OBITUARIES

Nov 18, 2025

Donald E. Miller, 90, of Hugheville, and a longtime resident of Muncy, known affectionately as “Boney”, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Born November 24, 1934, in Williamsport, he was a son of the late Bruce Dewey “Duke” and Ruth (Gortner) Miller. Donald married the love of his life, Ann (Buhl)...

Nov 18, 2025

Robert T. “Bob” Stamm, Sr., 82, a longtime resident of Milton, died Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Greenwood Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, Lewistown.

He was born October 22, 1943 in Montgomery, a son of the late Lester and Elizabeth (Middleton) Stamm.

Bob was a 1961 graduate of Warrior Run High School. After high school, he served in the United States Marines....

Nov 17, 2025

James H. “Jim” Bishop, 72, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 17, 2025, in Muncy, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, and deep devotion to his family, community, and the land he so lovingly cared for.

Born October 2, 1953, in Dansville, NY, Jim was the beloved son of the late Harold D. Bishop and Irene (Pelletier) Bishop, who...

Nov 10, 2025

Chuck Zimmerman, 63, of New Berlin, died on Monday, November 10, 2025 at his home.

He was born on August 3, 1962 in Washington, PA. On March 10, 2000 he married the former Penny L. Murphy, who preceded him in death May 28, 2025. Together they celebrated 25 years of marriage.

Chuck worked as a mechanic throughout his life.

Surviving are a daughter,...

Nov 9, 2025

MaryLew Geiswite, 81, formerly of Lewisburg, died Sunday, November 9, 2025 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born December 12, 1943, in Monroe Twp., she was a daughter of the late Elmer W. and Phyllis M. (Beinlich) Reichley. On March 26, 1961 she married William L. “Bill” Geiswite, Sr., who preceded her in death April 18, 1995. Together they celebrated 34 years...

Nov 8, 2025

M. Jane Reibsome, 99, of Watsontown, died Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Watsontown Health and Rehabilitation.

She was born February 13, 1926 in Watsontown, a daughter of the late William H. and Jennie (Young) Middlesworth. On July 5, 1947 she married William A. Reibsome, who predeceased her October 30, 2008. Together they celebrated 61 years of marriage.

Jane worked for Sylvania, Williamsport...

Nov 4, 2025

Laurie J. Lyons, 61, formerly of Muncy, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at UPMC, Williamsport.

Born April 21, 1964, in Williamsport, she was a daughter of the late Delores Eiswerth.

Laurie was a graduate of Williamsport High School and earned her associate degree from the former Williamsport School of Commerce.

Laurie retired in 2020 as a trust fund supervisor from FCC Petersburg,...

Nov 4, 2025

Dolores L. Brennan, 93, formerly of Montgomery, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at UPMC, Muncy. Born on November 2, 1932, in Dewart, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Martha (Sherman) Burrows. She married her husband, Allen Brennan, who predeceased her on April 25, 1986. Dolores was a graduate of Watsontown High School. She spent much...

Nov 4, 2025

Nov 3, 2025

Patrick Fallon, 84, of Watsontown, died Monday, November 3, 2025 at home.

He was born April 25, 1941 in Lewisburg, a son of the late Frank and Esther (Dorman) Fallon. On July 4, 1962 he married the former Nancy L. Haire, who predeceased him December 19, 2005. Together they celebrated 43 years of marriage.

Patrick owned and operated P & L Budget...

Nov 2, 2025

Carol Kessler DeSilva, 76, of Muncy, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Geisinger, Muncy.

She was born on September 13, 1949, in Danville, the daughter of the late R. Clark and Harriett (Foust) Kessler. On May 19, 1979, she married Andrew G. DeSilva, who predeceased her in 1995.

Carol was a graduate of St. Cyril Academy, Danville. She later earned her bachelor’s...

Nov 2, 2025

Robert W. “Bob” Burkholder, 93, a longtime resident of Muncy, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at home with his family by his side.

Born March 18, 1932, in Muncy, he was a sonof the late Carl and Viola (Speary) Burkholder. On August 5, 1967, he married the former Joanne Houseknecht, who survives. They celebrated 58 years of marriage.

Bob was...

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Oct 19, 2025

Dr. R. Keith Michael, 94, Professor Emeritus of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance at Indiana University Bloomington, died peacefully in Bloomington on October 19, 2025. His wife of 71 years, Marion Bankert Michael died shortly after on October 23rd. Keith is survived by his nieces Karen Nafzinger Moore (Tom) and Nancy Jo Carter (James) and his nephew James R Michael...

Oct 18, 2025

Dennis D. “Denny” Sampsell, 67, of Mazeppa, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Milton Nursing and Rehab.

Born on February 28, 1958, in Lewisburg, he was the son of the late Herman “Pete” Jr. and Roberta (Robinson) Sampsell. He married the former Linda Shrawder, who survives. Together they celebrated 39 years of marriage.

Denny was a 1976 graduate of Mifflinburg...

Oct 18, 2025

Charles A. Strayer, Jr., 66, of Watsontown, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025 at home with his family by his side.

Born March 6, 1959 in Topeka, KS, he was a son of the late Charles Sr. and Bonnie (Clifton) Strayer. On June 19, 2020 he married the former Stephanie Sones, who survives.

Chuck was a 1977 graduate of Montgomery High School...

Oct 15, 2025

Helen L. Dougherty, 91, of Montgomery, died Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Watsontown Health & Rehab.

Born July 29, 1934 in Montgomery, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Hazel (Bartlett) Bartlow. In 1954 she married Francis Dougherty, who preceded her in death March 5, 2007. Together they celebrated 53 years of marriage.

Helen attended Montgomery Area schools. She worked...

Oct 5, 2025

Gary L. Moore, 60, of Montgomery, died Sunday, October 5, 2025 at UPMC, Harrisburg.

Born March 26, 1965 in Muncy, he was a son of the late Frank D. and Barbara E. (Hill) Moore.

Gary was a graduate of Muncy High School. He worked for several years at Lycoming Engines before becoming a caretaker for his family.

Gary enjoyed the outdoors including hunting,...