Aleckna.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday at 10am in St. Thomas More Church, Lake Ariel.

Cecilia “Cissy” Pesarcik
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January 12, 2010

Cecilia “Cissy” Pesarcik, Hamlin, died Tuesday at the Mercy Hospital after an illness.  Her husband of 70years was the late Michael “Mickey” Pesarcik who died in 2007.

Born in Throop, she was the daughter of the late Matthew, Sr and Elizabeth Kniej Andracki.  She was a member of St Thomas More/ St Mary’s Church Parish Community.  She had been employed helping her brother run Hank’s Tasty Freeze and Drive-In Restaurant in Hamlin.

Surviving are nephews Larry Andracki of Lake Ariel and Matthew Andracki of Georgia; nieces Patricia Perkins of Lake Ariel and Cecilia Pierre of Georgia.

Preceded in death by brothers Henry, Matthew, Joseph and Leo.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:30am in St. Mary’s Church, St. Mary’s Church Rd., Ledgedale.

Friends may call Friday from 9:30 until time of Mass at the church.

Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ledgedale.

Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Carol A. Siepiela
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January 10, 2010

Carol A. Siepiela, Lake Ariel, died Sunday morning at home after being stricken ill. Her husband was the late Robert R. Siepiela who passed away in 2003.
 
Born in Carbondale, daughter of Genevieve Booths Borowski, S. Canaan and the late John E. Borowski, she was a graduate of the Lake Consolidated School and attended Marywood University. She had worked as a Pharmacy Technician, a seamstress, a waitress at the former White Beauty Inn, and as a Census worker.
 
She loved to travel.
 
Surviving are daughters Colleen Carmody and her husband William, Waymart and Christine Carey and her husband Eugene, Hamlin; brothers Paul Borowski, S. Canaan, John Borowski, Wilkes-Barre, Dr. Gregory Borowski, Clarks Summit; a sister Natalie Palkovic, Lake Ariel; grandchildren Michaella, Madeline, Robert, Abigail, Rebecca, and Rachel; several nieces and nephews.
 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 9:30am in St. Thomas More Church 105 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.
 
Friends may call Wednesday from 4:00-7:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.
 
Interment, St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Moscow.
 
Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Thomas More Church P.O. Box 188 Lake Ariel, PA 18436.

James W. Miller, Jr.
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January 8, 2010

James W. Miller, Jr., Lake Ariel, died Friday at Mercy Hospital after an illness. His wife is the former Sandra Enge.

Born in Connecticut, he was the son of Jacqueline Miller-Vogel of Lake Ariel and the late James W Miller, Sr. He was a graduate of Darien High School. He was of the Catholic faith. He was a former police officer with the Darien Police Force serving with their special unit. He served as past chief of the Darien Volunteer Fire Company, was a member of the Norton Heights Volunteer Fire Company and served on its Board of Directors, and also served on the Board of Directors and was a training officer for the Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company.

He was an avid chili cook, winning the 1st annual Massachesets tabasco cook off.

Surviving are a brother Scott and his wife Teresa of Florida; a sister Sheryl Kayser and her husband Alan of Lake Ariel; a step father George Vogel of Lake Ariel; nieces and a nephew.

Blessing service will be held Thursday at 6pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.

Friends may call Thursday from 4-6pm in the funeral home.

Cremation in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.

Michael W. "Bill" Palkovic, Sr.
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January 6, 2010

Michael W. "Bill" Palkovic, Sr., Lake Ariel, died Wednesday evening at Mercy Hospital after an illness. His wife of 42 years is the former Natalie Borowski.
 
Born in Albany, NY, son of the late Matthew G. and Catherine M. Daley Palkovic, he was a graduate of Newburgh Free Academy. He was a member of St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community and had worked at Endicott-Johnson as a district manager for 25 years and as a salesman for Tom Hesser Chevrolet BMW, Scranton. He was a veteran of the United States Army.
 
Also surviving are a son John and his wife Lauri, S. Canaan, and Michael, Jr. and his wife Karyn, Larksville; a daughter Nicole Cush and her husband Jim N. Babylon, NY; a brother Matthew, Newburgh, NY; sisters Gloria Nistal, Newburgh, NY and Elizabeth Alvarado, CA; grandchildren Dan, Michael III, Nicholas, Jordan, Cassandra, Matthew, Jackson, Owen, Carmen, J. Cush,
 
He was preceded in death by sisters Kay Connell and Dolores Kramer.
 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 9:30am in St. Thomas More Church 105 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.
 
Friends may call Sunday from 2:00-5:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel.
 
Cremation will follow the Mass in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.
 
Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy Hospice 746 Jefferson Ave. Scranton, PA 18510.

Robert A. MacDowell
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January 5, 2010
 
 
Robert A. MacDowell, Lake Ariel, died Tuesday at Community Medical Center after an illness. His wife of 13 years is the former Kathleen Baker.
 
Born in Queens, NY, son of Rosemarie Gagel MacDowell, Woodside, NY and the late Robert J. MacDowell, he was a member of St. Thomas More/St. Mary’s Parish Community. Prior to retirement he had worked at AT&T.
 
Also surviving are a son Robert, NY; daughters Christina Marie MacDowell, Carbondale, Sgt. Melissa Jane MacDowell, USMC, Camp Pendleton, CA, Colleen Elizabeth MacDowell, Lake Ariel; brothers Richard and Kenneth and a sister Nancy Falcinelli all of NY; father and mother-in-law Peter and Eleanor Baker, Lake Ariel; grandchildren Dylan, Eleanor, Charlotte, and Robert G.; an uncle Walton Gagle, FL; several nieces and nephews.
 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 11:00am in St. Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Church Rd. Ledgedale.
 
Friends may call Friday from 5:00-8:00pm in the James Wilson Funeral Home Rt. 296 143 Gravity Rd. Lake Ariel and Saturday morning from 10:00-11:00am in the Church.
 
Cremation will follow in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.
 
Memorial Contributions may be made to Boxer Rescue 118 Hillcrest Dr. Dickson City, PA 18447.

Walter "Russ" Gould
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January 1, 2010
 
Walter "Russ" Gould, 92, Lake Ariel, died Friday morning at Mercy Hospice after an illness. His wife is the former Betty Jane Buchanan.
 
Born in Taylortown, NJ, son of the late Walter Ashley and Kittie H. Bott Gould, he was a graduate of Boonton High School. He had worked at Aircraft Radio & Cessna Aircraft Co in Northern NJ for 29 years and Pyrotronics in Cedar Knolls, NJ for 11 years until retirement. He enjoyed golf, the Pittsburgh Steelers, picking blueberries and going to the Scranton Farmers Market. He was a member of the Hideout Golf Committee and ECC.
 
Also surviving are a daughter Janet Gibian and her husband Clifford, Media, PA; grandchildren Todd Gibian, Media, PA, Ryan Gibian and his wife Debbie, Springfield, PA, Megan Moore and her husband Jim, Media, PA; great-grandchildren Alex, Scott, Lizzy, Georgia, Morgan, Grace, and Aiden; a step-son Kere Baker and his wife Kathy; a step-daughter Kathy Neifert and her husband Bill.
 
He was preceded in death by his first wife Kathryn Kennedy Gould who passed away in 1967; two brothers and two sisters.
 
At the request of the deceased there will be no viewing or memorial service.
 
Cremation took place in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel.
 
Memorial Contributions may be made to Life Skills Support Classes at Cole Manor Elementary School (Checks to LSS Classes-Cole Manor Elementary) 2350 Springview Rd. Norristown, PA 19401-1956.
 
Arrangements by the James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.