All Obituaries

Mary E. Salerno, 94, formerly of West Pittston, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on Sept. 20, 2022 at the Highland Park Senior Living , Wilkes-Barre Twp., which served as her home for the past 6 years.  Born on Feb. 27, 1928, in Exeter, she was the daughter of the late Dominick Sr, and Josephine Naples Mirra. In 1948 she married Herman Salerno, a devoted husband, father and grandfather. They resided in West Pittston for 52 years together in the house he built for them...

Anita Jean Wanat, 91, of Exeter passed away on Sunday September 4, 2022 at the Allied Hospice Service, Meade St. Wilkes-Barre. She was born June 1,1931 to the late Paul and Angela Volpe Cancelli in Carbondale, PA and grew up in Olyphant.  Anita was known for her skills as a seamstress, starting in that industry right after graduating Olyphant high school in 1950. She began her career at Barbizon and over the course of the next 40 years worked at various local dress and blouse...

Rena Marie Wardell Hurrey (54) of Exeter joined her father and sister in eternal life with the Lord on September 4, 2022 after a long battle with Ovarian Cancer. Born on July 7, 1968 in Kingston to Jane Conti Lemardy and the late Clyde Wardell. Rena was an LPN who specialized in home health care for many years. She was also a devoted believer in Jesus Christ. She would attend many gatherings such as Bible studies to further her relationship with God and her connections with many other...

Joan I. Jemiola, 86, of Dupont, went into the arms of the Lord on September 3, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Exeter, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Irene Mislan Richards. Joan was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Dupont . She was a 1953 graduate of Exeter High School  and  held many jobs including working for the former Rex Shoe Factory, Exeter and in various dress factories in the garment industry and lastly the job she loved was working...

Deborah “Debbie”  A. Volpi, 65, a lifelong resident of Exeter, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 27, 2022.  Born in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of the late Orlando "Lon" and ”Connie Meloro  Volpi. Debbie was a graduate of Wyoming Area High School’s Class of 1974.  After graduation she became employed by the Social Security Administration for 31 years, and then the Cross Valley Federal Credit Union for...

Adam Josef Calpin of Falls left this world suddenly on August 13, 2022 at the age of 36. Born on November 6, 1985 in Kingston, he was the son of Elaine Ord and the late Martin Calpin.  Adam was an old soul who ruminated to find a deeper understanding of life through reading, poetry, and his art. He loved nature, camping, hiking, and forging for mushrooms.   If you were looking for Adam and he wasn't outdoors, you'd most likely find him in the garage. With a knack...

                                                                                         Raymond J. Pulcini   I was born April 6, 1950 and left this earth on August 11, 2022. In life I was a very lucky man. I had a feisty wife Christine Marie who wasn’t...

  Joseph J. Barletta, Jr., 79, formerly of Exeter, passed away on Monday July 11, 2022 at the Department of Veteran Affairs, Plains Twp. Born in Kingston, he was the son of the late Joseph J. and Anna C. Burakiewicz Barletta. Joseph was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Exeter and a former member of the American Legion Post 0655, Larksville. He was a 1961 graduate of Exeter High School and then went on to join the United States Coast Guard. After completing his tour of duty,...

Thomas Joseph Butchko, 81, of Exeter, passed away on July 1, 2022, at the Highland Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Home, Exeter, surrounded by his loving family.   Born in Exeter, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Hromisin Butchko.   Tom was a 1958 graduate of Exeter High School and a graduate of King’s College (Class of 1966) earning a B.S. degree in Business Administration.   He was a United States Veteran, having served his country as a Military Policeman...

Josephine R. Yozwiak, 98 of Wyoming, the Matriarch of the Matreselva family passed away peacefully into eternal life on Wednesday morning, June 22, 2022. Born in Barnesboro, PA on September 18, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Catherine Ciraolo Matreselva. Josephine was a graduate of Wyoming High School and prior to her retirement, worked in the local garment industry. She served as Judge of Election for the First Ward, Wyoming for many years. She also served on the...