Obituaries

Obituaries are listed in chronological order by date of death or can be found through the search bar at the bottom of the page.

  • William E. Van Riper
    William E. Van Riper, age 81, of Berwick passed away on December 12, 2024, at Celebration Villa of Berwick. Born in Glenridge, NJ on March 3, 1943, he was the son of the late Thomas J. and Claire M. (McFadden) Van Riper. He was a graduate of Bloomfield High School, NJ. After graduating, William served… Continue reading William E. Van Riper
  • Melody D. Fuller
    Melody D. Fuller, age 66, passed away on Monday December 9, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. Born in Nanticoke on July 1, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Joseph P. and Helen (Makar) Tensa. She was a graduate of Columbia Montour Area Vocational Technical School, class of 1976. She owned her own… Continue reading Melody D. Fuller
  • Andrea M. (Chamberlain) Ridall
    Devoted mother, Enjoyed Music and Travelling Andrea M. (Chamberlain) Ridall, 48 years young, passed away on Saturday, December 7th, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, after losing her courageous 2 plus year battle with cancer. Born in Bloomsburg on October 7th, 1976, she was the dedicated daughter of Melva J. (Allen) Chamberlain and the late Larry… Continue reading Andrea M. (Chamberlain) Ridall
  • Barbara A. Wildoner
    Barbara A. Wildoner, age 69, of Salem Township, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital Carbon Campus, Lehighton, with her loving family by her side. Born on April 10, 1955, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Carolyn A (Rupinski) Gensel. She was a graduate of Northwest Area High… Continue reading Barbara A. Wildoner
  • Rose A. Brown
    Rose A. Brown, age 71, of Berwick passed away on Friday December 6, 2024, at Glenbrook Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. Born in Berwick on September 4, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Rosie (DeFelice) Ipher. She graduated from Berwick High School. Rose worked for the Columbia County Aging Office for 25… Continue reading Rose A. Brown
  • Mark A. Shaw
    Mark A. Shaw, age 69, of Hollenback Township passed away on December 5, 2024. Born in Nanticoke on May 9, 1955, he was the son of the late Vaughn F. and Pearl M. (Fink) Shaw. He was a graduate of Columbia Montour Area Vocational Technical School, machinist class of 1973. Mark was a territory supervisor… Continue reading Mark A. Shaw
  • Crystal L Pennypacker
    Crystal L Pennypacker, age 45, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. Born in Danville on August 31, 1979, she was a daughter of Cynthia (Stabley) Hawkins and the late Randall S. Gumpy. She attended Columbia Montour Vocational Technical School. She was employed at Patriot Metal Products, Inc until her… Continue reading Crystal L Pennypacker
  • Leon T. Moyer
    Leon T. Moyer, age 92, passed away on December 3, 2024, at Commonwealth Health Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Born in Hollenback Township on February 19, 1932, he was the last living child of the late Parvin and Hazle (Garrison) Moyer. He was the last member of his graduating class at Nescopeck High School, class of 1950.… Continue reading Leon T. Moyer
  • Michael E. Faruolo
    It is with great sadness, that the family of Michael E. Faruolo announces his passing on Friday November 29th, 2024. Born in Staten Island, NY on September 6th, 1968, he was the son of the late William and June (Leslie) Faruolo. He attended Port Richmond High School and graduated from West Side Vocational Technical School.… Continue reading Michael E. Faruolo
  • Ruth Ann Diehl
    Ruth Ann Diehl, age 82, passed away on November 27, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. Born in Briar Creek Twp on March 16, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Milden and Ella I. (Force) Wagner. In her younger years Ruth Ann and her husband, William, were self-employed truck drivers for Lycoming Silica… Continue reading Ruth Ann Diehl
  • Joyce R. Proeger
    Joyce R. Proeger, age 68, of Berwick passed away on November 25, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. Born in Berwick on September 16, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Rollie J. and Dorothy M. (Hampton) Kishbaugh. She attended Columbia Montour Area Vocational Technical School. Joyce worked for Bida Complex. She was also… Continue reading Joyce R. Proeger
  • David B. Robbins, Sr
    David B. Robbins, Sr, age 91, of Mifflin Twp passed away at his home on Sunday November 24, 2024, surrounded by family. Born in Lancaster on September 12, 1933, he was the last living of six children born to the late Charles J. and Catherine E. (Brown) Robbins. He attended Nescopeck Schools. As a young… Continue reading David B. Robbins, Sr
  • Maddox Anthony Bojalad
    Maddox Anthony Bojalad came into the world on November 23, 2024, and left with the angels on November 24, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. He leaves behind his parents, who will miss him always, Anthony W. Bojalad and Kendra E. Bedio of Berwick. In addition to his parents, he will be greatly missed by… Continue reading Maddox Anthony Bojalad
  • Nancy E. Rinehimer
    Nancy E. Rinehimer, age 86, lifelong resident of Slocum Township passed away on November 17, 2024, at home. Born in Nanticoke on December 30, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Carlton and Madge (Fairchild) Rinehimer. She graduated from Newport Township High School and furthered her education in nursing school, earning her degree as… Continue reading Nancy E. Rinehimer
  • Thomas L. Gunther
    Thomas L. Gunther, age 91, of Berwick passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at his home. Born in Berwick on November 2, 1933, he was the son of the late Arron and Florence (Smith) Gunther. In his younger years, he was a special police officer for Berwick.  Later, he worked for multiplex and retired… Continue reading Thomas L. Gunther
  • Cynthia M. Reider
    Cynthia M. Reider, age 46, passed away on November 17, 2024, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital. She is survived by her parents Douglas H. and Kathleen A. (Cook) Reider Sr. of Bloomsburg; daughter, Savannah Reider, Hazleton; brother, Douglas Reider Jr. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm on December 8, 2024, at Seventh-Day Adventist… Continue reading Cynthia M. Reider
  • John W. Cope
    John “Jack” Cope, age 73, of Bloomsburg passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, at home surrounded by family. Born in Catawissa on September 22, 1951, he was the son of the late Ralph W. and Iva M. (Bittenbender) Cope. He was a graduate of Central Columbia, class of 1969. As a young adult, he… Continue reading John W. Cope
  • Margaret Powlus
    Caregiver devoted to family      Margaret Powlus, 96, of Nescopeck passed away on November 13, 2024, at Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital, Bloomsburg, PA.      She was born on February 13, 1928, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Gaydosh) Robsock.  Margaret was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She regularly spent time in prayer… Continue reading Margaret Powlus
  • Russell E. Ryman
    Russell E. Ryman, age 80, of Nescopeck Township passed away on November 5, 2024, at Fritzingertown Senior Living Community, Drums, where he was a guest since September. Born on June 15, 1944, in Nescopeck Township, he was the son of the late Ross G. and Dora M. (Eisenhower) Ryman. He attended Nescopeck High School. Russell… Continue reading Russell E. Ryman
  • Dennis R. Rinehimer
    Dennis R. Rinehimer, age 72, of Dorrance Township passed away on October 31, 2024, at his home. Born in Nanticoke on September 2, 1952, he was the son of the late Clifford J. and Ethel H. (Hoffman) Rinehimer. He was a graduate of Crestwood High School. He went on to serve in the National Guard.… Continue reading Dennis R. Rinehimer

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