All Obituaries

Rita M. Langan, 76, of Mountain Top, devoted mother, loving grandmother, sister and aunt passed away peacefully at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital on Wednesday, February 13, 2019.   Born in Wilkes-Barre, Rita was a long-time resident of Mountain Top. She graduated from Meyers High School in 1960 and worked for Joel Manufacturing as a seamstress and zipper setter. While working full-time, Rita earned her Cosmetology degree and teaching license from Empire Beauty School before opening...

Linda Pearson, 68, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Monday at Post Acute Medical, Wilkes-Barre.  Linda was born in Latta, S.C. on July 10, 1950. She was the daughter of the late James Burrell and Dorothy Stone.          Linda was a graduate of Copiague New York Senior High School and enjoyed cooking.  She was a loving and caring individual who enjoyed spending time with her family.  She will be deeply missed by all who...

John Hogrebe, 82, of Bear Creek Township, passed away Tuesday at Celtic Home and Health Hospice, Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre.   John was born in Wilkes-Barre on May 23, 1936.  He was the son of the late Anthony and Olga (Pliscott) Hogrebe.                  John was employed as a general contractor for many years specializing in carpentry.  He was also employed by Carter...

Daniel A. Nagle, 83, of Hanover Twp., passed away Wednesday, February 6th, 2019, at Keystone Garden Estates, Larksville. Born in Hanover Twp. On June 28, 1935, he was a son of the late Alfred and Elizabeth (Kitchen) Naugle. Daniel retired in 2000 from CertainTeed, Mt.Top, working in the quality control department.  He loved spending time with his grandchildren. Daniel enjoyed playing horseshoes, spending time outside gardening and watching football games, especially the Philadelphia...

Frances C. Spernoga, 92, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away February 4th, 2019, at Rosewood Nursing Center, Schuylkill Haven.  Born in Wilkes-Barre on September 16th, 1926, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Jezerchak) Spernoga.  Frances was a co-owner and bartender at Spernoga Hideaway. She was a member of St. Andre Bessette Parish, Wilkes-Barre and volunteered for Meals on Wheels.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Josephine and Anna...

Jerome A. Grande, 74, of Plymouth, passed away Friday, January 25, 2019 at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born in Newark, NJ on January 20th, 1945, he was a son of the late Jerry and Dorothy (Rose) Grande. He was a member of the Bakery Drivers and Salesmen Local 194 Chapter. Jerome loved spending time with his family. He was a big jokester and a foodie who appreciated a good meal. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Crispin and brother, Michael...

Robert L. Mattey, 64, a life resident of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Saturday at Manor Care, Kingston, following a lengthy illness.  Robert was born on August 24, 1954.  He was the son of the late Louis and Mary (Vukovich) Mattey.          Robert was employed by Penn Refrigeration for 39 years. He was an avid fan of the Oakland Raiders, Alabama Crimson Tide and also enjoyed listening to classic rock music and washing his...

Juan R. Mercado, 71, of Hanover Township, passed away Saturday at Hampton House, Hanover Township, with his loving wife, Grace, by his side.  Juan was born in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico on July 17, 1947.  He was the son of the late Domingo Rios and Juana Mercado Cruz.           Juan is survived by his wife of 19 years of marriage; Grace (Weida) Mercado.  Daughter; Rosa Rios.  Sons; Juan and Victor...

William “Ace” Stephen Maley, 88, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, January 15that Little Flower Manor, Wilkes-Barre.   Born on December 26, 1930 in Johnstown, PA, he was a son of the late John and Mary (Leach) Maley.   After high school, Ace proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Upon returning, he worked as a chef at the Dresden, Wilkes-Barre.   Ace later worked at and retired from Otis Elevator Company....

Danielle C. (Space) Sweeney, 41, of Duryea, passed away on January 3, 2019, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, Plains Township, surrounded by her loving family, after a brief illness.   Born in Kingston on January 10, 1977, she was a daughter of the late Donald Space and Dawn (Kelly) Barber.     She was a former employee at Schott Glass Technologies, Duryea. Danielle enjoyed spending time with her family especially her children and her niece,...