Gerry Allen Peltz,45, of Susquehanna, Pa. passed away Friday April 15, 2016 at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa after an illness.

He was predeceased by his father Richard Peltz, Sr.

He is survived by his mother Judy (Hadden) Peltz; fiancées Joan Theobald; brothers Eric & Pattie Peltz and Richard Peltz, Jr. and Sharon; several stepchildren, step grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be on Saturday April 23 at 2pm at Turnpike Terrace Apartment Hall.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Hennessey’s Funeral Home 747 Jackson Ave. Susquehanna, Pa. 18847.

Robert C. Robinson III, 67, beloved husband, dad and pappy passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, April 5, 2016, surrounded by his loving family following a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.

Rob was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Virginia Robinson; brother and sister-in-law, John and Jackie Robinson and sister and brother-in-law, Rebecca and Tom Deamer.

He is survived by his high school sweetheart and beloved wife of nearly 43 years, Barbara; his beautiful daughters, Heather Smith of Apex, NC and Kristen (Anthony) Coppola of Binghamton, NY; his precious grandchildren who were the light of his life, Sarah and Ethan Smith and Lydia, Anthony and Joseph Coppola. He will forever be their one and only “Pappy”. Rob is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Carol and Les Ehrets; sister-in-law, Fran Volosevich and many nieces and nephews he loved dearly. He will also be sorely missed by a lifetime of very dear friends and the Rob’s Market community.

Rob grew up in Port Dickinson and graduated from Chenango Valley High School in 1966. He then obtained a job with Crystal Soda Company until he entered the United States Marine Corps on April 15, 1968. This led him to a thirteen month Tour of Duty in Vietnam where he served his country honorably. Due to an injury he sustained while in combat, he was awarded the Purple Heart Medal.

After returning from Vietnam, Rob began a career in sales with Nabisco, Inc. and reconnected with the love of his life, Barbara. Rob and Barb were married on September 8, 1973. A short time after, Rob left Nabisco to accept a position with Thomas J. Lipton Inc. with whom he worked as a sales representative until he purchased his grocery store, Rob’s Market, located in Great Bend, PA in July 1988.

Throughout the past 28 years, Rob became a strong pillar in the Great Bend/Hallstead, PA community. He knew most customers by name and will be fondly remembered for his everyday presence, warm smile, kindness and generosity. 

As an active member of the community, he served as an Associate Member on both the Board of People’s Bank and the Great Bend Ambulance. In addition, Rob supported many local organizations with donations for various causes. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Marine Corps League.

More than anything else in the world, love for his family and friends meant the most to Rob. He and Barb loved to entertain and had countless gatherings throughout the years at their home. They also loved to travel and their most memorable trips include: Alaska, Hawaii, The Grand Canyon, Dominican Republic, Bar Harbor, ME and several cruises to the Caribbean. Their favorite vacation of all was their family trip to Disney World in March of 2013 with their precious grandchildren. 

Rob was an avid bowler and golfer. For the past 40 years he and a group of his closest friends went on an annual golf trip, first to Myrtle Beach and the last several years, to Orlando, FL. 

Rob loved the New York Yankees and for many years he helped coordinate a bus trip to Yankee Stadium for Old Timers Day.

On September 24, 2014, Rob’s son-in-law, Anthony, was instrumental in having Rob honored as a Veteran on the field of Yankee Stadium, and on December 8, 2014, Rob’s biggest dream came true. He traveled to New York City to attend a Captains of New York event where he met Derek Jeter, Eli Manning and Mark Messier.

A celebration of Rob’s life is planned for Sunday, May 1 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Binghamton, NY at 1:00 PM. The family suggests donations in Rob’s memory be sent to: Fox Chase Cancer Center, Institutional Advancement Department, 333 Cottman Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19111. Donations will be directed to help advance Neuroendocrine research for future patients.

Stephen Frank Whitaker, Sr. of Lanesboro, Pa. passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the age of 70 years.

He was predeceased by his parents, Robert Whitaker and Erma (Botts) Spark; two step-fathers, Pete Spark and Vutch; in-laws, Frederick and Lorraine Staerker, Jr.; son-in-law, Paul Corse, Jr.; brother-in-law, Robert Valentine.

Stephen is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Judy Ann (Staerker) Whitaker; daughter, Jennybeth Whitaker; son, Stephen Frank Whitaker, Jr.; step-daughters, Teresa Corse and Josh, Tina Pooler and Chaz, Tara Pooler and Bob; many grandchildren, step-brothers and step-sisters, cousins, nieces, nephews and special friends.

He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Vickey Valentine, Audrey and Bill Wolfe, Linda and Dennis Davis; brother-in-law, Gary Staerker.

After graduating from Susquehanna Community High School Class of 1963 he joined the Army and was stationed in Taiwan and the Dominican Republic for 3 years. After returning to Lanesboro he started his career at Link Aviation and retired from L3 Communications in 2009. Stephen took courses at Broome Community College while working and earned a degree in Business, Management, Marketing and Sales.

Stephen loved riding his 1974 Honda 750 along with his friend, Terry Rockwell and also enjoyed going up on Taylor Mountain behind his home where he and Judy would gaze at the heavens. He also enjoyed meeting his friends once a month for coffee at McDonalds.

His hobbies included Astronomy, anything about the Erie Railroad, Aviation and he was an Amateur Radio Operator (HAM) call sign WA3VIS. He was Past Master in 1986 of Canawacta Lodge # 360 and a member of the American Legion Post #86 in Susquehanna.

The funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 13th at the Hennessey’s Funeral Home, 747 Jackson Ave, Susquehanna, Pa. with Pastor Kevin Setzer officiating.

Burial will be in the Lanesboro Cemetery.He was the love of Judy’s life and she will miss him dearly until they meet again.

Marlene Ackley, a resident of Highland Manor Nursing Home, Exeter, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2016.

Born in Mehoopany, PA Marlene was the daughter of the late Floyd and Helena Whipple Maby.

Marlene graduated from Susquehanna Community High School and worked as a cashier for Schneiders Market.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by granddaughter, Cheyenne Reed and nephew, Gregory Maby.

Marlene is survived by her children, Davis and his wife, Helen Reed, Dennis Reed and Donna Reed; brother, James and his wife, Maria Maby; 6 grandchildren, 2 great-granddaughters, and nephew, Christopher Maby.

There are no calling hours.

Arrangements are by the Ruane & Mudlock Funeral Home, Inc., 18 Kennedy St., Pittston, PA.

Online condolences can be made at www.ruaneandmudlock.com.