James P. Weller
January 29, 2012
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 James P. Weller, 46, a South Scranton resident, died Sunday, January 29, 2012, at home after a lengthy battle with diabetes.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of Edmund J. Weller, Sr. with whom he resided, and the late Ann Marie Duffy Weller. He attended Penn State University and was a former employee of BAE Systems. He was a member of St. Mary's Bowling League. He was a loving son, brother and uncle who will be deeply missed.
Also surviving are three brothers; Edmund Weller, Jr. and wife Lisa, Aliso Viejo, CA., Michael Weller and wife Kelly, Redondo Beach, CA., and John Weller with whom he also resided, two neices Britney and Crystal Weller and aunts, uncles and cousins.
The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity in Jim's name.
Susan A. Balducc
January 26, 2012
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 Susan A. Balducci, 95, A Scranton resident, died peacefully Thursday afternoon at her home surrounded by her family. She was the widow of Italo Balducci.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Ubaldo and Caroline Menichetti Ronchi. She was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School. The family would like to extend it's heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Barry Minora, Hospice Community Care and to Lisa Grassi, Susan's caregiver.
Surviving are two sons; Ronald, Henderson, NV. and Frank and wife Sylvia, with whom she resided, and a sister Mary Petrucci, Scranton, six grandchildren, five greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephews, greatnieces, greatnephews and greatgreatnieces and greatgreatnephews. She was also preceeded in death by two brothers Victor Ronchi and Louis Ronchi.
The funeral will be Monday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass at 10 AM in Immaculate Conception Church, 801 Taylor Ave. to be celebrated by Rev. Patrick J. McLaughlin, Pastor.
Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section. Friends may call Sunday from 5 to 8 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN. 38105 or to Hospice Community Care, 100 Williams St., Dunmore, Pa. 18512.
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James Anthony Rotondaro
January 24, 2012
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James Anthony Rotondaro, 90, a South Scranton resident, died peacefully at Hospice Community Care, Dunmore, on Tuesday, January 24, 2012. He was married to the love of his life, the former Yolanda Bucciarelli, Scranton, for the past 57 years.
Born in Pittston, he was the son of the late Joseph and Jennie Teberio Rotondaro, he graduated from Pittston High School, Cass of 1938. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy during World War ll.
Prior to retirement, he was the co-owner of a local finance company for 30 years. He was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish at St. Francis Of Assisi Church since 1954 and was very active in both church and community activites. A loving husband, father and brother, he felt he had it all until he was blessed with three grandchildren who were the most cherished gifts he could imagine.
He is also survived by three daughters; Joan Rotondaro and Janet Williams and husband Michael, all of Scranton, and Nancy Donovan and husband Robert, Clarks Summit, grandchildren Samantha, Sarah and Jason Williams, two sisters; Toni Shinal, Exeter and Mary Tabone and husband Leonard, West Pittston, nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude Dr. Barry Minora, Hospice Community Care, CMC Hospital, Allied Services and Mountainview Care Center for their kind and compassionate care.
Friends may call Friday from 4pm-7pm.
The funeral will be 9:30 AM Saturday from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave. with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 630 Genet St., to be celebrated by Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor. Interment Italian-American Cemetery, Minooka Section.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN. 38105.
Patrick J. Mann
January 11, 2012
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Patrick J. "Tiny" Mann, 71, a Scranton resident, died Wednesday evening, January 11, 2012, at home after being stricken ill. His wife of 18 years is Kathleen Heim Mann.
Born in Pittston, he was the son of the late Alton and Margaret Collins Mann. Patrick served in the United States Navy as a medic. He was the owner of Tiny's Mannhole Bar in Kingston, Pa. for 30 years. More recently, he was employed by Jack Williams Tire Company. "Tiny" , as he was known to his family and friends, loved to entertain and was an avid sports fan who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Also surviving are two stepdaughters; Millie Lacey and husband Jeffery, Sarasota, FL., and Dana Santarsiero Lewis, Scranton; two stepsons, William O'Rourke, Kingston and Leonard Santarsiero and wife Amie, Clarks Summit, several grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was also preceeded in death by a stepson-in-law Chad Lewis.
The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Friends may call Saturday from 2 to 5 PM at the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18505.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association, PO Box 3085, Scranton,Pa. 18505.
Esther (Gerri) G. Dembroski
January 10, 2012
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Esther (Gerri) G. Dembrosky, 73, a South Scranton resident, died Tuesday, January 10, 2012, in Northeast Pa. Hospice. She was the wife of Stephen Dembrosky and the couple was married for 34 years.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Esther Murphy Cotter. She was a member of St. John Neumann Parish, was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and was formerly employed by Giant Markets and Gerrity's Supermarkets.
Also surviving are two sisters; Alice Karem, Scranton, and Nan Heim, Clarks Summit and four nephews. She was also preceeded in death by a brother Thomas ( Butch ) Cotter and a niece Wendy Cotter.
The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
A Memorial Mass will be announced later.
Erna A. Winn
January 8, 2012
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Erna A. Winn, a South Scranton resident, died Sunday, January 8, 2012, in CMC after being stricken ill at home. She was the wife of Richard Winn and the couple was married for 52 years.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sophia Rumach Dombrowski. She was a member of St. Peter's Cathedral and was a retired employee of Conway Freight Lines. She was a graduate of Scranton Public Schools and Ithica College.
Also survivng is a son Richaed Winn, Jr. and wife Debra and a daughter-in-law, Michele Winn, three grandchildren; Amber, Ricky and David Winn, all of Scranton, a brother Joseph Dombrowski and wife Delores, Mt. Cobb and nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by a son David Winn.
The funeral will be Thursday with Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Peter's Cathedral to be celebrated by Rev. Philip Altavilla, Pastor. Inurnment Fairview Cemetery, Elmhurst.
There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
Alberta M. Ritter
January 5, 2012
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Alberta M. Ritter, 95, a South Scranton resident, died Thursday, January 5, 2012, in Regional Hospital, Scranton.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Jacob J. and Regina Foiw Ritter. She was a member of St. Paul Of The Cross Parish. She had been a lifelong member of St. Mary Of The Assumption Church and it's Altar and Rosary Society until it's closing. She was a Past President of Post 948, American Legion Auxiliary, was a Girl Scout Leader many years ago, was a member of South Scranton After 50 Club, and was a retired employee of the Saquoit Silk Mill. She was a fabulous baker, avid gardener, loved music and wrote poetry and was a published author. She loved to party and never came emptyhanded.
Surviving is a brother Joseph Ritter and wife Marita, Scranton, two sisters; Margaret Donovan, Hamilton Square, N.J., and Rosemarie Kennedy and husband Robert, Virginia Beach, VA., a sister-in-law, Alice Ritter, Scranton, two great friends Kathleen Carey and Paul Manley, nieces and nephews including Mary Kay Maldonato who was of great assistance to Alberta, and greatnieces and greatnephews. She was also preceeded in death by two brothers Robert and Gerard Ritter and a sister Regina Ritter.
The funeral will be Tuesday at 9:30 AM from the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Mass at 10 AM in Sacred Hearts Church, 1217 Prospect Ave., to be celebrated by Priest Rev. Scott Sterowski, Pastor, pallbearers Joseph Kayes, Mark and Gerard Ritter, Joseph Maldonato, William Fontanella, Robert Donovan . Interment St. Mary Of The Assumption Cemetery.
Friends may call Monday from 4 to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton,Pa. 18509.
Irma L. Phillips
January 4, 2012
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Irma L. Phillips, a South Scranton resident, died Wednesday, January 4, 2012, in St. Mary's Villa, Elmhurst.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Florence Aveline Phillips. She was a graduate of St. Mary's High School and was a lifelong member of St. Mary Of The Assumption Church until it's closing. She wasa member of St. John Neumann Parish. She was a retired employee of Consolidated Molded Plastics and she was an accomplished seamstress with a flair for fashion and design. She was a Breast Cancer Survivor. She treasured her animal companions and was an ardent supporter of the Humane Society.
Surviving are nieces and nephews. She was also preceeded in death by two brothers John and Joseph and her longtime companion Nicholas Safko.
The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd., Clarks Summit, Pa. 18411
Samuel A. Beam
January 2, 2012
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Samuel A. Beam, 55, a resident of Harford, died Tuesday, January 2, 2012, in Northeast Pa. Hospice, Scranton. His companion of many years is Nina Marie Mangan.
Born in Malvern, he was the son of Luther W. Beam, Malvern and the late Norma Slyder Beam. He was a graduate of Great Valley High School, Chester County and was self employed as a landscaper. He was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors. He was a loving partner and good friend who will be deeply missed.
Also survivng are three sisters; Karen Custer, Malvern, Joyce Esser and husband David, Kempton, and Donna Lineham, Malvern, a brother James Beam and wife Debra, Malvern and five nephews; Bryan and Kevin Beam and Greg, Matt and Sam Esser.
The funeral will be Friday with services at 11 AM in the August J. Haas Funeral Home, Inc., 202 Pittston Ave., with Pastor Kathleen Jamhoury, Interim Pastor of Providence United Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in South Harford Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday morning from 9 AM to 11 AM.
