Skook News Obituaries: August 2nd, 2024
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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As a 2012 graduate of Tamaqua Area high school, he was a four year varsity football starter, homecoming king and a class officer. Peter then continued his education at Misericordia University and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration. He started his dedicated career as a Pennsylvania State Trooper when he graduated in October of 2016 as a member of the 146th Cadet class. Peter was an active member of The Bridge Church and continued the family tradition of being a member of the Little Schuylkill Lions Club.
Peter was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Horst and Ute Lautier, and paternal grandparents Rosemarie & Mario Conforti. He is survived by his wife and son; siblings Michael Conforti (husband of Kelly) and Rosemarie Hamer (wife of Christopher). Peter was a dedicated and loving uncle to his three nephews Liam, Octavian and Adriel. Peter has been a member of Craig and Karen Wagner’s family for the past 13 years and was an older brother to his two sisters-in-law, Julianna and Elizabeth. Family and friends are encouraged to come to The Bridge Church in Hamburg, PA, on Sunday, August 4th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 5th at The Bridge Church located at 3561 Old Route 22 Hamburg, PA 19526. A private internment will be in Zion UCC Cemetery in Lewistown Valley.
In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted that will be distributed between Abram’s future education, a scholarship for Tamaqua Area High School, and in support of the Blue Raiders Football team. Please make checks out to Alexandra Conforti with a memo where funds should be distributed. The address is 1108 Shady Lane, Tamaqua, PA 18252.
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Born on October 21, 1944 in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Harry G. Sr. and Amy Leininger Knittle.
Robert graduated from Pottsville High School in 1962. Upon graduation, he entered the U.S. Navy serving from 1962-1966.
He was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing, hunting, golf and gardening. His love of the outdoors came from being raised on his families Christmas Tree farm.
Robert was also a big sports fan. He loved the Nittany Lions and all things Philadelphia.
He was a member of St. Paul's UCC in Auburn.
Robert retired from Tredegar Film Products in Marlin.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Joan James, Carol Dillow and Linda Staller.
Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Jeanette Jenkins Knittle; two daughters, Christine Sewick, partner Ginny Henderson of Apopka, FL, Diane Roberts, husband Daniel of Orwigsburg; two granddaughters, Tiffani Shaner, husband Pete of Omaha, NE, Cierra Sewick of Apopka, FL; three grandsons, Gregory Roberts and Jeffrey Roberts, both of Orwigsburg, Dakota Roberts of Ocala, FL; a brother, Harry G. Knittle, Jr. of Birdsboro, Pa; a sister, Jenny Butts of Escondido, CA; many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove with Pastor Ken McDowell officiating. There will be a visitation on Thursday, August 8, 2024 from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. at the Funeral Home. Interment will be at a later date in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to a Veterans program of your choice.
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Born in Ashland on December 1, 1955, he was a son of the late Eugene B. Murphy and LaRue Hoffman Murphy of Frackville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter Rachel Murphy, his son Cody Murphy and his brother-in-law Allen E. Brennan.
Richard is survived by his sister Patricia M. Brennan, Pottsville, his brother Gene Murphy and his wife Jane, Allentown, his niece Seraphina Brennan and her husband Ames, Hartford, Connecticut, his grandchildren; Keira, Nova and Braedon and his two best friends Sean Gownley and Shane Shingara.
Rick was a man of many diverse talents. When he wasn’t at work at the Mt. Carmel Cogen, he could often be found riding his dirt bike up on the mountain, a pastime that he continued throughout his life and one that he loved since he was a teenager.
Beyond the mountain trails he frequently turned his attention to antiques of all shapes and sizes. He avidly collected and refurbished vintage cast iron pans while restoring forgotten furniture for himself and others. He was a meticulous craftsman and took great pride in his work.
Finally he was an amazing cook. There was no recipe that he wouldn’t tackle, from his “ Sixty Garlic Clove Soup” to Cornish game hens.
He was greatly loved by his family and friends and the world will be a lesser place for his absence.
The family would like to greatly acknowledge the Geisinger Hospice team who cared for Rick during his illness. Bob, Amber and Danielle were our life raft throughout this incredibly difficult time.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Glioblastoma Foundation.
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Frackville, is in charge of arrangements.
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Born Wednesday, July 19, 1922 in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania the son of the late William H., and Minnie (Collins) Edmonds. William was also predeceased by; wife, Marie (Derr) Edmonds; daughter, Evelyn Edmonds; sons, William Edmonds, Raymond Edmonds; grandson, Nicholas Zeigler; sisters, Mary Herring, Gladys Brode, Evelyn Miller, Bertha K. Yemm, Phyllis Theodore; brothers, Herbert, and Wilbur Edmonds.
He is survived by; his daughter, Jessica (Edmonds) Zeigler and her husband Marlin; grandchildren, Thomas Edmonds and companion Barbara Engler, Lisa Woods husband Henry, Denise Sauers, husband Michael, Nathan Zeigler, wife Jessica. Nolan Zeigler, wife Lindsey. Alexander Zeigler and his princess Alexis Zeigler; 11 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren. As well as many nieces and nephews.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
A 1940 Tamaqua High School graduate, He was a World War II veteran, and an original member of the USS Intrepid. The USS Intrepid saw a multitude number of battles during the war. On July 13th 2024, an article was published to honor William L Edmonds remembering his “Darkest Day” on the USS Intrepid. He was eternally grateful to be recognized as a strong fighter and hero during World War II. Returning home to Tamaqua, William worked at Atlas Powder Co. in Clamtown from 1944 to 1982. A longtime devoted member of the Primitive Methodist Church in Tamaqua, Williams devoted his life to our Lord. In his youth he enjoyed fishing trips to Canada.
Pending arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
Celebration of Williams life will be held at the Primitive Methodist Church located at 57 Hunter Street Tamaqua Pennsylvania. Graveside burial Odd Fellows Cemetery with full military honors bestowed to respect and recognize Navy Veteran, William L Edmonds.
Memorial in William's name to the Primitive Methodist Church.
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