Obituaries

Nov 26, 2023

Joseph Edward Krovetcz, age 86 of Bentley Creek, PA passed away on November 26, 2023. Joe was born in Elmira, NY, Feb 26, 1937, son of the late Edward and Helen (Carrozza) Krovetcz. After graduating from Thomas A. Edison High School in 1954 he enlisted in the Air Force and was stationed in Albuquerque, NM for four years. He...

Nov 23, 2023

Homer R. Lyon, 93, of Farmers Valley, PA, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of the late Marjorie (Ross) “Pudge” Lyon who passed away November 16, 2021. The couple married September 23, 1950 and had 71 happy years together.

Homer was born on December...

Nov 4, 2023

Susan E. (Dubs) Reichard, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, peacefully passed away at home on November 4, 2023, at the age of 71. She was born on October 27, 1952, in Troy, NC, to the late Richard F. and Betty Ann (Ledbetter) Dubs. Susan dedicated her life to education and nurturing young minds as a teacher and...

Oct 29, 2023

Mary Norma (Varney) Ward, 88, of Springfield passed away peacefully late Sunday evening October 29, 2023, at the Sayre healthcare facility. Mary Norma Ward was born August 18, 1935. She was a graduate of East Smithfield high school. After high school she attended Beardsley’s Private Business School. She lived her entire life on her family farm in Springfield Pennsylvania...

Oct 24, 2023

Carol Louise (Hutchins) Dziuba, age 88, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023, at The Gardens at Tunkhannock, surrounded by love. Carol was born on April 2, 1935, to the late Marshall and Bessie (Faux) Hutchins.  Carol was a former resident of Roseville, PA where she lovingly raised her four children with her late husband, Paul Dziuba, who passed...

Oct 22, 2023

William Bruce Staudt, lovingly known as Bruce, passed away peacefully at his residence in Troy, PA on October 22, 2023. He was born on December 9, 1944, in Troy, PA. Bruce was 78 years old at the time of his passing.

Bruce had a successful career as a custom builder and co-owner of William Staudt & Sons...

Oct 6, 2023

Edward W. Hulslander, 67, of Troy, Pa passed away on October 6, 2023 at Robert Packer Hospital.

Edward was born on May 1, 1956. He is the son of the late Gerald and Doris Hulslander. Ed was a truck driver by trade and when he wasn’t driving, he worked as a mechanic. He was an avid lover...

Oct 4, 2023

Marguerite J. Eldred, beloved mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully Oct. 4, 2023, in Bentley Creek, PA, at the age of 99.

Marguerite was born on March 27, 1924, in Towanda, PA, to Myron and Helena (Bailey) Tuttle. She found comfort and strength in family and friends. Marguerite loved life and delighted in various endeavors. She worked...

Sep 2, 2023

Juliet (Julie) Byrd Fluke, nee Howells, 84, of Nanticoke and Columbia Crossroads, PA, joined her beloved husband David Walter Fluke, on September 2, 2023. She died peacefully at home, with her son Ed, overlooking her beloved Laurel Lake.

Julie was born April 12, 1939, in Nanticoke, PA, the youngest of four children of Benjamin Franklin Howells and...

Aug 27, 2023

Marjorie L. (Denkenberger) Pratt, 85, of Granville Summit, PA went to be with her Lord on Sunday, August 27, 2023 from the Troy Community Hospital surrounded by her family.

Marjorie was born on June 30, 1938 in Sayre, PA, the eldest child of Michael and Nellie (Brackman) Denkenberger. She started first grade in the one room North...

Aug 26, 2023

Patricia (Smith) Raymond, affectionately known as Pat, passed away on August 26, 2023, at the age of 83. She was born on April 12, 1940, in Sayre, Pennsylvania.

Patricia dedicated numerous years of her life to her work as a Southport Correctional Facility Administrator before retiring in 2000. Her colleagues held her in high regard for her...

Aug 18, 2023

June McClure Mitchell, Born on July 8, 1929, in Troy, PA to Charles F. Sr. and Theresa (Reidy) May. June Ellen began a lifetime of being a blessing to others. She was the youngest of three children, outliving her brother Charles F. Jr. (Phyllis) and her sister Phyllis. June graduated in 1947 from Troy High School and married her...

Aug 5, 2023

Lynn “Nikki” Woodward, Age 51, of Troy, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully after a hard fight Saturday, August 5, 2023 at the Troy Guthrie Hospital with her loving family at her side.

Nikki was born November 29, 1971 in Towanda, daughter of June (Garrison) Earle and the late John Earle. She was a graduate of Troy High School...

Aug 4, 2023

Philip L. Rossetti, affectionately known as Phil, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2023, at the age of 65. Born on June 6, 1958, in Southampton, NY, he lived a life filled with love, adventure, and dedication.

Phil's work experience included being a Truck Driver with Pelton, where he showed great commitment and professionalism. However, his true...

Aug 4, 2023

Frances A. (Watkins) Barrett, Age 85, of Troy, passed away at home on Friday, August 4, 2023. She was born in Columbia Cross Roads on October 8, 1937 to the late Raymond & Marian (Leiby) Watkins. She attended Troy Schools and was married to the late Wilbur H. Barrett on February 11, 1955. Franny was a caregiver her entire...

Aug 4, 2023

Jane Young Chapman, 98, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023 at her home in Springfield, PA (Bradford County). Jane was born July 28, 1925 in Rockville Center, Long Island, NY. She is the daughter of the late Martha Jane (Phillips) Young originally of Springfield, PA, and Rev. Clifford John Young originally of Elmira, NY. In 1953 she married Kenneth...

Jul 25, 2023

John Martin Chapman, age 84, of Springfield, PA, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2023, at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Born on July 31, 1938, in Springfield, PA, he was the son of the late Ralph and Lavina (Kobbe) Chapman.

John had a diverse work experience, which included working on the Kingsley Farm, serving as...

Jul 23, 2023

Cynthia Steele, formerly Cynthia Hilfiger, peacefully passed away on July 23, 2023, at the age of 76, in Harpursville, NY. She was born on January 19, 1947, in Wellsboro, PA to Thelma (Bolt) Hilfiger and the late Lloyd Merle Hilfiger.

Cynthia dedicated many years of her life as a Secretary for Broome County Public Works. Her exceptional...

Jul 7, 2023

LaRue Stanley VanZile, Age 74, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Friday, July 7, 2023. He was born on April 24, 1949 in Troy, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Raymon & Florence (Seymour) VanZile. He is preceded in death by his brother, James Milton (Patricia) VanZile and sister Sharon Rae (George) Gurnsey.

LaRue...

Jun 10, 2023

Betty Jane McBride passed away at the age of 90 on June 10, 2023 in West Burlington, PA. She was born on May 11, 1933 in Allegan, MI to Jess and Anne (Veldt) McBride. Betty was a dedicated homemaker who spent her time creating a loving and warm home for her family. Her passions included gardening, camping, and spending...