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Rodney C. Kelsey, loving husband and father, age 74 of DuBois, PA died Monday, September 13, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. Born on September 28, 1946 in Grove City, PA, he was the son of the late John C. and Barbara McFadden Kelsey Deemer. After his father’s death, he was raised by Thomas Deemer who also preceded him in death. On July 7, 1967 he married his wife of 54 years, Elizabeth “Betsy” DeSalve Kelsey. She survives. Rod was a veteran of the United States Army Reserves serving with the 629th Transportation Unit. He retired from Glenn O. Hawbaker in 2010. Previous to that, he worked as a professional over the road truck driver for Preston Trucking for 19 years. During his driving career, Rod received 5 Triple Crown Awards as well as an award for driving over one million miles accident free and for his outstanding performance. Rod could build and fix anything and he loved to help others, but his greatest joy was his grandchildren. He is survived by one son John C. Kelsey & his wife Molly of DuBois, PA, two grandchildren (Sarah and Reed Kelsey), 1 brother (Tom Deemer and his wife Paula of Brockway, PA) 1 sister (Linda Thompson of Brockway, PA) and 1 sister-in-law Eileen Kelsey of Brockport, PA). Rod was preceded in death by 1 brother (James Kelsey) and 1 brother-in-law (Tom Thompson). Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 16, 2021 from 6 – 8 PM from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Burial will follow in St. Michaels 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/condolence

Judith A. Bowers, age 81 of Reynoldsville, PA died Monday, September 13, 2021 at McKinley Health Center in Brookville, PA. Born on August 31, 1940 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Virgil and Twila (Shannon) Umbaugh. Judie married Rod S. Bowers. He survives. She retired as a teacher’s aide from the DuBois Area School District and she had worked as a teacher’s aide in Tallahassee, FL for many years prior to that. Judie loved being with her family and adored her grandchildren. Judie is survived by one son (Jeffrey Gordon & his wife Tracy of Brookville, PA) and one daughter (Jennifer L. Swartz & her husband Tim of East Greenwich, RI), six grandchildren (Zachary, Lucas, Haley, Sydney, Michael and Shannon), one great grandchild (Laiken) and siblings (Nancy Brasseur, John Umbaugh, Bernard Umbaugh, Jill Lisciandro and Penny Francis). She was preceded in death by one brother (Robert Umbaugh). There will be no public visitation and a private service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery. In honor of her love for animals, memorial donations may be made to Gateway Humane Society, PO Box 678, Falls Creek, PA 15840. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Stephen Coffman, age 83 of Reynoldsville, PA, died Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on December 12, 1937 in Sykesville, PA, he was the son of the late James F. and Mary (Miksich) Coffman. He married Beulah (Dempsey) Coffman. She preceded him in death on November 19, 2016. Stephen retired from Rockwell International Manufacturing after 39 years of service. He was a member of the Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department for over 50 years, was active in the Reynoldsville Foundry and served for 18 years with the Sykesville Ambulance Service as an EMT. He is survived by 2 sisters (Barb Berkhimer of Senor, PA and Linda Gelnett of Sykesville, PA) and 1 sister-in-law (Mary Ellen Coffman of Johnstown, PA) and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by 1 son (Stephen Charles Coffman), 1 sister (Mary Ann Rogers) and 1 brother (William Coffman). There will be no public visitation and a private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Burial will take place in Lakelawn Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to Sykesville Ambulance, 215 West Liberty Street, Sykesville, PA 15865. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Shirley W. McCoy, Age 92 of DuBois, PA died Friday, September 10, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on December 2, 1928 in Ridgway, PA, she was the daughter of the late Benton C. & Margaret (Evans) Wilson. She was married to John McCoy. He preceded her in death on September 25, 1996. Shirley retired from Mid Continent Phone Company in Ridgway after over 20 years of service. Previous to that, she had worked at Quality Components in Ridgway. She was a Past President and long- time member of the George D. Montgomery American Legion Unit 17 Auxiliary and was a member of the Ridgway Elks #872 for many years. Shirley was also a member of the Ladies of the Lake and the Treasure Lake Red Hat Society. Shirley is survived by her son (James A. Rickard, Jr. and his wife Wendy of Ridgway, PA), her daughter (Marsha L. Verostek and her husband Ken of Butler, PA), 5 grandchildren (James Rickard, III and Trisha Beeler, and Renee Verostek, Andrew Verostek, Sr. and Matthew Verostek), 10 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Shirley was preceded in death by her son (Larry Rickard), seven brothers, and two sisters. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 16, 2021 from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery. In honor of her granddaughter Renee, memorials donations may be made to Hillman Cancer Center, 129 Oneida Valley Road, Suite 311, Butler, PA 16001. Online Condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Mary M. Russell, Age 74 of DuBois, PA died Saturday, September 11, 2021 at McKinley Health Care in Brookville, PA. Born on September 6, 1947 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Frank & Rose (Petrucci) Calderone. On January 20, 1968, he married her husband of 53 years, Donald E. Russell. He survives. Mary was a 1965 graduate of DuBois Central Catholic High School. She retired from Riverside Penn Traffic as an office assistant for the buying department after over 20 years of service. She had also worked for the DuBois Regional Medical Center. Mary was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church and enjoyed reading. Above all, she loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by a son (Sean Russell of Rathmel, PA), a daughter (Dawn Marie Russell of DuBois, PA), 2 grandchildren (James & Paisley Russell), 3 great grandchildren (Connor, Ava, & Jim Russell) and a brother (Frank Calderone of DuBois, PA). Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 10 a.m. from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Catherine Cemetery. Memorials may be place with the Gateway Humane Society, P. O. Bos 678, Falls Creek, PA 15840 and/or St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 118 South State St., DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Elaine Frances Nelson went to heaven to be with her beloved husband, Richard, on September 8, 2021. She was 93 years old. She was born in Brockway, PA, to the late Anthony and Angelina (Paruolo) Gregorio. On August 22, 1953, she married Richard Carl Nelson who preceded her in death on June 28, 2006. They were married almost 53 years before his passing. Elaine had worked at Brockway Glass before her marriage and until her first child was born. She always had fond memories of roller skating at Ridgway Roller Rink. One year her husband surprised her with a YMCA membership where they enjoyed many years swimming together. After his passing, she continued with friends she had made, always enjoying having lunch afterward. She always attributed her longevity to her husband’s gift of swimming. She was a member of St. Catherine’s Church in DuBois. She was a long-standing member of the Rosary Society and helped prepare many meals to serve after funerals at St. Catherine’s. She was a wonderful baker and cook, always welcoming her children’s friends to stay for dinner. When she made her delicious homemade bread, it was always shared with the nuns and priests who always looked forward to Mrs. Nelson’s bread. In later years she helped the First Communion students make their own special loaf. While her children were in grade school, Elaine and her friends took turns hosting card club at their homes. She continued playing cards throughout her life and was an avid reader. She was a wonderful, loving wife, mother, and grandmother who was loved deeply. She had many friends and relatives that cherished her. She is survived by 2 daughters: Diane Tangeman of DuBois, PA, and Barbara (Michael) Martino of Brentwood, TN. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren: John Tangeman, Dr. Margot Martino, and Olivia Martino. Also preceding her in death were 4 sisters: Betty Baker, Rose Verne, Mary Marchiori, and Pauline Umbaugh; 3 brothers: Pat, Dennis, and Angelo Gregorio; and 2 infant siblings. There will be no visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, September 13, 2021 at 9:00 AM at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Catherine’s Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to DuBois Public Library, 31 S. Brady Street, DuBois, PA 15801 or St. Catherine of Siena 116 S. State St., DuBois, PA 15801 to help with the upkeep of the cemetery. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. is in charge of arrangement. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence *REVISED 9/10/21 12:41pm

Nancy Susan Ausec Meighen, Age 85 of DuBois, PA died Saturday, September 4, 2021 at her home. Born May 29, 1936 in Jeannette, PA, she was the second daughter of three born to the late Naomi Josephine Harvison Ausec and Frank (Fritz) Ausec. She graduated salutatorian of Jeannette High School’s Class of 1953. She served as Secretary to the Director of Recreation of the City of Greensburg before dedicating herself to raising her family. She married James William Meighen on October 24, 1953. Bill died on May 9, 1993. Nancy was an active member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ and served on the Women’s Guild, Consistory, as a Sunday School Teacher and as an assistant to the Treasurer. Her volunteerism included being a Cub Scout Den Mother, a DuBois Public Library Story Hour Teacher to three-year-old’s, a volunteer driver delivering meals for the Community Center and as an aide in the DuBois Elementary Schools. She delighted in gardening, working outside, reading and drawing. Nancy’s gifts of optimism and smiles were shared with many and will be fondly remembered. Her laugh was contagious and she always sat at the “kids’ table” for holidays. (It was the most fun!) She was the heart of her family. Being a loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother brought her joy. Her family cherished her. She is survived by daughter, Dennie Malacarne and husband John of DuBois; son Jeff Meighen and wife Marilyn of York, PA; son Kurt Meighen of DuBois and son Mark Meighen and wife Jackie of Greenville. Her grandchildren include Tim and Roopa, Jonathan and Janet and Mark and Lauren Malacarne, Shaun and Mac Meighen, Caleb and Cole Meighen, and Jenna and Josh Tofani and Allyson and Amy Meighen. Her great grandchildren are Kai and Benjamin Malacarne, and Daphne and Theodore Tofani. She is also survived by sister Judy Pahnos of Orchard Park, NY; brother-in-law Don Kuhns of Greensburg, PA and sister-in-law, Lynn Zimmerman of Harrison City, PA and niece Heather Johnson and nephews Doug and Andy Pahnos, Greg Kuhns and Jim and Jay Zimmerman. In addition to her husband Bill, she was preceded in death by mother-in-law Esther Huffman Meighen Smith, daughter- in- law Wendy Kuhns Meighen and sister, L. Kathleen Kuhns. There will be no public visitation. A private family funeral service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Pastor Robert Newell officiating. Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to St., Peter’s United Church of Christ, 13 North High St., and/or the DuBois Public Library, 31 South Brady St., and/or Parkside Community Center, 120 West Park Ave., all in DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Marie Chess, age 95 of DuBois, PA died Monday, September 6, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on November 25, 1925 in Reynoldsville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Nell (O’Donnell) Nocerini. She married Jack W. Chess. He preceded her in death on October 16, 2011. Marie was a homemaker. She was a member of the former St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus #86. She was the last surviving member of her family. She was preceded in death by a sister (Catherine Nocerini) and a brother (Donald Nocerini). There will be no public visitation. A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 13, 2021 at 11 AM from the chapel at St. Joseph Cemetery with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. Burial will take place in St. Joseph Cemetery. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

John M. Anderlonis, age 74 of DuBois, PA, died Monday, September 6, 2021 at Christ the King Manor. Born on September 4, 1947 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late John R. “Babe” and Rose M. (Matula) Anderlonis. He graduated from Alliance College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. John had worked in the lab at DuBois Regional Medical Center for 27 years. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, where he was an altar server in his youth, the Pulaski Club and the Olympic Athletic Club. He enjoyed archery and rifle hunting, playing baseball and loved to fish. John is survived by one sister (Mary Ann Lepeonka and her husband Paul of North Patomic, MD), 2 nephews (Jason Lepeonka and his wife Lori and Michael Lepeonka and his wife Allison), 1 great niece (Madison Lepeonka) and 3 great nephews (Ryan, Henry and Logan Lepeonka). He was preceded in death by one brother Gerald Anderlonis. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 from 6-8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 1 PM from the funeral home with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. Burial will take place in St. Michael Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Thomas Carpin, Jr. ,age 92, of DuBois, died Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Christ The King Manor. Born on June 3, 1929, in Weedville, PA, a son of the late Thomas and Dora (Malorgio) Carpin, Sr. On October 24, 1953, he married Josephine F. (Makofka) Carpin, she preceded him in death on December 27, 2016. Tom was a parishioner of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church. He was a 1947 graduate of the Weedville High School and later served during the Korean War in the US Army with the 2nd Infantry Division and was awarded a Bronze Star. He retired after 35 years with Carbon Graphite. Tom enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening, cooking and spending time with his family. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler, Penguins and Pirates fan. Tom is survived by three children: Darlene Lockett and her husband Tim of DuBois, Dennis Carpin and his wife Melinda of DuBois and Michele Kister and her husband Kurt of Sykesville. Also surviving are 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Tom was preceded in death by a sister, Aileen Barbazzeni and a brother, David Carpin. There will be no public visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. from St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Full military honors will be accorded from the church by the DuBois Area Honor Guard. Interment will follow in St. Michael The Archangel Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to DuBois Area Food Pantry, P.O. Box 157 DuBois, PA 15801 or Christ the King Manor, 1100 West Long Ave. DuBois, PA 15801 Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Donald E. Beam, age 81 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at his home. Born on July 18, 1940 in Luthersburg, PA, he was the son of the late Samuel R. and Beulah (Dush) Beam. On November 20, 1981 he married Martha O. (Drum) Beam. She preceded him in death on June 9, 2015. Don worked many years for Womeldorf Incorporated, Mid State Amusement and the Independent Political and Social Club. He was a life member of the Independent Political and Social Club, the Sandy Hose Company #1 Firemen’s Club and the Olympic Athletic Club. He was also a member of the Pulaski Club, the former Swedish American Club, and the DuBois VFW. Don is survived by 8 children: (Donald R. Beam and fiancé Stacey Marshall of DuBois, PA, Thomas E. Beam of DuBois, PA, Joseph B. Spellen, Sr. and his spouse, Joseph Tegano of Penfield, PA, James T. Spellen, Sr. of DuBois, PA, Mary “Cathy” Dotts and her husband, Terry of Reynoldsville, PA, Sharon L. Wells and her husband, Edward of DuBois, PA, John E. Spellen and wife Susan of DuBois, PA and Sarah A. Dillman and her husband, James of Naples, FL,) numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, one brother (John Beam of DuBois, PA) and two sisters (Gloria Gross and her husband Wayne of Charlotte, NC and Karen Henry and her husband Mark of Rockton, PA). He was also preceded in death by one daughter (Terry Taylor) and one sister (Louise Kessler). Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 from 4 – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held from the funeral home on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 10 AM with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed by going to www.facebook.com/baronickfuneralhome. Burial will take place in Luthersburg Union Cemetery. Memorial donations may be sent to the Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to https://www.baronickfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Stephen S. Petrick, age 85, of Reynoldsville, PA died Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at his home. Born on December 12, 1935 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Stephen & Alberta (Lias) Petrick. On January 2, 1960 he married Barbara H. (Hanson) Petrick. She preceded him in death on March 9, 2020. Steve graduated from St. Catherine’s High School in 1953. He then joined the United States Airforce in November of 1953. On the GI Bill, Steve graduated from Utah State University with a Journalism degree with a minor in Photography. Along with his service to our country in the Air Force, he was also a veteran of the United States Army Reserves. Steve started his career as a newspaper journalist in Somerset, PA for the Somerset Daily American, both writing stories and acting as the photographer for the newspaper. After moving back to Reynoldsville Steve started Photo-Write Services and will mostly be remembered as the local photographer and took wedding pictures for over 30 years at weddings and events in the surrounding area. He also did portrait sessions, and he took the student pictures for DuBois Central Catholic School for many years. In his early years, Steve was a member of the Jaycee’s where he was recognized one year as Jaycee of the year. He was an avid Steeler fan and watched the games at the Pine Inn with all of the other wild and crazy Steeler fans. He was also an avid shooter and shot rifles in the local shooting and plinker leagues. He specialized in Silhouette Shooting and excelled at local and state Silhouette Shooting events. Steve will also be remembered for his volunteer work with the NRA in organizing the many local NRA fundraising dinners and charity auctions in our area. He and Barb were members of Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Reynoldsville. He is survived by his children (Stephen Petrick and his wife Tracy of Pittsburgh, PA, Lori Rocco and her husband Gian of Centre Hall, PA and Marla Ball and her husband Craig of DuBois, PA), six grandchildren (Stephen & Devani, Alisa & Jason and Cory & Jordan), and two great grandchildren (Delayni & Adelyn), He was preceded in death by brother, Francis A. Petrick. There will be no public visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at 11 a.m. from St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church with Fr. William Barron as celebrant on The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 607 East Main St., Reynoldsville, PA 15851. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence *updated 9/3/21 1pm

Joann Manners, Age 80 of DuBois, PA died Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on January 12, 1941 in DuBois, PA she was the daughter of the late Harry and Annie (Puzeo) Anthony. In 1960, she married Jack L. Manners, he preceded her in death on August 16, 2020. Joann was a homemaker and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by 2 sons; (Robert Manners & his wife Wendy and Joe Manners & his wife Lori both of DuBois, PA), 3 grandchildren; (John, Steven & Ashley Manners) and 2 great grandchildren; (Rowen & Elliott Manners). She was preceded in death by 1 son (Richard Manners), 5 brothers (Donald, Raymond, Terry, Tody, and Robert Anthony), and 5 sisters (Anna Mae Cutlip, Gladys Coughlin, Dorothy Bernaduci, Margaret Manners, and Mary Shedlock). Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 from 4-7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 12 p.m. from the funeral home with Pastor Charlene Lauver officiating. Burial will follow in Morningside Cemetery. Memorials may be placed with The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Pennsylvania, 2835 E. Carson St., Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Kathleen M. Neville, Age 57 of DuBois, PA died Sunday, August 29, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. Born on February 28, 1964 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late James R. & Nancy J. (Falvo) Swisher. On October 8, 1988, she married Jeffrey B. Neville. He survives. Kathy retired from Penn Highlands Health Care in medical billing and previous to that, had worked in the same capacity at Christ the King Manor for 37 years. She is survived by 2 daughters Shannon R. Lange & her husband Aaron of DuBois, PA and Emily M. Neville and Danial Johnson of St. Marys, PA), a grandson (James R. Lange) and her siblings (Charles Swisher & his wife Linda, Mark Swisher & his wife Maryanne, and Karen Dietz & her husband David, all of DuBois, PA) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 from 3 PM – 5 PM and 6 PM – 8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Memorial donations may be made to the Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801 and/ or Colonel Potter Cairn Rescue Network, PO Box 33, Mehoopany, PA 18629. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Andrew T. Pruzinsky, Sr., Age 84 of DuBois, PA died Saturday, August 28, 2021 at his home. Born on June 2, 1937 in Detroit, MI, he was the son of the late Andrew G. & Winona (Jones) Pruzinsky. On January 24, 1959, he married his wife of 62 years, Joan Bogacki Pruzinsky. She survives. Andy was a veteran of the United States Army. He retired as the Superintendent of I.A. Construction after many years of service. Andy loved to golf and especially loved spending his winters in Florida. He was involved with the Sykesville Little League for 15 years, was an avid bowler and Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and was the Winslow Township Tax Collector for many years. He is survived by a son (Andrew T. Pruzinsky, Jr. & his wife Anne Marie of Wycombe, PA), a daughter (Brenda Lee Pruzinsky & her fiancé Jeff McNaughton of DuBois, PA) 4 grandchildren (Jenna Painter, Lindsey Peters, Andrew Pruzinsky, III, and Lauren Krichman) 4 great grandchildren (Lexie & Olivia Allison, and Callie & Kendall Peters), and 2 brothers (Albert Pruzinsky & his wife Karen of Sykesville, PA, and Arthur Pruzinsky & his wife Rita of Reynoldsville, PA). Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 from 4 – 7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. from the funeral home with Pastor James Fillhart 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. Michael Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to DuBois Central Catholic, P.O. 567, DuBois, PA 15801 Online condolences can be made to https://www.baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Baby Elijah Allan Carr died Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Elijah was the son of Ryan A. and Lauren M. (Nesbit) Carr. He is survived by his sister, Maddox Carr, maternal grandparents, Michael and Becky Nesbit of DuBois, PA, his paternal grandparents, Christine Carr of Turtle Creek, PA and Allan Carr and his wife Cindy of White Oak, PA, and 2 uncles, Andrew Nesbit of Kansas City, MO, and Shane Carr of Altoona, PA. A private family funeral service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium, Inc with Fr. Edward Walk officiating. Burial will follow in St. Michael Cemetery. Memorial donations may me made to Grady’s Decision, P.O. Box 9343, Erie, PA 16505. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Eleanor C. Yount, age 94 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at the home of her daughter. Born on March 25, 1927 in Scranton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Pard and Mary (Maxim) Gustinbell. She married Emerson Yount, Jr. He preceded her in death on December 30, 1990. Eleanor was a homemaker and she was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church where she was a member of the Rosary Infant of Prague Society and was always very active in church affairs. Eleanor is survived by two daughters (Cindi Gordon and her husband Rick of DuBoistown, PA and Carole Yount of DuBois, PA), four grandchildren (Nikki Johnson and her husband Brock, Jennie Hoskavich & Emery Wykoff and Chris and Jessica Hoskavich), one great grandchild (Ashlynn Johnson) and one brother (Robert Gustinbell of DuBois, PA). She was preceded in death by an infant daughter (Mary Cheryl Yount), infant great grandson (Michael Hoskavich), one sister (Madeline Krasinski) and son in law (Michael “Mule” Fuller). There will be no public visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 10 AM from St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Reynoldsville, PA. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences can be sent http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Darryl E. McCracken, age 58, of Troutville, PA died Thursday, August 19, 2021 at his home. Born on March 18, 1963 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Eugene and Helen Mae (Kramer) McCracken. On March 15, 2001 he married Christina L. (Cain) McCracken. She survives. He had worked for the Treasure Lake Property Association and United Parcel Service in DuBois. Darryl was a member of the Middle Ridge Sportsman’s Club in Sykesville, PA, and enjoyed repairing lawn mowers and motorcycles. He is also survived by his daughter (Bracy McCracken of Troutville, PA), and two stepsons (Bryon Frantz & his wife Trista of Troutville, PA and Robert Frantz of DuBois, PA), three grandchildren (Jackson, Kaylee & Isaac), one brother (James Beatty of Luthersburg, PA and two sisters (Nancy Hollopeter of Big Run, PA and Judy Kessler & her husband John of DuBois, PA). He was preceded in death by one sister. There will be no public visitation. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Joseph R. Zawislak, age 73 of DuBois, PA died Friday, August 20, 2021 at his home. Born on July 10, 1948 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Leo “Zuber” and June (Haggerty) Zawislak. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he earned the Good Conduct Medal as well as the National Defense Service Medal serving as a Sergeant in the MAC (Military Airlift Command Special Operation) Unit. He served in Europe during the Vietnam War. Joe was a volunteer work activist for Homeland Security. He was a member of the Polish American Veterans Association, the James J. Patterson Post 813 Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Pulaski Club. He is survived by one sister (Kathy Bowser and her husband Joe of DuBois, PA), an uncle (Gene Haggerty), one niece (Krista Frable), two nephews (Steven and Kevin Bowser), and eight great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 11 AM – 1 PM from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 1 PM from the funeral home with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. The service can be viewed by going to www.facebook.com/baronickfuneralhome Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the funeral home. Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the DuBois Area Honor Guard, PO Box 907, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

John D. Luttman, age 80, formerly of DuBois, PA, died Friday, August 20, 2021 at Wesbury United Methodist Retirement Community in Meadville, PA. Born on June 20, 1941 in Covington, KY, he was the son of the late John W. & Eleanor (Requardt) Luttman. On December 11, 1964 he married his wife Audrey L. (Taylor) Luttman. She preceded him in death on August 15, 2005. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. John retired from UPS in DuBois after over 30 years of service. He had attended Gelnett Memorial Church, and enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching both the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers. John is survived by his children; (John R. Luttman and his wife Janet of Atascadero, CA, Donald J. Luttman of Cochranton, PA, and Greg M. Luttman of DuBois, PA) and sisters (Donna Luecke, Dorothy Spegl, and Ruth Griffith). He was preceded in death by 2 sisters (Joan Groeschen and Linda Mchargue). Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 27, 2021 at 11 a.m. from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Infant Lane Allen Foster Palmer, 9 days old, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2021 at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Born on August 6, 2021, in DuBois, PA, he was the son of Ryan C. and Shayla R. (Murray) Palmer. In addition to his parents, Lane is survived by his brother Braxten Palmer, his paternal grandparents (Damon and Michelle Palmer of DuBois, PA) and his maternal grandparents (Cheryl Murray and her husband Ernie Burkes of DuBois, PA and Kenneth Murray and his husband Derek Lane of Rolla, MO), and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received on Friday, August 20, 2021 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private funeral service will be held. Memorial donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House Pittsburgh, The Plaza Building, 451 44th Street, Penthouse Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15201. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Kenneth J. Mitchell, age 72 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 6, 1949 in St. Marys, PA, he was the son of the late John E. and Helen A. (Rebic) Mitchell. On November 20, 1971 he married his wife Deborah (Brouse) Mitchell. They would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this fall. Ken served in the United Sates Army Reserves. He was a 1966 graduate of Bennetts Valley High School and was a 1970 graduate of Ft. Lauderdale University. He then became a Certified Public Accountant in 1985. He worked the majority of his career in banking. Ken left banking as the Head Auditor of First Commonwealth Bank in Indiana, PA and continued as Comptroller of Fairview Sintered Metals in Kersey, PA. He then finished his career alongside Denny Raybuck at International Custom Products and Global Fabrication. He always enjoyed working with numbers. Ken served on various boards of directors in the DuBois area including The United Way, the DuBois Public Library, the DuBois Area School Board and the Spider Lake Developmental Committee. He attended Christ Lutheran Church and was a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He loved going to the beach, ducks, rum and cokes and watching Fox News. Above all, Ken loved spending time with his family and following their many activities. He is survived by one daughter (Elizabeth Drahushak and her husband William) and one son (Kenny Mitchell and his wife Ang) both of DuBois, PA, grandchildren (Caitlin and her significant other Andrew Boyle, Mitchell and Adam Drahushak, and Connor and Ryan Mitchell) and one brother (Jack Mitchell and his wife Debi of Weedville, PA). Visitation will be held on Monday, August 16, 2021 from 4 – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 10:00 AM from Christ Lutheran Church with Pastors John and Amy Miller co-officiating. Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the DuBois Area Ministerial Food Pantry, PO Box 157, DuBois, PA and /or a Charity of the Donor’s Choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

John Peterson, age 89 of DuBois, PA died Monday, August 9, 2021 at Penn Highlands Brookville Hospital. Born on June 28, 1932 in Jersey City, NJ, he was the son of the late Fredrick Thomas and Estelle (Adamski) Peterson. On June 4, 1955 he married Bobette M. Shaw. She preceded him in death on November 13, 2012. John was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served during the Korean War. He had worked for 28 years as an over the road truck driver, having worked for Hermann Forwarding in New Brunswick, NJ for 19 of those years. John attended St. Michaels Church and had been a member of the Central New Jersey Teamster Retiree Club. He is survived by his children Jean Tirado (Jose) of Taylorsville, UT, Bobette Peterson of DuBois, PA, JoAnne Krall (Ken) of Pickens, SC, Judy Goodheart (Michael) of Somerset, NJ, John W. Peterson of West Monroe, LA and Laura D. Kilmer of DuBois, PA, 1 sister Caroline Peterson of DuBois, PA, 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by 3 brothers; Fred, William and Carl Peterson and 5 sisters; Lillian Bryant, Alma Blacheck, Bertha Lackey, Phoebe Skura and Stella Trazska. A private family visitation and funeral service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Kenneth B. Heffner, age 81 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at the DuBois Village. Born on August 5, 1939 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Benjamin S. and Ruby (Hartzfeld) Heffner. On June 11, 1960 he married Barbara (Pyne) Heffner. She survives. Ken retired in 2001 from Lippert & Love Masonry Company of Falls Creek, PA after many years of service. He was a member of the Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Union Local 9 Pittsburgh, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and being with his family. Ken is survived by one son (Kenneth Heffner and his wife Jill of Reynoldsville, PA) and one daughter (Carla Haag of DuBois, PA), two grandchildren (Brandi Mowry and her husband Bryan DuBois, PA and Taylor Haag of Reynoldsville, PA), two great grandchildren (Cordelia and Jacob) and one great-great grandchild (Spencer), one brother (Raymond “Pete” Heffner and his wife Flossie of Luthersburg, PA) and two sisters (Edith “Sis” Hearn and her husband Robert and Linda Henry and her husband John, both of DuBois, PA). He was preceded in death by one brother (Richard Heffner) and one sister (Gloria Frantz). Visitation will be held on Friday, August 6, 2021 from 5 PM -7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 10 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Phil Colgan officiating. Burial will take place in Luthersburg Union Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Luthersburg Youth Baseball League c/o 451 Hatten Road, Luthersburg, PA 15848. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

John T. “J.T.” Salsgiver, Jr., age 65 of Willoughby, OH died Friday, July 30, 2021 at University Hospitals Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby, OH. Born on April 3, 1956 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late John T. and Sara Belle (Salada) Salsgiver, Sr. He was a graduate of DuBois Area High School and went on to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from Penn State University. J.T. was an avid Penn State Football fan. J.T. worked in information technology for 10 years at University Hospitals Lake West Medical Center, previous to that, he worked for Quaker State as an accountant, for IBM in business administration and KeyCorp Bank in the information technology department. He had been affiliated with the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. J.T. is survived by two sisters; (Letitia A. Ramsey of DuBois, PA and Louise Pearce and her husband David, Sr. of Falls Creek, PA), his nieces and nephews; (Sarah Ramsey, David Pearce, Jr., Alexis Ramsey, Marissa Pearce and Jacob Ramsey), and seven great nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law (Paul E. Ramsey). Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 2 – 4 PM and 6 – 8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 6, 2021 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Richard Berkey officiating. Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to The Heart Center at Penn Highlands, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence