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02/22/2026

Dorothy L. Frye

Dorothy L. Frye, 92 years of age of East Brunswick Township, New Ringgold, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully after a short illness at home on Saturday, February 21, 2026 while surrounded by her beloved daughters, Patricia Doemer and Carol Frye. Born Tuesday, March 7, 1933 in Allentown, the daughter of the late John R. and Marie (Jiran) Zaprazny. Dorothy was also predeceased by; her beloved husband of 56 years, Howard Frye; beloved son, Richard J. Frye; brothers, Richard Zaprazny, Frank Zaprazny...

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02/22/2026

Phyllis Ann Pruett, a lifelong resident of Tamaqua and the heart of her family, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026 at St. Luke's Miners Memorial in Coaldale, at the age of 90.

Born on August 31, 1935, Phyllis was a woman of simple joys and immense devotion. After graduating from Tamaqua High School, she spent many years as a seamstress at J.E. Morgan Knitting, but her true "work" was found in the warmth of her kitchen. Known for her baking and cooking, Phyllis’s greatest delight was gathering her family around a table. Whether she was playing a competitive game of cards or volunteering with the Middle Ward Playground Association, she moved through life with a steady kindness and a deep love for her hometown. Phyllis and Frank experienced a beautiful life living on Washington Street in Tamaqua, from the bygone days of summers spent on their front porch or that of a neighbor enjoying friendly banter and a cold beer which she even asked for lately.

A faithful member of Trinity U.C.C., Phyllis has now been reunited with her beloved husband, Franklin J. Pruett, her parents, William and Catherine (Zierd) Bower; brothers, William and Kenneth Bower; sisters, Betty Murphy, Louise Leiby, Ruth Sheers

Her legacy of love lives on through her children; daughters, Susan Fegley and her husband Tom, Janis Keich and her husband Tim; son Kerry F. Pruett and his wife Diane; brother, Larry Bower; grandchildren, Chad and his wife Jenn, Jordan and his wife Jenny, Jillian and her husband Jesse, Aaron and his fiancée Keely, Abby and her husband Ryan; great grandchildren, Ava, Myla, Bryce, Luke, and Laughlin and Leighton.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550

A Celebration of Phyllis's Life will be held on Thursday February 26, 2026 at 11 O'clock A.M. from the funeral home. Friends may call from 9:30 A.M. until the time of services. Rev. Darryl Kennsinger to officiate.

Interment White Church Cemetery Barnesville, Pennsylvania.

Memorials in her name to:
Trinity U.C.C.
22 Lafayette Street
Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252

Online condolences or a fond memory may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

02/21/2026

Barbara E. Stegmeier

Barbara E. (Zeigler) Stegmeier, 77 years of age of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at St. Luke's Miners Memorial in Coaldale, Pennsylvania. Born Monday, May 31, 1948 in Andreas, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Earl and Beatrice (Hartung) Zeigler. Barb was also predeceased by; her husband of 52 years, Robert F. Stegmeier; sisters, Joan N. Miller, Doris E. Leiby; brother, Ronald W. Zeigler. Surviving are; sister, Joyce Knepper, wife of Robert; brother, Larry Zeigler; sister-in-law,...

02/17/2026

Evelyn Weller

Evelyn Weller, 75, of New Ringgold, passed away February 5, 2026 at Orwigsburg Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, after a prolonged illness. She was the wife of K. Christopher “Chris” Weller. They were married 51 years last December 21. Born 5/4/50, in West Germany, she was the daughter of the late Hildegard and Emil K. Kunzmann. In 1957, Evelyn moved to America with her parents. After the family spent a brief time in Rhode Island, Evelyn lived with her parents in...

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02/16/2026

02/06/2026

Loretta Carolyn Beers

Loretta Carolyn Beers, age 83, of West Penn Township, passed away peacefully on February 5th, 2026, at the Providence Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Pottsville, PA. She was the devoted wife of Robert C. Beers, to whom she would have been married to for 65 years in June. Born on March 31, 1942, in West Penn Township, Loretta was the daughter of the late Oscar A. and Verna (Rex) Steigerwalt. She was a proud graduate of Tamaqua High School,...

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01/25/2026

Arlen W. Troxell

Arlen W. Troxell, 69 years of age, of West Penn Township, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital Carbon Campus. A man defined by his tireless work ethic and deep roots in the soil, Arlen spent his life cultivating the multi-generational family farm in Andreas. From tending the dairy herd and laying chickens to harvesting the family orchard and crops, Arlen honored the traditions passed down from his late parents, Franklin and Mildred (Fritzinger) Troxell. Surviving...

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01/18/2026

Dorothy A. Fritz

Dorothy A. (Haas) Fritz, 88 years of age, of Mahoning Township, Lehighton Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, and her husband of 70 years, Arthur C. Fritz. Dorothy’s life was defined by her unwavering devotion to her family. As a doting "Grand-ma," she instilled in her children and grandchildren an unbreakable commitment to family, faith, and community. She was a pillar of strength and kindness to all who...

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01/13/2026

Brenda Lee Yeakel

Brenda Lee Yeakel, 60, of Andreas, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She demonstrated grace and positivity as she courageously battled a terminal illness. Born on February 4, 1965, in Palmerton, she was the beloved daughter of the late Kenneth J. and Lois E. (Ahner) Schrantz. As the cherished baby of her large family, Brenda’s sweet disposition and devotion to others were evident from a young age. She will be deeply...

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01/10/2026

Curtis J. Bailey

Curtis J. Bailey, a cornerstone of the New Ringgold community and a respected businessman, passed away peacefully at home on January 8, 2026, at the age of 93. He was surrounded by the love of his life and wife of 74 years, Dorothy K. (Bendrick) Bailey. Born Thursday, April 7, 1932 in West Penn Township the son of the late Milton N. and Mabel (Miller) Bailey. Curtis was also predeceased by; son, Curtis D. Bailey.; sisters, Helen Wertman, Rachel Evertt,...

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