RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR Lake ariel, Scranton, and surrounding Areas in pennsylvania
Arthur Carrington "Bud" Newton
Dec 1, 2025
Arthur Carrington "Bud" Newton, Dallas, formerly of Scranton, went home to the Lord Monday afternoon in the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center after an illness. His wife was the former Karen Rozelle who passed away in 2020. At the time of her passing the couple had been married 58 years.
Bud was born 1943 in Darby, PA., he was the son...
Mary Jane Sheridan
Nov 28, 2025
Mary Jane Sheridan, Clarks Summit, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon at her home surrounded by her family. Her husband of 52 years is Patrick J. Sheridan. Her greatest joy came from caring for her family, to whom she gave unwavering love, support, and guidance. She was a devoted mother, wife, sister, friend, and "Mimi" to her grandchildren.
Born March 12,...
Melvin Alton Altemier
Nov 24, 2025
Melvin Alton Altemier, born on May 22, 1952, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, due to natural causes. His loving wife was the Carol (Devine) Altemier
Melvin was the youngest beloved son of the late Peter Altemier and Mary (Dovin) Altemier. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Eugene and Kenneth Altemier.
A dedicated CNC operator in the Tool...
Doris L. Chase
Nov 20, 2025
Doris L. Chase passed away at the age of 102 at Waterview Pointe, Marietta. She was born in Scranton, PA on October 13,1923 to the late Robert and Susan Shafer. She was married to the late Elmer F. Chase.
She is survived by two sons, Robert W. Chase of Marietta (Carol A. Chase) and David E. Chase of Eynon (the late...
Edmund Cunard, Jr.
Nov 20, 2025
Edmund Cunard, Jr, 79 of Scranton, passed away on Thursday, November 20th at the Gino J. Merli Veterans Center, following an illness. He was "Butch" to family and friends (and, sometimes, to his chagrin), and Eddie (or "Fast Eddie") to others.
Born in Pittston, Pa, he was the son of the late Edmund J. and Thelma (McDonald) Cunard. After spending three...
Elaine P. Stevens
Nov 19, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mom & Grandmother Elaine Stevens 78, who died peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 19th after a courageous battle with kidney disease. Born on May 22, 1947, Elaine was raised in Lake Ariel, Pa, the youngest child of the late Stewart & Anna Mae Chapman.
Elaine's...
Melanie Dianne Naro
Nov 15, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter and sister, Melanie Dianne Naro, who died peacefully at home on Saturday, November 15th. Born on June 2, 1966, Melanie was raised in the "Hill" section of Dunmore, the middle child of Angelo Naro, Sr. and the late Elizabeth Dutko.
A gifted student, Melanie graduated third in...
Bill Don Hickson, Sr.
Nov 14, 2025
Bill Don Hickson, Sr, age 75, of Archbald, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 14, 2025.
He is survived by his two daughters, Samantha and Frankie, as well as by four half-brothers - Don Jr., Floyd, Doug, and Larry -and two half-sisters, Debbie and Teresa. He was predeceased by his son Billy Jr., who passed away in 2009.
Additionally, he is survived by...
Arthur "Bud" Enslin
Nov 14, 2025
Arthur G. "Bud" Enslin, 77, of the Lake Ariel, PA area, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025. Born and raised in Lake Ariel, Arthur carried with him the values of hard work, dedication, and deep love for his family throughout his entire life.
Arthur was a true craftsman and spent his career in construction, taking pride in every project he...
Lois Warriner Morgan
Nov 12, 2025
On the evening of November 12, 2025, Lois Warriner Morgan, formerly of Dalton, passed into eternal life following a valiant and courageous battle with dementia. Born in Scranton on August 9, 1929, she was the daughter and only child of Paul S. and Clare L Warriner of Montrose PA. Her loving husband, Robert L. Morgan preceded her in death in...
Mabel Leshuk
Nov 11, 2025
Mabel Leshuk, 97, of Scranton, passed away Tuesday morning surrounded by her loving family. Her husband of 54 years, Steven Leshuk passed away in 2002.
Born in Manchester, NH, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Vasiliki Camberis - Stavrou. She was a graduate of Manchester Central High School Class of 1946.
Mabel was the epitome of class and grace....
Thomas J. "Tucker" Morgan
Nov 10, 2025
Thomas J. "Tucker" Morgan
November 10, 2025
Thomas J. Morgan, 94, of Scranton passed away peacefully with his family by his side.
Tucker, as he was affectionately known, is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Joan Morgan, his children, Thomas Jr and Mary Ellen Sabatella (Mark), grandchildren Amanda and Matthew Sabatella as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was the...
Charles A. Trimmer, Jr.
Oct 30, 2025
Charles Albert "Chuck" Trimmer, 76, of Dillsburg, Pennsylvania passed away on October 30th 2025. He was born in East Berlin on November 28, 1948 to Charles A. Trimmer Sr, and Mabel I. Bucher-Trimmer.
He was raised on a farm which was later sold to build the Community of Lake Meade. The family then moved to Kralltown and he continued school at...
Edward D. Pruss
Oct 30, 2025
Edward D. Pruss, 72, of Lake Ariel, passed away on October 30, 2025. He was the son of the late Edward J. and Eleanor A. Pruss. Edward was a graduate of Scranton Central High School and Penn State University, where he earned a degree in Animal Science. He worked as a Penn State Extension educator in Wayne County for over...
Joan Raniello
Oct 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joan Raniello, a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, caring sister, and a dear friend to many. Joan left this world peacefully on October 28, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born on December 28, 1942, in Hamilton, Ohio, Joan brought warmth and kindness wherever she went, ultimately settling in...
John Robert Nicholson
Oct 28, 2025
This week we said goodbye to a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and a loyal friend to many.
John Robert Nicholson was an outdoorsman at heart who loved spending time in the woods or on the water. He was a master carpenter who built and renovated countless homes over more than three decades in the industry. He was a barbecue master...
Yvette Gagnon
Oct 27, 2025
Yvette Gagnon, 100, of Scranton, passed away Monday afternoon at The Gardens of Green Ridge surrounded by her loving family. Her husband Raymond Gagnon, passed away in 1974.
Born in Blackstone, MA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Rose Choiniere - Aucoin. She attended Woonsocket Public Schools in Rhode Island and the Dexter Hanley College at the University...
Wendy L. Dwyer
Oct 25, 2025
Wendy L. Dwyer of Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at home. She was 73 years old.
Born in Trenton, NJ; She was raised in Avenel and resided in Howell; before moving to Lake Ariel 21 years ago.
She was a 1969 Graduate of Woodbridge High School.
Mrs. Dwyer was employed as a Bookkeeper with Doctor Ronald Runbinstein in...
David H. "Doobie" Cook, Sr.
Oct 22, 2025
David H. "Doobie" Cook, Sr., 72, of Lake Ariel, passed away on October 22, 2025 at Wayne Memorial Hospital after an illness.
Born April 16, 1953 to Harold Cook and Florence Cook (Nee Axworthy,) he was educated at Lake Consolidated School and was a mechanic for Doug Black's Garage.
David is survived by his children David H. Cook, Jr. and his wife...
Alexander Radkiewicz
Oct 22, 2025
Alexander Radkiewicz, 66, of Greentown, PA passed away at his home on October 22, 2025. Born in Trenton, NJ, Alex was the cherished son of the late Barbara Vetterl Radkiewicz Orlowski and late Alexander Radkiewicz. He is survived by his loving daughter Bethany Piskorski; son-in-law Jacob Piskorski; three beautiful grandchildren; step-sons Jeremy Haag and Ryan Haag; his siblings Lenny Orlowski,...
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