All Obituaries

Robert W. Heisler, Jr., 72, passed away Friday, May 17th, at Reading Hospital, West Reading, PA. Born in Pottsville, PA on March 19, 1947, he was the son of the late Robert W. Heisler, Sr., & Blanche B. (Peiffer) Heisler. Bobby worked at Embreeville State Hospital in the kitchen, and most recently Handi Crafters. He enjoyed watching football.Bobby's favorite team was the Cowboys. He is survived by his sister, Ann Elizabeth Weiner, and niece, Joann Harison.He is also survived by...

Floyd H. Fidler, Sr., 82, of Pottsville, formerly of Orwigsburg, passed away Sunday, May 19th, at his granddaughter, Tonya's home, surrounded by family.    Born in Pottsville on November 6, 1936, he was a son of the late Herman & Verna (Wessner) Fidler.   He was the widower of Madeline June (Geiger) Fidler, who passed away in 2008.   In addition to his parents, and wife, Floyd is also preceded in death in 1968 by his son, Randolph Lee Fidler.   Floyd...

Joseph J. Pahira, 64, of Wayne Township, passed away Friday, May 10th, at Circle M Campground, Lancaster. Born in Pottsville on May 29, 1954, he was a son of the late George & Dorothy (Awarski) Pahira. He was the husband of Carolyn E. (Ploskon) Pahira. Joe was a graduate of Minersville High School, Class of 1972. He retired from Riverview Bank. Joe was a member of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, Schuylkill Haven. As a very active member of the community; he was involved in many...

Audrey Elaine Kienzle, 84, passed away Thursday, May 9th, at Providence Place Retirement Community, Pottsville, where she had been a resident. Born in Pottsville on September 23, 1934, she was a daughter of the late Earl & Nina (Hopple) Schoffstall. She was the widow of Richard Charles Kienzle, Sr., who passed away in 1995. In addition to her parents and husband, Audrey is also preceded in death by her son, Richard Charles Kienzle, Jr., sisters: Alma, Clara, Katie, & Nina, and...

Annetta M. Zemencik, 81, of Summit Station, passed away Sunday, May 12th, at home. Born in Schuylkill Haven on June 12, 1937, she was a daughter of the late William & Kathryn (Scheithauer) Koch. She was the loving wife of Edward C. Zemencik. The couple shared 57 years of marriage. Annetta retired from Rest Haven in 1993; having worked as a nurse's aide for 22 1/2 years. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ Summer Hill, Auburn. In addition to her parents,...

Helen Pohronezny, 97, of Auburn, passed away Tuesday, May 14, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. Born in Minersville, on May 4, 1922, she was a daughter of the late Magdalene Wasiloski and Frank Sweitzer. She was the widow of Michael G. Pohronezny, who passed away Jan. 8, 2010. She was a member of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, Schuylkill Haven, Auburn VFW and the Schuylkill Haven Senior Citizens. Helen was a graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School, Class of 1937. She then...

Carol A. Boyer, 75, of Lake Wynonah, passed away Tuesday, May 7th, at Lehigh Valley Medical Center, Allentown. Born in Pottsville on July 24, 1943, she was a daughter of the late Clarence W. & Marion (Sibbett) Krause. In addition to her parents, Carol was also preceded in death by her brother, Daniel G. Krause. She was the wife of Gerald L. "Jerry" Boyer. Carol was a graduate of Blue Mountain High School, Class of 1962. She worked as a hairdresser, prior to becoming a...

Elizabeth M. Fekette, age 71, of Cressona, passed away May 10th, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA. Services will be privately held.  

Beatrice J. "Beacie" Fisher, age 90, of Willow Lake, passed away Sunday, May 5th, at Schuylkill Center, Pottsville. Born in Schuylkill Haven, PA on June 3, 1928, she was a daughter of the late Joseph & Mamie (Hertzel) Fidler. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Harrison A. Fisher, in 2009. Beacie attended Schuylkill Haven High School, and was formerly employed as a seamstress for Alpha Mills, and Ethel Maid, both in Schuylkill Haven. She was an active...

Anna Mae Lazarchick, 81, of Schuylkill Haven, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 29th, at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg. Born in Pottsville on October 23, 1937, she was a daughter of the late August & Edith (Wagner) Onavage. She was the loving wife of Paul B. Lazarchick. The couple would have celebrated 50 years of marriage this June. Anna Mae was a member of Bible Tabernacle Pentecostal Church, Schuylkill Haven. She was formerly employed by Plain and Fancy Donut Shop,...