Obituaries

EVELYN R. STRITZ

Evelyn R. Stritz, beloved wife, mother, sister grandmother, of Carbon Street, Weatherly, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2023, at home while in the tender care of her family at 88 years of age.

Born Thursday, December 13, 1934 in Hazleton, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Mary (Semon) Feuhrer. Evelyn was also predeceased by daughter, Karen L. Stritz; son, Steven G. Stritz; step-daughter, Barbara Stritz; brother, Arthur Feuhrer.

Surviving are her husband of 51 years, George W. Stritz; daughter, Mary Lazar, wife of Brian; step-son, George

A. Stritz and his wife Linda; step-daughter, Jennie Green, wife of Lester; sister, Loraine Coll; grandchildren, Brian, and Karissa; greatgrandchildren, Maci, Steven, and Jameson. Nieces and nephews also survive Evelyn.

A graduate of West Hazleton High School, Evelyn worked in the textile industry. A member of Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C. of Weatherly, Evelyn enjoyed doing puzzles.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Weatherly.

Interment will be in St. John’s Cemetery of Drums.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes. com

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CHARLES R. PARKER, SR.

Charles R. Parker, Sr., 77 years of age of Beaver Meadows, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at WilkesBarre Veterans Medical Center.

Born Tuesday, June 26, 1945 in Woodbury, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Woodrow and Esther (Sherman) Parker. Charlie was also predeceased by a sister, Esther M. Walper.

Surviving are daughters, Jamie K. Gerhart and Jennifer K. Parker; son, Charles “Chaz” R. Parker, Jr.; grandson, Samuel M. Parker; brothers,

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Kenneth (Jane) Parker, Bruce (Sandra) Parker, and identical and inseparable twin brother, Eugene Parker. Charlie is survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and his beloved cats Zilly and Boy-Boy.

A Weatherly High School graduate, Charlie was a disabled American Veteran, having served his country honorably during the Vietnam War. Charlie worked for Bethlehem Steel, Armor Foods, and Lance Foods; however, his true calling was law enforcement, serving as constable and police officer in many local communities.

Beverly Dotter

Beverly Dotter, age 80, of Gladwyne, formerly of Wayne, passed away on February 20, 2023. Born in White Haven, she was the daughter of the late Newton and Gertrude Dotter (nee Wheeler). Her brother, Glenn Dotter, predeceased her.

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Charlie and his brother Eugene were ardent NASCAR fans, driving their bus to races at Pocono and Dover Speedways with nephew John Parker and the bus crew. An avid outdoorsman, Charlie enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping at Red Ridge Campground in Zion’s Grove. Charlie was a proud and active member of the VFW and AmVets, having served as Post Commander. He was also involved with the American Legion as well as many other local organizations and social clubs.

Pending funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Weatherly.

Family and friends will gather at a later date to celebrate Charlie’s life.

Beverly was employed as director, editorial services with Sun Oil (Sunoco) for over 40 years, where she wrote the corporate mewsletter and communications. In addition to writing, she handled editing, layout, budgeting, coordinating the Annual Report, and helping with special events, to mention a few of her responsibilities. She was well liked and respected by her friends and co-workers. After retirement, she joined the Main Line Chamber of Commerce, volunteered with Surrey Services for Seniors and Pals For Life, and served on the boards of all three organizations. Beverly was very active in St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Devon. She enjoyed vacationing in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ. She loved going to the theater, museums, and reading. She was very generous with her time and resources with various charitable organizations. She was very healthy until recently when she contracted Myasthenia Gravis, a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease.

Friends and co-workers celebrated her at a memorial service March 2, at St. Luke Lutheran Church, Devon. Interment was private.

Contributions in Beverly’s memory to Surrey Services, 60 Surrey Way, Devon, PA 19333, would be appreciated.