Wayne Haller
Feb 23, 2026
Wayne (Smoke) Haller, 61 of Schuylkill Haven, passed away unexpectedly on February 23, 2026.
Born August 15, 1964 In Pottsville, he was the son of the late George and Marguerite Haller. He attended Blue Mountain Schools. He devoted several years of work to Northeast Prestressed Products, LLC in Cressona.
Smoke was known as the family MacGyver; if he couldn’t fix it, it...
Robert Thompson
Feb 23, 2026
Robert Thompson, 83, of Pottsville, died on February 23rd, surrounded by loving family.
He was born in Pottsville in 1942 to John and Doris Thompson.
Robert attended Pottsville High School before joining the Army and serving in Vietnam.
He spent his entire career as a professional roofer, spanning over 55 years.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sheila, his partner of 55 devoted...
Bruce Wolff
Feb 9, 2026
Bruce D. Wolff, 75, of Tremont, passed away on Sunday Feb. 9th at home surrounded by family.
Bruce was born in Tremont PA on September 26th, 1950.
He was the son of the late Ernest Wolff Sr. and Naomi (Seitz) Wolff.
He was the husband of Sherry A. (Donton) Wolff.
In addition to his parents, Bruce is also preceeded in death by Ernest Wolff...
Patrick T. McMahon
Aug 28, 2025
Patrick T. McMahon, 60, Schuylkill Haven, passed away Thursday, August 28th, at home.
Patrick was born in Johnson City, NY on March 31, 1965, a son of the late Frank T. & Doris T. (King) McMahon.
He was the husband of Mary Kathleen McMahon.
Patrick is survived by two children: Hope E. (McMahon) Mojtabaei, wife of Jordan, Emmitsburg, MD, & Ryan P. McMahon,...
William M. Gavalis
Aug 21, 2025
William M. Gavalis, 64, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Thursday, August 21st, at Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital, Orwigsburg.
Willie was born in Pottsville on February 14, 1961, a son of the late Joanna (Schultz) Colihan.
Willie was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by four siblings: Michael Dissinger, husband of Melissa, Patricia Foltin, partner of Joe Schoffstall,...
Theodore G. Starinsky
Jul 19, 2025
Theodore G. Starinsky, 70, of Pottsville, passed away Saturday, July 19th, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Schuylkill, E. Norwegian St. Born in Pottsville on January 21, 1955, he was the son of the late Julia (Butcavage) and Theodore Starinsky. He was the husband of Barbara (Brobst) Starinsky. Bud enjoyed camping, fishing, riding motorcycles, and playing guitar. In addition to his...
Dean S. Kline
Jul 12, 2025
Dean S. Kline, 64, of Sheppton, PA, passed away at home on July 12, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Elsie Jenks, step-father, Jim Jenks, and his great-grandmother, Dorothy Trumbauer.
Dean loved his family fiercely. He is survived by his beloved wife, Diane (Dorse) Kline, only son, Brad Kline, youngest daughter, Melissa Kline, and eldest daughter, Melony Kline. He...
Diane Marie Forster
Jul 5, 2025
Diane Marie Forster, 58, of Orwigsburg, passed away Saturday, July 5th, at home.
Diane was born in Pottsville on March 7, 1967, a daughter of Richard Gerber & the late Ruth A. (Morgan) Gerber.
She was the loving wife of Gary P. Forster.
Diane was a wonderful homemaker and had worked in the home healthcare and long-term care fields as a CNA.
In addition...
Kevin John Gordon
Jul 3, 2025
Kevin John Gordon, 40, of Berwick passed away Thursday, July 3rd.
Kevin was born in Reading on May 9, 1985, a son of Dolores Marie (Tebin) Gordon, of Wyomissing and Richard David Gordon, husband of Delretta J. Gordon, of Auburn.
Following high school graduation, Kevin served in the U.S. Army as a SPC.
He was last employed by Walmart Distribution Center.
In addition to...
Daniel Albert Brooks
Jun 3, 2025
Daniel Albert Brooks, 60, of Hamburg, passed away Tuesday, June 3rd, at ManorCare, Pottsville.
Daniel was born in Canton, OH on January 13, 1965, a son of the late Harriet (Kingsbury) and William Brooks.
Dale M. Maino
May 31, 2025
Dale Marino, 66, of Minersville, passed away Saturday, May 31, at home. Dale was born in Camden, NJ, April 26th.
Debbie Lynn Stollar
May 16, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Debbie Lynn Stollar, after fighting cancer with extraordinary courage and strength.
Born and raised in New Jersey, Debbie had a deep love for the outdoors. She found joy in fishing, camping, and especially spending time by the ocean. A passionate and talented crafter, she was always...
Dawn Marie Fegley
May 15, 2025
Dawn Marie Fegley, 64, of Mount Carmel, passed away peacefully in her home in Northumberland county. Dawn was born in Sunbury, PA on April 16, 1961, a daughter of the late Daphne (Schaffer) and Paul L. Hassinger, Sr.
Lisa Ann (Rutman) Rodriguez
May 13, 2025
Lisa Ann Rodriguez, 60, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Tuesday, May 13th.
Lisa was born in Allentown on May 4, 1965. She was a daughter of the late Howard Rutman & Rose (Morgan) Laxar.
She was the loving wife of Angelo M Rodriguez.
In addition to her husband, she is also survived by...
Barbara Ann Hoehn
May 9, 2025
ONE SOLITARY LIFE ONE ORDINARY LIFE ONE LIFE BEATEN AND WORN YET BECAUSE OF THIS SOLITARY ORDINARY LIFE MANY OTHER LIVES WHERE GIVEN BECAUSE OF HER CHILDREN: 2 BEAUTIFUL GIRLS NOT PERFECT AS NONE OF US CAN BE YET LOVING AND KIND 7 GRANDCHILDREN BECAUSE SHE EXISTED SO THIS: SOLITARY ORDINARY LIFE WAS QUITE EXTRODINARY WE ALL WHO KNEW...
Clifford Johnson
May 7, 2025
Clifford Johnson, 61, of 299 Maple St Montrose, PApassed away Wednesday, May 7th, at Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital, Orwisburg, Schuylkill County.
Clifford was born in Carbondale, PA on February 18, 1964, a son of the late Unknown and Clifford Johnson, Sr.
Scott Nevin Hoff
May 7, 2025
Scott Nevin Hoff, 63, passed away Wednesday, May 7th, at his home in Pottsville.
Steven Jett Strause
May 6, 2025
Steven Strause, 63, of Landingville, passed away Tuesday, May 6th, at Laurel Center in Hamburg.
Steven Jett Strause
May 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Jett Strause, who left us on May 6, 2025 at the age of 63. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, he will be remembered for his quiet strength, warm heart, and the deep love he had for his family and the outdoors.
Born in...
Charlene K. Zarko
May 5, 2025
Charlene K. Zarko, 78, of Mount Carmel, passed away Saturday, April 26th, at Geisinger Medical Center Danville.
