\t\t\tWilliam \u2018Bill\u2019 James Deemer \t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\tOBITUARY\t\t<\/p>\n
William Bill James Deemer, 82, of Scranton, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.<\/p>\n
\nBorn on May 14, 1943, in Peckville, Bill was the son of the late William Deemer and Anna Blanche.<\/p>\n
\nBill was a proud graduate of Dunmore High School. Following graduation, he honorably served his country in the United States Army, First Cavalry Division, serving in Korea. Bill attained the rank of Sergeant 1st class, specializing as a Combat Engineer. After completing his military service, Bill went on to build a lifelong career as an Industrial Mechanic in Manufacturing with RCA\/Thomson.<\/p>\n
\nBill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family and took pride in the life he built through hard work, dedication, and service. He was also a loyal Philadelphia Eagles fan and a proud Penn State fan. He will be remembered for his strength, loyalty, and love for those closest to him.<\/p>\n
\nBill was proceeded in death by his two sisters, Catherine Spraney, and Margaret Smith.<\/p>\n
\nHe is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Marlene Sylvester Deemer; his children, Vince Deemer and wife Lisa, Clarks Summit, Lisa Stegura and husband Frantz, Nanticoke, William Deemer and wife Jennifer, Kingston and Shannon Deemer Janoski, Scranton; and his cherished grandchildren, Alyssa Stegura, Dante Deemer, Adele and E.J. Deemer, Emilia and Evan Janoski, and several nieces and nephews.<\/p>\n
\nA Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Patrick\u2019s Church, 1403 Jackson Street, Scranton. Family and Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow at Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.<\/p>\n
\nBill\u2019s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.<\/p>\n
\nWilliam \u2018Bill\u2019 James Deemer<\/p>\n
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