Obituaries
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.
David Nelson Blaine
Jun 7, 2024
David Nelson Blaine, 65, of Wilkes-Barre passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 7, 2024 from complications due to cancer.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, on July 14, 1958, he was the son of the Charlotte (Dzanko) Blaine, of Wilkes-Barre and the late Gerald Blaine.
David attended Meyers High School and Wilkes-Barre Area Vocational Technical School for Masonry. He...
Alan F. Leach
May 31, 2024
Alan F. Leach, 83, of Pennellville, NY, passed away Friday, May 31, 2024, at PAM Health Specialty Hospital, Wilkes-Barre. Arrangments were private for his family.
Henryk G. Kaleniecki
May 27, 2024
Henryk G. Kaleniecki,72 of Rosedale, NY, passed away unexpectedly on May 27th 2024. Born on August 17, 1951, in Sanok,Poland, he was the son of Roman and Janina (Wrotniak) Kaleniecki. Henryk was a talented Tool&Die Maker/Machinist and a proud member of TWU local 100, he worked for the New York City Transit Authority.
He leaves behind his...
Robert Gribble
May 12, 2024
Robert P. Gribble, 75, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Sunday, May 12, at his home.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late Mason and Natalie (Gates) Gribble.
Prior to retiring, Robert worked for Metro Wire, Wilkes-Barre. He proudly served hsi country during the Vietnam War.
In addition to his parents,...
William Watkins
May 11, 2024
William George Watkins, age 85, of the Goose Island section of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on May 11, 2024, at the Hampton House, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on February 22, 1939, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and spent his entire life in Goose Island. In his younger days, he was affectionately known...
John Joseph Coledo
May 5, 2024
John Joseph Coledo, 90, of Edwardsville, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Allied Services Hospice Center, Wilkes-Barre, surrounded by his family.
Born in Williamsport on April 23, 1934, he was the son of the late John James and Mary (Zuchowski) Coledo.
John proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He...
Deborah S. (Wiseman) Crossin
Apr 28, 2024
Deborah S. (Wiseman) Crossin, 74, of Pittston Township, passed away on Sunday, April 28th, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
Born in Harrisburg, on December 12, 1949, she was a daughter of the late Warren P. and Altheda (Peters) Wiseman.
Deborah enjoyed spending time with her family, loved to read and spent her free time doing cross...
Mary C. (Chajko) Randazzo
Apr 22, 2024
Mary C. (Chajko) Randazzo, 92, of West Wyoming, passed away April 22, 2024, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, surround by her family.
Born in Swoyersville on April 9, 1932, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Yednak) Chajko.
Mary worked in the garment industry and retired from Small Town Factory. She was a...
Judith A. (Shrader) Trebunak
Apr 17, 2024
Judith "Judy" A. Trebunak, 68, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Allied Services Hospice, Wilkes-Barre.
Born in Wilkes-Barre on January 10, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Marie (Baloga) Shrader.
Judy graduated from Coughlin High School in 1972 and went on to work at the Meadows Nursing Home,...
Molly T. (Blaum) Pearson
Apr 15, 2024
Molly Blaum Pearson, recently overcome by illness, was the oldest child of the late Edward “Bud” Blaum and Margaret “Peggy” (Hughes) Blaum. She was the big sister to three siblings: the late Ned Blaum (Joan); Nancy Petlock (Matt); and Amy Martin (Matthew).
Molly lived and worked her entire life within South Wilkes-Barre. She attended elementary school at...
Janice Diane Burdett
Apr 13, 2024
Janice D. (Thomas) Burdett, 68, of Moosic, passed away on Saturday evening, April 13th, at Geisinger CMC Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Scranton, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Amelia (Griffiths) Thomas.
Janice was a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Scranton. She loved spending time with her family...
