Obituaries

Death of a Child
    Mr. and Mrs. George Judge of Cork Lane are mourning the loss of their son John, aged 2 years and 4 months, who died yesterday morning [January 8, 1905].  The funeral will take place on Tuesday afternoon [January 10, 1905] at 3 o'clock and interment will be in Market Street Cemetery.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, January 9, 1905, Pittston News Section
Submitted by Claire Moran

Mrs. Edward Kilgallon
    Mrs. Edward Kilgallon, of Stark Street, Hudson, died in Mercy hospital yesterday afternoon [June 19, 1931] following an operation.  Before marriage she was Miss Anna McHale.  The body has been taken to the family home.
    Surviving re her husband, Hudson plumber, two children, Catherine and Edward, her mother, Mrs. Catherine McHale of North Hudson Avenue, Miners Mills, her brothers and sister, Thomas, John, Edward, Charles and Mrs. Mary Murphy.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Saturday, June 20, 1931, Page 11

Anna M. Kilgallon
    Mrs. Anna McHale Kilgallon was buried from her late home, 76 Stark street, Hudson, yesterday morning [June 22, 1931] with a solemn high mass of requiem in Sacred Heart church, Plains.   Officers of the mass were Rev. William Lynch, celebrant; Rev. J. F. Holmes, deacon, and Rev. Joseph Phadden, (sic) seminarian, sub-deacon.  Scores attended and there were numerous floral tributes.
    Pallbearers were Joseph McHale, William Davit, William Knebel, Matt Kelly, Henry Doran, and Martin Duddy.  Burial was in the family plot at St. Mary's cemetery, Hanover, where Rev. Father Lynch pronounced final benediction.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania,Tuesday, June 23, 1931, Page 11
Submitted by Claire Moran

Robert Gerard Hills
Death Notices---HILLS---At General Hospital, [Wilkes-Barre PA] August 28, 1938, Robert Gerard Hills, born August 24, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hills, 30 Culver Street, Forty Fort.  Mother is the former Catherine Smith of Scranton.  It was their first child.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, August 29, 1938, Page 18
Submitted by Claire Moran

Raymond Peterson
Death Notices---PETERSON--At Wilkes-Barre, September 4, 1938, Raymond, 2 days, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Peterson.  Funeral Monday morning [September 5, 1938].  Mother was former Mary Foy of 68 Mundy Street.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, September 5, 1938, Page 16
Submitted by Claire Moran

Thomas Gordon, Sr.
    Thomas Gordon, Sr. 69, a resident of this city for many years, died Saturday afternoon [January 18, 1936] at the home of his son, Patrick Gordon, 269 Scott Street, East End, after a two months' illness.  The funeral will be held this morning at 9 from his son's home, followed at 9:30 by a requiem high mass at Holy Savior Church.  Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
    Mr. Gordon was a native of Ireland and came to this country 39 years ago.  He was a member of Holy Savior Church and its Holy Name Society.
    Surviving are his wife, Mary, and six children:  Patrick, James, Thomas, Daniel, John, the four latter of Newark, and Mrs. Thomas Melvin of Pittston; also 12 grandchildren.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Tuesday, January 21, 1936, Page 11

Thomas Gordon, Sr.
    The funeral of Thomas Gordon, Sr., was held yesterday morning [January 21, 1936] from the home of his son, Patrick Gordon, 269 Scott Street, East End, with many friends in attendance. 
    A solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated at Holy Savior Church by Rev. John J. McCabe, assisted by Rev. William McAndrew as deacon and Rev. Joseph Padden as sub-deacon.
    Bearers were Patrick, James, Thomas, Jr. John and Daniel Gordon, all sons of the deceased and Thomas Melvin, son-in-law.  Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, January 22, 1936, Page 11
Submitted by Claire Moran


Amos Hotchkiss Is Laid At Rest
    The funeral of Amos M. Hotchkiss took place yesterday morning [May 8, 1913] from the family home 466 East South Street, with a requiem high mass at St. Mary's Church celebrated by Rev. Father Healey.  There was a large gathering of friends and many floral tributes.  The pall bearers were:  Albert Sutter, William Hausch, David Stubbelbine, James Rowland, John Rowland, Jacob Korper.  The flower carrier was John Carrol.  Interment was in St. Mary's cemetery. 
    Mr. Hotchkiss was born and raised in Wilkes-Barre. He was a son of Jeremiah Hotchkiss, the first court crier in the old court house on Public Square, a high constable and a well known politician during the latter part of the sixties.  The mother of the deceased was Abaline Rowe, daughter of "Granny" Rowe who was given protection against the Indians in Fort Durkas (sic) located on the river common.  Her husband being massacred by them. Mr. Hotchkiss was an old experienced coal miner having worked in and around the mines for 47 years and was well known in the city. His son, John J. Hotchkiss for a number of years has been a delinquent tax collector and is now employed by the city health department.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Times, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, May 9, 1913, Page 17
Submitted by Cathie D'Eramo


Inkerman Merchant Dies (John J. Cummings)
    Coming with a suddenness that shocked his relatives and friends, John J. Cummings, prominent Inkerman merchant, died at 2:30 yesterday afternoon at the home on Main Street, this town.  Mr. Cummings, although not enjoying the best of health for some time past, was able to be about his home until ten minutes before he was taken suddenly with a heart attack.
    The young man, who was a member of one of Greater Pittston's pioneer and respectable families, was listening to the radio when members of his family saw him slump in his chair.  Rushing to his aid they found him in a serious condition and he wide with ten minutes later.
    John J. Cummings was born and reared in the Inkerman section, the son of the late Michael Cummings, who for years had conducted a general store there.  His mother was the former Catherine Reilly, daughter of the last Mr. and Mrs. Charles Reilly of Charles street, Pittston.
    Mr. Cummings was associated throughout his life with his father in business.  Upon the death of the latter he conducted the business with the same degree of success as was enjoyed by his parent.  His amiable disposition, coupled with his business ability, endeared him to all who came in contact with him.
    Deceased was a faithful member of St. Mark's R. C. church, Inkerman, and its Hoy Name society; Pittston Council, No. 372, Knights of Columbus, and Pittston Lodge, P. P. O. E.  He had served several years as a director of People's Union Savings Bank and on the board of directors of Pittston Hospital Association.
    He did much toward carrying on the ideals of Christian charity and few drives have been conducted hereabouts that did not find him among the active workers.  He gave unsparingly of his time and energy to the welfare of his fellowmen.  Mr. Cummings graduated from St. John's high school and Wyoming seminary.
    He leaves his widow, nee Miss Ethel Haggerty of this city, and four sons:  Joseph, John, Michael, and William; also his mother, Mrs. Catherine Cummings, and five sisters:  Mrs. John E. Loftus, of Moosic; Mrs. Charles Randall, of front street, city; Marie, organist of St. Mark's church, Inkerman, and Alice and Helen at home. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Thursday, February 6, 1930, Page 20, Pittston News Section

Saturday's Funerals
    Impressive tribute was paid to the memory of John J. Cummings, prominent citizen an merchant of Inkerman, whose funeral was held on Saturday morning [February 8, 1930].  A large number of friends and relatives were present and there were many beautiful floral tributes. 
    Rev. Joseph L. Golden was celebrant of a solemn requiem mass in St. Mark's church at 9:30.  Rev. John J. O'Donnell of Nanticoke, former pastor of St. Mark's was deacon, and Rev. D. J. Kane of Wilkes-Barre was sub-deacon.  St. Mark's choir sang the responsive with Paul Kane of this city as soloist.
    The following directors of the People's Bank, who had been associated with the deceased for many years, acted as honorary pall bearers:  W. W. Hall, Esq., John H. Foy, W. D. Sutherland, William Drury, W. H. McMilan, Charles L. McMillan, Dr. A. C. Shoemaker, Joseph A. Loftus, M. L. Perrin, and P. W. Dershimer.
    Active pall bearers follow:  Hon. P. H. Wynne, Frank Cummings, John Fahey, Joseph McGinty, Edward McNulty, and P. C. Gorman.  Interment was in St. John's cemetery, this city [Pittston PA].
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, February 10, 1930, Page 21
Submitted by Claire Moran

His burial today - Something about his Life (John W. Huff)
    The remains of John W. Huff were taken from the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Addy, 60 North Washington Street, this city, shortly before 1 o'clock this afternoon to the Methodist church at Wyoming, where funeral services were held.
     Mr.Huff was 85 years of age and is survived by his wife, two sons, Chauncey, of Cincinnati, and Charles, of Dallas, and seven daughters, Mrs. Addy, of this city; Mrs. A. Williamson, of Dallas; Emma, Alice Renton and  Martha Gabriel of New York, and  Mrs.Hyde of Michigan.
     He was one of the early settlers of Wyoming where he spent his days as one of the honest and sturdy tillers of the soil of that pastoral locality, He enjoyed a wide acquaintance and his friends were always welcome to the old home on the farm, where they were treated with that peculiar hospitality which was one of Mr.Huff's chief characteristics.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Thursday, 05 January 1893.
Submitted by Patricia Putt

Death At Miner's Mills [Ellen (Mrs. Michael) Gallagher]
Mrs. Michael Gallagher of Miner's Mills died last evening [June 21, 1900] of heart trouble and paralysis, aged about 50 years.  She is survived by the following children:  Mrs. John Kinney, Patrick, John, Michael, and Sarah of Miner's Mills, and Annie of Scranton.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Thursday, June 21, 1900, Page 5

The funeral of Mrs. Michael Gallagher took place on Saturday afternoon [June 23, 1900].  Services were held in St. Dominick's Church and interment was in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Plains.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, June 25, 1900, Page 7
Submitted by Claire Moran

Thomas J. Cusick, Trainman, Dies
    Thomas J. Cusick, 36, died at 6 last night [January 20, 1938] at his home, 215 Ridge Street, Parsons, following two months' illness.
    Mr. Cusick was a lifelong resident of Parsons section and until two years ago was employed as a trainman on the Delaware and Hudson Railroad.  He was a member of St. Dominic's Church and Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen.
    Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Mary  O'Hara Cusick, five sisters, Mary, Margaret and Agnes, at home; Mrs. George Sink of Parsons, and Mrs. John R. Bonner of Kingston, and two brothers, John, at home, and Joseph, assistant manager of Kresge's store, Carbondale.  Among his cousins surviving is Bishop Gerald O'Hara, D.D., Savannah, Ga.
    The funeral will be held Monday morning with a requiem mass in St. Dominic's Church.  Interment in St. Charles's Cemetery, Sugar Notch. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Friday, January 21, 1938, Page 15.

Thomas J. Cusick
    Largely attended funeral services for Thomas J. Cusick were held yesterday morning [January 24, 1938] at the home, 215 Ridge Street, Parsons.  A solemn requiem mass was celebrated in St. Dominic's Church by Rev. John White, assisted by Rev. John Walsh as deacon, and Rev. F. P. McHugh as sub-deacon.
    During the mass Russell Williams and John Toole were soloists and Mrs. E. McCormick organist. Rev. Martin J. Fleming was seated in the sanctuary.
    Bearers were Thomas Donahue, John Corrigan, Leo Corbett, Charles Durkin, Joseph Levan and Thomas Ruane.  Burial was in St. Charles's Cemetery, Sugar Notch, where final benediction was pronounced by Rev. Father White.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Tuesday, January 25, 1938, Page 9. 
Submitted by Claire Moran

Death of Miss Nora Donahoe
At the break of day yesterday [April 28, 1912] death claimed Miss Nora Donahoe, the only sister of Rev. T. J. Donahoe, the late pastor of St. Vincent's Church.  On account of old age, the deceased made her home for some time past with the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, Scranton.  She sustained a stroke of paralysis about a month ago and did not recover from its effects.  She was 76 years of age last January and resided at the rectory of St. Vincent's Church here for some time.  She was a woman of refinement and excellent education, and made friends and kept them through life.  The only living relatives are three cousins, residing at Dushore.  The remains were brought to the home of Miss Emma Monk, No. 534 Carey avenue, from where the funeral will take place at a date to be decided upon today. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, April 29, 1912, Page 18, Plymouth News Section

Buried at Dushore
The funeral of Miss Nora Donohue, sister of the late Rev. Timothy J. Donohue, pastor of St. Vincent's Church, Plymouth, was held yesterday morning [May 1, 1912] from theme of Miss Emma Monks (sic), 554 Carey avenue.  The body was placed on board the 7:05 Lehigh Valley train for Dushore, Sullivan County, where services were conducted in St. Bassil's (sic) Church by Rev. Father Flynn, formerly of this city.  The pall bearers were John J. Lee, Mathew Callen, Francis Hope, James Bergen, Henry Castle, and Raymond Whalen.  Interment was in St. Bassil's (sic) Cemetery.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Thursday, May 2, 1912
Submitted by Claire Moran

Thomas Mitchell
    Thomas Mitchell, 76, died last night [March 16, 1936] at his home, 314 North Main Street, after a week's illness.  He was employed as a foreman at the Wilkes-Barre Lace Manufacturing Company.
    Mr. Mitchell was born at Huriford, Scotland, November 19, 1862, and came to this country when aged 27.  For 43 years he resided in this city and was a member of the Caledonian Club.
    Surviving are nine children, Robert, Mrs. Sidney Wright and John B. of Kingston; Adam F. of Rutherford, N.J.; Thomas Baird of Washington D.C.; Mrs. G. W. Playter of Passaic, N. J.; William H. of Coatesville, and James H. and Jessie J. at home.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Tuesday, March 17, 1936, Page 8

Funeral Notices:
Thomas Mitchell, from 314 North Main Street, tomorrow afternoon [March 19, 1936] at 2:30.  Rev. George C. Westburg of Memorial Presbyterian Church officiating.  Interment at Hollenback Cemetery. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, March 18, 1936, Page 26
Submitted by Claire Moran

Mrs. H. Crane, Pittston Twp., Died Early Today
    Mrs. Bridget Crane, widow of Harry Crane, 79 Norman Street, Pittston Township, died at 5 o'clock this morning [April 27, 1942] at the family home after four weeks' illness.  Since Saturday morning, Mrs. Crane's condition had been so serious that her death had been momentarily expected.  In her passing Pittston Township loses one of its oldest and most respected women who, although chiefly devoted to her home and her family, was a kind and considerate neighbor whose place in the community life will be difficult to fill.
    Deceased was born in Mayo County, Ireland, but came to America as a child with her parents, Edward and Bridget (sic) Howley, who were among the first to settle in the village of Cork Lane.  Mrs. Crane had made her home on Norman street for 65 years, during which time she witnessed the development of the community from a small hamlet into a well populated center.  Her husband died 21 years ago.  Mrs. Crane was one of the oldest members of the congregation of St. John the Evangelist R. C. Church and its Altar and Rosary Society.  She was also a member of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick; her son, Joseph P. Crane, having been a past president of the parent society.
    Surviving are two sons and one daughter--Edward Crane, of North Main street, this city; Joseph P. Crane, former supervisor of Pittston township, of 79 Norman street; Mrs. Michael Connors, of Frothingham street, Browntown.  Fifteen grandchildren also survive and one great-grandchild, Rosemary Spohrer, of Carroll Street.  Sister Mary Carmel, of the Order of the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Philadelphia, is a sister of deceased.  A daughter of Mrs. Crane's, Sister Regina Marie, of the I.H.M. order, died in Avoca six years ago.
    The funeral will be Thursday morning at 9 o'clock from the family home.  There will be a solemn requiem mass at 9:30 o'clock in St. John the Evangelist R. C. Church.  Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery. 
Published in the Pittston Gazette, Pittston, Pennsylvania, Monday, April 27, 1942
Note:  Bridget Howley Crane was a daughter of Edward and Elizabeth Tierney Howley.  Article notation of Bridget as being her mother is incorrect. 

Mrs. Harry Crane Honored at Funeral Rites
    The funeral of Mrs. Bridget Crane, widow of Harry Crane, was held at 9 o'clock this morning [April 30, 1942] from the family home, 79 Norman street, Cork Lane.  Hundreds of sorrowing friends joined with members of her family in a final tribe of respect to a highly respected resident.
    Rev. Timothy Tierney, of New York City a relative, officiated at a solemn requiem mass at 9:30 o'clock in St. John the Evangelist R. C. Church.  Rev. George T. Casey of Freeland, was deacon; Rev. John R. Cunningham, sub-deacon.  Rev. Thomas P. Monahan, of Wyalusing, was seated in the sancturary. 
    The following relatives were pallbearers:  Harry and Joseph Crane, Thomas and Harry Connors, Edward Spohrer, Jr., and Prof. John F. Howley.  Interment was in St. John's Cemetery.
Published in the Pittston Gazette, Pittston, Pennsylvania, Thursday, April 30, 1942

Mrs. Bridget Crane Dies at Cork Lane
    Mrs. Bridget Crane, respected resident of the Cork Lane Section of Pittston Township, died yesterday morning [April 27, 1942] at her home, 39 Norman Street, that section, after an illness. She was the mother of Joseph Crane, former supervisor of Pittston Township, and past president of Friendly sons of St. Patrick of greater Pittston. Funeral will be Thursday at 9 with mass at 9:30 at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mrs. Crane had lived in Cork Lane section of Pittston Township for more than 60 years and was respected and admired by a wide circle of friends. She was born in Ireland but had lived in Pittston Township since coming to America with her parents. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church and its Altar and Rosary Society and auxiliary of Friendly sons Society. Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. Michael Connors, Pittston Township; Edward P., Pittston, and Joseph P., at the family home; a sister, Sister M. Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Order, Philadelphia.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Tuesday, April 28, 1942, Page
Submitted by Claire Moran

Pioneer Cork Lane Resident is Dead
    Henry Crane, a pioneer resident of Cork Lane, and a man who was widely known in this community, passed away yesterday morning [January 2, 1921] after an extended illness.  Many of Mr. Crane's friends were aware of his illness and his death did not come wholly unexpected.
    Deceased was a native of Ireland, but came to this country when a youth and, coming to these parts, made his home in Cork Lane, where he had since resided.  He was an industrious citizen who earned the respect of his numerous acquaintances.  He was a member of St. John's R. C. Church.  His survivors are his wife and the following sons and daughters:  Edward, Joseph, Mary, Stella, Mrs. Michael Connors, of Browntown.  Two brothers in Ireland and one sister, who is a nun in the order of the Sisters of Charity in Indiana, also survive.
    The funeral will be held Wednesday morning, leaving the family home on Norman street at 9 O'Clock.  At 9:30 o'clock a high requiem mass will be sung over the remains in St. John's Church.  Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery.
Note:  Mr. Crane's first name varies with time and reporting:  Henry in early reporting, Harry in later years.
Published in the Pittston Gazette, Pittston, Pennsylvania, Monday, January 3, 1921
Submitted by Claire Moran

Major Joseph P. Schooley
Major Joseph P. Schooley, one of the oldest residents of Pittston, died early on Tuesday morning [October 6, 1891] at the residence of J. B. Carpenter in West Pittston, aged 66 years, of general debility.  He is survived by two children, Will Schooley of Harrisburg and Miss May Schooley of Wilkes-Barre.  Funeral at 2:30 pm. Friday [October 9, 1891].  Interment in West Pittston cemetery.
Published in the Pittston Department of the Wilkes-Barre Daily News Dealer, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, October 7, 1891
Submitted by Claire Moran

Lester B. Smith
Death Notices:
SMITH---At Wilkes-Barre, September 30, 1938, Lester B. Smith, two months, son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Smith, 77 Holland Street.  Also surviving are brothers, Theodore and William, and a sister, Blodwyn.  Funeral from Kniffen Funeral Home, 465 South Main Street, city [Wilkes-Barre], Monday 10.  Oakdale Cemetery.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Saturday, October 1, 1938, Page 22
Submitted by Claire Moran


Mrs. J. T. Smith Dies; Funeral Set Wednesday
    A former Pittston resident, Mrs. John T. Smith of 12 Meyers Ave., Hicksville, L. E., died at Nassau Hospital, Mineola, L. I., yesterday morning [November 1, 1958].  She was the former Jeanne Cawley, daughter of the late John and Sarah Flynn Cawley of Pittston.
    Deceased was a graduate of St. John's High School, Pittston, and before her marriage 16 years ago was employed in government work in Washington, D.C.
    Mrs. Smith was a member of St. Ignatius Loyola Church, Hicksville, L. I.  Her husband is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Thomas of Church St., Pittston.
    Surviving, besides her husband, are five children:  Sally, Jeanne, Kathy, Gill and Thomas Jr., all at home; cousins, Mrs. Ned Dommermuth, Suscon; Mrs. Fred Solomon, Pittston; Mrs. Frank Fischer, Hicksville, L. I.; Maj. Joseph T. McCanna, Cleveland.
    The body will be brought to the Donnelly Funeral Home, 802 Susquehanna Ave., West Pittston, from where the funeral will be held Wednesday morning [November 5, 1958] at 9:30 with a high mass of requiem in St. John's Church at 10.  Interment will be in the church cemetery. 
    Friends may call starting Monday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 10. 
Published in The Sunday Independent, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, November 2, 1958, Section 1, Page 8

Mrs. John T. Smith
    Mrs. John T. Smith, Hicksville, N. Y., formerly of Pittston, was born to rest this morning following a solemn high requiem mass in St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston.  Funeral was held from the Donnelly Funeral Home, 802 Susquehanna Avenue, West Pittston.
    Officers of the mass were Rev., Dr. Edmund J. Langan, celebrant; Rev. Thomas J. Tracy, deacon, and Rev., William J. Wheeler, sub-deacon.
    Interment was in the parish cemetery where Rev. Father Langan pronounced final benediction.
    Pallbearers were Gene Leehan, Frank Houser, Michael Tracy, Jr., James Flaherty, James English and James Flannagan. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, November 5, 1958, Page 42
Submitted by Claire Moran

Frank Smith, Union Local Head, Dies
    Frank P. Smith, Parkway Apartments, 16 Marshall Street, Irvington, N. J., died at St. Boniface Hospital, Newark, N. J. last night [January 22, 1963] following a short illness.
    He was born and reared in Cork Lane section of Pittston Township, a son of the late John and Rose Briarty Smith.  He resided in New Jersey the last 30 years where he had been employed in construction work.
    His first wife, the former Pearl Mangan of Port Griffith, died several years ago. 
    He was serving as president of Local 306, Essex County, N. J., District Council of International Carpenters and Joiners Union at the time of his death.  Mr. Smith was a member of St. Leo's Church, Irvington, and its Holy Name Society.  He was a former member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston.
    Surviving are his wife, the former Elsie Naegle, at home; sisters, Mrs. Mary Connolly, Trucksville, and Mrs. George Redington, Bear Creek.
    Funeral will be held from the funeral home, 802 Susquehanna Avenue, West Pittston, on Saturday.  Friends may call Friday night, 7 to 10.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Saturday, January 23, 1963, Page 8
Submitted by Claire Moran

Edith Fraley Dead
Miss Edith Fraley, Aged 19, Of 20 Barney street, died at 12:45 o'clock this morning at the City hospital from bronchial pneumonia following influenza. She is survived by her father and brother.
Taken from the Wilkes-Barre Sunday Independent Collection page 2 (Oct 27th 1913).
Submitted by James Fazzi

Mrs. Bernard O'Brien Dies
East End Resident Was Mother of 10
    Death claimed Mrs. Agnes O'Brien, 41, of 28 Hillard street, Friday night [August 15, 1958] at 9:50 in Mercy Hospital, following child birth.  Mrs. O'Brien, wife of Bernard F. O'Brien, stereotyper at International Color Printing Company, Parsons, died after giving birth to a baby girl, her 10th child.  The child was reported doing well.
    Mrs. O'Brien, the former Agnes McDonnell, was born in Wilkes-Barre, a daughter of Daniel and Agnes Howley McDonnell, at present East End residents.  She was a member of Holy Saviour Church, Hillard Street, and the Altar and Rosary Society.  Her husband is president of Local 139, Stereotypers and Electrotypers Union of Wilkes-Barre.  Mrs. O'Brien attended Wilkes-Barre schools and was a graduate of Coughlin High School.
    Also surviving are children, Patricia, John, Molly, Eileen, Bernard, Jr., Daniel, Joan, Kevin, and Michael at home; a sister, Mrs. Mary Kasper, Kingston; brothers, Leo, with the State Police, Blakely, and John, Rennselear, N.Y., and a number of nieces and nephews.
    The funeral will be held from the home Tuesday at 9 a.m. with a requiem mass at 9:30 in Holy Saviour Church.  Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township.  Arrangements by Marley. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, August 18, 1958, Page 16
Submitted by Claire Moran

Mrs. Gerard Finn
Mrs. Gerard Finn, 33, died late Thursday night [January 11, 1934] at her home, 443 Hazle Street, after a week's illness of pneumonia. Her husband is a clerk at the Wilkes-Barre post office. Mrs. Finn was a lifelong resident of Wilkes-Barre and was a communicant of St. Patrick's Church and a member of the Altar and Rosary Society of the parish. She was a daughter of the late Martin McLaughlin and Alice Reilly McLaughlin. Surviving are her husband; three sons, Gerard, Jr., Donald and John, her mother, Mrs. Alice McLaughlin; two sisters, Mrs. Walter Connors, Kingston, and Mrs. Leroy West, Wilkes-Barre, and a brother, Thomas McLaughlin, Kingston. The funeral will be held on Monday morning at 9 o'clock with a requiem mass at St. Patrick's Church at 9:30. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery at Hanover. Members of the Altar and Rosary Society of St. Patrick's Church will meet at the Finn residence on Sunday night at 8 o'clock to recite the rosary.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Saturday, January 13, 1934, Page 14.
Submitted by Claire Moran

Miss Anna Glynn
    Miss Anna Glynn, 47, died early yesterday morning [January 3, 1938] at her home in the Metropole Apartments, 280 South Main Street, following a week's illness.  She was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Fleming) Glynn.
    Miss Glynn was a former bookkeeper for Wilkes-Barre Railway Corporation and was widely known and esteemed.  She was a a member of St. Mary's Church.
    The funeral will be held Wednesday morning [January 5, 1938] at 9 from the McLaughlin Funeral Home, 142 South Washington Street with a requiem mass at 9:30 in St. Mary's Church.  Interment in St. Ignatius's Cemetery, Pringle.
    Surviving are four sisters, Mrs. George Youngblood, of Wilkes-Barre;  Mrs. Charles Duffy of Kingston, Mrs. Mary Redmond of Seattle, and Mrs. Winifred Van Bergen of San Francisco, and a brother, Thomas, Butte, Mont.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Tuesday, January 4, 1938, Page 9

Miss Anna Glynn
    The funeral of Miss Anna Glynn former bookkeeper for Wilkes-Barre Railway Corporation , was held yesterday morning [January 5, 1938] from the McLaughlin Funeral Home, 142 South Washington Street, with a large gathering of friends in attendance.
    A high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's R. C Church, South Washington Street, by Rev. Thomas Leonard.  Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township, (sic) where Rev. Raymond O'Neill pronounced final benediction. 

Note:  It is believed that Anna was buried in the Glynn family plot in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Pringle, Pennsylvania as noted in her obituary.  The St. Mary's interment was probably assumed due to her membership in St. Mary's Parish.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Thursday, January 6, 1938, Page 19

Pringle Resident Dead (John Glynn)
    John Glynn, aged 63, a highly respected and well known resident of 353 Pringle street, Pringle Hill, died at the family home this morning [February 6, 1914] at 6:30 o'clock of general debility after a four weeks' illness.  He has been a resident of Pringle for about thirty years, and was a communicant of St. Ignatius' R. C. Church, Kingston.  He is survived by his wife and the following children:  Mrs. George Youngblood of Wilkes-Barre, Thomas F. Glynn and Mrs. John Von Bergen of California, P. J. Glynn and Mrs. John Redmond of Montana, and Elizabeth and Anna at home.  Funeral announcement later.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Times, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Friday, February 6, 1914, Page 20

Funeral Notice
The funeral of John Glynn will take place Monday morning [February 9, 1914] at 9 o'clock from his late residence, 353 Pringle street, Pringle.  A high mass of requiem will be celebrated in St.Ignatius' Church at Kingston at 9:30.  Interment will be in St. Ignatius' cemetery at Pringle. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Times, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Saturday, February 7, 1914, Page 1

Mrs. Mathilda Hoban
    Mrs. Mathilda Hoban died at 4 yesterday afternoon [December 28, 1936] at her home, 20 Kenley Street, Hughestown, after a short illness of pneumonia.  She was a member of St. John's Church, Pittston, and its Altar and Rosary Society.
    Surviving are 11 children, Martin, Edward, Bernard, Robert, John, Donald, William, Matilda, Grace, Jean, and Mrs. Walter Cook; four sisters, Mrs. James Kren of Cleveland, Mrs. H. Amacher of Florda, Mrs. John McCarthy of Pittston, and Mrs. John Manley, and five brothers, Edward, Earl, John, Robert, and Thomas Dooner, all of Hughestown.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, December 28, 1936, Page 11

Funerals:  Mrs. Matilda Hoban
    The funeral of Mrs. Matilda Hoban was held yesterday morning [December 31, 1936] at 9 from the late home, 20 Kenley Street, Hughestown, and was attended by many friends.  A requiem mass was celebrated at 9:30 at St. John's Church by Rev. E. J. Melley,.  Burial was in the parish cemetery.
    Bearers were Edward, Earl, John, Robert, Thomas Dooner and Edward Harrison. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Friday, January 1, 1937, Page 9
Submitted by Claire Moran

Elmer Walk
    Elmer Walk, 57, retired blacksmith, died Wednesday night at his home in Eckley following several weeks illness.
    Surviving are his wife, Mabel; two sons, Clarence at home and Howard of Slocum; a daughter, Mrs. Howard Keller of Drifton; two brothers, Clyde of Hazleton and Daniel of Slocum, and five sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Singleton of Cleveland, Mrs. Carrie Ellis of Eckley, Mrs. Catherine Roost of Nebraska and Mrs. Florence Brooks and Mrs. Nora Delucca of Hazleton.  He also leaves 22 grandchildren.
    Funeral services will be held at 10 Monday morning in the home and at 11 in Lutheran Church at St. John's.  Interment in church cemetery.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Friday, December 3, 1937, Page 20
Submitted by Claire Moran

Karen Lea Bedio
    Karen Lea Bedio, three-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bedio, of 20 East Vine Street, Shickshinny, died Wednesday night [May 21, 1953] at 6:30 at the Mercy Hospital. The infant had been in the hospital for four days.
    Besides the parents surviving are one sister, Carol Marie, and one brother, Michael Edward Bedio, Jr.  Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Habrilla Bedio, Berwick.  Mrs. Loretta Allen, Shickshinny is maternal grandmother.
    The funeral will be held Saturday morning [May 23, 1953] at 10 from 77 North Main St., Shickshinny.  Dr. Ferdinand Derk, pastor of the Shickshinny Methodist Church, will officiate.  Interment will be in the Reyburn Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home Friday night between 7 and 9.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Friday, May 22, 1953, Page 16
Submitted by Claire Moran

James J. Dunleavy Dies
    James J. Dunleavy died yesterday afternoon [June 6, 1930] at 4:45 in Mercy Hospital, following an illness of complications.  Deceased had resided in East End for the last twenty years, coming from Hudson.  He was a member of B. of R. T. 544, and was affiliated also with D. & H. Veterans' Association.  Deceased was a devout member of Holy Savior Church East End.
    Surviving are the following children:  Mrs. John Kittrick, John, James, of New York; Mrs. B. P. Costello, Philadelphia; Michael of East End, Frances, of Philadelphia; also a sister Mrs. Catherine O'Malley, of Scranton.  The funeral will be held from the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Kittrick, 84 Spring street, East End.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Saturday, June 7, 1930, Page 19

    The funeral of James J. Dunleavy was held from the home of his sister (sic) Mrs. John Kittrick, 84 Spring street, East End, yesterday morning [June 9, 1930] with a largely attended solemn high mass of requiem in Holy Savior church, East End.  Rev. William A. McAndrews was celebrant of the mass with Rev. John J. MCabe as deacon, and Rev. P. J. Nealon as sub-deacon.  Members of the B. of R. T. of which Mr. Dunleavy was president for thirty years, attended in a body and served as pall bearers.  The honorary pall bearers were Theodore S. Kelly, Sylvester Mulherin, Milo Shafer, Robert Jones, Thomas Durkin, Peter Becker, Wallace Vickers, and James Donohue.  The active carriers were Edward Barrett, Conrad Hauser, David Shea, George Washburn, John Shields, and Edward Trainor.  Interment was in the family plot in St. Mary's cemetery, Hanover, where Rev. Father Durkin pronounced the final benediction at the grave.
Note:  Mrs. John Kittrick is James's daughter Mary. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Tuesday, June 10, 1930, Page 3
Submitted by Claire Moran

Henry William Hower
    Henry William Hower, 74, retired architect, died in on Sunday [September 9, 1934], of injuries received nine days ago when he fell from a draftsman's stool at his home, 345 West Fifth Street, Bloomsburg.
    Surviving are his wife, who for the last four years has been an invalid; three children, Mrs. A. C. Fairchild, Elmira, N.Y.; Dr. C. M. Hower, Bloomsburg; Heister V. Hower, Almedia; a brother, Dr. H. V. Hower of Berwick.
    Funeral services will be held at 2:30 Wednesday afternoon [September 12, 1934] with the Rev. S. A. Harker, pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Bloomsburg, officiating.  Burial will be in the Old Rosemont Cemetery. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Tuesday, September 11, 1934, Page 11
Submitted by Claire Moran

Martin Howley Dies After a Long Illness
    Following an illness of several weeks, Martin Howley, aged 60 years, one of Pittston’s best known residents passed away Sunday morning [February 25, 1917] at 5 o’clock at the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Mary Howley, 266 William Street.  Mr. Howley had been in failing health for some time and his condition a few weeks ago necessitated his removal to bed.  Death was due to cirrhosis of the liver.  Mr. Howley never married.  At the age of 20 he came to Pittston from Ireland and has lived in this city for the last 40 years.
    He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mary Hunt of Scranton, and one brother, Thomas Howley of Ireland.  The funeral will take place Wednesday morning at nine o’clock.  A requiem mass will be sung in St. John’s Church at 9:30 o’clock and interment will be in St. John’s cemetery.
Published in The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, February 26, 1917, Page 4
Submitted by Claire Moran

Requiem High Mass At Howley Funeral
    The respect and esteem in which Martin Howley was held by the people of Pittston, was shown in a striking manner this morning, when a large number of friends and relatives from this city and surrounding towns attended the funeral, which was held from the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Mary Howley, 266 William Street.  The bereft home was thronged long before the time set for the funeral, by acquaintances of Mr. Howley who viewed the body for the last time as it reposed in the parlor, surrounded by many floral pieces.
    At 9:30 o’clock a solemn high mass of requiem was sung over the body in St. John’s Church.  The officers of the mass were:  Rev. H. J. Ruddy, celebrant; Rev., M. E. Loftus, deacon, and Rev. James McHugh, sub-deacon.  Interment was in St. John’s cemetery.  The pall bearers, all nephews of Mr. Howley, were:  Martin, James, Patrick, and Martin Howley, John and Thomas Hunt of Scranton. 
Published in The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania,Wednesday, February 28, 1917, Page 2
Submitted  by Claire Moran

Sally Ann Lesho
    Sally Ann Lesho, four-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Lesho, 241 Lee Park Avenue, Hanover Township, died Saturday morning [Jauary 16, 1954] in Mercy Hospital where she had been a patient since birth on September 13.
    Also surviving are the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Derr, and paternal grandfather, Joseph Lesho, all of Hanover Township.  The funeral will be held this morning with interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, January 18, 1954, Page 16
Submitted by Claire Moran

Charles H. Balz Summoned by Death
    The death of Charles H. Balz, retired lace weaver, occurred at 6:25 Tuesday night [May 27, 1952] at the home of his son, Carl, 307 South Hancock Street, following a year's illness.
    A native of Germany, Mr. Balz spent most of his life in Wilkes-Barre.  He was employed by Wilkes-Barre Lace Manufacturing Company for many years prior to his retirement several years ago.  He was a member of St. Nicholas Church, the Holy Name Society, St. Conrad's Society, and the Amalgamated Lace Weavers of America, Branch 2.
    Surviving are the following children:  Carl, with whom he resided; Mrs. Francis Swithers, Kingston; Mrs. Thomas Klein, Edward, and Arnold, all of Wilkes-Barre; and Francis, Philadelphia; also a sister, Mary Balz, Wilkes-Barre, and 14 grandchildren.
    The funeral will take place Friday at 9 from the home of his son, Carl, with a requiem mass at 9:30 in St. Nicholas Church.  Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Shavertown. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record,
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, May 28, 1952, Page 12.
Submitted by Claire Moran

Charles Balz
    The funeral of Charles H. Balz was held Friday morning [May 30, 1952] from the home of his son, Carl, 307 South Hancock Street, with a solemn high mass of requiem in St. Nicholas Church.
    Officers of the mass were Rev. C. A. Stalh, celebrant; Rev. Francis Kraemer, deacon, and Rev. Carl G. Ulrich, sub-deacon.  Mrs. Marie Rogers was organist.  The Children's Choir sang and Michael Ott was soloist.
    Burial was in the parish cemetery, Shavertown, where Rev. Father Ulrich pronounced benediction.
    Pallbearers were Michael Halpin, Richard Phillips, Jr., John McGeady, Edward Anstett, Thomas Austin, and Charles Hoffner. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Saturday, May 31, 1952, Page 14.
Submitted by Claire Moran

John W. Connors
    Mrs. Julia Ryan of South Main street, Plains, received word from her sister, Mrs. Mary Connors, of the death of her husband, John W. Connors, on October 26 [1918].  He contracted a cold which developed into influenza, being ill only ten days.  His mother, Mrs. Mary Connors, died in July at the age of 70 years.  He grieved silently over her death until he, too, was taken ill.  He was a former resident of Plains, serving as constable, and was an active member of the A. O. H. society of that town.  Later the family moved to Aspen, Col., where he conducted a hotel until the State was declared dry.  He then engaged in the grocery business.  Seven years ago he visited Plains, renewing old acquaintances.  Mr. Connors was a mean of high standing and was always held in the highest esteem by his vast circle of friends, not only in Aspen but also in Plains, who will mourn his death.  He is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Hannah Davis of Oakland, Cal., and son John Jr., of Tonapah, Nev.; two brothers, Dennis of Frisco, Cal., and Thomas of Tonapah, Nev.  Interment was in the family plot in St. Mary 's cemetery at Aspen, Col. 
Published in The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, December 2, 1918, Page 16.

D. J. Corbett Death Victim
City Resident Was Grocer Many Years
    Daniel J. Corbett, 143 North Main Street, died yesterday [March 27, 1952] at his home at 1:30 p.m.
    Mr. Corbett was born in Narrowsburg, N.Y., a son of John and Margaret Carey Corbett.  He was married to the former Margaret Mack of the Empire section of Wilkes-Barre.  The couple celebrated its 62nd wedding anniversary in August 27, 1951.
    Mr. Corbett operated a grocery store on Madison Street before retiring 18 years ago.
    Mrs. Corbett for a number of years was the owner of an operator of Corbett's Home Bakery, 171 South Main Street.
    He was a member of St. Mary's Church of the Immaculate Conception and the Holy Name Society.
    Surviving beside his widow, are six daughters, Ann, at home; Mrs. Margaret Flannery, Philadelphia; Mrs. Mary Reidmiller, Hatboro; Mrs. Helen Rooney, Detroit; Mrs. Gertrude Davitt, Hatboro; Mrs. Rose Brown, Wilkes-Barre; two sons, Leo, Wilkes-Barre, and Daniel, Whittier, Calif.; two sisters, Miss Nell Corbett and Mrs. John McAndrew both of Wilkes-Barre; 12 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.
    A daughter, Mrs. Alice Miller, died April 7, 1951 at Wilkes-Barre.
    Funeral will be held from the family home. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Friday, March 28, 1952, Page 19

Daniel J. Corbett
    The funeral of Daniel J. Corbett was held Monday morning from the family home, 143 North Main Street.  Rev. Donald A. Deuel was celebrant of the solemn high mass of requiem in St. Mary's Church of the Immaculate Conception, assisted by Rev. John J. Jackson, deacon, and Rev. Raymond Larkin, sub-deacon.
    Burial was in the parish cemetery, Hanover Township, where Rev. Father Jackson pronounced benediction.
    Pallbearers were Joseph Corbett, Thomas, Edward, and James Flannery, William Brown, and John Reidmiller.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Thursday, April 3, 1952, Page 25
Submitted by Claire Moran

Mrs. Daniel Corbett Dies in Philadelphia
    Mrs. Daniel Corbett, 88, of 1508 South Wilton Street, Philadelphia, former operator of Corbett's Home Bakery, 171 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, died yesterday morning [February 23, 1954] at her home following an illness.
    Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was a daughter of the late Cornelius and Anna Mack.  She had operated the bakery for some time, retiring about 18 years ago.  She moved to Philadelphia two years ago, following the death of her husband.
    Surviving are six daughters and two sons, Anna Corbett and Mrs. Margaret Flannery, at home; Daniel, Whittier, Calif,; Mrs. Mary Reidmiller and Mrs. Gertrude Davit, Hatboro, Pa.; Mrs. Helen Roonery (sic), Detroit, Mich.; Mrs. Rose Brown, and Leo, Wilkes-Barre; 22 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren; also a sister, Mrs. Thomas Donohoe, and a brother John Mack, both of Pittston.
    The funeral will be held Saturday morning [February 27, 1954] from the funeral home, 309 North Main Street, with a requiem mass in St. Mary's Church of the Immaculate Conception.  Interment will be in the parish cemetery.  Friends may call after 2 p.m. today. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, February 24, 1954, Page 8. 
Submitted by Claire Moran

Mrs. Leo Corbett
    Mrs. Leo Corbett, 95 Spring Street, died yesterday morning [February 25, 1951] in Mercy Hospital, where she was admitted Saturday.
    She was a member of Holy Savior Church and its Altar and Rosary Society.
    She was the daughter of Mrs. Catherine Kelly and the late Hugh Kelly, early settlers of Pringle.
    She is survived by her husband, Leo; three sons, Leo, Jr., Wilkes-Barre; Joseph, and James, at home; her mother, at home; brother Leo Kelly, Parsons, and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Rachel Kelly at home.
    Funeral will be held Wednesday [February 28, 1951] from the home with requiem mass at 9 :30 at Holy Savior Church,  Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Township.
Note:  Mrs. Leo Corbett was Mary Kelly Corbett.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, February 26, 1951, Page 13

Mrs. Leo Corbett
    Mrs. Leo Corbett was buried yesterday morning [February 28, 1951] following services at the home, 95 Spring Street, and a solemn high mass of requiem in Holy Saviour Church.
    Celebrant was Rev. Hugh Lenahan with Rev. Joseph Sammons as deacon, and Rev. John Purcell, sub-deacon.  Eileen Devaney was organist with Anthony Ruddy as solist.
    Bearers were Leo and Joseph Kelly, nephews; Joseph Dougherty, John Kelly, George Flosser, and Edward Moore.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Thursday, March 1, 1951, Page 28.
Submitted by Claire Moran

Edward L. Crane Dies at His Pittston Home
    Edward L. Crane, 119 North Main Street, Pittston, died yesterday morning [November 29, 1953] at his home after an illness.
    Born in Pittston Township, he was the son of the late Henry and Bridget Howley Crane. He was employed most of his life as a moulder at the Pittston Stove Works until that factory closed.
    Prior to his retirement a year ago, he was employed seven years by Luke Keating Detective Agency, Pittston. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston, and its Holy Name Society.
    Surviving are his wife the former Winifred Connors, children: Joseph, West Pittston; Harry, with Pennsylvania State Police at Phoenixville: Mrs. Charles Masulis and Mrs. Eugene Bender, both of Pittston: Mrs. John Cather, Dallas: Mrs. Joseph Burns, Scranton, and Miss Betty Crane, at home: brother Joseph and sister Mrs. Catherine Connors, Pittston Township. Also six grandchildren and an aunt, Sister Mary Carmel, IHM, Wernersville.
    Funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the funeral home, 13 Mill Street with a requiem mass at 10 in St. John the Evangelist Church. Internment will be in the parish cemetery.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, November 30, 1953, Page 16

Services conducted for Edward Crane
    Funeral services for Edward L. Crane, 119 North Main street, Pittston, were held this  morning from the Sites Funeral Home, 13 Mill street, Pittston, followed by a solemn high mass of requiem in St. John the Evangellist Church.
    Rev. Dr. Edmund Langan was celebrant, assisted by Rev. William J. Wheeler, deacon, and Rev. John Casey, sub-deacon.
    Pall bearers were James Howley, Thomas, Harry, and J. Connors, Patrick Walsh, and Leo Tierney.
    Interment was in the parish cemetery, where Rev. D. Langan conducted committal rites.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, December 2, 1953, Pittston News Section, Page 40.
Submitted by Claire Moran

Mrs. Thomas Delaney
    Mrs. Thomas Delaney, 40, 1180 Main Street, Port Griffith, died at 10:20 last night [August 9, 1938] in Pittston Hospital where she was admitted as a medical patient on July 26.
    Mrs. Delaney, the former Mary Melvin, was born at Upper Pittston, and had been a resident of Jenkins Township for several years.
    Surviving are her husband and four children, Mary, Helen, Nancy, and Thomas Delaney, Jr.., and a brother Hessel Melvin.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, August 10, 1938, Page 20.

Mrs. Thomas Delaney
    Funeral of Mrs. Thomas Delaney was held Saturday morning [August 13, 1938] from the home, 1180 Main Street, Port Griffith, with numerous friends in attendance.  A requiem mass was celebrated at St. John's Church, Pittston, by Rev. H. T. Kennedy.  Burial was in the parish cemetery.
    Bearers were James Armstrong, Al Martin, Joseph Martin, David Parry, Ruby Hughes, Joseph Gannon.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, August 15, 1938, Page 18
Submitted by Claire Moran

Mrs. Jane Fleming
DEATH NOTICES
FLEMING---In this city [Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania] on Friday, October 7, 1898, of general debility, Mrs. Jane Fleming, aged 75 years.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Evening Leader, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, October 10, 1898, Page 8

Funeral of Mrs. Jane Fleming
    The funeral of Mrs. Jane Fleming, late of Bowman street, will be held from the home of her son, Anthony Fleming on Tuesday [October 11, 1898] at 9:30 a.m..  She died at the home of her son Anthony, of general debility, aged 75 years.  She is survived by three children--Anthony, of Wilkes-Barre, Mrs. John Glynn, of Kingston, and John of Philadelphia. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Evening Leader, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, October 10, 1898, Page 2
Submitted by Claire Moran

Pittston Hunter Dies From Stray Bullet
Hadley's Death Was First Believed Due to Heart Attack
    A 49-year-old Pittston man was hilled by a stray bullet while hunting yesterday morning [December 4, 1961] deep in the woods near Thornhurst.  At first it was thought the victim had suffered a heart attack but later, at the funeral home, the bullet wound was discovered.
    Killed was John F. Hadley, 90 1/2 Searle Street, whose body was found by another hunter at 11 a.m. about four miles in the woods from the highway.  The victim was discovered by Vernon Lewis, 46, of Baltimore, Md., while Lewis was looking for his hunting companion John M. Smith of Thornhurst.
    Authorities at the scene thought that Hadley had died of a heart attack because they did not see any blood or other evidence that he had been shot.  The body was removed from the woods at mid-afternoon after a difficult trek through about four miles of underbrush and trees.
    At the Wesley Franklin Funeral Home, Moscow, the bullet wound was discovered when the body was being undressed in preparation for an autopsy.  Hadley had been wearing a water proof yellow canvass suit which kept the blood from soaking through to where it could be seen.
 
Bullett Shattered Spine
    Dr. Paul E. Kubasko, Lackawanna county coroner, who performed the autopsy, said Hadley died from an internal hemorrhage caused by a stray 30 caliper bullet.  He reported the bullet enter Hadley's left side and came out the right side after passing through the heart and lungs.  Hadley's spine was also shattered by the bullet.
    Dr. Kubasko said Hadley was found seated on the ground.  His gun, which had not been fired, was found lying across his legs.  Hadley had been hunting with Max J. Kowalsky, 57, of 229 Carson Street, Manayunk.  Kowatsky entered the woods with Hadley at 7:30 a.m. but they separated and Kowalsky did not see him again until he was found dead.

Native of Avoca
    Investigation is being conducted by the Lackawanna County district attorney's office and State Trooper Lawrence O'Donnell, Daleville sub-station.
    Hadley was employed as a driver for Pennsylvania Power and Light Company at Pittston, and had worked as a lineman.
    He was born in Avoca, a son of the late Harry and Julia Duffy Hadley.  He attended St. Mary's School, Avoca, and was graduated from Avoca High School.  He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, Hughestown, and its Holy Name Society.
    Surviving are his wife, the former Catherine Harrison; step-mother, Mrs. Kathleen Hadley; children, Mrs. John Donahue, Plainfield, N.J.; John, Jr., Pittston; Anita and Patricia at home; brothers and sisters, Harold, New Jersey; William, Avoca; Earl, Philadelphia; Mrs. Edward Oxford, California; a step-brother James McAndrew, step-sisters Mrs. Thomas Borgan and Mrs. Richard Younkman, all of Avoca.
    Funeral will be held from the Donnelly Funeral Home, 802 Susquehanna avenue, West Pittston, Thursday morning [December 7, 1961] at 9, followed by a Solemn High Mass of Requiem at 9:0 in Blessed Sacrament Church, Hughestown.  Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Pittston.
    Friends may call tonight 7 to 10 and thereafter 2 to 4 and 7 to 10. 
Published in The Times Leader, The Evening News, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Tuesday, December 5, 1961, Page 3
Submitted by Claire Moran

Patrick Hannon, 64, Dies of Pneumonia
    Patrick Hannon, 64, died at 10:45 yesterday morning [September 13, 1938] at his home 327 Johnson Street, Parsons, after one week's illness of pneumonia.
    Mr. Hannon was born in Ireland and had been a resident of the Parsons section since coming to this country more than 40 years ago.  He was a member of St. Dominic's Church, Parsons, and its Holy Name Society.
    Surviving are his wife, who before marriage was Miss Catherine Kelly, and nine children, Patrick, Charles, Gertrude, Kathleen, Ruth, Florence, Mrs. William Owens, Mrs. Matthew Klynott, and Mrs. Martin Muldowney; two brothers, James Hannon of Parsons, and Thomas Hannon of Detroit, Mich., and a sister, Mrs. John Kelly of Parsons. 
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Wednesday, September 14, 1938, Page 20

Patrick J. Hannon
    Scores of friends attended the funeral of Patrick Hannon held yesterday morning [December 16, 1938] from the home, Johnson Street, Parsons.  A solemn requiem mass was celebrated in St. Dominic's Church by Rev. J. J. Walsh, assisted by Rev. J. Hammond, deacon, and Rev. Thomas Jordan, subdeacon.
    Bearers all nephews of Mr. Hannon, were Edward Kelly, Patrick Kelly, Phillip Kelly, Thomas Hannon, John Hannon, and Charles Hannon.  Interment was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Saturday, September 17, 1938, Page 17.
Submitted by Claire Moran

Edward Healey Dies
    Much sorrow was occasioned yesterday [February 5, 1930] by the death of Edward Healey, who for years conducted a barber shop in the Foster building, South Main street.  Mr. Healey died yesterday morning at the home of his niece, Mrs. John Gallagher, 74 Mill street.
    Mr. Healey was born in Hughestown, the son of the late Patrick and Ann Healey, pioneer settlers here.  Deceased was a man of strong character and amiable disposition and was esteemed by all who knew him.  He was a member of St. John's Church, its Holy Name Society, and Pittston Council No. 372, Knights of Columbus.  He leaves the following nieces and nephews:  Mrs. John Gallagher, Mill street; Mrs. Leo P. McDonald, of West Pittston; Mrs. Leo Burns, city [Pittston PA]; Mrs. John Waters, Rock Street; Mrs. Harry Guilfoyle, Utica, N.Y.; Madge and John Dougher, of Brooklyn, N.Y.; Francis and DeRicci Daley, of this city [Pittston PA].
    The body has been removed by Undertaker Charles Donnelly to the home of his brother-in-law, Thomas Dougher, 189 Rock Street, Hughestown, from where the funeral will be held.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Thursday, February 6, 1930, Pittston News Section, Page 20.

Funerals
There was a large delegation of persons present to pay final respects to the memory of Edward Healey, former well known local barber, whose funeral was held from the home of his brother-in-law, Thomas Dougher, 189 Rock Street, Hughestown.  A solemn requiem mass was sung in St. John's church at 9:30 with Rev. John J. Gough as celebrant; Rev. J. L. McHugh deacon, and Rev. W. L. Cawley sub-deacon.  The pall bearers follow:  Charles F. Morgan, William Groux, James J. Lydon, James Philbin, John J. Gallagher, and John F. Carden.  Burial was in St. John's cemetery.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, February 10, 1930, Pittston News Section, Page 21.
Submitted by Claire Moran

John Evans
    John Evans, 57, foreman of the Sheet Metal Shop of the Hudson Coal Company at Parsons for many years, died on Thursday night [March 7, 1935] at his home, 21 Center Street, Courtdale, following a short illness of complications.
    Deceased was born at Nanticoke and resided the greater part of his life in Courtdale.  He was a devout member of Courtdale M. E. Church and was affiliated with Willow Grove Council Jr. O. U. A. M, of Luzerne, and HIllside Lodge, I. O. O. F. of Edwardsville.
    Surviving are his wife, his mother, Mrs. George Evans, at home; two daughters, Mrs. William Powell and Miss Margaret Evans at home; also three brothers, George of Altoona, Joseph of this city, and Theophilus of Kingston; also two sisters, Mrs. Elmer Hallock of Newcastle, and Mrs. William Murray, city.
    The funeral will be held from the late home on Monday afternoon at 2:30.  Interment will be in Trucksville Cemetery.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Saturday, March 9, 1935, Page 15
Submitted by Claire Moran

William D. Gay, Phone Official, Dies
    William D. Gay, 61, former secretary general manager of the Commonwealth Telephone Company at Center Moreland, died last night [March 3, 1935]at 7 o'clock at his home in Center Moreland.
    Mr. Gay was with the telephone company 21 years and in recent years conducted a store at Center Moreland.
    He is survived by his father, Frank, who is in his 91st year, his widow, and the following children:  Clarence of Dallas, Herman of Johnson City, Mrs. Blanche Keithline of Center Moreland, Mrs. Helen Trimble of Kingston, and Joan D. at home.  A sister, Mrs. Mason Sickler of Suttee, and 15 grandchildren also survive.
    Funeral Services will be held from the home on Wednesday afternoon [March 6, 1935] at 2.  Burial will be in the Fitch Cemetery at Lockville.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, March 4, 1935, Page 7
Submitted by Claire Moran

Frank Gay
    Frank Gay, 91, who died late Friday night [November 1, 1935] will be buried this afternoon [November 4, 1935] at 2 from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Nathan Sickler, Lockville.  Services will be in charge of Rev. S. E. Van Scoy, assisted by Rev. Fedor Ether.  Interment will be in Fitch Cemetery.
    Mr. Gay was a deacon of Center Moreland Baptist Church for more than 50 years.  He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Sickler; a sister, May Gay of Kingston, a brother, Albert Gay of Buffalo; nine grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Published in the Wilkes-Barre Record, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Monday, November 4, 1935, Page 24
Submitted by Claire Moran

Mrs. Emma Louise Hunsinger
Mrs. Emma Louise Hunsinger , aged 62 years, of 400 West Tenth Street, died at 11 o’clock last evening, following a stroke of apoplexy suffered a week ago.   She was born in Harwood and spent her early life in Lattinmer and Milnersville, moving to this city twenty years ago. She was a member of the Diamond M.E. Church.    Her husband preceded her in death 11 years ago, having been killed when struck by an auto on Fisher’s Hill, June 13, 1924.   The following children survive: Mrs. Laura Swinesburg, of this city; William, of Lattimer; Mrs. Maude Feaster, Alvin, Mrs. Edwin Klinesmith and Marvin, all attaché of the Plain Speaker mechanical department, all of the city; Arthur, of the United States Army, and Frank and Earl at home. One sister, Mrs. William Craig, of Lattimer; one brother, Austin Klinger, of Lattimer, and sixteen grandchildren also survive.  Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Tuesday Morning, May 14, 1935
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John J. Flaim
John J. Flaim, aged 70 years, died at his home on First Street, Oneida, at 8:30 o’clock last night after an illness of several weeks due to complications.  He was born in Tyrol but had been a resident of Sheppton for the past 40 years. Mr. Flaim was an active member of St. Joseph’s church and of the Sacred Heart of Trent Society.  He was also affiliated with the Verhovay Society.   Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Anna Flaim and the following children, Guide Flaim of Brooklyn; Nicholas Flaim, Oneida; Condido Flaim, Nuremburg; Lewis Flaim at home. Two brothers also survived, Nicholas and Lewis Flaim, of West Hazleton.    The funeral will take place on Saturday morning at 8:30, with requiem high mass in St. Joseph’s church and interment in St. Joseph’s cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, May 16, 1935
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Attorney Kilcullen
A paralytic stroke suffered four months ago caused the death early yesterday of Attorney P.E. Kilcullen, 55, Scranton, federal referee in bankruptcy for the Middle Pennsylvania District, former U.S. Commissioner and widely known as a member of the Lackawanna County Bar. His death occurred in St. Mary’s Keller Memorial Hospital at Scranton. He had been confined there since being stricken.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, May 16, 1935
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Francis Samuel Drasher
Francis Samuel Drasher, aged 60, of 152 North Lee Court, this city, a painter by trade, died at 7:50 a.m. yesterday following four years’ illness. Mr. Drasher was born in Drums, but spent most of his life in Hazleton. He was a member of the Hazleton Aerie of Eagles No. 193 and West Hazleton Council 943, Order of Independent Americans.  Surviving him are his wife, who was formerly Miss Minnie Smith, one son Albert Drasher of Forty Fort and two step-children: Mrs. Harry Kisthardt and Mrs. J. Wilbur Snyder, both of this city. One brother, Edward Drasher of Mahanoy City and a sister, Mrs. Lillian Sachse of Drums, also survive.    The funeral will be held at two o’clock Saturday afternoon from the Grebey funeral parlor, with services by Rev. Homer C. Knox, pastor of the Diamond M.E. Church. Interment will be made in the St. Johns cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, May 16, 1935
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Mrs. Minnie Watkins
Mrs. Minnie Watkins, died at her home in Beaver Meadow, at 11:00 o’clock Sunday morning. She was preceded in death 28 years ago by her husband, the late John E. Watkins. Mrs. Watkins was born in Cornwall, England, June 4, 1857. She came to this country at the age of 11 years and has been a resident of Beaver Meadow since that time.  She was a member of the M.E. church of Beaver Meadow, G.A.R. Relief Corps and American Legion Auxiliary No. 383.  She is survived by the following children: James C., Nanticoke; Mrs. Wm. Fry, Sr., Beaver Meadow, and Harry at home; thirty-four grandchildren and three sisters, Mrs. Wm. Julian, Beaver Meadow; Mrs. George Hopf, Hazleton and Mrs. Ed. Gibbon, Sr., of Beaver Meadow.   The funeral will be held from her home Wednesday at 2 p.m., with Rev. W. Greenough Steele, officiating. Interment in Citizens’ cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, June 24, 1935
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John D. Phillips
John D. Phillips of 560 Lincoln street, a former mine foreman at the Hazleton No. 1 colliery of the Lehigh Valley Coal Company, died at 4:45 a.m. Saturday following a brief illness. Mr. Phillips who lived in Hazleton for many years, retired ten years ago. He was a member of the Hazleton Knights of the Golden Eagle and was prominently identified with Republican politics in the first precinct of the Tweflth ward where he served as judge of election for several years. Years ago he served as a city assessor.  Surviving him are his wife and one son Daniel Phillips of Philadelphia; William Seiple, a stepson of Mahanoy City and a stepdaughter, Mrs. George Yost of Perth Amboy, N.J.   One brother William Phillips of Hazleton and the three sisters: Mrs. William Williams of Nanticoke; Mrs. David Evans and Mrs. James Douse, both of Taylor, Pa., also survive.  The funeral will be held at 2 o’clock this morning with services at the house by Rev. H.C. Bergstresser, pastor of Trinity Lutheran church. Interment will be made in the Vine street cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, June 24, 1935
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Julius F. Wardell
Julius F. Wardell, aged 76 years, of 1238 East Broad Street, Laurel Hill Terrace, died at 12 o’clock last evening, following a protracted illness.  He had suffered a  stroke of apoplexy several years ago and never fully recovered.   He was born in Towanda and located in this section more than fifty years ago, having served as a clerk at the A. Pardee and Co. store, in this city, and the Harwood Company store for a period of 40 years, and retired when stricken ill. He was a member of the First Presbyterian church.  Surviving are his widow and the following children: Mathilda, Mary and Mrs. Florence Fowbell, at home; Mrs. George Metz, of Trucksville; Mrs. A.B. Eister, of Convoy, Ohio; E.B. Wardell, of Schenectady, N.Y., and John Wardell, of this city. Also one brother, Dr. Frank Wardell, of Scranton, and two sisters, Mrs. O.E. Frizbee, of Towanda, and Mrs. Mary Spencer, of Trenton, N.J., and two grandchildren, Lois and Myrle Fowbell.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, June 24, 1935
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Jean Viola Reisenweaver
Jean Viola Resienweaver, aged 15 years, of 650 North Vine street, died at the Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia at 1:25 o’clock yesterday afternoon. She entered that institution six weeks ago and underwent an operation on December 13th.   She was born in Drums, May 10, 1920 and resided in this city practically her entire lifetime. She was a member of the sophomore class of the Hazleton High School; a member of the Christ Lutheran church, and the Luther League of that congregation.  Besides her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Reisenweaver, the following brothers and sisters survive: John, Jr., Betty, Carl, Ruth and Sarah, all at home. The mother was formerly Elsie Smith.  Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 23, 1935
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Agnes Washko
Agnes Washko, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Washko, of 3 East Buttonwood street, died Saturday evening at 5 o’clock from complications. She would have been 14 years of age on Christmas Day. She was a sophomore student at the Hazleton High School.  The funeral will be held Tuesday morning from her late home at 9:00 o’clock. High mass of requiem in St. Mary’s G.C. church at 9:30 o’clock with interment in the parish cemetery.   Surviving are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Washko, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Helen, George Jr., Irene, Joseph, John, Francis, Andrew, Emil, all at home.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 23, 1935
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Mrs. Fred K. Smith
Mrs. Fred K. Smith, age 41 years, a native of Beaver Valley, died at the Berwick Hospital after an illness of two years.   She moved to Berwick when a young girl and had since resided there. Her husband and three children survive.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 23, 1935
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John Bobby
John Bobby, son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Bobby, died in Miami, Fla., Sunday at 2:10 p.m.  He will be removed to the home of his parents at No. 25 Oakdale. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 30, 1935
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S. James Root
S. James Root, 7 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Rollin Root, of Drums, died at the family home yesterday, after being ill with pneumonia, which developed on Tuesday last week. Surviving are his parents and one brother, Robert. His mother was formerly Miss Cora Speece.  The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon from the family home at 2 o’clock, with interment in Drums cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 30, 1935
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John T. Butts
John T. Butts, a native of Nuremberg, who had been a resident of Tamaqua for a number of years, died at his home in that town on Saturday. Burial will be made in Mahanoy City cemetery on Tuesday afternoon.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 30, 1935
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Mrs. Anastasia Lashefsky
Mrs. Anastasia Lashefsky, formerly Anastasia Shyupla, died at 8 a.m., at her home in Centstown, following a few weeks illness.  Surviving her is her husband, Myron Lashefsky and the following children: Joseph, George, Mary, Walter, at home and Mrs. Nick Bizarre, of Beaver Meadow. Two grandchildren, a sister and a brother in Europe, also survive.  Funeral will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m., from the family home. Mass of requiem in Ss. Peter’s and Paul’s Greek Catholic church in Beaver Meadow at 9:30 a.m. Interment in the parish cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 30, 1935
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Infant Died
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Metro Baretski, of Lattimer No. 1, died Sunday morning. Interment was made in St. Mary’s Greek Catholic cemetery. Frank H. Bonin had charge of the funeral. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 30, 1935
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Lloyd Kromis
Lloyd Kromis, 54, died on his farm near Drums at 5:45 yesterday morning after a protracted illness.  Mr. Kromis had been a resident of Drums all his life and had been employed in the milk business. He was a member of the Lutheran church at St. Johns.  Besides Mrs. Kromis, the following children survivie: Wilbur, Freeland; Ralph, White Haven; Mrs. Arlene Drasher, Lulu, Ethel, Victor, Duane, Howard, Gladsie and Claire, all of Drums and Emmett of Detroit.  Three sisters: Mrs. William Johnson, of Freeland; Mrs. John Boyle, Detroit and Mrs. Lulu Boehm, of Bethlehem and one brother Wilbur, of Detroit, survive. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Tuesday Morning, January 9, 1936
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Rev. Raymond P. Maue
Rev. Raymond P. Maue, aged 55 years, died yesterday at 8:30 a.m. at his home, 673 North Locust street from illness after a fall on ice Monday. He was born in Hazleton.   Rev. Maue was ordained an Evangelical minister in Altoona thirty-seven years ago. His first charge was at Polo, Illinois, where he served one year. He then was pastor at Westervelt, Illinois for four years and from there went to a charge at Hooppole, Illinois. After serving there five years, he took a charge at Ottawa, Illinois, where after two years’ service he re-located in Hazleton.  Rev. Maue retained his membership in the church where he was formerly pastor, at Ottawa, Illinois.  He served as a member of the U.S. Army during the Spanish-American War.  Surviving him are his wife, formerly Carrie Stevens, of this city, two daughters, Elizabeth and Sarah, both at home; one sister, Mrs. Carrie Drake, of Philadelphia, and four brothers: Herman Maue, of Sybertsville, Charles Maue, Steven Maue, and Milton Maue, of this city.  The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon, with details of the arrangements to be announced today.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Tuesday Morning, January 9, 1936
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Father Died in Italy
Officer James Melfy, of the city police force, yesterday received word from Italy of the death of his father, Rocco Melfy, Sr., who died on December 17th. Surviving are Officer James Melfy, Mrs. Tito, of Hayes street; Michael Melfy, of Harrison street and Mrs. Benito, living in South American. The wife of the deceased preceded him in death November 9, 1931.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Tuesday Morning, January 9, 1936
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Oscar L. Roth
Oscar L. Roth, died Saturday at 2 p.m. at the home of his daughter, Mrs. L.F. Schreiner, at Drums. He was 78 years old and spent his entire life in Drums.  His wife passed away in April 1931.  He was a member of the Reformed church at St. Johns.  Surviving are the following children: Mrs. John Watson, Drums; Mrs. L.F. Schreiner, Drums and William Roth, Hazleton; also a stepson, Dr. P.C. Lindeman, of Stewardstown, Md., and ten grand children and three great grand children.  The funeral will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Schreiner home. Services will be conducted at 2 o’clock in St. John’s Reformed church, St. Johns. Interment will be made in the St. John’s cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, October 12, 1936
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Edward C. Creasy
Edward C. Creasy, 48, president of Creasy & Wells, lumber merchants of Bloomsburg, died Saturday from a heart attack. His widow and a daughter, Louise, a school teacher at Carlisle, survive.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, October 12, 1936
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Mrs. Charles Kendall
Mrs. Charles Kendall, died at her home in Drifton, at 8:30 o’clock last evening, following a several years’ illness.  She was formerly Emma Schaub, of Freeland, was a life-long resident of the North Side and was one of that region’s most likeable characters.  She was formerly of St. John’s Reformed church of Freeland and took an active part in the affairs of that congregation for many years.  Besides her husband she is survived by two children, Charles, Ja., and Sylvia at home. Also her mother, Mrs. Anna Schaub, of Freeland, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Sylvia Haines, of Philadelphia; Earl Schaub, of Glen Falls, N.Y.; Charles Schaub, of Jamestown, N.Y.; Carl Schaub, of Cleveland, Ohio; Warren Schaub, of Norristown, Pa., Mrs. Charles Davis of Middletown, Jeddo; George, Gordon and Harry Schaub, all of Freeland.  Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, October 12, 1936
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William W. Roth Succumbs at Home to Injuries Sustained in Auto Crash Friday
William Wallace Roth, 74, Sybertsville farmer, who was hurt in an automobile accident on the new Hazleton-Berwick state highway Friday at 6:15 p.m. died at his home Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock. Constantine Evanofski, of 302 Putnam street, West Hazleton, driver of the car involved in the collision, was placed under arrest by Patrolman D.H. James, of the Hazleton State Motor Police on charges of involuntary manslaughter and lodged in the city lockup, pending a hearing.  Mr. Roth was born in Butler Valley and was a resident of the nearby valley section his entire life.   He was a member of Christ Lutheran church, Conyngham.  Surviving him are his wife and the following children: Elmer S. Roth, of Hobbie; Mrs. Frank Eckrote, Rock Glen; Mrs. Willis Knelly, William E. Roth, Alfred Roth, of Syberstville; and Effie at home. The following brothers and sisters, Mrs. Adam Smith, this city; Mrs. Ella Engler, Nanticoke; W.T. Roth, Anna Roth, George Roth, Mrs. Elizabeth Williams, all of Drums; and twenty-one grandchildren also survive. He was an uncle of Sol Smith, desk sergeant on the city police force.  The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock with the services in charge of the Rev. Allen T. Roth. Interment will be made in the cemetery at St. Johns.  Friends may call Monday, between 7 and 9 p.m.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, September 20, 1937
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Michael Merdala
Michael Merdela died yesterday morning at the home of Mrs. Pauline Patrick of R.D. No. 1 Weatherly. He located in Allentown after coming to America, living there for ten years.  He was one of the organizers of the St. John’s Greek Catholic church of Hazleton and was a member up to the time of his death.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, April 29, 1938
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Joseph Allessio
Joseph Allessio, of 109 South Vine street, died at 2:30 a.m. yesterday following seven days’ illness from pneumonia. He was born in Italy and lived here the past sixteen years.  He was a member of the Holy Rossary church and the socity Cittadini Americani, of Hazleton. Surviving him are his wife who was formerly Miss Rose Yaccino and the following children, all of Hazleton: Mary, Thomas, Margaret, Ralph, Lucile and Frank. His parents, and one sister, Mary Allessio and a brother, all of Italy and a brother, Ralph Allessio.  The funeral will be held at 8:30 Saturday morning with a high mass of requiem in the Holy Rosary church. Interment will follow in St. Gabriel’s cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, April 29, 1938
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Mrs. Elizabeth Williams
Mrs. Elizabeth Carolina Williams, aged 84 years, died at 10:30 o’clock last night at her home in Drums following a two weeks’ illness.  She was born in Drums, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Roth. She spent her entire life at Drums.  Her husband, Samuel Williams, preceded her in death 27 years ago.  She was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church.  Surviving are the following children: Hartman Lindeman, Drums; Charles Lindeman, Hazleton; Mrs. Adam Deis, Hazleton; Mrs. Jennie Cook, Hazleton; Mrs. Harry Mumaw, Hazleton; George F. Williams, Davenport, Iowa; Mrs. Florence Beers, Drums; Miss Edna Williams, at home. Twenty-five grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters also survive: Mrs. Adam Smith, Hazleton; Mrs. Ellen Engler, Wilkes-Barre; Mrs. Anna Roth, Drums; George Roth, Drums.  Brief services will be held at the family home Monday, at 1:15 p.m. Continued services in the Lutheran church at St. Johns at 2 p.m. Interment will be made in the church cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, April 29, 1938
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Louis F. Schreiner
Louis F. Schreiner, aged 55, of Drums, died at 6:45 a.m., yesterday following nine months’ illness. He was born at St. Johns, buy lived for many years at Drums. He was a member of St. Johns Reformed church and served as constable in Butler township until he was stricken ill when he resigned and was succeeded by his son Kenneth of Drums.  Surviving him are his wife and the following children: Cameron of Philadelphia; Kenneth and Lucile of Drums. One brother, Harry Schreiner of Weehauken, NJ and the following sisters also survive; Mrs. Stephen Woodring of St. Johns; Mrs. Catherine Hoffsommer of Frackville, Schuylkill county and Mrs. Foster Beisel of Allentown. The funeral will take place Thursday afternoon with services at the house by Rev. T.C. Hesson, pastor of the St. Johns Reformed church. Interment will be made at St. Johns.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Tuesday Morning, August 1, 1939
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Mrs. Harry Drasher
Mrs. Harry Drasher, 51, of 205 East Hemlock street, passed away in her home yesterday following a lingering illness that had its inception four years ago.  She was born in Hobbie, September 6, 1889. Her maiden name being Margaret Knorr.  Mrs. Drasher was a member of Emmanuel’s Reformed church. She is survived by her husband; her mother, Mrs. Edna Knorr, of Wapwallopen; the following children: Melva, Harold, Betty at home; Mrs. Stephen Caccis, Salesbury, Md; and the following brothers and sisters: Palmer Knorr, Wapwallopen; Mrs. Charles Smtih, Wapwallopen; Mrs. Edward Walp, Drums; Roland KNorr, Wapwallopen and Stanley Knorr of Wanamie.  The funeral will be held Thursday (private) from the Grehey funeral parlor  at 2 p.m. with services in charge of Rev. John N. Garner, pastor of Emmanuel’s Reformed church. Interment will be made in the cemetery at St. Johns. Friends may call at the Grehey Funeral parlor Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 o’clock.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Tuesday Morning, August 8, 1939
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Dr. Robert S. Patten
Death has claimed Dr. Robert S. Patten, 65, prominent Danville physician, whose wife is the former Anna Harter Miller of Kingston. He was found dead in bed by the family maid whom he told he was not feeling well and did not wish to be disturbed. Mrs. Patten was visiting in Kingston at the time. Funeral services will be held at Danville this afternoon.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, September 28, 1939
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Daniel Sheerin
Daniel Sheerin, well known resident of McAdoo, died at the Hazleton State Hospital at 5:30 o’clock yesterday afternoon, following an operation that he had undergone recently.  Mr. Sheerin was born at Honey Brook and had spent the greater part of his life on the South Side. He was a member of St. Patrick’s church, and of the Holy Name Society of that congregation.  Surviving are his widow, who was formerly Miss Margaret Munday and one daughter, Anne at home. Five brothers also survive, Peter and Bernard of McAdoo; Edward of Reading; Paul of Kelayees and John Sheerin of Hazleton.  Funeral plans have not been completed.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, September 28, 1939
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George Fulda
George Fulda, resident of Mahanoy City for many years and at one time a resident of Jeanesville, died at his home yesterday after a long illness.  He is survived by a large number of children and several brothers and sisters among whom is Walter Fulda of Quakake.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, September 28, 1939
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John “Top” O’Donnell
John “Top” O’Donnell, a former Carbon county commissioner and well known in this community where he formerly resided died at 2:15 p.m. yesterday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Hiller at Easton. He served as commissioner from 1894 for four years and was a Democratic leader in the senatorial district as well as in his home county.  Mr. O’Donnell was born in East Mauch Chunk. At one time he conducted the Audenried Hotel, being succeeded by the present proprietor, Daniel Gallagher.  He spent considerable time in the mining business in Montana in his younger years.  His funeral will be held from the Height Funeral Home about which further announcement will be made.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, September 28, 1939
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91 Year Old Drums Woman Succumbs (Mrs. Maria Smith)
Mrs. Maria Smith, aged 91 years, of Drums, one of the oldest women in the Hazleton region, died suddenly at 4:30 yesterday morning at the home of her son, William Smith, at the former place.  Her husband Adam Smith, preceded her in death 13 years ago. Mrs. Smith was born in Hollywood, her maiden name being Miss Maria Roth, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Roth. At the age of 18 years she was married to Mr. Smith, the ceremony being performed in this city by the late Rev. Bauer, pastor of Christ Lutheran church in this city.  Mrs. Smith was tendered a testimonial dinner October 1 of last year in honor of her ninety-first birthday anniversary. It was held in St. Johns Lutheran Church of which Rev. J.R. Shuster is pastor and served by the Ladies’ Aid of St. Johns Lutheran Church, of which she was a member.  Plans were being made for a similar event on Saturday October 14 this year. She would have reached her ninety-second birthday anniversary October 18.  Mr. and Mrs. Smith celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary December 24, 1925. On January 7, 1926, her husband passed away.  Surviving her are the following children: William smith, of East Butler; Sol Smith, of 650 North Locust street, desk sergeant at city hall; Edwin Smith, of 628 North Locust street; Aaron Smith of 626 Locust street; Mrs. Minnie Drasher, of 152 North Lee court and Mrs. Clora Schey of 570 Warren avenue, Kingston.  The following brothers and sisters survive in addition to thirty-four grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren.  Wilson Roth, of St. John; George Roth of Drums; Mrs. Ellen Engler of Dorrance and Miss Anna Roth of Drums.  The funeral will take place Saturday afternoon from the home of her son, William, with services at 2 o’clock in St. John’s Lutheran church, St. Johns, by the pastor, Rev. J.R. Shuster. Interment will be in the cemetery at St. Johns.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, September 28, 1939
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Mrs. Elizabeth Zeisloft
Mrs. Elizabeth Zeisloft, formerly of Freeland and Hazleton, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Sidney N. Darby, 226 Parke street, Pittston, at 11:45 p.m. Tuesday, after a two weeks illness. She was a member of the Zion Evangelical church of this city. She was amember of the Zion Evangelical church of this city. Surviving are the following children: Elmer, Gloucester, NJ; Mrs. Walter A. Powers, of Northfield, NJ; Carrie, a missionary stationed at Carbago, Costa Rica; John, of Weatherly; Earle, of Centralia; Mrs. Darby, of Pittston; Mrs. Harold Coon, of Binghamton, NY; Mrs. T. Howard Moses, of Reading; and Marvin, of this city.  Also surviving are the following step-children: Calvin, of Kingston; Stanley, of Toledo, Ohio; Mrs. James Briggs and Mrs. Cora Weeks, of Freeland. The following brothers also survive: Warner, Eli, Aaron and Reinhold.  The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the Darby home. Interment will be in the West Pittston cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, November 16, 1939
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Mrs. Mary Buchman
Mrs. Mary Buchman, widow of Frank Buchman, formerly of Laurytown, died in the Allentown General Hospital yesterday at the age of 79 years. For the past number of years she made her home in Allentown. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Fred Hoffman and Mrs. Agnes Snyder, of Allentown. The funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Allentown, the cortege coming to Weatherly where interment will be made in the Union Cemetery about 2:30 p.m.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, November 16, 1939
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George Sell, Sr
George Sell, Sr., of 608 Grant street, this city, died last evening at 9:20 o’clock at his home. He was born in Germany of January 2, 1860 and has resided in Hazleton for the past 56 years, where he was a building contractor. He was a member of the Grace Reformed church.  Surviving are his widow, Pauline Sell and the following children: P. G. Sell, Mrs. Arnold Schnorr, Carl, Walter, Ernest, Paul and William all of this city; Mrs. Paul Montague of Lattimer; Mrs. Cletus Mulligan of Newark, NJ and Mrs. Kenneth Will of Philadelphia.  Funeral services will be private and will be held from the late home Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock, in charge of Rev. W.Y. Gebhart, pastor of the Grace Reformed church. Interment will be in Vine street cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening between 7 and 9 o’clock.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, November 16, 1939
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George Patterson Gardiner
George Patterson Gardiner, 39, of 207 North Broad Street, West Hazleton, died at the State Hospital at 6:30 o’clock last night, of injuries suffered in an accident at work several weeks ago. He was employed as assistant mine foreman at the Cranberry colliery. Surviving are his widow, a daughter, Lorraine; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Gardiner, of Lansford, and a sister, Mrs. Emerson Houghton, of West Pittston.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, August 2, 1940 
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Elisabetha Rippel
Miss Elisabetha Rippel, aged 89 years, died at her home, 610 Grant street, at 8 o’clock last night after an illness of twelve days.  Surviving her are two sisters, Louise H. Rippel and Martha M Rippel, both at home. The latter was a teacher in the Hazleton city schools for many years. Funeral plans have not been compiled.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, August 2, 1940 
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Joseph Skawinski
Joseph Skawinski of 505 Ridge avenue, West Hazleton, died yesterday at 9:45 a.m., after a few weeks illness. He was born in Poland, but was a resident of West Hazleton the past twenty-six years. He was a member of the Transfiguration Church. His wife preceded him in death seventeen years ago. Surviving him are the following children: Walter, Mrs. Anthony Marnell, Hazleton; Frank and Jenny at home.  The funeral will be held Monday morning at 9 o’clock from the late residence with requiem high mass in the Transfiguration church at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be made in the parish cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, August 2, 1940 
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North James St. Woman Taken Sick Enroute to First Presbyterian Church (Lillie Mae Maue)
Mrs. Lillie Mae Maue, 59, of 610 North James street, this city, died suddenly last evening, in the first Presbyterian church. Mrs. Maue, who is the wife of Charles Maue, attaché of the P.P. and L. Co., was taken ill at Broad and Vine streets, enroute to the church service, and managed to get to the edifice and was taken into the Sunday School rooms, where she died a short time later.  She was a member of the First Presbyterian church and of the Home Department, of that church. She was born in Upper Lehigh, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Drasher, and lived for a time in Butler Valley.  Surviving are her husband, the following children: Mrs. Alma Steward, of Harleigh; Russell, William, Charles, Jr., Paul, Anna, Harry and Phyllis, allof this city; the following sisters and brother: Mrs. Joseph Radley, Mrs. Viola Deisler, of this city; Mrs. Myron Launsburry, of Binghamton, NY; Henry Drasher, of Binghamton, NY; an aunt Mrs. Elmina Williams, of this city; and five grandchildren. No arrangements have been made yet for the funeral.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Mondy Morning, February 24, 1941 
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Hugh Breslin
Hugh Breslin, of house 112 Middletown, Jeddo, engineer at the Highland No 5 colliery of the Jeddo-Highland Coal Company for the past 42 years, died Monday night at 11:30 o’clock at his home after a three-weeks illness.  He was a resident of the North Side for over sixty years. He was born and reared at Jeddo and was the son of the late Neil and Jane Breslin, who were among the earliest settlers on the North Side.  He was active in union circles and was one of the first organizers in his district. He was a member of St. Ann’s R. C. church, Freeland, and the Holy Name Society of that parish. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Genevieve, a Hazle Township teacher; Catherine, a registered nurse at the Hazleton State Hospital; Mrs. Charles Brown, of Elizabeth, NJ, and Cornelius, of Shoppton. The funeral will be held Friday morning at 9 o’clock with a solemn high mass of requiem at 9:30 o’clock in St. Ann’s church, Freeland. Interment will be in the parish cemetery at Woodside. Two grandchildren also survive.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, March 5, 1941 
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John P. Murphy
John P. Murphy, of Burlington, Vt., aged 65, prominent men’s clothing store owner, died at his home after a year’s illness caused by a paralytic stroke. He was often a visitor in Hazleton. He, his wife and daughter, were guests of Dr. and Mrs. James J. Falvello. Mrs. Falvello was a niece of Mr. Murphy’s. Mr. Murphy is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Tracy Harrington, wife of a United States army captain now stationed at Fort George Mende, Admiral, Md.  Dr. and Mrs. Falvello left Monday night for Burlington to attend the funeral which will be held today with services in St. Patrick’s Cathedral at Burlington. Interment will be made in the Cathedral cemetery. Dr. Falvello will return home Thursday.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, March 5, 1941 
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Mrs. Sarah Jane Snyder
Mrs. Sarah Jane Snyder, 78, died at the home of Mrs. May Jones, Albert Corners, following an illness. She was a member of Albert Methodist church and Ladies’ Aid Society. Funeral Services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 with burial in Ripplestown cemetery at Albert.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, March 5, 1941 
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Michael  J. Moran
Michael J. Moran, former resident of Weatherly, died in the Sacred Heart Hospital in Allentown, Wednesday. He was last employed as towerman for the Lehigh Valley at South Plainfield but pensioned a few years ago. He last both lower limbs in a railroad accident a number of years ago being employed as a trainman at that time. The deceased was age 67 and is survived by one sister, Miss Nellie Moran, of East Mauch Chunk and one brother, William of Allentown. The funeral will take place  Saturday morning with the requiem mass in the church of the Immaculate Conception, Mauch Chunk at 10:30. Burial will be made in the St. Nicholas’ cemetery, Weatherly.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 7, 1941 
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Daniel Bankes
Daniel Bankes of Rock Glen, died yesterday morning at his home. He is survived by his widow, Jane Bankes, and the following children: Elmer of Berwick; Mrs. Gertrude Bason of Bloomsburg; Henry of Beaver Valley; Lloyd of Millville; Mrs. Fanny Herring and William Bankes of Rock Glen. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the late residence with public services at the Mt. Grove church at 2:30 o’clock and interment in the Mt. Grove cemetery adjoining the church.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 7, 1941 
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Mrs. Rose Keenan
Mrs. Rose Keenan, of 902 Ridge St., Freeland, died at her home at 10 o’clock last night following a 2 weeks’ illness of complications. She spent nearly all her life in Oakdale, locating in Freeland about 3 years ago. Her husband, the late Charles Keenan, who served as a nine foreman for the Jeddo-Highland Coal Co., preceded her in death 5 years ago. A member of St. Anns’ R.C. church, of Freeland, she was also a member of the Altar and Rosary Society of that parish and a member of the Catholic Women’s Club. Surviving are 1 son, Thomas Keenan, of the U.S. Army now stationed at Mitchell Field; 1 brother and 1 sister, both in Ireland. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 7, 1941 
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Karl H Conner
Karl H. Conner, a former resident of Hazleton and who for the past quarter of a century had bee located in Bethlehem, where he was an attaché of the P.P. &L. Co. staff, died at his home, 243 North New Street in Bethlehem, after a lengthy illness. When a resident of Hazleton he was a member of the Hazle Sextette Club and was well known throughout this section. His late father, Lloyd Conner managed the Hazle Brewing Co., here for some years.  Surviving are his widow, formerly Estelle Harris of Bethlehem, his step-mother, Mrs. Lloyd Conner of Bethlehem and a step-sister, Mrs. Edwin Longnecker of Philadelphia. Funeral services will be held from the Grim Funeral Home, 817 West Broad street, Bethlehem o Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Friends may call Friday evening from 7 to 9 o’clock. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 7, 1941 
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Rev. James Dougherty
Rev. James Dougherty, who served the Jeddo-Milnesville-Lattimer Methodist churches in 1910-11 and Beaver Meadows Methodist church in 1935-36; died at Phillipsburg in the western part of the state. He entered the Central Pennsylvania Methodist Conference in 1900. While serving local charges he boarded in Hazleton. The funeral was held in Utahsville.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 7, 1941 
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Samuel G. Wear
Samuel G. Wear, age 75, of Broad street, Beaver Meadows, died at 2 yesterday morning in the Mercy Hospital at Wilkes-Barre where he received medical treatment since Sunday. His wife, who was formerly Miss Janet McTaggart, of Jeanesville, preceded him in death 36 years ago. Mr. Wear was born at Beaver Meadows and was located there all his life. His parents were the late Samuel and Elizabeth Wear. He was a moulder by trade and worked at the Jeanesville Iron Works, the Weatherly Foundry and Machine Company and the plant of the Olivers Filters, Inc., in this city. He retired from active service ten years ago. Surviving him are the following children: Robert and Mrs. Alvin Schugard, of this city; Mrs. Russell Powell, of Bethlehem and Donald Wear, of Beaver Meadows.  The funeral will be held privately at 2 o’clock Saturday afternoon from the Grebey Funeral Home on East Broad street, this city. Services will be conducted by Rev. Frederick B. Crane, pastor of the First Presbyterian church. Interment will be in the Citizens cemetery at Beaver Meadows at the convenience of the family. Friends may call Friday evening.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 7, 1941 
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Pasquale Giannico
Pasquale Giannico, aged 58, of 578 Harrison street, this city, died at the State Hospital at 12:30 p.m. yesterday. He was taken ill at 10:30 Thursday night and admitted to the institution at 7:45 yesterday morning.  Mr. Giannico had been a resident of this city for many years and at the time he was stricken was employed as a gardener at High Acres for Mrs. Mary Markle. He was a member of the Most Precious Blood Church. He is survived by one brother, Daniel and one sister, Mrs. Dana DeCarlo, both of Detroit. His mother, Mrs. Anna Rose Giannico, three nephews and three nieces, all of this city, also survives.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Saturday Morning, April 26, 1941 
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Charles William Fisher
Charles William Fisher, aged 54 of 525 Washington street, Freeland, died at 12:37 a.m. yesterday at the State Hospital where he underwent two major operations since March 7. His wife, formerly Martha Smith, of St. Johns, died 23 years ago.  He was born at Freeland and was a resident of that town all his life. His parents were the late John and Mary (Hess) Fisher. He was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran church at Freeland and was engaged in the livery and trucking business.  Surviving him are the following children: Pearl, Mary and Edward at home. One brother, harry Fisher of Freeland and two sisters, Mrs. John Shore of Freeland and Mrs. Benjamin Martin, of this city, also survive. The funeral will be held 2 o’clock Monday afternoon. Services will be conducted in St. Luke’s Lutheran church at Freeland by the pastor, Rev. Fred Haffner. Interment will be in the Freeland cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Saturday Morning, April 26, 1941 
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Milton Wilson Maue
Milton Wilson Maue, 57, of 27 West Noble street, this city, died last evening at the Hazleton State Hospital at 7:15 o’clock. He was born in this city July 29, 1884, the son of Jacob and Christina Eckrote Maue, and was a member of the Zion’s Evangelical Congregational Church of this city. He was employed for the Luzerne County Gas and Electric Company for about 15 years. His wife was formerly Laura Eroh died three years ago; and he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ruth Strunk, of Schwenksville; four grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. W.E. Drake, of Philadelphia; Charles Maue, Herman Maue and Stephen Maue, of this city.  Funeral services will be private and will be held from the Bachman Funeral Home Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock, with interment in St. Johns cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening from 7 to 9 o’clock.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, October 10, 1941 
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Mrs. Maria Nicola Potetti
Mrs. Maria Nichola Potetti, died at 3:30 o’clock yesterday afternoon at the Hazleton State Hospital, where she was been receiving treatment since October 3, for injuries received in a fall down the steps at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Peter Collice of 119 North Wyoming street, with whom she resided. She was a member of the Most Precious Blood Church of this city.  Her husband, Daniel Potetti preceded her in death one year ago, and surviving are the following children: Mrs. Peter Collice of this city; Mrs. Samuel DeLeonardis of Pottstown; Andrew, Mrs. Rocco DeLeonardis and Mrs. Andrew Matz, of Hazleton. The following brothers and sisters also survive: Jacob and Michael Spallone, Mrs. Michael Yacovelli, Joseph Spallone, Mrs. Joseph Sando, Anthony Spallone, all of this city, as well as sixteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.  The funeral will be held Monday morning from the residence of her daughter, Paul Collice, of 119 North Wyoming street, at 9 o’clock, with solemn high mass of requiem at the Most Precious Blood church at 9:30 o’clock and interment in the parish cemetery. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, October 10, 1941 
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Mrs. John Novak
Mrs. Apolonia Novak, wife of John Novak of 10 Spring street, Upper Lehigh died at the State Hospital at 8:15 a.m. yesterday. She was admitted to the institution Monday and operated on Tuesday.  Born in Austria Hungary, she came to this country over 50 years ago, residing in Upper Lehigh since that time. She was a member of St. John’s Roman Catholic Church of Freeland and of St. Michael Society.  Surviving are her husband; three children: Mrs. John Gretchen and Mrs. Peter Kostick of Freeland and John Jr. at home; a brother Joseph Straka of Latrobe; ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, October 10, 1941 
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Mrs. Augusta C. Redmer
Mrs. Augusta C. Redmer, aged 78, of Drums, died at 6:20 a.m. yesterday, after an illness of several years. Her husband, August Redmer, preceded her in death in November 1937.  Mrs. Redmer was a charter member of West Hazleton Trinity Lutheran church. She is survived by the following children: Albert Redmer, Martin Redmer, Fred Redmer and Norman Redmer, of Chicago; Mrs. Rex Troup, of East Lansing, Mich.; Helen of New Hampshire; Mrs. William Chegwidden of Unionville, NY; Louis Redmer, Innie Redmer, at home and Carl Redmer, of Newark, NJ. Eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren also survive.  The following brothers and sisters also survive: Mrs. Charles Rothacker, of Minersville; Mrs. Matilda Williams, of Long Island, YN; Ernest Splatt, of Reno, Nevada; August Splatt, of Albany,NY and Fred Splatt, of Schnectady, NY.  The funeral will be held privately Saturday afternoon with services at the Krapf Funeral Home, 100 North Broad Street, West Hazleton. Services will be in charge of Rev. J.J. Neudoerffer, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church at West Hazleton. Interment will be in the Vine Street cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening from 7 to 9.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, October 10, 1941 
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Mrs. Susan Shortz
Mrs. Susan Shortz, age 60 years, died at her home in Dorrance on Saturday. Surviving are her husband, Fred Shortz and the following children, Fred Shortz, Jr., at Dorrance and Charles and Ethel of Detroit, also survive.  The funeral will be held from the Hippensteel Funeral home at Hobbie on Monday at 1:30 with Rev. C.L. Hahn officiating. Interment will be made in Dorrance cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 22, 1941 
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Jacob Hoffman
Jacob Hoffman, aged 69, of Drums, died at his home on Sunday morning.  Surviving are his widow, Lydia and the following children: William, Howard, Jacob, Thomas and Mrs. Harry Cook, of Drums and a son Earl at home.  Services will be held at the family home on Tuesday at 1 p.m. and will be followed further services at 1:30 at the Seven Day Adventist Church at Drums with Rev. Demeski officiating. Interment will be made in Drums cemetery. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 22, 1941 
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Mrs. Helen E Zaner
Mrs. Helen E. Zaner, aged 75 years, of Weatherly, formerly of Nescopeck died at her home on Saturday morning. She had moved to Weatherly from Nescopeck in February last.  Her husband Clemuel Zaner, died some years ago. Surviving are two sons, Bruce of Berwick and Freas of Bloomsburg.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 22, 1941 
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John (Lescisin) Leshko
John (Lescisin) Leshko of 146 Kiefer avenue, died at 6 o’clock Saturday morning at the State Hospital following a brief illness. He was admitted on December 12.  He was a member of St. Mary’s Greek Catholic Church.  Surviving are his widow and the following children: Mrs. Mary Cola, McAdoo; Mrs. John Evans, Cleveland, O.; Andrew and Mrs. Ella Zacharczyk, at home and John of Hazleton.  The funeral will be held Tuesday at 9 a.m. from the family home, 146 Keifer avenue. Requiem high mass in St. Mary’s G.C. church at 9:30 a.m. Interment in St. Michael’s G.C. Cemetery, McAdoo. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, December 22, 1941 
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Harry L. Lukens
Harry L. Lukens, 66, pensioned mail carrier of Mount Carmel and a brother of Mrs. George Lentz, of this city, died at 3 o’clock yesterday afternoon in the Ashland Hospital.  The funeral will be held from the family residence, 442 West avenue, Mount Carmel, at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon. Burial will take place in the Mount Carmel cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, February 11, 1942 
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Charles Hardke
Charles Hardke, 68, of Schenectady, NY, died at his home Monday. Mr. Hardke was a former local resident.  Among the local survivors are the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Charles Shirmer, Mrs. John Schraeder, William Hardke, Tina Ritz and Mrs. Stellwagon.  The funeral will be held Thursday from the Bond Funeral Home in Schenectady with interment in that city.  Mrs. Shirmer, Mrs. Schraeder and William Schraeder of West Hazleton, and Mrs. Lewis Schaefer of White Haven, will attend the funeral.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, February 11, 1942 
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Patricia Yoch
Patricia Yoch, four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Yoch of Coatesville, formerly of Hazleton, died at the Coatesville Hospital at 9 o’clock last evening. The family moved to Coatsville recently.  In addition to her parents, she is survived by the following bothers and sisters: Betty Jane, Anna, Sally and Peter, Jr. Funeral services will be private, and will be held from her home in Coatseville this afternoon. Interment will be in St. Gabriel’s cemetery, this city.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, February 11, 1942 
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Mrs. Anna Elizabeth Roth
Mrs. Anna Elizabeth Roth, 87, of Drums, died yesterday at the home of her son-in-law, Benjamin A. Miller, of Drums. She had been ill of complications the past six days. Born in St. Johns, Mrs. Roth resided in that region her entire life. She was the oldest member of the St. John’s Reformed church of St. Johns and of the Queen Esther Bible Class, of that Sunday School.  Her husband, Philip Roth, died in 1933, and surviving are the following children: Mrs. Jacob Boock, of Sugarloaf; Simon Roth , of Drums; Philip Roth, of Trenton; George Roth, of Weatherly and Mrs. Benjamin Miller, of Drums. Also surviving are one brother, William Fritzinger, of Hazleton; 16 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.  The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock, from the miller residence in Drums, with continued services at St. John’s Reformed church at 2:30 o’clock. Interment will be in St. John’s cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, February 11, 1942 
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Andrew Wargo
Andrew Wargo, 42, of Lansford died suddenly on Saturday in the Coaldale Hospital. He had been a patient of the institution since Friday.  Born in Upper Lehigh he moved to Coaldale in 1912 where he lived for sometime.  Survivors are his wife, nee Mary Zaleha; a son John, aviation cadet in the U.S. Marine Corps, stationed at Cherry Point, NC, and a daughter, Betty, at home. The following brothers and sisters also survive; Mrs. Michael Tomasko, Hazleton; Mrs. Andrew Jacobs, Lansford; John, Lansford; Michael, Bethlehem; John Terry, Coaldale; George and Joseph, Coaldale.  The funeral will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the home with continued services at  2 p.m. in St. John’s Slovak Evangelical Lutheran church, Lansford. Rev. John Kovacik, pastor, will officiate. Interment in the parish cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, February 1, 1943 
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Ario C. Eckrote
Ario C. Eckrote, of Schnecksville, R.D., former resident and blacksmith of Sybertsville, passed away in the Allentown Hospital Saturday afternoon, following an illness of six months. He was stricken with a heart attack on Friday. Mr. Eckrote was born at Conyngham and was a son of Aaron and Amanda Knelly Eckrote. He was well known in the Hazleton region, having been a resident of Sybertsville for many years. He maintained blacksmith business in that town for twenty years and also operated the Hazleton-Sybertsville but for several years.  Seven years ago he purschased the “Wishing Tree Grove” in Schnecksville, where he located. He had been employed by the Mack Truck Company up to the time of his illness six months ago.  He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran church of Hazleton; the Schnecksville Sunday School and the Woodmen of the World. Surviving is his wife the former Rettie V. Zellner; his mother, Mrs. Amanda Eckrote, of Conyngham, and the following children: Mrs. Fred Heckrote, Conyngham; Mrs. William A. Adams, Jr., Conyngham; Ralph, a garageman in this city; Mrs. Victor Kirchdoerfer, Allentown; Mrs. George Ernst, Conyngham; Mrs. Warren Wotring, Schnecksville; Mrs. Kermit Deibert, Fullerton; four brothers, Mosias Eckrote, Bloomsburg; Frank Eckrote, Rock Glen; Charles Eckrote, Sybertsville and Oscar Eckrote, Conyngham.  The funeral will be held from the residence at Schnecksville, R.D. Wednesday at 2 p.m. in charge of Rev. H. Clay Bergstresser, pastor of the Trinity Lutheran church, Hazleton. Interment will be made in the Unionville cemetery, near Schnecksville. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 o’clock. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, February 1, 1943 
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Hartman Lindeman
Hartman Lindenman, 78, who made his home with his sister, Mrs. Florence Beers, of Drums, R.D. No. 1 died at that place at 5:30 o’clock, last evening, following a three years’ illness of complications. He was a member of the Lutheran Church at St. Johns.  Surviving are the following sisters and brothers: Charles Lindenman, Mrs. Adam Deis, Mrs. Jennie E. Cook, Mrs. Harry Mumaw, all of this city; George Williams, of Davenport; Miss Edna Williams, of Drums and Mrs. Beers.  Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, March 4, 1943 
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Jerilynn T. Frey
Word has been received by Mr. and Mrs. William Frey, of Beaver Meadows, of the death of their infant grandchild, Jerilynn T. Frey, 6 ½ months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Frey Jr., of 70 Main street, Norwalk, Conn.  The baby died at the Norwalk Hospital, after having been ill only a few days. She is survived by her parents and one brothers, William. The parents were former residents of Beaver Meadows and Mrs. Fred was formerly Miss Geraldine Leppler daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Leppler, of Weatherly. Burial will take place at Norwalk.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, March 4, 1943 
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Mrs. Ruth A. Roth
Mrs. Ruth A. Roth, 84, of 599 Peace street, passed away in her home last night at 10 o’clock from complications. Born in Hazleton, she was a resident here her entire life. Mrs. Roth was a member of the Diamond Methodist church. She is survived by the following children:  Irvan Roth, of Lebanon; Lester Roth, Mrs. Minnie Walter and Mrs. Gertrude Kishbach, all of this city; and Day Roth, of Drums, R.D. A daughter, Mrs. Thomas Staples, passed away two years ago and her husband passed away in 1918. Twenty-eight grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren also survive.  The funeral (private) will be held from the late residence Saturday at 2 p.m. with services in charge of the Rev. Gordon Hinkle, pastor of the Diamond Methodist church. Interment will be made in the Mountain View cemetery. Friends may call Friday afternoon and night until 9 o’clock.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, April 7, 1943 
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Henry Walker, Sr.
Henry Walker, Sr., a former resident in the Turse apartments on East Broad street, passed away in Nanticoke at the age of 90.  Born in Old Sugarloaf, the son of Patrick and Elizabeth Lemmon Walker, he was employed as hoisting engineer for A. Pardee & Co. for a number of years, and later was engaged by the former Kellmer Piano Company. He had been engaged as a fireman in the State Hospital for 14 years. Mr. Walker was a member of the Presbyterian Church; the Pioneer Fire Company since 1878, and the Knights of Pythias. Although of an advanced age, he had been in good health until four months ago.  Surviving are the following children: Henry Walker, Jr., of this city; Mrs. Frank Mumaw, Philadelphia; Joseph Walker, Philadelphia; Mrs. Morgan Leonard, Scranton; Mrs. Bessie Englebrecht, Scranton; Mrs. Mabel Waters, Scranton; Theodore Walker, Wilkes-Barre; James Walker of the U.S. Army and Robert, of Atlantic City. Fifteen grandchildren, three great grandchildren and one great great grandchildren also survive.  Indications point toward the funeral being held Friday from the Grebey Funeral Home, but details will not be completed until the arrival of a daughter, Mrs. Frank Mumaw, of Philadelphia. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, April 7, 1943 
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Emma Louise Eckroth
Emma Louise Eckroth, of Girardsville, passed away in the Hazleton State Hospital at 2:30 o’clock yesterday afternoon following an illness of several months.  She was a member of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mahanoy City.  Surviving are Joseph Eckroth, Mahanoy City, Frank Eckroth, Shenandoah; Mrs. John Wylan, Frankville; Caroline Eckroth, Laskside; Ruth and Mary Eckroth, of Tamaqua. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Tuesday Morning, May 4, 1943 
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Willis R. Knelly, Jr., Sugarloaf Killed in Automobile Accident
Willis Roth Knelly, Jr., 24, of Sugarloaf R.D., was killed when his car left an icy curve on the Conyngham-Sugarloaf road near his home Sunday morning at 12:10 o’clock, and crashed head-on against a tree. The car turned over after striking the tree and was badly damaged. Local Pennsylvania State Police who are investigating the crash stated last night that details will be complete today.  Local State Hospital records indicate that the victim was taken to the institution by Gordon Wagner and Samuel Yost, of Sugarloaf and Lorenzo Mummey, of Bloomsburg. Deputy Coroner John J. Salvator, Jr., viewed the body and issued a certificate of death caused by a fracture of the neck, internal hemorrhages and broken jaw as the result of the accident.  Mr. Knelly was  a member of the Lutheran Church in Conyngham.  He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willis Knelly, a brother, Paul and two sisters, Anetta and Elva Knelly, all at home.  The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the family residence and will be private. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 6 to 10 p.m. Burial will take place in the Conyngham Union cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, January 17, 1944 
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Mrs. Williard E. Drake
Mrs. Willard E. Drake, of 142 North Millick street, West Philadelphia, died at 7:30 o’clock, last evening, at the Presbyterian Hospital Philadelphia, after undergoing an operation several weeks ago. Mrs. Drake was the former Carrie Maue daughter of the late Jacob and Christian Maue of this city. She was born August 11, 1876, and left this city about forty years ago.  Surviving are her husband, and three brothers, Charles and Stephen Maue of this city and Harman Maue of Harrisburg.  The body is to be brought to this city on Sunday and the funeral will be held privately from the Bachman Funeral Home on Monday morning at 10 o’clock, with interment in the Vine street cemetery. Friends may call at the Funeral Home on Sunday evening between 7 and 9 o’clock.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 21, 1944 
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Mrs. John DeBelles
Mrs. John DeBelles, of Rochester, New York, formerly of this city, died yesterday morning. She had been ill for several weeks.  Surviving are her husband, John DeBelles, and the following children: Neil, Amelia, Yolanda, Adam, at home; and Salvadore, Elvida and Demetrio, of the U.S. Army. Funeral arrangements are in complete. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 21, 1944 
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Joseph Pawlik
Joseph Pawlik (Pavlick), of 340 West Elm St., died at the Mercy Hospital in Wilkes-Barre Thursday at 8:25 p.m.  He was admitted February 25th, as a surgical patient.  He was employed at the Hazleton Shaft and was a member of St. Stanislaus Church.  Surviving him are his wife and the following children: John, of Hazleton; Catherine, at home; Mrs. Joseph Kushmider, of Hazleton; Frances, Emily, Helen, Anna, Alice, Jeane, at home.  Funeral arrangements are not completed.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 21, 1944 
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Benjamin Griffiths
Benjamin Griffiths, 66, of Mount Carmel formerly of Aristes, died at the Pottsville hospital where he had been under treatment for some time.  Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Bryon Lindner, Ringtown, and Mrs. Tinney, of Mt. Carmel; two sons, Lawrence and Robert Griffiths, both of Baltimore; four sisters, Mrs. William Fields and Mrs. Harry Brown, both of Hazleton; Mrs. Hannah Riddle and Mrs. Earl Van Horn, both of Allentown; two brothers, Howard and Charles Griffiths, both of Hazleton.  The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the Billig Funeral Home in Numidia, where services will be conducted at 1 o’clock. Burial will follow at Aristes. Friends may call the hours of seven and nine p.m. Friday.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 21, 1944 
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Frank Barletta
Frank Barletta, well known resident of Hazleton, died at his home at 202 South Cedar street at 8:05 a.m. yesterday after a brief illness. He worked for many years as a laborer at the Hazle Mines slopes of the Lehigh Valley Coal Co. Mr. Barletta was a member of the Holy Rosary church and of the Sacred Heart Society of that congregation.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rose Barlette and the following children: Mrs. Angenine Carelli, Anthony , Joseph, Mrs. Mary Verano, of Hazleton; Dominic, of Philadelphia; Anna, at home; Mrs. Nicholas Matz, of Hazleton and Sergt. Leonard Barletta, who is with the WEF in England. The funeral will be held Saturday at 8:30 a.m. Reguiem High Mass will be offered at Holy Rosary church at 9 a.m. Interment will be made in St. Gabriel’s cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 21, 1944 
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Mrs. Emma Roth
Mrs. Harrison Roth, nee Emma Shepperly, 57, died yesterday at 3:15 a.m. at Hazleton State Hospital after being ill for four days.  Born in Sugarloaf Valley, the daughter of Henry and Mary Ann Shepperly, she lived in Hazleton for 28 years and moved to Drums four years ago.  She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran church.  Surviving are her husband and the following children: Mrs. Edward Hinkle, Akron,O.; Mrs. John Glace, Drums; Walter, Mertztown, Pa.; Mrs. Ruth Kellmer, Walnutport; Robert, a private in the army at Fort Lewis, Washington; Mrs. Mable Cressman, Drums and Miss Grace Roth of Drums. Her brothers are William Shepperly, Conyngham and Christ Shepperly, Hazleotn and Mrs. Lucy Houseknecht of Drums and Amanda Houseknecht of Sybertsville, are sisters. Seven grandchildren also survive.  The funeral will be held from the Grebey Funeral home Thursday at 2 p.m. with Rev. H. Clay Bergstresser officiating. Interment will be made in the Conyngham cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Tuesday Morning, December 12, 1944 
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Frederick Lauderburn
Frederick Lauderburn, aged 81, died Saturday in the Lancaster Hospital, Lancaster, after a short illness from ailments due to his advanced age.  The deceased was a resident of Weatherly for many years and a son of the late A.J. and Mrs. Lauderburn, prominent residents. The remains will be brought to Weatherly for burial Thursday, arriving here by auto about noon.  He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. O.S. Weble, of Lancaster, with whom he resided.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, January 3, 1945 
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Infant Son Died
A son born at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Pottsville, to Cpl. And Mrs. John J. Mikula, Jr., of 626 Grenwood avenue, Pottsville, died at the institution.  The parents were former residents of Hazleton. The mother was the former Mary Campbell. The father is now serving in the U.S. Army overseas.  Burial was made in St. Gabriel’s cemetery, this city, by Funeral Director Stephen Beckley.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, January 3, 1945 
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Biaggio Tucci
Biaggio Tucci, of 160 South Pine street, died Saturday night at 10:30 after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his wife eight years ago.  He was employed at the Hazleton Shaft colliery for a number of years and was a member of the Holy Rosary church and of the Holy Name Society affiliated with the parish.  Surviving are these children: Joseph, U.S. Navy, Coral Gables, Florida; Frank, employed at the Benjamin Iron and Steel Works, Hazleton; and James, serving with the armed forces in Germany. One brother Frank and a sister are living in Italy.  Funeral services will be conducted at 8:45 a.m. Thursday with a solemn high mass of requiem in the Holy Rosary church of 9:30 and interment in St. Gabriel’s cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, January 3, 1945 
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Mrs. Lloyd Daubert
Mrs. Nettie Daubert, wife of Lloyd Dauber, of 1157 Schwabe street, Freeland, died suddenly at 3 o’clock yesterday morning.  A daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Hoffman, she was born at Freeland, spent all her life on the North Side and was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran church, Freeland.  Surviving are her husband and six children: Mrs. Michael Stower, of Baltimore, Md.; Nettie, of Philadelphia; Winifred, Emma and Lloyd, Jr., all at home and Edward, with the 8th Air force in England. Also surviving are three grandchildren; five sisters: Mrs. Josiah Heller, of Drums; Mrs. William Heller, of Brooklyn, NY; Mrs. Calvin Eckrote, Mrs. Guy Ervin and Mrs. Roy Seiwell, all of Freeland, and a step-brother, Conrad Hoffman, of Hopewell, Virginia.  The funeral will be held of Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Nagel funeral home of Birkbeck street, Freeland. Services will be in charge of Rev. F.D. Haffner, pastor of St. Luke’s church and interment will be in the Freeland cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, January 3, 1945 
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James P. Bradbury
James P. Bradbury, Nesquehoning, died Sunday in the Coaldale Hospital, where he had been a patient for the past four weeks.  He was engaged in the hardware and plumbing business, was organist in the First Baptist church, and was a member of the Junior Order of Mechancis, Lansford.  Surviving are his widow, the former Sarah Shaver, of Freeland; a daughter, Nelda, R.N., employed at the Coaldale Hospital; two sons, James, seaman 1c., U.S. Navy, and Sterling, at home; his mother, Mrs. Eleanor Bradbury, of Nesquehoning; and a brother, Samuel, of Bradley Beach, New Jersey.  Funeral services will be this afternoon at 2 o’clock from the late home, with interment in the Nesquehoning Protestant cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, January 3, 1945 
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Arthur Richards Jr.
Arthur Richards, Jr., the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Richards, of Wilkes-Barre, died at the Nesbitt Hospital, Kingston, after several weeks’ illness.  The child’s mother is the former Gladys Bell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bell, of Freeland. The baby’s grandfather is superintendent of the Borough of Freeland Municipal Authority. Surviving in addition to the parents are two sisters, Joan Ann and Nancy Marie.  The funeral was held Friday with interment in Greenmount cemetery, Wilkes-Barre. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, January 3, 1945 
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Mrs. Lillian Jordan
Mrs. Lillian Jordan of Philadelphia, sister of Mrs. Charles Gennaro of East Diamond avenue, died at her home in Philadelphia.  The following Hazleton residents attended the funeral: Mrs. Charles Gennaro, Mrs. Congetta Perna, Mrs. Frank Fornataro, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cassarella, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cassarella, Mr. and Mrs. John Cassarella, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lyons, Mr. and Mrs. J. Gennaro, Mr. and Mrs. John Nilo, Miss Jean Cassarella and Mrs. John Smeraglio of Chicago.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, February 1, 1945 
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John L. Watson
John L. Watson, 65, of Drums, died suddenly at 3:15 yesterday morning after suffering a heart attack.  Born at St. Johns, he spent all his life in the valley area and for many years was a Luzerne county road foreman. He was a member of the St. Johns Reformed church and served on the consistory for 40 years.  Surviving are his widow, the former Erma Roth; two children, Mrs. Edward Williams, of Hazleton, and Donald Watson, of Drexel Hill; three grandchildren; a brother, James, of Drums; and four sisters: Mrs. Effie Barnhart and Mrs. Rena Hoffsomer, of Bethlehem; Mrs. Margaret Wallace, of Greensburg; and Mrs. George Reisenweaver, of Drums.  The funeral will be held at 2 o’clock Saturday afternoon with services at the residence and interment in the St. Johns cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, February 1, 1945 
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Harry J. Grohman
Harry J. Grohman, of 343 East Chestnut street, died suddenly at his home at 1:15 yesterday morning.  He was born at Highland and lived in this city the past 23 years. Mr. Grohman was a member of St. Gabriel’s church and the Holy Name Society of that congregation.  Surviving him are his wife, the former Anne Lembeck and the following children: Staff Sergeant Edmund H. Grohamn, stationed at Ontario, Calif.; Mrs. William Filbert, of Hazleton; Private Robert T. Grohman, stationed in New Caledonia; Donald Grohman and Marie Grohman, both at home.  One granddaughter and the following brothers and sisters also survive; Mrs. Anna DeCavage and Paul Grohman, of Hazleton; Mrs. Clara Stevens, of Evenel, JN; Frank Grohman, of Paterson, NJ; Mrs. Leon Cherubini of Bristol, Pa., and Emil Grohman, of Oakdale. No arrangements have yet been made for the funeral .
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Thursday Morning, February 1, 1945 
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William M. Thomas
William M. Thomas, aged 80, a former resident of Beaver Meadows, died Saturday morning at the home of his nephew, John Curnow at Carbondale. He spent practically his entire life in the Hazleton area. Surviving him are his nephew, John Curnow at Carbondale and a niece, Mrs. Richard Trevaskis of Cumberland, Md. Services were conducted at the Shifler Funeral Home at Carbondale at 9 o’clock Sunday night of the Carbondale Methodist church. The funeral will be held this morning with interment in the Citizens cemetery of Beaver Meadows.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, March 5, 1945 
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Mrs. Sabina Roth
Mrs. Sabina Roth, 80 year old resident of Sybertsville, died at her home Friday night after a few days’ illness. She was the widow of Wallace Roth who died years ago. Mrs. Roth was a member of Christ Lutheran church, Conyngham and is survived by the following children: Elmer Roth, of Wapwallopen; Mrs. Frank Eckrote of Rock Glen; Mrs. Willis Knelly of Sugarloaf; William Roth of Sybertsville; Alfred Roth of Conyngham and Miss Effie Roth at home.  The funeral will be held today at 2 p.m. with services at the home and interment in the St. Johns Cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, March 5, 1945 
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Mrs. Julia Werley
Mrs. Julia Werley, aged 79, of Mauch Church,  died Friday at the District Home at Laurytown. Surviving is one son, James Werley, of Mauch Chunk; one brother, Robert Klotz, of Little Gap and the following sisters: Mrs. Lucy Donovan, Weatherly; Mrs. Martha Harleman, Hazleton; Mrs. Ella Graver, Palmerton and Sara Klotz, Paterson, NJ. The funeral will be held at 2 o’clock this afternoon. Interment will be in the Laurytown cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, March 5, 1945 
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James W. Rhoades
James W. Rhoades, 43, of New Ringgold RD., died at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Pottsville, on Thursday. He was born in Stockton, the son of the late John and Alice Boyer Rhoades and resided in New Ringgold the past three years. He was a miner by occupation, and was a member of St. John’s Reformed church, Orwigsburg.  Surviving are his widow, the former Maude Lutz, the following children: Cpl. James Rhoades, with the U.S. Army in France; Miss Ellen Rhoades, of Allentown; John Rhoades, who is with the Maritime Service in Brooklyn; Robert, William, Wallace, Carl, Alice, Frances, Judith and Ruth, all at home; and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. J.T. Souder, of this city; Mrs. Robert Hamilton, of Palo Alto; Mrs. William Keal, of Philadelphia, S.Sgt. John McDonald, at Camp Gordon, Ga., and Melvin McDonald, of Minersville.  The funeral will be held from the late home Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock with services in charge of Rev. A.L. Creager and Rev. L.M. Fetterolf. Interment will be in Zion’s Red Church cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Saturday Morning, March 24, 1945 
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Ezra Klinger
Ezra Klinger, 73, a native of Butler Valley, died at his home at Wilkes-Barre following a lingering illness of general debility. Mr. Klinger was a carpenter by trade. He was a member of the Carpenters’ Union, Odd Fellows Lodge of Freeland and the Parrish Street Methodist Church.  Surviving are his widow, Bessie; daughter, Mrs. Roderick Davis of Wilkes-Barre; two grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. George Ashman, of Drums.  The funeral will be held from the home on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 with services in charge of Rev. W.B. Grittman of Parrish Street Church. Burial will be in St. Johns’ cemetery at St. Johns.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Saturday Morning, March 24, 1945 
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Mrs. Jane Bankes
Mrs. Jane Bankes died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fannie Herring in Rock Glen yesterday. Her husband, Daniel Bankes, preceded her in death some time ago.  Surviving are the following children: Charles Reedy, of Berwick; Lloyd Bankes, of Bloomsburg; John Bankes, Mrs. Huryley Herring and William Bankes, all of Rock Glen. Also surviving are the following step-children, Elmer Bankes, Mrs. William Bason and Henry Bankes. One brother Charles Snyder, of Catawissa and nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren also survive.  The funeral will be held from the late home in Rock Glen on Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. with services at the residence.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, May 9, 1945 
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Martin J. Hildenberger
Martin J. Hildenberger, 62, of Bethlehem, prominent in Knights of Columbus affairs and who came to Hazleton with a number of degree teams over a long period, died at his home after a long illness. The funeral will be held with services at Holy Infancy Church at 9:30 o’clock this morning, and burial will be made in that city. 
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, May 9, 1945 
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Michael Sunder, Sr.
Michael Sunder, Sr., of 87 Jeddo, died at 4:05 o’clock yesterday afternoon at the Mercy Hospital, Wilkes-Barre, where he had been a patient for the past week. He was born in Czechoslovakia, and came to this country as a young man. He resided in Jeddo for 44 years and was employed at the Jeddo-Highland Coal Co. he was a member of St. Mary’s G.C. Church of Freeland.  Surviving are the following children: Michael, Jr., of Jeddo, Mrs. Mary Schmatt of New York City, Pfc. John Sunder, stationed in Indiantown Gap, George and Anna at home and Stephen of Freeland. Six grandchildren also survive. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, May 9, 1945 
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Henry C. Schmidt
Word was received from Glendale, California of the death of Henry C. Schmidt, aged 50, former resident of Hazleton. He was the son of Mrs. Emma Schmidt and the late August Schmidt. Surviving are his widow and three sons, who are serving with the armed forces and also one daughter of Calif; two brothers, Max Schmidt of Hazleton; Howard Schmidt of Mt. Grove, Pa. Also two sisters, Mrs. Fred C. Matcheck of Detriot, Mich., and Mrs. Wm. Weir of Reading .
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Wednesday Morning, May 9, 1945 
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Sarah Elmira Smith
Mrs. Sarah Elmira (nee Hoch) Smith, age 82 years, of 652 North Vine street, died at her home at 2 o’clock yesterday afternoon of a heart condition following a two day illness.  She was born in Hollenback Township October 8, 1864 a daughter of the late Solomon and Catherine Snyder Hoch, and had been a resident of Drums before locating in this city 26 years ago. A member of St. John’s Lutheran Church at St. Johns, she was also a member of Lady Jeremiah Rebecca Lodge No. 93, of this city.  Her husband, the late Henry Smith, preceded her in death 19 years ago. The following children survive: Rollin Smith, of Milnesville; Mrs. John Reisenweaver, of this city; Adam Smith, of Wilkes-Barre; Eva and Edith Smith, both of this city. Also two step-sisters, Mrs. William Smith, of Drums and Mrs. Frank Welliver, of this city; two step-brothers, Ambrose Drasher, of Drums, and Harvey Drasher of Dorrance; as well as fifteen grandchildren.  Funeral services will be conducted from the Grebey Funeral Home, 235 East Broad street, city, on Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock with the Rev. Joseph R. Shuster, officiating. Interment will be in St. John’s cemetery at St. Johns. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday afternoon and evening.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Friday Morning, March 28, 1946 
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Claude Gerber
Claude Gerber, 63, of Tamaqua, died suddenly from a hemorrhage while working at the Tamaqua colliery on Saturday. Mrs. Gerber was employed about the retail coal pockets and was loading a truck when he stated to bleed from the mouth. He got off the truck and walked to the weightmaster’s office, where he died.  He was a native of West Penn Township, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Gerber and lived at Tamaqua for 38 years. He was a member of St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed Church and the American Hose Company. Surviving are his wife, the former Mary Steinert, of Weatherly; a sister, Mrs. Fred Miller, Tamaqua; three brothers, Robert Gerber, Tamaqua; Fred Gerber, Hometown and Guy Gerber, Coaldale and two half-brothers, Levin and Jacob Gerber, Hazleton.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, April 1, 1946 
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John Kanyak
John Kanyak of Hollywood, died Saturday at 6:20 p.m. after a four months illness. Mr. Kanyak was born in Czechoslovakia but resided in Hollywood for the past 40 years and was a member of St. John’s G.C. church. His wife, the late Anna Kanyak, preceded him in death five years ago and a son, Pfc. Steve Kanyak, who was attached to the Medical Corps, was killed in Germany November 1, 1944.  Surviving are the following children: John, Freeland, Joseph, Mountain Scenery; Frank, Hollywood; Michael, at home; Andrew, Anna, Helen and Paul at home. Four grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. from the family home in Hollywood. Requiem high mass in St. John’s G.C. church at 9:15 a.m. Interment in St. John’s G.C. Cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, April 1, 1946 
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Miss Mary Ollin
Mary Ollin, 15, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ollin, of Park Place near Mahoney City, died Friday, in the Locust Mountain Hospital, Shenandoah.  She was the niece of Mrs. George Jubay, of Peace street Hazleton. The funeral will be held this morning from the St. Mary’s G.C. church, Mahanoy City.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, April 1, 1946 
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Charles H Brecker
Charles H. Brecker, 59, Ashland restaurant proprietor who was well known here, died at the Ashland State Hospital at 8 o’clock Saturday morning. He was prominent in Elks activities. Surviving are his widow and five sons, all of whom served in the armed forces.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, April 1, 1946 
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Mrs. Mary Anna Remenar
Mrs. Mary Anna Remenar, of West Oakdale, died Saturday at 1:30 a.m. after an illness of several months. Her husband preceded her in death about 18 years ago.  She was born in Czechoslovakia buy lived in the North Side since childhood. She was a member of St. John’s R.C. church at Freeland. Surviving are the following children: Ignatz, of Millville, Pa.; Marie of Pittsburgh and Aleck with whom she resided. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 8:30 with a requiem high mass in St. John’s R.C. church, Freeland. Interment will be in the parish cemetery.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, April 1, 1946 
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Bert Hunsinger
Bert Hunsinger, aged 71, died Saturday afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary Stack, 1221 West Fifteenth street, this city, following an illness of a week. His death was due to a cerebral hemorrhage. Mr. Hunsinger was born in Red Rock, Pa., but resided here for the past 29 years. He was a member of St. Paul’s Reformed Church, of Red Rock. His wife preceded him in death two years ago. The following children survive: Maurice Hunsinger and Mrs. Mary Stack, of this city; and Leonard Hunsinger, of West Hazleton. Four brothers, William, of this city; George and Harvey, of Lancaster, and Cleveland Hunsinger, of Philadelphia, also survive.  There are 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.  The funeral will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock, from the Grebey Funeral Home, 235 East Broad Street, Rev. A. Gail Holt will have charge of the services. Interment will follow in the Red Rock cemetery. Friends may call Monday evening from 7 to 9 o’clock.
Published in Standard-Sentinel, Hazleton, PA, Monday Morning, April 1, 1946 
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