Skook News Obituaries: April 27th, 2026
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Lois was a daughter of the late John and Pauline (Gerber) Holmberg. She attended Tamaqua High School and graduated from The Salvation Army Training College in New York to become an officer. It was while serving as a youth pastor in the Bronx that she met her future husband.
Lois worked for many years as a floor-lady/manager for Sue Frocks. A lifelong servant of The Salvation Army, she was honored in 2015 as a longtime Corps Sergeant Major, and her family was among the founding members of the Tamaqua corps. Lois lived her life grounded in kindness, generosity, and quiet faith. One of the most meaningful expressions of love was through the countless prayer squares she crocheted over the years – each one made with care and sent out into the world.
She also had a deep love from music. Lois was a talented musician who played both trumpet and cornet, and she had a beautiful singing voice that brought joy to those around her.
Lois is survived by two daughters, Kathi Charles of Palmerton, and Lisa Francis and her husband Brian of Auburn; one son, Robert Deutsch of Tamaqua; two brothers, Edward Holmberg of Ohio and Charles Holmberg and his wife Judy of Centre Valley; eight grandchildren, Ian and Jordan Totani, Hadyn and Daulton Charles, Eric and Rebecca Deutsch, and Madison and Mackenzie Francis; four great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Born on July 4th, 1925, she achieved her goal of celebrating 100 years of life. Lois was one of ten children. She was preceded in death by seven of her siblings. Her strong faith evokes images of a heavenly reunion.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the former Tamaqua Salvation Army building, now the Perla Building, 105 West Broad Street, Tamaqua. Interment in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Columbia and Church Streets, Tamaqua, will follow the services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Lois’s name may be made to The Salvation Army at www.salvationarmyusa.org.
Online condolences may be made at www.zgfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Tamaqua.
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Sal was born on August 5, 1956 to the late Frank Abalo of Spain and the late Victoria Ayash Waskas Abalo of Shenandoah PA. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Aurora Waskas Usalis, Marquin “Queenie” Waskas Foose, and Jacqueline “Jackie” Waskas Sendatch. And his brothers George Waskas, Ronald “Ronnie” Waskas and Manuel “Manny” Abalo. He is also preceded in death by many beloved Aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and in-laws.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Carol (Benjamin) Abalo. Together, they built a life centered on love and family. He is also survived by his children: Christopher “Chris” Abalo (Jen Fishburn), Amanda Abalo (Jon Frie) and Carmen Abalo (Jessica Quercia).
Sal was a proud grandfather to Bryce, Kaleb, and Greyson Abalo, Jordanna and Wyatt Frie and Austin Abalo. He was also very proud to be a great grandfather to Paisley Abalo, daughter of Kaleb and Kalli.
He is also survived by his brother Joseph Waskas and his wife Kay of Frackville; his sister, Mary Abalo and his brother, Frank Abalo. Also surviving are numerous nephews, nieces, great nieces, great nephews and extended family members.
Sal attended Mahanoy Area High School. He worked for Sealy Posturepedic, and served as a security guard at Locust Mountain Hospital in Shenandoah Heights, and found his true calling at WRC in Pottsville, PA, where he worked as a dedicated employee and supervisor for 42 years. He truly loved working for WRC and cherished his relationships with co-workers.
Sal found his greatest joy in spending time with his family. He created lasting memories taking his children camping, to the beach where they all truly loved Ocean City, Md., and Chincoteague, Virginia. He loved to crab, fish and grill with his family. He had a deep love for wildlife and animals (pets), especially his English bulldog, Jorja.
Sal was especially proud of all of his grandkids and loved to watch them play in their sporting events, football, softball, basketball and baseball. He was also deeply involved in his community serving as the voice of Frackville Football, as well as president and coach for many, many years. His dedication to youth sports extended to Frackville Little League where he volunteered and umpired for many years.
Sal found great joy in watching and cheering on his favorite sports teams, proudly supporting the Georgia Bulldogs, the Miami Dolphins, and the Las Vegas Raiders. He shared a truly special bond with his beloved wife, Carol. The two were united in marriage on August 19, 1978, and later renewed their vows on August 13, 1993, reaffirming a lifetime of love and devotion to one another. Together, they cherished their quiet getaways, especially when celebrating birthdays and anniversaries.
Sal will be remembered as a hardworking and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He will be greatly missed, never forgotten, and forever loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Friends and relatives are invited to Sal's viewing and celebration of life service on Friday, May 1st from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, 501 West Washington Street, Frackville.
Sign the guest book, leave personal condolences, and for further information, please visit www.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com.
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.
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Nancy J. Walker, 80, of Tremont formerly of Lebanon passed away Friday evening, April 24, 2026.
Nancy was born in Lebanon, September 30, 1945, a daughter of the late Aldus and Elizabeth Shenk Yingst.
Surviving are several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis M. Walker; brothers, Herbert, Aldus, Chester, Mervin and Vernon Yingst; a sister Jessie Wanner.
Nancy will be laid to rest on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 9:30 am at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with Pastor Annette Shutt officiating.
The Dimon Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc, Tower City has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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