Skook News Obituaries: July 6th, 2026
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Susan’s life was defined by her incredible resilience. Raised in orphanages in Alveria and Orwigsburg, she initially felt called to the convent but chose instead to dedicate herself to supporting her siblings. That choice birthed a relentless work ethic that defined her entire life. From her days in Tami, Gerard textile mills & Aquilla to her retirement from Bimbo Bakeries, Susan worked tirelessly to provide a beautiful life for her family. She had a brilliant mind and was gifted with being able to figure things out and solve problems with ingenuity. She was also blessed with positivity, perseverance, and a good sense of humor.
Known to many as a wonderful cook and baker, especially for family holiday celebrations, Susan also poured her love into her beautiful crochet work. She also enjoyed canning, growing flowers, and spending time with her Chihuahua, Peanut, her granddaughters, and her family. She was very hard working, gifted with insight, attentive to detail, and helpful to everyone she met. She was small and mighty, but had a heart of gold that surpassed everything else. Her greatest legacy, however, is the fierce fighting spirit she passed down to her daughter and granddaughters.
She was greeted in heaven by her parents, Anthony and Susan (Gretzik) Yasso; her twin brother, Anthony; her brother, John Yasso; her ex-husband Stevie; sisters, Katherine Grinbaum, Irene Taylor, Mildred Busch, Dolores Yanacek, and an infant sister, Margaret.
Her memory will be forever cherished by her daughter, Susan D. Brennan, wife of Dr. John; her beloved granddaughters, Susan and Marianne Brennan; and her extended family of nieces and nephews.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday July 9, 2026, at 11 o’clock A.M. from St. John XXIII R.C.C. 307 Pine Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.
A calling hour will take place on the morning of services from 9:30 A.M. until
10:30 A.M at the funeral home.
Interment will be in Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery, Weston, Pennsylvania.
Memorials in Susan’s name to: Hazleton Animal Shelter 101 North Poplar Street Hazleton Pennsylvania 18201, Hazleton, PA; Hillside SPCA SPCA Road PO Box 233 Pottsville, Pennsylvania 17901
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Geraldine J. "June" Womer, 94 of Pottsville, died peacefully on Friday July 3, at Providence Place Senior Living, Pottsville.
She was born on June 24, 1932, in Pottsville, a daughter of the late Harold F. and Anna H. Onasconage Hubler
She was a 1950 graduate of the former Branch Township High School.
June was a member of United Presbyterian Church, Pottsville.
June's life was a testament to simple joys, she enjoyed sitting out on her front porch, enjoyed time shopping; expressing love for family through baking; and engaging in heartfelt, friendly games of cards with her neighborhood friends. She was also a die-hard Philadelphia Phillies fan by all who knew her.
June was predeceased by her husband, James W. Womer, Sr., on June 5, 2001
She is survived by her daughter, Jackie Sherry and husband Dave; a son, James W. Womer, Jr., and his wife Rose, all of Pottsville; 5 grandchildren: Stephanine, David "Boop", Dr. Lauren, Maria, and James; 6 great-grandchildren, Tish, JJ, Jack, Kat, Norah, and Jay; nieces and nephews
Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 9, at 11AM from the James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville. Family and friends are invited to a viewing from 9:30AM until the time of services at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Charles Baber Cemetery, Pottsville. The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions in memory of June be made to United Presbyterian Church, 214 Mahantongo St. Pottsville, PA 17901.
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Chester was born on August 3rd, 1951, a son of the late Chester Sr., and Mary (Grutza) Huss. He was a 1968 graduate of the former JW Cooper High School, and was of the Methodist Faith.
He last worked at Schuylkill Energy Resources co-generation plant in Shenandoah as a crusher/dryer operator. Chester was a long time member of the Shenandoah Heights Fire Company, and also volunteered as a driver for the Shenandoah Ambulance for over 40 years. He was well known locally for playing Santa Claus during the Christmas season, and was a avid supporter of the Shenandoah Valley Blue Devils football program.
Chester enjoyed watching NASCAR and the Washington Redskins, as well as taking many trips and making memories with his family.
Chester is survived by his wife of 46 years, Debra (Novatka) Huss, along with two children, Lee Anne Huss of Mahanoy City; and Michael Huss, and his wife Kelly (Kuester) Huss of Valley View. He is also survived by his granddaughter, Ayla Jean Kuester Huss of Valley View, along with many cousins, including a very dear cousin, Peggy Mcguire of Ringtown.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Chester's funeral service at 11 AM on Thursday July 9th, 2026 at the Walukiewicz Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 South Jardin Street, Shenandoah.
A Viewing will be held on Wednesday evening, July 8th, from 6-8 PM and again on Thursday morning from 10-11 AM prior to the service. Chester will be laid to rest at the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights, immediately following the service.
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