Barbara Ann Glennon Smith

  • Barbara Ann Glennon Smith

Barbara Ann Glennon Smith

Barbara Ann Glennon Smith, 61 of Wilkes-Barre, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, July 27, 2022, surrounded by her loving family as she entered into eternal life after a yearlong battle with cancer.Barb was born on Nov. 28, 1960, to the late Leonard and Gertrude Drogalis Glennon.


She graduated from Meyers High School in 1979 then went onto earn her certificate at Empire Beauty School. Barbie was an employee of Philadelphia Subs for the last 32 years.She was married to the late Michael J. Smith on Sept. 10, 1983, for 29 years before his passing in 2012.


Barb has spent the last eight years enjoying life with her companion, Donald Shovlin Jr. Barbara is survived by her three dedicated children who cared for her lovingly over the past year, son, Michael B. Smith and his wife, Carissa; daughter, Kaylie and her husband, Sgt. Kevin O'Brien; and son, Patrick Smith and his wife, Kristi. She is also survived by her beautiful grandchildren, Maddy, Miley and Hunter Smith; and Sophia and Conor O'Brien.Barbara was the sister to the late Michael Glennon.


She is survived by her sister, Mary Savitski and her husband, John - Mary selflessly was by her side throughout this process and her breakfast buddy after treatments; Kathy Galardi and her husband, Joseph (Booker); Maureen Rushkowski and her husband, John; her brother, Seamus; sister, Colleen Lear and her husband, Mark; Michelle Schutte and her husband, Ron; Kelly Glennon and her companion, Jeremy Bahara; brother-in-law, Todd Smith and his wife, Rosemary; sister-in-law, Sandy Jackson and her husband, Ted; Holly and Lillian Jones; as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.


Barb enjoyed taking long walks, fishing and gardening with Don. They loved to dance in the living room to their song "Your Party" by Ween. She was the best and most loving mother, mother-in-law, "Grammy," "Mum Mum," sister and friend anyone could have.Barbara was born into a large family; she was the sixth child out of nine. As an infant, Barbara became very ill but she beat the odds and pulled through. Her parents lovingly nicknamed her "our fighter." Her last fight was a valiant one. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday from Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 N.e Meade St., Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. in St. Leo's Church, 33 Manhattan St., Ashley. The Rev. Vincent Dang, pastor, will be celebrant. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Polish National Catholic Cemetery, Wilkes-Barre Twp. Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Amanda Lynn Longfoot

By Joseph Jendrzejewski • July 18, 2025
Sunrise July 18, 1990 – Sunset July 16, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Amanda Lynn Longfoot, who left this world unexpectedly at home on July 16, 2025, just two days before her 35th birthday. Born on July 18, 1990, Amanda was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School. She was strong, wild, and carried a fierce will to change—for herself and for those around her. Amanda was never afraid to fight for a better life, even in the face of adversity. Her fire was undeniable, her spirit unbreakable. Amanda was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Marcia Zamber, whose love and memory remained close to her heart always and her grandmother, Debra Longfoot. She is survived by her loving father, Keith Longfoot and his wife Lori Longfoot. She also leaves behind her brother Scott Zamber, her grandparents, Jean and Rick Neely, and Paul Longfoot along with his partner, Melissa Wishneski; step brothers, Kyle and Christopher Rushton. Amanda’s love extended to many—a wide circle of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who became family. Each one carries a piece of her fierce love, her bold energy, and her deep desire for better relationships. Amanda’s legacy is one of strength, struggle, and resilience. She lived life on her terms, and her story is one of both pain and purpose. Her journey touched more lives than she probably ever realized. A celebration of Amanda’s life will be held Sunday July 20th, 2025 from 3-5pm at the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 North Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre. In lieu of flowers, the family is kindly accepting donations to help with funeral and memorial expenses which can be provided directly to the funeral home. Until then, may we honor her memory by loving harder, forgiving more freely, and never giving up on ourselves or each other. Rest easy, Amanda. You were deeply loved. You mattered. And you will never be forgotten.

Stanley B. Szafran

By Joseph Jendrzejewski • July 14, 2025
Stanley B. Szafran of Nanticoke, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at his home. Born May 10, 1970, in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of Romaine Malishchak Szafran of Nanticoke, PA. Stanley was a 1988 graduate of Coughlin High School, Wilkes-Barre, and was employed as a yard jockey at the Adidas Distribution Center, Wilkes-Barre. Stan was a kind-hearted soul and never met anyone he didn't like. He loved music and being outside in the sunshine, so he especially enjoyed cutting the grass with his earbuds in. He enjoyed watching sports, his teams in which he was a die-hard fan were the Florida State Seminoles, Boston Red Sox, New York Giants, and Atlanta Falcons. Stanley was preceded in death by his Maternal Grandparents, Roman and Stella Panek Malishchak. Surviving in addition to his mother, Romaine, is his children, Christian, Lauren, and Alec Szafran, and their mother, Kathleen Szafran; sister, Renee Barrett and her husband, Stephen of Opal, VA; nephew and niece, Mason and Skylar Barrett; and companion, Debra Chesney of Nanticoke, PA. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 8:00pm at the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 North Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre, Deacon William Behm will be officiating. Friends may call Wednesday evening from 5:00pm until time of services.

Carolanne Jones

By Joseph Jendrzejewski • July 9, 2025
Carolanne Jones of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Allied Services-Meade Street Nursing, Wilkes-Barre. Born June 10, 1941, in Larksville, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen Shebli Wallace. Carolanne was a 1959 graduate of Larksville High School. She worked throughout the valley at various stores including, Vic Mars Restaurant, Marshalls, Hills Department Store, and Wegman's Supermarket. Carolanne was a member of St. Nicholas Parish, Wilkes-Barre. She enjoyed listening to opera music, making ceramics, and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth in 2022 and son, Kenneth in 1963. Surviving is her son, William Jones of Wilkes-Barre; daughter, Carolanne Leco and her husband, Daniel of WIlkes-Barre; and brother, William Wallace and his wife, Helen of Hunlock Creek, PA. Funeral services will be held Friday evening at 7:00pm at the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home, 21 North Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre. Friends may call Friday evening from 5:00pm until time of services.