Skook News Obituaries: December 31st, 2024
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Born in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Linda L. (Heil) DiCarlo of Tamaqua. Debbie was a 1989 graduate of Tamaqua Area High School. She was a people person and loved to care for others. That quality made her an excellent certified nursing assistant, working at Mahoning Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Lehighton; Manatawny Manor, Pottstown; and the Southeastern Veterans Center, Spring City, Pennsylvania.
Her daughter, Mikayla, made up the entirety of Debbie’s world. Debbie was known as the “fun mom,” and always wanted to be involved in what was going on in Mikayla’s life. That included volunteering and coaching at Mikayla’s school. Debbie did everything in her power to help her daughter succeed in life, especially supporting her to obtain a great education. She was known to her close family as “Gutchie,” a nickname given to her by her brother. Debbie had a big personality and undeniably loving spirit. She was always smiling, laughing, and having a good time. She had an impact on each person she interacted with, and her loss will leave a huge hole in many hearts. Debbie lived her life to the fullest, despite the many challenges thrown at her. She was always a fighter, and she fought till the end.
Debra is survived by her loving daughter, Mikayla Scheetz and her husband Brennan of Emmaus; her mother, Linda DiCarlo of Tamaqua; two brothers, David V. DiCarlo of Tamaqua and Dennis M. DiCarlo and his wife Jerilyn of Tamaqua; three nieces and three nephews; and several aunts and uncles.
A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua. Call Saturday from 9-11 AM at the funeral home.
Memorial donations to help with Debbie's end of life expenses can be made to Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.
Arrangements are being handled by the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Tamaqua.
Anna attended local schools and dedicated 43 years of her life working at the Mahanoy City Shirt Factory. A member of Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish in Mahanoy City, she was deeply rooted in her faith.
Anna was the last surviving member of her immediate family, preceded in death by her brothers George, Joseph, Thomas, Michael, John, Edward, and Leon, and sisters Mary, Victoria Fetco, and Helen. She leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who will cherish her memory.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in her honor at Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish, Mahanoy City, PA, at 11 AM on Saturday, January 4th, with Rev. Kevin P. Gallagher officiating. Friends and family are invited to call from 10 AM at the parish. Interment will follow at St. Casimir Cemetery in Mahanoy City.
Arrangements are being handled by Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. in Mahanoy City. Please visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book and send sympathy cards.
