Obituaries

May 18, 2026

William R. Worobec of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, devoted conservationist, public servant, master craftsman, avid skier, and loving family man, passed away surrounded by family. He was widely respected for his leadership in protecting the Commonwealth’s aquatic resources and for inspiring others to value and preserve the natural world.

Mr. Worobec was a graduate of Mercersburg Academy, after which he attended Bucknell University...

May 13, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT - Jacqueline Ann (Gair) Martinez, 65, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at PAM Health Specialty Hospital, Wilkes-Barre.

She was born on January 25, 1961 in Williamsport and was the daughter of Gloria (Houser) Formica of Williamsport and the late Walter Gair.

Jacqueline attended the All Saints Episcopal Church and enjoyed bowling and playing pool. She had a special love for her...

May 2, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT - Edmond Joseph “Bud” Regel, Jr., 89, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026 at UPMC, Williamsport.

He was married to the late Shirley A. (Kulp) who had passed away in 2017.

Edmond was born on August 25, 1936 in Wayne, Michigan and was the son of the late Edmond J. and Kathryn (Hopkins) Regel, Sr. He served his country by enlisting in...

Apr 24, 2026

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT - Timothy E. “Tim” Phlegar, 64, passed away Friday, April 24, 2026 at his home after becoming disabled and many years of medical issues, including PTSD.

He was married to the former Heidi A. (Knowlden), who survives, on May 24, 1988. They would have shared 38 years of marriage this May.

Tim was born on March 26, 1962 in Williamsport and...

Apr 23, 2026

Marjorie “Marge” (Bebble) Killian, affectionately known as, Mom, Grammy, Nene, Great Grammy, and Deanie, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Marjorie was born in Canton, a daughter of the late Ben and Luella Bebble. She grew up in the rural area of Roaring Branch and attended Canton schools. She graduated from...

Apr 19, 2026

Sharon J. Liddic, 70, of Williamsport, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Edenbrook North in Williamsport. She was born in Williamsport on October 28, 1955, a daughter of the late Leslie and Viola (Lovell) Liddic.

Sharon attended Greenview Alliance Church in Montoursville. She worked at the Grit newspaper and as a housekeeper for many years. Sharon loved being...

Apr 16, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT - Roberta A. (Deckman) McCloskey, 86, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family.

She was married to the late William B. McCloskey for 42 years at the time of his death on April 13, 2008.

Roberta was born on March 7, 1940 in Williamsport and was the daughter of the late Robert Porter and Catherine Mae...

Apr 14, 2026

TROUT RUN - Lorena H. (Kilmer) Gardner, 87, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at her home.

She was born on May 2, 1938 in Pleasant Stream and was the daughter of the late John M. and Sarah A. (Kepner) Kilmer. Lorena had worked at Midway Truck Stop as a cook and then worked at Glamorize and Weis Markets. She was a...

Apr 8, 2026

Larry A. Kahle, 81, of Elimsport, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at WeCare Sycamore in Montoursville. Born on May 21, 1944, in Montgomery, he was the first child of the late John and Betty (Wertz) Kahle.

Larry was a proud graduate of Montgomery Area High School, Class of 1963. He went on to...

Mar 25, 2026

Wade Howard Wright, age 79, died peacefully on March 25, 2026 at Nottingham Village Retirement Center in Northumberland, PA, where he had been a resident since July 2025 and under the care of Compassus Hospice since November, supported by loving family and friends.

Wade was born on November 23,1946 in Washington, DC to Lt. Col. Ernest C. Wright of Ames, IA...

Mar 24, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT - Roberta L. Williams, 74, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at Edenbrook North, Williamsport.

She was the wife of Kermit Williams, III, who survives and they were married in 2003.

Roberta was born on October 3, 1951 in St. Louis, Missouri and was the daughter of the late Pinky (Herrett). She had worked at Wegmans for 17 years.

In addition to her...

Mar 23, 2026

Patricia A. (Hampton) Yocum, 82, formerly of Williamsport, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, in Wilkes Barre.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

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Mar 19, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT - Dolores R. (Getgen) Harvey, 86, passed away at her home on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

She was born on March 28, 1939 in Williamsport and was the daughter of the late Bert E. and Martha Ellen (George) Getgen. She enjoyed her life to the fullest and with her furbaby, Max, until his passing on July 3, 2021 and she spent her...

Mar 9, 2026

Sunrise: October 30, 1928  Sunset: March 9, 2026

Virday Irene Brown, of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, transitioned on March 9, 2026, to be with the Lord at the remarkable age of 97 surrounded by her loving family in Bel Air, Maryland. She was born on October 30, 1928, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to Claude and Cordie Brown.

Virday attended Williamsport High School, where she built lifelong...

Mar 5, 2026

LINDEN - Donald William “Donnie” Simcox, 64, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026 at his home.

He was married to the former Debra A. “Deb” (Price), who survives, in 2010.

Donnie was born on September 11, 1961 in Williamsport and was the son of Mary (Hamilton) Simcox Albright of Williamsport and the late Charles F. Simcox. He graduated from Williamsport High School and...

Mar 2, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT - John David Estes (Dave), passed away surrounded by his loving family, after a year-long illness. He is survived by his wife, Penny (Marquardt) Estes; son, Nathan Kulp (Dana Garner) and his three daughters, Erin Roush (Chip Roush), Elizabeth Estes (Chris Cline), and Erica Lopez (Coco Lopez). Also surviving are twelve grandchildren, Annalyssa (Levi Stover), Landen, Arielle (Aaron Cipriani), Levi,...

Feb 15, 2026

TROUT RUN - John A. Westbrook, 91, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026 at UPMC, Williamsport.

He was married in 1959 to the former Phyllis J. (Lewis), who survives. They have shared 67 years of marriage.

John was born in Montoursville on March 20, 1934 and was the son of the late Ruth V. Westbrook. He enlisted and served his country with the...

Feb 14, 2026

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT - Harry A. Rhian III “Sonny”, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Sonny was a loving husband of 44 years to Betty Rhian. He loved riding his motorcycle, hunting, and fishing along with his wife Betty. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.

Per his request there will not be any services. Prayers are always welcome...

Feb 13, 2026

Feb 13, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT - Jewel M. (Stiber) Steimling, 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026, at UPMC Williamsport. She was born in Williamsport on June 6, 1934, a daughter of the late Miles H. and Belva E. (Phillips) Stiber.

Jewel worked at and retired from Wundies. She liked to work in her yard and loved to dote on her four cats, Bandit,...