All Obituaries

Joseph Gorcenski, III, 51, a life long resident of Dupont, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at his home. He was reunited with his parents, Joseph E. Gorcenski and Rita (Chmielewski) Gorcenski, who preceded him in death.   Joe was born in Scranton on November 2, 1968.  He was a graduate of Pittston Area High School.  He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont. Joseph was employed at St. Luke’s Villa, Wilkes-Barre for many...

Joseph M. Hasan, 30, of Bear Creek, passed away on January 16, 2020, at home. Born in Wilkes-Barre, on April 28,1989, he was a son of the late Naji Hasan and Sandra (Gross) Hasan, Bear Creek. Joe was a son, father, brother, boyfriend and friend.  A graduate of Coughlin, 2007, Joe worked in many trades. Most recently at All Door Sales, where his coworkers treated him like family. He loved spending his free time with family, especially his daughter, Harlowe and son, Jacob. Joe was the...

Ralph W. Delaney, Jr., 72 of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Monday, January 13, 2020 at Residential Hospice, Wilkes-Barre. Born in Wilkes-Barre on June 12, 1947, he was a son of the late Ralph W. Sr. and Hazel (Lange) Delaney. Ralph served in the 109th National Guard for 6 yrs. and was a truck driver who specialized in hauling oversized loads. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Gail (Hungartner) Delaney, who passed away on February 12, 2016. Left to cherish his...

David William Miller, 63, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Tuesday, January 7 at his home. Arrangements were private for his family. 

William O. Newton, 60, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away at on Friday, January 3rd, at his home.   Born in Wilkes-Barre, on April 29, 1959, he was a son of the late Theodore Baines and Lena (Newton) Taylor.  He graduated from G.A.R. High School and attended Luzerne County Community College.     Billy retired in 2017 from the Luzerne County Correctional Facility where he worked as a correction officer for many years. He also served as a State...

Joseph S. Katyl, Jr., 88, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on the evening of December 31, 2019 at his home surrounded by loving family.  Born on June 11, 1931, in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Joseph S. and Helen (Meister) Katyl, Sr.  He graduated from G.A.R. High School   Joe owned and operated Katyl TV and Appliance in Wilkes-Barre & Shavertown for over 40 years. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Wilkes-Barre, where he served as the...

  Christopher C. Sincavage, 60, of Hanover Township, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at his home.   Born in Kingston on July 7, 1959, he was the son of the late Charles and Caroline (Wanyo) Sincavage.  He was a graduate of West Side Tech. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping and loved spending time at his camper at Alpine Meadows, Stevensville.  He also played in polka bands and various other rock bands.   He was employed by Keystone...

Thomas W. Martin, 73, of Hanover Township, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019 at Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia.   Born in Wilkes-Barre on August 3, 1946, he was a son of the late James Martin and Jessie (Gillespie) Witalis.  Thomas was of the Protestant faith.  He was an avid golfer and loved watching sports, especially football.   He was a member of the Steel Workers of America and prior to retiring, was employed by Bertels Can...

Stephen M. Stetz, 87, of Nanticoke, passed away Friday, Dec 20, 2019, at his home. Born in Nanticoke, he was the son of the late Stephen and Mary Stetz. Stephen was a graduate of Nanticoke High School. He retired from the Chappaqua School District N.Y. After retirement he spent time volunteering at CEO in Wilkes-Barre and traveling with his late wife Dannice. Stephen looked forward to his yearly family reunion at West Penn Community Park, New Ringgold PA. He enjoyed camping, going on scenic...

Catherine R. Anthony of Dallas Twp. passed away Friday, December 20, 2019 in the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital surrounded by her loving family and cherished friends. She was 67 years old. Born in Luzerne, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna Valentavage Chalawich. She was employed at Assured Partners and will always be remembered by her colleagues who offered her so much love and support throughout the years. The family would like to extend its heartfelt gratitude to Dr. David...