 Jonathan (Jon) Ryan Steele, 30 of Nicholson, son of Kathleen and Steven Sturdevant died at home on April 20, 2023.
He was on May 1, 1992 in Kingston, PA at Nesbitt Memorial Hospital. Jon loved outdoor activities and nature, especially animals. He was musically, artistically, and mechanically gifted and talented. His abilities were limitless, most of which were self taught. He was a caring, compassionate, and thoughtful person; always putting the needs of others before his own even if it meant at his own expense. When it comes to God's artistry in this world, Jon was a masterpiece. Besides his parents, Jon is survived by his sister; Beth Howard; brothers, Steven and Kevin Steele; an aunt, Carolyn Sturdevant; and special friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents; Charles and Phyliss Sturdevant and Harold and Martha Brecht; stepfather, James Steele; a half sister, Lee Leslie; and two aunts, Jo Anne Allis and Janet Brecht. A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, May 6 from 2-4pm in the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson.
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 Proverbs 31:28-29 Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!
Katherine Louise Garrison, better known as Kate or Katie, died of natural causes at the age of 87 on March 25, 2023 after a brief stay at the Dunmore Health Care Center in Dunmore, PA. She is the daughter of Harold and Dorothy Gould Green. Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey on June 29, 1935 she was one of ten children; Karl, Harold II, Fritz, Frank, Clifford, Larry, Rodger, Nina, Dorothy, and Mildred. Katherine was married 69 years to her best friend, Lewis Robert Garrison, inseparable until his death on September 9, 2000. Together they had six children; Ruby, Bela, Lewis, Michael, William, and Pamela and later adopting two of the many foster children that graced our home, David and Diana. Mom and Dad loved family and every summer would gather family and friends from near and far for one fun packed family reunion. After the children grew Mom earned her CNA certification and continued caring for many others in two convalescent nursing facilities. In her spare time she enjoyed working in her flower gardens, every year hunting down some new exotic new plant to add. Dad always had a vegetable garden and mom would can/preserve more jars than we could count from the bounty. Both had very green thumbs. Besides people Mom loved animals. We always had some stray rescued dog or cat in our home, along with raising Persian cats for years; and then throw in a few exotic chickens here and there. Well, goodbye for now Mom. We will surely miss your seafood macaroni salad! Thank you for being the best Mom a kid could ask for!  Elwood G. Phelps, of Hop Bottom, passed away on April 25, 2023, after a brief illness. Born in Scranton, Pa, he was the eldest son of the late Gerald and Frieda Korban Phelps. Raised in Hop Bottom, Elwood graduated from Mountain View High School in the class of 1963. He was married to Suzanne Squier in 1975.
He and his father worked side-by-side on the family dairy farm, and he took over operating the farm when he was in his early 20s. Over the course of his life, Elwood wore many hats in many different occupations. He was a DHIA milk tester for eight years and a sales representative for Seedway, Inc. In addition, he owned and operated a school bus for Mountain View School District for over 40 years. He served his local community as a Lathrop Township supervisor for over 40 years as well. Elwood’s overall friendliness was contagious. He was a very generous and caring person who enjoyed working for his community. He was extremely social, as he found a conversation anywhere he went. He is survived by a son, Timothy and wife Heather with grandchildren Addison and Connor, of Mayfield, sisters Marcia and husband James Alberston of Midlothian, VA, Janice and Sam Burgerhoff of Port Charlotte, FL, Carol Jones of Clifford Township, brother Dennis and Patricia Fox of North Abington Township, also numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Suzanne and brother-in-law Terry Jones. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Geisinger CMC for their care and compassion portrayed during this difficult time. Friends may pay their respects from 11am to 1pm on Monday, May 1, 2023 at the Charles Litwin Funeral Home in Nicholson, PA. There will be a service immediately following. Interment, Nicholson Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to Grace Lutheran Church, 351 Greenwood Street, Hop Bottom, PA 18824.  Barbara L. Sloat, 92, of Kingsley passed away Tuesday, April 18th at home. Her husband, George Sloat, passed away in 2000.
Born in Windsor, NY she is the daughter of the late Albert and Ida Henry Canfield. She attended the Harford First Congregational Church-UCC and had been a member of the Rebecca's Lodge in New Milford. She loved flowers, birds, her puppies, and loved sitting in the sunshine. She was a beautiful soul and loved by many. Barbara is survived by a son, G. Allan Sloat (Deb); three daughters, Virginia Aberant, Rebecca Henderson, and Gail Batzel (Jim); three brothers, George Canfield (Eloise), Dennis Canfield (Linda), and Richard Canfield; one sister, Lois Salansky; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and a special friend Norma. She was predeceased by a daughter, Carol Jennings; a brother, Doyle Canfield; and a grandson, Adam Sloat. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 25th at the Harford First Congregational Church -UCC with services by Pastor William Hagenbuch at 12 Noon. There will be a viewing at the church from 10am till service time. Interment will be held in the South Gibson Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Harford First Congregational Church -UCC.  Wayne Oakley, aka “Mr. Superrific”, passed peacefully at his home on April 9, 2023. Wayne was a devoted Jehovah’s Witness, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and an avid Steelers and Mets fan. He was a proud Air Force Vietnam Veteran and an active member of the Union Grange #152 and Pomona Grange #7. He never worried, always had a positive attitude, and embraced life to the fullest. You could generally find him enjoying breakfast with family at Jenny Leigh’s, watching hallmark movies from his rocking chair, or tackling an expert sudoku at the kitchen table. Wayne’s contagious love of life and laughter will be remembered long after his passing, which is exactly the legacy he wanted to leave behind.
Farming was always a staple in Wayne’s life, which continued in his later years while serving as the no-till specialist for the Susquehanna County Conservation District. Wayne is survived by his wife of 39 years, Debbie (Peruzzi) Oakley, four siblings, Ricky (Karen), Ivan and Derek Oakley, Dorothy Jenkins, and five children, Julie (Chris) Baker, Sheila Baker, Brandy (Mark) Golden, Saleta (Chris) Jennings, and Michael (Emily) Oakley, along with several grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Helen and Ivan Oakley and siblings Tracy Oakley and Kathy Aldrich. A Memorial service will be held Thursday, April 13th, 2023, at Charles Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson, PA from 2pm-4pm with a service to follow. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Hospice of the Sacred Heart. Doris Evans, 84, of Hop Bottom passed away Friday March 31, 2023 at Allied Hospice in Scranton.
Her husband is Richard Evans and they have been married for 53 years. Born in Pleasant Mount, she is the daughter of the late Sheldon and Martha Simson DeGroat. She was a member of the Hop Bottom United Methodist Church. Doris is also survived by two sons, Daniel Evans and Michael Hyland; and one grandchild. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, April 5 at 1pm in the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson. Friends may call Wednesday from 12 Noon until service time. |
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