Obituaries

Jan 22, 2026

Susann Theresa Yurchak

January 22, 2026

Susann  Theresa  Yurchak 79 of Dunmore passed away January 22, 2026 at Allied Skilled Nursing under the care of Hospice of the Sacred Heart from a lengthy courageous battle with cancer. She was the daughter of the late George and Julia Dolinich Yurchak.

She was at a...

Jan 9, 2026

James J. Capoccia

January 9, 2026

James J. "Sarge" Capoccia, 88 of Dunmore died Friday at Allied Hospice. He is survived by his wife, the former Shirley Nazar. The couple celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary November of 2025.

He was born on March 2, 1937 to the late John and Stella (Alichwer) Capoccia....

Jan 1, 2026

Michael (Junior) P Maira, 91, of Dunmore, died Thursday Jan 1, 2026.Born in Dunmore, son of the late Michael and Josephine Campisi Maira. For over 70 years he ran Maira's Bar in Dunmore. He was kind, generous, truly friends with his patrons, and liked by everyone he met.

As a young man Mike played drums in multiple...

Dec 31, 2025

Alice H Toman, age 95, passed away at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center on December 3, 2025. Born in Dunmore, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Helen Hanis Toman. A lifetime resident of Dunmore, she graduated from Dunmore Senior High School and attended the University of Scranton. Before retirement, she worked as a secretary and bookkeeper....

Dec 20, 2025

James Cato died Saturday Dec, 20, 2025 in Old Forge Pa.

He was the son to the late Ben and Mary McMillion Cato.

Born and educated in the Bronx NY.

He was employed in the security industry.

He served in the Army Reserves until 1986.

He was a loving...

Dec 13, 2025

DAVID H. MARONEY

At the age of 96, David Henry Maroney passed away peacefully on December 13th, 2025 with his daughters by his side. He was the son of the late Anne Marvel Maroney and the late John Herbert Maroney.

Mr. Maroney was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Mary Campbell Maroney,...

Dec 4, 2025

Michael Kapacs

December 4, 2025

Michael Kapacs died Thursday at CMC Hospital, his loving wife of 48 years was Maryjule (Luby).

Born in Scranton to Alex and Mary Kapacs, Michael was a  member of St. Paul's Church and a graduate of Scranton Tech high school.

Michael served his country in Vietnam...

Nov 3, 2025

Kathryn A Slebodnik

November 3, 2025

Kathryn A Slebodnik died Tuesday evening at Allied Hospice surrounded by her family.

She was married to her soulmate the late, James M Slebodnik who died on February 14, 2007.

Born in Archbald, Daughter of the late Reginald and Kathryn

La Nane Browning....

Oct 22, 2025

Robert F Noto

October 22, 2025

Robert F "Bob" Noto, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the age of 90. Bob was the son of the late Thomas and Mary Cottone Noto. He graduated from Saint Paul's High School in 1953 and later attended the...

Oct 15, 2025

Laura Villalta Loja

October 15, 2025

Laura Villalta  Loja 60, of Scranton died Wednesday  at Sacred Heart Hospice.

She was married to Jorge Guzman , the couple would have celebrated their third anniversary, November 4 of this year.

Born in Ecuador, the daughter of  Pablo and Natividad Loja Villalta.

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Oct 5, 2025

Roberta T Whittington Steinruck

March 13, 1935 – October 5, 2025. Passed away comfortably in hospice care at Oak Ridge rehab rehabilitation, Taylor PA. She was the companion of Nicholas Scaringi for over 30 years.

She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Edward Steinruck, father, Robert Whittington, and sisters, Lois and Hazel. She is...

Sep 9, 2025

Mary Fuller, 79, passed away peacefully at home on September 9th, surrounded by her daughter and long time family friend, Tom. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband of 49 years, Richard.

Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late George "Mike" and Helen Capp Russell.

Mary...

Sep 6, 2025

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Aug 23, 2025

Thomas T. Jordan of Scranton passed away peacefully at The Hospice of the Sacred Heart on Saturday, August 23rd. He was the husband of Barbara (Barrett) Jordan, and the couple was approaching their 44th wedding anniversary on November 20th.

Born on November 10, 1941, Tom was the son of the late Angela (Moran) and William J. Jordan.  ...

Aug 11, 2025

Frank J. Butkiewicz

August 11, 2025

Frank J. Butkiewicz, 62, of Jermyn, passed away at his home on Monday, August 11, 2025. He was the beloved fiancé of Brenda Constantine, with whom he shared a joyful love.

Born in Scranton, Frank was the son of the late Frank and Patricia Flaherty Butkiewicz and...

Jul 29, 2025

Nicholas Pasquale Terrery

It is with deep and profound sadness that the family of Nicholas Pasquale Terrery announces the passing of their cherished son and brother. He passed on Tuesday July 29th, 2025 at age of 23. He was a beautiful soul, devoted brother and cousin, inquisitive nephew, and the most loyal friend.

Born in...

Jun 30, 2025

Caroline A. Luongo, 84, of Dunmore, Pa., passed away peacefully on Monday morning, June 30, 2025, at St. Mary's Villa in Elmhurst Township, Pa.

Born on July 23, 1940, in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Saverio "Sam" and Catherine (Torch) Zaffino Sr.

Caroline attended Dunmore schools, worked as a caregiver at Laurel...

Jun 1, 2025

Maria Mariani Luciani, 89, of Dunmore, passed peacefully into the hands of the Lord on Sunday, June 1, 2025, after a short stay at Dunmore Health Care Center. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Raffaele Luciani, originally of Sigillo, Italy. Maria was a long time member of Saints Anthony and Rocco Parish in...

May 25, 2025

May 25, 2025

Richard A. Kranick, 82, of Clarks Summit, died Sunday at Allied Skilled Nursing

Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Cyril R. and Vivian Flynn Kranick.

He was a graduate of Dunmore High School and prior to his retirement he was employed by the Abington Heights School...

May 15, 2025

Ronald F. Comine, 80, of Dunmore, passed away peacefully May 15, 2025 at Allied Rehabilitation after a brief illness. Born in Scranton, June 21, 1944 he was the son of the late Albert and Clare Zewecki Comine of Moosic.

Ronald is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Gay Elizabeth Gibson; a nephew whom he referred...