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Robert Gerard Gilbert - January 04, 1934 - January 16, 2022

Departed: 01/16/2022 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Robert Gerard Gilbert, 88, of Clarks Summit, died on Sunday, in Allied Services Hospice Center.  He was the husband of Barbara (Ostrowski) Gilbert.

Born January 4, 1934 in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Anthony Sr., and Mary Gilbert. Robert attended Meade Street Grade School, Grant Street Junior High, G.A.R. High School, and graduated from King’s College. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy on the USS Conway DDE507.

Robert was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Snows Church and was a founding member of the North Scranton Rotary Club with over 45 years of “Service Above Self”. He earned many Rotarian of the Year awards for his service. Robert also enjoyed fishing, travel, the Abington Senior Community Center, writing newsletters for the senior center and Rotary, crossword puzzles, and the Boston Red Sox.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by two sons: Stephen Gilbert and Robert Gilbert, Jr., and wife Patricia; grandchildren: Blair Carrington and Grant Alexander; and sister, Carol Brady.                        .

He is preceded in death by his brother, Anthony Gilbert, Jr. and sister, Marion Godfrey.

The funeral will be held on Tuesday at Our Lady of the Snows Parish 301 S. State Street, Clarks Summit, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. to be celebrated by Msgr. Michael J. Delaney, pastor. The family will receive relatives and friends from 9 – 9:45am at the church. A private cremation will take place at Jennings-Calvey’s on site crematory and burial of cremated remains will take place on Wednesday at 11am with military honors at Clarks Green Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Rotary International, any Veteran Related Organization or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.  For directions, or to leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.

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Patricia Elizabeth Grant - October 09, 1933 - January 14, 2022

Departed: 01/14/2022 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Elizabeth Grant, 88, of Clarks Summit, died Friday at Abington Manor.

Born Oct. 9, 1933, in Clarks Summit, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Mary Elizabeth (Healey) Grant. A lifelong Clarks Summit resident, she was a 1952 graduate of Abington High School. Most of Pat's career she was employed by the Metropolitan Life Insurance Data Center, Clarks Summit, as a computer operator, and later she was a clerk at J.C. Penney, Viewmont Mall; after retirement with her greet-friendly personality, she was a greeter at Walmart, Dickson City. She was a member of Our Lady of Snows Church, its Women's Guild and the Ladies Auxiliary Joseph A. Hall Memorial of the Clarks Summit Volunteer Fire Company #1 Inc.

Pat was a person about town often seen walking the dog at the time. She had a mind of her own and was always willing to help others. She loved her family and the time spent on the porch of the family homestead. Her kindness will be sadly missed.

Surviving are a dear friend, Mary Lou Dwyer, Clarks Summit; nephews and nieces, Thomas Matkosky (Cathy), Scott Twp.; Mary Beth Kime, Dickson City; William Del Prete (wife, Michelle), Madison Twp.; Cathy Ann Del Prete, Scranton; Mary Ellen Thomas (husband, Keith), Moscow; and great-nephews, Alex William Kime, Adam Eugene Kime and William Patrick Thomas.

She was preceded in death by sisters, Monica Matkosky, Jean Marie Grant and Ann Joan Del Prete.

The funeral will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. from Our Lady of the Snows Church, 301 S. State St., Clarks Summit, with services by Monsignor Michael J. Delaney, pastor. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.

The family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Snows Building Fund, 301 S. State St., Clarks Summit, PA 18411; or St. Ann's Basilica, 1239 St. Ann's St., Scranton, PA 18504.

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Carol Ann Bixby - February 21, 1944 - January 13, 2022

Departed: 01/13/2022 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Some people are missed when they are absent.  Carol Ann Bixby is certainly one of those people.  On January 13th Carol passed into heaven and the presence of God with her loving family at her side.  Carol’s husband Howard (“Doc”) and her family are missing her greatly but rejoice in her new place with Christ her savior.

Born February 21, 1944 in Healdville, Vermont she was the daughter of the late Carroll and Lizzie (Flanders) Tarbell.

Carol graduated from nursing school and worked as Registered Nurse in Home Healthcare.

Surviving in addition to her loving husband are two sons: Scott (Heidi) Bixby of Rochester, NY and Brett (Nicole) Bixby of Montrose, two daughters: Renee (Craig) Parrow of Lakeland, FL and Richelle Epstein of Clarks Summit, two brothers: Rodney (Alida) Tarbell of Middle Springs, VT and Raymond (Linda) Tarbell of Mt. Holly, VT, and 19 Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by son in law, Joshua Aaron Epstein.

On Saturday, February 12, 2022 a special celebration service will be held in Carol’s memory at the Bridgewater Church at 10142 State Route 167, Montrose, Pennsylvania beginning at 11:00 am.  The theme of the gathering will be “Celebrating a Life Worth Living”, and will include a celebration service and opportunity to praise The Lord for all of the ways God used Carol in the lives of her family and friends.

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Virginia O’Hara Davis - October 10, 1945 - January 13, 2022

Departed: 01/13/2022 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Virginia (O'Hara) Davis, 76, Wilkes-Barre, died Thursday at Highland Manor, Exeter. She was the wife of the late Stanley Jay Davis, who died Dec. 29, 1983.

Born Oct. 10, 1945, in Summerville, S.C., she was the daughter of the late Carl William and the late Mildred Frances (Rodney) O'Hara. A graduate of Scranton Technical High School and received her Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from the University of Central Florida. She formerly was a teacher for the Orange County, Florida Public Schools.

Virginia enjoyed spending time with family, reading, listening to music, nature and going on walks. Although she split her time between Florida and Pennsylvania, she always considered Pennsylvania home and lived her last years there.

Surviving are a son, Gordon Davis and his wife, Alison, Ocoee, Fla.; a daughter, Pamela Michael and her husband, John, Dawsonville, Ga.; a brother, Carl O'Hara Jr. and wife, Maureen, South Abington Twp.; a sister, Patricia Moss and husband, Keith, Duryea; seven grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by son, Jeffery Scott Davis, who died March 15, 2020. Surviving daughter-in-law, Cara, Nashville, Tenn.

The funeral will be Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Services Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit, with services by the Rev. Dr. Al Cremard, pastor emeritus of Independent Bible Church of Duryea. Interment, Clarks Green Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, www.stjude.org/donate.

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Francis J. Chopko, Ph.D. - September 19, 1932 - January 07, 2022

Departed: 01/07/2022 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Francis John Chopko, Ph.D., 89 years old, of South Abington Township, died Friday at Moses Taylor Hospital. He was the husband of Geraldine M. Vesko. The couple were married over 63 years.

Born September 19, 1932, in Dickson City, he was the son of the late John and the late Vera (Kochis) Chopko. He was a graduate of Dickson City High School. He then went on to receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania; a master’s degree in Speech and Hearing from Bloomsburg University; a master’s degree in Public School Administration from the University of Scranton; and a doctorate in Education Administration from Pacific Western University in Los Angeles, California.

He taught within the Abington Heights school district for three years. From teaching, he moved into speech and hearing positions: first with Lackawanna County and then as a supervisor of speech and hearing for Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit 19. Prior to his retirement, he was the Director of Special Education for NEIU 19. He was also an active member of the PASR – Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees.

He was an active member and usher at Our Lady of the Snows Parish in Clarks Summit. He also participated in the Boy Scouts of America. Having been an Eagle Scout himself, he was a Boy Scout leader with Troop 73 in Mid Valley, and he served on the Scranton Council Advancement Committee. Additionally, he honorably served in the United States Army.

He loved music and played the trumpet in local bands and at weddings. He also knew how to play the accordion and the organ, and he taught lessons. Family meant everything to him. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was an inspiration to all of those who had the pleasure of knowing him, and he will be dearly missed.

Also surviving are two sons: Francis R. and wife Rita, Glenburn; Joseph M., South Abington Township; two daughters: Anne M. Puteri and husband Frank, Scranton; Michele A. Spencer and husband Michael, South Abington Township; a brother: Paul and his wife Carolyn Chopko, Southport, North Carolina; six grandchildren: Alina, Nicholas, and Jessica Chopko; Melissa, Eric, and Nichole Spencer; nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be held Thursday at Our Lady of the Snows Parish 301 S. State Street, Clarks Summit, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. to be celebrated by Msgr. Michael J. Delaney, pastor, and Entombment at Fairview Memorial Park in Elmhurst Township, with full Military Honors. The family will receive relatives and friends Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at the Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service, Inc., 111 Colburn Avenue, Clarks Summit. Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

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Julie Conway Loftus - December 15, 1944 - December 23, 2021

Departed: 12/23/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Julie Conway Loftus, 77, formerly of Waverly, died Thursday at Green Ridge Care Center, Scranton. She was the wife of the late Atty. Peter Godwin Loftus Sr., who died June 8, 2019. The couple had been married more than 53 years.

Born Dec. 15, 1944, in Johnstown, she was the daughter of the late Stephen J. and Elizabeth "Betty" (Dunn) Conway, who owned and operated a funeral home in Johnstown. A 1962 graduate Sacred Heart Country Day School and she furthered her education at Marymount College, Tarrytown, N.Y. A professional artist, Julie owned Gilded Lily Ltd., Waverly. A recovery specialist for Marworth Treatment Center, Waverly, Julie was extremely grateful to have entered a serine life of joy, peacefulness and spirituality and it was her desire to help others and actively pursued 12-step work at Marworth.

She was a member of the Church of St. Gregory Parish, Clarks Green, and a talented musician and artist. She was an avid supporter of the activities in which her children participated, especially competitive swimming.

An active community leader and volunteer, she was proud of her instrumental role with the Junior League of Scranton in preserving the Tripp Family Homestead.

She was a member of and served on the board of directors of Lourdesmont School, Clarks Green, the Anthracite Museum, the Junior League of Scranton, the Women's Resource Center and Community Concerts Association all of Scranton.

Julie was honored to receive the following awards: the Margaret L. Richards Award - outstanding volunteer career Junior League of Scranton; the Volunteer of the Month for both The Scranton Times/Northeast Woman and the Voluntary Action Center.

Surviving are a daughter, Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" (Andrew) Perron, Falmouth, Maine; a brother, Stephen (Jane) J. Conway III; two granddaughters, Emma Perron, Washington D.C.; and Grace Perron, Falmouth, Maine; two grandsons, Jackson Perron, of Washington, D.C.; and Connor Perron, Falmouth, Maine; sister-in-law, Beverly Calderone Conway; nieces and nephews including niece, Katie Conway Warrener, and nephew, Andrew Conway, both of Mountain View, Calif.; her extended family; and cherished loved ones, Rodney (Marja) Larsen, Orlando, Fla.; and Whitney (Craig) Davis, Pleasant Grove, Utah.

She was preceded in death by son, Peter Godwin Loftus Jr.; and brother, Michael Conway, F.D.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated by the Rev. John M. Lapera in Church of St. Gregory, Clarks Green. Interment will be private St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow.

The family will arrange for a celebration of life honoring Julie at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Recovery Bank, 120 Wyoming Ave., Scranton, PA 18503. To leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.

Julie's care has been entrusted to the care of the Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit, PA 18411.

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Louis "Lou" Martin Vertucci - September 30, 1933 - December 21, 2021

Departed: 12/21/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Louis (Lou) Martin Vertucci, 88, Clarks Summit, formerly of Pocono Lake, PA and Parsippany, NJ, died Wednesday, with family at his bedside at Clarks Summit Senior Living. He was the loving husband of 62 years married to Irene (Subklewe) Vertucci.

Born on September 20, 1933 in Jersey City, NJ, he was the son of the late Angelo and Margaret (Piccini) Vertucci.

Lou was a graduate of Ferris High School, Jersey City, NJ.  He was proud to have served honorably in the US Army during the Korean War. Lou was always a reliable person with strong work ethics. He was a head pressman for many years, enjoying his work at Hudson County News, NJ and also at the Meadowlands, NJ.

Lou was an avid New York Giants fan and talked football all year long. He loved spending time with his family and especially enjoyed when everyone was together in one place. He was a creature of habit, known on Sundays to attend mass, get the paper, stop at the bakery for rolls and donuts, and then watch the game. Lou enjoyed driving and finding alternative routes; even knowing most of the roads, he was fondly referred to as ‘U-ie Louie.’ Lou and his wife were well-traveled, having been to Ireland, England, Italy in addition to taking many trips to Maine and out west. Lou was also fond of playing slots at the casinos.

Also surviving are three sons: Michael, of Netcong, NJ; Mark and his wife, Cynthia, of Lewes, DE; Matthew and his wife, Shayla, of Bloomsburg, PA; two daughters: Mary Mangino and her husband, John Mangino of Covington Twp., PA; Marissa Moguin and her husband, Mark Moguin, of Denville, NJ; a sister: Florence Frank, of Princeton, NJ; nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lou was preceded in death by two sisters: Rose “Sandra” Bellizzi, and Joann Tulloch. The funeral will be Monday at 11 a.m. at Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service, Inc., 111 Colburn Avenue, Clarks Summit, PA 18411with a blessing service by Msgr. Michael J. Delaney, pastor, Our Lady of The Snows Parish, Clarks Summit.  Interment with full military honors will be at St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, PA.   The family will receive relatives and friends Monday from 10 a.m.-11 a.m. at the Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service, Inc., 111 Colburn Avenue, Clarks Summit, PA 18411. The family is requesting for visitors to wear masks.  Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929

For directions, or to leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website. Louis’s care has been entrusted to the Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service, Inc., 111 Colburn Avenue, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Join Service via Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82822301742?pwd=R3RRbysvdytxbFZnODNUQkc0ME9GUT09 Meeting ID: 828 2230 1742 Passcode: 583858 One tap mobile +13017158592,,82822301742#,,,,*583858# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,82822301742#,,,,*583858# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 828 2230 1742 Passcode: 583858 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbVhXaNiVt

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Lauren "Laurie" Martino - July 11, 1959 - December 20, 2021

Departed: 12/20/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Lauren “Laurie” Fanning Martino, 62, of Clarks Summit, died Monday at Moses Taylor Hospital. Her loving companion was the late Mitch Fuller, who died June 5, 2021.    Born July 11, 1959, in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Bernard “Bernie” H. Jr. and Helen Ford Fanning. She formerly lived in Chinchilla and was a 1977 graduate of Abington Heights High School, Clarks Summit. She had been a secretary employed by Donnelly and Company and for other area business.    Laurie was a member of Our Lady of the Snows Parish, Clarks Summit, and the Abington Memorial Post, VFW 7069.    A homemaker at heart, in good times she enjoyed hosting and cooking for gatherings. A fan of the beach where she relaxed and enjoyed the calmness, also walks in parks and nature were comforting and her cats brought her much joy. A person to stay to herself surprisingly would occasionally share a witty off the wall comeback that others enjoyed in a non-harmful way. She idolized her daughter and was truly comforted when she joined hands with James. Her quiet gentleness will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.    Surviving are a daughter, Elizabeth Grubham and husband, James, Madisonville; two brothers, Bernard Fanning II (Christine), Clarks Summit; and Patrick Fanning (Cheryl Keen), Tunkhannock; a sister, Cynthia Fanning Champlin, Clarks Summit; nieces and nephews, and cousins.    The funeral will be Saturday, Jan. 8, from Our Lady of the Snows Church, 301 S. State St., Clarks Summit, with Mass at 11 a.m. to be celebrated by Monsignor Michael J. Delaney, pastor. Interment will be private at Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. The family will receive friends at the church Jan. 8, 10 to 10:45 a.m.    Memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Assisi Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton, PA 18509; or Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411.    For directions, or to leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.    Lauren’s care has been entrusted to the care of the Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service, Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit, PA 18411.

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Denise Marie Weiss - July 31, 1964 - December 17, 2021

Departed: 12/17/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Denise Marie Weiss, 57, of Dalton, died on Friday, Dec. 17, in Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Facility surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with a rare form of cancer.  She was the wife of James "Jimmy" Lee to whom she was married since 2015.

Born July 31, 1964 in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Wayne Byrd and Joyce (Millard) Weiss.

Denise graduated from Pennsbury High School and earned an Associate’s Degree in Massage Therapy. She was a self-employed massage therapist and truly enjoyed helping others receive relief from pain and ailments.

The enjoyment of Denise’s life was camping, sewing, and laying on the beach. Her grandchildren were the love of her life and she was such a wonderful, caring mother and daughter.

Surviving in addition to her loving husband and parents is one son: Steven Paul Weiss, daughter: RuthAnna Marie Danowski; stepdaughters: Courtney Zech and Jennifer Degroff; four brothers: Mark (Karyn) Weiss, Mathieu (Julie) Weiss, Christopher Clark and Michael Byrd; one sister: Aimee Mack; stepmother, Betty Jane Byrd; 6 grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by step daughter, Angel Shupp, and stepfather Ferdinand Weiss.

The family would like to extend their most heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Brady and the staff at the Sacred Heart Hospice for their compassionate care for Denise.

A private cremation will take place at Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., 111 Colburn Avenue, Clarks Summit, PA 18411, at their on-site crematory. A memorial service will take place on Wednesday December 29th at 3pm at the funeral home. The family will receive relatives and friends from 1pm until the time of the service.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, PO Box 1893, Memphis, TN 38101-9950.

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Stephen Hrobuchak - September 06, 1926 - December 12, 2021

Departed: 12/12/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Stephen Hrobuchak, 95, died on Sunday, in Allied Services Hospice Center.

Steve was born on September 6, 1926 in Old Forge and grew up on the family farm in Newton. He lived for many years in Dalton and most recently resided in Scott Twp. Steve was the former husband of Anna Mae Hirjak of Taylor with whom he raised 6 children.

Steve was a pioneer in the transportation industry. He started hauling produce from the family farm to NYC on a weekly basis which gave him a taste of the trucking industry. Steve started Richard’s Freight Lines in 1964 in Scranton and later became an independent trucker, hauling produce nationwide. He and his sons started Hrobuchak Trucking which later was renamed Transcontinental Refrigerated Lines (TRL), Inc., based in Pittston. He retired in 1985 and TRL later became one of the largest refrigerated carriers on the east coast and country, making it to the trucking hall of fame.

Steve was known for knowing everything, his incredible work ethic, free spirit, sense of humor, and entrepreneurial mind. He remained active and full of life for almost a century. He will be dearly missed, but his larger-than-life presence and endless stories will be remembered for generations to come.

Steve was the last surviving sibling of 12 children born to the late Simone (Sam) and Anna (Solanik) Hrobuchak who relocated to Pennsylvania from the Carpathian Region of Eastern Europe in 1900. Surviving is one son, Stephen Hrobuchak of Falls and Amelia Island, FL; 3 daughters: Mary Ann Avery and husband David of Waverly, Karen Hrobuchak of Albuquerque, NM, and Lisa Pyne and husband Brian of Greensboro, NC; his loving and constant partner of 30 years: Donna Brozdowski of Scott Twp., 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by a son, Mark, and daughter Betsy Hrobuchak.

A private cremation will take place at Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., at their on-site crematory. A memorial service will take place at a later date.

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Verna Maryland Gyr - October 03, 1932 - December 11, 2021

Departed: 12/11/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Verna Maryland (Miller) Gyr, 89, of South Abington Twp., died Saturday at Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Facility. She was the wife of 46 years married to the late Chester Gyr, who died Jan. 19, 2000.

Born Oct. 3, 1932, in Justus, she was the daughter of the late Garold and Anna May (Zury) Miller. Verna attended Scott Twp. High School, Montdale. She formerly was employed by Mohegan Grocery Store, Scranton. She attended the Peckville Assembly of God Church.

Surviving are a daughter, Susan Gyr, Clarks Summit; a sister, Beverly Jean White, South Abington Twp; and a niece, Judy White.

The funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. with services by the Rev. Ernest B. Drost, senior associate pastor, Peckville Assembly of God, at the Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Services Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family in Washburn Street Cemetery, Scranton. The family will receive relatives and friends Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.

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Robert Christopher Strickland - October 10, 1970 - November 25, 2021

Departed: 11/25/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Robert Christopher Strickland, 51, of Jermyn, formerly of Dalton, passed away Thursday after a battle with lung cancer at the home of his loving mother-in-law, Marilyn Woellmer. He was the husband of Denise Ruth Strickland, formerly Denise Ruth Davis. They celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary June 22, 2021.

He was born Oct. 10, 1970, to Arthur Strickland and Kathleen Healey Strickland. He attended Scranton Technical School. He worked as a handyman and mechanic for more than 35 years.

He is survived by four sons, Chad Strickland and his girlfriend, Savannah Holston of Clarks Summit, Kyle Strickland of Dickson City, Marc Davis of Scranton, and Christopher Parent of Philadelphia. He is also survived by his daughter, Kelly Strickland and her boyfriend, Jay Hiller of Scranton, and the two have a daughter together, Everly Rose Hiller, who is Robert's granddaughter who he loved dearly.

Robert has two brothers, Arthur Strickland and his wife, Sandy of Hunlock Creek and Michael Strickland along with his wife Becky of Scranton; and his sister, Lisa Mesina and her husband, Gary of Pittsburgh.

A private service will be held.

Memorial contributions may be made to Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411.

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Jean M. Merriman - September 26, 1932 - November 25, 2021

Departed: 11/25/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Jean M. (McAndrew) Merriman, 89, South Abington Twp., died Thursday in Abington Manor. She and her husband of 67 years, Bob, celebrated their wedding anniversary Nov. 6.

Born Sept. 26, 1932, in Avoca, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Ann (Wanalista) McAndrew. Jean was the oldest of seven children.

She was educated in St. Mary's School and a graduate of St. John's High School, both of Pittston. She furthered her education at Misericordia University, Dallas. She formerly was a psychiatric nurses aide at Clarks Summit State Hospital. She was a devoted member of Our Lady of the Snows Parish, Clarks Summit, where she served as a lecturer and was proud to be one of the first female lecturers for the parish. She was active with the church's Women's Guild, and was an active volunteer at the annual Country Bazaar.

Jean was a member of the Civil Air Patrol and had lived in Washington, D.C., after college where she met her husband. They both were organizing volunteers having raised funds for the National Aeronautics and Space Museum. She was an instructor at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., where she taught meteorology.

An active volunteer in the community, she regularly volunteered with Meals on Wheels, assisted in helping migrant workers in our area, a dedicated volunteer for orphanages including ones in Romania, a member of My Brothers Keeper organization responsible for making sleeping bags for the homeless. A beautiful singer, she sang alto in several area choirs.

She was a nurturing loving mother, who gave her children a wonderful childhood and continued love through the years. The family would like to thank Jean's many caregivers over the years. Her gentleness and smile will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Also surviving are a daughter, Christine Darko; a son, Michael and wife, Laurie; and a daughter, Patricia Merriman, all of Clarks Summit; a brother, Charlie McAndrew and wife, Maryanne, Moscow; two sisters, Barbara Gallagher, Md., and Claire Pliska and husband, John, Avoca; four grandsons, John Darko, Glenburn; Ryan Ksiezopolski and wife, Kristine, Pittston; Anthony Darko, Glenburn; and Michael Merriman Jr., Clarks Summit; one great-granddaughter, Sarah; her dear friend, Kathy Judge; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph McAndrew; two sisters, Theresa Gruning and Carolyn Kosloski; and two sons-in-law, John Darko and Tom McFadden Jr.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family, with services by Fr. Stephen Asomah, assistant pastor at Our Lady of the Snows Parish, Clarks Summit. Interment will be private in Abington Hills Cemetery, South Abington Twp.

Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Snows Parish, 301 S. State St., Clarks Summit, PA 18411, or Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411.

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Joseph J. Monetta - April 21, 1947 - November 24, 2021

Departed: 11/24/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Joseph J. Monetta, 74, of North Abington Twp., died on Wednesday, at home.

Born April 21, 1947 in the Bronx, he was the son of the late Joseph Anthony and Anna M. (Sclafani) Monetta. Joe graduated from St. Helena’s High School and honorably served his country in the New York Army National Guard. He married the late Linda Lee (Barlow) Monetta on September 12, 1971. Joe retired from MetLife as VP of Customer Service after 37 years.

Joe enjoyed playing chess with his daughter, Jennifer, target shooting, hearing updates about his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, watching movies and spending time with Jennifer’s dog, Luci.

Surviving are his three children- Christina Murri and husband Doug of Sugar Grove, IL., Jennifer Monetta and fianceé Paul Coleman of Factoryville, and Gregory Monetta and wife Ashley of Dalton; 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Joe was preceded in death by his brother, Dr. Dominic J. Monetta.

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Sally A. Bambach - October 16, 1935 - November 08, 2021

Departed: 11/08/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Sally A. Bambach, 86, of South Abington Township, died peacefully on Monday at home. She was the wife of the late Roland G. Bambach, Jr. who passed away on September 17, 2003. The couple was married on August 4, 1956.

Born October 16, 1935 in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Steven and Margaret (Swepeniser) Karampilas. She earned a business degree from Lackawanna Business College and worked as a legal secretary until she retired at the age of 80 for Minora Law Offices.

Sally was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother and was proud of all their accomplishments.

Surviving are two daughters: Lynn Sansky and son-in-law, Charles Sansky, Clarks Summit, and Lori Langan and son-in-law, Dr.Thomas Langan, Clarks Summit; brother; Ted Karampilas, Scranton; two granddaughters, Heather Sansky Mansour (Paul), Key West, Florida; and Amber Sansky Sweeney (Daniel), Clarks Green. Also five grandsons, Dr. Thomas Langan, Jr. (Kristen), Dr. Brendan Langan (Jillian), Dr. Kevin Langan (Gianna), Dr. Colin Langan, and Nathan Langan, all of Clarks Summit. Also 14 great grandchildren:  Samuel, Sophia, Olivia, Alexandra, Stella, and Penelope Mansour; Daniel and Charles Sweeney; Thomas III, Emma; twins, Claire and Fiona, Josie; and Kira Langan. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by brothers, Robert McCarthy, Jr., Steven Karampilas, Jr., and John Karampilas.

The funeral service will be private and will be rendered by Pastor George J. Matthews, Jr.

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Eleanora A. Cavanaugh - July 09, 1930 - November 03, 2021

Departed: 11/03/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Eleanora A. (Dischino) Cavanaugh (affectionately known as “Ellie”), 91, of Clarks Summit, peacefully passed away on Wednesday at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born July 9, 1930 in Wellesley, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Cosmo and Amalia (Alberci) Dischino, who were emigres from Italy.

Ellie lived a long, active and fulfilling life. Aside from being a loving and devoted mother of five, she worked hard all her life. Not only was Ellie an accomplished seamstress, she had many other jobs, as she worked in retail, insurance, bakeries, and was a cook in a cafeteria. After finishing up in the cafeteria every day, she would then tutor children and help them with their homework, which she enjoyed the most.

In Ellie’s spare time, she loved travelling North America by train as a co-director of the Mystic Valley Railway Society. Because of this, she found her passion for traveling and had opportunities to tour the world. Ellie was happiest when spending time with her family at the beach on Cape Cod. She loved to entertain her family and friends at barbeques in her back yard, and cook big meals and bake cookies during the holidays. She also loved tending to her gardens, planting trees and flowers every spring.

Ellie was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Snows Parish. She was an active member in her community and happily volunteered her time whenever needed.

Surviving are three sons: John Cavanaugh of Waverly, James Cavanaugh of Bethesda, MD, and Paul Cavanaugh and wife Deirdre of Tampa, FL; two daughters: Joanie Erpelding and husband Michael of South Abington Township, PA, and Christine Cavanaugh of Bellingham, MA; nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Joseph Dischino; and her sisters, Tina Kelly, Jill Johnson, and twin sister, Dora Carter.

Ellie is finally at peace and has joined her mom, dad, brother and sisters in Heaven. She will be forever missed by her family and friends.

According to her wishes the services will be private. A private cremation will take place at Jennings-Calvey’s on site crematory.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Women’s Resource Center in Scranton, PA.

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Margaret Mary Shimkus - October 11, 1934 - October 24, 2021

Departed: 10/24/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Margaret Mary (Ludlow) Shimkus, 87, of Dalton died Sunday morning at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Vito Shimkus. The couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Oct. 21.

Born Oct. 11, 1934, in Syracuse, N.Y., she was the daughter of James and Beatrice (Ryan) Ludlow. A graduate of Sauquoit Valley High School, Sauquoit, N.Y., she received her bachelor's degree in history from Le Moyne College, Syracuse, N.Y., and earned her master's in elementary education from SUNY at Oneonta. Moving to Scranton area, she was an elementary school teacher for the Scranton School District and shortly after moved to Dalton in 1962, where she was a devoted mom raising her eight children. An only child herself she would share with cousins her dream of having eight children.

After her oldest son's tragic suicide in 1981, she joined Compassionate Friends where for many years she comforted other bereaved parents. Margaret was a member of Al-Anon for more than 30 years where, as a sponsor, she helped many families struggling with substance abuse and addiction. Margaret was a dedicated volunteer, offering her time every week for more than 20 years to the staff at VNA Hospice.

She was the longest current member of the Waverly Community House Women's Club and for years collected old clothing to donate to the Sleeping Bag Project of My Brother's Keeper to make patchwork quilts for the homeless. For many years, she had a great devotion to the rosary. Margaret was a very intelligent kind woman who was never impressed with money or stature. She had friends from all strata of life.

Margaret was a woman of few words who was well-known for her matter-of-fact attitude. She will be missed by her children who have many fond memories, such as taking a different child every Friday for their special night out grocery shopping with a treat afterward.

Margaret, was a sensitive woman known for her great compassion for others' suffering, whether it be from drug addiction, bereavement or illness. Her family extends their gratitude to the staff of VNA Home Hospice, Commonwealth Home Health and Geisinger at Home.

She is survived by her seven children and their spouses, Vito Jr., Dalton; Ann and Dana Coutts, Denver, Colo.; Joseph and Amy, Peterborough, N.H.; Mary Keinz and Randy, Murray, Utah; Thomas and Beth, Scranton; Francis and Beth, Cincinnati, Ohio; and Michael, Fort Worth, Texas; and grandchildren, Therese, Anna Mary, Veronica, Theodora, Kelly, Julie and Derek Shimkus. She was preceded in death by son, Jimmy.

The funeral will be Thursday at 10 a.m. from Our Lady of the Abingtons, 700 W. Main St., Dalton, to be celebrated by the Rev. Arbogaste Satoun. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow. The family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit, 18411.

Memorial contributions may be made to Compassionate Friends, 48660 Pontiac Trail, #930808, Wixom, MI 48393, www.compassionatefriends.org; My Brother's Keeper Sleeping Bag Project, 260 Laurel Lane, Hop Bottom, PA 18824, www.thesleepingbagproject.org; or VNA Hospice and Home Health of Lackawanna County, 301 Delaware Ave., Olyphant, PA, 18447, www.vnahospice.org.

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Joan M. Rosman - August 12, 1935 - October 17, 2021

Departed: 10/17/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Joan M. (Coffey) Rosman, 86, of Clarks Summit, died Sunday in Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Facility surrounded by her loving family.  She was the wife of the late Irwin Rosman.

Born August 12, 1935 in New York, she was the daughter of the late Patrick and May (Kelly) Coffey. Joan was raised in the Bronx and educated in the Catholic school system.  She honorably served her country in the United States Navy Reserves.

She began her career in finance with Time Warner and served as Vice-President for HBO until her retirement.

Joan was extremely proud of her Irish heritage and was the matriarch of the Kelly family.  She was quite the character and the life of the party at the annual Kelly family reunions.  She had a quick wit and dry sense of humor that endeared her to many.

She enjoyed playing bingo and trips to the casino.  She never met a basket raffle she didn’t like.  When she first moved to Clarks Summit, she volunteered at Our Lady of Snows Church, helping them start their church bazaar.  She also volunteered for many years at St Gabriel’s Monastery.

Surviving are two sisters: Barbara Nealy of Boca Raton and Margaret "Peggy" Begley and husband John of Clarks Summit; nephews, Jack Nealy, Michael Nealy and John (Amy) Begley; nieces Karen (Cliff) Jacobson and Jennifer (Tim) Seechock, and many great-nephews and great-nieces.

In addition to her beloved husband, she was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, John Nealy, sister-in-law, Elaine Bender and nephew, William Nealy.

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Jeffrey A. Rosencrans - January 06, 1963 - October 15, 2021

Departed: 10/15/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey A. Rosencrans, 58, of Throop, died on Friday in Regional Hospital Of Scranton after a sudden cardia event.  He was the husband of Sharon (Timlin) Rosencrans to whom he was married since November 6, 1992.

Born January 6, 1963 in Scranton, Jeff he was the son of the late George A. and Ruth L. (Shelp) Rosencrans.

Jeff was a very hard-working man and was dedicated to everyone he helped. He worked for many years for Santana Products Inc., and most recent Lowes Distribution Center in Pittston.

Jeff was a member of the Polish Club and enjoyed watching the Pittsburgh Steelers. His greatest joy was spending time with his family.

Surviving in addition to his loving wife is one son: Shane Jeffrey Rosencrans, one daughter: Alyssa Lynn Rosencrans; brothers: Gary and wife Mary Ann, Tom and wife Debbie, Greg and wife Mary, and Mark Rosencrans and wife Jackie; sisters: Susan Tighe, and Leslie Depew and husband Russell; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

The funeral service will take place on Friday at 6:00 pm from Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit. The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday from 4 - 6pm at the funeral home. A private cremation will take place at Jennings-Calvey’s on site crematory. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Scranton.

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Dominic Joseph Monetta, Ph.D. - January 16, 1942 - October 07, 2021

Departed: 10/07/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Dominic J. Monetta, 79, longtime resident of Washington, D.C., passed away at Sibley Memorial Hospital on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.

Born in the Bronx, New York, he was the son of the late Joseph Anthony and the late Anna M. (Scalfani) Monetta. He was a graduate of Cardinal Hayes High School, Bronx, N.Y., and received his Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from Manhattan College. He received graduate degrees from the George Washington University and the University of Southern California, where he earned his Doctorate of Public Administration.

Dr. Monetta held senior executive positions with the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Energy. Following his federal government service, he served as the founder and president of Resource Alternatives Inc., a strategic analysis consulting firm. Additionally, he served on the boards of Hudson Technologies Inc., the Center for Security Policy, the PAM Institute, and the Nevada Test Site Historical Foundation. He also served on the George Washington University Board of Advisors, where he was an adjunct professor of engineering management. He was a proponent of quality management and employee involvement, and an early advocate for alternative fuels and hydrogen technologies. He was the author of three books and numerous research articles.

Dom was fiercely loyal. His steady guidance and quick wit, coupled with his rapid-fire speech, endeared him to many. He was fond of reminding his family and friends to put first things first (“optimize the objective function”) and to focus on priority, not time management (“You always have enough time for your #1 priority.”). He was a leader, educator, confidant, advisor, dear friend and mentor to many, and he will be missed.

Surviving are his sons, Christopher (Kathy), Gainesville, Va., and Michael, Amissville, Va.; grandson, Nicholas; granddaughter, Halie; and brother, Joseph, North Abington Twp.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, Oct. 16, at 1 p.m. at Hickory Grove Cemetery, Waverly.

Memorial contributions may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 4200 Harewood Road NE, Washington, DC 20017.

For directions, or to leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.

Dominic’s care has been entrusted to Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit, PA 18411.

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Marie Annette Manning - March 24, 1945 - October 04, 2021

Departed: 10/04/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Marie Annette (Cino) Manning, 76, of North Abington Township, died on Monday, at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was the wife of the late James Manning who died in 2019. They were married for 45 years.

Born March 24, 1945 in Clarks Summit, Marie was the daughter of the late Charles and Frances (Krukonis) Cino. She earned her nursing degree in Detroit, Michigan  and served her residency there prior to returning back to the area.

Marie was a parishioner of St. John Vianney Parish and taught CCD for many years, preparing children for Reconciliation and Communion.

She enjoyed playing cards, specifically 14 and gin rummy, sunbathing, and gardening. Most of all, Marie loved her grandchildren and loved cooking for them.

Surviving are two sons: James Manning and wife Jamie of N. Abington Twp. and Michael Manning and wife Brooke of Dublin, CA; four grandsons: Michael, Chase, Jett and Hunter Manning; one brother: Charles Cino and wife Karen; one sister: Frances Cunningham and husband Gary; many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her loving husband, Marie was preceded in death by a daughter, Sharon Manning, and infant sister, Bernadette Cino.

The funeral will be on Friday at 12pm from St. John Vianney Parish, 704 Montdale Road, Scott, PA, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated by Rev. Michael J. Kerwin, pastor. The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 5 to 7pm at Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., 111 Colburn Avenue Clarks Summit, PA 18411. A private cremation will take place following Mass at Jennings-Calvey’s on-site crematory.

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Kirk Allen Lannan - May 25, 1942 - September 30, 2021

Departed: 09/30/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Kirk Allen Lannan, 79, of Clarks Summit, beloved husband of Glenda (Lyons) Lannan for 59 years, died on Thursday at Mountain View Care Center.  Kirk and Glenda, high school sweethearts, were married on August 11, 1962.

Born May 25, 1942 in Philadelphia, Kirk was the son of the late Edward R. and Betty R. (Essington) Lannan. Kirk honorably served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era.

He attended Wilkes College and worked for IBM as a systems engineer. Highlights of his career were teaching in Australia and working at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Kirk was an avid fan of Penn State football and NHRA drag racing. His happy place was sitting on the back porch of his home of 43 years.

The family would like to thank the staff at Mountain View Care Center and Hospice of the Sacred Heart for their compassionate care during the last year of Kirk’s life. Their kindness will never be forgotten.

Kirk cherished being surrounded by his loving family:  children Kimberly Ryon (husband Sam) of Fleetville, Kevin Lannan (wife Lisa) of West Chester, and the late Kirk E. Lannan (wife Amber) formerly of Trevose; grandchildren Cory Potomis (wife Moira), Marissa and Brandon Foster (fiancée Sarah), and Jordan Lannan; late brother Kenneth Lannan; step sister Linda Parrish; step grandchildren Luke Ryon (wife Marisa), Kim Smith (husband Jeff), and Ben Ryon (wife Kathryn); 9 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law Gloria McAdara, the late Doreen Davis (husband Robert Simmons), and Lisa Schutz (husband Jerry); brothers-in-law Tom Davis, and Jeff Davis (wife Karen); numerous nieces and nephews.

It was Kirk’s wish to have his body be donated to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Humanity Gifts Registry to facilitate the advancement of medicine. A family memorial service will be held in private.

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Charles "Cliff" Clifford Girard - May 06, 1942 - September 28, 2021

Departed: 09/28/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Charles “Cliff” Clifford Girard, 79, of South Abington Twp., died Tuesday at Regional Hospital of Scranton. He was the husband of Lynne Hughes Girard. Born May 6, 1942, in Newark, New Jersey, Cliff was the son of the late Charles Henry and Marian (Davis) Girard. He honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam era in the 19th Army Band. Cliff graduated from the Eastman School of Music and earned his Master in Education from Seton Hall University. He owned and operated Cliff Girard Music for more than 40 years and was an accomplished trombonist, earning many awards and recognitions. Cliff loved to travel and especially enjoyed travelling in their RV. Most of all, he loved his identical, twin granddaughters. Surviving in addition to his loving wife are one daughter, Lauren Girard and son-in-law, Frederick Cutaio, of East Stroudsburg; one sister, Judy Girard, of Wilmington, N.C.; and twin granddaughters, Lauren and Lexis. The family will receive relatives and friends Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Services Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit, Pa. Military honors will follow at 6 p.m. For directions or to leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website. Jennings-Calvey is honored to serve Cliff and his family.

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Roger D. Wallace, Ph.D - February 26, 1944 - September 17, 2021

Departed: 09/17/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Roger D. Wallace, Ph.D., 77, South Abington Twp., died Friday at Geisinger Community Medical Center. His wife was the former Carol A. Wilkie Wallace, Ph.D. The couple was married for more than 33 years and spent every one of those years accumulating incredible friends, family, cats, memories and antiques… in no particular order.

Roger was born Feb. 26, 1944, in Indianapolis, Ind. He was the son of the late Clinton Avery and Margaret Marie (Lillard) Wallace. Roger was a graduate of Broad Ripple High School, Indianapolis, and received his Bachelor of Arts from Butler University in English and literature. He received his doctorate degree from the University of Michigan in mass media and journalism ethics, where he was a member of the National Communication Association Lambda Pi and served as the Communication Honor Society advisor.

A beloved professor of communications at the University of Scranton since 1975, Roger was a respected academic, published author, tenured professor and revered mentor/friend to countless students that were fortunate enough to take advantage of his wisdom, insight and willingness to go above and beyond. He was a proud member of the South Abington Lions Club, having served as president.

While his impact on the academic community is impressive, Roger’s profound impact on virtually everyone he’s crossed paths with is where the magic lives. Whether you knew him as Mr. Wallace, Dr. Wallace, Rog, Wog, Dr. Death (if you know – you know), Lions Club guy, golf guy, Dr. W, Nabe, Dad, Daddio, or Papa, one thing is certain, you loved him. Beyond the warmth of his infectious laugh was the unmistakable comfort, wisdom and presence he brought to every conceivable situation and conversation. His loss is profound, but fortunately for us all, the hole his absence leaves behind will quickly be filled in by the legendary memories and hard-to-believe stories we will all continue to tell. One thing each “compartment” of his life held at the end of the day was the fact that Roger did not simply have one gift or another with regard to his impact on us all, he quite simply was the gift.

Surviving are a son, Jed Wallace and his wife, Nicolette Wallace of Dripping Springs, Texas; a sister, Joan Meyers and niece, Molly Marie Rose of Kissimmee, Fla.; four grandchildren: grandson, Avery Wallace and granddaughter, Riley Wallace, both of Los Angeles, and granddaughter, Peyton Wallace and grandson, Jed Jr. Wallace, both of Dripping Springs.

A celebration of Roger’s life will be Monday at 7 p.m. at the Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Services Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit. Interment, private at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends Monday from 5 to 7 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

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Florence E. Morton - July 11, 1924 - September 14, 2021

Departed: 09/14/2021 (Clarks Summit)

Obituary Preview: Florence E. (Broderick) Morton, 97, of Clarks Summit, died on Tuesday, in Willowbrook Senior Living.  She was the wife of the late Edward F. Morton to whom she wed on September 9, 1950.

Born July 11, 1924 in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Michael J. and Florence A. (Woesthoff) Broderick.

Florence enjoyed volunteering in the Library of St. Elizabeth School in Ozone Park, NY and played on the bowling team affiliated with the parish. She was a Eucharistic Minister at St. Elizabeth and also St. Gregory’s Parish after she and her husband moved to the area. They both enjoyed square dancing for the Abington Allemanders and traveled all over to dance. Florence was a member of the Red Hat Society, White’s Sewing Group and was an avid reader, particularly mystery novels.

Surviving are three sons: Dr. Robert J. Morton and wife Marianne of Lake Ariel, Thomas D. Morton and wife Marianne of Davidsonville, MD and Dr. Lawrence D. Morton and wife Halyna of Midlothian, VA, 9 grandsons, many cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by 3 brothers.

The funeral will be Thursday, Sept. 23, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:00 am from Church of St. Gregory, 330 North Abington Road, Clarks Green, PA, to be celebrated by Rev. John M. Lapera. Interment to follow at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.  The family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday, Sept. 22, from 5-7pm at the Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service, Inc., 111 Colburn Avenue, Clarks Summit, PA 18411. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Lackawanna Blind Association, 228 Adams Ave., Scranton, PA 18503.

For directions, or to leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.

Jennings-Calvey is honored to serve Florence and her family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their surviving family members, funeral arrangements, and any notable achievements or accomplishments.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to notify friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the obituary is written by the family of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or mortuary. In some cases, a close friend or colleague may also write an obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary should include the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, and names of surviving family members. It may also include details about their hobbies, interests, achievements, and funeral arrangements.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Typically, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from 100 to 500 words.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

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You can usually submit an obituary through the publication's website or by contacting their obituary department directly. Be sure to follow their specific guidelines and deadlines for submission.

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Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, it is becoming increasingly popular for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life is celebrated in the way you want it to be.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a longer, more detailed tribute that celebrates the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor can be a wonderful way to capture the personality and spirit of the deceased. Just be sure to keep it respectful and tasteful.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive issues or complicated family dynamics involved, it's best to approach the situation with tact and discretion. You may want to consult with other family members or a trusted advisor before finalizing the obituary.

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How do I proofread an obituary for errors?

Carefully review the obituary for spelling, grammar, and factual errors before submitting it for publication. It's also a good idea to have someone else review it as well.

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This may depend on the publication or online platform. If you need to make corrections or updates, contact them directly to see what options are available.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publication varies depending on the publication or online platform. Some may publish immediately, while others may have a delay of several days or weeks.

Can I request corrections or changes after publication?

If you notice errors or inaccuracies in the published obituary, contact the publication or online platform directly to request corrections. They will do their best to make changes as quickly as possible.

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You can share online obituaries through social media platforms, email, or messaging apps. You can also copy and paste the link into a message or post.

Can I create a memorial page or website for my loved one?

Yes! Many online platforms offer tools and resources to create memorial pages or websites where friends and family can share memories, photos, and condolences.

How do I find old obituaries from years ago?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or genealogy websites. Local libraries or historical societies may also have copies of old newspapers or records that can be accessed.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an obituary for someone who was young or died suddenly?