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Martin Barthold Obituary
Martin Peter Barthold Sr., 85, of Dickson City, died Thursday evening, Oct. 15, 2020, with his family by his side at Regional Hospital of Scranton. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Louise Zumblauskas.
Born in Dickson City, he was the son of the late Edward John and Helen Preambo Barthold, and he was a member of St. Mary's Visitation Church, Dickson City. He was a graduate of Dickson City High School and he served with the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a member of American Legion Post 665, Dickson City, the Tauras Club and the Governors Club. He had been employed by the Scranton School District before retirement.
Martin was a hardworking man, jack of all trades master of none, who would help anyone that needed it and was proud of his service to our country as an Army Airborne Ranger. He was also the biggest fan of the Philadelphia Eagles and the New York Yankees, and will be dearly missed by Buggy, his dog and best friend.
Surviving are a son, Martin Barthold Jr. and wife, Melaine , Old Forge; three daughters, Patricia A. Reese, Suffolk, Va.; Donna Ogden, Dickson City; and Christine Tina Washo and husband, George, Dickson City; a brother, Edward Barthold and wife, Ruth, Dickson City; a sister, MaryAnn Mecca and husband, William, Throop; 13 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; also Billy Ritter, Scranton, who was like a son to him; nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be Wednesday a 9 a.m. from the Frank T. Mazur Funeral Home Inc., 601 Dundaff St., Dickson City, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Visitation Church, Dickson City. Interment with military honors will follow at Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, masks will be required for entry at the funeral home and church, and social distancing will be maintained. You may be asked to wait outside before entering the funeral home to comply with COVID-19 regulations. For directions or to leave an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.
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October 25, 2020
I am so very for your loss to the whole Ogden Barthold family Donna Tina and remember all the good time so much love and prayers to you all kimmie mecca and joanie
Jim- Suzanne Black
October 20, 2020
Marty and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. I do know Marty was always there for his dad and did what he could to help him in his later years. A great son and sure the bond will be ever lasting. May god bless the entire Barthold family and guide them during this difficult time.
Joanne Griffiths
October 19, 2020
Melanie and Marty You and your loved one will be in my thoughts and prayers. Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Jimmy & Carole Curran
October 19, 2020
Melanie and the Barthold family, Carole and I were deeply saddened to hear of Marty's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most sorrowful time. May your cherished memories of Marty bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. God Bless.
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