Obituaries

Timothy L. Lamey

May 9, 2025

Timothy L. Lamey, 67, of Antes Fort went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. Tim was born September 24, 1957 in Jersey Shore.  The son of Carl and Juanita Clements Lamey.  He was a graduate of Jersey Shore High School and attended Penn College of...

Gary Richard Umstead, Sr.

May 7, 2025

AVIS - Gary R. Umstead, Sr., a devoted family man and proud veteran, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, in Williamsport (Divine Providence, The Gatehouse), at the age of 86.  Gary was born on March 7, 1939, to the late Russell and Mary (Bortz) Umstead in Montour County, PA.  Gary led a life marked by dedication to his...

Gabriel Robert Johnson

May 6, 2025

Gabriel Robert Johnson, 19, of Jersey Shore passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

Born April 19, 2006, in Lock Haven, he was the son Karyn and Kevin Stiadle, Jersey Shore and Dean and Natalia Johnson, Nisbet.

Gabe was a 2024 graduate of Jersey Shore Area High School. He worked at Wal-Mart...

Christine R (Yahn) Schliebener

Apr 7, 2025

Christine R. (Yahn) Schliebener, 56, of Lock Haven, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025.  She was born on April 22, 1968, in Lock Haven, to Elaine (Dullen) Yahn and the late James Yahn.

Christine devoted much of her life to her work as a Food Service Manager, a role through which she touched many lives with...

Mary "Mick" Miller

Apr 5, 2025

Mary "Mick" Miller, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, at The Gatehouse in Williamsport. Born on January 31, 1945, in Jersey Shore, Mick was 80 years old at the time of her passing.

A proud graduate of Jersey Shore Area High School, class of 1962 and a lifelong resident of...

Darlene Lillie Possinger

Apr 3, 2025

Darlene Lillie Possinger, a beacon of kindness and warmth, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, at her residence at the age of 63. Born on June 4, 1961, in East Stroudsburg, Darlene lived a life filled with love, dedication, and an unwavering spirit that inspired all who knew her.

Darlene's work was as varied as it...

Ruth L (Bortz) Frye

Mar 31, 2025

Ruth L. Frye, 90, of Jersey Shore and formerly of Avis, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at the Williamsport Home.  She was born in Limestone Township, Montour County, PA on September 2, 1934, the daughter of the late Ralph E. Bortz and Reva A. Fenstemacher Bortz.  Married to Samuel D. Frye, Sr. on February 14, 1953.  Samuel...

Charles O. Fausey

Mar 24, 2025

AVIS - Charles O. Fausey, 85, passed away Monday, March 24, 2025 at his home.

In keeping with his wishes, there will be no services.

Arrangements are being handled by Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home, Jersey Shore, PA.

Mary L. (Clements) Snyder

Mar 23, 2025

JERSEY SHORE - Mary L. (Clements) Watkins Snyder, 82, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Jersey Shore Geisinger Hospital.

In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services.

Arrangements are being handled by Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home, 1002 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore, PA.

Jeffrey L. Welshans

Mar 21, 2025

Jeffrey L. Welshans, fondly known as Jeff and "Beef", was born on July 28, 1965, in Jersey Shore and passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, at The Gatehouse, at the age of 59.

Jeff was a man whose life was a testament to dedication, love, and faith. For nine years, he worked diligently in warehousing at...

Matthew P. "Matty" Keller

Mar 9, 2025

Matthew P. "Matty" Keller, 61, of Mansfield, formerly of Jersey Shore, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Martha Lloyd Home, Mansfield.

He was born on December 17, 1963 in Jersey Shore and was the son of the late H. Phillip and Marie E. (Patri) Keller.  He was involved with Hope Enterprises for 21 years and enjoyed...

Earl R. Nick

Mar 5, 2025

Earl Raymond Nick, 87, of Jersey Shore, passed away on March 5, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA.  Earl was born on February 6, 1938, in Cyclone, PA, to the late Robert A. and Mary M. (Wolbert) Nick.  Earl's life was marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his country.

Earl graduated from...

Linda Elaine (Sones) Lomison

Feb 28, 2025

Linda E. (Sones) Lomison, age 71, of Jersey Shore, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025.  Born on May 28, 1953, in Jersey Shore to the late Sylvan and Miriam (Good) Sones, she lived a life full of love, creativity, and adventure.

Linda dedicated many years of her career as a healthcare technician, where her compassionate nature...

Michael A. Brunner

Feb 25, 2025

JERSEY SHORE - Michael A. Brunner, 78, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at the Gate House, Williamsport surrounded by his family.

Michael was born on February 25, 1947 in Jersey Shore and was the son of the late Leon and Anna (Hoffer) Brunner.  He graduated from Jersey Shore High School in 1966.  Michael had joined the...

Kim Eugene Callahan

Feb 10, 2025

JERSEY SHORE - Kim E. Callahan, 73, passed away Monday, February 10, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Pocono Valley Hospice, East Stroudsburg.

He was born on December 14, 1951 in Jersey Shore and was the son of the late Ernest E. and Vivian (Kauffman) Callahan.  He graduated from Jersey Shore High School and then served his country by...

Mary E. "Betty" (Everly) Brooks

Feb 10, 2025

Mary E. "Betty" (Everly) Brooks, 92, formerly of Alvira Road, Elimsport, passed away Monday, February 10, 2025 at Leighton Place, Williamsport.

She was married to the late Reverend Charles L. "Charlie" Brooks on July 1, 1951, and had celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary before his death on September 2, 2016.

Betty was born on August...

Dean E. Hoffman

Feb 8, 2025

WOOLRICH - Dean E. Hoffman, Sr., 96, passed away early Saturday morning February 8, 2025 at his residence.

He was born September 17, 1928 in Yorkana, PA a son of the Rev. Benjamin G. and Eva Imogene Miller Hoffman.  Dean was a Jersey Shore High School graduate and attended Albright University and was a post World War...

Wayne A. Johnson

Feb 7, 2025

Wayne Allen Johnson, 69, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, at Edenbrook South in Williamsport.  Wayne was born on March 23, 1955, to the late Martin V. and Margurite (Truax) Johnson in Jersey Shore.

Wayne devoted his professional life to serving others as a Food Service Worker, demonstrating a strong work ethic and dedication throughout his...

Dennis W. Smith

Feb 5, 2025

LINDEN - Dennis W. Smith, 70, of Linden, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2025 at UPMC Williamsport.  He was born in Jersey Shore on March 18, 1954, a son of Allen W. and Cathryn Cohick Smith.

He was a truck driver his whole life driving for Simon Resources which is now Simms Metal.  He retired in September...

Wanda F. (Beaver) Decker

Feb 3, 2025

Wanda F. (Beaver) Decker passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, in Williamsport, at the age of 97.  Born on November 18, 1927, in Avis to the late Charles and Ethel (Hendricks) Beaver, she lived a long and fulfilling life, enriched by her love for family, friends, and simple pleasures.

Wanda's early years were spent in Jersey...