Obituaries by LocationBarbara D. Krawitz
(October 14, 1931 - August 22, 2015)
Barbara D. Krawitz of Stroudsburg died on August 22, 2015, at the age of 83. She was born, October 14, 1931, and raised in Philadelphia, the only child of the late Isador K. Dortort and Minnie (Portner) Dortort who died when Barbara was a little girl.
As a student and young woman, Barbara was an aspiring pianist and studied fine arts, enabling her to develop a keen, tasteful eye for color, design and beauty which graced our home and family. She was quietly and cleverly creative, earning a degree in fine arts from the Temple University Tyler School of Art.
Barbara was an intensely private person, an attractive opposite to the outgoing personality of her eventual husband, whom she met while he was a law student in Philadelphia. She had, along the way, acquired good clerical and office skills which proved particularly useful, becoming her new husband’s first legal secretary in their upstairs apartment/office above a retail establishment on South Sixth Street, Stroudsburg, in 1957, where they also started a family. Her beloved Husband, Edwin Krawitz, Esq., preceded her in death by three weeks, and just one week short of their 60th wedding anniversary.
Barbara lovingly dedicated herself to her husband and two children in the traditional role of wife, mother and chief of staff, rather than to individual pursuits. Her always-behind-the-scenes volunteer work in various organizations further supported her children’s activities and needs. She participated in Hadassah and Sisterhood at Temple Israel and was the temple Bulletin typist (before word processing capabilities) for some 10 years. After her children were fledged, Barbara ran Pocono Realty Company’s property management business from the mid-1980s until recently.
An unfillable void remains for Barbara’s daughter Minda and son Steven who were with her, as well as granddaughter Mollie, cousin Eugene “Artie” Glantz, dear relatives, loved ones and friends. We will remember her modest, sacrificing and unfailingly selfless love and devotion.
Funeral services will be promptly held as tradition requires at Temple Israel of the Poconos, 711 Wallace Street, Stroudsburg, PA on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., with burial to follow at Laurelwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family would be honored by your donation in remembrance to the charity of your choice.
Joseph McCarron
(December 21, 1948 - June 11, 2015)
U.S. Veteran
Joseph McCarron, 66, of East Stroudsburg died Thursday, June 11, at home. He was the husband of Madeline (Jones) McCarron with whom he would have celebrated 45 years of marriage on October 10, 2015.
Born December 21, 1948 in Elizabeth NJ, he was a son of the late James Eugene III and Rita (Hunter) McCarron and has lived in Monroe County for the past 29 years having moved from Hillside NJ.
Joseph loved his grandchildren and spent as much time with them as he could. He enjoyed going to their ball games and school concerts. He enjoyed spending time outdoors with his wife, biking, hiking, bird watching and taking frequent trips to Cape May NJ.
He took pride in his home and was a good steward of the environment, which is evident in the many beautiful pieces of furniture and outdoor décor that he restored or fabricated from recycled materials.
He loved to listen to Jazz music and The Beatles. He was a gifted artist with a knack for photography and drawing. He was quite knowledgeable about math, science and the universe, and was more than happy to have long discussions with anyone that was willing.
He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1967 to 1969.
Joseph was a Master welder having worked most recently at Patterson Kelly in East Stroudsburg until his retirement in 2006.
He was a shop steward for the International Boilermakers Union Local Lodge No. 397 and a past member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Local Union No. 821
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Laura Pride and her husband Alan, Elizabeth Arrigali and her husband Anthony Jr. and Courtney McCarron all of East Stroudsburg; six grandchildren, Alexander, Jacob, Mary, Samuel, John and Andrew; two sisters, Eileen McCarron of New Jersey and Bridget Poole of Maryland; two brothers, Michael McCarron of California and Sean McCarron of Florida; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three siblings, James Eugene McCarron IV, Mary Elizabeth McCarron and Rosemary McCarron.
Visitation will begin at 11AM followed by a memorial service at noon on Saturday, June 20, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 139 Craigs Meadow Road in East Stroudsburg. A repast will be in the Celebration Hall directly after the service. The Reverend Dr. John Harding will officiate. Cremation was private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances may be made to the food pantry of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 139 Craigs meadow Road, East Stroudsburg PA 18301.
Thomas M. Braddish
(September 11, 1959 - June 17, 2015)
Thomas M. Braddish, 55, of Reeders, died Wednesday evening, June 17, as a result of complications of Lyme Disease. He was the husband of the late Debra R. (Lall) Braddish who died April 12, 2009.
Born on September 11, 1959 of the Bronx, NY, he was a son of the late Coleman and Rose (Clyne) Braddish and lived in Monroe County since 1993 moving from New York.
He owned and operated several Subway Restaurants.
Tom was very community oriented having sponsored many Special Olympic Events and Pius X High School events; and served on the Barton Glenn board of directors.
He enjoyed life, loved to travel and also loved camping and boating.
Surviving are his son, Sean Braddish, seven siblings, Rose Fiorello of Robbinsville, NJ, James Braddish of Trenton, NJ, Eileen Valerio of Tabernacle, NJ, Sean Braddish of Medford Lakes, NJ, Kathleen Marino of Belle Meade, NJ, Maureen Wright of Collingsville, Oklahoma, and Karen Gilligan of Northport, NY; adopted mother, Evelyn Wilson of Reeders, PA; fiance, Jane Menendez of Woodland Park, NJ and many nieces and nephews.
Viewing hours will be from 3 to 5 and 7 to 8:30PM on Monday, June 22, at the William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main Street, Stroudsburg. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00AM on Tuesday, June 23, at Our Lady of Victory Roman Catholic Church, 327 Cherry Lane Road, Tannersville with Monsignor Arthur J. Kaschenbach as celebrant. Private cremation will follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances may be made to Lyme Disease Association, P.O. Box 1438, Jackson, NJ 08527 www.lymediseaseassociation.org.
Caroline H. Loring
(December 18, 1934 - June 18, 2015)
Caroline H. Loring, 80, of East Stroudsburg, died Thursday morning, June 18 at Pocono Health System Hospice House in East Stroudsburg. She was the widow of Robert Loring who died in 1987.
Born on December 18, 1934 at home in East Stroudsburg, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Mary (LaBar) Miller and was a lifetime resident of Monroe County.
She is survived by three children;, Allen Loring of East Stroudsburg, Vincent Loring of Stroudsburg and Pamela Romansky of Gouldsboro; six grandchildren, Duana, Carla, Ashley, Matthew, Andrew and Austin; two great-grandchildren, Bryce and Abigail; two brothers, David and Raymond Miller both of East Stroudsburg; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.
There will be no services at this time. Cremation was private.
Thomas E. Darlington
(May 2, 1961 - June 22, 2015)
Thomas E. Darlington, 54, of Stroud Township, died Monday morning, June 22, at home. He was the husband of Yvonne M. (Oudenaller) Darlington with whom he shared 22 years of marriage on May 29th.
Born on May 2, 1961 in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late George W. and Alice E. (Turner) Darlington and lived in Monroe County since 1967.
He was a 1979 graduate of Notre Dame High School and was employed by the East Stroudsburg Area School District for almost 35 years.
Tom was a member of St Luke's Roman Catholic Church, NRA, and Blue Ridge Cherry Valley Rod & Gun Club.
His interests included woodworking, golfing, fishing, hunting, train collecting, and traveling.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Cassidy Darlington and Kira Darlington; two sisters, Donna Houser and husband Steve, of East Stroudsburg and Mary Alice Darlington and husband, Steven Tardy, of Fredericksburg, VA; a brother, Harry Kent Darlington, of Delaware Water Gap; and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, G. Ronald Darlington.
Viewing will be held from 6:30 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 24, at the William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main Street, Stroudsburg and also from 9:00 to 10:00AM on Thursday, June 25, at St. Luke's Roman Catholic Church, 818 Main Street, Stroudsburg. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00AM Thursday at the church with the Rev. Carmen Perry as celebrant. Private cremation will follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial remembrances be made to St. Luke's Roman Catholic Church, 818 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 or Dale & Frances Hughes Cancer Center at Pocono Medical Center, 231 East Brown Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.
Matthew N. Shive
(February 10, 1980 - April 27, 2015)
Matthew Noll Shive, 35, of East Stroudsburg, died Monday morning, April 27, at Pocono Medical Center in East Stroudsburg.
Born February 10, 1980 in Summit, NJ, he was a son of the late Edward and Audrey (Briskey) Shive and has lived in Monroe County for the past two years.
He worked at Dunkelberger's in Stroudsburg and as a surgical technician at Surgical Care Affiliates in East Stroudsburg.
Matthew was a member of the National Rifle Association. Surviving are a brother, Charles E. Shive of Boyds, MD; several aunts, uncles and nieces; and his trusty greyhound, Ike.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Cremation was private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances may be made to Greyhound Angels Adoption, 2325 West Main Street, Millville, NJ 08332.
