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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/12/19

June 12, 2019, 9:49 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/12/19
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Wendy J. Farnsworth, 50, of Ashland, PA passed away Monday, June 10, 2019 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA.

Born July 11, 1968 in Ridley Park, PA the daughter of James and Eleanor (Hoshman) Chappell of Shamokin.

Wendy graduated from Line Mt. High School. She was a member of Christ’s United Lutheran Church, Ashland. Wendy was an avid photographer and loved the outdoors and nature.
In addition to her parents, surviving are aunts: Michelle wife of Michael Ambrose of Pottsville; and Betty Chappell of Ashland. Uncle: William Hoshman of Ashland. Cousins, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Christ’s United Lutheran Church, Airport Road, Ashland with Pastor Laura Csellak officiating. Interment in Citizens Cemetery, Lavelle. Viewing 9:00-11:00 AM Saturday, June 15 at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Christ’s United Lutheran Church 437 Airport Rd. Ashland, PA 17921 or to the American Cancer Society www.cancer.org

Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc., Ashland is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Heizenroth III, Supervisor.

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Charles R. Dietrick, 72, of Gordon, PA passed away Monday, June 10, 2019 at Lebanon VA Medical Center, Lebanon, PA.

Born March 15, 1947 the son of the late Lewis and Anna (Snyder) Dietrick.

Charles graduated from Ashland High School and worked as a welder at Caterpillar, Frackville until retirement. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War; was a member of the Minersville American Legion and was an avid fisherman and hunter.

Along with his parents, preceding him in death was one brother: Terry Dietrick.
Surviving are a daughter: Kim Dietrick Anayaespinoza of Gordon. One brother: Jim husband of Lynn Dietrick of Ashland. Two sisters: Marlene Walter of Ashland; and Lois Geho of Palmyra, PA.
Grandchildren: Rose, Monique, Serena, and Cesar Anayaespinoza.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, June 14, 2019 at the Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home, Ashland with Dana Heckman-Beil officiating. Interment in Sunnyside Cemetery, Lavelle. Viewing 9:00-11:00 AM Friday, June 14 at the funeral home.

Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc,. Ashland is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Heizenroth III, Supervisor.

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Leo J. Pedron, Jr, 70, of Tuscarora, PA, died on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at his residence. He was the husband of Ruth (nee Houser) Pedron to whom he would have been married 46 years on Sunday.

Born in Pottsville, PA, Leo was a son of the late Leo, Sr. and Anne (nee Raymond) Pedron. A 1966 graduate of Marian High School, he served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. Leo was a heavy equipment operator who worked on highway construction projects. He was a member of The Parish of St. John XXIII, Tamaqua; American Legion C.H. Berry Post # 173, Tamaqua; International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 542; and a past member of the United Mine Workers.

In addition to his wife Ruth, Leo is survived by son, Leo J. Pedron, III and his wife Nicolene of Kutztown, PA; granddaughter, Kellcey Pedron; brother, Robert Pedron and his wife Betty of Tuscarora; sisters, MaryAnn Zelinsky of Tuscarora and Joanne Rowlands and her husband Tom of Tamaqua; a nephew; 2 nieces; 2 great nephews; and a great niece.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. 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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William H. Lombel, 90, of Mar Lin, PA, passed away June 11th, at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg.

Born in Pottsville, PA on May 30, 1929, he was a son of the late William & Dorothy (Medler) Lombel.

He was the widower of Ruth Eleanor (Yost) Lombel.

William had been employed as a self-employed contractor.

He was a Life Member of Beckville Gun Club, a member of the Mar Lin Legion, Rainbow Hose Co., Schuylkill Haven, and Citizen Hose Co., Palo Alto.

William is survived by a daughter, Dorothy Krause, Pine Grove, step-daughter, Barbara Huntzinger, Cressona, step-son, Mark Cook, Palo Alto, brother, Robert Lombel, Delaware, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and wife, he is also preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Calabrase.

A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be conducted at Ebling-Stabingas Funeral Home, Cressona on Monday, June 17th at 10:30 a.m. with Certified Celebrant, Rebecca Devlin officiating.

A viewing will be held Monday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.

Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.

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John A. "Jack" Wargo Jr. age 71, of Grier City, died Wednesday morning at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes Barre.

Arrangements will be announced upon completion.

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Frank J. Savitsky, Jr., 67, of Ringtown passed away Monday, June 10th, 2019.

Frank was born in Shenandoah on August 13, 1951, a son of the late Jean (McCole) and Frank Savitsky, Sr. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Polish National Catholic Church in Frackville.

Frank worked as a Forest Fire Specialist Supervisor for the Pennsylvania DCNR for 27 years prior to retirement.

He was a member of the Shenandoah Fish and Game Club, the Fishing Creek Game Club and a member of the former Citizens Fire Company in Brandonville.

An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing and he loved his pool.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Patsy Savitsky and brother, Robert Savitsky.

He is survived by his wife, Rosemarie (Machese) Savitsky. They would have celebrated their 31st wedding anniversary in August.

Two step daughters, Letitia, wife of Tom Cress of Girardville and Missy, wife of Joe Antolick of Ringtown survive, as does a step son, James Briel and his wife Sue or Ringtown.

He is also survived by four sisters, Jean Savitsky, Joan Savitsky, both of Ringtown, Jane Metcalf, of Shenandoah and Connie Sincavage, of Ashland.

He is also survived by 4 grandchildren, Gina, Tyler, Megan and Joseph, along with many nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10 AM on Thursday, June 13th, 2019 at the Stauffer-Breznik Funeral Home, 412 West Main Street, Ringtown, with Father Robert Plichta officiating.

Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing from 6-9 PM Wednesday evening and again on Thursday morning from 9-10 AM at the funeral home. Frank will be laid to rest in the Polish National Cemetery in Shenandoah Heights following the funeral service.

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Raymond J. Polny, 82, of Black Heath, passed away Tuesday morning at the Lehigh Valley East Hospital, Pottsville.

Born in Black Heath, he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen Merchick Polny.

Raymond was a 1954 graduate of the former Cass Twp. High school. He was retired from United Metal, Pottsville. He was a member of the former St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Minersville and a member of St. Matthew the Evangelist Church, Minersville. He was a life member of the South Cass Citizens Fire Co. He was also the manager of the South Cass Little League team and the South Cass Softball team. He also served as a coach with the South Cass Teener League team.

He is survived by numerous cousins.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Matthew the Evangelist Church, 139 Spruce St., Minersville at 10:30 AM Saturday morning. Rev. Leo J. Maletz will officiate. Relatives and friends may call at the Donald J. Butler Funeral Home, 328 Sunbury St, Minersville, on Saturday morning from 8 to 10 AM. Interment will be in St Stanislaus #1 Cemetery. Llewellyn.

The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions in memory of Raymond to the St. Matthew the Evangelist Church Memorial Fund. Contributions will be accepted at the funeral home. To offer condolences to the family or to light a candle in Raymond’s memory, visit us at www.donaldjbutlerfh.com

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Joint, Bipartisan Senate Policy Committee to Study Possible School District Consolidation

June 12, 2019, 9:56 am
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The Senate Majority Policy Committee and the Senate Democratic Policy Committee will discuss possible school district consolidation during a public workshop discussion. This workshop will take place on Monday, June 17, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 471 of the Main Capitol Building in Harrisburg.
“With 500 school districts in Pennsylvania this issue must be reviewed carefully,” said Senate Majority Policy chair David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks). “Senator Boscola and I are hosting this bipartisan workshop to consider the benefits and disadvantages of school district consolidation. In Maryland, each of that state’s 23 counties and the city of Baltimore only has one school district. Do we really need 500?”

“Our goal for the workshop is to listen to stakeholders from across Pennsylvania about the potential impacts both good and bad resulting from school district consolidation,” said Senate Democratic Policy chair Lisa Boscola (D-Lehigh/Northampton). “Any proposal that would potentially keep taxpayer dollars in the pockets of citizens and improve our public education system is worth studying,” Boscola added.

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PA Senate Approves Renaming of Schuylkill County Bridge in Memory of A. Donald Buffington

June 12, 2019, 12:13 pm
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The Senate unanimously approved Senate Bill 593, a proposal to rename a bridge on State Route 4011, Gap Road, and crosses Pine Creek in memory of A. Donald Buffington. This commemorates Mr. Buffington’s faithful service to his community.

Mr. Buffington was from Hegins Township and served as a board member of the Valley View Park Association and as a member of the Tri-Valley School Board for several decades. Mr. Buffington graduated from the former Hegins Township High School in 1947 and from the former Eckles College of Mortuary Science, Philadelphia in 1949. He was the Funeral Director for the former Buffington Funeral Home and the Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, both of Valley View.

Mr. Buffington was also active as a baseball coach and was the first Teener League coach from Schuylkill County to win the State Championship in 1970. He was a member of Friedens United Church of Christ in Hegins, Valley View Gun Club, and Valley View Fire Company.

“This is a tribute to a gentleman who devoted his life to serving his community to make it a better place,” Senator Dave Argall added.

The proposal heads to the House of Representatives for its consideration.
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/13/19

June 13, 2019, 5:24 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/13/19


Thursday - Rain and Thunderstorms, High Winds and Hail Possible with Storms - High in the Lower 60's
Thursday Night - Storms Early, Cloudy Overnight - Low near 50

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Friday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Mid 60's
Friday Night - Clear - Low in the Lower 50's

Saturday - Clouds and Sun  - High in the Mid 70s
Saturday Night - Showers - Low near 60
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Sunday - Sun, Clouds, Scattered Showers and Storms - High in the Upper 70's
Monday - Some Sun, Chance for Storms in the Afternoon - High in the Mid 70's
Tuesday - Showers - High in the Mid 70's
Wednesday - Showers - High in the Mid 70's

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Shenandoah Valley Recycles Tons of Trash through Project

June 13, 2019, 7:37 am
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Shenandoah Valley found out recently that they have recycled tons of trash since starting their project.

According to the Shenandoah Valley School District, recycling isn’t just a topic of discussion, it is a practice that the students, faculty and employees utilize on a daily basis. 

In each classroom, office and work areas special bins are placed where paper, cardboard, plastic and other recyclables are deposited. 

Each week, a group of students periodically dump the containers into large outdoor bins provided by Waste Management. 

As of June 4, 2019, Waste Management notified the Shenandoah Valley School District that they recycled 3.8 tons of paper, 2.4 tons of plastic, 0.6 tons of aluminum, 0.1 ton of glass and 5.1 tons of cardboard. 

The Shenandoah Valley recycling project was coordinated by High School Principal Stuart Tripler & Facilities Director Dave Lukashunas. 

Shown in photo L-R: Stuart Tripler, Joseph Karvois, Brandon Zamudio, Will Conroy, Dave Lukashunas,, Alex Deleon Maldonado, Austin Sharp, & Brian Waite SV Superintendent.

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Tennessee Woman Indicted by Grand Jury for Murder of Patrick Murphy

June 13, 2019, 2:30 pm
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On Thursday, New Orlean's District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro’s office on secured a murder indictment against a Tennessee woman accused in February of stabbing to death Patrick Murphy in a Treme hotel room.

Magen Hall was charged with armed robbery, obstruction of justice and with the second-degree murder of Patrick Murphy, 62, of Pottsville, in the three-count indictment handed up by an Orleans Parish grand jury. The defendant’s name also is spelled Megan Hall in some court records.

Hall, 25, faces a mandatory lifetime prison sentence if convicted of the murder charge. An armed robbery conviction carries a penalty of 10 to 99 years in state prison, while obstruction of justice in a homicide investigation is punishable by up to 40 years.

A housekeeper discovered Murphy’s body at 11:41 a.m. inside a room registered to Hall at the Empress Hotel at 1317 Ursulines Ave. New Orleans police homicide detective Patrick Guidry testified at a preliminary hearing in March that the owner of Murphy Jewelers in Pottsville, Pa., had been killed by three stab wounds, one to his neck and two to his abdomen.

Video surveillance cameras at the hotel showed Murphy and Hall arriving to the hotel together at 2:10 a.m. Hall was seen exiting the hotel room alone and briskly walking out the front door at 3:42 a.m., believed to be leaving with some of Murphy’s possessions.

No one else was seen entering or leaving the room until the housekeeper eight hours later, Guidry wrote in his arrest affidavit.

Two witnesses staying in an adjacent room reported hearing a man and woman loudly arguing inside the room that Hall rented around 3:30 a.m., followed by sounds of a struggle that lasted about two minutes.

Hall has remained jailed since her March 3 arrest, in lieu of a $750,000 bond set for the murder allegation. Criminal District Judge Camille Buras left that bond unchanged after the indictment was read. She deferred setting bond on the two additional charges brought by the grand jury for the judge to whom Hall’s case gets randomly allotted.

Hall has a history of prostitution arrests from New Orleans, Nashville and Houston.

Assistant District Attorney Inga Petrovich presented the case to the grand jury.

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/13/19

June 13, 2019, 9:40 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/13/19
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Marvin E "Elmer" Geist, age 91, of Hegins, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2019 at the Tremont Health and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born on Tuesday, November 8, 1927, in Hegins, a son of the late Arthur Geist and the late Laura Kessler Geist.

He served in the US Army during World War II.

He was a coal miner for area coal mines and had worked for Penn DOT for eight years.

He was of the Protestant Faith.

He was a member of American Legion Post 575 and VFW Post 8237 both of Valley View, the former Valley View Fire Company, Hegins Fire Company, and the Valley View Gun Club. He also volunteered as grass mower for the Hegins Park for over 40 years. Marvin was a die hard Phillies fan and enjoyed spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; by a son, James M Geist, two brothers, Walter Geist and Clyde Geist, and a sister, Eleanor Reinoehl.

He is survived by his wife Betty M Dunkelberger Geist, to whom he was married for 70 years.

He is also survived by two daughters, Mary Ann Willier and her husband Larry of Hegins, and Debra L Buffington and her husband Charles of Hegins; seven grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; two great great granddaughters; two brothers, Arnold Geist of Hegins, and Ronald Geist of Hummelstown; a sister, Lorraine Schwalm of Harrisburg; and several nieces and nephews.

As per Marvin's wishes there will be no services.

Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com

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Betty Mazalusky, 96, of Mahanoy City, passed away Thursday, June 13th, at Shenandoah Senior Living Community.

Betty was born in Mahanoy City, PA on August 8, 1922, a daughter of the late Anna (Miko) and Michael Babyar.

Betty graduated from Mahanoy City High School

She as a member of Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish Mahanoy City.

She had worked at Atlas Powder in Tamaqua, and General Cigar in Mahanoy City.

She enjoyed Gardening and had belonged to the Mahanoy City Senior Citizens.

She was wife of the late Frank Mazalusky.

Betty is survived by two daughters, Ann Bloomfield, of Mahanoy City; Betty Fenkner, of Greir City, and three sons Michael, of Mahanoy City; Francis, of Hamburg; Joseph, of Mahanoy City;

She is also survived by 11 Grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by brothers Adam, Michael and sisters Anna Blasko and Irene McGuire.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish, Mahanoy City, PA, at 10 am on Tuesday, June 18th, with Rev. Kevin P. Gallagher officiating.

Friends may call Tuesday from 9 am at Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish.

Burial will be in St Casimir Cemetery on Wednesday.

Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book and send sympathy cards.

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Mary M. Spehrley died June 8, 2019 at the age of 103

Born in Pottsville, December 13, 1915, she was the daughter of Allen P.J. and Sarah Yost Moyer.

She was a graduate of Pottsville High School Class of 1933. She worked as a secretary/bookkeeper for Nagle's, Trans Video, Schneider & Davis, and retired in 1980 from Kutztown State College.

She was a the oldest member of Evangelical United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the choir, and served on several committees during her lifetime. She was an avid bridge player and belonged to several clubs.

She was preceded in death by her husband Charles W., sister Mildred Fortuna, sister Orpah Weigand, and brother Orren Moyer.

Surviving are two sons, Charles, of Key Colony Beach, FL, and David, of Louisville, KY; two granddaughters, Kimberly Laughlin of Chalfont, PA, and Kristen Mims of Tinicum, PA; four great-grandchildren, Morgan, Shane, Emily and Trevor; and one great-great-granddaughter, Hazel.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on June 21, at 11am, Evangelical United Methodist Church, Pottsville, with Rev. John Wallace officiating. Visitation will begin at 10am. The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions made to Evangelical United Methodist Church 305 S. Centre Street, Pottsville PA, 17901 or to the Pottsville Free Public Library 217 W. Market St. Pottsville PA, 17901. Interment will be private at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.

Arrangements are under the care of James B. Humphrey, F.D. James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville.

Please share your memories and condolences with Mary’s family by signing the guest book at www.jehumphreyfuneralhome.com

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Charles T. Forney, 67, of Rockledge, Cass Township, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday at his home.

Born on April 30, 1952 in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Burton and Eleanore Yeasted Forney. He was a 1970 graduate of Nativity B.V.M. High School, and attended Penn State. He was employed by Tredegar Film Products, Marlin, for 41 years before retiring as a supervisor in 2014.

He was a member of St. Matthew the Evangelist Church, Minersville. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time by the ocean. He was also a lifelong Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles fan.

Charlie is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, the former Patricia Campion; his two daughters, Nicole Forney and Lisa Forney, both of Rockledge, his devoted grand-puppies Lola, Gus and Penny; two siblings, George Forney (spouse, Eileen), Pottsville, and Karen Jackson (spouse, David), Elkton, Maryland; a sister-in-law Annette Bulino (spouse, David), Minersville; nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends may call at Dutcavich Funeral Home, 200 Sunbury Street, Minersville, on Monday from 6:30 A.M. until 9:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10:00 A.M. in St. Matthew the Evangelist Church, 139 Spruce Street, Minersville. Interment will be in St. Stanislaus Kostka #2 Cemetery, Branch Township.

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Joseph F. Gallagher, Jr., was called Home on June 12, 2019. In his final days, he was surrounded by the three girls in his life. He lived a fun-filled seventy-three years! He often referred to himself as a jack of all trades, master of none; however, the rest of us referred to him as Joseph, Joe, Joey, Dad, “ The General,” or the oilman, and he will be fondly remembered for his many talents. Two of his talents which his family greatly enjoyed are his storytelling and his gifted singing voice. Joe frequently embellished stories about himself and his beloved family, with his family hanging on to his every word to know how their personal story, which had already taken place and had a different outcome, had occurred during this storytelling session. He was also a talented singer, even though he never had any training. He frequently sang at church events and weddings. He may not have always known all the words, but he gave it his all by frequently practicing his vocals by singing in the shower. Joe who fondly spoke of his younger years and classmates, was a 1963 graduate of Ringtown High School and he was forever reminding us that his graduating class had only 17 students. Joe was known around town as the Gallagher Oil Man, a title which he loved. Joe followed in his father’s footsteps and joined his sister and brother-in-law in running a family home-heating and plumbing business, from which he retired in 2016. Joe was an avid fan of race cars and sponsored local drivers. He was such a fan, that he talked about them until his very last days. Joe was known for his love of Lionel trains, which was instilled in him by his father, and he was an active member of the train show circuit. He was a connoisseur of foods thanks to his mother. He became a lover of Chinese food back in the 1980s, thanks to his daughter Natalie. During his days raising a family, Sundays were spent at the Oasis restaurant in Hazleton until it closed; however, even until his last days, he was known to never turn down Chinese food. Joe greatly enjoyed his wife’s cooking but was a sharp critic and might have even thought of himself as a Michelin restaurant rater. He often provided his three-tiered rating scale, which included “not for me,” “it’s different,” and “excellent,” the latter was hard to come by. He enjoyed sitting on the porch and watching Ringtown’s residents pass by. He easily gained the affection of children because he was still a kid at heart. In his later years, Joe often tuned into the television. He loved watching General Hospital, although he would never admit to knowing the plot since it was a soap opera. He also enjoyed watching Clint Eastwood movies, the Godfather series, and reruns of the Titanic. Joe’s love of singing extends to his appreciation of ‘good music’ to include Frank Sinatra, Eric Clapton, The Beatles, Elvis, and many more – he even subscribed to Sirius radio! He enjoyed meeting his friends for a morning coffee at the local gas station and shooting the breeze.
While he was a simple and no frills-kind of man, he leaves behind a devoted and loving family who will miss him dearly. Joe was married to his loving wife of 40 years, Beverly Gallagher. Her fondest memories of Joe were when he met his two little girls for the first time, whom he cherished and who had him wrapped around their little fingers. His daughter Natalie Zuber (Ringtown), wife of Craig Zuber, will always remember his sweet tooth, his love of her baked goods, and when she had the ‘excellent’ rating bestowed upon her. His daughter Aimee Gallagher (Alexandria, Virginia) and her partner, Christopher Cheung, will always remember her dad’s gratitude of when they were able to tour the D-Day beaches and WWII historical sites, in Normandy, France. Joe was a GrandPaw to three gentle, Pit Bull rescue mixes, Eva, Ricky, and Amel.

Joe is also survived by his sister and business partner, Eileen Bergman and her husband, Bob Bergman (Zion Grove) and their two children, Katie Rentschler (Downingtown) and David Bergman (Orwigsburg). Joe also leaves behind numerous cousins, brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and godchildren.
Joe will join his parents, Mary and Joseph F. Gallagher, Sr., his sister, Mary Gallagher, his niece, Bridget Bergman, and many friends in heaven. Joe is now at peace and we look forward to the day when we can meet him again.

Our family will hold a Celebration of Life Ceremony later this summer, and it will most likely include swiss chocolate almond ice cream, his favorite! In lieu of flowers, our family asks for donations to the Ringtown Area Senior Citizens or St. Paul’s United Church of Christ (Ringtown). And next time you eat Chinese food, watch the Godfather, or hear Eric Clapton, please think of him and smile.

A committal service will he held privately at a later date.

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John A. "Jack" Wargo Jr., age 71, of Grier City, passed away Wednesday at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes Barre after losing his battle with on-going health issues. 

Born at the former Locust Mountain Hospital he was the son of Jennie Kaminsky Wargo and the late John A. Wargo Sr. He was a graduate of the former St. Fidelis Catholic School and was a 1965 graduate of Mahanoy Area High School. Jack served his country in the Army during the Vietnam era from 1969 to 1971. He was a cook, baker and expert marksman. Jack also served in the Army National Guard of Pennsylvania. He was employed by the Atlas Powder Company for over 25 years until its closing and then held various other jobs until his retirement. Jack enjoyed hunting, fishing, mushrooming, baking, metal detecting and all outdoor activities. He was also a fine "Pysanky" artist and a great cook. 

In addition to his father he was preceded in death by his son Justin John. In addition to his mother Jack is survived by one sister Michele Denny and her husband Jonathan of North Myrtle Beach, SC, one brother Jamie "Ernie" Wargo and his wife Patricia "Patti" of Barnesville, a niece Kelly Lucas and a nephew Patrick Wargo and his best friend and neighbor Dave Schaller. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a religious service on Monday morning at 11 AM from David D. Jarrett Funeral Home of Mahanoy City. The Rev. Kevin P. Gallagher will officiate. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Mahanoy Township. Friends may call and visit with the family Monday morning beginning at 10 AM. Please visit www.jarrettfuneral home.com for more information.

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Robert C. Ney, 88, of Donaldson, passed away Wednesday, June 12th at the Tremont Health and Rehabilitation Center.

Born in Donaldson, June 24, 1930, a son of the late Earl and Minnie Athey Ney.

He was a retired coal miner.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers Tommy and Donald Ney; sisters, Mary Bressler, Jean Schwartz and Marge Schwalm

Surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held Sunday June 23rd at 1:00 pm from the Donaldson United Methodist Church, with Rev. Dr. Ira Lydic. Burial will be in the Donaldson Cemetery. Memorial donations in Bob's name can be made to the Donaldson United Methodist Church, c/o Jim Luckenbill 319 Sweet Arrow Lake Road, Pine Grove, PA 17963. Dimon Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., Tower City has been entrusted with the arrangements. To sign the guest book visit www.dimonfuneralhome.com










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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/14/19

June 14, 2019, 5:58 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/14/19


Friday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Mid 60's
Friday Night - Clear - Low in the Lower 50's

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Saturday - Clouds and Sun  - High in the Mid 70s
Saturday Night - Showers - Low near 60

Sunday - Sun, Clouds, Scattered Showers and Storms - High in the Upper 70's
Sunday Night - Scattered Storms - Low in the Lower 60's

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Monday - Some Sun, Chance for Storms in the Afternoon - High in the Mid 70's
Tuesday - Clouds, Sun, Showers, and Storms - High in the Mid 70's
Wednesday - Showers - High in the Mid 70's
Thursday - Sun, Clouds, Showers, and Storms - High in the Upper 70's

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PIAA State Championship Results for Schuylkill County Teams 2019

June 14, 2019, 9:44 am
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PIAA State Championship Final Scores for Schuylkill County Teams 2019
Friday, June 14, 2019


1A - Softball
Williams Valley - 5
DuBois Central Catholic -0

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3A - Softball
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Shenandoah Police Log

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A police log of arrests was provided by Shenandoah Police from the month of March.


Man Charged with Harassment

On March 20, 2019 around 2:10pm, a woman reported that she was speaking with a family member in front of M&T Bank at 2 S Main St when the discussion escalated. Joseph Burke, 63, of  Shenandoah, stepped toward her and pushed her. Burke then left the area on foot. 

Burke was charged with harassment.

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Man Cited for Public Drunkeness

On March 21, 2019 at 2:00am, an Officer on patrol found a male lying in the unit block of South Market street, sleeping. 

After waking the male, police discovered him to be highly intoxicated and under the influence of alcohol. 

The male was identified as Onix Reyes, 23, of Shenandoah. 

A citation charging Reyes with public drunkenness was filed with District Judge Anthony Kilker.

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Woman Charged with Criminal Trespass

On March 21, 2019 around 2:48pm, Police were dispatched to 210 E Lloyd St for a trespassing incident. 

Brenda Bloss, 45, no such address, had been at the property earlier in the day and had been told to leave. 

At 2:48pm, Brenda Bloss returned to the residence knocking on the front door. 

When the occupants opened the front the door, Bloss pushed her way into the home and refused to leave. 

Bloss was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Anthony Kilker on charges of felony Criminal Trespass and summary Harassment. She was committed to Schuylkill County Prison on $5,000.00 cash bail.

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Man Charged After Threatening to Kill Mother

On March 21, 2019 around 7:00pm, Police were dispatched to 209 West Mount Vernon St for a disturbance. 

Michael Kilkenny, 42, was upset that his mother had disciplined his son and began to argue her. 

The argument became physical when Kilkenny grabbed his mother by her throat and threatened to kill her. 

Kilkenny was charged with Aggravated Assault, Strangulation, Terroristic threats and related offenses and arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Anthony Kilker. 

Kilkenny was committed to Schuylkill County Prison on $25,000.00 cash bail.

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Man Charged with Harassment

On March 22, 2019 at 2:23pm, Police were dispatched to 117 E Centre St for a domestic disturbance. 

Mathew Mabus, 27, of Shenandoah had been arguing with his girlfriend when he grabbed and pushed her. He then broke her cell phone by throwing it on the floor. 

Mabus was charged with harassment.

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Man Charged with Trespass, Stalking, and Resisting Arrest

On March 30, 2019, Police were dispatched to 127 N Jardin St at 11:15pm for a disturbance. 

Daniel Lance Lopez, 23, no known address, had come to the residence, uninvited, to see his former girlfriend. 

Police escorted Lopez off of the property and was told not to return. 

Police were then called back to the property at 11:35pm when Lopez returned to the residence and began kicking and punching the door. 

Lopez was taken into custody and charged with felony Criminal Trespass, Stalking. Resisting Arrest, Loitering and Prowling and related summary offenses. 

He was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge David Rossi and committed to Schuylkill County Prison on $25,000.00 cash bail.
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Pottsville Woman Charged for Being Part of a "Grandparents Scheme; Defrauding Victims of At Least $158,800

June 14, 2019, 1:40 pm
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United States Attorney William M. McSwain announced Friday that Yahaira Diaz, 33, of Pottsville, Pennsylvania, was charged by Information with aggravated identity theft, mail fraud, and access device fraud. The charges against the defendant stem from her participation in what has been popularly dubbed the “Grandparents Scheme”, a type of elder financial abuse.

The charges come one day in advance of “World Elder Abuse Awareness Day” on June 15, 2019.

As alleged in the Information, the scheme operated as follows: an individual called an elderly victim posing as the grandchild of the victim, or posing as an attorney representing the grandchild. The caller claimed that the grandchild was in a vehicular accident and was arrested for driving under the influence (or some type of legal trouble). The caller then said that the grandchild needed money for bail or legal representation, and persuaded the victim to send thousands of dollars in cash via overnight delivery service to an address where the schemers retrieved the package. The schemers then continued to call the victim and demand more money until the victim realized that he or she had been defrauded and stopped sending money.

In those telephone calls, to further convince the grandparents to send cash, the co-schemers described the grandchild’s situation as increasingly serious: claiming that the grandchild had been arrested for driving under the influence; that a pregnant woman was involved in the accident; that the pregnant woman and her unborn child were injured or killed; that the grandchild would not be released from prison without additional funds; and that legal and other fees were mounting.

Diaz allegedly played a leadership role in this scheme, which she and her co-schemers perpetrated in Allentown and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. For example, she identified and arranged for access to residential locations where her co-schemers instructed victims to send the fraud proceeds. Diaz recruited and controlled additional participants in the scheme who allowed her to use their residences for the receipt of proceeds, and who helped retrieve the packages and shared the proceeds with other co-schemers.

Diaz engaged in numerous incidents of the Grandparents Scheme as well as credit card fraud, which is also charged in the Information. In the Grandparents Scheme, Diaz and her co-schemers defrauded at least 10 elderly victims of at least $158,800 and attempted to defraud those victims of at least an additional $69,000. If convicted, the defendant faces a maximum possible sentence of 72 years in prison, including a mandatory minimum term of two years in prison.

“Crimes against the elderly target some of the most vulnerable people in our society, and schemes like the ‘Grandparent Scheme’ are particularly heinous because they prey on a senior’s love for their family,” said U.S. Attorney McSwain. “The Department of Justice is committed to protecting our seniors from fraud, and my Office will continue to prioritize prosecuting criminals who prey on our elderly residents.”

“Trying to scam strangers out of money is criminal,” said Michael T. Harpster, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI's Philadelphia Division. “Specifically targeting elderly victims because you figure they're easy marks is cruel. The FBI will never stop working to shut down elder fraud schemes like this to protect older folks and help them hang on to their hard-earned money.”

“Crimes like these against our elderly citizens are taken very seriously by law enforcement. The Bethlehem Police Department, working with its Federal partners, will investigate, arrest and prosecute individuals involved in criminal scams like these ‘Grandparent Scams,” said Mark DiLuzio, Chief of Police, Bethlehem Police Department. “As Chief, I would like to personally thank U.S. Attorney McSwain and his Office, the FBI, U.S. Postal inspectors, the Northampton County District Attorney’s Office and Bethlehem Police Detectives who all worked collectively and brought this person and her partners to justice. On behalf of all elderly citizens in the City of Bethlehem, thank you!”

The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Postal Service, the Bethlehem Police Department, and the Northampton County District Attorney’s Office, and is being prosecuted by Deputy United States Attorney Louis D. Lappen.

An indictment, information, or criminal complaint is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

The Department of Justice is committed to combating elder fraud. The Department’s historic 2018 and 2019 Elder Fraud Sweeps collectively brought criminal and civil actions against more than 500 defendants responsible for defrauding more than $1.5 billion from at least 3 million victims.

The Department of Justice also provides a variety of resources relating to elder fraud victimization through its Office of Victims of Crime (OVC), which has announced a new competitive solicitation addressing enhanced multidisciplinary teams for older victims of abuse and financial exploitation (up to $375,000 each) and funding for a National Multidisciplinary Team Technical Assistance Center (for up to $3 million), which will help facilitate the expansion of elder abuse case review across the nation. The deadline is July 7, 2019.

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Shenandoah Man Pleads Guilty to Heroin Trafficking

June 14, 2019, 1:42 pm
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The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Anthony Navarro-Velez, age 33, of Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty on June 6, 2019, before Senior U.S. District Court Judge James M. Munley, to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute more than a kilogram of heroin.

According to United States Attorney David J. Freed, the defendant admitted to participating in the conspiracy during 2014 and 2015. Navarro-Velez admitted that he and others in the conspiracy distributed between one and three kilograms of heroin, which is approximately equivalent to between 40,000 and 120,000 retail bags of heroin.

Judge Munley ordered a pre-sentence investigation to be completed, and scheduled sentencing for September 9, 2019.

The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Pennsylvania State Police, and the Shenandoah Police. Assistant U.S. Attorney Francis P. Sempa is prosecuting the case.

This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. The Department of Justice reinvigorated PSN in 2017 as part of the Department’s renewed focus on targeting violent criminals, directing all U.S. Attorney’s Offices to work in partnership with federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement and the local community to develop effective, locally-based strategies to reduce violent crime.

This case was also brought as part of a district wide initiative to combat the nationwide epidemic regarding the use and distribution of heroin. Led by the United States Attorney’s Office, the Heroin Initiative targets heroin traffickers operating in the Middle District of Pennsylvania and is part of a coordinated effort among federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who commit heroin related offenses.

The maximum penalty under federal law for this offenses is life imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a fine. There is also a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years’ imprisonment. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the Judge is also required to consider and weigh a number of factors, including the nature, circumstances and seriousness of the offense; the history and characteristics of the defendant; and the need to punish the defendant, protect the public and provide for the defendant's educational, vocational and medical needs. For these reasons, the statutory maximum penalty for the offense is not an accurate indicator of the potential sentence for a specific defendant.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/14/19

June 15, 2019, 4:39 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/14/19
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Elmer “Pete” Waldick, 91, of Gordon, PA passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Shenandoah Manor Nursing Home, Shenandoah.
Born on May 28, 1928 in New Phila., Ohio the son of the late William and Mildred Waldick.
Elmer was a 20-year Veteran and retired from the Air Force after serving his country proudly and honorably. He was a member of Christ’s United Lutheran Church, Airport Rd, Ashland. He also was a member of the Gordon Gun Club, the American Legion, the Ashland Elks, and received a 50-year pin from the Masonic Lodge.
Elmer is survived by his wife of 70 years: Betty (Reese) Waldick of Gordon. Son: William Waldick of Gordon. Daughter: Sandra of Florida. Grandchildren: Shale, William Jr., and Azure. Sister-in-law: Beryl Stitzer of Gordon. Nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at the Christ’s United Lutheran Church, Airport Rd., Ashland with Pastor Laura Csellak officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Viewing 9:30-11:00 AM on Tuesday, June 18 at the Christ’s United Lutheran Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made the Christ’s United Lutheran Church, 437 Airport Rd. Ashland, PA 17921.
Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Heizenroth III, Supervisor.


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Ralph R. Reichert, 77, of Ponderosa Lane, Pine Grove, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2019 in the Hershey Medical Center.
Born on November 23, 1941 in Ravine, he was a son of the late Garfield and Bertha Zimmerman Reichert.
He was a 1959 graduate of Pine Grove High School and a member of St. Paul's Reformed Church, Ravine.
He was Sergeant in the Army having served with Co A 26th Sig Bn APO 154.
Ralph worked as a Capital Baker, was a Self Employed Contractor and most recently worked at the Parts Counter at Moyer's Car Care.
He was a member of Schuylkill Forest No. 50 Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Cressona Chapter #367 OES, Pine Grove Masonic Lodge No. 409 F & AM, worthy patron of the former Mary E. Moore Chapter #372 OES. He flew homing pigeons, was a Clown for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, loved hunting, fishing and watching his grandchildren play sports.
Preceding him in death were a granddaughter, Hannah LeVan, and a brother, Milton Reichert.
Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Lucille M. Herring Reichert; two sons, Ralph Jr. and wife Kim Reichert of Dillsburg, Shawn and wife Christine Reichert of Friedensburg; three daughters, Michelle and husband Daniel Nagle of Lake Wynonah, Melissa Allison and Tara and husband Kevin Brown, both of Pine Grove; 12 grandchildren, Michael, Samantha, Shane, Joshua, Tanner, McKenna, Bailey, Justin, Kimberly, Timothy, James and Kaitlyn; 8 great grandchildren, Jacob, Kaleb, Calla, Caden, McKenzie, Chase, Willow and Zoey; two brothers, Garfield Reichert of Jonestown, Dale and wife Ann Reichert of Pine Grove.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, with Pastor Richard Hoffman officiating. There will be a viewing on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 from 9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, MDA Allentown, 2132 South 12th Street, Suite 101, Allentown, Pa. 18103 in his memory. Forms are available at the Funeral Home for donations.
You may send condolences to the family online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com.

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Runners Participate in 5K Through Ringtown Valley

June 16, 2019, 12:52 pm
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On Saturday,  the Ringtown Recreation Committee held their 12th Annual Ringtown Loop 5K/Youth Fun Run.


The event is the committee biggest fundraiser of the year with proceeds going directly to the care, upkeep and maintenance of our recreation complex.

The Youth Fun Run began at 9:00am and was an untimed, wheel measured, 1 mile run.  The run did not crown a winner but each of the participants received a t-shirt and a medal.

The 5K is a 3.1 Mile course that started on Breisch Road near the park. 

The course through the Ringtown Valley went up Zion Grove Road to Aristes Road to Little Mountain Road, to Bridge Street, down Main Street and back to Zion Grove Road to the park.

The overall male and female winners were awarded Oakley Sunglasses, courtesy of EyeCare Optical.  The overall race and male winner was Cole Streisel and the overall female winner was Ryley Schwalm.

Awards were also presented for each age group to:

Female (15-19)
  • Chloe Stravinsky
Female (20-29)
  • Sara Osilka
Female (30-39)
  • Melissa Wentz
  • Amanda Pavalko
Female (40-49)
  • Kelly Trabosh
  • Taya Savitsky
Female (50-59)
  • Karen Scheeler
  • Ann Brown
Female (60-69)
  • Kathy Eckrote
Male (14 & Under)
  • Hunter Grohol
  • Caleb Woods
Male (15-19)
  • Randy Hoats
  • Devon Greiner
Male (20-29)
  • Willie Striesel
  • Justin Skavery
Male (30-39)
  • Brian Good
  • Ben Hale
Male (40-49)
  • Christopher Zelonis
  • Gicippo Russo
Male (50-59)
  • Bob Laubach
  • Brian Kramer
Male (60-69)
  • Ronald Brown
  • David Holmes
Male 70 +
  • Terry Derk
  • Robert Baber
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/16/19

June 16, 2019, 12:58 pm
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/16/19

Sunday Night - Scattered Storms - Low in the Lower 60's

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Monday - Some Sun, Chance for Storms in the Afternoon - High in the Mid 70's
Monday Night - Thunderstorms - High in the Mid 60's

Tuesday - Clouds, Sun, Showers, and Storms - High in the Mid 70's
Tuesday Night - Cloudy with Storms - Low in the Mid 60's

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Wednesday - Clouds and Sun, Showers and Storms - High in the Mid 70's
Thursday - Cloudy with Storms - High in the Upper 70's
Friday - Sunny - High in the Mid 70's
Saturday - Clouds and Sun, Showers Late - Hight in the Mid 70's

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/16/19

June 17, 2019, 4:04 am
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Jean E. Ellex, 92, of Tamaqua, PA died on Sunday, June 16, 2019 in Orwigsburg, PA. She was the wife of the late Albert Ellis to whom she was married 68 years at the time of his death on April 22, 2017.

Born in Tamaqua on July 2, 1926, Jean was the daughter of the late John and Mary (nee Scheitrum) Ferry. A 1944 graduate of the former St. Jerome High School, Tamaqua, she worked for Bell Telephone Company in Tamaqua for several years as a dial operator. Jean was a member of The Parish of St. John XXIII. A loving mother and woman of deep faith, she is home now with her Lord and our dad in eternal joy. Love you Mom, thanks for everything.

Jean is survived by sons, Gary Ellex of Tamaqua and Brian Ellex and his wife Taffy of Gainsville, Georgia; daughter, Donna Benninger of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; grandchildren, Stephen Ellex, Corinne Benninger, Lori Ann Jacobs, and Tina Ellex Little; great grandchildren, Brandon Jacobs, Brody Jacobs, Lauryn Jacobs, Avery Little, and Hudson Little; and nephews, John Ferry and Thomas Ferry.

Her brother, Jack Ferry, predeceased her.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Friday, June 21, 2019 in St. John XXIII Catholic Church, 307 Pine Street, Tamaqua. Call 9-10:30 AM on Friday at the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua.

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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Dolores Orlik, 80, of Penn Street, Tamaqua, PA died on Sunday, June 16, 2019 in Coaldale, PA. She was the wife of Joseph Orlik to whom she was married 58 years.

Born in Pottsville, PA on October 17, 1938, Dolores was the daughter of the late Michael and Julia (nee Burcin) Zupko. She was a 1956 graduate of Tamaqua High School and a member of The Parish of St. John XXIII, Tamaqua.

In addition to her husband Joseph, she is survived by a son, David Orlik and his wife, Jan of Cambridge, Maryland; grandson, Jon Orlik and his fiancée, Ashley and her children, Abby and Emmit; step grandchildren, Jeff Collura and Jac Collura; and step great grandchild, Alex Collura.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 AM on Thursday, June 20, 2019 in St. John XXIII Catholic Church, 307 Pine Street, Tamaqua with interment in Sky View Memorial Park, Hometown, PA to follow. No calling hours.

Online condolences may be made at www.zgfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are being handled by the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 500 Broad Street, Tamaqua.

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Alberta Firestine, 75, of Minersville, passed away on Friday at Geisinger Medical Center.

Born in Minersville, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Helen Evans Kroznuskie. She attended Minersville schools; and was employed in the local garment industry.

Preceding her in death were three siblings, Elizabeth Vuksta, Dolores Latanishen and George Kroznuskie.

Bert is survived by two sons, Albert Firestine (spouse, Kim), Minersville, and Michael Firestine, Minersville; four grandchildren, Ashley Firestine, Matthew Firestine (spouse, Samantha), Corrine Firestine and Brandon Firestine; an anticipated great grandchild. She is also survived by four siblings, Helen Reed, New Philadelphia, Marie “Charmaine” Miller, Minersville, Irene Shirk, Fredericksburg and Albert Kroznuskie, Llewellyn; nieces and nephews.

Services and interment are private.

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Anthony J. Hudec, Jr., 71, of Duncott, Cass Township, passed away on Friday at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, Allentown.

Born in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Anthony and Marie Jefferson Hudec. He attended Cass Township schools and was a 1965 graduate of Nativity B.V.M. High School. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. He first worked for Reading Anthracite and J.B. Electric, Minersville. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 2013.

He was a member of the former Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Minersville. He was also a life member of the Independent Hose Company, Minersville, and a member of South Cass Citizens Fire Company.

He was preceded in death by a niece, Jessica Polgar, in 2014.

Tony is survived by a daughter, Heather Philips, Lake Wynonah; two granddaughters, Shannon and Sonia Philips; two sisters, Marineitta Glancy (spouse, Jonathan), Orlando, and Mia Boldish (spouse, Dr. David Boldish), Honesdale.

Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Sunday, July 7, from 6:00 P.M. at Dutcavich Funeral Home, 200 Sunbury Street, Minersville. Interment will be in St. Vincent de Paul #2 Cemetery, Branch Township. The family prefers donations to Minersville Fire Rescue, 511 Sunbury St, Minersville, PA 17954, or to South Cass Citizen's Fire Company, 15 High Rd, Pottsville, PA 17901.

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Thomas A. Schronick, 64, of Shenandoah, formerly of Centralia, passed away peacefully at his residence January 31, 2019.

Born in Shamokin, he was a son of the late Thomas R. and Catherine (Horne) Schronick.

He attended Mount Carmel Area High School.

Mr. Schronick served his country in the Vietnam War. Upon being discharged, he moved to Minnesota and lived there for more than 30 years and was employed as a welder. Tom enjoyed riding his motorcycle. He returned to the coal region in March 2008 where he enjoyed playing video games and his pet cat, Tabby.

Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, were his sister, Carol Ann Van Cleave.

Surviving are his caregiver of 10 years, his sister, Catherine Mackalonis and her husband, Eugene A., of Shenandoah; his son, Christopher, of Minnesota; one grandchild; and a special niece, Jaelynn Borzok and her husband, Brandon, of Frackville.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service with military honors at 10 a.m. Friday, June 21, in Our Lady of Fatima Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights, with the Rev. Mindy Heppe officiating.

Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 S. Jardin St., Shenandoah, is in charge of the arrangements.

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WEATHER ALERT: Flash Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

June 17, 2019, 4:25 am
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FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in State College has issued a

* Flash Flood Watch for a portion of central Pennsylvania, including the following areas, Adams, Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Clearfield, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon,
Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Northern Centre, Northumberland, Perry, Schuylkill, Snyder, Somerset, Southern Centre, Union, and York.

* From 2 PM EDT this afternoon through late Tuesday night

* A nearly stationary front will shift north and south over the state this week. This will keep showers and thunderstorms in the forecast. The focus for the heaviest rainfall for today through Tuesday night will be over the southern half of the state. Torrential rainfall is possible from any of the thunderstorms.

The repeated, heavy rainfall could be enough to cause flash flooding.

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Woman Wanted in Florida Taken into Custody in Shenandoah

June 17, 2019, 5:58 am
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A woman who was wanted in Florida was taken into custody last month in Shenandoah.

According to Shenandoah Police, on Thursday, May 30, 2019, around 10:30pm, Officers Adam Sajone and William Moyer were dispatched to the 300 Block of West Centre Street for a disturbance called in by Jill Kostowskie involving her boyfriend.

An investigation led to the finding that Kostowskie had a warrant for her arrest from Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Florida, for felony Grand Theft.

Kostowskie was charged with being a fugitive from justice and arraigned by Magisterial District Judge James Reily who set bail at $50,000 straight cash and committed to Schuylkill County Prison to later be extradited to Florida.


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Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County This Week

June 17, 2019, 7:10 am
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Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County This Week
(06/17/19 through 06/21/19)


Butler and New Castle Townships
Road name: Interstate 81
Between: Highridge Park Road (Exit 119) and PA 61 (Exit 124)
Type of work: Construction
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: 24 Hours
Restriction: Lane restriction northbound 7 PM Friday through 12 PM Friday.
Lane restriction southbound from 10 PM Sunday to 10 Thursday.
Expect delays and use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/16/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 PM To 12:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes

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Frailey Township
Road name: Interstate 81 North
Between: Exit 107 (US 209) and Exit 112 (PA 25)
Type of work: Construction
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Sporadic
Restriction: Lane restriction. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/20/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 06:00 AM To 06:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes

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Ryan Township / Schuylkill Township
Road name: Brockton Mountain Drive
Between: Burma Road and US 209
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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North Union Township
Road name: Red Ridge Road
Between: Ringtown Road and Nuremberg
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Mahanoy / Kline / Delano Townships
Road name: Interstate 81
Between: Exit 124 (PA 61) and Luzerne County Line
Type of work: Sweeping
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction both directions.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Rush Township
Road name: Fairview Street
Between: PA 54 and PA 309
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Anticipate delays and use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Pine Grove Township
Road name: PA 501 (Bethel Road)
Between: Berks County Line and PA 895
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Use caution while driving.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/20/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Rush Township
Road name: Lincoln Drive
Between: PA 54 and PA 309
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Expect delays and use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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South and North Manheim Twps.
Road name: PA 61
Between: Molino and Borough of St. Clair
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane closures. Use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Frailey Township
Road name: US 209
Between: Ranine and Ravine
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane closures. Use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update: Flushing Bearings

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Schuylkill / Ryan Twps.
Road name: Brockton Mountain Road / Moss Glen Road
Between: PA 209 and Burma Road
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane closures and flagging. Use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/17/19
Est completion date: 6/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update: Mechanical Patching

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Shenandoah Police Take Man into Custody After Attempting to Flee; Also Wanted on Warrant

June 17, 2019, 7:26 am
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Shenandoah Police officers took a man into custody early Monday morning after he attempted to flee and also was wanted on an arrest warrant.


According to Shenandoah Police Chief George Carado, in the early morning hours of Monday, June 17, 2019 around 2:00am, Officers William Moyer and Adam Sajone were dispatched to Turkey Hill to respond for a male lying on the ground.

Police responded and woke the male and found him to be intoxicated.

The male did not possess identification but provided several different names and dates-of-birth.

After several unsuccessful attempts to confirm his identity Officers were in the process of taking him into custody when he ran. Police were able to arrest the male and take him to the Pennsylvania State Police barracks in Frackville where he was fingerprinted.

He was identified as Thomas Seward, 38, of Shenandoah.

Seward was found to be wanted on an arrest warrant for Burglary from Philadelphia.

Two criminal complaints were completed, charging Seward with Fugitive from Justice from Philadelphia, as well as the new charges of Flight to avoid apprehension, False identification to law enforcement, resisting arrest, possession of controlled substances, Possession of drug paraphernalia, and public drunkenness.

Seward was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Anthony Kilker and placed in Schuylkill County Prison, unable to post $25,000.00 cash bail for each Criminal Complaint.

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