Lorenzo John DeLarco, 88, Spring Hill, FL passed away Saturday February 1, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Fern and their children; Diane(John) Dunn of Susquehanna, PA, Darlene (Nile) Evans of N. Ft. Myers, Larry of Crystal River and Roger of East Stroudsburg, PA; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was the child of 6 born to Fulvia (Terenzi) and Pietro DeLarco. He is survived by his sister, Louise of Binghamton, NY and 6 nieces and nephews.

Chutz as he was known by his friends was born and raised in Susquehanna. He was 17 when he left high school early to join his 2 brothers fighting for our country in WW II. From 1941-46 he was a Navy Motor Machinist and participated in the Battle of the Bulge and received a battle star for the invasion of Normandy Beach in France. He later returned to finish high school and meet his future wife. He then started his career for the Erie Railroad before retiring as a Signalman with over 40 years of service at Conrail. Chutz was active in many professional and community civic groups. At St. John’s High School (Laurel Hill Academy), he served as PTA president and basketball coach. He was most proud of his team’s 1964-65 undefeated season. He was very active in the Moose Lodge 794 and he reached the highest levels in the national organization (Deputy Supreme Governor and Pilgrim Degree). Chutz and Fern had many friends and were known for their colorful parties.

A celebration of his life was held February 4th, 2014 at 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., at Brewer & Sons Funeral Homes, 4450 US-19, Spring Hill, FL.

Internment and Catholic Mass of Christian Burial will be arranged by Hennessey Funeral Home, Susquehanna at a later time to be announced. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, but will live on in their hearts and memories.

Deuteronomy 31:6 - "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."

Margaret A. Kowalewski, 91, of New Milford, PA, passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2014. She was predeceased by her loving husband, John, of more than fifty years.

Margaret is survived by her children, John and Donna Kowalewski, Mary Ann Fletcher, Donald and Celeste Kowalewski, Ronald Kowalewski, Joanne Kowalewski, all of New Milford, PA; six grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; four brothers-in-law, Tony, Ben, Richard, and Ralph Kowalewski; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Margaret liked a good garage or yard sale and polka music. She collected an assortment of cookbooks. She was passionate about preparing, cooking, and serving meals for those around her. She and her husband owned and operated the Midtown Diner and Laundromat in New Milford. Margaret was also known as “Ma K” and “Mrs. K.” She earned these names for her kind and gentle heart and the hospitality shown to every person she met. Margaret prayed for the best for her family.

A prayer vigil was held Saturday, February 1, 2014 at the Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Inc. with Father David Cramer. Spring interment will be made in Lakeview Cemetery.