OBITUARIES
Scott W. Shuck
Jun 5, 2025
Scott W. Shuck, 63, of Montgomery passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025 at the Gatehouse.
Born June 21, 1961 in New Columbia, he was a son of the late Rosalie (Bennett) Rodgers and Barry W. Shuck, who survives. On May 30, 1987, he married the former Lori A. Yocum. Together they celebrated 38 years of marriage.
Scott was a 1979 graduate of...
Morton "Morty" Hershman
Jun 2, 2025
Morton "Morty" Hershman, 93, of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, passed peacefully at his home on June 2, 2025.
Born on April 29, 1932, in Philadelphia, Morton lived a long and meaningful life, filled with deep love for family, community, and learning.
He shared 70 years of marriage with his beloved wife, best friend, and life partner, Evelyn. Together, they built a family and community...
Joseph "Jody" Levison
May 31, 2025
Joseph J. “Jody” Levison, 73, of Watsontown, passed away Saturday, May31, 2025, at Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg.
Born March 30, 1952, inPotsdam, NY, he was a son of the late Felix and Mildred (Valencourt) Levison. On May 16, 1998, he married his loving wife, the former Julie Dreistadt, who survives.
Jody graduated from Norwood-Norfolk School district in NY. He worked early years...
Penny L. Zimmerman
May 28, 2025
Penny L. Zimmerman, 63, of New Berlin, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg.
Born January 31, 1962 in Lewisburg, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Betty Jane (Kerstetter) Murphy. On March 10, 2000 she married Charles Zimmerman, who survives.
Penny attended Lewisburg High School. She enjoyed cooking and worked as a chef for...
Kevin E. Rooker
May 27, 2025
Kevin E. Rooker, 41, of Muncy, died Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
Born February 10, 1984, in Muncy, He was the son of Mary (Brady) Rooker and the late Eugene Rooker.
Kevin worked in landscaping and enjoyed hunting, fishing and being a Philadelphia Eagles fan.
In addition to his mother, Kevin is survived by his two children: Brody and...
Anna R. Lechniak
May 27, 2025
Anna R. Lechniak, 94, a longtime resident of South Williamsport, died on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at Valley View, Montoursville.
Born October 26, 1930 in Kulpmont, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Imricko) Nemeth. On May 15, 1954 she married Walter “Wally” Lechniak who predeceased her on September 17, 2018.
Anna attended school in Kulpmont and worked a...
James Rodney Houseknecht
May 24, 2025
James Rodney Houseknecht, 75, of Muncy, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 24, 2025 at his home.
Born September 20, 1949 in Muncy, he was the son of the late James T. and Hazel L. (Narber) Houseknecht. Rodney married his high school sweetheart, the former Esther A. “Taffy” Egli, on March 18, 1967. Together they celebrated 58 wonderful years together.
Rodney was a...
Donald "Shane" Cartwright
May 15, 2025
Donald “Shane” Cartwright, 62, of Dewart, died Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Edenbrook North, Williamsport.
Born Sept. 9, 1962 in Hobbs, NM, he was a son of the late Josh and Shirley (Hammond) Cartwright.
After graduating from Hobbs High School, Shane attended college courses before pursuing his career in the oil industry.
Shane was a member of Masonic Lodge #401, Watsontown.
Surviving are his...
Janet L. Remish
May 13, 2025
Janet L. Remish, 83, of Montgomery, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Born May 9, 1942 in North Charleroi, she was a daughter of the late Holland and Ada (Moody) Gould. She married Steve Remish, who survives, and together they celebrated 61 years of marriage.
Janet graduated with an Associate’s Degree and worked in...
Betty Mae Miller
May 13, 2025
Betty Mae Miller, 78, most recently of Watsontown, died Monday, May 12, 2025 at Milton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Born August 23, 1946 in Lewisburg, she was a daughter of the late William and Leona Miller. On July 6, 1968, she married Michael Frank Miller, who preceded her death October 31, 1994. Together they celebrated 26 years of marriage.
Betty was a...
Jeane H. Smay
May 12, 2025
Jeane H. Smay, 96, of Muncy, died Monday, May 12, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.
Born May 18, 1928 in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of the late Merlin and Eva (Harris) Gulliver.
Jeane was a graduate of Myers High School. Having always wanting to be a teacher, she enrolled in the School of Education at Penn State. In...
Richard W. Langer
May 8, 2025
Richard W. “Dick” Langer was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ following a brief illness on May 8, 2025.
Born November 20, 1946, he was a son of the late William A. and Eva I. Langer of Montoursville. Dick graduated from Montoursville Area High School in 1964, beginning a career in business management at Endicott Johnson,...
John H. Stahl
May 6, 2025
John H. Stahl, 74, of Mifflinburg, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at his home.
Born on August 1, 1950 in Lewisburg, he was a son of the late Howard “Homer” and Alma (Furman) Stahl. On May 18, 1974 he married the former Bonita J. (Bonnie) Boyer, who survives.
John was a 1968 graduate of Milton High School. He worked for the...
Cathy Marie Long
May 4, 2025
Cathy Marie Long, 72, of Allenwood, died Sunday, May 4, 2025, at The Gatehouse, Williamsport.
Born March 13, 1953 in Bellefonte, she was a daughter to the late Boyd D. and Loretta E. (Askey) Lucas.
Cathy has been a dedicated caregiver, who worked over 40 years as a nurse. She spent 14 years at Centre Crest, then an additional 26 1/2 years...
Linda L. Boop Noll
May 4, 2025
Linda L. Boop Noll, 81, of Vicksburg, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at home with her husband and stepdaughters by her side.
She was born on December 17, 1943, in Lewisburg, a daughter of the late Lee Mearl and June (Spotts) Parker.
Linda was a graduate of Milton High School, Class of 1961. Since 1977, she was the owner and...
Doris I. Niklaus
May 3, 2025
Doris I. Niklaus, 94, of Muncy, died Saturday, May 3, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.
Born May 4, 1930 in Montoursville, she was a daughter of the late Leonard and Margaret (Harris) Karschner. She married Frederick S. Niklaus, Jr. and together they celebrated 45 years of marriage before his death June 18, 1996.
Doris attended Montoursville schools. She met...
John P. Shannon
Apr 28, 2025
John P. “John John” Shannon, 36, formerly of Williamsport and currently of Waller, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, at UPMC, Williamsport.
Born February 6, 1989, in Williamsport, he was a son of Michael Sr. and Patricia (Burson) Shannon, who survive.
John attended Williamsport School District. He worked various jobs through the years including landscaping, mechanical work, and at Shop-Vac, Williamsport.
John...
Edith C. Barger
Apr 25, 2025
Edith C. Barger, 89, of Milton, died Friday, April 25, 2025 at her home.
Born January 28, 1936, in Lewisburg, she was a daughter of the late Lee and Emily (Mabus) Coup.
After graduating from Lewisburg High School in 1959, she became a dedicated homemaker to her family. After her children were grown, she went on to work at Weis Bakery for...
Barry W. Knauer
Apr 19, 2025
Barry W. Knauer, 80, of Lewisburg, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
Born on February 4, 1945 in Shamokin Dam, he was a son of the late Banks and Eileen (Ditty) Knauer. On December 18, 2010 he married the former Lucie Rivoire, who survives.
Barry was a 1963 graduate of Selinsgrove High School and earned his...
Thomas John Henninger
Apr 15, 2025
Thomas John Henninger of Maple Hill Drive, Montgomery, died at 9:00 pm on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. A Christian from his youth, Tom has looked forward to eternity with his Lord and Savior.
He was born on November 5, 1939, at home on Frack Street in Frackville, PA. He is a son of William T. and Hazel J. (Wilds) Henninger. The...
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