Obituaries

Jul 6, 2021

Jill Hope Garrett of Shickshinny, formerly of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at home after a long battle with dementia.

Born August 7, 1954 in New York, she was the daughter of the late Carlton and Mary Garrett.

She is survived by brothers Carlton Jr. and wife, Patricia; Ray and wife, Carol; Stephen...

Jun 30, 2021

Irene (Frund) Watkins, 90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, June 30, 2021.

Born the daughter of Michael and Catherine (Frund) Watkins, and the youngest of nine siblings. Irene grew up on Brookside Street in Wilkes-Barre, but she made her home in Plains, after eloping on Valentine’s Day and marrying her husband, Ralph, to whom she was...

Jun 28, 2021

I have fought a good fight,

I have finished my course,

I have kept the faith.

II Timothy 4:7

On June 28, 2021, God called our loved one, Lloyd Bryant, from labor to reward.

Lloyd was a dad, not only to his children but also to all kids he...

Jun 27, 2021

Mrs. Shakuntla Vohra, 82, passed away on June 27, 2021 of natural causes. She is survived by her beloved husband of 51 years, Yoginder Vohra, daughter and son-in-law Swati & Nishith Dave, son and daughter-in-law Pranav & Ira Vohra, and the glory of her eyes, her grandchildren Akanksha, Aakriti, Aditya & Ahana. Her friends and family will always remember...

Jun 26, 2021

Joseph E. Dunn, 94, passed away on June 26, 2021 at Residential Hospice, Wilkes-Barre. Born in New York City, on October 20th 1926, he was the son of the late Thomas and Ivy (Covey) Dunn.

A member of the American Legion, Joseph joined the Army and served in WWII. He also worked for Maxwell House as a...

Jun 22, 2021

Carol J. Hoggarth, 82, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at her home. Carol was born July 22, 1938 in Wilkes-Barre to the late William A. and Jean Pohl Allabaugh. She was a graduate of E.L. Meyers High School, Class of 1956. Carol worked as an auditor for Fowler, Dick & Walker Boston Store, as a bookkeeper...

Jun 13, 2021

Alexander J. Sosnowski, Jr., 56, of Glyn-Lyon, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021, at Residential Hospice, Wilkes-Barre.

Born in Pittston on August 17, 1964, he was a son of the late Alexander J. Sosnowski, Sr. and Theresa (Thomas) Sosnowski.

Alexander enjoyed going fishing and visiting the casino. He was very well loved by his sisters...

Jun 7, 2021

Helen Miller, 96, passed peacefully on Monday June 7, 2021, at her home in Moosic, Pennsylvania, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Moosic, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Mary Chisdock. Helen lived most of her life in Moosic and Duryea, with a short stay in Louisiana after marrying John J. Miller (MSGT. Army Air...

Jun 3, 2021

Norman Bordley Sr., 81, formerly of Trucksville, passed away on June 3, 2021, at Meadows Nursing Home, Dallas, PA.

Born in Marydel, MD, on March 14, 1940, He was a son of the late Ralph Bordley Sr., and Elsie (Dickerson) Bordley.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah...

Jun 3, 2021

John E. Harrison, 89, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Thursday, June 3, at home. Born in Newport Township on August 30, 1931, He was a son of the late William H. Harrison Sr. and Ella V. (Emmerman) Harrison.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his daughter, Donna Harrison, brothers, William H. Harrison Jr....

May 9, 2021

Denine S. (Mapp) Robichaux, 56, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Sunday, May 9th, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley, Plains.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, on April 18, 1965, she was the daughter of the late George and Frances Mapp.

Denine worked as a receptionist for C.E.O. and Beekman Street Head Start Program, Wilkes-Barre.

She loved her...

May 8, 2021

James E. Schneider, Jr., 63, of Edwardsville, passed away on May 8th, 2021, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, Plains.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, on November 2, 1957, he was a son of the late James E. Schneider Sr., and Theresa (Trojn) Schneider.

James was a supervisor for the NY State Department of Recreation, Coney Island...

May 4, 2021

Catherine A. (Roberts) Mendoza, 102, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Tuesday, May 4, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, on August 6, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Ernest James and Anna Maie (Middaugh) Roberts.

Catherine enjoyed spending time with all of her family and lived a full life remaining independent till...

May 2, 2021

John Edward Yuschovitz, 95, a resident of Gino Merli Veterans Center, formerly of South Street, Avoca, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Regional Hospital, Scranton.

Born in Avoca on July 10, 1925, he was a son of the late John and Christina (Keuser) Yuschovitz. He was a graduate of Avoca High School.  He was a World...

Apr 30, 2021

George Tsioles, 99, of Kingston, passed away Friday morning, April 30, 2021, at his home while surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Tsioles was born in Levidi, Greece, on April 23, 1922, the son of the late Nicholas and Ekaterine Tsioles. He was a life member of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Wilkes-Barre and an active member of...

Apr 25, 2021

Theresa Soltis, 73, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at North Penn Manor, Wilkes-Barre.

Born in Wilkes-Barre on June 23, 1947, she was a daughter of the late John and Stella (Parfinski) Soltis and was a graduate of E.L. Meyers High School. She was a member of St. Andrew’s Parish, formerly St. Patrick’s Church, Wilkes-Barre....

Apr 22, 2021

Diavian Mikel Donyae Tooley, 19, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on April 22, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Wilkes-Barre.

Born on June 08, 2001, in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of Jimmy Davis, Jr. and Mary Tooley. He attended E.L Meyers High School.

Diavian enjoyed playing basketball and video games with his friends.  He enjoyed writing music...

Apr 7, 2021

Jeremy Andrewlavage, 44, died April 7th in Daytona, Fl.

Born to Toni White and Louis Andrewlavage in Wilkes-Barre,PA.

He attended school at Meyers High and was a general laborer. He was an avid sports fan and enjoy Nascar and rooting for The Boston Red Sox. Survived by sons Jeremy Jr and Joshua,  Wilkes Barre, Sisters...

Apr 3, 2021

Shirley Hughes, a resident at Manor Care Kingston, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 3rd after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her husband Jack, brothers Thomas and Edward.

In her heart Shirley was always a life long resident of Warrior Run, even after living in Hanover Township for more than 20...

Mar 31, 2021

Jason P. Deats, 38, of Pringle, passed away at The Gardens of Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA on April 10th, 1982.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Roy and Catherine Deats, and his sister, Jennifer Deats.

Jason was a great father and family...