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Born August 21, 1931, Paul was the son of the late Raymond J and Carrie E (Heinbach) Kramer.
Paul was a 1949 graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School. He served his country in the Air Force, having entered following high school, and being honorably discharged on November 30, 1954. For over a year, he was stationed at Nagoya Air Force Base in Japan, having supported America’s operations during the Korean War.
Paul married the late Helen Irene Ziegler on September 15, 1956. They were married for 57 years until Helen’s passing on October 20, 2013.
Paul spent his career in banking, having worked at the Pennsylvania National Bank and later retiring as branch manager at the First National Bank of Fredericksburg in Friedensburg.
Paul was a member of the Grace Evangelical Congregational Church in Schuylkill Haven since his childhood. He served on the church’s board of supervisors in the 1950s, having been recognized at an early age by the board’s older members as someone with strong faith in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Paul’s fondest memories include ballroom dancing to big band music with his wife and annual vacations to Florida with his family. He took great interest in local high school sports. Paul spent his life selflessly devoting himself to others, providing endless love, care, and support, especially for his wife, daughter, and grandson.
In addition to his wife and parents, Paul was preceded in death by six siblings. Surviving are his daughter, Sandra Darcangelo, grandson, Paul Darcangelo, nieces, and nephews.
Paul’s family would like to thank the healthcare workers involved in his end of life care at LVH – Schuylkill East campus’s 6th floor for their tremendous knowledge, hard work, and compassion.
A Celebration of Life Graveside Service will be held Thursday, August 6 at 11:00 at Manbeck's Cemetery, Pine Grove with Reverend Ted Rathman.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Paul’s memory be made to the Grace EC Church at 15 Earl Stoyer Drive in Schuylkill Haven.
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Born in Philadelphia, June 28, 1965, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Carol (Donit) Corby Williams.
She was a lead biller at the Lebanon Veterans Affairs Office.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Christopher Corby and Paul Corby.
Surviving are her husband of 33 years, David W. Grabish, and two sons, Daniel Grabish and John Grabish, all of Schuylkill Haven; two brothers, Bernard Corby and Jason Corby, of Saint Clair; a sister, Veronica Kogoy, Wilkes-Barre; Nieces and Nephews.
Private religious service and burial will be held at the convenience of the family from Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, 110 N. Second St., Saint Clair. Monsignor John Grabish will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer remembrances to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516.
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Brandi L. Comstock, 27, Catawissa passed away on Wednesday, July 29th.
Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home Inc., Frackville is in charge of the arrangements.
Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home Inc., Frackville is in charge of the arrangements.
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Born in Pottsville, January 14, 1964 a son of the late Ralph and Gladys Harris Wetzel.
Dale was a graduate of Pine Grove High School. He was employed as a maintenance mechanic for Sterman Masser Inc, Sacramento. He was also a tool and die repairman at Zemco, Williamstown.
Dale was of the Lutheran Faith; he was a member of the Sunnyside Hunting Club, Little Runs Sportsman Club, Valley View Gun Club and the Erdmans Sportsmans Association.
Dale could often be found in the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and being surrounded by nature. He enjoyed listening to classic rock and was always the jokester, but above all, his sons were his world. His love for his grandchildren was second to none. He loved being a Pap.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Dennis Wetzel.
Surviving are his three sons, Dustin Wetzel and his wife Chelsea, Tremont; Drew Wetzel and his wife Jennifer, Tremont and Doug Wetzel and his wife Alexsis, Valley View; a sister Gale Krammes, Joliett with whom he resided; his six grandchildren he adored, Grace, Daxtyn, Emilee, Dillon, Addison and Rayleigh.
Funeral Services will be held Friday, August 7th at 11:00 am from the Chapel of the Dimon Funeral Home, Inc., Tower City with Pastor Annette Shutt officiating. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Tremont. Viewing will be from 6-8 pm Thursday in the chapel. Memorial donations in Dale's name should be made to the Chase Coleman Medical Expense Fund, c/o Gratz Bank, 1625 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 816, Valley View PA 17983. To send condolences to the family visit www.dimonfuneralhome.com
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Born in Ashland, February 24, 1928, the daughter of the late Joseph and Eva (Kroh) Petrusky. She was a graduate of Butler Township High School. She was also a member of the Washington Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary and a member of the Friends of St. Joseph. Above all, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who took tremendous care of her family. She was well noted for her generosity, her friendliness, her Christmas cookies, Easter eggs, and coconut cakes.
Surviving is her husband of 73 years, Stanley Pogash; Two daughters: Jean Louise, wife of Thomas Hepler, Ashland; Dianne, wife of James Mensch, Ashland. Brother, William Petrusky, Ashland. Three grandchildren: Brian Hepler, Stacey Grassi, and Stefanie Ott. Five great-grandchildren: Madeline, Amelia, Liliana, Zachary, and Carly. Nieces and nephews.
Jean was preceded in death by her sister Mary Zeller and Catherine Matthews, and a brother, Joseph Petrusky.
Due to the Covid 19 virus, services will be private. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Charles Borromeo Parish. Interment will be at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Fountain Springs. Memorial contributions can be sent to the Washington Fire Co. 1307 Center St Ashland, PA 17921.
Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
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Leonard C. Raudenbush, 78, of Schneck Dr., Pine Grove, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2020 in the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown surrounded by his loving family.
Born on January 3, 1942 in Ravine, he was a son of the late Harry and Frances Wenrich Raudenbush.
He was a 1959 graduate of Pine Grove High School.
He was a BT3 in the Navy having served on the USS Amphion.
Leonard worked for Bethlehem Steel Grace Mine at Morgantown.
Leonard spent his time raising his four children and helping raise his grandchildren. He loved fishing, camping, boating, reading, and spending time with his family not allowing anything to stand or get in the way of enjoying life.
His love for life was untouchable. And most people would call him exceptional. He was the kindest, gentlest family man that would do anything for anyone.
Preceding him in death was a granddaughter Chelsea Eichert.
Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Rosemarie McGann Raudenbush; a son Gregory and wife Christy Raudenbush of Leesport; three daughters, Angela and husband Terry Wessner, Alicia Eichert and companion Gary Aungst, Jr., Andrea and husband John Harris, all of Pine Grove; 6 grandchildren, Kyrstin, Kaylin, Mallory, CJ, Luke and Logan; 5 great grandchildren, Zachary, Mason, Addison, Gracen, and Westyn; a brother, Roland and wife Patsy Raudenbush of Palmetto, FL; a sister, Eileen and husband Thomas Blew of Tuscarora.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2020 from 4:30 P.M. until 6:30 P.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove. Memorial Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to the Make-a-wish Foundation of Mid-Eastern Pa, 327 North Washington Avenue Suite 501, Scranton, Pa. 18503 Attn: Maggie O'Brien in his memory.
You may send condolences online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com
Born on January 3, 1942 in Ravine, he was a son of the late Harry and Frances Wenrich Raudenbush.
He was a 1959 graduate of Pine Grove High School.
He was a BT3 in the Navy having served on the USS Amphion.
Leonard worked for Bethlehem Steel Grace Mine at Morgantown.
Leonard spent his time raising his four children and helping raise his grandchildren. He loved fishing, camping, boating, reading, and spending time with his family not allowing anything to stand or get in the way of enjoying life.
His love for life was untouchable. And most people would call him exceptional. He was the kindest, gentlest family man that would do anything for anyone.
Preceding him in death was a granddaughter Chelsea Eichert.
Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Rosemarie McGann Raudenbush; a son Gregory and wife Christy Raudenbush of Leesport; three daughters, Angela and husband Terry Wessner, Alicia Eichert and companion Gary Aungst, Jr., Andrea and husband John Harris, all of Pine Grove; 6 grandchildren, Kyrstin, Kaylin, Mallory, CJ, Luke and Logan; 5 great grandchildren, Zachary, Mason, Addison, Gracen, and Westyn; a brother, Roland and wife Patsy Raudenbush of Palmetto, FL; a sister, Eileen and husband Thomas Blew of Tuscarora.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2020 from 4:30 P.M. until 6:30 P.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove. Memorial Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to the Make-a-wish Foundation of Mid-Eastern Pa, 327 North Washington Avenue Suite 501, Scranton, Pa. 18503 Attn: Maggie O'Brien in his memory.
You may send condolences online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com
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A veteran of the Korean Conflict, Carmel served with the U.S .Navy as a gunner aboard the USS Lake Champlain, receiving the National Defense Medal and the Korean Service Medal. He had been employed as an electronics cleaner with Lucent Technologies, Allentown, until his retirement. Gary was a life member of Victor Emmanuel II Club, Reading.
Preceding him in death was his wife, Joyce Klinger Garipoli, passing in 2002.
Survivors
Brother: Richard Garipoli Sr. and his wife Judy, Exeter Township
Sister: Barbara Bruckart, Glen Allen, VA
Son: Daniel Klinger and his wife Peggy, West Lawn
Son: Dennis Klinger and his wife Tina, Hummelstown
Son: Gregory Garipoli, Reading
Son: Douglas Garipoli, Reading
Daughter: Debra wife of Gregory Gaenzle, Mohnton
Daughter: Toni wife of Kenneth Raser, Exeter
11 Grandchildren, 15 Great Grandchildren, many nieces and nephews
Relatives and Friends are invited to attend a funeral service, Wednesday, August 5th at 11 AM in the Cramp Hummel Funeral Home, 934 Centre Ave., Reading.
A viewing will be held in the funeral home starting at 9 AM until service. Interment with military honors will be Friday, August 7th, at 1 PM in St. John’s Cemetery, Deep Creek Road, Barry Township, PA. The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of arrangements.
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