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Nice-Hart Funeral Home

Welcome to the page for the Nice – Hart Funeral Home. Since 1876 we have been serving families in Frackville and Northern Schuylkill County. Lehigh Ave.

Facilities

Our easily locatable facility at 9 N. off of the corner of Frack St., has plenty of off street parking, as well as ample on street parking. Our Funeral home seats over 50 guests and boasts two newly renovated restrooms and a conference room. Services

The Nice - Hart Funeral Home contains some of the areas most comprehensive options on funeral services. Whether you prefer a simple priv

ate service, cremation service, or a traditional funeral service, we are here to help you in selecting the most fitting tribute to you loved one. Value

Attentive to rising funeral costs across the nation, state and county we have kept our prices competitive and reasonable to our families, remaining much more affordable to the families we serve. Merchandise

Our merchandise is of the highest quality and where we can, locally produced. Our caskets are purchased for the Schuylkill Haven Casket Company (Haven Line Industries) and our Vaults are Produced by the Ringtown Wilbert Vault Co. By supporting local businesses, we help to keep local people employed. Community

We believe as a local business it is important to support the local community. We donate to several local charitable and nonprofit organizations, volunteer time and energy to make the community that supports us a better place. Preplanning

More and more people are choosing to Preplan their funeral service, and we are here to assist you with in sorting through the many options you have when you choose to preplan. Through effectively preplanning a funeral, you can protect assets and save money. One of the programs we most commonly use is the Loyal Christian Benefit Association (LCBA). This association is based in Erie and serves many states, besides Pennsylvania, for their pre-funding needs. Aftercare

At the Nice - Hart Funeral Home our job is not complete when the funeral service is finished. We are always here for any problems or questions you might have. We also have many resources that may help you when dealing with the loss of a loved one. Staff

Our highly trained professional staff is ready and willing to help you with any problems or questions you have at all times. No question or problem is too big or small for us to help you with. We are here to assist you before, during and after services.

09/04/2026

Courtney Joseph Davidson

Courtney Joseph “CJ” Davidson , 38, Shenandoah, passed Monday August 17, 2026 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville after a short illness

Born in Pottsville, April 30, 1988, He was a son of Keith Davidson and the late Catherine (Schultz) Davidson.

CJ worked at many area warehouses. He loved Video Games, Traveling , Concerts spending time with family, cars computers and Big Bird.

In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by Grandparents

Surviving are fiance Selena Weikel of Shenandoah, brother Keith Davidson of Clearfield, brother Nathan Rhine of Reading; Aunts, Uncles. Nieces and Nephews

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to defray funeral costs to https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-cj-and-tanyas-sister?attribution_id=sl:60952444-133c-4273-a871-2940585c0407&lang=en_US&ts=1786969340&utm_campaign=man_activity_tablist&utm_content=amp30-treatment-3&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=facebook

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.

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08/19/2026

Sandra Ketterer

Sandra L. Ketterer, 58, Williamstown, formerly of Frackville, passed away peacefully Saturday August 15, 2026 at her home with her husband at her side.

Born in Pottsville, October 11, 1967, She was a daughter of the late William and Ida Mae (Hower) Becker.

Sandy worked as a Traveling Nurse’s Aide and also assisted her husband in his home improvement business.

She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Frackville. She enjoyed doing stenciling and painting.

She was preceded in death by 3 brothers John Kowker, Arthur Kowker and William Becker; Sister Victoria Becker

Surviving are her husband of 38 years Donald E. Ketterer; Step Daughter Trisha Ketterer Miller of Lykens; Granddaughter Aliza Reightler; sister Diana Rivenburg of Gilberton; Goddaughter Ester Steinheiser Hernandez of Shenandoah; Nieces and Nephews

Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday August 24, 2026 from Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville with Rev. Joshua Hughes officiating. In Lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 139 S. Center St. Frackville, PA 17931

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com

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07/22/2026

Shirley Mengel

Shirley Mengel, 94, of Frackville, passed away peacefully Friday July 17, 2026 at Shenandoah Senior Living Community.

Born in Pottsville May 15, 1932, she was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Mary (Mellinger) Lowthert.

She worked at Sears for many years.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Frackville.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Roy W. Mengel, on June 12, 2026; and her daughter, Lori Fischer.

Surviving are her daughter Lisa Dower, and her husband Michael, of Wyomissing; her late daughter Lori’s husband, Samuel Fischer; her grandchildren, Jessica Stabile, Michael Dower, Caleb Fischer, Seth Fischer, and Matt Fischer; her great-granddaughter, Emerson Stabile; her sister-in-law, Nancy Weitz, of Frackville; and nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday July 25, 2026, at First United Methodist Church, 25 South Balliet St. Frackville, PA 17931 with The Rev. Arturo Bautista officiating. Friends may call from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM on Saturday at the church. In Lieu of flowers contributions can be made to First United Methodist Church Memorial Fund at the above address. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Frackville.

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.

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07/08/2026

Joan McElvaney

Joan McElvaney, 90, of Frackville, died Friday July 3, 2026 at her residence.

Born in Girardville, September 15, 1935, she was a daughter of the late Algierd and Catherine (Burian) Zinkavage.

She was a graduate of the former Butler Twp. High School

and was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Frackville, PA.

She was preceded in death by 2 husbands; Chester Lizewski in 1987, Richard McElvaney in 2009 and a brother Albert Zinkavage.

Surviving are 3 sons; Edward Lizewski and his wife Colleen, James Lizewski, and his wife Rhonda, Fredericksburg, VA and Michael Lizewski and his wife Shannon from Irmo, SC, 2 daughters, Maryann Artale wife of Paul, Lititz, PA and Judith wife of John Raffa, Pottsville, and sister Kathleen Najda from Shenandoah; 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services were private and at the convenience of the family.

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.

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06/16/2026

Roy W. Mengel

Roy W. Mengel, 93, of Frackville, passed away peacefully Friday June 12, 2026 at Shenandoah Senior Living Community.

Born in Frackville, December 3, 1932, He was a son of the late Roy and Dorothy (Gradwell) Mengel. A lifelong resident of the community he loved, Roy was a graduate of Frackville High School in 1950.

He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Following his service, he built a long career in banking, working for Home Savings and Loan.

Roy was a devoted member of First United Methodist Church in Frackville; he was also a member of Frackville Elks Lodge 1533, Frackville American Legion Post 398 and the Frackville Masonic Lodge. He especially enjoyed organizing and planning the Frackville High School Reunions. Roy loved people. He always had a story to tell folks and a smile for everyone.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by daughter, Lori Fischer; Brother Bruce Mengel, and Bruce’s wife Betty; Brother-in-law Robert Weitz.

Roy is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years Shirley (Lowthert) Mengel; his daughter Lisa Dower, and her husband Michael, of Wyomissing; his son-in-law Samual Fischer; his grandchildren, Jessica Stabile, Michael Dower, Caleb Fischer, Seth Fischer, and Matt Fischer; his great granddaughter, Emerson Staile; Sister Nancy Weitz of Frackville; Nieces and Nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 19, 2026, at First United Methodist Church, 25 South Balliet St. Frackville, PA 17931 with The Rev. Arturo Bautista officiating. Friends may call from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM on Friday at the church. Burial with military honors will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Frackville.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church memorial fund at the above address

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.

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05/22/2026

Linda Frew

Linda Lee Frew, 75, of Frackville, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Ashland on February 20, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Ada (Montgomery) Filer.

Linda was a 1969 graduate of North Schuylkill High School. She later earned her Licensed Practical Nurse certification and dedicated over 40 years of compassionate care to patients at the former Pottsville Hospital until her retirement in 2013.

A devoted woman of faith and service, Linda was a member of First United Methodist Church in Frackville. She also faithfully served as the organist for St. Peter United Church of Christ in Frackville for more than 30 years and was the longtime treasurer for the church consistory.

In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Lance Frew, in 2016.

She is survived by her her son, Mark Frew and his wife, Kelley, of Palmyra; daughter, Wendy Nicodemus and her husband, Russ, of Ringtown; her sisters, Sandra Tertel and her husband, Joseph, of Frackville, and Johann Waizenegger and her companion, William Harp, of Frackville; companion, James Hahn, of Georgia; cherished grandchildren, Grace and Wilson Frew; her nieces and nephews, Joseph Tertel and his wife, Elizabeth, Tracy Hunter and her husband, Jorge, Rebecca Waizenegger, and Brian Waizenegger; great-niece, Ayla Hunter; great-nephew, Cormac Hunter; and her beloved canine companions, Teddy and Harley, along with granddog, Lilly Mae.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Nice-Hart Funeral Home, Inc., 9 North Lehigh Avenue, Frackville, PA 17931. Rev. Arturo A.L. Bautista and Rev. David Davis will officiate. Friends and family are invited to call from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday and from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday morning at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Frackville.

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05/05/2026

Sharon Knorr

Sharon A. Knorr, 70, of Gilberton, passed away Wednesday April 29, 2026 at LVHN Cedar Crest, Allentown PA

Born in Shenandoah, March 3, 1956, She was a daughter of the lainsky) Kaleda.

She retired as an LPN, having worked at several area nursing homes

She was preceded in death by son James N. Knorr Jr.

Surviving are her husband James N. Knorr Sr.; son Michael Knorr and his wife Chrissy of South Williamsport; Grandchildren Alyvia, Cole and Adeline; Nieces and Nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00AM Friday May 8,2026 from Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Cemetery, Shenandoah. In Lieu of flowers, contribution can be made to Hillside SPCA PO Box 233 Pottsville, PA 17901.

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.

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04/11/2026

Patricia Kania

Patricia A. Kania, 78, of Frackville, passed away April 2, 2026 at LVHN Schuylkill East, Pottsville.

Born in Fountain Springs, May 6, 1947, She was a daughter of the late William and Olga (Tenoschok) Feinauer.

She worked as a Machine Operator in plastics production.

She was a member of Holy Ascension Orthodox Church, Frackville.

Surviving are her husband of 42 years years George Kania; Daughter Vanessa Baker and her husband Robert of Bloomsburg.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:00AM Wednesday April 15, 2026 from Holy Ascension Orthodox Church, 209 South Lehigh Avenue Frackville. The Rev. Kirill Zawatski will be officiating. Friends may call from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday April 14, 2026 at Nice- Hart Funeral Home, Inc. 9 N. Lehigh Ave. Frackvillle, PA 17931. Burial will be in Holy Ascension Orthodox Cemetery, Frackville.

Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.

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12/29/2025

Kevin Paul Spieles

Kevin Paul Spieles Jr., 45 of Millersville, passed away unexpectedly Sunday December 21, 2025. Born in Ashland PA he was the son of Kevin Paul Spieles Sr. of Ashland and the late Margaret (Craig) Spieles.

Kevin was an avid sports enthusiast and loves the San Francisco 49ers and the Florida Seminoles. He was a gentle giant known to his friends as Heavy Kevy, 67Kev, Rook and KP. Kevin had a heart of gold and would offer you the shirt off his back because that's who he was. His funny, loving and caring demeanor will be missed along with his wisecracks and the long conversations that were consistently full of riddles and sarcasm.

Surviving in addition to his father Kevin Spieles Sr and his sister Brylee Spieles both of Ashland, his Uncle and Aunt Andrew and Pamela (Mackey) Conner, Millersville

Cousins Lauren Conner Lancaster, Ryan and Hope (Graham) Conner Manheim, Angel and Erin(Conner) Irizarry Marietta and Morgan Conner Mt Joy. He was preceded in death by his mother Margaret (Craig) Spieles and sister Carlee Spieles.

Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday January 3, 2025 from Nice- Hart Funeral Home, Inc, 9 North Lehigh Avenue Frackville, PA 17931. Friends may call from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Frackville.

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com

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11/20/2025

Dana Lynn Carr

Dana Lynn Carr , 43, of, Girardville, passed away Sunday November 16, 2025 at LVHN-Cedar Crest, Allentown.

Born in Pottsville, July 10, 1982, She was a daughter of the late Georgine (Keen) Stelma.

She was a graduate of Shenandoah High School.

Dana worked as an Admission Coordinator for Schuylkill Center, Pottsville, and activities director at Broad Mountain Nursing & Rehab, Frackville

She was a member of Hope Community Church, Mt. Carmel; Dana was very active in Ashland black Diamond Football Boosters.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her grandmothers Dorothy Moleski and Nellie McCabe.

Surviving are her husband 19 years Benjamin R. Carr; daughter Katelyn T. Carr of Shenandoah; son Benjamin M. Carr of Girardville; daughter Alexis S Carr of Girardville;, son Oliver M. Carr of Girardville; sister Arlene R. Krise and her husband Dean of Lavelle; brother Angelo M McCabe of Reading; sister Angela M McCabe of NC; Nieces Nephews Including Cory and Courtney, Relatives Friends, Dog Marley and Cats Smokey & Bandit.

A Memorial Celebration will be held at 6:00 PM Monday November 24, 2025 from Hope Community Church, 551 W. 4th St. Mt. Carmel, PA 17851 with Rev. Daniel Renno officiating. Friends may call from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Monday at the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hope Community Church Memorial Fund at the above address. Nice-Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.

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