Skook News Obituaries: July 27th, 2025
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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She was born in Minersville on September 30, 1938, and was the daughter of the late William Chattin and Mildred (Clifford) Chattin.
Sharon was a former member of the United Church of Christ Church in Pottsville. She was a graduate of Conrad Weiser High School in Womelsdorf. She also worked at the former YMCA in Pottsville.
In addition to her parents, Sharon was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Chattin; her sister, Joy Watkins; and her great-granddaughter, Grace Witwer.
She is survived by her daughter, Carol A. Daub, wife of Robin, of Robesonia; her daughter, Sherri L. Bowers of Wyomissing; her brother, Bruce P. Chattin, husband of Laura, of Pottsville; and her sister, Mildred Kolp of Lancaster. She is also survived by six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
A religious service will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the James H. Evans Funeral Home, Inc., St. Clair, with Rev. Jack Culbert officiating. Relatives and friends are invited to call from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Friday morning at the funeral home.
Interment will be private at the convenience of the family at a later date in Mount Peace Cemetery, Minersville.
James H. Evans Funeral Home, Inc., St. Clair, is entrusted with arrangements.
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Born in New Philadelphia, on August 12, 1931, a daughter of the late Adele (Yutsas) and Joseph Snyder.
She was the widow of Neil J. Manfredi, who passed away in 2003.
She was a member of Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, New Philadelphia and the Blythe Township Senior Citizens.
She was formerly employed by McCrory's, Hazleton as a branch manager. Helen also volunteered at St. Peter and Paul's Lithuanian Church, Hazleton.
In addition to her husband, Helen is preceded in death by her siblings Albert “Binny” Snyder, Isabelle Uckele, Ann Wynosky, Margaret Snyder, Daniel "Zane" Snyder, Joseph "Musty" Snyder, Paul Snyder and Charles "Chas" Snyder.
She is survived by her sons Neil Manfredi, Jr., San Diego and Marc Manfredi husband of Kathie, Ormond Beach, FL; a grandson Michael Manfredi; a sister Patricia Snyder, New Philadelphia; numerous nieces and nephews.
A Mass will be celebrated at 11 am, Wednesday, July 30th at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church in New Philadelphia.
A viewing for family and friends will be held 9:00 to 10:30 on Wednesday, July 30th at Thomas J. Bartashus Funeral Home in New Philadelphia.
At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church 99 Valley Street New Philadelphia, PA 17959.
To send condolences to the family, visit www.gsesfuneralhomes.com.
Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven and Thomas J. Bartashus Funeral Home, New Philadelphia have been entrusted with arrangements.
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Born in Tamaqua on June 29, 1926, Kathryn was the daughter of the late Joseph G. and Lydia (Evans) Mucklow. A 1944 graduate of Tamaqua High School, Kathryn brought humor and heart to every interaction.
Kathryn dedicated herself to serving others, most notably as Director of Tamaqua Meals on Wheels for many years, a role she took great pride in. Earlier in life, she worked at Tung-Sol in Weatherly. Her deep Christian faith was central to her life. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Tamaqua, where she sang in the choir and participated in the ladies’ groups. Later, she became a member of Zion Church Lewistown Valley, where her faith continued to grow in fellowship.
Kathryn found joy in staying busy and being surrounded by people. She loved going out to eat, shopping, decorating her home with her cherished curtains, playing a fiercely competitive game of cards, and beating her family in Scrabble. Additionally she enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting and she was an avid reader. Kathryn cherished the laughter and connection that came from time spent around a table with family and friends. She was had a quick witted sense of humor that never dulled.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. Lehatto; daughter, Kathy Fulmer; son, Joseph A. Lehatto; and sister, Betty Rudolph.
Kathryn is survived by her daughters, Sharon Monahan and her husband Christopher of Harrisburg, and Karen R. Wagner and her husband Craig of Lewistown Valley. Additionally her grandchildren, Alexandra Conforti, wife of the late Peter, Julianna Wagner, Elizabeth Wagner, Lydia Howe and her husband Cody, Maddie Monahan and her fiancée Andrew Humm, Riley Monahan, Joseph Lehatto and his wife Athena, Amy Lehatto, and Kerry Fulmer; great-grandchildren, Abram, Nora, Everly, Joey, Vicki, Anthony, Brent, and Skyler; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Zion Evangelical Church of the Lewistown Valley, 489 Valley Road, Tamaqua, PA. Interment will follow at Sky-View Memorial Park in Hometown.
Arrangements are entrusted to E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 655 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA 18252. (570) 668-2550
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These obituaries are being brought to by Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Frackville
