The Obituary Section

Angel Pagan

, Pennsylvania

Angel Pagan 81 of Stroudsburg Pennsylvania died Monday May 11 2026 at home with his loving family by his side. He was the husband of Maria Morales with whom he shared 32 years of marriage. Born in Villalba Puerto Rico he was the son of the late Ramon Pagan and Christina Gonzalez. Angel moved to the United States when he was 21 years old and worked as a cabinet and furniture maker. He was a loving father and grandfather putting family above all else. He loved to make people laugh. Angel enjoyed watching sports and rooting for the Eagles Mets and sometimes the Yankees but favored wrestling and boxing. He also appreciated the outdoors and would spend time walking his beloved dog Mookie taking in the wonders of nature. Along with his wife Angel is survived by his children Yolanda Vargas Marilyn Pagan Angel Luis Pagan Jr Richard Pagan Angel…

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Ajani Samuels

, Pennsylvania

Ajani Jermaine Raymond Samuels 5 of Bronx New York died Sunday May 10 2026. Born in Queens New York he was the son of Jermaine Samuels and Morella Browne. Ajani was an energetic loving child who was always smiling. He enjoyed playing organizing things and loved to color. His short time on earth leaves a lasting impact on all who were blessed to know him. Along with his parents Ajani is survived by his siblings Jahquana Kiarra Jahquani Kimani and Reanna Samuels grandmother Ruthlyn Mason aunts uncles Lorna Goodwine Rachel Samuels Lashley Philip Patrick Philip Avonelle Philip Nadine McEwenBrowne Costello Francis Denise Francis Kerene Samuels Raymond Samuels as well as many other aunts and uncles. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday May 26 2026 at 1200pm at the Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church 915 N 5th Street Stroudsburg PA 18360. Family will receive friends from 1000 am to the time…

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Frank Benincasa

, Pennsylvania

May 12, 2026

Frank Benincasa age 74 of East Stroudsburg, PA passed away May 13, 2026, at his residence.Frank was born in Jersey City, NJ on November 25, 1951, son of the late Frank N. and Cecelia (Chodakiewicz) Benincasa.He was the loving husband of the late Karen Benincasa who passed away November 11, 2022.Though his time with us ended all too soon, his spirit will live on in every memory, every note of his favorite songs and every moment of joy that reminds us of him. Frank was a accomplished lifetime musician.Frank had worked as a salesperson for At Your Service Real Estate in Effort, PA.He attended Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Gilbert, PA.We have been blessed with the presence of Frank in our lives. He will be missed by his children: Michael Benincasa and spouse Jackie of Effort, PA, Jeffrey Benincasa and spouse Allison of Christina, TN, a stepdaughter:…

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Rose M. Morgan

, Pennsylvania

Rose M. Morgan, 67 of Stroudsburg, PA passed away with her loving family at her side on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospital of Bethlehem in Bethlehem, PA.Rose was born in Easton, PA on September 18, 1958, daughter of the late David Morris and Dolly (Palmer) Smith.She was the loving wife of the late James Victor Morgan who preceded her in death in May 2002.Rose had worked in the food service department at East Stroudsburg University in East Stroudsburg, PA.We have been blessed with the presence of Rose in our lives. She will be deeply missed by her children: Steven Morris and Stacy Morgan both of Stroud Township, PA.Rose is also survived by two half-sisters: Rocky and Karen, a niece: Kaila Deese, a nephew: Robert Smith and spouse Brittany, several cousins and extended family.In addition to her husband James, she was preceded in death by a sister: Rebecca…

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William R. Mccormick

, Pennsylvania

William “Bill” R. McCormick, 76, of Kunkletown, PA, passed away with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest in Allentown, PABill was the loving husband of Tina (DeLuca) Furtado. They were together 22 years and married on July 31, 2018.He was born in Youngstown, OH, on December 1, 1949, son of the late Charles C. and Bonnie J. (Scarbrough) McCormick.Bill held several jobs throughout his life, but he was especially proud of his many years of service as a firefighter for Fairless Works in Fairless Hills, PA.In his younger days Bill loved to be outdoors, hunting, attending Rod & Gun Clubs and was a member of the NRA. He took great pride in his craftsmanship and had a remarkable eye for detail.Above all, Bill was a loving family man ~ warm, generous, and deeply devoted to his wife, children, and grandchildren.…

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Margaret E. Rowell

, Pennsylvania

Margaret E. Rowell, 103 of Somerville, NJ, passed away with her loving family at her side on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at her daughter's home in Saylorsburg, PA.Margaret was born in Somerville, NJ on August 7, 1922, daughter of the late George and Margaret (Sellers) Wharton.She was the loving wife of the late Charles F. Rowell.Margaret was a member of the United Reformed Church in Somerville, NJ where she sang in the Church Choir for 80 years.Margaret found wonder in the world around her and joy in every day. She loved to travel and lived in Saudi Arabia for four years. While living in Saudi Arabia she played piano in her church.Nothing brought her more joy than reading a good book, singing, playing piano or uprooting dandelions in her yard. She was called upon by many hospitals to donate her rare blood type and throughout her life she donated many…

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Lois F. Bachman

, Pennsylvania

Lois "Tootie" F. Bachman, 84 of Slatington, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Mahoning Valley Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Lehighton.Lois was born in Kunkletown on September 16, 1941, daughter of the late Homer P. Borger Sr. and Marveline E. (Green) Borger.She was the loving wife of the late James Bachman.Lois had worked as a trimmer in various blouse mills in Monroe and Lehigh Counties.She was a member of St. Matthew's UCC in Kunkletown.We have been blessed with the presence of Lois in our lives. She will be deeply missed by her siblings: Homer P. Borger Jr. and his companion Diane Rudelitch of Kunkletown and Phyllis Bond and spouse James of Kresgeville.Lois is also survived by a nephew: Brian Handwerk of Kunkletown, nieces: Julie Weiss and spouse Jeff, Jennifer Rufo and spouse Vincent, great nieces: Ella and Ryleigh Rufo and a great nephew Colton Rufo all of…

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