Obituaries

JOHN J. RAYNOCK SR.

John J. Raynock, Sr., 91 years of age of Weatherly, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Lehigh Valley Hospital Hazleton Campus.

Born Friday, June 5, 1931 in Rockport the son of the late Frank J., and Ann (Hallahan) Raynock, John was also predeceased by sister, Martha E. Raynock; brothers, Frank J. and Joseph Raynock.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 60 years, Eleanor (Wozniacki) Raynock; son, John J. Raynock, Jr.; daughter, Maura A. Grega and her husband Lawrence; brother, James Raynock and his wife Patricia; sisters, Mary Ann Marshall, wife of Randy, Peggy Joan Raynock and Ann Carol Karotko, wife of Robert; grandchildren, Veronica, and Alexander. Many nieces and nephews also survive John.

A 1949 Weatherly High school graduate, John served honorably in the United States Army.

He and his partner Ronald Eroh owned E&R Plumbing & Heating in Weatherly for over 40 years.

He was a former officer of the L&L fire company, the Weatherly Municipal Authority, the Anthracite Building and Loan, Security Savings and the First Federal Charitable Foundation.

A member of Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C., John was also a Fourth Degree Knight of the St. Nicholas Knights of Columbus.

An avid outdoorsman John liked to hunt, fish, and golf. He was a member of Silver Ridge and Brushy Hollow Hunting Clubs.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Weatherly.

Memorials in his name to St. Nicholas Knights of Columbus Council #12105. Online condolences may be made to the family at www. griffithsfuneralhomes.com

PAUL G. DICE

Paul G. Dice, 72, of Weatherly, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Commonwealth Health – Wilkes-Barre in Wilkes-Barre, 9 days after the passing of his beloved wife of 42 years; Linda J. (Meyers) Dice.

Born Saturday, February 17, 1951, in Hazleton he was the son of the late Arthur and Ida (Knepper) Dice.

Surviving are daughters, Paula Jo Dice of Weatherly, and Stephanie M. Halliday wife of John of Hanover Twp.; grandchildren, Jared Kishbaugh-Corch, and Jacob Halliday. Paul was one of three siblings.

Paul retired from Wright Knit Wear of Orwigsburg, and was an avid NASCAR fan. He enjoyed attending local races at Mahoning Valley Speedway. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Weatherly.

A Celebration of Life will be held for both Paul and Linda on June 26, at 6 p.m. from the funeral home. Friends may visit from 4:30 p.m. until time of services.

Memorials in his name to: Carbon County Animal Shelter

63 Broad Street Nesquehoning, PA 18240

Online condolences can be expressed by visiting www. griffithsfuneralhomes.com

NANCY M. STEWART

Nancy M. Stewart, 84 years of age of Weatherly, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at St. Luke’s Manor Hazleton. Born Saturday, April 15, 1939 in Luzerne County, she was the daughter of the late Theodore R., and Dorothy Mae (Kibler) Stewart. Nancy was also predeceased by her brother Wayne J. Stewart.

A 1958 graduate of Foster Township High School, Nancy retired from Fairchild Company of Mountain Top. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of White Haven, having been an active member of the church choir for many years. Nancy enjoyed watching baseball, the Philles and especially the Little League World Series. An avid dog lover, Nancy had Collies and Golden Retrievers over the years.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Weatherly.

Graveside funeral services will take place Friday, June 2, at 11 a.m. from Union Cemetery, Weatherly. Memorials in her name to: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 418 Berwick Street White Haven, Pa. 18661. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes. com

Breakfast at VFW

VFW 6615 of White Haven will sponsor an all you can eat breakfast on Sunday, June 11, from 8 a.m. to Noon. The menu includes eggs (made to order), pancakes, French toast, waffles, potatoes, sausage, bacon, toast (white, wheat or rye), orange juice, coffee, and tea.

The price is $11 for adults, $10 for Veterans and seniors, and $5 for children 12 and under. Take-outs are subject to 50¢ extra charge and are not all you can eat. Call 570-443-3333.