Obituaries

Hanna Marx Heller

Hanna Marx Heller departed this world on January 8, 2023, at Monroe County Hospice due to complications from COVID-19.

She is survived by her family including loved one Rickie, daughter Sabrina, her longest & dearest friend and ‘sister’ Joelle EfthimouTwiggs and her daughter Jessica Durham-Twiggs. She is also survived by her brother Rudy Marx and her uncle Dieter Bunk who both live in Germany. She was preceded in death by her parents Ingeborg Marx and Rudy Marx.

Born in Germany in 1951, Hanna emigrated to the United States in 1954. She resided in NYC and then the Pocono Mountains and attended Monsignor McHugh High School in Cresco.

Early on at age 9, she met her future husband, Rickie. Rickie built their dream home with a wonderful view. During her life she raised a daughter Sabrina, and lived her values of kindness toward animals by creating a home for many unwanted and mistreated animals. Her values of health and wellness were manifested through working independently as a massage therapist and hosting numerous youth from the inner city of NYC thru the Fresh Air Fund. She also enjoyed hosting summer ‘camp’ for Sabrina and Jessica. www.kresgefuneralhome. com

She loved animals, travel, novel experiences, art, and her family.

As she wished, there will be no funeral or memorial service. In lieu of flowers or gifts consider choosing travel and exploring the world.

The Kresge Funeral Home, 1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville, is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHN “BILL” BURKE

John “Bill” Burke, 81 of Pocono Lake passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Marie Margiotta.

Bill was the beloved husband of Lorraine (Sherpinsky) Burke with whom he shared 58 years of marriage. In addition to his wife, Lorraine, Bill will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Lisa Burke and Patricia Burke de Garcia and her husband Francisco; loving Poppy of Giani and Rocco Garcia; and “like a daughter” Cheryl Lee.

Bill worked at Mrs. Smith’s Bakery for 38 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and competition shooting. He loved classic cars, the Philadelphia Eagles, the casino, and a good slice of pizza. Bill enjoyed volunteering at his community events in Locust Lake Village where he resided for the last 17 years. Private cremation services have been entrusted to Bolock Funeral Home of Cresco.

ROBERT A. CHRISTMAN

Robert A. Christman, 78, of Kunkletown, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at home.

He was the loving husband of Betty Ann (Gouger) Christman. They celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary last April.

Born in Palmerton, he was the son of the late Alvin Christman and the late Minnie (Smith) Christman.

Robert was a truck driver for most of his life. He was a member of Salem St. Paul Lutheran Church in Kresgeville. He was also a Korean War Army veteran. Most of all. he was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He will be deeply missed by all his friends and family. www.kresgefuneralhome. com

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Jason Christman and his companion Crystal, and Jeff Christman and his wife Katherine; three grandchildren, Joshua, Joelynn, and Mackenzie; and a great-grandchild, Hazel.

Interment of Robert’s cremains will be scheduled on a later date at the convenience of the family in Trachsville Cemetery.

The Kresge Funeral Home, 1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville, is in charge of the arrangements.

THOMAS JOSEPH McMANUS

Thomas Joseph McManus, 60, of Effort, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023 at Lehigh Valley HospitalPocono. He was the companion of Sara Gevelias with whom he shared over 30 years.

Born in Ashland, he was a son of the late James Joseph and Kathleen Agnus (Wolfgang) McManus.

Thomas played basketball during his high school and college years. He loved nature and being outdoors and enjoyed fishing, hiking and bicycling. Thomas was a devoted father and will be missed by his loving family and many friends and coworkers.

Thomas is survived by his daughter Christina Nuzzo and her husband, Salvatore of Easton; brothers: James McManus and his wife, Ann of Levittown; Dennis McManus and his wife, Theresa of Barnesville; sisters: Susan Wetzel and her husband, Robert of Reading; and Ellen McManus of Blandon.

In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his brother Michael McManus.

A memorial service was held January 12, at Kresge Funeral Home.

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