Betty Lou Leair, age 86, of Baumertown Road, Weedville, PA, died July 6, 2026 at Pinecrest Manor after an eleven year illness. A daughter of the late William “Clarence” and Elizabeth (Watkavitch) Leair, she was born on January 19, 1940 in Montersville, WV. Betty lived most of her life in Bennetts Valley’s “Baumertown”. She graduated from Bennetts Valley High School Class of 1958. She received a Certificate of Proficiency from the DuBois Business College in 1971 and attended

Father Chrysostom V. Schlimm, O.S.B., 92, a monk of Saint Vincent Archabbey and retired director of the Saint Vincent Library, died Friday, July 3, 2026. He was born June 5, 1934 in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Vincent B. Schlimm and Florence M. (Simbeck) Schlimm. He was one of three children, including Helene (Mrs. J. Alan) Weis of St. Marys and the late Celine M. Schlimm. He attended St. Mary’s Parochial School and is a 1952 graduate of Saint Vincent Preparato

Philip L. Regulski, 90, of Ridgway, died unexpectedly on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at his residence. He was born on December 14, 1935, in Byrndale, the son of the late Stanley and Veronica Cuneo Regulski. On November 5, 1960, at Queen of The World Church, he married the late Arlene Hasselman, who preceded him in death on March 10, 2025. Phil dedicated much of his working life to the telecommunications industry, retiring after many years of service with Alltel Telephone Company.

William C. Barton, 75, of Emporium, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at Sena Kean Manor in Smethport, Pennsylvania, on Sunday morning, July 5, 2026, with his loving wife by his side. He was born on March 13, 1951, in Olean, New York, a son of the late Donn and Beverly (Ransome) Bonhoff. On June 3, 2023, in Emporium, he married Mary (Shaw), who survives. Bill proudly served his country with the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Following his military servi

Greta A. Challingsworth, 60, of Ridgway, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at her residence. She was born on December 21, 1965, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Carmen Martino and Bonnie Johnson Hoffman. On May 22, 1999, in Ridgway, she married Fred Challingsworth, who survives. Greta was a graduate of Ridgway High School Class of 1984 and later graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with an art major. She served in the U.S Army for 20 years as a cook

Gloria Gibson, 74, of St. Marys, Pennsylvania, formerly from Youngstown, Ohio, passed away, surrounded by her children on July 2, 2026 following a battle with Neuroendocrine Carcinoma. Gloria was born on January 28, 1952 in Sharon, PA, the daughter of Elias and Rose (Bartos) Bossick. Gloria married the late William Gibson on August 20, 1977 in Youngstown, Ohio, who preceded her in death on July 28, 2025. The couple was married almost 48 years and together had four children.

Lynn F. Caskey, 65, of 616 South Michael Street, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 30, 2026. She was born October 2, 1960 in St. Marys, daughter to the late John “Hunce” Caskey and Sarah “Sally” Herzing Caskey, who survives. Lynn found her greatest happiness in the comfort of her home. She cherished her quiet life and was most content surrounded by familiar surroundings, where she could enjoy the peace and privacy she valued so deeply. While she preferred a si

Angela L. Walter, 53, of 728 W. Joseph Road, St. Marys, passed away with her family by her side following a courageous battle with cancer Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois. She was born March 15, 1973, in St. Marys, daughter to the late Robert Neil (Teri) and Jane Young Gleixner (Larry). She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1991. Following high school, Angie continued her studies at Indiana University

Jim Young, 78, formerly of 430 Pattison Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor. He was born June 1, 1948, in St. Marys, son of the late James C. and Ann Wilkes Young. A lifelong resident of St. Marys, he graduated from Elk County Christian High School in 1966. He attended Franciscan University of Steubenville and University of Pittsburgh at Bradford before starting work at Stackpole Carbon Company in 1969. Jim worked for Stackpol

John J. “Chizel” Cherry, 93, of 407 Third Avenue, Johnsonburg, passed away, surrounded by his family, late Wednesday night, July 1, 2026, at Penn Highlands-Dubois following a lengthy illness. He was born December 21, 1932, in Johnsonburg, a son to the late Anthony J. “Toe” and Emily Papa Cherry. On August 24, 1957, in Queen of the World Church, St. Marys, he married Sara “Sally” Schneider, and she survives. Chizel lived most of his life in Johnsonburg and was a 1950 graduate

Kay E. Sampson Lenze, 89, formerly of Ridgway, died on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at McKinley Health Center following a lengthy illness. Funeral Arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services.

JoAnn Grazioli, 71, found eternal peace on Tuesday morning, June 30th, 2026. She passed peacefully at her home residence of 44 years in Kersey, PA. In her final days, she was lovingly cared for by family members and supported by close friends and neighbors. JoAnn was born September 11th, 1954 in Ridgway, PA. Daughter of the late Paul Washburn, and survived by her mother, Dora English Washburn, 92 of Ridgway. JoAnn was also survived by Charles Grazioli her husband of 45 years,

Lynn F. Caskey, 65, of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Marilyn L. Selle, 76, of Bradford, PA, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026, in Duncannon, PA following a brief illness. She was born on August 19, 1949 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Leo and Madelyn Davison Selle. Marilyn was a 1967 graduate of Elk County Christian High School and went on to earn her degree in Elementary Education and Library Science from Edinboro State College. She dedicated her career to helping young minds grow, serving as a reading specialist w

Forrest L. "Junior" Kinley Jr., 94 of Ridgway, died on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home following a brief illness. He was born on May 8, 1932, in Sharon, a son of the late Forrest Sr. and Margaret Dodge Kinley. On November 28, 1953, he married the late Ida Himes, who preceded him in death on March 4, 2017. Junior was a simple man who found life's greatest joys in the little things, especially taking leisurely drives along the quiet back roads and enjoy

John E. Weidow, 81, of 1784 Bucktail Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk. He was born May 25, 1945, in St. Marys, son of the late James and Helen Henry Weidow. He was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and a member of the first graduating class at Elk County Christian High School, Class of 1963. John worked in sales for Airco Speer, retiring after 45 years with the company. On June 18, 1966, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, John m

Lorraine Hendrickson, 92, of Ridgway, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. She was born on April 18, 1934, in Kane, a daughter of the late Harry R. and Helga R. Nelson Larson. On November 12, 1955, she married the late John E. Yaggie, with whom she shared many cherished years until his passing in 1977. She later married John L. Hendrickson on June 2, 2012, who survives. A proud graduate of Ri

Harriet J. Moyer, 90, a resident of The Fountains at DuBois and formerly of the Village of Toby, passed away peacefully with her children by her side Friday, June 26, 2026. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Arthur Adam Beidler (“Art”), 87, of Reston, Virginia, formerly of Hedgesville, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at Reston Hospital Center, in Reston, Virginia, on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Art was born on November 3, 1938, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Jonathan Warren Beidler Jr. and Liselotte Beidler, and the fourth of seven children. On July 10, 1965, in St. Mark Catholic Church, he married Susan Carol Smith, who preceded him in death. Art was a paint

Edmund J. Kucenski, 87, of Ridgway, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Penn Highlands Dubois. He was born on December 30, 1938, in Ridgway, a son of the late Alex and Gladys Zameroski Kucenski. He was first united in marriage to his beloved wife, Rosann Raspatello, on October 20, 1962, and they shared a lifetime of love until her passing on July 22, 2003. He later found companionship and love again, marrying Patricia Keating DeVallance on June 11, 2005. Ed was a hardw