Citizens' Voice

It is with regret we announce the passing of Linda Sechak Rosick, age 78, of Fayetteville, TN formerly of Glen Lyon, PA. Linda was born June 4, 1944, in Glen Lyon to the late Peter and Arlene Kern Sechak. She passed away January 25, 2023, at her residence in Fayetteville. Linda was a life-long resident of Glen Lyon until the early 2000's when she and her husband moved to Lincoln County, TN to be closer to her beloved daughter and grandchildren. While in Pennsylvania she worked at Tarnowski's Market and was well-known and loved by her customers. After raising her daughter and sending her off to college, Linda began her career in the banking industry. She continued that career until her...

Thomas G. Herstek age 85, passed away on January 17, 2023 at UPMC West Shore Hospital in Mechanicsburg, PA. He was born on October 5, 1937 in Wilkes Barre, PA. son of Andrew and Mary Herstek (Welgosh). Thomas worked in the banking industry for Northeastern Bank of PA as the Vice President of corporate planning before his retirement. He was responsible for managing and directing the planning of Northeastern Bancorp and its subsidiaries. He graduated from Kings College in Wilkes Barre, PA. with a Bachelor of Arts Degree and lectured at numerous professional and technical education seminars, which included data processing, management productivity improvement, and accounting. He served on the...

Donald Henry Sachs departed this life on January 14, 2023. Don was born February 7, 1929, in Rochester to Louise (Bramer) and Arthur Sachs. His brother Robert and wife Mildred (Lind) (both deceased) had three sons; Ted married to Linda McCartney, Edward married to Sarah Morrison, and Richard (deceased). His cousin was Jean Meskill of Spencerport, NY. (deceased) Don graduated East High, got a B.S. from Heidelberg College, Tiffin, OH where he enjoyed trips with their choir. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1951, served in Chateauroux, France at a NATO supply base. He traveled to many countries before returning home in 1954 because of his father's death. His museum career began at Bausch...

Robert E. Mioduski, age 90, of Aberdeen, Maryland passed away on December 16, 2022. Born in Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Joseph and Sophia (Stryczynski) Mioduski. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was a veteran of the Korean War. Following his military service, he attended college and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and later a Master of Science degree in Statistics. He enjoyed a lengthy career as an Operations Research Analyst working at the Aberdeen Proving Ground. He was a baseball fan, especially of the Boston Red Sox, and played both baseball and softball throughout his life. While in high school, Robert was even...

Ronald A. Rittenmeyer, 75, of Plano, Texas died in the comfort of his loving family on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. Ron was born in Wilkes Barre, Pa. and is survived by his wife of 48 years, Hedy, his daughter Ashley and son-in-law Jayson. He was the proud grandfather to Liam and Logan. Additional family members include his sister Shirley Moore Brown, several nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. His beloved son Christopher Allen Rittenmeyer preceded him in death in 2016. He is also preceded in death by his brother Harold Rittenmeyer, Jr. and his parents Harold and Shirley (Hitchner) Rittenmeyer. Ron lived a legacy of leadership at the helm of 15 companies across numerous...

On Thursday, September 29, 2022, Nancy Fiore of Ellicott City, MD passed away peacefully at home. She was the beloved wife of Charles Fiore; devoted mother of Christopher Fiore and Mary Skiles and her fiance Dean; loving grandmother of Madison Skiles; dear sister of Rita Peters and her husband Robert; also survived by several loving nieces and nephews. Nancy was predeceased by her parents, Patrick and Catherine Hayden and by her sister, Kathleen Hayden. Family will receive friends at Harry H. Witzke's Family Funeral Home, 4112 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott City on Sunday, October 9 from 5 to 7pm, with a Memorial Service at 7pm. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in...

Victor J. "Jim" Musselman, 84, of Danville and formerly of Dorrance, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville surrounded by his family. Born in Rohrsburg, on June 17, 1938, he was a son to the late Raymond Otto Musselman and the late Minnie (Everett) Torres. Mr. Musselman attended a one room schoolhouse near his home. He went on to a long career in the building trades, working with the Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 215. Jim attended Trinity Methodist Church in Danville. He was a member of the Washingtonville Volunteer Fire Company and Danville Moose Lodge 1133. Jim was a model railroad enthusiast and enjoyed gardening. He...

Patricia M. Sergott, 80, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2022 at the Hershey Medical Center. She was the wife of the late John W. Sergott, Sr. Born in Nanticoke, PA on June 6, 1941, Patricia was a daughter of the late Edward and Mae (Babula) Gajda. She was a member of St. Mary's Church. She enjoyed going on cruises, being in the outdoors, and socializing with her friends. She was the former Vice President of the Bobby Vinton Booster Club. Patricia is survived by two sons, John W. Sergott, Jr., husband of Ginger, and Kyle A. Sergott, husband of Diana; three grandchildren, Kalin, Seth, and Veronica Sergott; one great granddaughter, Alice; a sister, Carol Baron; and many nieces and nephews....

94, of New Port Richey, passed away January 28, 2022. Edward was born and raised in Wilkes-Barre, PA as one of 12 children and was a proud WWII US Army Veteran. He moved to New Jersey after enlistment and retired to New Port Richey. Edward had a passion for photography. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Ann Sinavage and his granddaughter Jessie Sinavage. Edward is survived by his children Edward A. Sinavage and Liane Oliveri; grandson T.J. Sinavage; great-granddaughter Tara Sinavage; and many loving nieces and nephews.

Patricia M. Marr, 88 of Germantown, Tennessee, passed away on January 14, 2022 Patricia (Pat), was born in 1933 at home, in Jenkins Township, Pennsylvania near Pittston, to Patrick and Eleanor (Gavin) Feeney. There, she grew up with her three sisters and one brother, in the coal region of Luzerne County. Pat, a lifelong Catholic, was active in her church, and also loved singing, dancing, telling drama-filled stories and sports. A cheerleader in high school, she continued spiritedly cheering for her teams all her life. After graduating from St. John's High School, she completed training at Pittston Hospital School of Nursing, and became a registered nurse at the hospital. In...

James J Coutts, 73, passed away Friday October 29, 2021. James was born and raised in Forty Fort, PA son of John and Mildred Coutts. While in Forty Fort, James spent 2 years as a driver with the Forty Fort Fire Department from 1969 to 1970 and had a lifelong passion for the profession. After obtaining his degree in accounting and getting married James moved to Hummelstown, Pa where he resided for 40 years. James had a long career with the Commonwealth of PA and retired after 30 years as an accounting systems analyst. He was a Mason and a member of the Hershey Brownstone Lodge. After retiring 16 years ago he and his wife enjoyed their 2 grandchildren. They moved to The Villages, FL. In 2016....

Joe Gutkoski died peacefully August 5, 2021; 94 years old. He was born to Barney and Mary Gutkoski in Wilkes-Barre, PA and was raised as a Pennsylvania deer hunter, trout fisherman, mushroom and berry picker, hickory nut, walnut, hazel nut, butternut and Yes, American chestnut gatherer. Joe graduated from the township high school and enlisted in the Navy in WW II where he served on the Destroyer Lansdowne. He graduated from Penn State University under the WW II GI Bill with a BS degree in Landscape Architecture. He began work with the US Forest Service in the late 1940's as a fire fighter in Idaho. He transferred to Missoula, MT where for 13 years he worked as Smoke Jumper, squad leader and...

Michael Galaida, Jr., 45, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 12, 2021 at INOVA Fairfax Hospital Fairfax, VA surrounded by his loving family. Michael was a 1993 graduate of Bishop Hoban Catholic High School and a Graduate of California University of Pennsylvania. He led in the pharmaceutical sales industry, for over a decade, serving as a representative with PDI; and a surgical sales representative for GlaxosmothKline (GSK); and Alcon Laboratories. Following a professional career in the pharmaceutical industry, Michael was a successful entrepreneur, serving as co-owner of Clean Method, a national commercial maintenance company. Michael's love was the fullest when spending time with...

Jack Lyons Robinson (85) of Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania passed away surrounded by his family on May 29, 2021 in Savannah, Georgia. Jack was born in Easton, Pa and played Middle Linebacker at Easton High School and was offered a football scholarship to Georgia Institute of Technology. He chose to become a Marine and served honorably during the Korean War. He married Norma Evelyn Unangst Robinson on January 18, 1958 and is survived by her and their three children Robin Emma Greco (Savannah, Ga.), Jack George Robinson (Wilkes Barre Pa.), and Dean Lyons Robinson (Wilkes Barre, PA.), one sister - Ann Adams (Bethlehem, PA.), seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren and his best friend...

Leonard Bogumil died peacefully from complications of heart disease on Saturday, April 24, 2021 in New Port Richey, Florida. He is survived by his loving family. Wife Darlene, Daughter Linda Chaney, Son Jeffrey and Grandchildren, Taylor, Haille & Hunter. He was preceded in death by his siblings Louise Tomko, Robert Bogumil, Shirley Bogumil, Jean Smith, and Walter Bogumil. Leonard was born and raised in Wilkes-Barre, PA, born November 26, 1930. The Son of Polish Immigrant parents Walter Bogumil and Anna Royzek Bogumil. After graduating from GAR High School in Wilkes-Barre, PA, Leonard enlisted in the USAF. He served as a B-47 co-pilot in the Strategic Air Command in Korean war...

Robert T. Williams (Bumper) of Sweet Valley and Dallas,Pa. passed away on April 8,2021 at Cornerstone Hospice House,The Villages, Florida with his loving wife Fran by his side. Bob and Fran spent the past 15 years being snow birds in Florida, but returned every spring back to their home town in Pa. Robert was born October 23,1938, son of the late Griffith and Grace Williams of Ashley, Pa. He graduated from Ashley H.S. class of 1956. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country. He retired in 2001 from SCI, Dallas as a Correctional Officer and was a proud member of their pistol shooting team. He also was a member of the VFW in Glen Lyon. Preceding him in death beside his...

James Anthony Zaykoski, 57 of Mount Airy, MD passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 in Mount Airy, MD. Born on April 20, 1963 in Wilkes Barre, PA. He was the son of the late Carl Zaykoski and Dorothy (Sefcik) Zaykoski. He graduated valedictorian from Greater Nanticoke Area High School in 1981 and went on to attend Wilkes College where he also graduated valedictorian with a bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering. He received his Master's and Doctorate degrees from the University of Maryland while employed at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Bethesda, MD and continued his career there for 36 years. He enjoyed being around his family and friends and had a love for...

David L Eddy, 91 of Murrells Inlet, SC passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Tideland Waccamaw Community Hospital where he had been a patient of one week with his family around him. Born in Courtdale, PA, he was the son of the late David S. and Diantha Eddy. He was a 1948 graduate of Forty Fort High School where he excelled in wrestling. David had retired after 45 years of service from Bertels Can Company in Kingston, PA. In retirement, he enjoyed bowling and golfing. He was a member of Lehman Idetown United Methodist Church for 70 years. He was preceded in death by his brothers, George and Arthur, a sister, Dorothy and a daughter in law, Sharon Eddy. Surviving is his wife of...

On February 4, 2021, Mary Jane Lakatta; beloved sister of Dr. Edward G. Lakatta and his wife Loretta, and Patricia (Lakatta) Hergenroeder and her husband Bob Hergenroeder. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jane was a long-time resident of Wilkes-Barre, PA and a volunteer of 34 years at Mercy Hospital. Services and interment private. Memorial contributions may be made to Stella Maris, Development Office, 2300 Dulaney Valley Road, Timonium, Maryland 21093.

Arno O. Miller, 76, of Swatara Township, formerly of Dallas, PA, husband of Donna L. (Derr) Miller, passed away Monday February 1, 2021 at his home. A Memorial Service and Celebration of His Life are being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions being made to Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 420 North Progress Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17109. Those wishing to read his complete obituary or share memories and condolences with the family are invited to visit BitnerCares.com.

Ballston Lake, NY Amos Reakes of Ballston Lake died on Monday, January 25, 2021, at the Fulton Center for Rehab in Gloversville, NY. She was 91. Born in Ceasetown, PA, he was the son of Amos Reakes and Anna Pavlick Reakes Kruger. A graduate of Ed Lenman High School, class of 1947, Mr. Reakes worked as a computer operator for the state of New York in Albany retiring in 1986. He is survived by his brother, Robert N. Reakes of Hagaman, nephew, Robert D. Reakes (Lucinda) of Fort Johnson, NY, niece, Down Kosiba (Lee) of Broadalbin, NY, 3 grand nephews, R.J. Reakes, Austin Reakes, and Bryan Kosiba, also survived by many cousins. A private funeral will be held at the convenience of the family....