Obituaries and stories about those who have passed
Elinor Kay Witter, age 93, of Osceola, PA, passed away at her home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Born on Friday, November 11, 1932, in Blossburg, PA, she was a daughter to the late Milton and Katherine (Croft) Allen. Richard Witter married Kay in the 1950s, spending their whole lives together before his passing in […]
Myrna J. Graham, age 85, of Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Jacksonville Beach, FL, died on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. She was born on Thursday, May 9, 1940, in Blossburg, PA, a daughter of the late Clifford and Kathryn (Wagner) Graham. She was formerly employed by Mosher’s 5 & 10 and the Mansfield Motor Inn. She
Jacob L. Burkett, age 84, of Mansfield, PA, formerly of Smithsburg, MD, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA. He married the love of his life, Betty L. (Reed) Burkett, on June 9, 1962, sharing an incredible 63 years of marriage together. Born on April 15, 1941,
Pamela Joy DeRemer, age 68, of Arnot, PA, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at UPMC Williamsport Hospital surrounded by her entire family. She was born on Saturday, July 20, 1957, in Blossburg, PA, a daughter of Cobb and Margaret (Lanterman) Lawson. Pamela was married to James Harry DeRemer. She was a volunteer EMT
Michael Anthony Hinder, age 75, of Liberty, PA, passed away at his home on Saturday, December 13, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1950, in Scranton, PA, a son of Alfred and Dorothy (Faulkner) Hinder. Michael was the husband of Cynthia (Rood) Hinder for 47 years. He had been employed by Lycoming Engines. He
Richard G. Sharp, Jr., 76, of Ulysses, PA, died on Monday, December 15, 2025, in Sena Kean Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Smethport. Born on Monday, September 26, 1949, in Wellsboro, PA, he was the son of Richard G. and Roxie L. Houghtaling Sharp. On January 18, 1970, in Gold, he married Sharon Rose Langan, who
Edna Mae Cobb, 55, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Monday December 15, 2025, at UPMC Williamsport Hospital. She was born on Monday, March 9, 1970, at the Blossburg State Hospital in Blossburg, PA, to Harry L. and Helen (Gulliver) Cobb. She graduated from high school and worked for Partners in Progress. Edna was a
Sharon K. (Sweeney) Morral, age 84, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, December 14, 2025. She was the wife of Gary J. Morral and had worked at the Penn Wells Hotel for many years. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com
It is with heavy hearts to say Donna M. (Hosler) Flannery passed away after a courageous battle against cancer on Sunday, December 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Pottsville, PA, on March 24,1956, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Lois (Rubright) Hosler of Mill Creek, Pottsville, PA. Donna was
Karl J. Wickman, age 62, of Blossburg, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 12, 2025. Karl was born on Sunday, October 13, 1963, in Blossburg, PA, the son of Donald and Joyce Nybeck Wickman. On July 6, 1985, Karl was united in marriage to Kimberly O’Conners. Kimberly survives him and currently resides in Blossburg. In
On Friday evening, December 12th, 2025, at approximately 5:30 P.M., Mary Etta Walburn closed her eyes on earth and opened them in Heaven. Mary passed away at Troy Community Hospital. Mary spent most of her time being a mother – hen to the ones she loved and being a “Big Sister” to close friends and
Michael Anthony Hinder, age 75, of Liberty, PA, passed away at his home on Saturday, December 13, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1950, in Scranton, PA, a son of Alfred and Dorothy (Falkner) Hinder. He was the husband of Cynthia (Rood) Hinder for 47 years. He had been employed by Lycoming Engines. Michael
Joan L. Oliver, age 87, of Canton, PA, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. She was born on Thursday, November 24, 1938, in Sayre, PA, the daughter of Howard and Myra (Bird) Stone. Joan was the wife of the late Franklin Oliver. They celebrated 50 years
Sondra Ann Darroch, 89, of Wellsboro, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Broad Acres in Wellsboro, PA. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN, on April 24, 1936, the daughter of the late Alfred Corlett and Zoe Kathryn (Moser) Darroch. She married Ronald A. Belbutowski on August 27, 1955, who preceded her in
Larry E. “Pete” Moon, Sr. age 81 of Cowanesque, PA, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the Green Home in Wellsboro, PA. Born January 25, 1944 in Blossburg, PA, he was the son of the late Archie and Evelyn (Carmen) Moon, Sr. Pete worked for the Westfield Tannery for many years. He married
Ivan Junior Smith, age 81 of Westfield, PA, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Born January 2, 1944 in Hudson, NY, he was the son of the late Wayne and Mary (Scott) Potter. He was a mechanic and took pleasure in tinkering on vehicles, tractors and lawn
Sharon L. (Wetherbee) Patterson, age 83, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 7, 2025. She was born on Friday, July 31, 1942, in Corning, NY, a daughter of the late Wilbur and Ilene (Jones) Wetherbee. She was the wife of the late James L. Patterson. Sharon was formerly employed by
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Kathryn “Kathi” Melady Thompson, aged 79, of Blossburg, PA, and formerly of Cape May, New Jersey. Kathi departed this life on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on Tuesday, August 6, 1946, in Philadelphia, PA, Kathi was the cherished eldest daughter of
David W. Kalasnik, 76, of Ulysses, PA, died Saturday, November 29, 2025, in his home. Born August 14, 1949, in Waterbury, CT, he was the son of Walter and Ann Zachar Kalasnik. He was married to Nola Empson Jonsson, who survives. A 1966 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, Waterbury, CT, he served honorably with the
Ronald D. Ives, age 78, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at The Gatehouse Hospice Center in Williamsport, PA. He was born on July 8, 1947, in Quakertown, PA, a son of Clayton and Susan (Tarantino) Ives. Ronald was the husband of Karen (Kane) Ives. He worked as a lineman and
