Skook News Obituaries: August 24th, 2020
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Born in Pottsville, PA on November 7, 1934, Miriam was a daughter of the late Leroy and Elva (nee Schultz) Miller. The valedictorian of the former St. Clair High School, Class of 1952, she graduated from Bloomsburg State Teachers College in 1957. Miriam loved teaching and shared her skills teaching business education classes at the McCann School of Business in Mahanoy City and at several other local schools. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Tamaqua where she sang in the choir and was a former treasurer.
Miriam is survived by sons, David Argall and his wife, Beth of Rush Township, PA and Douglas and his wife, Melissa of Lancaster, PA; grandchildren, Arthur John Argall, III and Elizabeth Argall both of Washington, DC and Brady Argall and Kaitlyn Argall both of Lancaster, PA; sisters, Martha Hartman and Mary Alice Vinc of MD and Millie Miller of DE; a brother in law, Clair Argall, of AL; and many nephews and nieces.
Services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, August 29 in the First United Methodist Church, 124 West Broad Street, Tamaqua. Interment in Sky View Memorial Park, Hometown, PA will follow services. Call 9-11 AM on Saturday at the church. Memorials in Miriam’s name may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 124 West Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA 18252. Attendees are reminded of the COVID-19 pandemic guidelines and are kindly asked to wear a mask and observe physical distancing. Online condolences may be made at www.zgfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are being handled by the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Tamaqua.
David “Beaver” Flail, 49, of Frackville, died Thursday August 20, 2020 in Frackville.
Born in Pottsville, April 26, 1971, He was a son of David E. Flail of Frackville and Deborah Smith of Frackville.
He was an Equipment Operator for Frackville Borough, and previously at Ron Troy Paving, Frackville.
He was of the Methodist Faith and a member of Sons of the American Legion and South End Field and Stream Association, Frackville. David played Frackville Little League and Teener baseball; Loved riding dirtbikes and especially his Harley Davidson.
Surviving are sister Renee Corby, Minersville; Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews & a great niece.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ruth Steinert SPCA, PO Box 332, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.
Howard J. Kosick, 64, Girardville passed away peacefully Sunday evening at the home of his daughter Melissa in Aristes.
Born in Neptune, NJ he was a son of the late Stephen and Geraldine Rae Gifford Kosick. He was a self- employed contractor.
Howard is survived by a son Joshua Kosick, Jackson, NJ, three daughters; Melissa and her fiancé Floyd Dillman, Aristes, Renee wife of Don Carter, Tampa FL and Litza Kosick, Toms River, NJ, two brothers; Kenneth and his wife Lynn Kosick, Frackville, Earl and his wife Sharon Kosick, Waretown, NJ, five sisters; Stephanie wife of Tom Trimboli, FL, Justine Kosick, Girardville, Victoria wife of Tom Weikel, Girardville, Bernadette Kosick, Ringtown and Monique wife of Brian Benjamin, Bonisay, FL, his beloved grandchildren; Darian, Alexander, Stanley, Xavier, Dylan, Jarod, Jaiden, Alex and River, also by numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and aunts.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday from the Thomas M. Sulllivan Funeral Home, Inc, Girardville. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 1 p.m. until time of service
All covid-19 restrictions will apply.
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Born in Pottsville, April 26, 1971, He was a son of David E. Flail of Frackville and Deborah Smith of Frackville.
He was an Equipment Operator for Frackville Borough, and previously at Ron Troy Paving, Frackville.
He was of the Methodist Faith and a member of Sons of the American Legion and South End Field and Stream Association, Frackville. David played Frackville Little League and Teener baseball; Loved riding dirtbikes and especially his Harley Davidson.
Surviving are sister Renee Corby, Minersville; Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews & a great niece.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ruth Steinert SPCA, PO Box 332, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.
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Born in Neptune, NJ he was a son of the late Stephen and Geraldine Rae Gifford Kosick. He was a self- employed contractor.
Howard is survived by a son Joshua Kosick, Jackson, NJ, three daughters; Melissa and her fiancé Floyd Dillman, Aristes, Renee wife of Don Carter, Tampa FL and Litza Kosick, Toms River, NJ, two brothers; Kenneth and his wife Lynn Kosick, Frackville, Earl and his wife Sharon Kosick, Waretown, NJ, five sisters; Stephanie wife of Tom Trimboli, FL, Justine Kosick, Girardville, Victoria wife of Tom Weikel, Girardville, Bernadette Kosick, Ringtown and Monique wife of Brian Benjamin, Bonisay, FL, his beloved grandchildren; Darian, Alexander, Stanley, Xavier, Dylan, Jarod, Jaiden, Alex and River, also by numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and aunts.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday from the Thomas M. Sulllivan Funeral Home, Inc, Girardville. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 1 p.m. until time of service
All covid-19 restrictions will apply.
Thomas M. Sulllivan Funeral Home, Inc, Girardville is in charge of arrangements.
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Born in Ashland, he was a son of Mary Ellen Dillman, Frackville and her late husband Kevin G. Dillman Sr.
Michael had a love for baseball and excelled in the sport. He was a member of the 1995 Frackville Championship All-Star team, the Frackville Teener League and the Frackville American Legion Baseball team. He won multiple championships when he played and was known as “Iron Mike” to his teammates for his ability to throw the ball and hit homeruns. Mike still holds the Frackville Little League record for most homeruns in a year (36). Throughout his baseball career his dad, Kevin Sr. and his Coach John Chuma inspired and challenged Mike to be an exceptional baseball player.
Mike also was passionate about football and the teams he followed. He was an avid San Francisco 49ers and Notre Dame fan. On the diamond, he enjoyed watching the Atlanta Braves and in hockey, the Chicago Blackhawks. He enjoyed playing with his dogs and driving in his Camaro.
Mike was preceded in death by his father, Kevin G. Dillman Sr. on August 20th.
In addition to his mother, Mary Ellen Dillman, he is survived by a brother Kevin and his wife Amanda Dillman, Frackville; his bright-eyed beautiful niece who he adored, Peyton and loving nephew Carter Dillman; numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.
Combined Funeral Services for Michael and his father Kevin will be held on Friday, August 28th at 12 noon from the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Frackville with Rev. Jeff Merwine officiating. Friends are invited to a visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dillman family at 157 S. Broad Mountain Avenue, Frackville, PA 17931.
Thomas M. Sulllivan Funeral Home, Inc, Girardville is in charge of arrangements.
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Dollie was born in Ryan Township, PA on September 6, 1921, a daughter of the late Elizabeth (Jones) Bankes and Lewis James Bankes.
She was the widow of Ralph M. (Dinty) Moore. She lived in Clamtown from age 14 until 1945 when she moved to Orwigsburg.
Dollie was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Orwigsburg, where she served as the Chairwoman of the Greeters and Visitation. She was also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW and the Eastern Star of Orwigsburg- Chapter # 424.
During her life she was employed with the Atlas Powder Co., Classtex Knitting Mill and the Zulick Shoe Factory.
Dollie is survived by her daughter, Phyllis M. Brilla, wife of Bernard, of Orwigsburg; her son, Dennis M. Moore, also of Orwigsburg.
She is also survived by Grandchildren Mark Brilla, husband of Hope (Missy); Matthew Brilla, Husband of Erika.. Great Grandchildren Chase Brilla, Bryce Brilla, Stone Brilla, EveyRae Brilla and Devan Stortz, husband of Amanda and Great Great Grandson John Stortz.
Dollie is the last her siblings and also of her extensive circle of friends.
She was preceded in death by brothers Reese, William, Daniel & Elmer Bankes and sisters Alberta Knieriem, Florence Krueger, Helen Teter and Thelma Assalita. She was also predeceased by her Great Grandson Maxim Anthony Brilla.
A Religious Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 28th at St. John's United Church of Christ in Orwigsburg. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until time of service. Interment to follow at Schuylkill memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven. Guests planning to attend are asked to please follow CDC Guidelines to help against spread of covid-19.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. John's United Church of Christ 236 East Market Street Orwigsburg, PA 17961.
Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. is honored to be serving Dollie's family.
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Born Monday, September 28, 1936 in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania the son of the late Michael and Susan (Kralik) Felsoci.
Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Marilyn J. (Price) Felsoci; son, Andrew Scot Felsoci and his wife Janice of San Jose, CA.; granddaughters, Brooklyn and Madison.
He was predeceased by brothers, John Felsoci and Michael Felsoci, sisters, Ann Chicanavage, Mary Selgrath and Millie Kerak.
A 1954 graduate of Tamaqua High School, Andy was a standout football player. He worked in property management for many years, and for his nephew's company responsible for environmental water restoration. Andy was an avid hunter, and outdoorsman who spent many days hiking and biking in the mountains of Schuylkill County. He was a lifetime member of the NRA. As a neighbor you were envious of how meticulously he maintained his home.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. (570) 668-2550
A Funeral Service will be at Noon on Friday August 28, 2020 from the funeral home. Friends may call from 10:30 A.M. until time of services.
Interment Sky-View Memorial Park Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.
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He was born on Wednesday, September 1, 1937, in Valley View, a son of the late Melvin A Moyer and the late Mary O (Heller) Moyer.
He was a 1955 graduate of the former Hegins Twp High School.
He served in the US Army.
John was the owner of the former Moyer's Hardware, Valley View, he served as a Deputy Game Warden for the PA Game Commission, and retried from the PA Army National Guard, and then worked as an attendant for Buffington-Reed Funeral Home.
He was a member of St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Valley View.
He was also a member of VFW Post 8237 and American Legion Post 575 both of Valley View, and the Grundsau Lodge.
John enjoyed hunting and fishing, beekeeping, working at the funeral home, breakfast at Traci's Place, and spending time with his friends.
He is survived by his wife Jacqueline E (Gribbin) Moyer, to whom he was married for 63 years.
He is also survived by two daughters, Cindy L Moyer of Valley View and Elizabeth A Stutzman and her husband Bruce of Valley View; two grandsons, John M Stutzman of Valley View, and Evan R Moyer and his fiancé Brittany Eichert of Valley View; and great granddaughter, Colbie J Moyer.
Funeral services will be held at the Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, on Thursday, August 27, 2020, at 11:00 am, with Rev. Curtis Zemencik officiating.
A viewing will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Thursday at the funeral home.
Burial with Military Honors will be made in St. Andrew's Cemetery, Valley View.
Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com
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Gloria A. Bechtel, 94 of Pottsville, died Sunday morning at home.
Arrangements are under the care of James B. Humphrey, Funeral Director, James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville, www.jehumphreyfuneralhome.com
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