OBITUARIES
Janet Louise Sechrist
Jul 25, 2024
Sechrist, Janet Louise (Lockett), 92, McVeytown, passed away on Thursday July 25, 2024, at Geisinger Lewistown. Born November 7, 1931, Lewistown, daughter of the late Clair and Edith (Flynn) Lockett. Preceded in death by her husband, Mervin C. Sechrist; and siblings, Roy Lockett, Clair Lockett Jr. and Mary Clark. Survived by children, Harold Lockett and wife, Sandy; Gary Sechrist; Albert...
Stephen J. Gergel
Jul 22, 2024
Gergel, Stephen J., 92, of Jacksonville, FL formerly of Mount Union, passed away July 22, 2024, in Florida. Born October 28, 1931, Mount Union, son of the late Michael and Agnes (Kuflick) Gergel. Surviving is his sister Helen Black and several nieces and nephews. He retired as an Lieutenant from the United States Navy after 25 years of service. Stephen...
Ruth E. Wilson
Jul 21, 2024
Wilson, Ruth E. (Lowry), 75, Orbisonia, passed away Sunday July 21, 2024, at Penn Highlands Huntingdon. Born August 18, 1948, Robertsdale, daughter of the late Albert Levi and Evelyn Jane Lowry. Survived by her husband, Guy Clyde Wilson Jr.; children, Chrystal Spayd and husband, Chris; Brian Benson and wife, Brandy; Jessica Benson; and Johnny Benson; 6 grandchildren, Derek, Sylver, Brayden,...
Bonnie Kay Hooper
Jul 20, 2024
Hooper, Bonita “Bonnie” Kay, 74, Three Springs, passed away Saturday July 20, 2024, at Mercy House of Chambersburg. Born April 6, 1950, Huntingdon, daughter of the late Allen C. and Lucy M. (Watkins) Nearhood. Survived by her loving husband, Frank Hooper; son, Scott R. A. Hooper and wife, Christy (Rydbom); brother, Roger “Robbie” Nearhood and wife, Teresa; nieces and nephews,...
John A. Atherton
Jul 13, 2024
Atherton, John A., 89, Shirleysburg, passed away Saturday July 13, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. Born January 30, 1935, Cedar Crest, son of the late Harry and Evelyn (Reeder) Atherton. Survived by his loving wife, Loretta J. (Snyder) Atherton. Also survived by children, Kris Wylupek; Kyle Atherton and wife, Jodi; Karl Atherton and wife, Karen; 7 grandchildren, Rebekah...
Barry Don Kissiel
Jul 4, 2024
Kissiel, Barry Don, 86, Mapleton, passed away Thursday July 4, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. Born February 3, 1938, Mapleton, son of the late Samuel P. and Mary (Skipper) Kissiel. Preceded in death by his wife, Meda E. (Yocum) Kissiel. Also preceded by a daughter, Wanda Hoover; and a brother, Samuel R. Kissiel. Survived by his children, Samuel...
Lu Ann Arnold
Jun 29, 2024
LuAnn Ramey Arnold, 70, went home to the Lord on June 29, 2024, at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital after a rapid decline in her health.LuAnn was born to George Robert and Doris L. (Dell) Ramey on March 21, 1954, in Huntingdon, Pa. She was united in marriage to Ed Arnold of Huntingdon. Mr. Arnold passed away in 2016. LuAnn is survived...
David P. Bost
Jun 28, 2024
Bost, David P., 64, Cresson, passed away Friday, June 28, 2024 at Maple Heights, Ebensburg after a brief battle with cancer. Born June 7, 1960, Altoona, son of the late Patrick and Olene (Sanker) Bost. He was preceded in death by his wife, Laura Beale. Survived by his sister, Patricia Bost and brother, Tim Bost and wife Kari. David was...
Bonnie Kay McWhirt
Jun 25, 2024
McWhirt, Bonnie Kay Gilliand, 76, Orbisonia, passed away June 25, 2024, at Embassy at Woodland Park, Orbisonia. Born February 9, 1948, Huntingdon, daughter of the late John and Delores (Gill) Gilliland. Survived by daughter, Elizabeth McWhirt; granddaughter, Caroline McWhirt; brother, John Gilliland and wife, Teresa; and long-time companion, Terry “Skip” Rinker. Preceded in death by siblings, Terry Gilliland, Steve Gilliland,...
Angel Arocho Cruz
Jun 16, 2024
Arocho Cruz, Angel, 80, Cresson, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Altoona. Born March 7, 1944, San Sebastian, Puerto Rico, son of the late Carmelo Arocho Ramus and Felicita Cruz Perez. Survived by daughters, Rosa and Sonya Arocho; sons, Jospeh Arocho and Angel Arocho Gonzalez; daughter in law, Norma Marrero; grandson, Mike Marrero;...
Waneta Strauser Zimmerman
Jun 10, 2024
Waneta (Moore) Strauser Zimmerman, 73, Reedesville, passed away June 10, 2024, at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital. Born October 3, 1950, Mifflin County, daughter of the late Raymond and Betsy (Thompson) Moore. Survived by children, Tammy Heebner, Michael Strauser, Betty Myers, Karl Strauser, and Kerry Cutshall; 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren with 2 on the way. Preceded in death by 11 brothers...
Huguette Jenkins
Jun 9, 2024
Huguette (Brenon) Jenkins, 89, of Hill Valley, Mount Union, passed away peacefully on June 9th, 2024, at Embassy at Woodland Park in Orbisonia, PA after a brief illness. Mrs. Jenkins was born February 3rd, 1935, in Nancy, France to Robert Brenon and Marcelle Barbe Dine. At the age of 24, Huguette was united in marriage to John L. Jenkins in...
Ronald R. Laney
Jun 7, 2024
Laney, Ronald R., 82, Cresson, passed away unexpectedly Friday, June 7, 2024 at his home. Born October 13, 1941, Indiana Co., son of the late Arthur H. and Amanda M (Long) Laney. Preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Lou (Skidmore); daughter, Shari Laney; and grandson, Adam Fry; and 7 sisters and 4 brothers. Survived by his children, Julie (Andy)...
Leonard W. Garrett
Jun 6, 2024
Leonard Garrett completed his earthly journey on Thursday, June 6, 2024, passing peacefully during the early morning hours. While Leonard is joining our heavenly father, angels and other loved ones who have passed, his 94-year journey as the patriarch includes a legacy of his loving wife, Dorothy (Delozier), four children, Karen; Mark & wife Tammy; Beth & husband Robert; and...
Richard Allen Gergel
Jun 6, 2024
Gergel, Richard Allen, 77, Huntingdon, passed away Thursday June 6, 2024, at William Penn Nursing Home, Lewistown, following a brief illness. Born October 3, 1946, Washington D.C., son of the late John M. Gergel Sr. and Susan (Svrcek). Survived by his loving wife, Susan J. (Quinn) Gergel; daughter, Deanne M. Kylor and husband, Travis; grandson, Devon Kylor and companion, Courtney;...
Elwood "Jim" J. Drass, Jr.
Jun 1, 2024
Drass, Elwood “Jim” J. Jr., 89, Cresson, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Altoona. Born April 30, 1935, Loretto, son of the late Elwood J. Sr. and Kathryn D. (Batulis) Drass. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Elizabeth (Conrad) Drass; daughter-in-law, Tammy Drass; and a brother, Mark Drass. Survived by his...
John W. Egnot
Jun 1, 2024
Egnot, John W., 79, Cresson, went to be with his heavenly family on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Born May 23, 1945, Uniontown, Fayette Co., son of the late John P. and Anne (Csmos) Egnot. John was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by wife, Susan M. (Schenk) and son, John W. Egnot Jr. and wife...
Rodney Earl Worthy
May 20, 2024
Worthy, Rodney Earl, 62, Huntingdon, passed away Monday May 20, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. Born May 10, 1962, Huntingdon, son of the late Leroy and Darlene (Garlock) Worthy. Survived by his loving wife, Susi D. (Rhodes) Worthy; children, Angela Leonard and husband, David; and Rodney E. Worthy Jr. and companion, Cassie Riley; and a brother, Neal Worthy....
Raymond M. Singer Jr.
May 19, 2024
Singer, Raymond M. Jr. “Bud”, 75, McVeytown, went home to be with the Lord Sunday May 19, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his family. Born September 16, 1948, Mount Union, son of the late Raymond M. Sr. and Martha (Kruis) Singer. Survived by loving wife of 54 years, Connie (Bowser) Singer, children, Roxanne Hassinger, Monica Simcisko and spouse, Denny;...
Judy Lynn Goss
May 18, 2024
Goss, Judy Lynn, 69, Huntingdon, passed away May 18, 2024. Born March 12, 1955, Huntingdon, daughter of the late Clair and Arlene (Cohenour) Goss. Preceded in death by a brother, Lee Goss; and her beloved dog of 16 years, Dillon. Survived by her siblings, Valerie Goss and Brad Goss; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Judy was a 1973...
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