Pennsylvania Obituary and Marriage Records, 1947-2010
Loretta C. Powers
Loretta C. Powers, 90, a former Scranton resident, died Thursday, November 2, 2006, in the Taylor Nursing Home. Born in Patterson, NJ., she was the daughter of the late Harry C. and Catherine Cuff Powers. She was of the Catholic faith and was a deeply religious woman. She was a retired employee of the former Globe Store. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting and was an avid dog lover.
Surviving is a niece Karen Phillips, Scranton and a nephew Walter C. Maghran, Moosic and grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by a sister Marie Maghran and also by a dear friend Louise Sorgiovani.
The funeral will be Saturday at 9:30 From the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in St. Mary Of Czestochowa Church, Greenwood, to be celebrated by Rev. Albert Oldfield, Pastor. Interment , Cathedral Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Memorial Contributions may be made to the donors favorite charity.
Milton C. Briefs
Milton C. Briefs, a Scranton resident, died Saturday, October 28, 2006 in Mountainview Care center. He was the husband of the late Doris R. Archese. Born in Brooklyn, NY., he was the son of the late Carl and Edith Forbes Briefs. He was self employed in the plumbing and heating business. He was an Army veteran of WWII. He loved life and enjoyed country dancing. Surviving is a daughter Linda Durham and husband William, Mansfield, TX, a sister Edith Windham, Columbia, SC. A grandson Daniel Briefs, Long Island, NY and a granddaughter Melissa Durham, Mansfield, TX. and nieces and nephews. Also surviving is a close companion, Catherine Reed, Clarks Summit. He was also preceded in death by a son Richard Briefs and two brothers Albert and Charles Briefs. The funeral will be Tuesday with a blessing service at 10 AM in the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Msgr. Michael Delaney, Pastor of Nativity Of Our Lord Church officiating. Interment Indiantown Gap Military Cemetery, Annville, Pa. Friends may call Monday from 5 to 8 PM.
Carl J. Schreiber
Carl J. Schreiber, 82, a lifelong South Scranton resident, died Monday, October 23, 2006 in Mercy Hospice. His wife was the late Barbara Collins, RN. who passed away in 1999 after 48 years of marriage. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Carl J. and Cora Hewsner Schreiber.
He was a member of St. Mary Of The Assumption Church and was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. He was employed at Capitol Records until it's closing and later retired from the Mercy Hospital. He was a WW11 Marine Corps Veteran. Papa's love in his life were his friends and family, especially his 6 grandchildren. Surviving is a son, Carl J. Jr, Scranton and two daughters, Deborah and husband Terrence Osborne, Scranton, and Mary Jane, Scranton. In addition are his 6 grandchildren: Rebekah Schreiber, Brian, Matthew, Melissa, Julie and Terry Osborne, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth H. Kettle.
The Funeral will be Thursday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Mary Of The Assumption Church, River St., to be celebrated by Msgr. Dale Rupert, Pastor. Interment , St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow. Friends may call Wednesday from 4 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Parish, 430 Pittston Ave. 18505.
Ella B. Novajosky
Ella B. Novajosky, 86, a resident of Moosic, died Friday, September 22, 2006 in Mercy Hospice. She was the widow of George M. Novajosky, Sr. who died Sept. 16, 1965. Born in Moosic, she was a daughter of the late William and Jesse Shotwell Kemler.
She was a member of The Church Of St. Joseph, Minooka. She was a former president of the Moosic Senior Citizens Club. She was a loving mother, grandmother and mother-in-law and will be deeply missed.
Surviving are two sons George Novajosky Jr and wife Mary Ann, Scranton and Joseph and wife Becky, Houston, Tx., a daughter Theresa Ceccacci and husband Vincent, Las Vegas, NV. Also two sisters Daisy Brown, Avoca and Beverly Griffin, Pittston and a sister-in-law Harriet Kemler, Roslyn, Pa. and a former daughter- in - law, Maryann Bankman, Northamdon, MA. Also 5 grandchildren George Novajosky lll and wife Paula, and Paul Novajosky and wife Loretta, all of Scranton, David Novajosky and wife Tracey, Vooheesville, NY, Atty. Vincent Ceccacci, Jr., Dallas TX. and Nicole Ceccacci, Las Vegas. Also 5 great grandchildren George lV, Kate, Samantha, Derek and Brenden Novajosky.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 AM in The Church Of St. Joseph, Davis St. by Rev. Francis Pauselli, Pastor. Interment , Parish Cemetery. Cremation took place at Maple Hill Crematory, Archbald. All are invited to go directly to church. In lieu of flowers memorial contribution may be made to Mercy Hospice, 746 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, 18501.
Francis A. Scholl
Francis A. Scholl, 86, a South Scranton resident, died Thursday, September 21, 2006 in VNA Hospice at CMC. Born in Scranton, he was a son of the late Joseph and Caroline Hillerman Scholl. He was a member of Nativity Of Our Lord Church.
He was a retired employee of Weldron Co., NJ and was an Army Veteran of WWII. He loved music and all sports especially the Pittsburg Steelers and the Mets. He enjoyed deep sea fishing. He loved to bargain, always in search of a good deal. He was a loving uncle who will be deeply missed.
Surviving are nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters Dolores Clifford and Ruth Wirth Jones. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday in Nativity Of Our Lord Church at 10 AM By Msgr. Michael Delaney, Pastor. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Avoca. Friends may call Tuesday from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM at the August J. Has Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., Scranton.
Charles Thomas " Corky" Murphy Jr
Charles Thomas " Corky" Murphy Jr., 65, died Saturday, September 9, 2006, of natural causes at his home in Hollywood, Ca. Born in Scranton, he was a son of Marcella A. McGee Murphy, Scranton, and the late Charles. T. Murphy , Sr. who died in 1974.
A star of stage, screen and television, he was a member of Actors Equity, the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. He was a member of The Blessed Sacrament Church in Hollywood and attended the University Of Scranton and Catholic University. Corky was proud of his life's career as a "working actor" who prior to a tragic and debilitating accident in 1982, was in demand for roles in the entertainment industry. A sampling of his talent can still be seen on TV reruns of "Barney Miller", "Sanford and Son", and "Laverne and Shirley" to name a few. Movie credits included "Nickelodeon", and Mel Brooks' "History Of The World, Part II", which also air occasionally. He performed on stage in roles on and off Broadway in New York, Los Angeles and other parts of the country including the Poconos and locally in Scranton Public Theatre productions of "The Odd Couple" and " A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum". His friends in the acting profession would easily constitute a cast of thousands.
In addition to his loving and ever supportive mother, Corky is survived by sisters Mary Agnes Salley and husband Charles of Danvers , MA; Elaine Stahl and husband James; brothers Patrick and wife Mary Kay, Michael; and James and wife Sylvia, all of Scranton; 6 nieces and 3 nephews and numerous Aunts, Uncles and cousins who will all miss his treasured birthday phone calls.
Corky stated in a 1989 Scranton Times article that a motto of his was a quote from St. Augustine which reads "Talent is a gift from God, performance is your gift to God". His family and friends firmly believe that God is now thanking Corky for all the presents he sent Him.
The funeral will be Monday, Sept. 18. at 10:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 11 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St. Scranton to be celebrated by Msgr. Michael Delaney, Pastor. Interment Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM..
Evelyn C. Ambrosini
Evelyn C. Ambrosini, 94, a resident of Roaring Brook Twp., died Friday, September 1, 2006 in VNA Hospice at CMC Hospital. She was the widow of Alfred Ambosini who died July 12, 2003 and the couple was married for 68 years. Born in Plains, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Charlotte Patterson Pachini. She was a member of St. Francis Of Assisi Church and it's Altar and Rosary Society. She was a graduate of Mansfield State Teachers College and taught 5th grade in Louisville KY. for many years. She and her late husband resided in Kentucky for 19 years before returning to the Moscow Area. She was devoted to her faith and her church.
Surviving are nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and cousins. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Ernest Pachini. The funeral will be Tuesday with Mass at 11 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church with Rev. David Cappelloni, a great nephew as principal celebrant. Entombment, Italian American Cemetery Mausoleum.
Friend may call Tuesday morning from 9 to 10:30 at the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., Scranton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St. Scranton, 18505.
August J. (Gus) Strasburger
August J. (Gus) Strasburger, Jr.,72, a South Scranton resident, died Sunday, August 27, 2006 in VNA Hospice at CMC. His wife is the former Veronica Lizak and the couple was married for 50 years. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late August and Margaret Nash Strasburger, Sr. He was educated in St. Mary Of The Assumption School and was a member of Nativity Of Our Lord Church. He was employed as a painting contractor and retired from the Chamberlain Corp. after 30 years of service in 1996. Our dad will be missed by all who knew him. He was a wonderful person and one can only dream of being like him. He would have done anything to help anyone. He was an avid hunter. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and doing for others. He was an active member of the Silver Sneakers program through Geisinger Health Plan and enjoyed his daily exercise with our mom.
Also surviving are 6 daughters Mary Gloskey, Old Forge, Barbara Reif, Scranton, Patricia Swingle, Throop, Christine Jaworski, Clarks Summit, Lisa Sokolowski, Old Forge and Lori Hutzky, Throop and a son John, Cape Coral Fl., three brothers, Joseph Fl., Thomas, Lake Ariel and Paul, Scranton and 26 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a daughter Jean Marie Kuna and a grandson Brandon August Gloskey. and two brothers Gerald and Ronald and a sister Elaine Byrne. The funeral will be Thursday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St. to be celebrated by Msgr. Michael Delaney, Pastor. Interment Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Friends may call Wednesday from 6 to 8 PM.
Virginia M. Jones
Virginia M. Jones, 92, a South Scranton resident, died Thursday, August 10, 2006, in Mercy Hospice. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Jones, on Feb. 26, 1979. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Maria Mancuso Talerico. She was a member of St. Mary Of The Assumption Church and it's Altar and Rosary Society. She was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and was a member of the CMC Auxiliary, Women's Civic League, Ladies Of The Elks, South Scranton After 50 Club and the Empyreal Society Of Dancing. She loved swimming, dancing and going places with family and friends. She was a caring, sharing and loving person who will be greatly missed, especially by her children who took care of her for the past several years.
Surviving is a son Harold Jones and wife Andrea, Factoryville, two daughters Marie Herman and husband Frank and Deborah Walter and husband, Russ, both of Scranton. Seven grandchildren Harold Jones, Jr and wife Ann, Christine Beck and husband Michael, Brian Jones, David Herman and wife Krista, Kristen Herman, Russ Walter and wife Lauren and Scott Walter. Also seven great grandchildren: Justin, Hallie, Daniel and Matthew Jones , Cierra and Michael Beck and Violet Herman. Also surviving are nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a daughter Eleanor Jones and a grandson Jason Walter, three brothers James, Frank and Sam Talerico and three sisters Margaret DePietro and Jennie and Caroline Talerico.
The funeral will be Monday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in St. Mary Of The Assumption Church, River St. to be celebrated by Msgr. Dale Rupert, Pastor. Interment Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
Marjorie A. Flannelly
Marjorie A. Flannelly, a South Scranton resident, died Tuesday, August 8, 2006 in VNA Hospice at CMC. She was the widow of the late John Flannelly who died in 1990.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Owen and Annabelle O'Malley Garvey. She was a member of Nativity Of Our Lord Church and it's choir. She was a member of the Singers Guild and was active in local musical circles. She formerly was employed by Tobyhanna Army Depot and the US Marshall's Office. She was a loving sister and friend and will be deeply missed.
Surviving are two sisters, Virginia DePaul, Mt. Pocono and Lucille O'Hara and husband Thomas, Clifton, NJ, nieces and nephews including Thomas O. O'Hara and also cousins. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St. by Msgr. Michael Delaney, Pastor. Interment St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow. There will be no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Humane Society Of Lackawanna County, 967 Griffin Pond Rd., Clarks Summit, Pa. 18411 Arrangements August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18505
Lucille M. Werner
Lucille M. Werner, 85, of the Northeast Apartments, Smallacombe Drive, died Saturday at Mercy Hospital Hospice Unit. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Arthur F. Werner, Sr. Born in Scranton, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Lucy Sullivan Mangan. She was a member of St. Mary Of The Assumption Church and it's Altar and Rosary Society and the Quilting Club. She was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. She had previously been employed by Tobyhanna Army Depot and the Convenient Food Marts. Lucille was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was always there to help others during their time of need, or to brighten their day with her keen sense of humor and infectious laugh. She will be dearly missed.
In addition to her enjoyment of quilting, she also enjoyed playing bingo, solving crossword puzzles, but most of all the company of her family and friends. Surviving are a daughter, Susan Carty, Newark, Del. and three sons: Arthur Jr., Scranton, Thomas, North Brunswick, N.J., and James, Binghamton, NY.: 9 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister Mary O'Donnell and two brothers Joseph and Eugene Mangan.
The funeral will be Tuesday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Mary Of The Assumption Church, River St. Scranton, to be celebrated by Msgr. Dale Rupert, Pastor. Interment , St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow. Friends may call Monday from 5 to 8 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy Hospice, 746 Jefferson Ave. Scranton, 18501.
James E. Kinney
James E. Kinney, 58, a resident of Moosic, died Friday, July 21, 2006 in Moses Taylor Hospital after an illness. He was the husband of the former Mary Theresa Schieber and the couple was married for 26 years. Born in Scranton he was the son of the late Paul and Ann Fuller Kinney.
He was a member of The Church Of Saint Joseph, Scranton. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and was awarded the Bronze Star with "V" Device, for Valor. He was disabled due to injuries suffered in action when his unit was attacked near An Loc, Vietnam. He was a member of the Knights Of Columbus, American Legion Post 5207, and was a Lifetime Member of the Disabled American Veterans. He was an avid bowler. He was a loving husband, Father and grandfather.
Also surviving is a daughter, Theresa Fox and husband Donald, Moosic, two granddaughters, Breanna and Brittany and two Aunts: Dolores Major and Frances Wash and nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a brother William. The funeral will be Monday at 8:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave, Scranton with Mass at 9 AM in The Church Of St. Joseph to be celebrated by Rev. Francis Paucelli, Pastor. Interment , Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Church Of St. Joseph, 312 Davis St. Scranton,18505.
Florence ( Flora) Benci Iori
Florence ( Flora) Benci Iori, 92, a lifelong South Scranton resident, died Monday, July 17, 2006 in Mountainview Care Center. She was the widow of Ralph Iori, Sr., who died in 1978. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Ferrucio and Inez Poli Benci.
She was a member of St. Francis Of Assisi Church and was a former member of it's Altar and Rosary Society. She was formerly employed by the Scranton Dry Goods Co.. She was a partner with her late brother in Island View Resort, Lake Wallenpaupack. She formerly owned and operated the well known Scranton night club, The Glass Hat, in the 1940's through the 1960's. She was a member of Scranton Women's Civic League and the 20th Ward Social and Athletic Club.
She instilled stength, honor and character in her children. She was a loving mother and grandmother who loved to cook for her family. Surviving is a son Attorney Ralph Iori, Jr and wife, Charlotte, Elmhurst and a daughter, Inez Stabilito and husband, George, Lansdale, Pa., 4 grandchildren: Kevin Smith, Gina Hupperterz, Christopher Iori and Jessica Barbuti, 7 greatgrandchildren: Christina, Joshua, Brian, Gerry, Julia, Allyson and Peter William. Also surviving are nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother Joseph Benci and a sister Gina Koppenhaver and a grandson Brian Smith.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St. to be celebrated by Msgr. Philip A. Gray, Pastor. Interment Italian American Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday from 4 to 8 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Italian American Cemetery Association, c/o Mario Tomarelli, 1833 Prospect Ave. Scranton,18505.
Helen Slavinskas
Helen Slavinskas, 94, of Pleasant Mount, Pa., formerly a lifelong resident of South Scranton, died July 11, 2006, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Robert Non, Pleasant Mount. She was preceded in death by her husband, William, " Dip" Slavinskas, who died in 1988. Helen was born in South Scranton on August 2, 1911, daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Moore Dippre.
She was a graduate of St. John The Evangelist High School, Class of 1929. For over 40 years she assisted her husband in the operation of Dip's TV at their Pittston Ave. address. A devout Catholic, she attended daily Mass and belonged to the founding chapter of Pennsylvanians For Human Life. She was a member of the Church Of The Nativity Of Our Lord and it's weekly Charismatic Prayer Group. She also was an ardent supporter of EWTN television network and CTV since their inception.
Also surviving are two other daughters: Sister Mary Helen, IHM, elementary principal at St Dominic's, Oyster Bay, NY. and Cathy Best and husband, Howard, Scranton, a sister Nan Joseph and brother Robert Dippre, both of Scranton. Also 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant son, William Slavinskas, Jr. and three sisters: Catherine Dippre, Madelyn Joyce O'Hearn and Leona Oates and one brother, Joseph.
The funeral will be Friday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St. to be celebrated by Msgr. Michael Delaney, Pastor. Interment , Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 4 to 8 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Radio, 750-155 AM, " The Stations Of The Cross", PO Box 851, Pittston, Pa. 18640.
Anna Mae Hughes
Anna Mae Hughes, 76, a South Scranton resident, died unexpectedly Sunday, July 2, 2006 in CMC after a brief illness. She was the widow of Frank T. Hughes, Sr., who died November 8, 1993. The couple was married for 42 years. Born in Scranton, she was a daughter of the late John and Madeline Baltes Delaney. She was a member of Nativity Of Our Lord Church. She was a graduate of St. Mary's High School and St. Mary's School of Nursing. Until being stricken ill, she was employed as the night shift supervisor for Beverly Health Care System at Adams Manor. She enjoyed her trips to the Sands Casino in Atlantic City.
She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed. Surviving are 5 daughters: Patricia Hughes, Nanticoke, Peggy Duffy, Scranton, Mary Harrison and husband Fred, Old Forge, Paula Hughes, with whom she resided, Judi Clemons and husband Pat, Scranton and one son: Frank Hughes, Jr and wife, Nancy, Ashley. Also ten grandchildren; Floyd and John Holl, Andre and Marissa Battis, Brent and Frank Hughes, Brian and Christina Harrison and Patrick and Nicholas Clemens. Also surviving nieces and nephews She was preceded in death by a daughter Mary Beth Hughes.
Also seven great grandchildren: Rocco and Arianna Scarfo, James and Alexandra Holl, John Holl, Jr., Austin and William Hughes. The funeral will be Thursday at 11 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202Pittston Ave., Scranton with Mass at 11:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St. to be celebrated by Msgr. Michael Delaney, Pastor. Interment , Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday from 4 to 8 PM.
Theresa Bisignani
Theresa Bisignani, 95, a South Scranton resident, died Saturday, July 1, 2006, in Mountainview Care Center. Theresa was born in Scranton February 20, 1911, and has been a lifelong resident.
She was the firstborn of 9 children to Joseph and Adella Piscione Bisignani who came to America from the province of Chieti, Italy. She was a member of St. Francis Of Assisi Church and it's Altar and Rosary Society. She managed to walk to Sunday Mass until she was in her 80's. Theresa was unable to complete her education at Central High School because she had to help her family. At age 16, she began working at McNeill's Pharmacy. She was always industrious and had a strong work ethic. She also was employed by The Globe Store, Scranton Talk, Daystrom and Bartikowski's.
Her favorite pastimes were her family, attending family parties, baking and attending to her home. She possessed a wonderful sense of humor. Theresa was fondly called " Zizzi", by her nieces and nephews. Zizzi is a shortened Italian word for Zia or aunt. Surviving is a devoted sister, Irene Wyandt, Scranton, 11 nieces and nephews including Frances Bordogna who was at Theresa's bedside when she was called to her Heavenly home.
Also there are 21 Grandnieces and grandnephews and 3 great grand nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 7 brothers, Frank, Victor, Edward, Sylvestor, Leonard, George and Thomas, all of whom served in the Armed Forces during World War 11.
The funeral will be Wednesday from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church to be celebrated by Msgr. Philip A. Gray, Pastor. Entombment, Italian American Cemetery. There will be no calling hours.
Paul B. Walsh, Sr
Paul B. Walsh, Sr. a South Scranton resident, died Friday, June 30, 2006 in VNA Hospice at CMC. He was the husband of the former Loretta Coco and the couple recently celebrated their 57 anniversary. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret Gibbons Walsh. He was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. He was a retired Superintendent for the former Peabody and Wind Engineering Corp. He was also a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union, Local 19. He was a member of St. Francis Of Assisi Church. He was a Navy Veteran of World War 11 and the Korean Conflict. He was awarded the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, US Navy Medal, National Defense Medal, UN Korean Medal, World War 11 Victory Medal and the Korean Service Medal. He was a member of VFW Rabiega Gorgol Post.
He was a loving Husband, Father and grandfather and was an avid fisherman and enjoyed reading. He was very fond of his Navy service and his heart will always be with the sea. Also surviving are two sons, Paul B. Walsh Jr., and John Walsh, both of Scranton, Three grandchildren: Talia, Justin and Breena, a brother James, Scranton and Nieces and Nephews.
He was preceded in death by a brother Joseph. The funeral will be Monday at 9AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Francis Of Assis Church to be celebrated by Msgr. Philip A. Gray, Pastor. Interment Italian American Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 2 to 6 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Church, 630 Genet St. Scranton, 18505 or to VNA Hospice, 311 Delaware St. Olyphant.
Jule E. Ryan
Jule E. Ryan, 93, a former South Scranton resident, died Thursday, June 15, 2006 in St. Mary's Villa Nursing Home. She was the widow of Cornelius Ryan who died June 15, 1956. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late James and Ellen Haggerty Callahan. She was a member of Nativity Of Our Lord Church, was a retired employee of the Scranton School District and was a former member of the Elks Club Auxiliary. Surviving is a son James and wife Audrey Ryan, Madisonville and two granddaughters Tricia and Kathleen Ryan, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 4 brothers: John, Daniel, Charles and James Callahan.
The funeral will be Saturday at 9 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 9:30 AM in Nativity Of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St, to be celebrated by Msgr. Michael Delaney, Pastor. Interment , Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call today from 5 to 8 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Villa Nursing Home, 675 St. Mary's Villa Road, Moscow, Pa. 18444.
Frank V. Falzone
Frank V. Falzone, 84, a South Scranton resident, died Thursday morning at the VNA Hospice Unit of Moses Taylor Hospital. His wife of 34 years is the former Mary Doria.
Born in Pittston, he was a son of the late Orazio and Calogera Agro Falzone. He was a graduate of Pittston High School, class of 1939. He was formerly employed by Stella D'oro Cookies and MarkData of Pittston. He was a member of St. Francis Of Assisi Church, Scranton and was a member of Fides Society Of St. Rocco's Church, Pittston, Knights Of Columbus, council 372, Pittston, and the Pittston Twp. Bowling League. He was a World War 11 Army veteran and was a past member of the Big Band Society Of NEPA. Frank was a trusted and valued associate of the Haas Funeral Home for 14 years.
Also surviving is a daughter Christine Falzone, Pittston Twp., two sons, Frank and wife Genevieve Falzone of West Wyoming and Willie and wife Lisa of Pittston. Also grandsons Frank, Anthony and Dominic Falzone. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Anne Mancuso Falzone and a son Orazio, brother Joseph and a sister Grace Falzone.
The funeral will be Saturday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. Scranton with Mass at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Msgr. Philip. A. Gray, Pastor. Interment , Italian American Cemetery, Scranton. Friends may call Today from 4 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Of Assisi Church.
Jennifer Michelle Noll
Jennifer Michelle Noll 21, a lifelong resident of Springbrook Twp. died Friday in Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of William and Kim Nichols Noll Jr., Springbrook Twp.
She was a member of St. Catherine Of Sienna Church, Moscow. She was a graduate of North Pocono High School, class of 2004 where she was voted class sweetheart. She was an enthusiastic and devoted employee of Allied Services for the past three years. She enjoyed work, music, family, friends and day trips with her dad in his 18 wheeler. She was a loving daughter, sister, granddaughter and niece. She made family and friends appreciate love and life just by her smile and laughter.
McDonald's fries and McNuggats were her favorite entree. She also enjoyed overnite stays in motels on trips. She was a recipient of the Make A Wish Foundation in 2002. Through the foundation, she and her family had a wonderful vacation in Disneyworld where her wish became a reality. Her life was touched by so many special people, doctors, nurses, teachers, family and friends. She will be missed dearly. Everyday to Jennifer was the best day of her life.
Also surviving are a brother, William J. Noll 111 and a sister, Melissa Noll, Springbrook Twp., Paternal grandmother Betty Noll, Springbrook Twp., Aunts Uncles cousins and Great Aunts and Great Uncles. She was preceded in death by Maternal Grandparents David and Mildred Fielding Nichols and Paternal Grandfather William J. Noll Sr. The funeral will be Tuesday at 9:15 from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 10 AM in St. Catherine Of Sienna Church, Moscow. Celebrant, Rev. Michael Finn, Pastor, Interment , Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Friends may call Monday from 2-4 and 6-9. Friends are asked to go directly to the church Tuesday morning.
