Chester J. Huss, Jr., 74, of Mahanoy CIty, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 5th, 2026 after a long hard fought battle with Parkinsons.

Chester was born on August 3rd, 1951, a son of the late Chester Sr., and Mary (Grutza) Huss. He was a 1968 graduate of the former JW Cooper High School, and was of the Methodist Faith.

He last worked at Schuylkill Energy Resources co-generation plant in Shenandoah as a crusher/dryer operator. Chester was a long time member of the Shenandoah Heights Fire Company, and also volunteered as a driver for the Shenandoah Ambulance for over 40 years. He was well known locally for playing Santa Claus during the Christmas season, and was a avid supporter of the Shenandoah Valley Blue Devils football program. 

Chester enjoyed watching NASCAR and the Washington Redskins, as well as taking many trips and making memories with his family.

Chester is survived by his wife of 46 years, Debra (Novatka) Huss, along with two children, Lee Anne Huss of Mahanoy City; and Michael Huss, and his wife Kelly (Kuester) Huss of Valley View. He is also survived by his granddaughter, Ayla Jean Kuester Huss of Valley View, along with many cousins, including a very dear cousin, Peggy Mcguire of Ringtown.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Chester's funeral service at 11 AM on Thursday July 9th, 2026 at the Walukiewicz Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 South Jardin Street, Shenandoah. 

A Viewing will be held on Wednesday evening, July 8th, from 6-8 PM and again on Thursday morning from 10-11 AM prior to the service. Chester will be laid to rest at the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights, immediately following the service.