Helen Grancey
, Pennsylvania
Helen Myshak Grancey 90 of Jermyn passed away peacefully at home after a battle with Lewy body dementia. Helen was married to her loving husband Tom for 67 wonderful years. The two lived independently in their home together. They were the proud parents of four daughters whom Helen considered her greatest legacy Susan Schlasta Dave of Scott Township Sandy Cavanaugh Jeff of Archbald Sharon Cleary Randy of Jessup and Stephanie Anuszewski Chet of Jermyn. Helen raised her girls while working as a beautician out of the beauty shop behind her home. Over the years she worked with Tom in their grocery stores drove a school bus and cut hair at Farview State Hospital. Her family was her whole world. She was blessed with 20 grandchildren and 20 greatgrandchildren and she was never happier than when her home was full. Helen loved to host from Sunday lunches to holiday celebrations and…
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Diane Spencer
, Pennsylvania
Diane Strasburger Spencer, 73, of Scranton, PA, passed away on Friday, October 9th. 2026.Born in Scranton, daughter of the late Willard and Ann Ferke Strasburger of Scranton. Diane was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School class of 1971.During her lifetime, Diane worked at Super Market Services for over 20 years and Adams Manor for several years. Before her health declined, Diane spent her retirement caring for her beloved grandchildren.Diane was an avid gardener. Her yard was beautifully decorated with all kinds of plants and flowers reflecting her deep appreciation of the outdoors. In her younger years, she enjoyed spending time at her family’s lake house and taking long walks with her dogs.Diane deeply loved animals, especially her cherished dogs and cats. She cared for every pet with extraordinary devotion, love, and comfort.Diane lovingly transformed her home through hard work and a talent for interior decorating. Her decorative chickens and…
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Joseph Callan
, Pennsylvania
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Kathleen A. Kellett
, Pennsylvania
Kathleen Ann Kellett was born on Monday February, 14 1955 in Scranton, PA to Robert E. Kellett & Jean L Kellett, nee Finkler.Kathy graduated from Technical High School in Scranton, PA in 1973 and worked for Citizens Bank during her years at Scranton Technical High School in a co-op opportunity provided by the high school. She went on to work in data processing for many years, notably for Walsh Associates and North Eastern Bank.Kathy spent an important and significant part of her life volunteering at St. Josephs Center, a facility for intellectual disabilities and autism, in various capacities. Her time there is a testimony to her loving heart and passion for giving.She is survived by her aunt, Patricia A Dee, nee Kellett, and many cousins and 2nd cousins.Kathy is also survived many loving friends from throughout her life who were always there to help. She also leaves behind here, beloved…
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Robert J. Selinsky
, Pennsylvania
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Eugenia A. Soulsby
, Pennsylvania
Eugenia A. “Jean” Matulavich Rempe Soulsby, 87, of Blakely died after a brief illness on Saturday October 10, 2026 at the Geisinger C.M.C. surrounded by family. She is survived by David, her husband, of 49years.Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Nellie Pashukonis Matulavich. She graduated from Scranton Technical High School in 1956, and, prior to retirement, worked for Gertrude Hawk until the age of 80.Jean was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, having many of them over on Friday nights.Jean fought hard to meet her 9th great-grandchild, a baby girl, who was born on October 10, 2026 in the same hospital just a few hours after she passed away.She loved doing jigsaw puzzles, reading, playing Scrabble, watching the Phillies and golf, gardening, and birdwatching. She adored…
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Ofelia Riviello
, Pennsylvania
Ofelia Riviello, 86, of Old Forge, died Saturday at home in the company of her loved ones. Her husband of 63 years is Robert “Bob” Riviello.Born in Big Foot, TX to the late Melquiades and Celia Hernandez Balderrama, she was a graduate of Devine High School in Texas. Ofelia was employed by Big Three Welding Co. in San Antonio, TX as a clerical worker. She later became a medical assistant while relocating to several areas during her husband Bob’s military service. A devout Jehovah’s Witness, Ofelia’s faith was paramount in her life. She was a talented cook, especially of Mexican and Italian cuisine, and loved to partake in the art of Macromet. She also enjoyed writing, cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles, and rooting for her favorite contestants on Dancing with the Stars.The family graciously acknowledges the nurses of Allied Services Home Hospice for their incredible and compassionate level of care.Also…
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Matthew Joseph Stefanelli
, Pennsylvania
Matthew Joseph Stefanelli, 45 of South Abington Township passed away suddenly on October 6th at Geisinger Community Medical Center after a cardiac event. His wife of 21 years is the former Marlee Lemoncelli.Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of Marlene and Thomas Stefanelli. From a very young age, everyone knew Matt by his infectious smile and sincere kindness. He cherished memories of summers at his family’s home at Pocono’s Arrowhead Lake with family & friends and remembered his lifeguarding days there as some of his best times. Because of his time there, Matt grew to love NE Pennsylvania, so after graduating from Monsignor Farrell High School in New York, he attended the University of Scranton. There he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Counseling and Human Services and his Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, along with a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Professional Counseling. The…
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Gerald Dipasquale
, Pennsylvania
Gerald J. DiPasquale, October 11, 2026Gerald J. DiPasquale, 90, passed away peacefully, Sunday at Hospice of the Sacred Heart. He is survived by his wife of 64 ,years Mary (O’Hara) DiPasqaule.Born in Peckville, he was the son of the late Gerald and Rose Paolucci DiPasquale. He was a 1954 graduate of Jessup High School and was employed by the RCA Corporation for many years until retirement.He was a lifelong Boston Red Sox fan. Above all he enjoyed spending time with his family.He is also survived by two sons, Gerald and Daniel, both of Jessup. Danny was his “Right Hand Man,” and was constantly by his side to make sure every step he took was a safe one, also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, John DiPasquale, his sisters, Teresa Gerek, Rose DiPasquale, Madeline Rodriguez and Lucille DiPasquale,…
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