Skook News Obituaries: June 25th, 2026
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Born in Ashland, PA., she was the daughter of the late Robert and Louise (Kline) Wagner. Bonnie was a 1976 graduate of North Schuylkill Jr/Sr High School, and of the Pottsville School of Nursing. She has worked for the former ManorCare Health Services of Pottsville as a nurse. She also found great pleasure in working with Compassus Home Health Care for many years. She was an avid knitter/crocheter.
Surviving is one niece, Tara Hughes wife of Fred, Gordon, PA; nephew, Craig Wagner husband of Jennifer, Ashland, PA; several great nieces & nephews; two brothers, Robert Wagner husband of Debbie, Tamaqua, PA and Lawrence Wagner, Frackville, PA.
Memorial services will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 11 AM at the Mark J Hummel Funeral Home, 48 N Broad Mountain Ave, Frackville.
Relatives and friends will be received from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Frackville.
Anna Louise Mease, 94, a resident of Pottsville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Providence Place.
Anna was born in Pottsville on June 26, 1931, a daughter of the late Warren and Elizabeth (Knowles) Trezise.
Anna was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Schuylkill Haven
Anna is survived by her children, Robert Mease (Christine) of Myerstown; Patricia Hoff of Texas; John J. Mease, Jr. (Angela) of Elkridge, MD and Sandra Bergan (Robert) of Minersville; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Anna is predeceased by her husband of 73 years, John Mease in 2025.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026 at the First United Methodist Church, 420 Saylor St, Schuylkill Haven, at 11 AM, with Pastor Christopher Fisher presiding. Visitation with Anna's family will be from 10-11 AM prior to the service at the church. Anna will be laid to rest with her husband privately at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville.
The Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, Pottsville is assisting Anna's family during their time of need.
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Marian E. Kleeman, 98, of Girardville, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, June 19th, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Girardville, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Concetta (Fulginiti) Catizone. Marian was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother whose greatest joy was her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph R. Kleeman; an infant son, John Kleeman; a grandson, Joseph Kleeman III; a daughter-in-law, Jane A. Kleeman; her brothers, Paneteleona, Peter, Anthony, Joseph, and Vincent Catizone; and her sisters, Concetta Hennessy and Michelena Catizone.
Marian was a woman of deep faith and was a proud member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Cecilia, Girardville, as well as the Girardville Red Hats. She was known for her warm heart, generous spirit, and the love she shared with everyone around her. One of Marian’s greatest joys was gathering her family together, especially for her cherished Sunday dinners. Her kitchen was always filled with the comforting aromas of home-cooked meals, laughter, and stories shared among generations. She took great pride in preparing meals for her loved ones and making sure everyone had a place at her table. Her home was always open, and she welcomed not only her family but also friends and neighbors who became like family, making everyone feel special and cared for. The memories created around Marian’s table will remain a treasured part of her family’s lives for years to come.
Marian is survived by her children: Joseph Kleeman; Peter Kleeman and his wife Stephanie; Anthony Kleeman and his wife Beth; Marian Shirmer and her husband Jack; Michelena Smith and her husband Mark; and Conchetta Platt and her husband Doug. She is also survived by her brother, John Catizone and his wife Diane; her sisters, Rosemary Zelli; Jean Ann Kessler and her husband Joseph; and Elizabeth Burns and her husband Harold.
She was a loving grandmother to her 23 grandchildren: Taryn, Tiffany, Elizabeth, Jennifer, Stephanie, John, Michelena, Marian, Mark, Dennis, Peter, Jesse, Nicole, Nicholas, Anthony, Christian, Dawson, Lexi, Gage, Dallis, Kerry, and Alex. Marian is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her much happiness and pride.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 29th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Ashland with Rev. Christopher Zelonis, pastor, as the celebrant. Marian’s viewing will be held on Sunday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Girardville, and again on Monday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Fountain Springs.
The Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., Girardville, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Randall L Mayer, age 64, of Valley View, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday June 20, 2026, at his residence.
Randy's wishes were to have no services.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc, Valley View, is honored to serve Randy's family.
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Stephen V. Monaghan, age 55, of Hegins, Pennsylvania, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest Hospital, Allentown, PA.
He was born on July 19, 1970 to the late James Sr. and Marie LaCrosse.
He loved to be outdoors, hunting, fishing, or throwing horseshoes.
He entered the work force at a young age, with jobs ranging from security to masonry work to manufacturing.
He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Simone (Drew) of Bonita Springs, FL, his son, William Eisele (Missy) of Valley View; three grandchildren: Courtney Eisele, Jorden Eisele, Jaxon Simone, and a grandson on the way; a great-granddaughter: Zara Klinger; three sisters: Lisa (Craig) Loranger, of Wisconsin, Lori Knopp, Mount Carmel, and Colleen (Charles) Andrews, of Fountain Springs; a brother, James Jr. (Carol), of Harrisburg; a brother in law, George Shoemaker, Hegins; nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, he is preceded in death by his spouse, Karen Shoemaker Monaghan and a brother, Joseph Monaghan.
A Celebration of Life will be held on his 56th birthday, July 19th, at Valley View Park.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc, Valley View, is honored to serve the Monaghan family.
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Anna Louise Mease, 94, a resident of Pottsville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Providence Place.
Anna was born in Pottsville on June 26, 1931, a daughter of the late Warren and Elizabeth (Knowles) Trezise.
Anna was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Schuylkill Haven
Anna is survived by her children, Robert Mease (Christine) of Myerstown; Patricia Hoff of Texas; John J. Mease, Jr. (Angela) of Elkridge, MD and Sandra Bergan (Robert) of Minersville; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Anna is predeceased by her husband of 73 years, John Mease in 2025.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026 at the First United Methodist Church, 420 Saylor St, Schuylkill Haven, at 11 AM, with Pastor Christopher Fisher presiding. Visitation with Anna's family will be from 10-11 AM prior to the service at the church. Anna will be laid to rest with her husband privately at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville.
The Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, Pottsville is assisting Anna's family during their time of need.
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Born in Girardville, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Concetta (Fulginiti) Catizone. Marian was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother whose greatest joy was her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph R. Kleeman; an infant son, John Kleeman; a grandson, Joseph Kleeman III; a daughter-in-law, Jane A. Kleeman; her brothers, Paneteleona, Peter, Anthony, Joseph, and Vincent Catizone; and her sisters, Concetta Hennessy and Michelena Catizone.
Marian was a woman of deep faith and was a proud member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Cecilia, Girardville, as well as the Girardville Red Hats. She was known for her warm heart, generous spirit, and the love she shared with everyone around her. One of Marian’s greatest joys was gathering her family together, especially for her cherished Sunday dinners. Her kitchen was always filled with the comforting aromas of home-cooked meals, laughter, and stories shared among generations. She took great pride in preparing meals for her loved ones and making sure everyone had a place at her table. Her home was always open, and she welcomed not only her family but also friends and neighbors who became like family, making everyone feel special and cared for. The memories created around Marian’s table will remain a treasured part of her family’s lives for years to come.
Marian is survived by her children: Joseph Kleeman; Peter Kleeman and his wife Stephanie; Anthony Kleeman and his wife Beth; Marian Shirmer and her husband Jack; Michelena Smith and her husband Mark; and Conchetta Platt and her husband Doug. She is also survived by her brother, John Catizone and his wife Diane; her sisters, Rosemary Zelli; Jean Ann Kessler and her husband Joseph; and Elizabeth Burns and her husband Harold.
She was a loving grandmother to her 23 grandchildren: Taryn, Tiffany, Elizabeth, Jennifer, Stephanie, John, Michelena, Marian, Mark, Dennis, Peter, Jesse, Nicole, Nicholas, Anthony, Christian, Dawson, Lexi, Gage, Dallis, Kerry, and Alex. Marian is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her much happiness and pride.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 29th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Ashland with Rev. Christopher Zelonis, pastor, as the celebrant. Marian’s viewing will be held on Sunday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Girardville, and again on Monday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Fountain Springs.
The Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Inc., Girardville, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Randy's wishes were to have no services.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc, Valley View, is honored to serve Randy's family.
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He was born on July 19, 1970 to the late James Sr. and Marie LaCrosse.
He loved to be outdoors, hunting, fishing, or throwing horseshoes.
He entered the work force at a young age, with jobs ranging from security to masonry work to manufacturing.
He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Simone (Drew) of Bonita Springs, FL, his son, William Eisele (Missy) of Valley View; three grandchildren: Courtney Eisele, Jorden Eisele, Jaxon Simone, and a grandson on the way; a great-granddaughter: Zara Klinger; three sisters: Lisa (Craig) Loranger, of Wisconsin, Lori Knopp, Mount Carmel, and Colleen (Charles) Andrews, of Fountain Springs; a brother, James Jr. (Carol), of Harrisburg; a brother in law, George Shoemaker, Hegins; nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, he is preceded in death by his spouse, Karen Shoemaker Monaghan and a brother, Joseph Monaghan.
A Celebration of Life will be held on his 56th birthday, July 19th, at Valley View Park.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc, Valley View, is honored to serve the Monaghan family.
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Tommy L Bressler, age 69 of Hegins, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at his residence.
He was born on March 13, 1957, in Lykens, a son of the late Thomas Bressler and the late Sara (Engle) Bressler.
Tom was a 1975 graduate of Tri-Valley High School.
Tom and his son were the owner-operators of Bresslers Septic and Excavating. Following Tom's passing, his son continues to proudly operate the family business.
Tom loved spending time with his family and took great joy in watching his grandchildren play ball, fish, and hunt.
He is survived by his wife, Karen (Poticher) Bressler, to whom he was married for forty-six years.
He is also survived by a daughter, Ashley Stotter and her husband Philip of Chagrin Falls, OH; a son, Brandon Bressler and his wife Adrian of Hegins; five grandchildren, Bryce, Ashton, Hudson, Grayson, and Magnolia; two brothers, Scott Bressler and his companion Jamie of Hegins and Jon Bressler and his wife Diane of Hegins; two sisters, Jan Fairchild and her husband Jim of Georgia and Christine Bowman and her husband Jerry of Valley View; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at Christ United Church of Christ, Fountain, on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Michael C. Klahr officiating.
A viewing will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Tuesday at the church.
Burial will be in Fountain Community Cemetery.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc, Valley View, is honored to serve the Bressler family.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Tommy's name to Christ United Church of Christ, PO Box 57, Hegins, PA 17938.
Tommy L Bressler, age 69 of Hegins, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at his residence.
He was born on March 13, 1957, in Lykens, a son of the late Thomas Bressler and the late Sara (Engle) Bressler.
Tom was a 1975 graduate of Tri-Valley High School.
Tom and his son were the owner-operators of Bresslers Septic and Excavating. Following Tom's passing, his son continues to proudly operate the family business.
Tom loved spending time with his family and took great joy in watching his grandchildren play ball, fish, and hunt.
He is survived by his wife, Karen (Poticher) Bressler, to whom he was married for forty-six years.
He is also survived by a daughter, Ashley Stotter and her husband Philip of Chagrin Falls, OH; a son, Brandon Bressler and his wife Adrian of Hegins; five grandchildren, Bryce, Ashton, Hudson, Grayson, and Magnolia; two brothers, Scott Bressler and his companion Jamie of Hegins and Jon Bressler and his wife Diane of Hegins; two sisters, Jan Fairchild and her husband Jim of Georgia and Christine Bowman and her husband Jerry of Valley View; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at Christ United Church of Christ, Fountain, on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Michael C. Klahr officiating.
A viewing will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Tuesday at the church.
Burial will be in Fountain Community Cemetery.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc, Valley View, is honored to serve the Bressler family.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Tommy's name to Christ United Church of Christ, PO Box 57, Hegins, PA 17938.
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