Estate Matters: Recent Testamentary Filings in Hazleton Area

Recent estate filings in the Hazleton area have led to the issuance of letters of testamentary and administration to various individuals. This process, formally recognized in local courts, occurred between January 27 and February 2, 2026.

Among those who received letters of testamentary is John Douglas Bigatel, known as John D. Bigatel, from 210 North Laurel St., Hazleton. The court appointed Adrienne Lee Lonczynski, also referred to as Adrienne Loncyns, of 16 Coventry Road, Drums, as executor of his estate.

In another case, Geraldine Sosinski, residing at 44 W. Ridge St. in Nanticoke, was granted letters of testamentary to Karen Romanowski, who lives at 3694 Hickory Hill Road, Bethlehem, and Lisa Schwear from 147 Jans Lane, Sugarloaf Township.

Additionally, John Jubin III, of 276 S. Poplar St., Hazleton, has appointed Nicole Lee Jubin, from 610 Wildflower Drive, Wilkes-Barre, as executor for his estate.

In the case of Anna Nancy Hametz, also known as Anna Hametz, who resides at 23 Faith Drive, Hazleton, letters of administration were granted to Stephen Paul Hametz, located at 422 West Green St. in West Hazleton.

Furthermore, Ellen Soika, identified as Ellen M. Soika of 149 South Hunter Highway, Drums, has had letters of testamentary issued to Gerald F. Marley Jr., who resides at 355 Goshen Ave. in Hazle Township.

Lastly, Steven R. Evancho, from 323 West 3rd St., Hazleton, has appointed Ronald J. Evancho, located at 1214 State Route 940, Hazle Township, to manage his estate through letters of administration.

These filings reflect the ongoing administrative processes within the local judiciary system, facilitating the management of estates and ensuring that final wishes are honored in accordance with the law.