<![CDATA[Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home - Obituaries]]>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:16:35 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[John W. Edwards]]>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 16:51:40 GMThttp://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/john-w-edwards
​John William Edwards, 82, of Fleetville, died April 16th at his home. Born and raised in Fleetville, the son of the late Richard and Dolores Edwards. John was a graduate of Benton High School. He was born and raised on the family farm where he worked most of his life.
Surviving are four sons, John and Dana Edwards, Factoryville, Keith Edwards, Fleetville, Christopher and Casey Edwards, Fleetville, and Michael Edwards, Fleetville. Also, survived by grandchildren, Holden, Carter, Alana, Addison, Benjamin, and Evan.
​A Memorial service will be held Friday from 6pm to 7pm at Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson, PA 18446.
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<![CDATA[Jeanette Chaparro]]>Thu, 21 Mar 2024 20:04:38 GMThttp://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/jeanette-chaparro
Jeanette Chaparro, 63, of Hop Bottom died Tuesday at the Meadow View Rehabilitation and Health Care in Montrose.

Born in Red Bank, New  Jersey she is the daughter of the late William and Martha Meyer Bonkoski.

She was formerly employed as a home health aid. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister who loved her family very much and was very dedicated and loyal to her friends.

Jeanette is survived by a daughter, Melissa Ann Belasco (Kenneth); two sons, Andrew Chaparro (Chelsea) and Nicholas Chaparro; four grandchildren, Anton Belasco, Kai and Shiloh Chaparro, and Alivia Chaparro; four sisters and two brothers; and her long term friend, Lenny Olivero.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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<![CDATA[Lila S. Loch]]>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 01:43:27 GMThttp://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/lila-s-loch
Lila S. Loch, 85, of Springville passed away Monday March 4 at the Oak Ridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Taylor.
Her husband, William E. Loch, passed away in 2022.
Born in Springville, she is the daughter of the late Max and Martha Reed Springer.
Prior to retiring she worked at the Montrose Hospital and Medical Arts Clinic for 62 years where she held several positions including bookkeeper.
She was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Hop Bottom and its women’s guild, a member of the Springville Ladies Auxiliary, a former Boy Scout leader of Pack 97 Springville, and also helped with Girl Scouts.
Lila is survived by one son, Alan Loch (Julie); two brothers, Bob Springer (Barb) and Paul Springer (companion Pat);  sister in law, Nancy Loch; two grandchildren, Brandon and Emma Loch; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services by Pastor Steven R. Geske will be Saturday March 9 at 11am in the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson followed by interment in the Tyler Hill Cemetery in Springville.
There will be a viewing from 10am until service time.
In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the Springville Volunteer Fire Company or the Grace Lutheran Church in Hop Bottom.
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<![CDATA[Roy Silfee]]>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 21:47:01 GMThttp://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/roy-silfeeRoy R. Silfee, 71, of Kingsley, PA passed away Thursday February 29 at home.
His wife of 49 years is Linda Kishbaugh Silfee.
Born in Scranton, he is the son of the late Gilbert and Anna Patrick Silfee.
Prior to retirement Roy worked as a mason. He will always be remembered and greatly missed.
Roy is survived by a son, Joseph Silfee; a stepson, Victor Gromadin; two brothers, Robert and Paul Silfee; five sisters, Jean Balmer, Esther Norris, Barbara Conklin, Sarah Gontz, and Joyce Michaels; six grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by a son, Troy Silfee, and six brothers and sisters.
It was Roy’s wish that there will be no services.

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<![CDATA[Gary P. Czekalski]]>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 21:43:41 GMThttp://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/march-05th-2024
Gary P. Czekalski 72, of Hop Bottom PA passed away peacefully at Allied Services Hospice & Palliative Care, on Wednesday February 28th, 2024. He was born on January 25th, 1952 in Scranton PA. to Leonard Czekalski and Kathryn Czekalski.

He married his best friend and love of his life of 42 years, Diane Czekalski, on June 27th,1981. He graduated from Scranton Tech HS. in 1970. He started working as a bag and delivery boy at Catalano’s Market and later joined the Army Reserves as a cook, to later begin a career in the bar business ending as an owner of the Halfway House Bar & Restaurant for over 20 years  only to start a new career as an autobody paint technician at Daniele’s Autobody Shop in Pleasantville NY. Gary later became a councilman for Hop Bottom Borough.

He was predeceased by his 2 sisters (Kay Daniele & Barbara Rade) and a daughter Carrie Kolankoski. He is survived by his wife Diane, 3 daughters Carrie Miller (Keith Miller), Gwendolyn Benson, and Danielle Hewitt (Daniel Hewitt), 7 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. As well as his brother Robert McGurrin of Woodstock, England and many nephews & a niece.

Gary loved fishing with his family, as well as golfing. He also enjoyed showing dogs in conformation, and taught a conformation handling class for show dogs. Later in life he loved cooking, baking, spending time with his family, and his best buddy Boo the cat.

Family and friends are invited to Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson PA. on Thursday March 7, 2024 for calling hours from 3-4pm with funeral services at 4pm. A dinner will follow at Kingsley Community Church in Kingsley PA.

In lieu of flowers a Donation in Gary’s name can made to Griffin Pond Animal Shelter or any charity of your choice.

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<![CDATA[Jack R. Tindle]]>Sat, 24 Feb 2024 21:07:16 GMThttp://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/jack-r-tindle
Jack R. Tindle, 78, of Nicholson passed away Friday February 23 at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton.
His wife is Margaret Heisler Manzer and they have been married for five and a half years.
His first wife, Michele Foceny Tindle, passed away in 2012.
Born in Evansville, Indiana he is the son of the late Frank and Ruby Tindle.
Jack was a proud Marine and served during Vietnam. He as a computer technician for IBM and after retiring was employed at several business and had his own computer business. He also volunteered for the Fleetville Fire Company  and also as an EMT.
Jack is also survived by two daughters, Deborah Buck and Diane Pederson; a brother and sister; five grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren.
Jack was a kind, caring, thoughtful man, a real true gentleman.
A very special thank you to Craige and Brandi Smith, our grandchildren, for keeping up with Jack's care and companionship.
At Jack's request, there will be no services.
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<![CDATA[Roy Noble]]>Mon, 19 Feb 2024 02:36:00 GMThttp://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/roy-nobleRoy Noble, 79, of Springville passed away Thursday February 15 at the Endless Mountains Health System in Montrose.

His wife is Louise Kiefer Noble and they would have celebrated 55 years of marriage on August 23rd.

Born in Springville, he is the son of the late George and Edna Ellis Noble.

He was a lifelong dairy farmer and was dedicated to his family and his farm. He was always willing to help anyone.

Roy is survived by two daughters, Jeannie Rogers (Michael) and Betty Dobrinski (Mike); a brother, Randy Noble; four grandchildren, Mike and Kayla Dobrinski and Brandon and Alexis Rogers; and three great grandchildren.

He was predeceased by a brother, Lewis Noble.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Interment will be in the Lynn Cemetery.

Arrangements by the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson]]>
<![CDATA[June Paolucci]]>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 20:40:07 GMThttp://litwinfuneralhome.com/obituaries1/june-paolucciJune Paolucci, 92, of Nicholson passed away Sunday, February 11 at The Gardens in Tunkhannock.

She was predeceased by her husband’s Cliveo Paolucci and Alfio Paolucci.

Born in Scranton, she is the daughter of the late Ray and Annette Piere Nichols.
Prior to retiring she was a nurse’s aide. She was a wonderful mother and will be greatly missed by her family.

June is survived by a daughter, Bonnie Ross; a brother, Harold Nichols; a sister in law, Brenda Nichols; a grandson, William Cameron; and the companion of her deceased daughter Rose Ann Cameron, Michael Cook.

Funeral services will be Tuesday February 20 at 12 Noon in the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson with a viewing from 11am until service time.

Interment will be in the Nicholson Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter.]]>