Obituaries

May 20, 2025

Michael H. ButlerMay 20, 2025Michael H. Butler, current Dunmore School Board Vice President and a proud and lifelong resident of the borough, passed away early Tuesday morning in the Regional Hospital of Scranton with his family by his side. His wife of 50 years is the former Jacqueline Sheerer.Born June 12, 1953 in Scranton, he was the son of the...

May 15, 2025

Melanie Colazzo, 42, of Greentown, passed away on Thursday, May 15th from injuries sustained in a tragic accident. Born in Phoenix, AZ, she was the daughter of Deborah and Randy Sandifer and Mike and Charmaine Urban. She was the Manager of Subway in Taylor, Pa.

Melanie had a good heart and loved her family. She was an...

May 3, 2025

Lisa M. Aleckna, 54, of Lake Ariel, passed away Saturday, May 3rd at Forest City Nursing and Rehab Center, surrounded by her family, following a courageous battle with cancer. Her loving husband of 30 years is James Aleckna Jr.

Born in Honesdale, Pa, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Marie Hill – Beck. She...

May 2, 2025

Pamela E. DiGiuseppe, of Lake Ariel, passed away Friday, May 2nd at the age of 69. She passed peacefully and surrounded by family at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton, following a month-long illness.

Born in Newark, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Patricia (Moon) Pelosi. She was a graduate of South Plainfield...

Apr 30, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Harry Fitz on April 30, 2025, at the age of 76. His wife of 43 years is the former Kathleen C. MacDonald.

Born on September 4, 1948, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Franklin and Edna Gordon Fitz.

John was a proud veteran of the United...

Apr 29, 2025

Bridget (Bree) DellaBella, beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, at the age of 89.

Born on January 30, 1936, in Ireland, Bridget carved out a remarkable life after arriving in the United States to pursue her nursing career. She spent her professional life dedicated to caring for others and embodied...

Apr 29, 2025

Lorraine Michalowski passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, at the age of 74, to join her beloved husband, Joseph. Lorraine dedicated her life to nurturing her home and family. She is survived by her cherished son, Marc Michalowski, daughter-in-law, Ann Michalowski, and her beloved grandchildren: Marisa, Michael, Isaac, and Cora Michalowski. She also leaves behind her mother, Alice...

Apr 25, 2025

Lawrence R. Weidner, born on May 16, 1948, passed away on April 25, 2025.

Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Vietnam War, where he received numerous commendations including the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Medal of Honor for his courage and service.

He was a dedicated mechanic...

Apr 22, 2025

William Bauer, Sr., Lake Ariel, 71, passed away Tuesday in the Geisinger Community Medical Center after being stricken ill. His wife of 40 years is the former Jane Marshall. Bill was born December 26, 1953 in Boyertown and was the son of the late Gerald and Rowena Thomas Bauer. Bill graduated from Boyertown High School and went on to work...

Apr 22, 2025

Frank Raymond Palm, 87, passed away on April 22, 2025. He was admired by all who knew him and beloved by his large family.

Frank came from humble beginnings. The second of five children of Rev. Cecil and Eleanor Palm, he was born in Palermo, NJ, on August 31, 1937. Though his father moved the family many...

Apr 20, 2025

Kerry John Smith Sr April 20, 2025

Kerry John Smith Sr, born on December 23, 1940, in Kunkletown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on April 20, 2025. A dedicated laborer in the metal industry for many years, he found fulfillment in his work at Banner Fabricated. While he did not pursue formal education beyond...

Apr 19, 2025

April 24, 1973 - April 9, 2025

Jennifer Giannuzzi of Dallas, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, under the compassionate care and kindness of Sacred Heart Hospice. During her final days, she was surrounded by the comfort and loving presence of her many friends and the tender embrace of her family.

Born 51 years ago in Washington, DC, Jennifer grew...

Apr 19, 2025

Josephine Dorothy Chamberlain (Wargo) passed away into God’s loving and eternal care on April 19, 2025 at Allied Services Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Josie had a deep strong faith and was a member of St. Thomas More Church in Lake Ariel and a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Archbald.

Affectionately known as “Screamer” by...

Apr 19, 2025

Suzanne Phelan, 63, of Lake Ariel, passed away Saturday at home surrounded by her family.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, she is the daughter of Joan (Rosso) DosSantos of Long Island, NY, and the late John Phelan. She was a graduate of Elwood – John Glenn High School. Prior to her illness, she worked as an LPN in...

Apr 17, 2025

April 17, 2025

Ave Maria Carroll Moran, 83, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, April 17 in Sarasota Florida. Her loving husband of 58 years is Richard “Dick” Moran.

Ave was born March 22, 1942, in Scranton. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Margaret Conway Carroll. She was a graduate of the former Cathedral High School and...

Apr 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Ann Yudiskas, who left this world peacefully on April 16, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on October 11, 1956, in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, Betty spent most of her life in Wayne County where her warmth and spirit brought joy to many.

Betty was a...

Apr 15, 2025

With hearts full of both sorrow and gratitude, we announce the passing of our beloved Bettie Louise Castiglioni, Lake Wallenpaupack, who passed away Tuesday, April 15th surrounded by her cherished family at the age of 93. She is survived by her devoted husband of 72 years, Joseph Castiglioni.

Born March 25, 1932 in Shawsville, Virginia, she was...

Apr 13, 2025

Nancy R. McLain, 74, of Dickson City, passed away Sunday morning at Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit in Dunmore. Her husband and soulmate of 22 years is Lester "Bud" McLain.

Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Mary Blakney - Rozelle. She was a graduate of Scranton Central High School Class of 1968 and...

Apr 13, 2025

Raymond Biss April 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Raymond Biss on April 13, 2025, at the age of 89. Born January 22, 1936, in Passaic, New Jersey to the late Peter and Anna Biss- Raymond’s journey through life took him on a path filled with love, laughter, and...

Apr 10, 2025

Joseph Turouski, 76, of Waymart, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon at Wayne Woodlands Manor.

Son of the late John and Kathryn Turouski. He was a graduate of Lake Consolidated School. A United States Army Veteran, he served for one year in Germany. Joe loved to fish and hunt. He also enjoyed visiting the local tavern to play...