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11/09/2025

Rosalie Bradley

Rosalie (DeFazio) Bradley, 87, of Carbondale, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Ellen Memorial Care Center in Honesdale. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Paul Bradley, who passed away in March 2013.

Born and raised in Clifford, Rosalie was the daughter of the late Peter and Philomena (Sirianni) DeFazio. She was a devoted lifelong member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Carbondale, where she sang in the choir and was an active member of the Altar and Rosary Society.

A 1956 graduate of St. Rose High School, Rosalie owned and operated Rosalie’s Beauty Salon from her home after working as a hairdresser for the Globe Store. She was an avid reader and talented artist who loved gardening, cooking, and baking. Above all, her greatest joy came from her faith and her family. Rosalie and her husband, Paul, also shared a love of camping and made many dear friends at the campground over the years.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Bekele, Theresa Micknick, as well as the staff of Ellen Memorial Care for their kindness, compassion, and dedicated care.

Surviving are two daughters, Kimberly Striefsky and husband, Andrew, Clifford Township; and Paula Brennan and husband, Patrick, Fell Township; three grandchildren, Patrick Brennan and fiancée, Madison Mang; Bradley Brennan and girlfriend, Paige Barillo; and Alexandrea Brennan; three great-grandchildren, Patrick III, Addyson, and Michael Brennan; and Mallory Mangan, who was like a granddaughter to Rosalie, her husband, Sean, and their children Lonnie and Delaney, Vandling; a special great nephew, Wayne Williams, who they raised for many years; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Paul and James Bradley; three sisters, Catherine DeFazio, Clara (DeFazio) Brown Scalzo, and Marie Grecco; and two brothers, Joseph and Jasper DeFazio.

The funeral will be Thursday, November 13, 2025, from the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 2 Hospital Street, Carbondale, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Rosary Parish at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 15 Fallbrook Street, Carbondale, to be celebrated by Rev. Joseph J. Mosley, Pastor. Interment will follow in Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill.

Family and friends are invited to attend Rosalie’s viewing, which will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

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11/04/2025

Jean Tusko

Jean Tusko, 88, Eynon, died at home on Saturday.

Born in Jermyn, daughter of the late William and Hazel Seymour McAuley, she worked for IBM for many years. She also worked for JC Penney’s and the Crystal Restaurant, Carbondale. Jean was a graduate of Jermyn High School and lifetime member of Jermyn Primitive Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening; spending time with her family.

The family extends a special thank you to Audrey Arthur; and the staff of Allied Hospice.

Surviving are: daughters, Mary Siniawa, Blakely; Destiny Santanna, San Francisco, CA; John Santanna; Childs; grandchildren, Justin Siniawa; Jeremy Siniawa; Jennifer Collura; Misty Savage; John Santanna; Zachary Santanna; 17 great grandchildren; a brother, Jack McAuley, W. VA.; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: husbands, John George Santanna; Joseph Tusko; grandchildren, Jennifer Santanna; Anthony Santanna; siblings, Robert McAuley; William McAuley; Elizabeth Burgio.

The funeral will be Saturday from Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale, with Church Services at 11 a.m. by Rev. Alan Rupert in Jermyn Primitive Methodist Church. Cremation will follow.

A viewing will be held Friday from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the funeral home website.

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11/02/2025

Michele Prebich

Michele M. Prebich, 65, of Carbondale, passed away peacefully on Thursday, surrounded by her loving family. Her husband, Joseph Prebich, preceded her in death in March 2025.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Anthony and Helen Manarchuck Norella, Michele was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a selfless person who always took care of everyone else — the one her family and friends could depend on no matter what. She had a tough exterior but the kindest heart, and her strength and compassion carried those she loved through life’s hardest moments.

Surviving are: a son, Daniel Prebich, Pine Grove Mills; a daughter, Angelia Prebich, Warwick, RI; grandchildren, Emma and Autumn Prebich; loving siblings, Francis Norella and wife, Betty, Carbondale; Kristina Coolican and husband, Kevin, Carbondale; and Justin Norella, Carbondale; as well as several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and in-laws.

The funeral will be Monday, November 10, from Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Rosary’s St. Rose of Lima Church, Carbondale. Cremation will follow.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, November 9, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the funeral home website.

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11/01/2025

Joseph D. "Joe" Bloomer

Joseph D. “Joe” Bloomer, of Owego, NY, and formerly of Carbondale, PA, passed away on October 23, 2025.

Born on July 23, 1950, in Carbondale, son of the late Joseph and Anna (Howanitz) Bloomer, Joe was a graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School. He went on to earn a degree in music education and spent his career sharing his passion for music as a teacher with the Owego Free Academy, where he retired after many years of dedicated service.

Joe was a longtime member of New Life Ministries in Owego and shared a close friendship with Pastor Joe and the congregation. In addition to teaching, Joe enjoyed being a DJ and was known for his love of music, his kindness, and his generous spirit. He was a devoted friend who stayed closely connected with many, especially his cousin Don, with whom he shared countless visits and conversations over the years.

He is survived by several cousins, including his dear friend and cousin Don.

Family and friends are invited to attend Joe’s visitation, which will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Estey, Munroe, and Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park St, Owego, NY 13827, followed by a funeral service at 3:00 p.m. in the funeral home.

A graveside service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Greenfield Township, PA.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale, PA.

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10/30/2025

Lorraine "Lori" Rizzi

Lori Rizzi, 65, Carbondale, died at home on Thursday.

Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Joseph McGowan and Delores Savka McGowan, she was a 1977 graduate of Scranton Technical High School. She worked as a waitress before retirement. Lori served as an altar server at weekly Masses and Funeral Masses for Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, Carbondale.

Surviving are: two sons, Keith Gressell and wife Jackie, Seattle, WA; William Rizzi and significant other, Stephen Sekoulopoulos, Hershey; a daughter, Ashley Rizzi and significant other, Harry Snyder, Moosic; eight grandchildren; a sister, Kelly Russell, Scranton; several nieces and nephews.

Lori was preceded in death by a sister, Debbie Angelo; a brother, Joseph McGowan.

A Blessing Service will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 11 a.m. in Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m.

Online condolences may be sent to the funeral home website.

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10/10/2025

Jo-Ann (Jones) Howells

Jo-Ann Jones Howells, Carbondale, passed away on October 8th due to heart complications.

Jo-Ann is the daughter of Peter and Victoria Davis. She is survived by two sons, Michael Howells and fiancé Brianna Casey, and Casey Howells, a grandson, Hunter Howells, and a step-son, Cody Banks. Her siblings, Danielle Jones, Tracy Sanderson (Brian Smith), Jeffrey Jones, Amanda Ashby (Bobby), and Peter Davis Jr (Alexis Starkweather), nieces and nephews, Alexa Cragle (Matthew), MaKena Sanderson (Jacob Ulmer), Decklan Jones, Ian Dzielak, Kaleigh Becker, Jordan Ashby, Elena Ashby, Kaia Davis, Kierra Davis, Keegan Davis, and a great niece, Delaney Cragle. A Paternal Grandfather, Walter Davis, many beloved Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins, and a half sister, Marie Crespo.

She was preceded in death by her Paternal Grandmother, Joan Davis, a niece, Brooke Davis, and her best friend, Nikki Bartosavage.

Jo-Ann was an amazing human being. She’d give you the shirt off her back if you needed it. Please remember her kind and loving heart.

The family would like to thank Cottage Hose Ambulance and EMTs, especially Crissie Hobbs who worked painstakingly to save Jo-Ann, and who has been her very good friend since childhood, and the staff of Regional Hospital.

The funeral will be Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale, with Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. in St. Rose of Lima Church, 6 N. Church St., Carbondale. Interment will be held at a future date.

Family and friends are invited to Jo-Ann’s viewing, which will be held on Monday, October 13, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. To offer an online condolence, visit the funeral home’s website.

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10/08/2025

Mary Ann Coleman

Mary Ann Coleman, 80, Carbondale, died at home Tuesday. Her husband is James P. Coleman.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Nick and Jennie Cassaro Rocco, for many years she was a seamstress in the garment industry and worked at Gentex later in life. She enjoyed going to the casinos; attending shows at the casinos; working spelling puzzles; having lunch with a few special friends for years; crocheting blankets and other items.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by: two sons, James Coleman, Carbondale; Joseph Coleman and wife, Larae, Fla.; a daughter, Michelle Coleman, Carbondale; grandchildren, Jennifer; Abigail; Jesse; Dylan; Aliya; Jacob, McKenzie; Devon; Cassidy; great grandchildren, Isabella; Zoey; Winry; Cannon; a sister, Elaine Barchak, Carbondale; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: four sisters, Rose Perri; Betty Rocco; Nicholina Pelick; Joann Rocco; a brother, Dominick Rocco.

The funeral will be Friday from Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 2 Hospital St., Carbondale with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Rosary’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 15 Fallbrook St., Carbondale. All those attending the funeral are asked to go directly to church.

A viewing will be held today (Thursday) from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the funeral home website.

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10/07/2025

Isabelle L. Cerra

Isabelle L. Cerra, 87, Carbondale, died peacefully Friday surrounded by her family. Her husband,

Bernard Ben Cerra, preceded her in death, Jan. 6, 2011.

Born in Carbondale, September 28, 1938, daughter of the late Carlo and Rose Andidora Scotch, she lived there most of her life. She graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School in 1956 and married the love of her life on June 8, 1957. Together, they were blessed with four children, seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Izzy, as she preferred to be called, was a simple woman who lived a simple life. She didn't need much, nor did she want much. She was kind, loving, generous and humble and she never had a bad word to say about anybody. An exceptional cook, she was content simply to be at home with her family and cook her fabulous meals. A woman of great faith, Izzy loved her God and her religion above all else. She was a devout Catholic, church-goer and a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel choir for many years. She worked as a cafeteria aide at Carbondale Area High School for many years.

For most of her married life, she took care of her husband, tirelessly, devoutly and meticu- lously for 40 plus years. She never once complained and had no regrets. After his passing, she could be heard saying, 'I would do it all over again'. She missed him dearly. Her family was her world. She lived for her husband, children and grandchildren; loved them deeply and was always there for them, always. Although we mourn her loss, we take comfort in knowing that she is forever at rest and peace in the loving arms of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

She is survived by: her four children, Carla; Lisa; Brian and wife Deana; Jeffrey and his wife, Nancy; her grandchildren, Jacqueline and husband, Jonathan; Zachary; Samantha; Dylan and wife, Mindy; Loni and husband, Sean; Gina; Bailey; her great grandchildren, Olivia; Cooper; Collins; Adrian; Dylan Jr.; Brooks; Blaine; brothers, Carlo and Joe Scotch; son-in-law, Ron; numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be Thursday from Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 2 Hospital St., Carbondale with Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 15 Fallbrook St., Carbondale with Rev. Joseph Mosley, Pastor, of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, officiating. Interment, Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Greenfield Twp.

Friends and family may call on Thursday at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m until 11 a.m. Online condolences may be sent to the funeral home website.

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10/04/2025

Joan L. Acquisto

Joan L. Acquisto, 91, Carbondale, died Wednesday at Carbondale Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Ross and Anna Chamaglichella Acquisto, she was a seamstress in the garment industry and later worked at Gentex. She was a St. Rose High School graduate. Joan was a Eucharistic Minister; Lay Missionary; Altar Server; and a member of prayer groups at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and St. Rose Churches. She taught religion classes at Mt. Carmel and was a hospice volunteer. Her patron Saint was Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Joan’s faith was most important to her. The family thanks the Carbondale Nursing Home staff for their wonderful care.

Surviving are: her niece and care-giver, Jill Brownell; niece, Donna Laury; niece, Anita Regan; several great nieces and a great nephew. She was preceded in death by a sister, Jane Brownell; a brother, Anthony Acquisto; and a nephew, James J. Brownell.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, October 6, at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Rosary’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Carbondale. Interment will follow at Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill.

A viewing will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until Mass time. If so desired, in lieu of flowers, monetary donations, in memory of Joan Acquisto, may be sent to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, c/o Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, 6 N. Church St., Carbondale Pa. 18407.

Arrangements by Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 2 Hospital St., Carbondale. Online condolences may be sent to the funeral home website.

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10/03/2025

Ford Joseph Kilgallon III

Ford Joseph Kilgallon III, 56, Carbondale, died suddenly on Tuesday at home.

Born in Scranton, son of Ford J. Kilgallon II and Kathleen Elias Kilgallon, he was a U.S. Navy veteran and retired as a corrections officer.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by: a daughter, Caroline Kilgallon, Carbondale; three grandchildren, Noah, Roman and Killian Campbell, all of Carbondale; a brother, Chris Kilgallon, Fla.; 2 nephews; three nieces; several cousins.

Family and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady of the Rosary’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Carbondale. Interment at a later date.

Arrangements by Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale.

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09/15/2025

June C. Cummings

June C. Cummings, 87, Carbondale, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Dickson City, after an illness. Her longtime companion, William G. Kelly, died in 2019.

Born in Elmhurst on July 19, 1938, daughter of the late Leroy Baumgardner, Mary Glusauskas Baumgardner, and stepdaughter of the late Walter Spooner, June attended Scranton Schools and Johnson School for Art. She worked in the garment industry and was a very accomplished seamstress. One of her favorite pastimes was gardening. She had a green thumb when it came to plants. She also loved cooking and was an avid reader.

June’s survivors include 5 children, Mary Ann Casale and husband Steve, Taylor; Barbara Manley and husband Robert, South Abington Township; Jo Ann Cummings, at home; Joseph Cummings, at home; and Tina Serafin, Carbondale; a sister, Paula Shanley, Olyphant; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and longtime companion, she was preceded in death by 3 siblings, Leroy Baumgardner, Marilee Fisher, and Dolores McGraw Holzman.

As per June’s wishes, there will be no public funeral services.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale. To offer an online condolence, visit the funeral home’s website.

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08/04/2025

I am honored to share that we have taken over ownership of the Hudak-O’Shea Funeral Home in Olyphant. Give our page a like and a share. Feel free to visit our website or page, or give us a call at 570 383 9033.

ANNOUNCEMENT: A New Chapter in Trusted Funeral Care

Since its founding in 1998 by Donna M. Hudak-O’Shea and her husband, Patrick J. “P.J.” O’Shea, the Hudak-O’Shea Funeral Home has provided compassionate, professional service to families throughout the Mid-Valley region. With over 35 years of experience in funeral service, Donna has remained a trusted presence in the lives of so many, offering families personalized care with dignity and grace.

Today, I am humbled and honored to share that the Hudak-O’Shea Funeral Home, Inc. is now under new ownership.

As of June 16, 2025, I, Lawrence A. Gabriel III (Larry), have assumed ownership of the funeral home. I am a third generation licensed funeral director and proud to carry on the Gabriel family tradition of service that began in Carbondale in 1968 with my grandfather, Lawrence A. Gabriel Sr. Like the O’Sheas, my family has always believed in treating every family we serve as our own.

What remains unchanged, and invaluable, is that Donna M. Hudak-O’Shea will continue to serve as the licensed supervisor and a dedicated member of our staff. Her continued presence ensures that the relationships she has built over the decades will remain a cornerstone of the care we provide.

I am deeply grateful to Donna and P.J. for the trust they’ve placed in me, and to the Mid-Valley community for welcoming this new chapter. Together, we will continue to honor the legacy of service that the Hudak-O’Shea name represents.

On behalf of Donna, P.J., and myself, thank you for your continued trust. I invite you to reach out, stop by, or simply say hello as we move forward, together.

We’re here, as we’ve always been, to serve you with integrity and care.
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Lawrence A. Gabriel III
Hudak-O'Shea & Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
115 Garfield Avenue – Olyphant PA 18447
(570) 383 – 9033
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