Michelle E. Herb, 72, of Lavelle, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, with family by her side, at her residence.   Born in Fountain Springs, at the former Ashland Hospital, August 1, 1952, she was the daughter of the late William and Doris Leach Herb. Michelle was a graduate of the North Schuylkill High School, class of 1970, and a member of the former Saint Mauritius Roman Catholic Church, now Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Parish, all of Ashland.  After high school, she was employed at the Gay Store of Ashland, later with Pomeroy’s, and Bon Ton in the Schuylkill Mall, retiring in 2017 from Tri State Envelope Corporation, Ashland, where she was Human Resources Manager.  Michelle enjoyed Reading, Cruise Ship Vacations, and spending time at the Jersey Shore.  Preceding her in death was a sister; Elena “Lanie” Herb, passing in February 2020, a Great niece Chloe Boyer in 2005, and Bill Lucas, a companion of 35 years.

Survivors:

Sister:  Penny Herb, Lavelle

Sister:  Carolee wife of Glenn Zimmerman, Fountain Springs

Sister:  Catherine wife of Rod Case, Berea Ohio

Brother:  William “Butch” Herb and his wife Karen, Lavelle

Nieces:  Jessica (Dave) Boyer, Janelle (Kyle) Berry, Emily Herb

Nephews:  William Hrichak, Jeffrey (Brian) Smith

Great Niece:  Lily Boyer

Great Nephews; Declan and Liam Hrichak, and Caden Berry

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Prayer Service, December 5, 2024, at 11 AM, in the Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, 1323 Centre St., Ashland.  Officiating will be Deacon John Sutter of St. Charles Borromeo Parish.  A calling hour with Michelle’s family will begin at 9:30 AM.  Interment will be in Citizen’s Cemetery, Lavelle.  Visit www.Fritzfuneralhome.com.