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John R. "Jack" Havrilla
Jul 20, 2026
John Richard "Jack" Havrilla, 74, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026 at Penn Highlands Jefferson Manor.
He was born March 25, 1952 to John P. and Stephanie L. (Mocek) Havrilla in Punxsutawney.
Jack was a 1970 graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. After obtaining his bachelor’s degree from IUP, he began his career as a social worker in...
Andrew R. "Butch" Meterko
Jul 10, 2026
Andrew R “Butch” Meterko, 89, of Delancey passed away on July 10, 2026 as the result of an auto accident.
Born May 11, 1937, he was the son of the late John “Sim” and Susan (Pluchinsky) Meterko.
On February 22, 1961 he married Rose Mary (Strano) Meterko, who survives. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Butch was a hard worker....
Loraine C. Snyder
Jul 7, 2026
Loraine C. Snyder, 85, of Punxsutawney passed away on July 7, 2026 at AM/PM Senior Living surrounded by her family.
She was born on Dec. 31, 1940 at the Adrian Hospital in Punxsutawney to the Matthew and Elizabeth (Shiock) Uzzo.
Loraine graduated from Punxsy High School in 1959 and in 1969 she married the late Jon Snyder who preceded her in death...
Elin Steffey
Jul 6, 2026
Elin Steffey, 87, of Punxsutawney, PA, passed on to eternal life with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, at her home, surrounded by family on Monday, July 6, 2026.
She was born July 13, 1938 in Barnesboro, PA, daughter of the late Charles Leonard Butterworth and Edith (Hammarstrom) Bertamini. She was born in the home of her grandparents, Andrew and Mary...
Paul Anthony DelRosso
Jun 24, 2026
Paul DelRosso, 93, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Mulberry Square.
He was born June 13, 1933 to Dominic and Annie (Albavito) DelRosso in Punxsutawney.
He was a lifelong resident of Punxsutawney. Paul was a member and a faithful volunteer of Saint Cosmas and Damian Catholic Church. He was a handyman, jack of all trades, taking care of...
Robert Lee Johnson
Jun 16, 2026
Robert Lee Johnson, 96, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at his home surrounded by the love of his family.
He was born December 3, 1929 to Chester A. and Mary (Rowe) Johnson in Punxsutawney.
Bob was a graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School in 1947. He was a Veteran of the Korean War, serving with the United...
Nancy A. Morgan
Jun 9, 2026
Nancy A. Morgan, 72, of Mahaffey PA peacefully went to be home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 9, 2026 at 8:47pm at home surrounded by her family.
I know this isn’t a traditional obituary but nothing about my Mom was “ordinary”. Her story is one of courage, determination and finding the strength to never give up. If...
Robert Michael Wright
May 25, 2026
Robert Michael “Mike” Wright, 66, of McGees Mills, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026 at Penn Highlands, DuBois Hospital.
He was born March 16, 1960, to Robert W. and Mary L. (Price) Wright in Spangler.
Mike was a heavy equipment operator for Benjamin Coal Company, Johnson Brothers Coal Company, Amfire Coal Company, and retired from B & W Constructors. Mike enjoyed...
Thomas L. Bush
May 25, 2026
Thomas L. Bush, 86, of Delancy, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026 at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital.
He was born August 29, 1939 in Punxsutawney to Howard L. and Dora (Milliron) Bush.
Tom was a member of St. John’s Reformed Church. He served with the United States Air Force. Tom worked for T.W Phillips Gas and Oil for 42 years before...
Howard J. Barnett
May 23, 2026
Howard J. Barnett, 70, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Saturday May 23, 2026 at his home.
He was born August 18, 1955 to Ardell and Shirley (Martin) Barnett in Punxsutawney.
Howard was a graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. He worked as a plumber for over 35 years with Brown Plumbing and Heating.
He is survived by two sons, Nicholas S. Shiock,...
Lu Ann Schrock
May 19, 2026
Lu Ann Schrock, 73, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2026 at Penn Highlands Brookville Hospital.
She was born March 21, 1953 to Lewis and Patricia (Blose) Cunningham in Punxsutawney.
Lu Ann was a former member of the Rossiter Presbyterian Church, and American Sealyham Terrier Club. She was a 1971 graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. After high school...
William S. "Bill" Ference
May 19, 2026
William S. “Bill” Ference, 67, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital.
He was born April 19, 1959, to Walter J. and Mary Louise (Gomola) Ference in Punxsutawney.
Bill was a member of Saint Cosmas and Damian Catholic Church in Punxsutawney. He was 1977 graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. Bill and his sister...
Dennis J. Cameron
May 19, 2026
Dennis J. Cameron, 73, of Rossiter, passed away on Tuesday May 19, 2026 at his home with his family by his side.
He was born January 31, 1953 to Ledzel “Sam” and Vernetta (Peterson) Cameron in Cleveland, OH.
Denny was a graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. He was a member of the Rossiter American Legion, Punxsutawney Theater Arts Guild and...
James Irvin Esposti, Jr.
May 10, 2026
James Irvin “Jim” Esposti, Jr., 69, of LaJose, passed away on Sunday May 10, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital.
He was born February 13, 1957, to James Irvin Esposti, Sr, and Dorothy (Parrish) Esposti in Punxsutawney.
Jim was a truck driver for over 30 years, before retiring in September 2025. Throughout his life, he served as Councilman, Mayor and President of...
Allen R. "Bud" Hicks
May 8, 2026
Allen R. “Bud” Hicks, 86, of Smicksburg, passed away on Friday May 8, 2026 at Mulberry Square.
He was born May 7, 1940, to the late, A. Ralph and Mildred (Crawford) Hicks in North Mahoning Township.
He married Brenda (Lewis) Hicks, on October 20, 1961. Together they spent 64 years of marriage together
Allen spent several years serving in the Army National Guard....
Randolph C. "Randy" McDivitt
May 3, 2026
Randolph C. “Randy” McDivitt, 71, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Mulberry Square, surrounded by his family.
He was born September 25, 1954 to Richard E. and Evelyn M. (Hetrick) McDivitt in Punxsutawney.
Randy attended Porter Methodist Church. He was a 1972 graduate of Jeff Tech. He worked for Doverspike Coal Company before becoming a self-employed truck driver....
Vance C. McCormick
May 3, 2026
Vance C. “Skeet” McCormick, 59, of Smicksburg, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at the DuBois Nursing Home, with his family by his side.
He was born February 27, 1967 to William L. and Geraldine (Hill) McCormick, in Punxsutawney.
Skeet was a true outdoorsman. He enjoyed anything outdoors, hunting and fishing, and taking care of his yard. He was proud of...
Pastor Arthur Blair Hugill
Apr 18, 2026
Pastor Arthur Blair Hugill, 93, of Mahaffey, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Penn Highlands Hospital in DuBois, PA.
He was born January 2, 1933 to Arthur Blair and Jennie Almeda (Ferguson) Hugill in Spangler.
Pastor Hugill was a man of unwavering faith, tireless industry and a profound “Heart of God”. He left a...
Ronald Ryen, Sr.
Apr 15, 2026
Ronald Rex Ryen, Sr. 89, of Rochester Mills, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at his home.
He was born November 22, 1936 to Harry R and Cecelia (Uhrin) Ryen in Indiana.
Ron was a graduate of Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He attended Saint Cosmas and Damian Catholic Church in...
Mary Jo Bush
Mar 29, 2026
Mary Jo Bush, 85, of Delancey, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital with her family by her side.
She was born January 25, 1941 to Richard T. and Lillian (Bleich) McQuown in Buffalo, NY.
Mary Jo was a member of St. John’s Reformed Church. In her younger years she worked for Rolo Jensen. She then worked...
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