Monday, February 9, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for February 9th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  February 9th, 2026

Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.

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Robin Greene Cotterill
, 55, of Pine Grove, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on February 6th at Geisinger St. Luke’s Hospital, Orwigsburg.

She was born September 19, 1970 in New Jersey, a daughter of Charlotte Fleming and Robert Greene, Sr.

Robin graduated from Blue Mountain High School and attended Reading Area Community College.

In addition to her parents, Robin is also survived by her son, Henry Cotterill, III, fiancé, Leon Weaver, brothers & sisters: Robert Greene & wife, Diane, Joseph Greene, Charlene Davis & husband, Reginald, Kathleen Hardy, Edward Perhonitch & wife, Kristin, & Michael Perhonitch, 12 nieces & nephews, and 6 great-nieces.

A Celebration of Life Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday, February 13th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven, at 11 AM.

A Viewing will be held at the funeral home from 10:30 AM until the time of service.

Interment will be privately held at the convenience of the family.

At the conclusion of the funeral service, Robin’s family would like those in attendance to return to the family’s barn at 970 Long Run Rd., Pine Grove PA 17963 for a time of food and fellowship.

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Jane Ann Cooper, 98, of Minersville, passed away peacefully Wednesday February 4, 2026 at the Gardens at York Terrace.

Born in Llewellyn, July 7, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Madge (Hopkins) Wehry.

She was the Salutatorian of her class at Branch Township High School and went on to work in the garment industry and a Nurse's Aide at Hamburg State Hospital.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Steven Cooper in 2006; Brothers Charles Wehry; James Wehry, Joseph Wehry; Sister Betty (Wehry) Tomlinson; Great Grandson Lincoln Johns.

Surviving are her son James Cooper of Minersville; 3 Daughters Nancy Witter and her husband Ronald of Lebanon; Terri Talalai and her husband James of Mechanicsburg; Mary Shipley and her husband Barner Gamby of Linglestown; 7 Grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; Nieces and Nephews;

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Dutcavich Funeral Home & Cremation Care Inc is in charge of arrangements. visit www.ducavich.com

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William E. Lehman, 63, of Frackville, passed away on Friday, February 6th, at his residence. Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Earl and Margaret (Hinkle) Lehman.

William is survived by his beloved wife of 19 years, Lois E. Lehman, with whom he shared a loving life in Frackville.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Sign the guestbook, leave personal condolences, and for additional information, please visit www.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com.

Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., Frackville, is entrusted with the arrangements.

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Nancy J. Geist
, 87, of Tower City, passed away Sunday morning peacefully February 8, 2026 at her home.

Nancy was born in Pottsville, September 21, 1938 a daughter of the late Emma Adams. Nancy was very young when her father passed and held a very special bond with her mother, whom she dearly missed.

She was a 1956 graduate of Porter Township High School. Following graduation Nancy attended cosmetology school, where she became a licensed cosmetologist.

Nancy was employed with the Federal Government for over 40 years.

She was a very faithful member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Reinerton where she formerly served on the board and numerous committees in church. She was also a member of the Orwin Fire Company Auxiliary, the Tower City American Legion Auxiliary, and the Loyal Order of Moose, Tower City.

Nancy and her husband Pete looked forward to spending the winters at their home in Florida, and they could often be found attending Blue Grass Festivals. She enjoyed traveling throughout the country.

Surviving are her husband whom she spent over 45 years with, Wilford "Pete" Petrie Jr.; her caregiver these past several months Mary Diallo. She is also survived by several cousins whom she dearly loved.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:00 am from the Chapel of the Dimon Funeral Home, Inc., Tower City. Viewing will be from 10-11 at the chapel. Nancy will be laid to rest beside her mother in the Greenwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 1931 Wiconisco Street, Tower City, PA 17980

To send condolences to the family, please visit www.dimonfuneralhome.com.

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These obituaries are being brought to by Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Frackville

Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home