Obituaries

Oran Joseph "Sonny" Engler, Jr.

Feb 16, 2025

Oran Joseph "Sonny" Engler, Jr., 86, of Williamsport, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at UPMC Williamsport. He was born in Williamsport on August 14, 1938, a son of the late Oran J., Sr. and Gladys (Stackhouse) Engler.

Sonny served his country in United States Army. He married the love of his life, the former, Jane...

Janet H. (Sheef) Miller

Feb 4, 2025

Janet H. Miller, 91, of Williamsport, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the Gatehouse in Williamsport. She was born in Williamsport on January 17, 1934, a daughter of the late Harold A. and Mary E. (Leighty) Sheef. She graduated from Williamsport High School in 1951.

Janet was married to the late, Roy A. "Bud"...

James D Lewis

Feb 3, 2025

James "Jim" Donald Lewis, 75, a beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, went to be with the Lord on February 3, 2025, in Williamsport.  He was born on September 16, 1949, in Kane, PA to Shirley Beyer and the late Donald E. Lewis and lived a life marked by dedication to his country, his family, and his passions....

Barbara A. (Moore) Allen

Feb 2, 2025

Barbara A. (Moore) Allen, born on October 14, 1938, in Williamsport, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at the age of 86. With a life marked by grace, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community, she leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter.

Barbara dedicated much of her professional life as a...

Frederick E. "Fred" Stahl

Jan 30, 2025

Frederick Elwood Stahl, 89, of Williamsport, died Thursday, January 30, 2025, at UPMC Williamsport. Fred was born in Williamsport on January 2, 1936, to the late Fred F. and Thelma (Fink) Stahl. He graduated from Williamsport High School in 1953. Fred and his wife, the former Arlene Robbins, were married for 66 years. They are members of Messiah Lutheran...

Fred J. Lewis

Jan 29, 2025

MONTOURSVILLE - Fred J. Lewis, 74, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Fred was born on April 1, 1950 in Williamsport and was the son of the late Charles David and Evelyn M. (Myers) Lewis.  Fred had worked at HOPE Enterprises and had attended Calvary Baptist Church and Community Baptist Church.

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D. William "Bill" Claudfelter

Jan 28, 2025

TROUT RUN - D. William "Bill" Claudfelter, 85, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at UPMC Williamsport.

He was born on February 8, 1939 in Montgomery and was the son of the late Dorsey Claudfelter and Elizabeth (Grady) Claudfelter Capozzi.  Bill graduated from North-Mont High School in Turbotville in 1957. He had served his country by enlisting...

Tia Y. Smith-Fisher

Jan 16, 2025

Tia Y. Smith-Fisher

On January 16, 2025, our precious Tia went into the arms of Jesus surrounded by her family.

Tia was born on May 27, 1972 in Williamsport and was the daughter of Gary L. and Helen E. (Markle) Smith of Montoursville.  She graduated from Montoursville High School in 1990.  She was a member...

Diana L. (Yoder) Rovenolt

Jan 13, 2025

TROUT RUN - Diana L. Rovenolt, 77, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Muncy Place. She was born in Williamsport on June 16, 1947, the daughter of the late David C. and Anna L. (Null) Yoder, Sr.

Diana graduated from Williamsport Area High School and then Williamsport Area Community College with a degree in...

Dorothy J. Dinkins

Jan 13, 2025

WILLIAMSPORT - Dorothy J. Dinkins, 77, passed away Monday, January 13, 2025 at her daughter's home in Williamsport.

She was born on July 7, 1947 in Abington and was the daughter of the late Madison and Dorothy (Taliferro) Dinkins.  Dorothy graduated from Abington School District and had worked at Willow Grove Naval Air Base until their closing...

Edwin C. Wagoner, Jr.

Jan 1, 2025

WILLIAMSPORT - Edwin C. Wagoner, Jr., aged 67, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, in his hometown of Williamsport.  Born on July 3, 1957 to the late Edwin and Florence (Hall) Wagoner Sr.

Throughout his life, Edwin worked diligently in various fields, including construction—specifically roofing—mechanics, and car detailing.  He was known for his dedication to his...

Franklin Dean Lowe

Dec 31, 2024

WILLIAMSPORT - Franklin Dean Lowe, 67, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg.

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

Lorraine M. (Gortner) Ross

Dec 28, 2024

Lorraine M. (Gortner) Ross, 90

Lorraine M. (Gortner) Ross passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Heritage Springs Memory Care Montoursville.  Born and raised in Pennsdale, PA she was the daughter of the late Donald and Marguerite(Artley) Gortner.

Lorraine graduated from Muncy High School in 1952 along with her twin sister Loretta.  In 1963 she...

Doris J. (Handley) Gibbs

Dec 27, 2024

WILLIAMSPORT - Doris J. (Handley) Gibbs, 84, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Williamsport North Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. She was born in Watsontown on August 25, 1940.

Doris worked as a waitress at various restaurants in the area. She enjoyed fishing, camping and watching western movies. Doris liked to go on walks and tend...

Cindy Lee (Meyers) Werkheiser

Dec 24, 2024

Cindy Lee (Meyers) Werkheiser, 66, of Williamsport, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on October 24, 1958, a daughter of the late Robert A. Meyers and Kathleen (Schaeffer) Beaver, who survives.

Cindy retired from Home Healthcare as an aide and worked most recently as a...

Sherry L. (Betts) Hamman

Dec 22, 2024

Sherry L. (Betts) Hamman, 70, of Williamsport, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at UPMC Williamsport. She was born in Williamsport on January 6, 1954, a daughter of the late Foster Betts and Carlene (McMichael) Grimes.

Sherry worked as a certified nursing assistant and owned her own business as a housekeeper. She retired from the Lycoming...

David C. Smith

Dec 20, 2024

WILLIAMSPORT - David C. Smith, 80, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 at UPMC Williamsport.

He was married on November 6, 1982 to the former Robbin S. (Schreiner), who survives, and they have shared 42 years as husband and wife.

David was born on May 2, 1944 in Mansfield and was the son of the...

Emma C. "Carol" Trexler

Dec 20, 2024

MILL HALL - Emma C. "Carol" Trexler, 83, formerly of Altoona, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024 at UPMC Williamsport.

She was born on March 8, 1941 in Gallitzin and was the daughter of the late Alvin Clement and Mary Margaret (Williams) Trexler.  Over the years she has had various occupations including a dedicated homemaker.  She...

Chaddy Renee Hill

Dec 18, 2024

Chaddy Renee Hill, born on January 10, 1977, in Williamsport, passed away peacefully at her residence on December 18, 2024, at the age of 47. Her life was a testament to strength, love, and unwavering kindness.

Chaddy's journey was one filled with compassion and dedication. She worked tirelessly in many restaurants throughout the area, where she not...

Blanche M. (Hepburn) Digan

Dec 13, 2024

Blanche Marie Digan, 86, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, December 13, 2024. She

spent the last week of her life being lovingly cared for by the Gatehouse at Divine Providence

Hospital, surrounded by her children. Blanche is finally able to reunite with her youngest son, Wayne, whom she has greatly missed.

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