Ignatius Branas Dies After Illness,     Nov.18,1957

Ignatius Branas, 207 Lackawanna Ave., Duryea, died last night at 6:15 o'clock in his home after a long illness. A son, Frank Branas, died of a heart attack two months ago. A native of Poland, Mr. Branas resided in Duryea,PA the past 35 years. He was employed as a mineworker at the William A. Colliery until his retirement some years ago. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Surviving are his wife, the former Victoria Makuch Swenton; six sons, Vincent Branas and Joseph Swenton, Duryea,PA; John Branas, Fairfield, Conn.; Joseph Branas, Clarks Summit,PA; Andrew Branas, Port Griffith,PA, and Anthony Branas, New York; six daughters, Mrs. Michael Rostkowski and Mrs. Lena Branas, Duryea; Mrs. Nellie Nowakowski, Falls,PA; Mrs. Joseph Gurney,Detroit; Mrs. Albert Batten, Bronx, N. Y., and Mrs. Thomas Markham, Bridgeport, Conn.; 28 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held Saturday from the Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea, with mass at 9:30 a. m. in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, parish cemetery. Friends may call after 7 o'clock tonight.

Henry (Harry) McNulty . . .rites Tuesday     1961

Henry McNulty Fatally Stricken

Henry McNulty, RD 3, Clarks Summit, first aid man at the Pennsylvania Power & Light Co.plant in Harding, died Friday at home after a heart attack. A native of Duryea, Mr. McNulty was a son of the late Patrick and Ellen Carroll McNulty. He attended Duryea Schools and was a graduate of St.John's High School, Pittston. He had been employed by the PP & L 17 years and formerly worked at the Stanton Plant. Mr. McNulty was a former semiprofessional baseball player in the Wyoming and Susquehanna leagues. He was president of the Stanton Power Plant Athletic Association, an official of the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association and chief umpire of the Little League Association of Clarks Summit. Last year, the Little League group dedicated a press box in Clarks Summit in his honor. Mr. McNulty was a member of! Holy Rosary Church, Duryea, its Holy Name Society, Pittston Council 372, Knights of Columbus and Mid-Valley Old Timers Athletic; Association of Pittston. Surviving are his widow, the former Bertha Dudnow, Duryea; four daughters, Darlene, at home; Mrs. Joseph Knapp Jr. and Mrs. Stanley C. Mazaleski, both of Clarks Summit, and Mrs. Stanley Stascavage, Tinker Air Force; Base, Okla.; Three sisters, Mrs. Loretta Hannon, West Avoca and Misses Margaret and Helen, both of Duryea; three brothers, John, Clarks Summit, and Leo and Lawrence, both of Duryea; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be from the home at 9 a.m. Tuesday with mass at 10 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment, parish cemetery. The rosary will be recited Monday at 8 p.m. by the Holy Name Society and the Knights of Columbus. Arrangements, Piontek Funeral Service, Duryea.

Mrs. Victoria Branas

Feb.15, 1968

Mrs.Victoria (Swenton) Branas, 84, 207 Lackawanna Ave., Duryea,PA. died Thursday at 10 p.m.in Pittston Hospital where she was admitted as a medical patient Jan. 25. Her first husband, Peter Swenton, died in 1926 and her second husband, Ignatius Branas, died in 1957. Born in Poland, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Martin Makuch, she came to America at an early age and settled in Avoca, PA.. She moved to Duryea 50 years ago. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea, and its Altar and Rosary Society. Surviving are a son, Joseph Swenton, Duryea,PA, correspondent for the Wilkes-Barre Times Leader; five daughters, Mrs. Lena Branas, Duryea; Mrs. Nellie Nowakowski, Falls; Mrs. Joseph Gurney, Detroit, MI; Mrs.Thomas Markham, Bridgeport, Conn., and Mrs. Albert Batten, Bronx, N.Y.; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Michael Rostkowski, Duryea, PA; four stepsons, Andrew Branas, Port Griffith, PA; Joseph Branas, Clark's Summit, PA; John Branas, Clearfield, Conn., and Anthony Branas, Sunny side, L.I.; 30 grandchildren and 42 great-grandchildren. Two stepsons, Frank Branas, died 1957, and William Branas, died in 1960. Funeral will be held Monday at 10 .m. from the Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea, with a mass at 10:30 a Holy Rosary Church. Burial parish cemetery. Viewing Saturday and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 10 p.m. The rosary will be recited by the Altar and Rosary Society Saturday at 8 p.m.

Chester Lovenduski    Nov. 13, 1968

Chester (Lovenduski) Lewandowski Sr., 736 Ann St., Duryea, father of 13 children, died Wednesday morning at home. He had been discharged the previous day from Pittston Hospital, where he had been a medical patient for nine days. Born in Poland, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Adam Lovenduski, he came to this country in 1912 and settled in Duryea. A miner, and a United Mine Workers member, he was employed by the Gelso Coal Co,, Port Blanchard, prior to retirement. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church.He was a member and one of the organizers of the Polish Falcons, Nest 128, and a member and past treasurer of the Polish Worker, all in Duryea. He is survived by his widow, the former Mary Galushka; five sons, Joseph, at home; Adam, Avoca; John, Moosic; Edward, Pittston; and Chester Jr., Scranton; eight daughters, Mrs. Stella Bosinko, at home; Mrs. Anna Jasienski and Mrs. Anthony Nowakowski, Duryea; Mrs, Frank Kania, Mrs. Gilbert Burke and Mrs. John Nesgoda, Scranton; Mrs. Anthony Karuzie, Avoca, and Mrs. James Madden, Jackson, N.J.; 20 grandchildren; two brothers in Poland, and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Frank E.Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea, with mass at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, parish cemetery. Friends may call today and Friday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 10 p.m.

Albert (Al) Batten

Died Dec.12, 1968

BATTEN Albert S. Sr., 1236 Burke Ave., Bronx, N.Y. from the Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea, Monday with mass at 10:30 in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, parish cemetery. Friends may call today 2 to 4 and 7 to 10. Military services will be conducted by VFW Post 1227, Duryea,PA.

Anthony Branas    Feb.11,1970

BRANAS Anthony Ignatius. Suddenly. On Feb. 11, 1970. Beloved husband of Agnes (McHale-nee Purcell). Beloved son of the late Ignatius & Sophie (Duzen) and step son of the late Victoria Branas. Father of Anthony McHale and Agnes Lewis. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and John, Joseph, Andrew, Irene Rostkowski, Nellie Nowakowski, Mary Gurney, Joseph Swenton, Stella Markham, Lena Branas, Sophie Batten and the late Vincent and Frank Branas. Reposing at the EDWARD D. LYNCH & SON FUNERAL HOME, 4307 Queens Blvd., Sunnyside, L.I.,N.Y. Solemn Mass of Requiem Queen of Angels Church, Saturday, 9:45 AM. Interment St. Johns Cemetery, Stanford, Conn.

Stanley Kenia Sr.    June 14,1970

Stanley Kenia Sr., ,Cherry Hill Road, Clark's Summit, RD 3, Newton Twp., suffered a fatal heart attack at his home Sunday morning. He and his wife, the former Sophie Goluska had operated a truck and dairy business at the Newton Twp.address for the past 37 years. A son of the late George and Mary Rzystvek Kenia, he was born and reared in Duryea and was educated in schools in that community. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Other survivors are three sons, William, at home; Stanley Jr., Somerville, N.J., and Henry, Hackettstown, N.J.; a daughter, Mrs. Bruno Nowakowski, Falls; 11 grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Casimir Golembecki and Mrs. Joseph Branas, Falls, and Mrs. Catherine Kurek, Duryea; five brothers, Joseph and John, Clark's Summit; Anthony, Factory ville; Frank, Duryea; and Harold, Duryea, and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Wednesday from the Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass at 10 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, parish cemetery, Duryea. Viewing, tonight, 7 to 10 and Tuesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 10 jp.m. The rosary will be recited Tuesday night at the funeral home.

May 10, 1972

Arthur Coleman Dies in Hospital

Arthur B. Coleman, 1116 Snyder Ave., died Saturday at Mercy Hospital after an illness. His widow is the former Catherine Norton. Born in Beaver Town, Pa., son of the late David and Molly Howell Coleman, he was a former self-employed trucker and a member of St. Ann's Monastery Church. Besides his widow he is survived by seven sons, James and Joseph, Buffalo, N.Y.; Arthur and Paul Howard, C1arks Summit; John and Thomas, Scranton, and William, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Raymond Nowakowski and Mrs. William, Vigilante, both of Scranton; 20 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Tuesday from Albert P. 0'Donne11 Funeral Home, 20-25 Green Ridge St., Dunmore, with mass at 11 a.m. at St.Ann's Church. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery.

Mary Galushka Lovenduski    Jan.5, 1976

Mrs. Mary Lewandowski, Ann St., Duryea, died Monday in Pittston Hospital where she had been a medical patient three days. Her husband, Chester, died in 1968. Born in Duryea, daughter of the late Jacob and Anna Galushka, she attended Duryea public schools and was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Surviving are five sons, Joseph, at home; Adam, Avoca; John, Moosic; Edward, Pittston, and Chester, Larksville; eight daughters, Mrs. Stella Bosinko, Mrs. Anna Jasienski and Mrs. Anthony Nowakowski, all of Duryea; Mrs. Frank Kania, Mrs. Gilbert Burke and Mrs. John Nesgoda, all of Scranton; Mrs. Anthony Karuzie, Avoca, and Mrs. James Madden, Jackson, N.J.;22 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, three sisters, Mrs. Ann Burke, Old Forge; Mrs. Sophie Kenia, Clarks Summit, and Mrs. Stella Ostrowski, Plains; two brothers, George Galushka, Taylor, and John Galushka, Clarks Summit. A sister, Miss Antoinette Galushka, and three brothers, Frank, Andrew and Joseph Galushka, preceded her in death. The funeral will be Friday from Frank E. Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea, with mass at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment, parish cemetery. Friends may call today and Thursday 2 to 4, 7 to 9 p.m. with rosary recited by the Confraternity of Christian Mothers Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and rosary recited at 8 p.m.

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Wilkes-Barre, PA,     Mar12, 1976

Joseph Swenton

Joseph Swenton Sr.,315 River St., Duryea, died Thursday morning at General Hospital. Born in Duryea, he was graduated from Duryea High School and was employed as a maintenance man by Topps Chewing Gum Company, Duryea, and formerly was a Duryea-Old Forge correspondent for the Wilkes-Barre Times-Leader Publishing company. Mr. Swenton was a member of Holy Roomy Church, Duryea, and was treasurer and a past president of its Holy Name Society. He Was secretary of the Polish National Alliance and president the last 25 years of the Duryea Little League. Mr. Swenton was secretary of Germania Hose company, Duryea; Polish Falcons, Duryea, and Duryea Home Owners~Association. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs Carol Michael Matiko, at home; sons, Joseph Jr., Binghamton, N.Y.; Francis, Ronkonkoma, L.l., N.Y.; Ronald, Hanover Park, Ill.; 11 grandchildren; sisters, Mrs. Nellie Nowakowski and Mrs. Lena Branas, Duryea; Mrs.Stella Markham, Bridgeport, Conn; Mrs. Sophie Batten, Bronx, N.Y.; Mrs Mary Gurney, Detroit; stepsister, Mrs. Irene Rostkowski, Duryea; stepbrother, Andrew Branas, Port Griffith. Funeral will be Monday at 9 Irom Frank E. Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea,with Mass of Christian Burialat 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment in the parish cemetery. Friends may call Saturday and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Rosary will be recited Sunday night by Rev. Anthony A. Suchocki, pastor, and the Holy Name Society.

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Joseph Lovenduski     July 22, 1985

Joseph (Lewandowski) Lovenduski, of 736 Ann St., Duryea, died Monday morning at his home. Born in Duryea, he was the son of the late Chester and Mary Galushka Lewandowski. Educated in the Duryea schools, he was employed by the Brooks Manufacturing Co., Old .Forge. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Surviving are brothers, Adam, Avoca; John, Moosic; Edward, Pittston; Chester, Larksville; sisters, Mrs. Stella Bozinko, Mrs. Anna Jasienski and Mrs. Tessie Nowakowski, all of Duryea; Mrs. Helen Kania, Mrs. Sophie Burke and Mrs. Bertha Nesgoda, all of Scranton; Mrs. Shirley Karuzie, Avoca; Mrs. Mary Madden, Kearney, N.J. Funeral services will be .held Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea.Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call today 7 to 9. p.m. and Wednesday 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The rosary will be recited Wednesday at 8 n.m.

JoAnn Mazaleski

Aug.10, 1991

JoAnn Mazaleski, 25, of Stephenson Street, Duryea, died Saturday evening as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Route 29, Exeter Township. Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of Constantine (Henry) and Joan Nowakowski Mazaleski, of Duryea. She attended Pittston Area High School. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Surviving, in addition to her parents, are her maternal grandmother. Mrs. Nellie Swenton Nowakowski, Duyea; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Esther Johnson Mazaleski, Lansdale; brother, John, Clarks Summit; sister, Mrs. Melissa Shelly, West Pittston; two nieces; several aunts and uncles. Private funeral services will be at the convenience of the family from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to the Wyoming Valley Crippled Children's Associatlon.

Jan. 29, 1994

Angela Nowakowski, Duryea Resident, Died Sat Jan. 29

Angela "Nellie" Nowakowski of Duryea died Saturday, January 29, 1994, at home. Born in Fall River, Mass. in 1905, she was the daughter of the late Peter Swenton and the late Victoria Makuch Swenton Branas. She had resided in Newton for many years, moving to Duryea in 1969. She was formerly employed at the former Endicott Johnson Shoe Company, Tunkhannock. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, and its Altar and Rosary Society. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruney, in 1951; granddaughter, Jo Ann Mazaleski, in 1991, brothers Joseph Swenton, Vincent Frank, John, Joseph,Andrew and Anthony Branas. Surviving are daughters, Joan Mazaleski, with whom she resided; Victoria Kubick Newton, sons, Anthony Duryea; Raymond, Scranton; Bruney, Newton; 16 grandchildren,27 great-grandchildren; 1 great grandson - sisters, Mary Gurney,Detroit Mich.; Stella Markham, Bridgeport, Ct. Sophie Batten, Syracuse, N.Y.Lena Branas and Irene Rostkowski, both of Duryea. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 9 from the Bemard J. Piontek Funeral Home, 204 Main St., Duryea, with funeral mass at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, parish cemetery.

Edna (Lottie) Olanovich

Binghamton Press & Sun Buletin,     6 Sept 2000

Edna Olanovich, 90, daughter of Anthony and Teofila Arent Nowakowski, a native of Duryea, Pa and a resident of Binghamton died September 4, 2000 at Susquehanna Nursing Center. Edna moved to Binghamton in 1976 from Scranton, Pa. She was predeceased by her husband, Gabriel Olanovich; two sisters, Josephine Sowa and Mary Kishel; two brothers, Bruney and Edward Nowakowski; stepsister, Mary Shamrock. Edna is survived by a daughter, Mrs. John (Bernadine)Connors, Binghamton; a son, Jerome Olanovich, Orchard Beach, Maine; a brother, John Nowakowski, Duryea, Pa.; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was a member of both St. Mary's Church, Greenwood, Pa. and its Altar and Rosary Society and a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Binghamton. Edna was an active volunteer in community and church activities in the Scranton area and was employed at the Saquoit Silk Mill, Capital Records and South Scranton Catholic High School prior to her retirement. Funeral services will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. from the Dorothy Talipski Funeral Home, 3401 Pittston Avenue, Greenwood, Pa. followed at 10 a.m. by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church, 3335 Greenwood Ave., Greenwood. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday from 4:30 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John the Evangelist Church, Binghamton or St. Mary's Church (Greenwood), Scranton, Pa.

Raymond J. Nowakowski     September 19, 2001

September20,2001

Raymond J. Nowakowski, Scranton, died early Wednesday morning at Moses Taylor Hospital. His wife is the former Mary A. Coleman. They celebrated 47 years of marriage Aug. 6. Born in Duryea, son of the late Bronislaw and Nellie Swenton Nowakowski, he was a member of St. Ann's Basilica, Scranton. He was educated in Newton- Ransom public schools,and was a Navy veteran. Before his retirement, he was employed by Wyoming Sand and Gravel Co. He was a loving husband, father and brother. His grandchildren were his greatest joy in life. Also surviving are five sons, Raymond J. Jr. and Thomas M., both of Scranton, Joseph T., Canadensis, William R., Wrightsville, and Michael R., Scranton; two brothers, Anthony, Duryea, and Bruney, Falls; two sisters, Joan Mazaleski, Duryea, and Victoria Kubick, Falls; 12 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. from the Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home Inc.,1240 St. Ann's St., with Mass at 10:45 a.m. in St. Ann's Basilica. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1101 Hill St., Jessup, 18434

Grace Garuba

10/30/2002

Grace Garuba, of John Street, Pittston, died Tuesday at home. She was born and reared in Pittston, daughter of the late Daniel and Ann Delmonte. She attended Pittston City schools. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph; brothers, Ralph, Michael, Joseph and Daniel. Surviving are sons, Joseph, Anchorage, Alaska; Anthony, with whom she resided; daughter, Mary Grace Balent, Exeter; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Julia Terry and Minnie Caputo, both of Pittston; brothers, Anthony, Dupont; James and John, both of Pittston; nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held Thursday at 8:30 from Adonizio Funeral Home Inc., 251 William St. Pittston, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Exeter. Friends may call Wednesday, 6 to 9. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Scranton Times Tribune  01/18/2004

John A. Nowakowski     January 17, 2004

John A. Nowakowski, 91, of Duryea, died Saturday at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township. He and his wife, the former Regina "Jean" Danoski, celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary Oct.15, 2003. Born in Duryea, son of the late Anthony and Teofila Arent Nowakowski, he attended Duryea schools and served with the Navy Seabees during World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Techneglas, Jenkins Township. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea, where he was formerly employed and was a past officer and member of the Holy Name Society. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1227 and the American Legion Post 585, both in Duryea. He was a life member of the Germania Hose Company, Duryea, a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Pittston, and a former Duryea councilman and member of the Democratic Party. He was a tax collector in Duryea for 36 years. Also surviving are two sons, Alan, Duryea; and Duane, Dupont; three grandsons; four great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward and Bruney Nowakowski, three sisters, Edna "Lottie" Olanovich, Mary Kishel and Josephine Sowa, and a stepsister, Mary Shamrock. The funeral will be Tuesday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St. Duryea, with Mass at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment, parish cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Tuesday, 8 to 9 a.m. Military services will be conducted by the VFW Post 1227 and the American Legion Post 585. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Rosary Church or Holy Rosary School, 127 Stephenson St., Duryea, 18642.

Michael Rakowski    May 3, 2004

05/05/2004

Michael "Mitch" Rakowski, of Duryea, was pronounced dead on arrival at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, Monday morning. He was born in Pittston, son of Elizabeth Gerboc Rakowski, of Duryea, and the late Felix Rakowski. He was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Lake Silkwood. He was a 1967 graduate of Pittston Area High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, were he received several acts of bravery medals. He was last employed by the Nestle Corp. White Plains N.Y., and later by the Applebee Window Corp. and as security chief for Century Security. Survivors besides his mother are his wife, the former Joan Levandowski; a son, Michael, and a daughter, Maria, both at home; a sister, Mary Rugletic, Duryea; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and several cousins. He was preceded in death by a brother, Felix G. The funeral will be held Friday at 8:30 a.m. from the Ruane and Regan Funeral Home, 1308 Grove St., Avoca, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Duryea. Interment at SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Moosic. Friends may call Thursday evening, 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Veteran Administration Medical Center, 111 East End Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, 18701.

Michael Carter    July 5, 2004

Waters of Lake Huron claim life of scholar, athlete from Avondale

By Sandra Armbruster

Community Editor

Nineteen-year-old Michael Carter was "doing all he was supposed to do" Sunday after the personal watercraft he was riding with two girls was overturned by a large wave in Lake Huron on Sunday. After righting the three-person craft, the three waited together until 30 minutes before sunset. Then the two girls swam a mile to shore at Port Austin Road. Carter stayed on the machine. "He was an awesome swimmer. He had a life preserver, a flare and a whistle," said his sister, Nicole."It just didn't work out." After the Coast Guard searched all night, a woman found a teenage boy identified as Carter at Slavin's Point, four miles from where the watercraft had left shore in the Caseville area.He was still wearing his life vest. Carter, a 2003 graduate of Avondale High School, was attending Michigan State University. "He excelled at all he did," his sister said. That included having received PADI open water scuba certification during a family vacation to the Bahamas in June.He was a "scholar athlete," Nicole Carter said, having spent four years on the varsity at Avondale in lacrosse and soccer. "He never got in trouble." In both 2001 and 2002, he received an honorable mention in the Troy Eccentric All Area Boys Soccer.At MSU, he was in the honors college where he was studying to become a doctor. In the last semester, he received a 3.9 grade point average. He also had just returned from a trip to Panama doing research through MSU. He was involved in working on computer research, his sister said, and had just celebrated having worked more than one year at the Red Lobster in Rochester Hills. Funeral services for Carter are at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 10, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Troy with the Rev. James R. Rafferty officiating. Burial is in White Chapel Memorial Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-9 p.m. Thursday and 3-9 p.m. Friday at Price Funeral Home, 3725 Rochester Road. Visitation also is from 9-9:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. Michael Carter is survived by his parents, Michael and Denise of Troy; sister Nicole; grandparents James and Theresa Collett of Metamora, and James and Martha Carter of Sterling Heights; great-grandmother Evelyn Carter of Redford Township; an aunt and uncle; and four cousins. He is also survived by his high school sweetheart, Kerry "Ker-Bear" Melenovsky. "He was loved by everybody," Nicole Carter said.

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Mary Madden September 28, 2004

Mary C. Madden, 78, formerly of Brown Street, Duryea, died Tuesday evening at East Mountain Manor, Plains Township, where she was a guest since 2000. She was born in Duryea, and was the daughter of the late Chester and Mary Galushka Levendowski. Her husband, James, died in 1977. She was of the Catholic faith. She had worked last at Brook's Manufacturing in Old Gorge. Surviving are a son, James, Phillipsburg, N.J.; brothers, Chester, Plymouth; John, Moosic; Edward, Pittston; Adam, Avoca; sisters, Sophie Burke, Scranton; Ann Jasienski, Duryea; Stella Bozinko, Duryea; Helen Kania, Greenwood; Bertha Nesgoda, Scranton; Shirley Karuzie, Avoca; Tessie Nowakowski, West Wyoming; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph. The funeral and interment will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by Ruane & Regan Funeral Homes, Avoca and Pittston.

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Amanda P. Keeler     October 12, 2004

Amanda P. Keeler, 24, of Clarks Summit, died Tuesday evening at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital from an aneurysm of the brain. Born Feb. 26, 1980, in Scranton, daughter of Rick R. Keeler, RR 2, Dalton, and Paulette Kubick Keeler, Clarks Summit, she resided in the Dalton and Abington area all her life. She was a 1998 graduate of Tunkhannock Area High School and a graduate of Keystone College. She was formerly employed as a caretaker at the Lourdesmont School, Clarks Summit, and later became manager of Burger King in Dunmore. Also surviving are a sister, Vanessa, Clarks Summit; paternal grandmother, Jean Keeler, Dalton; maternal grandparents, Paul and Alta Kubick, Tunkhannock; and aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Roger Keeler. The funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Interment, Fairview Cemetery, Mill City. Friends may call Friday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Alfred I. DuPont Institute, Wilmington, DE 19803.

Scranton Times Tribune

11/08/2004

Edna Lipinski     November 7, 2004

Edna M. Lipinski, 85, of Tunkhannock, died Sunday at Tyler Memorial Hospital in Tunkhannock. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Stanley Lipinski. Born Dec. 9, 1918, in Duryea, daughter of the late Walenty and Katazyna Wieczerzak Surowiec, she was a 1936 graduate of Newton Ransom High School. She was a member of the Church of Nativity B.V.M. in Tunkhannock, and a member of the Altar Rosary Society. She enjoyed cooking, especially Polish cuisine and new recipes. She also received great enjoyment working with flowers, and being with her grandchildren and great-grandson. Also surviving are a daughter, Barbara Kovalchick, Tunkhannock; sons David Lipinski, West Chester, and Thomas Lipinski, Indiana; nine grandchildren; a great-grandson; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters Helen Bodnevich and Josephine Kenia; and brothers Edward and Joseph Surowiec. An Altar Rosary service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. from the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home Inc., 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, with Mass of Christian Burial at noon at the Church of Nativity B.V.M. in Tunkhannock. Interment, Pieta Cemetery, Tunkhannock. Friends may call Wednesday, 10 until time of the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Tyler Memorial Hospital, 880 state Route 6 west, Tunkhannock, 18657.

Scranton Times Tribune  12/09/2004

Julia Terry    December 7, 2004

Julia (Tartaglia) Terry, Hughestown, died Tuesday evening at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. She was the widow of James Terry. A daughter of the late Daniel and Anna Rubino DelMonte, she attended Hughestown schools. She was a member of the International Ladies Garment Workers Union and worked in the garment industry for 47 years. A devout member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston, she attended the weekly rosary group and enjoyed watching EWTN. Julia was beloved by and devoted to her family. A lifelong resident of Hughestown, she made her home the center for family gatherings. Her generous spirit will be sadly missed and remembered by all who knew and loved her. Surviving are two daughters, Shirley Craig, Ohio, and Julie Plishka, Old Forge; three brothers, Anthony, Dupont, and James and Johnny, both of Hughestown; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by four brothers, Daniel, Ralph, Joseph and Michael DelMonte, and two sisters, Grace Garuba and Minnie Caputo. The funeral will be Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Adonizio Funeral Home Inc., 251 William St., Pittston, with Mass at 9:30 in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Pittston. Interment, Denison Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Rosary recitation, 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Building Fund, 237 William St., Pittston, 18640; or to EWTN, 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AR 35210.

Scranton Times Tribune 12/24/2004

Michael J. Rostkowski

December 22, 2004

Michael J. Rostkowski, 84, of Duryea, died Wednesday morning. He and his wife, the former Irene Branas, celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary May 23. Born in Duryea, son of the late Saturin and Eva Antosiewicz Rostkowski, he was educated in Duryea schools. During World War II, he served as a sergeant with the Army 378th Fighter Squadron. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by the Chamberlain Army ammunitions plant in Scranton. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church and the VFW Post 1227, both in Duryea. Also surviving are two sons, Michael, Larksville, and Mark, Duryea; two daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Deborah) Pesta, West Wyoming, and Mrs. Gerald (Karen) Lacey, Duryea; a grandson, Michael Jeffrey Rostkowski; a sister, Stella Reidy, Duryea; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Leo and John, and two sisters, Edna Justick and Sophie Clark. The funeral will be Monday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Military services will be conducted by VFW Post 1227. Interment, parish cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Sunday, 5 to 9 p.m.

Eleanor Zareski

December 29, 2004

Eleanor (Kubick) Zareski, 87, formerly of 151 Baldwin Ave., Waterbury, Conn., died Wed., Dec. 29, 2004 at Haven Health Center of Waterbury, Conn. She was the widow of John F. Zareski. Preceding her in death was daughter, Marianne Z. O'Boyle. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Robert Gargano, West Hartford, Conn.; son and daughter-in-law, Norman and Susan Zareski, Palos Verdes Estates, Calif.;- sister-in-law, Clara Zajulka, Duryea; seven grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A Memorial mass was held at St. Francis Xavier Church, Waterbury, Conn. A Committal Service will be held in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Duryea on Tues., Jan. 4, 2005 at 10a.m. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Xavier Church, 625 Baldwin St., Waterbury, CT 06706. Arrangements by Kelly-Brennan Funeral Home, 768 Baldwin St., Waterbury. CT 06706.

03/07/2005

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Stanley R. Lipinski  March 6, 2005

Stanley R. Lipinski, 81, of Tunkhannock, died Sunday at Community Medical Center. His wife, the former Edna M. Surowiec, preceded him in death. Born March 14, 1923, in Falls, son of the late Benjamin and Victoria Phillips Lipinski, he worked as a dairy farmer and at the Aldovin Dairy in Lemon. He was also employed by the Schnelly Distillery and in the plumbing department at the Gay Murray Co., Tunkhannock. In 1956, he founded the Trail Implement Co. in Factoryville, which he owned until 1978. He retired from the maintenance department of the Tunkhannock Area School District. He was a member of the Church of the Nativity BVM, Tunkhannock, a 4th Degree member of the Father Francis Perkosky Knights of Columbus Council 5942, and a member of the Triton Hose Company, Tunkhannock. Surviving are a daughter, Barbara Kovalchick, Tunkhannock; two sons, David, West Chester, and Thomas, Indianapolis; three sisters, Helen Ann Lipinski, Falls; Regina Woloszn, Falls, and Genevieve Matylewicz, Clarks Summit; nine grandchildren; a great-grandson, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Walter Benny. The funeral will be Thursday at 11:30 a.m. from the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home Inc., 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, with Mass at noon in the Church of the Nativity BVM, Tunkhannock. Interment, Pieta Cemetery, Tunkhannock. Friends may call Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association.

Nowakowski, Regina  April 8, 2005

Mrs.Regina (Jean) Nowakowski,86, of Duryea passed away Friday at Taylor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Taylor. Born in Duryea, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Lenore Scurowski Danoski. She was a graduate of Duryea High School and Madame Fenwick's Beauty School. For over 50 years, she owned and operated Jean’s Beauty Shop, Duryea. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea, and its Confraternity of Christian Women. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary Post 585, Duryea. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, who passed away on January 17, 2004, and one brother, Charles. Surviving are sons, Alan and his wife, Janice Nowakowski of Duryea; Duane and his wife, Mary Nowakowski of Dupont; three grandsons, Alan, Darrin and Duane J.; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Alfred Danoski of Milford, CT; Henry Danoski of Las Vegas, Nevada; one sister, Sophie Berkowski of Duryea; nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home, Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening from 6 to 8.The confraternity of Christian Women will recite the rosary on Sunday evening at 7.

Published in the TimesLeader on 4/9/2005.

Scranton Times Tribune 4/26/2005

Carol Ann Orkwis, R.N.   April 25, 2005

Carol Ann Orkwis, R.N., of Lackawanna Avenue, Duryea, died Monday in the Hospice Unit of Mercy Hospital. Born in Taylor, she was the daughter of Regina Kishel Orkwis, of Duryea, and the late Edward Orkwis. She was a graduate of Northeast High School and the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Mercy Hospital for 35 years. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Also surviving are one brother, Edward Orkwis, of Duryea, and two nieces, Mindy and Amanda. The funeral will be Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment, parish cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Wednesday, 6 to 9 p.m

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Lila McNulty Stascavage, July 15, 2005

Lila McNulty Stascavage, 79, of Camp Springs, Md., originally from Duryea, died Friday at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, D.C. She was the wife of Stanley M. Stascavage, also originally from Duryea. Born on Sept. 15, 1925, in Duryea, daughter of the late Harry and Bertha (Dudnow) McNulty, she graduated from Newton-Ransom High School in 1943. Before her marriage to Stanley in 1948, she worked at the Brooks Pants Factory in Old Forge. She traveled extensively with her husband until his retirement from the Air Force in 1961. During his military career, they were stationed at SAC HQ, Washington, D.C., Offutt Air Force Base, Omaha, Neb., The Defense Language Institute, Monterey, Calif., U. S. Air Force Base, Bad Soden, Germany, and Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. After residing for 2 years in Harding, they settled in Camp Springs, Md., in 1963. Surviving are a daughter, Ellen Smith; three sisters, Dolores Knapp, Charlotte Mazaleski and Darlene Krysko; and a grandson, Brent Smith. The funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle Church, Camp Springs, Md. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery on Aug. 4 at 1 p.m. Friends may call Wednesday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lee Funeral Home Inc., Branch Avenue and Coventry Way, Clinton, Md. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Arthritis Foundation, 4455 Ct. Ave., N.W. Suite 300, Washington, D.C., 20008-2302.

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Stanley F. Malecki August 8, 2005

Stanley F. Malecki, 84, of Old Forge, died Monday morning at the Taylor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, where he had been a resident. His widow is the former Margaret Moriano. The couple celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on June 4. Born in Old Forge, son of the late Alexander and Anna Malecki, he was a 1939 graduate of Old Forge High School and was a lifelong resident of the borough. Prior to retirement, Stanley was employed as a machinist by Chrysler-General Dynamics in Eynon. He served his country honorably as a master sergeant in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He held membership in American Legion Post 513, Old Forge, and the United Auto Workers. Stanley was a parishioner of St. Lawrence O'Toole Church, Old Forge. He was an excellent fisherman, having specialized in trout fishing and fly fishing. Stanley was an avid Penn State fan who greatly enjoyed the school's sporting events. He will be remembered most for his natural and delightful sense of humor that he extended to all who entered his life. Also surviving are three daughters, Lorraine Avery, of Old Forge; Jean Conway, of Pompton Plains, N.J.; and Ann Greenfield, of Old Forge; a son, Butch Malecki, of Old Forge; a brother, Edward Malecki, of Old Forge; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Fred Malecki; and two sisters, Sophie and Lorraine Malecki. The funeral will be Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from the Victor M. Ferri Funeral Home, 522 Fallon St., Old Forge, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Lawrence O'Toole Church, South Main Street, Old Forge, to be celebrated by the Rev. Michael J. Kirwin, PhD., pastor. Interment and committal rites will follow in the Old Forge Cemetery. Friends may call on Wednesday, 6 to 9 p.m. American Legion Post 513 will conduct services at 7. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Taylor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 500 W. Hospital St., Taylor, 18517 or to St. Lawrence O'Toole Church, 620 S. Main St., Old Forge, 18518. For more information or to send an online condolence, visit www.ferrifuneralhome.com

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Chester A. Lovenduski

October 6, 2005

Chester A. Lovenduski, 68, of Plymouth passed away Thursday in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. He was born on Aug. 5, 1937, in Duryea, son of the late Chester and Mary Galushka Lovenduski. He attended Duryea schools. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. Before retiring in 1996, Mr. Lovenduski was employed by Tobyhanna Army Depot. He was also employed by Wyoming Valley West and Yatesville Bus Lines. He was a member of St. Aloysius Church, Hanover Township, and the American Legion Post 558, Plains Township. He was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Lovenduski; sister, Mary Madden. Surviving are his wife of 26 years, Mary Jane Booth Lovenduski, Plymouth; son, Shane Lovenduski, at home; children, Edward Wade, Susquehanna; and Donald, Donna and Debra; grandchildren; sisters, Bertha Nesgoda, Scranton; Helen Kenia, Greenwood; Tessie Nowakowski, Wyoming; Annie Jasienski, Duryea; Stella Bozinko, Duryea; Sophie Burke, Scranton; Shirley Karuzie, Avoca; brothers, Adam Levandowski, Hunlock Creek; Johnny Lovendowski and Edward Levandowski, both of Jenkins Township. The funeral will be held Monday at 9:30 from Williams-Hagen Funeral Home, 114 W. Main St., Plymouth, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 in St. Aloysius, 143 Division St., Wilkes Barre. Friends may call Sunday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.

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Robert Plishka

November 29, 2005

Robert Plishka, 66, of Old Forge, died Tuesday evening at Moses Taylor Hospital. His wife of 40 years is the former Julie Terry. Born Sept. 6, 1939, in Scranton, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Mary (Harmonis) Plishka. He was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, Old Forge. He was a graduate of West Scranton High School, class of 1957, and the Johnson Technical Institute. Before retirement, he was employed as a tool and die supervisor at Atlas Technologies, and was proprieter of Plishka Electric Inc. He was a devoted father end loving husband and his kind, generous, and compassionate nature will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Also surviving are a son, Robert Plishka, Old Forge; a daughter, Diane Plishka, Pittsburgh; a brother, Nicholas Plishka, Clarks Summit, and a nephew, Robert Craig, Ohio. The funeral will be Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Adonizio Funeral Home Inc., 251 William St., Pittston, with Divine Liturgy at 9:30 in St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, to be concelebrated by the Rev. Gary Mensinger, pastor, and the Rev. Nicholas Kraynack, assistant pastor. Interment, Denison Cemetery, Swoyersvil1e. Friends may call Friday, 7 to 9 p.m. Parastas, Friday at 7.

01/08/06

Bert Nesgoda January 6, 2006

Bert “Bronia” Nesgoda, 70, a West Scranton resident, died Friday afternoon in Community Medical Center emergency room after being stricken ill. Her husband, John Nesgoda, died Nov. 11, 1992. Born in Duryea, daughter of the late Chester and Mary Galushka Lovenduski, she was a graduate of Duryea High School. She was a sales clerk and inventory specialist for Scranton Grinder and Hardware until her retirement and was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Church, West Scranton. Surviving are two daughters, Lori Sokolowsky, Lancaster, and Jolene Werner, Scranton; a son, John Jr., White Haven; six sisters, Stella Bozinko, Duryea; Helen Kania, Taylor; Ann Jasinski, Duryea; Sophia Burke, Scranton; Shirley Karuzie, Avoca; and Anastasia Nowakowski, Duryea; three brothers, Adam, Avoca; John and Edward, Moosic; two granddaughters; nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral will be Wednesday at 8:45 a.m. from the Edward J. Chomko Funeral Home, 254-268 Railroad Ave., with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 in SS. Peter and Paul Church, West Locust Street, to be celebrated by the Rev. Anthony Generose, pastor. Interment, parish cemetery, Taylor. Friends may call Tuesday, 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Oakwood Terrace, 400 Gleason Road, Moosic, 18507.

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Joseph Knapp May 26, 2006

05/28/2006

Joseph Knapp, 76, of Clarks Summit, died Friday at the VNA Hospice Unit at the Moses Taylor Hospital. He and his wife, the former Dolores McNulty, would have celebrated their 55th wedding annniversary on Aug. 25. Born in Old Forge, he was the son of the late Joseph and Sarah Mroczkoski Knapp. A graduate of Old Forge High School, class of 1947, he served in the Army during the Korean War. He was employed as a supervisor in housekeeping at Moses Taylor Hospital before retirement. He had been a resident of Clark Summit for the past 45 years. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea, where he served as an usher and took an active part in parish functions. He was a former member of the Knights of Columbus Council 372, Pittston. Also surviving are a sister, Margaret Knapp, Moosic; nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, John and Eugene, and a sister, Irene. The funeral will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, parish cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday, 5 to 8 p.m. The Confraternity of Christian Women will recite the rosary Tuesday at 6.

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Joseph Mazaleski June 19, 2006

06/21/2006

Joseph Mazaleski, 71, of Hanover, formerly of Old Forge, died Monday evening at the Hanover Hall Nursing Center in Hanover. Born in Scranton on March 19, 1935, he was the son of the late Leonard and Mary Kozuszko Mazaleski. He was a graduate of St. Michaels Grade School in Old Forge and Old Forge High School. He graduated from the University of Scranton with a bachelor of science degree and attended Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia and the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. He was employed by the Department of Agriculture in Maryland and the State Health Labs in Maryland as a medical laboratory technician. He was a member of St. Michael’s Church, Old Forge, and the American Accordionist Association. He served in the Army. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Marguerite Ann Mazaleski. There are no immediate survivors. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated today at 9 a.m. in St. Michael’s Church, Vine Street, Old Forge, by the Rev. Joseph M. Brozena, pastor. Interment, Sacred Hearts Cemetery, South Scranton. Arrangements are under the care of the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home, 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. To send an online condolence, visit www.KearneyFuneralHome.com.

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Veronica M. Mazaleski July 5, 2006

07/07/2006

Veronica M. Mazaleski, 88, of Old Forge, died Wednesday in the Scranton Health Care Center following an illness. She was the widow of Dr. Bernard V. Mazaleski, DDS, who died in 1972. Born in Duryea, daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Cebulka Vanyo, she was a 1935 graduate of Duryea High School and was employed for several years by Gallia Florist and Revello’s Cafe, both in Old Forge. She was a parishioner of St. Ann’s Basilica and was a member of the former Sodality and Polish Women’s Alliance of Chicago. Veronica was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Her family wishes to extend its heartfelt gratitude to the staff of the Scranton Health Care Center and Hospice Community Care of Kingston. Surviving are three sons, Bernard V., Charleston Heights, S.C.; Ronald P., Whitsett, N.C.; and Carl F., and wife, Mary, Kingston; two daughters, Judith Ann Collins and husband, Jerry, Moosic; and Janice Marie Sopp and husband, Andrew, Taylor; six granddaughters; a great-granddaughter; a sister-in-law, Vera Mazaleski, Old Forge; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Andrew, Stephen and George Vanyo; and a sister, Margaret Monko. The funeral will be Monday at 9:15 a.m. from the Victor M. Ferri Funeral Home, 522 Fallon St., Old Forge, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 in St. Ann’s Basilica. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday, 5 to 9 p.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donatkions be directed to St. Josephs Center, 2010 Adams Ave. For information or to send an online condolence, visit www.ferrifuneralhome.com.

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Susie Kenia

August 16, 2006

Susie Kenia, 94, formerly of Exeter, passed away Wednesday in Upper Chesapeake Hospital, Bel Air, Md. She was born in Falls, daughter of the late John and Anna Barestick Chaivanik. Susie was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter. Prior to her retirement, she worked as a licensed practical nurse at Clark Summit State Hospital. Surviving are daughter, Mrs. Daniel (Rosalie) Hicks, Street, Md.; son, Harold J. Kenia, Street, Md.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services will be held Friday at 9:30 in St. Michaels Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, Pittston, with the Rev. Joseph Sibliano, O.S.J., pastor of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter, presiding over graveside services. Arrangements are by Gubbiotti Funeral Home, Exeter.

William A. Coleman October 24, 2006

10/25/2006

William A. Coleman, 63, of Scranton, died Tuesday at Mercy Hospital. His wife is the former Jane Duffy. They were married for 32 years. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Arthur B. and Catherine Norton Coleman, and was a graduate of St. Anns High School in 1961. He was a certified optician for 40 years and was employed by OHora Eye Care Center. He was a member of St. Anns Basilica, the youth group and parish council and served as a Eucharistic minister. He was a member of Roundwoods Senior Citizens and was an avid Yankees fan and bowler. He was a gentleman who truly loved his family and friends. Also surviving are a son, William A. and wife, Janet Coleman, Scranton; two daughters, Jane M. Coleman, Exton, and fiance, Daniel Freney, Exton; and Teresa C. Coleman, Scranton; four brothers, Arthur Coleman, Lake Winola; Joseph Coleman, Buffalo, N.Y.; Paul Howard Coleman, Glenburn; and Thomas Coleman, Scranton; two sisters, Mary Nowakowski, Scranton; and Catherine Vigilante, Scranton; granddaughter, Marguerite Coleman; several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, James and John Coleman. The funeral will be Friday from the Albert P. ODonnell Funeral Home, 2025 Green Ridge St., Dunmore, with Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Anns Basilica. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anns Basilica, 1250 St. Anns St.

Ann Jasienski November 19, 2006

11/21/2006

Ann Jasienski, of Duryea, died Sunday evening at home, where she resided with her son, David. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry. Born in Duryea, daughter of the late Chester and Mary Galushka Lewandowski, she attended Duryea schools. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Also surviving are another son, Henry Jasienski and wife, Michelle, Duryea; a daughter, Diane Evans and husband, Tom, Bloomsburg; three grandchildren, Christopher, Alan and Matthew; three brothers, Adam, Lake Silkworth; John, Moosic; and Edward, Pittston; five sisters, Stella Bozinko, Duryea; Tessie Nowakowski, Wyoming; Helen Kania, Greenwood; Sophie Burke, Scranton; and Shirley Karuzie, Avoca; nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Joseph and Chester, and two sisters, Bertha Nesgoda and Mary Madden. The funeral will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, Sacred Heart Cemetery, Minooka section. Friends may call today, 5 to 8 p.m.

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John J. Kishel December 28, 2006

12/30/2006

John J. Kishel, 88, of Old Forge, a resident of the Gino Merli Veterans Center for the past year, died Thursday evening at the facility. His wife, the former Josephine Baldhosky, died Dec. 19, 1989.Born in Duryea, son of the late Joseph and Mary Nowakowski Kishel, he was a graduate of Duryea High School. He served in the Army during World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Tobyhanna Army Depot. He was a member of St. Michael’s Church, Old Forge. He was a lifelong resident of Old Forge and was a member of the American Legion Post 513, Old Forge, and the VFW Post 4954, Old Forge.Surviving are two sons, Joseph Kishel and wife, Lorraine, Dunmore; and Dr. John Kishel Jr. and wife, Denise, Silver Spring, Md.; four grandchildren, Joseph, Jessica Lynn, Leonard and Christopher; a great-grandson, Macintyre; three sisters, Helen Kaczmarczyk, New Jersey; Regina Orkwis, Duryea; and Lucille Sabuto, Duryea; several nieces and nephews.The funeral will be Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9 in St. Michael’s Church, Old Forge. Interment, Holy Cross Cemetery, Old Forge.Friends may call Monday, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The American Legion Post 513 and the VFW Post 4954, both of Old Forge, will conduct military services Monday evening.

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Bruney E. Nowakowski January 3, 2007

01/04/2007

Bruney E. Nowakowski, 71, Newton Township, died Wednesday morning in the Hospice Unit of Community Medical Center. He was married to the former Carolyn Kenia. They celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary in October. Born in Newton Township, son of the late Bruney and Nellie Swenton Nowakowski, he had lived in Somerville, N.J., prior to moving back to Newton Township. He was employed with Northeast Envelope, Old Forge, and previously was a mechanic for various auto dealerships throughout the Clarks Summit and Scranton areas. He was a member of St. Benedicts Church, Newton Township. Also surviving are a son, Edward B. and wife, Rita, Factoryville; two daughters, Carrie Hearl and husband John, Newton Township; and Bonnie L. Kester and husband, Jack, Newton Township; a brother, Anthony, Duryea; two sisters, Joan Mazaleski, Duryea; and Vicky Kubick, Newton Township; six grandchildren, Daniel and Timothy Nowakowski, J.J. Hearl, Erica, Jaimee and Nicholas Kester; several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Raymond. A memorial Mass will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Church of St. Benedict, to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph Hornick, assistant pastor. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Saturday at the church, 9 a.m. until time of the service. Arrangements by the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Newton Ransom Fire Company, 1890 Newton Ransom Blvd., Clarks Summit; or VNA Hospice, 301 Delaware Ave., Olyphant, 18447.

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Regina (Irene) P. Rostkowski June 22, 2007

06/24/2007

Regina (Irene) P. Rostkowski, 82, of Duryea passed away peacefully Friday evening at home. Born in Duryea, she was the daughter of the late Ignatius and Sophie Duzen Branas. She was a graduate of Dupont High School. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the area garment industry. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael J. Rostkowski, on Dec. 22, 2004; brothers, Andrew, Vincent, Frank, John, Joseph and Anthony; several stepbrothers and stepsisters. Surviving are sons, Michael, Larksville; Mark, Duryea; daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Deborah) Pesta, West Wyoming; Mrs. Gerald (Karen) Lacey, Duryea; grandson, Michael Jeffrey Rostkowski; nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 9 from Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Tuesday, 5 to 8 p.m.

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09/12/2007

Lena M. Branas September 9, 2007

Lena M. Branas, Duryea, died Sunday at the Hospice Unit of Mercy Hospital. Her husband, Frank Branas, preceded her in death. Born in Duryea, daughter of the late Peter and Victoria Makuch Swenton, she was a graduate of Duryea High School and the Scranton Practical School of Nursing. Before her retirement, she was employed by Mercy Hospital for 25 years. She was also employed as a waitress at the Fox Hill Country Club, West Pittston, for 25 years. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Surviving are two sons, Paul and wife, Madeline, Duryea; and Eugene, Duryea; three grandchildren, Frank and Linda Branas, and Laura Wesolowski; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Sophie Batten, Manlius, N.Y.; nieces and nephews, including her caretaker, Joan Mazaleski, Duryea. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Swenton; five stepbrothers; sisters, Mary Gurney, Stella Markam and Nellie Nowakowski; a stepsister; and a grandson, Paul Branas. The funeral will be Friday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, parish cemetery. Friends may call Thursday, 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity.

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December 11,2007

Joseph W. Swenton of Harpursville

Joseph W. Swenton, of Harpursville, passed on to be with the Lord on December 8, 2007. Born September 28, 1932 in Duryea, Pa., he was predeceased by his father, Joseph P. Swenton; his mother, Bertha (Szarkowski) Swenton; and a brother, Ronald Swenton. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Barbara; a son, Joseph M. and Debra Swenton, Owego, N.Y.; daughters, Linda and Lynn Saxton, Walworth, N.Y., Susan and Kevin Boyce, Binghamton, N.Y., and Karen and John Sokol, Newark Valley; grandchildren, Carrie and Jason Luke, David Swenton, Steven and Jason Saxton, Kara and Kristopher Boyce, and Briana and Nathan Sokol; a great-granddaughter, Abigail Luke; a brother, Francis and Marilyn Swenton, West Pittston, Pa.; and a sister, Carol and Michael Matiko, Duryea, Pa.; an aunt, Sophie Batten; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Joe worked as a machinist and retired from Akraturn Manufacturing. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the American Legion Post 1194. He was a musician who played the accordian. During the '50's, '60's and '70's, many danced to the square dances and polkas of the Rhythm Riders. Joe had been an avid fisherman and hunter since his youth. He enjoyed gardening and socializing with friends and family. He enjoyed watching football; "Go Bills!" The family wishes to thank the many caregivers who attended him during his extended illness, especially the UHS Dialysis Unit. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sanitaria Springs Fire Department, who were always there whenever needed. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 13, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. at the Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson, N.Y. 13901. Burial will follow in Vestal Hills Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, December 12, 2007, at the funeral home.

Published in the Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin on 12/11/2007.

Stanley C. Mazaleski

(December 1, 1933 - February 8, 2008)

U.S. Veteran Stanley Charles Mazaleski, Ph.D., age 74 of Emmitsburg died Friday February 8, 2008 at Frederick Memorial Hospital. He was born December 1, 1933 in Pittston, Pennsylvania, the son of Esther Johnson Mazaleski of Harleysville, PA and the late Henry Mazaleski. He grew up on the family farm in Clarks Summit, PA. He was the husband Charlotte B. McNulty Mazaleski, his wife of 50 years. He attended and volunteered at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, The Basilica in Emmitsburg He was in the U.S. Navy and served in Korea. He graduated with his Ph.D. Preventive Medicine & Public Health, Oklahoma University 1968; MSSPH Environmental Science, Oklahoma University, 1966; Graduate School, Cell Biology, university Texas, 1965; B.S. Biology & Education, University Scranton 1964; Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School 1952; United States Navy Aviation Electronics School Middleton, TN; United States Navy Combat Air Crewman School, Barbers Point, TN 1953. He worked in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington D.C., Industrial Hygienist USEPA Headquarters & Environmental Health Scientist 1977-1982; U.S. Public Health Service, National Institute Safety & Health, Scientist (LCDR) and Criteria Manager 1973; Director, Chautauqua County Drug Consortium BOCES, Ashville, NY 1972; Health & Drug Coordinator, BOCES, Dix Hills, NY 1971; U.S. Veterans Administration Hospital, St. Louis, MO Supervisor Spectrographic Lab Human Hypertension & Trace Metal Metabolism, GS-13 Research Biologist & Research Instructor in Medicine, Washington University, 1968; Assistant Professor of Biology, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ; Research Biologist, Veterans Administration Hospital, St. Louis, MO. After retirement he worked as an Environmental Toxicologist and Nutritional Consultant and a school bus driver for the Frederick County Public Schools. In addition to his wife he is survived by daughter, Charlene Ann Sigg of Lisbon, Ohio; daughter and son-in-law, Charmane Y. and Guy Nesbitt of Sabillasville, MD; sons and daughters-in-law, Charles P. and Kimberly Mazaleski of Harpers Ferry, West VA and Carlton M. and Lisa Mazaleski of Emmitsburg, MD; grandchildren, Bradley & Casey, Ryan & Holli, David & Matthew Nesbitt, Grace, Nicholas, Sean, Carson and Carli Mazaleski; great grandchildren, Carter & Isaac Nesbitt; A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday 10:30 AM at St. Josephs Catholic Church, 47 DePaul Street, Emmitsburg with Fr. Michael J. Kennedy, C.M. as celebrant. Interment will be in New St. Josephs Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Myers-Durboraw Funeral Home, 210 W. Main Street, Emmitsburg. A wake service will be held Tuesday evening at 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers contributions to the funeral home to help pay for final expenses.

03/09/2008

Esther Johnson Mazaleski, 96, died Tuesday in the Skilled Care Center at the Peter Becker Community, Franconia Township. Her husband, Henry Francis Mazaleski, preceded her in death in 1977. Born in Old Forge, daughter of the late Harry and Mary Smith Johnson, she was formerly of Newton and Harleysville and had lived at the retirement community since 1992. She was an avid reader, loved watching the birds, enjoyed singing and was a gourmet cook. Most of all, she was primarily dedicated to homemaking and caring for her family. Her children and grandchildren brought her much joy. She was a faithful member of St. Maria Goretti Church, Hatfield. Surviving are three children, C. Henry Mazaleski and wife, Joan; Robert A. Mazaleski and wife, Helene; and Mary Ann McNeill and husband, Greg; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, Stanley Charles Mazaleski; a granddaughter, Joann; a brother, Robert Johnson; and two sisters, Theo Giordano and Margaret Garrett. Services are private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Peter Becker Community, c/o Paul Nye, vice president of Mission Support, 815 Maplewood Drive, Harleysville, 19438. Arrangements by the Huff and Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale.

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Edward M. Malecki May 13, 2008

05/14/2008

Edward M. Malecki, 84, of Old Forge, died Tuesday morning in the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Plains Township. He and his wife, the former Eleanor Moriano, celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary May 4. Born in Old Forge, son of the late Alexander and Anna Zukawich Malecki, he was a graduate of Old Forge High School and Lackawanna Junior College. In his younger years, Edward was employed by Chamberlain Manufacturing, Scranton, as an inspector. He faithfully served our country as a gunnery sergeant in the Marine Corps during both World War II and the Korean War. His career in the service totaled 22 years, after which he served in the Marine Corps Reserves. He held membership in the Old Forge American Legion Post 513; the Fleet Reserve Association; and the Washington, D.C. Marine Corps Association, Quantico, Va. Edward was a loving and caring grandfather and true animal lover. He enjoyed anything pertaining to the outdoors, and had often spent time in the garden. His extensive service to our nation brought him to share his war stories with so many people throughout the years. Ed was also a die-hard New York Yankees fan and supporter. Also surviving are a son, Edward M. Malecki Jr. and wife, Sharon, Old Forge; three daughters, Annette Nowakowski, Moosic; Deborah Intoccia and husband, Joe, West Scranton; and Michele Malecki, Pittston; a son-in-law, Neal Nowakowski, Moosic; five grandchildren, Jason and Jesse Malecki, Neal Nowakowski Jr., Britni Nowakowski and Melany Malecki; nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Fred and Stanley Malecki; and two sisters, Sophie and Lorraine Malecki. The funeral will be privately held at the convenience of the family from the Victor M. Ferri Funeral Home, 522 Fallon St., Old Forge, with a private Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment, with military honors, will follow in Old Forge Cemetery. There will be no public calling hours. Memorials may be directed to the Humane Society of Lackawanna County, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit, 18411. For additional information or to send an online condolence, visit www.ferrifuneralhome.com.

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Funeral Mass by the Rev. Charles Rokosz, pastor. Pallbearers: Edward Malecki Jr., son; Jason and Jesse Malecki, and Neal Nowakowski Jr., grandsons; Neal Nowakowski, son-in-law; and Nick Coyer.

Raymond J. Nowakowski Jr. June 16, 2008

06/18/2008

Raymond J. Nowakowski Jr., 51, of Scranton, died Monday evening at VNA Hospice at Community Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He and his wife, the former Mary Kay Powell, celebrated 21 years of marriage. Born in Scranton, son of Mary A. Coleman Nowakowski and the late Raymond J. Nowakowski Sr., he was a member of St. Anns Basilica and a 1974 graduate of West Scranton High School. Before his illness, he was employed by IGA. He was an avid bowler, fisherman and Cleveland Browns fan. Also surviving are a son, Edward; two daughters, Sara and Marisa, all of Lake Sheridan; four brothers, Thomas and Michael, both of Scranton; Joseph, Canadensis; and William, Wrightsville; nieces, nephews, and his best friend, Eddie Edwards, Moscow. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Anns Basilica. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 9:30 until Mass time, at the church. Arrangements, Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 1240 St. Anns St. Memorial donations may be made to the Crohns and Colitis Foundation of America, 386 Park Ave. South, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10016.

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Paul Branas, Aug.7, 2008

Paul Branas of Duryea died Wednesday Aug.6, 2008 at VNA Hospice, Wilkes-Barre, after a courageous battle with chronic heart disease. He and his wife, the former Madeline Ezzo, would have celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary Sept. 2. Born Feb. 5, 1939, in Duryea, son of the late Frank and Lena Swenton Branas, he was a 1956 graduate of Duryea High School, where he was actively involved in sports. He also attended Bloomsburg University. He worked many years in the retail industry as a buyer, manager and resource person. He once owned a gardening business. He was an active member of the Duryea Lion's Club and formerly served as its president. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church. He was a loving husband, uncle, cousin, friend and an excellent caretaker of his family and friends. He loved to travel and take long walks in local parks. He was an avid sports fan, especially Penn State football and the Pittsburgh Steelers. A special note of gratitude is extended to all his doctors, especially Dr. M. Torbik and Dr. Bernardi and their staffs, to VNA Hospice and Home Health Agency, and his family's dearest relatives and friends. Also surviving are a brother, Eugene Branas, Duryea; two aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by infant sons. The funeral will be Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Louis V. Ciuccio Funeral Home, 145 Moosic Road, Old Forge, with Mass at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson St., Duryea. Interment, Old Forge Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson St., Duryea, 18421; or VNA Hospice, Thomas Saxton Pavillion, 468 Northampton St., Edwardsville, 18704.

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Gloria A. Serafin Levandowski

September 08, 2008

Gloria A. Serafin Levandowski, 72, of Moosic, died Monday at home. Her husband of 53 years is John P. Levandowski, Born Nov. 2, 1935, in Nanticoke, daughter of the late John and Nellie Rupinski Serafin, she was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Church, attended Moosic schools and retired from J.C. Penney department store. She enjoyed sewing, working with ceramics, playing bingo and trips to Atlantic City. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who loved her. Also surviving are a son, John A., and grandson, John A. Jr., both at home; and five sisters; Marion Samselski, Nanticoke; Helen Sutter, Phoenixville, Pa.; Jeannette Gronski, Moosic; Annette Dawes, Jackson, N.J.; and Jacqueline Smith, Pittston. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Sharon Ann Levandowski. Funeral services will be Thursday at 9 a.m. from Kiesinger Funeral Services, 255 McAlpine St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 in SS. Peter and Paul Church, Avoca, by the Rev. Joseph R. Kakareka. Interment, parish cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday, 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Community Care, 385 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, 18704. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesinger funeral services.com.

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Stanley P. Kenia Jr.

Sept.23, 2008

Stanley P. Kenia Jr., 80, of Clarks Summit died Tuesday. He and his wife, the former Frances Stahoski, were married June 24, 1972. Born in Duryea, son of the late Stanley Sr. and Sophie Galushka Kenia, he served in the Army during World War II. Also surviving are five children, Kathleen Kaminsky and husband, Kevin; Thomas H. Sr. and wife, Lynn; Diana Makow- ski and husband, Dennis; John Valko Jr.; and Deborah Felice and husband, Glenn; 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Henry and wife, Marlene, and William and wife, Linda; a sister, Carolyn Nowakowski, an aunt, nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral will be Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment, parish cemetery. Friends may call Friday, 4 to 7 p.m.

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Doris Galuska

Mrs. Doris Galuska, 82, of Duryea, passed away Friday January 23, at Taylor Nursing Center, Taylor. Born in Duryea, she was a daughter of the late Hayden and Josephine Leshney Reese. She was a graduate of Duryea High School. Prior to her retirement, she was employed in the area garment industry. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. She was a member of the ILGWU. Years ago, she was a volunteer who went door to door collecting membership dues for the Duryea Ambulance Association. She was preceded in death by her husband, John who passed away on Nov. 17, 1992; a brother, William Reese; a sister, Mildred Antal. Surviving are daughter, Ann Marie Rossi and her husband, Ralph, of Nokesville, Va.; sons, Robert and his wife, Sandra, of Jenkins Township, James at home, John at home; five grandchildren, Michele, Chrissy, Kimberly, Kelsey and Gene; four great-grandchildren, Zachary, Allison, Ryan and Nathan; nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment will be in Parish Cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call today from 5 to 8 p.m.

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Sunday February 22, 2009

Florence R. Branas

Florence R. Branas, 90, of Clarks Summit, died Sunday at the Jewish Home, Scranton. Her husband, Joseph F. Branas, died Feb. 27, 1975. Born in Duryea, daughter of the late George and Mary Rzeszutek Kenia, she attended area schools. She and her husband, Joseph, were former owners of a farm in Clarks Summit. She attended Our Lady of the Snows Church, Clarks Summit. Surviving are a daughter, Lorraine Stevens and her husband, Theodore, Clarks Summit; two sons, Raymond Branas and his wife, Vickie, York; and David Branas and his wife, Margery, Fredericksburg, Va.; two grandchildren, Silas and Bethany Stevens; nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by eight brothers, infant Henry, Peter, Stanley, Joseph, John, Harold, Frank and Anthony; and three sisters, Stella Kenia, Kathryn Kurek and Olga Golembeski. The funeral will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea, to be celebrated by the Rev. Charles Rokosz. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Tuesday, 6 to 8 p.m

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Ash Wednesday Feb. 25, 2009

Frances Ann Kenia

Mrs. Frances Ann Kenia, 80, of Clarks Summit, passed away Wednesday afternoon at her home. Born in South Bound Brook, N.J., she was a daughter of the late Frank and Veronica Stropka Stahoski. She was a graduate of Bound Brook High School. She attended Our Lady of Snows Church, Clarks Summit. She resided in Clarks Summit since 1972. Prior to that, she resided in New Jersey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley P. Kenia Jr., who passed away on September 23, 2008; a granddaughter, Sheryl; three brothers, Anthony, Frank and Klem; and two sisters, Louise Mendo and Josephine Petrykowski. Surviving are daughters, Diana Makowski and her husband, Dennis, of Somersville, N.J., Kathleen Kaminky and her husband, Kevin, of Stroudsburg, Pa.; Deborah Felice and her husband, Glenn, of Bound Brook, N.J.; sons, John Valko Jr., of Chalfont, Pa.; Thomas H. Kenia Sr. and his wife, Lynn, of Sterling, Pa.;13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, John Stahoski, of Branchburg, N.J.; sisters, Veronica Petrykowski, of Florida; Sophie Nolty of Middlesex, N.J.; nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Friday, from 4 to 7 p.m.

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March 5, 2009

Sophie V. Batten

Sophie V. Batten, 89, of Manlius, N.Y., died Thursday at St. Joseph's Hospital, Syracuse, N.Y. She was the widow of Albert Batten, who died Dec. 12, 1968. Born May 15, 1919, in Duryea, daughter of the late Peter and Victoria Makuch Swenton, she was a 1936 graduate Duryea High School. When she was young, she worked in the Duryea area for many years. During World War II, she worked at Sikorsky Aircraft in Connecticut, where she helped make brake shoes for bombers. After the war, she worked at various resorts in the Poconos. She also worked for various New York phone companies until her retirement from AT&T in 1988. She was loved and will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Surviving are two sons, Albert F. Batten and wife, Teri, Manlius N.Y.; and James Batten and wife, Valerie, Lakeland, Fla.; five grandchildren, Paul, Julie, Christine, Patrick and Benjamin Batten; several nieces and nephews.She was also preceded in death by five sisters, Nellie Nowakowski, Mary Gurney, Stella Markham, Lena Branas and Irene Rostkowski; and eight brothers, Joseph and John Swenton and Vincent, Frank, John, Joseph, Andrew and Tony Branas. The funeral will be Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Louis V. Ciuccio Funeral Home, 145 Moosic Road, Old Forge, with Mass at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson St., Duryea, or St. Joseph's Hospital, 301 Prospect Ave., Syracuse, N.Y. Friends may call Monday, 4 to 7 p.m.

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May 12, 2009

Sophia Berkoski

Sophia "Sophie" Berkoski, of Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Main Street, Duryea, died Tuesday in Tucson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley "Berkie" Berkoski. Born Feb. 11, 1917, in Duryea, daughter of the late Peter and Alice Lenore Sczurowski Danoski, she was a 1935 graduate of Duryea High School. With her husband and parents, she co-owned and operated Danoski's Bar and Grill on Main Street in Duryea from 1951 to 1983. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. She was a beloved mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Surviving are a daughter, Sandra Singer and husband, Robert, Tucson; a daughter-in-law, Linda Griner Berkoski, Ransom Twp.; six grandchildren, Bryan Berkoski, Scranton; Steven Berkoski, Salt Lake City; Susan Kesten and husband, Matthew, York; Mark Berkoski, Ransom Twp.; Bernard Ostrowski and wife, Amy, Honolulu; and Jennifer Singer, Seattle; nine great-grandchildren, Andrea, Kaitlyn, Chloe and Ashley Berkoski; Lucas and Jacob Kesten and William, Jelda? and Tianna? Ostrowski, a great-great-granddaughter, Kaliyah? Berkoski; nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a son, Raymond Berkoski; a grandson, Raymond J. Berkoski; a sister, Regina Nowakowski; and three brothers, Alfred, Charles and Henry Danoski. The funeral will be Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 in Holy Rosary Church. Interment, parish cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Saturday, 9 to 10. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Court at Tucson, Gardens Activities, 3701 North Swan Road, Tucson, AZ 85718.

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June 28, 2009

Robert Branas

Robert Branas, 62, of Chicago, Ill., formerly of Port Griffith, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2009, at home. Born April 28, 1947, he was the son of the late Andrew and Agnes Branas. He graduated from St. John High School, Pittston. Robert served in Vietnam with the 121st Signal Battalion 1st Infantry Division, Di An, Vietnam. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and the Army Commendation Medal. Prior to retirement he worked for TWA, Chicago, Ill. Surviving are his brother, Daniel, Wilkes-Barre; nephew, Dan, Scranton; and niece, Danielle, Bear Creek. Burial was with military honors in the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, Ill.

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Stella Rose Bozinko

Mrs. Stella Rose Bozinko, 87, of Duryea, passed away Sunday afternoon, September 6, 2009, at the Taylor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Taylor, where she had been a guest. Born in Duryea, she was a daughter of the late Chester and Mary Galushka Lewandowski. She attended Holy Rosary Schools, Duryea. She was formerly employed by the former Brooks Manufacturing, Old Forge. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Mrs. Bozinko was a devoted Catholic, loving wife and mother. She took care of her parents. She was a great and loving sister, aunt and friend to all. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adam, who passed away over 50 years ago; three sisters, Ann Jesienki, Mary Madden and Bert Nesgoda; and two brothers, Joseph and Chester. Surviving are her son, Gerald Bozinko of Duryea; sisters Sophie Burke of Scranton, Shirley Karuzie of Avoca, Helen Kania of Greenwood and Anastasia Nowakowski of Duryea; brothers Adam, of Hunlock Creek; John, of Moosic; and Edward, of Pittston; as well as nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. Mrs. Bozinko's funeral will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 in Holy Rosary Church, Duryea. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Duryea. Friends may call Wednesday, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Gerald would like to thank and extend his appreciation to the staff of Taylor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for giving his mom such wonderful care.

Published in Times Leader on September 8, 2009