All Obituaries

Mathias R. “Tuck” Brickler, 68, of Andreas, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, in his home. He was the husband of Susie (Miller) Brickler. They were married on April 25, 1998, and celebrated 25 years of marriage. He was last employed at Lehigh Valley International Airport as an air traffic controller. Born in Northampton, he was the son of the late Mathias R. Sr. and Reeta (Yeanish) Brickler. He was a member of St. Peter’s Church, West Penn, the church building...

Elwood Mantz, 95, formerly of Hecla, PA, passed away on March 10, 2024, at Providence Place, Pottsville, PA. He was a resident there since March 2023.  Elwood was born on December 9, 1928, in Coaldale, PA. He was the son of the late Charles and Edna (Adams) Mantz.  He was the widower of Joan M. (Nester) Mantz who passed away on July 21, 1979. Also preceded by death of two brothers (Norman Mantz and Edwin Mantz) and two sisters (Pauline Cunfer and Betty Fritz). He is survived by...

Gloria J. Nester, 79, of Orwigsburg, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem. She was the wife of Kenneth C. Nester. They were married on June 17, 1967 and celebrated 56 years of marriage. Gloria was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a homemaker and dedicated her life to working on the family dairy farm. Born in Schuylkill Township, Mary D, she was the daughter of the late Grace Jeffery. Gloria loved the close relationship she had with...

Andrzej Szymczyk, 73, of New Ringgold, Pennsylvania, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024, in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Carbon Campus. He was the husband of Grazyna “Grace” (Przezdziecka) Szymczyk. They were married on July 1, 1971, and celebrated 52 years of marriage. He graduated with a degree in building engineering from Polytechnika Krakowska University in Krakow, Poland. Prior to retiring, he worked as a building engineer, inspector, and in home construction. Born in...

Helen A. Frey, 99, of Lehighton, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, January 26, 2024. She was the wife of the late Ralph D. Frey. They were married for 72 years until his passing on September 24, 2013. She was a devoted housewife, mother, and grandmother. Born in Mantzville, she was the daughter of the late Daniel M. and Verna M. (Mantz) Miller. She was a member of St. Peter’s Church, West Penn, a former member of the church’s L.C.W., the Retirees, and a member of...

Charles C. “Chester” Snyder, 78, of Andreas, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Carbon Campus. He was the husband of the late Jean A. (Troxell) Snyder. Together, they were co-owners of Charles S. Snyder, Inc. Farm Equipment, Tamaqua. Born in Tamaqua, he was the son of the late Charles F. and Kadie M. (Jones) Snyder. He was a member of St. Peter’s Church, West Penn. Chester was a life-long farmer and he enjoyed and was competitive with...

Diane L. Meyers Decker, 59, of New Ringgold, formerly of Spring Hill, FL, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem. She was the wife of Thomas E. Decker. Prior to retiring, she was employed at various school districts as a maintenance supervisor. Born in Elmira, NY, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Jane (Finney) Somers. She was a member of Immanuel E.C. Church, Drehersville. Diane enjoyed puzzles, nature, the outdoors, and loved life. She...

Alan G. Romberger, 73, of New Ringgold, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024, in his home. He was the husband of Sandra (Moyer) Romberger. They celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on December 30, 2023. Prior to retiring, he was a lifelong carpenter. He was employed for over 40 years with Curtis J. Bailey, Inc. Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Albert and Miriam (Krammes) Romberger. He was a Marine veteran having served in Vietnam. Alan was an avid hunter. He loved...

Gary M. Zehner, 70, of Andreas, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023, in his home. He was the husband of Jeanmarie (Hammel) Zehner. They were married on April 25, 1992, and celebrated 31 years of marriage. Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Marlin G. and Betty Jane (Williams) Zehner. He was a member of Zion’s Stone Church of West Penn Township. He was also a life member of West Penn Rod and Gun Club. He enjoyed gardening, canning, woodworking, and hunting. He loved to...

Roger D. Kilpatrick Sr, 66, of Tamaqua, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, in the home of his son, Roger Jr, and his fiancée, Jennifer. He was the husband of the late Yvette (Lopez) Kilpatrick, who passed away on June 14, 2023. Prior to retiring, Roger was a life-long truck driver. Born in New York, New York, he was the son of the late Aida (Mendoza) Kilpatrick. He was of Catholic faith. He was a hard-core NY Mets and NY Jets fan and he liked to listen to rock music. He...