Skook News Obituaries: June 21st, 2026
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Born in Ashland, he was a son of the late Joseph and Anna (Steiner) Piaskowski. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jerome Piaskowski.
Joe is survived by his brother, Stephen Piaskowski and his wife, Sharon; his sisters, Anne Marie Davidock and her husband, Tom, and Helene Roland and her husband, Patrick. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Joe graduated from the former Frackville High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1961 until 1963. Following his military service, he was employed by PennDOT for many years until his retirement.
Joe enjoyed all sports and was an especially devoted fan of the Philadelphia Eagles. He also enjoyed traveling and never passed up the opportunity to indulge in a favorite sweet treat. Joe will be remembered for his quiet nature, his love of sports, and the enjoyment he found in life's simple pleasures.
Graveside services with military honors will be held at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
The Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., Frackville, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Born in Helfenstein, Carl was the son of the late Emerson and Mary Chubb Lute. In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by his siblings, Arlene Chillis, Virginia Barkanski, Nancy Myers, James Lute, Barbara Lute, and Rose Lute; his daughter-in-law, Mary Lightner Lute; and a sister-in-law, Jane Fetteroff.
Mickey was a graduate of the former Ashland High School, Class of 1954. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army, proudly serving his country from 1954 to 1957 during the Korean War.
After his military service, Mickey dedicated 35 years of his career as a tool and die maker at Standard Pressed Steel, where he was known for his precision, craftsmanship, and strong work ethic before retiring.
Mickey had a true passion for woodworking, a craft that allowed him to showcase his creativity, patience, and attention to detail. He took great pride in working with his hands and created numerous beautiful pieces of furniture throughout his home. Each piece reflected his skill, dedication, and love for craftsmanship, leaving behind not only treasured items for his family to enjoy but also a lasting reminder of his talent and the care he put into everything he created.
Mickey is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Pearl (Fetterolf) Lute; his daughter, Sandra Neumeister and her husband James; his son, Michael Lute; his brothers, Ted Lute and his wife Jean Ann, and Terry Lute and his wife Carol; and his sisters, Lois Casey and Ada Jackowiak.
He is also survived by his grandchildren, Robert (Nikki Monti), Diana, and a step-grandchild Jamie ; his great-grandchildren, Patrick, Michael, Brooke, and step-great-grandchild Gavin; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 25th, at 11:00 a.m. from Christ’s United Lutheran Church, 437 Airport Road, Ashland. A viewing will be held at the church Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be private.
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., Girardville, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Born in Harrisburg on Wednesday, March 30, 1966, she was the daughter of Rosemarie Charney Shuey, Lykens, and the late John Shuey. Diane was a 1984 graduate of Williams Valley High School. She then went on to graduate from Empire Beauty School and became a licensed cosmetologist where she worked at and managed multiple beauty shops.
She was a faithful member of The Well M4SQ Church, Muir.
Diane loved to travel, especially to the beach, where she could be found swimming and spending time by the water. She also enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her close group of friends. Music was a major part of her life. She enjoyed listening to music of all kinds, and she loved attending her husband's concerts. Above all else, her family was her world. Her children and grandchildren were everything to her. She will be remembered by those who knew her for her love and huge heart.
In 2023, following the loss of her husband John, Diane wanted to make a positive impact in her community. She knew what it was like to be in the position of losing a loved one and having to worry about the financial hardship that can follow after a death. Diane was so grateful for the community support and donations that had helped her during this time, and she had a dream that other families in similar situations would have some form of support during these times. With her dream, she founded Compassion in the Valley, an organization the provides struggling families with some financial assistance during times of loss. Over the past three years, Compassion in the Valley has helped dozens of families in the area with over ten thousand dollars worth of donations. Diane's dream will live on, and she will continue have a huge impact on the valley for many years to come.
In addition to her father, she was reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband who she dearly missed, John Kline Jr., 2022; her sister, Tara Kukuk; both her grandmothers, Violette Charney and Carol Gonder.
In addition to her mother, Rosemarie Shuey, Lykens, Diane is survived by her five children, Joel Meyers, Elizabethville, Kristel Weikel, Williamstown, Miranda Strickland, Elizabethville, Christian Kline , Williamstown, and Devin Kline, Shippensburg; her grandchildren, Kaydan, Averie, Carter, Amari, Demi, John, Ezra, Dominic, Sherri, Aurora, Ariana, and Draven; half-siblings Troy Maurer and Carmen Moore; an aunt Laura Maurer.
Services will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM from the Well M4SQ Church, 111 East Washington Street, Muir, with her pastor, Pastor Luke Heald officiating. Visitation will be from 3-4PM. Following the services, a luncheon and time of fellowship will follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Diane's memory can be made to her organization, Compassion in the Valley, 9 N Hand Street, Tower City, PA 17980.
The Dimon Funeral Home is honored to serve Diane's family.
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