Scotchlas Funeral Home Obituaries Obituary News Deaths Deceased Simpson Carbondale PA

Mary T. Burnis
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Mary T. Burnis November 18, 2008 Mary Theresa Burnis, 88, of Simpson died Tuesday at the Forest City Nursing Home. She was the widow of Joseph M. Burnis, who died in July. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late George & Anna Repescak Gornick. She was a 1939 graduate of Fell High School, Simpson. She was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson; Fell Township Golden Age Club and enjoyed puzzles, baking and listening to music of the 40â€™s & 50â€™s. She is survived by a son: Jim Burnis and his wife Kyle, Golden Canyon, AZ; a daughter Irene and her husband Jim Pisarcik, Conyngham; two grandchildren: Debbie and David, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Joseph, John and Frank. A private funeral Mass will be held in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson by the Rev. Joseph S Sitko, Pastor. Interment in St. Anthonyâ€™s Cemetery, Forest City. There will be no viewing. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Southern Care Hospice 851 Commerce Blvd., Dickson City. Arrangements by Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson, Pa

Mary Debish
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Mary Debish November 14, 2008 Mary Debish, 95, of Carbondale died Friday night at home. She was the widow of Edward Debish, who died in 1987. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Michael & Anna Kaczmerik Harkenreader. She was a graduate of the Hoyt School of Practical Nursing and through her life also worked in the Carbondale Area garment industry and Mike Molinaroâ€™s grocery store on the Carbondale viaduct. She was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Parish and a member of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild, Simpson. Mary was always concerned about others and would welcome them into her home for a meal. She enjoyed helping in the pierogie project for the church block parties. The family would like to thank the nurses from Hospice of the Sacred Heart for their kind and compassionate care. She is survived by four children and their spouses: Edward Debish, Cedar Park, TX; Paul and Maryanne Debish, Forest City; Marion and John Castner, Endicott, NY; Joan and Paul Davis, her caregivers, Carbondale; 10 grandchildren: Judy Castner and John Castner, Jr; Darrell and wife Sara Debish, Doreen and husband Bart Tracy, Danielle and husband Josh Lovelace, Patricia and husband Scott Pomykala, Edward and wife Ellen Davis, Joan and husband David Borosky, Paul and wife Tiffiany Debish II, Erin and husband Jay Lynady, 14 great grandchildren: Bianca Bloom; Tyler and Sierra Debish; Brian, Austin Collier and Michael Tracy; Hunter and Maelynn Lovelace; Jared Pomykala; Samantha & Sarah Davis; Julianna & Jakob Borosky; Paul Debish III; two sisters: Anna Loeh, Scranton; Helen Tkocz, Bristol, Pa; nieces and nephews including Rev. Peter Herhenreader, her god-son. She was preceded in death by seven brothers: Frank, Joseph, Peter, Stanley, Stephen, Charles and Paul. The funeral will be Tuesday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10 AM in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St. Simpson. Friends attending Mass are asked to proceed directly to church. Interment in St. Michaelâ€™s Cemetery, Simpson. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 Pm Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Michaelâ€™s Church. For directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Walter J. Wagner
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Walter J. Wagner November 12, 2008 Walter J. Wagner, 67, of Browndale and formerly of Carbondale died Wednesday at Mercy Hospital Hospice Unit. Born in South Canaan, son of the late Carol Wagner he was a graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale. He was retired from Hanson Aggregate Co., Lake Ariel. He was a very generous to his family and friends and will be remembered for his smile. The family would like to thank the staff of the Forest City Nursing Home, Mercy Hospital and Mercy Hospice for their care. He is survived by a brother: Robert Wagner, Simpson; a sister: Gertrude Reiser, Cochecton, NY and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Saturday with services at 9:30 AM in the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. 621 Main St., Simpson by Pastor Keith Benjamin of the Carbondale First United Methodist Church. Interment in Canaan Corners Cemetery, Waymart. Friends may call Friday 6 to 8 Pm. For directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

William F. Kresock
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William F. Kresock November 8, 2008 William F. Kresock, 82, of Simpson died Saturday at home. He and his wife, the former Christine M. Marcavage had been married for 56 years. Born in Carbondale, son of the late William & Anna Palko Kresock, Sr. He was a graduate of St. Rose High School, Carbondale and served in the Navy during WWII. He retired from General Electric Co. after 25 years of service as a Quality Control Inspector. He was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Parish and the Holy Name Society. A member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Walter Paciga Post #4712, all of Simpson. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and enjoyed gardening and cooking. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather who will be missed. The family would like to thank Home Health Care Professionals for their compassionate services. He is also survived by three sons: Alan W. and his wife Linda, Johnson City, NY; Christopher P. and his wife Jennifer, South Abington Twp.; Matthew E., Wexford, Pa; Three daughters: Karen A and her husband John Carachilo; Barbara Marsicano; all of Vandling and Amy T. and her husband Eric Baird, Pocono Pines, Pa; a brother: Daniel and his wife Mary Kresock, Simpson; a sister Anna and her husband Anthony Gardus, Whites Crossing; 8 grandchildren: Scott Carachilo, Kelly Egnotovich, Peter, Michelle and Shawn Kresock and James A., Jason and Nicole Marsicano; 4 great grandchildren: Anthony and Angelo Carachilo, Amanda Gillespie and Taylor Salsman; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother: Dr. Joseph Kresock and a sister: Monica Arthur. The funeral will be Wednesday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10:00 Am in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St, Simpson to be celebrated by the rev. Joseph S. Sitko. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Simpson with Military services. Friends may call Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9pm. For directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Anna Savage
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Anna Savage November 2, 2008 Anna Savage of Greenfield Township died Sunday. She was the widow of the late William J. Savage. She is survived by a daughter: Elizabeth McCafferty, a granddaughter: Gena McCafferty, A sister: Margaret Fetchkosky, three sisters in law: Betty & Fay Mikulak and Emma McMahon, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter: Helen Savage. The funeral will be Saturday with a Requiem service at 12:30 Pm in St. Basilâ€™s Russian Orthodox Church, 33 Midland St., Simpson by the Very Rev. Archpriest David Hritcko. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery, Dickson City. Friends may call at the church Saturday from 11:30 until the time of service. Arrangements by the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. 621 Main Simpson

Anna Rose Munley
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Anna Rose Munley October 14, 2008 Anna Rose Munley, 88, of Carbondale died Tuesday peacefully after a lengthy illness. She was the widow of Clair Michael Munley her husband for 67 years. Born in Carbondale, she was the daughter of the late Joseph & Anna Mangan Moffitt. She was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church, Carbondale and was very devout in her catholic faith. Anna was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be missed deeply by her entire family. She is survived by two sons: Wayne and his wife Norita; Kevin and his wife Patricia; A daughter: Karen and Leonard Dragwa; two brothers: Charles and Edward Moffitt; eight grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son: Joseph and two brothers: Joseph & Michael. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday at 9:00 Am in St. Rose of Lima Church, 6 N. Church St., Carbondale by the Rev. William Campbell. Interment in Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Per her request their will be no public viewing. Funeral arrangements by the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc. 62 N. Main St. Carbondale.

Mary Ann Farley
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Mary Ann Farley October 11, 2008 Mary Ann Farley, 71, of Elk Lake (Waymart) and Richmondale died Saturday at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. She was the wife of Joseph Farley, Sr; the couple had been married for 53 years. Born in Carbondale and raised in Forest City, she was the daughter of the late Walter & Mary Nebzydoski Lavendowski. She was a graduate of Forest City High School, class of 1955 and the Lackawanna County Area Vocational Technical School Practical Nursing Program. She had been employed as a Practical Nurse and a teacherâ€™s aid for the Northeast Intermediate Unit working with autistic children. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church; Queen Mother of Small Town Red Hatters Chapter of Red Hat Ladies; Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians; YMCA Excerise Ladies Group; all of Carbondale. She enjoyed reading and was a regular at the Carbondale Public Library. Mary Ann loved sharing holidays with her family, especially Christmas where she would decorate three Christmas Trees. She will be remembered for her famous pies, mainly apple and was always decorating her home for the seasons. She is also survived by four children and their spouses: Joseph & Bonnie Farley, Moosic Lakes; Colleen & Craig Fries, Wrighter Lake; Charles & Maria Farley, Fogelsville; Mary & Larry Mell; Mt. Cobb; eight grandchildren: Joseph, Jordan, Ryan, Corey and Jaime Farley; Michael & Thomas Farley-Golecki and Wyatt Mell; a sister: Andrea Lavendowski; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother: Raymond. The funeral will be Tuesday from the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc. 62 N. Main St. Carbondale with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Rose of Lima Church, 6 N. Church Carbondale to be celebrated by the Rev. William Campbell, Senior Priest. Entombment in Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Friends may call Monday 5 to 8 Pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Carbondale Public Library of the Carbondale YMCA Building Fund. For Directions visit: www.shiflerfuneralhome.com

Joyce E Rouilliard
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Joyce Rouilliard September 30, 2008 Joyce E. Rouilliard, 64, of Archbald died Tuesday morning in the Asera Care Hospice Unit at Mid Valley Hospital after an illness. Born in New York city, daughter of the late Leonard and Marion Doras Rouilliard. She was educated in the Forest City School District. Prior to retirement, she worked in the advertising business. She was a member of St. Maryâ€™s Church, Jessup. Joyce had many artistic abilities and enjoyed spending time on-line playing games and chatting with friends. She was a loving and caring person who will be missed by many. The family would like to thank the staff of Asera Care Hospice and Dr. Rajah Mulloth & staff for their kindness and compassion and the special care given to Joyce. Surviving are her two daughters: Nicole and her husband Jason Binning, Lake Worth, Florida; Kym Shuey and her companion John McDougle, Minneapolis, MN; a brother: Gerard Rouilliard and his wife Marie, Eynon; a sister: Geraldine Johnson, Archbald; 6 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; aunts, nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a son: Thomas and a brother: Ronald. The funeral will be Friday from the Kevin M. Lesjack Funeral Home, 512 Main St. Forest City with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Josephâ€™s Church, Hudson St, Forest City to be celebrated by the Rev. David Delzell. Interment in St. Anthonyâ€™s Cemetery, Forest City. Friends may call Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Visit: www.lesjackfuneralhome.com

Dorothy L. Fletcher
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Dorothy L. Fletcher September 25, 2008 Dorothy L. Fletcher, 86, of Forest City died Thursday afternoon at the home of her daughter Linda, surrounded by her family. She was the widow of Walter H. Fletcher who died August 17, 1985. Born September 28, 1921 in Carbondale, daughter of the late A. Harry & Esther Ehrhardt Pellett. She was a 1939graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale and Scranton Lackawanna College. She retired from Weston Instruments, Archbald. She resided in Waymart for 34 years before moving to Forest City in 1985. She was a member of the Clifford United Methodist Church and a 55 year member and Past Matron of Laurel chapter Order of Eastern Star, Waymart. She was a former member of the Mt. View Senior Citizens, Clifford; Senior Citizen Center, Lenoxville and also Tri- County Seniors, Forest City where she enjoyed playing cards and bingo. She also enjoyed visiting the residents at the Forest City Nursing and Personal Care Homes. She was a charter member of the WWII Memorial Society and an avid sports fan of the Phillies, Eagles and 76erâ€™s. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and soon to be great-grandmother. She loved her family very much and on Thursday she went to be with her true love Walter, whom she missed dearly. She truly loved the Lord and never missed a day without reading her bible and saying her daily prayers. She will be deeply missed by all, especially by her beloved children and grandchildren to whom she dedicated her life. We love you Mom and you will always be with us. She is survived by two daughters, Diane Perkin, Beach Lake; and Linda and her husband John Demianovich, Forest City; two granddaughters: Kira and her husband Mark Holeva and Tara Demianovich both of Forest City. A sister Marjorie and her husband Elston Mannick, Waymart, a niece, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by a brother Willard. The funeral will be Monday from the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc. 62 N. Main St. Carbondale with services at 11 Am by the Rev. Susan Wenner, pastor of the Calvary United Methodist Church, Waymart. Interment in Canaan Corners Cemetery, Waymart. Friends may call Sunday 4 to 8 PM. Laurel Chapter O.E.S. will conduct a service at 7 PM. For directions visit: www.shiflerfuneralhome,com

Mary Premock Lyons
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Mary Premock Lyons September 23, 2008 Mary Premock Lyons, 87, of Carbondale died Tuesday at the Carbondale Nursing Home. She was the widow of George Lyons, who died in 1985. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Harry & Martha Rushnock Premock. She was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson. Prior to her retirement she was employed in several Carbondale Area Dress Factories. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the ladies auxiliary of Marian Community Hospital, both of Carbondale. She was an avid quilter and enjoyed cooking. She was a kind and generous person to her family and friends. Anna & Helen would like to thank the staff of the Carbondale Nursing Home, Dr. Bekele, and the Social Service Department for their kindness not only to Mary but to both of us. Our special thanks to Michele Cawley and the aids of Southern Care Hospice who treated Mary with so much love and respect. She is survived by two of her sisters who were her dedicated caregivers for the last 71/2 years: Anna Premock, Carbondale; Helen Telep, Johnson City, NY; two additional sisters: Stella Holowatch, Endicott, NY; Chris Davey, Owego, NY; two brothers: Peter Premock. Apalachin, NY and Steven Premock, Carbondale; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers: Walter & Metro. The funeral will be Friday with Services at 11:00 AM in the Carbondale First United Methodist Church, 10 N. Church St., Carbondale by Pastor Keith Benjamin. Interment in Willow View Cemetery, Clifford. Friends may call Friday at the church from 10 AM until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or Southern Care Hospice. Arrangements by the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson

Walter A Zelosko
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Walter A. Zelosko September 23, 2008 Walter A. Zelosko, 91, of Simpson died Tuesday at Community Medical Center, Scranton. He was the first born of George & Kathryn Banach Zelosko, on June 5, 1917 in Simpson. He attended Fell School and graduated from the vo-tech program under the G.I. service training act. He served during WWII in 29th division, Company A, 115th Infantry as a Rifleman & Message Runner at Omaha Beach, Normandy and D-Day. He received the Purple Heart, European-African- Middle Eastern Service medal with three bronze stars, one bronze arrowhead. He also received the American Defense Medal, Distinguished Unit Badge and the Good Conduct Medal. Upon returning from the service he was employed at State Asphalt, Simpson and worked in construction trades in New York. He served for 34 years as sexton and custodian of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson. He was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, the Holy Name Society, Veterans of Foreign Wars Walter Paciga Post #4712 and a charter member of the former Simpson Lionâ€™s Club; all of Simpson. Leo-Cerra Chapter #98, Disabled American Veterans, Carbondale; Silver Spring Maryland Post #94, 29th Division Association, Inc. The family would like to thank the following for their loving care and compassion offered to Walter while in their care: Dr. Gregory Salko; the physicians and staff of Whites Crossing Medical Center; the Emergency Department and staff of Marian Community Hospital, The Laurels, Peckville; Mercy Hospital, Scranton; Mid Valley Hospital and Rehabilitation Center; Community Medical Center ( Emergency Department & Intensive Care Unit) CVS Pharmacy; Home Health Nursing; Oncology & Hematology of Northeastern Pennsylvania; Dr. Carl Barsigian & Staff. The strength and blessings offered by Rev. Hilary Malinowski, Rev. Joseph Sitko and to the many who prayed for Walter through his illness-Thank you. He is survived by a sister: Loretta Borosky, Simpson, a niece and three nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers: Thomas, Stanley and Edward and a sister: Stasia and a brother in law: Bernard Borosky. The funeral will be Saturday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St. Simpson with Mass at 10 AMin St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St., Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko. Interment with military honors in St. Michaelâ€™s Cemetery, Simpson. Friends may call Friday 6 to 8 Pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Michaelâ€™s Church; Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4712 or Carbondale D.A.V. Chapter # 98. For directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Rose Mushala
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Rose Mushala September 17, 2008 Rose Mushala, 85, of Simpson died Wednesday at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. She was the widow of Stephen Mushala, who died in 1993. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Samuel & Amelia Wanko Kitik. She was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson. She and her husband had operated Steveâ€™s Gulf Station at Lake Wallenpaupack for many years prior to his death. She was a member of St. Basilâ€™s Russian Orthodox Church, Simpson. She is survived by a sister: Mary Kitik, Simpson and nieces and nephews. Rose was preceded in death by two brothers: Samuel Jr. and Nicholas. The funeral will be Saturday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with a Requiem Service at 9:30 AM in St Basilâ€™s Russian Orthodox Church, 33 Midland St., Simpson by the V. Rev. Archpriest David Hritcko. Interment in St. Tikhonâ€™s Cemetery, South Canaan. Friends may call Friday 4 to 7 Pm. Parastas at 6:00 Pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Basilâ€™s Church.

Paul Bebla
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PAUL BEBLA SEPTEMBER 12, 2008 Paul Bebla, 75, of Vandling, and formerly of Simpson, died Friday, at Osprey Ridge Healthcare Center, Carbondale, after a courageous battle with diabetes and heart disease. His wife of 21 years is the former Jean LaVerne Curtis, Richmondale. Born July 4, 1933, in Simpson, son of the late Michael and Mary Egnotovich Bebla, he was a graduate of Fell High School, Class of 1951. He earned a B.S. degree from the University of Scranton in1956 and a M.S. degree in 1960. He completed graduate credits at Penn State University and Temple University. He began his educational career in 1956 at the Walkill Central School in Walkill, NY as a secondary mathematics teacher. In 1957 he moved to the Preston Township School District at Lakewood, PA. In 1959 he became principal of that school and taught 3 classes per day as well as attending to his administrative duties. In 1966 he accepted the position of elementary supervisor at the Forest City Regional School District and in 1968 became assistant superintendent. In 1972 he joined the staff of the Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit where he served as Director of Nonpublic School Services until 1974 when he was appointed assistant executive director. In 1986 he became executive director and served in that capacity until his retirement in 1990. He is a member of the University of Scranton Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa. His whole life he was an avid New York Yankees fan. He was a member of the Simpson Booster Club, which sponsored Little League and Sunday Amateur Baseball. He was a past president of the Booster Club and Mountain Baseball League. He is a member of the Grattan Singer Hose Company, Simpson and a lifetime member of the Forest City Lions Club. He also served as secretary of the Simpson Chamber of Commerce for many years. Surviving are his sister, Dorothy Ann Bebla, Simpson, and 2 aunts. Also 3 stepsons: Richard, Leonard and Ronald Curtis, Forest City, several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren. Paul was a lifelong member of SS. Peter and Paul Greek Catholic Church, Simpson, and served as president and secretary for many years of St. Georgeâ€™s Choral Group and the Holy Name Society. Funeral will be Tuesday from the Joseph W. Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. 621 Main Street, Simpson, with Divine Liturgy at 10 am in SS Peter & Paul Greek Creek Catholic Church, 15 Rittenhouse St, Simpson by the Rev. Edward Levandusky. Interment St. John's Cemetery, Richmondale. Friends may call Monday 4 â€“ 7PM.

John Kolcun
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John Kolcun September 10, 2008 John Kolcun, 86, of Simpson died Wednesday at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. His wife, the former Victoria A. Jackovitz died in 2003. Born in Simpson, he was the son of the late Michael & Mary Shebes Kolcun. He was educated in Fell Township Schools and was a member of the Civil Conservation Corp. He served in the Army during WW II. Where he attended the Nuremberg War Trials in 1946. He had worked for many years with his brother Michael at Uneeda Glass Co., Carbondale. He was a member of St. Basilâ€™s Russian Orthodox Church, Simpson and the D.A.V. Chapter # 98, Carbondale. In his earlier years he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening especially his flowers and his cats at home. The family would like to thank Wayne Woodlands Manor, Carbondale Nursing Home and Dr. Tarmrat Bekele for their care. He is survived by a son John and His wife Cathy, Scranton; two daughters: Lorraine Kolcun, Hawley and Cheryl and her husband Paul Wallis, Simpson; a brother Joseph Kolcun, Endwell, NY; five grandchildren: Richele Kolcun, John Kolcun, Mary Kay Mallory & Megqan Bauman; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Nicholas and Michael and three sisters: Mary & Anna Kolcun and Mary Wright. The funeral will be Saturday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with a Requiem Service at 9:30 AM in St. Basilâ€™s Russian Orthodox Church, 33 Midland St., Simpson by the Very Rev. Archpriest David Hritcko. Interment with Military Honors in St. Basilâ€™s Cemetery, Simpson. Friends may call Friday 5 to 8 Pm, A Litia Service for the dead will be offered at 6:30 Pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Lackawanna County. For Directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Lois J. Carter
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Lois Jeantte Carter August 24, 2008 Lois J. Carter, 76, of Newton Lake; Carbondale RD died Sunday at the Lackawanna County Healthcare Center. She was preceded in death by two husbands: Edward Francis Tell & Richard Carter. Born in Carbondale, she was the daughter of the late Myrell J. & Gladys Hadsell. She was a graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale. She was a homemaker. She returned to the area about thirty years ago from Maryland. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 1028 & American Legion Post, both of Aberdeen, MD; a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Greenfield Twp Volunteer Fire Co. and a social member of the Moxie Club, Carbondale. In her later years she enjoyed watching game shows. She is survived by a daughter: Deborah Tell and her companion Bill Chambers, Aberdeen, MD; two nephews: Norman & Derwood Hadsell. She was preceded in death by a brother: Duane Hadsell. A gravesite service will be held Friday at 3 PM in the Willow View Cemetery, Clifford by the Rev. Donald Schaible, Rector of the Trinity Episcopal Church, Carbondale. Arrangements by the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc. 62 N. Main St., Carbondale

Francis G. Lesniewski
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Francis G. Lesniewski August 20, 2008 Francis G. Lesniewski, 68, of Cottrell Lake, Susquehanna County died Wednesday at home. His wife of twenty-five years is the former, Loretta Cortese. His first wife, Florence McHale Lesniewski died in 1982. Born in Simpson, he was the son of the late Chester & Stella Lesofsky Lesniewski. He was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson and attended Penn State University graduating from the University of Scranton. He served in the Army and was stationed in England and was also a member of Pennsylvania Army National Guard. He had been employed as a supervisor for the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare Offices in Scranton and Carbondale. He was a member of the Roman Catholic Community of Forest City, a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Paciga Post #4712, Simpson and the American Legion Post, Carbondale. He was a former president of the Cottrell Lake Association and the Carbondale Area Touchdown Club. He was an avid reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles. Frank was a collector of many different types of tools, gadget and clocks. When family and friends needed any type of tool they called him. He was a loving and cherished husband, dad and grandfather who will be missed. He is survived by three sons: Francis Xavier Lesniewski and his wife Suzanne, Carbondale; Mark Lesniewski, Newport News, VA; Attorney James Tierney and his wife Susan, Greenfield Twp.; three daughters: Catherine and her husband William Fedak, Browndale; Kelly and her husband Patrick Munley, Olyphant; Ellen Brennan, Mayfield; two sisters: Helen and her husband Joseph Rydzik, Simpson; Elizabeth and her husband Benjamin Zollman, Colonial Beach, Va; 14 grandchildren: David, Luke, Jacob, Noah, Colin, Angela, Byran, Jimmy, Max, Brynn, Cameron, Devan, Morgan, Reese and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister: Marian Ross. The funeral will be Saturday with Mass at 11:00 AM in St. Josephâ€™s Church, Hudson St., Forest City to be celebrated by the Rev. Patrick Albert, Pastor. Visitation will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Susquehanna County Library System, 2 Monument Square, Montrose, Pa 18801. Arrangements by Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. 621 Main St., Simpson.

Frances A. Dobishinsky
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Frances A. Dobishinsky August 17, 2008 Frances A. Dobishinsky, 86, of Mayfield died Sunday at the home of her daughter, Rose Ann. She is the widow of Frank Dobishinsky, who died in 1961. Born in Forest City, she was the daughter of the late John & Anna Lawerence Komantowskas. She had retired from the Miller Casket Co., Jermyn. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Mayfield. She is survived by two daughters: Rose Ann and her husband Patrick Cassaro, Whites Crossing; Carol Lee Dobishinsky, Mayfield and a daughter in law: Donna Dobishinsky, Roaring Brook Twp.; two sisters: Veronica Komantowskas, Forest City; Marion Stanavige, Hartford, CT; seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son: Gerald, a grandson: Patrick and four brothers and sisters. The funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 9:30 AM in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 420 Hudson St., Mayfield. Entombment in Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. There will be no viewing. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. 621 Main St., Simpson

Mary Curtis
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August 15, 2008 Mary Curtis, 80, of Carbondale died Friday at the Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. She was the widow of Robert C. â€œDuckyâ€ Curtis. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late John & Gertrude Marina Wingreen. She was educated in Fell Township and had been employed by Gentex Optical prior to retirement. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Carbondale and the South Hi-Rise Association Committee. She is survived by a son Jack Curtis and his wife Nicole, Peckville; three daughters: Barbara Curtis, Martinsburg, W. VA.; Darlene Schack, Carbondale; Carol Goold, Union Beach, NJ; a sister Helen Butch, Allentown; 8 grandchildren: Brian & Gregory Schack, Cody Goold, Renea Georgio, Randy Novobilski, Jimmy Tearney, Teckla Miller & Zack Munton; seven great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother: John Wingreen and a sister: Ann Wingreen. A private graveside service will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by the Oliver R. Shifler Funeral Home, Inc. 62 N. Main St., Carbondale.

Louise Gosh
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Louise Gosh August 15, 2008 Louise Gosh, 72, of Forest City RD; died Friday night at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. She is the wife of Henry J. Gosh, the couple had been married for 52 years. Born in Carbondale and raised in Pleasant Mount she was the daughter of the late Theodore & Eva Yourskouske Tellep. She attended school at Pleasant Mount and was a devoted homemaker. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Russian Orthodox Church, Dundaff. Louise enjoyed to cook and gardening, especially flowers. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be missed. She is also survived by a son: Michael Gosh and his wife Karen, Mayfield; a daughter Annette and her husband Russell Bunker, Martinsburg, W. VA; a sister: Martha Dorosh, Pleasant Mt.; two grandchildren: Nichole & Brittany Gosh and two step-grandchildren: Jessica & Nicholas Bunker. The funeral will be Wednesday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St. Simpson with a Requiem Service at 10:00 AM in St. John the Baptist Russian Orthodox Church, Dundaff by the V. Rev. Dennis Swencki. Interment in Pleasant View Cemetery, Pleasant Mt. Friends may call Tuesday from 7 to 9 Pm. Parastas at 7:30 PM For direction visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Joseph J. Pecko
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Joseph J. Pecko Aug. 8, 2008 Joseph J. Pecko, 64, of Forest City died Friday at Mercy Hospital Hospice Unit, Scranton. Born in Carbondale; he was the son of the late Joseph G. & Elizabeth Salley Pecko. He was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson and was an Army veteran. He had been employed for many years as a welder. He is survived by three sons: David, Vandling; Christopher, Browndale; Matthew, Dickson City; and a daughter: Charlene Collins, Forest City; a sister: Delores Gillott, Carbondale; five grandchildren: Nicholas, Katherine & Justin Pecko; Amanda & Kiersten Collins, aunt, uncle and two nephews. There will be a Blessing Service Monday at 8:00 PM, in the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko. A viistation will be held 6 to 8 PM. For Directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Joseph M. Burnis
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Joseph M. Burnis July 19, 2008 Joseph M. Burnis, 92, of Simpson died Saturday at Marian Communiyt Hospital, Carbondale. His wife is the former Mary Gornick. The couple had been married for 58 years. Born in Forest City, he was the late Mr. & Mrs. Martin Burnis. He was an army veteran of WWII, where he was wounded in the Philippines and received the Purple Heart. Prior to his retirement he was employed by Ames Manufacturing, Forest City. He was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Parish, Simpson; the Fell Township Golden Age Club and the Disabled American Veterans. He was an avid gardener and accomplished handyman. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and was well respected by many. He is survived by a son: Jim and his wife Kyle Burnis, Gold Canyon, AZ; a daughter: Irene and her husband Jim Pisarcik, Sugar Loaf; two grandchildren: Debbie and David, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by four brothers: Walter, Anthony, John and Stanley and a sister Alice. A private funeral Mass will be held in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko. Interment with Military honors in St. Anthonyâ€™s Cemetery, Forest City. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Asercare Hospice, Clarks Summit. There will be no viewing. Arrangements by the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson

Virginia C. Browder
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Virginia C. Browder July 15, 2008 Virginia C. Browder, 66, formerly of Camden, NJ died Tuesday at the Carbondale Nursing Home. Born in Camden, she was the daughter of the late Edward & Carolyn Counselor Browder. She was a graduate of Collingswood NJ High School. She was employed for many years as the Executive Secretary to the Vice President of Campbell Soup Co. Virginia was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed reading especially medical books. She is survived by a brother: Karl Browder, Lake Ariel; a nephew and three nieces and their families: Karl Browder, Scranton and his children: Steven Michael Conway, Angel & Karl L. Browder; Sarah and her husband William Smith, Clifford and their children: Alan & Alyssa Smith; Sandra Browder, Olyphant and her daughter Aaliyah Browder; and Susan Browder, West Reading; a maternal aunt Bernice Ashmore, Collingswood, NJ. A private gravesite service will be held at the Harleigh Cemetery, Camden following cremation. Arrangements by the Oliver R. Shifler Funeral Home, Inc. 62 N. Main St., Carbondale Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc 62 North Main Street, Carbondale, PA 18407 570-282-3090

Vera Jablonowski
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Vera Jablonowski July 8, 2008 Vera Jablonowski, 79, of Simpson died Tuesday at home. She was the widow of Edward W. Jablonowski, who died in 1995. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Stephen & Kathryn Kusio Revak. She was a 1947 graduate of Fell High School, Simpson. In her youth, she was a member of S.S. Peter & Paul Church, Simpson and was currently a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson. She was also a member of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild, Fell Township Golden Age Club, Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4712 and the Fell Renaissance Committee all of Simpson. Vera was a Eucharistic Minister at Mercy Hospital and St. Michaelâ€™s Church, a member of the Carbondale Business & Professional Womenâ€™s Club, a member of the Divine Mercy Prayer Group, Jessup and was a past president of the former Fell/ Carbondale Area P.T.A. She enjoyed baking, traveling and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She is survived by two daughters: Patricia A. Galko, Clarks Summit; Mary T. and her husband David Williams, Glen Rock; four sons and their wives: Robert E. and Mary, Clarks Summit; Thomas L. and Valerie, Oldsmar, FL; Edward P. and Loretta, Carbondale; Gerard F. and Michele, Simpson; a sister: Helen Bauer, Erie; a brother Myron Revak and his wife Grace, Williamsport; 18 grandchildren, a great grandson, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers: John, Walter, Basil and Monsignor Raymond Revak, a sister: Anna Butkowski. The funeral will be Friday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10 AM in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St., Simpson by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko, Pastor. Entombment in Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Friends may call Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 Pm. Golden Age Club will meet at 2:30 Pm. For Directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Diane M. Boguski
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Diane M. Boguski July 7, 2008 Diane M. Boguski, 55, of Simpson died Monday at Mercy Hospital Hospice Unit after a courageous battle with cancer. She and her husband, Michael J. Boguski had celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary on December 7th. She was the daughter of the late Edward & Mary Graytock Borosky. She was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson and Empire Beauty School, Carbondale. She had been a homemaker and was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed. She is also survived by a son: David Boguski and his fiancÃ©e Lisa Vergari, Simpson; A daughter: Lori and her husband Christopher Perry, Dothan, AL; two brothers: Edward â€œJimâ€ and John Borosky both of Simpson; a sister: Mary Sweder, Belleville, NJ; two grandchildren: Cory & Kailee Perry; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers: Anthony and Michael. The funeral will be Thursday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10 Am in St. Michaelâ€™s church, 46 Midland St, Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S Sitko, Pastor. Entombment in Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Friends may call Wednesday 5 to 8 Pm For Directions visit: www.scotchalsfuneralhome.com

Alice Sopchak
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Alice Sopchak June 29, 2008 Alice Sopchak, 90, of Scranton died Sunday at the Jewish Home of Eastern Pennsylvania. She was the widow of Alex Sopchak. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Paul & Sophie Zukowski Losiewicz. She was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson. She was a homemaker and also operated Aliceâ€™s Hair Salon in the GreenRidge section of Scranton. She had been an active member and former officer of the Scranton Womenâ€™s Club. She is survived by a son: Richard M. Sopchak, Scranton; a daughter Ellen and her husband James Shipp, Louisville, KY; 5 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild , nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother: Louis Losevich, and two sisters: Blanche Ogozaly & Lucy Wilcha. The funeral will be Wednesday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10 Am in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St., Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko, Pastor. Interment in Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Friends may call Tuesday 7 to 9 PM. For Directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Berty B. Langol
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Berty B. Langol, 75, of Simpson died Wednesday at Mercy Hospital Hospice, Scranton. She was the wife of Michael Langol. The couple had celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary in November. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Victor & Rose Dumback Malinowski. She was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson and was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild and St. Michaelâ€™s Choir, Simpson. She was the financial secretary of Group #351 Polish Womenâ€™s Alliance of America. She was a loving and generous wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. Also surviving are two daughters: Deborah and her husband Robert Gursky, Philadelphia; Eleanor â€œMaggieâ€ Biondo, Carbondale Township; a sister: Joan Hanchak, Simpson; Four grandchildren: Jeffrey, Bethany, Justin and David and his wife Sharon Biondo and a great granddaughter: Isabelle; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers: Chester, Albin, John, Joseph Malinowski; four sisters: Helen Hawrylo, Eleanor Sarnoski, Lillian Malinowski and Regina Thornton. The funeral will be Saturday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10:30 Am in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St, Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S Sitko ,pastor. Interment in St. Michaelâ€™s Cemetery. Friends may call Friday 4 to 8 Pm Directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Duane N Hadsell
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Duane Niles Hadsell June 22, 2008 Duane Niles Hadsell, 80, formerly of Greenfield Township died Sunday evening at the Mt. View Care Center, Scranton. Born in Carbondale, he was the son of the late Myrell J.. & Gladys Merritt Hadsell. He attended Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale and was an army sergeant during the Korean War. He was an elevator inspector for the General Services Administration in Washington, D.C. He was the inspector at the White House from 1969 until 1978. Duane was the fourth person to pass the National Elevators Inspectors Examination and was the elevator foreman at the National Security Agency, Ft. Mead, MD. He was a member of the Board of National Elevator authority, Phoenix, AZ and was a Member of the National Elevator Code Executive Committee. He was a member of the Lenox Post # 8488 , VFW and the Great Bend American Legion Post # 315; and the D.A.V. Commanders Club. He is survived by two sons: Norman M. Hadsell, White Plains, MD and Derwood Hadsell, Spring Grove, PA; a sister Lois Carter, Greenfield Twp.; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Saturday at 11AM in the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc 62 North Main St., Carbondale by the Rev. Anthony Schwartz, Pastor of the Forest City United Methodist Church. Interment with military honors in Willow View Cemetery, Clifford. Friends may call Friday 2-4/7-9 Pm. For directions visit:www.shiflerfuneralhome.com

Craig J Wilson
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Craig J. Wilson, 56, of Peckville and formerly of Carbondale died Thursday at home. Born in Carbondale, he was the son of the late Earl & Helen Neals Wilson. He was a 1970 graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale and Keystone College. He operated a printing business in Carbondale for several years. He is survived by a daughter: Heather, North Carolina; a sister: Gloria Wilson, Waymart. Private interment services will be held at Willow View Cemetery, Clifford. Arrangements by the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc 62 North Main St., Carbondale. visit: www.shiflerfuneralhome.com

Jennie F. DeSalvo
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Jennie F. DeSalvo, 94, of Waymart died Thursday at the Osprey Ridge Healthcare Center, Carbondale. She was the widow of Joseph DeSalvo,who died in 2006. Born in Dover Plains, NY; she was the daughter of the late James & Caroline Biancki Tricca. She attended public schools in Amenia,NY; she was a homemaker. She is survived by a daughter Jacqueline and her husband Robert Giannella, Waymart; a grandson: Robert Jr, LaPlata, MD. Private funeral services will be held from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson, PA

Kathryn Ruddy
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Kathryn "Kay" Ruddy, 87, of Simpson died Thursday at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Michael & Anna Fendrock Ruddy. She attended Fell Township Schools. She had been the proprietor of the Elk Lake Tavern and later was employed by Farview State Hospital, Waymart. She was raised in Holy Trinity Church, and a member of St. Michael's Church, Simpson. She and Michael Zavacky were the founding members of the Fell Township Golden Age Club. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary Veterans of Foreign Wars Paciga Post #4712,Simpson. Kay was a giving person and enjoyed her trips to Atlantic City, playing cards and the senior citizens meetings. She was a loving sister and aunt who will be sadly missed by her family and all who knew her. She is surviving by two sisters: Barbara Rogowski and Mary Ann and her husband Michael Melnick,all of Simpson; nieces and nephews. she was preceded in death by three brothers: Joseph "Pat", John "Doc" and Paul "Peanuts" Ruddy. The funeral will be Monday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St, Simpson with Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Michael's Church, 46 Midland St, Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko, Pastor. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 5 to 8 Pm, the Golden Age Club will meet at 5:30 Pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Carbondale YMCA Building Fund, 88 N. Main St, Carbondale. for directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Frederick M. Willis
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Frederick M. willis, 94, of Mayfield and formerly of Carbondale died Wednesday at the home of his daughter in Justus. His wife of 59 years,the former Beatrice Mittan, preceded in death. Born March 25, 1914 in Mountain Top, he was the son of the late Frederick H. and Ellen Johnson willis. He attended Carbondale Schools. He was a member of the Peckville Assembly of God Church where he sang in the choir. He was the last surviving Trolley Car Driver from the Scranton Transit System. He retired from C.O.L.T.S. Bus System in 1972. He then went on to drive bus for Lakeland School District. He also worked for Ames, Kmart and last at Wal-Mart, Dickson City for 13 years until he officially retired at the age of 92 1/2. He was a loving and devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather,brother and friend, who displayed his integrity, charity, spirituality, generosity and love to all who were blessed to know him. After his great love for God, he was an avid fan of baseball and boxing. His true passion was for music, he was actively involved over the years in the Welsh Choir. He enjoyed entertaining with his beautiful tenor voice. He always shared words of encouragement and was quick with his smile and infectious laughter. Fred passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He wil be missed by his family, friends and church community. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses of Interim Healthcare and Southern Care Hospice and to their family and friends for their many expressions of love, kindness and strength. He was blessed by four surviving children: Frederick L. and his wife Betty Ann Willis, Hinesville, GA; John A. Willis,Carbondale and his companion Lorraine Smith; Joan Kishbaugh, Mayfield and Betty Jean and her husband Bart Buranich, Justus; nine grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter: Doris Falzone, a grandson: Kevin Buranich; two brothers: William and Robert Willis and a sister: Martha Spangenburg. The funeral will be Monday at 11:00 Am in the Peckville Assembly of God Church, 545 Keystone Ave, with services by the Rev. Terry Drost. Interment in Sand Bank Cemetery, Greenfield Township. Freinds may call Sunday 2-5 Pm at the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc 62 North Main St., Carbondale and Monday 10 AM until service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Peckville Assembly of God Church. For directions visit: www.shiflerfuneralhome.com

Vincent J. Jurkowski
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Vincent J. Jurkowski, 84, Whites Crossing, Carbondale Twp. died Sunday at Wayne Woodlands Manor, Waymart. His wife of 58 years is Lottie Anton. Born in Bound Brook, NJ; he was the son of the late Michael & Johanna Karpovich Jurkowski. He was a graduate of Bound Brook High School and attended Alliance College, Cambridge Spring, PA. He was a Navy Veteran of WWII & Korea. He had been a police officer in Bound Brook and a volunteer of the River Road Fire Co., Piscataway,NJ. He moved to Carbondale in 1968, he and his wife operated the Coral Reef Restaraunt, Whites Crossing and the Carbondale Fish Co. until the time of his disability. He was a member of St. Michael's Church, Simpson and the Holy Name Society. A life member of the Paciga VFW Post #4712, Simpson; he was a past president of the Carbondale Lion's Club and was treasurer for 25 years of Area P Special Olympics. He was a past member of Whites Crossing Fire Co. He enjoyed deep sea fishing with friends. He is also survived by two sons and their wives: Stanley & Virginia Jurkowski, Carbondale; Michael and Annette, Honesdale; a daughter Catherine Yoder, Susquehanna; twin grandsons Carl & Timothy, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother: Bernard and a sister: Eleanor Jarema. The funeral will be Thursday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St, Simposn with Mass at 10:30 AM in St. Michael's Church, 46 Midland St, simpson to celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S Sitko. Interment with military honors by VFW post #4712 at Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Friends may call Wednesday 2-4/7-9 Pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Area P Special Olympics, PO Box 188, Carbondale 18407 or boy Scout Troop #1 Honesdale, C/O 24 Blue Moon Lane, Honesdale 18431

Russell Wowk
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Russell Wowk, 90, of Simpson died Saturday at Mercy Hospital, Scranton. His wife is the former Olga Zrowka. Born in Wilkes-barre, he was the son of the late Nicholas & Anastasia Ptychin Wowk. He was a graduate of Nanticoke High School , class of 1936. He was an army veteran of WWII, serving in the Battle of the bulge. He was an interpreter for the American Forces. He was employed as the manager of the Carbondale Big Chief and Giant Markets. He was also a music teacher at Fell High School, Simpson. He was a member of SS Peter & Paul Greek Catholic Church, Simpson where he was a very dedicated member. Russell served for 65 years as cantor and choir director. He taught religious instruction and Russian. He was the founder and chief fundraiser for the St. George Choral Club; he directed Ukrainian Dance Club. He also directed the combined choirs of Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, Olyphant and Simpson when they preformed for Bishop Klonowski. He was a member of the Holy Name Society and served on the church committee. Throughout the years he was active in boy Scout Troop # 12, Simpson where he served various committee positions. the family would like to thank the staff og the gino Merli Veterans Center for their professional care and support. He is survived by two sons and their wives: Gary & Janette Wowk, Carbondale;Richard & Marianne Wowk, Clarks Green; four grandsons: Rich, Corey, Geoffrey & Nicholas; a great granddaughter Madisson, nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Wednesday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Divine Liturgy at 11:00 AM in SS Peter & Paul G.C. Church, 15 Rittenhouse St., Simpson by the Rev. Edward Levandusky. Interment with military honors in the parish cemetery. Firends may call Tuesday 4 - 7 PM

Cecelia "Cecil" Zurine
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Cecelia "Cecil" Zurine, of Simpson died Wednesday morning at home. She was the wife of Andrew L. Zurine. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late John & Cecelia Stefanides Fendrock. She was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson and had been employed in the local garment industry. She was a member of St. Michael's Parish, Simpson, the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild, the Fell Township Golden Age Seniors. She is also survived by three brothers: John, Ridgewood, NJ; Augustine, Gainesville, VA; William, Carbondale; a sister Margaret Lambert, New York City, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister: Rose Sarnoski. The funeral will be Friday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St, Simpson with Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Michael's Church, 46 Midland St, Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Simpson. Friends may call Thursday (today) 7 -9 Pm. The golden Age Seniors will meet at 7:30 Pm Visit www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com for directions.

Regina Thornton
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Regina Thornton, 90 of Simpson died Tuesday night at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. She was the widow of Joseph "Chick" Thornton, who died in 1983. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Victor & Rose Dumback Malinowski. She attended Fell High School, Simpson and was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Michael's Parish, Simpson; the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild; Fell Township Golden Age Club. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother who will be missed. She was known for for cooking and baking talents, her family was the main focal point of her life. She is survived by two sons and their wives: Robert and Marge Thornton, Simpson and Joseph & Marilyn Thornton, Richmondale; two sisters: Berty and her husband Michael Langol and Joan Hanchak both of Simpson, seven grandchildren: James and his wife Jennifer Thornton, Laura and her husband Tim Norella, Lisa and her husband Joseph Trichilo, Leslie and her husband Charles Mazza, Dr. Joseph and his wife Melisa Thornton, Jason and Justin Thornton; five great grandchildren: James & Katie Thornton, Angelo & Julia Norella and Brandon Trichilo, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers: Chester, Albin, John and Joseph Malinowski, three sisters: Helen Hawrylo, Eleanor Sarnoski and Lillian Malinowski. The funeral will be Saturday from the Joseph W. Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10:30 AM in St. Michael's Church, 46 Midland St, Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery, Simpson. Friends may call Friday 4 to 8 Pm. For directions visit:www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Stanley J. Madges
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Stanley J. Madges, 94, of Simpson died Monday afternoon at the Forest City Nursing Center. Born in Simpson; he was the son of the late Valentine & Josephine Pakufka Madges. He attended Fell High School, Simpson. He was employed throughout his life by Kloths Silk Mill, Simpson; Holley Carburetors, Detroit, MI; and Fab-Weld Corp., Simpson. He was a member of St. Michael's Church, Simpson. Stanley was an avid fisherman. The family would like to thank Dr. Frank Moro, Dr Phillip Horn and the staff of the Forest City Nursing Center for their care and kindness extended to Stanley. He is survived by his sister: Ann Werwinski, Simpson; two nephews: Michael Madges, Dayton, OH and William Madges, Ph. D., Havertown,PA; great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister: Mary and three brothers: William, Frank and Michael. The funeral will be Friday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St, Simpson with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Michael's Church 46 Midland St, Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S Sitko, Pastor. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday 4 to 7 PM. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers to St. Michael's Church or the Forest City Nursing Center, 915 Delaware St, Forest City 18421. For Directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

Stephen Zavacky
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Stephen Zavacky April 22, 2008 Stephen "Kibbers" Zavacky, 86, of Simpson died Tuesday afternoon at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. His wife, the former Delores Herbert died in 2003. born in Simpson,he was the son of the late Stephen & Eva Lasichak Zavacky. He attended Fell High School, Simpson. He served in the Army during WW II in both Africa & Europe. Over the years he operated the Simpson Smoke Shop; was a Fell Township Constable, was employed by Gentex Corp, Simpson and retired from Farview State Hospital, Waymart. He was a member of St. Basil's Russian Orthodox Church, where he was active in the committees; a member of the Walter Paciga VFW Post #4712, Simpson; Grattan-Singer Hose Co. #1, Simpson; the Eureka Royal Arch Lodge Masonic Order # 179, Carbondale and a former member of Mark's Golf League. Kibbers enjoyed playing cards, shooting pool, golfing and trips to Atlantic City. He took pride in his nieces and nephews. He is survived by a three sisters in law: Rosalie and her husband Donald Fives, Betty Zrowka, Anna Budwell; nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a sister: Mary Holowach. The funeral will be Monday from the Joseph W. Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with a Requiem service at 1:00 PM in St. Basil's Russian Orthodox Church, 33 Midland St, Simpson by the Very Rev. Archpriest David Hritcko. Entombment in St. Tikhon's Mausoleum, South Canaan with military services. Friends may call Sunday 5 to 8 Pm. Parastas at 8 Pm. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Basil's Church. Visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com for directions.

Bernard J. Willis, M.D.
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Bernard J. Willis, M.D. April 18, 2008 Bernard J. â€œBudâ€ Willis, of Whites Crossing died April 18, 2008 at Mercy Hospice after a courageous battle with Alzheimerâ€™s Disease. He was the beloved husband of Ellen Kiefer Willis. Bernard was a true gentleman with an enormous heart full of strength, wisdom and the utmost compassion for those dearest in his life. His gentle manner and calming presence were just two of the many reasons he was such a joy to be around. He will be sadly missed by his family, friends and all who were blessed to have him in their lives but he will never be forgotten. Bernard was born in 1922, in Chinchilla; son of the late William R. & Claire Mc Greevy Willis who died shortly after his birth. Bud was raised by his father, whom he loved dearly and his step-grandmother Winfred Ruane Willis and her sister Ann â€œNannyâ€ Carden. He graduated from St. Paulâ€™s School in Green Ridge & was a choirboy at St. Paulâ€™s Church. After graduating from the University of Scranton he attended Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University, Chicago. Dr. Willis and his fellow students enlisted in the Army as Privates First Class and were commissioned upon graduation. After an internship at Scranton State General Hospital he became a Captain and Flight Surgeon with the 8th Air Force, 27th Station Medical Group. Dr. Willis practiced general medicine in Scranton, Psychiatry at Farview State Hospital, Waymart as Clinical Director and Tri County Human Services. He retired after 50 years of practice. For his tireless work during the 1972 Agnes Flood, Dr. Willis received the Commonwealth of Pennsylvaniaâ€™s Meritorious Service Medal. He was a volunteer for Area P Special Olympics, the American Red Cross; past president of the Pennsylvania State Physicians Association; was a member of the Lackawanna Medical Society; the American Psychiatric Association, the American Legion and was a Building Authority Member with the construction of the Western Wayne School and member of St. Rose of Lima Church, Carbondale. He and his wife Ellen traveled all over the world. They were pilots and loved to fly their Stinson Voyager. The family would like to thank Dr. Neal Davis and his staff for their years of caring for Dr. Willis with dignity and respect; the Forest City Nursing Center; The Gino Merli Veterans Center; the Mercy Hospital Sixth Floor Staff and Mercy Hospice for the kind and professional care he received. Surviving are his children from his first marriage to Margaret Tillman Willis: Margaret Tusko, Portland, OR; Carolyn and her husband Jack Zechman, Herndon, VA; Susan Willis, Wilmington, NC; Christopher Willis and his wife Jennifer, Cincinnati, OH; Ellen and her husband John Mote, Wilmington, NC; a stepson Edward J. Enslin and his wife Laura, Donney,CA; a former daughter in law Rose Striefsky and her husband Michael, Jermyn. He was a wonderful grandfather whose 15 grandchildren gave him much joy and great devotion, they are: Christine Zechman Brown and husband Kieth; Emily Zechman and friend Peter McCarthy; Aaron & David Tusko; Evan & Katelyn Mote; Eric & Daniel Willis; Anessa, Ashley, Lauren and Kiefer Enslin; Sarah, Michael and Mark Striefsky. A half brother: William Willis, half sister: Molley Toner; nephew: Rickie Willis and his wife Patty and a niece Suzanne Willis. He was preceded in death by his brother Richard Willis and sister in law Dottie Willis. The funeral will be Tuesday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. 621 Main St., Simpson with mass at 9 AM in St. Rose of Lima Church, 6 North Church St., Carbondale by the Rev. William Campbell, Senior Priest. Interment in Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton with Military Honors. Friends may call Monday 2 -4 and 7-9 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose of Lima Church or the Carbondale Y.M.C.A. 86 North Main St., Carbondale or the Alzheimerâ€™s Association. Directions visit: www.scotchlasfuneralhome.com

James M. Duffy
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James M. Duffy April 14, 2008 James M. Duffy, 61, of Clifford died Monday at the Carbondale Nursing Home. Born in Carbondale, he was the son of the Malvis Parke Duffy, Clifford and the late Joseph Duffy. Jim served in the Air Force and was employed until his illness in the food service industry. He was Vice-Commander of the Albert H. Crane American Legion Post # 221, Carbondale. He is also survived by a son Shane C. and his wife Becky Duffy, Nederland, TX; Two brothers: Joseph A. Duffy, Bowie, MD and John G. Duffy, Elkridge, MD; a sister Mava and her husband Richard Rupp, Greenfield Twp., two grandchildren: Jacob & Sabrina, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Private interment will be held at Rounds Cemetery, Uniondale at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Traditional Home Health & Hospice, 113 W. Drinker St., Dunmore, PA 18512. Arrangements by Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson.

Ronald J. Washeleski
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Ronald J. Washeleski, 59, of Simpson died Sunday morning at home. Born in Carbondale, he was the son of the late Edmund C. & Rita M. JezercakWasheleski. He attended Fell High School, Simpson. He received training as a heavy equipment operator in the Army and served during the Viet Nam Era before his disability. He had been a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson and enjoyed operatinghis C.B. radio. He was a member of Hallstead Veterans of Foreign Wars Post # 357. He is survived by a brother: Edmund J. Washeleski, Simpson; a sister Amelia and her husband Richard Daniels, Simpson; three nephews: Gary & Richard Daniels Jr; John Washeleski and a niece Darlene Daniels. The funeral will be Wednesday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St Simpson, to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph Sitko, Pastor. Interment with military services by V.F.W. Post 4712, Simpson in the parish cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday 5 to 8 Pm.

Louis J. Scombordi
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Louis J. Scombordi, 66, of Carbondale died Monday at home. His wife is the former, Peggy Slugg. His first wife, the former Jeannie Nolan died in 1997. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Patsy & Genevieve Tiscia Scombordi. He was a graduate of West Scranton High School and had been employed by the U.S. Postal service for 37 years. He was the Superintendent of Postal Operations in Carbondale and later the postmaster in Archbald. He was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Carbondale where he was a former Senior Warden. He attended Deaconate training in the Episcopal Church for the Diocese of Bethlehem. He was also a Youth Minister and Camp Director for the Bethlehem Diocese. He was the founder of the Carbondale Food Pantry located at the Trinity Church and was the cook for many area church benefits. He was also a former member of the Carbondale Kiwanis Club. He was an early member of the Citizens for a Better Carbondale. He enjoyed cooking for groups and his family and was a Santa helper in the area. He was a great Dad and fun loving grandfather. Also surviving are Katie Lee Scombordi, at home; Doctors Brandy and her husband Rajeev Raghu; Amy Lee Sterling; a step daughter: Shannon and her husband Ryan Flynn; Louis and his wife Patty Scombordi; Michael and his wife Bette Scombordi; Stepson Sean and his wife Kim Hogan, Stepsons: Jim and Ryan Hogan; a brother John and his wife Sherry Scombordi; and daughters Lynn and Diane; ten grandchildren; nieces and nephews. The Funeral Liturgy will be Friday with services at 10 AM in the Trinity Episcopal Church, River St. Carbondale by the Rev. Don Schaible, Rector. Those attending service are asked to proceed directly to church. Interment in Canaan Corners Cemetery, Waymart. Friends may call Thursday 2-4 /7-9 Pm at the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc 62 N. Main St., Carbondale.

Norma E. Parry
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Norma E. Parry, 68, a resident of the Carbondale Nursing Home died Monday evening at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. Born in Carbondale, she was the daughter of the late Norman W. and Doris Elizabeth Phillips Parry. She graduated Benjamin Franklin high School and had been employed by the Carbondale garment industry. She later had been employed by Mack Printing Co., E. Stroudsburg for 20 years. She was a beloved aunt who will be missed. Surviving are several nieces and nephews including Pamela Grecco, her caregiver and Charles Stair, a brother in law. She was preceded in death by six brothers: Glenn, Edmund, Ronald, William, David and James and three sisters: Gwenith A. Parry, Doris E. Stair and Bonnie Griffin. The funeral will be Friday at 10 AM in the Oliver R. Shifler Funeral Home, Inc 62 N. Main St, Carbondale. Interment in Valley View Memorial Park, Montdale. Friends may call Thursday 6 to 9 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Carbondale Public Library, 3 N. Main St., Carbondale.

Rita V. Macheska
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Rita V. Macheska, 83, of Simpson died Thursday morning at Community Hospice Care, Dumore. She was the wife of Peter Macheska, the couple had been married for 57 years. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Barney & Helen Hodorovich Washeleski. She was a graduate of Fell High School, Simpson and the Scranton State Hospital School of Nursing. She had been employed as a registered nurse for forty years retiring from Hoffmann-LaRoche Pharmaceuticals, Nutley, New Jersey. She was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson; the Confraternity of Christian Women and Guild; Golden Age Senior Citizens and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4712, Simpson. Also surviving is a son Peter Joseph Macheska and his wife Susan, Pine Brook, NJ; two grandchildren: Lindsay & Ryan; A sister: Victoria and her husband Anthony Martell, Madison, NJ; a niece Debbie Martell. The funeral will be Tuesday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St, Simpson with Mass at 9:30AM in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St, Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko, Pastor. Interment in the parish cemetery. Friends may call Monday 6-9 PM In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the T.J. Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and A.I.D.S. Research, 6 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019.

Yolanda V. Kulikowski
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Yolanda V. Kulikowski, 76, of Carbondale died Wednesday at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. Her husband is Joseph S. Kulikowski. The couple had celebrated their 50 th wedding anniversary in August. Born in Carbondale, she was the daughter of the late John & Serafina Tricoce Santanna. She was a graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School and a homemaker. She was a member of the Roman Catholic Community of Forest City. Yolanda loved to spend time with her family and was noted for her telephone conversations. Additionally surviving is a daughter Anita and her husband Gary McDonough, Carbondale; two grandchildren: Gary Jr and Angelica, a great granddaughter: Cameronâ€Cupcakeâ€; who was her pride and joy, nieces and nephews. A Blessing Service with be Saturday at 10:30 AM in St. Joseph W. Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson. Interment in St. Anthonyâ€™s Cemetery, Forest City. A private family visitation will be held prior to the service.

Thomas W. Billy Bowell, Sr.
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Thomas W. â€œ Billyâ€ Bowell, Sr; 74 of Wimberley, Texas and formerly of Carbondale died March 11th in San Marcos, Texas. His wife is the former Linda Dimas. Born on November 4, 1933 and raised in Carbondale, he was the son of the late Stanley G. & Veronica Fluellen Bowell. He was a 1951 graduate of the Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale. He was an Army veteran serving in Germany from 1953-1955. He also resided through the years in Liberty, NY and several communities in New Jersey before moving to Texas. He was a former member of St. Rose of Lima Church and the Knights of Columbus, Both of Carbondale. He is also survived by two sons: Thomas W. Bowell, Jr , who returned from Bagdad, Iraq to be with his dad minutes before he expired, and his wife Ruth, Hurst, TX; Edward â€œLennyâ€ and his wife Adriana, Driftwood, TX; a daughter: Angelina and her husband Michael Morris, Carthage, MO.; two brothers: Stanley, Cedar Grove, NJ and Robert and his wife Joann, Saw Creek, PA; two sisters: Helen and her husband Kenneth Swan, Elk Lake, Waymart, PA; Mary and her husband Peter Getzie, Carbondale; ten grandchildren: Kayla Bowell, Lockhart, Tx; Rafe and his wife Patti and Trea Bowell, Wimberly, TX; Gabrielle and Allison Bowell, Driftwood, TX; Christina and husband Bryan Dieffebnach, Naples, Italy; Patty, Angela, Michael Jr and Kathy Morris, Carthage, MO; a great grandson Connor Dieffenbach, Naples, Italy; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister: Lyda Ehler. Funeral services were held in Texas. Local arrangements by the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc 62 North Main St., Carbondale.

Eleanor T. Lee
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Eleanor T. Lee, 84, formerly of Ben Franklin Apartments, Carbondale and Greenfield Township died Monday at the Forest City Nursing center. She was the widow of Reupert Lee, who died in 2000. Born in Carbondale, she was the daughter of the late George & Ella Sinclair Linskens. She was a graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale and was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church, Carbondale; Ladies Auxiliary of the Greenfield Township Fire Department; a former member of the Altar & Rosary Society of St. Pius X Church, Royal. Eleanor was an active community volunteer. She is survived by a daughter: Barbara and her husband Matthew Pintar, Succasunna, NJ; A sister: Pauline Swanick, Portsmouth, VA; four grandsons: Matthew, Kevin, Jonathon and Jason and three great grandchildren: Matthew, Andrea and Michael, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son: Gerald, five brothers George, Robert, Joseph, James, Albert and four sisters: Vera Coleman, Gertrude Bertrand, Mildred Stabile, Rose Osborne. The funeral will be Friday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10:30 AM in St. Rose of Lima Church, 6 N. Church St., Carbondale, to be celebrated by the Rev. William Campbell, Senior Priest Interment in Willow View Cemetery, Clifford. Friends may call Thursday 6 to 9 PM. Memorial Contributions to the Autism Society.

Sandra M. Dovin
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Sandra M. Dovin, 43, of Forest City died Friday at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Her husband is Robert Dovin, the couple had been married for 26 years. Born in Peckville, she was the daughter of John & Ann Ksiazek Syryla, Olyphant. She was a graduate of Mid Valley High School and had been employed as a courier for Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. Sandra enjoyed vacations with her family and cruising. She is additionally survived by a daughter: Lisa Dovin, Carbondale; three brothers: John, Magnolia, Del; Stanley, Scranton; Joseph, Danbury, Ct; two sisters: Lora Syryla, North Charleston, SC; Joann Syryla-Guida, Jessup; a granddaughter: Emily, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by a sister: Nancy Syryla. A private funeral service will be conducted Monday in the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with services by Monsignor John T. Sekellick, Pastor Of St. John the Baptist Brzantine Catholic Church, Forest City. Interment in St. Johnâ€™s Cemetery, Richmondale. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Donorâ€™s Favorite Charity.

Michael Senica
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Michael Senica, 89, formerly of Simpson died Saturday at the Gino Merli Northeast Veterans Center, Scranton. His wife, the former Estelle Ziemba died in 1996. Born in Simpson, he was the son of the late John & Anna Honchak Senica. He attended Fell High School and was an Army Veteran of WW II, serving as a Staff Sergeant with the Air Corps. He was later employed by Northwest Airlines, Trans-Caribbean Airlines, and Curtis-Wright of Woodbridge, NJ. He retired from Farview State Hospital, Waymart. He was a member of St. Basilâ€™s Russian Orthodox Church, Simpson and the Tri-County Sportsmen Association. He is survived by three sisters: Ester Telep, Mayfield; Dorothy Genoni, Carlstat, NJ and Anna Senica, Simpson, several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three sisters: Julia Oleson, Helen Gerstlauer and Mary Garbrino. The funeral will be Tuesday with a Requiem Service at 9:30 AM in St. Basilâ€™s Russian Orthodox Church, 33 Midland St, Simpson by the Very Rev. Archpriest David Hritcko. Those attending services are to meet at church. Interment in Pleasant View Cemetery, Pleasant Mount. Friends may call Monday 5 to 8 Pm at the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St, Simpson. Parastas at 6 Pm.

Steven J. Zimowski
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Steven J. Zimowski, 45, of Union Dale died Saturday at the Robert Packard Hospital, Sayre. Born in Jamaica, Queens,NY; he was the son of the late Frank J. & Dolores Nilsson Zimowski. He owned and operated Steveâ€™s Slate Roofing, Union Dale and had been a slate roofer for over 27 years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by two daughters: Nicole and her husband Donald Snedeker, Union Dale; Naoma J. Howard, Meridian, MIS; a brother Frank Zimowski and his wife Patricia, Union Dale; a sister Dorothy and her husband Robert Haza, Scranton; a paternal grandmother: Hedwig Zimowski, South Gibson; three grandchildren: Araceli Ward, Meridian, MIS; Deanna and Marissa Snedeker, Union Dale, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter: Melissa. A memorial service will be conducted on Wednesday, February 20th at 2:00 Pm In the Lake Idlewild Evangelical Wesleyan Church by the Rev. Donald D. Snedeker, Pastor of the State Line Evangelical Wesleyan Church, Great Bend.

Jacqueline H. Warrington
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Jacqueline H. Warrington, 69, of Scranton died Monday at the Mountain Rest Nursing Home. Born in Carbondale, she was the daughter of the late John N. & Ethel Gavitt Kiefer Jr. She was a 1956 graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School and graduated first in her class of Eastern Airline Flight Attendant School, Miami Springs, Fl. She was a member of the Berean Baptist Church, Carbondale; where she had attended Sunday School and was a former Choir member. She had been an avid ballroom dancer. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and sister who will be deeply missed. She is survived by two sons: Clayton L. and his wife Linda Warrington, Royersford; John N. Warrington, Fairfax, Va; a sister: Sandra and her husband William Lee, Greenfield Twp., a granddaughter Alexandra and nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Friday at 12 noon in the Berean Baptist Church, 33 Lincoln Ave Carbondale with services by the Rev. Donald Hasselman. Interment in Valley View Cemetery, Montdale. Friends may call Thursday 7 to 9 Pm at the Oliver R Shifler Funeral home, Inc 62 N. Main St, Carbondale. Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice 301 Delaware Ave., Olyphant.

Mary A. Gallick
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Mary A. Gallick, 78, of Simpson died Thursday evening at home. Born in Simpson, she was the daughter of the late Stephen & Mary K. Gitch Gallick. She attended Fell High School, Simpson. She was employed by the Simpson Garment Co. and later retired from Gentex Corp., as a production inspector. She was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Parish, Simpson and the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild. Mary enjoyed crocheting, gardening, long walks and looked forward to attending flea markets and craft shows. She is survived by a brother Stephen W. Gallick and his wife Helen A. of Simpson who were her caregivers. An uncle Joseph Gitch and his wife Josephine, Effort and cousins. The funeral will be Monday from the Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko, Pastor. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Simpson. Friends may call Sunday 2 to 5 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Martha J. Hill
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Martha J. Hill,93 of East Patchogue, NY died Sunday. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late William & Ruth Thomas Hill. She was an Army veteran of WWII, where she served as a First Lieutenant. She was a registered nurse for 30 years at Brookhaven National Lab, Upton,NY. She is survived by a sister: Helen Heissenbuttel, a nephew Henry and his wife Katherine Heissenbuttel and a grand niece Kate; all of E. Patchogue and additional nieces and nephews of Carbondale. The funeral will be Thursday from the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc. 62 North Main St., Carbondale with services at 10:00 AM by the Rev. Radall Kizer, pastor of the South Clinton Baptist Church. Interment in Valley View Cemetery, Montdale. Friends may call Wednesday from 7 to 9 Pm. Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the First Baptist Church of Patchogue; 482 N. Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Mary Laskowsky Chervanka
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Mary â€œLaskowskyâ€ Chervanka, 85, a lifelong resident of Carbondale died Thursday night under the care of Southern Comfort Hospice at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. She was the widow of Frank Laskowsky, who died in 1964 and Joseph Chervanka. She was the daughter of the late Walter & Margaret Brady Szymaszek. She was a graduate of St. Rose School in 1940. Before retiring, she was employed by the Mayfield Dress Co. for over 30 years. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church, Carbondale and International Ladies Garment Workers Union. She volunteered for many years for the Carbondale Senior Citizens. She became of lifetime member of the Johnson City, NY Ladies Auxiliary VFW #2332, I 1989; a member of the South Side Clippers Association before it disbanded and was treasurer of the Carbondale DAV Ladies Auxiliary for many years. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. P. McAndrew, Dr. M. Hanley, Dr. M. Hyzinski, Southern Care Hospice, the Staff of Marian Community Hospital and the Revolutionary Care Nurses for their care and compassion. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. All her childrenâ€™s friends would call her â€œMAâ€. She wore her heart on her sleeve and cared deeply for others and was always there to lend a hand when needed. She enjoyed her monthly trips to Atlantic City and Mohegan Sun. She was a great bingo fan. She is survived by four daughters: Patricia Bujake, Carbondale; Joan and husband John Gorel, Forest City; Alicia and husband Silvio Carlo, Carbondale; Shawne and husband Bruce Barresse, Uniondale; eight grandchildren John Paul Gorel and fianceâ€™ Katrina Mrakovich, Jamie Lee Gorel and fianceâ€™ Adam White, Jennifer Gorle and William Hebner, Damien Carlo and Theresa Grecco, Dâ€™Nean and Laura Carlo, Cody and Monique Barrese. Five great-grandchildren Julia and John Thomas Gorel, Liam John Hebner, Taylor White, Gianna Rose Carlo. A brother Joseph Szymaszek and his wife Stasia, Carbondale, nieces, nephews and cousins especially her cousin Stella Brady who was also her best friend, travel companion and helper. She was preceded in death by twin granddaughters: Trisha and Tara Laskowsky. The funeral will be Monday from the Oliver R Shifler Funeral Home, Inc 62 North Main St., Carbondale with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Rose of Lima Church to be celebrated by the Rev. William Campbell. Interment in Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Friends may call Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 Pm.

Raymond P. Kielar
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Raymond P. Kielar, 71, of Simpson died Tuesday at Marian Community Hospital, Carbondale. Born on June 25, 1936 in Simpson he was the son of the late Peter M. & Leona Pepson Kielar. He attended Fell High School and was an altar boy at St. Michaelâ€™s Church. As the years followed he helped his father establish their automotive and body shop , Kielarâ€™s Garage. Then he joined the Air Force and served during the Korean War. After, returning from+ duty, he returned home, to further help his father and raise his own family. During the next twenty years he started several business ventures, attended Penn State and served on the Vocational â€“ Technical Crafts Committee. He was a man of many talents. There was nothing he could not build, fix or create and did whatever was needed. A man who believed in helping others, whatever it took. He was a true humanitarian. After the passing of his father he continued with the business his father establish in 1931. He operated the business for fifty years. He enjoyed various interests including dancing, music, singing, waterskiing, snowmobiling and computers. Later in life he enjoyed fishing, a family favorite. He touched many lives and was a loyal son and a good father. We as his loving family ,will always be proud to call him father, brother, grandfather and friend. He will be sorely missed, but will never be forgotten. He is survived by four daughters: Phyllis and Charles Gongliewski, Simpson; Carolyn and Matthew Durkin, Jermyn; Deborah and James Graham, Jermyn; Deniece Gruse, Alexandria, Va; two sons: Jason and his wife Marie, Denver, Co; Joseph and Teri, Lillian, AL; a brother: Jerome and his wife Muriel, Prompton; six grandchildren: Sarah, Samatha, Jeffrey, Alexis, Joseph, Jolyn, a niece and nephew Jennifer and Jeffrey. He was preceded in death by a sister: Evelyn. The funeral will be Saturday from the Joseph W. Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson with Mass at 11: 00 AM in St. Michaelâ€™s Church, 46 Midland St., Simpson to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko, Pastor. Interment with Military services by Simpson V.F.W. Post # 4712 in St. Michaelâ€™s Cemetery. Friends may call Friday 6 to 9 Pm.

Joseph C. Scotchlas
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oseph C. Scotchlas, 74, of Stroudsburg died Sunday. His wife of 51 years is the former Leona A Perkowski. Born in Simpson, he was the son of the late Joseph & Sophie Strumski Scotchlas. He was a 1950 graduate of Fell High School and was an Air Force Veteran. He retired from Bell Telephone Co. He is also survived by seven children: Joseph, Thomas, Andrew and Susan Gallagher all of Stroudsburg; Joanne and Eugene of Nazareth and Michael, Effort; a brother Frank, Camp Hill; four sisters: Louise Yavoroski, Carbondale; Marion Gadai, Huston, Tx; Barbara Galvin, Douglaston, Ny; Charlotte Kluck, Simpson; twelve grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A gravesite service will be held Friday at 11:00 AM in St. Michaelâ€™s Cemetery, Simpson by the Rev. Joseph S. Sitko, Pastor. Military Services by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4712, Simpson. Arrangements by Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc. Simpson

John J. Dembrosky, Sr
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John J. Dembrosky, Sr 91, formerly of Simpson died Sunday at the Forest City Nursing Center. His wife the former, Kathryn D. Klimek, died in 2002. Born in Dickson City, he was the son of the late John & Julia Dembrosky. He was a coal miner and later was employed by the Gentex Corp., of Simpson. He was a member of St. Michaelâ€™s Church, Simpson. He is survived by a son : John J Dembrosky II, Carbondale; two daughters: Catherine A Butler, Las Vegas, NV; Dorothy R. Smith, Simpson; 12 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren. Private burial will take place at St. Michaelâ€™s Cemetery, Simpson. Arrangements by Joseph W Scotchlas Funeral Home, Inc 621 Main St., Simpson.

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