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Dr. Paul William Miller, 70, of Pottsville
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Dr. Paul William Miller, 70, of Pottsville, passed away Monday, October 26th, at home, surrounded by his family.
Paul was born in Pottsville on November 15, 1955, a son of the late Joy Lois (Schultz) Tomaino and William B. Miller.
He was a 1973 graduate of Pottsville High School and earned a B.A. in Music (Percussion Performance) from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, along with M.M. and D.M.A. degrees in Music Composition from Temple University, Philadelphia.
Active as a teacher, composer and performer, Paul was a practicing musician (piano and drums) whose professional career spanned over 50 years and two continents.
He studied drums with Robert J. Williams and Joe Morello; piano with John Valerio, Peter Geisselbrecht and Gary Nesteruk; and music composition with Daniel J. Perlongo (Professor of Music Composition at IUP), Clifford Taylor (Professor of Music Composition at Temple University), Bojidar Dimov (Professor of New Music and Composition at the Rheinischen Musikschule in Köln, Germany), and toured with the Charlie Spivak Orchestra.
Miller's works as a composer, which included piano music, chamber music, music for orchestra, music for mixed ensembles, works in the jazz idiom, choral works, songs, and music for band, have been heard in leading venues in the United States, Germany, and the Czech Republic.
His Sonata for Cello and Piano won First Prize in the College Music Society European Composition Competition and was also awarded the Dr. John Henry Heller Prize for music composition at Temple University.
His works have been performed and/or recorded by Ted Rosenthal, Marylene Dosse, Dick Oatts, Scott Colley, Terry Clark, John Swana, Ron Stabinsky, Riverside String Quartet, Gabriel Chamber Ensemble, members of the Bonn (Germany) Opera Orchestra, Lehigh Valley Chamber Orchestra, Schuylkill Symphony Orchestra, and the Pottsville Area High School Band, among others.
Miller's work was showcased in his two-act opera — A Coal Region Opera — (composed in 1991), which was performed as the centerpiece of American Music Week in Bonn, Germany, in November 1993. This production was awarded financial support by both the German government and the United States Department of State. This funding supported the show's tour of Germany and the Czech Republic.
A concert version of A Coal Region Opera was performed at Carnegie Recital Hall in Manhattan in May 1994.
Miller taught at Temple University in Philadelphia (1985–1989), Overbrook High School in Philadelphia (1986), New School University in Manhattan (1999–2002), Phillipps University of Marburg in Marburg, Germany (1996), and since 2005, he had been teaching at the Institut für Musikwissenschaft und Musikpaedagogik at Justus Liebig University in Giessen, Germany.
From 1989 until his retirement in 2017, Miller was Assistant Professor of Music and Humanities at The Pennsylvania State University Schuylkill Campus.
But above all else, Paul was the most amazing father to his beloved daughter, Clara Miller, and the best brother to his sister, Jill Salmon, wife of John, all of Pottsville. Paul is also survived by his nephew, Benjamin Mincavage, husband of Amanda, St. Clair, his great-niece, Haley Clanton, Port Carbon, and several cousins.
The family prefers remembrances in the form of contributions made payable to PAHS Band and mailed to Pottsville Area High School, Attn: Katelyn Reichard, 1600 Elk Ave, Pottsville, PA 17901. Please put Paul's name in the memo line.
A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Lord Ebling Haus Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Pottsville, has been entrusted with arrangements.
Donald J. “Don” Spevak, 72, of Sheppton
Donald J. "Don" Spevak, of Sheppton, passed away suddenly on October 23, 2026.
Born June 21, 1954, to Frank I. and Ann (Braskie) Spevak, Don was always happiest when he had something to work on. He was married to his wife, Maryann, for 44 years before her passing in 2021. Together, they traveled the country, raised two children, purchased D&L Communications, Inc., built a home, and made plenty of memories along the way.
Don loved to take things apart and, usually, put them back together. His garage told the story: parts, pieces, and projects everywhere, each with its own place and purpose, at least according to Don. There was always something he was fixing, building, improving, or tinkering with.
And those skills weren't reserved for his own projects. Whether it was using his crane truck to help move a roof, fixing a truck with a friend, or tackling whatever else needed to be done, there wasn't much Don wouldn't take on when someone needed a hand. If he could help, he would.
He brought that same hands-on approach to D&L Communications, teaching his son, Donald Jr. "Donny," the ins and outs of the business before Donny eventually took it over. D&L remains a family affair with his daughter, Christine, helping to run the business alongside her brother.
Don and Christine shared a love of ATVs and spending time in the woods. When the grandchildren came along, he made sure he was the first to get them on "quads." He enjoyed helping his grandsons build things and passing along some of his know-how, while his granddaughters brought out a gentler side of Pop Pop. There was never much question about the soft spot he had for his grandchildren.
His memory will be kept alive by his faithful sidekick, Charley; daughter Christine Budgeon; son Donald Jr. and Don's "favorite daughter-in-law," April; grandchildren Hunter, Christopher, Emma, and Juliana; sister Linda Snyder and husband Pete; and brothers Ron and Ray. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; and companion, Alisa Ziolko.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Maryann; his parents, Frank I. and Ann; brother, Frank J.; and niece, Samantha.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 2, at Harman Funeral Homes & Crematory Inc. (East), 669 West Butler Drive, Drums, PA 18222. Family and friends may gather beginning at 10 a.m., with a memorial service to follow.
Memorial donations may be made to the Mahanoy City American Legion, Post 74, 110 East Center Street, Mahanoy City, PA 17948.
Gloria E. Dolzani, 78, of Pottsville
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Gloria E. Dolzani, 78, of Pottsville, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family Sunday evening at Schuylkill Center, Pottsville.
She was born January 15, 1948, in Pottsville, a daughter of the late Charles and Veronica Holley Dolzani.
She was a 1965 graduate of Nativity BVM High School, Pottsville.
Prior to retiring, Gloria worked for a local garment factory and was self-employed cleaning homes.
Gloria was a member of St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church and the former Mary Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church, both of Pottsville.
Gloria will be remembered for the joy she brought to everyday life. She loved baking, dancing, and laughing at Snapchat filters. These were among the many things that brought her happiness and reflected her lively, warm personality.
Those who knew Gloria will remember a woman who found delight in simple pleasures and in sharing smiles with others. Her presence will be dearly missed, and her memory will be held with love by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lisa Marie Laundry, and her ex-husband, William Laundry.
Surviving are her children, William Laundry, St. Clair; Denise Hernandez and her husband Roberto, Pottsville; Christopher Laundry and his husband Colin, Wilkes Barre; Michele McKeon, Pottsville; seven grandchildren, Cody Vidal, Sabrina Taft and her husband Cody, William Laundry, Christopher Laundry, Olivia Hernandez and her boyfriend Brendan, Sophia Hernandez, Jaxson Royal; two great-grandchildren, Addisyn and Dawson Taft; a sister, Rosalie Bowers, Minersville; nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 2nd, at the James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville. Family and friends are invited to a viewing from 9 a.m. until the time of services. Interment will follow services at Calvary Cemetery, Pottsville.
The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions in memory of Gloria be made to Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville, PA 17901.
Miriam “Mim” Greblick, 87, of Frackville
Miriam "Mim" Greblick, 87, of Frackville passed away peacefully Sunday, October 25th at Shenandoah Senior Living Community surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 7, 1939, in Ashland, Pennsylvania, Mim was a devoted, lifelong resident of Frackville and a faithful member of the First United Methodist Church of Frackville. She was the daughter of the late Ruth (Hinkel) and Robert Buchspics and was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lawrence “Larry” Greblick, on March 1, 2026.
Miriam married the love of her life, Larry, on March 3, 1962. Together, they built a life centered on family, community, and unconditional devotion to each other.
A proud 1957 graduate of Frackville High School, Mim was a familiar and warm face throughout her community. Over the years, she worked at Home Savings & Loan, Metropolitan Mirror & Glass Company, E A Quirin Machine Shop, and CR’s Convenience Store.
Alongside her husband, she was also the co-owner of Larry’s Sport Shop on Lehigh Avenue, which they successfully owned and operated for nearly six decades starting in 1963. Mim remained hard at work in her community until her health began to decline ten years ago.
Mim’s love for her community was especially evident in her unwavering support of local youth and sports. She found immense joy in attending and volunteering at North Schuylkill High School athletic events.
A dedicated member of the NS Football Halftime Club for many years—long after her own children had participated—she was always in the stands with Larry and her dear friends, proudly cheering on the North Schuylkill Spartans.
Above all else, family was the heart of Mim’s life. She is survived by her four children: Michelle Chandler and her husband Douglas of Huntington, VT; Gary Greblick and his wife Stacy of Orwigsburg; Brian Greblick and his wife Christine of Lavelle; and Matthew Greblick of Huntington, VT.
She was the proud grandmother of seven: Jay Chandler, Jordynn Brisbin, Courtney Noecker, Trevor Greblick, Sarah Greblick, Luke Greblick, and Olivia Greblick; and a cherished great-grandmother to Ivy Brisbin.
Mim is also survived by her brother, Lewis Buchspics and his wife Grace; her sister, Dorothy Phillips and her husband James; her sister-in-law, Joanne Semanchick and her husband Gene; as well as many loving nieces, a great-niece, extended family members, and dear friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, 501 West Washington Street, Frackville. The service will begin at noon. Graveside services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Miriam’s honor to the South End Field & Stream Association, 102 Morea Road, Frackville, PA 17931.
Sign the guestbook, leave personal condolences and find further information at www.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com.
Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of the arrangements.
Fred A. Lindenmuth Jr., 95, of Ashland
Fred A. Lindenmuth, Jr., 95, of Ashland, passed away on October 27, 2026, at Edenbrook of Green Hill, Pottsville, PA.
Born in Ashland, he was the son of the late Fred A. Lindenmuth, Sr., and the late Mary (Levan) Lindenmuth. Fred was a graduate of Ashland High School.
He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. Fred was a machine operator for Lindenmuth Sawmill of Taylorsville, PA, and enjoyed woodworking.
Fred was often seen walking the town of Ashland and was known by many.
He is survived by one son, Scott A., husband of Mary Jane Lindenmuth, Ashland, PA; one daughter, Joann Lindenmuth, Selinsgrove, PA; two grandsons, Brett, husband of Tammara Lindenmuth, and John Lindenmuth with his fiancé Alexis; and three great-grandchildren, Madelyn, Oliver and Meadow Lindenmuth.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, 48 N. Broad Mountain Ave., Frackville.
A viewing will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Brock Cemetery, Ashland.
Ruby H. Hepler, of Hegins
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Ruby H. Hepler, of Hegins, Pennsylvania, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026, in Tower City.
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Funeral services will be held at St. James Lutheran Church, Pitman, on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 11 a.m., with Rev. Mark Rothermel officiating.
A viewing will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the church.
A graveside service will be held at Zion EC Cemetery, Pitman, following funeral services.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc., Valley View, is honored to serve the Hepler family.