Gerald L. Cassels, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, with his wife by his side. He was born on March 18, 1937 in Weedville, PA, a son of the late William and Mildred Wheeler Cassels. On November 2, 2001, he married Darlene Brennan Cassels, who survives. Together they enjoyed many years of love and laughter. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and went on to spend many years working at Stackpole Carbon Company before his

Andrew J. Weidenboerner, Jr., 60, passed away at home on Monday, October 12, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer, with his wife by his side. He was born on October 7, 1966, in St. Marys, PA. He attended schools in St. Marys and Littleton, CO, and worked as a courier for Lockheed Martin. On December 31, 2003, he married Kristina Farrell in Littleton, CO. She survives. Though their time together was far too short, their marriage was filled with love, happiness, and

Ronald G. "Half Dollar" Lenox, 88, of Kersey, died on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at his residence following a brief illness. He was born on April 2, 1938, in Olean, NY, a son of the late Paul and Margaret Bradley Lenox. On October 31, 1987, he married Pierina Parisi, who survives. Half dollar was a proud United States Navy veteran and a member of Local Union 583, where he dedicated more than 35 years to working in the construction industry. An avid outdoorsman, Half enjoyed

John G. Petruna, 98, of St. Marys, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026 following a brief illness. He was born February 25, 1928 in White Station, PA, son of the late John and Mary Emma Klamar Petrunak. He was the sixth of eight children to John and Mary Emma. He graduated high school in 1946 and spent four years in the United States Navy from 1952 to 1956, where he earned a national defense service medal. During his time with the Navy, he served on the USS Kittiwake ASR-

Kenneth D. Dippold, Sr., 71, of E. Eschbach Road, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in St. Marys. He was born on February 12, 1955, in St. Marys, a son of the late Richard Dippold and Joann Erich Dippold, who survives. On July 29, 1972, in St. Marys, he married Ginger Guido, who survives. Together they shared more than 54 years of love, laughter, and friendship. Ken was a member of Sacred Heart Church and the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen’s Club, and a graduate

Joseph W. Lynch, Jr. of Center Street in St Marys passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on October 8, 2026 at the age of 89. Joe was born on August 2, 1937 in Butler, Pennsylvania, eldest son to the late Joseph and Angela (Dieteman) Lynch and lived most of his life in St. Marys. Joe graduated from Central Catholic High School Class of 1955 and from Villanova University in 1959. He served in the U.S. Army Reserve for 7 years. He married Alice T. Pfeufer on Aug

Lee J. Dybowski, 74, of Walker Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, October 10, 2026. He was born March 12, 1952 in St. Marys. He was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Elk County Christian High School, Class of 1970, and was employed at Sylvania, where he retired. Lee was preceded in death by his mother, Kathleen “Honey” Clonan Dybowski and is survived by Leslie Bauer. Funeral services for Lee will be held privately an

Joseph Jerome Olson, 89, affectionately known as “Jerry” and “Swede,” was born on April 21, 1937, and was a lifelong resident of the St. Marys and Kersey, Pennsylvania, communities. On May 18, 1963, Jerry married E. Ellen Simbeck, who survives him. He was a devoted husband and family man, a proud Navy veteran, and a friend to everyone he met. Outgoing by nature, Jerry had a gift for connecting with people and making them feel welcome. He believed deeply in the importance of g

Nancy E. Hetrick, 89, of Harrison Avenue, Johnsonburg, passed away at her home on Friday, October 9, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on August 31, 1937, to the late Sidney P. Bennett Sr. and Evelyn B. (Hatch) Bennett. Her birth was a very joyous occasion for her parents who had prayed for a child. On October 23, 1976, she married Richard E. Hetrick, who preceded her in death on November 2, 2021. Nancy proudly dedicated many years of her life to working for The Sal

Joseph W. Lynch, Jr., 89, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Thursday, October 8, 2026. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Barbara E. Pellam, 80, of Emporium, PA, passed away at Penn Highlands Elk, St. Marys, PA, on Friday afternoon, October 2, 2026, following a lengthy illness. She was born September 1, 1946, in Emporium, PA, a daughter of the late Robert and Hazel Housler Uber. On September 27, 1969, at First United Methodist Church in Emporium, PA, she married James Pellam, who survives. Barb and Jim recently celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary. Barb was a 1965 graduate of Cameron County

Peter F. Niedzwecki, born on January 12, 1940, in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, peacefully departed this world on October 3, 2026, after a long illness. He was a man of profound integrity, unwavering optimism, and boundless kindness. The son of Peter John and Mary Niedzwecki (Nagley), Peter was predeceased by his beloved parents, who instilled in him the values that he carried throughout his life. On September 25, 1962, Peter married the love of his life, Joyce, in the town of his b

John Edward Grotzinger, 85, passed away on October 1, 2026, at Winter Haven Hospital. He was born on June 7, 1941, in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania. John and Phyllis Wright married on August 4, 1962, and then he graduated from Penn State University, earning his degree in 1963. He went on to build a life centered on hard work and dedication. He ran a dairy farm and equipment business, Grotzinger Equipment, Inc., with his father and later became the sole owner alongside his wife, P

Thomas J. Brennen, 90, of 205 Martin Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully with his family by his side Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He was born August 13, 1936, in St. Marys, son of the late Alfred and Julia Caskey Brennen. He was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1955. He started his career at Keystone in 1957 where he was a Foreman, retiring after forty-two years of service with the company. On July 6, 1957, in the