Obituaries

Apr 22, 2017

David W. "Puppy" Bullers, 67 of Punxsutawney, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2017 at his home.

Mr. Bullers was born April 20, 1950, a son of the late Wayne and Lorraine Bullers and one brother; Dennis Bullers.

He was a veteran of the US Army having served during the Korean era. He was a member...

Apr 21, 2017

Shirley A. Davis, 80 of Punxsutawney, passed away Friday, April 21, 2017 at Mulberry Square Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center.

Ms. Davis was born October 31, 1936 in Rossiter, a daughter of the late Clayton Sr. and Martha (McCully) Riddle.

She is survived by one son; Russell "Rusty" Davis (Bettie) of Punxsutawney, three daughters; Kathy...

Apr 19, 2017

Merle L. "Pee Wee" Sprankle, 91 of Punxsutawney, passed away Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at Mulberry Square Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center.

Merle was born February 21,1926 in Hamilton, a son of the late George and Carmen (Harwick) Sprankle. He was also preceded in death by his son Doug Sprankle.

He married the love of...

Apr 10, 2017

Edward J. Esposti, 61 of Mahaffey, passed away Monday, April 10, 2017 at his home.

Mr. Esposti was born on January 4, 1956 in Mahaffey, a son of the late James and Dorothy (Parrish) Esposti.

He married his loving wife of 41 years, Kathy R. (Bennett), on September 11, 1976.

Mr. Esposti worked...

Apr 5, 2017

Anthony J. "Tony" Runco, 55 of Punxsutawney, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at his home.

He was born on March 4, 1962 in Punxsutawney, a son of the late Dominic and Colomba (Perfili) Runco.

Tony was a member of the Ss. Cosmas & Damian Church and the Lindsey Volunteer Fire Company. He was the...

Mar 29, 2017

Loretta K. Dickey, 65 of Mahaffey, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 29, 2017.

She was born on October 8, 1951 in Clearfield, a daughter of the late Raymond and Jeanette Caldwell.

She married her late husband, Boyd N. Dickey Jr. on January 30, 1971.

Loretta was a loving mother and grandmother...

Mar 29, 2017

Richard M. Bianco, 85 of Punxsutawney, passed away Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at Mulberry Square Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center.

He was born on September 22, 1931 in Punxsutawney, a son of the late Guy J. and Thelma (Emberg) Bianco.

Richard was a proud veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean War. He...

Mar 28, 2017

Lisa Diane Raybuck, 57, passed away at her home early on the morning of Tuesday, March 28, 2017.

She was born May 19, 1959, in Punxsutawney to Leo B. Engle and Helen (Collett) of Timblin. She is survived by her husband Randy of Sprankle Mills, her son Ben of Johnstown, her sister Debbie Phillips (Paul) of Timblin,...

Mar 25, 2017

Lance Scott Reams, 31 of Ridgeway, died Saturday, March 25, 2017 at his home.

He was born on April 7, 1985 in St. Mary's, PA., a son of Quinton R. Reams, of Homer City, and Judith Ann Tucker, of Falls Creek.

Lance enjoyed writing, hunting, and spending time with his many friends.

He...

Mar 15, 2017

Betty I. (States) Smith, 92 of Rossiter, passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at her home.

Mrs. Smith was born August 30, 1924 in Rochester Mills, a daughter of the late Albert and Violet (Gaston) States.

She attended the Canoe Ridge Church of God. She enjoyed caring for her family, crocheting, and quilting.

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Mar 12, 2017

Jane S. "Beaty" Byerly, 94 of Worthville, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2017 at Armstrong County Memorial Hospital.

Mrs. Byerly was born February 25, 1923 in Worthville, a daughter of the late Reed and Elizabeth (Caylor) Smith.

Jane was a member of Coolspring United Methodist Church. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, embroidery, and gardening. She was...

Mar 10, 2017

Amos J. Gibson, 83 of Stump Creek, passed away Friday, March 10, 2017 at Mulberry Square Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center.

Mr. Gibson was born June 20, 1933 in Colver, a son of the late Arthur and Alice (Jackson) Gibson.

He was a veteran of the US Navy serving during the Korean Conflict.

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Mar 9, 2017

Mary Ann Manners, 79 of Punxsutawney, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2017 at her home surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Manners was born November 13, 1937 in Mahaffey, a daughter of the late Arthur and Violet (Styers) Frampton.

She was preceded in death by her husband Walter D. Manners. She was a lifetime member of...

Mar 6, 2017

Kathryn Elaine Smith, 84, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 6, 2017.

She was born on June 19, 1932 in Mahaffey, a daughter of the late Dallas and Zoe (Baker) Miller.

She was one of ten children in her family. She attended Mahaffey High School where she was a cheerleader. On April...

Mar 1, 2017

Eston L. "Shorty" Merritts, 72 of Punxsutawney, passed away at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh on Wednesday, March 1, 2017.

Mr. Merritts was born on May 6, 1944 in Alliquippa, a son of the late Lester L. and Martha (Detweiler) Merritts.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Terry (Leipold) Merritts of...

Feb 28, 2017

Thane E. "Bobby" Lucas, 15 of Mahaffey, beloved son of Tad and Chris (Clark) Lucas of Mahaffey, who survive, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at UPMC Altoona.

Thane was born November 15, 2001 in State College.

He was a Junior Firefighter in the Mahaffey Volunteer Fire Department. He loved hunting and fishing,...

Feb 27, 2017

John Richard "Ric" Phillips, Jr., 62

John Richard "Ric" Phillips, Jr., 62, passed away at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital on Monday, February 27, 2017.

Mr. Phillips was born on July 10, 1954 in Punxsutawney, a son of the late John R. Phillips and Irene (Gresock) Phillips who survives.

He married his wife Marianne...

Feb 20, 2017

Violet K. Stear, 94 of Rossiter, passed away Monday, February 20, 2017 at DuBois Nursing Home.

Violet was born May 26, 1922 in Dolben, W,VA., a daughter of the late Elmer and Elsie (Robey) Laurie.

She was preceded in death by her husband Wird A. Stear three brothers; Layton Hoopengarner, Arven Hoopengarner, and infant Ardon...

Feb 8, 2017

Ruth E. Manners, 89 of Punxsutawney, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving family, where she went to meet the Lord.

Mrs. Manners was born on October 13, 1927 in Reynoldsville, a daughter of the late Phillip and Mabel (Hollenbaugh) Uplinger.

She was preceded in death on June 26, 2005...

Feb 2, 2017

James E. Kaza, 83 of Punxsutawney, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2017 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

James was born January 17, 1934 in Punxsutawney, a son of the late George and Ann (Sovich) Kaza.

He enjoyed camping and bowling.

He is survived by his wife, Jean (Aul) Kaza of...