John F. Gnidzinski, 74, of McAdoo, passed away suddenly July 12, 2022, at his home.  Born in McAdoo, he was the son of Joseph and Fannie (Scislaw) Gnidzinski. He was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul PNC Church, McAdoo. John was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed walking, hiking and fishing. Preceding him in death, were his sisters, infant June Gnidzinski, and Irene Waak, brother Joseph Gnidzinski, Sr. and nephew Joseph Gnidzinski, Jr. Surviving are his sisters Marion Sobolewski, McAdoo,...

Michael J. Lyons 1957 - 2022 Michael Joseph Lyons, 64, of Drums, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, August 2, 2022 in his residence. He was the husband of the late Barbara J. (Ritz) Lyons who passed away January 30, 2021. Born in Ambler, PA, he was a son of the late Thomas J. and Elizabeth (Lodge) Lyons. He was a member of Good Sheppard R.C. Church, Drums where he was an usher. He was also a former member of the Knights of Columbus.   He was employed in the shipping department...

Eugene M. Pohida, 88, of Haddock, passed away Friday morning at the Manor at St. Luke Village, Hazleton.           Born in Hazleton, he was the son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Schwalm) Pohida.          Eugene was a U.S. Army veteran.          Preceding him in death, were his brothers Gerald and Wayne...

John J. Supon, 75, of Hazleton, passed away suddenly Monday evening at his home.  Born in Hazleton, he was the son of the late Frank and Esther (Williams) Supon. John was a Vietnam War veteran serving in the U.S. Army. He was of the Protestant faith. Prior to retiring, he was employed as a truck driver. John was a member of the Pulaski Club and the McAdoo VFW Post 6708. Preceding him in death, were his sister Marion Milore, and brother Llewellyn “Butch”...

Helen Cortez, 91, of Hazleton, passed away Wednesday at the Manor at St. Luke Village, Hazleton.          Born in McAdoo, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Podolock) Kurtz.          She was a member of the former Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, McAdoo. Helen was very active and faithful to her church.          Prior to retiring, she...

Nicholas P. Nester, 83, of McAdoo, passed away Thursday morning at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Hazleton. Born in McAdoo, he was the son of the late Peter and Stella (Laganoski) Nester. He was a member of St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, McAdoo.  Nicholas was a Vietnam War veteran, serving in the U.S. Marine Corp. He was awarded numerous medals for his time of service including the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Meritorious Unit Commendation, and the Navy Achievement Medal and...

Catherine ‘Kay’ Temprovich, 90, of McAdoo, affectionately known as ‘Baba’, was taken by the angels to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday morning.  Born in McAdoo, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Susan (Rondish) Artim. Kay was a member of Church of All Saints, McAdoo. She was a devout catholic, practicing her faith and the love of God every day. She can be found saying the rosary daily and praying her devotion to the Divine Mercy. Prior to...

Linda A. Kondash, 59, of Tresckow, passed away Wednesday afternoon at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Hazleton, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Born in Hazleton, she is the daughter of Anna May (Bumbulsky) Galade of Cranberry and the late John Galade. She was a member of Holy Rosary R. C. Church, Hazleton. Linda enjoyed crafting and especially loved taking care of her precious granddaughter. She was a member of the Flying Aces Motorcycle Club and enjoyed traveling and taking...

Eugene R. Sobolewski, 74, of Barnesville, passed away Tuesday afternoon at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Hazleton, Gene was the son of the late Eugene J. and Florence (Gallagher) Sobolewski. He was a member of Church of All Saints, McAdoo, and a Vietnam War veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy. Gene was a co-founder of McAdoo Machine Co., Kelayres. While in the Navy, Gene served on the USS Boxer, and over the years, he participated in annual reunions for those who...

Marian McHugh, 84, of Kline Twp., passed away Wednesday morning at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Hazleton.  Born in Hazleton, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Julia (Hupcey) Eisenman. Marian was a member of Church of All Saints, McAdoo, and a former member of the parish choir. She was also a graduate of McAdoo High School. Marian loved the simple things in life, especially flowers. She was a devoted caregiver and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister,...