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Robert Francis Lipsky, Jr., 68, of Pottsville passed away Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Lehigh Valley Hospital- Schuylkill East.
Born in Pottsville, May 21, 1951, he was the son of Elizabeth (Reed) Lipsky and the late Robert Francis Lipsky, Sr.
He was a member of Bethany Christian Fellowship E.C.C., Cressona where he served as worship leader and leadership team chairman, and a former member of St. Patricks RC Church, Pottsville. He was also a lifetime member of Yorkville Hose Co., Pottsville, recently receiving his 40-year member award, and Cressona Fire Company No. 1, Cressona.
Robert was a Pottsville Area High School graduate, class of 1969. He was a Bucks County Community College Fire School Instructor and also worked at Schuylkill Technology Center. He was previously employed with The Republican-Herald, KME, and Yale Electric. He enjoyed woodworking.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his late wife, Janice (Sinton) Lipsky and brother-in-law, Joseph Rehnert.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife Jean (Wilt) Lipsky, married August 15, 2015; daughter, Laurie Ann Chappell wife of Harry; son, Robert F. Lipsky III; four step-children; sister, Carol Ann Rehnert; mother-in-law, Beverly Durand; sister-in-law, Jackie Lewis fiancee of Kelly Brown; nieces, great-nieces and a great-nephew.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4PM on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Bethany Christian Fellowship E.C.C., 102 Front St, Cressona. Family and friends may call from 2PM until the time of the service at the church. Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to Yorkville Hose Company PO BOX 1222 Pottsville, PA 17901 or Bethany Christian Fellowship E.C.C. Bell Tower Fund 102 Front St, Cressona 17929.
Please visit SchlitzerAllenPugh.com to leave a condolence for the Lipsky family.
Born in Pottsville, May 21, 1951, he was the son of Elizabeth (Reed) Lipsky and the late Robert Francis Lipsky, Sr.
He was a member of Bethany Christian Fellowship E.C.C., Cressona where he served as worship leader and leadership team chairman, and a former member of St. Patricks RC Church, Pottsville. He was also a lifetime member of Yorkville Hose Co., Pottsville, recently receiving his 40-year member award, and Cressona Fire Company No. 1, Cressona.
Robert was a Pottsville Area High School graduate, class of 1969. He was a Bucks County Community College Fire School Instructor and also worked at Schuylkill Technology Center. He was previously employed with The Republican-Herald, KME, and Yale Electric. He enjoyed woodworking.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his late wife, Janice (Sinton) Lipsky and brother-in-law, Joseph Rehnert.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife Jean (Wilt) Lipsky, married August 15, 2015; daughter, Laurie Ann Chappell wife of Harry; son, Robert F. Lipsky III; four step-children; sister, Carol Ann Rehnert; mother-in-law, Beverly Durand; sister-in-law, Jackie Lewis fiancee of Kelly Brown; nieces, great-nieces and a great-nephew.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4PM on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Bethany Christian Fellowship E.C.C., 102 Front St, Cressona. Family and friends may call from 2PM until the time of the service at the church. Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to Yorkville Hose Company PO BOX 1222 Pottsville, PA 17901 or Bethany Christian Fellowship E.C.C. Bell Tower Fund 102 Front St, Cressona 17929.
Please visit SchlitzerAllenPugh.com to leave a condolence for the Lipsky family.
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William E. Seladones, 60 years of age, of Pitt Street, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania died unexpectedly, on Monday, February 24, 2020, at home.Survived by his wife; Ellie (DeAngelo) Seladones; daughter, Samantha L. Bieber wife of Lane of Tamaqua; son, Jeremy Richardson of Minersville; brother, Gary P Seladones and his wife Nanette of Allentown; sister, Beverly A. Mogelnicki wife of Thomas of St. Petersburg, FL; grand children whom he adored, Kaydence, Ryker, Oaklynn who affectionately called him pop-pop.
Born in Coaldale the son of the late Bernard F., and Anna (Morris) Seladones.
Bill worked at Kovatch Mobile Equipment of Nesquehoning for the past 6 years, and previously drove truck, for J.D. Trucking and Frantz Brothers Trucking for many years.
Bill was a longtime active member of the Citizens Fire Company of Tamaqua having served as Past President, Secretary and Chief Engineer.
Bill loved spending time with Ellie his children, and dotting on his grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
A Funeral service will be held on Thursday evening February 27, 2020 at 8:00 PM from the funeral home. Friends may call from 5:00 P.M. until time of services.
Private interment.
Memorials in his name in care of Ellie for an educational fund to be established for Bills grandchildren.
Ellie Seladones, 106 Pitt Street, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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Janet L. Ruch , 85 years of age passed away peacefully on February 20. 2020 at the home of her daughter in West Penn Township, Schuylkill Pennsylvania surrounded by the loving care of her family.
Born in Baltimore, MD on August 2, 1934, the daughter of the late Burnell, and Helen (McGuire) Zahn.
Survived by; her husband of 67 years, Charles E. Ruch; daughters; Jil M. Ruch of Hanover, Pa., Tanya Theresa Beck wife of Ray of Fairfield, Pa., Kristen Hess wife of Robert of Tamaqua, Pa.; son, Lee M. Ruch and his wife Roxanne of Eldersburg, MD; sister, Sharon Barnhart of Emmitsburg, MD; brother, Gary Zahn and his wife Josie of Florida; 8 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren.
A graduate of Randallstown High School, Janet was a talented seamstress. She adored her family, and enjoyed being a wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She will be missed by all.
E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550 has been entrusted with her care.
online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
A graduate of Randallstown High School, Janet was a talented seamstress. She adored her family, and enjoyed being a wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She will be missed by all.
E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550 has been entrusted with her care.
online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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