Skook News Obituaries: August 7th, 2026
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Born on August 8, 2013 in Allentown, he was the loving son of Jeffrey and Jennifer Berger Stump of Pine Grove.
Brian would have been a 7th grader at Pine Grove Area Middle School this year. He played soccer for the Pine Grove Area Youth Soccer Association, was in Jr. County Band and was inducted into the Jr. National Honor Society. He loved anything with sports, especially soccer and baseball and animals, especially cats.
He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Friedensburg where he sang in the church choir.
Surviving, in addition to his parents, are paternal grandparents, Randy and Susan Stump, maternal grandparents, Henry and Joan Berger; uncle Mark and wife AunKei Stump; two cousins, Chloe and Zoe Stump; great grandmother, Irene Stump; two great aunts, Anna Berger and Lori Fenstemacher, as well as many friends.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11:30 A.M. at St. John's Lutheran Church, 24 Church Rd., Friedensburg with Pastors Matt Carpenter and Kyle Roth officiating. There will be a viewing on Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 9:00 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. at the Church. Interment will follow in St. John's Union Cemetery, Friedensburg.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to either the Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA, 18 Wertz Dr., Pine Grove, PA 17963 or St. John's Lutheran Church, c/o Walter Stump, 1090 Deturksville Rd., Pine Grove, PA 17963 in his memory.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements.
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Daniel was born in Pottsville on April 23, 1959, son of the late Thomas J. and Myrtle E. (Kohler) Drobnick. For 47 years, he was married to the love of his life, whom he affectionately referred to as "Binkie". Dan showed his love for her by planning scavenger hunts on their anniversary, leaving small notes for her to see when she got up in the morning, or just calling to check in when he was on a welding job.
He graduated from Blue Mountain High School and found his life's calling as a certified welder. He started his career at Blue Ray and then worked at Dana Corporation for many years. After Dana Corporation closed, Dan worked at various other companies before reaching his goal of working for himself. He did a variety of large and small jobs around the county and beyond; anything from fixing a railing to welding the windows at St. Luke's Hospital in Orwigsburg. Dan was also the track welder for Big Diamond and Evergreen Raceways.
Dan had a great sense of humor, joking and laughing with people everywhere he went, especially when he was at breakfast with his brother, Randy, at the Country Squire. He was a proud member of the NRA. Each year, he loved renting a boat and going crabbing and clamming with his family at Rehoboth Beach. It reminded him of the childhood trips he used to take with his dad and family. He enjoyed going to Knoebels to ride the train and Ferris wheel, drive the antique cars, and collect the rings from the Merry-Go-Round.
Dan cherished the title of Pappy from his "bud," his granddaughter Alivia. He took her on his welding jobs where she acted as his secretary. They enjoyed going to the races, rodeo, demolition derby, having a Turkey Hill hot dog together, watching Shrek and The Three Stooges, and going on motorcycle rides. He cherished teaching her things like how to drive and all he knew about the world and God.
Daniel had such a strong faith in Jesus. Every day of his life, he tried to spread the word and love of God. He was unselfish with his time and talent and tried to help as many people as he could. He didn't look for anything in return, he did what he thought was right.
He is survived by a daughter, Rachael, a son, Adam, and a granddaughter, Alivia; sister Eileen Thompson, wife of David; brothers John, husband of Sharon; Randy, husband of Judy; Kyle, husband of Loretta; and sister-in-law Carol Rizzardi. Daniel was preceded in death by his brothers David and John and brother-in-law Max Rizzardi.
In lieu of flowers, do something good in the world or make a memorial contribution to the Hillside SPCA, Po Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901.
A Celebration of Life with visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 12th from 6-8 pm at Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Orwigsburg.
Interment with graveside service will be on Thursday, August 13th at noon at St. John's UCC Cemetery in Auburn. If you'd like, wear your best black and pink color combination.
He is standing on the beach, watching the waves with Jesus' arm on his shoulder. Over and out, from Dan the Weldin' Man.
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Kathy was dedicated to caring for others as a registered nurse, serving the community through her work in the maternity department at Coaldale Hospital. She later dedicated 18 years as a lunch coordinator at St. Jerome Regional School until she retired. She touched countless lives with her compassion, professionalism, and gentle spirit. In her free time, Kathy enjoyed reading thriller novels, making crafts, watching television and movies, spending time with family, and going on little adventures with her daughter, Molly, to the drive-in, concerts, plays, or events in other cities. She also was an excellent cook, frequently trying out new delicious recipes. She additionally loved spending time with her little shadow, her 17 year old cockapoo, Shamrock.
Above all, Kathy’s greatest joy was her family. She had a strong and unwavering love for her husband and daughters, and she treasured the years she was able to devote herself to her family as a homemaker. Caring for the people she loved was at the heart of who Kathy was, and her home and family were always her greatest priorities. She is survived by her loving husband, James Carnish, with whom she shared 41 years of marriage. She also leaves behind her daughters, Dr. Erin R. Carnish and her husband, Sean Bernard, of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and Molly K. Carnish and her partner, Jonathan Hickey, of Tamaqua. Kathy was a proud grandmother to Colin Bernard and Patrick Bernard, who brought her immense joy.
Kathy will be remembered for her caring heart, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. Her kindness and compassion extended beyond her profession and into every aspect of her life. Whether caring for others as a nurse, creating a loving home for her family, or simply being there for the people she loved, Kathy gave of herself wholeheartedly. She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and family that will live on in those who knew her.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 1:30 pm at St. John XXIII, 307 Pine Street, Tamaqua PA 18252. A visitation will be held Thursday from 12-1 pm in the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, 655 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA.
Interment will follow at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery, Summit Hill.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jerome Regional School or the St. Jude Foundation in Kathy’s memory.
She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all whose lives she touched.
Arrangements are entrusted to E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
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She was born December 20, 1930, in St. Clair, a daughter of the late Stephen A. and Mary Oler Pingor
She was a graduate of the former St. Clair High School, the former Pottsville Hospital School of Nursing and Bloomsburg University.
Joan devoted her career to nursing, dedicating decades to the well-being of children she served. Before retiring, she worked at the former Pottsville Hospital and the Warne Clinic, as the head nurse of pediatrics. Later in her career Joan continued her calling as a school nurse for the St. Clair Area School District. In that role she became a trusted and caring presence for lives of generations of students.
Joan was a member of St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville, the former Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, St. Clair, St. Clair Area Teachers Association, PSER, Pottsville Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association, Bloomsburg University Alumni Association, American Red Cross Blood Bank, the former Schuylkill Health Ladies Auxiliary, St. Clair Community Historical Society, the former Pottsville Club and its Ladies Auxiliary.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen E. Urenko in 2007; 2 sisters, Kathleen A. Moll and Dorothy M. Russek
Surviving are nieces, nephews, and cousins
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11AM Wednesday, at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville. Family and friends are invited to attend a viewing from 10:00 a.m. until the time of mass. Interment will be at the convenience of the family at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions in memory of Joan be made to: Pottsville Free Public Library 215 W. Market St., Pottsville, PA 17901 or American Red Cross 256 North Sherman Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.
Arrangements are under the care of James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, James B. Humphrey, F.D. Pottsville.
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He was born June 1, 1931 in Pottsville a son of the late Charles F. and Sadie Spangenberg Schneider.
He was a 1949 graduate of Pottsville High School and a member of the 1948-1949 State Championship gymnastics team.
He entered the U.S. Air Force Jun 15, 1949 and graduate from radio repairmen's technical training school. He rose to the rank of Sergeant during the Korean War and was honorably discharged December 4, 1952.
Al worked for the Pottsville Parking Authority for 33 years, retiring as a supervisor of maintenance and operations. Prior to the parking authority, he worked for Ost & Ost, Inc., Moyer Electronics, and as an independent radio, TV, and automatic parking device repairman.
Al was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Pottsville, a life member of the former Humane Fire Co. now Pottsville Fire Co. #1, a member of the Walter Griffiths AMVET Post #180, TPA, American Legion, Phillip & Jones Rod and Reel, Bear Creek Fishing Club.
He was preceded in death by his wife Virginia Griffiths Schneider on Dec 1, 2008; 3 brothers, Charles, William, and John Schneider; a sister, Dorothy Gardner.
Surviving are 3 children, Albert D. Schneider and his wife Brenda, Paxinos; Susan E. Morgan, and her husband David, Schuylkill Haven; Mark D. Schneider and his wife Tracy, New Ringgold; grandchildren, Michelle Sanders; Brad Schneider and his wife Trish; Albert D. Schneider, Jr and his wife Maureen; Ryan Morgan and his wife Elizabeth; Brianne Barket and her husband Zach; great-grandchildren, Makayla, Mia, Sadie, Albert III, Alice, Evie, Lainey, Hayden, Autumn and Theodore; nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 11AM from Trinity Lutheran Church, Pottsville, with Rev. Chris Rothharpt officiating. Family and friends are invited to a viewing from 9AM until the time of service. Interment with military honors will be held at the convenience of the family at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions in memory of Al be made to Pottsville Fire Co. #1, 200 Humane Ave, Pottsville, PA 17901.
Arrangements are under the care of James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, James B. Humphrey, F.D., Pottsville.
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