Obituaries

WALTER J. McGRATH JR.

Walter J. McGrath, Jr. 83, of Pocono Summit, passed away in his home on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Born in Teaneck, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Walter and Amelia (Richardson) McGrath.

Walter was the husband of Amanda (Lewis) McGrath. He honorably served his country in the United States Army specializing as an Intelligence and Technical Operations officer during the Korean conflict.

Walt loved model railroad trains and miniature layout construction, which is one of the shared pastimes that brought Walter and Amanda together. They worked together to build their very own miniature town. Above all, Walt enjoyed spending time with his family and loved ones.

In addition to his wife, Amanda, Walter will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Michael J. McGrath,

Sr., Patrick J.F. McGrath and his wife Ariskelmys G. McGrath, and William McGrath; stepson, Charles Hobart; stepdaughters, Lisa Hobart and Linda Kerr and her husband John; brother, Kevin McGrath and his wife Marilyn; grandchildren, Michael, Jr., Sean, Cavin, Mackenzie, Katherine, Zach, Alex, Sarah, Shayla, and Brendan.

The Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, was in charge of arrangements.

A Mass of Christian burial took place April 11, in Most Holy Trinity Parish, Cresco.

On Tuesday, March 28, 2023, Joseph Di Girolamo, 51, of Brodheadsville, passed away unexpectedly at home.

Joe was born on August 3, 1971 to Frank and Mildred Di Girolamo in Queens, NY. Joe was a long-time member of the operators union. When he was not working, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Joe had a variety of animals throughout the years that he loved spending

RICHARD W. PERRY

Richard W. Perry, 69, of Blakeslee, passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Northampton Post Acute care facility in Easton. He was the husband of Darlene (Bryfogle) Perry, with whom he shared 31 years of marriage.

Born on April 9, 1953 in Jersey City, NJ, he was a son of Mary (Zabriskie) Perry of Monroe Township, NJ and the late Francis Perry Sr. He has lived in Monroe County for the past 26 years and worked as a truck driver until his retirement.

Rich was a member of the Cherry Valley United Methodist Church.

Also surviving are two stepsons, Thomas Christman of Schnecksville and Gregory Christman and wife Ellen of Wilkes-Barre; five step-

JOSEPH Di GIROLAMO

time with as well. Joseph is survived by his mother, Mildred Di Girolamo of Stroudsburg; a brother, Frank Di Girolamo and his wife Gail of Kunkletown; sisters, Donna Denninger and her husband Joseph of Stroudsburg, and Suzanna Di Girolamo and her significant other John Burke of Stroudsburg; niece, Samantha Nappie and her husband Steven Strauss of grandchildren, Bernadette Christman, Gregory Christman, Adam Peter, Matt Sechler and Zoe Sechler; two step-great-grandchildren, Oliver Kintz and Carter Kintz; a brother, Francis Perry, Jr. and wife Nennette of East Brunswick, NJ; and a nephew, Matthew Perry. He was preceded in death by his father, Francis Perry, Sr. and a nephew, Francis Perry III. Services were held April 10 in with Rev. Paul Crikelair officiating. Burial followed at Cherry Valley M.E. Cemetery. www.kresgefuneralhome. com

In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances may be made to the Cherry Valley United Methodist Church, 1238 Kemmertown Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.

Bethlehem; nephews, Dylan Denninger of Stroudsburg, Brandon Denninger of Stroudsburg, and Jake Denninger of Stroudsburg.

Joe was preceded in death by his father, Frank Di Girolamo.

A memorial service was held April 1 from the Kresge Funeral Home, 1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville, with Deacon Robert O’Connor officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your own local animal shelter.

LeROY S. STROHL

LeRoy S. Strohl, 76, of Kunkletown, passed away Friday, April 7, 2023, at home. He was the loving husband of the late Barbara A. (Kuehner) Strohl. They celebrated 27 wonderful years of marriage together before her passing in 1999.

Born in East Stroudsburg, he was the son of the late LeRoy R. Strohl and the late Edna (Christman) Strohl.

LeRoy was a truck driver for most of his life, first working for Frantz Brother’s Trucking, and later for MSG Associates. He was an Army veteran, and a lifetime member of the Kunkletown Rod and Gun Club. He loved watching NASCAR and always enjoyed his Farmall tractors.

Most of all, he was a loving and caring father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. He will be deeply missed by all his friends and family.

He is survived by his son, Jonathan Strohl of Kunkletown; his daughter, Tracy Colter of Effort; two grandchildren, Hailey and Alyssa Matlock; and two great-grandchildren, Aryanna and Kayden Dawson.

No services are scheduled at this time. A celebration of life gathering will be held on a later date at the convenience of the family.

The Kresge Funeral Home, 1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville, is in charge of the arrangements.

St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish

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