Skook News Obituaries: December 12th, 2024
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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James was born in Pottsville, Pa on October 4, 1982. He was a graduate of North Schuylkill High School and then enlisted in the United States Army. With over 16 years of service, he earned the rank of Staff Sergeant, did 2 tours in Iraq, was Army Airborne, and was a drill sergeant for 2 years. He spent over 6 months in New Orleans on a search and rescue mission after Hurricane Katrina.
He was a skilled carpenter, enjoyed hunting, 4 wheeling, fishing with his grandfather, and spending time with his daughters.
Preceding him in death were his paternal grandparents, Bill and Carrie Weikel, his maternal grandmother- Alicia Ratkiewicz, and grandfather- Earl Lindenmuth
The surviving family includes his parents- Lisa and Ted Lindenmuth of Ringtown, his father- James Weikel Sr. of Zion Grove; his daughters- Cora Weikel of Maine and Renee Weikel of North Carolina; his stepson- Cameron Giasson of Maine; his grandson; Elijah Drake of North Carolina; his sisters- twin sister Jackie Weikel (Luke Timmons) of Oneida, Crystal Ennis (Joseph) of Ringtown, Jessica Lerch (Cody) of Fountain Springs, and Jamie Zelonis of Frackville; his grandfather- Frank Ratkiewicz of Ringtown; his grandmother- Creta Lindenmuth of Ringtown; his ex-wife and dear friend- Angie Drake of Maine; along with several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, December 28th from 9 to 11am at the Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, 40 N. Jardin St, Shenandoah. Burial with military honors will be conducted at 12pm in St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery, Ringtown.
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Born Thursday, June 20, 1991 in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, he is survived by; parents, Douglas and Melissa (Wendling) Schartel; wife Stephanie (Zirolo) Schartel; sons, Michael J. Schartel, Alexzander J. Schartel, Kaiden M. Schartel; daughter, Eterniti A. Schartel; brother, Doug Schartel and his wife Leanna.
Michael's sister Jamie Lynn Kunkle predeceased him.
A 2011 graduate of Williams Valley High School, Michael enjoyed cooking, drawing and time spent with his children.
In the midst of this tragedy the family takes solace in the fact that their son's organs have brought the gift of life to other families in need.
Private arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
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She was a member of St. Michaels’ Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in Shenandoah, where she was a member of their choir and served as Vice President and active member of the Ladies Auxiliary. She was passionate in her faith and committed a large part of her life to support her church. She represented St. Michael’s year after year in the Heritage parade, in full Ukrainian attire, proudly seated in the back of a convertible. After becoming a grandmother, and because of her kind and loving nature, she was affectionately known to all as “Baba”. She was one of the premiere “pierogy pinchers” at St. Michael’s Church for pierogy sales. She was a trusted neighbor, loved her family, and guided her grandchildren. She was also a member of Shenandoah Senior Citizens and the Shenandoah Historical Society.
Preceding her in death was her loving husband Michael D. Dudish; 3 brothers, Peter (twin), John, and Walter; 2 sisters, Esther Cassano and Julia Hancher; and a grandchild Tara Dudish.
She was the mother of Michele Ann Caputo (Paul), Ringtown; a son David M Dudish (Maria), Silver Spring, MD; 5 grandchildren, Paul, Joel, and Luke Caputo, Christina Hinz (Matt), and David Dudish Jr. (Nicole); and 6 great grandchildren, Abigail, Beau, Bradley, Colton, Caroline Catherine, and Brooke.
A viewing will be held on Monday, December 16, 2024, from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Shenandoah, with Liturgy to be held at 10:00 a.m. The concluding rites will follow in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights. All services will be conducted by Msgr. Myron Grabowsky.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice Program, 2024 Lehigh St. Ste. 100, Allentown, PA 18103.
The Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, Shenandoah are assisting the family during this time.
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Gail was born at Locust Mt. Hospital in Shenandoah, PA. She was the daughter of the late John and Lucy (Kellett) Timmins. She held various jobs throughout her life but loved homemaking the most. Gail loved her family and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visits with them brought a smile to her face and joy to her heart. They knew their Mammy always had “treats” for them when they visited.
Faith was always important to Gail and she has passed that on to her family. Generations have been, and will continue to be changed because of her faithfulness to God.
Gail was predeceased by one son, James R. Berger; husband of Ruby, one daughter, Daneen L. Berger; brothers, Glenn Timmins and William Timmins.
Surviving is one daughter, Pamela, wife of Tony Jaskierski, Bowmansville, PA; Grandchildren, Krista Berger, Ashley Berger, James husband of Samantha Berger, Amber wife of Matthew Pavalko, TJ, husband of Harlie Jaskierski; Great Grandchildren, Gemma Berger and Luke Jusinski, Landyn Berger, Addison Pavalko, Charlotte, Vivian and Eleanor Jaskierski.
No formal services will be listed upon her wishes. Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Frackville.
Online photos and memories can be shared with her family at markjhummmelfuneralhome.com MARK J HUMMMEL Funeral Home, 48 North Broad Mountain Ave., Frackville, has charge of arrangements.
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Born in Philadelphia on September 18, 1924, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Edith (Coulson) McCormick.
Mary Louise was lovingly known as “Granny” to many. She lived a long and active life, she loved and was loved by many. On September 18, she celebrated her 100th birthday with her family and friends. In addition, another party was held in her honor at her care facility with all of the affectionate staff celebrating her milestone.
She was a diehard bingo player and supported many organizations several times a week; she loved the game and thankfully was quite a lucky player. She also enjoyed visiting the casinos. Granny loved taking daily walks around town where she routinely dropped in the local stores often purchasing lottery scratch off tickets. Some will remember her from the “Dial and Deal” days on the former WMBT radio station, she was a frequent caller and sold many items over the years. She also loved to sing; it was not uncommon for her to randomly break into song with one of her favorite tunes being “I love you a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck”.
Granny was an avid traveler, visiting many different places including trips to her daughter’s house in Arizona. She enjoyed crocheting and made many beautiful blankets for her family and friends. She also was a fan of the “Price is Right”.
Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were her husband, John Zelonis, Sr. on January 24, 1970; her son, John “Jack” Zelonis; daughter, Sandra Hylton; grandson, David Blank; four brothers, Francis, Arthur, Robert and Joseph Zelonis; and three sisters, Lucy, Dorothy and Edith.
Surviving are her daughter, Dianne Bereschak and her husband Edward of Shenandoah Heights; two sons, Donley Zelonis and his wife Barbara of Mahanoy City and Andrew Zelonis and his wife Anna of Barnesville; seven grandchildren, including her devoted caregiver, Sharlaine Shustack, Christina Urban, Michael Blank, Jason Zelonis, Cassondra Riegel, Andraleen Zelonis Savlik, and Loren Zelonis; several great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be private at the convenience of Mary Louise’s family.
Joseph J. Stutz, Inc. Funeral Home, Mount Carmel, Joseph J. Stutz III, Supervisor, Christopher L. Kowalski, Director are in care of the arrangements.
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Born on August 5, 1939, in Pine Grove, he was the son of the late John A. and Mae (Zimmerman) Heinbach. Preceding him in death earlier this year was his wife, Frances Heinbach. Surviving are their two daughters, Dawn Heinbach and wife JoAnn Jones of Kutztown, Sharon Rickert and husband Barry of Valley View; three grandchildren, Jill Miller (Tim), Dustin Rickert, James Hancock (Tori); five great grandchildren, Kole, Owen, Dustin Jr., Gracyn, Hayley, Steven and Cooper; nephews and nieces.
John was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church and an alumnus of Pine Grove High School Class of 1958. After graduating high school, John worked as an offset press operator at Ft. Indiantown Gap, a milling machine operator in Reading, a butcher at Acme Markets in Pine Grove, and part-time as tax collector for Pine Grove Township. After 5 years at Acme, John was employed at New Cumberland Army Depot, New Cumberland, where he worked as a materials handler and warehouse supervisor. He served in this logistics capacity as a civilian in Saudi Arabia during Desert Storm. He retired from New Cumberland after 21 years of service and then worked for Pine Grove Township before enjoying full retirement.
John was a lifelong fisherman and hunter and a current member of the Oak Grove Sportsmen’s Association, Pine Grove. In earlier years, he belonged to the Brookside Gun Club, North End Fire Company and the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firemen’s Association. A fun-loving guy, John had many friends whom he never hesitated to help in a time of need. He attended his daughters’ school musical concerts and other extracurricular activities and drove them up and down the east coast for family vacations.
All Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, is in charge of arrangements
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