Schuylkill County Police Log for 04/06/17
Thursday, April 6, 2017
Flood Advisory Extended Until This Evening
Blue Mountain Midget Football and Cheer Sign-Ups
Blue Mountain Midget Registrations for Football and Cheer
Schuylkill County High School Baseball & Softball Scores - 04/05/2017
Schuylkill County High School Baseball & Softball Scores - 04/05/2017
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Truck Driver to Be Cited After Equipment Falls Off Trailer on Interstate
Schuylkill County Obituaries for 04/05/2017
Schuylkill County Obituaries for 04/05/2017
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Paul A. Winans, 54, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Monday, April 3rd, in a motor vehicle accident.
Paul was born in Syracuse, NY on February 24, 1963, a son of Elfriede (Conrad) of Wyoming and Albert Winans.
He served in the U.S. Navy.
Paul worked for HEXCEL in St. Clair.
He was a member of the American Legion in Frackville. He was also active in the Men's Ministry at his church.
Paul was a member of the Freedom in Christ Church, Pottsville.
He was the husband of Carroll (Green) Winans.
Paul is also survived by 5 children and sisters Carolyn Sears, and Ellen Winans.
Services will be at the convenience of the family.
Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book and send sympathy cards.
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Paul A. Winans, 54, of Mahanoy City, PA, passed away Monday, April 3rd, in a motor vehicle accident.
Paul was born in Syracuse, NY on February 24, 1963, a son of Elfriede (Conrad) of Wyoming and Albert Winans.
He served in the U.S. Navy.
Paul worked for HEXCEL in St. Clair.
He was a member of the American Legion in Frackville. He was also active in the Men's Ministry at his church.
Paul was a member of the Freedom in Christ Church, Pottsville.
He was the husband of Carroll (Green) Winans.
Paul is also survived by 5 children and sisters Carolyn Sears, and Ellen Winans.
Services will be at the convenience of the family.
Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book and send sympathy cards.
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Charles S. Tice, 71, of Stoney Run Rd., North Manheim Twp., passed away on Monday, April 3, 2017 in the VA Medical Center Lebanon.
Born on April 25, 1945 in Pine Grove, he was a son of the late Harry A. and Irene A. Spangler Tice.
He was a member of Bethany Christian Church in Cressona.
Charles was an Army veteran having served during Vietnam, with Co C 4th BN, 31st INF, 196th Inf BDE. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge and the Sharpshooter (Rifle M-14).
He was a construction worker for Barto's, A & R Corp, and last worked for Arthur "Pat" Aungst, in Pine Grove.
Charles was a member of the Pine Grove Masonic Lodge No. 409 F & AM; Schuylkill Haven American Legion; F.O.P and a life member of the Pine Grove VFW Post 3432. He was also a life long Dallas Cowboys and Los Angeles Dodgers Fan and loved gardening.
Preceding him in death were five brothers, John Tice, Eugene Tice, Martin Tice, Harry Tice, and Edward Tice; a sister, Christine Zerbe.
Surviving are his wife of 49 years on April 20, Suzanne "Sue" Thomas Tice; two brothers, Richard Tice and Robert Tice, both of Pine Grove; five sisters, Cecelia Aungst and Mary Louise Kramer, both of Pine Grove, Hazel Heffner of Lebanon, Theresa White of Bethel, and Catherine Leisey of Myerstown; nieces and nephews; brothers and sisters-in-law.
All services will be held at the convenience of the family with Pastor Chris Fisher officiating. Interment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Hospice Unit, Ward 1-4B, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, Pa. 17042 in his memory.
You may send condolences to the family online at our website www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com
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Florence A. Boltz, 91, of Auburn, PA passed away Tuesday, April 4th, at Laurel Center Genesis Health Eldercare, Hamburg.
Florence was born in Auburn, PA on May 28, 1925, a daughter of the late Katie (Mellon) and Howard Long.
She was the wife of Edwin H. Boltz. They just celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary on March 19th of this year
She was an Auburn High School Graduate and a member of St. John’s Church, Auburn, Staller-Luckenbill VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Post #3975, and Auburn Ambulance & Fire companies, Ladies Auxiliary of Shoemakersville, Fire Co. and the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.
She worked as a Secretary for Boltz Brothers Construction & Heating in Shoemakersville and she was also employed by Price Battery Company, Hamburg and Hopla Shoe Factory in Auburn, She also was a hairdresser working out of her own home in Auburn.
In addition to her husband Edwin, Florence is survived by her daughter, Donna M. , wife of Michael Brown and her son Carl E. , husband of Rebecca Boltz.
She is also survived by Grandchildren Karen Reed and Brandon Brown. Great Grandchildren Kyle & Ashley Ulsh and a Great Great Granddaughter Natalie Wagner. Also numerous nieces & nephews.
She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Charles E. , Richard W. And Howard F. Long and 3 sisters Helen Moyer, Idella Schappell and Loretta M. Klahr.
A Celebration of Florence's Life Service will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, April 8th at Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. in Orwigsburg, PA with Rev. Paul Schoffstall officiating. Friends are invited to call from 9:00 until time of service at the Funeral Home on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Auburn Ambulance Association 131 1/2 South Front Street Auburn, PA 17922 or Staller-Luckenbill VFW Post # 3975 , 240 Pine street, Auburn, PA .
Interment will follow at St. John's UCC Cemetery Auburn.
Born on April 25, 1945 in Pine Grove, he was a son of the late Harry A. and Irene A. Spangler Tice.
He was a member of Bethany Christian Church in Cressona.
Charles was an Army veteran having served during Vietnam, with Co C 4th BN, 31st INF, 196th Inf BDE. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge and the Sharpshooter (Rifle M-14).
He was a construction worker for Barto's, A & R Corp, and last worked for Arthur "Pat" Aungst, in Pine Grove.
Charles was a member of the Pine Grove Masonic Lodge No. 409 F & AM; Schuylkill Haven American Legion; F.O.P and a life member of the Pine Grove VFW Post 3432. He was also a life long Dallas Cowboys and Los Angeles Dodgers Fan and loved gardening.
Preceding him in death were five brothers, John Tice, Eugene Tice, Martin Tice, Harry Tice, and Edward Tice; a sister, Christine Zerbe.
Surviving are his wife of 49 years on April 20, Suzanne "Sue" Thomas Tice; two brothers, Richard Tice and Robert Tice, both of Pine Grove; five sisters, Cecelia Aungst and Mary Louise Kramer, both of Pine Grove, Hazel Heffner of Lebanon, Theresa White of Bethel, and Catherine Leisey of Myerstown; nieces and nephews; brothers and sisters-in-law.
All services will be held at the convenience of the family with Pastor Chris Fisher officiating. Interment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Hospice Unit, Ward 1-4B, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, Pa. 17042 in his memory.
You may send condolences to the family online at our website www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com
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Florence A. Boltz, 91, of Auburn, PA passed away Tuesday, April 4th, at Laurel Center Genesis Health Eldercare, Hamburg.
Florence was born in Auburn, PA on May 28, 1925, a daughter of the late Katie (Mellon) and Howard Long.
She was the wife of Edwin H. Boltz. They just celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary on March 19th of this year
She was an Auburn High School Graduate and a member of St. John’s Church, Auburn, Staller-Luckenbill VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Post #3975, and Auburn Ambulance & Fire companies, Ladies Auxiliary of Shoemakersville, Fire Co. and the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.
She worked as a Secretary for Boltz Brothers Construction & Heating in Shoemakersville and she was also employed by Price Battery Company, Hamburg and Hopla Shoe Factory in Auburn, She also was a hairdresser working out of her own home in Auburn.
In addition to her husband Edwin, Florence is survived by her daughter, Donna M. , wife of Michael Brown and her son Carl E. , husband of Rebecca Boltz.
She is also survived by Grandchildren Karen Reed and Brandon Brown. Great Grandchildren Kyle & Ashley Ulsh and a Great Great Granddaughter Natalie Wagner. Also numerous nieces & nephews.
She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Charles E. , Richard W. And Howard F. Long and 3 sisters Helen Moyer, Idella Schappell and Loretta M. Klahr.
A Celebration of Florence's Life Service will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, April 8th at Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. in Orwigsburg, PA with Rev. Paul Schoffstall officiating. Friends are invited to call from 9:00 until time of service at the Funeral Home on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Auburn Ambulance Association 131 1/2 South Front Street Auburn, PA 17922 or Staller-Luckenbill VFW Post # 3975 , 240 Pine street, Auburn, PA .
Interment will follow at St. John's UCC Cemetery Auburn.
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Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Schuylkill County Obituaries for 04/04/2017
Schuylkill County Obituaries for 04/04/2017
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Kevin S. Bracey, Sr., age 60, of Port Carbon, PA passed away Sunday, April 2nd, 2017 at Lehigh Valley Health Network, Schuylkill East in Pottsville.
Born in Elizabeth, NJ on October 29, 1956, he was the son of the late Robert and Patricia (Cauley) Bracey Sr.
Kevin attended William Allen High School in Allentown and Pottsville High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during peacetime. Kevin worked as a Foreman for Hahn Construction Company in Reading.
Kevin was an avid sports fan, who loved the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles and mainly loved to hang out and spend time with his family. He also loved Pottsville Basketball and Softball, his favorite being Bloomsburg Softball.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Robert Bracey Jr and Michael Bracey.
Kevin is survived by the love of his life of 36 years Jane Pepper, Port Carbon; An Uncle and Long time friend, James "Jim" Bracey and his companion Carol, Port Carbon; A second mother Geraldine "Betty" Belusko, Mechanicsville; 2 sons: Kevin S. Bracey Jr, Pottsville and Clint J. Bracey, Port Carbon; a daughter Liza R. Pepper, State College; 2 granddaughters: Kalista and Cameron Bracey, both of Minersville; a brother Thomas "Tommy" Bracey, and wife Lulu of Pottsville; 2 sisters: Patricia "Trish" Bracey, New Philadelphia and Suzie Fehr and her companion Leon of Rock; nieces. nephews. and too many other loving friends and family to count
Services are interment and private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hershey Medical Center in Hershey PA,
or the SPCA in Pottsville, PA
Amber L. McCracken, 28, Girardville, passed away peacefully Monday at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, with her loving family by her side.
Born in Darby, PA, she is the daughter of Daryl McCracken, Darby and Charlotte Dowling, Girardville. She was known for her love for her children and her devotion to her family.
She was preceded in death by a brother Alex Skinner and a sister Cara Skinner.
In addition to her parents, Amber is survived by her husband Jesse Smith, Lavelle, her son Travis Smith, Girardville, her daughter Clarity Johnstone, Girardville, her three brothers; John McCracken and Chase Skinner, both of Girardville and Tyler Skinner, Shenandoah, her two sisters Heather and Jenna Skinner both of Girardville, her maternal grandparents Michael Dowling and Joyce Rawlings and her paternal grandparents Terrence and Tina McCracken, also by her loving aunts, uncles, cousins and by numerous friends.
Funeral services will be held at Noon on Friday from the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Girardville. A viewing will be held Friday morning from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment will be in Sunnyside Memorial Cemetery, Lavelle.
Kevin S. Bracey, Sr., age 60, of Port Carbon, PA passed away Sunday, April 2nd, 2017 at Lehigh Valley Health Network, Schuylkill East in Pottsville.
Born in Elizabeth, NJ on October 29, 1956, he was the son of the late Robert and Patricia (Cauley) Bracey Sr.
Kevin attended William Allen High School in Allentown and Pottsville High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during peacetime. Kevin worked as a Foreman for Hahn Construction Company in Reading.
Kevin was an avid sports fan, who loved the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles and mainly loved to hang out and spend time with his family. He also loved Pottsville Basketball and Softball, his favorite being Bloomsburg Softball.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Robert Bracey Jr and Michael Bracey.
Kevin is survived by the love of his life of 36 years Jane Pepper, Port Carbon; An Uncle and Long time friend, James "Jim" Bracey and his companion Carol, Port Carbon; A second mother Geraldine "Betty" Belusko, Mechanicsville; 2 sons: Kevin S. Bracey Jr, Pottsville and Clint J. Bracey, Port Carbon; a daughter Liza R. Pepper, State College; 2 granddaughters: Kalista and Cameron Bracey, both of Minersville; a brother Thomas "Tommy" Bracey, and wife Lulu of Pottsville; 2 sisters: Patricia "Trish" Bracey, New Philadelphia and Suzie Fehr and her companion Leon of Rock; nieces. nephews. and too many other loving friends and family to count
Services are interment and private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hershey Medical Center in Hershey PA,
or the SPCA in Pottsville, PA
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Amber L. McCracken, 28, Girardville, passed away peacefully Monday at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, with her loving family by her side.
Born in Darby, PA, she is the daughter of Daryl McCracken, Darby and Charlotte Dowling, Girardville. She was known for her love for her children and her devotion to her family.
She was preceded in death by a brother Alex Skinner and a sister Cara Skinner.
In addition to her parents, Amber is survived by her husband Jesse Smith, Lavelle, her son Travis Smith, Girardville, her daughter Clarity Johnstone, Girardville, her three brothers; John McCracken and Chase Skinner, both of Girardville and Tyler Skinner, Shenandoah, her two sisters Heather and Jenna Skinner both of Girardville, her maternal grandparents Michael Dowling and Joyce Rawlings and her paternal grandparents Terrence and Tina McCracken, also by her loving aunts, uncles, cousins and by numerous friends.
Funeral services will be held at Noon on Friday from the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Girardville. A viewing will be held Friday morning from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment will be in Sunnyside Memorial Cemetery, Lavelle.
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Schuylkill County High School Baseball & Softball Scores - 04/03/2017
Schuylkill County High School Baseball & Softball Scores - 04/03/2017
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