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Obituaries for Lawrence A Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services

Amber Brenzovich

Amber Brenzovich

Feb 3, 2023

Amber Brenzovich

February 3, 2023

Amber Brenzovich, 43, of Mayfield, died Friday at Geisinger Community Medical Center. Her husband is George Brenzovich.

Born in Honesdale, daughter of David and Rosemary Swingle Tregaskis, she was a homemaker, loved her family, enjoyed swimming and baking, and was an Autism advocate. She enjoyed the simple things in life....

Thomas "Tk" Kuduk

Thomas "Tk" Kuduk

Jan 18, 2023

Thomas “TK” Kuduk January 18, 2023

Thomas “TK” Kuduk, 70, Jessup, passed away at home following a lengthy illness.

Born on Dec. 22, 1952 and raised in Scranton, Tom was the son of the late Leon and Claire Lawler Kuduk. A graduate of Scranton Central High School, he began his career in sales and worked...

James "Tarzan" Heenan Sr.

James "Tarzan" Heenan Sr.

Jan 12, 2023

James “Tarzan” Heenan Sr. January 12, 2023

James “Tarzan” Heenan Sr., Waymart, died Thursday at home surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Agnes Keller Heenan. The couple shared 40 years together.

Born in Carbondale, son of the late Roger and Mildred O’Connor Heenan, he was educated in the Carbondale public school...

Judy Fofi

Judy Fofi

Jan 9, 2023

Judy Fofi January 9, 2023

Judy Fofi, 75, Waymart, died Monday at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Donald and Rose Mang Hadsell, she worked for years at Gentex Corporation as an inspector. She enjoyed NASCAR, crossword puzzles, the casinos, Sunday dinner, swimming in her pool and going to the...

Karl "Doc" Parry

Karl "Doc" Parry

Jan 6, 2023

Karl (Doc) Parry January 6, 2023

Karl (Doc) Parry, Scranton, died Friday at Geisinger Community Medical Center. He was the husband of Alma Paniagua.

Born in Stroudsburg, PA, son of the late Edmund Parry Sr. and Phyllis Frisbie, he was an outgoing man that enjoyed making people laugh. He had a love for horror, Weird...

Leslie "Georgia" Edwards

Leslie "Georgia" Edwards

Jan 1, 2023

Leslie “Georgia” Edwards January 1, 2023

Leslie “Georgia” Edwards, 66, Carbondale, died Sunday at Geisinger Community Medical Center after a courageous year-long battle with cancer.

Born in Liberty N.Y., daughter of the late Kenneth and Patricia Ackerly Edwards, Leslie opened her home to everyone. She loved animals especially her dog, Selena.

Survivors include...

Lydia Ann Haas

Lydia Ann Haas

Dec 30, 2022

Lydia Ann Haas December 30, 2022

Lydia Ann Haas, 85, Jermyn, died Friday at home.

Born in CA., daughter of the late Ernest and Mable Thomas Kelley, she worked in the banking industry and was a bartender at a California casino until just a few years ago. Lydia enjoyed spending time at the casino and...

Isadora (Sheare) Gerdusky

Isadora (Sheare) Gerdusky

Dec 24, 2022

Isadora Sheare Gerdusky December 24, 2022

Isadora Sheare Gerdusky, 84, Olyphant died Saturday at her residence.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Trevor and Ann Morrison Sheare, she loved spending time with her family, and enjoyed going to bingo and to casinos. The family thanks Traditional Care and Traditional Hospice for their compassionate care....

Thomas Dzwonczyk

Thomas Dzwonczyk

Nov 28, 2022

Thomas Dzwonczyk

November 28, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Dzwonczyk. Tom passed away on Nov. 28 at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore.

Born in Elizabeth, N.J. on June 8, 1967, he was the son of the late Stanley and Philomena Renna Dzwonczyk. He attended...

Martha B. Mauro

Martha B. Mauro

Nov 18, 2022

Martha B. Mauro

November 18, 2022

Martha B. Mauro, 76, of Carbondale, passed away peacefully Friday after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of Raymond Mauro, with whom she recently celebrated 58 years of marriage.

Born in Simpson, daughter of the late Russell Brooks and Antoinette Roskoski Brooks Antrim...

Melissa Stalter

Melissa Stalter

Nov 17, 2022

Melissa Stalter

August 3, 1986 – November 17, 2022

Melissa Stalter, age 36, resident of Childs, PA, passed away Thursday morning, as a result of a tragic accident.

Born and raised in Port Jervis, NY, she is the daughter of the late Robert Stalter, Jr., and the late Kelly (Hess) Coleman.

...

Gerard Joseph "Jerry" Mchale

Gerard Joseph "Jerry" Mchale

Nov 17, 2022

Gerard Joseph “Jerry” McHale

November 17, 2022

Gerard Joseph “Jerry” McHale, Carbondale, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 17, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Archbald, son of the late John and Sadie Barrett McHale, he was a graduate of Archbald High School, Class of 1962.

Jerry is...

Claire J. Thomas

Claire J. Thomas

Oct 25, 2022

Claire J. Thomas

October 25, 2022

Claire J. Thomas, 93, Carbondale, died Tuesday at home. Her husband was the late David Thomas.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late John R. and Anna Stiles Williams, she worked for many years as an LPN at Carbondale General Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital. She loved...

Gary F. Kielar Jr.

Gary F. Kielar Jr.

Oct 9, 2022

Gary F. Kielar Jr. October 09, 2022

Gary F. Kielar Jr., 44, Carbondale, died Sunday at Allied Hospice, Scranton.

Born in Carbondale, he was the son of Debbie Carite Kielar, and Gary F. Kielar and Carol Kielar.

He is survived by a daughter, Ava Kielar; half-sisters, Cassie Clarkson, of Plymouth; Marissa Grosso and...

Paul J. Sampson

Paul J. Sampson

Oct 7, 2022

Paul J. Sampson

October 7, 2022

Paul J. Sampson, 85, of Scranton, died Friday at Allied Hospice Center, Scranton. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Helen Zdonski. The couple had been married for 56 years.

Born Feb. 8, 1937, son of the late Laura Sampson, he was a veteran...

Sally Ann Howe Embree

Sally Ann Howe Embree

Oct 5, 2022

Sally Ann Howe Embree July 12, 2022

Sally Ann Howe Embree, 84, passed away July 12, 2022, in Fort Pierce, Fla. Sally was born to Clare and Buddy Howe in Carbondale, Pa. She moved to West Islip, N.Y. after college and then made her way to Stuart, Fla., for more than 40 years before relocating to Fort...

Areiana Wilson

Areiana Wilson

Sep 27, 2022

Areiana Wilson September 27, 2022

Areiana Wilson, 15, Carbondale died Tuesday at home. Born in Scranton, daughter of Joseph Wilson and Yajaira Ocasio, she was an amazing child who put a smile on everyone. She was grateful for the smallest things in life.

She is also survived by: a grandmother, Crystal Oliveira, Forest City; aunt,...

Frances Capozzi

Frances Capozzi

Sep 22, 2022

Frances Capozzi September 22, 2022

Frances Capozzi, 87, Forest City, died at home on Thursday morning. Her husband was the late Thomas Capozzi.

Born in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Katherine Snow. The family extends its sincere gratitude to Jennah McDonough for her assistance during this difficult time....

Diane Melko

Diane Melko

Sep 5, 2022

Diane Melko September 5, 2022

Diane Melko, 61, Carbondale, died Monday at Regional Hospital, Scranton.

Born in Connecticut, daughter of the late Theodore W. Melko and Vera Oaks, she was a CNA. Her favorite animal was her dog, Fattie.

Surviving are: a daughter, Melissa Melko, Carbondale; grandchildren, Jelyssa Delrosario, Hailey Melko, Kayden Melko...

Marlene Peterson

Marlene Peterson

Aug 25, 2022

Marlene Peterson, 80, of Scranton, passed away peacefully Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, at Allied Services Hospice after a prolonged illness.

Born Aug. 16, 1942, in West Scranton, she is survived by her two daughters, Lisa Kavulich Algar and Lori Dructor and her two granddaughters, Stephanie and Melissa Algar, lovingly known to them as Grandma Horsey. She was...

Amber Brenzovich

Amber Brenzovich

Feb 3, 2023

Amber Brenzovich

February 3, 2023

Amber Brenzovich, 43, of Mayfield, died Friday at Geisinger Community Medical Center. Her husband is George Brenzovich.

Born in Honesdale, daughter of David and Rosemary Swingle Tregaskis, she was a homemaker, loved her family, enjoyed swimming and baking, and was an Autism advocate. She enjoyed the simple things in life....

Thomas "Tk" Kuduk

Thomas "Tk" Kuduk

Jan 18, 2023

Thomas “TK” Kuduk January 18, 2023

Thomas “TK” Kuduk, 70, Jessup, passed away at home following a lengthy illness.

Born on Dec. 22, 1952 and raised in Scranton, Tom was the son of the late Leon and Claire Lawler Kuduk. A graduate of Scranton Central High School, he began his career in sales and worked...

James "Tarzan" Heenan Sr.

James "Tarzan" Heenan Sr.

Jan 12, 2023

James “Tarzan” Heenan Sr. January 12, 2023

James “Tarzan” Heenan Sr., Waymart, died Thursday at home surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Agnes Keller Heenan. The couple shared 40 years together.

Born in Carbondale, son of the late Roger and Mildred O’Connor Heenan, he was educated in the Carbondale public school...

Judy Fofi

Judy Fofi

Jan 9, 2023

Judy Fofi January 9, 2023

Judy Fofi, 75, Waymart, died Monday at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Donald and Rose Mang Hadsell, she worked for years at Gentex Corporation as an inspector. She enjoyed NASCAR, crossword puzzles, the casinos, Sunday dinner, swimming in her pool and going to the...

Karl "Doc" Parry

Karl "Doc" Parry

Jan 6, 2023

Karl (Doc) Parry January 6, 2023

Karl (Doc) Parry, Scranton, died Friday at Geisinger Community Medical Center. He was the husband of Alma Paniagua.

Born in Stroudsburg, PA, son of the late Edmund Parry Sr. and Phyllis Frisbie, he was an outgoing man that enjoyed making people laugh. He had a love for horror, Weird...

Leslie "Georgia" Edwards

Leslie "Georgia" Edwards

Jan 1, 2023

Leslie “Georgia” Edwards January 1, 2023

Leslie “Georgia” Edwards, 66, Carbondale, died Sunday at Geisinger Community Medical Center after a courageous year-long battle with cancer.

Born in Liberty N.Y., daughter of the late Kenneth and Patricia Ackerly Edwards, Leslie opened her home to everyone. She loved animals especially her dog, Selena.

Survivors include...

Lydia Ann Haas

Lydia Ann Haas

Dec 30, 2022

Lydia Ann Haas December 30, 2022

Lydia Ann Haas, 85, Jermyn, died Friday at home.

Born in CA., daughter of the late Ernest and Mable Thomas Kelley, she worked in the banking industry and was a bartender at a California casino until just a few years ago. Lydia enjoyed spending time at the casino and...

Isadora (Sheare) Gerdusky

Isadora (Sheare) Gerdusky

Dec 24, 2022

Isadora Sheare Gerdusky December 24, 2022

Isadora Sheare Gerdusky, 84, Olyphant died Saturday at her residence.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Trevor and Ann Morrison Sheare, she loved spending time with her family, and enjoyed going to bingo and to casinos. The family thanks Traditional Care and Traditional Hospice for their compassionate care....

Thomas Dzwonczyk

Thomas Dzwonczyk

Nov 28, 2022

Thomas Dzwonczyk

November 28, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Dzwonczyk. Tom passed away on Nov. 28 at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore.

Born in Elizabeth, N.J. on June 8, 1967, he was the son of the late Stanley and Philomena Renna Dzwonczyk. He attended...

Martha B. Mauro

Martha B. Mauro

Nov 18, 2022

Martha B. Mauro

November 18, 2022

Martha B. Mauro, 76, of Carbondale, passed away peacefully Friday after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of Raymond Mauro, with whom she recently celebrated 58 years of marriage.

Born in Simpson, daughter of the late Russell Brooks and Antoinette Roskoski Brooks Antrim...

Melissa Stalter

Melissa Stalter

Nov 17, 2022

Melissa Stalter

August 3, 1986 – November 17, 2022

Melissa Stalter, age 36, resident of Childs, PA, passed away Thursday morning, as a result of a tragic accident.

Born and raised in Port Jervis, NY, she is the daughter of the late Robert Stalter, Jr., and the late Kelly (Hess) Coleman.

...

Gerard Joseph "Jerry" Mchale

Gerard Joseph "Jerry" Mchale

Nov 17, 2022

Gerard Joseph “Jerry” McHale

November 17, 2022

Gerard Joseph “Jerry” McHale, Carbondale, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 17, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Archbald, son of the late John and Sadie Barrett McHale, he was a graduate of Archbald High School, Class of 1962.

Jerry is...

Claire J. Thomas

Claire J. Thomas

Oct 25, 2022

Claire J. Thomas

October 25, 2022

Claire J. Thomas, 93, Carbondale, died Tuesday at home. Her husband was the late David Thomas.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late John R. and Anna Stiles Williams, she worked for many years as an LPN at Carbondale General Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital. She loved...

Gary F. Kielar Jr.

Gary F. Kielar Jr.

Oct 9, 2022

Gary F. Kielar Jr. October 09, 2022

Gary F. Kielar Jr., 44, Carbondale, died Sunday at Allied Hospice, Scranton.

Born in Carbondale, he was the son of Debbie Carite Kielar, and Gary F. Kielar and Carol Kielar.

He is survived by a daughter, Ava Kielar; half-sisters, Cassie Clarkson, of Plymouth; Marissa Grosso and...

Paul J. Sampson

Paul J. Sampson

Oct 7, 2022

Paul J. Sampson

October 7, 2022

Paul J. Sampson, 85, of Scranton, died Friday at Allied Hospice Center, Scranton. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Helen Zdonski. The couple had been married for 56 years.

Born Feb. 8, 1937, son of the late Laura Sampson, he was a veteran...

Sally Ann Howe Embree

Sally Ann Howe Embree

Oct 5, 2022

Sally Ann Howe Embree July 12, 2022

Sally Ann Howe Embree, 84, passed away July 12, 2022, in Fort Pierce, Fla. Sally was born to Clare and Buddy Howe in Carbondale, Pa. She moved to West Islip, N.Y. after college and then made her way to Stuart, Fla., for more than 40 years before relocating to Fort...

Areiana Wilson

Areiana Wilson

Sep 27, 2022

Areiana Wilson September 27, 2022

Areiana Wilson, 15, Carbondale died Tuesday at home. Born in Scranton, daughter of Joseph Wilson and Yajaira Ocasio, she was an amazing child who put a smile on everyone. She was grateful for the smallest things in life.

She is also survived by: a grandmother, Crystal Oliveira, Forest City; aunt,...

Frances Capozzi

Frances Capozzi

Sep 22, 2022

Frances Capozzi September 22, 2022

Frances Capozzi, 87, Forest City, died at home on Thursday morning. Her husband was the late Thomas Capozzi.

Born in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Katherine Snow. The family extends its sincere gratitude to Jennah McDonough for her assistance during this difficult time....

Diane Melko

Diane Melko

Sep 5, 2022

Diane Melko September 5, 2022

Diane Melko, 61, Carbondale, died Monday at Regional Hospital, Scranton.

Born in Connecticut, daughter of the late Theodore W. Melko and Vera Oaks, she was a CNA. Her favorite animal was her dog, Fattie.

Surviving are: a daughter, Melissa Melko, Carbondale; grandchildren, Jelyssa Delrosario, Hailey Melko, Kayden Melko...

Marlene Peterson

Marlene Peterson

Aug 25, 2022

Marlene Peterson, 80, of Scranton, passed away peacefully Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, at Allied Services Hospice after a prolonged illness.

Born Aug. 16, 1942, in West Scranton, she is survived by her two daughters, Lisa Kavulich Algar and Lori Dructor and her two granddaughters, Stephanie and Melissa Algar, lovingly known to them as Grandma Horsey. She was...

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