OBITUARIES

Oct 15, 2024

Gloria D. Baggott, 71, of Muncy, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at her home.

Born February 7, 1953 in Sayre, she was a daughter of the late Darwin Higley and Phyllis (Caseman) Higley, who survives.

Gloria was a graduate of Sullivan County High School and worked at various retail locations.

She was...

Oct 10, 2024

John Vincent Murphy, 91 and 363 days old of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

John was born in Chicago then moved to Michigan. After graduating from High School, he enlisted in the Navy during the Korean War. After two years of service, he...

Oct 10, 2024

Velma T. Dugan, 86, of Muncy, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Muncy Place, where she had resided for the past two years.

Born January 7, 1938 in Van Buren, Maine, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Joan Morin.

Velma moved to Pennsylvania after meeting and marrying John R. Dugan, who...

Oct 10, 2024

Robin M. Celline, 59, of Williamsport, died on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at her home.

She was born May 23, 1965 in Williamsport to the late Joseph and Bette (Bryan) Celline.

Robin was raised in Montgomery and attended the School of Hope

She loved to dance, go shopping and listen to music, preferably...

Oct 3, 2024

Margaret E. Beekman, 102, of Lewisburg, died Thursday, October 3, 2024 at Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village.

She was born May 1, 1922 in Lake View, NY, the daughter of the late Ernest G. and Williamenia (Hoss) Scharnke.  Margaret married Stewart M. Beekman, who preceded her in death February of 1986.

Margaret was a graduate of...

Sep 29, 2024

Roger W. Frantz, 85, of Muncy, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at his home.

Born April 27, 1939 in Muncy, he was a son of the late Clarence and Alma (Gardner) Frantz.  On June 10, 1960 he married the former Yuanita Fry, who survives.  Together they celebrated 64 years of marriage.

Roger was...

Sep 27, 2024

Evelyn M. Mabus, 102, formerly of Lewisburg, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024 at Watsontown Health and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born October 6, 1921 in Mifflinburg, the daughter of the late Wesley and Caroline (Shannon) Brouse.  On April 20, 1946 she married Richard G. “Dick” Mabus, Sr., who preceded her in death May 26, 2015.  Together...

Sep 26, 2024

Cheryl I. Miller,78, of Muncy, died Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born August 28, 1946 in Elkland, she was a daughter of the late Oscar J. and Waneda (Hallock) Oberther Jr. She and her husband, Donald L. Miller were married on December 26, 1968. Together they celebrated 54 years of marriage before his...

Sep 23, 2024

Shirley L. Blessing Schneck Gansell, 94, of Montgomery, died Monday, September 23, 2024 at the Muncy Place.

Born September 12, 1930 in South Williamsport, she was a daughter of the late William H,. and Catherine C. (Shurtz) Blessing. She and her first husband, DelRoy L. Schneck, were married 31 years before his death Sep. 20, 1980. She...

Sep 22, 2024

Maurice A. Rovenolt, 52, of Muncy, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare, Laporte.

Born May 13, 1972, he was a son of the late E. Orlando and Ruth Rovenolt.  On October 11, 2008, he married the former Tammy Snell, who survives.

Maurice graduated from Maranatha Christian School, rural McEwensville. ...

Sep 21, 2024

Dolores P. Miller, 93, of Zephyrhills, FL, formerly of Watsontown, died Saturday, September 21, 2024 at American House Zephyrhills, where she had lived since 2015.

Born October 2, 1930 in Washington, PA, she was a daughter of the late R. Samuel and Florence Isabel (Emery) Pauling. On June 30, 1967 she married Donald Miller. Together they celebrated...

Sep 21, 2024

William E. Livingston,96, of Watsontown,died Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg.

Born April 10, 1928 in Jersey Shore, he was a son of the late Clarence and Jennie (Geary) Livingston.  He married the former Rae Ona App, who predeceased him in death.  William later married the former Catharine “Kate” Walker, who survives.

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Sep 19, 2024

Keith Vincent Finck, 66, of Mazeppa, died Thursday, September 19, 2024 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born April 17, 1958 in Lewisburg, he was the son of the late Melvin and Wanda (Wagner) Finck.  On October 10, 1981, he married the former Donna Hetrick, who survives. Together they celebrated nearly 43 years of marriage.

Keith...

Sep 18, 2024

Timothy W. Gruver, 78, of Unityville, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Watsontown Nursing and Rehab.

Born March 20, 1946, in Williamsport, he was a son of the late Albert and Geraldine (Worthington) Gruver.

Tim was a graduate of Muncy High School and worked as a meat cutter for the former Don Waltman's...

Sep 17, 2024

Rachel Ann Derr, 86, of Montgomery, died Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at her home surrounded by family.

Born September 24, 1937 in White Deer Township, she was the daughter of the late Harry E. Sr. and Florence Ann (Musser) Bostain.  She and her husband, William E. Derr were married Sep. 2, 1972. Together they celebrated 36 years...

Sep 17, 2024

Gary L. “Butch”  Shook, 81, of Montgomery, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at his home surrounded by family.

Born May 28, 1943 in Parkers Landing, he was a son of the late Albert and Virginia (Fair) Shook. On November 8, 1996 he married the former Lana D. Wertz, who preceded him...

Sep 16, 2024

Lisa Jansen-King, 60, of Lewisburg, passed peacefully on Monday, September 16, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. She was enveloped by the love of her family and the sound of music—two of the things that brought her the most joy.

Born on October 28, 1963, Lisa was the beloved daughter of the late Werner and Charlotte...

Sep 4, 2024

Roland E. Thomas, Jr., 64, of Trout Run, died Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born April 27, 1960 in Corry, PA, he was a son of the late Roland E. Sr. and Tyrella (Pringle) Thomas. On November 23, 1985, he married the former Georgea A. Pepperman, who survives. Together they celebrated 38 years...

Sep 2, 2024

Robert L. “Bob” Shuey Jr., 73, of Montgomery, died on Monday, September 2, 2024, at home with his family by his side.

Born January 7, 1951, in Lock Haven, he was a son of the late Robert and Lois (Hayes) Shuey. On April 20, 1974, he married the former Deborah Mann, who survives. Together they celebrated 50...

Sep 1, 2024

Roger M. Kahler, 65, of Montandon, died Sunday, September 1, 2024,at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born November 15, 1958, in Muncy,he was a son of William K. and Nancy A. (Waltman) Kahler, who both survive.

Roger was a 1977 graduate of Montgomery Area High School and attended the former Williamsport Area Community College, focusing on...