All Obituaries

Donald A. Houser, 88, of Archbald, passed away at Hospice of the Scared Heart, Dunmore after a brief illness. He was the loving husband to Joan Cummings Houser who died on 2/1/2010. Son of the late Carson and Mary Lascup Houser, he was born and raised in Archbald, graduating from St. Patrick High School, Olyphant in 1953. Prior to his retirement he worked as a Machinist for Cinram, Olyphant. He was a faithful member of Christ the King Church and was honored to serve as an usher for many...

Randall A. Williams, 71, of Eynon, passed away unexpectedly.  He was the loving husband to Janice Pashchuk Williams who died in 2016. Son of the late Evan P. and Rita Connor Williams, he was born in Carbondale and raised in Archbald, graduating from Archbald High School and Penn State University receiving an associate degree in Engineering. Randy’s working career started as a self-employed building contractor, a machine operator for the CO-Gen Plant and then a Machine Attendant...

EGIDIO “SCOTTY” LEMONCELLI May 15, 2023 Egidio “Scotty” Lemoncelli, husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, passed away at home on May 15, 2023. He was 89. Son of Egidio and Viola Lemoncelli, he was born and raised in Archbald, graduating from Archbald High School. Scotty joined the US Army and served in Fort Lewis, Washington state in the Special Services branch of the military where he employed his musical talents to entertain the troops, helping bring a...

Barbara Joan Willhide Plecker, 77, of Dallas, PA, passed away on April 24, 2023.  She was the loving wife to Coleman Plecker, with whom she shared 46 joyous years.  Born on June 14, 1945, in Memphis, TN, to the late Joseph and Norma Kansler Willhide.  Barbara was a woman of many talents, and her secretarial skills were beyond compare. She worked as a secretary for Don Shula of the Baltimore Colts from 1964-1966. In 1976, she met the love of her life, Coleman Plecker, at Pine...

Florence Dee, 92, of Olyphant, died Saturday morning, April 22, 2023 at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore.    She was the caring wife of the late, William Dee who died on November 17, 2013 and the daughter of the late, Henry and Josephine Rogish Walaski.  Dee was a graduate of Carbondale High School and prior to retirement was a nursing home aide.  She enjoyed cooking for her family and attending special events of her grandchildren.   Always had a smile...

James “Jamie” Zigray of Clarks Summit passed away April 20th. His wife and best friend is the former Linda Zahradnick. They were married for 46 years. Born in Peckville, he was the son of the late Ruth Zigray of Dickson City. He was a graduate of Dunmore Central Catholic High School and the University of Scranton. He founded Sealmor Industries which he proudly owned and operated with his wife, Linda, for over 32 years until their retirement. He was a member of Glen Oak Country...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Conrad Peter Rudalavage, 89, of Carbondale, Pennsylvania on April 18, 2023. Born October 9, 1933, in Eynon, he was the son of the late Peter and Veronica Urbanovicz Rudalavage and the eldest of five children. Conrad’s legacy began at an early age with the need to take care of his younger siblings.  His God given gift to care for others preempted his decision to graduate from high school to assist his parents with various...

Ursula Villota, 91 of Archbald, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Monday, April 11 in the arms of her loving family.  She was the caring wife of the late, Dionisio Villota. Born in the Philippines, she was the daughter of the late, Petro and Paula Sembrano Villenueva.  Ursula was a school teacher and taught 3rd and 4rth graders in her home country prior to her arrival to the USA.  She educated children on honorable and respected principles and they...

Miriam R. Manchak, 82, of Peckville, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023 at Allied Hospice, Morgan Highway, Scranton after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed peacefully with her family by her side. Born in Peckville, she was the daughter of the late William and Ruth McGraw Hofsommer. Miriam was a graduate of Archbald High School and Lackawanna Jr. College, where she earned an Associate degree in Accounting.  From 2000 until her retirement in 2018, she administered various...

Raymond R. Pacini, 83, of Moosic, formerly of Peckville, passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton.  He was the caring husband of Marlene Teetie Pacini. They were married for 57 glorious years. Born in Peckville, he was the son of the late Ferdinand and Marcelia Ciampichini Pacini.  Ray graduated from Blakely High School, class of 1958 and University of Scranton in 1962 where he earned his teaching degree.  He also served his country...