Portrait of Jeffrey G. Knowles

Jeffrey G. Knowles

, Pennsylvania

October 9, 2026

Jeffrey G. Knowles, 59, of Madisonville Township, PA passed away Saturday, October 10th, 2026 from a cardiac event.Jeffrey was born September, 19, 1967 to Shirley (Strausser) and Ezra Knowles. Jeff was a hard worker, that could build a house from the ground up with his bare hands. He was fiercely meticulous in everything he did, from the way he kept his lawn, his home, and his truck (and anyone who knew him knew he would never own a Ford) to his high work standards. If he put his name on it, it was done with a level of perfection. Jeff loved cooking, setting off fireworks and watching football. He was a wise guy and a die hard Dallas Cowboy fan, a necessary combo. As a devoted son, he cared deeply for his mother until her passing.Jeff had a soft heart wrapped in a hard shell, which meant he often struggled…

Portrait of Charles C. Frey

Charles C. Frey

, Pennsylvania

October 11, 2026

Charles C. “Chickie” Frey, 86, of Madison Twp. passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026 at Regional Hospital in Scranton. Married in February 1985 to the former Karen (Unger), the couple celebrated their 41st anniversary this year.Born in Madison Twp., he was the son of the late Clayton & Emma (Pagels) Frey. Charles graduated from Moscow High School, served in the U.S. Army and worked for Pepsi Cola in Scranton as a vending machine mechanic.Living in Madison Twp. his whole life, Charles gave back to his community by serving on the fire police at Madisonville Independent Fire Department and was elected as a township supervisor for several terms.As a lifelong farmer, he made hay on his land yearly, until he was promoted to director, always making sure things were done the right “his” way.Nothing made him prouder than his family and he beamed with pride as his children and grandchildren…

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