Skook News Obituaries: July 1st, 2026
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Lois Ann Kenney, 81, of Pottsville, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026, at her son’s home with family by her side.
Born in Pottsville on August 17, 1944, she was a daughter of the late John and Jessie Weihe.
Lois was the loving wife of Joseph Kenney to whom she was married for 47 years.
She was a member of St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Cressona.
Lois enjoyed staying active and going to Xtreme Fitness in St. Clair.
In addition to her husband, Lois is survived by her son Scott Kenney, companion of Jenni Leber, Ohio; grandchildren Kyle Kenney and Kiara Wenner (Brandon); 3 great-grandchildren; sisters Joanne Herring (Dennis) and Violet Howell (Allen); nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her sisters Eileen and Ruth Weihe.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, July 10th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc in Schuylkill Haven with Pastor Jennie Strauch officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9:30 am until the time of services. Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.
At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to St. Mark's UCC Church, 30 Pottsville St, Cressona, PA 17929.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven.
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Born in Pottsville on August 17, 1944, she was a daughter of the late John and Jessie Weihe.
Lois was the loving wife of Joseph Kenney to whom she was married for 47 years.
She was a member of St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Cressona.
Lois enjoyed staying active and going to Xtreme Fitness in St. Clair.
In addition to her husband, Lois is survived by her son Scott Kenney, companion of Jenni Leber, Ohio; grandchildren Kyle Kenney and Kiara Wenner (Brandon); 3 great-grandchildren; sisters Joanne Herring (Dennis) and Violet Howell (Allen); nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her sisters Eileen and Ruth Weihe.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, July 10th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc in Schuylkill Haven with Pastor Jennie Strauch officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9:30 am until the time of services. Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.
At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to St. Mark's UCC Church, 30 Pottsville St, Cressona, PA 17929.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven.
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Born in Wilmington, DE on November 5, 1942, Kyran was the daughter of the late Edmund and Josephine (Weyman) Daley. She grew up in Pottsville, PA—graduating first from Nativity BVM High School (‘60), and then the Pottsville Hospital School of Nursing (’63).
After graduating from Nursing School, she moved to the Main Line area outside of Philadelphia to start her nursing career. She quickly forged a reputation as an excellent nurse—well respected by peers, doctors, and patients alike.
Following one visit home to Pottsville, she caught return ride back to the Philadelphia area with friends and acquaintances who were also transplants from Pottsville. One of the passengers in that packed car was Philip Malarkey, Jr., an engineering student at Villanova. While they had not previously known one another personally, that ride changed things. She and Phil married on January 22, 1966. Together, they moved all over the country—following the path of Phil’s career and moving on an average of every 2 years. This was both an adventure and a challenge—as their daughters arrived in 1966 and 1968—and being far from their families was not always easy. But they had fun. Wherever they lived, Kyran hung an embroidery reading, “Bloom where you are planted.” And they did.
In 1980, back in the Philadelphia area again, Kyran returned to nursing once her girls started high school. Once again, she dove into the work and was a respected member of the nursing staff at Paoli Memorial Hospital and the Hospital of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Always looking for growth, Kyran soon found herself ready to push the boundaries of her career, and she shifted to medical case management. It was here that she truly found a passion.She worked as a mobile case manager in the Philadelphia area. When a move took them to Dallas, TX, she joined the team at Baylor. Then, when she and Phil relocated to Tennessee, she thrived at the Patricia Neal Center. Finally, in 1998, they moved to Arnold, MD, and Kyran joined the case management staff at Johns Hopkins Medical Center in Baltimore. When Phil passed away in 2003, Kyran continued to work for Johns Hopkins until 2015, retiring as a Clinical Care Manager.
Kyran led an active and social life until recent years—spending time with her close friends, attending dances, playing trivia, dining out, and enjoying life in the Chesapeake Bay area. In more recent years, spending more time at home—Kyran’s lifelong appreciation for Irish and English history led to deep dives into historical fiction and biographies. Even though she was not as active in the past few years, she kept in close touch with dear friends and family across the country.
Above all though, she treasured spending time with her grandsons. If you spent any amount of time with her, you heard and saw the love she had for Sean and Ryan.
Kyran is survived by her daughters Mary Jo Malarkey of Los Angeles, CA and Kyran McLaughlin (Michael McLaughlin) and grandsons Sean and Ryan McLaughlin of Springfield, PA; brother Bob Daley (Rhonda Krammes), niece Bobbi Lea Krammes and great-nephew Landyn Zavala—all of Schuylkill Haven, PA; brother-in-law Bill Malarkey (Maureen, deceased) and nephews Kevin and James, and sisters-in-law Ann Tomalavage (Joe) and Patricia Malarkey; and cousins living all over the country.
Her parents Edmund and Josephine, and her husband Phil preceded her in death.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, July 20th at Saint Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville with Fr. John S. Pendzick officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 am until the time of mass. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Pottsville.
At the family's request, please consider donations to the American Heart Association. https://www.heart.org/
Arrangements have been entrusted to Lord Ebling Haus Funeral Home Inc., Pottsville, PA.
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Judyann was born in Pottsville on April 6, 1950, a daughter of the late Earl and LaVerne (Schaeffer) Bair.
She was the widow of Kenneth W. Stine, Sr.
Judyann graduated from Schuylkill Haven Area High School.
She was a member of the New Life Ministries UPC and Jesus Name Assembly of the Apostles Faith.
Judyann worked as a paraprofessional for Schuylkill Haven Elementary School for over a decade, which brought her endless happiness working with children.
She was deeply family oriented. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She had a genuine love for people, and her warmth and kindness touched everyone she met.
Judyann is survived by children: Matthew Stine, partner of Lisa Cipoletti, Kimberly Stine and Kenneth Stine, Jr., husband of Jill; grandchildren: Alexis Stine, partner of Stefon Jordan, Drake Stine, Emily Stine, Christopher Cicero, Zoey Nechetsky, Callie Nechetsky, Kenneth Stine III, McKenna Brossman, Aribella Brossman and Reese Stine; great-grandchildren Cambrie, Leia and Kai; sisters Jan Wetzel and Jill Lawell; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Judyann was preceded in death by a brother James Bair.
Interment will be held privately.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven.
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Leanne was born in Pottsville on November 26, 1949, a daughter of the late John and Verna (Luckenbill) Marbarger.
She was a 1967 graduate of Blue Mountain High School and graduated from the Reading Hospital School of Nursing in 1970. Leanne worked as a Registered Nurse in the Surgical ICU at Reading Hospital for 45 years, with a cardiac specialty and a passion for bedside care. Leanne always prioritized the compassionate care of all her patients and served as a respected mentor for her colleagues, and she was an invaluable source of medical knowledge for her family members and friends.
Since her retirement, she has enjoyed volunteering on service trips with Team Orwigsburg, gardening, traveling, and baking delicious cookies with her granddaughter. Having grown up on a farm, Leanne was hard-working, practical, and independent, and was never afraid to ask questions or take on a big challenge. She derived great satisfaction from helping others around her. Her biggest joy in life was spending time with family and being in nature, especially watching sunsets.
Leanne is survived by her two daughters, Rebecca Irelan, wife of Peter, and Kristen Zeiber; her beloved granddaughter, Ruby Irelan; three siblings, Linda Reading, Dennis Marbarger, husband of Debra, and Dean Marbarger, husband of Florence; and 4 nieces and 1 nephew and their families.
In addition to her parents, Leanne was preceded in death by her nephew, Brian Marbarger, and her brother-in-law, Dwayne Reading.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Marbarger Family Farm at a later date.
The family prefers remembrances in the form of contributions in Leanne's memory to Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA in Pine Grove.
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He was born on March 15, 1953, in Jamaica, Queens, NY, a son of the late Nataniel J., and Forlendia O. Williamson Roberts.
Glenn’s life was characterized by deep dedication to his loved ones, remarkable talents, and a vibrant spirit that touched all who knew him. A proud graduate of Andrew Jackson High School in Queens Village, NY, Glenn further pursued his love for music by studying jazz at Jazz Mobile in New York. He also took up radio announcing in New York, beginning a lifelong commitment both to the arts and to communicating with the world.
Glenn’s career reflected the breadth of his gifts and passions. He was well known as a radio announcer in New York, where his voice and enthusiasm left an indelible mark. His dedication to jazz led him to teach at Kings Academy and the Robert Braun School of Music, nurturing a new generation of musicians. Glenn also established his own studios in Pottsville and St. Clair, further sharing his expertise and love for music with the community. Later in his life, he worked as a driver for STS, demonstrating his enduring commitment to service and connection.
A devoted member of the AA community, Glenn recently celebrated 53 years of sobriety on March 9.
Music was at the heart of Glenn’s soul. He played the drums in numerous bands and was equally at home with the bass, piano, and guitar. His passion for jazz was reflected in a collection of records and an ever-present appreciation for the artform. Those who played alongside him or learned from him carried forward not just skills, but also his infectious enthusiasm.
Anyone who had the pleasure of spending time with Glenn remembers his friendly nature and capacity for conversation. Glenn was more than just a talented musician and communicator; he was a family man, loved dearly by those who knew him best. His greatest pride came from the relationships he built and cherished every day.
Glenn’s legacy endures through his devoted wife of 25 years, Cherie Cresswell Roberts; Alexandra Fedeles Trexler and her husband, Devin; Nathaniel J Roberts, II and his wife Tonishia; Glenn A. Roberts and his wife Rhonda; Ranee Henderson; Sharrise and her husband Troy; he also leaves behind a beloved group of grandchildren: Erika, Alyssa, Darren James, Nasir, Trinity, Destiny, Jalina, Geona, Gina, Ray Von, Sharrise, Charlene, Tanya, Mahogany, Jada, James, and Jalil. Glenn’s family continues with great-grandchildren Horatio and Andre. His bonus daughter Katie Anthony, and bonus grandchildren, Mattea and Kaden all of whom were touched by his warmth, guidance, and unwavering affection.
Glenn’s life lives on in the memories of family—both immediate and extended—and in all those whose hearts he lifted with music, conversation, and kindness. Though he is gone from our sight, his spirit endures in every story recounted, every song played, and in the continued lives of those he cherished.
He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.
As per Glenn's wishes there will be no services. The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions in memory of Glenn be directed to his wife Cherie Roberts 253 Pike St, Port Carbon, PA 17965.
Arrangements are under the care of James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, James B. Humphrey, F.D.
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Born in Ashland on October 20, 1960 he was the son of the late Barbara Ann (Burger) and Robert R. Liem.
Robbie graduated from North Schuylkill High School in 1978. He then served in the Army during Persian Gulf. Later he worked as a machinist.
Surviving are a sister Kimberley Graham, Margate City NJ; brother Douglas Cannon (Janice), Kittanning; nephew Robert Myers; niece Kathryn Androckitis, niece Madalyn Rosenblum.
Services and internment will be held privately at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc, 901 Centre St, Ashland PA 17921 has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Gerald John Nawrocki, age 87, of New Philadelphia, PA passed away Saturday, June 27th, 2026 at his home.
Born in Pottsville, PA on July 1, 1938, he was the son of the late Vincent and Isabel (Gavanus) Nawrocki.
Gerald was a graduate of Nativity BVM High School in Pottsville, Class of 1956. He served in the US Army as an SP% from 1957 till 1963. He worked as a Inspector at Carpenter Steel which later became Car Tech in Reading. Gerald was a member of Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church in New Philadelphia, a member of the Wildcat Lodge, and an avid fan of Penn State and the Philadelphia Eagles and Flyers.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers: Vincent and Alvin Nawrocki.
Gerald is survived by his wife Ann Marie (Kulka) Nawrocki; New Philadelphia; son Jesse Nawrocki and his wife Denise and grandsons Jason and Jack Nawrocki, Anandale, NJ; daughter Jill Shilcusky and granddaughter Aislinn Shilcusky, Pottsville; sister Arlene Nawrocki, Reading; brother Thomas Nawrocki and his wife Dolores, New Philadelphia; and nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at Robert A. Evans Jr. Funeral Home, Port Carbon on Monday July 6th at 10:45AM, with
Relatives and Friends are invited to visit with the family on Monday morning from 9:30AMtill time of service at the Funeral Home
Interment with Military Honors will be held at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
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Visit www.Fritzfuneralhome.com to leave messages of condolence.
The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, will announce funeral arrangements.
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