All Obituaries

Ernest (Ernie) H. Keister, Jr., 88, of Lewisburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. He was born January 6, 1935, the son of the late Ernest H., Sr. and Mildred (Catherman) Keister.  He was a long-time member of Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lewisburg. Ernie loved bowling and being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He enjoyed getting coffee and hash browns from McDonald’s and spending his mornings by the river with his dog Smokey at...

Kathy V. Robbins, 67, of Montoursville, died Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at UPMC, Williamsport. Born March 30, 1956 in Rochester, NY, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Ann (Zutes) Venieris. Kathy was a graduate of Nazareth College and most recently owned and operated Pudgie’s of Williamsport and Montoursville. Kathy was a true mom to everyone, caring deeply for her family, co-workers and friends.  She cherished the joy of babies and children in her life, especially...

June E. Pewterbaugh, 91, of Muncy, died Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at Muncy Place. Born July 7, 1932 in Muncy, she was a daughter of the late Capt. Arthur T. and Ruth P. (Vandersloot) Eaker. On August 27, 1949 she married the love of her life, Howard H. “Petie” Pewterbaugh. Together they shared nearly 60 years of marriage until his death on April 15, 2009. June was a 1950 graduate of Muncy High School. She enjoyed raising and caring for her family. She was a member of the...

Joyce E. Warner, 77, of Muncy, died Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at Nottingham Village, Northumberland. Born September 3, 1946 in Muncy, she was the daughter of the late Verus H. and Isabelle M. (Houseknecht) Karschner. On November 21, 1964 she married Don Warner, Sr., who survives. Together they celebrated 58 years of marriage. Joyce was a 1964 graduate of Muncy High School. She worked for over 30 years at the former K-Mart, Loyalsock. She was a member of Clarkstown United Methodist...

Gael H. Rothfuss, 78, of Muncy, died Monday, September 25, 2023 at UPMC Susquehanna, Williamsport. Born August 6, 1945, in Morristown, New Jersey, she was a daughter of the late George and Helen M. (Headley) Vial.  On December 9, 1966 she married Ray E. Rothfuss, Jr. Together they celebrated 55 years of marriage before his death December 17, 2021. Gael was a 1963 graduate of Muncy High School.  She worked as a sales representative for Princess House products for 20 years. Most...

Barbara H. Dunn, 89, a longtime resident of Muncy, died Thursday, September 21, 2023 at her grandson’s residence in Gilbert, Arizona. Born September 15, 1934 in Sunbury, she was a daughter of the late Russell L. and Emily B. (Bain) Zerbe. On June 6, 1954 she married Robert Nelson Dunn. Together they shared 47 years of marriage until his death on June 21, 2001. Barbara was a 1952 graduate of Northumberland High School. After high school, she became a Licensed Practical Nurse and...

Robert C. “Bob” Riddell, Sr., 79, of Montgomery, died Sunday, September 17, 2023, at the home of his daughter surrounded by his family. Born November 16, 1943, in Williamsport, he was a son of the late Harry W. Sr., and Sara E. (Meisel) Riddell. On June 21, 1969, he married the former Roxie A. Fisher, who survives. Together they celebrated 54 years of marriage. Bob was a 1962 graduate of Montgomery High School.  Earlier in life he worked on  Kenny Blessing’s...

Travis L. Michael, 35, of West Wyoming and formerly of Milton, died Saturday, September 16, 2023. He was born May 23, 1988 in Abilene, TX, a son of Larry Michael and Sabrina (Miller) Pasko, who both survive. Travis attended Milton Schools and later Fortis Institute.  He owned and operated his own business, Air Motion Performance. Travis had his HVAC certification and took pride in his hard work as well as teaching others.  He was extremely intelligent and had a rare gift of...

William H. “Bill” Likens, 94, of Muncy, died Friday, September 8, 2023 at Valley View Nursing Center, Montoursville. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 13, at the First United Methodist Church, 602 S. Market St., Muncy, with the Rev. Richard Robinson, officiating. Burial will follow in Muncy Cemetery.

Carole Marie Bryson, 63, of Muncy, died Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at UPMC, Muncy. Born January 18, 1960 in Muncy, she was a daughter of the late William and Marvine (Phillips) Bryson. Carole attended Montgomery schools and worked several jobs earlier in life. She loved to sing, play bingo, crochet, and do word search puzzles.  Most importantly, Carole enjoyed time spent with her family. Surviving are two daughters, Charlotte (Elmer Morey) Bryson and Monica (Adam) Blaker, all of...