Skook News Obituaries: August 13th, 2025
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Audrey was the daughter of the late Clifford Kline and Frances (Hecker) Kline. She was a member of St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, St. Clair, and a graduate of the former West Snyder High School. She worked as a school crossing guard for the St. Clair School District.
In addition to her parents, Audrey was preceded in death by her husband, John Schur, who passed away in 1996; and by three brothers, Edward, Robert, and Alvin Kline.
Audrey is survived by her son, John Schur of Shenandoah; her son, Matthew Schur, husband of Carolyn, of West Hazleton; her daughter, Christina Schur of Port Carbon; her granddaughter, Chelsea; her grandson, Zachary; her granddaughter, Jessica; her great-granddaughter, Ariella; and nieces and nephews.
Office of Christian Burial with Divine Liturgy will be held at St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, St. Clair, at 11 AM on Monday, August 18, 2025, with Rev. Gregory Noga officiating. Relatives and friends are invited to call from 9–10 AM on Monday morning at the James H. Evans Funeral Home, St. Clair. The Panachida will be held at 10 AM Monday morning at the funeral home. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, St. Clair.
The family would appreciate contributions to St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church in Audrey’s memory, 131 S. Morris Street, St. Clair, PA 17970. James H. Evans Funeral Home, Inc., St. Clair, is entrusted with arrangements.
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Robert J. Collins, 71, of Pottstown-formerly of Pine Grove-passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025, surrounded by love.
Born on February 15, 1954, in Pottsville, Robert was the son of the late William and Mary (Cosack) Collins. He dedicated his professional life to public service through the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, where he rose through the ranks and retired with distinction as Superintendent of SCI Frackville.
A lifelong outdoorsman, Robert found joy in nature-whether hunting, fishing, or cruising scenic roads in his Corvette. He was a proud member of the Tulpehocken Rifle and Pistol Club and Ducks Unlimited, reflecting his passion for conservation and sport.
Above all, Robert cherished his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, whose greatest happiness came from time spent with his loved ones.
He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Ryan Collins.
Robert is survived by his wife, Lola Collins; his daughter, Megan Weiss, and her husband Gerald III (GJ); his grandchildren, Gerald IV (G) and Evelyn Weiss; his brothers, Daniel Collins and Philip Collins, along with Philip’s wife Hilary and their son Patrick.
In honoring Robert’s wishes, all services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia at chop.edu/giving, a cause close to the family’s heart.
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Frank D. Cola of Pottsville passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill. Frank was 102 years old and had lived in Minersville until 2009. Born on January 5, 1923, he was the son of Francesco and Clementina (Marinangeli) Cola. He graduated from Minersville High School in 1941, served six years in the United States Navy in World War II, and worked as a mill worker for Alcoa in Cressona.
Frank loved to walk, was greatly interested in nature, and was a sports enthusiast - especially football.
His wife of 49 years, Martha (Siminitus), Primrose, died in 1999. Frank was the youngest of seven siblings who all pre-deceased him: Amerigo and Rosa (who died in childhood), Armando, Dante, Amelio, Amerigo, and Mary.
He was a loving father to his family, Maria Cola Layton, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, David Cola, Port Carbon, Cindi Cola Grady, Jacksonville, Florida. He is also survived by five grandchildren: David Cola, Adam Cola, Ashley Cola Flynn, Connor Grady, and Bronson Grady; by four great-grandchildren: Riley and Violet Flynn and Delilah and Addisyn Cola; and many nieces and nephews.
Frank was a member of the Holy Family Parish (St. Matthew, the Evangelist) and the former St. Barbara’s Parish, both in Minersville.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, August 16, 2025, in St. Matthew, the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 135 Spruce Street, Minersville, PA 17954. Rev Jojappa Adagatla will officiate. Friends may call from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Dutcavich Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 200 Sunbury Street, Minersville, PA 17954. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s PL, Memphis, TN 38105. Burial with military honors will be held at St. Barbara’s Roman Catholic Cemetery, Llewellyn Road, Minersville, PA.
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These obituaries are being brought to by Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Frackville
