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David William Smiley passed away on January 5, 2022, at the age of 75, in Colorado Springs, CO. His struggles with serious medical issues recently showed his courage to face challenges with a smile and stay strong until the end, despite his ailments. David was born (December 21, 1946) and raised in DuBois, PA. At age (18) David decided to join the Marine Corp and bravely served in the Vietnam War for the country he was proud of. David met his wife Helene (Horvath) Smiley while attending a Halloween party in 1975. They fondly recall it as "a little bit of trick & a little bit of treat" that evolved into them taking vows on January 3, 1976, and living a full life together for 46 years. David enjoyed football and was a dedicated lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He was also his grandson (Jaun A's) biggest baseball fan; he always supported all 11 of his grandchildrens' passions and endeavors. David was an Operating Engineer Local 150 member (1977-2005). He was a heavy-equipment crane operator and worked at Fermilab and Argonne National Laboratory for many of those years. David built and maintained a Pinewood Derby track in the 1980s that many Boy Scout troops enjoyed over many years and is still in use today. He took immense pride in his projects; many noticed and appreciated his efforts. Everyone wanted a go at Mr. Smiley's track as it was one of the finest around. David's potato candy was renowned amongst family and close friends around the holidays for many, many years. As his love and dedication to his family shine through, we will carry our memories in our hearts to share for years to come. He will be greatly missed and always in our thoughts. His "kid-at-heart" spirit will live on forever. We love you, Husband, Dad, Brother, Uncle, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa. David is preceded in death by his father, Dorsey Ralph Smiley, Mother Alice Marie (Hoover) Smiley, and Sister Kathleen Gail (Smiley) Koppenhaver. David is survived by his wife Helene Smiley, his Brothers Dennis (Rebecca) Smiley and Allan Smiley; his Children Derek (Beth) Smiley, Kristel (Jaun) Jansen Van Vuren, Joseph Exline, and Darlene (Mark) Kirk; Grandchildren Liam and Emma Smiley; Jordan, Jaun and Alexander Jansen Van Vuren; Jeffrey, Mackenzie, and Meagan Exline; Jacob and Joslyn Kirk; and Great Grandchild Auden Exline. He leaves behind fond memories with his many nieces and nephews in Pennsylvania. Friends will be received on Sunday, February 6, 2022 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private funeral service will be held. Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard. Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries Florist information can be found on our website.

William T. “Bill” Senior, age 73 of DuBois, PA, died Monday, January 17, 2022 at his home. Born on September 11, 1948 in DuBois, PA he was the son of the late William and Catherine (Rensel) Senior. Bill was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was a carpenter for many years and retired from Sensus Metering. After his retirement he worked part time at Hovis Auto & Truck Supply. Bill loved Harley Davidson motorcycles and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Bill is survived by 2 sisters (Nancy Butcher & her husband Ron of Las Vegas, NV and Mary D’Arcangelo & her husband John of Mesquite, NV), 2 brothers (Joseph Senior & his wife Cathy of DeBary, FL and Richard Senior & his wife Toni of DuBois, PA), 2 nephews (Ron Butcher, Jr. and Christopher D’Arcangelo), 2 nieces (Katie D’Arcangelo and Chelsea Senior), 1 great nephew (Benjamin Butcher), 2 step nephews (Scott & Charles Puleo), 1 step niece (Teresa Puleo) and numerous step great nieces and nephews. There will be no public visitation and a service will be announced at a later date. Burial will take place in St. Catherine Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice and/or St. Jude’s Children’s 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Rose P. Clark, age 96 of DuBois, PA ascended into Heaven to spend eternity with her beloved husband Sonny on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at the DuBois Nursing Home. Born on August 18, 1925 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Petronella (Kerkosky) Waseleski. On May 3, 1947 she married her husband of 58 years, George M. “Sonny” Clark. He preceded her in death on April 1, 2006. Rose retired from the Riverside Penn Traffic Steak n’ Snack Restaurant after over 20 years of service. She was a member of both the former St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church where she was active in church affairs and the former Lithuanian Club. Rose is survived by her children (Cindy Costa & her husband Richard of Spokane, WA, Patty Deeb Yarger of DuBois, PA and George E. Clark & his wife Jeanne of DuBois, PA), 10 grandchildren (Rich Costa, Michelle Davis, Michael Deeb, Chris Deeb & Jennifer Deeb, Sarah Miller, Jessica Morgan, George A. Clark, Stephanie Porter & Jeremy Clark), 23 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers (Joseph & Stanley Waseleski), 5 sisters (Mary Waseleski, Sister M. Rene Waseleski, Ann Griffith, Martha Amshey & Helen Amshey) and 1 granddaughter (Mary Suzanne Clark). Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2022 from 5 PM – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 28, 2022 at 10 AM from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Father Edward Walk as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Thomas L. “Tim” Shaffer, Sr., Age 79 of Sykesville, PA died Friday, January 21, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on July 22, 1942 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Eugene and Theresa (Dixon) Shaffer. Tim worked for many years at McDowell Manufacturing in DuBois. After McDowell closed, he went to the police academy at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania and went on to serve the Reynoldsville Borough as a police officer. He was an avid hunter and trapper. He enjoyed playing Bingo and in his earlier years, he raced at the Hummingbird Speedway. Tim is survived by 3 children (Sheri Fitzpatrick & her husband Tom of DuBois, PA; Thomas Shaffer Jr. & his wife Jean of Punxsutawney, PA; and Nina Shaffer & her wife Heather of Mechanicsville, VA), 4 grandchildren (John Michael Pearce & his wife Ashley; Kody Shaffer & his wife Alisha; and Neil & Kyle Fitzpatrick), 3 great grandchildren (Lane Shaffer and Greyson & Mattie Pearce), 2 sisters (Dorothy Thompson of Buffalo, NY, and Linda Clark of Tyrone, PA) and his companion of 22 years (Louise Howard). He was preceded in death by his 3 brothers (Gerald, Robert, & Loraine Shaffer), and 3 sisters (Betty Himes, Gail Shaffer, & Donna McLeod). Visitation will be held on Friday, January 28, 2022 from 5 to 7 p.m. from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 11 a.m. from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery. Memorials may be placed with the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Infant Adalynn Martin passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022 at Magee Women’s Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Born on Friday, January 7, 2022, she was the daughter of Delores Delp of Reynoldsville, PA and Chris Martin of Lock Haven, PA. Adalynn is survived by 1 brother (Gage White) and 1 sister (Harley Yusnukis), paternal grandparents (Nicole Hancock and John Martin) and maternal grandfather (Kevin Delp). She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother (Marsha Delp). There will be no public visitation and a private service will be held. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Alice Knepp, age 57 of Morrisdale, PA died Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on October 25, 1964 in Philipsburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Charles Salvage and Vivian (Burton) Salvage. Her mother survives. On February 13, 2009, she married Michael Knepp. He survives. Alice had worked at Dollar General in Morrisdale. She was a member of Life Community Church in DuBois where she enjoyed participating in many church activities. Alice is also survived by her two children (Josh and James Burnside), numerous grandchildren and six siblings (Jean Buckvich, Elizabeth Buskey, Thomas Salvage, Cathy Pierce, Leroy Salvage and Charles Salvage). There will be no public visitation and a memorial service from Life Community Church will be announced at a later date. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Ann Katherine Waylonis, age 78 of DuBois, PA died Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Penn Highlands Hospital after a long illness. Born on July 30, 1943 in DuBois, she was the daughter of Anthony Waylonis Sr. and Ann (Kardysauskas) Waylonis. Ann was a 1961 graduate of DuBois High School and a 1965 graduate of Steubenville College. Ann taught elementary school in Maryland and at St. Catherine’s school in DuBois. Later, for many years she was the manager of the Best Western motel in DuBois. After retirement from full time work Ann worked part time at the Courier Express as an editor. Ann enjoyed reading, gardening, travel and the company of family and friends. She was loved by all who knew her and will be sorely missed. Ann is survived by her brother, Anthony Waylonis, Jr. who resides in DuBois, her special nephew Anthony Waylonis from Alexandria, VA, and her special niece Ellen Waylonis from Cambridge, MA. Ann was preceded in death by her brother, Joseph. There will be no public visitation and a private family funeral service will be held. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorials may be placed with St. Jude Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, inc. is in charge of arrangements. On line condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Paul V. Staniszewski, Age 79 of Troutville, PA died Friday, January 14, 2022 at his home. Born on March 27, 1942 in Canonsburg, PA, he was the son of the late Vincent and Matilda (Habe) Staniszewski. He was a graduate of California of Pennsylvania State Teachers College. Paul retired as a director of the special education program in Wayne New Jersey after 50 years of service. During his tenure he was invited to Washington D.C. to serve on the President's Council for Hiring the Handicap and did so for several years. Paul was a man who found beauty in nature both large or small; from a butterfly to an elk, from a flower to a mountain. Locally, he is best remembered for his photography, especially of the elk. He was the author of several articles in the Watershed Journal. He loved gardening, flowers, and cats. Paul is survived by his life companion Aldeen Lanzoni, with whom he made his home. They were together for 56 years. He is also survived by his three nephews (Richard, Edward, & Paul Lanzoni, all of DuBois, PA). There will be no public visitation and services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations can be made to the Eldred World War II Museum, P.O. Box 273, Eldred, PA 16731, and/or the Gateway Humane Society, P.O. Box 678, Falls Creek, PA 15840, and/or the Watershed Bookstore, 194 Main St., Brookville, PA 15825. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

David Kaufman, age 63 of Monroeville, PA died Thursday, January 13, 2022 at his home. Born on July 6, 1958 in Jersey Shore, Pa, he was the son of the late Jacob and Ida “Sue” (Mamolen) Kaufman. David was a 1976 graduate of the DuBois Area High School. He then went on to obtain a Bachelor of Science Degree at the University of Pittsburgh and a Master’s in Business Administration from Clarion University. David had worked as an auditor, a claims adjuster and in higher education. His most recent position was with the Better Business Bureau until his retirement this past summer. David was very passionate about Harley Davidson motorcycles. He was an avid rider and belonged to many different riding groups. He enjoyed being out on the open road with the many friends he made while riding. He is survived by his sister (Georgi Terrizzi & her husband Ray of State College, PA), a niece (Jordan Terrizzi), a nephew (Ryan Terrizzi), as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral will be held on Tuesday at 1 p.m. from the funeral home with Laurel Suslow officiant. Burial will follow in the Sons of Israel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be placed to the charity of the donor’s choice. On line condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Joseph Roy, age 85 of DuBois, PA died Thursday, January 13, 2022 at the DuBois Nursing Home. Born on May 25, 1936, he was the son of the late Anthony and Bertha (Brink) Roy. Joe was a member of PEER, Pennsylvania Empowered Expert Residents Program and was very active in affairs at the DuBois Nursing Home. He is survived by 4 nephews that he was raised with (Thomas, James, William and Michael Roy) as well as other nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews, 1 sister (Martha Beck) and 3 brothers (Melvin, George and Thomas Roy). Joe was preceded in death by 4 brothers (Mike, Charlie, Bob and Tony Roy) and 4 sisters (Violet, Agnes, Thelma and Pauline). There will be no public visitation. A private funeral service will be held at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Father David Whiteford officiating. Burial will take place in Troutville Trinity United Church of Christ Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the DuBois Nursing Home, 212 South 8th Street, Dubois, PA. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Wayne E. Ginther, age 74 of DuBois, PA died Monday, January 10, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on July 10, 1947 in St. Marys, PA, he was the son of the late Earl and Grace (McQuone) Ginther. On July 9, 1994 he married Katherine (Poltl) Ginther. She survives. Wayne was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the purple heart for his service. He retired from SGL Carbon in St. Marys after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Episcopal Church of Our Savior and had been a member of the Fox Township Volunteer Fire Department. Wayne was very supportive of any charity that supported United States Veterans. Above all, he was devoted to his family. He is survived by his children (Allan Ginther & his wife Jenny Silvis of St. Marys, PA) and (Sue Ganczak and her husband Ray of St. Marys, PA), 3 grandchildren (Blake & Jesse Greishaw and Jaxon Silvis) and 1 brother (Donald Ginther of Kersey, PA). There will be no public visitation. A private funeral service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Peggy Senior, Director of Congregational Care, Lakeside United Methodist Church officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Gateway Humane Society, P.O. Box 678, Falls Creek, PA 15840 and/or the Elk County Humane Society, 1029 E. Eschbach Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Angelo L. Carmella, age 98 of DuBois, PA died Monday, January 10, 2022 at the DuBois Nursing Home. Born on September 18, 1923 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Leonard & Frances (Kartavich) Carmella. On April 30, 1949 he married Elizabeth L. “Tootie (Assalone) Carmella in Tyler, PA. She preceded him in death on September 21, 2020. Angelo was a veteran of the United States Navy having served in World War II. Angelo retired from the Jackson China Company in Falls Creek, PA after many years of service. He was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, and was a Red Cross and Meals on Wheels volunteer. He enjoyed racquetball at the DuBois YMCA and played a few times a week until he was 90 years old. Angelo is survived by his children; (Gerald Carmella & his wife Sherry of Lancaster, PA, Janis Mathewson & her husband Robert of Port Matilda, PA and Mary Harmon & her husband J.T. of Bethany Beach, DE), 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 sisters (Geraldine Mulgrew and Sara Mikelonis). Visitation will be held Thursday, January 13, 2022 from 5 PM – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church on Friday, January 14, 2022 at 1:15 PM with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Full military honors will be accorded by the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the church. Burial will be in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice in the DuBois area. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Linda C. Vesnesky, age 73 of DuBois, PA died unexpectedly, Saturday, January 8, 2022 at her home. Born on April 1, 1948 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Angeleen (Laman) Vesnesky. Linda was a 1966 graduate of DuBois High School. Linda worked at Daytona Florida Hospital as Office Manager. Linda relocated to DuBois in 2004 to care for her mother with cancer. She especially loved watching olympic figure skating, eating at Wendy’s and Subway and walking at the mall. Linda is survived by her loving brother Robert Vesnesky and many cousins. Family and friends will be received on Friday, January 14, 2022 from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday at 11:00 AM from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Catherine Church, 116 South State Street, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Alice L. Saunders, age 79 of Rockton, PA, formerly of Sykesville, PA, died Friday, January 7, 2022 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Born on October 16, 1942 in Rockton, PA, she was the daughter of the late James M. and Maude (King) Lininger. On October 9, 1970 she married Claude R. Saunders. He preceded her in death on August 5, 1981. Alice had worked for the Pennsylvania State Department of Public Welfare as a caseworker in the Jefferson County office. She enjoyed gardening and baking. Alice is survived by her son, 2 granddaughters and 1 brother. She was also preceded in death by 2 sisters and 2 brothers. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 from 4 PM – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Due to current circumstances, the family requests that masks be worn at all times. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 2 PM from the funeral home with Pastor Tharren Thompson officiating. Burial will take place in Sykesville Memorial Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Bethel Baptist church, 100 E. Main Street, Sykesville, PA 15865. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Mary C. Bolink, age 83 of Dubois PA died Saturday, January 8, 2022 at the Dubois Nursing Home. Born on March 1, 1938 in Connellsville, PA, she was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Maxwell) Skelley. On June 28, 1996 she married John Bolink. He survives. Mary retired as a caregiver from the DuBois Nursing Home after 17 years of service. She was a member of Smithtown Community Church. Mary enjoyed visiting with family and friends, going to church and reading. Mary liked picnics, shopping, taking the dog for a walk and most of all enjoyed her grandchildren. Mary is survived by her children (Paul Dusch & his wife Gail of Grayville, IL; Karen Lindemuth & her husband David of Hazen, PA; Barbara Brumbaugh & her husband Dave of Williamsport, PA; and John Bolink & his wife Shriene of Logantown, PA), 8 grandchildren (Joelle Leech, Justin Dusch, Kassie Oxford, Brian Leech, Isabella & Evan Brumbaugh, and Cacey & Maggie Bolink), 5 great grandchildren and 1 sister (Denise Hetherington of Erie, PA). Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 4-7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 11 a.m. from Smithtown Community Church with Pastor Harold Hills officiating. Burial will follow in Taylor Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made the Smithtown Community Church, 3154 Smithtown Road, Falls Creek, PA 15840. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Earl L. “Earlie” “Pup” Wray, Age 85 of DuBois, PA died Friday, January 7, 2022 at his home. Born on April 19, 1936 in DuBois, PA he was the son of the late Harry and Edna (Roderick) Wray. On May 25, 1963, he married Virginia S. “Ginny” (Yokobosky) Wray. She survives. Earlie was a veteran of the United States Army He retired from Rockwell International Manufacturing after 38 years of service. Earlie loved football. He was an avid Oklahoma Sooner fan, and he, along with his son Jeff attended many OU football games. He was a well-known fixture for many years at the DuBois Beaver Football games as a player, a fan, a radio announcer and a spotter. During his playing career, he was a member of the only undefeated football team in DuBois Beaver history. He also accompanied WCED’s George Williams to many Pitt & Penn State Games. Earlie was active in the DuBois Little League as a coach for both his children and grandchildren. In his playing days, he was a member of the Murray’s Ford Softball Team, considered to be one of the best teams in the state of Pennsylvania. During his two-year teener league baseball playing career, he was a member the Pennsylvania State Teener League Championship 2nd place team, and the following year, a member of the state championship team. Above all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren and following their many activities. He is survived by a son (Jeffrey Wray & his wife Michele of DuBois, PA), a daughter (Diane Bakas & her husband John of New Smyrna Beach, FL, 4 grandchildren (Brittany & Alexis Wray, and Jason & Michael Bakas) a great grandchild (Alexander Bakas), and a brother (William Wray of Hamburg, PA.). He was preceded in death by four brothers; (Melvin “Booby” Wray, Robert “Auckie” Wray, Harry “Sooner” Wray, and Thomas Wray) and three sisters; (Grace Wray, Virginia Nesbitt and Kathryn Matson.) Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 11 a.m. from the funeral home with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. Full military honors will be accorded from the funeral home by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard. Burial will be at Morningside Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Josephine (Kosko) Greenfield, age 92 of Raleigh, NC, formerly of DuBois, PA, died Wednesday, January 5, 2022 in Raleigh, NC after a brief illness. Born on November 27, 1929 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Dominic and Elizabeth (Rizzo) Schimizzi. She was married to Franklin (Chick) Kosko who preceded her in death. She then married Douglas Greenfield who also preceded her in death. Josie was a homemaker and had been a Grants Department Store manager and worked at Carborundum. She was a swimmer at DuBois Area High School where she held a long-distance swimming record. Later in life Josie was an avid bowler and cyclist and competed on both the state and national levels. She was a proud volunteer participant of the National Women’s Health Initiative for 40 years. Josie was Byzantine Catholic by faith and has lived most of her life in North Tonawanda, New York. Josie is survived by her children; (Debra Kosko of Raleigh, NC and Joseph Kosko of Saint Petersburg Beach, FL), 3 sisters (Georgia Schimizzi and Sandy Schimizzi both of DuBois, PA; Nancy Bogard of Port Clinton, OH) and over 50 nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by 1 sister (Mary Kopnitsky) and 2 brothers (Joseph & Frank Schimizzi). A private family visitation will be held. A Divine Liturgy will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 11 AM from Holy Trinity Byzantine Catholic Church in Sykesville with Father Vasyl Banyk as celebrant. The church will open at 10:15 AM to view pictures and mementos of Josie’s life. Due to current circumstances, the family will provide masks before entering the church to be worn throughout. A “Celebration of Josie’s Life” will be announced at a later time. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Byzantine Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to National Senior Games Association, PO Box 5630 Clearwater, FL 33758; https://nsga.com/donate-today/ The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Carl A. Youngman, age 92 of DuBois, PA, formerly of Rockton, PA died Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at Christ the King Manor. Born on April 20, 1929 in Mt. Carmel, IL, he was the son of the late Everett and Julie (Sietz) Youngman. On September 17, 1949 he married J. Faylene “Faye” (Scales) Youngman. She preceded him in death on January 12, 2018. Carl was a veteran of the United States Army having served during World War II. He was the owner and operator of Youngman Bit Services and previous to that, he worked at Baker Hughes for 17 years. He was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church. Carl is survived by his children (John Youngman & his wife Theresa of Traverse City, MI, Jo Ann Hauck & her husband Edward of Moon Township, PA and Molly Rupprecht & her husband Daniel of Allison Park, PA), 11 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 1 sister (Helen Youngman of Mt. Carmel, IL), and 2 sons in law (Doug Carr of DuBois, PA and John Downey of Gibsonia, PA). He was preceded in death by 2 daughters (Nancy Carr and Sue Downey), 1 granddaughter (Maura Rupprecht), 5 brothers and 3 sisters. There will be no public visitation and a private funeral service will be held. Burial will take place in Rockton Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Christ the King Manor, 1100 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

Sarah I. Pedulla, age 78 of DuBois, PA, died Sunday, January 2, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on September 26, 1943 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Frances (Houpt) Borrelli, Jr. In September of 1981 she married her husband, Thomas Pedulla. He survives. Sarah was a 1961 graduate of St. Catherine High School and a 1964 graduate of Mercyhurst College. After graduation she taught grade school in St. Marys and then was a 4th grade teacher at Sacred Heart Elementary School in Savannah, GA and also overseas. She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church where she had been a religious education teacher for many years. When she was younger, she was involved in Community Theater and could speak several different languages. Sarah is survived by 1 daughter (Julie Pedulla of Greensburg, PA) and 1 son (Steven Frederick of DuBois, PA), 2 grandchildren (Mya and Chloe Pedulla), 2 sisters (Jolene Burley & her husband Joseph of Newberry, FL and Lisa Pettrey & her husband Thomas of Lexington, KY) and 2 brothers (Michael Borrelli & his wife Robin and David Borrelli, both of DuBois, PA). She was preceded in death by her husband (Paul Frederick) and 1 sister (Jeanne Mullins). Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 6, 2022 from 6 PM – 8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 7, 2022 at 10:30 AM from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer and Father Matias Quimno as con-celebrants. Burial will take place in St. Catherine Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Catholic Charities, 90 Beaver Drive, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Nancy L. Hetrick, age 73 of DuBois, PA died Sunday, January 2, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on November 9, 1948 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Jane (Montgomery) Clyde. Nancy was a homemaker and had previously worked at Nelson’s Golden Years. She is survived by her children (Tracy Hetrick of DuBois, PA and Bryan Hetrick of Pittsburgh, PA), one niece (Kristy Connor & her husband Bob of DuBois, PA), one brother (William Clyde & his wife Cheryl of DuBois, PA) and one sister (Karen Butterfuss & her husband Don of East Brady, PA). She was preceded in death by one brother (Robert Clyde). There will be no public visitation and a funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to 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

Howard E. Hartzfeld, age 85 of Erie, PA died Friday, December 31, 2021 at Manchester Commons in Erie, PA. Born on January 23, 1936 in Luthersburg, PA, he was the son of the late Eugene E. & Arvilla N. (Swartzlander) Hartzfeld. On September 29, 1956 he married Mary A Shaw Hartzfeld. She preceded him in death on May 31, 2017. Howard was an over the road truck driver for 52 years. He had worked for Shaw Mack in DuBois as well as other various trucking companies in the area. He was a member of the Elk Lodge #379 Free & Accepted Masons, the Coudersport Consistory, and the Zem Zem Temple Shriners. He was an avid card player and enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by 3 children: Diana Fillhart of Bay St. Louis MS, Terry S. Hartzfeld (Susan) of Sun City West, AZ, and Brian H. Hartzfeld (Reyne) of Erie, PA. he is also survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren, a brother Lynn Hartzfeld and a sister Mary Gilbert. He was preceded in death by sisters; Viola Miknis, Roberta Berger, Betty Hartzfeld, Rebecca Spencer and infant Helen; brothers Robert, James and Glenn Hartzfeld and infant George. There will be no public visitation and interment will be held at the convenience of the family. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to the staff at Manchester Commons for the excellent care that Howard and Mary Alice received. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contribution to Manchester Commons, 6351 W. Lake Road, Erie, PA 16505. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

David R. Hallowell, age 74 of DuBois, PA, died Sunday, January 2, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his children Robert Hallowell and Brenda Kunselman, their respective spouses Heather Hallowell and Scott Kunselman, and his grandchildren Haley and Aliza Hallowell, Isaac Kunselman, Courtney Kunselman Jackson, and her husband Brandon Jackson. David valued his family above all else in this world, and he was a vessel of God’s persistent grace to all who were blessed to call him family or friend. David was born on September 13, 1947, in DuBois, PA to the late Renwick & Ruby (Deible) Hallowell. He was the baby of the family and had three older siblings (Bill Hallowell & his wife Honey Ann, John Hallowell & his wife Linda and Barb Averill & her husband Bill). On July 8, 1967, David married the love of his life, Kathy Nasuti. They were married for 50 beautiful years before she passed in 2017. David was a journeyman tool and dye maker by trade, and he worked for many local industries throughout his career. He took a lot of pride in his craft, and he always ensured that his customers received the finest quality products. David was a member of Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church for his entire life. His church and church family were of paramount importance to him, and during his tenure as a member he held the positions of Church Council President, trustee, and Sunday School teacher. In his younger years, his favorite hobbies included hunting, fishing, trapping, shooting, and most other outdoor sporting activities. He was not the biggest fan of traveling, but he was always up for the drive to his cabin in Potter County and to share what he loved most with the people that he loved most. Spending time with family and friends was his favorite pastime. Never one for small-talk or gossip, he was always the first to pull out a deck of cards or the Monopoly board. He loved games (almost as much as he loved winning); every activity, no matter how mundane, was regularly turned into some sort of competition. He was skilled at almost everything he touched, and beating him in any competition was always a huge (but often fleeting) accomplishment for the victor. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 6 PM – 8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private family funeral service will be held from the funeral home with Pastor Drew Gordon officiating. Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Emergency Fund for Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church c/o Honey Ann Hallowell, 62 Laurel Lane, Reynoldsville, PA 15851. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Carlo Zenone, Age 86 of DuBois, PA died Friday, December 31, 2021 at Christ the King Manor. Born on June 20, 1935 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Eugenio & Maryann Lipari Zenone. Carlo was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean War. On October 8, 1960 he married his wife of 61 years, Laurena C. (Luther) Zenone. She survives. Carlo worked as a police office for both the City of Philadelphia and the City of DuBois Police Departments for 14 years. He then went to work in the security department at the DuBois Regional Medical Center until his retirement in 2000. Carlo was well known in the community for a quick joke and his big smile. He was loved by all who knew him. Carlo as an avid mall walker, mini bus rider and loved buying scratch off lottery tickets. He loved all things Frank Sinatra, enjoyed watching the Philadelphia Phillies in his younger years, and the Pittsburgh Pirates in his later years. He is survived by his two daughters (Lisa DeMotte & her husband Don of DuBois, PA, and Donna Zenone & her husband Link Hillwig) and a son (John Carlo Zenone of West Hollywood, CA), 10 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was preceded in death by three sisters and seven brothers and an infant granddaughter Serenity Hillwig. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at 11 a.m. from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the funeral home. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to Christ the King Manor, 1100 West Long Ave., DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Shirley L. Roush, age 71 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at her home. Born on March 9, 1950 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Eugene Walls and Nora Mae (Knarr) Walls. Her mother survives and lives in Sykesville, PA. In 1967 she married her husband of 54 years, Kenneth W. Roush. He survives. Shirley worked at Shop ‘n Save for 40 years. She loved to play bingo. She is survived by 1 daughter (Bobbi Jo Slagle & her husband Geno of Pen Argyl, PA), 2 grandchildren (Courtney Jo LeBlanc & her husband Peter and Sydney Anna Slagle), 1 great grandchild (Jadon LeBlanc), 5 sisters Jeannie Rebuck (Terry Caruso), Arlene Werner (Mike), Karen Frantz (Bruce Hartzfeld), Sharon Smith (Bill) and Lisa Martz (Jeff), 3 brothers Russell Walls (Patti), Jerry Walls (Shelly) and Howard Walls (Jan Sarvey), and 25 nieces and nephews. Shirley was also preceded in death by an infant brother. There will be no public visitation and a private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the Hahne Cancer Center,100 Hospital 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

Christine L. Gilligan, age 65 of Brockway, PA died Monday, December 27, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on February 23, 1956 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Chris and Arveda (Clouser) Johnson. On March 27, 1981 she married Samuel L. Gilligan, Sr. He survives. Christine had worked as the manager at the Terrace Hotel in Brockway for over 20 years. She loved playing Bingo throughout the Tri County and loved going to the casino in Salamanca. Christine enjoyed going to Goodwill and was a well- known Goodwill shopper. Christine is survived by her children (Christine Marie Kramer of DuBois, PA and Samuel L. Gilligan, Jr. and his wife Nicole of Reynoldsville, PA), 4 grandchildren (Megan Campbell, Tyler Casey, Kylee Kramer and Dylan Welch), and 7 sisters (Laurie Davis, Bonnie Spicher, Wanda Ruchiewicz, Debbie Tami, Mary Ann Kutsel, Carol Schutz and Theresa Yanek). She was preceded in death by 1 son (Justin Kramer), 1 granddaughter (Kayla Kramer), 1 brother (Chester Logan) and 1 sister (Patricia Bonfardine). There will be no public visitation and a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to St. Tobias Care & Comfort, 1135 Hewitt St., Brockway, PA 15824. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries