Skook News Obituaries: November 17th, 2025
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Wanda J. Schoffler, 85, former Fountain Springs resident, passed away November 10, 2025, at the Schuylkill Manor Nursing Center, Pottsville. Born in Shamokin, September 18, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Sara (Longenberger) Rhoades. She was a graduate of the Shamokin High School, and was employed as a Convenience Store Manager and Owner of the A & W Convivence Store in Fountain Springs until its closing. Wanda also managed the Unimart Store in Minersville and the Unimart Store, Ashland, until her retirement. She was a member of Christ Congregational Church, Fountain Springs. Preceding her in death was a daughter, Tangie Gough, sisters; Faye, June, Larue and Shirley, also brothers; Boy, Nook, and Rene.Survivors
Son: Lorne Schoffler and his Fiancé, Laurie, White Haven
Son: Troy Schoffler, Atlas
At Wanda’s request, there will not be any funeral services at this time. Visit www.Fritzfuneralhome.com to leave condolences. The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
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Born February 22nd, 1947, Carol was the daughter of the late John D. & Loretta (Lipsett) McAloose.
Carol is survived by her husband of 57 years Eugene D. Maley Sr. (Buck Run), sons Mark & Matthew, three grandchildren Sophia, Matthew Jr. and Noah Maley, and sister Maureen (James) Krasnitsky of Buck Run, in addition to numerous loving nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her eldest son, Eugene D. Maley Jr.
Carol graduated from Cass Township High School in 1964. In 1981, she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in education from Shippensburg State College. For nearly 20 years, she was employed as an elementary school teacher at Corpus Christi Catholic School in Chambersburg, PA.
Carol was loved and admired by her students and other faculty throughout her teaching career. Carol was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend to all. She loved to cook and bake, until unable to do so due to physical impairments. She was a strong supporter of Penn State football, and the Philadelphia Phillies; and she loved her best "four-legged" friend, Teddy.
Carol will always be remembered for her love of family and friends, her kindness and thoughtfulness by always placing others before herself, her wisdom, and her gentleness.
All are respectfully invited to attend a Visitation 8:30: to 10:00 AM on Friday, November 21st at Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM at St. Michael's Church of the Holy Family Parish of Minersville, with Fr. Jojappa Adagatla, MSC officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital www.stjude.org/donate.
Interment at Mount Peace Cemetery.
Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville entrusted with the arrangements.
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Dorothy Bisco, 95, of Shenandoah, PA, passed away peacefully in her family’s Weston Place home on November 15, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of John and Mary Bisco, also of Shenandoah.
As a young teenager, Dorothy survived a near-fatal accident that required months of hospitalization and an extraordinary fight for her life. Her full recovery became an early testament to her resilience, strength, and unwavering spirit.
Dorothy built a long and successful career in Washington, D.C., working with Perpetual Savings and Loan and at the Watergate complex, where she joyfully made her home for many years. A gifted and accomplished artist, Dorothy’s creativity brightened every life she touched. She cherished art, travel, and time with family, and was unfailingly generous- always offering her support whenever her loved ones needed her. After retiring in Maryland, she eventually returned to her family homestead in Pennsylvania.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Bisco; her siblings Harry, John, Mary, Anne (Krunkosky), Thomas, and Stephen Bisco; and her longtime partner, Ron Goodwin. She is survived by her brother, William Bisco, and his family, with whom she shared a special and enduring bond, along with her caregiver and nephew Scott Bisco. She will be remembered as a deeply loved, kind, and generous aunt, great-aunt, godmother, friend, and cherished member of her community.
Private visitation and Panachida services will take place on Friday, November 21st at the Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, Shenandoah. Burial will take place in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights. Services will be conducted by Rev. Bohdan Vasyliv of St. Michael’s Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in Shenandoah.
Elsie Fragale, 91, of Pottsville, died Thursday November 13, 2025, at Providence Place, Pottsville.
Born in Minersville, May 2, 1934, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Eva (Stutzman) Earlosky.
She graduated from Minersville High School and Philadelphia College of X-Ray Technology.
Before retiring, she worked as an X-Ray Technician at Montgomery Hospital, Norristown.
She was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Orwigsburg.
She was preceded in death by 2 sisters Eleanor Taposkie and Mary Jane Stauffer a brother Vincent Earlosky a niece Stacy Earlosky and her companion John Waclawsky.
Elsie is Survived by a brother Aaron Earlosky; 4 nieces, Brenda Shadle, Christine Gorman, Debra Earlosky, Melissa Mehle, 2 nephews Vincent Earlosky, John Earlosky and great nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held Tuesday Nov. 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM from St. John's UCC, 232 East Market St. Orwigsburg, PA 17961. The Rev. Jeffrey G. Johnson will be officiating. Friends may call from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Thursday at the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John’s UCC Memorial Fund. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Schuylkill Memorial Park, North Manheim Twp.
The family would like to express thanks to the staff at Providence Place and Residential Hospice for their care and kindness.
Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, St. Clair, is in charge of arrangements.
Milo R. Shollenberger, 67, of N. Crescent St., Tremont, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at home.
Born on March 3, 1958 in Pottsville, he was a son of Virginia Baker Shollenberger of Schuylkill Haven and the late Harry Shollenberger.
He was a 1976 graduate of Pine Grove Area High School and received an Associates Degree in Computer Science from Penn State University.
Milo was a United States Navy Veteran.
Prior to his accident, Milo worked as a computer programmer. After becoming disabled from his accident, he still enjoyed going to movies and concerts. He was a fan and attended many Pine Grove Area Girls Basketball games and they honored him as their #1 Fan.
He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove.
Preceding him in death was a nephew, Eric Lunn.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are three sisters, Carrie and husband Russell Weyls of Hegins, Susan and husband David Ankenbrant of Schuylkill Haven, Molly Lunn of Florida; nephews and nieces, Robert Weyls, Donald Ney, Janine Baker and Justine Ney; a step nephew and niece, Eric Ankenbrant and Amy Reed; great nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 9:30 A.M. from the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove with SALM John Ziegler officiating. There will be a visitation on Monday, November 24, 2025 from 8:30 A.M. until 9:30 A.M. at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, 222 S. Tulpehocken St., Pine Grove, PA 17963 in his memory.
As a young teenager, Dorothy survived a near-fatal accident that required months of hospitalization and an extraordinary fight for her life. Her full recovery became an early testament to her resilience, strength, and unwavering spirit.
Dorothy built a long and successful career in Washington, D.C., working with Perpetual Savings and Loan and at the Watergate complex, where she joyfully made her home for many years. A gifted and accomplished artist, Dorothy’s creativity brightened every life she touched. She cherished art, travel, and time with family, and was unfailingly generous- always offering her support whenever her loved ones needed her. After retiring in Maryland, she eventually returned to her family homestead in Pennsylvania.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Bisco; her siblings Harry, John, Mary, Anne (Krunkosky), Thomas, and Stephen Bisco; and her longtime partner, Ron Goodwin. She is survived by her brother, William Bisco, and his family, with whom she shared a special and enduring bond, along with her caregiver and nephew Scott Bisco. She will be remembered as a deeply loved, kind, and generous aunt, great-aunt, godmother, friend, and cherished member of her community.
Private visitation and Panachida services will take place on Friday, November 21st at the Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, Shenandoah. Burial will take place in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights. Services will be conducted by Rev. Bohdan Vasyliv of St. Michael’s Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in Shenandoah.
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Elsie Fragale, 91, of Pottsville, died Thursday November 13, 2025, at Providence Place, Pottsville.
Born in Minersville, May 2, 1934, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Eva (Stutzman) Earlosky.
She graduated from Minersville High School and Philadelphia College of X-Ray Technology.
Before retiring, she worked as an X-Ray Technician at Montgomery Hospital, Norristown.
She was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Orwigsburg.
She was preceded in death by 2 sisters Eleanor Taposkie and Mary Jane Stauffer a brother Vincent Earlosky a niece Stacy Earlosky and her companion John Waclawsky.
Elsie is Survived by a brother Aaron Earlosky; 4 nieces, Brenda Shadle, Christine Gorman, Debra Earlosky, Melissa Mehle, 2 nephews Vincent Earlosky, John Earlosky and great nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held Tuesday Nov. 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM from St. John's UCC, 232 East Market St. Orwigsburg, PA 17961. The Rev. Jeffrey G. Johnson will be officiating. Friends may call from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Thursday at the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John’s UCC Memorial Fund. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Schuylkill Memorial Park, North Manheim Twp.
The family would like to express thanks to the staff at Providence Place and Residential Hospice for their care and kindness.
Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, St. Clair, is in charge of arrangements.
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Milo R. Shollenberger, 67, of N. Crescent St., Tremont, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at home.
Born on March 3, 1958 in Pottsville, he was a son of Virginia Baker Shollenberger of Schuylkill Haven and the late Harry Shollenberger.
He was a 1976 graduate of Pine Grove Area High School and received an Associates Degree in Computer Science from Penn State University.
Milo was a United States Navy Veteran.
Prior to his accident, Milo worked as a computer programmer. After becoming disabled from his accident, he still enjoyed going to movies and concerts. He was a fan and attended many Pine Grove Area Girls Basketball games and they honored him as their #1 Fan.
He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove.
Preceding him in death was a nephew, Eric Lunn.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are three sisters, Carrie and husband Russell Weyls of Hegins, Susan and husband David Ankenbrant of Schuylkill Haven, Molly Lunn of Florida; nephews and nieces, Robert Weyls, Donald Ney, Janine Baker and Justine Ney; a step nephew and niece, Eric Ankenbrant and Amy Reed; great nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 9:30 A.M. from the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove with SALM John Ziegler officiating. There will be a visitation on Monday, November 24, 2025 from 8:30 A.M. until 9:30 A.M. at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, 222 S. Tulpehocken St., Pine Grove, PA 17963 in his memory.
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These obituaries are being brought to by Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Frackville
