Skook News Obituaries: September 5th, 2026
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Lucille leaves behind her daughter, Elizabeth (Lopresto) Confer and her husband, Bruce O. Confer. She was the proud "nana" of two granddaughters who survive her, Marlo (Confer) Spilker, wife of Brock Spilker, and Laine O Confer, partner of Collin Potter. Lucille is also survived by two beautiful, great granddaughters, Arliss Elizabeth Spilker and Thea Frances Spilker, who loved their "nanny" very much. Lucille is also survived by siblings, Joann Pretti, James M Coppola Jr., and Christine Thomas as well as sisters-in-law Joanna Seckella and Marie Damian (Frank) and brother-in-law Charles Lopresto plus many nieces and nephews.Lucille was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, “nanny", and friend to many..
From an early age, Lucille's dedicated heart and soul were evident in the way she cared for her family, beginning with her younger siblings or later with her own children and grandchildren. She was a proud woman who enjoyed sharing her family’s accomplishments and joys with everyone and anyone.Lucille spent time engaging in all of the activities that she enjoyed. Most of her free summer moments were reserved for time at the Bungalow pool, often with her granddaughters, sporting that Bungalow tan by the end of each summer. Lucille was an avid reader, always looking for her next romance novel to enjoy.
While she worked hard, she also appreciated the opportunity to relax; sharing the advice with her family to always take time after a long day to, "sit in the chair for a few minutes".It could also be said that you'd never leave Lucille's house hungry. She relished in making meals, snacks, or just a simple "coffee and cake". Her meatballs were unmatched, ruining that dish for anyone who ate it elsewhere after trying hers. Everything Lucille did was in style. Her closet was always updated and she enjoyed dressing for any occasion, especially for her Saturday nights out dancing with Guido.
As a grandmother and great-grandmother, Lucille shined. She loved her girls and prioritized any opportunities to have sleepovers, shop, go to dinner, or just slowing down to play cards and have tea parties. Lucille valued family, ensuring that as major life changes occurred, she was there - making the trip, attending the event, learning something new. Additionally, Lucille was dedicated to her faith. As a life-long Catholic she was a member of St. Jerome’s Parish, and currently of St John XIII, Tamaqua. Lucille was also a member of the first graduating class of the formal Marian Catholic High School in 1958.
Lucille brought a bright and unique light to this world that was seen in her beautiful eyes. She will be deeply missed.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
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.
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Preston Wallace, Jr. of St. Clair, passed away September 4, 2026. Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Charlotte Jane Klinger, 76, of Pine Grove, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Providence Place, Pine Grove.
Born on May 13, 1950 in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Irene Sullivan Spancake.
She was a 1968 graduate of Pine Grove Area High School.
Charlotte owned and operated her own Beauty Salon.
She was a member of St. Paul's UCC, Pine Grove.
Charlotte and her husband enjoyed going on vacation and cruises.
Preceding her in death were her husband of 54 years, Luther L. Klinger; three brothers, Arthur Spancake, Jr., Rodney Spancake and Harold Spancake.
Surviving are two daughters, Melinda and husband Cory Shollenberger of Pine Grove, Valerie Floyd of Lancaster; four grandchildren, Cameron Shollenberger, Kira Shollenberger, Amber Floyd and Bailey Floyd; two sisters, Donna Moyer of Pine Grove, Annette Brown of Pine Grove; nieces and nephews.
Per Charlotte's request, there will be no services.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc. Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements
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Courtney Joseph “CJ” Davidson, 38, Shenandoah, passed Monday August 17, 2026 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville after a short illness
Born in Pottsville, April 30, 1988, He was a son of Keith Davidson and the late Catherine (Schultz) Davidson.
CJ worked at many area warehouses. He loved Video Games, Traveling , Concerts spending time with family, cars computers and Big Bird.
In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by Grandparents
Surviving are fiance Selena Weikel of Shenandoah, brother Keith Davidson of Clearfield, brother Nathan Rhine of Reading; Aunts, Uncles. Nieces and Nephews
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to defray funeral costs to https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-cj-and-tanyas-sister.
Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements.
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Charlotte Jane Klinger, 76, of Pine Grove, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Providence Place, Pine Grove.
Born on May 13, 1950 in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Irene Sullivan Spancake.
She was a 1968 graduate of Pine Grove Area High School.
Charlotte owned and operated her own Beauty Salon.
She was a member of St. Paul's UCC, Pine Grove.
Charlotte and her husband enjoyed going on vacation and cruises.
Preceding her in death were her husband of 54 years, Luther L. Klinger; three brothers, Arthur Spancake, Jr., Rodney Spancake and Harold Spancake.
Surviving are two daughters, Melinda and husband Cory Shollenberger of Pine Grove, Valerie Floyd of Lancaster; four grandchildren, Cameron Shollenberger, Kira Shollenberger, Amber Floyd and Bailey Floyd; two sisters, Donna Moyer of Pine Grove, Annette Brown of Pine Grove; nieces and nephews.
Per Charlotte's request, there will be no services.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc. Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements
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Born in Pottsville, April 30, 1988, He was a son of Keith Davidson and the late Catherine (Schultz) Davidson.
CJ worked at many area warehouses. He loved Video Games, Traveling , Concerts spending time with family, cars computers and Big Bird.
In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by Grandparents
Surviving are fiance Selena Weikel of Shenandoah, brother Keith Davidson of Clearfield, brother Nathan Rhine of Reading; Aunts, Uncles. Nieces and Nephews
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to defray funeral costs to https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-cj-and-tanyas-sister.
Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements.
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