Skook News Obituaries: March 14th, 2025
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Born in Girardville, he was a son of the late William and Mary (Kowalick) Devaney. Bill was a plant mechanic and supervisor of the former Ashland State Hospital and SCI Mahanoy until his retirement.
Bill was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of the Girardville American Legion and the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Jack Kehoe Division #1, Girardville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Edward Devaney; his sister, Ann Marie McDonald; and his brother, James Devaney.
Bill is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Ann (Gallagher) Devaney, Girardville; his two sons: William Devaney and Daniel Devaney of Girardville; his daughter, Molly Fera and her husband Stephen of Myrtle Beach, SC; his grandchildren: Edward Devaney, Kendall Bowman, Kyle Devaney, Megan Marsh, Mikayla Devaney, Grace Devaney, Caleb Devaney and Nolan Devaney; his great-grandchild, Kennedy Bowman; Bill is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Sign the guest book, leave personal condolences and for further information please visit www.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home Inc., Girardville, is in charge of arrangements.
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Born in Pottsville June 25, 1935 he was a son of the late Peter and Anna (Starzetski) Molochnick.
He worked as in construction and at the water company before retiring as a driver from STS. He was a member of the South Cass Fire Co.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by 4 brothers Andrew, George, Michael and Francis Molochnick; 3 sisters Madge D’amore; Kay Frantz and Baya Marko.
He is survived by his companion of 35 years Elaine N. Oblas of Barnesville. A brother Leo Molochnick of Willimantic CT. Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.
Friends may call at Dutcavich Funeral Home, Minersville, on Monday from 6:00-8:00 PM and on Tues from 9:15 AM -10:15. Requiem Divine Liturgy will be held in St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church at 11:00 AM. Rev. Mark Fesniak will be officiating In lieu of flowers contribution can be made to South Cass Fire Co 14 Water Lane Pottsville, PA 17901.
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Joe was born in Shenandoah, the son of the late Frank and Isabel (Yodis) Volosky. After high school, he attended college and then pursed a career as a carpenter working in the construction industry throughout his entire life and was proud of the fact that he even built the home he lived in.
He was a member of St. John XXIII Catholic Church of Tamaqua, and a former member of St. Jerome’s Church. He was an avid Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies fan, and enjoyed hunting in his younger years.
Joe is survived by his wife of 48 years, Patrice Ann (Skaudis) Volosky, their children Rebecca Kesslick of Glenside, PA and Joseph Jr. (Louis Tenario) of Willow Grove, PA, and granddaughter Brianna Kesslick.
His siblings, Margaret Gwiazdowski (Joe) of York; Mary Yurkiewicz (Jeff) of Ringtown and Frances Price (Todd) of York also survive along with nieces and nephews.
Joe will be laid to rest on the grounds of Skyview Memorial Park in Hometown on Friday, March 21st, 2025 at 11:30 AM. Anyone wishing to attend the services are asked to meet at the cemetery prior to the service.
The Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 South Jarding Stree, Shenandoah, is assisting Joseph's family during their time of need.
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Born in Pottsville, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Ruth Reppert Kline.
Claire was a 1958 graduate of Pottsville Area High School.
She worked at the ACME for over 25 years in the deli department.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister Ruth D. Bainbridge.
She is survived by her lifelong friend Helene McLaughlin wife of Robert of Marlin, their daughter Cathy Carpenito wife of Steven. Claire will also be deeply missed by their children, Thomas and Emily Carpenito,
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 22, at 10:00 A.M. at Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven. Family and friends are welcome from 9:00 A.M. until the time of services. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family on the grounds of Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven. In lieu of flowers, and in honor of Claire’s love of animals, the family asks that donations in Claire’s name be made to the Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901.
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These obituaries are being brought to by Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Frackville
