Patricia O’Connor, 75, of 346 Church Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 19, 2026 at UPMC Hamot. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Thomas A. VanSlander, 78, of 1189 E. Eschbach Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Monday, February 16, 2026 at Highland View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. He was born March 31, 1947, in St. Marys, son of the late Arthur and Virginia Cotter VanSlander. He was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Elk County Christian High School, Class of 1965, and was a supervisor at Imperial Metals and when it was sold, he worked at Metco Industries. He was the Chairma

Dennis C. Rettger, 64, of 220 Liberty Road, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly while traveling on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. He was born September 3, 1961, in St. Marys, son Donna Salvatore Rettger and the late LaVerne Rettger. Denny was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1979 and a proud veteran of the United State Marine Corps., serving his country from 1979 until 1987. Denny was a very gifted man that brought expertise and found joy in the work that he

Eugene Allen McAlee, age 71, of Mary Street, Johnsonburg, PA, died at home on February 16, 2026 after a two year illness. A son of the late John R. and Lillian (Willow) McAlee, he was born on November 7, 1954 in St. Marys, PA. Eugene is survived by four children, Eric, Ian, Sarah and Benjamin McAlee; three grandchildren, Connor, Jaylen and Mason; six siblings, Donna (John) Chamoff, Mary Kay (Frank) Jovenitti, Kevin (Nicole) McAlee, Denise (Bill) Boylan, Sean (Teri) McAlee an

Christine A. Wolfe, 101, of Elk Haven Nursing Home, St., Marys, and formerly of Blaine Ave., Johnsonburg, passed away early Tuesday morning, February 17, 2026, at Elk Haven following a lengthy illness, one week before her 102nd birthday. She was born February 25, 1924, in Johnsonburg, a daughter to the late Edward and Martha Weinkauf Amacher. On July 2, 1942, in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married Lawrence “Skinny” Wolfe. He preceded her in death on December 14, 2011

Richard L. Aul, 61, of 273 George Street, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Monday, February 16, 2026 at his residence. He was born November 18, 1964, in Ridgway, son of Harold and Dorothy Smith Aul of Kersey. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of St. Marys Area High School. On November 19, 1993, in St. Marys, Rick married Kim Pichler, who survives. In addition to his wife and parents, Rick is also survived by his children: Kaitlin Aul, Jessica Fell (Cu

Irene M. Micale, 95, a resident of Pinecrest Manor, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk. She was born on February 21, 1930 in Johnsonburg, PA, a daughter of the late William and Mary Hoh Zuraski. On June 16, 1951, she married the late Tillio "Tink" Micale, who preceded her in death on November 24, 2006. Together they were blessed with more than 55 years of marriage. Irene was a graduate of Wilcox High School, class of 1948. She was a life

John J. Hand Jr., 90, of Kersey, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness. He was born on November 28, 1935, in DuBois, PA, the son of the late John J., Sr. and Melva Lockyer Hand. On April 27, 1957, in Force, he married Janice Celinski, who survives. Together they shared 68 years of marriage. John was a graduate of DuBois High School, Class of 1955 and proudly served in the United States Marines. He joyfully devoted 27 years

Harry L. “Larry” Caton, 90, of Emporium, PA, passed away peacefully at Guy and Mary Felt Manor early Saturday morning, February 14, 2026, with family at his side. Born in Emporium on January 16, 1936, he was the son of the late Earl and Ruth Finn Caton. On February 4, 1956, he married his beloved wife, Patricia A. Fapore, at St. Mark Catholic Church; she preceded him in death. Larry was a graduate of Emporium High School, Class of 1953. He proudly owned and operated the forme

Diane M. Nissel, 80, of Rosely Road, St. Marys, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at UPMC Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh following a brief illness. She was born on January 23, 1946 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Roman and Bertha Eckert Wendel. On October 9, 1965, she married the late Thomas E. Nissel, who preceded her in death on January 14, 2010. Together they were blessed with more than 44 years of marriage. Diane was a lifelong resident of St. Marys

Carl L. Loeffler, Jr., 75, of 499 Wolfel Avenue, St. Marys, passed away with his family by his side Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk. He was born October 31, 1950, in St. Marys, son of the late Carl “Spike” and Kathryn “Katie” Francis Loeffler. He was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, class of 1969 and attended classes at University of Pittsburgh in addition to obtaining his Journeyman Tool and Diemaker certification. Over the years, he worked in m

Michael A. Palamarchuck, 77, of Emporium, PA, passed away at his residence on Sunday afternoon (February 8, 2026). He was born on June 19, 1948, in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Paul and Lydia Sidelinger Palamarchuck. Mike was a graduate of Cameron County High School and Lock Haven University, and furthered his education by receiving his Master's degree from Ithaca College. He served proudly as a Navy Corpsman before dedicating more than 30 years to education and athletics

Cheryl Grunthaner, 70, of 1000 LeMans Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois surrounded by her children. She was born March 24, 1955, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Frederick Jr. and Dorothy (Wachob) Haberberger. Cheryl was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1973. On June 7, 1975, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Cheryl married the late Robert Grunthaner, who preced

After a very brief illness, Mary Lee DeStefano passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Mary Lee was born in Dayton, Ohio, but loved to call Ridgway Pennsylvania her home. A strong and vibrant woman of community, Mary Lee was an avid supporter of the Ridgway Public Library and a member of The Footlighters, our local theater group. She was also the business owner of Mary Lee Designs and an advocate for women's rights her entire l

Vincent J. Redmond, 68, of 315 Farmwood Lane, Rock Hill, SC, and formerly of Johnsonburg, passed away Friday January 30, 2026, at his home following a lengthy illness. Vince was born Aug. 3, 1957, in St. Marys, a son to the late Stanley “Patsy” Redmond, Jr. and the late Leah Dornisch Redmond. On June 21, 1980, in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, he married Tracie E. McCabe and she survives. Vince grew up in Johnsonburg and was a graduate of Johnsonburg Area High School. He

Alfred F. "Buddy" Lamb, 85, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026 following a brief illness. He was born on August 19, 1940 in Austin, PA, a son of the late Alfred and Gladys Hoak Lamb. Buddy worked for several years at Elcam in St. Marys. He was a member of the PFL, CMF, and the K of C. Coming from a musically inclined family, Buddy loved listening to music and attending square dances with the Bells of St. Marys Square Dance Club. He a