Skook News Obituaries: October 17th, 2024
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Faye Alberta Shay, 81, of Cressona, passed away Wednesday, October 16th, at Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital, Orwigsburg.
Born in Rock on October 25, 1942, she was a daughter of the late William S. & Stella M. (Warner) Krammes.
She was the widow of Vincent L. Shay, Sr., her husband of 46 years, who preceded her in death December 15, 2023.
Faye was a graduate of Pottsville Area High School.
She was a homemaker most of her life, but had worked at Argo Knitting Mills, Walk-In Arts Center, and as a product demonstrator for Giant.
Faye is survived by two daughters, Brenda Krasinsky, life partner of John McNulty, Sr., of Pottsville; Renee, wife of Brandon Shade, of Orwigsburg; and a son, Vincent Shay, Jr., fiancé of Karissa, of Schuylkill Haven. She is also survived by grandchildren, Joseph Krasinsky, Jr., Michael Krasinsky, Dane Krasinsky, Madisyn Shade, and Vincent Shay III; great grandson, Justin Krasinsky; two sisters: June Putlock, of Deer Lake, & Sally Kintzel, of Pottsville, and several nieces and nephews.
Affectionately called "Mammy" by her family, Faye cherished her grandchildren deeply. She also enjoyed visiting Ocean City Maryland.
A very active member of Faith Assembly of God, Cressona, Faye served as a Deaconess and board member and loved singing in the choir.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, October 24th at Ebling Stabingas Funeral Home, Cressona with Rev. David Ramsay officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of service. Interment will follow at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Faith Assembly of God, Cressona, 18 S. Second St., Cressona PA 17929.
Marina M. Crouch, 97, of Orwigsburg, PA, formerly of Bronx, NY, passed away Tuesday, October 15th, at home.
Born in Jersey City, NJ on December 20, 1926, she was a daughter of the late Cecilio & Ernestine (McNichols) Perez.
She was the widow of Edward Crouch, who passed away in 1972.
In addition to her parents and husband, Marina is also preceded in death by her daughter, Janet Crouch, sister, Melita Shefton, & brother, Edwin Lewis.
She was a graduate of Morris High School, Bronx, NY, Class of 1945. She also received a diploma in dress making from Jane Adams Trade School in 1959.
Marina retired as a public school secretary from New York Public School.
She was a member of The Church of St. Margaret of Cortona, Bronx, NY.
Marina loved people and always had a smile for everyone she met. She enjoyed traveling, bus trips, and cruises, especially trips to Atlantic City casinos. She also loved to cook.
Marina is also survived by her son, Edward A. Crouch, husband of Annie Williams-Crouch, who was her primary caretaker for her duration of life, Orwigsburg, brother, Ralph Perez, West Orange, NJ, and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, October 23rd at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., 25 E. Main St., Schuylkill Haven, PA with nephew, Ralph Perez officiating.
A viewing will be held from 10 AM until the time of services at the funeral home.
Private interment will be held at Long Island National Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY.
Born in Rock on October 25, 1942, she was a daughter of the late William S. & Stella M. (Warner) Krammes.
She was the widow of Vincent L. Shay, Sr., her husband of 46 years, who preceded her in death December 15, 2023.
Faye was a graduate of Pottsville Area High School.
She was a homemaker most of her life, but had worked at Argo Knitting Mills, Walk-In Arts Center, and as a product demonstrator for Giant.
Faye is survived by two daughters, Brenda Krasinsky, life partner of John McNulty, Sr., of Pottsville; Renee, wife of Brandon Shade, of Orwigsburg; and a son, Vincent Shay, Jr., fiancé of Karissa, of Schuylkill Haven. She is also survived by grandchildren, Joseph Krasinsky, Jr., Michael Krasinsky, Dane Krasinsky, Madisyn Shade, and Vincent Shay III; great grandson, Justin Krasinsky; two sisters: June Putlock, of Deer Lake, & Sally Kintzel, of Pottsville, and several nieces and nephews.
Affectionately called "Mammy" by her family, Faye cherished her grandchildren deeply. She also enjoyed visiting Ocean City Maryland.
A very active member of Faith Assembly of God, Cressona, Faye served as a Deaconess and board member and loved singing in the choir.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, October 24th at Ebling Stabingas Funeral Home, Cressona with Rev. David Ramsay officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of service. Interment will follow at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Faith Assembly of God, Cressona, 18 S. Second St., Cressona PA 17929.
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Born in Jersey City, NJ on December 20, 1926, she was a daughter of the late Cecilio & Ernestine (McNichols) Perez.
She was the widow of Edward Crouch, who passed away in 1972.
In addition to her parents and husband, Marina is also preceded in death by her daughter, Janet Crouch, sister, Melita Shefton, & brother, Edwin Lewis.
She was a graduate of Morris High School, Bronx, NY, Class of 1945. She also received a diploma in dress making from Jane Adams Trade School in 1959.
Marina retired as a public school secretary from New York Public School.
She was a member of The Church of St. Margaret of Cortona, Bronx, NY.
Marina loved people and always had a smile for everyone she met. She enjoyed traveling, bus trips, and cruises, especially trips to Atlantic City casinos. She also loved to cook.
Marina is also survived by her son, Edward A. Crouch, husband of Annie Williams-Crouch, who was her primary caretaker for her duration of life, Orwigsburg, brother, Ralph Perez, West Orange, NJ, and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, October 23rd at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., 25 E. Main St., Schuylkill Haven, PA with nephew, Ralph Perez officiating.
A viewing will be held from 10 AM until the time of services at the funeral home.
Private interment will be held at Long Island National Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY.
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David W. Zanders, 84, of Tamaqua, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, in his home. He was the husband of Gayle (Mihalko) Zanders. They were married on November 5, 1982, and celebrated 41 years of marriage. Dave was a true and proud cowboy. He was a farrier by trade for over 60 years, having clients from Virginia to New York. He also was a horseshow announcer and judge. He and his wife operated a horse farm and boarding stable. Born in Mauch Chunk, he was the son of the late Walter and Bessie (Bellhorn) Zanders. He was of Protestant faith. Dave was a member of the NRA and enjoyed hunting.
Surviving in addition to his wife, are a son, Travis, of Lehighton; and a brother, Dale, and his wife, Sue, of Wellsville, NY. Memorial service will be announced at a later date. Contributions may be made to St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Shriners Children Hospital, 3551 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19140.
Arrangements are being handled by the Hartman Funeral Home, 1791 West Penn Pike, Rte. 309, New Ringgold.
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Esther K. Teter, 100, of Orwigsburg, passed away Wednesday, October 16th, at Providence Place, Pottsville. Esther was born in McVeytown, PA, on May 10, 1924, a daughter of the late Margaret A. (Rowels) and Elmer Krepps. She was the widow of Warren H. Teter.
Prior to retiring in 1986, she worked as a layout operator at Lucent Technologies for 25 years. Eariler in life she was employed by many local textile factories. She was a member of the Senior Citizens in Orwigsburg & Hamburg as well as the New Ringgold Fire Company. Auxiliary. Esther also enjoyed gardening. She was a member of Christ Church, McKeansburg.
Esther is survived by her son, Marvin Teter, husband of Catherine of Orwigsburg as well as 8 grandchildren , 13 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren.
In addition to her husband Warren, she was preceded in death by her daughter Barbara Noll, brothers James and Clarence Krepps, sister Myrtle Yurenko, as well as infant siblings.
A religious service will be held Monday , October 21 at 11 AM at Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., Orwigsburg with Rev. John Heim officiating. The public is invited to call from 9 AM until the time of service. Interment will be at a later date.
The family desires that any contributions in honor of Esther be given to Christ Church McKeansburg 6 South Race Street, McKeansburg, PA 17960 or Alzheimers Association, Attn: Donor Services, 225 N. Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Born in Danville on November 14, 1949 he was son of the late Rita (Shimock) and Bernard Radzai.
He was of the Catholic faith.
Ron graduated Mount Carmel Area High School in 1967. He also attended Albright College and Bucknell University.
Ron served in the Army. He worked his entire career as a professional foreign language translator.
He enjoyed reading, language and his cats.
Ron is survived by; brother Paul Radzai, Mount Carmel; sister Kathy Ostrom (Douglas), WA; nephew Erik Ostrom (Maia), WA; niece Emily Ostrom, NJ; great niece & nephew Kavi & Rowan Ostrom.
Services and committal will be private.
Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc. 901 Centre Street Ashland, PA 17921 has been entrusted with the arrangements.