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Matthew P. Elensky
Jun 14, 2025
Matthew P. Elensky, aged 62, son of Frank and Genevieve Elensky, passed away on June 14, 2025, at his home after losing his battle with depression. Born on October 7, 1962 in Curwensville, Pa. Matt graduated from Curwensville High School and soon after began his long and successful career in mining. Matt, affectionately known by his crew as "Whack," dedicated...
Florian Owen Temchulla
Jun 12, 2025
Florian Owen Temchulla, affectionately known as "Flory," was born on April 6, 1937, and went home to be with Jesus on June 12, 2025.
Flory served his country honorably for four years in the Army as a Green Beret
After his military career, he attended Penn Tech to become a machinist. This path led him to the proud ownership of T and...
Gary Lee Neff
Jun 11, 2025
Gary Lee Neff 82 of Palm Bay, FL died Wednesday, June 11, 2025 in Altoona, Pa surrounded by his family.
He retired from Brevard County School District as Head Custodian.
He is survived by 3 daughters Pam Neff Leonard (Ty), Tina Neff Grimes and Sherri Lee Neff. He has 7 grandchildren Shaunele (Jarret), Baron (Charlotte), Cody and Hunter Lyons, Danielle (Rick), Brandy...
Kyle Glenn Irwin
Jun 2, 2025
Kyle Glenn Irwin, a beloved son, brother, and friend, departed this world too soon on June 2, 2025. Born on July 12, 1992, in Dubois, Kyle captured the hearts of many with his kind spirit, sharp intellect, and infectious humor.
A dedicated lifelong learner, Kyle achieved two bachelor's degrees in language arts, specializing in German and French, and later earned a...
Helen M. Pearce
Jun 2, 2025
Helen passed away peacefully on 6/2/25 at the age of 87 at the DuBois Nursing Home.
She was born on 5/18/38 in Clearfield PA to Ida Shimmel. She is survived by her daughters: Peggy (Robert) Johnson, Lori Pearce and Debbie (Carmen Chimento) Pearce. By grandchildren: Jamie Johnson, Kayla Pearce, Jessica Pearce, Jennifer Frantz and Tyler Pearce. Great grandchildren: James, Jacob, Aubree,...
Michael James Kerin
May 26, 2025
Michael J Kerin, 68, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 26th, 2025. Known also as “Pappy” by loved ones and friends. He was born March 9th, 1957 in Philipsburg Pennsylvania. He was the son of the late James Michael Kerin, Bertha Mae McKissick Kerin and Lloyd Ralph Stonebraker. He was preceded in death by his brothers Tomas...
Charles M. Anders
May 9, 2025
Charles Michael Anders lovingly known as Chuck or Chuckie passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025 at the age of 62 at Penn Highlands Hospital in Dubois, PA. Born on November 1, 1962, in Pittsburgh, PA to Sandra L. & Charles B. Anders, Chuck lived a life defined by creativity, a passion for music, and an extraordinary work ethic.
Chuck was...
Lawrence 'Zeke' Jonas Zimmerman
May 3, 2025
Lawrence (Zeke) Jonas Zimmerman, 61, of Julian, PA, passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2025 surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s/Dementia. He was born on January 7, 1964 to Lawrence J. Zimmerman and Ethel M. (Liberty) Zimmerman. He married his wife Kimberly (Oswalt) Zimmerman on June 13, 1987. They would have celebrated 38 years...
Matt Sones
Apr 29, 2025
Matthew James Allen Sones, 41, passed away on April 29, 2025 at his home.
He was born September 3, 1983, the son of Randy and Donna (Zortman) Sones.
Matt loved to be outdoors and enjoyed fishing. He was a New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys fan.
He is survived by his parents, Randy and Donna Sones; a daughter, Alivia Justice; a sister, Leigh...
Gary Steven Price
Apr 24, 2025
Gary Steven Price passed away at home on April 24, 2025.
He was born December 5, 1951.
Gary leaves behind his loving wife, Betsie Price, and his four children: Quentin Price, Lacey Price, Steven (Karen) Cox, and Lori Shields. He will also be lovingly remembered by his eleven grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy G. Price and Evelyn J....
Peggy Ann Eggler
Apr 16, 2025
Peggy Ann (Bloom) Eggler, 77, of Port Matilda, PA, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025. Born on July 6, 1947, in Pine Grove Mills, PA, to John W. Bloom and Jean E. (Richards) Bloom, Peggy was a 1965 graduate of State College High School. She married her beloved husband, Richard Eggler, on August 26, 1967, and they shared 57...
Doris J (Dickey) Biggie
Apr 12, 2025
Doris Jane Biggie, 76, a beloved Nana and cherished friend, peacefully passed away on April 12, 2025, in Reynoldsville. Born on June 13, 1948, in Dubois, Doris lived a life filled with joy, love, and the warmth of family and friends. She was the daughter of late Harry Dickey and Blanche (Wayland) Dickey.
Doris devoted much of her career to Eat...
George Arthur Etzweiler
Mar 16, 2025
George A. Etzweiler, 105, died peacefully on March 16, 2025, from complications of pneumonia.
Born March 14, 1920, in Derry Township, PA, he was the son of Charles and Esther (Lash) Etzweiler. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Mary (Richard) Etzweiler (married May 23, 1942); all siblings (Raymond, Melvin, Pearl Treaster, and Esther...
Patricia J. 'Tish' Picard
Mar 7, 2025
"Tish" 88 of Frenchville passed away Saturday March 8, 2025,after a short stay at Mt. Laurel Healthcare and Rehabilitation center. She was a resident of Dayspring Personal Care Home in Forest, PA for the last three and half years where she was well cared for and loved.
Born on May 28, 1936, in Philipsburg, PA. She was the daughter of the...
James Patrick Banholzer, Jr. and Sr.
Mar 1, 2025
James Patrick Banholzer, Jr & Sr
James “Jim” Patrick Banholzer, Junior- AKA “Spiderman”
Jim’s gentle soul navigated beyond the physical world February 27th, 2025, where he was welcomed by many family and friends who had already earned their wings - especially his cousin, Philip DeBarber, where they can now continue their shenanigans together from above.
Jim’s talents were multidimensional - he ran out...
Edna Josephine Bortz
Feb 25, 2025
Edna Josephine Bortz, affectionately known as "Jo," was born on December 19, 1933, in her family home in Plumcreek, Pennsylvania. She gracefully embraced the journey of life until she peacefully departed at home on February 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy rich in love, hard work, and dedication.
A high school graduate of the Elderton Joint High School, Jo pursued her...
Donald Lee Fry
Feb 19, 2025
Donald Lee Fry, beloved son, brother, father, and friend, departed this world on February 19, 2025, at the age of 55, in Erie, Pennsylvania, after a courageous battle with stage four glioblastoma multiforme brain cancer. Born on October 15, 1969, in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, Don, as he was affectionately called, embraced life with a vibrance that resonated through the many roads...
Dorothy Ann Luciano
Feb 10, 2025
Dorothy passed away peacefully on Monday February 10, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Mary (Saksa) Straka and her beloved husband George Luciano. She is survived by siblings Barbara (Straka) Peterson, John Straka, and Michael Straka; sister-in-law Judy (Luciano) Tedesco; children Tina Kephart (Luciano) and Michelle Meyers (Luciano); grandchildren Avery Luciano, Timothy Gardner Jr, Matthew...
Craig R Coble
Feb 8, 2025
Craig Coble, of Kersey, died on Saturday February 8th at Penn Highlands DuBois, after a lengthy illness, at the age of 65.
He was the son of the late Owen and Beatrice Coble, formerly of Weedville, and is survived by brothers Eric of Huntsville, AL, Kurt of Mamaroneck, NY, and sister Dr. Signe McCallum of West Chester, PA.
Craig was a 1978...
Natalie Carter
Feb 1, 2025
Natalie Carter, 52, passed away on February 1, 2025, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
Natalie was Jehovah Witness by faith.
Natalie is survived by her parents, Barbara and Jerome Offhaus; uncle, Gene and Shiela Offhaus of West Seneca, NY; uncle, Roger Smielecki of Chester, VA; and uncle, Steve and Amy McFarland of Douglasville, GA.
Natalie is preceded in death by her grandparents; five uncles;...
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