Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home

09/02/2026

𝑨 𝑻𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑻𝒉𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆
Planning ahead allows you to make your wishes known while giving your family the comfort of knowing those decisions have already been made.
Taking care of the details ahead of time means fewer questions and difficult decisions for the people you love when the time comes.
To learn more about pre-planning, call (570) 622-7888 or visit schlitzerallenpugh.com.

08/31/2026

Ronald William Downey Jr

Ronald William Downey, Jr., age 71 of Pottsville, Pennsylvania, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pottsville. He was born on December 2, 1954, in Pottsville, PA; son of the late Ronald William Downey, Sr. and Janice (Boris) Downey. He was a member of Freedom in Christ Church of Schuylkill County, West End Hose Co. #7, Schuylkill County Republican Committee, Former Chairman of Pottsville City Republican Committee and Legislative Aide for State Representative Jerry Knowles and...

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08/26/2026

National Dog Day!

08/26/2026

08/23/2026

Rev. Anthony Drouncheck

The Reverend Anthony M. Drouncheck died on 21 August 2026. He was 67 years of age. Born in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, Father Drouncheck is the son of the late Michael Drouncheck and the late Emma (Spinille) Drouncheck. Father Drouncheck is survived by his brother, Michael Drouncheck, and nephews Matthew Drouncheck, Mark Drouncheck, and Eric Drouncheck, as well as several grand nieces and nephews. Father Drouncheck attended Pottsville Area Elementary School and Pottsville High School, Pottsville. He matriculated to Allentown College of...

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08/21/2026

Karen E. (Leffler) Alban

Karen E. (Leffler) Alban, 81, formerly of Port Carbon, of Pottsville, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Providence Place, Pottsville. Born on October 20, 1944, in Pottsville, she was the daughter of the late Christian G. and Martha S. (Kriner) Leffler. After graduating from Pottsville Area High School, Karen furthered her education at Bloomsburg University and Penn State University. Karen dedicated 33 years to teaching kindergarten in the Pottsville Area School District, retiring in 1999, from the John...

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08/20/2026

Sometimes, a little fresh air is just what you need.
Step outside, take a walk, enjoy the sunshine, and take a little time to appreciate the day. 🌿

08/12/2026

There are some things we should never outgrow—and a really good laugh is one of them.
Here’s to good friends, good conversations, and plenty of reasons to smile. 😊

08/10/2026

After a loved one has passed on, it's the family members and friends left behind that are in need. In need of consoling each other, in need of sharing the grief and in need of comforting. We understand why we must gather, and provide the comfort families look for and need. We invite you to consider us the next time your family is in need.

08/09/2026

Robert E. Wolfe

Robert W. Wolfe, 69, passed away unexpectedly in the company of his church family on Saturday, August 8th, 2026. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service which will be held at the Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, 515 West Market Street, Pottsville, at 11 AM on Thursday, August 13th, 2026. A viewing will be held from 10-11 AM prior to the service at the funeral home. Robert will be laid to rest immediately following the service. You...

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