Allied Services Hospice & Palliative Care

12/02/2025

We extend our deepest condolences to the Sheridan family as it was our privilege to have been able to provide comfort care at home in Mary Jane’s time of need.

🙏🏻Mary Jane Sheridan, Clarks Summit, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon at her home surrounded by her family. Her husband of 52 years is Patrick J. Sheridan. Her greatest joy came from caring for her family, to whom she gave unwavering love, support, and guidance. She was a devoted mother, wife, sister, friend, and “Mimi” to her grandchildren.

Born March 12, 1951 in Scranton, Mary Jane was the daughter of the late James J. and Eleanor Huber Thomas. She was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and went on to work for the Scranton School District for 10 years. After spending years at home with her children, she joined the Diocese of Scranton for over 30 years, serving in the Office of Parish Ministries, Diocesan Schools Office, and culminating her career as the executive assistant to the Bishop of the Diocese of Scranton. She was a member of the Church of Saint Gregory, Clarks Summit, and formerly a member of St. Patrick’s Parish, West Scranton.

Also surviving are her daughters Jennifer Sheridan, Ed.D. and Kristen Sheridan Wozniak, FNP and her husband Ethan; her beloved grandchildren Ellia, Ryan, and Andrew Wozniak; her brothers James J. Thomas and his wife Carol, George T. Thomas and his wife Kathy, Patrick J. Thomas and his wife Gina, and sister Lori Thomas Wagner, as well as, several cherished nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her sister Eleanor M. Powell; her in-laws Charles J. and Mary T. Sheridan; brothers-in-law Thomas “TJ” Wagner and Joseph C. Sheridan.

Mary Jane’s family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the many talented, dedicated, and compassionate doctors, nurses, and health care professionals, who cared for her during her illness in Scranton and at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 10 a.m. in the Church of Saint Gregory, 330 North Abington Rd. Clarks Summit with The Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of the Diocese of Scranton serving as the principal celebrant.

Friends may call Wednesday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Vanston and James Funeral Home, 1401 Ash St., Scranton.

All those attending the funeral are asked to go directly to The Church of St. Gregory on Thursday morning.

Interment, Cathedral Cemetery.

To share a memory, to express your condolences to the family or to view Mary Jane’s memorial slideshow please visit jamesfamilyfunerals.com

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial offerings be directed to the Diocese of Scranton in thanksgiving for Mary Jane’s life. Memorial offerings should be forwarded to: Diocese of Scranton, Development Office, 300 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503.

Mary Jane Sheridan

November 28, 2025

12/01/2025

Our deepest sympathies are with the Herron family as it was our privilege to have been chosen to provide comfort care for this proud Veteran, in his time of need.

🙏🏻🇺🇸Gerald George (Louie, Poppy Jer) Herron passed away on November 27, 2025 at Allied Services Hospice Center in Scranton after a lengthy illness.

His wife of 50 years, Sharon Oakley Herron, passed away in November 2013.

Born in Duryea, he is the son of the late George and Ella Herron.
He graduated from Duryea High School. He then joined the United States Marines and later the Marine Reserves. He worked at Procter and Gamble from which he retired after 35 years.

Jerry enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid salmon fisherman taking many trips to Pulaski. He also enjoyed his Nascar races with his sister, even attending a race as a surprise for Father’s Day.
During the mid-50’s he put Duryea on the map, becoming a local hero, winning the soap box derby championship and going on to place in Akron, Ohio.

His true passion later became serving the community. He was a member of numerous fire companies, calling Nicholson his home, where he served as Chief for many years. Jerry was also partially responsible for his role in getting a rope rescue and confined space team for Lackawanna and surrounding areas.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.

Jerry is survived by two daughters, Lisa Iyoob (Ted Toma) and Tracy Kilmer; three grandchildren, Jason Iyoob (Jen), Amanda Carpenter (Tim), and Kyle Kilmer (Emily); seven great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and cousins.

He was predeceased by his sister, Jaqueline Herron.

A special thank you is extended to Jason for being Jerry’s caretaker.

Funeral services performed by Rev. John Shaffer will be held on Saturday, December 6th at 12:30pm in the new Nicholson Fire Company station, Main Street, Nicholson.

Friends and family may call from 10am until the time of the service.

A luncheon will follow the services.

Interment will be held at a later date in the Marcy Cemetery, Duryea.

Donations may be made to the Nicholson Fire Company in honor of Jerry.

To send an online condolence, http://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/gerald-g-herron

11/30/2025

Our deepest sympathies are with the Brophy family.

🙏🏻Kenneth J. Brophy, 74, of Shavertown, passed away Monday, November 17th, 2025, at Allied Services Hospice Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre.

Born in Rahway, NJ, he was the son of the late Joseph and Lenore Brophy.

Ken loved music and composed songs his entire life. He played lead guitar in many bands over the years. He was also passionate about tennis and was a certified professional tennis instructor.

In addition to his parents, Kenneth was preceded in death by his brother Michael.

Surviving are his partner, Lorna Graham; son, Connor Graham; and brother, Joseph Brophy and his wife Chris.

Friends may call on December 5, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 6:00pm at Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home, Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown.

Memorial donations may be made to Smile Train.

Kenneth J. Brophy

November 17, 2025

11/30/2025

Our deepest sympathies are with the Eagen and McDonald families as it was our privilege to have been a part of this special woman’s life journey.

🙏🏻Mary Eagen McDonald, beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, and friend to many, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2025. Born in Kingston, Pennsylvania, Mary was the second of four children to Joseph A. Eagen, Sr. and Nan Shovlin Eagen.

Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband, Dr. Herbert M. McDonald; her parents; her brothers Donald J. Eagen, Joseph A. Eagen, Jr., and James L. Eagen; and her nephew Joseph A. Eagen, III. She is survived by her sister-in-law Marguerite K. Eagen of Kingston, and her nieces and nephews: Thomas (Megan) Eagen of Kingston, Katherine (William) Thornton of Wyomissing, John (Maureen) Eagen of Philadelphia, and Robert (Jennifer) Eagen of Los Angeles, California, along with several great-nieces, great-nephews and nieces and nephews by marriage.

A graduate of Wyoming Seminary Preparatory School and Manhattanville College, Mary was a dedicated and accomplished community leader whose service touched countless lives. She served as a trustee of The University of Scranton, Manhattanville College, and Wyoming Seminary, and was a life member of the board and past president of the Family Service of Lackawanna County. Her commitment to education and community welfare extended through her work with the Friends of Weinberg Memorial Library.

Mary was a member and past president of the Lackawanna County Medical Auxiliary and served on the board of Meals on Wheels. Her passion for the arts was evident in her role as vice president of the Broadway Theatre League of Northeastern Pennsylvania. She also brought her leadership expertise to the business community as a director of the Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bank and the Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bancorp, Inc. for over 20 years.

The family wishes to thank the devoted staff at Clark Summit Senior Living, Allied Skilled Nursing, Allied Hospice, Visiting Angels, and the personal caregivers who provided loving care and support, especially Helen, Natalie, and Sonja.

The funeral will be Friday, December 5, 2025 from the Carlucci-Golden-DeSantis Funeral Home, Inc., 318 East Drinker Street, Dunmore, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. to be celebrated in St. Mary of Mount Carmel Church, Chestnut Street, Dunmore.

Family and friends may pay their respects at the funeral home from 8 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.

Interment will follow mass in St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Covington Township.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations in honor of Mrs. McDonald to the University of Scranton, Wyoming Seminary Preparatory School, Kingston, PA, or to the donor’s favorite charity.

To offer a condolence, please visit www.NEPA funeralhome.com.

Mary Eagen McDonald

November 20, 2025

11/28/2025

In Hospice & Palliative Care Month, it's important to know the differences between hospice care and palliative care. Director of Hospice & Palliative Programs at Allied Services, Laura Marion, is here to detail the characteristics of each care program.

11/28/2025

Our deepest sympathies are with the Ayers family.

🙏🏻William R. Ayers, Jr. age 65 of Falls, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at home, surrounded by his loving dogs.

He was born in Wilkes-Barre on August 12, 1960 and was the son of the late William Ayers, Sr. and Shirley Patton Ayers.

Bill attended Lake-Lehman High School and worked for several landscaping companies, pursuing his love of the outdoors. He also worked in several warehouses. Bill loved traveling with his wife on day trips and was an avid outdoorsman, including hunting and fishing. He was well known for his smile and spreading cheer among people. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by daughter, Lisa Ayers; grandson, Ralph William Goble; sisters, Charlene Yurko, Rae Ayers, and Cindy Ayers; brothers, Jack and Joe Ayers.

Bill is survived by his wife of 46 years, Brenda Keller Ayers; daughters, Kim Goble of Wilkes-Barre, Jennifer Smith of Tunkhannock, and Julie Jesso and husband Greg of Loyalville; siblings, Dan Ayers and his wife Lori, Holly Malinowski and her husband Rich, Kelly Johnson and her husband Marc, and Todd Ayers and his wife, Kim; grandchildren, Thomas, Andrew, Garrett, Cody, Brandon, William, Lacey, Edward and Raymond; great-grandchildren, Corline, Maelee, and Scarlett; numerous nieces and nephews; his precious dogs, Sam, Delilah, Nola and Buddy Blue.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM from the Curtis L. Swanson Funeral Home, Inc., corners of routes 29 and 118, Pikes Creek, with Pastor Ben Hubbell of the Noxen Bible Baptist Church, officiating.

Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorial donations can be made to go fund me page, https://gofund.me/7c14b3f33.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Dr. Saidman and Dr. Pernikoffs offices, as well as the Radiation Offices at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, and the Allied Hospice staff for their kind and loving care.

Online condolences can be made at clswansonfuneralhome.com

William R. Ayers, Jr.

November 25, 2025

11/28/2025

Our deepest sympathies are with the Doran family as it was our privilege to have been able to provide comfort care for Jean in her time of need.

🙏🏻Jean A. Doran, 77, of Hanover Township, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

Born December 9, 1947 in Hanover Township she was a daughter of the late Henry and Anna Sabalesky Doran.

A 1965 graduate of Hanover High School, Jean earned her degree from Wilkes University in 1969.

Jean embarked on a career in retail sales with Fowler, Dick, & Walker's The Boston Store and retired from Boscov's after forty years. She also helped operate the family farm throughout her life.

Jean enjoyed gardening and working outdoors. She was very involved in the lives of her nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews, and was the planner of many family trips through the years.

Jean was a member of the Church of Saint Aloysius and the Parish of Saint Robert Bellarmine.

She was preceded in death by her sisters Margaret Krupinski and Anne Doran Smith, brothers Robert J. Doran and John H. Doran, and nephew Robert L. Doran.

Her brother James and his wife Theresa Doran, sister-in-law Margaret Doran, brother-in-law Kenneth Krupinski, several nieces and nephews, her cat Trouble, and other family and friends will miss her very much.

Jean's family is grateful for the care she received from the staff at the Office of Dr. Paul Rutkowski and at Allied Services Hospice Center.

Celebration of Jean's Life takes place on Saturday, November 29, 2025, in the Church of Saint Aloysius, Barney and Division Streets in Wilkes-Barre. Visitation will begin at 9 AM, and a Funeral Mass will begin at 10 AM.

Donations to the Parish of Saint Robert Bellarmine are preferred and will honor Jean's memory.

Share memories and condolences with Jean's family at mjmclaughlin.com

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Allied Services Hospice & Palliative Care. 🍂 Today we’re especially thankful for the trust of our patients and families, and for the compassion of our care teams. May your day be filled with quiet comfort, love, and remembrance. 🧡

11/27/2025

Our deepest condolences are with the Tennesen family as it was our privilege to have been able to provide comfort care for Rick in his time of need.

🙏🏻Richard “Rick” Tennesen, 77, of the Sheatown section of Newport Township, passed away late Monday evening, November 24th 2025, under the care of Allied Services Hospice, Wilkes Barre, following an acute illness and hospitalization.

He married Megan Lewis, his lifelong sweetheart since the seventh grade, on May 30th 1970. Together, they built a loving home and family on over 55 years of marriage.

Born November 10th 1948 in Nanticoke, he was a son of the late Frederick and Eleanor Isbicki Tennesen. Rick graduated from Nanticoke High School, class of 1969 and also graduated with honors from Luzerne County Community College where he earned an associate's degree in Maintenance and Building Technology.

Rick had a long career with the Greater Nanticoke Area School District, where he enjoyed the camaraderie with his coworkers and liked hanging out and sharing coffee with them. He also loved traveling, cheering on Penn State football, going out to eat, feeding the squirrels, but most of all, he cherished time spent with family and friends.

He was a member of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Alden.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Tennesen; and a sister, Elaine Kuchinski.

Rick is survived by his devoted wife, Megan; daughters; Richelle Nowak and her husband, Michael, and Megan Zaremba and her husband, Michael; and son Richard R. Tennesen and his wife Shelby Tennesen; grandchildren, Zachary Nowak and his wife, Sara, Jordan Nowak, Tyler and Braden Zaremba, and Keira and Kolton Tennesen; great grandson; Dean Nowak; brothers, Frederick and Robert Tennesen; as well as several nieces and nephews; and many friends.

A Blessing Service will be held Friday, November 28th at 7:30 p.m. from Dinelli Family Funeral Home 170 East Broad Street, Nanticoke, with the Rev. James R. Nash, officiating.

Family and friends may call for viewing and visitation hours Friday from 4 p.m. until the time of the service.

11/25/2025

At Allied Services Hospice, our mission is to ensure every person receives comfort, dignity, and connection at end of life.

Through our partnership with Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, the No One Dies Alone program pairs trained medical student volunteers with hospice patients who may not have family at the bedside. Volunteers provide quiet presence and support in our Scranton and Wilkes-Barre facilities—offering reassurance to patients and peace of mind to families.

We’re grateful to these future physicians for leading with compassion and helping expand the circle of care in our community. 💚💙

Medical students at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine volunteer to sit with hospice patients at Allied Services’ hospice centers in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton through the No One Dies Alone program.

11/25/2025

Our deepest sympathies are with the Rempe family.

🙏🏻Sally A. Rempe, 71, of Taylor, died Friday at Allied Hospice. Her husband is Jim “King James” Rempe.

Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Albert and Pauline Mihalisin, she was a loving wife who enjoyed travelling the world with her husband.

Also surviving are two sisters, Helen Gravine and Richele Tomasetti; and nieces, nephews and cousins.

Arrangements by Thomas J Hughes FH Inc, 1240 St. Ann St., Scranton.

Sally A. Rempe

November 21, 2025

11/24/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wasielewski family as it was our privilege to have been able to provide comfort care at home in Daniel’s time of need.

🙏🏻Daniel Wasielewski, 82, of Wapwallopen passed away Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

He was born Feb. 24, 1943, in Pittston to the late Daniel and Nancy Lombardo Wasielewski. Daniel attended Pittston High School and worked as a welder at Foster Wheeler prior to his retirement. He enjoyed tinkering, gardening and Thursday afternoon bowling league at Chacko's in Wilkes-Barre, but nothing was more important to him than his family. Family and friends will always remember him as the favorite brother, uncle, pop-pop, friend, etc. who you could always count on to fix a computer, save a buck, or tell a joke he had up his sleeve. Maybe even literally! He played a mean game of cards and somehow always made his bid in pitch, even when dealt a lousy hand. In typical fashion, he won the last game he played. He will forever sing, "We are the champions!" while awaiting his card partners to catch up with him someday…mustard!

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Alan Wasielewski; and brother, Dominick Wasielewski.

He is survived by the love of his life, Patricia Fino Wasielewski; sons, Daniel Wasielewski and Mark Curry; daughters, Lisa Unvarsky and Jill Jones; siblings, Richard Wasielewski, Jeanette Smith, and Nancy Lee Whitecavage; grandchildren, AJ, Daniel, Joshua, Cassandra, Kelly, Anthony, Kayla, Bryce, and Molly; and multiple beloved nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Nat Gawlas Jordan Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre.

Condolences can be made by visiting Daniel's obituary at www.ngjfuneral.com.