Jun 13, 2023

Kenneth S. Randall June 13, 2023

Kenneth S. Randall, 59, Carbondale, passed away Tuesday at Commonwealth Regional Hospital, Scranton. His wife is the former Viola Potter.

Born in Denville, New Jersey, son of the late Clayton Randall and Dorothy (Bischoff) Banford, he was a skilled handy-man and auto mechanic.

In addition to his...

Jun 13, 2023

Denise Bruno June 13, 2023

Denise Bruno, 68, Simpson, passed away Tuesday at home. Her companion of 24 years is Joe Drozdis.

Born in Philadelphia, daughter of the late Robert and Thelma (Horton) McLaughlin, Denise was a loving and devoted family woman. She adored her children and grandchildren. Her family was her world. She will...

Jun 11, 2023

Irene Patak June 11, 2023

Irene Patak, 83, Binghamton NY, died Sunday at Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY. Her husband was the late William Patak.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Michael and Rose Vadala Grizzanti, she enjoyed cooking and loved her grandchildren.

Surviving are: a son, Patrick Patak and fiancé,...

Jun 10, 2023

Christine “Yamma” Pradel, 84, of Eynon, died Saturday morning at Creekside Nursing Home and Rehab, Carbondale. Her husband, Gerald, died in 1988.

Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Ann Novackowski Zuba. Christine lived in Eynon for the last 20 years. She was an avid bingo player and loved scratch-off tickets.

She is survived by...

Jun 9, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Troy Delano Pierce

Troy Pierce, a beloved husband, son, brother, nephew, uncle and friend, was reunited with his Savior on June 9, 2023. His departure has left a void in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Troy lived a life filled with love, laughter, and adventure, leaving a legacy that...

Jun 8, 2023

Alice Marie Comonie, 72, of Olyphant, died on Thursday at Allied Services Hospice Center, Scranton after a sudden illness. She is survived by her husband, Leonard Comonie Jr. They would have celebrated their 51st anniversary on June 24.

Born in Carbondale, she resided in Olyphant since 1972. Her parents were the late Joseph and Louise Bruno. She was a 1969...

May 28, 2023

Stephen Saltisiak May 28, 2023

Stephen Saltisiak, 90, Carbondale, died Sunday at Geisinger CMC, Scranton, one month shy of his 91st birthday. His wife, Rose (Totsky) Saltisiak, died in 2001.

Born in Forest City, son of the late John and Mary (Barna) Saltisiak, he was stationed in Germany while serving in the United States Army....

May 23, 2023

Mary Ann Kolibob, 77, of Blakely, died on Tuesday at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre. She was the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Bukowski Kolibob. 

Born in Scranton, she resided in Throop most of her life. A graduate of Throop High School, Class of 1963, she was formerly employed by Supermarket Services, Dunmore.

Mamie enjoyed cooking and...

May 11, 2023

Timothy C. Rossetti May 11, 2023

Timothy C. Rossetti, 52, of Simpson, died Thursday at home. His wife is Letevia Settles Rossetti.

Born in Carbondale, son of Sheila Jordan Rossetti, Bradford Rossetti and stepmom, Frankie Rossetti, Tim was a two-sport standout at Carbondale Area excelling in football and track. He coached for many years in...

Apr 25, 2023

Charlotte Tomaine Connor

April 25, 2023

Charlotte Tomaine Connor, 90, Carbondale, died Tuesday at home. Her husband was the late Thomas Connor Sr.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Carmine B. and Margaret Gentile Tomaine, she was senior principal of C.B. Tomaine Insurance Co. Charlotte was a member of St. Rose of...

Apr 12, 2023

Marie Zigon, 68, a resident of Archbald, passed away peacefully on Wednesday night at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore. Born in Babylon, New York, Marie was the daughter of the late Edmund Ludwig and Julia Stanko Zigon.

Although quiet, Marie always knew how to brighten a room with her presence and witty comments, all of which deserved laughter. She...

Apr 6, 2023

Darlene Zazzera April 6, 2023

Darlene Zazzera, 96, of Carbondale, died Thursday at Carbondale Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center. Her husband was the late Charles Zazzera.

Born in Hondo, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Velma Balzen.

Besides being an incredible wife for 69 years, mother and grandmother, “Dar”...

Apr 5, 2023

Robert D. Dougherty

April 5, 2023

Robert D. Dougherty, 91, of Waymart, died Wednesday, April 5 at Allied Hospice, Scranton. His wife is Barbara Gabriel Dougherty.

Born in New Philadelphia, he was the son of the late James and Katherine Norkus Dougherty. He was a graduate of Philadelphia School of the Arts and...

Mar 17, 2023

Thomas Joseph Smith, 73, peacefully passed away March 17, 2023 at his home in Georgia, surrounded by his beloved wife, Barbara, his daughters and a brother, Eddie. "Tommy" was born in Peckville, Pa., to Kathryn and Donald Smith of Scott Twp., Pa. Tom was a graduate of Scott High School class of 1967. After high school, he worked part time...

Mar 17, 2023

Edison A Demming

March 17, 2023

Edison A Demming, Lake Winola, passed away March 17, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 20, 1940 in Montdale to the late Edison O and Marion Cook Demming. He was married for 34 years to the love of his life, Gayle Jordan Demming....

Mar 12, 2023

Michael J. Newcomb March 12, 2023

Michael J. Newcomb, 73, Carbondale, died Sunday at Allied Hospice, Scranton. His wife is Karen Oncavage Newcomb.

Born in Carbondale, son of the late Paul and Regina Munley Newcomb, he was a painter. He enjoyed weightlifting for many years and won numerous medals in competition. Michael loved animals especially...

Mar 11, 2023

Jennifer Lynn Santanna March 11, 2023

Jennifer Lynn Santanna, 42, of Carbondale, died Saturday.

Born in Carbondale, she was the daughter of Patricia Cowan, John Santanna and late stepmother, Cheryl Santanna. Jennifer loved working with children and had a great love for her pets. She previously worked part-time for NEIU and the Carbondale YMCA. Her...

Mar 6, 2023

Mary Ann Tomaine March 6, 2023

Mary Ann Tomaine, 80, of Waymart, died Monday, March 6, at Wayne Woodlands, Waymart. Her husband was the late James Tomaine.

Born in Mineola, N.Y., daughter of the late Walter and Bernice Lyzak Cboski, she was a volunteer at Regional Hospital of Scranton, enjoyed going out to dinner and...

Mar 6, 2023

Brian Anthony Novak, of Scott Township and Olyphant, died unexpectedly at home on Monday. His wife is the former Alicia Tait.

Born in Scranton, on September 5, 1981, Brian attended LaSalle Academy, Jessup and Bishop O’Hara High School, Dunmore and was a graduate of Mid Valley High School, Throop, Class of 2000. He also attended the culinary program at Keystone...

Mar 2, 2023

Joseph Oakley

March 2, 2023

Joseph Oakley, 68, of Childs, died at home on Thursday. His wife of 44 years is Becky Brister Oakley.

Born in Childs, son of the late Rexford and Helen Fife Oakley, his two granddaughters were the love of his life. They brought him so much joy. He enjoyed...