John E. Usalis

John E. Usalis, 70, of Girardville, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Schuylkill East in Pottsville.

Born in William Penn on January 15, 1954, he was the son of the late John J. and Mary (Sulich) Usalis.

John was a 1972 graduate of Shenandoah Valley High School.  He was a well-known journalist throughout the region having worked for several newspapers including the Shenandoah Evening Herald, the Pottsville Republican, the Hazleton Standard Speaker, and the Shamokin News Item.  Outside of his profession, John was a member of the Knights of Lithuania Council 144 and St. Charles Borromeo Parish in Ashland.

He is survived by his sister, Mary Jean Usalis of New York, his cousin, Carole Syzdek of Barnesville, Pa, along with numerous colleagues and friends. 

In essence, John was a good man.

Private graveside services will be at the convenience of the family.

The Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, Shenandoah are entrusted with the arrangements.

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