Skook News Obituaries: May 24th, 2025
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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She was born in Pottsville on September 12, 1956. Cheryl was the daughter of the late James and Catherine Schaeffer.
After a dedicated career, Cheryl embraced her final role as caregiver. She lovingly cared for her sister Sheree and then father James, who passed away just five days before Cheryl.
Cheryl’s final resting place is among those she held closest to her heart. She is now reunited in heaven with her parents, Catherine and James, her sister Sheree, and the God she served quietly but faithfully. She was remembered in a shared memorial with her father, surrounded by family and friends who knew the depths of her kindness and the strength of her spirit.
Her presence was a source of steady light to those fortunate enough to know her. While our hearts ache in her absence, we are comforted knowing she is at peace. She will be forever missed and lovingly remembered. Cheryl was preceded in death by her sister Sheree Minnich and parents Catherine and James Schaeffer.
Cheryl is survived by her brother James W. Schaeffer Jr., husband of Melanie. She is also survived by nieces and nephews, Cody, Jesse, Samantha Schaeffer and Shane and Justin Minnich, and great nieces and nephews, Chase, Victoria, Isabella, Matix, Dylan and Hudson.
Funeral arrangements were handled by Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven. Interment is on the grounds of Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.
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Shirley was born in Schuylkill Haven on December 28, 1934, a daughter of the late Ray & Elsie (Fox) Brown.
She was a graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School.
Shirley was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Schuylkill Haven, and BPW.
She worked as a technician for an optometrist.
Shirley is survived by two daughters: Sharon Helman, wife of David, of Schuylkill Haven; & Brenda Mendte Folie, wife of Joe Folie, of Philadelphia, three grandchildren: Bradly Helman, Stacia Grugeon, wife of Justin, & Jonathan Mendte, and four great-grandchildren: Jackson Helman, and Emeline, Lily, & Timothy Grugeon.
A public viewing for family & friends will be held from 10-11AM on Thursday, May 29th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven.
Private funeral and interment services will be held at the family’s convenience.
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Mabel was born in Summit Station on April 2, 1938, a daughter of the late Charles & Viola (Heinbach) Fox.
She was the widow of Harry A. Edwards, Jr., who passed away in 2003.
In addition to her parents and husband, she is also preceded in death by two sisters: Ruth Long, & Gladys Grumbine, two brothers: Charles & Luther Fox, and two nieces: Linda Kramer & Cheryl Spangler.
Mabel is survived by her daughter, Nancy Wesner, wife of Garry, Summit Station.
She was a 1956 graduate of Cressona High School, where she earned an award for excellence in home economics.
Mabel is a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ of Summer Hill, Auburn.
She worked in the packing & shipping department for Argo Knitting Mill, Schuylkill Haven & Wright's Knitwear, Auburn.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, May 30th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven. A viewing will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of service.
Interment will follow at Salem Hetzel’s Union Cemetery, Pine Grove.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mabel’s name may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America P.O. Box 758589 Topeka, KS 66675-8589 or Compassus Hospice 500 Hawk Ridge Drive, Suite 4, Hamburg, PA 19526.
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Russell J. Harley, Jr., 65, of Summit Station, passed away Friday, May 23rd, at Edenbrook of Greenwood Hill, Pottsville.
Born in Bristol, PA on September 26, 1959, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Davis) and Russell J. Harley, Sr.
Married 49 years, he was the husband of Karen C. (Fessler) Harley. They would have celebrated their 50th anniversary on October 4th .
Russell attended Blue Mountain High School.
He worked as a general contractor alongside his father for many years.
He loved listening to music, favorite being rock-and-roll. He loved the outdoors and spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, Russell is survived by a son, Dan Harley, of Summit Station; four daughters: April Harley, of Summit Station; Joanne Harley, of Seltzer; Christy Harley, of Summit Station; and grandchildren: Jocelyn Whitecavage, Maxx Wessner, Maelee Stamm, Jaxson Schrader, & Novah Aungst. He is also survived by two brothers: Ed Harley, husband of Connie, of Woodbury Heights, New Jersey; Ron Harley, of Bath, PA; a sister, Florence, wife of Earl Bitzer, of Middleport, PA; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by the family pets, Cooper and Buddah.
In addition to his parents, Russell is preceded in death by a sister, Linda Harley and a baby brother, Timmy Harley.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Red Creek Wildlife Center, Inc. 300 Moon Hill Drive Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.
Services and interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
Russell J. Harley, Jr., 65, of Summit Station, passed away Friday, May 23rd, at Edenbrook of Greenwood Hill, Pottsville.
Born in Bristol, PA on September 26, 1959, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Davis) and Russell J. Harley, Sr.
Married 49 years, he was the husband of Karen C. (Fessler) Harley. They would have celebrated their 50th anniversary on October 4th .
Russell attended Blue Mountain High School.
He worked as a general contractor alongside his father for many years.
He loved listening to music, favorite being rock-and-roll. He loved the outdoors and spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, Russell is survived by a son, Dan Harley, of Summit Station; four daughters: April Harley, of Summit Station; Joanne Harley, of Seltzer; Christy Harley, of Summit Station; and grandchildren: Jocelyn Whitecavage, Maxx Wessner, Maelee Stamm, Jaxson Schrader, & Novah Aungst. He is also survived by two brothers: Ed Harley, husband of Connie, of Woodbury Heights, New Jersey; Ron Harley, of Bath, PA; a sister, Florence, wife of Earl Bitzer, of Middleport, PA; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by the family pets, Cooper and Buddah.
In addition to his parents, Russell is preceded in death by a sister, Linda Harley and a baby brother, Timmy Harley.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Red Creek Wildlife Center, Inc. 300 Moon Hill Drive Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.
Services and interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
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Born on September 15, 1949 he was the son of Maryellen (Leibig) and John Boppel.
David graduated from North Schuylkill High School. After high school he enlisted in the Army and served during Vietnam in the 173rd Airborne. Later he joined the Air Force National Guard for 26 years before retiring Master Sargent. He was a recipient of Bronze Star and many more service medals. After serving he attended electronics school where he learned TV repair.
Dave also worked for many years for Penn Dot then owned and operated Dave Boppel TV Repair.
He was a member of Zion’s Reformed UCC in Ashland.
David was the husband of the late Joanne M. Boppel who passed in 1999.
He was a lifetime member of American Legion Post 434-Ashland, American Legion Post 910-Lickdale, AMVETS Post 293-Lebanon, VFW Post 7654-Ashland, Lithuanian Club-Mount Carmel.
David is survived by; brother John Boppel, Fountain Springs; son David Boppel Jr., Ashland; daughter Amy Lynn Boppel, Allenwood; many nieces, nephews, cousins.
A memorial service will be held at 12:00 noon on Friday May 30th at Zion’s Reformed UCC, 2400 Centre St, Ashland PA 17921. A visitation for family and friends will be held Friday May 30th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM prior to services at the church. Interment with full military honors will follow services at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc, 901 Centre St, Ashland PA has been entrusted with the arrangements. For more information or to extend online condolences, visit www.kullfuneral.com.
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These obituaries are being brought to by Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Frackville
