 Beloved family man and Veteran Basil Moots of Hop Bottom, PA passed away peacefully on August 11, 2021 at the age of 84 after a courageous fight with multiple illnesses.
Basil was blessed with a long and fulfilling life married to his beautiful wife Patricia (nee Stawowy) for over 60 years. He is survived by Patricia and their 6 children; Joline Davidson, Laura Miller, Mae Nowalk, Karen Stubbs, Rachel Fernandez, and Christopher Moots. In addition to his children, his legacy extends to 15 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, and two grandchildren. Born and raised in Wyandotte, MI, Basil enlisted in the military and served his country with distinction for 23 years that included two combat tours in Vietnam. After retiring from active duty as a Chief Warrant Officer Three, he continued to serve as a civil servant then at the end of his working career, as a volunteer at Brooke Army Medical Center in support of troops coming home from the War on Terror. Basil lived to serve causes bigger than him and the world is better for it. In his twilight years, he loved the simple pleasures of traveling the world with Patricia, visiting with family and friends, watching old westerns (to the chagrin of Patricia) and bird watching. Those who knew Basil personally loved and respected him for his no-nonsense approach to life and willingness to help when it was needed. A lifelong member of The Knights of Columbus, he was a devout Catholic and went out of his way to volunteer to help those in need. His and Patricia's spiritual leadership laid the foundation for their children's lives. For those in the area that wish to pay their final farewell in person, there will be a viewing on Sunday, 15 August at the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson, PA from 4:00 - 6:00 and a funeral mass on Monday, 16 August at Saint Patrick's, Nicholson, at 10:00. He will be buried with full military honors at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Tuesday, August 17 at 9:00am. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Saint Patrick's Catholic Church in Nicholson, PA, The American Heart Association, The American Diabetes Association, The Salvation Army, or the USO.
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 John C. Nauroth Sr, 80, of Nicholson died Sunday August 1 at home. His wife of 58 years is Patricia Wilson Nauroth.
Born in Allentown, he is the son of the late Aloysius and Mary Shimsy Nauroth. He was a policeman for 19 years and also a contractor. He served in the Army in military police and also served in the National Guard. He was a member of the Nicholson American Legion Post 953 and attended the Springville Baptist Church. John is also survived by two sons, John C. Jr. (Kelly) and Randy (Lisbet); a daughter, Deborah Garrison; a sister, Eleanor Cressman (Glenn); a brother, Joseph (Sharon), six grandchildren; four great grand children; and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday August 9 at 11:00am in the Springville Baptist Church with services by Paster Roger L. Rosenau. Interment will be held in the Nicholson Cemetery.  Billy Strickland, 88, of Union Dale, Herrick Twp., died Sunday at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. His wife is Ida Mae Packer Strickland and they have been married for 65 years.
Born in Hop Bottom, he was the son of the late Claude and Irene Kinner Strickland. Prior to retiring, he was a maintenance manager for Procter and Gamble. He was a United States Army veteran of the Korean War and a member of the American Legion Gardner Warner Post 154 in Montrose. He also was a member of the Sandy Creek Sportsman’s Club, Lake Ontario. He was a well-known baseball and softball player and was an all-star shortstop in the Army. He played in many leagues throughout Pennsylvania. He loved hunting, fishing and going to the camp at Lake Ontario with his many friends. Most of all Bill was proud of all that he and Ida accomplished in their lives. They worked hard for everything they had, raised a family that they were proud of but most of all they loved each other and were truly devoted to each other for 65 years. Bill is also survived by a daughter, Claudia Lopatofsky (Bill); two sons, Bradley (Penny) and William (Michele); two sisters, Jean Scott and Gail Decker; eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Dave; and two sisters, June Garrison and Betty Henderson. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State St., Nicholson, by the Rev. Bonnie Resseguie of the Clifford Baptist Church, followed by interment in the Nicholson Cemetery. The family will have calling hours Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.  Randy Lee Zick, 63, of Hop Bottom, Pa., passed on Friday, July 9, of natural causes.
Born Jan. 6, 1958, in Montrose, Pa., to Richard and Charlotte Zick, he was a graduate of Mountain View High School’s class of ‘76. Randy spent his early years on the family farm in Kingsley before making a successful career as a carpenter and independent contractor. He was highly active in his community, volunteering with the Hop Bottom Hose Company, coaching youth wrestling and little league baseball, as well as his charitable work through the Masonic lodge. Randy is survived by his sons, Jeffrey, of Hop Bottom; and Daniel, of Stephens City, Va.; daughter, Amber Zick, of Staten Island, N.Y.; his father, Richard Zick, of Brooklyn; sisters, Diane Kilmer, of Factoryville; and Jacquie Holgate, of Brooklyn; brothers, Richard, of New Milford; and Larry, of Factoryville; and seven grandchildren whom he adored. A private celebration of Randy’s life will be held at a later to be announced date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Harford Lodge College fund at Harford-Warren Lodge #445, P.O. Box 445, Hop Bottom, PA 18824.  Lawrence DeWolfe, 79, of Nicholson passed away Sunday, July 11, 2021 at home on the family farm. The son of Charles and Irene (Squier) DeWolfe, he leaves behind his dearly beloved wife of 57 years, Phyllis.
Lawrence shared his passion for education with so many. After graduating from Lackawanna Trail and East Stroudsburg University, he engaged in the family business of teaching, starting at age 21. He taught at Elk Lake, Easton, and then enjoyed a long career at Blue Ridge High School, determined to help students understand, realize their potential in, and even enjoy math. While Lawrence courageously battled physical challenges, he would not let those define him. Instead, he would readily admit to a lifelong case of “teachers’ disease,” an inability to stop talking. Many former students fondly note that hunting was a well-used topic to initiate a tangent. His family can recite hundreds of stories that he told over the years. At Elk Lake, he met the love of his life, Phyllis Belcher. Together, they raised three children, molded many young minds, and tended the family farm. Out of a lifelong love for animals, Lawrence served with the Pennsylvania Game Commission for sixteen years. While Lawrence had a strong affinity for the farm, hunting successes, and his teaching career, he was most proud of his family. He is survived by his children Chip (Dena Ann), Dena (Brad), and Nancy (Justin); his grandchildren Mikaela, Trystan, Malachi, Hannah, Lexie, Allison, Ally, Peyton, Michael, and Carissa; his godchild Stephany; a bonus son Mark and bonus grandchildren Megan and Emily; a sister Madeline (Tom); nieces Patty, Sandy, and Jenny; and many dear friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by a sister, Charlene. A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 16 at 11:00 am at the Lake Sheridan Bible Chapel, Nicholson with Pastor Jim Wentz officiating. Friends may call beginning an hour before the service. The family wishes to thank the Hospice of the Sacred Heart for their exceptional care of Lawrence in his final days. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence and Phyllis DeWolfe Scholarship, by mail at 270 Lake Avenue, Montrose, PA 18801 or online at http://www.community-foundation.com. Arrangements by the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson.  Sally S. Kennedy, 86, formerly of Lake Winola, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her daughter and son-in-law’s home. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Charles F. Kennedy.
Born in Seattle, Wash., on February 17, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Neil S. and Gertrude Teachout Sanborn. Raised with an emphasis on education, the arts, manners and citizenry, Sally’s formal education culminated in graduation from the University of Washington in 1956. As a newfound mother, guidance for the children began early, and she used her skill set accordingly. From there she became active in PTA, den mothering for the Cub Scouts, leadership of the Lake Winola Cottagers Association. The Tunkhannock library and school board, other community groups as well. All the while, maintaining memberships in ADPi sorority, the Century Club of Scranton, the Parliamentary Law Club of Scranton, and a most valuable addition to the PEO sisterhood. Sally was a steadfast Presbyterian, most recently with Covenant Church, Scranton. Her grace for the younger ones was paramount, and she wafted elegant. The family would like to thank Traditional Home Health and Hospice; Dr. Tatiana Franco and the Ophthalmology / Geisinger staff; Dr. Gregory Sayegh, Clarks Summit; and the Reverend Scott Loomer. All these people and many more held great caring with resilience. Surviving children include three sons, Mark and wife, Marita Kennedy, Newnan, Ga.; David, Lake Winola; and John and wife, Bobbi Kennedy, Richland, Wash.; a daughter, Kathleen and husband, John Arch Maier, Nicholson; a daughter-in-law, Annette Kennedy, Beaumont; 12 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, Peter, and her sister, Susan Perrin. A visitation will be held Thursday, July 22, 4 to 7 p.m. at Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State St., Nicholson. Any charitable contributions are at the observant’s discretion.  Walter Flannery, age 96 of Kingsley, died peacefully on Monday, July 5 at Meadow View Senior Living Center. His wife, Helen, passed away in 2005.
Born in New York City and the son of the late John and Helen Cosgrove Flannery. He was a World War II Army Veteran. Walt had a great love for dogs and enjoyed his retirement years living in Pennsylvania. He is survived by daughter Nancy Flannery, Ronkonkoma, NY and son Edward and wife Edlyn, Hop Bottom, 3 grandchildren, Courtney Flannery- Velez, Ronkonkoma, NY, Owen Flannery, Williamsburg Virginia, and Samuel Flannery, Miami, FL along with several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank his former caregivers, Gracious Living, Meadow View and Hospice of the Sacred Heart for the wonderful care provided to him during his later years. Graveside Services by Rev. Arbogaste Satoun of Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church, Nicholson will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Laura’s Hope Rescue, 3385 Forest Street, Hop Bottom 18824 or True Friends Animal Welfare Center,16332 PA-706, Montrose, PA 18801 Arrangements by Charles Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson.  Ruth Lycenia Hodgson, age 102, of Nicholson died Thursday, June 24th at The Gardens at Tunkhannock. Her husband Peter died in 2000. They had been married for 59 years.
Born in West Nicholson October 23, 1918. She is the daughter of the late Alvin and Helen Henry Mayo and was one of five children. Ruth was a member of the West Nicholson United Methodist Church. She received a citation from The Pennsylvania House of Representatives on her 102nd birthday for having demonstrated the highest ideals of citizenship and the Commissioners of Wyoming County issued a Proclamation recognizing October 23rd, 2020 as Ruth Hodgson Day. Ruth worked as a caregiver and nanny during World War II. Her hobbies included a love for solitaire, sewing, knitting, gardening and a mother to all. She gave up driving at age 98 and lived in her home to age 99. She was an inspiration to her family and a caring and giving person to the community. Ruth is survived by her three daughters Barbara Latham, Shirley Byrd and Elizabeth Endres; four sons, Peter T., Arnold J., David W, and Raymond A.; 48 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and 15 great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by two daughters, Nancy Quick and Mary Phillips; and a granddaughter, Janel Hodgson. A graveside service by Carlton Ball will be held Tuesday, June 29th at 1pm in the Nicholson Cemetery.  William R. Deacon, Sr., 67, a lifelong resident of the Nicholson area, died Monday June 21 at the Gardens at Wyoming Valley in Wilkes Barre.
Born in Scranton, he is the son of the late Robert and Frances Appnel Deacon. He was formerly employed as a heavy equipment operator and truck driver. He passed away on the birthday of his best friend, Billy Ross. William is survived by four sons, William Jr., Randy, Michael, and Johnny; three daughters, Dawn Deacon, Connie Rich, and Renee Deacon; a stepson, Steven Ball Sr.; a stepdaughter, Nikki Mallick; a brother, Dave Deacon Sr.; and sixteen grandchildren. A memorial for William will be held on Friday July 2 from 6-8pm in the Charles H. Litwin Funeral Home, 91 State Street, Nicholson  Teressa Fornicola, 60, a resident of the Wyalusing Personal Care Home, died Wednesday at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre.
Born in Red Oak, Iowa she is the daughter of the late Robert and Nancy Hester McClain. She was employed as a mail carrier for the US Post Office. Teressa is survived by fours sons, Justin and Jeremy Presson, and Dominic and Robert Fornicola; a daughter, Jessica Fornicola; a brother, Scott McClain; 11 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. There will be a celebration of Teressa's life Saturday, June 19th, at 5pm at the Lackawanna State Park. |
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