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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Joyce E. Deahl
Aug 20, 2024
Joyce E. Deahl, 78, of Rossiter, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.
She was born on November 28, 1945, to Raymond and Carabell (Lockard) Roush.
Joyce was a graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School. After high school, she met the love of her life, Gary Deahl, to whom she was married on August 16, 1965....
Joseph A. Shrecengost
Aug 20, 2024
Joseph A. Shrecengost, 73, of Mayport, passed away on August 20, 2024. He was born June 20, 1951 to the late Warren and Dorothy (Reimer) Shrecengost in Punxsutawney.
After graduating from Punxsutawney Area High School in 1969, he became a truck driver. Joe was the owner of both Mt. Tabor Trucking and Shrecengost Company for over 40 years.
Surviving relatives include his...
Gary "Pedro" W. Pearce
Aug 17, 2024
Gary “Pedro” Pearce passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2024, at the age of 66.
Our family was not expecting Pedro’s life to be cut short. We are all devastated by this huge loss, and he will be forever missed. He was born with a natural sense of humor, a contagious laugh and a heart of gold. Pedro was always fun...
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