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Dorothy M. Callender

Dorothy M. Callender, 80, of Hallstead, PA entered into rest on March 8, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband of more than 50 years, Howard on March 24, 2017.

Dorothy is survived by brothers, Bob Mireider Sr., Edward J. Mireider; sisters, Nancy Stacy, Liz Johnson; nieces and nephews, Robert Mireider Jr., Julie Roody, Keith Mireider, Lori Fisher, Jim Crawford, Dan Murphy, Carol Ann, David John; her cats.

Besides her husband, she was predeceased by sister, Betty Dupont; nephews, Dennis Murphy, Kenneth Mireider; her precious dog, Abby.

Dorothy graduated from high school and began her career with Penelec. She finished her career with NYSEG as a dispatcher. More than anything, she had a love for all animals, all creatures, great and small.

At her request, there will be no public services.

Interment will be made in Lanesboro Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Inc., Hallstead, PA.

Should friends so desire, memorial contributions may be made to an animal shelter of your choice.

"We love you and will miss you always."

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Kathleen A. Bentz

Kathleen A. Bentz, 52, of Wilkes-Barre, PA, formerly of Susquehanna, PA, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Mountain City Nursing & Rehab Center in Hazle Township, PA.

She was predeceased by her parents, John G. Bentz and Sharon K. Carpenter; sister, Justine K. Hurlbert; grandparents, Antoinette and Mitchell Makowski.

Kathleen is survived by her son, Jared Stark; brother, John M. Bentz; sisters, Lynda M. Hawke, Laura L. Hill, Sharon R. Bickford; several nieces and nephews.

Kathleen was a very loving and caring person who was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. She was a talented artist and enjoyed sharing her artwork with others. Kathleen was a strong and courageous person who fought till the end. She will be dearly missed by her loving family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the summer.

Arrangements by Hennessey's Funeral Home, Inc., 747 Jackson Avenue, Susquehanna.

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Marita K. Sellitto

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend sadly passed away February 29, 2024 at Barnes-Kasson Hospital of pneumonia, at the age of 91.

Marita K. Sellitto, of Hernando, FL was born March 18, 1932 in Scranton, PA to Ada and David Williams.

Marita was predeceased by brother, David Williams; son, Richard V. Sellitto; grandson, Anthony J. Sellitto; great-granddaughter, Athena Lewis; niece, Christine Behman (Williams).

She is survived by her beautiful sister, Barbara Thompson; son, David John (Kathy) Sellitto; daughters, Kathy Sellitto (Ron Dimeadio), Margaret A. (Shane) Lewis, Mary R. (Martin) Shauger; grandchildren, Vicki Warminsky (John), children, Morgan, Makenna and Madison, Dave Cronk (Kari Martin), child, Logan, Jerod (Heather) Cronk, Michael V. (Nicole) Sellitto, children, Paytyn and Camryn, Timothy A. (Tiffany) Brewer, children, Talan, Cody and Carrie, Shane (Ronalyn) Lewis Jr., children, Layla, Brandon, Camdyn, Max, Tray and Stella, Marita Sellitto (Patton), children, Evan, Dahlya and Patton Jr. Heather Lewis (Andy), children, Alyssa, Jenna and Renesmay; nieces, Brenda (Ed) Rudy, children, Megan and Courtney Ada, Diane (Adam) Frazier, child, Adam, Gwen Williams, child, John Olier, David (Donna) Williams, children, Derek and David.

Special thank you to cousins, Christina (Marko) Radicchi for helping in so many ways! Joseph (Sharon) Fisher, Monica (Robert) Case, Scott (Tracie) Fisher and many other cousins.

She so loved being a mother and raising her children and helping and caring for her grandchildren. She was always there to help anyone in need. She was a caregiver, a Teacher's Aide at the elementary school, a volunteer at Barnes-Kasson Hospital gift shop and the Ladies Auxiliary. She helped raise money for American Cancer Society, and was on a women's bowling league!

She retired to Florida with her darling partner, George Cosmello, where they traveled around enjoying life together! She loved to sing and dance to Freddy Fender, loved to bike ride, take walks, cooking, watching turner classic movies, going to the beaches and loved politics!

She had very special friends while living in Florida: Dodi, Donna, Martha, Louise, Karen and Kathy, her wonderful hair dresser! She was devoted to caring for her kitty cat, Sunshine, which she loved dearly. Sunshine is now living with her wonderful neighbor and dear friend, Dodi, Thank you!

One of her favorite songs was Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be). The future's not ours to see, Que Sera, Sera.

We will always carry your memories in our hearts.

Love you always. ~

Arrangements by Hennessey's Funeral Home, Inc., 747 Jackson Avenue, Susquehanna.

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