Obituaries

Donald R. Shanley

Donald R. Shanley

Apr 10, 2025

Donald R. Shanley, 91, husband of the late Dorothy M. (Stonesifer) Shanley, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Frederick Living Center.

He was a son of the late Clarence and Anna (Baker) Shanley.

He served as Corporal in the US Army from 1951-1954. He retired from Bethlehem Steel in 1987 after 33 years. Donald was a Philadelphia sports fan and enjoyed...

Carleen Y Horosky

Carleen Y Horosky

Apr 7, 2025

Carleen Yvonne (Warner) Horosky, 98, wife of the late Joseph Horosky passed away on April 7, 2025 at Manatawny Manor in Pottstown, PA.

Born in Kenilworth, PA, Carleen was raised by her devoted grandmother, Clara Warner. Carleen lived a long full life of passion for family, church, and travel. Her world revolved around her beloved children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Carleen...

John A O'Gorman

John A O'Gorman

Apr 1, 2025

John A. O'Gorman Jr., 75, husband of the loving Paula (Reitnauer) O'Gorman, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025 at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital.

He was a son of the late John A. and Marcella (Eckenroth) O'Gorman Sr.

John was known as a family man. His grandchildren meant the world to him. He was their biggest fan when he would go...

Thomas Nettleton

Thomas Nettleton

Mar 21, 2025

Thomas Nettleton, 70, of Pottstown, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, in the care of Pottstown Hospital. He was the loving husband of almost 30 years to Marcia L. (Yarmush). Thomas was predeceased by his first wife, Patricia (Hart), on February 19, 1993.

Born in Albany, NY, to the late John and Mary (Leary) Nettleton, Tom graduated from St. Joseph's...

Donald A Hutt

Donald A Hutt

Mar 20, 2025

Donald "Don" Hutt, 70, passed away in his Pottstown residence, Thursday, March 20th, 2025.

Born in Pottstown, Don was the son of Marguerite (Milloni) and the late Donald Hutt, and husband of the late Kathy Hutt (Hertz). He was raised here alongside his brothers: Dave Hutt, husband of Joanne; Steven Hutt, husband of Jill; Thomas Hutt, husband of Cathy Mazza; and...

Elizabeth Hosgood

Elizabeth Hosgood

Mar 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Hosgood, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, who peacefully passed away on March 20, 2025 at the age of 88 in Reading Hospital, Pennsylvania.

Elizabeth Hosgood was born on December 2, 1936 in Shamokin, Pennsylvania to Pauline and Anthony Ciocco. She spent her life giving selflessly to her...

Joanna K. Hylan

Joanna K. Hylan

Mar 19, 2025

Joanna K. Hylan, 72, of Stowe, passed away at Pottstown Tower Health on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Born in Pottstown to her loving parents, the late William and Anna Hylan (Goodwin), Joanna spent much of her life in the Pottstown area. She graduated from Pottsgrove High School and went on to work in the offices of both Levitz Furniture and John...

Stewart M Shear

Stewart M Shear

Mar 9, 2025

Stewart "Stu" M. Shear, 70, husband of the loving Ruth (Murray) Shear, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2025 at the Pottstown Hospital.

He was the son on the late Michael and Helen (Vladkia) Shear.

Stu was a Yankee and Giants fanatic; he tried to never miss a game on television. He loved the outdoors especially hiking. His cousin, Ted Kujawski and him...

Sarah M Rosoha

Sarah M Rosoha

Mar 6, 2025

Sarah Marie Rosoha (Petrucci), passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on April 7, 1941, in Lansford, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Angelo and Irene (Yezzi) Petrucci.

Sarah met and married the love of her life, John Roshay (Rosoha) with whom she shared 42 wonderful years of marriage. She, along with...

Dennis D. Day

Dennis D. Day

Mar 4, 2025

Dennis D. Day, 66, husband of the loving Linda (Carsley) Day, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at the Pottstown Hospital.

He was a son of the late Walter and Aimee (Frank) Day and a stepson of the late Jane Day.

Dennis was proud of his over 30 years working on the receiving dock at Hahnemann University Hospital.

He enjoyed a few hobbies...

Dawn Moffitt

Dawn Moffitt

Feb 23, 2025

Dawn (Biehl) Moffitt, 90, wife of the late James "Jack" Moffitt Sr., passed away on February 23, 2025 at

the Doylestown Hospital.

Dawn was born in Pottstown and was the daughter of the late Anna (Herrlinger) Biehl. She graduated from Pottstown High School and worked as a payroll assistant after graduation and later for Warker-Troutman Funeral Home as an office assistant and...

Marilyn F Koval

Marilyn F Koval

Feb 21, 2025

Marilyn F. Koval, 89, died on Friday, February 21st, 2025. She was the widow of James R. Koval and the daughter of Robert W. and Evelyn M. Gerhart of Boyertown, PA.

Marilyn was a graduate of Boyertown High School and worked 28 years in Court Room A of Montgomery County Court House as a Court Clerk to the late Honorable Lawrence...

Christine E. Jones

Christine E. Jones

Feb 18, 2025

Christine "Chris" E. Jones (Cusanelli) of Pottstown, PA passed peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born in Summit Hill, PA on September 22, 1931 to Anthony Cusanelli and Mary (D'Angona) Cusanelli.

Her mother was 7 months pregnant with Chris when she arrived at Ellis Island from Italy and then they made...

Ronald E. Schmale

Ronald E. Schmale

Feb 8, 2025

Ronald Schmale, 76, from Stowe passed away peacefully at Complete Care -Berkshire on February 8, 2025. Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Walter Schmale and Ruth Schmale (Reigel). He was surrounded by the comfort and love of family in the last weeks of his illness. He was employed at Mrs. Smith's Pie Company for 30 years...

Louis J. Ferranti

Louis J. Ferranti

Feb 2, 2025

Louis Joseph Ferranti, 76, beloved husband of Kathleen (Snell) Ferranti, passed away on Sunday evening, February 2, 2025, at Pottstown Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Lou had faced health challenges since April of 2024, spending time in the hospital and rehab, yet he remained in good spirits throughout. He received exceptional care at Pottstown Rehab, where he was affectionately known...

Dorothy M. Watson

Dorothy M. Watson

Jan 31, 2025

Dorothy M. (Wright) Watson, 98, lifelong resident of Stowe, PA, entered eternal rest on Friday, January 31, 2025, joyfully reunited with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Known affectionately as "Mom Dot" or "Grandmom Dot" to all who loved her, she was a guiding light of faith, wisdom, and strength.

Born on May 26, 1926, she was a beloved daughter of...

Dorothy Markley

Dorothy Markley

Jan 30, 2025

Dorothy (Williams) Markley, born on June 19, 1933 left us on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Brandywine Living at the age of 91.

Born in Norristown, PA to the late Walter M. Williams and Catherine (Koons) Williams, Dorothy was married for 60 years to her high school beau the late William H. Markley. They lived their entire marriage in Audubon, PA...

Steven Yarmush

Steven Yarmush

Jan 28, 2025

Steven John Yarmush, 64, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at the Valley Manor Rehabilitation and Care Center.

He is the son of Doris (Bear) and the late John M. "Ziggy" Yarmush.

Steven was an Eagles and Phillies sports fan. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, growing orchards and making his own honey. He was a collector of transistor radios, cocktail shakers and...

Michael P Kriczky

Michael P Kriczky

Jan 28, 2025

Michael P. Kriczky, 82, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at the Pottstown Hospital.

He was a son of the late Joseph J. and Mildred (Bitting) Kriczky Sr.

Michael is a U.S. Navy Veteran. He was a Philadelphia fan of the 76er's, Eagles and Phillies. Michael enjoyed playing basketball, especially with his son, one-on-one and in adult leagues. He played volleyball...

Marvin W Thrasher

Marvin W Thrasher

Jan 28, 2025

Marvin W. Thrasher Jr., 73, husband of the loving Antoinette M. (Morello), passed away January 28, 2025 at his residence.

He was a son of the late Ramona (Conklin), Marvin W. Thrasher Sr. and step father Fred P. Morton, who raised him as his own son.

Marvin is a U.S. Navy Vietnam Veteran. He was born in Johnson City, New York and...