Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.

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Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.

Because Family Matters, Let Us Take Care of Yours Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. is the team to call. One thing that makes Robert S.

is a trusted resource for funeral planning in Northeast Pennsylvania. This funeral home is family owned and operated and has been in the family for six generations. The business was founded in 1833 and has maintained the highest levels of integrity over the years. Families can expect unbeatable customer service as well as authentic compassion and kindness during every stage of the funeral planning process. When families need support with funeral services, then Robert S. Both immediate services and preplanning solutions are offered, making it easy to design funeral services without the stressful burden often faced in this experience. Visit the funeral home to view a variety of products to match your desired needs, including vaults, urns, caskets, and more. All members of the family can benefit from the grief resources that are offered. unique is that they are the only company in the local industry with a crematory. These state-of-the-art facilities are at the Tamaqua location, giving families peace of mind because their loved one will stay in the care of one funeral director for all services. The funeral director strives to go above-and-beyond with available services by helping families with the paperwork that needs to happen behind the scenes: pensions, health premium refunds, and insurance claims. The New Ringgold location had a full renovation in 2001. The chapel and viewing room are stunning, offering a spacious location where families can gather for the event. This location is handicapped accessible, and excellent parking is available for the convenience of guests. Military honors and Veterans services are available when needed. These services are offered throughout the greater Northeast Pennsylvania area, including New Ringgold, Tamaqua, Weatherly, Coaldale, White Haven, and more. For details about these funeral services, talk to the professional team at Robert S. Visit the nearest location at 2066 W Penn Pike New Ringgold, PA 17960. Call for a consultation with an experienced funeral director: (570) 386-5884.

09/05/2025

Ashes to Ashes. Dust to Dust. Do you know where you’ll end up? Follow the link for cremains advice. http://www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com/what-do-you-do-with-cremated-remains

09/01/2025

08/23/2025

Francis P. "Frank" Rossi

Francis "Frank" P. Rossi, of Tamaqua, formerly of Lansford and Bethlehem, went home to the Lord and his beloved wife on Friday, August 22, 2025. Aged 63, born September 27, 1961 in Palmerton, PA he was the son of Ernest F. and Olga (Allesch) Rossi. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Mary Ann (Risko) who passed away in 2018 and his father Ernest in 2016.Frank was a 1979 graduate of Marian High School, 1986 graduate of St. Luke's School...

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08/14/2025

James A. Anderson Jr.

James A. Anderson, Jr., husband, dad, pappy, 73 years of age of Whitehall, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at home while in the tender care of his family.Born Tuesday, March 11, 1952 in Lancaster the son of the late James A. Anderson Sr. and Peggy (Fayash) Anderson.Surviving are; his wife of 15 years, Anne M. (Tracy) Anderson; daughters, Tina O'Brien and her husband Sean, Tracey Stegemerten and her husband Chris; son, James A. Anderson, IV and...

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08/08/2025

Cremation. Follow the link for a look at the options available http://www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com/cremation-society-or-funeral-home

07/29/2025

Robert S. Stewart II

Robert S. Stewart II, born on August 7th, 1946, passed peacefully through the gates of eternity due to natural causes with his children by his side on Monday, July 21st at his residence in Doylestown, PA. Robert was the only son of the late Robert S. Stewart and Carrie I. Stewart (Frey) of Lehighton, PA. He is survived by his 5 children, Chad (Stacey) Stewart of Lake Havasu, Arizona, Ryan (MaLinda) Ross of Oxford, AL, Dan (Hillary) Stewart of Pipersville,...

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07/28/2025

Lynn K. Ge**er

Lynn K. Ge**er, 74 passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth, Pennsylvania.Born Friday, September 8, 1950. she was a daughter of the late Myers and Dorris (Berner) Zimmerman.Lynn was a 1968 graduate of Tamaqua Area High School and a member of St. Peter's Church, West Penn.Surviving are daughter, Sherry Ficocelli of Lehighton, son, Barry J. Ge**er, Jr., Tamaqua, PA, brother, Todd P. Zimmerman of Mantzville; 5 grand children; 3 great grand children.Burial for Lynn will...

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07/11/2025

What is the story behind flowers at funerals? Click on the link to find out more. http://www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com/flowers-and-funerals

07/03/2025

"On this day, we celebrate the courage and sacrifice of those who fought for our freedom. Thank you to all who serve."

06/28/2025

William G. "Wic" Wishousky, beloved husband, father, brother, Grandad, 78 years of age of Pottsville, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully at the Pottsville hospital on Thursday, June 26, 2025 while his wife of 35 years lovingly held his hand.

Born Sunday, October 13, 1946 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania the son of the late Harry and Helen (Turcmanovich) Wishousky. Bill was predeceased by his younger brother Harry in 1974.

Surviving are; his wife, Patricia J. (Hillegass) Wishousky; oldest child Sharon A. McCarthy wife of Kevin. Grandaughters: Kristina Henry wife of Kevin, Caroline Grant wife of Jesse, Emma, Mary Grace and Lauren McCarthy; son Nicholas J. Wishousky and his fiancé Kathryn Hobgood: Jake Wishousky, Lena, Millie, and Gwyneth Hobgood; sister, Jean Pieczynski wife of Ron; great grandchildren, Kennedy Henry, Kevin Henry Jr., McKinley Grant. Sister-in-law Sallie Barton, wife of Bart, brother-in-law Michael Hillegass, four nieces and three nephews.

A 1964 graduate of Tamaqua High School, Wic was the starting center on the 1962 State Championship Blue Raider football team. Wic attended Drexel University on a football scholarship. He owned and operated McAdoo Beverage and Tamaqua Beverage. Wic served honorably in the National Guard from 1966 to 1972. After Bill & Pat relocated to the Midwest, Bill was a furniture salesman.

Bill was an avid Penn State football fan. He closely followed both the local basketball and football programs. Grandad was a proud supporter of his grandchildren's sports endeavors and looked forward to visiting his grandchildren and watching them while their parents traveled. His grandchildren and their friends savored Grandad’s famous homemade chicken soup and all his love and support. He was member of local Dart and Pool Leagues. He was proud of being the old man pitcher of his Midwest Softball team. Bill was also an avid outdoorsman who looked forward to hunting season and his time spent at his family's Farm he lovingly looked after. Grandad is proud to have met his three great grandchildren. A dog lover, Bill and Pat enjoyed the companionship of their rescue dogs Boggie, Bailey, Bully and Benny.

Those beyond his relation even knew him as “Grandad ” and he would advise them to never leave any fouls on the court. This is a life lesson they will continue to uphold in remembrance of him.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550

A Funeral service will be held at 11 o'clock A.M. from the funeral home on Wednesday July 2, 2025

Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday evening July 1, 2025 from 5 to 7:00 P.M. and on the morning of services from 10:00 A.M. until the time of services.

Interment will be in St. Mary's Orthodox Cemetery , Summit Hill, Pennsylvania

Memorials in Wic's name to:

Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA

18 Wertz Drive

Pine Grove, Pennsylvania 17963

Online condolences or a fond memory of Wic may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Address

2066 W Penn Pike
New Ringgold, PA
17960

Telephone

+15703865884

Website

https://www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com/

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