Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 15, 2026
Today's Schuylkill County obituaries remember Anne Mary Wojciechowsky, John Robert Kesh, Diane Marie Barr, Jason Hauze, Tina Ennis, Jan L. Moser and Richard D. “Rick” Eisenhower.
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Anne Mary Wojciechowsky
Anne Mary Wojciechowsky, 78, of Pottsville, passed away , at Lehigh Valley Hospital–East.
Born in Pottsville on , Anne was a daughter of the late Francis and Anna Margaret (Hogan) Ritzel.
Married for 58 years, Anne was the loving wife of Anthony “Tony” Wojciechowsky.
Anne was a graduate of Nativity BVM High School, Class of 1965. She was a member of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church in Pottsville.
Anne's main vocation in life was taking care of family, starting with her own parents and then her family and grandchildren. Through it all, she remained an “Eastsider” for life.
In addition to her husband, Anne is survived by her children, Richard F. Wojciechowsky, husband of Heather, Pottsville; Amy Kelly, wife of Brian, Lititz; and Chad W. Wojciechowsky, husband of Stephanie, Pottsville; and her grandchildren, Anthony, Anya, Matthew, Nathan, Benjamin, Jackson and Vincent.
Anne was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Claudia Wojciechowsky, and her uncle, Charles Hogan.
Funeral Arrangements
A graveside service will be held at , at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville.
Memorial Contributions
At the family's request, memorial donations may be made to the Pottsville Free Public Library, 215 W. Market Street, Pottsville, PA 17901, or Hillside SPCA, P.O. Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901.
Lord Ebling Haus Funeral Home and Crematory, Pottsville, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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John Robert Kesh
John Robert Kesh, 75, of Hazleton, passed away on , following a short, hard-fought battle with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma linked to Agent Orange exposure. He passed away at The Manor at St. Luke Village in Hazleton.
John was born in Locustdale on , a son of the late Rita (Wagner) Kesh.
During the Vietnam Era, John served in the United States Army as a Specialist Fourth Class. He received the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Marksman M-16, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Army Achievement Medal and Army Commendation Medal.
He worked at Tobyhanna Army Depot as a welder until his retirement.
John is survived by his loving wife, Barbara (Chesla) Kesh; two daughters, Tara Kesh and Krista Kesh; his sister-in-law, Frani Pisak of South Carolina; and his two granddogs, Hamlet and Betty Rose.
Funeral Arrangements
A funeral service will be held at , at Walukiewicz Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 South Jardin Street, Shenandoah. Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing at the funeral home from to
John will be laid to rest with military honors at St. Casimir's Cemetery in Shenandoah immediately following the funeral service.
Walukiewicz Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, Shenandoah, is honored to serve the Kesh family with arrangements.
Diane Marie Barr
Diane Marie Barr, 78, of Vaux Avenue, Tremont, passed away at home on .
Born on , in Pine Grove, she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Marguerite “Maggie” Aungst Zimmerman.
She was a member of Outwood Lutheran Church in Pine Grove.
Diane had worked for Guilford Mills in Pine Grove, Home Health and the Tremont Health & Rehab Center.
She loved playing bingo with her Bingo Buddies, crocheting and animals.
Surviving are her husband of 50 years, Roger Barr; three children, Chris and husband Robert Argood of Tremont, Ronda Humphrey and companion Joseph Marko of Pine Grove, and Troy Kramer of Tremont; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two stepchildren, Tanya Barr of Tremont and Shawn Barr of Minersville; six stepgrandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers, Doreen and husband Michael Derfler of Pine Grove, Deborah Burns of Denver, Russell Sr. and wife Jane Zimmerman of Pine Grove, Ricky and wife Phyllis Zimmerman of Pine Grove, and Robert and husband Ann Zimmerman of Pine Grove; and nieces and nephews.
Funeral Arrangements
Funeral services will be held at , at H. L. Snyder Funeral Home Inc. in Pine Grove, with Pastor Barry Spatz officiating. A viewing will be held at the funeral home from to Interment will follow in Jacob's Lutheran Cemetery in Pine Grove.
Memorial Contributions
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to the Outwood Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, c/o Henry Snyder, Treasurer, 706 Oak Grove Road, Pine Grove, PA 17963, or the Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA, 18 Wertz Drive, Pine Grove, PA 17963, in her memory.
Jason Hauze
Jason Hauze, 51, of East Main Street, Ringtown, passed away at his residence on .
Born in Pottsville on , he was a son of Diane (Koncsler) Hauze of Ringtown and the late Franklin Hauze.
He attended North Schuylkill High School and was employed as an escort driver for Stauffer Trucking of Ringtown until his retirement.
Survivors
In addition to his mother, Jason is survived by his sisters, April Blackwell and companion Bob Sekula, and Ranee Hauze and companion John Dunlap; his brothers, Franklin Hauze Jr. and companion Kerri Barnes, and Chad Hauze and companion Karina Hartz; his companion, Terri Bachman; nieces and nephews, Dominic Blackwell, Mariah Blackwell, Tanner Snyder and Billy Williams; great-nieces and great-nephews, Alexander Abuto, Braxton Roussey, Sakura Blackwell and Grayson Roussey; and many friends.
Celebration of Life
Friends and relatives are invited to attend a celebration of Jason’s life at , at Aurand Memorial United Methodist Church on Main Street in Ringtown. The Rev. Julian Milewski, pastor, will officiate. Visitation with family and friends will begin at at the church.
Condolences may be left through the Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home website. Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Ashland, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Tina Ennis
Tina Ennis, 70, of Centre Street, Ashland, passed away on , at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hazleton.
Condolences may be left through the Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home website. Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Jan L. Moser
Jan L. Moser, 62, of Catherine Street, Fountain Springs, Ashland, passed away at his residence on .
Condolences may be left through the Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home website. Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Richard D. “Rick” Eisenhower
Richard D. “Rick” Eisenhower, 72, of Pottsville, passed away on , at Lehigh Valley Hospital–East Campus in Pottsville.
Born in Pottsville on , Rick was a son of the late Harry and Emily (Searle) Eisenhower.
Rick graduated from Minersville Area High School, Class of 1971. He played the trumpet in the band and was frequently pulled out of class to play Taps for funeral services and Memorial Day services.
He was a member of Zion Lutheran in Minersville.
Married for 36 years, Rick was the loving and devoted husband of Patricia “Trish” (Brennan) Eisenhower, the love of his life. Rick and Trish were truly inseparable and cherished the life they built together. Whether sailing, riding motorcycles, antiquing or traveling, his happiest moments were those spent by her side. Rick was a wonderful man whose warmth, kindness and genuine spirit touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Working in the parts department, Rick was employed by Miller’s Chevrolet for 15 years and Bob Weaver Chevrolet for two years. He retired after 30 years from Denney Electric, where he provided counter help and skilled electrical advice.
Rick was a member of the Free & Accepted Masons, Cressona Lodge No. 222, where he had served as past worshipful master, and was an honorary member of the Pennsylvania Sheriffs’ Association. He served in the Coast Guard Auxiliary and was also a member of the Harley Owners Group.
A man of many interests, Rick enjoyed sharing his musical talents by playing guitar and piano with “Good Life.” He was also an avid hiker who found great pleasure in being outdoors.
In addition to his wife, Rick is survived by his beloved dog, Patches, and loving nieces and nephews and their families.
He was preceded in death by his siblings, Henry Eisenhower and Shirley Schaeffer.
Funeral Arrangements
A celebration of life funeral service will be held at , at Lord Ebling Haus Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. in Pottsville, with the Rev. Robert Wallace officiating.
A viewing for family and friends will be held at the funeral home from to , and from until the service begins on Monday.
Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park in Schuylkill Haven.
Memorial Contributions
At the family’s request, memorial donations may be made to Ruth Steinert, P.O. Box 332, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972, or the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001.
Lord Ebling Haus Funeral Home and Crematory, Pottsville, has been entrusted with the arrangements.