Dec 10, 2025

William “Bill” Arthur Shaffer, of Buck Township, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at River View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Born on March 10, 1939, in Shades Creek, he was the son of the late Clarence and Arline (Dutter) Shaffer. William attended Tobyhanna High School and went on to build a successful career in the real estate and construction business.

Bill...

Dec 8, 2025

Nicola J. Konetski, fondly known as Nicky, was born on March 20, 1960, in Liverpool, England. She passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Nicky had a fulfilling career in nursing, serving not only as a nurse but later as...

Dec 2, 2025

Helen M. Jones of Avoca, previously of Wilkes-Barre, went home with the Lord on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Allied Services Hospice, Wilkes-Barre.

Born May 25, 1946, in Nanticoke, she was a daughter of the late Edward Meck Sr. and Caroline Smith Meck.

She attended Nanticoke School District until leaving to care for her Nephew.

Helen was employed by Custom Services before an...

Dec 2, 2025

Raymond A. Witczak, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 1, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on June 12, 1941, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, Raymond was the son of the late Leo and Catherine Drust Witczak.

A dedicated professional, Raymond spent his career with the Heat and Frost Insulators Local #38 in Wilkes-Barre, contributing his skills and expertise with great...

Nov 23, 2025

     Frances A. Tomko, 86, of Wilkes-Barre, PA, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025. Born to the late Edward and Frances Kaczmarek Rosolowski, she was a woman whose life was rooted in faith, family, and quiet strength. 

     Frances (Nana) was married to her beloved husband, Frank J. Tomko, who preceded her in death in 2017. Together they...

Nov 12, 2025

Marie P. Rogers of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Geisinger Medical Center South, Wilkes-Barre.

Born October 31, 1937, in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Annastasia Jasiulewicz.

Marie was a 1955 graduate of Coughlin High School, Wilkes-Barre, and was employed for over 30 years at Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Wilkes-Barre.

She was a member of St. Nicholas-St....

Nov 12, 2025

Frank P. Sromovski Jr., of Wilkes-Barre Township, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

Born December 1, 1952, in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Frank and Ethel Gelsleichter Sromovski.

Frank was a 1970 graduate of Wilkes-Barre Township High School.

He was employed for 41 years as a conductor and breakman on the Norfolk/Southern Railroad.

He was preceded in...

Oct 15, 2025

Bryannah Mae Reynolds, a radiant soul whose spirit illuminated the lives of all fortunate enough to know her, departed this world on October 15, 2025, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Born on November 30, 2008, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Bryannah exhibited a remarkable zest for life that belied the health challenges she faced. She lived an amazing...

Oct 12, 2025

Joseph Paul Pekol, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

Born May 29, 1930, in Wilkes-Barre Township, he was the son of the late Joseph Nicholas and Anne Kuren Pekol.

Joseph was a 1948 graduate of Marymount High School, Wilkes-Barre, and a United States Navy Veteran of the Korean War, serving from 1950 to 1954.

Joe was employed...

Oct 8, 2025

     It is with great sadness that the family of Daniel Mazur (Mazurkairtch), 72, of Wilkes-Barre, announces his passing on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, after a yearlong battle with lung cancer. 

     He was a resident of Wilkes-Barre Township for 49 years and graduated from Wilkes-Barre Township High School in 1971.

     Dan worked for The Williams Company (formerly...

Oct 7, 2025

     Linda M. Abel, of Hanover Township, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Allied Services Meade Street Hospice, Wilkes-Barre.

     Born April 23, 1953, in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of the late William and Jean Gallagher Abel.

     Linda was a 1971 graduate of G.A.R. Memorial High School, Wilkes-Barre.

     She was employed for many years...

Oct 3, 2025

John A. Rinko, of King George, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025 at the age of 89. Born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, he was the son of the late John and Anna Danello Rinko.

John was a graduate of Coughlin High School. He then enlisted in the Navy, and served on the USS Harold J. Ellison. He graduated from Wilkes College in...

Sep 18, 2025

Joseph J. Jendrzejewski of Nanticoke, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, September18, 2025.

Born February 13, 1944, in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Ernest T. and Clara Sikora Jendrzejewski.

Joe was a 1961 graduate of Marymount High School. He enlisted in the United States Air Force and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War serving...

Sep 18, 2025

Marilyn Hopkins, Clarks Summit, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025.

Born in Philadelphia on April 20, 1941, she was the beloved daughter of the late John J. Hopkins, Sr. and Helen Good Hopkins.

Marilyn was raised in Edwardsville, PA.

Although an early childhood accident created lifelong illness and struggles, she graduated from Edwardsville High School in 1961.

She lived for a time in...

Sep 12, 2025

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend, Jean slipped away Friday September 12th at home in Mountain Lakes, NJ surrounded by loved ones.



Jean is preceded in death by her parents Thomas & Regina Motovidlak, brother Raymond Motovidlak (Joan), sisters Evelyn Kornova (Francis) & Donna Sharpe.



Jean is survived by her husband Leonard Kostak, Sister Gail Missal (Donald), Brothers Thomas &...

Sep 9, 2025

Ernest T. Jendrzejewski, known affectionately as Ernie, passed away on September 9, 2025, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 22, 1947, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, he dedicated his life to serving his community as the third-generation operator of the Jendrzejewski Funeral Home in Wilkes-Barre, a testament to his family's enduring commitment to compassionate care.

Ernie graduated...

Sep 1, 2025

Margaret M. Grencavage, of Wilkes-Barre Township, passed away Monday, September 1, 2025, at Lakewood Nursing, Nanticoke.

Born June 14, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Catherine McNamara Conway.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph on January 11, 2016

Surviving is her sons, Mark, Joseph, Wayne, Barry, and Brian; 4 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces...

Aug 26, 2025

Bernard F. Kubinetz, aka, “Buster”, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at his home in Luzerne.

Born March 27, 1965, in Luzerne, he was the son of the late Bernard B. Kubinetz and Patricia A. Murray Kubinetz.

He attended school at St. John’s, Luzerne, and Wyoming Valley West High School.

Buster formerly worked for Bridon American Corporation for many years. Before...

Aug 13, 2025

Joseph Dougalas, 75, of Wilkes-Barre, PA, passed away on August 13, 2025, at his home.

Joseph lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for family and country.

Born August 21, 1949, in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Daniel and Irene Norakus Dougalas.

He was a 1967 graduate of G.A.R. Memorial High School, Wilkes-Barre.

Joe proudly served in the United...

Aug 2, 2025

Joseph Alan Wasnalas of Wilkes-Barre Township, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 2, 2025.

Born April 8, 1986, he was the son of Diane Gulczynski Wasnalas and the late Stanley Alan Wasnalas.

Joe graduated from G.A.R. Memorial High School, Wilkes-Barre, and attended Luzerne County Community College.