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Michael F. Lepionka, age 72 of DuBois, PA died Thursday, March 17, 2022 at his home. Born on August 25, 1949 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Floyd A. “Lolo” and Wanda L. (Bearfield) Lepionka. On September 25, 1971, he married Karen S. (Ross) Lepionka. She preceded him in death on November 18, 2018. Mike retired as District Manager of Paris Uniform Company after 24 years of service. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church. He was also a member of the Pulaski Club and the Olympic Athletic Club. He loved baseball and was a well-known left-handed pitcher in the area for many years. He also enjoyed hunting and Penn State Wrestling. Above all, he loved spending time with his family and followed their many activities. Mike is survived by his children; Michelle Snyder & her husband Daniel, Danielle Rake & her husband Jason and Keith Lepionka & his wife Meggie, all of DuBois, PA, 9 grandchildren; Sarah & Allie Snyder, Hannah, Kyle, Justin & Katelynn Rake and Lizzie, Lainey & Lucas Lepionka. He was preceded in death by 1 sister; Stephanie Lepionka. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 21, 2022 from 4 PM – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 10 AM from St. Michael Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Interment will take place in St. Michael Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to DuBois Little League, PO Box 71, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Dr. Kevin Mullins, age 68 of DuBois, PA and Parrish, FL died Monday, March 14, 2022 at his home. Kevin was born on July 21, 1953 in Kansas City, KS. Kevin graduated from Missouri Southern State College in 1976 and worked as an RN for 8 years. Afterwards, he attended Kirksville Osteopathic Medical School and graduated with a DO degree in 1987. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine in Kirksville, MO in 1991. Followed up by a Fellowship at Penn State University’s Hershey Medical Center in Hematology-Oncology completed in 1993. Dr. Mullins practiced at the Hahne Cancer Center at Dubois Regional Medical Center from 1995 until present. He was well loved for his patience and bedside manner by those in his care. He was revered by his colleagues for his continuing study in his field and his ability to share this knowledge with his co-workers. Kevin had many dogs that he enjoyed taking on walks through the woods. He loved technology, gadgets and listening to podcasts about the latest inventions. Kevin was an avid reader who loved to learn and use his knowledge to teach others. He was an excellent cook and a skilled baker, using science to bake the most delicious breads from scratch. Bird watching and identifying was a hobby, as he loved nature and all the beauty and wonder it held. Most of all he loved his family and is loved by them. His generous, compassionate, caring, and loving soul will be missed dearly and will live on in our precious memories. Kevin is survived by his loving wife, Mary, daughter and son-in-law, Barb and Chris, and grandchildren, Miranda and Maverick of Parrish, FL. He is also survived by one sister (Ellen), one brother (Mitch), one stepbrother (Rob), his stepfather (Jim), and many loving sisters and brothers in law, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother (Verla Selvy Dickerson), his father, (Dale Mullins) and one brother (Brad Mullins). Visitation will be held on Friday, March 18, 2022 from 4 PM – 6 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private funeral service will be held. Although flowers are appreciated, please consider donations in Kevin’s honor to The Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801, The National Audubon Society of Western PA, 614 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 or the Humane Society of Manatee County, FL, 2515 14th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Luanne Varacallo, age 64 of DuBois, PA died Sunday, March 13, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 21, 1957 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Lucian and Elizabeth “Betty” (Fitzpatrick) Cavalier. On June 20, 1981, she married Dr. Albert L. Varacallo, Jr. He preceded her in death on July 8, 2010. Luanne was a graduate of DuBois Central Catholic High School, Class of 1975, and a 1979 graduate of Muskingum University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science. Following her graduation from college, she worked as a paralegal and a claims adjustor before taking on her most rewarding role as a mother to 6 children. Luanne was a Certified Lifestyle Coach. Fitness and nutrition were always a passion. She was a spin instructor at the YMCA for many years and taught Silver Sneakers. Luanne was constantly giving of her time and talent as a volunteer and leader for many organizations in our community. She was the president of the Dr. Albert Varacallo Foundation, a Free Medical Clinic volunteer and was a longtime staple at many DuBois Central Catholic functions. Above all, family and faith were the foundation of her life. She was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church where she was active in church ministries and was a religious education instructor for over 20 years at St. Michael and St. Marys in Reynoldsville. She also loved to travel. Luanne is survived by six children (Natalie Milliron & her husband Michael of Sarasota, FL; Dr. Christopher Varacallo & his wife Elissa; Dr. Matthew Varacallo; Albert Varacallo III, Dominic Varacallo & his wife Andrea; and Dr. Patricia Varacallo, all of DuBois, PA), eight grandchildren (Cecelia, Leah, Reese, AJ, Dominic, Michael, Lucia,(with whom she shared a birthday), Natalia and one grandchild on the way), siblings; (Mary Segerberg and her husband Mark and Paul Cavalier and his wife Charlotte both of DuBois, PA) and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister (Betty Lou Cavalier) and two brothers (David Cavalier and infant Gary Cavalier). Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 12 PM – 4 PM and 6 PM -8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at 10 a.m. from St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer, Msgr. Charles Kaza, & Fr. David Whiteford con celebrating. Burial will follow in St. Michael Cemetery. Although flowers are appreciated, in lieu of flowers, “Sweet Lu” would want nothing more than for you to make a donation to the Doc V Foundation, established in memory of her beloved husband Dr. Albert Varacallo, Jr. The foundation was established by Luanne & her children after Doc V was tragically taken from us much too soon. The mission of the foundation is to continue to touch the lives of those in our community just as Dr. Varacallo did. You can donate by going to docvfoundation.com or by sending a contribution to the Doc V Foundation, PO Box 487, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Irmgard E. Johnston, age 95 of DuBois, PA died Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at Christ the King Manor. Born on November 29, 1926 in the former Ayrs, East Prussia, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Wilhelm and Auguste (Kischkewitz) Christofzik. On November 20, 1948, she married Harry Johnston. He preceded her in death on October 30, 2007. Irmgard was a homemaker and previous to that, she had worked at the former Jefferson Electronics. She was a very talented seamstress and needlework artist. She loved flowers and was well known for her flower gardens. She was very musically inclined. Irmgard played the accordion, loved classical music and when she was in Germany, was the director of a choir. Irmgard is survived by her children (Norman H. Johnston and his wife MaryDee of DuBois, PA and Lori A. Stuart and her husband Robert of Falls Creek, PA) and 2 grandchildren (Jennifer R. Montanino and her husband Steve of Rochester, NY and Amy H. Johnston of DuBois, PA). She was also preceded in death by one brother and one sister. There will be no public visitation. A private family funeral service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Burial will take place in Salem Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Gateway Humane Society, PO Box 678, Falls Creek, PA 15840 and/or Purrfect Paws Cat Rescue, 206 East Logan Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Linda J. Rosio, age 79 of DuBois, PA died Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at Christ the King Manor. Born on July 1, 1942 in Johnstown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Flornell (Alter) Roadarmel. On May 10, 1969, she married James R. “Ace” Rosio. He preceded her in death on August 17, 2017. Linda, along with her husband Ace was co-owner and operator of Rosio Coal Company, started in the 1960’s and later adding Rosio Trucking in the 1980’s. Linda is survived by 1 sister (Carol Bogle & her husband Roy of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas), 1 niece (Laurie Bogle of Cheyenne, Oklahoma), 1 grandniece (Krishell Boerngen of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma), and 1 nephew (Alan Bogle & his wife Linda of Guyman, Oklahoma). Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 6, 2022 from 2 PM – 4 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Interment will be in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Gateway Humane Society, PO Box 678, Falls Creek, PA 15840. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Barbara J. Nestor, Age 87 of DuBois, PA died Sunday, February 27, 2022 at the DuBois Nursing Home. Born on June 9, 1934 in Falls Creek, PA, she was the daughter of the late Ernest & Vera (Powell) Porrin. In June of 1953, she married her husband of husband of 61 years, John R. Nestor. He preceded her in death on November 19, 2014. Barbara retired from Brockway Glass after 43 years of service. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church and enjoyed putting Jigsaw puzzles together, playing bingo and doing word search puzzles. She is survived by her daughter (Karen Uplinger & her husband Michael of Brookville, PA), 2 granddaughters (Jamie Boyer & her husband Justin of Brookville, PA and Ashley Snyder & her husband Michael of Clarington, PA) and 5 great- grandchildren (Hannah, Ian, Elijah, Levi & Noah). She was preceded in death by her son (Ernest Nestor). Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2022 from 2 – 4 PM and 6 – 8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 4, 2022 at 1PM from the funeral home with Pastor Amy Godshall Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Lakelawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be placed with a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Anthony “Tony” Camise, age 48 of Reynoldsville, PA, died Friday, February 25, 2022 as a result of injuries sustained in a work accident. Born on July 29, 1973 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of Thomas M. and Janet L. (Siple) Camise. They survive and live in Reynoldsville, PA. On May 8, 1999 he married Denise L. (Wolfe) Camise. She survives. Tony made his career as a truck driver for the past 22 years. He worked for Central Transportation in DuBois, PA and previous to that he had worked for YBC and Staar Trucking. He loved hunting, mowing and gardening. He also loved farming and teaching life lessons in his garage. Above all, he loved his family especially his grandchildren. Tony is also survived by his children (Bracie Joiner & her husband Blake of Sykesville, PA, Amber Wolfe & her fiancé Cory Yohe of Reynoldsville, PA, Dakhota Gordon & his fiancé Chelsie of Reynoldsville, PA and Dominic Camise and his companion Baylee of Reynoldsville, PA), 8 grandchildren (Oakland, Landon, Derrick, Hunter, Kolby, Sophia, Hunter E. and Amelia), 2 sisters (Amy Fleeger & her husband Dan and Ivy August both of Reynoldsville, PA), and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by 2 nephews (Justin August and Cody Lieberton). Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 from 4 PM – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private funeral service will be held. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Seth Burbank Pomeroy, age 85, of DuBois, PA passed away on Friday February 25th 2022 surrounded by his family. He was born On March 15, 1936 to the late Ray E. and Lila (Trow) Pomeroy, in Wilton, NH and was raised in Mont Vernon, New Hampshire. Seth was a graduate of Milford, New Hampshire High School in 1954. In high school Seth was an active member of the student body. He was the Class Treasurer, participated in chess club and 4H, and was on the Student Prints and Yearbook Staff. Seth was also a performer, acting in (among others) the Senior Class Play ‘The Robe’. It was in this play he acquired the nickname “Zeke”, a name his wife used with him affectionately for the rest of his life. After graduation he joined the U.S. Marine Corps, serving for three years during the Korean Conflict. After his enlistment, Seth put himself through school at the University of New Hampshire graduating in 1964 with his Bachelors in Civil Structural Engineering. Seth became a Professional Engineer in March of 1969. He used that training and expertise to contribute to the steel calculations and drawing for the World Trade Center in New York and the U.S. Steele Building in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (known now as the UPMC building). From there he built and repaired glass furnaces for a number of glass production companies including Brockway Glass, Thatcher Glass and Ball. He retired as an executive in 2001 from Saint-Gobain Glass. Throughout his life, Seth was not only a respected and successful engineer, he was also a devoted father of four, spending time coaching little league and as a Boy Scout Leader. In his retirement, Seth traded in the blustery winters of the north for the sunshine and warmth of Vero Beach, Florida. He and Martha bought a house that not only became their home for half of the year, but also served as a favorite vacation spot for his friends and family alike. This house was not only special for the retreat and relaxation it offered him after all his years of hard work, but it was a house that had been in the family for many years. While back in Pennsylvania during the summer months, you would often find him on the Owens Brockway Golf Course. Seth was an avid golfer and loved competing with friends and participating in weekly leagues. He shared that love of golf with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, all who accompanied him and did their best to keep up with their beloved “Puppup”. Over the years Seth worked on his impressive stamp collection. Anyone close to him knew to take great care in returning stamps to him. He is survived by his wonderful wife of 65 years, Martha Arlene (McMillen) Pomeroy, whom he married in 1957, his four children Patrick (Leslie), Michael (Jacqueline), Dawn, and Seth Jr (Lori), 11 grandchildren Janyl (Dan), Kari (Chris), Patrick (Nicole), Tabatha (Bryan), Kayla, Adaire, Zachary, Savanna, Joshua, Marissa and Nicole and 9 great grandchildren Breaunna, Dagny, Daniel Burbank, Natalie, Garrison, Aubrey, Beckham Burbank, Adelynn and Tenzlie, also many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Helen and brothers Ray, Jr., Carl, Fred and Keith. Seth was the last surviving sibling. A private family funeral service will be held at the Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium, Inc. Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Mont Vernon Historical Society, P.O. Box 15, Mont Vernon, NH 03057. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Doris Orcutt Larson, resident of the DuBois Village, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at the age of 97. She was married to Robert R. Larson (Bob) in DuBois in 1949. He preceded her in death in 2006. Doris was born in Tarentum, PA on June 22, 1924, and moved to the family farm in Corsica during the Great Depression. She was the Salutatorian of Corsica Union High School Class of 1941. She received her Associate’s Degree from the DuBois Business College in secretarial studies, and worked as the head cashier at Penelec. She earned an Associate’s Degree in the College of Letters, Arts and Science from Penn State in 1975. Doris’ life was dedicated to her family, church and community. One of her greatest joys was helping others. She was a Girl Scout Leader, a tutor for the Mid-State Literary Council teaching English as a second language, and delivered Meals on Wheels with Bob. She was active in her church, Christ Lutheran, as a Sunday School teacher, choir member, and was a church council member. She also served the Community Concert Association as treasurer and board member. She made weekly visits to shut-ins in their home, hospital, or at the DuBois Village and Nursing Home. Doris was always active; she walked two miles/day well into her 80’s, and had a life-long love of reading, music, and poetry. She played bridge into her 90’s, and she and Bob took several trips to Europe and the Middle East. She was proud and happy to be a stay-at-home mother and homemaker. In addition to raising her children, she was an accomplished seamstress who made virtually all of her own clothes (including her wedding dress) and that of her two daughters. She loved quilting, counted cross-stitch, and needle point. Her interest in history led to her research and publication of the Orcutt family back to their castle in Scotland which she and Bob visited on one of the European trips. She also wrote a short book about her life growing up on the farm during the Great Depression. The constant theme throughout her life was her faith in Jesus Christ as our Savior. Her faith sustained her throughout her life, and her daily prayer list lasted over an hour. When she was no longer able to visit in person, she was a constant prayer warrior for many. Doris is survived by her three children - Betsy Larson (Gilford Rolle), Linda (Tom) DeLong, Robert Jr. (Kristina); three grandchildren – Russell Larson, Drew Rolle and Ellen Larson; two great-grandchildren – August and Francis Rolle and many nieces and nephews. Doris was pre-deceased by her parents, John and Mary (Potter) Orcutt, 5 brothers (John, Paul, Robert “Doyle”, William and Richard “Barry” Orcutt) and 2 sisters (Marian Masters and Carol McMunn Martz,). Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 from 4 - 7 p.m.at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at 11 a.m. from Lakeside United Methodist Church with Pastor Brett Dinger officiating. The funeral service will be live streamed and can be viewed by going to www.duboislakeside.org Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery. Although flowers are appreciated, the family requests that memorial donations may be made to Lakeside United Methodist Church, 420 1st St., and/or the DuBois Public Library, 31 S. Brady St., both in DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Ruth N. Kruckow, age 91 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at the DuBois Nursing Home. Born on September 8, 1930 in White Sulphur Springs, WV, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Amy (Wells) Richards. On September 18, 1950 she married Joseph L. Kruckow. He preceded her in death on December 26, 2017. Ruth had been employed at the former Gray Corporation for 22 years and in 1992 she retired from the Courier Express. She had been the Girl Scout Leader of Troop 600 for 12 years. Ruth loved bird watching, horse racing, and watching women’s college basketball. Ruth is survived by 4 children (Joann Frederick and her husband “Flip”, Connie Erdely, and Joseph Kruckow II and his wife JoAnn all of DuBois, PA and Nancy Lorance and her husband Jim of Copperas Cove, TX), a son in law (Robert Butters of Virginia Beach, VA), 9 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren, She was preceded in death by 2 daughters (Trish Kruckow and Mary Butters) Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2022 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 4, 2022 at 11 a.m. from the funeral home with Pastor Clint Phillips officiating. The service can be viewed by going to www.facebook.com/baronickfuneralhome Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Girl Scouts of Western PA DuBois Service Unit, 400 West Garfield Ave., DuBois, PA 151801. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Donald S. Tracy, age 78 of DuBois, PA, died Sunday, February 20, 2022 at his home. Born on January 22, 1944 in Cleveland, OH, he was the son of the late Stanley and Bernice (Cieslak) Tracy. On June 12, 1982, he married Laura L. “Laurie” (Droll) Tracy. She survives. Don retired as a Gulf Stream 4 Pilot for C.S. May out of Latrobe, PA. Previous to that, he was the Chief Pilot for Figgie International out of Cleveland, OH for over 20 years. He was an avid, Lake Erie walleye fisherman and was a well-known pigeon fancier. He bred, raised and raced homing pigeons and was a member of the Latrobe International Racing Club. Above all, the joy of his life was his family. Don is survived by his children (Michelle Herring and her husband James of Roanoke Rapids, NC, Daryl Tracy of Columbus, OH, David Tracy and his wife Abby of DuBois, PA and Eric Tracy and his wife Jessica of Troutville, PA), 11 grandchildren (Michael, Samantha, Drew, Dylan, Lexi, Colton, Weston, Brantley, Jayden, Madden, Oakley and granddaughter Emersyn on the way). He was preceded in death by his first wife Mary Lou (Frankine) Tracy. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 24, 2022 from 2 PM – 4PM and 6 PM – 8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Lance M. Miller, 60, of Penfield died Saturday, February 19, 2022 at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian Hospital. He was born on February 20, 1961 in Dover, Delaware to his late father John (Jack) Miller of DuBois and is survived by his mother Mary (Keller) Patton of Penfield PA. Lance was married to the late Amy (Mortimer) Caldarelli and is survived by his two daughters Jessica Caldarelli (companion Matt Knupp) and Christine Caldarelli (husband Chris Sarnoski), and 3 siblings, Laurie Black (husband Tim Black), Les Miller (wife Charmaine), and Larry Miller (wife Tracie). Lance enjoyed being a grandfather to his two grandsons, Dominic and Dakota, two granddaughters Nevaeh and Delila, one great grandson Layton, as well as being an uncle to many nieces and nephews. Most recently Lance worked for the Amish community and was a motorcycle enthusiast and avid fishman. He loved to ride his Triumph with his companion Cathy Dixon. Lance had a huge heart and will be missed greatly. There will be no public visitation. A celebration of life open house will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Hickory Grange. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery. Although flowers are appreciated, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Hickory Church, 1056 Hickory Road, Penfield, PA 15849. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Florence E. Shaffer, age 88 of St. Mary, PA died Friday, February 18, 2022 at her home. Born on November 1, 1933 in Ridgway, PA, she was the daughter of the late Tilden and Sally (Taylor) Luchs. On August 28, 1954 she married Vernon A. Shaffer. He preceded her in death on December 22, 2018. Florence retired from Market Basket Grocery Store as a cashier and had previously worked as an aide at Elk General Hospital for 21 years. She had been a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Ridgway for many years. Florence is survived by 3 children (David L. Shaffer & wife Colleen of Port Allegheny, PA, Keith A. Shaffer of St. Marys, PA and Vernon L. Shaffer of Ridgway, PA), 4 grandchildren, 2 of whom provided care for her (Jason Shaffer & his wife Heather and Eric Shaffer & his wife Jolene), numerous great grandchildren and 1 brother (Tilden Luchs & wife Donna of Washington). She was preceded in death by her grandchild Aubrey & her sister Shirley. There will be no public visitation and a private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will take place in Parklawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Penn Highlands Hospice, 757 Johnsonburg -St Marys Road, St. Marys, PA 15857. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Elizabeth A. “Betty” Rafferty, age 82, of DuBois, PA, passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Christ the King Manor. She was born on June 27, 1939, to the late Pearl William and Nora (Rafferty) Hoyt. She married Norman Rafferty on April 14, 1959, at St. Bonaventure Roman Catholic Church in Grampian, PA. He preceded her in death on May 17, 2020. Betty graduated from Curwensville High School in 1957. She moved to Buffalo, NY, to work for Bell Telephone while living with her sister and her family. After their marriage, Betty and Norm settled in DuBois and started their family. She was a loving, supportive wife and mother who always put her family’s needs above her own. When she felt her children were old enough for her to work outside of her home, she took a part-time clerk position at Adamson’s Store, a neighborhood market across from their home on Olive Avenue saying she could keep an eye on things through the large windows. She went on to work at Matthew’s Bookstore in downtown DuBois and Montgomery Ward at the DuBois Mall. Betty rarely missed an event when her children were involved. School, church, sports or scouts, she would lend a hand. She was a “hands on” Grandma who was always willing to babysit. She loved animals, especially the dachshund breed of dogs. She welcomed Snuffles, Nikki and Little into her family. She played pinochle with a women’s monthly card club. The friendships were more important than the game. She was a meticulous seamstress, sewing beautiful dresses for herself and her daughters, Halloween costumes for her children and grandchildren, and lent her talent to family and friends. She had a “green thumb”. Whether it was her wide variety of houseplants, flowerbeds or garden, Betty liked to dig in the dirt. She liked to draw and not just with a pencil and paper. She designed unique pie crusts with her paring knife. She enjoyed macrame and ceramics. Many of the items she made were shared as gifts. Betty and Norm moved to Irishtown in Grampian, PA, following his retirement. They enjoyed the scenery and wildlife of country living. They shared great adventures as they traveled the contiguous United States and Alaska in their fifth-wheel trailer. They celebrated 61 years of marriage. Betty is survived by her four children: (Phillip Rafferty and his wife Teresa of Alaska, Nanette Ivoska and her husband Edward of DuBois, PA, Patricia Rafferty of New York and Christopher Rafferty and his wife Kristin of Colorado), five grandchildren (Steven Rafferty, Brooke Feasel, Sara Nedley, Alex Ivoska and Ava Rafferty), three great- granddaughters (Sophie Nedley, Nora and Mallory Feasel). She is also survived by a brother, John “Jack” Hoyt of Dubois, PA, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister (Evelyn Knepp). Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 27, 2022 from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, February 28, 2022 from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church at 10 AM with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed by going to facebook.com/duboisromancatholicchurches. Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery, Grampian, PA. Dementia robbed Betty of her memories. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or ALZ.org in her memory as they strive for a world without Alzheimer and all other dementia. Memorial donations may also be made to Christ the King Manor 1100 W. Long Ave., DuBois, PA 15801 or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Della “Diane” Stern, age 57 of Falls Creek, PA died peacefully, Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at her home. Born on February 28, 1964 in Chandler, OK, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Bower and Patricia (Saunders) Roy. Diane had worked at Shankels Pharmacy in DuBois, PA and also at the Kwik Fill on Brady Street. She enjoyed camping, going to the casino and adored spending time with her granddaughter Olivia. Diane is survived by one daughter (Rachael Puljic & her husband Davor of Cleveland, OH), one son (Matthew Stern & his wife Kasey of DuBois, PA), one granddaughter (Olivia Pujlic), her companion (Doug Hoover), two sisters (Jacqueline Hepurn & her husband Harry and Sherry Bower) and two brothers (Jessie Roy & his wife Lesa and Steven Roy & his wife April). Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022 from 3 PM – 6 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, PO Box 931517, Cleveland, OH 44193 or online at https://give.ccf.org Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Erma Almeda (Bogle) Elnicki died peacefully on February 10, 2022, one month after her 90th birthday. She led a full life and will be missed. Born in DuBois, PA to David and Tirzah Bogle during the depths of the Great Depression, she watched three brothers march off to World War II and another to the Korean Conflict. After marrying Nicholas Elnicki in 1954, she spent most of her adult life in Oil City and raised three children- Mike, Susan and Chris. She enjoyed art, classical music and gardening. Later in life, she started a furniture business, Erma’s House, before retiring to the family farm in DuBois. In addition to her children, she is survived by four grandsons: Chris and Alex Elnicki, Max and Nicholas Wade. There will be no public visitation. A private memorial service will be held at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Rita W. Thot, age 93 of DuBois, PA died Thursday, February 10, 2022 at her home. Born on March 6, 1928 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Michael & Mary (Haas) DePaolo. On July 10, 1947 she married Jack Thot. He preceded her in death. Rita was a homemaker. She is survived by two daughters (Marie A. Pasterick of Belle Vernon, PA and Jacqueline Ruscitti of DuBois, PA), 6 grandchildren (Eugene Pasterick, Jr., Kelly Pasterick, Shawn Pasterick, Jennifer Pasterick, Joseph Ruscitti & Jody Ruscitti Sommer), and 6 great grandchildren (Julia Ruscitti, Brendan Sommer, Joseph Ruscitti, Samuel Ruscitti, Alyson Ruscitti & Sydney Pasterick). She was preceded in death by 4 brothers and 2 sisters. There will be no public visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 10 AM from St. Sebastian Church in Belle Vernon, PA with Father Michael Crookston as celebrant. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Shirley Aline Hagen, (aka, “Grandma Shirley” to many) age 84 of DuBois, passed away Sunday February 6, 2022, at home after a brief illness. Born May 8th 1937, in DuBois, she was the daughter of the late Lester Kiel Zartman and the late June A. (Miles) Zartman-Lines. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Blythe H. Hagen whom she married on May 28, 1954 in DuBois. He has been an amazing caregiver the last two years, with help from many including her good friend Becca Tartal, who made it possible for her to stay in her own home. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in DuBois, where she greeted all the children with her candy bag. Prior to 1964 she worked at Brockway Glass, then became a homemaker. She loved to cook, shop, bowl and love on every child she met, earning the title of Grandma Shirley to many. She was a 700 club bowler, little league team mom, and ran the concession stand. Many will remember her cow bell, trumpet and “charge cheer”. She never missed an event any of her children or grandchildren were a part of and she spent many nights sitting at Showers field watching the local teams play. She worked in the nursey at the church and as an Awana Cubbie leader at the church for many years. She is survived by three children, Randolph L Hagen (and his wife Dona) of Enumclaw, WA, Richard L Hagen of Rockton PA, and Cindy L Hoffer (and her husband Mike) of DuBois, PA. She is survived by 6 grandchildren Randall Hagen of Washington, Candice Hagen Shaw (and her husband Jerry) of Arizona, Erin Hagen of Rockton, Kristie Hoffer Kline (and her husband Kyle) of DuBois, Kyle Hoffer of Sewickley, & Kelli Hoffer of DuBois. 7 great grandchildren, Beckley Shaw, Corbin Shaw, Riley Hagen, Parker Kline, Carter Kline, Kamden Kline and Kinsley Kline. She is also survived by one sibling, Lester L. Zartman (and his wife JoAnn) of DuBois and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, a brother James H. Zartman and a sister June Ann Main. Friends will be received Thursday, February 10th, 2022 from 2-4 PM & 6-8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home in DuBois. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 11th at 11 AM from the First Baptist Church in DuBois with Reverend Mark Montgomery officiating. Interment will be at the Morningside Cemetery. Memorials can be sent to First Baptist Church, 197 Eastern Ave. DuBois PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Samuel E. Moore, Sr., age 81 of Rockton, PA died Monday, February 7, 2022 at his home. Born on September 26, 1940 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late John and Virginia (McNaughton) Moore. On July 9, 1960 he married his wife of 61 years Irene H. (Hauck) Moore. She survives. Sam had worked for 25 years at the Brockway Glass Company as a Design Engineer of Glass. He then became a partner in Pro Short Stamping, Inc. and worked there until his retirement. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church in DuBois, PA. Sam was an avid outdoorsman enjoying fly fishing and hunting. He was an artist, a musician that could play a variety of instruments and especially enjoyed singing at church. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who loved the Lord and his family. He is survived by his children (Samuel E. Moore, Jr. and his wife Ginger of Rockton, PA, and Daniel C. Moore and his wife Lori of Ludlow, PA), 4 grandchildren (Nicole Moore & Jess, David Moore, Meghan Moore & Kiri and Nathan Moore & his wife Kate), 3 great grandchildren (Dylan, Hudson & Aaliyah), 1 sister (Laura Soltyka of DuBois, PA) and 2 brothers (Joseph Zawacki & wife Cathy of DuBois, PA and Jan “Butch” Zawacki & his wife Roni of Baltimore, MD). Sam was preceded in death by 4 brothers (John, William, Louis & Timothy Moore). Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Kevin Orndorff officiating. The service will be live streamed and can be viewed by going to www.facebook.com/baronickfuneralhome Memorial donations may be made to Temple Baptist Church, 590 Lincoln Drive, DuBois, PA 15801 and/or St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences can be made tohttp://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Martin F. “Butch” Kucharski, age 73 of DuBois, PA died Sunday, February 6, 2022 at his home. Born on December 12, 1948 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late John S. Kucharski, Sr. and Victoria “Vicki” (Rokosky) Kucharski. His mother survives and lives in DuBois, PA. Martin was a 1966 graduate of DuBois Central Catholic High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving as a military policeman during the Vietnam War, and then served with the 629th Transportation Unit. Martin had been a Pennsylvania State Constable and was most well known for working for Zappia, now Calliari’s Bakery for over 36 years. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church where he had been an usher. He also had been a member of the DuBois Lions Club. Martin is also survived by his nephew Michael J. Kucharski and his wife Megan of Punxsutawney, PA and his sister-in-law Linda Kucharski of Punxsutawney, PA. He was preceded in death by his brother John S. “Jack” Kucharski, Jr. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 from 5 PM -7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 10 AM from St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to DuBois Central Catholic, PO Box 567, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

John R. Bullock, age 83 of DuBois, PA died Thursday, February 3, 2022 at McKinley Health Center in Brookville, PA. Born on November 7, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late Forrest and Franny (Laird) Bullock. On October 22, 1982 he married his wife of 39 years, Ellen L. (Walch) Bullock. She survives. John retired after 30 years of teaching in Illinois. He also coached baseball and basketball. He was an ordained Methodist Minister for 25 years until his retirement, most recently serving at Lakeside United Methodist Church in DuBois, PA. He is also survived by his children (Robin Price & her husband Michael, Rob Bullock & his wife Kim, Jackie Adams & her husband Steve, Sheryll Elzer & her husband Chris and Dawn Toberman), 13 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 1 daughter (Roberta Bullock). There will be no public visitation. A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 28, 2022 at 1 p.m. from Treasure Lake Church with Pastor Bob Capelle and Pastor Joni Williams co officiating. Burial will take place in Allegheny Memorial Cemetery, in Allison Park, Pittsburgh, PA. Memorial donations may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, P.o. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 and/or Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28201 The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Sherri Rusonis Lingenfelter, age 65 of Falls Creek, PA died Saturday, January 29, 2022 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Born on November 22, 1956 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Guy A. and Beulah J. (Kinzey) Ovenshire. In October of 2009 she married George Lingenfelter. He survives. Sherri retired from Comfort Suites in DuBois as the breakfast manager. She loved to cook and crochet. She loved wildlife and sprint car racing. Sherri is survived by 1 daughter (Angela Gathers Stasiowski and her husband Shawn of Brockway, PA), 2 grandchildren (Shayla Moore and Austin Moore both of Denton, NC), 1 brother (Perry Ovenshire and his wife Cathy of Falls Creek, PA and 1 sister (Terry Dickey and her husband Ron of Reynoldsville, PA). There will be no public visitation. A funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the Gateway Humane Society, PO Box 678 Falls Creek, PA 15840. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Mark Randall “Zeke” DuBois, age 60 of Little River, SC, formerly of DuBois, PA died Sunday, January 30, 2022 at McCleod Health Seacoast Hospital in Little River, South Carolina. Born on October 23, 1961 in Ulm, Germany, he was the son of the late Robert H. & Marilou G. (Green) DuBois. He was employed by Laudisi Enterprises in South Carolina as a supervisor. Randy was a graduate of the DuBois Area High School Class of 1980 where he played basketball and football. He attended the Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Edinboro University. Randy loved life, his family and friends, the beach, and above all, he loved all things Washington Redskins. He is survived by 2 children (Alex and Grace DuBois of DuBois, PA), 2 brothers (Dr. John DuBois and his wife Linda and Jeffrey DuBois and his wife Paula both of DuBois, PA) 2 sisters (Kimberly DuBois and her husband Matthew Wood of Seattle, WA and Laura Read and her husband Dan also of DuBois, PA). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 12 PM – 3 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held at 3 PM from the funeral home with Father Robert McKay officiating. Memorials may be made to the Church of Our Savior, 400 Liberty Boulevard, DuBois, PA 15801 and / or Wounded Warrior Project, 600 River Ave., Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

William H. Sidelinger, age 59 of Reynoldsville, PA died Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on February 9, 1962 in Morristown, NJ, he was the son of the late Harold and Carol (Mack) Sidelinger. Bill had worked as a meat cutter at Ted’s Meat Market for many years. He enjoyed tinkering with mechanics, fixing many things for family and friends and he loved to spend time daily with his grandson Will. Bill is survived by his children (Shawn Sidelinger & his wife Crystal of Sykesville, PA and Caylie Taylor & her husband Justin of Philipsburg, PA), 1 grandson (Will Sidelinger), 3 brothers (Harold, Michael & Daniel Sidelinger) and 2 sisters (Shirley Riehl and Linda Reese). He was preceded in death by 1 sister (Patricia Burham). Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 30, 2022 from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 31, 2022 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Gateway Humane Society, PO Box 678, Falls Creek, PA 15840. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Thomas L. Wineberg, age 74 of DuBois, PA died Monday, January 24, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital with his family by his side. Born on September 22, 1947 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Harvey and Leanore (Curry) Wineberg. Tom was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Vietnam War. He retired from Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital as a therapist in the Adolescence Behavioral Unit after many years of service. Tom was a member James J. Patterson Post 813 Veterans of Foreign Wars, where he was known as “Gray Squirrel.” He enjoyed fishing, attending his grandson’s soccer games, and loved to walk his dog Halo. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in DuBois where he was active in church affairs. Tom spent his life in service to others. He is survived by his two sons (Jeremy and Aaron Winberg both of DuBois, PA), three grandchildren (Braeden, Ethan & Lexus Wineberg), and one brother (Terry Wineberg & his wife Mindy of White Deer, PA). There will be no public visitation. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM from the First United Methodist Church in DuBois with Pastor John Emigh officiating. Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the church. Memorial donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 100 West Long Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries