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Robert L. "Rob" Woelfel, 62, Kersey
Robert L. "Rob" Woelfel, 62, of Kersey, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Known by all as a gifted mechanic and lifelong tinkerer, Rob had an unmatched ability to bring machines back to life and a curiosity that never rested. He was born on November 7, 1963 in St. Marys, a son of the late Wray "Lucky" and Doris Wolfe Woelfel. On June 30, 1989 in Queen of the World Church, he married Judith Lundy Woelfel, who survives. Rob was a graduate of ECCHS, class of


Ryan R. Taylor, 39, California (St. Marys)
Ryan R. Taylor, 39, of California and formerly of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 6, 2025. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.


David "Dave" G. Steis, 60, Ridgway
David "Dave" G. Steis, 60, a native and longtime resident of Ridgway, went home to the Lord on the afternoon of Saturday, December 6, 2025, after a brief stay in Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. In Hebrew, David means "beloved", and that's exactly how he was and will forever be received by friends and family. He was a graduate of St. Leo's Catholic School in 1979 and Ridgway Area High School in 1983. He was a dual sport athlete for the Mighty Elkers football program


Steven R. Wendel, 60, St. Marys
Steven R. Wendel, 60, of St. Marys, passed away at his home on Saturday, December 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family following a long battle with cancer. He was born on April 9, 1965 in St. Marys, a son of the late Laverne "Jerry" and Shirley Glessner Wendel. On May 28, 1988, he married Mary Byrd Wendel, who survives. Together they shared more than 37 years of love and laughter. Steve was a 1983 graduate of St. Marys Area High School and was a member of Sacred Hear


Patricia M. “Pat” Pearson, 91, Emporium
Patricia M. “Pat” Pearson, 91, of Emporium, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, December 7, 2025, at Guy & Mary Felt Manor. She was born April 3, 1934, in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late G. Arthur and Bertha Selle Anderson. On September 3, 1955, in St. Marys, she married the late Frederick Pearson, and later was married to the late Angelo Mancini. Pat was a 1952 graduate of the former Central High School in St. Marys. She began her working years with Sears & R


Thomas J. Tornatore, 61, Lakeside, CA (St. Marys)
Thomas J. Tornatore, 61, of Lakeside, California, peacefully passed away November 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving California Family (Jimmy, Sharon, Darcy, and Haley) by his side. Tom’s passion in life was the love of professionally training and showing horses, where he was awarded the Golden Rein Award through the Morgan Horse Association. He loved any animal that crossed his path. Going to his home was like visiting Dr. Doolittle’s Farm. He especially loved his trips b


Vonalee Dorothy Allegretto, 95, Ridgway
Vonalee Dorothy Allegretto, beloved wife, sister, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, age 95, of Ridgway, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Pinecrest Manor in St. Marys, PA surrounded by the love of her daughter and son-in-law. Born on November 24, 1930, in Danville, PA, Vonalee was the daughter of the late Luther Walters and Christine Walters Lawrence, and the step-daughter of the late Chas Lawrence. She gradua


Steve "Hummer" Thorwart, age 68, Ridgway
Steve "Hummer" Thorwart, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, December 3rd at Pinecrest Manor surrounded by his family. Hummer was born May 18th, 1957, in Ridgway and was the son of Patricia (VonArx) and Alan Thorwart. He is survived by his sister Diane (Jaime Leitzel), his seven brothers, Den (Janine), Ed (Mary), Ron (Meredith), Don (Paula), Mike, Gary, Bill, daughter Erica, grandchildren Oakley, Jaxson, and a new baby boy coming in January, and many nieces and nephews. He resi


Bernard James “Bernie” Kanski, 94, Johnsonburg
Bernard James “Bernie” Kanski, age 94, of Second Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA, died December 1, 2025 at the Presbyterian Home of Holidaysburg, PA, after a short illness. A son of the late Frank and Stella Kanski, he was born on May 21, 1931 in Johnsonburg, PA. On October 6, 1950 he married Ethel (Shippling), who predeceased him on February 19, 2022. Bernie is survived by: His two sons, Bernard (Julie) Kanski of Warren and Larry (Cindy) Kanski of Holidaysburg, PA; his grandchildr


Thomas R. Davido, 72, Ridgway
Thomas R. Davido, 72, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Aruba with his wife by his side. He was born on September 17, 1953, in Ridgway, the son of the late Donald J. and Ruth C. Harvey Davido. On May 10, 1975, at St. Leo Church, he married Jo-Ann Marchese, with whom he celebrated 50 years of a blessed marriage. Tom was a proud graduate of Ridgway High School, where he completed his studies in 1971. He would go on to further his education


Lisa Marie Day, 57, Ridgway
Lisa Marie Day, 57, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly at her home after a short illness, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply and will forever feel her absence. Born and raised in Ridgway, Lisa spent most of her life in the community that shaped her, attending Ridgway High School. Lisa had a passion for cooking, football, and simply being with the people she loved. She found her greatest happiness in the ordinary moments-sharing meals, cheering on her favorite team


Jean E. Dunkelberger, 101, Emporium
Jean E. Dunkelberger, 101, of Emporium, PA, passed away peacefully at Penn Highlands Elk in St. Marys, PA, on Sunday night, November 30, 2025. She was born August 9, 1924, in Emporium, PA, a daughter of the late John F. and Miriam Cooper McManigle. Jean was the granddaughter of the late James and Genevieve “Jennie” Flynn McManigle of Buffalo, NY. She attended Saint Theresa Catholic School and South Park High School in Buffalo. Shortly after graduation, in November 1943, she m


Rosalyn T. “Rosie” Schneider, 82, St. Marys
Rosalyn T. “Rosie” Schneider, 82, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Born March 4, 1943, in St. Marys Pennsylvania, she lived a life marked by compassion, strength, and an unwavering devotion to those around her. She was married to her beloved husband Howie for 38 years before his passing in 2002. Rosie retired from St Mary’s Catholic Elementary School after 34 years where she served with dedication in many role


Theodore M. Schneider, 89, Kersey
Theodore M. Schneider, 89, of 1245 Million Dollar Highway, Kersey, passed away peacefully with his family by his side Friday, November 28, 2025. He was born March 19, 1936 in St. Marys, son of the late Leo and Anna Mertz Schneider. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1955. Following high school, Ted served two years as military police in the United States Army and after sixty years, he retired as a property manager


Carolyn M. Stuckey, 77, Emporium
Carolyn M. Stuckey, 77, of Emporium, PA, passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois on Thursday morning, November 27, 2025, with her family by her side. She was born October 14, 1948, in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Frank D. and Kathryn Bierly Wolfanger. Carolyn was a 1966 graduate of Cameron County High School. For most of her life she devoted herself to being a homemaker and babysitter, roles she treasured and fulfilled with great love and care. She was a member of the V
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