All Obituaries

Thomas W. Burke, of Ringtown, was called home to be with the Lord on April 9, 2021.  He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at The Schuylkill Medical Center - East after a brief and courageous battle with cancer and complications from COVID-19. He was born on May 21, 1938 in Philadelphia and was the son of the late Attorney Joseph and Irene (nee: Moore) Burke. He was a graduate of LaSalle Military Academy, Oakdale, NY and St. Francis University, Loretta, PA....

Steven 'Stevie' Davis, 56, of Ringtown, passed away Wednesday, April 7th, 2021, surrounded by his family at the Lehigh Valley-Cedar Crest Hospital in Allentown. Stevie was born in Camp Lejeune, NC on August 13, 1964, a son of the late Marian (Shafransky) Davis. He attended North Schuylkill High School and was currently employed by the Blaschak Coal Company, where he was a member of the United Mineworkers of America.  Stevie was a talented welder and mechanic, who enjoyed...

Linda Lucas, 64, of Zion Grove, passed away Friday, April 2nd, 2021. Linda was born in Ashland, on May 26, 1956, a daughter of the late Norma (Hinderliter) and Nevin  Moyer.  She attended the former Rock Glen school and was a graduate of the West Hazleton High School. Linda devoted her life to social work, having worked with the elderly as an activites director at the former Heights Nursing Home, and lastly working with Luzerne County as a social worker.  She was a lifetime...

Anthony C. Campanicki, 59, of Ringtown,  passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 29th, 2021. Anthony was born in Bristol, on November 25, 1961, a son of Theresa Campanicki and the late John Campanicki. He was a 1980 graduate of the Cardinal Brennan High School and worked as a welder in the industrial and heavy equipment industry. Anthony enjoyed hunting and fishing, and he was a fan of NHRA drag racing.  He was a talented mechanic who was always willing to help out anyone in...

Paul Foose, 53, of Shenandoah,  passed away at home on Thursday, March 18th, 2021, surrounded by his family. Paul was born in Shenandoah, on May 26, 1967, a son of the late Alice (VanHorn) and Clarence  Foose. He was a graduate of the West Hazleton High School and Vo-Tech, where he studied masonry. Paul last worked in the parts and tool department at Cargill in Humbolt.  Prior to that, he was employed as a machine operator and maintenance man for the former Chromatex plant...

Dolores Schlauch, 81, of Zion Grove, passed away on Tuesday, March 16th, 2021. Dolores was born in Shenandoah, on August 14, 1939, a daughter of the late Mary (Robel) and James  Hilbert, and she attended and graduated from the Shenandoah High School. A lifelong homemaker, Dolores  was a very talented cook as well as a kind person who would do anything for anyone.  She enjoyed shopping, especially going to yard sales. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Christopher J. Blackwell, 42, of Lost Creek, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 15th, 2021 in Hazleton. Christopher was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado on August 15, 1978, a son of James Blackwell Sr., of Frackville and the late Eileen (Knipe) Blackwell. He attended the Shenandoah Valley School district, and was working as an auto mechanic for Primo's Garage in Lost Creek. Chris enjoyed four-wheeling, but he especially loved spending time with his daughter and fiancee. In...

Phyllis Eva Deebel, 78, of Souderton, passed away on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at Grand View Hospital in West Rockhill Township. Born in Northern Schuylkill County, she was a daughter of the late Lee R. and Eva D. (Sherman) Maurer. She was retired, having been employed in production at Merck & Co. in North Wales, PA, for 30 years. Phyliss was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Telford.  In her free time, she enjoyed reading, but most importantly, spending time with...

ATTENTION:  PUBLIC SERVICES FOR BARB HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED GRAVESIDE SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 11 AM ON SATURDAY MARCH 20th, 2021 at the St. John's Cemetery in Ringtown.     Barbara Wood, 76, of Ringtown, passed away Saturday, February 27th, 2021, at her residence. Barb was born in Shenandoah, on October 14, 1944, a daughter of the late Blanche (Long) and Thomas  Grow, Sr. She was graduate of the former Ringtown high school and was a member of St. John's...

Ronald 'Rocky' Truhan, 86, of Zion Grove, passed away Saturday, February 27th,  2021, at his residence. Rocky was born in Ringtown, on December 21, 1934, a son of the late Ella Mae (Laudeman) and Alex Truhan. He was a 1953 graduate of the Conygham Township High School in Aristes, then entered the US Army, serving during the Korean War. Rocky was a retired ironworker, and was an avid outdoorsman, having been a member of the Ringtown Valley Sportsmans Club In addition to his...