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Fernando L. Alvirena

Fernando L. Alvirena

Apr 20, 2026

MILTON - Fernando Leandro Alvirena, 72, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026 at his home.

He was born on July 29, 1953 in Lima, Peru and was the son of the late Juan Alvirena-Granda and Dora (Solano)

On November 11, 2000 Fernando married the former Isabel (Flores), who survives, of Milton and they celebrated 24 years of marriage together last year.

He...

Shirley A. Maturani

Shirley A. Maturani

Apr 11, 2026

PENNS CREEK - Shirley A. (Rearick) Maturani, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at her home.

She was born on October 30, 1934 and was the daughter of the late Russell E. and Lola (Strickler) Rearick.

On July 2, 1955, Shirley married the late Gene Maturani and they celebrated 63 years of marriage together until his death on June...

William E. Shemory

William E. Shemory

Apr 4, 2026

MILTON - William E. “Bill” Shemory, 84, died Wednesday, April 4, 2026 at Wellspan of Evangelical Hospital, Lewisburg.

He was born on January 27, 1942 in Turbotville and was the son of the late Henry E. “Ed” and Geraldine (Mingle) Shemory.

On June 24, 1976, Bill married the former Arlene M. (Camp) and they celebrated 49 years of marriage together this past...

Frances Berezowski

Frances Berezowski

Apr 1, 2026

DANVILLE - Frances (Suchodolski) Berezowski, 91, formerly of Prospectville, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026 at her home.

She was born in Philadelphia and was the youngest child of the late Theodore and Eva (Trembach) Suchodolski.

Frances was a beloved wife of the late Joseph Berezowski, Sr., devoted mother to her daughter; Bernadette Ann, sons; Joseph Jr. and Thomas John and...

Judith A. Blair

Judith A. Blair

Mar 25, 2026

COAL TOWNSHIP - Judith A. “Judy” Blair, 86, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

She was born in Lewisburg on January 29, 1940 and was the daughter of the late Reginald and Minna (Olver) Blair.

Judy was a graduate of Milton High School, Class of 1958. After school she went on to earn her Master’s Degree...

Kristian S. Likes

Kristian S. Likes

Mar 23, 2026

MILTON - Kristian S. Likes, 51, died on Monday, March 23, 2026 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

He was born in Sandusky, OH on May 9, 1974 and was the son of Bradley Likes of Ashland, OH and Pamela Pritt of Milan, OH.

Kristian proudly served his country in the United States Army and served from January 17, 1995 until he was...

Thomas E. Berger

Thomas E. Berger

Feb 23, 2026

MILTON - Thomas E. “Tom” Berger, died Monday, February 23, 2026, at Milton Nursing & Rehab Center.

Born in Lewisburg on January 21, 1956, he was the son of the late Harry W. and Lois (Edmundson) Berger.

Tom was a 1974 graduate of Milton High School. One of his first jobs out of school was at Zenith Corp in Watsontown. He also...

Patricia J. Strobel

Patricia J. Strobel

Feb 12, 2026

MILTON - Patricia J “Patty” (McKissick) Strobel, 70, of Milton, stepped into the presence of her Savior February 12, 2026 in New Castle, following a year long battle with cancer.

Patty was born May 23, 1955 in New Castle and was a daughter of the late James R and Evelyn M McKissick.

She graduated from Lawrence County Vo-Tech in 1973.

Patty married her...

Michael D. Kossar, Sr.

Michael D. Kossar, Sr.

Feb 8, 2026

WATSONTOWN - Michael Dennis Kossar Sr., 82, passed away peacefully at his home in Watsontown, PA on February 8, 2026, surrounded by his family after a long and brave fight with Parkinson’s Disease.

Mike was born on November 3, 1943, to Max and Pearl Kossar in Shenandoah, PA. Mike attended Shenandoah Catholic High School. Upon graduation Mike enlisted in the United...

Ruth M. Eisley

Ruth M. Eisley

Feb 7, 2026

LEWISBURG - Ruth M. (Croman) Eisley, 96, died Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Riverview Manor, Lewisburg.

She was born on March 2, 1929 in Sugar Loaf and was the daughter of the late Ralph and Nida (Defrain) Croman.

On June 26, 1948, Ruth married the late Robert Eisley and they celebrated 54 years of marriage together until his death on June 8,...

Janet M. Ranck

Janet M. Ranck

Feb 7, 2026

NEW COLUMBIA - Janet M. (Smith) Ranck, 96, finished her life’s journey on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at her home with her family by her side.

She was born on November 4, 1929 in Milton and was the daughter of the late Gordon and Helen (Kelly) Smith. Janet attended the Milton Schools, worked at American Home Foods for 36 years and...

Clarence G. Engle

Clarence G. Engle

Jan 23, 2026

Clarence G. Engle, 78, of New Columbia, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026 at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. He was the husband of Sharon (Leon) Engle with whom he celebrated 25 years of marriage on December 16, 2025.

A Celebration of Life Tribute Service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at Dale Ranck Cremation &...

Russell L. Guffey

Russell L. Guffey

Dec 16, 2025

MILTON - Russell L. Guffey, 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Oak Glen, Lewisburg on December 16, 2025.

He was born on November 11, 1940 and was the son of the late Earl Jackson and Helen (Harpster) Guffey at the Guffey family homestead in Milton.

Russell was married to the late Frances (Ashenfelder) Guffey for 53 years until her death...

Veronica G. Whalen

Veronica G. Whalen

Dec 13, 2025

MILTON - Veronica “Ronnie” Whalen, née Gerich, passed away peacefully at the age of 100 on the afternoon of December 13, 2025, in Danville. Born in Wilkes-Barre, she lived much of her life in Bucks County and her later years in Lewisburg.

Veronica was an inspirational beacon of light in her roles as daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her...

Reverend William J. "Bill" Lynd, III

Reverend William J. "Bill" Lynd, III

Dec 6, 2025

COAL TOWNSHIP - Reverend William J. “Bill” Lynd, III, died Saturday, December 6, 2025 at his home.

He was born in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late William J. Lynd, Jr. and Karen (Gardner) Lynd, who survives of Aliquippa.

Bill was a graduate of Knoch High School, Class of 1986. He attended Butler County Community College where he earned an...

Shirley M. Russell

Shirley M. Russell

Nov 19, 2025

NEW COLUMBIA - Shirley M. (Guffey) Russell, 88, died Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Rose View Center, Williamsport.

She was born on October 10, 1937 in New Columbia and was the daughter of the late Franklin and Lila (Baker) Guffey.

On November 30, 1956, Shirley married John H. Russell, who survives of New Columbia and they celebrated 68 years of marriage together...

Dorothy A. Hower

Dorothy A. Hower

Nov 18, 2025

MILTON - Dorothy A. (Reichard) Hower, 90, died Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg.

She was born on April 22, 1935 in Milton and was the daughter of the late George E. and Kathryn (Fairchild) Reichard.

On May 31, 1957, Dorothy married the late George P. Hower and they celebrated 54 years of marriage together until his death...

Robin J. Long

Robin J. Long

Nov 5, 2025

LEWISBURG - Robin Jane (Walker) Long, 69, died Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at her home.

She was born on April 28, 1956 in Rochester, NY and was the daughter of the late Charles and Relda C. (Aucker) Walker, Sr.

Robin was a graduate of Warrior Run High School, Class of 1974.

She enjoyed reading, gardening and watching horror movies.

Robin is survived by two...

Candace L. Whiting

Candace L. Whiting

Oct 10, 2025

SUNBURY - Candace L. (Follmer) Whiting, 75, died Friday, October 10, 2025 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

She was born on May 1, 1950 in Lewisburg and was the daughter of the late Randy Follmer and Sally (Herrick) Black.

Candace was a graduate of Waynesboro High School, Class of 1968. After school she went on to raise her family and work with...

Paul I. Clayton

Paul I. Clayton

Sep 29, 2025

NEW COLUMBIA - Paul I. Clayton, 80, died Monday, September 29, 2025 at his home.

He was born in Lewisburg on December 21, 1944 and was the son of the late George and Ethelda (Swanger) Clayton.

Paul served his country proudly in the United States Navy and served from September 26, 1962 until being honorably discharged on June 9, 1966.

On June 22,...

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