All Obituaries

Richard E. Barkman, 87, of Jersey Shore passed away after a short illness at Valley View Rehab & Nursing Center on April 14, 2024.  Born on January 29, 1937 in St. Albans, Queens County, New York to Homer Barkman and Margaret (Fluke) Barkman.  He was a graduate of Jersey Shore High School, Class of 1954.  He served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1958, achieving the rank of staff sergeant.  He retired from Verizon in 1991.  Richard was a member of the...

Troy F. Showers Sr., age 60, of Jersey Shore, passed away on April 6, 2024. Born on May 5, 1963, in Jersey Shore, Troy was a devoted Truck Driver for over 30 years, known for his hard work and dedication. In his free time, Troy enjoyed fishing, watching old movies, drawing, and most importantly, taking care of his family and spending quality time with his boys. Troy is survived by his wife, Freda L. Showers, his sons Troy F. Showers Jr. and Travis A. (Rachelle) Showers, his brothers...

Connie E. Keiper, 65, of Jersey Shore, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Jersey Shore Skilled Nursing and Rehab. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Send condolences at www.rearickcarpenter.com.

Lenora Jean Stackhouse, died March 9, 2024 at the UPMC Hospital, Williamsport, PA.  She was born Jan. 30, 1931 near Roaring Branch, PA to Loren and Edith (Myrick) McNett. She was married to Lester Stackhouse for 56 years until he preceded her in death on Nov. 2, 2006. Lenora graduated from Canton Area Schools in 1950. She retired from West Company, Jersey Shore, in 1991.  She had also been employed by Leader Nursing Home as well as Wheldons, Kelco, Woolrich, and other area sewing...

John K. Truax, affectionately known as "Santa," peacefully passed away on March 8, 2024, in Jersey Shore. He was born on October 6, 1942, in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania. John was 81 years old at the time of his passing.   John dedicated many years of service to Kellogg’s before retiring in 2005. His interests were varied and included wood working, working on farms, hunting, coaching baseball, Philadelphia Phillies, bowling, and supporting football teams such as the...

John Truax passed away Friday, March 8, 2024.  A full obituary will be available soon. 

Betty L. Bowmaster, a beloved resident of McElhatten, was born on May 18, 1941, and peacefully passed away on March 7, 2024, at Jersey Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was surrounded by her loving family. Betty lived a fulfilling life spanning 82 years.   In her early years, Betty worked as a talented seamstress for Woolrich before retiring from McDonald's in McElhatten. She had a keen interest in Soap Operas, news, golf, cats, animals, crossword puzzles, and word search...

Connie M. Hillyard, 83 of Salladasburg passed away late Sunday night February 25, 2024 at the Williamsport North Manorcare Nursing Center where she was a guest only a week. She was born in Jersey Shore, March 26, 1940, the daughter of Cloyd and Mildred Edkin Burke.  She was married July 07, 1961 to Donald L. Hillyard who survives. Connie was employed with Primus Technologies for several years where she was a solderer and modular technician.  She was a member of the Salladasburg...

William R. McAlister Sr., 81 of Jersey Shore, went to be with the lord on February 7, 2024. Born April 1, 1942 in Jersey Shore, PA, he was a son to the late Robert B. & Helen (Ergott) McAlister. Bill was employed by Thompsons and worked for Piatt Township. He was an avid outdoors man & really enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Bill liked to watch wrestling in his down time and he loved to be with his dog.  He was very proud of his home and it gave him great pleasure to take...

Mary “Robin” Corson 69 of Jersey Shore passed away peacefully Thursday, February 1 at Jersey Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Teaneck, New Jersey February 28, 1954, she was a daughter of the late Lawrence E. & Roselyn (Santulli) Corson. Robin was a graduate of Jersey Shore High School & Penn College.  She was first employed at Cobblers Shoe Factory where she met her lifelong friend Edna Apker.  She worked over 25 years at Shop Vac where she met...