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Martha Howells Obituary
Martha J. Howells, 80, of Tamaqua, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 7th, while in the company of family, at her residence.
Martha was born in Coaldale on April 18, 1945, a daughter of the late Margaret Theresa (Zubey) and Arthur Howells.
She graduated from Tamaqua High School, Class of 1963.
A lifelong Catholic, Martha was a devoted member of St. Jerome's Catholic Church. She was a proud businesswoman who dedicated her career to running Martha's Place. In her free time, she enjoyed the companionship of her beloved pets and took great pride in caring for them. Above all, she cherished her role as a mother, grandmother and sister.
Martha is survived by two sons, Kevin Horan, husband of Lacey, and Keith Horan, husband of Molly; a sister, Margaret Cusanelli, wife of Anthony; and a brother, Thomas Howells, husband of Louise.
She is also survived by her grandchildren, Michael Horan, husband of Rebecca, and Amelia Horan; great-grandson, Jack Horan; niece, Alicia Tomlin; nephew, Thomas Howells; niece, Amy Nye; nephew, Michael Howells. Great nieces and nephews, Kaela Cusanelli, Sam Cusanelli-Breiner, Britney, Ashley and Tyler Nye.
She was predeceased by her brother, Robert Howells; nephew, Sammy Cusanelli; and niece, Tara Cusanelli.
Service: Services are private and entrusted to the Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home & Cremations Services Inc., Orwigsburg.
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Trina LePage
June 20, 2025
God bless you Keith and Molly. I hope that Amelia is doing well. I promise to be in touch soon. Your Friend FOREVER, Trina LePage
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