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This page is dedicated to informing our parishioner’s of recent death’s within our parish. The parish community of St. Joan of Arc extends our deepest sympathies to the families & friends of these individuals.
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This page is dedicated to informing our parishioner’s of recent death’s within our parish. The parish community of St. Joan of Arc extends our deepest sympathies to the families & friends of these individuals.
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Louise Iovino, 89, of Hummelstown, passed away on June 23, 2022 in the Hershey Medical Center. She was born May 24, 1933 in Brooklyn, NY, daughter of the late Anthony and Filomena (DeStio) Iovino. Louise was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and was an active member of their Prayer Shawl Ministry. Louise is survived by; son, Jim (Chris) Mulvey of Hershey; daughter, Kathy (Tom Goldschmid) Leo of Vermont; son, Brian (Caroline) Mulvey of Jarrell, TX; eight grandchildren and many great grandchildren; and a brother, James Iovino of Ozone Park, NY. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Harry Iovino and sister, Johanna Carillo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, June 30, 2022 at 11AM in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. The family will begin receiving guests at 10AM. Interment will follow in Grand View Memorial Park in Annville. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to Hershey Food Bank and Community Outreach, Inc. P.O. Box 205, Hershey, PA 17033 (hersheyfoodbank.com). Hoover Funeral Home of Hershey is handling the arrangements. The mass can be live streamed from the church's website and You Tube page.
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Thomas Francis Cusack, 85, of Hershey, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, he later moved to the Hershey area after gaining employment with AMP until retiring in 1998 after almost thirty years of service. Tom is survived by his loving wife Patricia; children, Thomas, William and Trish; as well as his sister, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and countless friends. A Mass and Celebration of Life will be held at St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey, PA on Monday, June 27, 2022, at 11AM. Send condolences and view full obituary at: www.hooverfuneralhome.com. www.pennlive.com/obits
Mary Ann Gaydos, 90, of Hershey, died Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Columbia Cottage, Palmyra.
Born in Ashley, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Rusnak Gaydos. Mary Ann graduated from Misericordia University with a Bachelor of Science degree in home economics. She taught high schools in Penns Grove, N.J.; Hempstead, Long Island, N.Y.; and Hanover Twp. She received a master's degree and PhD in clothing and textiles from Penn State University and taught clothing and textiles at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania for 25 years. Mary Ann is a former member of several professional organizations and was a member of St. Joan of Arc Church. She had many interests including the Hershey Symphony, Hershey Theatre and dining at several Hershey restaurants. She especially looked forward to the Rusnak reunions at Harveys Lake. Mary Ann is survived by her sisters, Joan Czarnecki, and Tina (Thomas) Lewandowski; nieces, Mary T, Peggy, Mary Jo, Monica and Meghan, and Beth, Debbie and Janet as well as nephews, Lee, Tom, Greg and Gary and Dennis, and their families. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sister, Helen and her husband, Leo; brother, Larry; brother-in-law, Jack Czarneck; nephew, Jerry Wojnar; and great-nephews, Andrew Donnald and Ryan Miskell. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey. The family will begin receiving guests at 10:30 a.m. Private interment will take place in St. Mary's Cemetery in Wilkes-Barre. The family prefers in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Mary Ann's name to either: Sisters of Ss. Cyril and Methodius, 1002 Railroad St., Danville, PA 17821, www.sscm.org; or Slovak Heritage Society of NEPA, P.O. Box 5004, Station "A," Wilkes-Barre, PA 18710-5004, www.shsnepa.org. Arrangements are under the care of Hoover Funeral Home of Hershey. Send condolences at www.HooverFuneralHome.com. Scott Joseph Newkam, 71, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 28, 2022.
He was born December 16, 1950, in Lancaster, son of the late Charles Robert and Gloria Ann (Caracciolo) Newkam. His parents raised Scott, his sister Charm and brother Keith in a home that instilled a strong work ethic and desire to serve others. Scott attended Valley Forge Military Academy, and was a graduate of Trinity High School, Mount Saint Mary's College, and Amos Tuck School of Dartmouth College. Mr. Newkam retired from Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company in 2006, where he served as President and CEO. During his 25-year career at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Scott was a servant leader, always ensuring the mission of HE&R supported the financial stability, growth and development of Hershey, PA as a destination for all to enjoy. He cared deeply for each employee and that was demonstrated through his genuine interactions. His passion to support the mission of Milton and Catherine Hershey was the foundation of his vision while working at Hershey Entertainment and Resorts. After retirement, Scott continued his professional career, most recently serving on the boards of High Companies, Millers Mutual Group, and Mount Saint Mary's University. His passion for giving back to organizations that were important to him and his family are evident through the boards he served on in past years, including: BB&T Advisory Board; Susquehanna Bancshares, Inc.; Community Banks, Inc.; Dauphin Deposit & Trust Company Advisory Board; Team Pennsylvania (Co-Chairman); Pennsylvania Chamber of Business & Industry; Modern Transit Partnership; Capital Region Economic Development Corporation; AACA Antique Auto Museum; Elegance at Hershey; The Nativity School of Harrisburg; Harrisburg Area YMCA; American Cancer Society Pennsylvania Division; and Central Pennsylvania Multiple Sclerosis Society. As Scott slowed down in his professional life, he focused on the things he valued most; spending time with his family and friends, traveling with his loving wife, hunting with family and friends and his passion for classic cars. Scott is survived by his wife, Susan Joy (Knisley) Newkam; son, Justin Charles Newkam and his wife, Danielle Budash Newkam; daughter, Tara Newkam Valoczki and her husband, Stephen Tyler Valoczki; grandchildren, Tucker Stephen Valoczki, Taylor Anne Valoczki, Nicholas Scott Newkam and Taryn Newkam Valoczki; his sister Charmaine Morrissey, her husband Kevin and son Keith; and his brother Keith, his wife Eli and twins Jennifer and Kyle. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at 3:00 PM in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave. in Hershey. There will be no visitation prior to the mass. The family will host a reception immediately following at the Hershey Country Club Picard Pavilion. The family specifically request no flowers, but rather memorial contributions be made to: Cocoa Packs, P.O. Box 613 , Hershey, PA 17033. Cocoa Packs represents the exact mission and values that Scott lived his life by, providing and serving others. Donations are directly used to provide packs to children filled with a variety of nutritious breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack items as well as additional services that enhance a child's overall well-being. Maria Teresa Ibanez, 80, of Palmyra, passed away on May 24, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. She was born January 2, 1942, in Monteria, Colombia, daughter of the late Elis and Candelaria Gonzalez. She had worked as a Nurse's Aid for the Middletown Home and was an active member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church as well as a volunteer at the Hershey Public Library and Palmyra Food Bank. Maria is survived by her husband, Evaristo Ibanez; daughters, Angela P. Reigel (Chad) and Luz "Lucy" Elena Hamilton (Chris); grandchildren, Delaney Elizabeth Reigel, Chandler Michael Reigel and Keenan Michael (Madeline) Reigel, Liam Robert Hamilton, Luke Christopher Hamilton and Lance Matthew Hamilton and cousin, Alba Delgado. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, May 28, 2022, at 11AM in St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. The family will begin receiving guests at 10:30AM. Interment will be in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to: American Cancer Society, PO Box 862, Pittsburgh, PA 15106. Hoover Funeral Home of Hershey is handling the arrangements. Send condolences at www.hooverfuneralhome.com www.pennlive.com/obits
John L. Albanese, 90, of Hershey, passed away on May 11, 2022. John was born in Steelton on August 21, 1931; the son of the late John Albaneze and Anna Plut Albaneze. John was married to his loving wife, Annarose Gustin Albanese, for 47 years prior to her passing in April 2005. John retired as a network manager with the 7th Signal Command Communications Division with the Department of Defense at Fort Ritchie, MD and was also employed at the former Olmstead Air Force Base. For nearly 20 years John drove the 140-mile round trip between his home in Hershey and Fort Ritchie, MD. John also worked for CACI and as a contractor for the Hershey Company. John was a U.S. Army Korean War veteran, serving with the 101st Airborne Division, the "Screaming Eagles," seeing significant front line combat activity and received numerous commendations for valor. John was a graduate of Harrisburg Catholic "Class of 1949" and the former Hershey Junior College. In grade school John was a campanologist "bell ringer" for the former St. Peter's Parish across the street in Steelton, dutifully ringing the church bells every day at 7am and 6pm. He was an avid Penn State Football fan, followed football and basketball, and was an admirer and visitor to many U.S. National Parks. John was a key contributor on the St. Peter's Parish Basketball team which won a regional championship in Jersey City, NJ. As a do-it-all craftsman, John personally built his home and regularly applied his talents assisting friends and family with repairs and upgrades. John is survived by his children: daughter Therese Bretz (Jim) of suburban Harrisburg; sons John (Robin) of Lafayette Hill, PA and Salida, CO, Robert of Hershey, whom he lived with, and David (Melissa) of Pasadena, MD. Grandchildren Stuart Bretz (Krista), Gregory Bretz, Benjamin Bretz, Marielle Albanese Czabaranek (Stephen), Michaela Albanese, Kaitlyn Albanese, and John Albanese. Great granddaughter Sloane Bretz. Sisters Helen Donato and Bernadette Jones and Brother-in- Law Robert Gustin. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, May 16, 2022, in St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue in Hershey with Rev. Alfred Sceski, Pastor, Celebrant. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery at the conclusion of Mass. A viewing will be held on Monday, May 16, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in Wiedeman Funeral Home, 357 South Harrisburg Street, Oberlin, Steelton, PA 17113. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033. www.pennlive.com/obits
Helen A. Koslosky, 89, of Hershey, passed away on May 5, 2022, in Country Meadows of Hershey. She was born September 2, 1932, in Wilkes Barre, daughter of the late George and Sophia (Grochalska) Halka. She had worked as a registered nurse and was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Helen is survived by; son, Robert Koslosky of Alexandria, VA and daughter, Kathryn Koslosky of Narberth, PA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Dr. Francis V. Koslosky, daughter, Theresa McLaughlin, and son, Michael L. Koslosky. A visitation will be held in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, beginning at 1:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 1:30 PM. Interment will be in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942. Hoover Funeral Homes of Hershey is handling the arrangements. Send condolences via the online guest book at www.hooverfuneralhome.com. www.pennlive.com/obits
Patricia A. Hooker, 90, of Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra PA and formerly of Richmond VA, passed away on April 23, 2022. She was born Jan. 24, 1932 in Harrisburg, the daughter of the late Henry and Barbara (Shenk) Hare. Patricia is survived by: daughters Barbara (Mike) Seiders and Carol Prosser; sons Carl and Michael (Tami) Hostetter; step-children Darlene (Charles) Madsen-Martin and Don Hooker; 6 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband James E. Hooker and a grandchild.
A visitation will be held from 11am until Noon followed by a Mass of Christian Burial on Thur. May 5 at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave. Hershey. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery, Harrisburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society, 7790 Grayson Road, Harrisburg PA 17111. Share condolences with the family at www.hooverfuneralhome.com Rosemary A. Scott, 81,of Hummelstown, passed away on April 23, 2022 in her home with her family by her side. She was born May 11, 1940 in Hummelstown, a daughter of the late Thomas H. McCurdy and the late Laura (DiSantis) Wagner.
Rosemary had been employed as a service manager at Hoffman Ford and Hartman Toyota. In her later years she had been bartending at the Rutherford Amvets and Hummelstown VFW. She was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Hershey, Hershey VFW and the Hershey American Legion Auxillary's. She is survived by her 4 children, Deborah O'Donnell-White of Maryland, Renee Rumberger of Mechanicsburg, John F (Melissa) Scott of Hershey and Kerrin M (Randy) Lutz of Hummelstown; her companion of 36 years, Donald J. Hopple of Hummelstown, sister, Veronica Miller of Harrisburg, brother, Thomas H. McCurdy, Jr. of FL; 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter and infant great grandson. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 3rd from 10:30am - 11:30am immediately followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will be in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, 1320 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg PA 17110. Share condolences with the family at www.hooverfuneralhome.com. Dr. Rodrigue Mortel, 88, of Hershey, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Friday, April 22, 2022. He was born on December 3, 1933 in St. Marc, Haiti. After graduating from medical school in Haiti, Dr. Mortel received training in obstetrics and gynecology at Hahnemann Medical College and in gynecologic oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. During his 30-year tenure at the Penn State College of Medicine, he became full Professor and in 1982, became the first black foreign educated doctor to chair one of the 126 United States medical schools Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He occupied that position for 13 years. In 1995, he was promoted to Associate Dean and founding Director of the Penn State University Cancer Center. Before he retired from medicine, Dr. Mortel studied at St. Mary's Seminary University in Baltimore and was ordained a permanent deacon for the Catholic Church in 2001. He also served as the Director of the Missions Office for the Archdiocese of Baltimore and deacon at St. Joan of Arc parish in Hershey and his hometown parish in St. Marc, Haiti. In 1997, he created the Mortel Family Charitable Foundation which is now known as the Mortel High Hopes for Haiti Foundation to serve the poorest of the poor in Haiti. The Foundation currently operates numerous schools that serve over 1,500 children and adults. Dr. Mortel published three books, 135 articles and chapters in books as well as editorials in various periodicals including The New York Times and The Washington Post. For his numerous achievements, Dr. Mortel received many awards and occupied leadership positions in all prestigious obstetrical and gynecological societies in this country. He received the United States Public Health Service Award in 1970, the prestigious Horatio Alger Award in 1985 (From Rags to Riches), and the highly coveted Faculty Scholar Medal from the Pennsylvania State University for outstanding achievement in the area of health sciences in 1986. He was the creator and founding Chairman of the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation (GCF) and became, in 1994, the first foreigner to be President of the elite American Society of Gynecologic Oncologists (SGO). In 2013, the Penn State University College of Medicine named one of its four learning communities the Mortel Society and in 2015, Dr. Mortel received the Penn State Alumni Association's Honorary Alumnus Award. Surviving are his loving wife of 50 years, Cecilia (Shahhein) Mortel and their two children, Denise Mortel Mitchell and Renee Mortel Joy (Kenneth), son Ronald Mortel (La-Ong Ferguson) and daughter Michele Hall (Darryl) from a previous marriage; seven grandchildren, Brenda and Trevor Hall, Jonathan, Kayla and Alyssa Mitchell, Alexis and Brooklyn Joy; sister, Dinah Jacques; and a host of extended family members and close friends. A vigil prayer service will begin at 5:00pm on Sunday, May 1st immediately followed by a time of visitation until 7:00pm, in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am on Monday, May 2nd at the church. Interment will follow in the Hershey Cemetery. The mass will be livestreamed at: www.stjoanhershey.org. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to the Mortel High Hopes for Haiti Foundation, P.O. Box 405, Hershey, PA 17033 or www.highhopesforhaiti.org. Share condolences with the family at www.hooverfuneralhome.com www.pennlive.com/obits
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