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Larry L. Jarbeck

Larry L. Jarbeck

Nov 18, 2024

Lawrence "Larry" L. Jarbeck passed away on November 18, 2024, peacefully at Mulberry Square Elder Care and Rehabilitation Center. 

Larry has been entrusted into the care of McCabe Funeral Home, Inc., 114 Maple Ave., Punxsutawney, PA, 15767.

A full obituary will posted at a later date.

Frances (Restifo) Anderson Tribisondi

Frances (Restifo) Anderson Tribisondi

Nov 15, 2024

Francesca (Restifo) Anderson Tribisondi, 89, passed away peacefully, Friday, November 15, 2024, in her home surrounded by her children.

Frances was born on July 7, 1935, to Gaetano “Guy” and Domenica “Maggie” (Irato) Restifo in Punxsutawney. Her given name was “Francesca Maria Restifo”. She was the youngest child. 

Frances always found joy in crocheting and working in her flower gardens. Her favorite...

Herbert M. Haagen

Herbert M. Haagen

Nov 14, 2024

Herbert M. Haagen of Punxsutawney, passed away on November 14, 2024 at home surrounded by his family.

He was born on November 17, 1945 to John Rex and Sarah Kathryn (Davis) Haagen.

He married his high school sweetheart, Joyce E. (Hopkins) Haagen, on June 25, 1966 and spent a long 58 years with her. Throughout his working years, Herbert worked as a...

Geary J. Smith

Geary J. Smith

Nov 10, 2024

Geary J. Smith passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Penn Highlands, DuBois Hospital. 

He was born December 13, 1946, to Bruce and Dorothy (Neil) Smith in Punxsutawney.

Geary was a graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. After graduating he enlisted in the United States Army, serving in the Vietnam War. Geary then attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he...

Elsie "Kitty" K. Lucas

Elsie "Kitty" K. Lucas

Nov 7, 2024

Elsie K. Lucas, 84, of Home PA passed away on Thursday November 7, 2024 at the Heritage Grove in Indiana.

She was born on April 7th, 1940, to Thomas and Evelyn (McCracken) Allenbaugh in Punxsutawney.

Kitty attended Punxsutawney Area High School. She married the love of her life Dwayne Lucas who sadly passed before she did in 2005. Kitty was an amazing...

William T. Thorp

William T. Thorp

Oct 30, 2024

William Truman Thorp, 92, of Hepburnia died Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at his residence. 

Born August 17, 1932, in Grampian, he was the son of Russell Kirk and Blanche Marie (Spencer) Thorp. 

He was a lifetime coal miner having worked for Hepburnia Coal Company and eventually owning Penn-Grampian Coal Company and BBC Coal Company. He was a member of the West Branch...

Ida Pearl Neal

Ida Pearl Neal

Oct 28, 2024

Ida Pearl Neal, 97 of Rossiter, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024, at Rose Haven Personal Care in Indiana.

She was born, May 11, 1927, to Loy R. and Veda (States) Vite in Rossiter.

Ida was Christian by faith. She was a cafeteria aid for over 30 years for the Punxsutawney Area School District, which was all spent at Banks Canoe Elementary...

James E. McKendree

James E. McKendree

Oct 25, 2024

James McKendree, 75, of Coolspring, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital.

He was born on April 5, 1949, in New York to James Peter and Mildred Viola (Anthony) McKendree

Jim graduated from Punxsutawney High School in 1969. Shortly after his graduation, he entered the air force as a medical service specialist. He married the love of...

Rose E. Curry

Rose E. Curry

Oct 22, 2024

Rose Ella Curry of Mahaffey passed away at home on October 22, 2024. Her family was by her side

She was born February 24, 1935 in Burnside to Albert “Blair” and Clara (Weaver) Gearhart.

She was salutatorian of her graduating class at Mahaffey High School and she attended Dubois Business College.

She was a homemaker who baked, canned, gardened and cared for animals...

Russell F. "Rusty" "B-Man" Bowser

Russell F. "Rusty" "B-Man" Bowser

Oct 17, 2024

Russell F. (Rusty or B-Man) Bowser, 66, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Mulberry Square.

He was born April 8, 1958, to the late Eugene R. and Joan M. (Smith) Bowser in Punxsutawney.

Rusty was a long-time member of the Punxsutawney Eagles and an active member of the Punxsutawney Lions Club. He was a generous, giving and kind-hearted...

Steven S. Jenary

Steven S. Jenary

Oct 16, 2024

Steven S. Jenary, known affectionately as "Steve," passed away on October 16, 2024, at Punxsutawney Area Hospital. 

He was born on September 12, 1972, in Dubois to James M. "Satch" and Debbie Jo Jenary. 

Steve was a 1990 graduate of Jeff Tech. He began driving truck and then spent his career as a dispatcher in the trucking industry. He enjoyed riding his...

Ralph R. Pearce, Jr.

Ralph R. Pearce, Jr.

Oct 15, 2024

Ralph R. Pearce, Jr., 74, of Saltsburg, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at Indiana Regional Medical Center.

 

He was born Ralph R. Pearce, Sr. and Lillie (Shields) Pearce in Urey, Indiana County.

 

Ralph worked as a coal miner in western Pennsylvania, before moving his family to Gunnison Colorado, where he worked as a guide for hunting and fishing. Then working...

Wesley Bodenhorn

Wesley Bodenhorn

Oct 4, 2024

Wesley Bodenhorn, 80, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Johnstown. 

He was born September 25, 1944 to Eugene and Geraldine (Catarouche) Bodenhorn in Punxsutawney.

Wes was a member of the Reynoldsville Eagles. He worked for Thermal Guard in Punxsy for over 20 years, before his retirement. He enjoyed hunting, spotting deer, fishing at Cloe...

John M. Thounhurst

John M. Thounhurst

Sep 24, 2024

John M. Thounhurst, 85, passed away on September 24, 2024, at Mulberry Square Elder Care and Rehabilitation Center in Punxsutawney, PA.

 

He was born on August 6, 1939, to John and Edith (Bucci) Thounhurst of Avonmore, PA.

 

John married the love of his life, Mary E. (Crawford) Thounhurst, whom he met in college, in 1963, and they have spent a wonderful 61...

Harry "Le Roy" L. Harrold

Harry "Le Roy" L. Harrold

Sep 18, 2024

Le Roy Harrold, 88 passed away on Wednesday September 18, 2024 at Meadows Nursing Home.

He was born February 25, 1936 to Mary (Costic) Harrold in Punxsutawney. 

Le Roy worked as a foremen for Frank Roberts and sons for many years before retiring. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. He was a man who enjoyed hunting, fishing,...

Tricia L. Martin

Tricia L. Martin

Sep 3, 2024

Tricia Luanne (Wayland) Martin, age 88 of Punxsutawney, PA went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones, now safe and secure in the arms of her Savior. Though saddened by her passing, her family rejoices in her triumphant return to her heavenly Father.

Tricia was born in Summerville, PA...

Joyce E. Haagen

Joyce E. Haagen

Aug 27, 2024

Joyce E. Haagen of Punxsutawney,  passed away on August 26, 2024 in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. 

She was born on March 10, 1947, in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, to Homer and Anna Laura (Homefelt) Hopkins. Joyce graduated from Purchase Line High School, Class of 1965.

Throughout her career, Joyce displayed a strong work ethic and dedication. She worked at Laurie Footwear and TA Truck Stop, and...

Patricia A. Uzzo

Patricia A. Uzzo

Aug 24, 2024

Patricia A. Uzzo, 75 of Punxsutawney, passed away on Saturday August 24, 2024, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. 

She was born October 19, 1948, to Louis J. and Mary Louise (Petkash) Vizza in Punxsutawney.

Patti was a member of the Saint Cosmas and Damian Catholic Church in Punxsutawney. She was a 1966 graduate of Punxsutawney High School. Patti then received her...

Samuel J. Gattuso

Samuel J. Gattuso

Aug 22, 2024

Samuel J. Gattuso, 102, passed away at DuBois Nursing Home on August 22, 2024.

Samuel was born on March 25, 1922, to Joseph and Mary (Longo) Gattuso in Punxsutawney.

He attended the Punxsutawney Area High School before going to a mechanical school in Blairsville. On June 29, 1980, he married his wife Elizabeth (Ringled) Gattuso. He later opened up Gattuso’s Repair shop...

Gavin M. Schurr

Gavin M. Schurr

Aug 21, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and an incredible sense of loss that we say goodbye to Gavin M. Schurr, 16, of Punxsutawney, who passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. 

Born on November 4, 2007, in Punxsutawney, Gavin was currently in the 11th grade at Punxsutawney Area High School. Gavin had a passion for sports. Soccer was his go-to game, but...

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