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Earl Cecil Crispell Jr., age 93, of Emeryville, California passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021. Earl was born March 8, 1928.

Frank James Marinangeli Sr., 78, of the Hilldale section of Plains Township, loving husband, father, and grandfather, laid down his red hammer and passed from this life into heaven on Saturday, November 20, 2021, while being cared for by his loving family and the staff of Allied Services Hospice. Born on August 16, 1943, in the family home in the Keystone section of Plains Township. Frank was the son of the late Frank and Helen Andreoli Marinangeli. Frank grew up in the Plains area and attended Cotton Avenue Elementary School and was a graduate of the Plains Memorial High School, class of 1961. In 1964, Frank enlisted into the United States Army where he was assigned to the 300 Field Hospital of Wilkes-Barre and into the Army Reserve where he served as a medical corpsman. Frank was honorably discharged after his term of service. On September 9, 1967, Frank married Dolores Shiloski, together the couple raised one child Frank Jr. Frank held many jobs over the years for different businesses and construction firms, none more important than starting his own construction business, Frank Marinangeli Home Repair and Remodeling. Frank hammered his first nail with his red hammer for his business on January 1, 1986. He was a hard worker and there was nothing that he couldn’t do. When he showed up to a job in his red Ford truck you knew the job was going to be done right. His dedication to detail and craftsmanship was passed on to his partner and son Frank Jr. over the years. Together, over the past several years, the father and son team completed many construction and remodeling jobs in the valley and the Plains area. When Frank wasn’t driving his truck to a job, you could find him and his wife Dolores driving to some far-off destination on his 85th Anniversary Edition Harley Davidson. Frank enjoyed riding all over the country. From Stergus, to Arizona, to Florida, he rode for enjoyment and adventure. When he wasn’t riding on the highway you could find him in a local parade participating in the Irem Motor Corp. with his fellow Shiners from the Irem Temple. Frank enjoyed watching and rooting for Penn State and the Pittsburgh Steelers on the weekends in the Fall. He was also an avid collector of historical beer cans and a big NASCAR fan. He and his wife were past members of St. John the Baptist, Miners-Mills, and current members of the Parish community of Saints Peter and Paul Church, Plains. Frank was a member of the Irem Temple Shiner, Dallas, Plains American Legion Post 558, the ITLO Club of Hilldale, and an honorary member of the IACC of Hudson. In his later years, Frank enjoyed being the Papa to his two granddaughters Ciara and Giana who will miss him dearly along with the rest of his family. A special thank you to Doctor Dewitt Aregawi, of the Hershey Hospital; Bayada Home Health; Geisinger Physical Therapy; and Allied Services Hospice for the exceptional services you provided to Frank throughout his illness. Frank was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister Joan Bonomo. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Dolores, at home; son Frank Jr. and his wife Megan, Plains; granddaughters Ciara and Giana, Plains; nieces Joan Bonomo and Karen Gallia-Gibbons, and nephew Gene Bonomo.

avid A. Daniels, 70, of Shavertown and Lake Carey, earned his wings to heaven on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Kingston, he was the son of the late Albert Oliver Daniels and Ruth Edna Morgan Daniels.

He graduated from Wyoming Area High School and attended Williamsport Technical School. He worked for Ridgley Block, Shawnee Concrete and Coon Concrete, all as a CDL driver. After retirement, he worked for LCCC as a driving instructor.

During and after his career, he was always willing to help friends and family with any and all side jobs, especially concrete. He was known as the foreman and gladly gave instructions to everyone on the job site.

David was an avid boater, skier, swimmer, hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed flea markets, antiquing and couldn’t pass up a good roadside treasure. He was a member of the Shavertown United Methodist Church, Izaak Walton hunting club, Lake Carey Sportsmans club and was a Mason at the Dallas lodge. He accomplished his dream of having his cottage at Lake Carey for the last 20 years where he made countless memories with family and friends.

David had many friends, some more than 50 years, such as Bob Stanton, Bob Winters, and Michael Donnelly just to name a few. He was an inspiration to many and showed what it was like to live life to the fullest with no regrets. He was a generous, optimistic (to the end), hardworking, loyal man who always kept his word. He would make a deal on a handshake. David was a kind and gentle soul who loved to laugh. He taught his sons to have respect and kindness to others from his example. And as you could have guessed, this was not written without Dave’s instruction.

Surviving are his wife of 43 years, the former Nancy Coslett; his two sons, Ryan and his wife Kristin, Shavertown; and Paul and his wife Nikki, Dallas; his beloved grandchildren who were the light of his life, Tyler, Cassidy, Benjamin, and Addison; his brothers-in-law, Jack, Jeff and Steven Coslett, who he considered brothers; his many nieces and nephews; his longtime devoted friends; his lifelong friend he considered a sister, Madeline Sivak and husband, Andy Sivak, Doylestown; his devoted aunt, Edith Hill; cousins, Dave Morgan, Bethanne Predney and Doug Daniels; and sisters, Debbie Switzer and Carol Travelbee.

Brother Roland J. Gensel passed away on August 3, 2021.

Brother G. Robert Davis passed away on June 30, 2021

Richard A. Shannon, 86, of Dallas, passed away Monday, June 14, 2021, at The Meadows Nursing Center, Dallas.

Born in West Pittston, he was the son of the late Charles and Ethel Bennett Shannon and was a graduate of West Pittston High School.

Richard was in the garment industry, cutting and making wedding dresses. He was a member of Shavertown United Methodist Church.

He was also a member of George M. Dallas Masonic Lodge 531, F&AM, Irem Shrine, Keystone Consistory, Valley of Scranton. Richard was with the Legion of Honor, the clown and patrol units and was secretary of the patrol unit of Irem Shrine.

He was very active with the Pittston Little League as a coach. Some of his hobbies were hunting, fishing, and golf.

Richard was preceded in death by brothers, Frank Sr. and Robert Shannon.

Surviving are his wife, the former Beverly Race, at home; sister, Ethel Mae Sherman, Lykens; brothers, Charles Shannon Jr., Plains Twp.; Amos Shannon, Old Forge; and David Shannon, Dunmore; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Elmer W. Lyons, Sr., age 74 of Noxen, passed away Sunday, March 14, 2021 at the Geisinger Wyoming Valley. He was born in Noxen on March 25, 1946 and was the son of the late William and Emily Mary Casterline Lyons.

Elmer graduated from Lake-Lehman High School in 1964. He served in the 109th Field Artillery in the US Army National Guard, Nanticoke. He was employed by Proctor and Gamble, Mehoopany, was owner/operator of Lyons Trucking, Noxen, and later retired from Mountain Stream Construction, Hunlock Creek.

Elmer was a member of the South Mountain Land Association, Noxen, Noxen Rod and Gun Club, Noxen Volunteer Fire Company, George M. Dallas Lodge #531, as well as the Noxen United Methodist Church. He was also on the board of directors at Orcutts Grove Cemetery, Noxen for the past few years.

Elmer enjoyed woodworking in his shop, hunting, Lionel trains, and antiquing. He was a loving husband, father, uncle, and grandfather.

Elmer was preceded in death by sisters, Wilma Jean Weismiller and Dorothea Mathers.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, the former Clara Hopfer; son, Elmer Lyons, Jr. and wife Denise; daughter, Andrea Beahm; brother, John Lyons and wife Audrey; sister, Margaret Coulbourne; granddaughter, Olivia Venessa Lyons; friend, Mitch Sickler, step-grandsons, Andrew Coutts and Travis Biondo; and many nieces and nephews.