Schuylkill County, PA Funeral Home Obituaries & Death Notices

Obituaries for our Funeral Homes in Pottsville, Schuylkill Haven, New Philadelphia & Cressona

Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. Yet, for those who have recently experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary means so much more. It is a bittersweet reminder of all we've lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. If you have recently lost someone you love, we hope that you will accept our condolences.


Below is a listing of all of our local Schuylkill Haven, Cressona, New Philadelphia and Pottsville funeral home obituaries and death notices. Both our current and past services are available for friends and family to revisit and reflect on the memories of your loved one. Each of the local obituaries comes with an interactive online memorial. Within each memorial is the obituary/death notice of the deceased, a space to leave messages of condolence, a section to share photos and videos, a store to purchase funeral flowers and so much more.


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We provide obituaries in all local newspapers serving the Schuylkill Haven, Cressona, Pottsville, Orwigsburg, Pine Grove, Auburn, Deer Lake, Lake Wynonah, Friedensburg, St Clair, Cumbola, Summit Station, Port Clinton, Minersville, Port Carbon, New Philadelphia and New Ringgold communities. 


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Frank Eugene Zimmerman, Jr.

Frank Eugene Zimmerman, Jr.

Jun 11, 2026

Frank Eugene Zimmerman, Jr., 60, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Thursday, June 11th, at home.

Frank was born in York on June 26, 1965, a son of Barbara (Reher) and the late Frank E. Zimmerman, Sr.

He was the widower of Sherry (Canfield) Zimmerman.

Frank was a graduate of Schuylkill Haven Area High School, class of 1983.

He worked as a press scheduler at...

John R. "Jack" Challenger

John R. "Jack" Challenger

Jun 10, 2026

John R. "Jack" Challenger, 86, of Pottsville, passed away Wednesday, June 10th, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Allentown.

Born in Tower City, Pennsylvania on February 29, 1940, he was a son of the late Ida (Helt) and John Challenger.

He was the husband of Joan F. (Daubert) Challenger, to whom he was married for 36 years. Jack and Joan enjoyed...

Teresa Mercuri

Teresa Mercuri

Jun 8, 2026

Teresa Mercuri, 89, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, with her loving family by her side.

Born in Platania CZ, Italy on July 25, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Rosaria (Isabella) and Vincenzo Mercuri.

Teresa was the beloved wife of the late Natale “Chris” Mercuri, who preceded her in death in 2015.

She was a devoted...

Roger Allen Miller

Roger Allen Miller

Jun 6, 2026

Roger Allen Miller, 58, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Saturday, June 6, at home.

Roger was born in Pottsville, on April 21, 1968.

He was a Pottsville Area High School graduate.

Roger worked as a foreman on the railroad and was a drummer in a band.

He is survived by his fiancé of 16 years, Sandra Miller, of Schuylkill Haven, a stepdaughter Megan Foster,...

Beatrice K. Wagner

Beatrice K. Wagner

Jun 5, 2026

Beatrice K. Wagner, 75, of Auburn, passed away Friday, June 5th, at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg.Born in Pottsville, on October 19, 1950, a daughter of the late June (Reed) and Richard Wagner.She was a graduate of Blue Mountain High School, class of 1968.She was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and enjoyed watching the Eagles and Phillies.Beatrice is survived by her fiance...

Anne Lukach

Anne Lukach

Jun 5, 2026

Anne M. Lukach, 68, of Seltzer, passed away Friday, June 5th, at Providence Place Retirement Community, Pine Grove.

Born in Pottsville, on April 5,1958, a daughter of the late Eleanor (Dailey) Pepper and Maurice Pepper, Sr.

She was the wife of James Lukach, Sr., to whom she was married for 37 years.

She was a member of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, Schuylkill...

Paul Joseph Lorio

Paul Joseph Lorio

Jun 4, 2026

Paul Joseph Lorio, 77, of Lake Wynonah, passed away Thursday, June 4th, at home.

Paul was born in Philadelphia on March 15, 1949, a son of the late Paul and Regina Lorio.

He was the loving husband of Susan (Milewski) Lorio, to whom he was married for 53 years.

Paul was a graduate of Neshaminy High School. 

With pride and honor, Paul served in...

Ethel "Betty" Elizabeth Nothstein

Ethel "Betty" Elizabeth Nothstein

Jun 3, 2026

Ethel "Betty" Nothstein, 91, of Williamstown, NJ, formerly of Kaska, passed away Wednesday, June 3rd, at Virtua Hospital.

Betty was born in Kaska, PA on December 8, 1934, a daughter of the late Albert and Ethel (Watkins) Mullins.

She is reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Lewis R. Nothstein, Sr.

Betty was a member of Cumbola United Methodist Church. 

She enjoyed creating cherished...

Edward J. Slane

Edward J. Slane

Jun 2, 2026

Edward J. Slane, 78, of New Philadelphia, passed away Tuesday, June 2nd, at his residence surrounded by loved ones including his beloved dog, Murphy. 

Born in Pottsville on August 2, 1947, he was the son of the late Kathryn (Burke) and Thomas A. Slane and was raised in Minersville. He graduated from Minersville High School in 1966.

He was the husband of...

Marie Forney

Marie Forney

Jun 2, 2026

Marie (Donaldson) Forney, a resident of Rosewood Nursing Home, passed into the loving hands of our Lord on this day, June 2, 2026.

Marie’s entire life revolved around the enrichment and love of her family. Her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren always brought a special smile to her tired eyes. Ever the one to show up at someone’s home with tools,...

Ruth Diane Barbetta

Ruth Diane Barbetta

May 31, 2026

Ruth Diane Barbetta, 82, of Pine Grove, passed away Sunday, May 31st, at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg.

She was born in Pottsville on January 20, 1944, a daughter of the late Norman K. and Alice (Merry) Heffner.

Ruth was the loving wife of Richard Barbetta.

She worked as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

She was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Friedensburg.

In addition...

Walter A. Carey

Walter A. Carey

May 29, 2026

Walter Arthur Carey, 80, of Orwigsburg, passed away Friday, May 29th, at home.

Walt was born in Pottsville on April 5, 1946, the son of the late Paul Carey and Mildred (Marcinik) Noel, wife of Walter Noel.

Married 10 years, he was the husband of Patricia (McManaman) Fox.

He was 1965 graduate of Pottsville High School and had been employed by Boscov’s Trucking...

Keenan Eli Cryts

Keenan Eli Cryts

May 24, 2026

Keenan Eli Cryts, 23, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Sunday, May 24th surrounded by his family.

Keenan was born in Pottsville on September 19, 2002, the son of Steven G. & Kimberly A. (Bensinger) Cryts.

He was a graduate of Blue Mountain High School – Class of 2021, and a graduate of Pennsylvania College of Technology.

He was employed as a surveyor in...

Karen Elizabeth Wallace

Karen Elizabeth Wallace

May 22, 2026

Karen Elizabeth Wallace died on May 22, 2026. She is survived by her loving husband, John; daughters Stephanie and husband, David Caballero, Catania, Italy; Rachel and husband, Salvatore Colleluori, New Ringgold, PA;, and Meggan and husband, Brandon McFarland, Horsham, PA; and beloved grandchildren Isaac, Isabel, James, Cassius, and Joette, who will be born in July this year.

Karen was born in...

Judith Ann Bartashus

Judith Ann Bartashus

May 20, 2026

Judith Ann Bartashus, 78, of New Philadelphia, passed away Wednesday, May 20th, at home with her husband by her side.

Judy was born in Pottsville on February 23, 1948, a daughter of the late Emily (Gay) Bernitsky (2/3/98) and Edward Bernitsky, Sr. (12/8/79).

She was the wife of Thomas J. “Digger” Bartashus, Sr. The couple celebrated 60 years of marriage on April...

Joseph Worthington

Joseph Worthington

May 18, 2026

Joseph Branch Worthington passed away on May 18, 2026, a month after celebrating his 34th birthday, transitioning from this earthly existence to eternal peace.Born on April 18, 1992, in New York, New York, Joseph was the cherished son of Esther Branch Worthington and the late David Worthington.Joseph's educational journey took place in the Berks County public school system, where he...

Nancy J. Haitz

Nancy J. Haitz

May 17, 2026

Nancy J. Haitz, 88, formerly of Port Ritchie, FL, passed away Sunday, May 17th, at York Terrace Nursing Home, Pottsville, where she had been a resident. 

Nancy was born in Kensington, PA on April 4, 1938, and was the daughter of the late William & Anna (Keller) Wright. 

She was the widow of Richard Roy Haitz. 

Nancy was a Merchantville High School graduate,...

Erik C. Guinther

Erik C. Guinther

May 16, 2026

Erik C. Guinther, 59, of Pottsville, passed away Saturday, May 16th, at home.

Erik was born in West Reading, PA on May 7, 1967, a son of the late Carl and Erma (Richards) Guinther.

He was a graduate of Hamburg High School.

He worked at Seton Manor as a housekeeper.

Erik was the husband of Scott Baver, whom he shared 32 years with.

In addition...

Kathleen M. Stoffregen

Kathleen M. Stoffregen

May 14, 2026

Kathleen M. Stoffregen, 80, of Pottsville, passed away Thursday, May 14th, at The Gardens at York Terrace.

Kathleen was born in Pottsville on May 21, 1945, and was the daughter of the late Harry Hughes and Beatrice Finley.

She was a Nativity High School graduate and attended St. Patrick's Church in Pottsville.

She worked as a Pharmacy Technician at Rite Aid in Philadelphia....

Gerald R. Hooper

Gerald R. Hooper

May 13, 2026

Gerald Raymond Hooper, 80, of Lake Wynonah, Pennsylvania, formerly of Weirton, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

Born in Paris, Pennsylvania on October 14, 1945, Jerry was the son of the late Frances (Freshwater) and Harold I. Hooper.

Jerry shared nearly 58 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Gloria (Morozowich) Hooper.

He proudly served his country...