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04/10/2026

Ronald E. Radwanski, 74, of Lemon, passed away on April 9th at Regional Hospital in Scranton, PA. Born October 28, 1951, he was the son of Arthur and Dolores Myers Radwanski and husband to Paula Vargo for 56 years. Ron worked at P&G for 28 years and farmed throughout his life. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and many outdoor activities. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, neighbor, and friend to many.

He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Cailene Radwanski.

He is survived by his wife Paula; children Christine Radwanski and Thomas (Kimberly) Radwanski; grandchildren Steve O’Connor, Courtney O’Connor (Samantha), Chase Wenrich, Connor Wenrich; great-granddaughter Harper O’Connor; brothers Gary (Karen) Radwanski and David (Bonnie) Radwanski; several nephews and a niece.

Funeral services will be held Monday, April 13th at 7pm at Harding Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St. Tunkhannock, with a visitation from 5pm until the time of the service. For condolences or directions visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to True Friends Animal Welfare 16332 PA-706, Montrose, PA 18801 or Wyoming County Historical Society PO Box 309 Tunkhannock, Pa. 18657.

04/03/2026

Mary Ellsworth Shupp, aged 92, of Tunkhannock, passed away on April 1, 2026 at the Tunkhannock Rehab. Born in Tunkhannock on February 9, 1934, Mary was the daughter of late Lewis and Eleanor Arnold Ellsworth.
Mary worked as an office manager for Bocar Manufacturing in Tunkhannock. She enjoyed watching NASCAR, cheering for the Dallas Cowboys, attending her grandchildren’s sporting events, and supporting her son Chris in car racing. Passionate about racing herself, Mary spent her younger years competing in go-cart races and powder puff stock car races. She also cared for many cats throughout her life.

Mary was preceded in death by her siblings, Lewis Ellsworth, Jr., and Grace Matalavy.

She is survived by her children: Glenda Ankenbauer and fiancé Dave Davis, Chris Shupp and wife Paula, and Lynn Robinson and husband Jared, all of Tunkhannock; grandchildren Dave (Nicole) and Jason Mooers, Seth (Lauren) Ankenbauer, Michael and Sarah Parkhurst, and Ian and Josh Robinson; seven great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, and a very dear friend Frank Clark.

Funeral services will take place Friday, April 10th at 11am at Osterhout Bible Church, 467 Lane Hill Rd, Tunkhannock, PA. There will be a viewing starting at 10am until the service begins. Interment will follow at Sunnyside Cemetery, Tunkhannock. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Osterhout Bible Church, 204 SR 29N, Tunkhannock, Pa. 18657 or the Meshoppen Cat Rescue 9833 US-6, Meshoppen, PA 18630. For online condolences or directions, please visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com.

03/27/2026

George T. Fornwalt, 72, of Factoryville passed away at his home on Wednesday March 25, 2026. Born in Middletown, PA on October 22, 1953; The son of the late George Thomas Heasley and Bernice Gesford.

Preceding George in death are four brothers Charles, Ronald and Gary Fornwalt and Russell Guestford.

George was a devoted husband to his wife Kimberly, of 40 years.

He was a loving father to his children:

Jennifer Cain, Holly, Heather, George and Seth Fornwalt and Jessica (Fornwalt) Smith, wife of Cody Smith. He was a proud grandfather to twelve grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. George is also survived by his two brothers and two sisters: Larry, Ken, Joyce, and Susan Fornwalt.

George graduated from Middletown High School and studied engineering at HACC. George went on to become a Millwright, assembling production line machinery for IBM and installing equipment at Tinker Air Force Base. He spent much of his career as an assistant store manager for Lowe’s before later becoming a nationally ranked Regional Territory Manager for PPG.

Even in retirement, George stayed active and a part of the community at AutoZone in Tunkhannock as a deliveryman.

George cherished his time at the Factoryville Sportsman’s Club, where his resilient spirit shone through in everything he did—serving as a board member, caring for the grounds, helping with sporting clay events, organizing hunts, and supporting the club’s road cleanup program. He established programs that promoted safety and generated revenue. George was artistic, creative, and ingenious—a true ‘Jack of all Trades.’ He had a lifelong love of the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and archery.

His pride and greatest joy was passing on the tradition, love, and knowledge of hunting and fishing to his children.

Memorial Service will be Friday April 3, 2026 at 6pm from Anthony P. Litwin Jr. Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 Reynolds St. Factoryville. Friends may call at the funeral home an hour before service time (5-6pm)

03/21/2026

Caroline H. Kresge, age 97, of Dalton, passed away at Geisinger CMC on March 20, 2026. Born August 20, 1928, in Tunkhannock, she was the daughter of Burt Harding and Lillian Barziloski Harding. Caroline was married to William B. Kresge, Jr. for four decades. She worked as a secretary at Tunkhannock Joint Schools and also served as secretary for the Wyoming County Republican Committee.

After starting her family, Caroline found joy in gardening, trips to the lake and out west, and cherishing moments with her family—especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She set a selfless example for those around her.

Along with her parents and husband, Caroline was preceded in death by her grandson, William B. Kresge, and her brothers, Samuel B. Harding and Thomas J. Harding. Her memory is carried on by her children: Caroline Lawson (with husband Richard) of Tunkhannock, and William B. Kresge III (with wife Cynthia) of Dalton; as well as her grandchildren, Kimberly Clark, Benjamin Lawson, Molly Zluchowski, Luke Kresge, and Joseph Kresge; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 26th at 11 a.m. at the Harding Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow at Sunnyside Cemetery, Tunkhannock. For online condolences or directions, please visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the William B. Kresge Disc Golf Course Inc. 698 Old Mill Road Dalton, Pa. 18414.

03/17/2026

Eleanor Ramey, 90, of Springville, passed away at home on March 14, 2026. Born Dec. 13, 1935 in Philadelphia to John and Ruth Fehrle, she was married to Melvin Ramey for 54 years.

Eleanor is survived by her children Nancy Passehl, James Ramey, Richard Ramey, Alice Kilmer, Patty Stemrich, sisters Janet McCoy and Barbara Haller, 19 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Michael, and brothers Jack and Richard Fehrle.

At Eleanor’s request, there will be no funeral services.

03/10/2026

Bethel “Betty” M. Statnick, age 93, of Centermoreland, passed away at the Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Dallas on March 9th. Born in Centermoreland on January 13, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Bethel Shook Montross.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Statnick, who passed on March 7, 2026. Following her graduation from high school, Betty attended Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. After completing her studies, she worked in Jewish mission ministry in New Jersey.

Betty was a dedicated Christian serving her Lord as a devoted member of Northmoreland Baptist Church. She held positions as Sunday School and Vacation Bible School Director, and Financial Secretary for several years. Additionally, she was employed at the Centermoreland General Store and provided childcare services. Betty enjoyed playing the piano, accordion, and singing in the church choir. She was also active in the Child Evangelism Fellowship.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her daughter Sharon Geritz, sister Ola Mae Schoonover, and brother Ted Montross.

She is survived by her daughter, Donna Shaffer and husband John of Tunkhannock; her son, Robert Alan Statnick of Centermoreland; her sisters-in-law, Betty Ann Howell of Centermoreland and Carol Montross of Centermoreland; her grandchildren, Anwyn Statnick (David), Kristina Shaffer (David), Amy Shaffer (Jason), Jessica Fetzko (David), and Jake Shaffer (Mikaela); and her great-grandchildren, Aiden, Ollie Mae, and Jade Dunn, Roselie, Elaina, and June Shaffer.

Funeral services for both Bob and Betty Statnick will be held on Monday, March 16, at 2:00 p.m. at the Harding-Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania. Military honors for Robert Statnick will take place at 1:45 p.m. Visitation is scheduled from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow at Perrins Marsh Cemetery in Centermoreland.

For online condolences or directions, please visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Northmoreland Baptist Church, 21 Ripplebrook Road, Tunkhannock, PA 18657, or Seven Loaves Soup Kitchen, 51 Warren Street, Tunkhannock, PA 18657.

03/09/2026

Robert “Bob” Calvin Statnick, age 97, of Centermoreland, passed away on March 7 at Highland Manor in Exeter.

Robert was born in Centermoreland on July 4, 1928, and was the son of the late Joseph and Dorothy (Wildrick) Statnick. He was united in marriage to the former Bethel Montross on September 21, 1956.

Robert was a Union Electrician with IBEW Local and proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict.

A lifelong member of Northmoreland Baptist Church, Robert was actively involved in the construction of the church’s current building. He had a deep passion for aviation and enjoyed building model aircraft, attending airshows, and taking flying lessons. He also loved the outdoors, particularly hunting. Robert was well known in the community for his lawnmower collection and repair work.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his brother, Joseph Statnick, and his daughter, Sharon Geritz.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Bethel Statnick; his daughter, Donna Shaffer and husband John of Tunkhannock; his son, Robert Alan Statnick of Centermoreland; his sister, Betty Ann Howell of Centermoreland; his grandchildren, Anwyn Statnick (David), Kristina Shaffer (David), Amy Shaffer (Jason), Jessica Fetzko (David), and Jake Shaffer (Mikaela); and his great-grandchildren, Aiden, Ollie Mae, and Jade Dunn, Roselie, Elaina, and June Shaffer.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 16, at 2:00 p.m. at the Harding-Litwin Funeral Home, 123 W. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania. Military honors will be at 1:45 p.m. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow at Perrins Marsh Cemetery in Centermoreland.

For online condolences or directions, please visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Northmoreland Baptist Church, 21 Ripplebrook Road, Tunkhannock, PA 18657, or Seven Loaves Soup Kitchen, 51 Warren Street, Tunkhannock, PA 18657

02/27/2026

Betty Ann Dennis, 92, of Tunkhannock, passed away at her home on February 26, 2026. She was born in Tunkhannock on June 9, 1933, and was the daughter of the late Albert Louis Snover and the late Vida May Stark.

Betty was a graduate of Tunkhannock High School. She was married to the late Lee Marbaker and the late Harold Dennis. She enjoyed crafts, reading, and polka music.

In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Mack, and a brother, Robert Snover.

She is survived by her sons, Gary Marbaker and his wife Susan of Tunkhannock, and Duane Marbaker and his wife Carol of South Carolina; her brothers, Lynn Snover and his wife Shirley of New York, and Albert Snover Jr. of New York; six grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at Sunnyside Cemetery, Tunkhannock. For online condolences or directions, please visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com.

02/24/2026

Roger Williams, Sr. of Factoryville, PA died at Allied Hospice Center, Scranton, on February 23, 2026. Roger was born in Tunkhannock, PA on November 22, 1945, the son of the late Thomas Williams and Lucy Champion Williams. Roger married Diana Evans in 1965 and they had four children.

Roger was a 1963 graduate of Tunkhannock High School.

In his younger years, Roger was a house painter. Roger was a Millwright for Local Union 443 (formerly 261) from 1965 until his retirement.

Roger enjoyed reading, genealogy, history, and debating politics.

Roger was preceded in death by his oldest son, Roger Williams Jr., brothers Fred Williams and Thomas “Tucker” Williams, and a sister Alice Novembrino.

In addition to his wife, Roger is survived by a son, Brian Williams (Nona); and daughters Shawn Skovronsky (Steven) and Shannon Williams (Mark Scappatura) and grandchildren Dillan Chewey, Evan Skovronsky, and Owen and Abigail Williams; and four great children Bryn Rose, Loralei, Cameron and Raelynn. Roger is also survived by his siblings, Carl Williams, Sarah Williams and Jean Sorensen, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Sat. Feb. 28th at 11am from the Harding Litwin Funeral Home 123 W. Tioga St. Tunkhannock, Pa. A viewing will be held from 9:30am until the time of the service. Interment will follow at the Vaughn Cemetery Mehoopany. For online condolences or directions visit www.aplitwinfuneralhomes.com In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Wyoming County Cancer Society PO Box 629, Tunkhannock, PA, 18657.

02/21/2026

Carl K. Aten Sr. Online streaming service will start at 11:15 am

02/11/2026

Carl Kenneth “Sonny” Aten, Sr., 90, of Hernando, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, at Florida Citrus Hospital in Inverness, FL. Born at home in Factoryville, Pennsylvania, on December 14, 1935, Carl was the son of the late Carl Brown and Lillian Grannis Aten.

After graduating from Factoryville High School in 1954, Carl began a life guided by hard work, humor, and deep devotion to family. In 1966, he moved with his family to Cocoa, Florida, where he worked for the Gulf Oil Company before purchasing his own Gulf gas station in 1981. Following retirement, Carl, alongside his brother Russell, developed a computer program and later worked for a wood truss company traveling around FL and meeting new people to sell their goods.

Carl’s greatest pride was his family, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was known for his quick wit, generous heart, and gentle guidance, teaching his loved ones the values of responsibility and kindness. While living in Ohio, he remained deeply active in his church, forming lifelong friendships that became like family.

Carl was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Leona Clearwater Aten, and his brothers, Irvin (survived by his wife, Anna of Nicholson, PA), Richard (survived by his wife Alice of Henderson, Texas), Jerry (survived by his wife, Becky of Harford, PA) and brother-in-law Marty McAndrew of Factoryville.

He is survived by 4 brothers and 2 sisters, Melvin (Agnes) Aten of Factoryville, Russell (Charlene) Aten of Clearwater Beach, FL, Ronald (Nancy) of Adams Center, NY, Edward (Deb) Aten of Lake Sheridan, PA, Elena (Marty) McAndrew of Factoryville and Tina (Jim) McGurl of Clark's Summit. He is survived by his children Nannette Aten Bayer of Newberry SC, his sons, Carl K. Aten, Jr. (Rose) of Menfi, Italy, Brian Aten (Sabrina) of Beverly Hills, FL and his daughter, Brenda Aten Ryan (Pete) of Jackson, GA. He is survived by his 16 grandchildren, Henry Tobar (Yesenia), Robert Karl Bayer, Samantha Lynne Bayer, Anthony Aten (Taylor), Andrea Kennedy (Shaun), Alyssa Gander (Jeff), Britany Aten, Kyle Aten (Kelly), Brooke Ally (Ramon), Brianna Perhla (Scott), Kristen Aten, and Sharlotte Castro (Ray), Korey (Sarah) Snowden, Corey Matthew (Danielle) Ryan, Ashley (Stephen) Paladino, and Allison (Delvin) Jordan. Preceded in death by Granddaughter Jessica Alexandra Schultz, daughter of Nannette. Also survived by 31 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:45 a.m. from Anthony P. Litwin, Jr. Funeral Home in Factoryville, PA, on February 21, 2026, with visitation from 10 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Interment at Factoryville Cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials in Carl's name to the Alzheimer's Association on their website at donorservices.alz.org.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Carl K. Aten Sr., please visit our flower store.

Please visit this site on Saturday 2/21/2026 at 11:30 am to attend Livestream service https://evt.live/carl-k-aten-sr

02/02/2026

Gail L. Dziak, 69 of Falls passed away at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital on January 31 2026 surrounded by her family.Born in Dalton August 25, 1956 she was the daughter of the late Willam and Dora Rogers of Dalton. She was married to her husband Gene Dziak of Falls for the last 48 years. She was a 1974 graduate of Tunkhannock Area High School, She worked at Ransom Nursing Home for a number of years. She became a seamstress working alongside her mother Dora and her mother-in-law Shirley. She became a school bus driver for Tunkhannock Area School driving for Ed Hawk for 15 years. Gail became a member of the Lake Winola Fire where she became an EMT and than became the ambulance captain. After many years of service she was awarded the highest rank of Life Member. She loved camping with many of her friends and family. She also loved her dogs Bo and Tank She was a loving mother of two sons Gene Dziak and Michael Dziak both of Falls and a loving Grandmother MaKayla, Billy and Eddie. Surviving in addition to her husband are sons Gene Dziak and Ann, Michael Dziak, Daughter-In-Law Danielle Dziak, Granddaughter MaKayla Billings and husband Avery, Grandson Billy Dziak and wife Katie and Grandson Eddie Dziak. Two loving grandchildren Jay and Samatha Tonti. Granddaughter Thea Osborn and husband Chase. Two sisters Linda Duggan of West Virginia, Pam Brown husband Rick of Dalton. Nieces and Nephews. Funeral services will be held at the Lake Winola United Methodist Church 326 Maple Drive Dalton Pa. 18414 on Thursday February 5th at 11:00 am with Pastor Jenny Woods presiding There will be a viewing at 10:00 am prior to the service. There will also be a viewing on Wednesday February 4th from 5:00 Pm to 7:00 Pm at the Church. Interment will follow the service on Thursday at Fairview Cemetery in Lake Winola. The family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and Staff at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital for their above and beyond care during this difficult journey. In lieu of flowers the family kindly requests donations to the Lake Winola Fire Company Po. Box 73 Lake Winola Pa.18625.

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