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Paul E. Reitz
Dec 23, 2024
Paul E. Reitz, 99, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Dec. 23, 2024, at Mulberry Square in Punxsutawney.
He was born April 11, 1925, to John and Mabel (Wise) Reitz in New Salem, Armstrong County.
After high school, Paul served three years with the Army Air Corps during WWII. He then made his career as a specialized carpenter building furniture, using skills he...
Thomas E. Reitz
Dec 23, 2024
Thomas Edward Reitz, 61 of Summerville, passed away on Monday December 23, 2024.
He was born December 27, 1962, to Melvin and Virginia (Stephens) Reitz in Brookville.
He was a 1981 graduate of Brookville High School He worked as a Heavy Equipment operator for various coal companies. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, camping, traveling, and gardening. He was well known for his...
James M. Catalano
Dec 21, 2024
James M. Catalano, 65 of Rossiter, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at his home.
He was born on July 20, 1959, to Francis Dominic and Nancy (Deter) Catalano in Rossiter.
Jim was a graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School. He then worked for Heatager Drilling. Jim then worked as a tree trimmer for various tree trimming companies. He enjoyed working...
Ronald Robert Podgers
Dec 18, 2024
Ronald Robert “Bob” Podgers, 79, of Albion, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at his home.
He was born November 17, 1945 to Walter and Georgeina (Hobba) Podgers in Punxsutawney.
Bob or “Podge” as people knew him, was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ and Punxsutawney Eagles #1231. He worked the majority of his life in the natural...
Jacqueline S. Mercer
Dec 16, 2024
Jacqueline S. Mercer, 81, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024 at Miners Hospital in Hastings.
She was born August 28, 1943, to Henry and Lena (Pastor) Russell in Tonawanda, NY.
Jackie attended the Salvation Army Church. She was a member of Punxsutawney Moose Lodge and Punxsutawney American Legion. She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed collecting Betty Boop...
Randon R. Mottern
Dec 16, 2024
Randon “Randy” R. Mottern, 72, passed away on December 16, 2024, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.
Randy graduated from Punxsutawney Area High School in 1970 and went into the welding industry. He married the love of his life, Debra S. Gotwald, on December 12, 1984. He attended St. Peters United Church of Christ and was a member of Local 354...
Russell "Dick" Marshall Jr.
Dec 14, 2024
Russell “Dick” Marshall, Jr., 81, of Punxsutawney, passed away on December 14th 2024 at his home.
He was born on March 15, 1943, to the late Russell and Lois Marshall in Punxsutawney.
He was the owner and operator of Punxsy Locksmith. He enjoyed watching westerns, going camping and going to Hazen Flea Market and county fairs. Most of all he enjoyed talking...
Eunice I. Long
Dec 14, 2024
Eunice I. Long, 61, of Punxsutawney, passed away December 14, 2024 in Punxsutawney.
She was born January 26, 1960 in Manhattan, New York.
Eunice made her home with the late Russell “Dick” Marshall, Jr. She enjoyed talking on the phone, going camping, shopping and visiting churches in the area.
Eunice will be missed by her dear friends Tiffany Everetts and William Conner, her...
Leslie Joseph Murray, II
Dec 14, 2024
Leslie Joseph "Joe" Murray, II, was born on January 1, 1940, in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. He passed away on December 14, 2024, at the McKinley Health Center in Brookville, PA. Joe lived a fulfilling life, dedicated to both his career and his family.
A 1957 graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School, Joe laid a strong foundation that supported his professional pursuits. Joe's...
Earl E. Barnett, Jr.
Dec 13, 2024
Earl E. Barnett, Jr. 78, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, at his home.
He was born June 6, 1946, to Ann Magura Barnette in Monaca, Beaver County.
Earl was a member at St. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church. He worked at Jefferson Grocery for over 30 years before retiring. He enjoyed reading, learning about boats, watching ice...
Virginia L. Seger
Dec 13, 2024
Virginia L. Seger, born on September 15, 1937, in Punxsutawney, passed away on December 13, 2024, at the DuBois Nursing Home in DuBois. Virginia was a devoted homemaker who cherished her role in taking care of her husband and their two sons.
After graduating high school, she dedicated herself to her family, where she took pride in maintaining a beautiful yard,...
Joshua Paul Cooper
Dec 12, 2024
Joshua Paul Cooper passed away on December 12, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. He was born November 20, 1978 in Pittsburgh, PA. The oldest of three children to G. Robert (Bob) and MaryAnn (M.A.) Cooper, Josh moved through this world with his magnetic charm and charisma, drawing in those who loved him. He was a...
David L. Hoover
Dec 12, 2024
David L. Hoover, 77, of Smicksburg, passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at Mulberry Square in Punxsutawney.
He was born in Punxsutawney on April 27, 1947, to John Q. and Elizabeth (Dormire) Hoover.
Dave was a very active lifetime member of the Hamilton United Methodist Church. He was a 1965 Graduate of the Punxsutawney Area...
Jon M. Snyder
Dec 12, 2024
Jon M. Snyder, 80, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at Mulberry Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by his family.
Jon was born on August 1, 1944, to Paul and Leila (Kromer) Snyder in Punxsutawney.
Jon was a graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the US Army and served in the Vietnam War. He then began...
Merle E. Aikens
Dec 12, 2024
Merle E. Aikens, 87, of Punxsutawney, passed away on December 12, 2024 at Mahoning Riverside Manor in Punxsutawney.
Merle was born in Punxsutawney on August 24, 1937. He graduated from Punxsutawney Area High School and went on to make a career in the construction industry, retiring from Halstrom Construction as a General Superintendent.
Merle was married November 8, 1958 to Judy G....
Miles John Bouch
Dec 11, 2024
Miles John Bouch, 72, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Punxsutawney Area Hospital.
Miles was born on January 11, 1952 to Walter and Margaret (Clark) Bouch in Punxsutawney.
He graduated from Purchase Line High School, before marrying the love of his life Beverly Kanarr on October 16th, 1971. Miles was drafted into the Army in 1972 and later deployed to...
Charlotte M. Lane
Dec 7, 2024
Charlotte M. Lane, 87, of Punxsutawney passed away on December 7, 2024 surrounded by her family.
She was born November 18, 1937 in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania to the late John C. and Ethel Mae (Lewis) Hill.
Charlotte was a member of the Salvation Army Church. She enjoyed softball and was a member of Charlie's Arco softball team. Charlotte’s other hobbies included crocheting, puzzles,...
Christopher L. Adams
Dec 7, 2024
Christopher L. “Chris” Adams, 64, of Punxsutawney, PA, received his wings on December 7, 2024 after a valiant battle with dementia.
Chris was born on September 2, 1960 to Hollie and Rita (Streight) Adams in Fremont, OH. He lived most of his life in Toledo, OH before settling down in Punxsutawney.
Learning to play the guitar at a young age from his...
Wilmer L. McQuown
Nov 25, 2024
Wilmer L. McQuown, born on July 17, 1934, in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 25, 2024 at the Dubois Nursing Home.
After graduating high school, he served with the National Guard and then spent his career as a Foreman in Line Clearance for Penn Lines.
Outside of work, Wilmer enjoyed tending to his animals and running his tractors on his hobby...
Gary L. Basile
Nov 24, 2024
Gary Lynn Basile (83) of Rossiter passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family on November 24, 2024. The son of Lee Onidus and Elizabeth Agnes (Wassil) Basile of Rossiter, Gary was born on December 10, 1940 and lived every day since to the fullest. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Gary served as...
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