All Obituaries

Daniel Mills, died at home in Kingston.  Arrangements are being finalized for a visitation on Tuesday and Funeral on Wednesday.

Eric J. Meriesky, 21, of Larksville, died Wednesday, May 22, 2019.   Born in Plains Township, he was the son of Joseph and Luann Meriesky Carpenetti of Larksville and was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School. Eric was a Senior at Penn State and aspired to become a Lawyer.   In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sister, Erin Foster of Plymouth Meeting; brother, Adam Meriesky of Larksville, nieces Elle and Lily, aunts, uncles and cousins.   A Mass of...

Maureen Szczucki, of Edwardsville, died Monday, May 13, 2019, in Mercy Center, Dallas.   Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of the late John E. and Jule Ann Heffernan Szczucki and was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School. She was employed as a food manager and was a member of St. Mary's Immaculate Conception Church, Wilkes-Barre.   Maureen was preceded, in addition to her parents, by her brother, John E. Szczucki.   She is survived by her sisters,...

Florence M. Storz, RN of Larksville, died peacefully at home late Saturday evening, May 18, 2019.   Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of the late Martin S. and Viola Siemienowicz Nareski and was a graduate of Marymount High School, where she played Vinny in "Life with Father" when she was a senior.  She was also a graduate of College Misericordia, where she earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing Education.  A women of great faith, she was a...

Theresa Fuss, of Edwardsville, died Saturday, May 4, 2019. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at 10:00 am in St. John the Baptist Church, 126 Nesbitt Street, Larksville, with Reverend Gerry Gurka officiating.  Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Pringle.   Arrangements by Andrew Strish Funeral Home, 11 Wilson Street,...

James John Fisher, 85, of Larksville, died Monday, April 15, 2019, in the VA Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre.   Born in Larksville, he was the son of the late Richard Francis and Loretta Theresa McGowan Fisher and was a graduate of Larksville High School and Penn State University, where he earned his degree in Engineering. Jim served his country proudly during the Korean Conflict in the United States Army.   He was a Mine Subsidence Surveyor for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania...

John Watkins Harrison “Jugger” of Edwardsville, died Tuesday, March 19, 2019 in Sacred Heart Hospice, Dunmore.   The son of the late Earl and Mable Watkins Harrison, John was born in Wilkes-Barre on June 1, 1933 and was a graduate of Edwardsville High School. He served his country proudly during the Korean Conflict in the United States Army with the rank of Corporal. He worked for Bridon American, prior to retirement and was an avid hunter and fisherman.   He was a...

Malvin J. Little, 68, of Larksville, died at home, Monday, March 11, 2019, with family by his side.   Born in Wilkes-Barre, July 24, 1950, he was the son of the late Warren and Elizabeth LaFrance Little and was a corrections officer and constable, prior to retirement. He was an avid New York Mets Baseball and Dolphins Football Fan.   He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by sisters, Janet Sheply, Elizabeth Turak, Bonnie Turak and Edith Gavrish.   He is...

John Paul Papiesz, 55, of Pittston, died Sunday, February 17, 2019, at home with family by his side.   Born in Pittston, he was the son of the late John A. and Gloria Cremard Papiesz, served his country in the Army National Guard and worked in Road Construction. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an artifacts collector.   John is survived by his loving wife, Alfreda; stepdaughter, Susan Kimsel; granddaughter, Katelynn Kimsel; sister, Lisa Gulla and brothers, David Papiesz...

Agnes L. Silsby, of Pringle, died Thursday, February 7, 2019 in the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital with family by her side.   Born September 9, 1951, in Kingston, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Dorothy James Rood and was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School. Agnes was employed as a bank teller for Community Bank and was a member of Restored Church, the Dallas Community Church.   She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Silsby Jr. and brother, Earl...