Obituaries

Nov 10, 2023

Sage L. Campbell, aged just one year and ten days, passed away on November 10, 2023, in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania. Born in Harrisburg on October 31, 2022, Sage brought immense joy to her family during her short time with them.

Sage was the beloved daughter of Devin and Briar (Lehman) Campbell and the cherished little sister of...

Nov 9, 2023

Lisa J. Jameson, 54 of Jersey Shore passed away Thursday evening November 9, 2023 at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.  She was born in Altoona October 27, 1969 the daughter of Eugene and Eva Jean "Jeannie" (Burgess) Cillo, who survive and live in Jersey Shore.  She was a 1987 graduate of Jersey Shore High School where she was...

Nov 8, 2023

Linda J. Caris, age 82, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023, in Jersey Shore. She was born on December 12, 1940, in Lock Haven, and her vibrant spirit will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her.

Linda dedicated her life to her work as a self-employed hairdresser, bringing joy to her clients with...

Nov 4, 2023

JERSEY SHORE - John P. Eck, 59, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023 at the Gatehouse after a courageous battle with cancer.  His family was by his side.

He was the son of Carol L. (Wenner) Eck of Jersey Shore and the late Daniel J. Eck, Sr. who passed away in 2005.

John served his...

Oct 31, 2023

Randall L.  Burgit, lovingly known as Randy, was born on December 18, 1961, in Jersey Shore. He peacefully passed away on October 31, 2023, in Williamsport at the age of 61. Randy was a remarkable individual who lived a fulfilling life.

Randy dedicated several years of his professional life to West Pharmaceuticals in Jersey Shore from which...

Oct 30, 2023

Evelyn C. Bowes, 79, formerly of Lock Haven, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023 at Butler Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Hackensack, New Jersey on October 24, 1944 to the late George and Elinor (Magnuson) Strauch. Evelyn was an executive secretary for Woolrich for 18 years, followed by a second career as a dental assistant...

Oct 30, 2023

LOYALSOCK - Richard G. "Dick" Grugan, 93, passed away Monday, October 30, 2023 at Heritage Springs Memory Care (Montoursville), Muncy.

He was married on October 10, 1953 to the former Frances J. (Bailey), who survives.  They just celebrated 70 years of marriage.

Richard was born on March 15, 1930 in Charleston, West Virginia and was...

Oct 29, 2023

Harry D. Knarr, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2023, in Williamsport at the age of 86. He was born on November 3, 1936, in Rauchtown, to the late Henry E. and Elizabeth (Sents) Knarr, Sr.

Harry was a man of simple pleasures and found joy in the little things in life....

Oct 28, 2023

William Richard "Dick" Young, age 85, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2023 at Nippenose Valley Village in Oval, Pennsylvania. He was born on April 30, 1938, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to the late E. Clair and Esther (Steppy) Young.

Dick dedicated his career to serving his country as an Administrative Superintendent for the United States Air Force....

Oct 27, 2023

AVIS - Ian M. Lehman, 38, passed away Friday, October 27, 2023 at his home.

Ian was born on September 2, 1985 in Williamsport and was the son of Diane (Miller) Finkenbinder of S. Williamsport and the late David Neil Lehman.  He graduated from Jersey Shore High School in 2004 and had worked at Shop Vac and...

Oct 26, 2023

Elsie L. Parks, beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted educator, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2023, in Lock Haven at the age of 86. She was born on May 8, 1937, in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania, to the late Ford W. and Mary "Jane" M. (Thompson) Bonnell.

Elsie dedicated over 30 years of her life to teaching, making...

Oct 26, 2023

Patricia A. Lehman, beloved wife of Donald "Duke" Lehman passed away peacefully on October 26, 2023, at Manor Care North in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, at the age of 81. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

Patricia was born on December 25, 1941, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to the late Aldas Carpenter and Elizabeth Mann Edwards. On...

Oct 25, 2023

Sharon Ann (Laylon) Boatman of Avis passed away October 25, 2023 at the age of 78.  She was born on April 28, 1945 in Williamsport.  She was predeceased by her husband, William L. Boatman; her parents, Twila and Norman Shearer and her grandson, Jonathan Boatman.  She leaves behind four generations of family who will miss her; her three sisters,...

Oct 21, 2023

JERSEY SHORE - Shirley Rae Whitnack, aged 88, passed away peacefully with her family in Jersey Shore Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday, October 21, 2023.

Shirley was born on February 11, 1935 in Waterbury, CT to Martha Stella (Day) Whitnack and Lloyd Alvin Whitnack.  She grew up in Williamsport and Nisbet. She was daddy's little...

Oct 3, 2023

Robert B. Karstetter, lovingly known as "Boozer," passed away peacefully on October 3, 2023, at the age of 91. He was born on January 14, 1932, at his family's home in Rauchtown. Robert's passing has left a void in the hearts of his family and friends, but his memory will forever be cherished.

Throughout his life, Robert...

Sep 26, 2023

Gary D. Bodle, beloved son, father, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on September 26, 2023, at the age of 58. He was born on January 23, 1965, in Williamsport, PA, and his vibrant spirit touched the lives of those around him.

Gary dedicated his professional career as a Technical Engineer in the Pharmaceutical industry, where he...

Sep 26, 2023

Shelly K. (Willits) Smith, age 58, of Jersey Shore, PA, passed away on September 26, 2023. She was born on November 24, 1964, in Jersey Shore, PA, to the late Marion (Anderson) Willits and Frank Willits.

Shelly dedicated many years of her life as the Assistant Head Cook at Jersey Shore Elementary School. Her hard work and...

Sep 22, 2023

JERSEY SHORE - Harriet Z. Heisey, 96, passed away Friday, September 22, 2023 at Jersey Shore Skilled Nursing.

She was born in Porter Township on May 28, 1927 and was the daughter of the late Christian I. and Mary (Zeigler) Heisey.  Harriet graduated from Jersey Shore High School and then attended Penn State.  She had worked at...

Sep 20, 2023

Gary L. Best, 79, of Jersey Shore, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Nippenose Valley Village.

He was married to the late Linda P. (Parker) Best from 1966 until the time of her death on January 21, 2020.

Gary was born on July 19, 1944 in Williamsport and was the son of the late...

Sep 11, 2023

Neil H. Lehman, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2023, at the age of 92. He was born on June 4, 1931, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, to the late Ralph Lehman and Esta (Miller) Lehman. Neil's passing leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Throughout...