Obituaries
Obituaries for Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.and Hudak-O'Shea & Gabriel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
Marie "Mary" (Imbalzano) Gillette
Oct 1, 2021
Marie “Mary” Imbalzano Gillette
October 1, 2021
Marie “Mary” Imbalzano Gillette, 92, Carbondale, died Friday at Carbondale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Her husband of 59 years, was the late Joseph “Ditcho” Gillette.
Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Antonio and Josephine Alteriesi Imbalzano, Marie was a 1947 Carbondale Benjamin Franklin High School ...
Maryann Mark
Sep 14, 2021
MaryAnn Mark
September 14, 2021
MaryAnn Mark, 72, of Greenfield Twp., died Tuesday at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton. Her husband is Joseph Mark Sr.
Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late George and Angie Calanni Twardzik, she enjoyed time spent with her family. MaryAnn owned and produced Mark’s Specialty Foods and Pierogies...
Louis A. Gonsauls Sr.
Sep 9, 2021
Louis A. Gonsauls Sr.
September 9, 2021
Louis A. Gonsauls Sr., 92, Carbondale, died Thursday at Ellen Memorial Health Care, Honesdale. His wife was the late Audrey J. Gonsauls.
Born in Waymart, son of the late Roy and Margaret Moser Gunsauls, he was an Army veteran who served during the Korean War. He...
Gerald "Jerry" Monahan Jr.
Aug 29, 2021
Gerald “Jerry” Monahan Jr.
August 29, 2021
Gerald “Jerry” Monahan Jr., 60, South Abington Twp., died Sunday at Allied Hospice, Morgan Highway, Scranton.
Born in Carbondale, son of the late Gerald Monahan Sr. and Patricia McDonnell Monahan, Jerry was a Carbondale St. Rose High School and Penn State University graduate. He was an...
Dorrie Mullen Rogers
Aug 29, 2021
Dorrie Mullen Rogers, 62, passed away peacefully at Allied Services Scranton Hospice Center on Sunday with her husband at her side, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of Thomas W. Rogers for 42 years.
Dorrie was born on January 17, 1959 and was raised in Olyphant. Her parents were the late Joseph and...
Alice Russell Hill
Aug 25, 2021
Alice Russell Hill
August 25, 2021
Alice Russell Hill, 71, of Weatherly, formerly of Newton Lake, died Wednesday at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Hazleton.
Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Douglas and Florence Totsky Russell, she was a 1968 graduate of Norristown High School. Alice enjoyed her time at the lake and resided...
Viola Tomsky
Aug 16, 2021
Viola Tomsky August 16, 2021 Viola Tomsky, 89, Carbondale, died Monday at Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton. Her husband was the late Raymond Tomsky. Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Bruno and Amelia Santanna Ealo, she worked as a secretary at Saul’s Motors for many years. Viola loved to travel, to play bingo, to dance and to be with family....
Romayne Steinmetz
Aug 10, 2021
Romayne Steinmetz August 10, 2021 Romayne J. Steinmetz, 55, Exeter, died Tuesday at Geisinger CMC. Her husband is Jerry Willard. Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Gerald Carroll and Mary Jane Turano, she loved spending time with her grandchildren and family. She was an avid gardener. Surviving are: a daughter, Andrea Jackson, Carbondale; grandchildren, Gabrielle Baker, Lilly Baker and...
James "Jim" W. Kimble
Aug 9, 2021
James Kimble, 54, of Lancaster, NY, died unexpectedly on Monday, August 9. Jim is survived by his wife of 19 years, Kathleen (Kelley) and his son Noah, age 17. Born on April 18, 1967, he was the son of the late Lewis and Mary Ann Kimble, brother of Lewis and wife Zoe, sister Cheryl Ann, brother Dave, son-in-law of the...
Charles W. Dorne
Jul 23, 2021
Charles W. Dorne July 23, 2021 Charles W. Dorne, 79, Carbondale, died Friday at Allied Skilled Nursing Center, Scranton. His wife was the late Florence Van Riper. Born in Wanaque, New Jersey, son of the late Charles S. and Helen Conklin Dorne, he spent many years in construction (roofing). He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Surviving are: a daughter, Karen Tartar,...
Lance D. Mchugh
Jul 23, 2021
Lance D. McHugh July 23, 2021 Lance D. McHugh, 60, Lake Ariel, died Friday at Geisinger CMC. Born in Carbondale, son of the late William and Cora Stucker McHugh, he was a teacher in the Wayne Highlands and Western Wayne School Districts during his career. He was also a translator of the Spanish language and spent time as a cosmetologist....
Albert W. Matasavage
Jul 22, 2021
Albert W. Matasavage July 22, 2021 Albert W. Matasavage, 59, Scranton, died Thursday at home. Born in Scranton, son of the late Stanley and Elizabeth Jerome Matasavage, he was a self employed floor contractor. He had many friends who thought of him as a brother. Survivors include: two sons, AJ Matasavage, Moscow; Matthew Matasavage, Scranton; three grandchildren, Lexi, Nathan and...
Gerald Turano
Jul 20, 2021
Gerald “Puckey” Joseph Turano July 20, 2021 Gerald “Puckey” Joseph Turano, 81, of Carbondale died Tuesday at Allied Hospice Center, Scranton. His wife is Carol Ann Pidgeon Turano. They were married 61 years. Born in Vandling, son of the late Michael and Josephine Staskavage Turano, he was a craftsman at Gentex for many years. He loved spending time with his...
Frederick A. Smith Jr.
Jul 15, 2021
Frederick A. “Fritz” Smith Jr. July 15, 2021 Frederick A. “Fritz” Smith, Jr., 55, Carbondale, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 15th, at Geisinger Medical Center. Born in West Chester, PA, he was the son of Frederick A. Smith, Sr., and the late Beverly Jayne Smith, whom he loved and adored dearly. He was raised in West Bradford, PA, served...
Nan M. Doyle
Jul 13, 2021
Nan M. Doyle July 13, 2021 Nan M. Doyle, 89, Carbondale died Tuesday, July 13 at Allied Hospice, Wilkes Barre. Her husband was the late Joseph Doyle. Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late John and Marjorie Moon Seigle, she was a teacher for many years. Surviving are: two brothers, Donald Seigle, Scranton and John Seigle, Carbondale; nieces and nephews....
Marion Ruth Green
Jul 5, 2021
Marion Ruth Green, 80, formerly of Bronx, New York passed away on July 5, 2021 at Geisinger Community Medical Center. She is survived by her husband of 20 years, Joseph Barone.
Born in Bronx, New York on August 4, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Ruth Hall Rath.
Marion was dedicated to her family and loved...
Elizabeth Patricia Cummins
Jul 5, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Elizabeth Patricia Cummins on July 5th 2021 at the age of 68.
Affectionately known as Auntie Liz. She is survived by her sister Ann, brothers Dudley (Joan) Russell, nephews Justin and Maceo and many beloved relatives and friends. Elizabeth was very dedicated to her family and friends whom she...
Eleanor Natalie Keegan
Jun 28, 2021
Eleanor N. Keegan, 83, of Olyphant, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday morning with her loving children by her side. Her husband, Edward Keegan, died in April of 2000. They were married on July 11, 1959.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Antoinette Morano DePietro and was a graduate of...
Joseph S. Iyoob
Jun 19, 2021
Joseph S. Iyoob June 19, 2021 Joseph S. Iyoob, Carbondale, died Saturday at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale. His wife of 67 years is Kay Pope Iyoob. Born in Carbondale, son of the late Simon and Rhoda Habeeb Iyoob, he was a Navy veteran. He was a proprietor of Iyoob Market, Carbondale for many years. In addition to his wife, Kay,...
Peter J. Gigliotti Sr.
Jun 9, 2021
Peter J. Gigliotti Sr. June 9, 2021 Peter J. Gigliotti Sr., 92, New Castle, Del., formerly of Carbondale, peacefully passed away Wednesday at Wilmington Hospital, Wilmington, Del. Born in Carbondale, son of the late Peter and Mary Cerra Gigliotti, he was a Navy veteran during the Korean War. He retired from Twin County Grocers in Edison, N.J. Peter enjoyed retirement,...
Marie "Mary" (Imbalzano) Gillette
Oct 1, 2021
Marie “Mary” Imbalzano Gillette
October 1, 2021
Marie “Mary” Imbalzano Gillette, 92, Carbondale, died Friday at Carbondale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Her husband of 59 years, was the late Joseph “Ditcho” Gillette.
Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Antonio and Josephine Alteriesi Imbalzano, Marie was a 1947 Carbondale Benjamin Franklin High School ...
Maryann Mark
Sep 14, 2021
MaryAnn Mark
September 14, 2021
MaryAnn Mark, 72, of Greenfield Twp., died Tuesday at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton. Her husband is Joseph Mark Sr.
Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late George and Angie Calanni Twardzik, she enjoyed time spent with her family. MaryAnn owned and produced Mark’s Specialty Foods and Pierogies...
Louis A. Gonsauls Sr.
Sep 9, 2021
Louis A. Gonsauls Sr.
September 9, 2021
Louis A. Gonsauls Sr., 92, Carbondale, died Thursday at Ellen Memorial Health Care, Honesdale. His wife was the late Audrey J. Gonsauls.
Born in Waymart, son of the late Roy and Margaret Moser Gunsauls, he was an Army veteran who served during the Korean War. He...
Gerald "Jerry" Monahan Jr.
Aug 29, 2021
Gerald “Jerry” Monahan Jr.
August 29, 2021
Gerald “Jerry” Monahan Jr., 60, South Abington Twp., died Sunday at Allied Hospice, Morgan Highway, Scranton.
Born in Carbondale, son of the late Gerald Monahan Sr. and Patricia McDonnell Monahan, Jerry was a Carbondale St. Rose High School and Penn State University graduate. He was an...
Dorrie Mullen Rogers
Aug 29, 2021
Dorrie Mullen Rogers, 62, passed away peacefully at Allied Services Scranton Hospice Center on Sunday with her husband at her side, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of Thomas W. Rogers for 42 years.
Dorrie was born on January 17, 1959 and was raised in Olyphant. Her parents were the late Joseph and...
Alice Russell Hill
Aug 25, 2021
Alice Russell Hill
August 25, 2021
Alice Russell Hill, 71, of Weatherly, formerly of Newton Lake, died Wednesday at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Hazleton.
Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Douglas and Florence Totsky Russell, she was a 1968 graduate of Norristown High School. Alice enjoyed her time at the lake and resided...
Viola Tomsky
Aug 16, 2021
Viola Tomsky August 16, 2021 Viola Tomsky, 89, Carbondale, died Monday at Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton. Her husband was the late Raymond Tomsky. Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Bruno and Amelia Santanna Ealo, she worked as a secretary at Saul’s Motors for many years. Viola loved to travel, to play bingo, to dance and to be with family....
Romayne Steinmetz
Aug 10, 2021
Romayne Steinmetz August 10, 2021 Romayne J. Steinmetz, 55, Exeter, died Tuesday at Geisinger CMC. Her husband is Jerry Willard. Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Gerald Carroll and Mary Jane Turano, she loved spending time with her grandchildren and family. She was an avid gardener. Surviving are: a daughter, Andrea Jackson, Carbondale; grandchildren, Gabrielle Baker, Lilly Baker and...
James "Jim" W. Kimble
Aug 9, 2021
James Kimble, 54, of Lancaster, NY, died unexpectedly on Monday, August 9. Jim is survived by his wife of 19 years, Kathleen (Kelley) and his son Noah, age 17. Born on April 18, 1967, he was the son of the late Lewis and Mary Ann Kimble, brother of Lewis and wife Zoe, sister Cheryl Ann, brother Dave, son-in-law of the...
Charles W. Dorne
Jul 23, 2021
Charles W. Dorne July 23, 2021 Charles W. Dorne, 79, Carbondale, died Friday at Allied Skilled Nursing Center, Scranton. His wife was the late Florence Van Riper. Born in Wanaque, New Jersey, son of the late Charles S. and Helen Conklin Dorne, he spent many years in construction (roofing). He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Surviving are: a daughter, Karen Tartar,...
Lance D. Mchugh
Jul 23, 2021
Lance D. McHugh July 23, 2021 Lance D. McHugh, 60, Lake Ariel, died Friday at Geisinger CMC. Born in Carbondale, son of the late William and Cora Stucker McHugh, he was a teacher in the Wayne Highlands and Western Wayne School Districts during his career. He was also a translator of the Spanish language and spent time as a cosmetologist....
Albert W. Matasavage
Jul 22, 2021
Albert W. Matasavage July 22, 2021 Albert W. Matasavage, 59, Scranton, died Thursday at home. Born in Scranton, son of the late Stanley and Elizabeth Jerome Matasavage, he was a self employed floor contractor. He had many friends who thought of him as a brother. Survivors include: two sons, AJ Matasavage, Moscow; Matthew Matasavage, Scranton; three grandchildren, Lexi, Nathan and...
Gerald Turano
Jul 20, 2021
Gerald “Puckey” Joseph Turano July 20, 2021 Gerald “Puckey” Joseph Turano, 81, of Carbondale died Tuesday at Allied Hospice Center, Scranton. His wife is Carol Ann Pidgeon Turano. They were married 61 years. Born in Vandling, son of the late Michael and Josephine Staskavage Turano, he was a craftsman at Gentex for many years. He loved spending time with his...
Frederick A. Smith Jr.
Jul 15, 2021
Frederick A. “Fritz” Smith Jr. July 15, 2021 Frederick A. “Fritz” Smith, Jr., 55, Carbondale, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 15th, at Geisinger Medical Center. Born in West Chester, PA, he was the son of Frederick A. Smith, Sr., and the late Beverly Jayne Smith, whom he loved and adored dearly. He was raised in West Bradford, PA, served...
Nan M. Doyle
Jul 13, 2021
Nan M. Doyle July 13, 2021 Nan M. Doyle, 89, Carbondale died Tuesday, July 13 at Allied Hospice, Wilkes Barre. Her husband was the late Joseph Doyle. Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late John and Marjorie Moon Seigle, she was a teacher for many years. Surviving are: two brothers, Donald Seigle, Scranton and John Seigle, Carbondale; nieces and nephews....
Marion Ruth Green
Jul 5, 2021
Marion Ruth Green, 80, formerly of Bronx, New York passed away on July 5, 2021 at Geisinger Community Medical Center. She is survived by her husband of 20 years, Joseph Barone.
Born in Bronx, New York on August 4, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Ruth Hall Rath.
Marion was dedicated to her family and loved...
Elizabeth Patricia Cummins
Jul 5, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Elizabeth Patricia Cummins on July 5th 2021 at the age of 68.
Affectionately known as Auntie Liz. She is survived by her sister Ann, brothers Dudley (Joan) Russell, nephews Justin and Maceo and many beloved relatives and friends. Elizabeth was very dedicated to her family and friends whom she...
Eleanor Natalie Keegan
Jun 28, 2021
Eleanor N. Keegan, 83, of Olyphant, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday morning with her loving children by her side. Her husband, Edward Keegan, died in April of 2000. They were married on July 11, 1959.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Antoinette Morano DePietro and was a graduate of...
Joseph S. Iyoob
Jun 19, 2021
Joseph S. Iyoob June 19, 2021 Joseph S. Iyoob, Carbondale, died Saturday at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale. His wife of 67 years is Kay Pope Iyoob. Born in Carbondale, son of the late Simon and Rhoda Habeeb Iyoob, he was a Navy veteran. He was a proprietor of Iyoob Market, Carbondale for many years. In addition to his wife, Kay,...
Peter J. Gigliotti Sr.
Jun 9, 2021
Peter J. Gigliotti Sr. June 9, 2021 Peter J. Gigliotti Sr., 92, New Castle, Del., formerly of Carbondale, peacefully passed away Wednesday at Wilmington Hospital, Wilmington, Del. Born in Carbondale, son of the late Peter and Mary Cerra Gigliotti, he was a Navy veteran during the Korean War. He retired from Twin County Grocers in Edison, N.J. Peter enjoyed retirement,...

