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Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings - 01/31/19
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/31/19
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Thursday Night - Cloudy - Low near 0
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Friday Morning - Cloudy - Temperatures in the Single Digits
Friday - Cloudy, Maybe a Snow Shower - High near 20
Saturday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 30's
Saturday Night - Cloudy - Low near 30
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Sunday - Cloudy - High near 40
Monday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Upper 40's
Tuesday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 50's
Wednesday - Showers - High near 50
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Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings - 02/01/19
Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings - 02/01/19
School Delays and Closings for Friday, February 1st, 2019
2 Hour Delay - Friday
- Assumption BVM
- Blue Mountain
- Minersville
- Nativity BVM
- North Schuylkill
- Pine Grove
- Pottsville
- Schuylkill Haven
- St. Clair
- St. Nicholas
- Tamaqua
- Tri-Valley
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Special Egg Hunt Scheduled for Children with Disabilities
Last year, Dustin, a 7 year old boy with autism attended an egg hunt in Schuylkill County with other children and due to his disability, was unable to get any eggs. He did not have adequate time and the noise of the horn scared him due to a sensory issue.
With the lack of events geared towards individuals with disabilities, Dustin’s mother gathered some friends and sprung into action. Together they have been planning an egg hunt for kids with special needs for several months.
The event, called Dustin's Special Egg Hunt, is scheduled for April 13th, 2019 and will be held at the South Cass Fire Co grounds just outside Minersville and is open to all Schuylkill County children 16 and under who suffer from a disability.
There will be 3 separate areas with the specific needs of the children in mind. The event will be limited to children that are hearing or vision impaired, autistic, wheelchair bound, or have down syndrome.
Each child is guaranteed to receive eggs and have an equal opportunity for larger prizes.
Each participant will also receive an Easter Bag sponsored by Mechanicsville Game and Fish and a voucher for food and drink sponsored by Aaron’s Sales and Lease of Pottsville at the event. Mascots and characters in will also be in attendance, along with emergency apparatus on display, and some craft/decorating/coloring areas as well.
Registration forms and waivers are available on our Facebook page “Dustin’s Special Egg Hunt". This event is limited to 300 children and each participant needs to submit a registration form and waiver by March 17th.
Registration forms can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/events/655708538197710/
Egg hunt starts at 1pm and each group will have a time and area to register and start.
The schedule for events are as followed:
- Vision impaired 1:00pm start
- Hearing/Autistic/Down Syndrome 145pm start
- Wheelchair bound 2:30pm start
They ask that participants register an hour before the start of their hunt.
Organizers are also looking for several sponsors for the event.
If you are interested with your business or in memory/honor of someone, please reach out to us on the Facebook page “Dustin’s Special Egg Hunt”.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/31/19
Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/31/19
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John E. Kropp, 67 years of age of Mahanoy Ave, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at St. Luke's Hospice Bethlehem.
Survived by his wife of thirty-two years, Margaret "Marge" (Hinkel) Kropp; son, Sean Surface of Texas, daughter, Samantha Bubel wife of Kris of Tamaqua; brothers, Stanley Kropp, Jr., Herb Kropp and his wife Kathy, Jeff Kropp and his wife Wanda; sister, Remel Kropp; grandson, Mason Yachera; sister-in-law, Carol Kropp; many nieces and nephews.
Born Saturday, August 25, 1951 in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, the son of Dorothy (Smith) Kropp of New Ringgold and the late Stanley Elmer Kropp. John was also predeceased by a brother, George.
A 1969 Tamaqua High School graduate he worked for many years as a knitter in the Textile Industry. A licensed Pastor, John served St. Clair – Wade United Methodist Church for a number of years. John was a talented wood worker.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550.
Memorials in his name to:
Grace United Methodist Church
223 Pike Street
St. Clair, Pennsylvania 17965
To express condolences or share a fond memory of John visitwww.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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Patricia H. Bemiller, 84, Pottsville, died Wednesday morning at her home.
She was born October 3, 1934 in Pottstown to the late Fern and Naomi Houck.
She was a 1952 graduate of the former Eichelberger High School in Hanover PA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son C. Richard Bemiller II (2001) and a sister.
Patricia is survived by her husband of 64 ½ years, Dr. Carl R. Bemiller, Pottsville; sons Timothy A. Bemiller, MD and his wife, San Diego CA and Tracy S. Bemiller, Oakland, MD; 6 grandchildren and a brother retired Col. Fern Houck, Hanover PA.
Private interment will be held on the grounds of Rest Haven Cemetery, Hanover. Schlitzer Allen Pugh 515 West Market Street has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit schlitzerallwnpugh.com to leave a condolence for the Bemiller family.
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John W. Burke, 70, of Frackville, died Wednesday January 30,
2019 at LVHN- Cedar Crest, Allentown
Born in West Mahanoy Twp. March 3, 1948, He was a son of the
late John and Margaret (Dower) Burke.
John served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War.
He retired as an Equipment Operator Instructor from Penn Dot,
Schuylkill Haven.
Surviving are his wife Jean (Oliver) Burke; 2 sons John
Burke of Frackville; Timothy Burke and his wife Patricia of Shenandoah; a
grandson Brett Burke; sister Margaret Ansbach of Frackville; 2 Nephews.
Graveside Services with military honors will be held at 9:30
AM Tuesday February 5, 2019 from Indiantown
Gap National Cemetery, Annville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made
to Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901.
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Anne E. Sikora, 94, of Sandy, Utah, formerly of Branch Township, passed away on Monday at Bee Hive Homes of Payson.
Born in Shenandoah, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Teophilia Ganaikas Meldazis. She was a 1941 graduate of Shenandoah High School. At age 50, she received her license as an LPN at the Marlin Vocational-Technical Center and worked in private practice. She worked for 8 years as a cook in the St. Francis School cafeteria.
Anne was a member of the former St. Francis of Assisi Church, Minersville, where she was active in the Sodality and the Choir. She was also a member of the Lithuanian Choir of the former Our Lady of Siluva Church, Gilberton and the Schuylkill County Community Chorus. She was a member of the Knights of Lithuania, Council #144 where she taught Lithuanian studies to children. She was a member of the Frackville Senior Citizens and Choir and the Shenandoah Senior Citizens and Choir. She volunteered for AARP and the Red Cross.
Among her hobbies were making “marguciai” or Lithuanian Pysanki.
Anne was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph M. Sikora, on September 6, 1996; a brother, Ernest Meldazis; a sister, Helen Leonarczyk.
Surviving are three children, Joseph Sikora, Jr., Schuylkill Haven, Dr. Paul Sikora, Eagle Mountain, Utah, and Sandra Chafin (spouse, Ronald), Sandy, Utah; 3 grandchildren, Rebekah Klimas, Jason Sikora and Michael Chafin; 4 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews including Theresa Meldazis, Shenandoah.
Arrangements are incomplete. Please check back regularly for updates.
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Born in Tower City, August 5, 1922, a daughter of the late Franklin and Bertha Paul Adams.
Betty retired as a seamstress from the garment industry. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Tower City and the Glen Chapter of the Eastern Star, Lykens.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Donton, 1996; sisters, Millie Brown and Elsie Adams.
Surviving are several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday at 11:00 am from St. Peter's Cemetery, Orwin with Rev. Lauren Blatt. Memorial donations in her name should be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 449 E. Grand Avenue, Tower City PA 17980. Dimon Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. To sign the guest book visit www.dimonfuneralhome.com
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Maternity Services to Begin Monday at New Family Birth and Newborn Center in Pottsville
Effective Monday, February 4 at 7:00 a.m., maternity services will begin at the new unit located on the fourth floor of the East Norwegian Street hospital at 700 East Norwegian Street Pottsville.
Crews have been working since early July.
Featured highlights of the Family Birth and Newborn Center:
* 15,000 square-feet, designed with comfort and accessibility in mind.
* Five labor delivery rooms
* Two obstetric triage rooms
* OR suite available right on the unit for cesarean sections.
* Nine family-friendly post-partum rooms
* General nursery and isolation nursery
The Family Birth and Newborn Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill is the only facility of its kind in Schuylkill County providing maternity services.
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Route 183 Closed Near Schuylkill/Berks County Line
A crash has closed Route 183 Friday morning.
A crash in Berks County on Route 183 near the Schuylkill/Berks County has closed the roadway in both directions.
As of 8:45am, the road was closed with no report of when it will reopen.
The crash was reported to involve a tractor trailer and a vehicle.
Icy conditions were reported in the area.
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Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce Appoints New Executive Director
Formerly of Pottsville, Jack has been a resident of the borough and a chamber member for over 15 years. He is retired after a 55-year career in civil engineering, and last served as the Materials Lab Director at Hawk Mountain Labs in Hazle Township, PA. Most notably, he was Vice President of VE Engineering, Inc. in Harrisburg, PA, and Vice President of Ludgate Engineering Corporation in the Reading, PA area. He also worked at PennDOT District 3-0 in Montoursville, Edward J. Gaydos, Inc. in Orwigsburg, Merlyn J. Jenkins, Inc. in Pottsville, Wagner Associates, Inc. in Reading, Schuylkill Products, Inc. in Ccressona, and Patel Chen associates, Inc. In Grantville.
Jack jokingly says that “This is the 3rd time I’ve tried to retire!” Many may know him as the host of the Dutch Trader and All Request & Dedication Party on AM1410 WLSH, the sister station of Magic 105.5, and as the founding father (as Leona Rega likes to call him) of the Tamaqua Community Arts Center. Many may also know him as a professional blues/rock musician, having most recently performing with crossroads duo (with Sterling Koch), Buddy & Jack (with Buddy Musselman), 3AM, Justus and Kulprit.
Jack’s civic involvement is not limited to the chamber. He is the treasurer of the Tamaqua Criz Authority, the borough authority and the water authority. He’s also the chairman of the Tamaqua Community Arts Center, and is a member of the board of directors of the Tamaqua Area Community Partnership. “Keeps me out of the pool hall!!” Jack says!
Jack is a 1967 graduate of Williamsport Area High School and subsequently attended Penn State University.
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 02/01/19
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Friday - Cloudy, Snow Showers, Clearing Late - High near 20
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Saturday - Clouds with Some Sun - High in the Mid 30's
Saturday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Mid 20's
Sunday - Clouds and Sun - High near 40
Sunday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Upper 20's
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Monday - Clouds and Sun, Showers Late - High in the Upper 40's
Tuesday - Cloudy - High near 50
Wednesday - Cloudy early, Clearing in the Afternoon, Rain and Snow Showers Late - High near 40
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SCAM ALERT: Pottsville Police Warn Residents About Phone Scam
According to Chief Richard Wojiechowsky, the Pottsville Bureau of Police was recently made aware of fraudulent solicitations being made by phone in which the caller claims to be representing a “Police Officers Association” and then attempts to solicit money to help retired officers.
Wojiechowsky says this is not a legitimate organization and the phone numbers the callers are using for identification purposes are fake and randomly generated.
As always, never provide any personal information or credit card numbers over the phone to anyone who has called to solicit money or who claims to be with some type of billing or collection agency.
Instead, terminate the call and take any steps necessary to verify the authenticity of the call.
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PENNVEST Funding Approval for Area Infrastructure Project in Hegins and Hubley Townships
Funding for the design portion of the Hegins-Hubley Authority’s sanitary sewer project was approved Wednesday by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), according to Rep. Mike Tobash (R-Schuylkill/Dauphin) and Sen. David Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).
The Hegins-Hubley Authority sanitary sewer project was approved for $2 million low-interest loan to fund the design, engineering and permitting phases to construct a conveyance and treatment system for the areas of Hegins and Hubley townships, which are experiencing failure of on-lot systems. The proposed sewer system will consist of 166,610 feet of gravity sewer mains, 21,564 feet of low-pressure mains and seven pump stations. The wastewater treatment plant will have the capacity to treat 600,000 gallons per day.
The Hegins-Hubley Authority sanitary sewer project was approved for $2 million low-interest loan to fund the design, engineering and permitting phases to construct a conveyance and treatment system for the areas of Hegins and Hubley townships, which are experiencing failure of on-lot systems. The proposed sewer system will consist of 166,610 feet of gravity sewer mains, 21,564 feet of low-pressure mains and seven pump stations. The wastewater treatment plant will have the capacity to treat 600,000 gallons per day.
"This funding will certainly go a long way in helping to fund the sewer project,” said Tobash. “The grant will enable the township to help make the necessary upgrades and meet additional customer demand. It will hopefully allow businesses to grow and create a number of new jobs.”
“Through everyone’s collective efforts, the authority was awarded this grant to design a new system that will provide efficient wastewater treatment that replaces non-functioning on-lot systems that were polluting the environment,” said Argall.
PENNVEST provides grants and low-interest loans to communities across the Commonwealth for sewer, stormwater and water projects. The projects contribute to improving Pennsylvania’s environment and the health of its people, while also providing opportunities for economic growth and jobs for Pennsylvania workers.
“Through everyone’s collective efforts, the authority was awarded this grant to design a new system that will provide efficient wastewater treatment that replaces non-functioning on-lot systems that were polluting the environment,” said Argall.
PENNVEST provides grants and low-interest loans to communities across the Commonwealth for sewer, stormwater and water projects. The projects contribute to improving Pennsylvania’s environment and the health of its people, while also providing opportunities for economic growth and jobs for Pennsylvania workers.
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Upcoming Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work
Upcoming Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work Announced by PennDOT
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Municipality: Schuylkill Haven Borough
Road name: PA 443 East
Between: South Berne Street and West Main Street
Type of work: Surveying
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging for subsurface investigation.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/8/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:30 AM To 04:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Municipality: Gilberton Boro.
Road name: PA 924
Between: Frackville Borough and Shenandoah Borough
Type of work: Bridge Repair
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/8/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Municipality: West Penn Twp.
Road name: US 209
Between: Carbon County Line and Tamaqua Borough
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/8/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Municipality: Foster Twp.
Road name: Interstate 81
Between: Exit 119 (Highridge Park Road) and Exit 107 (US 209)
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction both directions.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/7/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Municipality: Pine Grove
Road name: PA 443
Between: Pine Grove Borough and Suedburg
Type of work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/8/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Municipality: Mahanoy Twp.
Road name: PA 54
Between: Mahanoy City and Hometown
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/8/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Municipality: Union Twp.
Road name: Aristis Road
Between: Little Mountain Road and Columbia County Line
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/8/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Municipality: Ryan Twp.
Road name: Interstate 81
Between: Exit 124 (PA 61) and Exit 131(PA 54)
Type of work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction both directions.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/8/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Municipality: New Castle Twp.
Road name: PA 61
Between: St. Clair Borough and Frackville Borough
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction both directions.
Start date: 2/4/19
Est completion date: 2/8/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
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Fire Crews at the Scene of a House Fire in Tower City
Just before 11:00pm, emergency personnel were dispatched to 335 West Grand Avenue, Tower City, for a working structure fire.
Due to water issues and the cold temperatures, a tanker task force was alerted, calling in additional tankers from around Schuylkill County.
More information when it is available.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/01/19
Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/01/19
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Paul A. Rollenhagen, 86, of Ashland, PA passed away Thursday, January 31, 2019 at Geisinger-Shamokin Community Hospital, Coal Twp., PA.
Born April 9, 1932 in Ashland the son of the late Walter and Florence (Medler) Rollenhagen. Paul graduated from Ashland High School. He worked for the Ashland Borough for 44 years until retirement. He was a Life Member of the Washington Fire Company for 67 years and a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Ashland.
He was preceded in death by his wife: Eleanor (Leonard) Rollenhagen, 2010.
He is survived by three children: Melissa Rollenhagen; Michelle Rollenhagen; and Paul husband of
Megan Rollenhagen all of Ashland, PA. Two grandsons: Kole and Bryce. Nieces and nephews.
Complying with Paul's wishes, no services will be held.
Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc., Ashland is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Heizenroth III, Supervisor.
Emily Keitsock, age 81, of Pottsville, PA passed away Thursday, January 31st, 2019 with her loving family by her side at Seton Manor Nursing Home in Orwigsburg.
Born in Pottsville, PA on January 14, 1938, she was the daughter of the late John and Emily (Reese) Menchey.
Emily was a graduate of Pottsville High School, Class of 1955. She first worked as an operator at Bell Telephone in Pottsville. She gave that job up to raise her children and then later worked for the Union Bank and Trust Company in Pottsville until retiring. After retiring, Emily worked part time as a library aide for the Pottsville Area High School.
Emily was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Pottsville and a member of the Yorkville Fire Company Ladies Auxillary. She was involved with the Pottsville School PTA and PTO, a member to the Pottsville Mother's Boosters.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Peter "Pete" Keitsock on August 1, 2014 and a grandson Jacob Peter Friday.
Emily is survived by five children: Toni Schlitzer and her husband Christian J., Muhlenberg Twp., Pamela Cicero and her husband James, Palo Alto, Peter John Keitsock and his wife Denise, Wayne Twp., Amy Friday and her husband Don, Annville, and Jamie Keitsock and his wife Kandy, Port Carbon; 13 grandchildren: Taryn, Taylor, and Kendra Schlitzer, Sarah, James, and Jared Cicero; Chelsia Lopez, Bayne and Reese Keitsock, Donald Lewis Friday, and Lily, Leigha, and Luke Keitsock; a great grandchild: Logan Lopez, and cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A Religious Service will be held at 10AM on Wednesday February 6th at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Pottsville, with Rev. Chris Rothharpt officiating.
Relatives and Friends are invited to a viewing on Tuesday evening from 6-8PM at the Robert A. Evans Jr. Funeral Home, 208 Pike St. Port Carbon and then on Wednesday morning from 9-10AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Pottsville.
Interment will be held in the Schuylkill Memorial Park Cemetery in Schuylkill Haven.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pete and Emily Keitsock Pottsville High School Scholarship Fund c/o Pottsville Athletics 16th St. and Elk Avenue, Pottsville, PA 17901.
Emily's family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Providence Place and Seton Manor for the outstanding care given to their Mom.
Please send condolences to www.robertaevansjrfh.com
Ralph G. Todd, 79, Girardville, passed away peacefully Friday morning at his home with his loving wife Jeanette at his side.
Born in Girardville, he was the son of the late Ralph and Helen Noyokas Todd. Ralph was employed as a lineman for PPL Electric until his retirement.
Ralph was a veteran of the United States Marines.
He was a member of the former Zion Lutheran Church, Girardville; the Frackville Elks BPOE #1533; the Girardville Goodtime Club and was an avid hunter.
Ralph is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jeanette (Mazlokas) Todd of Girardville; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial services will be announced at a later date.
Donations can be made, in Ralph’s name, to the Girardville Goodtime Club in care of Todd Selgrade at 1 Powder Mill Road, Girardville, PA 17935.
Sign the guestbook, leave personal condolences and for further information, please visit www.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Girardville, Timothy M. Sullivan, supervisor is in charge of the arrangements.
Kazuko Yasembousky, 88, of Mary D, PA and formerly of Yardley, PA, died on Thursday, January 31, 2019 at home.
Thomas E. Shollenberger, 80, formerly of Schuylkill Haven died Thursday afternoon at Tremont Health & Rehabilitation Center, Tremont.
Born June 22, 1938 in Pottsville he was the son of the late Elmer and Ruth (Feeman) Shollenberger.
He was a graduate of Pottsville Area High School. He was also member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Pottsville where he served as Past President of Church Counsel, head usher, member of the property committee, youth group leader, and van driver. Thom was very active in the church and would participate any way he could.
His hobbies included woodworking and carpentry. Tom was employed as a truck driver having worked for Liberty Oil and Fanelli Trucking. He also worked as a carpenter for Shollenberger & McGuigan. He also served in the United States Army Reserves.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother Ben Shollenberger and sisters Mildred Artz and Helen Barrett.
He is survived by his wife of 26 years, the former Linda Horning, Schuylkill Haven; daughters Lori Shollenberger, East Hampton MA and Amy Shollenberger, Barre VT; step daughter Tracy Sander and her husband Todd, Tabernacle NJ; grandchildren Jake Shollenberger, Lauren Sander and Nicole Sander; a sister Lois Kantner, Schuylkill Haven; several nieces & nephews including his favorite niece Kim.
A memorial service will be held 11AM Saturday February 9 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Pottsville, Rev. Chris Rothharpt, Off. Family and friends are invited to call Saturday at the church from 9:30 until time of service. Interment will be held on the grounds of the Trinity Lutheran Church Memorial Gardens. Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home 515 West Market Street Pottsville has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit schlitzerallenpugh.com to leave a condolence for the Shollenberger family.
The family would prefer donations be made in Tom’s name to either Trinity Lutheran Church or to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Bradd R. Quinter, 61, of Orwigsburg, formerly of Schuylkill Haven passed away Thursday, January 31st. Bradd was born in Pottsville, on October 6, 1957, son of Carmel (Robeson) Quinter, of Schuylkill Haven, and the late Robert Milton Quinter.
He was a member of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church Schuylkill Haven.
Bradd earned his Bachelor’s Degree from PSU and he worked as a Store Director for Redners Markets, Shenandoah
In addition to his mother Carmel, Bradd is survived by his daughter, Nicole, wife of John Kovich and his son, Justin Quinter. The mother of his children Dolores (Cartwright) Quinter.
Bradd’s grandchildren are Kaylee, Darren & Gabriel. Bradd is also survived by his companion Lori Peak and her children Robbie & Riley.
Bradd was predeceased by his Step mother Catherine Quinter. He is also survived by her daughters, Sheila & Penny and their families.
Friends are invited to call 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 6th at Hamilton - Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. in Orwigsburg. Friends are also invited to call 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM on Thursday, February 7th at St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church in Schuylkill Haven. A Mass of Christian Burial will be immediately following at 10:30 AM, Rev. Msgr. Edward S. Zemanik officiating. Private interment will follow.
In Lieu of flowers please consider donation to American Heart Association, PO Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693, American Diabetes Association
P.O. Box 15829
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Geraldine L. Adley, 77, of Tower City, passed away Thursday, January 31st at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown.
Born in Muir, March 16, 1941, a daughter of the late George and Hilda King Adley.
Gerry was retired from Bell & Evans Poultry, Fredericksburg.
She was a member of the Williamstown American Legion and the Williamstown and West End Fire Companies.
Gerry enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, old country music and loved anything with Betty Boop.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, George Jr., and Roy Adley; sisters Kathleen Rhoades and Virginia Morris.
Surviving are a brother, Harry Adley, Williamstown, numerous nieces and nephews including, David Rhoades and Theresa Witmer, who were Gerry's caregivers.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February, 7th at 11:00 am from the Chapel of the Dimon Funeral Home, Inc., with Pastor Annette Shutt. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery. Viewing will be from 10-11 am at the chapel. Condolences may be left for the family at www.dimonfuneralhome.com.
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Born in Pottsville, PA on January 14, 1938, she was the daughter of the late John and Emily (Reese) Menchey.
Emily was a graduate of Pottsville High School, Class of 1955. She first worked as an operator at Bell Telephone in Pottsville. She gave that job up to raise her children and then later worked for the Union Bank and Trust Company in Pottsville until retiring. After retiring, Emily worked part time as a library aide for the Pottsville Area High School.
Emily was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Pottsville and a member of the Yorkville Fire Company Ladies Auxillary. She was involved with the Pottsville School PTA and PTO, a member to the Pottsville Mother's Boosters.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Peter "Pete" Keitsock on August 1, 2014 and a grandson Jacob Peter Friday.
Emily is survived by five children: Toni Schlitzer and her husband Christian J., Muhlenberg Twp., Pamela Cicero and her husband James, Palo Alto, Peter John Keitsock and his wife Denise, Wayne Twp., Amy Friday and her husband Don, Annville, and Jamie Keitsock and his wife Kandy, Port Carbon; 13 grandchildren: Taryn, Taylor, and Kendra Schlitzer, Sarah, James, and Jared Cicero; Chelsia Lopez, Bayne and Reese Keitsock, Donald Lewis Friday, and Lily, Leigha, and Luke Keitsock; a great grandchild: Logan Lopez, and cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A Religious Service will be held at 10AM on Wednesday February 6th at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Pottsville, with Rev. Chris Rothharpt officiating.
Relatives and Friends are invited to a viewing on Tuesday evening from 6-8PM at the Robert A. Evans Jr. Funeral Home, 208 Pike St. Port Carbon and then on Wednesday morning from 9-10AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Pottsville.
Interment will be held in the Schuylkill Memorial Park Cemetery in Schuylkill Haven.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pete and Emily Keitsock Pottsville High School Scholarship Fund c/o Pottsville Athletics 16th St. and Elk Avenue, Pottsville, PA 17901.
Emily's family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Providence Place and Seton Manor for the outstanding care given to their Mom.
Please send condolences to www.robertaevansjrfh.com
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Ralph G. Todd, 79, Girardville, passed away peacefully Friday morning at his home with his loving wife Jeanette at his side.
Born in Girardville, he was the son of the late Ralph and Helen Noyokas Todd. Ralph was employed as a lineman for PPL Electric until his retirement.
Ralph was a veteran of the United States Marines.
He was a member of the former Zion Lutheran Church, Girardville; the Frackville Elks BPOE #1533; the Girardville Goodtime Club and was an avid hunter.
Ralph is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jeanette (Mazlokas) Todd of Girardville; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial services will be announced at a later date.
Donations can be made, in Ralph’s name, to the Girardville Goodtime Club in care of Todd Selgrade at 1 Powder Mill Road, Girardville, PA 17935.
Sign the guestbook, leave personal condolences and for further information, please visit www.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Girardville, Timothy M. Sullivan, supervisor is in charge of the arrangements.
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Kazuko Yasembousky, 88, of Mary D, PA and formerly of Yardley, PA, died on Thursday, January 31, 2019 at home.
She was the wife of the late John Yasembousky to whom she was married 64 years at the time of his death on May 22, 2018. Born in Sasebo, Japan on January 22, 1931,
Kazuko became a naturalized USA citizen and worked as a pharmacy technician for CVS in Langhorne, PA. She was of the Catholic faith. Kazuko and her husband were foster parents for 15 plus years.
She is survived by sister-in-law, Diana Prosymchak who resided with her in Mary D; grandson, Dennis Yasembousky of Mary D; granddaughter, April Yasembousky, of Philadelphia, PA; great-grandchildren, Gavin Yasembousky, Dylan Yasembousky, Paige Yasembousky, Brittney Castor, Zackary Denault, and Isabella Lafuente; and eight nephews and nieces.
In addition to her husband, Kazuko was predeceased by a son, Dennis Yasembousky in 2001 and a sister, Yazuko.
Services will be held at 8 pm on Monday, February 4, 2019 at the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua with The Rev. Ronald Minner officiating. Call 6 pm – 8 pm on Monday at the funeral home. Interment will take place in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.zgfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are being handled by the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Tamaqua.
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Thomas E. Shollenberger, 80, formerly of Schuylkill Haven died Thursday afternoon at Tremont Health & Rehabilitation Center, Tremont.
Born June 22, 1938 in Pottsville he was the son of the late Elmer and Ruth (Feeman) Shollenberger.
He was a graduate of Pottsville Area High School. He was also member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Pottsville where he served as Past President of Church Counsel, head usher, member of the property committee, youth group leader, and van driver. Thom was very active in the church and would participate any way he could.
His hobbies included woodworking and carpentry. Tom was employed as a truck driver having worked for Liberty Oil and Fanelli Trucking. He also worked as a carpenter for Shollenberger & McGuigan. He also served in the United States Army Reserves.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother Ben Shollenberger and sisters Mildred Artz and Helen Barrett.
He is survived by his wife of 26 years, the former Linda Horning, Schuylkill Haven; daughters Lori Shollenberger, East Hampton MA and Amy Shollenberger, Barre VT; step daughter Tracy Sander and her husband Todd, Tabernacle NJ; grandchildren Jake Shollenberger, Lauren Sander and Nicole Sander; a sister Lois Kantner, Schuylkill Haven; several nieces & nephews including his favorite niece Kim.
A memorial service will be held 11AM Saturday February 9 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Pottsville, Rev. Chris Rothharpt, Off. Family and friends are invited to call Saturday at the church from 9:30 until time of service. Interment will be held on the grounds of the Trinity Lutheran Church Memorial Gardens. Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home 515 West Market Street Pottsville has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit schlitzerallenpugh.com to leave a condolence for the Shollenberger family.
The family would prefer donations be made in Tom’s name to either Trinity Lutheran Church or to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Bradd R. Quinter, 61, of Orwigsburg, formerly of Schuylkill Haven passed away Thursday, January 31st. Bradd was born in Pottsville, on October 6, 1957, son of Carmel (Robeson) Quinter, of Schuylkill Haven, and the late Robert Milton Quinter.
He was a member of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church Schuylkill Haven.
Bradd earned his Bachelor’s Degree from PSU and he worked as a Store Director for Redners Markets, Shenandoah
In addition to his mother Carmel, Bradd is survived by his daughter, Nicole, wife of John Kovich and his son, Justin Quinter. The mother of his children Dolores (Cartwright) Quinter.
Bradd’s grandchildren are Kaylee, Darren & Gabriel. Bradd is also survived by his companion Lori Peak and her children Robbie & Riley.
Bradd was predeceased by his Step mother Catherine Quinter. He is also survived by her daughters, Sheila & Penny and their families.
Friends are invited to call 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 6th at Hamilton - Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. in Orwigsburg. Friends are also invited to call 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM on Thursday, February 7th at St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church in Schuylkill Haven. A Mass of Christian Burial will be immediately following at 10:30 AM, Rev. Msgr. Edward S. Zemanik officiating. Private interment will follow.
In Lieu of flowers please consider donation to American Heart Association, PO Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693, American Diabetes Association
P.O. Box 15829
Arlington, VA 22215
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Geraldine L. Adley, 77, of Tower City, passed away Thursday, January 31st at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown.
Born in Muir, March 16, 1941, a daughter of the late George and Hilda King Adley.
Gerry was retired from Bell & Evans Poultry, Fredericksburg.
She was a member of the Williamstown American Legion and the Williamstown and West End Fire Companies.
Gerry enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, old country music and loved anything with Betty Boop.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, George Jr., and Roy Adley; sisters Kathleen Rhoades and Virginia Morris.
Surviving are a brother, Harry Adley, Williamstown, numerous nieces and nephews including, David Rhoades and Theresa Witmer, who were Gerry's caregivers.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February, 7th at 11:00 am from the Chapel of the Dimon Funeral Home, Inc., with Pastor Annette Shutt. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery. Viewing will be from 10-11 am at the chapel. Condolences may be left for the family at www.dimonfuneralhome.com.
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Saint Clair Police Log - 02/02/2019
Saint Clair Police have provided information from recent incidents.
Man Cited Disorderly Conduct and Criminal Trespass
According to Saint Clair Police on November 7, 2018,, Jerry Beach, 21, of Pottsville, threatened and harrassed Wal-Mart employees as they attempted to serve a legal notice in the form of a trespass order from the Saint Clair Wal-Mart property, as a result of prior criminal activity.
Beach will be cited for the incident.
Police say Beach returned to the store again on January 6, 2019.
Beach will be cited for criminal trespass for this incident.
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Wanted Fredericksburg Man Facing Drug Charges
According to Saint Clair Police, on January 24, 2019, police executed an arrest warrant on Jeremy Reinbold, 40, of Fredericksburg, PA, who was parked in a vehicle in the Saint Clair Wal-Mart parking lot.
The arrest warrant was issued by the Schuylkill County District Attorney's office.
Inside the vehicle, police found methamphetamine along with drug paraphernalia.
Reinbold was taken into custody and locked up in Schuylkill County Prison with drug charges to be filed later.
Port Carbon Police Assisted with the incident.
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Methamphetamine Found During Traffic Stop
According to Saint Clair Police, on January 16, 2019, police made a traffic stop along Route 61 on Audie Lee Mauldin, 20, of Pottsville,
During the traffic stop, police recovered a crystal powder which field tested positive for methamphetamine.
Mauldin has been charged with possession of a controlled substance.
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Three Displaced After Fire Destroys Home in Porter Township Friday Night
A family of three is displaced after a fire destroyed their home Friday night in Porter Township.Just before 11:00pm, Friday, emergency personnel were dispatched to 335 West Grand Avenue, in Sheridan, Porter Township, near Tower City, for a working structure fire.
Fire crews arrived and found the home fully involved in fire. Crews dealt with water issues due to the extreme cold prompting an alert to a tanker task force.
The home was a complete loss and as of Saturday evening, the cause of the fire was listed as "undetermined".
At the time of the fire, homeowner Brenda Hoover, her daughter Taylor, 27, and 14 year old son were not home. A dog and cat died in the fire.
The American Red Cross is assisting the family. Donations for the family can be sent to 175 Pottsville Street, Wiconisco, 17097.
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Fire Crews at the Scene of a Working Structure Fire in Port Carbon
Fire crews are at the scene of a working structure fire, late Saturday, in Port Carbon.Around 9:30pm, emergency personnel were dispatched to 22 Pike Street, Port Carbon, for a working structure fire.
As crews arrived they found heavy smoke coming from the home.
Along with fire personnel, EMS was also requested to the scene.
Update: As of 9:53pm, the fire was upgraded to a 3rd Alarm.
More information when it is available.
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Funds Announced for Multimodal Transportation Projects in Schuylkill County
“Transportation is critical to connecting communities and economies, and we are an important partner in bringing progress across the state,” Governor Wolf said. “These investments will improve overall mobility and safety while bolstering commercial projects.”
Reflecting Governor Wolf’s and PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards’ commitment to improving locally owned infrastructure, several of the projects will also help local governments address bridges and roadways in need of repair or replacement.
“Whether we’re making roadways more accessible to all means of travel or creating new connections for businesses investing in our communities, transportation is integral to our quality of life,” Richards said. “These projects will bring long-lasting improvements across the state.”
PennDOT evaluated the applications and made selections based on such criteria as safety benefits, regional economic conditions, the technical and financial feasibility, job creation, energy efficiency, and operational sustainability.
Schuylkill County:
- County of Schuylkill— $674,720 for full depth reclamation, shoulder restoration, guiderail replacement, replacement or restoration of storm drainage features, and repaving of the park-and-ride lot on Airport Road.
- Kline Township— $211,667 to improve existing transportation infrastructure assets and enhance pedestrian safety through the repair of 13 sections of deteriorated highways used for residential, commercial, and industrial traffic throughout the township.
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Fire Crews Battle 3-Alarm Fire Overnight in Port Carbon; 13 Displaced
Schuylkill County fire crews spent their Saturday night and early Sunday morning battling a fire in Port Carbon.
Around 9:30pm, Saturday evening, emergency personnel were dispatched to 22 Pike Street, Port Carbon for a working structure fire.
The first to arrive found heavy smoke coming from the home and the fire was quickly upgraded to a 2nd Alarm, and by 9:53pm, the fire was upgraded again to a 3rd alarm.
All occupants of the home and nearby homes were accounted for.
Crews battled the fire and cold temperatures until it was brought under control around 11:00pm.
Units from Port Carbon, Pottsville, Saint Clair, and Schuylkill Haven responded to fight the fire along with units from Englewood and Schuylkill Haven for their RIT. Ryan Township fire also responded with their rehab unit due to the cold temperatures.
Other Schuylkill County units were also dispatched to stations to cover for departments at the scene.
EMS units evaluated multiple people as well as a firefighter who suffered minor injuries. Two of those victims were taken to the hospital with injuries. One of those victims was treated and released, the other was held overnight but has since been released.
Emergency personnel cleared the scene about 4:00am.
According to Fire Marshall Scott Krater, the fire was started by an alternate heating source in 22 Pike Street .
The homes at 20, 22, and 24 were a total loss. Adjacent homes also sustained smoke and water damage.
The American Red Cross is assisting at 13 fire victims.
Information on the needs of the fire victims will be announced when information is available.
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Around 9:30pm, Saturday evening, emergency personnel were dispatched to 22 Pike Street, Port Carbon for a working structure fire.
The first to arrive found heavy smoke coming from the home and the fire was quickly upgraded to a 2nd Alarm, and by 9:53pm, the fire was upgraded again to a 3rd alarm.
All occupants of the home and nearby homes were accounted for.
Crews battled the fire and cold temperatures until it was brought under control around 11:00pm.
Units from Port Carbon, Pottsville, Saint Clair, and Schuylkill Haven responded to fight the fire along with units from Englewood and Schuylkill Haven for their RIT. Ryan Township fire also responded with their rehab unit due to the cold temperatures.
Other Schuylkill County units were also dispatched to stations to cover for departments at the scene.
EMS units evaluated multiple people as well as a firefighter who suffered minor injuries. Two of those victims were taken to the hospital with injuries. One of those victims was treated and released, the other was held overnight but has since been released.
Emergency personnel cleared the scene about 4:00am.
According to Fire Marshall Scott Krater, the fire was started by an alternate heating source in 22 Pike Street .
The homes at 20, 22, and 24 were a total loss. Adjacent homes also sustained smoke and water damage.
The American Red Cross is assisting at 13 fire victims.
Information on the needs of the fire victims will be announced when information is available.
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Over $1,100 Worth of Items Stolen from Vehicle in Foster Township
Police are investigating an incident where items were stolen from a vehicle in Foster Township.According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, sometime between Friday, February 1st, 2019 at 9:00pm and Saturday, January 2nd, 2019 at 11:30am, somemone smashed the passenger window of a vehicle in the parking lot of the Schuylkill County Airport, located at 240 Airport Road, Foster Township.
After smashing the window, the suspect(s) stole $1,108 worth of items from the vehicle.
The items stolen included jumper cables, 100 piece Stanley ratchet set, a 20 volt 1/2 Dewalth impact driver with a spare battery, Ray-Ban prescription sunglasses, and a set set of ratchet straps.
Anyone with information on the incident should contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600 and reference number PA 2019-136634.
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