All Obituaries

Elizabeth "Liz" (Scott) Ghee, 64, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Friday, May 31, 2019 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, Plains. Born in Wilkes-Barre on September 14, 1954, she was a daughter of the late Harrie Scott, Sr. and Eva Mae (Campbell) Scott. Liz attended Luzerne Community College and graduated with a degree in Culinary Arts and was later employed as an Administrative Assistant at NEPA Dental Group. Liz was known for her beautiful smile and upbeat personality and she...

Jack K. Banis, 84, of Kingston, passed away May 25, 2019, at the VA Medical Center, Plains Twp. Arrangements were private and entrusted to Kniffen O’Malley Leffler Funeral & Cremation Services, Wilkes-Barre.

​​ Mrs. Hilda (Ahrendts) Griffiths, age 91, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Friday morning, May 24, 2019, at St. Luke’s Villa, under the care of Hospice of the Sacred Heart.   She was born June 20, 1927, a daughter of the late John and Edna (May) Ahrendts.  She graduated from GAR Memorial High School in 1945.     Hilda was preceded in death by her husband, David P. Griffiths; three brothers, John Ahrendts, Luther Ahrendts, and Carl Ahrendts; two...

Irvin J. Carey, of Wilkes-Barre,  very devoted Prince Charming and loving husband, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, surrounded by his family and friends. Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late John and Anna (Zugarek) Carey. Irvin graduated from Meyers High School, Wilkes-Barre and served his country in both the United States Navy and Army.  He was employed by and later retired from Anthracite Marble and Tile. Irvin was a member of The...

John Chicchetti, 75, native of Brooklyn, NY, long time resident of Wilkes-Barre, passed away at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital on Friday, May 17, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, NY on June 26, 1943, he was a son of the late John and Anna (DiCurcio) Chicchetti. John was a devout Catholic and member of St. Nicholas Church, Wilkes-Barre. He loved spending time with children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He also enjoyed golfing, gardening and spending time...

Robert (Bobby) A Kline, 86 of Wilkes-Barre, PA passed away peacefully on May 16, 2019 at Little Flower Manor, Wilkes-Barre. He was born June 28, 1932 in Scranton PA to the late William S Kline and Hannah L Feldman Kline. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Deborah Kline. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Carnell Jackson Kline, his sons Rick Kline and wife Valerie Kline of Bonsall, CA, Ron of Monterey, CA, Randy and wife Mary of Lakeside,AZ, a daughter Michelle...

Harry Robinson, 84, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at Timber Ridge Health Care, Plains Twp. Born in Fairfax, South Carolina, he was a son of the late Otis and Ethel (Pollins) Robinson. Harry worked for 36 years in the banking industry with Chase Manhattan. He loved going fishing, especially on Long Island Sound. Harry also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, traveling, bowling and playing scrabble. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...

Nora F. Vitz, 82, of Hanover Township, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 2, 2019.   Born in Sweet Valley on May 8, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Susan (Trescott) Hontz. She attended church services at Sullivan Place.   Nora loved making friends and spending time with her family.  She was a wonderful mother and friend to everyone. She loved music and taught piano, guitar and singing.  She also enjoyed dancing.   Nora...

Janice P. Eckrote, 69, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore. Born in Wilkes-Barre on May 16th, 1949, she was a daughter of the late Alvin and Pearl (Davis) Eckrote. Janice was an active member of Back Mountain Harvest Assembly of God, Trucksville. She loved Jesus with all of her heart and was very devoted to her faith. Janice was a compassionate and caring person who always had a kind word for anyone in need. She also enjoyed...

George Calimeres, 91, of Kingston, passed away on Wednesday morning. May 1st, 2019 at Kingston Health Care Center, Kingston.    Born in Levidi, Greece on November 23, 1927, he was the son of the late Harry and Christina Calimeres.   Upon coming to the United States in 1950 his first job was in the Embassy on Public Square in Wilkes-Barre then he transitioned into co-owner of Handley’s Diner, Wilkes-Barre and co-owner of Curry Donuts, Wilkes-Barre and...