Obituaries

Feb 2, 2025

Robert W. Sillars, 74, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025, at his home.

Born in Philadelphia on April 20, 1950, he was a son of the late William M. and Irma (Collins) Sillars.

Robert worked for Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority in Philadelphia and later worked as a Blackjack dealer at Mohegan Sun Casino,...

Jan 30, 2025

Reverend Gloria Jean (McCloe) Watson, 77, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away peacefully at her home on January 30, 2025. She was surrounded by her loved ones. Born on February 18, 1947, in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of the late Vernon McCloe, Sr. and Ida Mae (Flakes) McCloe. After obtaining her GED, Gloria went on to further her education at...

Jan 24, 2025

James Sullivan of Scranton, Pennsylvania passed away on Jan 24, 2025. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jan 23, 2025

Richard “Rick” Rogers, 81, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Embassy of Wyoming Valley Nursing Home.

Born in Idetown on December 3, 1943, he was the son of the late Russell and Mary (Williams) Rogers.

Rick served his country in the United States Army. He loved restoring old cars and keeping himself...

Jan 19, 2025

Dorothy Litchfield passed away on Jan 19, 2025 at the Hampton House. Private services were handled by her family.

Jan 19, 2025

John J. Morris, 97 of Wilkes-Barre PA passed away January 19, 2025 surrounded with love from his family and dedicated caregivers. He is now with his parents, brothers Tom & Christy Morris, sisters Rose Asaif and Sarah Mozloom, nephew Joseph Morris, and niece Lillian Klinger.

John was born November 23, 1927, the son of Lulu and Joseph...

Jan 1, 2025

Lawrence Fary passed away on Jan 1, 2025. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Dec 29, 2024

Mary Eliza Curtis McCullough (81) She was born in Raleigh, North Carolina on September 30, 1943. She passed away December 29, 2024, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, Plains. She was one of the daughters of the late William and Dorothy (Holloway) Curtis. She was a member of Bible Temple Church, Newark New Jersey, and The Order of the Eastern...

Dec 28, 2024

Sheila Hall Harper was born on January 9, 1957 at Meadowbrook Hospital in East Meadow, NY, to Louise Finley and Thomas Hall. In her earlier years, Sheila resided in the Elmont, Hempstead and Roosevelt parts of Nassau County, Long Island. She eventually settled in the Long Beach area where she transitioned into adulthood.

Sheila explored many vocations...

Dec 20, 2024

Maria Tuturas, 65, passed away on December 20, 2024.

Maria was born on April 18, 1959, to Mihai and Maria Selever in Remeti, Romania. After graduating from high school, Maria got married and came to the United States in 1981 and made it her permanent residence.

Maria went on to have two children, John and...

Dec 20, 2024

Virginia Chwastyk, 64, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital.

Born on September 3, 1960, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Sophie (Vankevich) Chwastyk.

In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by brother, Michael Chwastyk II; and sister, Rose Ann Meinecke.

Dec 18, 2024

Elizabeth “Betty” Lamoreaux, 89, of Edwardsville, peacefully passed away on December 18, 2024, at Maple Ridge Rehab and Healthcare Center.

Born on November 20, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Evan Yant and Victoria (Wallace) Thomas.

In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband, William Lamoreaux; daughter,...

Dec 17, 2024

Raymond, affectionately known as “Junie”, was a kind caring man, who cared very deeply for his family. He touched the lives of many with his gentle spirit and compassionate heart.

Raymond Everette Strother Jr. of Wilkes Barre, passed away on December 17th, 2024, at the age of 51. Born on August 21, 1973, in Bronx NY, to...

Dec 14, 2024

Ray was a sweet, caring many who loved and cared deeply for his family. He touched the lives of so many with his gentle smile and compassionate heart. He loved to make people laugh and he has a heart for young people. Ray enjoyed planning trips and playing basketball with the youth. His favorite foods were fried chicken and...

Dec 11, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Vera E Jones Burrell, of Wilkes Barre announces her passing on December 11, 2024 at Allied Services Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in the Bronx, NY, on June 24, 1952, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Ernestine (Haith) Smarr.

Dec 10, 2024

Joseph Anthony Morris Jr. age 71, born in Queens, NY and living in Wilkes-Barre, PA, passed away on December 10, 2024. He was was preceded in death by his wife Virginia "Ginger" Morris and sister JoAnn Morris. He is survived by siblings: Michael Morris (Kathy Morris), Patrica Morris McAleney (Robert McAleney), and Janet Morris Amodie. Children: Daniel Palma, William...

Dec 9, 2024

Bradley J. Bean, 64, originally from Elmira Heights, NY, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024, at Mt. Top Rehab and Health Care, in Mt. Top, PA.

Born in Elmira, NY on February 19, 1960, he was the son of the late Stanley B. and Lillian M. (Baxter) Bean.

Bradley graduated from Thomas A. Edison high...

Dec 4, 2024

Carol Joy (Tarnoski) Sitar, 76, of Hanover Twp., passed away on December 4, 2024, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.

Born on September 2, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Ann Marie (Krawec) Tarnoski.

Carol was a member of the St. Robert Bellarmine Parish at St. Aloysius Church. After receiving her...

Dec 4, 2024

Mary A. (Molly) Brodhead, 90, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey.

Born on December 30, 1933 in Nanticoke, she was the daughter of the late Matthew and Cecelia (Golon) Driscoll. Molly was a 1951 graduate of Hanover Memorial High School and was active in the...

Nov 30, 2024

Mary (Michalek) Beeunas, 97, of Nanticoke, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024 at Allied Services Meade Street Skilled Nursing.

Born in Nanticoke on January 30, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Mildred (Connell) Michalek.

Mary enjoyed shopping and sewing, often tailoring her own clothes to be more fashionable.

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