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Sanor W. Bennett

Sanor W. Bennett

Apr 18, 2024

Sanor W. Bennett, 75, of Mahaffey, went to be with the Lord on Thursday April 18, 2024 with his family by his side.

 

He was born December 16, 1948 to Sanor Franklin and Alma (Seibert) Bennett in Mahaffey.

 

Sanor was member of Chestnut Grove Independent Church and attended Mount Carmel Church. He was a 1967 graduate of Purchase Line High School. He...

Thomas I. Campbell

Thomas I. Campbell

Apr 17, 2024

Thomas I. Campbell, a beloved son, brother and uncle, passed away on April 17, 2024. He was born in Clearfield on May 18, 1951, to the late Lewis A. and Mary (Bell) Campbell.Thomas was one of six brothers who shared a special bond. He treasured moments spent with his family and finding joy in the simple pleasures of nature. Thomas will...

Kerri Ann Stamler

Kerri Ann Stamler

Apr 10, 2024

Kerri Ann Stamler, 42, of Punxsutawney, passed away on April 10, 2024 at Penn Highlands DuBois.  She was born on January 1, 1982 to Keith Stamler and Carla Stamler-Lunger.Kerri was a loving mother to her three beautiful children: Ryley Taxis of Punxsutawney, and Paisley and Hunter Cleaver of Freedom, Pennsylvania. Kerri is survived by her father Keith Stamler and step-mother...

Kathleen Stahlman

Kathleen Stahlman

Apr 10, 2024

Kathleen Stahlman, 75 of Rossiter, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at her home with her family by her side.She was born March 13, 1949 to Max and Patricia (Long) Quigg in Punxsutawney.Kathleen was a member of the Rossiter Methodist Church. She was active in the administrative board and Missions. She loved spending time with her family. Especially her...

Grace S. Lingenfelter

Grace S. Lingenfelter

Apr 8, 2024

Grace S. Lingenfelter, 90 of Mahaffey, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 at her home with her family by her side.She was born July 23, 1933 to Harry and Goldie (Hockenberry) Noel in LaJose.Grace attended Solider Community Church and she was a former member of the Mahaffey Grange. She enjoyed watching old western movies, growing bamboo and loved baking...

Galen C. Brocious

Galen C. Brocious

Apr 6, 2024

Galen C. Brocious, 74, of Dora, passed away on Saturday April 6, 2024 at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital.He was born December 31, 1949 to Nelson C. and Jane E. (Hepler) Brocious in Brookville.Galen started working at Rola Jensen until 1969 when he began his military service. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the United States Army...

Carol R. Schaffron

Carol R. Schaffron

Mar 31, 2024

Carol R. Schaffron of Juneau, PA went home to the Lord on March, 30, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. 

 

Carol was born at home on February 17, 1949 in Rochester Mills, PA to parents John and Ruth (Johns) Leasure.

 

On June 28, 1969 she married her love, D.A. Schaffron, with whom she enjoyed 54 years together.  They created Carols Carpet World...

John David Webster

John David Webster

Mar 28, 2024

John David “Dave” Webster, 75, of Mahaffey, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at his home with his family by his side.He was born December 15, 1948 to John Henry and Louise (Ross) Webster in McGees Mills.Dave was a veteran of the Vietnam War proudly serving with the United States Marine Corps. He was an auto mechanic all of...

Michelle Hutchinson

Michelle Hutchinson

Mar 27, 2024

Michelle M. Hutchinson, 58, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital.

 

She was born on January 14, 1966 to Roger Mott and Barbara (Kapanowski) Mott-Toven.

 

Michelle graduated from the Punxsutawney Area High School in 1985. She worked for Cen-Clear as a Certified Peer Specialist and also earned her degree in cosmetology. Michelle adored spending time...

Philip E. Cameron

Philip E. Cameron

Mar 18, 2024

Philip E. Cameron, 57, of Penn Run, passed away on Monday March 18, 2024 at the Indiana Regional Medical Center. 

 

He was born May 20, 1966 to Gary Cameron and Gloria Bowers in Punxsutawney. 

 

Phil was a graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. He worked construction most of his life. 

Phil enjoyed listen to loud music, chasing his grandchildren, and being very...

Larry B. Marshall

Larry B. Marshall

Mar 15, 2024

Larry B. Marshall, 82, of Punxsutawney, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Friday March 15, 2024 at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital. 

 

He was born July 15, 1941 to Lawrence V. and Elizabeth (Watson) Marshall in Marion Center. 

 

Larry attended the Countryside Baptist Church. He graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Computer Science. He retired from IBM...

Bo Eric Westover

Bo Eric Westover

Mar 2, 2024

Bo Eric Westover, 37, of Mahaffey, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024.

 

He was born August 7, 1986 to Michael Wholaver, Sr. and Brenda Westover Ferguson in Clearfield.

 

Bo was a 2004 graduate of Harmony High School and was a 2006 graduate of Triangle Tech. He attended Banner Ridge Church. Bo enjoyed the outdoors, but his passion was fishing. He also...

Linda L. Baun-Kidd

Linda L. Baun-Kidd

Feb 28, 2024

Linda L. Baun-Kidd, 67, of Home, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.

 

She was born June 7, 1956 to Merle and Sally (White) Sprankle in Punxsutawney.

 

Linda was a 1974 graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. She worked as a mail carrier for over 37 years before her retirement in 2019. Linda enjoyed gardening, being outdoors, her yearly beach vacations, and spending time...

Nelda E. Shields

Nelda E. Shields

Feb 27, 2024

Nelda (English) Shields, 96, of Juneau, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. 

 

She was born June 13, 1927 in Rossiter, PA to Eli and Mary (Tyler) English.

  

On June 21, 1948 she married George (Dick) Shields, who preceded her in death in May 1999. 



Through the years, Nelda, along with her husband, her sister & brother-in-law (Joyce & Bill Dunmire) were the original...

Richard Kenneth Charles Jr.

Richard Kenneth Charles Jr.

Feb 27, 2024

Richard Kenneth Charles, Jr. passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at UPMC Altoona Hospital.

Richard was born in Punxsutawney on September 27, 1946 to the late Richard K. Charles, Sr. and Eleanor (Ritchey) Charles.

He was married to Paula (Kellert) Charles on June 18, 1994 who survives.

Richard honorably served in the United States Marine Corps from 1967 to 1971 and was a...

Glen E. Lee

Glen E. Lee

Feb 22, 2024

Glen E. Lee, 86, of Mahaffey, passed away on February 22, 2023 at Penn Highlands, DuBois Hospital with his family by his side.

He was born March 10, 1937 to Wilbur and Helen (Fishel) Lee in Mahaffey.

Glen was self employed for most of his life in the lumber industry. He owned and operated Lee Lumber Company.

He is survived by his wife...

John F. Niel

John F. Niel

Feb 17, 2024

John F. Niel, Jr. 90, of Smicksburg, entered into rest, Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital.

He was born September 20, 1933 to John Frank Niel Sr. and Letha (Cochran) Niel in Porter, Jefferson County.

John served with the United States Army and was stationed in Korea.

John was a member of the Local 310 Carpenters Union and Life...

James N. Kreps

James N. Kreps

Feb 17, 2024

James Nelson “Spooks” Kreps, 79 of Punxsutawney, PA passed away at Clearfield Hospital on Saturday, February 17, 2024. 

He was born January 15, 1945 at Clearfield Hospital to George Orland and Anna Marie (Wolfe) Kreps.  

Jim attended Purchase Line High School.  He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1965 to 1967 while stationed in Korea.  He...

DonnaBelle Neal

DonnaBelle Neal

Feb 16, 2024

DonnaBelle Neal, 86, of Sportsburg, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024 at McKinley Health Center in Brookville. 

She was born February 17, 1937 to Richard B. and Alice (Frye) Muth in Big Run. 

DonnaBelle was a member of Hopewell Methodist Church in Frostburg. She and her late husband Clifford owned and operated a local business before her retirement. DonnaBelle loved her...

Gail M. Rolls

Gail M. Rolls

Feb 7, 2024

Gail Rolls, 85, of Littlestown, PA passed away peacefully on February 7, 2024, at her home surrounded by family.

Gail was born in Punxsutawney, PA to Ray and Helen Oliver. She attended Saints Cosmas & Damian Roman Catholic School and later graduated from the Pittsburgh Hospital School of Nursing in 1959. In 1972, she and her husband, Gene, moved the family...

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