RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR Lake ariel, Scranton, and surrounding Areas in pennsylvania
Andrew A. Kettel, Jr.
Jun 2, 2026
Andrew A. Kettel, Jr., 76, of Clarks Summit, passed away Tuesday morning at Marywood Heights following a long illness surrounded by the love of family, leaving behind a legacy defined by service, kindness, and unwavering dedication to his family and community. His wife of 52 years is the former Judith Sartor.
Born in Scranton, son of the late Andrew A. and...
Roberta Lynn "Bert" Tighe
May 23, 2026
Roberta Lynn Tighe, 66 of Lake Ariel, joined our Lord on Saturday, May 23, 2026 with her devoted husband, Joe, by her side.
She was born in Scranton and was the daughter of the late Robert Joseph and Joan Marilyn Farley Wolf. She was educated at Abington Heights High School, and was a graduate of the class of 1978. Following graduation,...
William "Jack" Braxton
May 20, 2026
William "Jack" Braxton, 76, of Wallenpaupack Lake Estates, passed away on Wednesday, May 20th at Wayne Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. His wife of 52 years, the former Elizabeth "Liz" Kloss passed away in 2024.
Born in Orange, VA, he was the son of the late Clifton and Florence Long - Braxton. Prior to retirement, he owned and operated Braxton...
Frederick James Schaller
May 17, 2026
Frederick J. Schaller, 93, of Scranton, passed away on Sunday, May 17th at the Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit in Dunmore. His wife of 39 years is the former Helen Zabriskie.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Frederick and Jean Prime - Schaller. Prior to retirement, Fred was a Metal Mechanic for Pan American...
Gary Lee Malcolm, Sr.
May 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Gary Lee Malcolm, Sr.
November 5, 1954 – May 17, 2026
Gary didn’t want a fuss, but he certainly earned one.
A master mason and a "Master of his Domain," Gary spent his life building, whether it was his legendary garage complex or the spirits of those who sought his advice. He believed nothing was ever truly "totaled" if...
Carl J. Rose
May 17, 2026
Carl J. Rose, 59, of Lake Ariel, passed away on Sunday, May 17th at home.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of Carl and Marion Swingle - Rose of Lake Ariel. He was a graduate of Western Wayne High School Class of 1984. He was employed by R.R. Wilmot, Hamlin.
Also surviving are his daughters Makayla Rose and her companion Tyler...
Kenneth "Ken" Kellar
May 16, 2026
Kenneth Michael Kellar "Ken," 67, of Hamlin passed away May 16th 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by his family.
Born in Ewing, New Jersey in 1959 and moved to Hamlin, in 1992 where he resided until his death. Ken's passion for the road included operating a tow truck early in his career in Ewing, New Jersey then when moving to Pennsylvania...
Joseph "Papa Joe" Krompasky
May 14, 2026
Joseph "Papa Joe" Krompasky, a lifelong resident of Hamlin and its' unofficial Mayor, passed away early Thursday morning in the Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit, Dunmore, after an illness. His wife is the former Lois Mott. The couple would have been married 55 years on August 14th of this year.
Joe was born August 18, 1946 in Scranton and...
Marsden "Mars" Smith
May 13, 2026
Marsden "Mars" Raymond Smith, 79, of Tigard, OR, passed away on May 13, 2026, after a courageous six-month battle with glioblastoma.
Please join us to share stories, memories, and to celebrate Marsden's life:
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Nordic Northwest at Nordia House 8800 SW Oleson Road Portland, OR 97223
Come ready to celebrate a life that was lived...
Rosemary Ostrelich
May 13, 2026
Rosemary Ostrelich, 67, a resident of Waymart, passed away on May 13, 2026 after an illness.
Her husband was the late John Ostrelich.
Born in Meshoppen, PA on June 20, 1958 to the late Fred Barlow and Dorothy Wroblewski Barlow, she earned a Masters Degree in Accounting before a successful career in finance. She had been employed by the accounting firm...
Jeffrey W. Loscig
May 11, 2026
Jeffrey W. Loscig, 57, of Lake Ariel, died peacefully Monday morning at home, surrounded by family, following an illness. His loving wife of 35 years is the former Linda Williams.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Gerald and Joan (Swingle) Loscig. He was a graduate of Western Wayne High School Class of 1987 before continuing his education...
Robert Charles McGrath
May 3, 2026
Robert Charles McGrath of Palm Springs, California, formerly of Scranton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026 in California.
Born February 13, 1946 in Scranton, he was the son of T. Burke McGrath and Clare Harding McGrath. He attended George Washington and St Mary’s of Mt. Carmel grade schools in Dunmore. Bob graduated from Scranton Preparatory School in 1964, where...
Edward J. Lynett, Jr.
May 3, 2026
Edward James Lynett, Jr. passed away on Sunday, May 3rd, surrounded by his family. His wife is the former Lynda Mulligan. The couple would have celebrated sixty years of marriage in November.
Born in Scranton, son of the late Edward J. and Jean O’Hara Lynett, he was a graduate of the University of Scranton. In 1966 at the age of 24...
Karen Lee Kossack
May 3, 2026
Karen Lee Kossack, 58, of Lake Ariel, PA, passed away on May 3, 2026.
Born on December 1, 1967, in Mineola, NY, she lived a life filled with love and creativity. Karen dedicated many years to the restaurant industry, a testament to her passion for food and service.
Karen is survived by her devoted spouse, Rich Kossack; her son, Paul Kossack and...
Valentina Neveleva
Apr 29, 2026
Valentina Neveleva, nee Putilova, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and matriarch, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at the age of 100 years and six months. She was born on October 12, 1925, in Siberia, Soviet Russia, beginning a life journey that spanned a century of profound historical change and extraordinary personal resilience.
Her early life was marked by tremendous hardship...
Anne C. McCormick
Apr 26, 2026
Anne Elizabeth (Carroll) McCormick, 93, of Scranton, died peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Linwood Nursing and Rehab surrounded by her children. She was the beloved wife of John M. McCormick, who preceded her in death on October 2, 2020. They were married 64 years.
Born in Carbondale, PA, Anne was the daughter of the late Gerard and Hortense (Clune)...
Michael John Vanston
Apr 24, 2026
Michael John "Scooby" Vanston, 61, of Archbald, passed away suddenly on April 24, 2026 at home.
Michael was born October 4, 1964 in Dickson city to Mary nee Kane Vanston and her husband the late Eugene L. Vanston. Michael attended Mid Valley High School, class of 1982. He then continued his education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Penn State for...
Eugene D. Bacorn
Apr 24, 2026
Eugene D. Bacorn, 87, of Scranton passed away peacefully Friday at Allied Skilled Nursing and Hospice.
Born November 5th, 1938 in Scranton, Gene was the eldest son of the late Eugene and Helen Selgrade Bacorn, and was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. He was a United States Air Force veteran and part of the strategic air command serving from...
Mary Catherine Fitzpatrick
Apr 23, 2026
Mary Fitzpatrick, 85, passed away on April 23, 2026, in Lancaster, PA. Her husband was the late Michael Fitzpatrick who passed away in 2020. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas More Church, Lake Ariel at 10AM on Friday, May 1. Interment to follow at Saint Mary Cemetery, Ledgedale. Friends may call from 9AM util 9:45AM...
Linda C. Philbin
Apr 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Philbin, beloved wife, mother, Grammy, sister, aunt, and friend, of Lancaster, PA.
Those who knew Linda knew a woman of extraordinary resilience and even greater joy. She faced significant health challenges throughout her life and faced more hardship than anyone should bear - yet she met each setback with...
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