Obituaries
Derek P. Smith
May 10, 2025
Derek Princeton Smith, 56, of Kingston, passed away at his home on Saturday, May 10, 2025.
Born in Atlantic City, NJ on September 15, 1968, he was a son of the late Prince Prescott and Catherine L. Garrett.
Derek worked as an Aerospace Engineer and also taught special education.
He is survived by...
Murray Paul Wolfman
May 9, 2025
Murray Wolfman of Santa Cruz, California passed away on May 9, 2025. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Florence J (Beckles) Solomon
May 7, 2025
Florence J. (Beckles) Solomon, 74, of Plymouth, formerly of New York, passed away on Wednesday, May 7th, at Allied Hospice Center, Wilkes-Barre.
Born on April 26th, 1951, in Trinidad and Tobago, she was the daughter of the late Prince and Dorothy (Mitchell) Beckles.
Florence enjoyed crocheting, cooking and spending time with her family. She was...
Michelle Renee (Olmeda) Olmeda
May 6, 2025
Michelle Renee Olmeda, 61, of Forty Fort, passed away on May 6, 2025, at Allied Services Hospice Center.
Born on December 26, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Henrique and Myra Olmeda.
Michelle received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Studies and a Master of Science Degree in Instructional Technology from Bloomsburg...
Edward P. Crawford
May 6, 2025
Edward P. Crawford, 78, of Hanover Township, passed away on May 6, 2025, at the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center.
Born in Wilkes-Barre on March 24, 1947, he was the son of the late John and Viola (Swartwood) Crawford.
After graduating high school, Edward enlisted in the Air Force where he proudly served his country from...
Jane (Rooney) Noonan
Apr 30, 2025
Nancy (Jane) Noonan
Jane (Rooney) Noonan was born in Fayette, Alabama in 1942 but resided in Mt. Top, PA until her death on April 30, 2025.
She was the daughter of Mildred (Garner) Rooney and the late William Rooney. Jane was a 1961 graduate of Elmer L. Meyers High School and Empire Beauty School, Wilkes-Barre....
Roseann Robbins
Apr 27, 2025
On Sunday, April 27, 2025, The Lord welcomed into Heaven one of his true miracles, our sister Roseann Robbins. Roseann was 75 years of age at the time the Lord brought her home.
Born in Avoca on August 28, 1949, Roseann was the daughter of the late Jake and Nancy Fuller Robbins.
She was preceded...
Robert W. Lloyd Sr.
Apr 23, 2025
Robert W. Lloyd Sr., 86, of Hanover Township, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Born in Wilkes-Barre on December 25, 1938, he was the son of the late William Lloyd and Ruth (Hughey) Shultz.
Robert proudly served in the US Air Force. After leaving the Air Force, Robert started his...
Georgia P. (Vlahos) Calimeres
Apr 14, 2025
Our beloved Georgia Calimeres, 89, left us on Monday, April 14th, 2025. Born in Epidavros, Greece, daughter of Peter and Anne Vlahos, Georgia was one of five children. In 1973, Georgia, her husband Peter, and their two children migrated to the United States and settled in Wilkes-Barre, PA. They worked in the donut and coffee shop business. They raised...
Elizabeth Gale Curlett
Apr 13, 2025
In Loving Memory of Reverend Elizabeth Gale Curlett First Breath: October 3, 1947 – Last Smile: April 13, 2025
Reverend Elizabeth Gale Curlett, lovingly known as “Gale” or “Rev” to all who knew and cherished her, entered into eternal life on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. Her transition on one of the holiest days...
Sandra L. (Eastmond) Reynolds
Apr 13, 2025
Sandra L. (Eastmond) Reynolds, 73, of Pittston, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, Plains. She was born in Kearny, New Jersey on January 30, 1952. Sandra enjoyed knitting and reading historical novels. She is survived by her husband, Harold Reynolds. Services were private.
Albert Richard Morgan
Apr 10, 2025
Al Morgan, 82, a lifelong resident of Wilkes-Barre, passed away peacefully, April 10th, at his home in Edwardsville. He was born December 11, 1942.
Al grew up in the Rolling Mill Hill section and attended G.A.R High School. He worked various jobs throughout his life from a foreman at Addy Asphalt, Geisinger Maintenance Dept. and later drove...
Joseph J. Malast
Apr 5, 2025
Joseph J. Malast, 81, of Avoca, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, at Allied Services Hospice, Wilkes-Barre.
Born in Wilkes-Barre on Feb. 3, 1944, he was a son of the late Stephen and Jean (Norwillo) Malast.
Joseph was a 1964 graduate of Plains Memorial High School. He is an Army Veteran having served with...
Wayne Bell
Apr 1, 2025
Wayne Bell passed away April 1, 2025. His family is working on funeral arrangements, please consider making a donation to assist them .
Wayne Bell, 28, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Born on May 18th, 1996, he was a son to Shari Richards and Wayne Bell, Sr. He was a 2014 graduate of G.A.R...
Lonnetta "Nita" Sherry
Mar 31, 2025
With deep sorrow and enduring love, we announce the passing of Lonnetta Sherry, who left this world on March 31, 2025, at the age of 45 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Born and raised in Keyport, New Jersey, Lonnetta was a bright light in every life she touched.
A dedicated nurse for 15 years, Lonnetta’s love language was helping...
Sylvia M. (Goginsky) Severnak
Mar 28, 2025
Sylvia M. (Goginsky) Severnak, 91, of Port Griffith, passed away on March 28, 2025 at Allied Hospice, Wilkes-Barre, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Moosic, she was the daughter of the late John and Lena (Dinoski) Goginsky.
As a young woman Sylvia worked for Prudential Insurance and as a dance instructor for Arthur Murray. ...
Gilda "Jill" A. (Castellano) Shelp
Mar 27, 2025
Gilda “Jill” Shelp entered into Eternal Peace on March 27, 2025. Born on April 15, 1958. Beloved wife, sister, friend, and creative force, passed away peacefully after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. She leaves behind her devoted husband of 48 years - Peter D Shelp – who she cherished and was by her side throughout the struggle. ...
Carol Jean Buck
Mar 26, 2025
Carol Jean Buck, 79, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on March 26, 2025, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital after being a guest at Hampton House for many years.
Born in Port Gibson, Mississippi, on October 30, 1945, she was a daughter of the late John Henry and Cecelia (Little) Buck.
In addition to her parents, Carol...
Peter Joseph Jadus
Mar 14, 2025
Peter J. Jadus. 94, of West Avoca, passed away peacefully on March 14th, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Avoca, on June 4th, 1930, he was a son of the late George and Barbara (Chowonczyk) Jadus.
Peter graduated from Avoca High School and worked for Craft Oil Company, Avoca for over...
Elizabeth M. (Perez) Shovlin
Mar 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and tear-soaked cheeks to inform you of Elizabeth Shovlin (Perez) passing on Friday, March 14, 2025.
Elizabeth (89) was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Shovlin, and her daughter, Bernice Shovlin. Elizabeth passed peacefully in her sleep in the comfort of being surrounded by family.
Elizabeth is survived by...
