Skook News Obituaries: April 20th, 2026
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Born in Pottsville, April 9, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Erza and Kathryn Graffe Dohner.
Mildred was married to her husband William T. Dukmen, Jr. They recently celebrated 21 years of marriage. Together they enjoyed going to Slate Run and riding bike with her girlfriend Diane.
Mildred was the owner and operator of Millie’s Styling Center in Pine Grove for many years.
Mildred was a graduate of Pine Grove Area High School. She attended the Bethesda Reedsville Evangelical Congregational Church, on Route 183 in Schuylkill Haven.
Mildred was a pet lover and had two pets that passed before her, Conan and Koko.
In addition to her husband William, she is survived by her son Matt McLoughlin of Pottsville. She is also survived by her brother Dennis Dohner of Pine Grove. Mildred had many close friends that were like family to her.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday at Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven, at 11:00 A.M. Pastor Mark Brooks will officiate. A viewing will be held from 10:00 A.M. until the start of services. Interment will follow on the grounds of Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.
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Carol Ann Ryan, 84, formerly of MarLin, passed away April 16th at the Tremont Health & Rehabilitation Center.She was born in Schoentown, a daughter of the late Paul and Anna (Lazarchick) Tomecheck.
She was formerly employed as a seamstress in the local garment industry and at the Sun Ray and Jacks Sandwich Shop, Pottsville.
She was a member of the Holy Family Parish, Minersville.
Carol loved to do crafts. She made her own Christmas balls and ornaments. She loved working in her yard and enjoyed going to the casino’s. Carol could always be found with a Coca Cola in her hand. Carol had a special fondness for her cats.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, John “Jay” Ryan, and a brother, Edwartd Tomecheck. Carol is survived by her sister, Dolores Stutzman, Sister-in-law’s Clare Trasatt and Nettie Ryan. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 am May 1st at St. Michael the Archangel Church of the Holy Family Parish with Fr. Jojappa Adagatla, MSC officiating. .
Interment St., Kieran #2. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations made to the Holy Family Parish Memorial Fund.
Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville entrusted with the arrangements.
Born in Girardville on March 20, 1945, she was the daughter of the late James and Irene (Sweeney) Stellato.
Joanne was a graduate of the former Immaculate Heart High School class of 1963. In addition to being a dedicated homemaker, she worked several years as an administrative assistant for the Van Heusen company in Pottsville. Joanne loved spending time with her grandchildren and family.
Besides her parents, she was preceded by her husband John J. Bubnis in July of 2025, and also by her siblings- brother James Stellato and sister Virginia Maganelli.
Her surviving family includes 2 sons- John Bubnis with his wife Pam of Shenandoah Heights and James Bubnis with his wife Natasha of Frackville, along with 4 grandchildren- Jacqueline, James, Sophie, and Lucy, as well as nieces and nephews.
A visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, May 15th from 8 to 9:30am at the Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, 40 N. Jardin St, Shenandoah. Both Joanne and her husband John will be laid to rest at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery- Annville, PA at 11am. Along with religious services for both, John will receive full military honors.
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Jack will be remembered for his deep devotion to family, his steady presence, and the warmth he brought to everyone around him. Together, Jack and Arlene built a home filled with laughter and love, with an enduring commitment to family and friendship.
A 1964 graduate of St. Clair Area High School, Jack was a standout athlete who went on to continue his football career at Kutztown University. There, he was a four-year letterman, an all-conference defensive back, team captain, and Defensive MVP for the Golden Bears. After college, Jack continued his football career as a player-coach for the Schuylkill County Coal Crackers and as a scout for the World Football League.
Jack dedicated his life to education. He earned his bachelor’s degree in special education for the visually impaired from Kutztown University and later completed a Master of Science in Education at Bucknell University. He began his career in St. Clair as a teacher, assistant football coach, and girls’ athletic director, and later taught and coached in the Danville Area School District before moving into administration roles. Jack served as assistant principal at Williams Valley High School and later as principal at St. Clair Area High School and Blue Mountain High School, where he made a lasting impact on students, faculty, and the communities he served.
A lifelong supporter of Kutztown University, Jack was a member of the inaugural 1977 KU Athletics Hall of Fame class. He served on the KU Council of Trustees for 31 years, including two terms as chairman, and was a generous donor and a founding member of the Golden Bear Football Legacy Club. In recognition of his extraordinary commitment, he was the first recipient of the KU Athletics Legacy Award, presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to KU Athletics and the university through time, dedication, commitment, philanthropy, and overall support.
Jack’s leadership and service extended across Pennsylvania athletics. He was a member of the District XI Hall of Fame and served the Schuylkill League for 27 years, including roles as both president and vice president. He contributed to the Eastern Football Conference Steering Committee and served for 34 years on the PIAA District XI Committee, including 19 years as chairman. He also served on the PIAA Board of Directors for 19 years, including 12 years as treasurer. Throughout his many roles, Jack was a respected leader, ambassador, and advocate for student athletes.
His contributions were recognized with induction into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, the Blue Mountain All Sports Hall of Fame, and the Jerry Wolman Northern Anthracite Chapter Sports Hall of Fame. He also received the Meritorious Achievement Award from the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame.
Jack was a proud member of the St. Clair Fish and Game, Frackville Elks, the former Pottsville Club, the Sea Isle City Commodores Club, and the Yacht Club of Sea Isle City.
In addition to his beloved wife, Arlene, Jack is survived by his daughters: Deniece Smith of Buck Run, PA; Brenda Day and her husband, George, of Lake Forest, IL; Jennifer Henderson and her husband, Anthony, of Alexandria, VA; and Caroline Barnhart and her husband, Matthew, of Pottsville, PA. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Jacob Smith; Jonathan and Padraig Day; Jackie, Victoria, and Roderick Henderson; and Jo and Lilah Barnhart.
He is also survived by his aunt, Ann Thomas, and his cousins, Dr. Paul Thomas, Lynn Bucklar, and Paul Androshick.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Mary (Thomas) and John Wabby; first cousin Mary Ann (Donlin) Androshick; and his son-in-law, Jeremy Smith.
Alongside his deep love for family, education, and athletics, Jack found joy in life’s simple pleasures—cheering on the Phillies, enjoying a glass of Pinot Noir with friends and family, and, most of all, making cherished memories with family and friends “down the shore”, especially in Sea Isle City, NJ.
Jack’s life was defined by the love he gave and the relationships he cherished. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, 250 E. Hancock St., St. Clair, PA 17970. Msgr. William F. Glosser will officiate. Friends may call from 6:00–8:00 PM on Friday and from 9:30–10:30 AM on Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 2595 Interstate Dr., Harrisburg, PA 17110.
Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, St. Clair, is in charge of arrangements.
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Amanda was born in Lansdale on January 21, 1988, a daughter of Gary and Susan Leib, of Coalport, PA.
She had attended Blue Mountain High School.
Amanda was a free-spirited soul with a love for adventure and beauty. She was known for her passion for treasure hunting, magnet fishing, and was a collector of all things pretty. Her love of the outdoors was evident in the way she embraced fresh air, open spaces, the simple beauty of nature, especially being at the waterfalls at Sweet Arrow Lake. Above all, she treasured time with her family and close friends. When gathered, she created a sense of belonging and love that will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew her. Amanda was also a devoted Cowboys fan, bringing enthusiasm and loyalty to every game she watched.
In addition to her parents, Amanda is also survived by love of her life Jared Stessalavage, sons Devin Neidlinger and Zaiden Powanda, siblings Mark Leib, fiancé of Morgan Scheifley and Vicki Leymeister, wife of Travis, several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at 12:30 pm on Friday, April 24th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc in Schuylkill Haven with Rev. David Ramsey officiating.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 12:00 pm until time of services.
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Born in Tamaqua on Sunday, September 15, 1931, Ted was the son of the late Charles and Rose (Woolf) Block. A proud 1949 graduate of Tamaqua High School, he earned his degree from Temple University in 1953 before honorably serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. In 1959, he returned home to lead the family business, a fixture of downtown Tamaqua for decades.
Ted’s legacy is also defined by his tireless civic leadership. He served as President of the Tamaqua Chamber of Commerce and held a long tenure on the TIDE Board, where he was instrumental in developing the Rush Township Park. His expertise benefited many regional institutions; he chaired the Schuylkill County Planning Commission, served on the Reading Area Community College board, and held directorships with American Savings Bank and Keystone Financial.
A man of deep faith and social connection, Ted was a former President of Temple Israel in Hazleton. In retirement, he and his wife, Selma, enjoyed their time at the Valley Country Club in Drums and the Venetian Country Club in Venice, Florida.
His family will remember him for the great depth, vision, and reliability of his love and support for each of them throughout their lives together. Ted is survived by Selma Libby (Spector) Block, his beloved wife of 72 years; daughters, Audrey Snyderman and her husband Alan, Margo Michel and her husband Ian; grandchildren Laura Lohmann-Michel and her husband Edwin, Katherine Michel, Scott Snyderman, Robert Snyderman and his wife Yanara Friedland; and great-grandchild, Nelly Friedland. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Martin Spector and his sister-in-law, Lois Block.
Ted was also predeceased by his daughter, Susan Joy Block, on June 26, 1979, and his brothers, Leon and Eugene Block, and his sisters-in-law, Cecilie Block and Cindy Spector.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 655 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252, (570) 668-2550.
Burial will be private at Washington's Crossing National Cemetery. Shiva will be held at 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 23rd, at the home of Margo and Ian Michel, located at 170 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA 19003, with a Minyan Service beginning at 6:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ted’s memory can be made to the Susan Block Memorial Fund at the Tamaqua Public Library (www.taplpa.info.com).
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