All Obituaries

Matilda R. Flaim (Robel), 96, formerly of Sheppton, Pa, passed away on Saturday, November 9th in Hazleton at the home of her granddaughter surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bethlehem, Pa on May 30th, 1923 she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Anna “Kanish” Robel.  She was a lifelong member of St. Joseph’s Parish in Sheppton and she prayed her Rosary daily.  Matilda and her late husband, Ernest “Ernie” Flaim, who preceded her in 2000,...

John T. Mudrey Jr., 90, of Providence Place, Pottsville passed away on Sunday, October 27th at his residence.  Born in Shenandoah on December 24th, 1928 he was the son of the late John and Stella “Smithra” Mudrey.  He graduated as valedictorian from the former J.W. Cooper High School in Shenandoah.  After school, John served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict.  He then was employed by the Miners National Bank in Shenandoah for 32...

Dorothy D. Kowalonek-RN, 91, of Shenandoah, passed away on Monday, October 21st at the Schuylkill Medical Center – Lehigh Valley East, Pottsville.  Born in Shenandoah on August 26th, 1928, she was the daughter of the late James and Mary “Dombroski” Gobster. Dorothy was a 1947 graduate of Shenandoah Catholic High School and a 1950 graduate of the Pottsville School of Nursing.  After nursing school, she furthered her education, studying Polio therapy at Boston...

Henry J. “Hank” Faleski, 68, of 202 Furnace St, Shenandoah (Turkey Run) passed away on Saturday, October 12th at his home.  Born in Shenandoah on October 2nd, 1951 he was the son of the late Henry T. and Helen “Mentz” Faleski. Hank was a 1969 graduate of the former J.W. Cooper High School in Shenandoah and then went on to earn an associates degree. He worked as a corrections officer at the Schuylkill County Prison for many years until his retirement.  He...

John J. Zebraitis, 70, of Catawissa, Pa passed away on Thursday, October 3rd in Oswego, NY.  Born in Shenandoah, he was the son of the late Adolph & Adele “Yuska” Zebraitis and was a veteran of the US Air Force.  At the request of the family, no services will be scheduled.  Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, Shenandoah are handling the arrangements.

Chief Warrant Officer 2 George J. Savakinas, 87, of Gordon, passed away on Wednesday, September 25th at his home.  He was born in Turkey Run on April 23rd, 1932 to the late John and Stella “Zarcufsky” Savakinas. George was a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean Conflict and Vietnam War.  He worked as an agent for American General Life Insurance company for many years until his retirement.  Outside of his military and work career, he enjoyed...

Jacqueline E. Dick Dakosty, 88, of Shenandoah Heights, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, September 18th at the Schuylkill Medical Center – Lehigh Valley East, Pottsville.  Born in Shenandoah Heights on January 24th, 1931 to the late James and Margaret “Ryan” Walsh.  Jackie was a graduate of the former West Mahanoy Township High School and no matter her age she had great pride in being a cheerleader!  She worked in the local...

Bernard J. Balkiewicz, 80, of Shenandoah passed away on Tuesday, September 17th at the Shenandoah Senior Living Community.  Born in Shenandoah, he was the son of the late Adam and Mary (Cieslukowski) Balkiewicz.  Bernie was also preceded by his brother, Daniel A. Balkiewicz. Bernie was a graduate of the former J.W. Cooper High School and received his bachelor’s degree in education from Bloomsburg University.  He was employed by Shenandoah Valley School District for 30...

Bette Ann “Gibson” Bisco, 83, of Brewster, MA passed away on Monday, September 16th at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. Bette was born June 24, 1936 to Harry and Catherine Gibson in Shenandoah, PA.  Bette was adored by her family and friends and loved by all. Bette was a graduate of West Mahanoy Township High School and later earned undergraduate and graduate degrees at Bloomsburg College and Penn State University.  She married Thomas Bisco, also of...

Lawrence Zupnyk, 72, of Audubon, NJ passed away on September 15th at his residence.  He was born in Cherry Hill, NJ on December 19th, 1946 to the late Jacob and Anita “Kegolis” Zupnyk. He worked as a security systems installer in New Jersey for federal buildings and banks. He is survived by his sister, Linda Cieslukowski with her husband Paul of Shenandoah. A private graveside service in the Our Lady of Dawn Cemetery, Shenandoah will be held at the convenience of the family.