Obituaries

Jul 3, 2021

WESLEY CHAPEL, FLORIDA - Harry B. Cheesman, Jr. passed away on July 3, 2021.  He was 97.

His wife, the former Elizabeth Ann Dellenbach, preceded him in death in 2006 as did his two brothers Clayton and Harold several years earlier.  Harry is survived by his son David also of Wesley Chapel along with several nephews, cousins,...

Jun 11, 2021

Ronald G. Alkire, 88, of Williamsport, died at the Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY on Friday, June 11, 2021.  He was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on April 26, 1933, a son of the late Russell and Elizabeth (Barker) Alkire.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 56...

Jun 5, 2021

WILLIAMSPORT - Eleanor L. (Warren) Derr, 81, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 at her residence.

She was married on September 16, 1967 to the late Lester Eugen Derr who passed away May 30, 1992.

Eleanor was born on December 29, 1939 in Plainfield, New Jersey, the daughter of the late Leslie Edwin and Dorothy...

May 28, 2021

MARSH HILL AND MONTOURSVILLE - Ellen Violet Lucas, age 93, passed away May 28, 2021, of complications from dementia.   Mom was born August 6, 1927 to Frances and Clarence Apker, on a large farm in Marsh Hill, PA where she lived most of her life and attended grade school in the one-room schoolhouse.  Her great-great-great grandfather, John (Apgar) Apker,...

May 23, 2021

Zachary Mahserjian-Smith, 31, of Williamsport passed away peacefully on Sunday May 23, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.

He will forever be remembered for his kind and loving soul. Zachary had an unwavering faith in the Lord and enjoyed music, especially singing while at church.

He is survived by his parents Susan (Ecker) ...

May 23, 2021

Zachary Mahserjian-Smith, 31, of Williamsport passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday May 23, 2021 surrounded by his family.

He was known for his kind and loving spirit. Zachary's faith in the Lord shined through everything he did.

He is survived by his parents Susan and Mark Mahserjian-Smith; a twin brother Luke; and five...

May 22, 2021

Don Skiles, 81, of San Francisco, CA, died on May 22, 2021.

He was born to Raymond Lee Skiles and Mary Elizabeth (Canaan) Skiles on July 23, 1939 in Freeport, PA.  He was the devoted husband of Marian Schell; they were married for almost 50 years.  Don graduated from Freeport Area Joint High School in 1957.  He...

May 19, 2021

WILLIAMSPORT - Dylan J. Redden, 30, passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at his residence.

He was born on February 5, 1991 in Williamsport and was the son of Keith W. Redden of Williamsport and Nico Strouse of Cogan Station.  He graduated from Williamsport High School in 2009 and served in the National Guard after high school. ...

May 9, 2021

Karyn S. (Odell) Yagel, 65, of South Williamsport passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 9, 2021 at UPMC Williamsport.

She is survived by her loving husband, Thomas Tamberelli. Together they shared fifteen wonderful years.

Karyn worked as a financial advisor for Voya for over 46 years and had since retired. She enjoyed spending time with...

May 7, 2021

WILLIAMSPORT - Harrison F. Aderhold, 95, transitioned from this life with his hand in that of his Savior Jesus May 7, 2021 and into the waiting arms of his late wife Sara, who predeceased him November 10, 2008.

He was born February 10, 1926, one of 12 children to the late Leslie and Verda (Isbell) Aderhold, both...

May 6, 2021

Sharon Y. Brown-Hill was born in Williamsport, PA on July 17, 1950 and passed away peacefully on May 6, 2021 at age 70.

She was born the daughter of the late Frederick S. Brown, Sr. and Mabel L. (Smith) Brown. Sharon worked as a Unit Clerk at Williamsport Hospital for fifteen years before she retired. She enjoyed...

May 6, 2021

WILLIAMSPORT - James A. "Jim" Bryan, 89, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was married to the former Leona E. "Lee" (Farley), who survives.  They have shared 65 years as husband and wife.

James was born on April 29, 1932 in Danville and was the son of...

Apr 25, 2021

WILLIAMSPORT - Gladys E. (Shaffer) Knauss, 93, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at UPMC Susquehanna, Williamsport, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.

She was married to the late Howard W. Knauss who had passed away February 14, 2002.  They had celebrated 45 years at the time of his death.

Gladys was...

Apr 17, 2021

Grant D. "Zeke" Eichenlaub Jr., 63, of Montgomery passed away peacefully Saturday April 17, 2021 at the Gatehouse Hospice in Williamsport.

Zeke is survived by his wife Joann (Wagner) Eichenlaub. Together they shared over three decades of marriage.

He was born June 15, 1957 the son of the late Grant Eichenlaub, Sr. and Mary Ellen...

Apr 17, 2021

William G. Becht, 83, of Old Lycoming Township in Williamsport passed away peacefully Saturday April 17, 2021 at his home.

He was born January 7, 1938 the son of the late Henry and Anna (Fedock) Becht in Manhattan, NY.

William was preceded in death by his wife Regina (Schroeder) Becht on November 8, 2015. Together...

Apr 15, 2021

Forest Glenn Hafer, 61 of Williamsport passed away Thursday April 15, 2021 at UPMC Williamsport.  He was born July 20, 1959 a son of Forest E. and Rita Hafer, Jr.  He was employed by the Williamsport Area School District in the maintenance department.

He is only survived by cousins including Barry Hafer of Port Matilda.  In keeping...

Apr 15, 2021

Nancy M. Knight, 61 of Williamsport passed away Thursday April 15, 2021 at the Gatehouse in Williamsport.

She was born September 16, 1959 in Williamsport, a daughter of the late Gerri Hudson.  She was a homemaker her entire life.  She enjoyed riding motorcycles and traveling.  She loved her family and grandchildren and had accepted Jesus Christ as...

Apr 14, 2021

Virginia A. Berninger, 83, of Williamsport, passed away Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at her residence.  She was born in Williamsport on May 26, 1937 the daughter of the late Harriet Mitchell Lose.  She was married to Richard Berninger who passed in 2007.  She was a homemaker her entire life.  She enjoyed her cats, watching TV and loved spending time...

Apr 10, 2021

WILLIAMSPORT - Ronald Eugene Baity, 60, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at his mother's residence.

He was born on April 5, 1961 in Williamsport Hospital and was the son of Rebecca Jane (Porter) Baity and the late Edward Eugene Baity.  He had graduated in 1979 from Williamsport Area High School.  Ron excelled in academics...

Apr 7, 2021

WILLIAMSPORT - Glenda Annette (Gibson) Short, 63, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at UPMC Susquehanna, Williamsport.

She was married to the late John Kevin Short for 39 years until his death on April 26, 2016.

Glenda was born on December 21, 1957 in Pottstown and was the daughter of the late Leroy and Marjorie...