Jerome “Jerry” James Fitzsimmons, Sr., age 89, of South Williamsport, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026. Jerry was the son of Kenneth and Genevieve (Baggot) Fitzsimmons and born in Hughesville, Pennsylvania on September 23, 1936. He attended Williamsport High School before proudly serving in the US Army (1955-1958), where he was stationed in
Danny Joe Sunderland, 69, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at UPMC of Williamsport, after a courageous five-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on August 28, 1956, in Lincoln, Nebraska, and was a son of Charlene (Patterson) Sunderland Keller and the late Ronald Gene Sunderland. Danny was a graduate of Williamsport Area
Mary Kate Workman Bechdel, 81, of Lock Haven passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, July 10, 2026. She was born October 19, 1944 in Lock Haven, a daughter of the late Harold and Mary Holter. She was a graduate of Lock Haven High School. Mary Kate worked for many years
Richard E Gaul, 74, of Lock Haven, PA, passed away on July 12, 2026, at Haven Place in Lock Haven. Richard was born in Lock to the late Clarence E and Erma L. Gaul (Dugan) on March 29, 1952. He was joined in marriage to the late Marilyn J. Gaul (Robb) on July 27, 1973.
Susan Long Myers, 72, of Williamsport, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026 at the Gatehouse at Divine Providence Hospital. Born on February 24, 1954 in Williamsport, Sue was the daughter of the late Edward and Jane (Lentz) Long. She spent her life making and keeping friends; taking genuine interest in people’s lives and always putting
Brian Mantie 43 years old of Lock Haven Pennsylvania passed away on July 4, 2026. Brian was born on May 30th, 1983 in Hartford Connecticut. Brian proudly served his country in the National Guard at Guantanamo Bay. Following his military service, he completed college, and worked as a social worker helping people in need. Brian
Leola M. McCurry, 96, of Cross Fork, Pa., passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026 at Lock Haven Rehabilitation and Sr. Living. She was born on March, 10th, 1930 in Conrad, Pa., one of 11 children to the late George and Lois (Purdy) McGuire. Leola worked for 25 years for Sylvania in Emporium while living
Wayne L. Martz, Jr., 51, of Beech Creek passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026 at Haven Place, Lock Haven. He was born on April 9, 1975 in Lock Haven and was a 1996 graduate of Lock Haven High School. Wayne attended the Blanchard Church of Christ. He enjoyed NASCAR races, tractors and cows. Wayne was
We sadly announce that “Betsy from Otto’s”, a local radio celebrity and entrepreneur who ran Otto’s Bookstore in the heart of downtown Williamsport, has died. Elizabeth (Betsy) Rider passed away on July 10, 2026, at the age of 91. Betsy was born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on September 2, 1934, the third child of Jacob and
Carol Jane Galbraith Houck, 85, was welcomed into the loving arms of her Lord on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Born October 5, 1940 at her family’s home in Martins Grove, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Dorothy Galbraith. Her family then moved to Lock Haven where she was raised and graduated high
Gale M. Brooks, of Jersey Shore, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on December 24, 1937, in Jersey Shore, to the late Ernest and Margaret (Metzger) Brooks, Gale was a man of deep faith, devotion, and love for his family and community. A devoted servant of God, Gale
Martin F. Dougherty, 63, of Williamsport, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026 at UPMC Williamsport. He is survived by his partner of over 26 years, Cindy Anderson. Born November 19, 1962 in Williamsport, he was a son of the late Martin F. and Winifred (Purvin) Dougherty, as well as a step-son of the late
