Schuylkill County, PA Funeral Home Obituaries & Death Notices

Obituaries for our Funeral Homes in Pottsville, Schuylkill Haven & 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 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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Harvey I. Harris

Harvey I. Harris

Nov 20, 2023

Harvey I. Harris, 78, of Wayne Township, passed away November 20th, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-East Campus, Pottsville. Born in Odessa, TX on February 24, 1945, he was a son of the late Harvey & Dorothy Marie (Bailey) Harris.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by brothers: John & Darryl. Harvey worked for...

Honora M. Stitzer

Honora M. Stitzer

Nov 19, 2023

Honora M. Stitzer, 92, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Sunday, November 19th, at Mifflin Center, Shillington.

Born in Detroit, Michigan on September 24, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Stanley & Mary (Ruszkowska) Skowronek.

She was the widow of James A. Stitzer who passed away in 2007.

Honora attended Reading High...

Stewart L. "Lonnie" Sattizahn

Stewart L. "Lonnie" Sattizahn

Nov 19, 2023

Stewart L. "Lonnie" Sattizahn, 84, formerly of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Sunday, November 19th, at The Gardens at York Terrace, Pottsville.

Born in Pottsville on February 16, 1939, he was a son of the late Stewart S. & Mae (Good) Sattizahn.

He is also preceded in death by his first wife,...

Joan M. (Urban)  Zemanik

Joan M. (Urban) Zemanik

Nov 17, 2023

Joan M. Zemanik, 92, formerly of Tamaqua, passed away Friday, November 17 at Lehigh Valley Medical Center, Allentown.

Born in Tamaqua on September 30, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Joseph J. & Julia (Trackim) Urban.

She was the widow of Edward S. Zemanik.

In...

Diana M. Smith

Diana M. Smith

Nov 16, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Diana M. Smith, 73, of Pottsvillle, a truly remarkable individual whose life was characterized by strength, independence, and boundless love.  Diana departed this world on November 16th, surrounded by her family, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be etched in the hearts of those fortunate enough to...

Keith T. Bayliff

Keith T. Bayliff

Nov 15, 2023

Keith T. Bayliff, 72, of Pottsville, passed away Wednesday, November 15th, at Rosewood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Schuylkill Haven.

Born in Pottsville on June 15, 1951, he was the son of the late Martha Alice (Frickert) and Walter T. Bayliff.

Keith was a 1969 graduate from Blue Mountain High School.

...

Rhonda Josephine (Moyer)  Muthersbaugh

Rhonda Josephine (Moyer) Muthersbaugh

Nov 13, 2023

Rhonda Josephine Muthersbaugh, 45, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Monday, November 13th, at Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital, Orwigsburg, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Pottsville on January 11, 1978, she was a daughter of Gary L. & Donna Susan (Fegley) Moyer, of Cressona.

She married her loving husband, Craig A....

Beverly Ann (Fessler)  Trumbo

Beverly Ann (Fessler) Trumbo

Nov 12, 2023

Beverly Ann Trumbo, 83, of Summit Station, passed away Sunday, November 12th, at home.

Born in Summit Station on August 26, 1940, she was a daughter of the late Robert E. Fessler & Margaret M. Frey (Rhine).

She was the widow of Kenneth L. Trumbo, who passed away on August 15th,...

Stephen P. Sandler

Stephen P. Sandler

Nov 7, 2023

Stephen P. Sandler, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend to many, passed away at his home on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at the age of 63 after several months of declining health.

He was born December 27, 1959 to the late Georgia and Merlin Sandler. Steve was a 1978 graduate of Blue Mountain High...

Willard W. Kramer

Willard W. Kramer

Nov 4, 2023

Willard W. Kramer, 91, of Wernersville, passed away Saturday, Nov. 4, at Sinking Spring Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Reading.

Born Oct. 11, 1932, in Landingville, he was a son of the late Irvin and Katie (Cartieri) Kramer.

He was the husband of Geraldine M. (Ressler) Kramer.

Willie graduated from Schuylkill Haven High...

Randy Charles Ney

Randy Charles Ney

Nov 4, 2023

Randy Charles Ney, 66, of Wayne Township, passed away Saturday, November 4th, at home.

Born in Pottsville on August 31, 1957, he was a son of the late Fay (McCann) Martin and Richard Donald Ney.

He was the devoted husband of Catherine A. (Robinson) Ney. The couple recently celebrated 40 years...

Lamar S. Guldin

Lamar S. Guldin

Oct 30, 2023

Lamar S. Guldin, 87, of North Manheim Township, passed away Monday, October 30th, at home.

Born in North Manheim Township on September 25, 1936, he was a son of the late Samuel & Mildred (Boyer) Guldin.

Lamar was a self employed farmer, and raised pigeons. He had also worked for Kegs...

William W. Hopkins

William W. Hopkins

Oct 29, 2023

William W. "Pap" Hopkins, 69, of Wayne Twp., passed away Sunday, Oct. 29, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born Nov. 14, 1953, in Pottsville, he was a son of the late William W. Hopkins Sr. and Grace (Snyder) Hopkins.

He was married to Shirley J. (Heim) Hopkins for 53 years.

Pap attended Pottsville...

Brady Michael Koch

Brady Michael Koch

Oct 27, 2023

Brady Michael Koch, 18, of Orwigsburg, passed away Friday, October 27th, at home as the result of a farm related accident.

Born in Pottsville on June 8, 2005, he was a son of Jennifer (Reifsnyder) Koch, of Orwigsburg and the late Darrell Koch.

Brady was a current student at Blue Mountain...

Tristan A. Badger

Tristan A. Badger

Oct 26, 2023

Tristan Andrew Badger, 28, of North Manheim Township, passed away Thursday, October 26th, at home.

Born in Pottsville on July 30, 1995, he was a son of Tammy Searle, and her companion, Todd Swope, of North Manheim Township, and Thomas E. Badger, and his companion, Lyn Elby, of Orwigsburg.

He was...

Sheree Lynn (Schaeffer)  Minnich

Sheree Lynn (Schaeffer) Minnich

Oct 23, 2023

Sheree Lynn Minnich, 65, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Monday, October 23rd.

Born in Pottsville on July 16, 1958, she was a daughter of James Schaefffer, Sr., & the late Catherine (Quattrociocchi) Schaeffer.

Sheree was the wife of Scott Lee Minnich.

...

June Velma Jackson

June Velma Jackson

Oct 23, 2023

June Velma Jackson, 94, passed away Monday, October 23rd, at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg, where she had been a resident.

Born in Schuylkill Haven on June 30, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Charles Koch, Sr. & Clara (DeLong) Koch.

June was a graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School, and...

Robert N. Sonnon, Jr.

Robert N. Sonnon, Jr.

Oct 20, 2023

Robert "Bob" N. Sonnon, Jr., 57, of Minersville, passed away Friday, October 20th, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Schuylkill, E. Norwegian St., Pottsville.

Born in Pottsville on July 12, 1966, he was the son of Patricia (Barnes) and Robert N. Sonnon, Sr.

Bob was the husband of Kimberly M. (Jones) Sonnon.

After graduation...

Ada G. Miller

Ada G. Miller

Oct 17, 2023

Ada G. Miller, 93, of Shoemakersville, formerly of Drehersville, passed away Tuesday, October 17th, at home.

Born in Pottsville on November 17, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Elmer & Anna (Scholl) Ebling.

She was the widow of Robert C. Miller, who passed away in 2015.

Ada is also preceded in...

Dennis P. Durant

Dennis P. Durant

Oct 17, 2023

Dennis P. Durant, 65, of Port Carbon, passed away Tuesday October 17, at Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest.

Born in Pottsville, Dennis was a son of the late Richard P. and Josephine (Kalyan) Durant.

He was a retired Major, Chief of Security of the Pennsylvania State Correctional Institution system for 28 years.

He...