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George Raymond Isaacs, 80, of Trucksville, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2022.

George was born in Wilkes-Barre to the late Howard and Verna Miller Isaacs.

On Dec. 10, 1968, he married Carol Elizabeth Herwig. They raised three children, Betty, Brian and Caroline, and were further blessed with six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

At an early age, George was involved with the family business, Howard “Duke” Isaacs car dealership in Trucksville. After his father’s death, he ran the business for decades until it was transitioned to Ertley Motorworld through a joint venture/partnership in 1994. George continued as president of the new division and remained in leadership for many years thereafter. He was involved in development of the former site of the Isaacs dealership, establishing Pendragon Center in 1996 and overseeing the development of the Trucksville Sheetz gas station in 2001.

George was an avid sportsman who enjoyed shooting, boating and fishing. He and Carol literally traveled the world together, snorkeling and scuba diving, sport fishing and sightseeing. He also raced cars, drove a motorcycle and amassed a fleet of vehicles from boats to trucks to tractors. If the saying, “he who dies with the most toys wins” is true, George was the undisputed champion.

Preceding him in death, in addition to his mother and father, were his stepfather, Richard Staub; and his beloved wife, Carol, in 2021.

Surviving are his daughter, Betty Bowman and husband, Kevin; son, Brian Bridger and wife, Colleen; daughter, Caroline Isaacs and husband, Bill Hustad; grandchildren, Hilary Crossley; Molly Bridger and husband, Adam Mellen; Kelly McDade and husband, Michael; Freya Hustad; Ned Crossley and his partner, Alli Snyder; and Robin Crossley and partner, Sarah Seashock; and great-grandchildren, Makenzie and Makayla McDade and Vaida and Louie Crossley.

Lauren E. Dymond Sr., 74, of Shavertown, passed away at 10:48 p.m. Monday, July 4, 2022, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.

He was born in Kingston on Jan. 16, 1948, son of the late Lauren and Aileen Dymond. Lauren, known as Larry, was a longtime resident of the Back Mountain, making his home in Shavertown since the 1980s. He attended Dallas High School but transferred his senior year and graduated from New Brunswick High School in New Jersey in 1966.

Larry served in the Pennsylvania National Guard. He worked as a truck driver for most of his life. Driving for Martz Bus Line, Friedman’s Trucking, Mack Trucks and eventually starting and driving for his own company, Sandyme Trucking, retiring in 2013.

Larry was a lifetime member of the Shavertown Volunteer Fire Department and a 30-year member of the Back Mountain Rod and Gun Club in Forkston; a member of the George M. Dallas Masonic Lodge No. 531; and Irem Temple Shrine; a member of the Back Mountain Railroad Club; a member of Daddow Isaacs American Legion Post 627, all in Dallas. Larry was a member of the Orange United Methodist Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Sandra Baird.

Surviving are his sons, Lauren E. and his wife, Brooke Dymond, New Market, Md.; Timothy F. Dymond, Kingston; grandchild, Connor F. Dymond, Kingston; and sister, Carol and her husband, Robert Eyet, Dallas.

James J. “Bucky” O’Neil, 90, of Dallas, passed away, Friday, June 24, 2022.

Jay Perrottet Niskey, 83, of Dallas, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle and friend passed away Monday, May 16, 2022.

Jay was born to Jay Miller Niskey and Ervanna Hall Dutton Niskey, Nov. 30, 1938, in Ridley Park.

Jay was a devoted Master Mason, Mason Knights of Templar, Scottish Rite and an avid Boy Scout. He was a veteran of the Air National Guard and an active member of Shavertown United Methodist Church. He was the owner of Bowman Petroleum, Inc., and served as an officer of the National Oil Jobbers Association. He and his wife, Alice, enjoyed traveling to many different countries and passed that love down to their children and grandchildren. He enjoyed spending time with his family at their homes in Arizona and at Harveys Lake. Jay and Alice never missed an event for their grandchildren, whether it was a marching band competition, horse show or baseball or soccer game.

Jay is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Alice Barnhardt; and their two children and spouses, Susan Niskey and Jim Popp; Karen and Tom Gurzynski; and grandchildren and their families, Peri Niskey and Collin Green; Kyle Gurzynski; Sarah Gurzynski; Cory and Lauren Popp; Dana Popp; and great-grandchildren, Mira and Juniper Popp. He is also survived by his sisters, Marian Roy; and Jayne Niskey; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Paul McCue, 87, of Dallas, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Houston, Texas.

Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late John and Maude Monahan McCue and was a graduate of Coughlin High School.

Paul was a perfect gentleman. A kind and gentle soul, his family was the most important thing in his life. He was a loving and patient husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was born on the 4th of July, and for 40 years he enjoyed hosting a family reunion birthday celebration.

Paul was the owner and operator of Dallas Auto parts for many years before his retirement. He was heavily involved in his community. He was a member of Gate of Heaven Church, Dallas, and was a lector for some years. He was a member of George M. Dallas Masonic Lodge #531 F&AM, Irem Shrine and the Sheppard’s unit of the shrine and Dallas Lions Club.

Paul was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife of 62 years, Grace Apolinaro McCue; brothers, Jack McCue and Donald McCue; brothers-in-law, Paul Kane, Michael Dunleavy, William Cutter and Harry Dombroski; and sisters-in-law, Katherine McCue and Mary Edna Apolinaro.

Surviving are daughters, Dianne Brown and her husband, Norm, Wake Forrest, N.C.; Susan McGroarty and her husband, Michael, Pottstown; Beth Hermes and her husband, David, Houston, Texas; son, Paul McCue and his wife, Cheri, Dallas; grandchildren, Rachael (Jason) Hayes, Lisa (Brett) Mazzerle, Paul T. (Jill) McCue, Erich (Casey) Mahle, Cara (Matt) Hartman, Kyle (Kacey) Mahle, Katie McGroarty, Jacquelyn (Wes) Bailey, Michael (Erin) Hermes, Josh (Amanda) Hermes, Amy (David) Meaney, Kaysie (King) Bolton, Brittney (Jim) Massey and Drew Brown; brother, Gerald (Patty) McCue; sisters, Rita Cutter, Connie Dombroski, Dolores Dunleavy, Ann Marie Gavigan and Sara Kane; brothers-in-law, James and Carl Apolinaro; 26 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Robert W. Masoner, 90, of Willow Street, PA, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022. Born in Harrisburg, PA, he was the son of the late John B. and Bertha L. (Wilson) Masoner. He was married to his beloved wife, Gladys L. (Kittinger) Masoner for 69 years.

Robert graduated from Franklin & Marshall with a bachelor’s degree in biology and was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha. He worked 32 years for Bell Telephone as a district commercial manager. Robert was a proud Mason in Dallas, PA, and a member of the Rotary Club in Wilkes-Barre. He was very active in the Wallace Nutting Collector’s Club. Along with his wife, he enjoyed running their co-op antique business and going to auctions. He was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Strasburg for 35 years. Robert loved F&M basketball and the Philadelphia Phillies, but his favorite athletes were his grandchildren, whom he supported through all their athletic endeavors. He enjoyed woodcarving, reading biographies, and playing golf.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Michele L. Steele (Larry), Robin W. Cancelliere, son, Dr. Robert W. Masoner II (Cheryl), grandchildren, Mark P. Steele II (Marci), Melanie L. Miller (Adam), Lauren E. DeLuca (Steven), Christopher T. Cancelliere, Chelsea L. Cancelliere, Dr. Hannah L. Masoner, Harley G. Masoner, Seth M. Masoner, Zebulon W. Masoner, great-grandchildren, Julianne, Oliver, Claire, and Declan. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Diane E. Sharp, and grandson, Benjamin L. Masoner.

Memorial contributions may be made in Robert’s name to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131.

Robert H. Schalm, 81, of Dallas, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at Advent Health at Altamonte Springs, Florida.

Born in Kingston, May 18, 1940, he was the son of the late Paul and Freida Schalm.

He graduated from Forty Fort High School and Admiral Farragut Academy. He received his degree and commission in the U.S. Navy from Penn State University, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He served as a lieutenant on the USS Lorain County (LST1177) and the USS Tolovana (A064) and was an observer of the last hydrogen bomb tests off of Christmas Island in the South Pacific.

Bob was president of Rohans Inc., a manufacturer representative company and in later years a member of the Merchandise Execution Team at Home Depot.

He was a member of George M. Dallas Lodge 531, Caldwell Consistory, Irem Shrine, National Association of Atomic Veterans, a volunteer at the American Red Cross and a lifetime member of the Penn State Alumni Association.

Bob enjoyed playing golf, tennis and skiing. He was an avid Penn State football fan and season ticket holder.

In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his long-time companion, Karen Ann Brek; and his brother, Paul J. Schalm.

He is survived by his daughters, Robin Schalm Mosier and husband, Sam; Connie R. Schalm, all of Chattanooga, Tenn.; Katherine Schalm Nance and husband, Scott, Sanford, Fla.; grandson, Kory B. Schalm, Nashville, Tenn.; sister, Carole Schalm Ertley, Dallas; and several nieces and nephews.

Walter Glogowski, 85, from Shavertown, went on his journey on Christmas Day, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, peacefully surrounded by his family.

Walter was born Sept. 16, 1936, in Plymouth, son of Nicholas and Helen Skowronski Glogowski.

He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Cigarski, of Shavertown; son, David Glogowski and wife, Shellise, Rochester, N.Y.; son, Paul Glogowski and wife, Paula, Falls; and daughter, Linda Austin and husband, Keith, Sweet Valley. He has six grandchildren, Nicholas Glogowski and wife, Alycia, Mexico, N.Y.; Laura Austin, Sweet Valley; Matthew Glogowski, Swoyersville; Sarah Austin, Las Vegas, Nev.; Steven Glogowski, Peckville; and Joel Austin and wife, Johanna, Las Vegas, Nev. Walter has two great-grandsons, Austin Fisher; and Liam Austin; also a sister, Ann Koprowski, Mahwah, N.J.; as well as many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his childhood best friend, Dr. Nick Giordano.

He is preceded in death by his brother, John; and son, Walter Jr.

Walter accomplished a great deal in his remarkable life. He attended Plymouth High School and earned his bachelor’s degree at Wilkes University. He taught civics and history at Plymouth Junior High School and industrial arts at Dallas Junior High School. He was a Uniserv representative for the Pennsylvania State Education Association and the National Education Association and became the regional director. Walter also became an arbitrator and fact finder. Some of his fondest days were as the director of JCC’s Camp Noar.

Walter held many leadership roles at the Masonic Lodge of Dallas, including the Shepherd group which transported sick children to out-of-town hospitals. Walter served on many boards throughout the Valley including the United Rehabilitation Service, United Way of Wyoming Valley, Leadership Wilkes Barre, Junior Leadership Wilkes-Barre, Leadership Wilkes Barre Alumni Association, Economic Development Council of the Northeast Region, Arts at Hayfield, Back Mountain Communications Center, Jackson Twp. Board of Supervisors, Northeast Council Boy Scouts of America, State Correctional Institution-Dallas Citizen’s Advisory Committee and Schools to Work Education Partnership Committee. He was also a member of Jackson Twp. Recreation Park Board, Greater Wilkes-Barre Area Labor Management Council, Blue Cross Blue Shield Advisory Board, Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce Partners in Education Committee, Luzerne Intermediate Unit Number 18 In-service Council, Luzerne County Business and Education Partnership, Luzerne County Workforce Investment Development Agency, National Education Association, Pennsylvania State Education Association, Industrial Arts Association of Pennsylvania, Phi Delta Kappa Wilkes University Chapter, Greater Wilke-Barre Chamber of Commerce, Pennsylvania Staff Organization, National Staff Organization, National Labor Relations Board and Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board.

Walter received numerous awards throughout his career including the Distinguished Service Award from United Rehabilitation Services, Distinguished Leadership Award – Leadership Wilkes-Barre, Friends of Education Award from the Wilke-Barre Education Association, the Greater Wilkes-Barre Area Labor Management Council, the United Way of Wyoming Valley Labor Award, the Greater Wilkes-Barre Area Labor Management CAP Award and many others.

Walter was an outstanding athlete involved in wrestling and track and field while in high school. At Wilkes College he won the state championship in wrestling. Throughout his life Walter had many hobbies and interests including wine making, cultivating figs, gardening, cooking, fine arts and wood working and was skilled at them all. Walter was an avid fisherman and crabber and enjoyed anything outdoors. He was an exceptional cook and loved to entertain.

Walter was willing to help anyone in need and will be deeply missed by all who knew him! 

Peter John McTague passed away on Wednesday December 8th, 2021 at his home in Newark Delaware where he resided for over 30 years with his wife Judith Williams-McTague, who passed away in 2004, and their five children Gregory, Molly, Patricia, Sean and David.  He was 78 years old.

Peter grew up in Plymouth PA.  He was the son of John Peter McTague and Mary Domowicz McTague.  He attended Saint Vincent de Paul grade school and Plymouth High School where he was a star football and wrestling athlete.  

He was an NCO in the Army from 1963 to 1966, serving in the Vietnam Theater. He then went on to an engineering career at Bell Telephone and later AT&T. 

Upon retirement he formed PJM Consultants where he was actively involved until 2020.

He was a member of the George M. Dallas Masonic Lodge in PA and the Shrine and Scottish Rite. He was active in the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and numerous VA projects and several community organizations.

He is survived by his children, daughters-in-law Raquel and Leilani, son-in-law Jason and eight grandchildren. Peter also leaves behind his Sisters Patricia Brislin, Jacquelyn Morrone and Brother Michael. He is also survived by his dear canine buddy Frankie.

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