Carol A. Lopez

Carol A. Lopez, 56, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Thursday, September 11th.

Born in Pottsville on June 14, 1969, she was the daughter of the late Marie (McDermott) Wisner and Vernon Dillman.

Married 29 years, she was the wife of Mark Lopez.

After graduating from Schuylkill Haven High School in 1987, Carol attended Northampton Community College where she completed the dental assistant program.

Carol worked as a school bus driver for R&J Transportation, followed by working as a phlebotomist. Most recently, she spent five years as a tri-axle dump truck driver. Outside of her work, Carol loved to travel with her family, planning vacations around watching the Phillies play at visiting stadiums. She also loved to spend time at home, having fires and enjoying her gardens.

In addition to her husband, Carol is survived by a son, Matthew Lopez, husband of Sarah, of Schuylkill Haven; a daughter, Maria Lopez, partner of Zachary, of Schuylkill Haven; two sisters, Catherine, wife of Edward Bensinger, of Pottsville; Corrine, wife of Michael Setlock, Jr., of Minersville; a brother, Vernon Dillman III, husband of Amy, of Auburn; & 6 nieces.

A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at 6:30 PM on Friday, September 26th at Ebling Stabingas Funeral Home in Cressona with Rev. Kenneth McDowell officiating. A visitation will be held from 5 PM until the time of the service. Interment will be private at the family's convenience.

At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Red Creek Wildlife Center, Inc. 300 Moon Hill Dr. Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.