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Samantha and Alexandra Doroskewicz
Samantha and Alexandra Doroskewicz, twin daughters of Dave Doroskewicz and Michelle Chocallo, are celebrating their first birthdays today, Aug. 20. Samantha and Alexandra are the granddaughters of Bonnie Chocallo, Franklin Township, and the late Michael Chocallo, and Steve and Nancy Doroskewicz, Edwardsville.
Braden M. Zaremba
Braden Maxwell Zaremba, son of Michael and Megan Zaremba, Nanticoke, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 20. Braden is the grandson of Richard and Megan Tennesen, Sheatown, and Chester and Henrietta Zaremba, Nanticoke. He is the great-grandson of Dorothy Coopey, Pembroke Pines, Fla. Braden has a brother, Tyler, 8.
William J. Elias
William Joseph Elias, son of Bill and Heather Elias, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 19. Billy is the grandson of Malcolm and Patricia Barber and William (Woody) Elias, all of Wilkes-Barre, and the late LaVonne Elias. He has a sister, Danielle, 4.
Amanda L. Misson
Amanda Lee Misson, daughter of Veronica Misson, West Wyoming, and Brian Misson, Wyoming, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, Aug. 19. Amanda is the granddaughter of Jim and Betty Misson and Pat Bauter, all of Wyoming, and Gary and Janet Bauter, Corning, N.Y. She is the great-granddaughter of Wanda Bauter Lewis, Corning, N.Y. Amanda has a sister, Brianna, 6.
Adam J. and David D. Sadvary
Adam Joseph Sadvary and David Daniel Sadvary, twin sons of Duane and Amy Sadvary, Wilkes-Barre, are celebrating their 12th birthdays today, Aug. 19. Adam and David are the grandsons of Dan and Ruth Sadvary, Wilkes-Barre, Mary Jane McCluskey, Stroudsburg, and the late Joe McCluskey. They have a sister, Rachel, 15.
James A. Kelly
James Albert Kelly, son of Jim and Chris Kelly, Mountain Top, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 19. Jimmy is the grandson of Albert and Virginia Baran, Laflin, and the late Marie and Clarence Kelly Jr.
Andre L. Bell Jr.
Andre Louis Bell Jr., son of Nicole Barber and Andre Bell Sr., Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 19. Andre is the grandson of Sandra Barber, Hanover Townshi; Sunny Shotwell, Wilkes-Barre; Myrtle Bell, Philadelphia; and the late Louis Bell Sr. He is the great-grandson of Thomas and Gertrude Womack, Philadelphia; Harold and Elizabeth Shotwell, Pittston; Eleanor Barber, Luzerne and the late William Barber. Andre has two sisters, Aliya, 14, and Alyvia Eleanor, 2.
Allison G. Detwiler
Allison Geraldine Detwiler, daughter of Matthew and Sharon Detwiler, celebrated her 1 1th birthday Aug. 16. Allison is the granddaughter of Frank Andrukiewicz, Hudson, and the late Geraldine Andrukiewicz, and Barbara Detwiler, Souderton, and the late Marvin Detwiler. She has a brother, Adam, 7.
Madison E. Chacko
Madison Elizabeth Chacko, daughter of John and Dawn Chacko, Larksville, celebrated her third birthday Aug. 3. Madison is the granddaughter of Betty Chacko, Swoyersville, and the late John Chacko Sr., and John and Patricia McAndrew, Dallas. She is the great-granddaughter of Matilda Cioncznski, Plymouth.
Isabella M. Evans
Isabella Margaret Evans, daughter of Scott and Jennifer Evans, White Haven, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, Aug. 19. Isabella is the granddaughter of Paul and Jean Evans, Bristol. She is the great-granddaughter of Margaret Bissett, Dolgeville, N.Y. Isabella has a brother, Sebastian, 17 months.
David M. Kopecki
David Michael Kopecki, son of Dr. David and Barbara Kopecki, Chester Springs, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 19. David is the grandson of Jack and Madeline Flynn, Harveys Lake, and Michael and Claire Kopecki, Landsdale. He has a sister, Halle, 9,
Jillian Baltruchitis
Jillian Baltruchitis, daughter of Bob and Lori Baltruchitis, is celebrating her 13th birthday today, Aug. 19. Jillian is the granddaughter of Joyce Crawford, Kingston, and the late Donald Crawford, and the late Leonard and Eleanor Baltruchitis. She has a sister, Cameron, 9.
Camden L. Boris
Camden Lloyd Boris, son of Mark and Ronelle Boris, Mountain Top, is celebrating his eighth birthday today, Aug. 19. Camden is the grandson of Ron and Ellie Lloyd and Joe and Sandy Boris, all of Wilkes-Barre. He is the great-grandson of Stella Boris, Wilkes-Barre. Camden has a sister, Sheradyn, 6.
Skyler E. Pe�a
Skyler Elizabeth Pe�a, daughter of Keri Stempien, Nescopeck, is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 18. Skyler is the granddaughter of Steven and Marsha Stempien, Shickshinny. She is the great-granddaughter of Helen Stempien, Broadway, and the late Howard and Delores Parsons, Plymouth.
Emily B. Ward
Emily Bridgette Ward, daughter of Jack and Deb Ward, Lee section, Glen Lyon, is celebrating her ninth birthday today, Aug. 18. Emily is the granddaughter of John and Dolores Grabowski, Glen Lyon, and the late Jack and Patricia Ward. She has a sister, Katie.
Matthew Kelly
Matthew Kelly, son of Kelly Wendolowski, Mountain Top, and Kevin Kelly, Marian Heights, is celebrating his ninth birthday today, Aug. 18. Matthew is the grandson of Barbara Byorick, Nanticoke, and the late Frank Byorick, and Ann and Michael Kelly Sr., Pittston. He has three brothers, Robby, 16, Ryan, 1 1, and Luke, 7 weeks.
Aaron J. Barber
Aaron Joseph Barber, son of Stephen and Judy Barber, Kingston, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 18. Aaron is the grandson of Madeline Worlinsky, Swoyersville, and the late Lawrence Worlinsky, and the late William and Dorothy Barber. He has three brothers, Kyle, 16, Corey, 8, and Stephen, 6, and two sisters, Alysha, 13, and Saleah, 9 months.
Destiny L. Castrignano
Destiny Lynn Castrignano, daughter of Frank and Debra Castrignano, Hanover Green, is celebrating her ninth birthday today, Aug. 18. Destiny is the granddaughter of Catherine Koonrad, Ashley, and the late Andrew Koonrad, and Frank and Louise Castrignano, Kingston.
Tyler J. Dragon
Tyler Joseph Dragon, son of Paul and Denise Dragon, Trucksville, is celebrating his 10th birthday today, Aug. 18. Tyler is the grandson of Tillie Wendolowski, Glen Lyon, and the late Joseph Wendolowski, and Chester Dragon, Harveys Lake, and the late Carolyn Dragon. He has a sister, Alyssa Ann, 8, and a brother, Jacob Paul, 8.
Hanna M. Birk
Hanna Mae Birk, daughter of Frank and Jolon Birk, Mountain Top, is celebrating her ninth birthday today, Aug. 18. Hanna is the granddaughter of Carol Romanoskey, Larksville, and the late Rich Romanoskey, and Jim and Patty Marquis, Page, Ariz., and the late Robert and Edna Birk.
Noah D. Peznowski
Noah David Peznowski, son of Tracy and Jeffrey Peznowski of Mountain Top, is celebrating his seventh birthday today, Aug. 18. Noah David is the grandson of Marti and Jerry Peznowski, Mountain Top; Maggie Graham, Exeter; and William Graham, Ocala, Fla. Noah David has a sister, Isabella Elizabeth, 1 1 months.
Benjamin T. Pulliam
Benjamin Thomas Pulliam, son of Jay and Maureen Pulliam, Charlotte, N.C., is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 18. Benjamin is the grandson of J.C. and Janice Pulliam, Burlington, N.C., and Dan and Irene Wisnieski, Shavertown. He has a sister, Caroline Frances, 5.
Aquil Michener
Aquil Michener, son of Kirsten Michener, Corte Madera, Calif., and Mike Michener, Virginia, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 18. Aquil is the grandson of Dee Michener, Novato, Calif., and Dr. David Michener and Dorothy Berndt, Point Richmond, Calif. He is the great-grandson of Anna Bartuska, Nanticoke.
Cherish N. Lanham
Cherish N. Lanham, daughter of Jim and Alanna Lanham, Mountain Top, is celebrating her 16th birthday today, Aug. 17. Cherish is the granddaughter of Bonnie Lanham, Clarksville, Tenn.; William and Elaine Thomas, Disputanta, Va. She is the great-granddaughter of Phil and Minnie Clayborne; Thelma Thomas, Hopewell, Va. She has two brothers, Jordan-Chase, 12, and Chandler, 1 1.
Nicholas Brown
Nicholas Brown, son of Patrick and Cynthia Brown, Swoyersville, is celebrating his ninth birthday today, Aug. 17. Nicholas is the grandson of James Mulcahy, Ashley, and the late Georgianne Mulcahy; James and Vilma Brown, West Wyoming. He is the great-grandson of Helen Brown, Scranton. Nicholas has a brother, Michael, 5.
Dean M. Shaver
Dean Michael Shaver, son of Mark and Michele Shaver, Trucksville, is celebrating his seventh birthday today, Aug. 17. Dean is the grandson of Gloria Ciavarella, Wilkes-Barre, and the late Michael Ciavarella; Ann Shaver, Trucksville, and the late Paul Shaver. He has a brother, Josh, 17, and a sister, Danielle, 15.
Kaileigh M. Castrignano
Kaileigh Marie Castrignano, daughter of Janet Castrignano, Hanover Township, is celebrating her second birthday today, Aug. 17. Kaileigh is the granddaughter of Joseph and Elena Castrignano, Hanover Township. She is the great-granddaughter of the late John and Mary Castrignano.
Christopher and Harrison Bonanny
Christopher Bonanny, son of Kirk and Heather Bonanny, Jenkins Township, is celebrating his 10th birthday today, Aug. 17. His brother, Harrison Bonanny, celebrated his seventh birthday July 20. Christopher and Harrison are the grandsons of Harry and Maryann O’Dell, West Pittston; Harry and Patricia Bonanny, Exeter.
Stephen P. Yuhas
Stephen Paul Yuhas, son of Bill and Josie Yuhas, Hughestown, celebrated his 1 1th birthday Aug. 15. Stephen is the grandson of Stephen and Mary Jule Yuhas, Swoyersville, and the late Dominick and Agnes Sarti. He has two brothers, Billy, 25, and Nicholas, 8, and a sister, Angela, 23.
Kyle and Ryan Phillips
Kyle and Ryan Phillips, twin sons of Peter and Lisa Phillips, Abington, celebrated their seventh birthdays July 31. Kyle and Ryan are the grandsons of Thomas and Elizabeth Zdancewicz, Swoyersville; Ted and Linda Downs, Lancaster; Fred Phillips, Leola.
Emily E. Umlah
Emily Elizabeth Umlah, daughter of Jerry and Andrea Umlah, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, Aug. 16. Emily is the granddaughter of Andrew and Dorothy Jamula, Hanover Township, and the late Joseph and Elizabeth Umlah. She has a sister, Natalie, 2.
Tyler J. Kelly
Tyler James Kelly, son of James and Danielle Kelly, Parsons, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 16. Tyler is the grandson of John Kelly and Frank and Angie Miscavage, all of Parsons, and the late Rita Kelly. He has a sister, Julianna, 4.
Claudio Sobejano
Claudio Sobejano, son of Drs. Antonio Sobejano and Paola Bianco, Laflin, celebrated his seventh birthday Aug. 13. Claudio is the grandson of Rosa Bianco, Roanoke, Va. He has a sister, Isabella, 8.
Joseph R. Holland
Joseph Robert Holland, son of Joseph Holland Jr. and Christine Sult-Holland, Pittston, celebrated his seventh birthday Aug. 13. Joseph is the grandson of Christine Norcross, West Wyoming, and the late Robert Norcross and Joseph Holland Sr., Scranton, and the late Geraldine Hackling-Holland. He is the great-grandson of the late Elizabeth Calleri.
Anthony C. Tomasso
Anthony C. Tomasso, son of Cassandra Brew, Wilkes-Barre, and the late John Tomasso, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 16. Anthony is the grandson of Sharon Brew, Wilkes-Barre, and the late Sheldon Pulver. He has a brother, Justin, 15, and a sister, Shannon, 13.
Ryan N. Genners
Ryan Nicholas Genners, son of Jack and Terry Genners, Elysburg, celebrated his first birthday Aug. 15. Ryan is the grandson of Dan and Emma Mulhern, Parsons, and Jack and Sharon Genners, Omaha, Neb. He is the great-grandson of Thomas Mulhern and the late Betty Mulhern and the late Jim and Natalie Carr. Ryan has a sister, Emma, 3.
Isabella L. Serkosky
Isabella Lauren Serkosky, daughter of Paul and Jennifer Serkosky, Exeter, is celebrating her second birthday today, Aug. 16. Isabella is the granddaughter of John Miller, Swoyersville; John and Karen Fedor, Lehman; Dave and Mary Ann Klem, Throop; and the late Joseph Serkosky. She is the great-granddaughter of Robert and Geraldine Janov, Swoyersville, and Mary Sienkiewicz, Olyphant. Isabella has two sisters, Mia Grace, 6, and Alivia Marie, 4.
Caitlyn E. and Paige E. Suda
Caitlyn Elise and Paige Emily Suda, twin daughters of Curt and Linda Suda, Edwardsville, are celebrating their third birthdays today, Aug. 15. Caitlyn and Paige are the granddaughters of Wesley and Linda Krout, Edwardsville; Mary Ann Suda, Pringle, and the late John Suda. They have a sister, Rachel, 4.
Ariana Morgan
Ariana Morgan, daughter of David Morgan and Jennifer Fino, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 15. Ariana is the granddaughter of Charles and Margaret Morgan and Joseph Fino, all of Wilkes-Barre. She is the great-granddaughter of Francis Fino, Wilkes-Barre, and the late Joseph Fino Sr.
Brandon Lantz
Brandon Lantz, son of Randy and Karen Lantz, Kingston, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, Aug. 15. Brandon is the grandson of Ann Marie Gorgas, Kingston, and the late John Gorgas; Scott and Helen Lantz, Buckhannon, W.Va. He has a brother, Jonathan, 4.
Ryan S. Vallach
Ryan Scott Vallach, son of Scott and Jennifer Vallach, Plains Township, is celebrating his second birthday today, Aug. 15. Ryan is the grandson of John and Karen Gadomski, Wyoming; Susan Vallach-Trossello, North White Plains, N.Y.; Karen Vallach, Ossining, N.Y.; and the late Gregory Vallach. He is the great-grandson of John and Rose Gadomski, Wyoming; Robert Solomon, Wilkes-Barre and the late Joanne Solomon; Louis and Jeanne Vallach, Bronxville, N.Y.
Katelyn R. George
Katelyn Rose George, daughter of Eddie and Marlene George, Wilkes-Barre Township, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, Aug. 15. Katelyn is the granddaughter of Edward and Linda George, Laurel Run; Mary Yaple, Wilkes-Barre Township; Paul Yaple, Mountain Top. She is the great-granddaughter of Nancy Bender, Laurel Run. Katelyn has a brother, Kyle, 12.
Kayla M. Dougherty
Kayla Marie Dougherty, daughter of Pamela Dougherty, Ashley, and Michael Dougherty, White Haven, is celebrating her 16th birthday today, Aug. 15. Kayla is the granddaughter of Robert and Patricia Frodsham, Ashley, and the late Bernard Dougherty. She is the great-granddaughter of Florence Brice, Ashley, and Rose Meade, Mountain Top. Kayla has two sisters, Suzanne, 21, and Michalene, 12.
Nicholas Gibbon
Nicholas Gibbon, son of Rodney and Mary Ann Gibbon, Plains Township, is celebrating his third birthday today, Aug. 15. Nicholas is the grandson of Levi and Frances Gibbon, Wilkes-Barre, and John and Ann Siudock, Plains Township. He has a brother, Jacob, 6.
Nino G. Cinti
Nino Guido Cinti, son of Christine Maurer and Nino Cinti, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, Aug. 14. Nino is the grandson of Brenda Maurer, Wilkes-Barre, and the late Mark Maurer; Ciro and Gloria Cinti, Plains Township. He is the great-grandson of the late Lorraine and Joseph Polomchak. Nino has a sister, Sandrina, 9.
Natalie A. G. Vincelli
Natalie A. G. Vincelli, daughter of Gary and Christine Vincelli, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating her second birthday today, Aug. 14. Natalie is the granddaughter of Cecelia Vincelli, Dallas, and the late Gary Vincelli; Frank and Charlene Panuccio, Shavertown. She is the great-granddaughter of Beatrice Romanowski, Fairview, N.C. Natalie has a brother, Nicholas, 3.
Nolan J. Hedglin
Nolan James Hedglin, son of Jim and Melanie Hedglin, Dallas, is celebrating his third birthday today, Aug. 14. Nolan is the grandson of Richard and Kay Love, Dallas, and the late James and Ann Hedglin. He is the great-grandson of Percy and Evelyn Love, Pittston, and Audrey Rogers, Vernon. Nolan has a sister, Madison, 15 months, and two brothers, Jimi, 24, and Joseph, 20.
Kaylee M. T. Simmons
Kaylee Marie Ting Simmons, daughter of Brian and Tracey Simmons, is celebrating her seventh birthday today, Aug. 14. Kaylee is the granddaughter of Viola LaMarca, Nanticoke, and the late Ronald LaMarca Sr.; Marion Simmons, Nanticoke, and the late Stewart Simmons. She has a sister, Rebecca, 3.
Madelyn I. Burdett
Madelyn Ivy Burdett, daughter of Matthew and Melissa Benfante-Burdett, Pittston, is celebrating her first birthday today, Aug. 14. Madelyn is the granddaughter of Sandy and Carol Benfante, Harding; Bob and Marlene Chamberlain, Pittston.
Katherine Williams
Katherine Williams, daughter of Brad Williams and Wendy Novicenskie, Hillsborough, N.C., celebrated her third birthday Aug. 12. Katherine is the granddaughter of John and Deborah Williams, Stem, N.C., and Robert and Marcia Novicenskie, Laflin. She is the great-granddaughter of Anna Mihalik, Mount Carmel. Katherine has a brother, Connor, 5.
Ryan M. Stevens
Ryan Mark Stevens, son of Mark and Melissa Stevens, Kingston, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 14. Ryan is the grandson of Nancy Mazzillo, Kingston, and Richard and Joanne Stevens, Wilkes-Barre. He is the great-grandson of John and Nancy Borsavage, Plymouth, and Viola Stevens, Mountain Top. Ryan has a sister, Rylie, 3.
Taylor P. Grochowski
Taylor Patricia Grochowski, daughter of Stacy Grochowski, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, Aug. 13. Taylor is the granddaughter of Joseph and Joan Grochowski, Wilkes-Barre.
Kevin Welles
Kevin Welles, son of Kevin and Nancy Welles, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 13. Kevin is the grandson of Richard and Ann Yarashas, Kingston; Joan Welles and Michael and Barbara Welles, all of Wilkes-Barre. He has three sisters, Emily, 1 1; Megan, 10; and Tess, 1.
Benecio T. Carpentier
Benecio Thomas Carpentier, son of Diane Zabriski and Mark Carpentier, Wyoming, is celebrating his second birthday today, Aug. 13. Benecio is the grandson of Thomas and Michele Zabriski, Plains Township, and Alfred and Joanne Carpentier, Parsippany, N.J. He is the great-grandson of the late Benjamin and Martha Zabriski, the late John and Pauline Shea, Theresa Carpentier and Anthony and Josephine DeSantis, all of Scranton, and the late Alfred Carpentier.
Kayla Landi
Kayla Landi, daughter of Mark and Kelly Landi, Hanover Township, is celebrating her second birthday today, Aug. 13. Kayla is the granddaughter of Ann Landi, Plymouth; Anthony Landi Jr., Plains Township; and Harry and Michelle O’Neil, Pittston. She is the great-granddaughter of George and Henrietta Chervy, Plymouth; Anthony Landi Sr., Plains Township; and Barbara Leach, Cocoa Beach, Fla.
Jesulayomi D. Adeojo
Jesulayomi Deborah Adeojo, daughter of the Rev. Nurudeen and Sade Adeojo, Kingston, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, Aug. 13. Jesulayomi is the granddaughter of Surakatu Akanbi and Limota Adeojo, Nigeria, West Africa. She has a brother, Jesutomiwo, 4.
Ava M. Solomon
Ava Marie Solomon, daughter of Rick and Jenny Solomon, Luzerne, is celebrating her first birthday today, Aug. 13. Ava is the granddaughter of Helen Solomon, Forty Fort, and Ralph and Alice Lepore, Exeter. She is the great-granddaughter of Ralph and Regina Lepore, Exeter. Ava has a sister, Emma, 4.
Ireland and Braylee Walsh
Ireland and Braylee Walsh, twin daughters of Christopher and Ginger Walsh, are celebrating their third birthdays today, Aug. 13. Ireland and Braylee are the granddaughters of Jack and Pamela Walsh, Lake Silkworth; Sally Toney, Wilkes-Barre; and the late Robert Eslick.
Thomas J. Pisano
Thomas J. Pisano, son of Danielle Pisano, Kingston, and Rodolfo Vargas, Puerto Rico, celebrated his 10th birthday Aug. 1 1. Thomas is the grandson of Sandra Pisano, Kingston, and Robert Pisano, Ashville, N.C., and Angel and Iris Vargas, Puerto Rico. He has a sister, Cienna.
Olivia T. Vest
Olivia Trinity Vest, daughter of Bryan and Brandy Vest, Plymouth, is celebrating her first birthday today, Aug. 12. Olivia is the granddaughter of Edward and Christine Ktytor, Plymouth, and Edward and Patricia Watkins, Courtdale. She has four brothers, Danny, 15, Jacob, 12, Jimmy, 1 1, and Luke, 4.
Sierra A. DiBiase
Sierra Alexis DiBiase, daughter of Lindsay Cooper, Kingston, is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 12. Sierra is the granddaughter of Nancy and Charles Cooper Jr., Kingston. She is the great-granddaughter of Margaret Geist, Kingston.
Brendan W. Graham
Brendan William Graham, son of Scott and Amy Graham, West Pittston, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 12. Brendan is the grandson of Ronald and Carol Graham, Mountain Top, and William and Rosanne Hartwigsen, Bear Creek. He is the great-grandson of Stella Reno, Wilkes-Barre.
Katherine Williams
Katherine Williams, daughter of Brad Williams and Wendy Novicenskie, Hillsborough, N.C., is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 12. Katherine is the granddaughter of John and Deborah Williams, Stem, N.C.; Robert and Marcia Novicenskie, Laflin. She is the great-granddaughter of Anna Mihalik, Mount Carmel. Katherine has a brother, Connor, 5.
Brady M. Grevera
Brady Michael Grevera, son of Ronald and Amy Grevera, Mountain Top, celebrated his first birthday July 26. Brady is the grandson of Ronald and Sheryl Grevera, Edwardsville, and Donald and Susan White, Kingston. He has two brothers, Ronnie, 8, and Evan, 6.
Jarred A. Parry
Jarred A. Parry, son of Brian and Lynnette Parry, Plains Township, is celebrating his 1 1th birthday today, Aug. 12. Jarred is the grandson of Skip and Susan Parry, Laflin, and Barb Reisser, Edwardsville. He has a brother, Justin, and a sister, Alyssa.
Olivia S. Banks
Olivia Symone Banks, daughter of Stephanie James and Uquinn Banks, Plymouth, is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 12. Olivia is the granddaughter of Peter and Frieda Omezi, Elmont, N.Y., and Estella Banks and Jesse Wright, both of New York City, and Joseph Neals, Florida.
Danielle M. Konnick
Danielle Marie Konnick, daughter of Michael and Gina Konnick, Shavertown, is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 12. Danielle is the granddaughter of Patricia Stella, Wilkes-Barre, Harold Stella, Florida, and Jean Konnick, Plains Township. She is the great-granddaughter of Baldina Stella, Pittston. Danielle has a sister, Juliana Michele, 3 weeks.
Gregory T. Solomon Jr.
Gregory Theron Solomon Jr., son of Kimberly Klein, Swoyersville, and Greg Solomon, Plymouth, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 1 1. Gregory is the grandson of the late Elizabeth Klein; John and Mary Solomon, Wilkes-Barre. He has two sisters, Madison, 7, and Christina, 12, and a brother, Ethan, 1 month.
Noah and Ryan Cooper
Noah Cooper, son of Matt and Kathy Cooper, Shavertown, celebrated his seventh birthday July 15. His brother, Ryan Cooper, celebrated his fourth birthday Aug. 10. Noah and Ryan are the grandsons of John Kimmich, Lititz; Matt Cooper and Dolores Cooper, both of Plains Township; the late Alice Kimmich. They are the great-grandsons of Elizabeth Kachmar, Dallas.
McKenna K. Nay
McKenna Kelly Nay, daughter of Harley and Rogelyn Nay, Luzerne, is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 1 1. McKenna is the granddaughter of the late Patricia Demko and Harley Nay Sr. She is the great-granddaughter of the late Policarpio and Magdalena Laton. She has a sister, Samantha, 7.
Randall N. Percival
Randall Nicholas Percival, son of Randy and Rachel Percival, Tunkhannock, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 1 1. Randall is the grandson of Allen and Catherine Huggler, Tunkhannock; Nicholas and Carole Percival, Clarks Summit; Joseph Smith, Scranton. He is the great-grandson of the late David Valentine Herne Jr.; Catherine Herne; Wilbur Trager and Marie Trager. Randall has a sister, Gabrielle, 9.
Haley G. Gorr
Haley Gianna Gorr, daughter of Cindy Millan, Nanticoke, and Alan J. Gorr, Shavertown, is celebrating her second birthday today, Aug. 1 1. Haley is the granddaughter of Frank and Yvonne Haydock, Nanticoke; Vera Gorr, Monticello, N.Y., and the late Phillip Gorr. She has two brothers, Tony Millan, 20, and Damon Millan, 18, Nanticoke, and a sister, Leah Gorr, 9, Trucksville.
A.J. Tomasetti
Anthony Joseph (A.J.) Tomasetti, son of Louis and Edith Tomasetti of Atlanta, Georgia, is celebrating his fourth birthday on Sunday, August 10.
Ciaran Bilbow
Ciaran Patrick Bilbow celebrated his third birthday on August 9. Ciaran is the son of Patrick and Kimberly Bilbow of Avoca.
Raissa Shandra
Raissa Janelle Shandra, daughter of Kenneth and Betty Shandra of Pittston Township, celebrated her 11th birthday on August 4.
Brendan Graham
Brendan William Graham, son of Scott and Amy Graham of West Pittston, will celebrate his fourth birthday on Tuesday, August 12.
Karina Hoover
Karina Lyn Hoover, daughter of Joanne Hoover, Pittston, will celebrate her 13th birthday on August 12.
Natalee Banashefski
Natalee Lynn Banashefski, daughter of Chuck Banashefski and Shannon Steinson of Wyoming, is celebrating her first birthday today.
Dylan Petrucci
Dylan Philip Petrucci, son of Bill and Marcy Petrucci, West Wyoming, celebrated his fourth birthday on August 7.
Matthew Foytack
Matthew Francis Foytack, son of Mark and Nicole Foytack of Duryea, celebrated his seventh birthday on Thursday August 7.
Avery Antal
Avery Antal celebrated her second birthday on August 9. She is the daughter of Chris and Corey Antal, Suscon.
Rocco Pizano
Rocco Joseph Pizano, son of Joe and Rhonda Pizano of Exeter, turned five on Thursday, August 7.
Caleb Graham
Caleb Graham celebrated his seventh birthday on August 9. He is the son of Brian and Maribeth Graham, Exeter.
Megan Hopkins
Megan Ann Hopkins, daughter of Michael and Michelle Hopkins, Pittston, celebrated her sixth birthday on August 2, 2008.
Kaeden X. Sanchez
Kaeden Xavier Sanchez, son of Nicole Miscavage and Michael Sanchez, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 10. Kaeden is the grandson of Steve and Donna Miscavage and Danny and Mercedes Sanchez, all of Wilkes-Barre. He is the great-grandson of Bill and Jean Young, Shickshinny; Amy Miscavage, Thornhurst; the late Stanley Miscavage; Miguel and Nerieda Rodriguez, Georgia; Danny and Virginia Sanchez, New York.
Charlie Brewer
Charlie Brewer, son of Diane Brewer and Frank Brewer, both of Kingston, is celebrating his third birthday today, Aug. 10. Charlie is the grandson of Theresa Menhennett, Harding, and the late Charles Menhennett; Louise Brewer and Frank Brewer, both of Wilkes-Barre. He has two brothers, Frankie and Matthew, and a sister, Shannon.
Anthony J. Tomasetti
Anthony Joseph (A.J.) Tomasetti, son of Louis and Edith Tomasetti, Atlanta, Ga., is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 10. A.J. is the grandson of Mary Jane Tomasetti, Inkerman, and the late Joseph Tomasetti; Ed and Sandy Yeargan, Rome, Ga. He is the great-grandson of Margaret Tomasetti, Pittston, and the late Nazareth Tomasetti; the late Clement and Mary Bowman; Edith Swint, Rome, Ga., and the late Edgar Swint; the late Edmund and Marjorie Yeargan. A.J. has a sister, Rebecca, 15 months.
Cassandra L. Gobish
Cassandra Lynn Gobish, daughter of Melissa Hughes and Andrew Gobish, Kingston, is celebrating her first birthday today, Aug. 10. Cassandra is the granddaughter of David and Joy Hughes, Shavertown; Theresa Coyle, London Derry, Northern Ireland.
Nathan D. Higgins Jr.
Nathan Daniel Higgins Jr., son of Nathan (Bud) and Cindy Higgins, Larksville, is celebrating his second birthday today, Aug. 10. Nathan is the grandson of Dianna Gardjulis, Wanamie. He is the great-grandson of Ruth Sedorchuk, Wanamie and Hilda Wagner, Harveys Lake. Nathan has two sisters, Nikki, 13, and Dianna, 7.
James E. Burnside Jr.
James Edward Burnside Jr., son of Florence and James Burnside Sr., Meshoppen, is celebrating his 13th birthday today, Aug. 10. James is the grandson of Evelyn Burnside, Pittston; Jeannette Warfle, Benton; the late Edward Burnside; James Warfle, Laceyville. He is the great-grandson of Irene Deats, Laceyville, and the late Dorthey Crane. James has two sisters, Violet, 10, and Vada, 3.
Aiden J. Fennell
Aiden James Fennell, son of Brian and Michelle Fennell, Shavertown, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 10. Aiden is the grandson of James and Janet Rittinger, Forty Fort; Patricia Fennell, Kingston and the late James Fennell. He has two sisters, Haley, 7, and Faith, 1.
Savannah L. Montigney
Savannah Lee Montigney, daughter of Justine Warren and Robert Montigney, both of Kingston, is celebrating her first birthday today, Aug. 10. Savannah is the granddaughter of Gina Bartosh and Thomas Bartosh and Joann Montigney, all of Wilkes-Barre, and the late Robert Montigney. She is the great-granddaughter of Sharyn Thomas, Plymouth, and John Monroe, Wilkes-Barre. Savannah is the great-great-granddaughter of Victoria Polisky and Anna Warren, both of Kingston.
Kara M. Noss
Kara Madison Noss, daughter of Leora and Barry Noss Jr., Shickshinny, is celebrating her second birthday today, Aug. 10. Kara is the granddaughter of Steven and Marian Boyer and Diane and Barry Noss Sr., all of Shickshinny. She is the great-granddaughter of Dan and Anne Voitek, West Wyoming; the late John and Violet Boyer; the late Charles and Rosie Noss. Kara has a brother, Daniel, 5.
Elena K. and Corinne E. Filograna
Elena Katherine and Corinne Elizabeth Filograna, twin daughters of Frank and Dr. Kathy Mengeringhausen Filograna, Collegeville, are celebrating their eighth birthdays today, Aug. 10. Elena and Corinne are the granddaughters of Bernie and Susan Mengeringhausen, Wilkes-Barre; Mario and Amelia Filograna, Feasterville. They have a brother, Jack Aidan, 3.
Tiahma R. Rasmus-Bieble
Tiahma Riley Rasmus-Bieble, daughter of D’andra Rasmus and John Bieble Jr., Nanticoke, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, Aug. 10. Tiahma is the granddaughter of Becky Rasmus, Nanticoke; Michelle and John Bieble Sr., Plymouth. She is the great-granddaughter of Alan and Rita Rasmus, Nanticoke. Tiahma is the great-great-granddaughter of Dorothy Rasmus, Nanticoke and the late Joseph Rasmus. She has a sister, Juliauna, 2 months.
Kahlan E. Dold
Kahlan Elizabeth Dold, daughter of Tiffany Jennings, Wilkes-Barre, and William R. Dold, Tunkhannock, is celebrating her eighth birthday today, Aug. 10. Kahlan is the granddaughter of Julie Jennings, Wilkes-Barre, and the late Louis I. Jennings Sr.; William G. Dold, Easton. She is the great-granddaughter of Leo and Frances Gannon, Parsons. Kahlan has a sister, Rylee, 2 months.
Peter C. Rule
Peter Crisstofer Rule, son of Richard and Holly Rule, Nanticoke, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 9. Peter has two brothers, Joshua, 1 1, and Leonard, 6.
Bryson J. Wardle
Bryson James Wardle, son of Thomas and Stacy Wardle, Plains Township, is celebrating his 10th birthday today, Aug. 9. Bryson is the grandson of James and Maryetta Brown, Plains Township; Jacqueline Wardle, Wilkes-Barre; Thomas Wardle, Kintnersville. He is the great-grandson of Julia Wardle, Parsons, Wilkes-Barre. Bryson has two sisters, Kayleigh, 12, and Kerrianne, 6, and a brother, Garrett, 6.
Abigail M. Sankus
Abigail Maria Sankus, daughter of Edward and Sharon Sankus, Duryea, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, Aug. 9. Abigail is the granddaughter of Stanley and Rita Benczkowski, Hudson; the late Edward and Victoria Sankus. She has a brother, Edward.
Declan P. Munley
Declan Patrick Munley, son of Patrick and Marijo Munley of Mountain Top, celebrated his third birthday Aug. 2. He is the grandson of Ed and Peggy Krupa, Mountain Top; Thomas and Sheila Munley, Carbondale. Declan has a brother, Matt, 16, and a sister, Kaylin, 5.
Madalynn and Mackenzi Gregory
Madalynn Gregory, daughter of Tanya Gregory, Mountain Top, celebrated her fifth birthday July 22. Her sister, Mackenzi Gregory, celebrated her 1 1th birthday May 20. Madalynn and Mackenzi are the granddaughters of Tom and Barbara Gregory, Mountain Top. Madalynn is also the granddaughter of Dianne George, White Haven.
Kevin E. Gring Jr.
Kevin E. Gring Jr., son of Kevin and Tara Gring, West Pittston, is celebrating his second birthday today, Aug. 8. Kevin is the grandson of Jack and Milly Jones, Shavertown; Patricia Gring Shillington and the late Earnest Gring. He is the great grandson of Jack D. Jones, Wilkes-Barre.
Jada S. Rivera
Jada Snow Rivera, daughter of Janene Micheletti and David Rivera, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, Aug. 8. Jada is the granddaughter of Paul and Joan Micheletti, Plains Township; Ernesto and Terri Rivera, New York. She is the great-granddaughter of John Parada, Plains Township; the late Mary Parada; the late Raymond and Irma Micheletti. Jada has a sister, Leia Skye.
Jimmy and Benjamin Bailey
Jimmy Bailey, son of Christopher and Laura Bailey, Eagle Rock, Hazleton, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 8. His brother, Benjamin Bailey, will celebrate his second birthday Aug. 17. Jimmy and Benjamin are the grandsons of Judy Bailey, Valley Forge; Jim and Loraine Stook, Nuangola. They are the great-grandsons of Leo and Adele Bensavage, Hanover Township.
Jacob T. Mercadante
Jacob Thomas Mercadante, son of Tom and Annette Mercadante, Sugar Notch, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 8. Jacob is the grandson of Margaret Griffith and Janet and James Griffith Jr., all of Wanamie, Newport Township; the late Joseph and Mary Ellen Mercadante. He is the great-grandson of Blanche Beggs, Sheatown; James Griffith Sr., Wanamie, Newport Township; the late James Beggs Sr.; the late Janet Griffith. Jacob is the great-great-grandson of the late Esther Griffith. He has a brother, Tommy, 8.
Mitchell S. Nowroski
Mitchell Stephen Nowroski, son of Stephen and Jamie Nowroski, Swoyersville, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 8. Mitchell is the grandson of Philip and Bonny Miller, Dallas; Thomas and Mary Francis Nowroski, Atlas. He is the great-grandson of Janet Miller, Dallas; the late Granville Miller; the late Joseph and Agnes Nowroski.
Sheradyn E. Boris
Sheradyn Elyse Boris, daughter of Mark and Ronelle Boris, Mountain Top, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, Aug. 8. Sheradyn is the granddaughter of Ron and Ellie Lloyd and Joe and Sandy Boris, all of Wilkes-Barre. She is the great-granddaughter of Stella Boris, Wilkes-Barre. Sheradyn has a brother, Camden, 7.
Cole M. T. Jackson
Cole Michael Thomas Jackson, son of Michael and Lisa Galloway Jackson of Horsham, Pa., is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 7. Cole is the grandson of Judie and Michael Martin, Wilkes-Barre; Thomas Galloway, East Point, Ga.; the late Tom and Louise Jackson. Cole has two sisters, Karla and Keyonia.
Alexis N. Sargent
Alexis Noreen Sargent, daughter of Cayle and Elizabeth Sargent, West Hardford, Conn., is celebrating her seventh birthday today, Aug. 7. Alexis is the granddaughter of Noreen Draht, Hanover Township; Albert Draht, Wilkes-Barre; Pearl and Gordan Sargent, Otis, Mass. She has a brother, Jude, 5.
Benjamin J. Dowling
Benjamin Jeffrey Dowling, son of Jeff and Lisa Dowling of Shavertown, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 7. He is the grandson of Michael and Lillian Lelakowski; Ameila Dowling, all of Hanover Township. He is the great-grandson of Amelia Dowling, Hanover Township. Benjamin has a sister, Olivia, 3.
Rocco J. Pizano
Rocco Joseph Pizano, son of Joe and Rhonda Pizano, Exeter, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 7. Rocco is the grandson of Gary and Patty Bruno, Industry; Frank and Marian Pizano, Exeter. He has a sister, Bianca, 3.
Alexandra M. Strickland
Alexandra Mary Strickland, daughter of Jim and Nancy Strickland, Plymouth Township, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, Aug. 7. Alexandra is the granddaughter of Henry and Henrietta Kellar; Dolores Strickland, Plymouth Township. She has a sister, Kyrsten, 15, and a brother, Jimmy, 12.
Rylan T. Adamski
Rylan Taylor Adamski, son of Bill and Bonnie Adamski of Saylorsburg, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 5. He is the grandson of Bill and Dottie Adamski, Shavertown; Bob and Janet Bannon, Hellerstown. Rylan is the great-grandson of Dorothy Janosky, Shavertown. He has two brothers, Jacob and Joshua, 9.
Anthony G. Grandinetti
Anthony Giovanni Grandinetti, son of Gary and Mary Ann Grandinetti of Dallas, is celebrating his ninth birthday today, Aug. 5. He is the grandson of Jennie Gillott, Carbondale; Jim and Josephine Grandinetti, Archbald.
Connor V. Manganiello
Connor Vincent Manganiello, son of Jonathan and Denise Manganiello of Duryea, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, Aug. 5. Connor is the grandson of Richard and Francine Worosilla, Pittston Township; Christine Manganiello and Danny Margle, West Pittston. He is the great-grandson of Rose Worosilla, West Pittston; Helen Manganiello, West Pittston.
Joshua J. Wychock
Joshua Joseph Wychock, son of Joseph and Dawn Wychock of Bear Creek, is celebrating his eighth birthday today, Aug. 5. Joshua is the grandson of Leo and Joann Thompson, Bear Creek; Stanley Wychock, Wilkes-Barre; Martha Wychock, Levittown. He is the great-grandson of Ann Libertoski, Bear Creek. He has a sister, Olivia, 6, and a brother, Jordan, 2.
Nevaeh Meininger
Nevaeh Meininger, daughter of Jennifer Meininger of Swoyersville, is celebrating her second birthday today, Aug. 4. She is the granddaughter of Rosemary Meininger, Larksville; the late James Meininger Sr. Nevaeh is the great-granddaughter of the late Rosemary Oakes.
Natalie and Lucas Geiger
Natalie Geiger is celebrating her fourth birthday today, Aug. 4. Her brother, Lucas, celebrated his sixth birthday July 6. They are the children of Bill and Stacey Geiger, Forty Fort. Natalie and Lucas are the grandchildren of Joseph and Dolores Gobbler, Dallas; Anthony Bauer, Wilkes-Barre; the late Barbara Bauer. They have a sister, Maggie, 5 months.
Amanda M. Schneider
Amanda Marie Schneider, daughter of Alex and Amy Schneider of Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating her second birthday today, Aug. 4. Amanda is the granddaughter of Suzanne Kruczek, Nanticoke; Dennis and Bobbi Titus, Shickshinny; Carl and Phyliss Schneider, Wilkes-Barre. She is the great-granddaughter of Mary Strickland, Hunlock Creek; the late Glenwood Strickland; Frank and Kate Titus, Shickshinny; the late Belva Titus; the late Philip and Elsie Clarke; Carl and Theanora Schneider of Plains Township.
Meghan R. Starosta
Meghan Rose Starosta, daughter of John and Sherri Starosta, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, Aug. 4. Meghan is the granddaughter of MaryAnn Blazick, Plymouth; the late Ted Blazick; George and Marianne Starosta, Plymouth. She has a sister, Kristi, 9, and a brother, Jacob, 7.
Susan J. Kohut
Susan Jean Kohut, daughter of Melinda Sue Mack of Wilkes-Barre and Jared Kohut of Kane, Pa., is celebrating her first birthday today, Aug. 4. Susan is the granddaughter of Susan Marie Hughes, Wilkes-Barre; Jean Leonard Eastman, Kane, Pa. She has a brother, Isaiah, 3.
Cael T. Krushnowski
Cael Thomas Krushnowski, son of Kim and Steve Krushnowski of Old Forge, is celebrating his second birthday today, Aug. 4. Cael is the grandson of Gerald and Patricia Keyes; Stephen and Roberta Krushnowski, all of Plains Township. He is the great-grandson of Catherine Rampola, Wilkes-Barre. Cael has two brothers, Casey, 5, and Camren, 7 months.
Raissa Shandra
Raissa Shandra, daughter of Kenneth and Betty Shandra of Pittston Township, is celebrating her 1 1th birthday today, Aug. 4. Raissa is the granddaughter of Raymond and Debbie Bowen, Exeter; Rita Shandra, Pittston Township. She is the great-granddaughter of Betty Green, Harding; the late Harry Green; Francie Bowen, Exeter; the late Edwin Bowen. Raissa has a sister, Gianna, 21 months, and a brother, Kayden, 1 1 months.
Eric M. Stanski
Eric Michael Stanski, son of Stanley and Angela Stanski, Forks Township, is celebrating his third birthday today, Aug. 4. Eric is the grandson of Charles and Sharon Stanski, Plains Township; Gregory Zawatski, Ashley; the late Mary Zawatski. He is the great-grandson of Ann Rowny, Plains Township; Gregory and Dolores Zawatski, Sugar Notch. Eric has a sister, Megan, 4 months.
Caleb T. Hudak
Caleb Thomas Hudak, son of Jill Hudak of Hanover Township, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 3. Caleb is the grandson of Don Hudak and Joan Brozena, Larksville; Dolly Hudak and Herb Lawson, Luzerne. He is the great-grandson of Thomas and Joan Hudak, Forty Fort.
Nathan G. Roppelt
Nathan Garrett Roppelt, son of Robert and Kristen Roppelt of Shavertown, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, Aug. 3. Nathan is the grandson of Arthur and Patricia Kerpovich, Shavertown; Anna Kwiatkowski, Salisbury, Md.; the late Joseph Roppelt.
Logan M. Slacktish
Logan Matthew Slacktish, son of Matthew and Adriene Slacktish of Drums, is celebrating his second birthday today, Aug. 3. Logan is the grandson of Michael and Mary Slacktish, Dallas. He is the great-grandson of Laura Novajosky, Harveys Lake; Sally Devoe, Jermyn; Evelyn Petroski and Gerald Gingrich, Dillsburg.
Valentino Timonte II
Valentino Timonte II, son of Debbie and Valentino Timonte Jr., is celebrating his eighth birthday today, Aug. 3. Valentino is the grandson of Rita and Valentino Timonte Sr., Pittston Township; Algreta Marino, Hughestown; the late Virginia and Nicholas Marino Sr. He is the great-grandson of Anthony Timonte, Pittston Township; the late Mary Timonte; Josephine Menichini, Pittston Township; the late Arthur Menichini Sr.; the late Eugene and Florence McHale; the late Corradino and Philomena Marino. Valentino has a brother, Shane, and three sisters, Pamela, Kristy and Antonia.
Austin G. Tomczak
Austin Gunnar Tomczak, son of Dan and Tara Tomczak, Thornhurst, is celebrating his third birthday today, Aug. 3. Austin is the grandson of Gene and Pauline Tomczak, Ashley; Mark and Sue Fronczkewicz, Luzerne. He is the great-grandson of Bernie and Mary Fronczkewicz, Luzerne; Shirley Ritsick, Edwardsville; the late Joseph Ritsick. Austin has a brother, Hunter, 6.
Gabrielle A. Krasnahill-Phillips
Gabrielle Alyssa Krasnahill-Phillips, daughter of Robert Paul Phillips and Cynthia Ann Krasnahill-Phillips of Montoursville, Pa., is celebrating her 13th birthday today, Aug. 3. She is the granddaughter of Gordon and Dorothy Phillips, Cogan Station, Pa.; Theodore and Joan Krasnahill, Hanover Township. Gabrielle has an older sister, Rebecca Anne.
Carter G. McGonigal
Carter George McGonigal, son of Richard and Wendy McGonigal, Richfield, Ohio, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, Aug. 2. Carter is the grandson of George and Mary Ann Maguschak, Forty Fort; Charles and Virginia McGonigal, Richfield, Ohio. He is the great-grandson of Josephine McGonigal, Ohio; the late Angelina Boscia; the late George and Delores Maguschak. Carter has a brother, Casey, 3.
Robert A. Macko
Robert Andrew Macko, son of Ken and Theresa Macko of Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his second birthday today, Aug. 2. Bobby is the grandson of Joan Ann Calore, Wilkes-Barre; Christine Macko, Wilkes-Barre; the late Robert Calore; the late Andrew Macko. He is the great-grandson of Catherine Calore, Wilkes-Barre; Dorothy Gluc, Wilkes-Barre. Bobby has two sisters, Anna, 1 1, and Betsy, 10, and two brothers, Kenny, 8, and Anthony, 7.
Desiree E. Reiss
Desiree E. Reiss, daughter of Stanley and Jenniann Reiss, celebrated her eighth birthday July 10. She is the granddaughter of James and Jenniann Grady, Larksville; Alice Kay, Nanticoke; Stanley Reiss Sr., Edwardsville. She is the great-granddaughter of Alice Wolfe, Lower Askam; Margie Evans, Wilkes-Barre; the late John and Shirley Grady; William and Teresa Reiss. Desiree has a sister Isabella, 1.
Declan P. Munley
Declan Patrick Munley, son of Frank and Marijo Munley of Mountain Top, is celebrating his third birthday today, Aug. 2. He is the grandson of Ed and Peggy Krupa, Mountain Top; Thomas and Sheila Munley, Carbondale. Declan has a brother, Matt, 16, and a sister, Kaylin, 5.
Kyla N. Budzyn
Kyla Nicole Budzyn, daughter of Kristie Budzyn of Wilkes-Barre, celebrated her third birthday Aug. 1. Kyla is the granddaughter of Rita and John Budzyn, Wilkes-Barre. She is the great-granddaughter of Helen Ras, Wilkes-Barre; Rose Budzyn, Plains Township.
Briana K. Carey
Briana Kiera Carey, daughter of Kori Murgallis of Edwardsville and Geoff Carey of Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 2. Briana is the granddaughter of Terry and Meg Murgallis, Wilkes-Barre; Bill and Kelly Ritsick, Shavertown; Frank and Nancy Mesh, Wilkes-Barre. She is the great-granddaughter of Janet Murgallis, Edwardsville; Frank Murgallis, Wilkes-Barre; Gerald and Helen Maheady, West Nanticoke; Shirley Carey, Nanticoke.
Emma E. Judge
Emma Elizabeth Judge, daughter of David and Tina Judge of Hunlock Creek, is celebrating her first birthday today, Aug. 2. She is the granddaughter of William and Dorothy Judge, Harveys Lake; Gerry Washney, Plains Township; the late John Washney. Emma is the great-granddaughter of John and Ann Judge, Dallas; Mary Sokoloski, Edwardsville. She has two brothers, Evan, 7, and Spencer, 5, and a sister, Megan, 3.
Holly C. Banta
Holly Cheyanne Banta, daughter of Jennie Rodgers of Shickshinny and Henry Banta of Dallas, is celebrating her 10th birthday today, Aug. 2. Holly is the granddaughter of Charlotte Banta, Orange; the late Louis Banta; the late Frank and Gertrude Ratowski. She has a sister, Breanne, 19.
Emily B. Brzozowski
Emily Bernadette Brzozowski, daughter of Dan and Diane Brzozowski, celebrated her eighth birthday July 30. She is the granddaughter of Joseph Skochen, Shavertown; Joseph Taylor, Plains Township; the late Bernadette Skochen; the late Gisela Brzozowski Taylor; the late John Brzozowski. Emily has a brother, Calvin, 3.
David J. Geskey
David Jeno Geskey, son of Dave and Aimee Geskey of Swoyersville, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 2. David is the grandson of Nancy Mattioli, Plains Township; Robert Bakunas, Wilkes-Barre; Margaret Geskey, Wilkes-Barre; the late Leo Geskey. He is the great-grandson of the late Gino and Beatrice Mattioli; the late Frank and Mary Bakunas; the late David and Lillian Morris; the late Leo and Josephine Geskey.
Theodore J. Wozniak
Theodore John Wozniak, son of Mike and Karen Wozniak of Plains Township, celebrated his eighth birthday Aug. 1. TJ is the grandson of Ted and Eleanor Sovyrda, Wilkes-Barre; the late John and Irene Wozniak. He has a brother, Mike, 12, and three sisters, Jessica Lynn, 25, Jennifer Leigh, 24, and Krya Ann, 9.
Owen W. Davies
Owen William Davies, son of Richard and Michelle Davies, Sweet Valley, is celebrating his second birthday today, Aug. 1. Owen is the grandson of Richard and Sumnar Davies, Hanover Township; Russell and Karen Hryvnak, Blakeslee. He is the great-grandson of Dorothea Karchin, Hanover Township; Vincent and Eleanor Miskewicz, Wilkes-Barre. Owen has a sister, Gabrielle, 3.
Catherine M. Elgonitis
Catherine (Cassie) Marie Elgonitis, daughter of Michael and Erica Elgonitis, Dallas, is celebrating her third birthday today, Aug. 1. Cassie is the granddaughter of Paula Oscielowski, Edwardsville; Len and Marlene Elgonitis, Miners Mills. She has a brother, Michael Brian Jr., 5 weeks.
Jesse J. Mikoliczyk
Jesse J. Mikoliczyk, son of Joseph and Jessica Mikoliczyk, Exeter Township, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, Aug. 1. Jesse is the grandson of Joseph F. Mikoliczyk, Exeter Township; Patricia Mikoliczyk, Wyoming; James and Helen Benczkowski, Mountain Top. He has two brothers, Joey, 9, and Jake, 7.
Jacob Marcin
Jacob Marcin, son of Louis and Kerry Marcin, Swoyersville, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 1. Jacob is the grandson of James and Nancy Marcin, Swoyersville; Paula Gallagher and James Gallagher, both of Freeland. He has a brother, Alex, 2.
Amber L. Wehrenberg
Amber Lynn Wehrenberg, daughter of Eric and Seena Wehrenberg, Wapwallopen, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, Aug. 1. Amber Lynn is the granddaughter of Robert and Marie Zofcin, Shickshinny; Mary Wehrenberg, Hackettstown, N.J., and the late Harry Wehrenberg. She has a sister, Brenna Morgan, 3, and a brother, Colin James, 16 months.
Katie P. Ward
Katie Patricia Ward, daughter of Jack and Deb Ward, Lee section, Glen Lyon, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, Aug. 1. Katie is the granddaughter of John and Dolores Grabowski, Glen Lyon; the late Jack and Patricia Ward. She has a sister, Emily.
Christopher J. Banas
Christopher J. Banas, son of Michael and Theresa Banas, Dallas, is celebrating his eighth birthday today, Aug. 1. Christopher is the grandson of George and Florence Banas, Wilkes-Barre; John and Theresa Dubbelman, Cedar Grove, N.J. He has three sisters, Katie, 18, Emily, 16, and Caroline, 10, and two brothers, Mike, 14, and Brian, 12.
Timothy Psolka
Timothy Psolka, son of Brian and Rebecca Psolka of Duryea, celebrated his eighth birthday July 26. He is the grandson of the late Paul E. Psolka, the late Laureen Psolka, and Kenneth and Carol Stevens. He is the great-grandson of the late Margaret Bonzek, the late John Kalinas, and the late Chester and Deloris Moore. Timothy has two brothers, Caleb and Stephen.
Zachary A. Gramps Jr.
Zachary Arthur Gramps Jr., son of Valerie Shrey and Zachary Arthur Gramps Sr. of West Wyoming, is celebrating his first birthday today, Aug. 1. He is the grandson of Andrea Shrey, Exeter; and Joseph Shrey Jr., Edwardsville; Arthur H. Gramps III, Dallas; Robyn Gramps, Hunlock Creek. He is the great-grandson of Joan Shrey, Shavertown; the late Joseph L. Shrey; John and Elaine Pavidus, Exeter; Ruth Gramps and Arthur H. Gramps Jr., Dallas; Ann Scarantino, Forty Fort; the late Carl Scarantino.
Erin C. Napkora
Erin Christian Napkora, daughter of Raymond and Phyllis Napkora, Reading, is celebrating her eighth birthday today, July 31. Erin is the granddaughter of William and Phyllis Malarkey, Wilkes-Barre; and Frank and Bernice Napkora, West Wyoming. She has a brother, Matthew, 14, and a sister, Jordan, 1 1.
Austin J. Siegel
Austin Jeremy Siegel, son of Ernest W. and Yvonne Siegel, Alden, is celebrating his 12th birthday today, July 31. Austin is the grandson of Robert and Pat (Helen) Swiatek, Hunlock Creek; Ernest R. Siegel, Wilkes-Barre, and the late Betty (Louise) Siegel. He is the great-grandson of the late Joseph and Florence Swiatek; and the late William and Grace Dalon. Austin has a brother, Colin, 7.
Michael J. Janosky
Michael Joseph Janosky, son of Joe and Kim Janosky, Exeter Township, is celebrating his second birthday today, July 31. Michael is the grandson of Clara Schultz, Exeter Township, and the late Andy Schultz; Joseph and Kim Janosky, Harveys Lake; and Lenore Janosky, Dallas. He is the great-grandson of Dorothy Janosky, Shavertown. Michael has two brothers, Andrew, 7, and Jude, 4.
Austin Kruczek
Austin Kruczek, son of Ed and Pam Kruczek, Coopersburg, is celebrating his 14th birthday today, July 31. Austin is the grandson of Alice Chronowski, Swoyersville, and the late Leonard Chronowski; and Edward and Anna Marie Kruczek, Summit Hill. He is the great-grandson of John Wysocki, Mary Wysocki Scripkunas and Adam Scripkunas, all of Swoyersville. Austin has a sister, Morgan, 1 1.
Christopher M. Jones
Christopher Michael Jones, son of Christopher and Debbie Jones, West Wyoming, is celebrating his eighth birthday today, July 31. Christopher is the grandson of George and Annette Jones, Duryea; and Robert and Christine Zakseski, West Wyoming. He is the great-grandson of Elizabeth Jones, Duryea; the late Edward Zakseski; and Edward and Josephine Byczek, Swoyersville. Christopher has a brother, Ryan, 1.
Jacob W. Bittorf
Jacob William Bittorf, son of Jack W. and Lisa J. Bittorf, Hazleton, is celebrating his seventh birthday today, July 31. Jacob is the grandson of Harry and Ruth Sauers, Drums; Doris Bittorf, Hazleton, and the late William C. Bittorf.
Christopher J. Rosen
Christopher John Rosen, son of Jay and Tricia Rosen, Keller, Texas, celebrated his sixth birthday July 23. Christopher is the grandson of Rose Rosen, Dallas; the late Joseph J. Rosen; the late George and Bernadine John. He has a sister, Megan, 4.
Gregory Albertson
Gregory Albertson, son of Christine and Douglas Albertson Sr., is celebrating his sixth birthday today, July 30. Gregory is the grandson of Henry and Jean Peshala, Ashley; the late Linda Albertson; Ed Albertson, Huntersville, N.C. He has two brothers, Nicholas, 9, and Douglas, 12.
Daniel M. Sanchez
Daniel Michael Sanchez, son of Kimberly Cosenza, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his 16th birthday today, July 30. Daniel is the grandson of Nancy Goldhamer, Wilkes-Barre; Cristina Ugarteche, Santa Cruz, Bolivia; Steve Cosenza, Monroe, N.Y. He is the great-grandson of Sam Balsome and John Cosenza, Bronx, N.Y.; the late Marie Balsome and Estelle Consenza.
Caitlin A. Duffy
Caitlin Alanna Duffy, daughter of Sean Duffy, Wilmington, Del., and Tina Duffy, Delaware, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, July 30. Caitlin is the granddaughter of Richard and Charlotte Duffy, Hanover Township. She has a brother, Brendan Sean, 6.
John C. Ostopick
John (Jack) Colton Ostopick, son of Todd and Tanya Ostopick, West Nanticoke, is celebrating his 10th birthday today, July 30. Jack is the grandson of George and Betty Forgach, Sheatown; Jack Ostopick, Shickshinny; the late Anastasia Ostopick. He is the great-grandson of Anna Ostopick, West Nanticoke. Jack has two brothers, Justin, 8, and Logan, 2.
John J. Woitko
John Joseph Woitko, son of John and Theresa Woitko, Pardeesville, is celebrating his 10th birthday today, July 30. Johnny is the grandson of Joseph and Dolores Clatch, Pardeesville; John and Joan Woitko, Hazleton. He is the great-grandson of Dorothy Nitka, Pardeesville. Johnny has a sister, Jordy, 8.
Sara De Michele
Sara De Michele, daughter of Drs. Michael and Karen De Michele, Mechanicsburg, is celebrating her sixth birthday today, July 30. Sara is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Kormis, Nanticoke; Mr. and Mrs. Michael De Michele, Scranton.
Jordayn N. Dermody
Jordayn Nowell Dermody, daughter of Bethany Weiss and Jason Dermody, Edwardsville, is celebrating her first birthday today, July 30. Jordayn is the granddaughter of Debra Belanger and James Dennis, Shickshinny; Carol Newell, Edwardsville. She is the great-granddaughter of Deborah Belanger, Edwardsville.
Matthew R. Hurst
Matthew Randall Hurst, son of Randy and Jessica Hurst, Red Rock, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, July 30. Matthew is the grandson of Richard and Phyllis Hurst, Wapwallopen; Mary Hynick, Sweet Valley; the late Richard Hynick. He has a brother, Joey, 2.
Ryan K. Krakosky
Ryan Kenneth Krakosky, son of Ken and Jennifer Krakosky, is celebrating his third birthday today, July 30. Ryan is the grandson of John and Helen Carmody, Lords Valley; Jerry and Dorothy Krakosky, Swoyersville. He has two sisters, Megan, 7, and Mikayla, 5.
Michael A. J. Bilski
Michael Albert Joseph Bilski, son of Mike and Joan Bilski, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his 10th birthday today, July 30. Michael is the grandson of Mike and Jeanne Bilski, Wilkes-Barre; Patricia Londa, Vestal, N.Y.; the late Albert Londa. He is the great-grandson of Anthony Barnatovich, Mildred, Pa.; the late Josie Barnatovich. Michael has two brothers, Aidan, 7, and Ryan, 4.
Ella S. Berretta
Ella Sapphire Berretta, daughter of Candice Berretta, Harding, and Mark Byron, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, celebrated her first birthday July 25. Ella is the granddaughter of Frank and Mary Claire Stieler, Harding; Rodney and Wendy Byron, Perth, Western Australia; the late David Berretta. She is the great-granddaughter of Patrick Reedy, Harding. Ella has a sister, Lily, 2.
Abigail R. Brenzovich
Abigail Rose Brenzovich, daughter of George and Amber Brenzovich, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, July 29. Abigail is the granddaughter of Joan Brenzovich, Wilkes-Barre; David and Rosemary Tregaskis, Lake Ariel. She is the great-granddaughter of Katherine Swingle, Lake Ariel; Phyllis Tregaskis, Waymart; the late Carlton Swingle; Edith Brenzovich. Abigail has a brother, Tyler 3.
Kody M. Madrigal
Kody Michael Madrigal, son of Jason and Lisa Madrigal, Tafton, celebrated his ninth birthday July 23. Kody is the grandson of Mike and Carol Youells, Wilkes-Barre; Gary and Gail Hanson, Mio, Mich. He is the great-grandson of Stella Trinisewski, Wilkes-Barre; the late Albert Trinisewski; Treva Hanson of Mio, Mich.; the late Basil Hanson; Fred and Betty Freilinghaus, New York. Kody has a brother, Shayne, 34 months.
Robert J. Morgis
Robert James (RJ) Morgis, son of Dennis and Kristin Morgis, Mountain Top, is celebrating his first birthday today, July 29. RJ is the grandson of Donald and Anne Morgis, Nanticoke; Mary Borofski, Honey Pot; the late Robert Borofski.
David Long
David Long, son of Arthur and Mary Ann Long, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his 14th birthday today, July 29. David is the grandson of Norman and Margaret Kopiak, Wilkes-Barre; the late Arthur and Mary Long. He has two brothers, Charles, 1 1, and Arthur, 6.
Sydney A. Kraynack
Sydney Amber Kraynack, daughter of Justin and Victoria Kraynack, Shavertown, is celebrating her seventh birthday today, July 29. Sydney is the granddaughter of the late John A. and Betty Kraynack; Clarence and Ethel Dow, Valley Mills, Texas. She is the great-granddaughter of Jean Dow and Ruth Parsons, both of Kingston.
Christopher R. Dutko
Christopher Ryan Dutko, son of Stephen and JoAnn Dutko, Shavertown, is celebrating his second birthday today, July 28. Christopher is the grandson of Vladimir and Marie Dutko, Wilkes-Barre; William and Mary Grace Maranki, Freeland. He has a sister, Jordyn, 4.
Amelia M. Bendick
Amelia Marie Bendick, daughter of Mike and Jackie Bendick, Shavertown, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, July 28. Amelia is the granddaughter of Annette Bendick; the late Joseph Bendick; Ann Llewellyn; the late John Llewellyn. She has two sisters, Abbie, 11, and Angela, 9.
Brian Kmetz
Brian Kmetz, son of Brian and Missy Kmetz, Shavertown, is celebrating his eighth birthday today, July 28. Brian is the grandson of Tom and Jane Yoniski, Dallas; Mike and Judy Kmetz, Shavertown.
Joshua J., Clarissa D. and Zachary S. Snyder
Joshua Joseph, Clarissa Danielle and Zachary Shawn Snyder, triplet children of Mark and Mary D. Snyder, White Haven, are celebrating their fourth birthdays today, July 28. Joshua, Clarissa and Zachary are the grandchildren of Patricia Melito, Hazleton; Eugene and Patricia Snyder, Mountain Top. They are the great-grandchildren of Anna Pollock, Mountain Top; Catherine Snyder, Parsons. They have a brother, Mark, 9.
Patrick R. Franckiewicz Jr.
Patrick Robert Franckiewicz Jr., son of Patrick and Kathleen Franckiewicz, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his fifth birthday today, July 28. Patrick is the grandson of Joseph and Helga Franckiewicz, Bear Creek Township; Joan Ann Calore, Wilkes-Barre; the late Robert Calore. He is the great-grandson of Catherine Calore, Wilkes-Barre. Patrick has two sisters, Christa, 12, and Maria, 8, and three brothers, Joseph, 10, Stephen, 6, and Robert, 5 months.
Noah E. Divers
Noah Edward Divers, son of Marc and Heather Divers, Plymouth Township, is celebrating his third birthday today, July 28. Noah is the grandson of Edward and Sandra Makos, Plymouth Township; Nancy Divers and Tony Romanoski, Kingston. He is the great-grandson of Edward and Mary Hricko, Wilkes-Barre; the late Edward and Phyllis Makos; the late Louis and Charlotte Kaskey. Noah has a sister, Shelby, 13, and a brother, Alec, 9.
Alex D. Cundiff
Alex David Cundiff, son of Jeff and Letha Cundiff, Avoca, is celebrating his first birthday today, July 28. Alex is the grandson of Joanne and James Jones III, Wilkes-Barre; Richard and Barbra Cundiff, Trucksville. He is the great-grandson of James Jones Jr., Wilkes-Barre.
Carlee A. Fitch
Carlee Ann Fitch, daughter of Melissa Ulicny and Drew Fitch Jr., Dallas, is celebrating her first birthday today, July 28. Carlee is the granddaughter of Michael and Mildred Greboniski, Plains Township; Drew and Dote Fitch, Dallas. She has two sisters, Kasi, 7, and Dayna, 4.
Matthew D. Prevuznak
Matthew David Prevuznak, son of Michael and Lisa Prevuznak, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his second birthday today, July 27. Matthew is the grandson of Stanley and Ann Niemiec, Pittston; the late David Novak; Bernard and Lorraine Prevuznak, Parsons. He has a brother, Brandon Michael, 3.
Hayden J. Greenberg
Hayden James Greenberg, son of Lee and Carrie Greenberg, White Haven, is celebrating his fourth birthday today, July 27. Hayden is the grandson of Carol Kelsch, Wilkes-Barre; James Kelsch, West Chester; Dr. John and Debbie Timko, White Haven; Jules Greenberg, Kingston. He is the great-grandson of Gerald and Helyn Baer, Drums. Hayden has a brother, Hunter Lee, 6.
Jiana A. Zakrzewski
Jiana Alexzandra Zakrzewski, daughter of Tom and Joelle Zakrzewski, Nanticoke, is celebrating her eighth birthday today, July 27. Jiana is the granddaughter of Joe Zakrzewski and Cindy Gulvas, both of Nanticoke; the late Carole Zakrzewski; John Gulvas, Plymouth. She is the great-granddaughter of Vicky Briggs and Tina Gulvas, both of Nanticoke. Jiana has a sister, Kaitlyn, 6.
Cody Cordes
Cody Cordes, son of Dave and Sherri Cordes, is celebrating his 12th birthday today, July 27. Cody is the grandson of Ace and Gerri Dubaskas, Edwardsville; Phil and Betty Pesotsky, Plains Township; Dave Cordes Sr., Hazleton. He is the great-grandson of Rosalie Cordes, Michigan. Cody has a sister, Cayla, 15.
Cecilia J. Hoover
Cecilia Josephine Hoover, daughter of Michael and Kristen Hoover, Exeter, is celebrating her third birthday today, July 27. Cecilia is the granddaughter of David and Gloria Harry, West Pittston; Mary Hoover, Wyoming; David Hoover, Mechanicsburg. She has a brother, Valentino, 7 months.
Katie Quinn
Katie Quinn, daughter of Mitch and Kim Quinn, Hanover Township, is celebrating her third birthday today, July 27. Katie is the granddaughter of Paul and Regina Chmil, Ashley; Marty and Barbara Quinn, Pittston. She is the great-granddaughter of Helen Brigido, Pittston. Katie has a brother, Zach, and a sister, Kearney.
Gabrielle E. Bohinski
Gabrielle (Gabby) E. Bohinski, daughter of Michael and Joanne Bohinski, Nanticoke, is celebrating her seventh birthday today, July 26. Gabby is the granddaughter of Vincent and Joan Bohinski; Debbie Wolfe, all of Nanticoke; the late Larry Kimball Sr. She has a brother, Dylan, 5.
Alexa M. Kleinberger
Alexa Marie Kleinberger, daughter of Chris and Cynthia Kleinberger, Pittston Township, is celebrating her second birthday today, July 26. Alexa is the granddaughter of John and Julia Elenchik, Franklin Township; Bruce and Linda Kleinberger, Exeter. She is the great-granddaughter of Alice Katsock, Plains Township; Bernard and MaryBelle Kleinberger, Scranton. Alexa has two brothers, Austin, 6, and Andrew, 4.
Keenan J. Heath
Keenan James Heath, son of Mark Heath and Michele Kromko, Plains Township, is celebrating his first birthday today, July 26. Keenan is the grandson of Bob and Lynn Kromko, Plains Township; Herb and Judy Heath, Birmingham, Ala. He has a sister, Sommer, 12.
Lauren E. Shiplett
Lauren E. Shiplett, daughter of Timothy and Tracey Shiplett, Mountain Top, is celebrating her eighth birthday today, July 26. Lauren is the granddaughter of Kay Faber, Owego, N.Y.; the late Eugene Faber; Joyce Shiplett, Kingston; the late Herman Shiplett. She has a sister, Emily, 10, and a brother, Matthew, 6.
Logan J. Owens
Logan John Owens, son of Thomas and Debra Owens, Exeter, celebrated his third birthday July 24. Logan is the grandson of John and Marion Hoffman, Factoryville; Christine Owens, Plymouth.
Sabrina D. Thompson
Sabrina Destiny Thompson, daughter of Thomas Thompson Jr. and Heather Adamski, Pringle, celebrated her fifth birthday July 24. Sabrina is the granddaughter of Dale Adamski, Edwardsville; Judy Thompson, Kingston; Thomas Thompson Sr., Dallas.
Alivia M. Welebob-Graboske
Alivia Marie Welebob-Graboske, daughter of April Welebob and Michael Graboske, Hanover Township, is celebrating her second birthday today, July 26. Alivia is the granddaughter of Mike and Jane Welebob; Henry and Sandy Graboske, all of Hanover Township. She is the great-granddaughter of Edna Mendygral, Hanover Township. Alivia has a sister, Alexa, 8.
Ryan T. Cuba
Ryan Timothy Cuba, son of Alan and Kelly Cuba, Dallas, is celebrating his third birthday today, July 25. Ryan is the grandson of Walter and Cynthia Cuba, Shavertown; the late Timothy and Patricia Connolly. He has a brother, Sean, 7.
Kaitlyn Hodakowski
Kaitlyn Hodakowski, daughter of Bill and Casey Hodakowski, is celebrating her fifth birthday today, July 25. Kaitlyn is the granddaughter of Bill and Judy Hodakowski, Orange; Bob and Dorothy Bamford, Clarks Summit. She is the great-granddaughter of Eleanor Richter, Clarks Summit. Kaitlyn has a sister, Mackenzie, 2, and a brother, Zachary, 10 months.
Tory J. Metric
Tory James Metric, son of Brian and Cynthia Metric, Hanover Township, is celebrating his sixth birthday today, July 25. Tory is the grandson of Gabriel Metric, Hanover Township; Philip and JoAnn Duffy, Ashley. He is the great-grandson of James Duffy, Ashley. Tory has two sisters, Marissa, 13, and Sarah, 10.
Julia M. Warren
Julia Marie Warren, daughter of Terry and Bernadette Warren, Plains Township, is celebrating her fourth birthday today, July 25. Julia is the granddaughter of Bernadine Banaszek, Wilkes-Barre; Donald Warren, Orefield; the late Robert Banaszek; the late Mary Warren. She has two brothers, Terry, 18, and Brett, 16.
Aidan E. Davies
Aidan Everett Davies, son of Jonathan and Shannon Davies, Wilkes-Barre, is celebrating his first birthday today, July 25. Aidan is the grandson of Joseph and Patricia Shumoski; David and Della Davies, all of Wilkes-Barre. He is the great-grandson of Florence Jones, Wilkes-Barre; the late Elmer Jones; Joseph Shumoski, Wilkes-Barre Township; the late Mary Ann Shumoski; the late John and Belle Conahan; the late William and Ann Davies. Aidan has a sister, Ireland, 8.
Gianna J. Higdon
Gianna Jane Higdon, daughter of Jonathan and Angela Martino-Higdon, is celebrating her second birthday today, July 25. Gianna is the granddaughter of Frank Martino, Kingston; the late Deborah Martino; Paul and Janet Higdon, Nanticoke. She is the great-granddaughter of Ruth Pace, Pittston. Gianna has a sister, Serafina Marie, 4 months.
Kaitlyn M. Kundla
Kaitlyn Madison Kundla, daughter of Michael and Kelly Kundla, Moosic, is celebrating her second birthday today, July 25. Kaitlyn is the granddaughter of Judy Kizewich, Pittston; Jack Kizewich, West Pittston; David and Dolores Kundla, Port Griffith. She is the great-granddaughter of Jeanne Micklo and Howard Balbach, both of Forty Fort.
Parker Mosley
Parker Mosley, son of Tom and Bonnie Mosley, Bear Creek, is celebrating his third birthday today, July 25. Parker is the grandson of Casimer and Barbara Rynkiewicz, Plymouth; Thomas Mosley, Bear Creek; Jane Bettica, Drums. He is the great-grandson of Thomas and Margaret Mosley, Bear Creek.