Skook News Obituaries: May 6th, 2026
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With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Kami Claudia Hollenbach (née Hester) on May 5, 2026.
Kami will be remembered as a loving wife, the world’s best memaw and mother, caring sister, and compassionate friend who touched so many lives. Kami was born on November 18, 1969, and she was a graduate of Nativity BVM High School.
Kami’s 38-year marriage to her husband, Greg, was characterized by true friendship, unconditional love, and mutual respect. She loved spending time in New England, especially Portland, ME, and going down the shore to Ocean City, NJ – two places where she always felt freest.
She is survived by her husband, Gregory, children, Alexander and Darian, their spouses, Allyson and Ryan, fur child, Sadie, brother, Brent, and the joy of her life, grandchild Graham.
In alignment with Kami’s request, there will be no services, and the family requests no flowers. Instead, take a walk somewhere beautiful, reach out to a loved one, or volunteer time in Kami’s remembrance.
Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven is entrusted with services. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.grabowskifuneralhomes.com
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Born March 15, 1967, he was a son of Dianne (Gaskins) Stoudt of Pottsville and the late Wayne Stoudt.
He was a 1985 graduate of Minersville High School and went on to receive his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Pennsylvania State University.
Michael served in the US Army and US Army reserves for 35 years. He worked as a Program Analyst at Ft. Indiantown Gap.
He was of the Catholic Faith; loved boxing, watching the Phillies, PSU, Eagles and listening to music.
Surviving in addition to his mother are his wife of 5 years Helena (Walasavage) Stoudt; children Maeve Stoudt of Minersville; Wade Stoudt of Minersville; Step-children Rachel Hale of Minersville; Kristen Wenner of VA; Sister Karin Kuehn and her husband Jamie of Minersville; Brother-in-law Bernie Walasavage and his wife Lauren of West West Terrace; 2 Step-grandchildren Reagan and Ava; 2 Nieces Bella Kuehn and Sarah Giuliano; 2 Nephews Gabriel Kuehn and his wife Kyra; Brenton Eades and his wife Ashley; 2 great nieces Sophia and Raelyn; Great Nephew Colsyn and Theo; Mother-in-law Margie Walasavage; Cats Willow, Lily, Ozzy, Dio, Teddy and Daisey.
Funeral Services will be held at 8:00 PM Sunday May 10, 2026 from Dutcavich Funeral Home & Cremation Care Inc. 200 Sunbury St. Minersville, PA 17954. Rev. Jojappa Adatgatla will be officiating. Friends may call from 6:00-8:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home. A funeral procession to Indiantown Gap will depart the funeral home at 9:30 AM Monday May 11, 2026; Burial with Military honors will begin at 11:00AM at the Cemetery.
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Raedelle I. Sherman, 85, formally of Bird's Hill Rd., Pine Grove, gained her angel wings on Saturday, May 2nd in the loving hands of the staff of Orwigsburg Manor where she had resided since December of 2023. She was the wife of Ronald Sherman, who passed away in March 2024.
Raedelle was a 1958 graduate of Pine Grove High School and was most proud of her job at Indiantown Gap. She was also a member of the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren.
Raedelle married Ronnie in May of 1965 and they built their home together on Bird's Hill. They had numerous dogs and cats, and many feral cats found a home in their breezeway. They raised chickens, pigs, and they always had a garden and orchards. Raedelle also loved to shop and could not resist a bargain. Raedelle also loved her sweets and always began and ended each day with chocolates! There wasn't a flavor of candy she disliked. At Orwigsburg Manor she made quite the impression on many and became quite the Bingo player.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Abraham and Mildred Stump and her brother, Marlin Stump. She leaves behind 3 sisters-in-law, Delores Stump, Providence Place, Pine Grove, Karen Kreiser and Joyce Bates, both of Lebanon, many cousins, nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind a childhood schoolmate, Linda Lesh, her faithful neighbors, Lynne and Chris Lenick and Lamar and Wilma Sensenig, as well as a good friend during times of need, Sharon Fehr, Pine Grove, and recent friend, Gloria Earnhart, Orwigsburg Manor.
Funeral Services will be held at the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren, 347 Sweet Arrow Lake Rd., Pine Grove, on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Michael Barnhart officiating. There will be a viewing on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Church. Burial will be in the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in her name to either the American Cancer Society, Ruth Steinert SPCA, 18 Wertz Road, Pine Grove PA 17963 or Schuylkill Church of the Brethren, 347 Sweet Arrow Lake Road, Pine Grove PA 17963.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements
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Sharon A. Knorr, 70, of Gilberton, passed away Wednesday April 29, 2026 at LVHN Cedar Crest, Allentown PA
Born in Shenandoah, March 3, 1956, She was a daughter of the lainsky) Kaleda.
She retired as an LPN, having worked at several area nursing homes
She was preceded in death by son James N. Knorr Jr.
Surviving are her husband James N. Knorr Sr.; son Michael Knorr and his wife Chrissy of South Williamsport; Grandchildren Alyvia, Cole and Adeline; Nieces and Nephews.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00AM Friday May 8,2026 from Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Cemetery, Shenandoah. In Lieu of flowers, contribution can be made to Hillside SPCA PO Box 233 Pottsville, PA 17901.
Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements.
Sharon A. Knorr, 70, of Gilberton, passed away Wednesday April 29, 2026 at LVHN Cedar Crest, Allentown PA
Born in Shenandoah, March 3, 1956, She was a daughter of the lainsky) Kaleda.
She retired as an LPN, having worked at several area nursing homes
She was preceded in death by son James N. Knorr Jr.
Surviving are her husband James N. Knorr Sr.; son Michael Knorr and his wife Chrissy of South Williamsport; Grandchildren Alyvia, Cole and Adeline; Nieces and Nephews.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00AM Friday May 8,2026 from Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Cemetery, Shenandoah. In Lieu of flowers, contribution can be made to Hillside SPCA PO Box 233 Pottsville, PA 17901.
Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements.
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