Our Staff
Our Caring Staff
We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.
Lawrence A. Gabriel Jr.
Licensed Funeral Director (Owner/Supervisor)
Lawrence A. Gabriel Jr. is a 1974 graduate of Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School. He went on to pursue his professional calling at the Simmons School of Mortuary Science and became a licensed funeral director in 1979. Since then, he has continued the legacy of compassionate service established by his father and is proud to serve as Owner and Supervisor of the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Larry Jr. is a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Carbondale. He and his wife, Linda (Fallon), are proud parents of five sons: Lawrence A. Gabriel III, Landon, Logan, Lincoln, and Lance. Deeply devoted to their family, Larry and Linda have always played an active role in their children’s lives and community.
Larry Jr. dedicated over 30 years as a youth football coach with the Carbondale Area Junior Sports Association, where he also served as treasurer. He also volunteered with the Carbondale Pre-Teen Park Association as a little league coach, investing countless hours mentoring and supporting local youth.
In addition to his work in funeral service and youth athletics, Larry Jr. has had a distinguished career in journalism. For over 40 years, he was a sportswriter for the Carbondale News, serving many of those years as Sports Editor, covering the local teams and athletes he knows and loves. As a result of his journalism career, he was recently inducted into the Northeast Chapter of the Pennsylvania Hall of Fame in 2023.
Larry and Linda still reside in Carbondale and remain passionate supporters of the Carbondale Area Chargers. Two of their sons, Larry III and Landon, were former head coaches within the Carbondale Area School District, carrying on the family's tradition of community involvement.
Above all, Larry and Linda cherish their role as grandparents. Their greatest joy comes from spending time with their eight grandchildren: Levi, Leyland, Layton, Aria, Sabina, Giovanni, Reid, and Hadley.
Lawrence A. Gabriel Jr.
Licensed Funeral Director (Owner/Supervisor)
Lawrence A. Gabriel Jr. is a 1974 graduate of Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School. He went on to pursue his professional calling at the Simmons School of Mortuary Science and became a licensed funeral director in 1979. Since then, he has continued the legacy of compassionate service established by his father and is proud to serve as Owner and Supervisor of the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Larry Jr. is a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Carbondale. He and his wife, Linda (Fallon), are proud parents of five sons: Lawrence A. Gabriel III, Landon, Logan, Lincoln, and Lance. Deeply devoted to their family, Larry and Linda have always played an active role in their children’s lives and community.
Larry Jr. dedicated over 30 years as a youth football coach with the Carbondale Area Junior Sports Association, where he also served as treasurer. He also volunteered with the Carbondale Pre-Teen Park Association as a little league coach, investing countless hours mentoring and supporting local youth.
In addition to his work in funeral service and youth athletics, Larry Jr. has had a distinguished career in journalism. For over 40 years, he was a sportswriter for the Carbondale News, serving many of those years as Sports Editor, covering the local teams and athletes he knows and loves. As a result of his journalism career, he was recently inducted into the Northeast Chapter of the Pennsylvania Hall of Fame in 2023.
Larry and Linda still reside in Carbondale and remain passionate supporters of the Carbondale Area Chargers. Two of their sons, Larry III and Landon, were former head coaches within the Carbondale Area School District, carrying on the family's tradition of community involvement.
Above all, Larry and Linda cherish their role as grandparents. Their greatest joy comes from spending time with their eight grandchildren: Levi, Leyland, Layton, Aria, Sabina, Giovanni, Reid, and Hadley.
Lawrence A. Gabriel III
Licensed Funeral Director
Lawrence A. Gabriel III is a proud 2000 graduate of Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School. He continued his education at Marywood University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education in 2004. Inspired by his family's legacy of service, Larry furthered his studies at the Simmons Institute of Funeral Service, where he earned his Associate’s Degree in Funeral Service in 2005.
In 2007, Larry began his career in education with the Carbondale Area School District as an elementary school teacher. That same year, he was named Head Coach of the Boys’ Freshman Basketball Team, a position he held through 2016. In 2009, he was appointed Head Varsity Football Coach of the Carbondale Area Chargers, proudly serving through the 2020 season.
Larry’s leadership expanded within the district, and in July 2019, he was named Director of Athletics. He earned his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Delaware Valley University in December 2020 and was appointed Assistant Principal of Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School in May 2021. He currently serves as the school’s Assistant Principal and Athletic Director.
In January 2023, Larry became a third-generation licensed funeral director, officially continuing the Gabriel family tradition of professionalism and compassionate care.
Larry has been actively involved in various community and youth organizations throughout his life. He is a former member and treasurer of the Carbondale Area Junior Sports Association (sponsor of Carbondale Youth Football & Cheerleading), as well as the Carbondale Pre-Teen Park Association (sponsor of Carbondale Little League). He also served as a board member and Chairman of Publicity for the Northern Area Junior Football League (NAJFL). In addition, he is a certified PIAA football and basketball official.
Larry currently resides in Carbondale with his companion, Lisa Sparaney, and their daughter, Hadley. He remains deeply dedicated to serving his community, both in education and through his role in the family’s funeral service legacy.
Lawrence A. Gabriel III
Licensed Funeral Director
Lawrence A. Gabriel III is a proud 2000 graduate of Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School. He continued his education at Marywood University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education in 2004. Inspired by his family's legacy of service, Larry furthered his studies at the Simmons Institute of Funeral Service, where he earned his Associate’s Degree in Funeral Service in 2005.
In 2007, Larry began his career in education with the Carbondale Area School District as an elementary school teacher. That same year, he was named Head Coach of the Boys’ Freshman Basketball Team, a position he held through 2016. In 2009, he was appointed Head Varsity Football Coach of the Carbondale Area Chargers, proudly serving through the 2020 season.
Larry’s leadership expanded within the district, and in July 2019, he was named Director of Athletics. He earned his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Delaware Valley University in December 2020 and was appointed Assistant Principal of Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School in May 2021. He currently serves as the school’s Assistant Principal and Athletic Director.
In January 2023, Larry became a third-generation licensed funeral director, officially continuing the Gabriel family tradition of professionalism and compassionate care.
Larry has been actively involved in various community and youth organizations throughout his life. He is a former member and treasurer of the Carbondale Area Junior Sports Association (sponsor of Carbondale Youth Football & Cheerleading), as well as the Carbondale Pre-Teen Park Association (sponsor of Carbondale Little League). He also served as a board member and Chairman of Publicity for the Northern Area Junior Football League (NAJFL). In addition, he is a certified PIAA football and basketball official.
Larry currently resides in Carbondale with his companion, Lisa Sparaney, and their daughter, Hadley. He remains deeply dedicated to serving his community, both in education and through his role in the family’s funeral service legacy.
Andrew A. Yurkanin Jr.
Licensed Funeral Director (Associate)
Andrew A. Yurkanin Jr. is a 1984 graduate of Lakeland High School. He went on to earn an Associate’s Degree in Business from Lackawanna Junior College before pursuing his calling in funeral service. He completed his studies in Mortuary Science at the Simmons School of Mortuary Science in Syracuse, becoming a licensed funeral director in 1992.
In 1993, Drew and his wife, Sue (Price), made the heartfelt decision to open their own funeral home. They purchased the former John Wiorkowski Funeral Home in Dickson City and proudly served the community for 26 years. After nearly three decades of dedicated service, they made the difficult decision to close their doors and sell the property—leaving behind a legacy of compassion, care, and community involvement.
Drew has been affiliated with the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home since 1986, providing decades of trusted service and support to families in their time of need.
He and Sue currently reside in Greenfield Township with their two sons, Andrew III and Adam. During their years in Dickson City, the Yurkanin family was actively involved in several local churches and participated in Cub Scout Pack 21 and Boy Scout Troop 21 with their sons, building strong community ties and lifelong friendships.
For the past several years, the family has been dedicated members of Crossroad Assembly of God Church in Elmhurst, where Drew and Sue remain deeply involved in both the music and youth ministries.
Drew brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and steady presence to his role as Associate Funeral Director—traits that continue to make him a valued member of the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home team.
Andrew A. Yurkanin Jr.
Licensed Funeral Director (Associate)
Andrew A. Yurkanin Jr. is a 1984 graduate of Lakeland High School. He went on to earn an Associate’s Degree in Business from Lackawanna Junior College before pursuing his calling in funeral service. He completed his studies in Mortuary Science at the Simmons School of Mortuary Science in Syracuse, becoming a licensed funeral director in 1992.
In 1993, Drew and his wife, Sue (Price), made the heartfelt decision to open their own funeral home. They purchased the former John Wiorkowski Funeral Home in Dickson City and proudly served the community for 26 years. After nearly three decades of dedicated service, they made the difficult decision to close their doors and sell the property—leaving behind a legacy of compassion, care, and community involvement.
Drew has been affiliated with the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home since 1986, providing decades of trusted service and support to families in their time of need.
He and Sue currently reside in Greenfield Township with their two sons, Andrew III and Adam. During their years in Dickson City, the Yurkanin family was actively involved in several local churches and participated in Cub Scout Pack 21 and Boy Scout Troop 21 with their sons, building strong community ties and lifelong friendships.
For the past several years, the family has been dedicated members of Crossroad Assembly of God Church in Elmhurst, where Drew and Sue remain deeply involved in both the music and youth ministries.
Drew brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and steady presence to his role as Associate Funeral Director—traits that continue to make him a valued member of the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home team.
Linda Ann (Lawler) Schwartz
Licensed Funeral Director (Branch Supervisor)
Linda Ann (Lawler) Schwartz is a 1985 graduate of Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School. She began her professional journey by earning her cosmetology license that same year, then continued her education in the field of funeral service. She attended Northampton County Community College, where she completed the Funeral Service Education program and became a licensed funeral director in 1993.
Before joining the team at Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Linda gained valuable experience working with the Lanterman & Allen Funeral Home in East Stroudsburg, PA, as well as the former Jenkins Funeral Home in Waymart, PA. Her compassionate approach, attention to detail, and decades of experience make her a trusted and respected professional in the field.
Linda and her husband, Matthew, have three children (Danielle, Deven, and Halley) and are proud grandparents to Anthony, Noah, and Amelia. They currently reside in Carbondale with two of their children.
Outside of her professional work, Linda enjoys traveling and cherishes spending quality time with her family. Her dedication to serving families with care and dignity continues to make her a valued member of the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home team.
Linda Ann (Lawler) Schwartz
Licensed Funeral Director (Branch Supervisor)
Linda Ann (Lawler) Schwartz is a 1985 graduate of Carbondale Area Junior/Senior High School. She began her professional journey by earning her cosmetology license that same year, then continued her education in the field of funeral service. She attended Northampton County Community College, where she completed the Funeral Service Education program and became a licensed funeral director in 1993.
Before joining the team at Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Linda gained valuable experience working with the Lanterman & Allen Funeral Home in East Stroudsburg, PA, as well as the former Jenkins Funeral Home in Waymart, PA. Her compassionate approach, attention to detail, and decades of experience make her a trusted and respected professional in the field.
Linda and her husband, Matthew, have three children (Danielle, Deven, and Halley) and are proud grandparents to Anthony, Noah, and Amelia. They currently reside in Carbondale with two of their children.
Outside of her professional work, Linda enjoys traveling and cherishes spending quality time with her family. Her dedication to serving families with care and dignity continues to make her a valued member of the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home team.
Stephen Glenn Moskosky
Funeral Assistant
Stephen Glenn Moskosky is a graduate of Fell Township High School and went on to earn both his undergraduate and master’s degrees in Health and Physical Education from East Stroudsburg University. He is also certified in Safety Education and Driver’s Education.
Glenn dedicated his professional life to education, beginning his teaching career with the Mid Valley School District before spending 32 years as a Health and Physical Education teacher at the Carbondale Area School District. Throughout his tenure, he made a lasting impact as a coach and mentor, serving as a basketball and baseball coach at both Mid Valley and Carbondale Area. He also held the position of Athletic Director at Carbondale Area for 16 years.
Among his many achievements, Glenn led the Carbondale Area Chargers basketball team to an undefeated 30–0 season in 1993, culminating in a PIAA Class AA State Championship. The following year, the Chargers finished with a 29–1 record and earned the title of state runner-up. His teams’ remarkable 59-game win streak during those two seasons set a Pennsylvania state record. In recognition of his coaching excellence, Glenn was named "Lackawanna League Coach of the Year" three times and "PIAA Small School Coach of the Year" in 1993.
Glenn retired from teaching in June 2004 but remains an active presence in the community. In January 2005, he joined the staff of Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., where he continues to serve families with dignity and respect as a valued Funeral Assistant.
He and his wife, the former Anna Danchak, are the proud parents of two daughters, Deneen Moskosky and Krea Price, and grandparents to Tyler Emory Moskosky and Alexis Rae Price.
Stephen Glenn Moskosky
Funeral Assistant
Stephen Glenn Moskosky is a graduate of Fell Township High School and went on to earn both his undergraduate and master’s degrees in Health and Physical Education from East Stroudsburg University. He is also certified in Safety Education and Driver’s Education.
Glenn dedicated his professional life to education, beginning his teaching career with the Mid Valley School District before spending 32 years as a Health and Physical Education teacher at the Carbondale Area School District. Throughout his tenure, he made a lasting impact as a coach and mentor, serving as a basketball and baseball coach at both Mid Valley and Carbondale Area. He also held the position of Athletic Director at Carbondale Area for 16 years.
Among his many achievements, Glenn led the Carbondale Area Chargers basketball team to an undefeated 30–0 season in 1993, culminating in a PIAA Class AA State Championship. The following year, the Chargers finished with a 29–1 record and earned the title of state runner-up. His teams’ remarkable 59-game win streak during those two seasons set a Pennsylvania state record. In recognition of his coaching excellence, Glenn was named "Lackawanna League Coach of the Year" three times and "PIAA Small School Coach of the Year" in 1993.
Glenn retired from teaching in June 2004 but remains an active presence in the community. In January 2005, he joined the staff of Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., where he continues to serve families with dignity and respect as a valued Funeral Assistant.
He and his wife, the former Anna Danchak, are the proud parents of two daughters, Deneen Moskosky and Krea Price, and grandparents to Tyler Emory Moskosky and Alexis Rae Price.
Bill Boyle
Funeral Assistant
Bill Boyle
Funeral Assistant
Bill Boyle is a graduate of Scranton Central High School and holds a bachelor's degree from Mansfield University. With over 40 years of experience in the banking industry, Bill built a distinguished career—spending 28 years with Community Bank and Trust, followed by 14 years with The Dime Bank.
In addition to his professional achievements, Bill has served as a mentor to students from the Carbondale Area School District competing in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Competition, sharing his knowledge and experience in financial leadership.
A dedicated community member and lifelong supporter of youth athletics, Bill currently serves as Assistant Coach for the Carbondale Area 7th and 8th Grade Boys’ Basketball Team. He has also volunteered as an assistant coach at both the freshman and varsity levels.
Bill remains actively involved in many civic and service organizations. He serves on the Finance Committee at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, is a member of the City of Carbondale Zoning Board, and acts as Secretary of the Carbondale Technology Transfer Center. He is also the Financial Secretary of Carbondale UNICO and has previously served as President of both the City of Carbondale Industrial Development Authority and the Board of Marian Community Hospital. Currently, he also serves as Treasurer of the Lackawanna County Industrial Development Authority.
Bill and his wife, the former Ann Falbo, reside in Carbondale and are the proud parents of two sons, Kevin and Bryan Boyle. His commitment to community, integrity, and service continues to make him a valued member of the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. team.
Lincoln Gabriel
Bio Coming Soon
Lincoln Gabriel
Bio Coming Soon