Graziano Funeral Home

11/11/2025

A little background as why Veterans day cant just be on a monday for an extended weekend!! This year veterans day falls on Tuesday, November 11, 2025

In the USA, Veterans Day annually falls on November 11. This day is the anniversary of the signing of the armistice, which ended the World War I hostilities between the Allied nations and Germany in 1918. Veterans are thanked for their services to the United States on Veterans Day.

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11/04/2025

Lucille M. Toole, 96, recently passed away peacefully, at Embassy of East Mountain Nursing Home in Wilkes-Barre, where she was a guest for the past two months.

Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Catherine (Hawazinska) and Frank Lis. In her younger years she worked at various factories in the area and later helped with catering at St. Mary’s Center in Scranton. She met her future husband, Tom, a firefighter, when he was stationed across the street where she lived. The rest, as they say, is history. They moved to Minooka, built a home, and raised two daughters. She dedicated herself to her most cherished role as devoted homemaker and caregiver to family members during her life.

Visitation will be held Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Graziano Funeral Home, Pittston Township, from 5-7pm.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025 at 10:30am from St. Stanislaus Cathedral, 529 East Locust Street, Scranton. Those who plan on attending are asked to go directly to church the morning of the funeral.

Interment will follow in Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.

For further information or to share a memory of Lucille, please visit www.GrazianoFuneralHome.com

11/03/2025

Edward “Ed” Trowbridge, 64, of Old Forge, formerly of Pittston, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer over the past four years. Born on November 19, 1960, Ed was the devoted husband of 45 years to Carrie; the loving father of Michael and Alyssa, and the late Christopher; and the proud grandfather of Mason, Molly, and MJ.

Ed built a distinguished career in the manufacturing industry and was widely regarded as a steady leader with a solutions mindset. He mentored colleagues, championed quality and safety, and earned the respect of peers and partners across the field.

Away from work, Ed’s happiest days were spent with family and friends, often on the golf course. A passionate golfer and lifelong music lover, he brought warmth, humor, and an easy laugh to every gathering.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlotte and Edward; his brother, Bruce; and his son, Christopher.

In addition to his wife, Carrie, he is survived by his children, Michael and Alyssa; his daughter in law, Megan Trowbridge; his grandchildren, Mason, Molly, and MJ; and a large circle of extended family and friends who will miss him dearly.

Ed will be remembered for his strength, his humor, his love of music, and his unwavering dedication to the people he loved. He is deeply loved and will be forever missed.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., 700 S.Twp. Blvd., Pittston Twp., PA 18640.

Calling hours will be held from 2pm-4pm on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at the funeral home.

For further information or to share a memory of Ed, please visit www.GrazianoFuneralHome.com

11/01/2025

Josephine Mary Nesgoda, 82, of Pittston Township, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on December 9, 1942, in Pittston Township, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Tarullo) DeMarco.

She was a graduate of Pittston Township High School. She was active in the Pittston Township All-Class Reunion Committee and the Italian American Association. She was a lifelong resident of Pittston Township. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont. She was known for her stubborn yet sassy personality.

In addition to her parents Josephine was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Frank Nesgoda, who passed away in 2008, her granddaughter, Brianne Nesgoda, and her brothers Leonard DeMarco and Charles DeMarco.

She is survived by her daughter, Rochelle Roman and husband Daniel; her son, James Nesgoda and wife Lorianne; her son, Joseph Nesgoda; her cherished grandchildren, Abigail Roman and Joshua Roman; and her brother, Nicholas DeMarco and wife Mary Louise, and sister-in-law, Elaine DeMarco, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 215 Lackawanna Avenue, Dupont, PA 18641, on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the Hospice of the Sacred Heart for the compassionate and extensive care provided to Josephine in her final days.

For further information or to share a memory of Josephine, please visit www.GrazianoFuneralhome.com

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10/27/2025

Geraldine Montagna, 95 of Pittston, passed away on October 26, 2025 surrounded by family at Allied Skilled Nursing, Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Born November 29, 1929. She was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Chicanoski) Bolka of Hanover Twp. (Breaslu Section).

Gerry spent her career as a housewife and worked in the garment industry for many years. She loved cooking meals for her family and on holidays you could always find her in the kitchen preparing for everyone.

In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by her husband, Joseph Montagna; brothers, Joseph, Stanley, and William Bolka.

She survived by her children, Sal Montagna (Joanne) Rosemary Desanto, (Joe) and Mary Jo Montagna; grandchildren, Joseph Montagna (Bekah), Jeffery Montagna (Lindsey), Joel Desanto (Michele), Justin Desanto (Meredith), Robert Reedy (Brittany) and Eric Reedy. She is also survived by her nine great grandchildren along with her brother Eugene Bolka, Mountain Top PA.

The family would like to thank the third-floor staff from Allied Services Meade Street Skilled Nursing for their kindness, care and compassion in caring for Gerry.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., 700 S. Twp. Blvd, Pittston Township, PA 18640.

A public viewing will be held from 8am-9am on Friday, October 31, 2025 at the funeral home.

Funeral services will begin at the funeral home at 9am Friday. Those who plan on attending are asked to be at the funeral home no later than 8:45am.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, at 9:30am from St. Joseph Marello Parish, 237 William St., Pittston, PA 18640.

Interment will be private. Gerry will be laid to rest in St. Rocco’s Cemetery, Pittston Twp., PA.

For further information or to share a memory of Gerry, please visit www.GrazianoFuneralHome.com

10/25/2025

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of our beautiful daughter Leslie Nadine Maiorana, 52 years old of Duryea Pa. Born on April 16th 1973 she is the daughter of Bud and Mary (Volpe) Maiorana of Pittston.

Leslie passed away on Thursday, October 23rd surrounded by her loving family. Our hearts are broken and she will be forever missed.

Along with her parents she is survived by her brother Charles, sister-in-law Melissa, her beloved nephew Nico, aunts and uncles Sally and Frank Restuccia, Hilda and Sam Sciandra and several special cousins and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by Father Paul McDonnell OSJ, will be held at St Joseph Marello Parish, 237 William St, Pittston, on Wednesday October 29th. Visitation is from 12 to 1:00 pm at the church with the mass to follow.

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10/02/2025

Michael David Dantone, 69, of Pittston, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on September 30th, 2025. He was born on February 6th, 1956 at Pittston Hospital. Michael was a beloved father and avid musician throughout the Wyoming Valley.

Michael was known for his dedication to his crafts. He was an expert bass player, playing live in bands in the area for a good portion of 50 years. Mike was a master carpenter for most of his professional life, and always grew his own tomatoes for his Sunday sauce. In later years he discovered a passion for model trains, educating himself on everything there was to know about them. Locals would often seek his advice at the Pittston Train Shop for repairs and the like. Mike loved being around his family the most, hosting gatherings with only the best Italian foods and usually the Yankees or Eagles game on tv.

Michael is survived by his children, Michael “Nino” Dantone, Roxanne Dantone and partner Jonathan Uritz, Ranee Dantone, Matthew Dantone and partner Megan McDonald, Mark Dantone and wife Jennifer Dantone; along with his cherished grandchildren, Maya and Michaela Dantone, Anthony Marshall, Mason Dantone and Lucia Uritz. Also surviving is sister, Marie Dantone.

He was preceded in death by his son, Dominick Dantone; father, Dominick Dantone and mother, Margaret (Gazey) Dantone.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., 700 South Twp. Blvd., Pittston Twp., Pa 18640

Viewing hours will be held on Monday, October 6, 2025 from 8-9am at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 9:30am from St. Joseph Marello Parish (Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church) 237 William St., Pittston, PA 18640.

Graveside committal services will follow in St. Rocco’s Cemetery, Pittston Twp., PA

For further information or to share a memory of Michael, please visit www.GrazianoFuneralHome.com