RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR Lake ariel, Scranton, and surrounding Areas in pennsylvania
Joann Moore Hicks
Nov 5, 2026
Joann Moore Hicks, 56, Dunmore passed away peacefully Thursday, November 5 in the Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit, Dunmore with her family by her side.
Joann was born June 14, 1970 in Scranton and was the daughter of the late Walter D and Jean Ann Santoli Moore. She was a graduate of Scranton Central High School and upon graduation...
Shantilal Nagardas Patel
Nov 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Shantilal Nagardas Patel
March 14, 1935 - November 5, 2026
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Shantilal Nagardas Patel, who departed this world on November 5, 2026, at the age of 91, in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Originally from Vasandas Ni Khadki, Zarola, Gujarat, India, Shantilal lived a long and meaningful life filled...
Annette "Toni" Mary Mula
Oct 31, 2026
Annette "Toni" Mula, , of Wallenpaupack Lake Estates, died Saturday morning at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton, following an illness. Her husband of 57 years, Jiovannino "John" Mula died in 2020.
Born in Whitestone, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and Dolores Paul - Contartesi. She attended Island Trees High School in Seaford, NY . Prior to retirement,...
Lee Harold Houser, Jr.
Oct 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Lee H. Houser, Jr.
A Beloved Partner, Family Member, Friend, and a Man Who Made a Difference
It is with profound sadness that we remember and honor Lee H. Houser, Jr., whose life touched many people through his love, devotion, hard work, and generous heart. He was a loved one, a significant other, a family member, and a...
William J. "Willie" Prindle
Oct 29, 2026
William J. “Willie” Prindle
September 6, 1957 – February 9, 2025
William J. “Willie” Prindle, 67, passed away on February 9, 2025, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, countless friendships, and a legacy of laughter, love, and joy.
Born on September 6, 1957, Willie spent his early years at the Merna Owens Home in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, where he lived from 1957...
Esther M. Kizer
Oct 26, 2026
Esther M. Kizer, 90, of Lake Ariel, passed away Monday, October 26th at Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit, surrounded by her family. Her husband of 44 years, Joseph W. Kizer, Jr., passed away in 1999.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Nellie Sheerer - Beavers. She was a lifelong member of the former...
John "Jack" Lamberton
Oct 25, 2026
John "Jack" Lamberton, 78, of South Canaan, passed away on Sunday, October 25th at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania following a brief illness. His wife of 51 years is the former Paula Rosetti.
Born in Honesdale, he was the son of the late Robert H. and Ruth Emery - Lamberton. He was a graduate of Waymart High School and...
Marlene Yedinak
Oct 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of Marlene Yedinak
Marlene Yedinak, age 86, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Known for her gentle spirit, steady kindness, and unwavering devotion to those she cared for, Marlene lived a life defined by compassion, humility, and quiet strength. Even as she bravely faced the challenges of Alzheimer's in her...
Robert Raymond Bowen, Jr.
Oct 17, 2026
Robert Raymond Bowen Jr., 72, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away on October 17, 2026. Born on January 3, 1954, in Cortland, New York, Bob grew up in Maine, New York, and graduated from Maine-Endwell High School in 1973. During his senior year, he wore number 22 as a dedicated member of the Maine-Endwell...
Lucille Johnston
Oct 6, 2026
Lucille Johnston, 100, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at the Green Ridge Care Center. She was the wife of Walter Johnston for 40 years until his passing on December 18, 1987.
Born at home on November 12, 1925, she was the daughter of Edward and Jessie Hill Peters of Scranton. She resided in West Scranton for most of her...
Mary Alberta Hailstone
Oct 6, 2026
Mary Alberta Hailstone died at home Tuesday October 6, 2026 under the care of Hospice of the Sacred Heart and her husband of 60 years, Andrew Hailstone. She was 85 years old.Mary was raised in Minooka by sisters Mary and Alyce Diskin. She is a 1959 graduate of the Central High School and graduated from Marywood in 1963. Mary began...
William "Billy" Braxton
Oct 3, 2026
William "Billy" Braxton, born on March 6, 1989, in Newton, New Jersey, passed away on October 3, 2026, at the age of 37 after a battle with cancer.
Billy was raised in Dingmans Ferry PA, and graduated from Delaware Valley High School class of 2008. He resided in Beach Lake, Pennsylvania, where he was well-known for his dedication to his work...
John J. Heuberger
Sep 29, 2026
John J. Heuberger (Poppi) (Heuy) passed away September 29th peacefully at home with his loving family by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents Katherine and John Heuberger and brother Joseph Heuberger of New York. He was the loving husband of 53 years to Janet Graham Heuberger (Mooma). He enjoyed vacationing, especially to the islands where he...
Arthur Corvino, Sr.
Sep 29, 2026
Arthur Corvino, Sr., beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away in the early morning hours of September 29, 2026 in the Good Samaritan University Hospital, West Islip, NY after an illness. His wife was the former Catherine "Kitty" Inzerillo Corvino.
Arthur was born August 13, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York, and was the son of the late Salvatore and Carmella Notaro...
Ronald E. Walton, Sr.
Sep 25, 2026
Ronald E. Walton, 87, of Hollisterville, passed away on Friday, September 25th at home, surrounded by his family. His wife is the former Doris Parry.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Ephriam and Dorothy Cavill - Walton. He attended the Jefferson School until his senior year when he attended and graduated from Lake Consolidated School. Prior to...
Ernest J. Miller
Sep 18, 2026
Ernest J. Miller, of South Canaan, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 18, 2026.
Ernest was born on January 3, 1937, in the family home in South Canaan. He was the son of the late Jesse and Mary Emery Miller. He was a lifelong and devoted member and former deacon of Canaan Bible Chapel.
Ernest honorably served...
Atty. Joseph A. O'Brien
Sep 14, 2026
Attorney Joseph A. O’Brien, Scranton, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 14, 2026 while surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Barbara Scanlon O’Brien.
Born in Gainesville, Florida, he was the eldest of five children of the late Atty. James Edward O’Brien and Mary Athy O’Brien. He was raised in Dunmore and was educated at...
Brian Sullivan
Sep 10, 2026
Brian Sullivan, The Hideout, Lake Ariel, passed away September 10 at his home surrounded by his family.
Brian was born Sept 12, 1949 in Brooklyn, New York and he was the son of the late Francis and Adeline Palmer Sullivan. He was educated in New York Schools and was a graduate of Midwood High School in Brooklyn. He served honorably in...
Frances P. Kingsley
Sep 3, 2026
Frances P Kingsley, Lake Ariel, passed away Thursday evening in the Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit with her family by her side.
She is survived by her husband of 44 years Robert D. Kingsley, Jr.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Hopkins Wedlock. She was a graduate of the former West Scranton Catholic...
Mark E. Durdach
Aug 31, 2026
Mark E. Durdach, 69, of Greentown, peacefully entered into eternal life while surrounded by his children on Monday, August 31 at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. Born in Scranton, PA, he was the son of the late Edward and Mary Durdach.
He was a graduate of Dunmore High School and the Pennsylvania State University. He was a student athlete in...
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