All Obituaries

Maria Curreli, 64, a lifelong resident of Shenandoah, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, April 23, 2024 in Allentown. Maria was born in Shenandoah on  July 15, 1959, a daughter of the late Dorothy (Lebby) Curreli and Salvadore "Sammy" Curreli of Shenandoah. She was educated in local schools and was employed by Jeld Wen in Ringtown, and later by the Shenandoah Valley School District, first as a teachers aide, then retiring as a culinary assistant in the...

Andrew Raddie, age 90, of Crownsville, MD passed away at his daughter’s home on Tuesday, October 6, 2020. Andrew was born on November 29, 1929, in Shenandoah, PA a son of the late Andrew J. and Julia (Smetana) Raddie. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for over 20 years – serving in both the Korean and Vietnam wars. After retiring as a Master Sargent from the Air Force, Andy worked in fleet management for both Smelkinson Foods and Waste Management. Andy was a...

Stephen M. Raddie, age 67, of Cameron, WV passed away on May 5, 2023 in Morgantown, WV. Steve was born on June 16, 1955 in Hempstead, NY, a son of the late Andrew and Phyllis Helene (Mernagh) Raddie. He worked as a union master electrician and retired from IBEW Local 26 in Washington, DC and he was a member of the American Legion Post 18 and Moose Lodge in Cameron, WV. Steve was preceded in death by his wife, De (2021) and son, Justin P. Raddie (2011). Surviving are his children, Stephen...

Tara Jo Bullock, 41, a resident of St. Clair, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 24th, 2024. Tara Jo was born in Naples, Florida on August 12, 1982.  She was a graduate of the East Stoudsburg Area High School, and was last employed as a claims representative in the insurance industry.   She enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, hiking and camping with her family, and attended the LCBC church in Hazleton. Tara Jo was preceded in death by a...

Robert W. Smart, III, 82, a resident of the Cove Village in Zion Grove, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre. Robert was born in Queens, New York on August 19, 1941, a son of the late Robert and Charlotte (Myers) Smart. After high school he enlisted in the United States Navy, serving both active duty and reserves.  He then began a lifelong career as a police officer, working in several different divisions of the New York...

Leroy Mourer, 79, a resident of Ringtown, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 1, 2024. Leroy was born on August 9, 1944, a son on the late Lee and Dolores (Sherman) Mourer. An avid outdoors person, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, along with spending time with his family. Leroy was retired from the Tyco Plastics in Ringtown, having been a long time employee for the company since its inception as Yankee Plastics, then Mr. Hanger, A&E Products and finally Tyco.  He also recently...

Virginia Neiswender, 93, a former resident of the Brandonville and Ringtown area, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 29, 2024 in Shenandoah, where she had recently resided. Virginia was born in Ringtown on October 31, 1930, a daughter of the late William and Blanche (Dresher) Zimmerman.  She worked in the local garment industry and was a member of the Ringtown Senior Citizens and St. John's Lutheran Church, where she was active in the ladies aid and a former member of church...

Doris Longenberger, 90, of Zion Grove, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 21, 2024. Doris was born in Zion Grove on March 4, 1933, a daughter of the late Ralph and Matilda (Lutz) Davis. A lifelong homemaker, Doris enjoyed crocheting, gardening and mowing her lawn.  Doris was a member of Saint Peter's 'Hargers' Union Church of Christ, and was active helping at various functions.  She also enjoyed helping make the candy Easter eggs for the Davis Chapel...

Mildred "Millie' Klem, 83, a resident of Old Bridge New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 1, 2024. Millie was born and raised in Frackville, a daughter of the late Clem and Helen (Careyva) Kosmisky.  After high school, she relocated to the New Jersey area along with her husband Peter, where they have resided since. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers Joseph and Robert. Millie is survived by her husband of 60 year,...

William 'Bucky' Sherman, 77, a life long resident of Zion Grove, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 29th, 2023. Bucky was born on November 25, 1947, a son of the late William and Emma (Shoup) Sherman. He was a graduate of the West Hazleton high school, and was retired, having been last employed as a long time welder for the former Pine Grove Homes. Bucky enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and picking mushrooms. He was a member of the Shenandoah Fish and Game Club. In...