Frances C. Haas of Shohola, a retired bartender for the Barryville Hotel and a 46-year area resident, died Thursday, March 7, 2002 at the Wayne Memorial Hospital in Honesdale. She was 86. Daughter of Stanley and Christine Zarnowski, she was born in Scranton. She was the widow of Charles Haas who died in 1990. She was a member of St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church in Shohola. Survivors include two sons, Walter, Sr. of Shohola and Michael of Greeley; a grandson, Walter Jr. of Barryville; two granddaughters, Charlotte Haas of Barryville and Nicole Haas of Honesdale; three great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Ann’s Church in Shohola. The Rev. David Cramer officiated. Burial was in the parish cemetery.
John W. Haberzettl, 78, of Greeley, Pike County, died Friday, January 21, 2000 in the VNA Hospice at St. Luke's Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was the husband of the late Pauline (Matos) Haberzettl. A graduate of St. Francis College, Brooklyn, he was a forms control supervisor for GTE for many years before retiring in 1983. Born in Brooklyn, he was a son of the late Carl and Flora (Wirth) Haberzettl. He was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church, Bethlehem. He was a past president of the Holy Name Society at St. Barbara's Catholic Church, Brooklyn, and Eucharistic minister for St. Anne's Catholic Church, Shohola, Pike County. He was a past president of the Laxawan Missions Men's Club. Survivors: Sons, Paul K. of Berwick, Maine, and Edward S. of Dingmans Ferry , Pike County; daughters, Christine of Laxawan, Pa., Cecilia A. of Pottstown, Maggie F. Matos of Monroe, N.Y., Kateri T. Henkel of Herkimer, N.Y., and Barbara F. Fiore of Bethlehem; brother, Carl of Long Island, N.Y., 22 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Jack. W. Services: 6 p.m. Sunday, Notre Dame Catholic Church, Bethlehem. Call 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St., Bethlehem. Contributions: VNA Hospice of St. Luke's Hospital.
Mary Jane Halley, age 70, of Lackawaxen died Monday, April 3, 2006 at Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center, Crystal River, FL. Mrs. Halley was born November 27, 1935 in New York City, NY and was the daughter of the late Charles E. and the late Gertrude E. (McGuire) O'Connell. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband: Richard Halley: two daughters, Maureen Laderhos and Sarah A. Halley; three sons, Richard, Jr., Charles and James. Calling hours will be Sunday, April 9, 2006 from 2 to 5 PM at TEETERS' East Chapel, 505 Church St, Hawley, PA. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, April 10, 2006, at 10:00 at St Ann's Roman Catholic Church in Shohola by Rev. Philip Rayappan. Burial will be in St Ann's Cemetery in Shohola.
Charles R. Hartmann of Eldred, a retired fireman for the New York City Fire Department and a 22-year resident of the area, died Friday, January 25, 2002 at the Sullivan County Adult Care Center in Liberty. He was 79. The son of Henry and Anna Mitchel Hartmann, he was born on June 15, 1922, in Woodhaven, Queens. Mr. Hartmann was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a member of the Tusten-Highland Post VFW, Eldred, the American Legion, Eldred; and St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church, Shohola, Pa. Survivors include his wife, Ruth, at home; one daughter, Jill Hartmann of Ashville, N.C., four stepchildren; one sister, Loretta Woodruff of Wappinger Falls; as well as several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, January 27, 2002 at the Gray-Rasmussen Funeral Home, Barryville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 28, at St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church, Shohola, Pa. The Rev. David Cramer will officiate. Interment will be in St. Ann's Cemetery, Shohola, Pa. Memorial contributions may be made to the New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation, c/o Engine 66-Ladder 66, 21 Asch Loop. Bronx, NY 10475 or to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Gray-Rasmussen Funeral Home Inc., Barryville.
Anna J. Hendershot of Greeley, Pennsylvania, a homemaker and a lifelong area resident, died Friday, Apr 28, 2000, at the Horton Medical Center. in Middletown. She was 77 years of age. The daughter of the late Marvin and Harriet Caskey Gilson, she was b. June 27, 1922, in Mongaup. She was the widow of Edward Hendershot. Mrs. Hendershot was a communicant of St. Ann's R.C. Ch in Shohola, Pennsylvania. She is survived by a son, John Hendershot of Pond Eddy; a sister, Eleanor Kinzel of Pond Eddy; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sons, William Hendershot and Russell Eldred. A Mass of Christian Burial was offered Mon at St. Ann's R.C. Ch in Shohola, Pennsylvania, with the Rev. Michael Quinnan officiating. Burial was made in the German Hill Cemetery in Shohola, Pennsylvania. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greeley Ambulance Corps, Greeley, Pennsylvania.
Edward M. Hess, 84, of Shohola, died Friday, March 30, 2012 at Commonwealth Home Health and Hospice of NEPA an affiliate of Regional Hospital of Scranton, following a short illness. The son of the late Edward J. Hess and Elsie May Hess, he was born Oct. 11, 1927 in Shohola, and was predeceased by his wife Madeline "Cissy" Hess in 1999. Prior to his career as a builder, Ed served in the United States Army. Survivors include his wonderful wife of seven years, Verna Velicky Hess at home; one daughter, Lisa North of Shohola; one son, Steven Hess of Shohola; five grandchildren: Jeff Miller, Stacey Beisel, Justin Hess, Jason Hess and Dakota Hess-Baker; two great grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Travis Beisel, several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his brother, Harold N. Hess of Boswell. Another brother, Roger K. Hess and a daughter, Nancy Hess predeceased him. A loving father, husband and friend, Ed enjoyed traveling, camping with his friends, and fishing with his grandson Dakota. He loved spending time with his family. His strength and spirit will always be an inspiration to his family and will be fondly remembered by all. A Mass of Christian Burial was to be celebrated at St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church, Shohola, on Tuesday, April 3 at 10 a.m. with Rev. Thomas Major officiating. Burial was to follow in St. Ann's Cemetery, German Hill, Shohola. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Ed's memory to Commonwealth Home Health and Hospice, 746 Jefferson Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania
Elsie May Hess, German Hill Road in Shohola, died Monday, April 23, 1990, at Mercy Community Hospital in Port Jervis. A lifetime resident of Shohola, she was married to the late Edward J. Hess who preceded her in death in 1980. She was a member of St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church in Shohola. Born on October 23, 1902 in Parkers Glen, Pa., she was the daughter of Emanuel and Lena (Hess) May. She is survived by two sons; Edward M and Harold N., both of Shohola. A third son, Roger K., died in 1988, She is also survived by five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 26, at 10 a.m. from St. Ann's Catholic Church, with Reverend John O'Haire officiating the service. Interment, St. Ann's Cemetery.
Harold N. Hess, formerly of Shohola, Pennsylvania, and of Boswell, Pa., died Oct. 4, 2017, at Laurel View Village, Davidsville, Pa. He was 88. Son of the late Edward J. Hess and Elsie May Hess, he was born Oct. 11, 1928. He was predeceased by his wife, Caroline Schields Hess, in 1986. He was a member of St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Church, Davidsville, and St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church, Shohola. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. A prominent Pike County businessman, he was founder, owner, and president of the former Harold N. Hess Co., Westfall Construction Co., Milford Community Television, Hess Laundry and Dry Cleaning, Woodland Kitchens, and Hi-Land Gas Service. Prior to his business endeavors, he served in the U.S. Army and as the station master for the Erie Railroad in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania. Survivors include his daughters, Judith A. Hess of Breinigsville, Pennsylvania, and Deborah K. Potere of Roanoke, Va.; one granddaughter, Kristen N. Herchenrider of Pottstown, Pennsylvania.; grandsons, Brian T. Potere of Sterling, Va., and Ian N. Potere of Wendell, N.C.; three great-grandsons, Henry, Nathaniel, and Otto; and several nieces and nephews. Two brothers, Edward M. Hess and Roger K. Hess, predeceased him.
Madeline L. "Sissy" Hess of Shohola, PA, a lifelong area resident, died Tuesday, May 11, 1999, at home. She was 67. Daughter of Edmund and Isabelle Kahle Kleinert, she was born February 19, 1932, in Greeley, PA. Survivors include her husband, Edward M. Hess; a son, Steven of Shohola; two daughters, Nancy Miller of Greeley and Lisa Hess of Shohola; a sister, Ruth Hicks of Doylestown; a brother, Edmund Kleinert Jr. of Greeley; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Ann’s Church in Shohola. The Rev. Michael F. Quinnan officiated. Burial was at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pike Unit of the American Cancer Society, 204 E. Harford St., Milford, PA 18337; or to the Karen Ann Quinlan Center of Hope Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ
Dr. Donald E. Hinkel -Services will be held for Dr. Donald E. Hinkel, 86, of Milford, who passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at Allied Services, Scranton. He was married to the late Florence M. German Hinkel for 59 years. Born October 31, 1922, son of Edward G. and Freda Haas Hinkel in Woodtown, Shohola Township, Dr. Hinkel graduated from Shohola Elementary and Milford High School. He received his BS degree in Pre Veterinary Medicine from Penn State University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania and conducted a veterinary practice in Milford. He served in the US Army during World War II. He was elected Associate Judge of Pike County, elected Chairman of the Pike County Democratic Committee and a former member of the Milford Fire Department. He also was a life time member of the Port Jervis Lodge of Elks, lifetime member of the Marsh Kellogg American Legion Post #139 in Milford, lifetime member of the Port Jervis Knight of Columbus, and President of Hinkel Estates, Inc. He was a member of the Woodtown Game Club, Honorary member of the White Hunting Club and a member of the North East Regional Veterinary Association. Survivors include: three children, Kathryn Sternburg and her husband Jon of Honesdale, Joanne Andree of Milford, Donald E. Hinkel Jr. and his wife Beth Povanda of Milford; five grandchildren, Megan, David and his wife Lynda, Eileen Andree, Rebecca and Joshua Sternburg; one great granddaughter, Juliet Andree; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Friday, Jan. 9, at 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm at Stroyan Funeral Home, 405 W Harford St. in Milford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Ann's Church in Shohola on Saturday Jan. 10 at 10 am with the Rev Thomas Major officiating. Burial will take place at Woodtown Cemetery in Shohola. Memorial donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation New York, NY 10016. Arrangements made by Stroyan Funeral Home, Inc. 405 W. Harford Street, Milford, PA 18337.
Florence M. Hinkel of Milford, Pennsylvania. passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2005 at Bon Secours Community Hospital, Port Jervis, N.Y. She was a member of the Cliff Park Women's Golf League, former member of the Port Jervis Country Club, and a member of St. Ann's Church, Shohola, Pa. The daughter of the late Thomas J. and Adeline (Zang) Gorman, she was born on July 23, 1921 in New York City. She was married to Donald E. Hinkel. Survivors include her husband, three children: Kathryn Sternburg and her husband, Jon, of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, Joanne Andree of Milford, Pennsylvania, and Donald E. Hinkel, Jr. and Beth Provanda of Milford, Pennsylvania; one brother, Thomas J. Gorman of Mattituck, N.Y.; five grandchildren: Megan, David, and Eileen Andree, and Rebecca and Joshua Sternburg; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Stroyan Funeral Home, 405 West Harford St., Milford on Wednesday, December 14 from 2 to and 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Ann's Church, Shohola, on Thursday, December 15 at 10 a.m. The Rev. Philip Rayyapan will officiate. Burial will take place in Woodtown Cemetery, Shohola, Pennsylvania. Memorial donations may be made to St. Ann's Church, Shohola, Pennsylvania.
Edward Hirsch of Milford, Pennsylvania, a retired custodian for Clarkstown Central School District, West Nyack, died Sunday, March 4, 2001, in Bon Secours Community Hospital, Port Jervis. He was 62. The son of Edward Hirsch and Mary McGoven Hirsch, he was born Feb. 27, 1939, in the Bronx. Mr. Hirsch was a member of the New City Volunteer Fire Department, New City. Survivors include three sisters, Joan Hirsch of Milford, Pennsylvania, Donna Forsythe and her husband, Thomas of Hopewell Junction, and Linda Ott of Shohola, Pennsylvania; one niece, Michelle of Hopewell Junction; and one nephew, Thomas of Hopewell Junction. Friends may call Thursday, March 8, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Stroyan Funeral Home, 405 West Harford St., Milford, Pennsylvania. 18337. A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 8, in St. Patrick's R.C. Church, Milford, Pa. Interment will be in St. Ann's Cemetery, German Hill, Shohola, Pa. Funeral arrangements were made by Stroyan Funeral Home, Milford, Pennsylvania.
William Joseph Hoare, 77 of Greeley, PA passed away Friday, February 4, 2022 at home surrounded by his family. He was retired as a Structural Engineer in the SEMAC division of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Bill was a parishioner of St. Ann’s Church, Shohola, PA, a member of the Knights of Columbus and Knights of Columbus Bowling League, Brooklyn, NY and member of the Wyoming Coin Club. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving as a Ranger from 1965 to 1967 and in the Army Reserves from 1967 to 1971. He was recently appointed Laird of a small property in Scotland. The son of the late James William and Harriet (Wallace) Hoare he was born July 1, 1944 in Brooklyn, NY. He was married to Patricia (Donnelly) Hoare on April 12, 1969 in Spring Valley, NY. Bill leaves behind his beloved wife of 53 years, Patricia; three daughters Patricia Hoare Greenhalgh of Andover, NJ, Jennifer Hoare of Hackettstown, NJ and Aimee Hoare Bem of Greeley, PA; grandchildren Katy, Harry, Billy, Marcia, Mackenzie, Mary-Kate, Crystal; sister Brenda Hoare Sands; sons-in-laws Harry Greenhalgh and John Bem; many nieces and nephews and his cherished Husky, Sierra. He was predeceased by his brother and sister James M. Hoare and Theresa Muriel Hoare A viewing will be held at Stroyan Funeral Home, 405 West Harford St., Milford, PA on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 from 9 to 10:30 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Ann’s Church, Shohola, PA on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 11 AM with Rev. Edward Casey officiating. Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Shohola, PA with Military Honors. Arrangements by Stroyan Funeral Home, Milford
Virginia Holzhauer, 93, of Lackawaxen, PA, formerly of Maspeth, NY, a longtime resident of the area, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at VNA Hospice House, Vero Beach, FL. The daughter of the late James and Anna O’Brien McNamara, she was born July 7, 1924 in Brooklyn, NY. Virginia was a retired secretary treasurer for Can Industries Inc., Maspeth, NY. She was the widow of Robert Holzhauer, who had passed away in 1996. She was a member of Sacred Heart RC Church, Lackawaxen, PA. She was a lifetime member of PLAV Post of Maspeth Post 4, a member of VFW Post 5635 Ladies Auxiliary, Lackawaxen Vol. Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary, helped form Actirees Club ( Active Retired People). Virginia is survived by her two sons: Robert Holzhauer and his wife Kathleen of Richmond Hill, NY, Thomas Holzhauer and his wife Barbara of Maspeth, NY, daughter Joyce Ann O’Neill and her husband James of Sebastian, FL, brother James McNamara of Camillus, NY, eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, two nieces. Virginia is predeceased by her husband Robert (1996), grandson Jimmie O’Neill (1988), and daughter Kathy Saladino. Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, January 4, 2018 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Harrison Rasmussen Funeral Home, 3412 Rt. 97 Barryville, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Ann’s R.C. Church, Shohola, PA. Father Thomas Major will officiate. Christian Burial will take place in Lackawaxen Cemetery, Lackawaxen, PA. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Harrison Rasmussen Funeral Home Barryville, NY.