Obituaries for Schuylkill County and the surrounding areas.
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Cody was born in Mahanoy City, PA on May 27, 1992, a son of Barry Decker and the late Joy (Frie).
He graduated from Marian High School, class of 2010
He then served in the U.S. Army in the 198th Infantry Brigade as a SPC in the War on Terror Afghanistan. During his deployment he served as a Team Leader and led a group of soldiers through combat. He was honorably/medically discharged in 2015 and received the 5 NATO medal for service and was recognized for serving under the 319th Military Intelligence Battalion.
Cody was a dedicated and loyal son, grandson, nephew, brother and friend. He was a talented artist who touched many lives. Cody enjoyed spending time with his family and service dog Keano whom he loved. He was a selfless and gentle soul and will be greatly missed.
In addition to his father Barry and his companion Melissa, Cody is also survived by his Grandfather Barry with whom he lived, a sister, Courtney, wife of Joe Tamagini, of Tamaqua, a brother, Chris, husband of Nicole, of Lebanon; his aunts Linda and her companion Jeff Bamford, and Diane Decker and her companion Gary Matthews, and step brother and sister Colin and Carly Hasara.
He is preceded in death by his grandmother Nancy.
Friends may call Friday 4 to 8 PM June 12th, at the funeral home. Anyone attending must wear a face covering due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are limited to 25 people inside the parlor at any one time.
Donations can be given to Wounded Warrior Project or SPCA
Interment will be private at the Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Annville, PA.
Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book, send sympathy cards, or view Video Tribute.
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Julia was born in New Boston, PA on June 15, 1922, a daughter of the late Caroline (Musial) and Julius Onefsky.
She graduated from Mahanoy Twp High School class of 1941.
After high school she worked for the war effort in WW2 in Washington DC.
She is a member of St. Richards Church Barnesville.
She belonged to several Senior Citizens organizations around the area and also belonged to Ryan Twp. Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary.
Julia is survived by a daughter, Patricia Blew, of Barnesville and also survived by Grandchildren Jason and Eric, Great Grandchildren Noah, Haley, and Jake and Step Great Grandchildren Rachel, Beckie, and Abigail. A Niece Deloris and her husband Edwin.
She is preceded in death by son Vincent, Brothers Michael, Adam, Edward, Joseph, Francis and sisters Mary Hieland, and Annie Musial.
Interment private at convenience of the Family at St. Canicus Cemetery Mahanoy City, PA.
Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book and send sympathy cards.
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Born in Jalappa, Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Mary Shargo Chekan.
She was educated in Pottsville Area schools.
During her lifetime, she was employed by Phillips and Jones and WearEver Pen and Pencil.
She was a member of St. Michael Orthodox Church, Saint Clair, and a member of St. Barbara's Altar Society.
In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Robert C. Umbenhen, who passed away in 1989. She was also preceded by her siblings, Mariya, Elizabeth, Veronica, Mary, Elizabeth, Michael Jr., George and Andrew, along with her beloved pet, Fifi.
Margaret is survived by her three children, Deborah Hughes, of Ashburn, Va., Patti Kochol, wife of Kenneth, of Pottsville, and Robert Umbenhen, husband to Patrice, of Minersville. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Nicole Kochol, wife of Ryan Weaber, of Elizabethtown, and Tyler Umbenhen, companion to Carlee, of Minersville; along with a sister, Anna Premich, Laguna Beach, Calif.; a brother, Paul Chekan, husband to Dorothy, of Port Carbon; nieces and nephews.
A viewing in accordance with COVID-19 guidelines will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Friday at Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven. Private funeral services will follow with entombment to take place on the grounds of Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations in Margaret's memory to St. Michael Orthodox Church, 106 N. Morris St., Saint Clair, PA 17970. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.grabowskifuneralhome.com.
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Paul is survived by his son Paul Joseph Kasinecz Jr. of Minersville. In addition to his son, Paul is survived by his companion of 28 years Gretchen R. Ulmer. Gretchen’s sons include Jesse Sabitsky husband of Ashley Sabitsky of Duncannon, and Jared Sabitsky husband of Chrissy Sabitsky and their daughter Harlow Jade Sabitsky all of Cressona. Paul’s two surviving brothers include his older brother Robert J. Kasinecz, partner of John Shipley, both of Allentown, and Paul’s twin brother Peter J. Kasinecz, husband of Cathy Kasinecz, both of Primrose. Loving nieces include Amanda M. Kasinecz of Brookhaven, and Jennifer L. (Kasinecz) Pelletier wife of Dustin, both of Lancaster. His loving nephew is Peter J. Kasinecz Jr. of Primrose. Paul was preceded in death by his parents Peter and Mary and loving niece Katie J. Kasinecz of Emmaus.
All Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in accordance with COVID-19 guidelines at 10:00 am Wednesday at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Minersville with Reverend Jason Stokes celebrant.
Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville entrusted with the arrangements.
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Loretta B. Sponhouse, 98, of Port Carbon, passed away surrounded by her family, Monday, June 8th, at her residence. Born in St. Clair, January 12, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Evans McNulty. She attended the former St. Mary’s Catholic School, St. Clair, and later working as a custodial maid for area motels, retiring from the former Fairlane Motor Inn of Pottsville. Loretta was a member of the former St. Stephen’s Catholic Church, Port Carbon, now St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, St. Clair. Her passion in life was baking, she loved to bake bread and sticky buns, sharing them with family and friends.Preceding her in death was her husband, Walter Sponhouse, passing February 12, 2000, a daughter Sally Ann Yeager, grandson, Lee Schwalm, a great grandson, Colton Yeager, son, Michael Guzick, Sisters, Margaret Hesse, Theresa Purcell, Mary McNulty, Brothers, William, John, Michael, Joseph, and James McNulty.
Survivors:
Daughter: Irene wife of Stirling Santee, Pottsville
Daughter: Loretta wife of Michael Skoufalos, Port Carbon
Daughter: Kathleen wife of Thomas Adamchick, St. Clair
Son: Walter Sponhouse Jr., and his companion Kathleen Staller, Schuylkill Haven
Step Son: Vince Kane and his wife Jean, Palo Alto
13 Grandchildren, 15 Great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews
Friends and relatives are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial, at 11 AM, Friday June 12th, in the Saint Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, 250 E. Hancock St., St. Clair. Celebrant will be Rev. Monsignor William F. Glosser. A time of visitation will begin at 10 AM in the church. Interment will be held at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery at a later date.
Visit www.Fritzfuneralhome.com. The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of arrangements.
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