Skook News Obituaries: August 21st, 2026
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Born on September 22, 1960, he was a son of the late Al and Joan (Rajkowski) Moucheron.
Bobby was a 1978 graduate of Mahanoy Area High School. He worked for 37 years at Bell Telephone/Verizon as a telephone program engineer. Bobby was a coach for the girls’ junior-varsity and boy’s freshman basketball teams in Tamaqua. Bobby and Fred Mervine opened the M & M RedZone in Mahanoy City, May 2013 and then Bobby became the sole owner in September 2015. While this season will be different, Bobby will be there with us as we cheer on his Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Flyers.
He was a member of the Mahanoy City Elks Lodge No. 695, the Mahanoy City American Legion Post 74 and the Humane Fire Company #1 in Mahanoy City.
Bobby was brave, honest, strong and kind. He was a bright light in this world and a friend to all. He was proud of his hometown and did his best to support the schools, youth sports and various community organizations and events. He would always find the positive even in the darkest times.
When Bobby got his driver’s license, he immediately checked the box to be an organ donor without knowing many years down the road, that he would be the recipient of a liver and kidney from a very special person who remains unknown but is forever in our hearts. In true Bobby fashion, Gift of Life was contacted to inquire about donating his organs upon his passing; however, it was determined that his organs were not eligible for medical reasons; however, through the Lion World Vision Institute – Bobby’s final act of kindness is to restore sight to someone in need through donating his “baby browns”.
Bobby would like for all of us to continue living the way he lived – caring for and loving all.
He was the husband of Cassie (Howley) Moucheron. They were married at St. Paul’s U.C.C., Mahanoy City on August 13, 2011 and just celebrated 15 years of marriage together. In addition, Nutbutt and Grey-Grey, our feline babies will be missing their Daddy.
Bobby is survived by his sister, Cheri, wife of Rick Southcott, of Downingtown and his brother, Thomas, husband of Paula, of Mahanoy City.
He is also survived by niece/goddaughter Allison, wife of Darren Kline; nephew Eric Moucheron, fiancée Christy Evancho; niece Nicole Southcott, fiancé Justin Alcala; nephew Ricky Southcott, fiancée Alli Hergenrother and 3 great nieces/nephew, Cadence and Chason Kline and Harper Moucheron. In addition, there are numerous sisters/brothers and nieces/nephews from his wife’s side of the family that survive him.
In lieu of flowers and as we all know how Bobby loved his four-legged friends, the family would prefer contributions be made to the S.P.C.A. or another charity of your choice and will be accepted at the visitation.
A Funeral service will be held at 8:30 PM with Reverend Christopher Zelonis officiating.
Friends are invited to call 5 PM to 9 PM on Sunday, August 23rd at Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. in Mahanoy City, PA.
To honor and support Bobby’s love of sports, please wear your favorite sports apparel and keep it casual. We all know Bobby was a passionate, simple and humble guy.
Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book, view the tribute video and send sympathy cards.
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Cheryl A. Paxson, of New Ringgold, PA, passed away on August 20, 2026, in the home of her daughter. Born December 26, 1950 in Pottsville, PA, Cheryl was the beloved daughter of the late Steve and Elizabeth (Kramer) Sausnock.
Cheryl’s early years were spent in Pottsville, where her innate warmth and strength of character began to shine. She graduated from Minersville High School, a milestone of which she was always proud. Cheryl’s faith guided her throughout her life, as she remained steadfastly Catholic.
Family formed the foundation of Cheryl’s life. She delighted in her role as a loving grandmother, cherishing the special bond she held with her grandson, Tyler Lengel, and her great grandson, Braxton Lengel. Cheryl is survived by her devoted daughter, Cyndi A., wife of Brian Lavar, of New Ringgold. Each member of Cheryl’s family brought her immense joy and pride, and she made deep and lasting memories with them that will be treasured always.
She will be remembered for her unwavering kindness, her loyalty to those she loved, and the warmth with which she welcomed friends and family alike. Cheryl’s life was characterized by generosity and compassion, touching all who knew her.
The family would like to thank the staff at Compassus Hospice for their care and support.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., New Ringgold, Pennsylvania. Online condolences and fond memories of Cheryl may be shared at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.
Cheryl A. Paxson’s presence in the lives of those who loved her will be deeply missed, but her memory will endure in their hearts.
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Karen E. (Leffler) Alban, 81, formerly of Port Carbon, of Pottsville, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Providence Place, Pottsville.
Born on October 20, 1944, in Pottsville, she was the daughter of the late Christian G. and Martha S. (Kriner) Leffler.
After graduating from Pottsville Area High School, Karen furthered her education at Bloomsburg University and Penn State University.
Karen dedicated 33 years to teaching kindergarten in the Pottsville Area School District, retiring in 1999, from the John S. Clarke Elementary School.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Pottsville, where she sang in the Senior Choir and the Hand Bell Choir, and served as director of the Trinity Singers. Music was one of Karen's greatest passions, and she was often sought after as a soloist, lending her voice to countless weddings over the years.
She was also a member of the Hidden Valley Ladies Golf League and PASR (Pennsylvania School Retirees). Karen loved golfing and enjoyed traveling.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, Edward C. Leffler and wife, Agnes, Christian G. Leffler Jr. and his wife, Pattsie, and nephew, Lance Leffler.
She is survived by her nephews, Edward J. Leffler and his wife, Joanne, and Brian Leffler and his wife, Victoria, her great nieces and nephews, Ashley Porter and her husband, Lyle, Angela Siminitus and her husband, Eddie, Kaitlin Leffler, Gage Leffler, Sloane Leffler, Christian Leffler and his wife, Courtney, great-great niece, Paige, and great-great nephew, Rowan, and her best friend, Twyla Bair.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM on Friday, August 28th, at the Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, 515 W. Market Street, Pottsville.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:30 PM with Reverend John Wallace, of First United Methodist Church. Interment will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First United Methodist Church, 330 W. Market St., Pottsville, or the Pottsville Area Music Endowment, Po Box 20, Pottsville, PA 17901.
Grace B Spittler, 92 of Pine Grove, PA, passed away on Monday, August 17, in Providence Place, Pine Grove.
Born in Pine Grove, she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Minnie Moyer Mutschler .
Grace was a homemaker and an excellent cook and baker who enjoyed passing those skills along to all the daughters and granddaughters. She was also a talented artist and crafter as well as growing the most beautiful flowers and sharing them with family, friends and even strangers. But her greatest joys were spending time with family, especially the grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her Husband, Donald Sam Spittler, a Daughter, Cheryl A. Sterner; 5 Sisters, Patsy S. Wolfe, Ruth Zerbe, Betty M. Frantz, Marna Gilbert, Jane Bressler; 3 Brothers, Frank Mutschler, Joseph Mutschler, and Robert Mutschler.
Surviving are a Daughter, Donna wife of Vaughn Schwalm, 2 Sons, Lynn and wife Terry Spittler, Bradley and wife Debra Spittler; 6 grandchildren Shannon, Tracy, Jamey, Jill, Kim, and Amber; many great grandchildren, one great great grandchild; and a Sister, Dorothy Hayes of Pottsville.
Services will be held in the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, at the convenience of the family with Pastor Paul Cronin officiating. Interment will be in the St. Matthew's Lutheran Cemetery, Ravine.
The family would prefer, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to either the Ruth Steinert SPCA, 18 Wertz Drive, Pine Grove, Pa. 17963 or to the Alzheimer's Disease Association, Inc, 2595 Interstate Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, Pa. 17110, in her memory.
Liza Rayadi, 85, of Tower City, passed away Wednesday morning, August 19, 2026 at the Hershey Medical Center.
Born in Sukabumi, Indonesia on Sunday, July 27, 1941, a daughter of the late Slamet Rayadi and Pipnio Gan. Liza was a graduate of Christian Jakarta High School. Following her graduation, Liza attended beauty school, becoming a licensed beautician.
She was employed by the Hershey Lodge and the Hershey Factory.
Liza enjoyed cooking, reading, and listening to music.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two siblings, Lukito and Johanes Rayadi.
She is survived by her three siblings, Maya Lantzy, Tower City, Liana Rayadi, Indonesia, and Ruslan Rayadi, Palmyra.
Following Liza's wishes, there will be no formal services.
The Dimon Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. is honored to serve Liza's family.
Thomas Rhoades, 74, of New Ringgold, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in Schuylkill Center, Pottsville. Prior to retiring, he was employed at Mobile Instruments, Maryland. Born in Abington, he was the son of the late Clarence and Mildred (Werner) Rhoades. Thomas was a member of the West Penn Township Lions Club.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 2-5pm on Saturday, August 22, at Leiby’s Restaurant, 848 W Penn Pike, Tamaqua, PA 18252. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the West Penn Township Lions Club, PO Box 230, New Ringgold, PA 17960. Arrangements are being handled by the Hartman Funeral Home, 1791 West Penn Pike, Rte. 309, New Ringgold.
He was a member of the Mahanoy City Elks Lodge No. 695, the Mahanoy City American Legion Post 74 and the Humane Fire Company #1 in Mahanoy City.
Bobby was brave, honest, strong and kind. He was a bright light in this world and a friend to all. He was proud of his hometown and did his best to support the schools, youth sports and various community organizations and events. He would always find the positive even in the darkest times.
When Bobby got his driver’s license, he immediately checked the box to be an organ donor without knowing many years down the road, that he would be the recipient of a liver and kidney from a very special person who remains unknown but is forever in our hearts. In true Bobby fashion, Gift of Life was contacted to inquire about donating his organs upon his passing; however, it was determined that his organs were not eligible for medical reasons; however, through the Lion World Vision Institute – Bobby’s final act of kindness is to restore sight to someone in need through donating his “baby browns”.
Bobby would like for all of us to continue living the way he lived – caring for and loving all.
He was the husband of Cassie (Howley) Moucheron. They were married at St. Paul’s U.C.C., Mahanoy City on August 13, 2011 and just celebrated 15 years of marriage together. In addition, Nutbutt and Grey-Grey, our feline babies will be missing their Daddy.
Bobby is survived by his sister, Cheri, wife of Rick Southcott, of Downingtown and his brother, Thomas, husband of Paula, of Mahanoy City.
He is also survived by niece/goddaughter Allison, wife of Darren Kline; nephew Eric Moucheron, fiancée Christy Evancho; niece Nicole Southcott, fiancé Justin Alcala; nephew Ricky Southcott, fiancée Alli Hergenrother and 3 great nieces/nephew, Cadence and Chason Kline and Harper Moucheron. In addition, there are numerous sisters/brothers and nieces/nephews from his wife’s side of the family that survive him.
In lieu of flowers and as we all know how Bobby loved his four-legged friends, the family would prefer contributions be made to the S.P.C.A. or another charity of your choice and will be accepted at the visitation.
A Funeral service will be held at 8:30 PM with Reverend Christopher Zelonis officiating.
Friends are invited to call 5 PM to 9 PM on Sunday, August 23rd at Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. in Mahanoy City, PA.
To honor and support Bobby’s love of sports, please wear your favorite sports apparel and keep it casual. We all know Bobby was a passionate, simple and humble guy.
Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book, view the tribute video and send sympathy cards.
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Cheryl’s early years were spent in Pottsville, where her innate warmth and strength of character began to shine. She graduated from Minersville High School, a milestone of which she was always proud. Cheryl’s faith guided her throughout her life, as she remained steadfastly Catholic.
Family formed the foundation of Cheryl’s life. She delighted in her role as a loving grandmother, cherishing the special bond she held with her grandson, Tyler Lengel, and her great grandson, Braxton Lengel. Cheryl is survived by her devoted daughter, Cyndi A., wife of Brian Lavar, of New Ringgold. Each member of Cheryl’s family brought her immense joy and pride, and she made deep and lasting memories with them that will be treasured always.
She will be remembered for her unwavering kindness, her loyalty to those she loved, and the warmth with which she welcomed friends and family alike. Cheryl’s life was characterized by generosity and compassion, touching all who knew her.
The family would like to thank the staff at Compassus Hospice for their care and support.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., New Ringgold, Pennsylvania. Online condolences and fond memories of Cheryl may be shared at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.
Cheryl A. Paxson’s presence in the lives of those who loved her will be deeply missed, but her memory will endure in their hearts.
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Born on October 20, 1944, in Pottsville, she was the daughter of the late Christian G. and Martha S. (Kriner) Leffler.
After graduating from Pottsville Area High School, Karen furthered her education at Bloomsburg University and Penn State University.
Karen dedicated 33 years to teaching kindergarten in the Pottsville Area School District, retiring in 1999, from the John S. Clarke Elementary School.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Pottsville, where she sang in the Senior Choir and the Hand Bell Choir, and served as director of the Trinity Singers. Music was one of Karen's greatest passions, and she was often sought after as a soloist, lending her voice to countless weddings over the years.
She was also a member of the Hidden Valley Ladies Golf League and PASR (Pennsylvania School Retirees). Karen loved golfing and enjoyed traveling.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, Edward C. Leffler and wife, Agnes, Christian G. Leffler Jr. and his wife, Pattsie, and nephew, Lance Leffler.
She is survived by her nephews, Edward J. Leffler and his wife, Joanne, and Brian Leffler and his wife, Victoria, her great nieces and nephews, Ashley Porter and her husband, Lyle, Angela Siminitus and her husband, Eddie, Kaitlin Leffler, Gage Leffler, Sloane Leffler, Christian Leffler and his wife, Courtney, great-great niece, Paige, and great-great nephew, Rowan, and her best friend, Twyla Bair.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM on Friday, August 28th, at the Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, 515 W. Market Street, Pottsville.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:30 PM with Reverend John Wallace, of First United Methodist Church. Interment will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First United Methodist Church, 330 W. Market St., Pottsville, or the Pottsville Area Music Endowment, Po Box 20, Pottsville, PA 17901.
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Born in Pine Grove, she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Minnie Moyer Mutschler .
Grace was a homemaker and an excellent cook and baker who enjoyed passing those skills along to all the daughters and granddaughters. She was also a talented artist and crafter as well as growing the most beautiful flowers and sharing them with family, friends and even strangers. But her greatest joys were spending time with family, especially the grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her Husband, Donald Sam Spittler, a Daughter, Cheryl A. Sterner; 5 Sisters, Patsy S. Wolfe, Ruth Zerbe, Betty M. Frantz, Marna Gilbert, Jane Bressler; 3 Brothers, Frank Mutschler, Joseph Mutschler, and Robert Mutschler.
Surviving are a Daughter, Donna wife of Vaughn Schwalm, 2 Sons, Lynn and wife Terry Spittler, Bradley and wife Debra Spittler; 6 grandchildren Shannon, Tracy, Jamey, Jill, Kim, and Amber; many great grandchildren, one great great grandchild; and a Sister, Dorothy Hayes of Pottsville.
Services will be held in the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, at the convenience of the family with Pastor Paul Cronin officiating. Interment will be in the St. Matthew's Lutheran Cemetery, Ravine.
The family would prefer, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to either the Ruth Steinert SPCA, 18 Wertz Drive, Pine Grove, Pa. 17963 or to the Alzheimer's Disease Association, Inc, 2595 Interstate Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, Pa. 17110, in her memory.
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Born in Sukabumi, Indonesia on Sunday, July 27, 1941, a daughter of the late Slamet Rayadi and Pipnio Gan. Liza was a graduate of Christian Jakarta High School. Following her graduation, Liza attended beauty school, becoming a licensed beautician.
She was employed by the Hershey Lodge and the Hershey Factory.
Liza enjoyed cooking, reading, and listening to music.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two siblings, Lukito and Johanes Rayadi.
She is survived by her three siblings, Maya Lantzy, Tower City, Liana Rayadi, Indonesia, and Ruslan Rayadi, Palmyra.
Following Liza's wishes, there will be no formal services.
The Dimon Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. is honored to serve Liza's family.
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He was also preceded in death by his longtime partner, Paul H. May, sister, Betty Ann “Bette” Arnott, and a brother, John.
Surviving are son, Jason and his wife, Bethany; daughter, Amber, wife of Paul Groesbeck; brother, Ernest; two sisters, Patricia Hurst and Doris Hutchinson; three grandchildren, Jude, Eli and Asher; and nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 2-5pm on Saturday, August 22, at Leiby’s Restaurant, 848 W Penn Pike, Tamaqua, PA 18252. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the West Penn Township Lions Club, PO Box 230, New Ringgold, PA 17960. Arrangements are being handled by the Hartman Funeral Home, 1791 West Penn Pike, Rte. 309, New Ringgold.
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