All Obituaries

Donald Leroy Hillyard, 86, of Salladasburg passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024 at his residence.  He was born in Salladasburg December 11, 1937 a son of Harold and Edith Decker Hillyard.  He was a graduate of Jersey Shore High School and was a U.S. Army Veteran.  He was married July 7, 1961 to the former Connie M. Burke who preceded him in death this past February. Donald was a laborer his entire life retiring in the early 2000’s from Anchor-Darling Valve Co. He was a...

Mary F. Boring, of Jersey Shore, peacefully passed away on April 29, 2024. She was born on May 11, 1947, in Spangler, a retired seamstress for Woolrich. Mary had a passion for crocheting, gardening vegetables and flowers, and cherished the time spent with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren, whom she adored and who affectionately called her Nana.  Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Pearl (Smith) Boggetta; her husband of 57 years Donald L. Boring; her son,...

William W. Neff, Sr, 74 of Mill Hall passed away Sunday afternoon April 28, 2024 at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.  He was born July 27, 1949 in Lock Haven a son of Truman A. and Mariam (Reeder) Neff, Sr.  He was married to Agnes R. Ferguson Neff who passed away May 10, 2019.  Bill was employed by G.F.S retiring in 2015.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing & camping and was a member of the Avis American Legion, the Lock Haven Sons of Italy and the Castanea Fire...

AVIS - Karen F. Fulkrod, 67, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Lock Haven Rehab and Senior Living. She was born on September 30, 1956 in Jersey Shore and was the daughter of the late Samuel E. and Eva Mae (Spotts) Fulkrod.  She had worked at Manor Care, Jersey Shore for 15 years, retiring in 1995.  Karen enjoyed reading, crocheting, traveling and watching tv game shows and the tv show Oak Island. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers; Gordon...

Richard E. Barkman, 87, of Jersey Shore passed away after a short illness at Valley View Rehab & Nursing Center on April 14, 2024.  Born on January 29, 1937 in St. Albans, Queens County, New York to Homer Barkman and Margaret (Fluke) Barkman.  He was a graduate of Jersey Shore High School, Class of 1954.  He served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1958, achieving the rank of staff sergeant.  He retired from Verizon in 1991.  Richard was a member of the...

Troy F. Showers Sr., age 60, of Jersey Shore, passed away on April 6, 2024. Born on May 5, 1963, in Jersey Shore, Troy was a devoted Truck Driver for over 30 years, known for his hard work and dedication. In his free time, Troy enjoyed fishing, watching old movies, drawing, and most importantly, taking care of his family and spending quality time with his boys. Troy is survived by his wife, Freda L. Showers, his sons Troy F. Showers Jr. and Travis A. (Rachelle) Showers, his brothers...

Connie E. Keiper, 65, of Jersey Shore, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Jersey Shore Skilled Nursing and Rehab. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Send condolences at www.rearickcarpenter.com.

Lenora Jean Stackhouse, died March 9, 2024 at the UPMC Hospital, Williamsport, PA.  She was born Jan. 30, 1931 near Roaring Branch, PA to Loren and Edith (Myrick) McNett. She was married to Lester Stackhouse for 56 years until he preceded her in death on Nov. 2, 2006. Lenora graduated from Canton Area Schools in 1950. She retired from West Company, Jersey Shore, in 1991.  She had also been employed by Leader Nursing Home as well as Wheldons, Kelco, Woolrich, and other area sewing...

John K. Truax, affectionately known as "Santa," peacefully passed away on March 8, 2024, in Jersey Shore. He was born on October 6, 1942, in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania. John was 81 years old at the time of his passing.   John dedicated many years of service to Kellogg’s before retiring in 2005. His interests were varied and included wood working, working on farms, hunting, coaching baseball, Philadelphia Phillies, bowling, and supporting football teams such as the...

John Truax passed away Friday, March 8, 2024.  A full obituary will be available soon.