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11/16/2025

Diana Lee Blizzard Kasson, 77 of Springville passed away at Tunkhannock Rehabilitation & Health Care Center on Friday November 14, 2025. She was born in Wilkes-Barre on July 18, 1948; the daughter of the late Aurthur and Lucille Sutliff Blizzard. She married her husband, Marshall L. Kasson on July 29, 1967. Marshall passed away on June 25, 2025.
Diana was the sweetest and greatest mom, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She enjoyed watching NASCAR and especially Logano. She also enjoyed taking care of her flowers and sewing. She loved spending time with Marshall, sitting on the porch swing and taking road trips.
Diana was preceded in death by her parents, husband and also by her brother-in-law, William Lathrop.
Surviving are her children, daughter, Andrea Kasson and son, Bryant Kasson and his wife Jennifer. Six grandchildren, Michael Jr., Dylan and Meghan Ely, Emily Kirchner, Griffin and Charity Kasson. Six great-grandchildren, Michael John and Matthew Ely, Aubree, McKinley and Eli Kirchner, Tucker and Wade Delesky. Three sisters Marcy Lathrop, Pamela (Mark) Jurista, Mary (Ken) Serniak.
Service will be private and at the convenience of the family. for online condolences please visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com

11/10/2025

Margin Leroy Stout, Jr., a resident of Tunkhannock, PA and Ocala, FL, passed away at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, Wilkes-Barre, on November 7, 2025. Born in Easton, Pennsylvania on March 23, 1940, he was the son of the late Margin Leroy Stout, Sr. and the late Dorothy Stout. Margin was married to Eleanor Sturdevant for 42 years. They would have celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary on November 11th

Margin graduated from Frenchtown High School, NJ in 1958. He attended the University of Maryland and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1962. He came to PA in 1979 and worked at Sire Power as the Northeast Sales and Service Director. He then went on to work at Pennsylvania DHIA and after retirement he was a substitute at the Mehoopany post office.

Margin had a passion for collecting milk bottles, dairy memorabilia, and enjoyed attending auctions and flea markets. Margin thoroughly enjoyed his retirement and the winter months in Ocala, Fl and the many special friendships he made there.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Helen Douglass and Shirley Wolfe.

In addition to his wife, survivors include his sons, Timothy and Jeffrey Stout; daughters, Kimberly Notaro and Penny Stout; stepdaughter, Amy (Youells) Poage and her husband James; as well as several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, a niece, and nephews.

A visitation is scheduled for November 14, 2025, from 10:00–11:00 a.m. at Harding Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, PA 18657. Following the visitation, a graveside service will take place at the Union Hill Cemetery in Mehoopany, PA.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity.

11/09/2025

On a peaceful evening in Sugar Hollow, Clifford J Kuback looked out over the land he loved one last time. On November 6, 2025, at the age of 84, he passed away at home, surrounded by his family and the beauty of his farm – the same fields that had shaped his entire life.

Clifford was born on January 21, 1941 to George P and Margaret (Mikulski) Kuback. From the beginning, his life was rooted in the soil in Wyoming County. His birthday wasn’t just another date on the calendar, it was an annual celebration that friends and family gathered at Grotto Pizza.

He graduated from Tunkhannock Area in 1958. He devoted his life to dairy farming, rising before dawn to milk cows for decades, until he was 80 years old.

In July of 1978, Clifford married Sharon Harding, and together they raised three daughters — his beloved “farm girls.” They were his pride and joy, learning from him not just how to care for animals or drive a tractor, but how to live with integrity, work hard, and appreciate the simple beauty of the countryside.

In 1990, Clifford expanded his farming operation, purchasing a nearby farm to raise beef cattle. Farming wasn’t just his livelihood — it was his way of life, his legacy, and his connection to the land his family had nurtured for generations.

When he wasn’t in the barn or in the fields driving his John Deere tractors, Clifford could often be found at his cabin on the mountain. The cabin became a gathering spot for friends, family, and countless stories. In his younger years, he started a yearly deer roast there, a tradition that his daughters would later carry on. He roamed miles of trails on snowmobiles and in his old Willys Jeeps. Winters were spent hunting and logging, always finding peace in the woods that surrounded him.

Clifford is survived by his daughters Fawn and Brian Weaver, Ashley, and Hope Kuback, and Rachel Miller; his brother George A. and wife Brenda; nephew George; and nieces Gail and Ginger. His family takes comfort in knowing that his life — grounded in love, hard work, and tradition — continues to echo across the hills and farms of Sugar Hollow.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Geisinger Tunkhannock for the compassionate care Clifford received over the last few years, and to all the friends and family who stopped by to visit, share stories, and remind him how deeply he was loved.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that Clifford’s memory be honored through support of the next generation of farmers — by contributing to the Tunkhannock Future Farmers of America (FFA) at 135 Tiger Drive, Tunkhannock, PA 18657, or the Wyoming–Lackawanna Farm Bureau at 540 SR 92S, Tunkhannock, PA 18657.

Clifford J. Kuback leaves behind not just a farm, but a legacy — of hard work, family, and a deep connection to the land that will live on in every field he once tended and every tradition he began.

A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 15th at 1pm at the Harding Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, with Lori Robinson officiating. Visitation will be from 10am until 1pm at the funeral home. For online condolences or directions visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com

10/20/2025

William Thomas Reynolds age 76 of Factoryville, Pa passed away peacefully on 10/19/25 at the Veterans Community Living Center in Wilkes Barre, Pa.

Bill was born in Scranton, Pa on 8/4/1949 and lovingly accepted as a son at age 6 by the late Dr. Kenneth P. Reynolds and Mary Quinn Reynolds of Factoryville, Pa. Bill went on to marry the love of his life Debra Brown Reynolds. They were married for 51 years.

Bill honorably served two tours in Vietnam right out of high school and was an Active Reservists for several years after his tour of duty. He had a successful civilian job at Tobyhanna Army Depot for 30 years before retirement. Bill was a proud father to Janelle Marie Reynolds (deceased) and Christopher John Reynolds, (Quakertown) and was a true Patriotic American. He was very active with the Factoryville American Legion, planning Memorial Day Parades for the local town, making sure all the Veteran Gravestones had fresh flags and always looking for ways to honor fellow Veterans. For those that new Bill he loved the American Flag, and was passionate in his love for this Great Country. Many knew him as Wild Bill and the nurses at the Veterans Center lovingly called him their “Billy the Kid” Bill enjoyed the outdoors, whether that was ice skating in the winter, fishing at the ponds in the summer, digging for antique bottles in the woods or finding fossils at Uncle Alvie’s stone quarry. Bill did not like to sit still and created many adventures for his children Janelle and Chris and their relatives and friends.

He was proceeded in death by his daughter Janelle Maria Reynolds, his sisters and brother in laws, Julie (Robert) Feeney, Ann (Walter) Lermer, Sarah (George) Conly. He is survived by his wife Debra Brown Reynolds, son Christopher John Reynolds, Granddaughter Hailey Victoria Seymour, Great Granddaughter Savannah Marie Leonard, sister-in-law Judy Brown Johndrow and siblings Paul (Lynn) Reynolds, Kathleen (Robert) Covey and nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. The Family would like to extend a heartfelt gratitude to the staff and nurses of the Community Living Center at the Wilkes Barre Veterans Center, especially Becky, Michele, Sharon, Georgia, Songi and Jodi for their exceptional care in his final time of life.

10/20/2025

Betty Jane Skovronsky of Keelersburg Rd., Tunkhannock, died at her home on Monday morning, October 20, 2025. Betty was born in Wilkes Barre, PA on December 23, 1925, the daughter of the late William Hoover and Emma Munson.
Betty married Otto Skovronsky in 1947, and they shared 65 years together until his passing in 2012.

Betty was a 1943 graduate of Meyers High School and was once employed at Lazarus Department Store. Betty enjoyed baking, cooking, and shopping with the girls, but mostly enjoyed spending time with her family.

In addition to her husband, Betty was also preceded in death by her brothers: Buddy Hoover, Kenneth Hoover, Jerry Hoover, and sisters: Catherine Hoats, and her best friend and sister- in-law, Jean Hoover.

Surviving are her sons: Robert and his wife Patricia Skovronsky, and Steven and his wife Shawn Skovronsky; daughter Nancy Goldyn; brother Russell Hoover and wife Dee Dee; grandchildren: Rachel Bandarenko, Karen Damerau, Meredith Sprenger, Nicholas Puza, Evan Skovronsky, and James Wynd; eight great grandchildren Max, Alex, Jack, Addison, Rylin, Colson, Cody, Wyatt, Waden and Daisy, and one great great grandchild Theo. Betty loved her grandchildren very much.

The family would like to extend their love and gratitude to Betty's caregivers, Jen Klose, Lisa Gavik, and Tiara Sorak, whose kindness and generosity will forever be remembered. The family also wants to acknowledge neighbors and friends Cindy Reichard, Lana Canella and Denise Ebersole who often cooked for Betty or just stopped to say hello or pray with her.

Funeral services will be on Friday Oct. 24th at 10am from the Harding Litwin Funeral Home 123 W. Tioga St. Tunkhannock, PA. Interment will follow at the South Eaton Cemetery. For online condolences visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com

Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

10/19/2025

George W. Brown, age 68, of Tunkhannock, passed away at Allied Hospice on October 17th, 2025. Born March 22, 1957, in Tunkhannock, he was the son of the late George and Ruth Kenny Brown.

Mr. Brown graduated from Tunkhannock Area High School and dedicated 47 years as a mechanic at Sherwood Chevrolet. He was an avid NASCAR fan and had a lifelong passion for automobiles.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Christopher Brown and granddaughter Breanna Sue Ruhmel.

He is survived by his children: Nathan Brown (Jen) of Tunkhannock, Melissa Jennings of Springville, Georgia Brown (Amanda) of Dushore, Ryan Brown of Tunkhannock, and Jessica Brown of Forkston; siblings: Robert G. Brown (Shirley) of Factoryville, Harold Brown (Louise) of Tunkhannock, and Beth Ann Brown of Tunkhannock. Mr. Brown also leaves behind many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

For online condolences, please visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com

10/10/2025

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10/08/2025

Cheryl Ann (Kintner) Seese

January 4, 1951 – October 8, 2025

Cheryl Ann “Cherrie” (Kintner) Seese of Fort Worth, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 8, 2025. She was born on January 4, 1951, the first of five children born to the late Fred and Jeanne Kintner of Mehoopany, Pennsylvania.

Cherrie grew up on the family farm in Mehoopany, where she learned the values of hard work, responsibility, and kindness. She eagerly helped with the cattle and chickens and was active in several 4-H clubs. Her special interests were sewing and showing her Guernsey dairy cows. Cherrie was also deeply involved in the youth fellowship of the Mehoopany Methodist Church, attending faithfully throughout her childhood and teen years. She loved camping trips with the youth group and Girl Scouts as well as going to Sky Lake, a Christian camp in Windsor, New York. A 1968 graduate of Tunkhannock High School, Cherrie was active in the Drama Club, Historian Club, and Photography Club. She sang in the chorus, contributed to the yearbook staff, and proudly served as Editor of the Yearbook her senior year.

Following high school, Cherrie was selected as a Rotary Exchange Student and spent a year in Brazil, an experience that broadened her heart and her outlook on life. Upon returning home, she attended Keystone College before beginning her career at Procter & Gamble in Mehoopany. Cherrie later married and lived for a short time in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania before moving to Arlington, Texas, where she began a long and respected career in purchasing. She worked for Gene Allen’s Hallmark Store, Arlington Ace Hardware, and later Westlake Ace Hardware in Kansas City, Kansas. She eventually returned to Fort Worth, where she worked for Gourmet Catalog and the Dickies Corporation until her retirement. Across all her positions, Cherrie was known for her professionalism, dedication, and kindness to others.

Cherrie’s greatest joy was her family. She loved spending time with her children, grandson, siblings, nieces, nephews, and their families. She also treasured the lifelong friendships she made with co-workers, high school classmates, and church friends. She enjoyed making trips back to Pennsylvania to reconnect with classmates and family. Her smile, gentle humor, and caring heart will be remembered by everyone who knew her.

Cherrie is survived by her son, Michael Seese of Fort Worth, TX; her daughter, Rachael (Ryan) Cook of Rainbow, TX; her beloved grandson, Ryder Cook; and her siblings Ed (Deb) Kintner of Mehoopany, PA; Holly (Tom) Tesluk of Meshoppen, PA; Jet (Paul) Visneski of Lancaster, PA; and Jeff Kintner and his soulmate Terri White of Tunkhannock, PA. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews who adored her.

Calling hours will be held at the Harding-Litwin Funeral Home 123 W. Tioga St. Tunkhannock on Tuesday Oct. 14th from 5-7pm. Funeral services will be held at the Mehoopany Methodist Church, 4656 PA-87, Mehoopany, PA, Wednesday Oct. 15th at 10am, with Rev. John Shaffer officiating. Interment will follow at Vaughn Cemetery, Mehoopany, PA.

The family would like to acknowledge Billi Halverson, Cherrie’s longtime personal physical therapy trainer; Alma Cerda; and Faye Hunter, both integral caregivers who performed essential roles in Cherrie’s daily activities and care. Cherrie’s family and friends take comfort in knowing she is now home with her Lord, reunited with loved ones who went before her. She will be forever loved, missed, and remembered for her kind spirit and her steadfast love of family, faith, and friendship.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kintner Family Fund, C/O Community Foundation of the Endless Mts. , 270 Lake Ave., Montrose, Pa. 18701

10/06/2025

Alice J. Bishop, age 100, of Springville, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 4, 2025. Born in Scranton on August 8, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Cora Swingle Howell.
A graduate of Dimock High School, class of 1945, Mrs. Bishop was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Bishop, who passed away in 2014.

Mrs. Bishop dedicated 23 years of service to Lee Store in Springville, and alongside her husband, managed their dairy farm with commitment and hard work. She found enjoyment in gardening, canning, sewing, and everyone knew her for your famous pie crust.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Bishop was predeceased by her siblings: Leo Howell, Leona Hinz, Harold Howell, Altha Fleeger, Wilbur Howell, Frances Howell, and Ruth Shupp.

She is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 11th at 10:30 a.m. at Harding Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, PA 18657. A viewing will begin at 9:30 a.m. and continue until the time of service. Interment will follow at Jersey Hill Cemetery.

For online condolences or directions, please visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com

09/23/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce Ellen Marie Shalata, 63, of Lake Carey passed away at her home surrounded by family and friends on Sept. 22nd 2025 to be with Lord.

She was born on Feb. 2, 1962 in Scranton, PA and she was the daughter of the late George Eastman and Ann Thomas Eastman.

Ellen graduated from Lackawanna Trail High School and earned her Cosmetology license. She was a stylist for many years at Crosscutters, formerly the Hair Zoo.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter and friend. She had a witty sense of humor and enjoyed taking care of all of her customers and her co-workers became family at the salon over the years. She had a love for gardening, planting flowers and had a green thumb like no other. Her flowers were always beautiful and well cared for just as were the family and friends close to her. She enjoyed spending time watching sunsets at the lake, but most of all she loved spending time with her family and grandchildren watching them in all their activities and sports . There was never a dull moment when they were around and she loved every minute. She would have plenty of extra kids which would warm her heart seeing the moments they shared together summer after summer. Her kindness touched the hearts of many and she will be remembered for the love and faith of God she shared with others.

In addition to her father she is preceded in death by her former husband Lambert "Dutchie" Shalata;

In addition to her mother she is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Justin and Lindsay Shalata of Meshoppen, grandchildren Kierney and Brant Shalata and a sister Susan Eastman of California.

Funeral services will be held Saturday Sept. 27th at 5PM from the Harding-Litwin Funeral Home 123 W. Tioga St. Tunkhannock, PA. A viewing will be held from 3-5 PM at the funeral home. For online condolences or directions visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com

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09/19/2025

Margorie A. Wisecarver, 78, of Meshoppen passed away on September 17, 2025 at the Endless Mountains Healthcare System, Montrose.

Marge was born in Meshoppen on Nov. 14, 1946. She was the daughter of Geroldine Shoemaker and the late Harry Shoemaker who passed away in 1955. She was married 40 loving years to the late Wayne E. Wisecarver who passed away in 2020.

Some of her favorite things were watching scary movies, going to Halloween attractions and she read anything scary, or mystery related.

She loved having her family together for dinner and every holiday. Most of all, her great grandchildren. She spoiled them, sneaking candy or an ice cream cone when no one was looking. Her face would light up when she watched them play. She will be forever missed.

In addition to her mother Marge is survived by her daughter; Carol Gutkowski, grandsons; Keith Drake, his wife Samantha and Nicolas Drake, Great Grandchildren; Aubree, Benjamin, Mia, Harper, and Ava. Also, her siblings Harry, Rick, Mary, Carol, and Diane, and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

09/17/2025

Margaret Dana Allen Williams

Age 73

Beloved wife of John P. Williams passed away peacefully at her home on September 6, 2025. She was born in Laurel Run PA, graduated from Crestwood High School and Misericordia University. Along with her husband, she owned and managed two Radio Shack Dealer Stores, was a substitute teacher at several local school districts, and taught private guitar lessons for over 20 years. She loved music, reading, travel, her pets, and most of all her family. She is survived by her husband John, two children, Matthew & Leslie Williams, and her sister Cindy Kazinski & brother-in-law Robert Kazinski. A celebration of life event will be held October 25th, 2025, from 1pm to 4 pm at Lazybrook Park in Tunkhannock Pa. (Green Pavilion).

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