All Obituaries

Eugene L. Stankavage, 89, of Ringtown, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest in Allentown. Born in Ringtown on June 21, 1934, he was the son of the late Anthony and Felicia (Petrowsky) Stankavage. Gene was a graduate of the former Union Township High School.  He was a veteran, having served our country in the United States Navy.  Gene then worked for PP&L as a heavy equipment operator until his retirement.  He then joined his son at the...

Agnes Ferguson, 101, of Parkville, MD and formerly of Shenandoah, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, at Morningside House of Satyr Hill in Parkville. Born in Shenandoah on July 24, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Fillippo and Rose (Astorino) Esposito.  Agnes was a 1940 graduate of the former J.W. Cooper High School.  She had to go to work at young age to help support her family.  She worked many years and retired as a telephone operator for the former C & T...

Patricia O. Litwak, 94, of Ringtown, Pa, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at St. Luke’s Geisinger in Orwigsburg.Born in Shenandoah on February 17, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Pierce and Anna (Chernesky) Banonis.  Patricia was a graduate of the former West Mahanoy Township High School.  She worked in the local garment industry as a seamstress, modeled for department stores in metropolitan DC area, a department store elevator operator in Philadelphia area, and...

Joseph J. Horvath, 78, of Apollo Beach, Florida, peacefully passed away on November 7, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his children, Cynthia, Joseph, and Julia; as well as six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and several dear cousins. Joseph’s unwavering commitment to his country led him to serve in the United States Air Force as an RN. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, November 18th from 9 to 10:30am at St. Mary’s...

Walter Robert Hall, 76, of Shenandoah, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023, at Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Shenandoah Heights, where he was resident for the past year.Born on June 7, 1947, at the former Locust Mountain Hospital, he was the son of the late Walter and Dorothy (Retalik) Hall.Walter was a 1965 graduate of the former J.W. Cooper High School where he was a standout football, baseball, and basketball player.  After high school, he enlisted in the United...

Louise T. Martinelli, 93, of Shenandoah, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023, at the Shenandoah Senior Living Community. Born in Sheppton on October 4, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Bertha (Ryncavich) Reitmeyer. Louise had worked in the local garment industry and as a cook for the Hazleton Area School District.  She enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Modesto...

Dr. Joseph J. Zienkiewicz, 62, of Pottsville, passed away on Thursday, October 26th, at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Coaldale on September 2, 1961, he was the son of the late Joseph F. Zienkiewicz and his surviving mother, Loretta (Hama) Zienkiewicz. He was raised in Ringtown prior to enlisting in The United States Navy serving in the submarine service from 1980-1988. Joe was a 1979 North Schuylkill High School Graduate.  After his time in the Navy, he earned his...

Lorraine B. Kurtz, 88, of Shenandoah, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Geisinger St. Luke’s Hospital in Orwigsburg. Born in Shenandoah on December 27, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Irene Mencavage. Lorraine was a 1952 graduate of the former West Mahanoy Township High School.  She then went on to graduate from McCann’s School of Business.  She worked as an administrator at the Ashland State Hospital for many years.  Through her...

Joseph J. Colosimo, 72, of Shenandoah, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at his home. Born in Shenandoah on February 28, 1951,  he was the son of the late Michael Colosimo Sr. and Marie Dougert. Joseph was a 1968 graduate of the former J.W. Cooper High School in Shenandoah.  He worked for many years as an aluminum extruder for Hydro Extrusions in Cressona.  Joseph loved hunting and fishing and was a life member of the 500 Fish and Game Club.  He was a fan of the...

Frances E. Yanonis, 82, of Ringtown, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at her home. Born in Shenandoah on February 3, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth (McGarry) Yanonis. Frances was a 1959 graduate of Shenandoah Catholic High School.  She worked in production for Mrs’s T’s Pierogies for 30 years until her retirement.  Frances enjoyed crocheting, doing puzzles, and reading. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother,...