Obituaries by LocationElitia Genevieve (Young) Besecker
(June 11, 1918 - January 1, 2015)
Elitia Genevieve (Young) Besecker, 96, died Thursday afternoon, January 1, at Pleasant Valley Manor in Hamilton Township where she was a resident for the past 6 1/2 years. She was the widow of Allen Besecker.
Born on June 11, 1918 in East Stroudsburg, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Arlene Weiss (Everett) Young and was a lifetime resident of Monroe County.
She was a 1935 graduate of Stroudsburg High School and along with her husband owned and operated Besecker's Diner in Snydersville (now Snydersville Diner) until 1974.
Elitia was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Stroudsburg and loved to knit and crochet.
Surviving are two daughters, Elitia Joan Flanagan of Stroud Township and Susan Ann Kresge and her husband Dale of McMichaels; five grandchildren, Terence Flanagan and his wife Lisa of Mt. Kisco, NY, Kelly Sidler and her husband Daniel R. of Whitehouse Station, NJ, Eric Kresge and his wife Desiree of McMichaels, Danielle Lukashewski and her husband R.J. of McMichaels, and Ryan Kresge and his wife Rebecca of McMichaels; and seven great grandchildren, Michael Sidler, Matthew Sidler, Terence Flanagan, Matthew Kresge, Blake Lukashewski, Braelyn Lukashewski and Ava Kresge. She was preceded in death by a brother, William L. Young in 2007.
There will be a viewing from 10:00 to 11:00AM on Wednesday, January 7, at the William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main St., Stroudsburg, where the funeral service will begin at 11:00AM with Rev.Edward A. Unangst officiating. Burial will follow at Stroudsburg Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial remembrances be made to the activities fund at Pleasant Valley Manor, 4227 Manor Drive, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.
Elizabeth "Betty" Riggs
(August 10, 1928 - December 31, 2014)
Elizabeth "Betty" Riggs, 86, of East Stroudsburg, died Wednesday afternoon, December 31, surrounded by loved ones, at Golden Living Center, where she was a resident for the past four years. She was the widow of the late Joseph "Jack" Riggs who died February 13, 2004.
Born on August 10, 1928 in East Stroudsburg, she was a daughter of the late John and Blodwyn (Charles) Possinger and was a lifetime resident of Monroe County.
She worked for Ronson Corporation, Albino's Restaurant for 25 years, and Weis Markets for 31 years.
Betty was a member of the Analomink United Methodist Church, American Legion Post #346 and VFW Post #2540.
She loved playing BINGO, enjoyed bowling and bus trips to Atlantic City and other seaside destinations.
Surviving are a daughter, Gail Corey and her husband Michael of East Stroudsburg; a granddaughter, Elizabeth Corey of East Stroudsburg; and two great grandsons, Logan and Ethan Mackin; several nieces, Carla Stebbins of Stroudsburg, Pattie Frank of Alabama and Bethanne Andrews of Jacksonville Florida; a nephew, Peter Freer of Florida; and her beloved cat “Crazy”. She was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret Freer.
A memorial service will be held at a later date at Golden Living Center. Private burial will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial remembrances be made to the Activities Department at Golden Living Center - Stroud, 221 E. Brown St., E. Stroudsburg, PA 18301.
Robert S. Hawk
(January 3, 1939 - December 30, 2014)
Robert Stanley Hawk, 75, of Sciota, passed away Tuesday, December 30th, surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Fay A. (Stackhouse) Hawk. They were marriage
on April 8, 1961 and shared 53 years of marriage.
Born on January 3, 1939 in Bushkill Township, he was a son of the late Paul and Mabel (Hahn) Hawk.
He worked for R&R; Toy Factory in Pen Argyl; Stroudsburg Engine Works for 24 years, and Pocono Mountain School District for 13 years.
For many years Bob mowed grass at Kellersville Cemetery and helped his sons with their lawn care businesses.
He served in the National Guard and was assistant coach for his sons' baseball teams.
Bob was an avid Phillies fan, loved the New England Patriots and enjoyed taking day trips to Atlantic City with his wife.
He was a devoted husband, and loving father, grandfather and great grandfather.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Craig Hawk and his wife Kellie of Stroudsburg and Troy Hawk and his wife Thelma of Stroudsburg; three grandchildren, Jessica (Hawk) Pierre, Joshua Hawk and Stephanie Hawk; two great grandchildren, Aliyah and Peyton Pierre; a brother, Paul Hawk, Jr. of Bayville, NJ; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by a sister, Burnetta Hawk and a grandson, Eric Lee Hawk.
There will be a viewing from 10:00 to 11:00AM on Monday, January 5, at the William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main St., Stroudsburg. The funeral service will begin at 11:00AM Monday at the funeral home with Pastor David Cornell officiating. Burial will follow at Kellersville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial remembrances be made to Pocono Mountain Area Kidney Foundation, P.O. Box 504, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.
Ronald C. Bogart
(March 26, 1953 - December 28, 2014)
U.S. Veteran
Ronald C. Bogart, 61, of Montross, VA and formerly of Monroe County, died early Sunday, morning December 28, while under hospice care at home. He was the husband of Laura L. (Whitmore) Bogart.
Born on March 26, 1953 in East Stroudsburg, he was the son of the late Russell and Lois (Hooey) Bogart.
He was a Vietnam veteran having served in the United States Army.
Ron was manager of Greif Brothers, Inc. in Stroudsburg for 33 years.
He was a member of the L.O.O. Moose 1336; coached Stroudsburg Little League; and was an avid bowler with the Bushkill Mens League at Skylanes.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons, Bryan Bogart of Montross, VA and Michael Bogart and his wife Liz of Bartonsville; four brothers, William Bogart of East Stroudsburg, Robert Bogart of North Carolina, Russell Bogart of Cresco and Edward Bogart of East Stroudsburg; two sisters, Bonnie Roznos of Indiana and Brenda Rosconie of East Stroudsburg; a granddaughter, Isabelle Bogart; many nieces and nephews; and several brothers and sisters-in-law.
There will be a viewing from 6:30 to 8:30PM on Friday, January 2, at William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main St., Stroudsburg. The funeral service will begin at 10:30AM Saturday, January 3, at the funeral home with Pastor Lynn Lesoine officiating. Burial will follow at Keokee Chapel Cemetery in Cresco.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances may be made to the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Richmond, VA.
Rosa A. Jorge
(June 14, 1929 - December 21, 2014)
Rosa A. Suarez de Jorge, also known as “Fufa” passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 21, surrounded by her family and five loving daughters. Born in Jacagua, Dominican Republic, and the youngest of ten children, she loved being the center of attention.
Everyone adored her ability to make friends easily. Always “the life of the party, ” she could weave a good tale, adding grand embellishments each time the story was told. In her youth, Rosa was an energetic equestrian and swimmer. She loved elegant clothing and worked at a shoe store where she began her life-long love affair with high heels. You could hear Rosa coming by the clicking sound of her high heels, which she wore well into her 80’s.
Rosa loved to dance and she met the love of her life, her late husband, Victor, at a dance. The photographer coaxed them to dance cheek to cheek; many of you have seen that beautiful photograph. Rosa and Victor glided across the dance floor for over 30 years with such grace and ease that others couldn’t help themselves but stop and watch them.
Rosa leaves a legacy of five strong, independent daughters: Rosa Jacoby, Angela Torres, Teresa Price, Jackie Oz and Josie Jorge and sons-in-law: Roy, Walter, Avi and Jimmy. Rosa was a wonderful sister, friend and wife as well as a fiercely protective mother and grandmother of 11 grandchildren, Bianca, Ariel, Ilan, Michael, Liat, Walter, Karina, Victor, Mia, Connor and Carter. Her grandchildren called her “Bella, ” short for Abuela. She will be missed by many cousins, nieces and nephews, and four surviving sisters, Villa Suarez, Angelita Ros, Zoila Lopez, and Josefa Gottschalk.
There will be a visitation on Tuesday, December 23 from 2:00 - 2:30pm followed by a funeral service at 2:30pm at the William Clark Funeral Home at 1003 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Burial immediately following at Laurelwood Cemetery, 401 Bryant Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.
Instead of flowers, please send donations in honor of Rosa to her favorite charity, St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org.
Joseph A. Lovett
(September 14, 1924 - January 22, 2015)
U.S. Veteran
Joseph A. Lovett, 90, of East Stroudsburg, passed away Thursday, January 22, while under hospice care at home. He was the husband of Doris (Taylor) Lovett to whom he was marriage on October 26, 1946 and shared 68 years of marriage.
Born on September 14, 1924 in Tullytown, he was a son of the late James and Kathryn Lovett, and has been a Monroe County resident for many years. He served in the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant and worked at Patterson-Kelly and Baer Automotive.
Joe was a member of the VFW, American Legion and Fraternal Order of Eagles; and a former member of Stroud Township Fire Company. He enjoyed fishing and was an Eagles fan.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by; three sons, Barry Lovett (Sara) of Stroudsburg, Ken Lovett (Stephanie Creazzo) of Bethlehem and Mark Lovett (Renee) of Tannersville; seven grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and a sister, Elizabeth Slack of Bristol. There will be a viewing from 9:00 to 10:00AM on Tuesday, January 27, at the William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main Street, Stroudsburg; where the funeral service will begin at 10:00AM. Burial will follow at Northampton Memorial Shrine, in Easton.
