Skook News Obituaries: June 14th, 2025
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Born Thursday, August 9, 1945 Penn Brooke, Pennsylvania the son of the late William T. and Louella Elizabeth (Ehrig) Jacoby. Tom was also predeceased by his beloved wife Mary Ann (Werner) Jacoby; sister, Dolores.
Surviving are daughters, Dawn Jacoby, Deonna Jacoby, Debbie Marstellar, Mary Jo Curzi, Donna Curzi; grandchildren, Dave, Justin, Brittany, Carrie Dell, DixieAnn, Priscilla, Nathaniel and Aquila; brother-in-law, Robert Farnsworth; many great grandchildren; niece, Gail Scheller; caregiver, Katherine Serrano.
Tom served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and had worked at Bethlehem Steel. Tom enjoyed listening to 50's music, collecting antique cars and the companionship of his Chihuahua's Rhonda and Monster.
Private arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
Interment will be in Ft. Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville Pennsylvania.
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She was born on December 4, 1967, in Philadelphia, a daughter of the late Richard and Elaine Campbell Scheerer
She is predeceased by her brother, Harry Bennit
Throughout her life, Debbie was a beacon of love and support for her family. She is survived by her treasured daughters, Lindsey Garvey of Philadelphia and Ashley Garvey and Krysty Horter, who reside in Pottsville, as well as her beloved son, Brian Horter, also from Philadelphia. Each of her children holds a piece of her spirit, reflecting the nurturing and compassion that Debbie instilled in them. Debbie's joy multiplied with the arrival of her grandchildren, Mia and Theo Garvey and Hayley and Rylee Spotts. She took immense pride in her role as a grandmother, celebrating life's little moments and creating lasting memories that will stay with her family forever. Her sisterly bond was deeply treasured with her cousin Lori DeMarco, who was like a sister to her, and other siblings.
Private Cremation Services are under the care of James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville.
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Born on March 17, 1940 in Doylestown, PA she was a daughter of the late Edgar and Martha Furness Flagler.
A proud St. Patrick’s Day baby, Patricia was a one of a kind, caring, free spirit. She always joked that when they made her, they threw away the mold. She was a graduate of Pennridge High School. She loved dancing and singing. She often hosted parties during her teenage years at Pearl Bucks Barn and invited her many friends. She ended her career as a food demonstrator for Sam’s Club in Allentown. This was a perfect job for her. She met new people every day, and got to know the regulars and their families. She loved learning about people’s lives and sharing her experiences with them.
She was most proud of being a loving mother to her five children and her favorite thing to do was to gather with her family and friends over a meal and hear what everyone was up to. She had a quirky sense of humor and always made you laugh, wondering what she was going to say next. Over and Out - Pat, Patsy, Mom, Nana, and GG. You will be missed by everyone whose life you touched.
Preceding her in death were her husband, Richard French; a sister, Kathleen Brand; three brothers, Edgar, William, and Robert Flagler.
Surviving are two daughters, Diane and husband Jeff Lewis of Catasauqua, Susan and husband Richard Kurtz of Port St. Lucie, FL; three sons, Richard Strayer of Columbiaville, MI, Scott French of Catasauqua, and William French of Whitehall; 12 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren; two sisters, Verna Haines of Columbia, OH, Marjorie MacCoy of Chalfont; nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of Patrica may be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice at Lehigh Valley Health Network and addressed to: Lehigh Valley Health Network, Office of Philanthropy, P.O. Box 1883 Allentown, PA 18105
NAMI Lehigh Valley https://nami-lv.org/about-nami-lehigh-valley/
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements
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These obituaries are being brought to by Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Frackville
