Obituaries

Robert T Ward

Jan 3, 2026

Robert T. Ward, 68, of Duboistown, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, surrounded by his family at UPMC Williamsport. He was born in Williamsport on May 1, 1957, a son of the late James Sterling and Margaret (Thomas) Ward.

Robert served his country in the United States Army. He worked at and retired from High Steel Structures as a crane...

Rudolph A. White

Dec 29, 2025

Rudolph A. White, 68, of Williamsport, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey on March 24, 1957, a son of the late Leroy Haynes and Clementine Hillman.

Rudolph graduated from Henry Snyder High School in Jersey City and then pursued a career as a certified nursing assistant. He worked at...

Ellen E. Brownlee

Dec 13, 2025

WILLIAMSPORT - Ellen E. Brownlee, 94, passed away Saturday, December 13th at The Williamsport Home. Born June 10,1931 in Oval, PA, she was a daughter of the late Thomas E. and Helen C. Eck. Ellen was a 1949 graduate of Jersey Shore Area High School. She took great pride in her family and home. She was employed for many years as...

Jeffrey R. "Jeff" Thomas

Dec 11, 2025

WILLIAMSPORT - Jeffrey R. “Jeff” Thomas, 67, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.

He was the beloved husband of Elaine (Harris) Thomas, with whom he shared 22 years of marriage.

Born on January 2, 1958, in Newark, New Jersey, Jeff was the son of the late Brody Elihu Thomas and Pauline (Clark) Thomas. He was a...

Dennis H. Adams

Dec 5, 2025

Dennis H. Adams, 78, of Trout Run, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at UPMC Williamsport. He was born in Williamsport on January 5, 1947, a son of the late Charles and Geraldine (Mitstifer) Adams.

Dennis was the lead carpenter at Textron he worked there for 37 years until his retirement in 2012. Previously, Dennis worked for the Williamsport Area...

George E. Kazio

Dec 2, 2025

George E. Kazio, 80, of Montoursville, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements are entrusted to Maneval Allen Redmond Cremation and Funeral Home, Williamsport. Send condolences at www.jamesmaneval.com.

Jorge Desousa

Nov 28, 2025

Jorge Desousa, 89, of Jersey Shore, passed away Friday, November 28, 2025 at his home.

He was born on September 9, 1936 in Azores, Portugal. He was a son of the late Enrico Rodrigues and Rita Leontina (Martin) Sousa. Jorge was a member of the Portugal Air Force and served in Angola from 1959 to 1974. He had worked at Prince...

D. June (Lord) Anderson

Nov 16, 2025

D. June (Lord) Anderson, 99, of Williamsport, passed away peacefully with her loving granddaughter by her side on Sunday, November 16, 2025. She was born in Williamsport on June 14, 1926, a daughter of the late Lester B. and Clare E. (Sullivan) Lord.

June graduated from Montoursville High School class of 1944. She worked at Sylvania for...

John Franklin Hauck, Jr.

Nov 14, 2025

WILLIAMSPORT - John Franklin Hauck, Jr. 92, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025 at his home.

He was married to the former Kathryn L. (Shipton), who survives, and they have shared 30 years of marriage.

John was born on January 27, 1933 in Lewisburg and was the son of the late John F. and Anna...

Susan Mae (Wert) Rost

Nov 13, 2025

LOYALSOCK - Susan "Sue" (Wert) Rost, 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at the Gatehouse.

She was married in 1993 to Lawrence "Larry" Rost for 33 years, who survives.  Sue was born on October 13, 1947 and was the daughter of the late Leroy and Pearl (Mentch) Wert.  She graduated from South Williamsport High...

Maurice Burden

Nov 12, 2025

WILLIAMSPORT - Maurice Burden, 63, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at UPMC Williamsport due to complications from lymphoma. He was born on July 17, 1962, in Newark, New Jersey, and was the son of Victorine "Vick" Burden of Newark, NJ, and the late John Lee Bethea of Latta, SC.

Maurice served in the U.S. Navy and later worked at...

Joseph Ross "Joe" Ertel

Nov 12, 2025

WILLIAMSPORT - Joseph Ross "Joe" Ertel, 91, of Williamsport, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at his daughter's home.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are being handled by Maneval Allen Redmond Funeral Home, 500 W. 4th St., Williamsport, PA 17701.

William P. "Bill" Winter, Sr.

Nov 11, 2025

WILLIAMSPORT - William P. "Bill" Winter, Sr., 85, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at Rose View Center.

He was born on September 15, 1940 in Williamsport and was the son of the late Edward and Esther (Brewer) Winter.  He had driven taxi for Bill Towne Cab and retired in 2003.  Bill enjoyed riding motorcycles and watching...

Roy Henry Belcher, Iii

Nov 8, 2025

Roy Henry Belcher III, age 85, formerly of Williamsport, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents, Roy Henry Belcher Jr. and Emma Joanna (Lloyd) Belcher, and son, Jeffery Todd Belcher (deceased November 5, 1967). He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Elizabeth Eldora "Betsy" (Westphal) Belcher, also...

Edward A. Vavra

Nov 7, 2025

Edward A. Vavra of Williamsport, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at the age of 79.

After serving in the United States Air Force from 1968-1972, he continued his education and pursued a doctorate degree in English and Russian Literature at Cornell University. For nearly 42 years, he taught college English at Shenandoah University and Pennsylvania...

Brailynn A. Johnson-Murray

Nov 1, 2025

Brailynn A. Johnson-Murray, a vibrant and spirited young soul, passed away on November 1, 2025, at the age of 15. Born on April 23, 2010, in Williamsport, he brought immense joy and inspiration to all who knew him.

Brailynn was a student at South Williamsport High School. He had a love for basketball and boxing, where his...

Jack N. Karchner

Nov 1, 2025

Jack N. Karchner 97, passed away peacefully at his residence in Williamsport on November 1, 2025. Born on May 4, 1928, in Williamsport, Jack lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to his family, his community, and his country.

Jack was a proud veteran who served with distinction in the United States Army Medical Corps during the...

Lauretta (Free) Baumgartner

Oct 29, 2025

Lauretta "Retta" Baumgartner, 97, of Cogan Station, embarked on her heavenly journey on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Rose View Center, surrounded by her loving nieces, Terri Girio and Diane Lilley.

She was born on November 13, 1927, in Williamsport. The eldest daughter of the late Harry A. and Fern O. (Sheaffer) Free. Retta is lovingly remembered...

Alan R. Neidig, Sr.

Oct 25, 2025

MUNCY - Alan R. Neidig, Sr., 61, formerly of Williamsport, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

He was married on June 19, 1995 to the late Ann M. (Hall) Neidig, who passed away on August 29, 2012.

Alan was born on April 21, 1964 in Williamsport and was the son...

Doris M. (Jenkins-Horn) Wilson

Oct 19, 2025

Doris M. (Jenkins-Horn) Wilson, 92, of Williamsport, passed away on October 19, 2025. She was born on June 25, 1933, in Williamsport, the daughter of the late Phenie Horn.

Doris was raised in Williamsport and graduated from Williamsport High School. She was employed for many years by GTE Sylvania. After retirement, she continued serving the community through...