Richard J. Keller, 98, of Spruce Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Elk Haven Nursing Home. He was born March 7, 1928, in St. Marys, son of the late John and Ellen Pavlock Keller. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1946. Following graduation, he served his country in the United State Navy from 1946 until 1948. When he returned to St. Marys, Dick went to work at Stackpole Carbon, where he worked for thirty-five ye

Robert "Boomer" Lindberg, 75, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. In his final days he was surrounded by the love of his family and friends. He was born on December 5, 1950, in DuBois, the son of the late Carl E. and Anne Rice Lindberg. Boo was a loving family member, a loyal friend, and a man who found some of life's greatest joys in the outdoors and in the company of good friends and family. Many of his favorite memories were

Mario L. “Butch” Sidelinger, Sr., age 84, of Bennetts Valley Hwy., Byrnedale, PA, died October 1, 2026 at Penn Highlands-DuBois. A son of the late George and Vera (Bruno) Sidelinger, he was born on May 1, 1942 in Byrnedale, PA. On November 24, 1962 he married MariLee (Harlan), who predeceased him on May 6, 2016. Along with his parents and his wife, Butch was predeceased by: two sons, Victor Shawn in infancy and Charlie Sidelinger; and two brothers, George Richard and Michae

Stephen C. Sorg, age 85, of Sunflower Road, Weedville, PA, died October 3, 2026 at Penn Highlands-Elk. A son of the late Martin and Martha (Wolfe) Sorg, he was born on December 20, 1940 in St. Marys, PA. On October 8, 1966 he married Paula (Breindel), who survives at home. Along with his wife, Steve is survived by three children, Stephanie Clifford of Kersey, Jacqueline Higgins (Rick Krise) of St. Marys and Brett (Anne) Sorg of St. Marys; four grandchildren, Thomas, Ashley,

Doris A. Neubert, 80, of Wilcox, passed away early Thursday morning, October 1, 2026, at Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born April 13, 1946, in Kane, a daughter to the late Thomas and Betty Hulings Stewart. On May 5, 1973, in St. Callistus Church, Kane, she married LeRoy J. Neubert. He preceded her in death on September 19, 2013. Doris was a 1965 graduate of Kane High School and was a member of the Kane Community Method

Travis Allen O’Connor, 43, of Water Street, Johnsonburg, passed away Tuesday September 29, 2026. He was born February 8, 1983, to his beloved parents, Allen “Babe” and Cathy Flegal O’Connor. Travis proudly served his country overseas in Iraq and Kuwait as a PFC with the US Army Airborne. His military service was an important part of his life and it reflected his courage, dedication and commitment. Travis was a lifelong resident of Johnsonburg and was a 2001 graduate of Johnso

Fredrick B. "Fred" Schneider, 80, of W. Theresia Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefuly at his home on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 with his loving family by his side. He was born on December 8, 1945 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Fredrick Schneider and Elizabeth "Betty" Smith Schneider Frey. On October 23, 1965, in St. Marys, he married Shirley Schneider, who survives. Together they were blessed with more than 60 years of love, laughter, and memories. Fred was a lifelo

Daniel “Savage” Larkin, age 68, of West Main Street, Ridgway, died unexpectedly, at home on September 29, 2026. A son of the late Robert Herald and Elizabeth Jane (Bauer) Larkin, he was born on May 4, 1958 in Bethesda, MD. Dan is survived by two children, James (Crystal) Larkin of Johnsonburg and Christina Larkin of Kersey; five grandchildren, Kylee, Cameron and Mackenzie Larkin, Braydon Wickwire and Shya Morris; two great-grandchildren, Jaxton Marche and Oaklee Larkin; a si

Ronald E. Smith, 73, of Ridgway, died on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at the Dubois Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. He was born on April 26, 1953, in Ridgway, the son of the late Edwin and Geraldine Snyder Smith. Ron was a proud graduate of Ridgway High School, Class of 1972. He went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Army, dedicating 20 years to his military career before retiring. Ron enjoyed working with model trains and woodworking, often spen

Travis L. Haupt, 32, of Market Street, Johnsonburg, passed away, Monday afternoon, September 28, 2026, with his family by his side, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born August 11, 1994, in Wellsville, NY, a son to Crystal Haupt. On October 10, 2020 at the Johnsonburg Fire Hall, he married Billie Jo Marsh and she survives. A resident of Johnsonburg since 2016, Travis is formerly of Eldred, PA and was a 2012 graduate of

Teresa Geitner, 63, of Ridgway, died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at UPMC Hamot Hospital. She was born on June 26, 1963, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Leo and Theresa Liscinski Zameroski. On February 12, 2009, she married the late Gerald E. Geitner, who preceded her in death in 2014. She is survived by a son and grandchildren. She is also survived by six siblings; Ron (Cathy) Zameroski, David (Theresa) Zameroski, Charles (Donna) Zameroski, Marien Steis, Billy (Nan

Richard A. “Dick” Parson, 82, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026. He was born October 9,1943, in St. Marys, son of the late Harvey and Josephine Sosmiski Parson. He was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1961, and a proud veteran of the United States Army. Dick worked for Stackpole Carbon for thirty-five years and was the owner of Parson Excavating. Following retirement, he and a co-worker s

Harold K. Aul, 82, of Kersey, died on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Penn Highlands Dubois. He was born on February 29, 1944, in Dubois, the son of the late Gladys Hayes Aul. Harold leaves behind his beloved wife, Dorothy Smith, whom he married on September 18, 1961, sharing 65 wonderful years of marriage and a lifetime of memories together. Harold was a hardworking and dedicated man who spent 40 years as a millwright at Keystone Powdered Metal. Away from work, he enjoyed the

Ronald V. Serafini, 87, formerly of St. Marys, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Centre Care Nursing Home in Bellefonte, PA. He was born on December 8, 1938 in Ridgway, PA, a son of the late Joseph Serafini, Sr. and Emma Castina Serafini. A graduate of Brockway High School, Class of 1958, Ron proudly served his country in the United States Navy for four years. He later spent many years living and working in California, where he was employed as a mus

James L. DeLong Jr., 83, of Ridgway, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Elk Haven Nursing Home with family by his side. He was born on November 25, 1942, in Bristol, PA, the son of the late James and Colleen Roberts DeLong. On June 27, 1964, he married the late Judith Beimel, who preceded him in death in 2017. Jim was an avid car collector who took great pride in his collection and especially enjoyed getting behind the wheel and taking his cars out for a

John F. "Jack" Bogacki, 89, of Ridgway, died on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Penn Highlands Dubois. He was born on December 15, 1936, in Reynoldsville, the son of the late John J. and Edith J. Glasso Bogacki. On November 19, 1955, he married the late Mary Ann Flannigan, who preceded him in death in 2018. Jack was a true entrepreneur who spent his life working hard and building businesses. A genuine "Jack of all trades," there wasn't much he couldn't fix, build, or figure ou

Jerry W. “Shadow” Nortum, 76, of Queen Creek, AZ, and formerly of Wilcox, passed away Thursday September 24, 2026, at Hospice of the Valley, Gilbert, AZ of heart failure suffered over the past 6 months. He was born January 28, 1950, in Ridgway, a son to the late Lawrence F. “Pid” and L. Margaret Leahy Nortum. On January 29, 2020, he married his longtime companion Patricia “Pat” Irwin and she survives. A resident of Arizona for the past 15 years, Shadow had lived most of his l

Nicholas J. Roberto, 47, of St. Marys, died on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at his residence follow a lengthy illness. He was born on April 11, 1979, in Coudersport, the son of Patricia Zimmer Roberto and the late Frederick Roberto. On August 13, 2004, he married Tonia Mertz, who survives. Nick was a true family man who treasured the time he spent with his children, whether it was on a hunting trip or simply taking a ride down the back roads. A talented woodworker, he was e

Linda M. Young, age 77, peacefully passed away in her sleep in the early morning of Tuesday, September 22nd in Ridgway. She was born in Ridgway on the 1st of August 1949, to her late parents, most notably her father, Lyle B. Wilson. Linda leaves behind her life partner of 45 years, David "Crow" Wildnauer who cared for her until her last breath. In death, she precedes her brother James Wilson, while she is survived by her other brother Robert Wilson. Her truest fulfillment in

Dolores J. Resch, 86, formerly of Million Dollar Highway, Kersey, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness. She was born on June 1, 1940, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Francis and Magdalene Bille Selle. On June 1, 1963, at St. Marys, she married the late Donald Resch, who preceded her in death on August 12, 2019. Together they shared more than 55 years of love, memories, and laughter. Dolores was a woman who found ha