Skook News Obituaries: March 24th, 2026
Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area.
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Frank J. D’Agostino Jr., 69, passed away with his family by his side, Friday, March 20, 2026, at his residence on Second Street, Frackville. Born in Greenpoint, New York, October 26, 1956, he was the son of the late Frank and Augusta (Langer) D’Agostino Sr.. He attended Far Rockaway High School, in Queens, and was employed as a truck driver, and lastly as a landscraper until his retirement.
Survivors
Wife: Melody Jennings D’Agostino, Frackville
Son: Frank D’Agostino III, Mahanoy City
Son: Vincent (Maria) D’Agostino, Reading
Son: Joseph (Katrina) D’Agostino, Oklahoma
Daughter: Tina Martin, Georgia
Daughter: Kelly (Eduardo Sr.) Arias, Matamoras
Daughter: Rosemary Dunkin, Maryland
Brother: Phillip (Dawn) D’Agostino, Queens
Twin Sister: Beverly (Nick) Ara, Florida
Step Children: Joseph Kazie, Ryan (Brandy) Copertino, Lebanon, Tracey (Mike) Kazie, New York, Lisa (Edward) Sullivan, New York
24 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews
Relatives and Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Frank’s Life, Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 2 PM, in the Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, 1323 Centre St., Ashland. Officiating will be Rev. Chrystal J. Smallwood. Visitation with family will begin at 1 PM until 2 PM. Condolences can be made to the www. Fritzfuneralhome.com. The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
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Rich was born in Pottsville on December 23, 1965, a son of the late Merlin & Frances (Bortzel) Dronick.
Together 45 years, he was the husband of Lisa J. (Barnes) Dronick.
Rich was a 1985 graduate of Blue Mountain High School.
He was employed as a Kettleman at D.G. Yuengling & Sons, Pottsville for 25 years.
Rich loved playing cornhole, softball and coaching hockey. He also served as past Cressona Fire Chief.
In addition to his wife, Rich is also survived by three sons: Bryan Dronick, husband of Joanne, Summit Station, Richie Dronick, husband of Lindsay, Allentown, and Daryl Dronick, York. He is also survived by four grandchildren: Kylie, Daniel, Natalie, Brody, two sisters: Dolly Maleck, Schuylkill Haven, and Francine Dronick, Cressona, a brother Paul, widower of Karen Dronick, Minersville, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Rich is also preceded in death by a brother, Merlin B. Dronick.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 31st at Ebling-Stabingas Funeral Home in Cressona, PA. A public viewing will be held at the funeral home from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Cressona Cemetery.
Ebling-Stabingas Funeral Home, Cressona has been entrusted with arrangements.
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Joseph was born in Pottsville on July 30, 1954, the son of the late Joseph A. "Chick" Chiccine and the late Theresa (Lutzkanin) Rinaldo.
He attended Nativity BVM High School, but was ultimately a 1972 graduate of Blue Mountain Area High School. He played baseball and football, but found a passion in wrestling.
Prior to retiring, he worked for Marko Radiator. He also worked for Lehigh Valley Dairy for a number of years.
Chick had a deep love for music, particularly playing the guitar and immersing himself in the powerful rhythms of hard rock and heavy metal. This passion was more than a hobby; it was a part of his soul. He played in numerous bands throughout the years and loved attending concerts.
Chick was an amazing billiards player and played in leagues over the years. He enjoyed watching sports - football, baseball and golf. He was an avid reader and frequently visited the library in search of a good book. Chick had a great sense of humor and always had a story to tell. He also had an extensive knowledge of wine and enjoyed a nice glass of cabernet sauvignon.
He is survived by his daughter, Cara Chiccine; two sisters, Lisa and Mary Ellen Chiccine; nephew Jonathan Mehrman; niece Emily Mehrman; aunts Dorothy Manion and Helen Lutzkanin; and numerous cousins.
Service of remembrance will be held at 12:00pm on Saturday, March 28th at the James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville, with Funeral Home Celebrant Jack L. Murray officiating. Family and friends are invited to a visitation from 10:30am until the time of services.
The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions in memory of Chick be made to the Pottsville Free Public Library, 215 W. Market St, Pottsville, PA 17901. Donations can also be made online at https://www.pottsvillelibrary.org.
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Born in Hazleton she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Yackanicz) Belusko. She was a graduate of Hazle Township High School. She had worked as an executive secretary for various law firms in Washington DC and also had been employed by the CIA.
She was preceded in death by her husband James E. Siegling, 2 brothers Paul and Joseph Belusko and 2 sisters Mary Sarley and Eleanor Maguschak. Survivors include a brother Larry Belusko of Drums, a sister in law Cathy Belusko of Hazle Township, nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews as well as great great nieces and nephews.
Olga's family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the outstanding care and kindness provided by the medical and support staff at Mountain City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Services will be privately held with interment in Calvary Cemetery in Drums.
David D. Jarrett Funeral Home of Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements.
Betty Lea Bachman, 83, of Auburn passed away peacefully on Monday at Luther Ridge Senior Living in Pottsville surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Schuylkill Haven, October 21, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Arietta Woomert Moyer Koch and William Moyer.
Betty Lea was a 1960 graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School.
She was a member of St Johns Church in Auburn.
She was employed by Wright’s Knitwear for 18 years and last employed by Auburn Apparel.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband of 36 years, Lanny R Bachman Sr, a stepfather Paul Koch and a stepson Jeffrey Bachman.
Betty Lea is survived by son, Richard W Brown, husband of Susan Brown, Schuylkill Haven, daughter, Cynthia A Brown, partner to Joseph Ganunis, New Philadelphia. Also survived by stepsons Lanny Bachman Jr, Douglas Bachman, Michael Bachman, stepdaughter Bobbi Kline and stepdaughter-in-law Angela Bachman. She is also survived by two brothers, David Koch and Keith Koch. Two sisters, Carol Moyer and Linda Blankenhorn. Betty Lea is survived by grandchildren, Jason Brown, Melissa Focht, Jennifer Cataldi, Sarah McBreen, Mary McBreen and Amy Luckenbill. She is also survived by several greatgrandchildren, step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Betty & Lanny Bachman to the Auburn Fire Company Ambulance Service, PO Box 7 Auburn PA 17922. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.grabowskifuneralhomes.com.
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Betty Lea Bachman, 83, of Auburn passed away peacefully on Monday at Luther Ridge Senior Living in Pottsville surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Schuylkill Haven, October 21, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Arietta Woomert Moyer Koch and William Moyer.
Betty Lea was a 1960 graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School.
She was a member of St Johns Church in Auburn.
She was employed by Wright’s Knitwear for 18 years and last employed by Auburn Apparel.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband of 36 years, Lanny R Bachman Sr, a stepfather Paul Koch and a stepson Jeffrey Bachman.
Betty Lea is survived by son, Richard W Brown, husband of Susan Brown, Schuylkill Haven, daughter, Cynthia A Brown, partner to Joseph Ganunis, New Philadelphia. Also survived by stepsons Lanny Bachman Jr, Douglas Bachman, Michael Bachman, stepdaughter Bobbi Kline and stepdaughter-in-law Angela Bachman. She is also survived by two brothers, David Koch and Keith Koch. Two sisters, Carol Moyer and Linda Blankenhorn. Betty Lea is survived by grandchildren, Jason Brown, Melissa Focht, Jennifer Cataldi, Sarah McBreen, Mary McBreen and Amy Luckenbill. She is also survived by several greatgrandchildren, step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Betty & Lanny Bachman to the Auburn Fire Company Ambulance Service, PO Box 7 Auburn PA 17922. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.grabowskifuneralhomes.com.
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