Skook News Obituaries: August 9th, 2026
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Stella was born in Pottsville, Pa. on January 30, 1946, a daughter of the late Stella (Osinski) and John Pecovich
. She was a graduate of Cass Township High School Class of 1963
Stella enjoyed her trips to the casino's and playing cards with family and friends.
In addition to her parent’s, she was preceded in death by a son, John Chistakoff, brother, Stephen Pecovich, and former husband, Leonard Chistakoff.
Stella is survived by a daughter, Tonya, wife of Leo Yob, two sons Leonard Chistakoff, and Scott, husband of Bridget Chistakoff She is also survived by her grandchildren Brandon, Cody, Ashley, Scott (Lisa) Chistakoff, Levi Purcell, David Chistakoff, Jordan and Ava Yob and numerous great grandchildren.
All are respectfully invited to attend a Visitation 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, August 21st at Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc. in Minersville.
Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville entrusted with the arrangements.
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Born in Louisville, KY on August 7, 1937, she was a daughter of the late Augusta and Mary (Welch) Denneler.
Married 68 years, Jean was the loving wife of George F. Blum.
She was a member of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville.
She managed Jean B.'s Ice Cream and Miniature Golf, Pottsville.
Jean played an integral role in the daily operations of Blum’s Auction. She took great pride in caring for the antiques, ensuring they were always clean and well cared for, with special attention given to the jewelry.
In addition to her husband, Jean is survived by three children: Georgine Wapinsky, wife of Robert Jr., of Florida, Thomas Blum, of Philadelphia, & Joseph Blum, of Pottsville; 9 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Jean was preceded in death by her son, Dennis M. Blum and sister, Doris Shade.
Services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jean’s name may be made to Hillside SPCA PO Box 233 Pottsville, PA 17901.
Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven has been entrusted with arrangements.
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Born in Boyertown on November 19, 1934, he was a son of the late Farel Y. Becker, Sr. and Bernice Nettie (Grant) Becker.
Married 71 years, Butch was the loving husband of Dolores (Karlesky) Becker.
He was a member of Covenant United Methodist Church, Schuylkill Haven. He served on the Church Board of Trustees and was Sunday School Superintendent for 50 years.
Butch served as President and co-owned and co-operated Becker Bros. Toyota, with his brother, Patrick.
Butch was a past South Manheim Township Supervisor, served on the Child Evangelism Board, Board Member of the former Schuylkill Haven Trust Bank, and belonged to the Studebaker Club of America.
In his spare time he loved to play games with his family, garden, hunt, fish and wood working.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his children: Deborah Reager (David), Pottsville, Farel Becker III (Cynthia), Freemont, CA, Frank Becker (Suzanne), Severn, MD, & Doreen Becker (Mary Joy), Pleasantville, NY; grandchildren Sean Reager (Megan), Neal Reager (Melissa), Jamin Becker (Corey) , Reilly Becker, Jacob Becker (Erin), MaryAnn Hazzard (Mark), & Grant Becker; 12 great-grandchildren; siblings: Patrick Becker, Lancaster, James Becker (Beryl), Lancaster, Ruth Fenninger, Ephrata, Herb Becker, Mohrsville, & David Becker (Marie), Kokomo, IN; and numerous nieces & nephews.
Butch was preceded in death by his grandson, Thomas J. G. Becker, sister, Joanne L. Jelliff; sisters-in-law, Jane, & Colleen Becker; and brother-in-law, John Fenninger.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 AM on Friday, August 14th at Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven with Rev. Jim Hoffman officiating. A viewing will be held from 9:30 AM until time of services. Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Covenant United Methodist Church, 215 E. Main Street Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 or Child Evangelism Fellowship of Schuylkill County, PO Box 486, Minersville, PA 17954.
Geschwindt Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven has been entrusted with arrangements.
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Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service which will be held at the Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, 515 West Market Street, Pottsville, at 11 AM on Thursday, August 13th, 2026.
A viewing will be held from 10-11 AM prior to the service at the funeral home.
Robert will be laid to rest immediately following the service.
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