Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.

03/23/2026

Ruth Caporali

Ruth Altemeier Caporali, 83, of Carbondale, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton. She was preceded in death by her dear husband, Joseph J. Caporali, who passed away in March 2019.

Born in New Milford, she was the daughter of the late John and Esther (Lancaster) Altemeier. Ruth was a graduate of Blue Ridge High School and later earned her Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) certification. She dedicated herself not only to her profession, but also to her community. Ruth was a founding and original board member of the Carbondale Area Junior Sports Association, serving as a sponsor of the Carbondale Blitz and later the Carbondale Jr. Chargers Youth Football and Cheerleading organization. Her commitment helped shape youth athletics in the community for generations.

Ruth is survived by her loving family, including her three children: Loiuselle Kelleher and her husband, Shawn, of California; Erika Tolerico and her partner, Jeff Arthur, of Carbondale; and Joseph Caporali and his wife, Christine, of Cooperstown. She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren: Stephen Ruddy, Theodore Sabatini, Thomas Tolerico and husband Arthur Mierson, Drake Tolerico and fiancée Vanessa Fernandez, Cala Tolerico, Giana Caporali, and Ava Caporali; her great-grandchildren: Olivia Lukens, Wyatt Lukens, Gabriel Tolerico, and Emmett Tolerico; as well as several nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind a special friend, Patricia Gilia.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved son, John Joseph Caporali.

The funeral will be held Thursday, March 26, 2026, from the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 2 Hospital Street, Carbondale, with a Blessing Service at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment, Sandy Banks Cemetery, Greenfield Township.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend Ruth’s viewing, which will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

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03/23/2026

Beverly Becker

Beverly Jean (Fitzmorris) Becker, 85, of Forest City, passed away peacefully on Friday at Allied Services Hospice Unit in Scranton. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald Becker, who passed away in 2017.

Born in New Orleans, she was the daughter of the late Alton and Frances (Koss) Fitzmorris. Beverly proudly served her country as a veteran of the United States Navy, a role she carried with quiet strength and dignity throughout her life.

Beverly found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She was an avid reader, a loyal viewer of Jeopardy!, and enjoyed watching cooking shows. She cherished time spent with her family and will be remembered for her warmth, resilience, and steady presence.

She is survived by her five children: Joseph Becker and his wife, Brenda, of Carbondale; Donald Becker and his wife, Beth, of Ocala, Florida; Catherine Becker, of Old Forge; Steven Becker, of Archbald; and Brenda Pearsall and her husband, Edward, of Forest City. She is also survived by seven grandchildren: Joseph and Brant Becker; Jacob, Carmyn, and Cassandra Becker; Jonna Carden; and Erin Pearsall; as well as ten great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Pat Fitzmorris and Audrey Core.

In keeping with Beverly’s wishes, services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 74 North Main Street, Carbondale.

Family and friends are invited to visit the funeral home’s website or page to view the full obituary or to offer an online condolence.

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03/23/2026

Richard F. Walicki, Sr.

Richard F. Walicki, Sr., 77, of Carbondale, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 21, 2026. He is survived by his devoted partner of over 30 years, Mary E. Arnese.

Born in Boonton, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Frederick and Katherine (Good) Walicki. Richard was a man who found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved cooking and baking for those he cared about, spending time fishing, and making lasting memories camping in the Thousand Islands with grandsons Evan and Ethan. He also enjoyed numerous day trips to the Steamtown Train Station with the grandsons. Richard got great satisfaction in making his own kielbasa and sausage.

He is survived by his three children: Ricky Walicki, Jr., of South Abington Township; Kelly Burns and her husband, Eric, of Forest City; and Laurie Pompeo and her husband, John, of Phoenixville. He is also survived by his sister, Sandy Chervenak, of Shreveport, Louisiana.

Richard was a proud grandfather to four grandsons: Ryan and Mason Walicki, and Evan and Ethan Burns.

He will also be remembered by his special cousins, Denise Cecere, Bill Farkas, Peter Regal, along with several nieces and nephews.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Ferdinand Manahan, the compassionate care team of Residential Hospice, his cherished neighbor, Misty Kordish, and niece, Marlene Schofield and her husband, Fred for their kindness and support.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale.

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If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Richard's memory to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.

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03/14/2026

Marie R. McMyne

It is with great sadness that the family of Marie R. McMyne, 97, Carbondale, announces the passing of their beloved mother.

Born in Carbondale, daughter of the late Andrew and Lucy Jackovitz Rushen, she was a graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School Class of 1946. She was employed at several garment factories until her marriage to John J. McMyne on February 9, 1952. This year would have been 74 years of marriage. She helped her husband at McMyne's Market and later worked at Waymart Knitwear. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church (Our Lady of the Rosary Parish). Living her entire life in Carbondale, she graced us here on earth living each day with dignity, grace and pride.

She and her husband spent so many happy times together with family and friends and eventually built their own wonderful family. She was a very kind and caring mother, grandmother, great grandmother who always made every holiday and special occasion something to look forward to with her cabbage rolls, pierogies, banana bread, pagash and her special cookies. She cherished her time with family.

Marie was a very devout Catholic. She would watch the 12:10 Mass on CTV every day and say the rosary along with them afterwards. Her rosary was in her hands every night at bedtime. Her hundreds of prayers and prayer cards were always with her. Up until the last couple of months, she was an avid daily lottery player and did not want to be disturbed when it came on at 7 pm.

The family would like to thank Dr. Neal Davis, P.A., Ann, and the entire office staff for the wonderful care, treatment and love given to our mother over the years. Another special thank you to Hospice of the Sacred Heart for their care and professionalism and her caregiver, Abbi, who was a special angel to her.

Marie is survived by her six wonderful children; sons, Joseph (Kathy) McMyne, Fell Twp.; Gerald (Jeanne) McMyne, Carbondale; daughters, Mary Ann C. McMyne, Carbondale; Jean Marie (Rich) Bomba, Rochester NY; Tisha (Jamie) Alderiso, Royal Palm Beach, FL; Karen (Fred) Mendicino, Potomac Falls, Va.; grandchildren, Richie Bomba; Anthony (Kristin) Bomba; Jerry (Katie) McMyne; Jamie Alderiso; Jessica Alderiso; Dr. Kara (Kyle) Gifford; Michael Mendicino; Jaclyn Mendicino; two great grandchildren, Raelynn Marie Bomba; Cecilia Jane McMyne and another granddaughter due soon; nieces; nephews; special cousins.

In addition to her husband, John, who died May, 2, 1980, she was preceded in death by her two loving sisters, Alice Flanagan; Ann Osborne; two brothers-in-law, Patrick Flanagan; Francis Osborne.

The funeral will be Tuesday from Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 74 N. Main St. with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish’s St. Rose of Lima Church, Carbondale. Interment, Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill.

A viewing will be held Monday at the funeral home from 4 pm until 7 pm.

Online condolences may be sent to the funeral home’s website.

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03/12/2026

On National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day, we want to recognize funeral professionals everywhere who dedicate their lives to helping others through grief.

It takes compassion, patience, and a deep sense of service to do this work. We’re proud to be part of a profession that helps families celebrate lives and preserve legacies.

Thank you to all funeral directors for the care you provide every day.

03/06/2026

Karen Lynn Saylock

Karen Lynn Saylock, 63, Old Forge, passed away on the morning of Tuesday March 3rd 2026.

Since birth in Passaic, NJ on December 22nd 1962, she was a light in the lives of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. She worked in many industries throughout her life. She enjoyed being a line cook but even more enjoyed being a caregiver for Moravia Health, taking care of her daughter. She always put everyone before herself and wasn't afraid to speak her mind. She cherished her time with her family and her grandchildren more than anything. She enjoyed singing, bingo, card games, family dinners and spending time with her best friend Lisa Descoteaux.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph Saylock, Old Forge; her daughter, Tabetha Saylock, Old Forge, and Tabetha's fiance’ Matthew Connolly, Throop; her son, Cody Black, Carbondale, his partner, Amy Wolsiffer; her grandchildren, Jayden Black, Alana Black, and Annabella Black, all of Carbondale; her brother, David Black; her niece Taylor Black; her nephew Alex Black, all of Jermyn.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold F. Black Jr. and Geraldine Corrigan Black; her brothers, Harold F. Black III and Bernard Black.

The funeral will be Monday from Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Rosary Parish’s St. Rose of Lima Church, 6 N. Church St., Carbondale. Interment, Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill.

A viewing will be held on Sunday from 4 pm until 7 pm in the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the funeral home website.

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02/18/2026

Today, we proudly celebrate a very special milestone, our owner, Larry’s 70th Birthday.

Since 1979, Larry has served our community as a second-generation licensed funeral director, carrying on a legacy of compassion, dignity, and unwavering care for families during their most difficult moments. For more than four decades, he has been a steady presence, proving that true strength is quiet, kind, and dependable.

Beyond the funeral home, Larry’s commitment to the community has been just as remarkable. He has coached youth sports and varsity football, spent over 40 years as a sports editor for a weekly newspaper, owned a local gas station, and even driven a school van … always willing to step in wherever he was needed.

While raising five boys with his wife, Linda, in the upstairs apartment above the funeral home, he somehow managed to do it all. Those who know him best often joke that he was the one doing “everything” whether at work, at home, or watching carefully from the sidelines to make sure everyone was safe and cared for.

Larry has always believed that leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room, but about being a steady and thoughtful one. Even with a slight stutter, he has long been the voice of reason… measured, compassionate, and sincere. His words matter because they come from the heart.

He is, quite simply, the glue that holds so much together… a pillar for his family, his colleagues, and the community he has faithfully served for his entire adult life.

Please join us in wishing Larry a very happy 70th birthday. We are grateful for his leadership, his example, and his continued dedication to the families we serve.

Here’s to celebrating 70 years… and many more to come.

02/14/2026

Since 1968, our family has had the privilege of serving the Carbondale community during life’s most tender moments.

This Valentine’s Day, we’re reminded that love is the legacy we leave behind, in the stories we tell, the traditions we carry forward, and the memories we hold close.

If today brings thoughts of someone dearly missed, please know our family is holding yours in our hearts.

💬 We invite you to share the name of someone you’re remembering today, if you feel comfortable doing so.

02/08/2026

Robert W. Adams Jr.

Robert W. Adams Jr., Bob or as most of the family referred to him as “Penner”, joined his family and Saviour in Heaven on Wednesday at the wonderful age of 93.

Born to the late Robert and Lelia Arthur Adams on November 22, 1932 in Whites Crossing, Pa., he worked for A&P and a division of A&P Supermarket Services for over 51 years. A commitment that lead him to many very long friendships.

To Lori Hubal, Andy Hubal, Dave Hubal, Karen (Hubal) Trynoski, Dawn (Adams) Worden and Amy Adams, he was a special Uncle Bob. He was the baseball playing, take you fishing, BBQing chicken, take you to “special sales” uncle. As years passed, he was blessed with the additions of Cheryl (Dave’s wife), Kevin (Dawn’s husband) and his great nieces, Rachel, Kacie, and Kaylin and nephews, Craig, Rob, Keith and Joey. He was also blessed with several great-great nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the Wayne Woodlands Manor staff for the care and compassion they have given Bob over his last years of his life.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Marion Adams, Joyce Hubal, brothers, Donald Adams, Frank Adams, niece, Tracy Adams, nephews, Robert Hubal and Jim Trynoski.

A viewing will be held Monday from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. in Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale. He was of the Presbyterian faith with a service being held in the funeral home at 11 a.m. Interment, future date Canaan Corners Cemetery, Waymart.

If so desired, memorial contributions may be sent to Wayne Woodlands Manor, 37 Woodlands Dr., Waymart Pa., 18427-9366 or donor’s favorite charity.

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01/29/2026

Frank Caporali

Frank Caporali Jr., 92, of Carbondale, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Marie (Calabro) Caporali, with whom he shared a loving marriage of 67 years.

Born in Carbondale, he was the son of the late Frank and Josephine (Bruno) Caporali Sr. Frank was a graduate of Ben Franklin High School, Carbondale, and a lifelong, devoted member of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, worshipping at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Carbondale. He was a founding committee member of the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast, where he generously gave his time over the years working many of the food stands and faithfully walking in the annual procession with the Blessed Mother.

A proud United States Navy veteran, Frank continued his commitment to service through his active membership in the Cerra-Leo Disabled American Veterans Post and as a faithful Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council #7622. His strong sense of duty, faith, and community remained hallmarks of his life.

In his younger years, Frank worked alongside his father and grandfather in the family dry cleaning business for more than 30 years, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for family tradition. He was later employed by Triangle Pacific Cabinets and the Carbondale Area School District, where he served as a dedicated maintenance man until his retirement.

Frank greatly valued time spent with family and friends and especially enjoyed trips to the campground, where many cherished memories were made. He was well known for his warm friendships, particularly with his longtime buddies at the Tiki Bar, and he looked forward to his regular mornings at McDonald’s, where he gathered with his treasured “breakfast club.” A devoted grandfather, Frank rarely missed an opportunity to attend his grandchildren’s sporting events and remained an avid sports fan throughout his life.

In addition to his beloved wife, Marie, Frank is survived by his four daughters, Mary Jo DeRichie and her husband, Michael, of Greenfield Township; Lori Lee and her husband, Joseph, of Carbondale; Anita Caporali of Carbondale; and Francine Newcomb and her husband, Frank, of Carbondale; one brother, Michael Caporali and his wife, Kathy, of Carbondale; seven grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Anthony and Joseph Caporali; an infant sister; and his grandson, Frankie Newcomb Jr.

Frank’s funeral will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026, from the Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 2 Hospital Street, Carbondale, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish’s Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 15 Fallbrook Street, Carbondale. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, SR 106, Greenfield Township.

Family and friends are invited to attend Frank’s viewing on Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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01/09/2026

Joseph W. Waibel

Joseph W. Waibel, 69, of Carbondale, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, with his family by his side. His loving wife of 23 years is Peggy Wise Waibel.

Born in Carbondale, Joseph was the son of the late Edward J. and Cora (Kilgannon) Waibel. A 1974 graduate of Carbondale Area High School, he was a member of the school’s football team that won a Suburban Conference title. He dedicated many years of his career to working as a railroad engineer. An avid golfer, Joe was a member of a Wednesday night golf league with his partner of many years, Dave Andidora and greatly enjoyed the camaraderie of his morning coffee klatch at Lapera’s Gas Station. Joe loved frequent travels to various Caribbean Islands with dear friends Gary and Anita McDonough and their family. At the time of his passing, he was employed by JW Transit Inc., where he took great pride in serving as the bus driver for the Carbondale Area Football Team.

In addition to his wife, Peggy, he is survived by two sons, Bryan Jordan and his wife Brenda, Carbondale, and Sean Jordan and his wife Nicole, Mayfield; one daughter, Shannon Andidora and her husband Nicholas, Carbondale; one sister, Mary Miller and her husband Donnie, Carbondale; one brother, John Waibel and his wife Cindy, Crystal Lake; eight grandchildren, Courtney Owen, Madison Jordan, Shayne Jordan, Nikkia Andidora, Mikayla Jordan, Colin Jordan, Nicholas Andidora, and Braylee Andidora; along with several nieces and nephews and countless friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale. A blessing service will follow in the funeral home at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Seth D. Wasnock officiating.

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01/08/2026

Jose Alfredo Mendez Figueroa

Jose Mendez, 58, Orlando, Fl, passed away on Monday, January 05, 2026.

Born in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico, son of Jose Mendez and the late Maria Figueroa, beloved father, grandfather and family man, passed away surrounded by family. He cherished his time being surrounded by family and found his greatest joy at family gatherings and family celebrations. Whether it was a party or a family get together, always remembering together forever, always. He had a fun spirited side that many will always remember, especially his love for dancing, which brought smiles and laughter to family and friends alike. His legacy lives long in the strong family bonds he nurtured, and the countless memories he created with those he loved.

Jose is survived by his children: Christiana Mendez and fiancé Daniel Rosado; Alicia Guilford and husband Christopher; Jose Antonio Mendez and wife Alexia ; Jose Alfredo Mendez; Jose Alexander Mendez and wife Kaitlyn; siblings: Carmen, Joselito, Nancy, Alex, Iran (DJ), Minerva, Jesus, Jeffery, and Consesion; grandchildren: Brandon, Reggie, Christian, Alayah, Jewel, Alize, Sara Grace, Krystal, Regina, and Dominick; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Maria Figueroa.

Family and friends are invited to attend Jose’s viewing, which will be held on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 2 Hospital Street, Carbondale. Cremation will follow.

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