Obituaries
Vincent James "Beeb" Gross
Sep 21, 2024
Vincent J. “Beeb” Gross, 72 of Bear Creek Township, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.
Born in Bear Creek, he was the son of the late Joseph and Beatrice (Yale) Gross. He was a 1970 graduate of Coughlin High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from...
Muriel J. (Piatt) Siegel
Sep 17, 2024
Muriel J. (Piatt) Siegel, 105, of Dallas, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the Meadows Nursing and Rehab Center.
Born in Askam, on April 30, 1919, she was a daughter of the late Wesley and Lochiel (Keithline) Piatt.
She graduated in 1938 from Shenandoah Valley Academy, New Market, VA, which was a great accomplishment...
John R. Swiderski, Jr.
Sep 17, 2024
John R. Swiderski, Jr., 56, of Hanover Twp., passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at his home.
Born in Wilkes-Barre on July 10, 1968, he was a son of John R. (Jack) Swiderski, Sr. and the late Susan (Kepp) Swiderski.
He was a member of Saint Mary, Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Dorrance.
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Neva Ann Cook
Sep 12, 2024
Neva Ann Cook, 82, of Dallas, passed away peacefully at Lakewood Healthcare Center, Nanticoke on Thursday Sept. 12, 2024. She was born in Wilkes-Barre Pa, the daughter of Thomas Cook and Neva Losey. She graduated from GAR Highschool and went on to become a licensed Cosmetologist. Neva worked as a manager at Pomeroy's Dept. Store's Beauty Salon until she...
Dorothy J (Medley) Thornton
Sep 10, 2024
Dorothy Jeanette Medley was born on October 17, 1930, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, the beloved daughter of the late William L. and Lillian M. (McCloe) Medley. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, the late Frank E. Thornton. Together, they shared 53 beautiful years of marriage until his passing in 2000. On September 10, 2024, Dorothy...
Bruce A. Kelber
Sep 9, 2024
Bruce A. Kelber, 71, of Lady Lake, FL, passed away on September 9, 2024.
Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey on August 29, 1953, he was the son of the late John William and Evelyn Marilyn (Lingerman) Kelber.
After completing high school, Bruce went on to join the Military where he proudly served his country. Upon...
Robert J Matthews
Sep 2, 2024
Robert “Bob” J. Matthews, 88, of Avoca, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, at Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit, Dunmore.
Born on August 17, 1936, in W. Pittston, he was the son of the late Russell S. and Helen (Biggar) Matthews.
Bob worked for over 40 years as a bus driver for...
June E. Grimes
Aug 29, 2024
June Elaine Grimes (John), 88, of Wilkes-Barre, entered eternal rest August 29, 2024, at Allied Services Hospice Center.
Born on June 1, 1936, in Bronx, New York, June was the youngest daughter of the late Victor and Vivian (Richards) John.
June completed grammar and high school in Manhattan, NYC and attained her nursing credentials from...
John V. Floryan Sr.
Aug 15, 2024
John V. Floryan Sr., 78, of Swoyersville, passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2024, at his home.
Born on April 14, 1946, he was the son of the late John L. and Susan (Sakolick) Floryan.
John enlisted in the Army where he proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Upon leaving the Army, he...
Michael Schmidt
Aug 10, 2024
Michael Schmidt, 79, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the Gardens at Wyoming Valley, Wilkes-Barre.
Born in Ashley on November 13, 1944, he was a son of the late George and Ann Rejunis Schmidt. He was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed attending St. Nicholas Church, Wilkes-Barre.
Michael enjoyed working with and...
Antonia Fermin Vasquez
Aug 6, 2024
Antonia Fermin Vasquez, 85, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024.
Muriel Orlando (Crawford) Grant
Jul 30, 2024
Here’s a little story about Muriel O. Grant, born on November 3, 1951. She entered life at the Scranton State Hospital to the late Samuel and Margaret Crawford. She attended James M. Coughlin High School, before moving to Dayton, OH. In the 90’s, she returned to Wilkes-Barre where she met her late husband, Theodore Grant. Known as “Auntie,” she...
Duoc V. Duong
Jul 29, 2024
Duoc V. Duong, 92, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Monday, July 29, 2024, at Riverstreet Manor, Wilkes-Barre. Family and friends are invited to visit Friday from 4:00 PM- 8:00 PM at the funeral home and attend the service Saturday at the funeral home from 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM. Cremation will take place after at Sunlight Crematory.
Deborah Ann Suchar
Jul 14, 2024
Deborah Ann (Check) Suchar, 71, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
Born in Wilkes-Barre on October 2, 1952, she was a daughter of the late Francis and Ann (Evans) Check.
Deborah was a member of the former Christian Missionary Alliance, Wilkes-Barre. She enjoyed gardening and painting with watercolors. She...
Kimberly L. Medley
Jul 5, 2024
Kimberly “Kim” Len Medley, 63, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away after a courageous 10-year battle with breast cancer on July 5, 2024, under the care of Riverside Home Health Care and Hospice.
Born on June 3, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Morris Medley Sr., and Martha (Dudley) Medley.
After graduating from Meyers High...
Kantilal B. Patel
Jul 4, 2024
Kantilal B. Patel, 82, of Mountain Top, passed away on July 4th at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.
A full obituary will appear shortly.
A Viewing and Service will be held on Sunday, July 7th, from Noon to 2pm at Kniffen O’Malley Leffler Funeral Home, 465 S. Main Street, Wilkes-Barre.
Richard N. Nesgoda
Jun 25, 2024
Richard N. Nesgoda, 70, of Pittston Township, passed away on June 25, 2024, at Allied Services Hospice Center.
Born on November 6, 1953, in Dupont PA, he was the son of the late Frank and Amelia Nesgoda.
In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Debra (Kosik) Nesgoda.
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Vernon Mccloe
Jun 25, 2024
Vernon McCloe Jr., affectionately known as "Junior," passed away at the age of 79 at the Hampton House Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. Born on July 23, 1944, to the late Vernon McCloe Sr. and Ida Mae McCloe. Vernon attended GAR High School and cherished collecting VHS tapes, DVDs, CDs, and cassette tapes. He was passionate about electronics, music, and...
William R Cole
Jun 21, 2024
William Cole, 59, of Wilkes-Barre Township, passed away on June 21, 2024 at The Gardens of Wyoming Valley.
William was born in Middletown, NY to Lance Cole and Jane (Reagan) Cole. He worked as an electrician.
He is survived by his beloved daughter, Mary Cole and step son, William.
Private services are held...
Thomas Daniels
Jun 20, 2024
Thomas Daniels passed away on Jun 20, 2024. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
