Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home, Inc.

08/31/2026

George Friend Uhl
August 28,2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of George Friend Uhl, Newfoundland, PA.

George was born on August 21st, 1937, at his family home, in Newfoundland, PA, along with his twin sister, Virginia.

George passed away peacefully at Allied Services Hospice, Scranton, PA on Friday, August 28th, 2026, at the age of 89.

He was the husband to Shirley (Garrett) Uhl. George was also a loving brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.
George attended, played basketball for, and graduated from Greene-Dreher-Sterling high school in 1955. In 1959, he married Bette (Seeley) Uhl and soon after took over his father’s family farm, which had been in the Uhl family since 1891.
George had four children with his previous wife, Bette (Seeley), to whom he was married for 19 years. He worked extremely hard to raise his four children and continue farming and remarried to Flora (Conklin) Uhl, in 1980, to whom he was married for fourteen years, until she passed from cancer.

Later, he married Shirley (Garrett) Uhl, to whom he was married for the past 31 years and then retired from farming and sold his farm in the early 2000’s.

Not wanting to give up his tractors, he continued baling hay for the next few years but soon had to fully retire. Being a farmer didn’t leave much time for hobbies but attending 4-H shows with his children, participating in the s***t shoots and tractor pulls at the GDS Fair, annually attending the PA Farm Show in Harrisburg all while supporting his children at their many sporting events were favorite activities for George. Baseball season, hunting season and maple syrup season were especially thrilling times of the year but mostly working on his farm and taking care of his land was his passion and source of pride.

He was very proud of the fact that one of his cows was used by the Philadelphia Phillies in the early 80’s for a milk promotion and also that he sold a few quality Holsteins for breeding to investors from China. He was also well known, locally, to tourists as they would stop by and purchase “Pure Maple Syrup” that he had worked tirelessly in early spring to make while still milking his cows both morning and night.

Early on, George was very active in his church, Bible Fellowship Church of Greentown, and was a key part in its original founding. He was a strong supporter of Tri-State Bible Conference & Camp, Montague, NJ and often paid for his kid’s weeks of camp by “donating” beef to the kitchen. This fortunately worked out for him as he met the cook who later became his second wife, Flora (Conklin).

George will also be remembered, in the community, for his many years of school bus runs for the Wallenpaupack school district, that he used as a side income to subsidize farming. Most importantly, though, he will be remembered for chatting with anyone who would stop by and visit in his barn. He was always willing to listen to and encourage others through life’s many trials all the while pointing them to the gospel. George was not shy about his faith and shared the simple plan of salvation with nearly everyone who crossed his path, even until his last years with the nurses and doctors during his stay at St Mary’s Villa in Elmhurst Township.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Friend & Margaret (Birkett) Uhl, his brother & sister-in-law, James & Patricia (Miller) Uhl, his brother-in-law Lawrence Rider, and his second wife, Flora (Conklin) Uhl.

George is survived by his wife, Shirley (Garrett) Uhl. His children, Dale (Peg) Uhl, Dawn (Tim) Jones, Debbie (Rich) Kilian and Denise (Mark) Swedeen, and his twin sister, Virginia (Curtis) Rider. He leaves behind many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A public remembrance service will take place on Friday, September 4th, at noon at the Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home, 201 Rt 191 Village of LaAnna S Sterling

In lieu of cards or gifts: please make donations to: Allied Services Hospice Center (Scranton) 511 Morgan Hwy, PO Box 1103, Scranton, PA 18501-1103

08/09/2026

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07/30/2026

Roseann Christopher Brink
July 26, 2026

Roseann Christopher Brink, passed away peacefully on Sunday at Carbondale Nursing Center, from an illness in the presence of her granddaughter, Krystal Oliver.

She was born in Scranton, daughter of the late John Christopher, her mother was Stella Wargo and her husband John Wargo. She was employed as a nurses aide.

May our mother dwell in the house of the Lord Jesus Christ, for eternity.

Roseann was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and friend who will be deeply missed.

Her family would like to thank the staff at Carbondale Nursing Center for their professionalism, love and care of Roseann.

She is survived by her three children Kim Torquati and husband Mike; Butch Hall, and Earl Hall; step daughter Karen and Marcy; Numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister-in-law Pat Christopher, her brother Stanley Chirstoper; her nephews Bobby, Tom and David Christopher.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday August 9, 2026 at 1:00PM in the Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Rt 191 Village of LaAnna.
Friends may call from noon until the service.

07/27/2026

Eric McCollum
July 23, 2026

Eric McCollum, of Lake Ariel, passed away Thursday evening in Gardens Memory Care, Easton.

His wife is Aubrie Bullmore, the couple had been married for 9 years.

Born in Easton, educated in Wallenpaupack Schools and a 1991 Graduate of Wallenpaupack High School,
Eric was employed as a bartender for many years at Cora’s Bistro, Hawley. He enjoyed anything musical, traveling, woodworking, cars, and his greatest enjoyment was bicycling.

He was a loving and caring husband father, son, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son Emmett; Father Raymond McCollum; brothers Chad McCollum, and Aaron McCollum and wife Jen; one nephew Bruce McCollum; his father-in-law Colin Bullmore and his mother-in-law April Lavallee.
He was preceded in death by his mother Susan Hammon.

A celebration of life will be announced for a date in the
future.

07/27/2026

Sheila Elaine Becker
July 25,2026

Sheila Elaine Becker brightened every room with her infectious smile, and now she is smiling down on us with the angels in Heaven. With family and friends by her side, Sheila passed away peacefully in her home on July 25, 2026. At 70 years old, Sheila was diagnosed with a stage 4 glioblastoma brain tumor and was given 6-12 months to live. But Sheila is a strong fighter with an unwavering faith in Jesus Christ and outlived everyone’s expectations. During her 19-month-long fight, she was able to celebrate another year of holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries, watch the seasons change, spend ample time with family and friends, and even take a vacation to the beach. At the age of 72, Sheila’s body succumbed to the tumor, but her spirit lives on in glory with our God and Father in Heaven, where we will reunite with her someday. Sheila was a devoted wife, mom, and sister, but her favorite title was Nana. Over the past decade, she lived for her granddaughters’ laughter and hugs and never tired of the endless hours of crafts, games, and make-believe. When Sheila was not playing with her granddaughters, she could be found in her garden, reading her Bible or making cards on her sun porch, or on a cruise ship with her husband, Jeffrey, of 48 years. Sheila was also a devoted friend, sending cards, making meals, and visiting others to provide care, comfort, and love. She never missed a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion. True to her compassionate nature, Sheila graduated from nursing school in 1974 and tenderly served patients through hospital work, home health care, private duty nursing, and, most recently, with her husband at the Neurosensory Center of Eastern Pennsylvania in Kingston, PA. Sheila is survived by her husband, Jeffrey, of 48 years; her daughters, Jennifer Kesselring and Amanda Creech; four beloved granddaughters; and her sister, Brenda Gaupp. Sheila was preceded in death by her parents, Palmer and Evelyn Dressler. A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 3 at the Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home 201 Rt 191 Newfoundland, PA. Visitation will begin at 11am with the service at noon, officiated by Pastor Jon Buxton. A luncheon will follow at 2:30 at the Honesdale Golf Club. Per Sheila’s request, in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Lakeville Community Church (P.O. Box 4, Hawley, PA, 18428) or the Lakeville Community Pantry (323 Tenth Street, Honesdale, PA, 18431), which is a part of the Wayne County Food Pantry.

07/25/2026

Carl Schaffer

July 18, 2026

Carl Schaffer, of Lake Ariel, passed away Saturday at home surrounded by family. His wife is the former Mary Leader.

Born in Scranton, son of the late Eugene and Charlotte Hollister Schaffer, he was educated in Western Wayne Schools. Carl was employed by Trane Corporation, Cole Builders and retired from Arlington Industries.

He was a loving and caring husband, father, brother and friend who will be deeply missed.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two sons Eric and Justin Schaffer, a daughter Jennifer Schaffer; sisters Eileen Smelnack; Louise Mula and husband Gate; Brothers Chris Schaffer and wife Kathy; Lloyd Schaffer and wife Diane; Sister in law Ida Stevens; Janet Butler and husband Carl; brother in law Bill Leader, nieces nephews and cousins.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Roy Schaffer; his mother and father in law Kenneth and Freda Leader; brother in laws Kenneth Leader and Ronald Stevens.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 1 at 2:00 PM in the Sterling Jericho Church.

07/23/2026

George Francis Gencarelli

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of George Francis Gencarelli, the kindest man you’ll ever meet, with the biggest smile.

George was born on September 30, 1951, in Brooklyn, New York, to George Carmine Gencarelli and Helen Grace Gencarelli.

George joined the NYPD in 1972 and retired as a decorated Detective in 1990. He dedicated his career to helping keep New York safe and took great pride in serving his community throughout his years on the force.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Marianna, and his daughter, Arianne. In 2012, he met his loving wife, Nancy, who affectionately called him “Opie,” at a support group for those who had lost their spouses. From that day forward, George and Nancy embraced retirement together, splitting their time between country life and beach life in their homes in the Poconos and Vero Beach. They loved trying new things like pickleball, hosting friends and family in their homes, being on the water (George with a fishing rod and Nancy with a book), and, most recently, exploring the world together by river cruise. Every day was filled with love, laughter, and an Aperol Spritz.

George is survived by wife, Nancy; his daughter, Bethany, her wife, Shandel, and their children, Torren and Rayya; his stepdaughter, Erin, and her husband, JD; his sister, Rosemary, and her husband, Bob, who was also George’s best friend; his sisters, Andrea and her partner Eric, and Carol and her partner Sonya; son George; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; his great-great-nephew, Robbie; and too many wonderful friends to count. He was looking forward to welcoming more great-great nephews and a great-great niece into the family this fall.

A celebration of George’s life will be held on Friday, July 31, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home in Newfoundland, Pennsylvania. We invite all who knew and loved George to join us as we celebrate his life and the joy he brought to so many.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, an organization George felt passionate about supporting.
Everyone needed a George in their life. His kindness, generous heart, and unforgettable smile will be forever missed. He will be forever loved and remembered.

07/17/2026

Cheryl Pauliks Attinger
February 15, 1970 – July 14, 2026

Cheryl Pauliks Attinger, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, passed away on July 14, 2026, at Hershey Medical Center. She had successfully battled cancer this past year, and more recently faced complications related to dermatomyositis. She was 56 years old. Born in Jamaica, New York, she was one of five children of the late Rosemary (Sporrer) Pauliks and the late Erich Pauliks.

At the heart of Cheryl’s life was her family. She and her husband, Tim, shared 27 years of marriage marked by unwavering devotion, joy, and travel. Together, they embarked on many adventures near and far, meeting life’s challenges with patience and strength. They welcomed two beautiful sons, Cole and Chase, in a home filled with laughter, warmth, and love. They were her greatest joy.

Cheryl was the one who showed up, listened, and got things done. She was a natural problem solver, endlessly resourceful, and a tireless cheerleader for the people she loved. She led with her heart, felt things deeply, and brought energy, empathy, and encouragement wherever she went.

Cheryl spent more than a decade at Penn State Hershey as Director of Finance for Educational Affairs and Student Financial Aid, where she passionately advocated for medical students—supporting their well-being, career paths, and financial needs, while serving as a steady source of guidance and encouragement. She cared deeply about helping students succeed and made a quiet but lasting impact through her work. She also taught coursework within the Department of Public Health Sciences at Penn State University as part of her doctoral studies. Her alma maters include Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Shippensburg University, and Penn State University.

Music was a big part of Cheryl’s life from early on, fostering lifelong friendships, teamwork, and a true sense of belonging. She was a devoted supporter of the instrumental music program The Ram Band at the Central Dauphin School District, where she helped raise funds, rally support, and build community.

She is survived by her husband, Tim; her sons, Cole and Chase; her mother-in-law, Marilyn Attinger; her siblings and their partners, Werner and Erika, Peter and Tom, Christel, and Christopher and Kathleen; and her nieces and nephews, Chris, Cooper, Greta, Emory, and Klara, who lovingly referred to her as “Tante Boo.”

She also leaves behind her loyal dog, Sami, who kept a quiet, faithful watch over her throughout her illness—a small but constant comfort during difficult days.

Cheryl will be remembered for the way she showed up for others—with warmth, strength, and a heart for bringing people together.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 22, at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 6150 Allentown Boulevard, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a Mass at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Ram Band at the Central Dauphin School District (www.cdramband.org) in Cheryl’s memory.

Funeral arrangements by family friends at the Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Route 191, Village of LaAnna, South Sterling, PA.

06/30/2026

Patricia Kenny Lesch, 92, of Greentown, PA passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026.

Born on Staten Island, NY, Pat was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Hayes) Kenny. She raised her family in Franklin Lakes, NJ, and resided in Greentown permanently since 1996, having spent family summers there since 1970.

Pat was proud to have attended Hunter College in New York City, where she was a member of the ADPi sorority, and graduated with a degree in geology. She felt a strong connection to her Irish heritage, and founded the Hunter Irish-American club, marching in the St. Patrick’s Day parade behind its banner. After graduating, Pat went on to teach elementary school at P.S. 19 on Staten Island, NY.

She was a remarkable athlete in her younger years, captaining her school basketball team, playing tennis, and exhibiting an incredible throwing arm. Her life was always filled with books and music. She was an avid quilter, a phenomenal cook, and loved to fish at Lake Wallenpaupack. And wherever she went, Pat brought her lively sense of humor.

Pat was the most devoted mother imaginable to her five children. Whether she was chauffeuring them to their innumerable sporting events, juggling schedules, cheering from the stands, helping with homework and college applications or regularly chatting with her children when they became adults, Pat’s life revolved around her children. She loved her extended family and always gave thanks for her many blessings.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent C. Lesch, in 2009 and her son, Vincent C. Lesch II in 2010. Also pre-deceasing her were her sisters, Helen Bush and Kathleen Blomquist, both of Staten Island, NY.

She is survived by three daughters, Patricia Anderson of Spring Grove, IL, Helen Mannion of Phoenixville, PA and Donna Lesch of Southbury, CT, and her son, Kenneth Lesch of Vienna, VA. She was the very proud grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 3 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Rita Church in Gouldsboro. Interment will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery in Paupack. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during calling hours Thursday July 2 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Frey-Fetsock Funeral Home in Sterling.