Skook News Obituaries: November 20th, 2025
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Born in Pottsville on April 29, 1965, she was the daughter of Jayne (Umbenhauer) Theal, of Schuylkill Haven and the late Harry Theal.
Angela was married for two years to the love of her life, David A. Weller.
She was a 1983 graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School.
Angela bartended at Michael B’s for several years and was then employed as a machine operator at IWOC.
She was a member of Northward Social Club and a lifetime member of Rainbow Hose Co., Schuylkill Haven.
In addition to her mother and husband, Angela is survived by her team: a son, Matthew K. Donatti, husband of Mandy, of Pottsville and their children: Cadyn, Matthew, and Gabriel; a step-daughter, Rebecca Weller-Wessner and her children, McKinley and Waylan; and step-son, Victor Weller. She is also survived by five siblings, Mario Donatti; Earl Donatti; Tommy Donatti, husband of Valerie; Mike Donatti, husband of Gloria; Terri, wife of William Moyer; God-son, Bradley; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to her father, Angela is preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Umbenhauer; nephew, Zackary Donati; step-son, Nicholas Carlton; cousin, Nicholas Bartlett; and aunt, Elizabeth Zimmerman.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 25th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven. A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the beginning of the service. Interment will be held privately at the family’s convenience.
At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 or Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA, PO Box 332, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.
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Rita was born in Pottsville on February 25,1939 and was the daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (Laudeman) Brown.
She was preceded in death by her husband John W. “Jack” Gemmell, Sr., daughter, Kelly Ann Gemmell, grandson, Colin Snyder and sister, Rosemary Imschweiler.
She was a member of Holy Family Parish formerly St. Vincent DePaul of Minersville.
Rita was an operator at Bell Telephone in Philadelphia. She then worked for Nativity B.V.M. High School for 37 years before retiring.
She was a member of the Holy Family Parish, Young at Heart Club.
Surviving are her children, John Gemmell, Jr., James Gemmell (Brenda), Colleen Kline (Bill), Shawn Gemmell (Kris), Maureen Yoachim (Steven), ten grandchildren, Brian Gemmell, Lauren Backy, Kaitlyn Thompson, William Kline III, Cody Gemmell, Kelsey Kline, Justin Kline, Abigail Snyder, Elizabeth Yoachim and Steven Yoachim, Jr., and six great grandchildren, Temperance Gemmell, Mabel Gemmell, Flint Backy, Preston Thompson, Cora Backy and Harper Thompson. Also surviving is her beloved sister, Elizabeth “Betty” Valosin.
A Visitation will be held from 8:30 AM –10:00 AM on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home, Minersville, PA. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Sunbury St., Minersville, with Fr. Jojappa Adagatla, MSC officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to: Sisters of Saint Joseph: https://developmentssj.givecloud.co/fundraising/forms/PYEVM6DX or Development Office, Mount Saint Joseph Convent, 9701 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc. entrusted with the arrangements.
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Born in Pottstown she was the daughter of the late James G. and Sandra (Shoup) McKerns. She was a graduate of Mahanoy Area High School and earned her BS degree in Behavioral Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University. She worked as a Mental Health Technician for Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill in Pottsville. She was a member of St. Teresa of Calcutta Church in Mahanoy City and served on Mahanoy City Borough Council.
Preceding her in death in addition to her parents was her companion Jason Sivak Sr. in 2009. She is survived by a daughter Paige Sivak of Frackville and a son Jason Sivak Jr. of Mahanoy City and a granddaughter Athena Sivak.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Monday evening from 5-7 PM at David D. Jarrett Funeral Home of Mahanoy City.
A funeral service followed by interment in St. Canicus Cemetery in Mahanoy Township will be privately held.
Linda Lee Meehan, 73, of Tower City, formerly of Williamstown, passed away Tuesday evening November 18, 2025 at the home of Paul and Anne Marie Dimon with whom she resided, after a long 6 year diagnosis with cancer.
Linda was born in Pottsville, Friday, July 18, 1952, a daughter of the late Leroy Sr. and Charity Krise Witmer.
Linda's life was anything but easy. She would rise early every morning walking throughout Williamstown delivering the Patriot News. She then would work an 8 hour day at Bestock Garment Factory, coming home only to deliver the Pottsville Republican in the evenings. On a Tuesday she would also deliver the Merchandiser. This went on for decades without complaint. When the garment factory closed, she worked for several years at the poultry plant in Fredericksburg.
She spent the last years of her life confined to a bed, but that never slowed her down. She would knit and crochet every single day from dawn to dusk. She made countless afghans, booties, scarves, and anything else that could be made out of "wool". She enjoyed giving her finished projects to anyone that would visit her. She looked forward to her Tuesday's with Wendy Miller who always "hooked" her up with snacks and friendship.
If you attended a funeral service at Dimon Funeral Home, you can be guaranteed the memorial folder you were handed was folded by Linda. She took this task very seriously, making sure every edge was folded perfectly. She enjoyed receiving homemade cards and mail that she would proudly hang on her walls. Thank you for all of those who thought of her.
Linda loved any and all animals, having dozens throughout her life. Big, little, wild, or tame, her heart was filled with love for all animals. Her cat Calico brought her much joy in life, and she was her constant companion for many years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Meehan; her daughter Amy Meehan; brothers, Leroy "Skip" Witmer Jr., Larry Witmer and Lamont Witmer.
Linda is survived by her caregivers who became her family, Paul, Anne Marie, Jared and Spencer Dimon.
We would like to thank Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, who took exceptional care of Linda for almost six years. To her aide Tina Fetter who has been with Linda since day one, we cannot express how grateful we are for the care and friendship you showed to Linda. To her nurses, Bill, Missy, Tammy and Amanda, you were so much more than nurses to Linda, and we will forever be thankful for the love you gave her. To her social worker Pam, you were the best knitting buddy she could ask for, and Linda always lit up when you came to visit. To Chaplain Matt, thank you for giving Linda her faith and getting her to accept God into her life. To Dr. Olender, thank you for never giving up on Linda. We are forever grateful to you for making one last trip to see her on Tuesday. To the dozens of aides and nurses who got to know Linda these past years, you all made her life worth living.
Following Linda's wishes, she will be laid to rest privately in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda's memory can be made to Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, 1320 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110 or by showing an act of kindness to someone in need.
The Dimon Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Michael W. Daubert, 79, of Beauty Mary Way, Pine Grove, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at home surrounded by his family.
Born on June 15, 1946 in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Willard "Bill" and Catherine Ehly Daubert.
He was a 1964 graduate of Pine Grove Area High School.
Michael was an Air Force Veteran having served during the Vietnam War.
He last worked as a PPL Lineman.
He was a member of the Pine Grove VFW Post 3432, the Pine Grove American Legion Post 374, and the Brookside Hunting Club. Mike loved to make people laugh and was a joy to be around. He will be greatly missed by all.
Preceding him in death were a grandson, Dylan Dallago, two sisters, Donna Wolfe and Barbara Wiggins; and a brother, Thomas Daubert.
Surviving are his wife of 34 years, Edith Williams Daubert; five children, Jeff Daubert of York, Penny Dinger and Missy Daubert, both of Pine Grove, Jeffrey Hoy of Tremont, and Nathan Hoy of Pine Grove; 10 grandchildren, Sarah Salen, Shenae and Jared Dinger, Preston, James, and Zoey Hoy, Kendyl Boyer-Hoy, Caitlyn Garber-Daubert, Briana and Allie Daubert; 6 great grandchildren, Blake and Ashton Salen, Karter Kreiser, Quinn and Ivy Schaeffer, and Acacia Dallago; a brother, James and wife Joanne Daubert of New Smyrna Beach, FL; nieces and nephews; and many good friends.
Graveside Services and interment will be held on Monday, December 1, 2025 at 2:30 P.M. at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, with SALM John Ziegler officiating. A procession to the cemetery will leave the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, promptly at 1:30 P.M. Anyone wishing to follow in the procession should be at the Funeral Home by 1:15 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to Pine Grove Area Pathway, c/o Edith Daubert, Treasurer, 20 Beauty Mary Way, Pine Grove, PA 17963 in his memory.
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Dagmar R. Moyer, 62, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Tuesday evening, November 18, 2025 at her home with her family by her side.
Born in Fürth, Germany, Sunday, February 10, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Ingrid Wallerer.
Dagmar enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and playing board games. She could often be found sitting on her porch or spending time with her beloved dog Lola. She always kept her home in pristine condition, and she loved cleaning. Above all else, her family was her world.
Surviving are her husband of 40 years, Robert Moyer, Jr.; four children, Jasmin Whalen (Dan), Schuylkill Haven, Christina Elliott (Jonathan), Centerport, Cody Moyer, Schuylkill Haven, and Trisha Moyer, Schuylkill Haven; five grandchildren, Natasha Bensinger, Madeline, Bethany, and Ace Whalen, and Koller Elliott; three brothers, Willi, Dieter, and Karlheinz Wallerer, all of Germany; numerous nieces and nephews.
Following Dagmar's wishes, there will be no formal services.
The Dimon Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., Tower City, is honored to serve Dagmar's family.
Born in Fürth, Germany, Sunday, February 10, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Ingrid Wallerer.
Dagmar enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and playing board games. She could often be found sitting on her porch or spending time with her beloved dog Lola. She always kept her home in pristine condition, and she loved cleaning. Above all else, her family was her world.
Surviving are her husband of 40 years, Robert Moyer, Jr.; four children, Jasmin Whalen (Dan), Schuylkill Haven, Christina Elliott (Jonathan), Centerport, Cody Moyer, Schuylkill Haven, and Trisha Moyer, Schuylkill Haven; five grandchildren, Natasha Bensinger, Madeline, Bethany, and Ace Whalen, and Koller Elliott; three brothers, Willi, Dieter, and Karlheinz Wallerer, all of Germany; numerous nieces and nephews.
Following Dagmar's wishes, there will be no formal services.
The Dimon Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., Tower City, is honored to serve Dagmar's family.
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Linda was born in Pottsville, Friday, July 18, 1952, a daughter of the late Leroy Sr. and Charity Krise Witmer.
Linda's life was anything but easy. She would rise early every morning walking throughout Williamstown delivering the Patriot News. She then would work an 8 hour day at Bestock Garment Factory, coming home only to deliver the Pottsville Republican in the evenings. On a Tuesday she would also deliver the Merchandiser. This went on for decades without complaint. When the garment factory closed, she worked for several years at the poultry plant in Fredericksburg.
She spent the last years of her life confined to a bed, but that never slowed her down. She would knit and crochet every single day from dawn to dusk. She made countless afghans, booties, scarves, and anything else that could be made out of "wool". She enjoyed giving her finished projects to anyone that would visit her. She looked forward to her Tuesday's with Wendy Miller who always "hooked" her up with snacks and friendship.
If you attended a funeral service at Dimon Funeral Home, you can be guaranteed the memorial folder you were handed was folded by Linda. She took this task very seriously, making sure every edge was folded perfectly. She enjoyed receiving homemade cards and mail that she would proudly hang on her walls. Thank you for all of those who thought of her.
Linda loved any and all animals, having dozens throughout her life. Big, little, wild, or tame, her heart was filled with love for all animals. Her cat Calico brought her much joy in life, and she was her constant companion for many years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Meehan; her daughter Amy Meehan; brothers, Leroy "Skip" Witmer Jr., Larry Witmer and Lamont Witmer.
Linda is survived by her caregivers who became her family, Paul, Anne Marie, Jared and Spencer Dimon.
We would like to thank Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, who took exceptional care of Linda for almost six years. To her aide Tina Fetter who has been with Linda since day one, we cannot express how grateful we are for the care and friendship you showed to Linda. To her nurses, Bill, Missy, Tammy and Amanda, you were so much more than nurses to Linda, and we will forever be thankful for the love you gave her. To her social worker Pam, you were the best knitting buddy she could ask for, and Linda always lit up when you came to visit. To Chaplain Matt, thank you for giving Linda her faith and getting her to accept God into her life. To Dr. Olender, thank you for never giving up on Linda. We are forever grateful to you for making one last trip to see her on Tuesday. To the dozens of aides and nurses who got to know Linda these past years, you all made her life worth living.
Following Linda's wishes, she will be laid to rest privately in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda's memory can be made to Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, 1320 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110 or by showing an act of kindness to someone in need.
The Dimon Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Born on June 15, 1946 in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Willard "Bill" and Catherine Ehly Daubert.
He was a 1964 graduate of Pine Grove Area High School.
Michael was an Air Force Veteran having served during the Vietnam War.
He last worked as a PPL Lineman.
He was a member of the Pine Grove VFW Post 3432, the Pine Grove American Legion Post 374, and the Brookside Hunting Club. Mike loved to make people laugh and was a joy to be around. He will be greatly missed by all.
Preceding him in death were a grandson, Dylan Dallago, two sisters, Donna Wolfe and Barbara Wiggins; and a brother, Thomas Daubert.
Surviving are his wife of 34 years, Edith Williams Daubert; five children, Jeff Daubert of York, Penny Dinger and Missy Daubert, both of Pine Grove, Jeffrey Hoy of Tremont, and Nathan Hoy of Pine Grove; 10 grandchildren, Sarah Salen, Shenae and Jared Dinger, Preston, James, and Zoey Hoy, Kendyl Boyer-Hoy, Caitlyn Garber-Daubert, Briana and Allie Daubert; 6 great grandchildren, Blake and Ashton Salen, Karter Kreiser, Quinn and Ivy Schaeffer, and Acacia Dallago; a brother, James and wife Joanne Daubert of New Smyrna Beach, FL; nieces and nephews; and many good friends.
Graveside Services and interment will be held on Monday, December 1, 2025 at 2:30 P.M. at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, with SALM John Ziegler officiating. A procession to the cemetery will leave the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, promptly at 1:30 P.M. Anyone wishing to follow in the procession should be at the Funeral Home by 1:15 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to Pine Grove Area Pathway, c/o Edith Daubert, Treasurer, 20 Beauty Mary Way, Pine Grove, PA 17963 in his memory.
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In addition to her parents, Elizabeth is survived by her brothers, sister in laws, nieces and nephews; Craig Barket (Nathan and Clara), Jordan and Kristen Barket (Levi, Micah and Naomi) Benjamin and Adrienne Barket (Boaz, Ezra and Anna), Bradley and April Hoy(Jonathan and Samantha); many loving aunts, uncles and cousins, all who shared in her joyful spirit. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her grandparents.
Elizabeth was a graduate of Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29, Class of 2010. Escorted by her brother, Craig, Elizabeth was crowned Queen of the Prom her Senior year.
If you ever had the pleasure of meeting Elizabeth, we know her memory will forever be etched in your heart. And if you were fortunate enough to receive one of her hugs, you would never forget it. It remains forever imprinted on your heart and ribs.
Her love was innocent, pure, that of a child. She was witty, observant, and had the most astounding memory. Her days were filled with music from every genre and she often could be found rocking and singing to her favorite tunes. Although autistic, Elizabeth’s keen sense of perception made her intensely empathetic.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at Kimmel’s Church, Orwigsburg, on Saturday, November 29, at 10 AM with Pastor Preston Broadhurst officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Autism Society of America in Elizabeth’s memory.
Although Elizabeth’s physical presence will no longer be a part of our lives, her spirit will continue to inspire and uplift us. May her memory be a blessing and may we carry forth her legacy of empathy and love in all we do. As Elizabeth is made whole in the presence of Jesus, may her light and life forever shine brightly in our hearts. We have been truly blessed and eternally grateful to have had her a part of our lives these past thirty-six years.
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Ira C. “Ike” Boyer, 90, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Tuesday, November 18th, at Orwigsburg Center.
Born in Coaldale on February 5, 1935, he was the son of the late Catherine (Christ) and Homer Boyer.
Ike was the widower of Rosemary (Fry) Boyer who passed away in 2007.
He attended Cressona High School.
Ike was the owner & operator of Schuylkill Floor Cleaning.
He was a member of Faith Reformed United Church of Christ, Landingville.
He was also a member of Perry Juniata & Upper Dauphin Shrine Clubs; past director of Rajah Shrine Club; past president of Schuylkill & Rajah Shrine Club; Schuylkill Masonic Lodge 138; Charter Member of Berks County Civil War 1st Defenders; and Civil War Trust.
Ike is survived by a daughter, Lori, wife of David Teter, of West Brunswick Twp.; grandchildren: David Teter, wife of Lori, of New Ringgold; Kendall Boyer, wife of Kyle; Kaitlyn & Dane Boyer; and two great grandchildren, Dakota & Keegan. He is also survived by a sister, Sally Schaeffer, of Lehigh Valley; and friend, Susan Sweigert, of Schuylkill Haven.
In addition to his wife and parents, Ike is preceded in death by a son, Dean Boyer; brothers, Myron and Leonard Boyer; sisters, Jean Sanford & Verda Roadcap.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, November 26th at Faith Reformed United Church of Christ in Landingville with Pastor Jim Fidler officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the beginning of the service.
Interment will be held privately at the family’s convenience.
At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Faith Reformed United Church of Christ, 8 Church St. Landingville, PA 17942.
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These obituaries are being brought to by Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Frackville
