Kiesinger Funeral Services, Inc.

05/03/2026

With heavy hearts we share the passing of Peter J. Kolankoski, 73, of North Scranton. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, Peter owned Keystone Food Equipment and was known for his wonderful sense of humor and positive attitude. Read his full remembrance and service details: https://wix.to/2zwIwJv

Peter J. Kolankoski, 73, of North Scranton, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026, after a brief illness. His wife of 33 years is the former Patricia Ruthkosky. Born in the South Side section of Scranton, he was the son of the late Stanley and Josephine Kolankoski. He was a 1970 graduate of Scranton...

05/03/2026

Remembering Peter J. Kolankoski (194‑2026). A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and longtime Scranton resident who owned Keystone Food Equipment and brightened lives with his humor and positive spirit. Read the full obituary and share memories: https://wix.to/IirL9b2

Peter J. Kolankoski, 73, of North Scranton, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026, after a brief illness. His wife of 33 years is the former Patricia Ruthkosky. Born in the South Side section of Scranton, he was the son of the late Stanley and Josephine Kolankoski. He was a 1970 graduate of Scranton...

04/28/2026

Remembering Bertha (Miller) Earlley — age 80 of Pittston — who passed away unexpectedly on April 21. Bertha’s life included years of work at Topps Chewing Gum in Duryea and later at Walmart. She was born in Delaware Water Gap on March 31, 1946, and graduated from Pittston High School. Read her full tribute and share condolences with the family: https://wix.to/ibZZu2c

Bertha (Miller) Earlley, 80, of Pittston, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 21, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre. Born in Delaware Water Gap on March 31, 1946, she was the daughter of the late John and Bertha (Jumper) Miller. Bertha attended elementary school in New....

04/28/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Anna Halagarda McMullen, 91, of Avoca. Anna passed peacefully at home on April 25, 2026, surrounded by family. Her life was grounded in faith and devotion to family, and she was a cherished member of local parishes. Read her full tribute and service details: https://wix.to/EeJnKt6

Anna Halagarda McMullen, 91, of Avoca, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Anna was born in Avoca on July 15, 1934, and was the daughter of the late Stanley Halagarda and Stephania Slusarczyk Halagarda. Throughout her life, faith and fami...

04/26/2026

We honor the life of Leslie Ann Soy Wynder — a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished daughter, sister and friend who passed on April 23, 2026. Her story of love, kindness and family is shared in this tribute. Read more and celebrate Leslie’s life: https://wix.to/WFMgYrO

Leslie Ann Soy Wynder, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished daughter, sister, and dear friend, passed away on April 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of deep, unwavering love and a life beautifully centered around the people who meant everything to her.Leslie’s greatest love story began in ear...

04/22/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Robert “Bobby” Zikoski, 64, of Avoca. Bobby was a devoted animal lover and longtime dog groomer. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. Read his full remembrance: https://wix.to/t4uoocw

Robert “Bobby” Zikoski, 64, of Avoca passed away peacefully in hospice care in the early hours of Sunday, April 19th. Bobby was born on July 15, 1961, in Pittston, Pennsylvania. Bobby was a devoted pet parent and animal lover and spent many years working as a dog groomer. Bobby was preceded in d...

04/16/2026

We are sad to share the passing of Michael Connor, 51, of Pittston. Michael passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2026. He is survived by his mother, Gertrude, his sister Jill Radle and family, his nephews Devin, Jason Jr., and Jameson, and his companion April Clark. Funeral arrangements are available through Kiesinger Funeral Services. Read the full obituary and service details: https://wix.to/emNOAmr

Michael Connor, 51, of Pittston, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at his home. Born in Scranton on February 4, 1975, he was the son of Gertrude Kenehan Connor and the late John Connor.Michael attended Riverside High School in Taylor.In addition to his mother, Gertrude, he is survi...

04/16/2026

We remember Linda Bryk (1953–2026), a dedicated nurse and beloved member of the Dupont community who passed away unexpectedly on April 9, 2026. Read her full tribute and celebrate her life and contributions to nursing and family. https://wix.to/HsZYPFg

Linda Bryk, 73, of Dupont, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital in Wilkes-Barre. She was born in Wilkes-Barre on March 3, 1953, and was the daughter of the late Gerald W. Thomas and Janice Evans Gabriel, and she was lovingly raised by Stanley Gabr...

04/15/2026

Madhuben H. Patel, 73, of Duryea, peacefully passed away on April 14, 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Ambalal and Sharda Patel; devoted wife and homemaker; immigrated to the U.S. in 1995. Read her full obituary and service details: https://wix.to/GEutDOq

04/13/2026

With heavy hearts we share the passing of Catherine (Katie) Marie Clifford, 67, of Avoca. Katie served honorably in the United States Air Force and devoted her life to healthcare after her service. She passed peacefully on April 10, 2026. Read her full obituary and service details: https://wix.to/JiaOyNT

Catherine (Katie) Marie Clifford, 67, of Avoca, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital. Born in Avoca on November 25, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Marie (Cannon) Clifford. Katie was a proud graduate of Pittston Area High School, Cl...

04/09/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Elaine Blazosek, 77, of Avoca, Pennsylvania. Elaine passed on April 5, 2026, at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton. Our thoughts are with her husband, Attorney Joseph M. Blazosek, her children, grandchildren, and all who loved her. Read the full obituary and service information: https://wix.to/DHRK0sp

Elaine Blazosek, 77, of Avoca, Pennsylvania passed on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton, PA. She is survived by her husband, Attorney Joseph M. Blazosek, sons, Michael Blazosek and his wife, Lori Blazosek, Suscon, David Blazosek, Dupont, Joseph Blazosek and his...

04/07/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Adam Peter Rafalko, Jr., of Dupont, who entered into eternal rest on April 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Adam was a devoted husband, father, chef, and man of faith. Read his full obituary and service details: https://wix.to/5GIMtWl

Adam Peter Rafalko, Jr., a resident of Dupont, entered into eternal rest on Friday April 3, 2026, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. Born in Scranton on October 4, 1951, he was the son of the late Adam and Dorothy (Ruselevitch) Rafalko. He gr...