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Obituary: Alverna M. Merkel (June 14, 1918 - August 22, 2006)

Mrs. Alverna Mae (Weicker) Merkel, age 88, of Pottsville, Pa., formerly of Coaldale and Walker Twp., died Tuesday, August 22, 2006, at HCR Manor Care of Pottsville in Pottsville, Pa.

A Blythe Twp. High School Graduate, Alverna worked as a Cutter for the former Bubels Factory, Tamaqua, Pa. Alverna worshiped at the Emanuel Evangelical Church.

Born in Tuscarora, Pa she was the daughter of the late Charles Weicker and the late Edith (Blew) Weicker.

Preceded in death by her Husband Charles S. Merkel Oct. 10, 2005, Son Curtis R. Merkel Sept. 15, 2004, Daughter Ruthann Harahus Oct. 15, 2004, Sisters Madelyne Cahill and Doris DeAngelo.

Alverna has been cared for by her daughter-in-law Myrtle E. Merkel of Andreas, Pa. and Son-in-law Peter Harahus of Weatherly, Pa.

Four Grandchildren and Five Great Grandchildren Survive their Granny.

Arrangements are being handled by E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa., Tamaqua, Pa..

Funeral Services will be held Thur. August 24, 2006 at 11 o'clock AM from the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc.

Calling from 9:30 Am until time of Services.

Interment will be at Zion U.C.C. Cemtery Lewistown Valley in Tamaqua, Pa.

Memorials maybe made to a charity of ones choice.

Online registry and condolences maybe signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Obituary: Marilyn D. Nelson (May 15, 1952 - August 17, 2006)

Miss Marilyn D. (Nelson) Nelson, age 54, of East Union Street Tamaqua, Pa., died Thursday, August 17, 2006, at St. Luke VNAEP Bethlehem, Pa.

Marilyn was Protestant by faith. She was a 1970 Tamaqua High School Graduate, and Graduate of Empire Beauty School. Marilyn worked as a aide for Redco of Pottsville, assisiting in the care of the mentally challenged.

Born in Coaldale, the daughter of the late Russell Nelson and Illomay (McLaughlin) Nelson.

Survived by her Five Sisters, Mrs. Renae B. (Nelson) Ziegler Mrs. Rochelle B. (Nelson) Lazarchick wife of Sam Mrs. Rosalind D. (Nelson) Hosler Miss Karen I. Nelson Mrs. Robin J. (Nelson) Krapf wife of Bob all of Tamaqua, Pa.

A Brother, Mr. Russell C. "Rusty" Nelson & wife Doris of Tamaqua, Pa.

Arrangements are being handled by E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa., Tamaqua, Pa., where the family will receive friends from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Monday, August 21, 2006. Funeral service will be at E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc. at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 22, 2006 .

Interment will be at Sky View Memorial Park in Tamaqua, Pa.

Rev., Dr. David Grant and Rev. James Greaser will be officiating.

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Obituary: Eva E. Berger (August 17, 1910 - August 13, 2006)

Mrs. Eva E. (Henry) Berger, age 95, of Trexlertown, Pa., died Sunday, August 13, 2006, at Mosser Nursing Home in Trexlertown, Pa. Formerly a resident of Ashfield, Carbon County.

She was a member of Ben Salem U.C.C. Lehighton, Pa., and a Home Maker.

Born in Andreas ahe was the daughter of the late George Henry and the late Mabel (Reichard) Henry.

She is also survived by a Step Daughter-Mrs. Lorraine Fritz of Lehighton, Pa.,

Step Son-Mr. Warren Berger of Lehighton, Pa.

Five grandchildren Six great-grandchildren

Nieces & Nephews

Preceded in death by her husband Arthur D. Henry, Step Sons, Nevin & Richard Berger, Brothers Oliver & Allen Henry, and Step Sisters Mrs. Alvena (Henry) Balliet, and Mrs. Irene (Henry) Rehrig.

Arrangements are being handled by Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, Inc., 2066 West Penn Pike, New Ringgold, Pa., where the family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Friday, August 18, 2006. Funeral service will be at 11 o'claock Am from the funeral home.

Interment Ben Salem U.C.C. Cemetery Lehighton, Pa.

Memorials in her name in care of the Robert S. NesterFuneral Home , Inc. 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold, Pa. 17960

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Obituary: Jean Ann Stephens (April 8, 1968 - August 12, 2006)

Mrs. Jean Ann (Stephens) Trovinger, age 38, of Tamaqua, Pa., died Friday, August 11, 2006, upon arrival at St. Lukes Miners Memorial Medical ctr. Coaldale, Pa.

Jean Ann was a member of St. Jerome R.C.C. Tamaqua. She graduated from Tamaqua High School class of 1986 and worked as a registerd C.N.A.. .

She was the daughter of the late George Stephens, Sr. and Jean (Rinker) Stephens, of Tamaqua, Pa.

She is also survived by her Two Daughters, Miss Casey Stephens. Tamaqua, Pa. Miss Carly Ann Trovinger of Brockton, Pa.

Four Sisters, Sister-Mrs. Pamela S. Zelinsky wife of Gregory of New Ringgold, Pa., Miss Constance E. Stephens of Tamaqua, Pa. Mrs. Suzanne M. Knopf of Auburn, Pa. Mrs. Kathleen E. Poramba of Tamaqua, Pa.

Two Brothers, Mr. George F. Stephens, Jr. & wife Mary Elleen of Tamaqua, Pa. Mr. David C. Stephens & his wife Ramona

Private arrangements are being handled by E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa.

Online Condolences and Registry Book maybe signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Obituary: Lawrence V. Murphy, Sr. (April 3, 1935 - August 11, 2006)

Mr. Lawrence V. Murphy,Sr., age 71, of 20 Miller Lane Tamaqua, Pa., died Friday, August 11, 2006, at St. Lukes Miners Memorial Medical Ctr. in Coaldale, Pa.

He was a member of Member of St. Jerome R.C.C. Tamaqua, Pa., Lawrence served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, and retired from J.E. Morgan Knitting of Tamaqua, Pa. He was a member of the New England Fire Co. and American Legion of Tamaqua, Pa.. .

He was the son of the late Theodore Murphy and the late Virginia (Love) Murphy.

He is also survived by his wife of 49 years Mrs. Elizabeth A (Wargo) Murphy;

One Daughter, Mrs. Sharon A. (Murphy) Sword of Tamaqua, Pa.

Two Sons, Mr. Lawrence V. Murphy, Jr. of Tamaqua, Pa. Mr. John F. Murphy & wife Erica

One Sister, Sister-Mrs. Gloria Schwartz wife of John of Bristol, Pa.

One Brother, Brother-Mr. James Gatens of Tamaqua, Pa.

Six grandchildren

Preceded in death by a brother Theodore Murphy.

Arrangements are being handled by E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa., Tamaqua, Pa., where the family will receive friends from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM Tuesday, August 15, 2006. Funeral service will be at St. Jerome R.C.C. at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 15, 2006 . Interment will be at Sky-View Memorial Park in Tamaqua, Pa.

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Obituary: Elaine Mae Sheckler (August 9, 1936 - August 10, 2006)

Mrs. Elaine Mae (Bowman) Sheckler, age 70, of 122 Clover Lane Lehighton, Pa., died Thursday, August 10, 2006, at Palmerton Hospital Blue Mt. Health Ctr. in Palmerton, Pa.

Elaine was a member of Ben Salem U.C.C. of Lehighton were she and her husband served as Sextons for many years, and she coordinated the Altar Flowers for the church. And Avid Quilter and Sewer she made quilts for many local families as well as presenting Ex-Change Students with gifts to return to their native lands. Elaine's quilts are now in Holland and Turkey. Her work history was a storied one, from cooking and waitressing at the Spring Dell Drive Inn, to working in the Cannery at Wos-Wit Farms, while finally working in the Green House's for Green Leaf Ent. and Sensinger Green Houses of Lehighton.

In addition to her Hobbies and work responsiblities Elaine provided for her family as a homemaker, and was active in the Friendship Grange, and Big Creek Flower Club, of Lehighton, Pa.

Born in East Penn Twp. she was the daughter of the late Warren Bowman and the late Luella (Muthard) Bowman.

Preceded in death by her husband, Howard J. Sheckler, Sr. July 27, 2003

She is survived by her two Daughters, Mrs. Linda E. Kern wife of David of Lehighton, Pa. Mrs. Carolyn D. Kuehner wife of Gary of Lehighton, Pa.

Two Sons, Mr. Wayne D. Sheckler and his wife Terri with whom he resided of Lehighton Mr. Howard J. Sheckler, Jr. & his wife Stacey of Lehighton, Pa.

Two Sisters, Mrs. Eleanor (Bowman) Stein wife of Robert of Ashfield, Pa. Mrs. Sandy (Bowman) Miller wife of Dale of Tamaqua, Pa.

Four Brothers, Mr. LeRoy Leibenguth & wife Kathryn of Lehighton Mr. Robert Bowman & wife Judy of Lehighton, Pa. Mr. David Bowman & wife Jeanette of Lehighton, Pa., Deceased Brother-Arthur Bowman

Six grandchildren One great-grandchild

Arrangements are being handled by Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, Inc., 2066 West Penn Pike, New Ringgold, Pa.

Private Services at the convenience of the family.

Memorials to Healtland Home Health Care & Hospice 1227 Liberty Street Suite 104, Allentown, Pa. 18102

Online Condolences and Registry Book maybe signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Jessica B. Diekman (June 20, 1987 - August 9, 2006)

Jessica B. Diekman, 19 of 523 Green Lane Drive, Andreas died Wednesday 8-9-2006 as a result of a single vehicle accident.

Born in Abington, PA, she was the daughter of Karl F. & B. Christine (Lempa) Diekman.

Jessica was currently a sophmore at Shippensburg University studying Diagnostic Imaging. She was a 2005 graduate of Tamaqua High School were she was involved with volleyball, swimming and track and field.

She was currently employed for the summer by the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

Survivors: Parents, Sisters Brandy C. of Coaldale, Karla N. at home, niece Chloe Diekman, Grandparents: Mildred (Yerkes) Lempa of Lehighton, Henry Diekman & Nancy (Thomsen) Diekman of S.Hampton, PA.

She was preceded in death by a sister Kelly M. Diekman and grandfather Raymond Lempa.

Calling Hours: Sunday from 7-9 pm at the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home 2066 West Penn Pike , New Ringgold, PA 17960.

Funeral Service: Monday at 11 am from the funeral home with the Rev. Michael A. Frost officiating.

Interment: Sky View Memorial Park.

Online Condolences and Registry Book maybe signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements: Robert S. Nester Funeral Home Inc. 2066 West Penn Pike, New Ringgold, PA 17960

Elaine Mae Sheckler (August 9, 1936 - August 10, 2006)

Mrs. Elaine Mae (Bowman) Sheckler, age 70, of 122 Clover Lane Lehighton, Pa., died Thursday, August 10, 2006, at Palmerton Hospital Blue Mt. Health Ctr. in Palmerton, Pa.

Elaine was a member of Ben Salem U.C.C. of Lehighton were she and her husband served as Sextons for many years, and she coordinated the Altar Flowers for the church. And Avid Quilter and Sewer she made quilts for many local families as well as presenting Ex-Change Students with gifts to return to their native lands. Elaine's quilts are now in Holland and Turkey. Her work history was a storied one, from cooking and waitressing at the Spring Dell Drive Inn, to working in the Cannery at Wos-Wit Farms, while finally working in the Green House's for Green Leaf Ent. and Sensinger Green Houses of Lehighton.

In addition to her Hobbies and work responsiblities Elaine provided for her family as a homemaker, and was active in the Friendship Grange, and Big Creek Flower Club, of Lehighton, Pa.

Born in East Penn Twp. she was the daughter of the late Warren Bowman and the late Luella (Muthard) Bowman.

Preceded in death by her husband, Howard J. Sheckler, Sr. July 27, 2003

She is survived by her two Daughters, Mrs. Linda E. Kern wife of David of Lehighton, Pa. Mrs. Carolyn D. Kuehner wife of Gary of Lehighton, Pa.

Two Sons, Mr. Wayne D. Sheckler and his wife Terri with whom he resided of Lehighton Mr. Howard J. Sheckler, Jr. & his wife Stacey of Lehighton, Pa.

Two Sisters, Mrs. Eleanor (Bowman) Stein wife of Robert of Ashfield, Pa. Mrs. Sandy (Bowman) Miller wife of Dale of Tamaqua, Pa.

Four Brothers, Mr. LeRoy Leibenguth & wife Kathryn of Lehighton Mr. Robert Bowman & wife Judy of Lehighton, Pa. Mr. David Bowman & wife Jeanette of Lehighton, Pa., Deceased Brother-Arthur Bowman

Six grandchildren One great-grandchild

Arrangements are being handled by Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, Inc., 2066 West Penn Pike, New Ringgold, Pa.

Private Services at the convenience of the family.

Memorials to Healtland Home Health Care & Hospice 1227 Liberty Street Suite 104, Allentown, Pa. 18102

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Obituary: Regina R. Sinn (January 10, 1926 - August 3, 2006)

Mrs. Regina R. "Jeannie" (Riley) Sinn, age 80, of 520 East Elm Street Tamaqua, Pa., died Thursday, August 3, 2006, at her Son Kenneth and Daughter in laws Mary Sinn's home in Tamaqua, Pa. She was the wife of Kenneth C. Sinn and they were married for 59 years.

Born in Tamaqua she was the Daughter of the late Frank & Helen (Fulmer) Riley.

Mrs. Sinn was employed by Jane Ann Fashions in Seek as a sewer for many years.

She was a member of St. Jerome's Catholic Church in Tamaqua, a 1944 Graduate of St. Jerome's High School, a member of C.W.E.A, a member of St. Vincent DePaul Society, Bingo worker for the church and a former cook for St. Jerome's Rectory.

She is survived by her husband of 59 years Kenneth C. Sinn

One Daughter, Donna wife of Donald Woodring of Tamaqua, Pa.

One Son, Kenneth C. and his wife Mary Sinn of Tamaqua, Pa.

Three Sisters, Margaret Naiberk , Helen Brshock ,Frances Goida all of Philadelphia

One Brother, Peter Riley of New Jersey

Five grandchildren: Kenneth Sinn Christopher Sinn Gregory Sinn Kevin Woodring Katie Woodring

One great-grandchild Kaile Ann Woodring

She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Catherine Riley and Mary Pavlovich

Calling Hours: Saturday from 10:30 am- 12:30 am at the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home Inc. 655 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA 18252

Mass of Christian Burial at 1pm from St. Jerome's Catholic Church with the Rev. James Brady officiating.

Interment: Parish Cemetery

Contributions in her name may be made to the church or the Tamaqua Adult Day Care @ 300 West Broad Street, Tamaqua

Online Condolences and Registry Book maybe signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements are being handled by E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa., Tamaqua, Pa..

Obituary: Ruth B. Vinson (September 1, 1926 - August 3, 2006)

Mrs. Ruth B. (Bennett) Vinson, age 79, of 4 Clarryann Street Tamaqua, Pa., died Thursday, August 3, 2006, in her home.

A 1943 Graduate of George Washington High School, and Graduate of Goldie Beacom Business School , Wilmington, DE.

Ruth was a home maker and secretary to Attorney Frank Allen of Tamaqua, Pa. A member of the First United Methodist Church of Tamaqua, she was Church Secretary, President of the Methodist Women, a member of the church Catering Society, Choir, Sunday School Teacher, District Representative to Cornwall Manor, and Delegate to the United Methodist Conference's, Past President of District United Methodist Women.

Born in Chance, Md. she was the daughter of the late William Bennett and the late Evelyn (Simpson) Bennett.

She is also survived by her Husband Donald Ralph Vinson,

Daughter-Rev. Carol V. Lawfer wife of Woody, Stoney Run, Pa.

Two Sons, Mr. David R Vinson & his wife Janet of Center Valley, Pa. Mr. Richard W. Vinson & his wife Karen of Honeoye, N.Y.

Ten grandchildren

Preceded in death by her son William L., and Brothers John S. and Edward Bennett.

Arrangements are being handled by E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa., Tamaqua, Pa.. Interment will be at Sky-View Memorial Park in Tamaqua, Pa.

A Memorial Service will be held Thursday August 10, 2006 at 3:00 PM from the First United Methodist church 124 West Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa. 18252

Memorials in Ruth's honor maybe made to the church Memorial Fund.

Online Condolences and Registry Book maybe signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Obituary: Clarnece J. Seltzer (February 1, 1914 - August 3, 2006)

Mr. Clarence J. Seltzer, age 92, of 407 East Mifflin Street Orwigsburg, Pa., died Thursday, August 3, 2006, at Good Samaritan Medical Center in Pottsville, Pa.

A Farmer all his life Clarence retired from the Reading Railroad after 34 yrs. A Jehovah Wittness by Faith.

Born in Orwigsburg, Pa. he was the son of the late Frank Seltzer and the late Ida (Hartzel) Seltzer.

Married to his wife of 67 years Mrs. Clara (Sterner) Seltzer; Clarence is also survived One Daughter, Mrs. Elsie Kunkel wife of Morton of Orwigsburg, Pa.

Grandchildren; Bonnie wife of Barry Schrader, of Orwigsburg, Susan wife of Jim Stein, of Schuylkill Haven, Linda wife of Mark Sterner, of Orwigsburg. Great Grandchildren; Melanie, Tanya, and Kristen Schrader, Emily, and Molly Stein, and Kile and Madison Sterner.

Private arrangements are being handled by Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, Inc., 2066 West Penn Pike, New Ringgold, Pa..

Memorials in his honor may be made to The WatchTower Society Jehovah's Witnesses 25 Columbia Heights Brooklyn, Ny. 11281-2483

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Obituary: Betty G. Trowske (July 30, 1915 - August 2, 2006)

Mrs. Betty G (Gillespie) Trowske, age 91, died Wednesday, August 2, 2006, at Hometown Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr. in Tamaqua, Pa. Formerly a resident of Jim Thorpe and Lansford, Pa.

She was a member of Member of the First Congregational U.C.C. Coaldale, Pa. / 1933 Lansford High School Grad. , matriculated to Penn State University obtaining a B.S. in 1938, Betty earned a Masters from the Pennsylvania Hospital of Philadelphia, Pa..

She worked in Chicago Il. were she owned Trowske Pharmacy, and previously was a registered Dietician at the Fort Howard Veterans Hospital in Maryland. She held membership in the American Dietetic Assoc.. .

Born in Lansford, she was the daughter of the late William Gillespie and the late Estelle (Monroe) Gillespie.

She is also survived by her sister Mrs. Jean G Wildoner of Lansford

Preceded in death by her husband Edward J. Trowske July 28, 1988, and a brother William M. Gillespie

Arrangements are being handled by Holmes - Griffiths Funeral Home Inc., 200 E. Bertsch Str, Lansford, Pa., where the family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Monday, August 7, 2006. Funeral service will be at Holmes - Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc. at 11:00 AM Monday, August 7, 2006 .

Interment will be at Odd Fellows Cemetery in Tamaqua, Pa.

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Obituary: Florence J. Sverchek (May 24, 1930 - August 1, 2006)

Florence Sverchek,76, of 601 East Ridge Street, Lansford died August 1, 2006 at the residence of her daughter Marcia, and son-in-law, Jack Richards of Slatington, with whom she resided during her illness. She was the widow of Captain Martin Kalista who passed in 1962. Florence was later married to Al M. Sverchek.

She was retired from the Panther Valley School District. She previously worked at Costello's restaurant in Coaldale, the Dinner Bell restaurant in Nesquehoning and Bright's store in Lansford.

Born in Lansford, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Gawlik) Baran. She was a member of SS. Peter and Paul's Catholic Church, Lansford and was active in the choir. She was a graduate of St. Ann's High School.

Surviving are her daughter and son in law, son Joseph Kalista and 2 grandchildren, Elizabeth and Andrew of Barnesville.

Sisters: Lorretta Granger of Allentown and Sister Joselle of Shenadoah, along with her dear friends.

She was preceded in death by sisters Agnes Sterusky, Marion Filmon, Stella Lake, Catherine Bortnick, and seven brothers, Stanley, Michael, Mitchell, John, Rev. L. Joseph, A. Paul and Joseph.

Florence demonstrated her love of life through her radiant smile, enjoyment of simple pleasures and wish for everyone to "have a good day". She was engulfed by the unconditional love given by her faithful golden retriever companion. She was instrumental in sharing her joy and spirit by providing encouragement to other cancer survivors. She was often heard saying " Have faith in God" and "Don't give up". Florence wanted to express her sincere thanks for the excellent care and love she received from numerous health care providers throughtout the Lehigh Valley, especially her "family" at the Lehigh Valley Women's Center Center of Allentown.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held a t 10 o’clock A.M., Saturday August 5, 2006 from SS. Peter & Paul R.C.C. 213 East Bertsch Street Lansford, Pa. Calling Hours will be from 8:30 A.M. to 9:30 A.M. on Saturday morning from the Holmes – Griffiths Funeral Home, 200 East Bertsch Street Lansford, Pa., and Friday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

Contributions: To Lehigh Valley Women's Cancer Center 1611 Pond Road, Suite 101, Allentown, PA 18104 in care of the Nursing department.

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Obituary: James "Pockets" J. Fulmer, Sr. (December 10, 1939 - July 31, 2006)

Mr. James J. "Pockets" Fulmer, age 66, of Tamaqua, Pa., died Monday, July 31, 2006, at Mountain Springs Camp Ground in Shartlesville, Pa.

He was a member of 1957 Tamaqua High School Graduating class, Catholic by faith. Jim retired in 2002 from Knoll Manufacturing East Greenville, Pa. and since retirement has worked as a Rest Area Attendant at the Route # 80 Rest Stop in White Haven, Pa. A member of the East End Fire Co. Tamaqua, and the Shartlesville Rod & Gun Club.. .

Born in Tamaqua he was the son of the late Clement Fulmer and the late Genevieve (Dintamin) Fulmer.

He is also survived by his Two Sons, James J. Fulmer, Jr. & his wife Helen Mr. Michael T. Fulmer & his wife Sherry of Quakake, Pa.

One Brother, Brother-Mr. Clement J Fulmer of Jim Thorpe, Pa.

Two grandchildren Derek & Tony Fulmer

Preceded in death by a son John in 1985 and a daughter Kelly Ann Fulmer 1994

Arrangements are being handled by E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa., where the family will receive friends from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM Friday, August 4, 2006. Funeral service will be at 11 o'clock A.M. from the funeral home with Rev. William Linkchorst officiating.

Interment will be at St. Jerome R.C.C. Cemetery in Tamaqua, Pa.

Memorials in his honor to Acces Services 105 West Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa. 18252

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