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Sandra J. Murray of Treasure Lake, DuBois, Pa. died at her residence on 6 June, 2021, attended by her husband and Hospice Care nursing staff. She was born in Middletown, NY in February 1948; her parents, Robert and Shirley Murray predeceased her. She was also predeceased by her stepson Jorgen Singer, and several members of her husband’s family in Butler, Pa. who were very dear to her. She was married to David Singer for 30 years and they moved to Treasure Lake from Kingston, NY, in 2007. He survives. She is also survived by step daughter Kirsten Ford, her husband Jared Ford and three grandchildren, Aidan, Caleb and Norah Ruth of Glenville, NY. Her surviving siblings are Shirley, Robert and Steven Murray, all of New York State, along with numerous nieces, nephews and children; she considered numerous remaining family relatives in Butler, Pa. to be loved ones. She was very appreciative of the quality hospice care provided by the nursing staff at the DuBois Penn Highlands Community Nurses program. Sandra worked for the New York State Office of Mental Health for 35 years. A graduate of Syracuse University, the New School for Social Research, NYC, and the Ackerman Institute for the Family, NYC, she was a Registered Nurse, a certified family therapist and a Hospital Administrator. She served in various professional positions during her career and thoroughly enjoyed the challenges presented by working with mentally ill patients or employees. She was a conservative political activist in the tea party movement and supported the Clearfield County Republican Committee. The values of personal achievement, individual responsibility and protection of our God given individual rights were at the core of her beliefs. She was involved in volunteer committee membership at Treasure Lake, was an NRA Life Member and member of the Treasure Lake Sportsman’s Club. She enjoyed spending time in prayer, caring for her cats and husband, reading, skiing, renovating the residence in Treasure Lake and practicing golf and shooting. She dearly loved her husband’s fraternity brothers and wives and she looked forward to their annual reunion each year, hosting several events at her home in Treasure Lake. She entered the Roman Catholic Church in 2015 and was a member of the St. Michael the Archangel Parish in DuBois. The last six years of her life were the most personally satisfying and fulfilling of her entire life, because of her involvement with and dedication to her faith. She expressed her appreciation of spiritual guidance and support to Father Daniel Kresinski, Msgr. Richard Siefer and Father Steven Neff. Funeral arrangements have been made through the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. There will be no public viewing. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael the Archangel Church on Robinson Street in DuBois, at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant, with burial at the St. Michael cemetery following the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the St. Michael’s Parish office at 118 south State Street, DuBois, or to the Treasure Lake Sportsman’s Club Emergency Preparedness Ham Radio Group, c/o the TL Sportsman’s Club, 13 Treasure Lake, or to the Boy Scouts of America, Bucktail Council, DuBois, Pa. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Girda M. “Jean” Yezzi, age 101, (formerly of Sykesville, PA and Erie, PA) died Sunday, June 6, 2021 at StoryPoint Assisted Living in Hamilton, OH. Born on June 15, 1919 in Sykesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Frank Patt and Mary Tiano. On July 7, 1947, she married Michael J. Yezzi at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Sykesville, PA. He preceded her in death on May 25, 2007. Jean had worked on the assembly line and in packaging for 40 years at Erie Technological Products in Erie, PA. She was a member of Maximillion Kolbe Catholic Church in West Chester, OH. Jean is survived by her children (Kathleen Kobielski (Gary) of Hamilton, OH and Michael Yezzi, Jr. (Jack Hopkins) of San Francisco, CA), one brother (James Patt, Cannonsburg, PA) and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 8 siblings (Ann Bonavita, Amelia Patti, Vina Masiak, Albert, Tony, Nuncie and Sam Patt & June Weber). Visitation will be held on Monday, June 14, 2021 from 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11:00 AM from the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church with Father Bill Barron as celebrant. Burial will take place at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Homer C. “Bud” Terwilliger, age 78 of DuBois, PA formerly of Brockway, PA died Sunday, June 6, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on January 29, 1943 in Brookville, PA, he was the son of the late Charles & Lillian (Irvin) Terwilliger. In 1980, he married his wife Emma (Horn) Terwilliger. She survives. Bud retired from Brockway Pressed Metals after over 25 years of service. He loved hunting and fishing, following NASCAR, camping and riding his 4-wheeler. Bud is survived by his children (Heidi Smith, Raymond Terwilliger, David Bloom, Aron Terwilliger, Thomas Terwilliger and Michael Terwilliger) and ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers; (Carl and Jackie Terwilliger), 1 sister (Ruth Terwillger) and 1 daughter (Tammy Terwilliger). There will be no public visitation. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 1:00 PM from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Francis “Eddie” Klaiber, age 84 of Penfield, PA died Thursday, June 3, 2021 at his home. Born on November 3, 1936 in Jay Township, Elk County, he was the son of the late Thomas & Frances (Benevich) Klaiber. On August 29, 1964, he married his wife of 50 years, Joyce M. “Jay” (DeSalve) Klaiber. She preceded him in death on September 8, 2014. Eddie was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Force, PA where he was very active in church affairs, and the Bennetts Valley Lions Club. Eddie enjoyed reading, doing word puzzles, watching westerns and loved watching Jeopardy. Ed is survived by his two children: Scott F. Klaiber of Penfield, PA and Tammy L. Brundridge and her husband, Jimmie of DuBois, PA, two brothers (Gerald and Kenneth Klaiber) and one sister (Mary Amoriello). He was preceded in death by three sisters; (Patricia Bauer, Jean Marie Klaiber and Germaine Trentini) and two brothers (Thomas and Dennis “Pete” Klaiber). Visitation will be held on Monday, June 7, 2021 from 5 PM – 8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A scriptural wake service will be prayed at 8 p.m. om Monday evening. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 11 a.m. from St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Mark Mastrian as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Force, PA. Memorials may be placed with Bennetts Valley Ambulance, PO Box 48, Penfield, PA 15849 and/ or the Bennetts Valley Lions Club, PO Box 71, Weedville, PA 15868. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Philip F. Kearns, of DuBois PA, “checked out” on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at the age of 96. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ella Simmons, his father, Philip F. Kearns, his stepfather, William Simmons, his former wife, Arlene, and his longtime friend, Dottie Loop. He is survived by his children: Lori (Kearns) Baker and her husband, Michael, of Montclair VA, Gary Kearns and his wife, Kate, of Naples, FL, Brian Kearns of Manhattan Beach, CA, and Kathleen (Kearns) Brennan of Westerly, RI; and granddaughters, Colleen (Kearns) Tibbett, Megan Kearns, and Stephanie Brennan. Phil, born on April 2, 1925, in Pittsburgh, PA, spent his early years in the Nelson House, founded by his maternal grandfather, Swan Nelson. He was a 1943 graduate of St. Catherine’s High School. He joined the Navy at the age of 18 and served in the Pacific Theater from 1943-1946. In 1949, he started out as mail carrier and bookkeeper at the Union Banking and Trust Company (now S & T Bank), working his way up to teller and Assistant Treasurer. He retired from the bank in 1987 as Vice President of the Trust Office. Phil’s service to the DuBois area community began when he was a young man. He was a charter member and past president of the DuBois Jaycees, and was chairman of the DuBois Jaycees swimming pool project, which brought DuBois its first public outdoor pool. He was the 1973 recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from the DuBois Jaycees. He served as president of the DuBois Area Chamber of Commerce, and as chairman of the DuBois Housing Authority. He was a member of the American Legion, the Vets Club, and the Elks Club, of which he was a past Exalted Ruler. In his younger days, Phil enjoyed sports like bowling, and hunting with his sons, Gary and Brian. Golf became his main pastime, and with Gary and Brian and sometimes his granddaughter Megan, traveled to storied golf courses such as Pebble Beach in California, some of the most famous courses in Ireland and played Carnoustie in Scotland at age 93. His children will remember him for his generosity and sense of humor, his ever-present pipe, his beautiful singing voice, especially Irish ballads, and his love of a good time and of beer. Watching aircraft taking off and landing was always a thrill, and the closer and louder, the better. Chasing fire trucks was a family pastime; when the sirens started, he and his children would pile into the car to follow the fire trucks to the fire. His one-liners are legendary and will live on in the memories of all who called him a friend. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 6, 2021 from 2 PM – 4PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Immediately following the visitation friends and family are invited to a celebration of Phil’s life from 4 PM – 6 PM at the George D. Montgomery American Legion Post 17 on Liberty Boulevard. All are welcome. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 7, 2021 at 10 AM from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Catherine Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard. Donations in Phil’s memory may be made to Christ the King Manor, 1100 West long Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Steven R. Krach, age 51 of DuBois, PA died Tuesday, June 1,2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on February 20, 1970 in Waukegan, IL, he was the son of the late Terry Krach and Shirley (Roush) Krach. Steve was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served during the Persian Gulf War. He was a past member of the Fourth Ward Hose Company. Steve is survived by his children; Lisa Krach, Steven Krach and Kadence Krach, one sister; Christine Waddell and her husband Bradley of DuBois, PA and one brother; Edward Krach of DuBois, PA. There will be no public visitation. A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 7, 2021 at 4 PM from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Pastor David Nagele officiating. Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart Center at Penn Highlands Hospital, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Lisa C. Vasilauskas, age 59 of Reynoldsville, PA died Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on April 21, 1962 in Salamanca, NY, she was the daughter of the late Charles Cox and Sandra (MacMillan) Cox. On July 21, 1979 she married her husband of 41 years, Grant S. Vasilauskas. He survives. Lisa was a homemaker and had worked as a Certified Nurses Assistant for many years. She loved to crochet for her family and friends, she enjoyed gaming and above all, she loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Lisa is survived by her children; Cassandra Webster and her husband Scott of DuBois, PA, Bobbi Jo Powell and her husband Bob of Woodland, PA and Dereke Vasilauskas and his wife Bridgett of Reynoldsville, PA, twelve grandchildren; Naomi, Noah, Elise, Eowyn, Amelia, Aksana, Emma, Robby, Adrienne, Allison, Abigail and Aubree, one great grandchild; Carsyn, two brothers; Charles and Jeff and five sisters; Lynda Sue, Marilyn, Michelle, Rosemary and Mary Ann. She was preceded in death by one brother; Howard, an infant sister; Shannon and her step-father; Robert McCracken. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 6, 2021 from 2 PM – 4 PM from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 7, 2021 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Father David Whiteford officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Orphans of the Storm, 11878 PA-85, Kittanning, PA 16201. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Felix J. Trainor, Age 79 of Treasure Lake, DuBois, PA died Saturday, May 29, 2021 at Penn Highlands Jefferson Manor in Brookville, PA. Born on October 7, 1941 in New Castle, Indiana, he was the son of the late Felix R. & Mary E. (Levrington) Trainor. He graduated from New Castle Chrysler High School in 1959. He attended Notre Dame University, then later Ball State University earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 1964. On December 26, 1960, he married his wife of 60 years, Patricia J. “Patty” (Allen) Trainor. She survives. Felix retired from the sales department at Triangle Auto Springs after 25 years of service. Previous to that, he worked in his family owned business, Trainor National Spring Company in New Castle, IN. He was a member of the former Treasure Lake Lions Club, attended Treasure Lake Church and enjoyed golfing and reading. He is survived by 4 children (Deborah Kalgren & her husband Denny of Richardson, TX; Jennifer Kuhn & her husband Tom of Tonganoxie, Ks; Felicia Bonebreak & her husband Jim of St. Charles, IL; and Felix J. “Jimmy” Trainor of New York, NY). 5 grandchildren, 1 brother (Paul Trainor & his wife Suzette of Florida), and 1 sister (Anne Karagiannia of Texas). Visitation will be held on Friday, June 4, 2021 from 4-6 p.m. at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private family funeral service will be held. Memorials may be placed with the DuBois Public Library, 31 South Brady St., DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Joseph S. Haag, Age 80 of Troutville, PA died Sunday, May 30, 2021 at his home. Born on March 18, 1941 in Luthersburg, PA, he was the son of the late Seymor and Suzie (Swartzlander) Haag. On June 17, 1961 he married his wife of 59 years, Linda L. (Knarr) Haag. She preceded him in death on September 7, 2020. Joe was a veteran of the United States Army Reserves having served with the 629th Transportation Unit. He retired from P&N Coal Company as a mechanic after 32 years of service. Joe is survived by his children; (Brian S. Haag & his wife Jacqueline and Terry J. Haag both of Troutville, PA), his five brothers; John, Fred “James”, Albert, Andy and Ted Haag, two sisters; Renie Jones and Kathy Diltz, 3 grandchildren; (Keith Haag & his wife Gina, Steven Haag & his wife Kayla and Jamie Mennetti & her husband Jeremy) and 6 great grandchildren; (Beau & Nolan and Kole and Kobie, Knox and Taylor Haag). He was preceded in death by 1 son Timmy A. Haag and one brother Charles Haag. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 4, 2021 from 4PM -8PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 8PM from the funeral home with Pastor Barry Fillman officiating. The service will honor both Joe and his wife Linda who passed away in 2020. Burial will take place in Troutville Trinity United Church of Christ Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Troutville Trinity United Church of Christ, 71 Hill Street, Troutville, PA 15866. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

H. Michael “Mike” Veltri, age 75 of Reynoldsville, PA died Monday, May 31, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family following a lengthy illness. Born on May 1,1946 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph “Blackie” Veltri, Sr. and Helen (Landini) Ralston. On August 8, 1970 he married his wife of 50 years, Lynda Eilene (Fersak) Veltri. She survives. He was a 1964 graduate of Brockway Area Highschool and was a 1968 graduate of Saint Francis University, earning his bachelor of arts in education. For over 15 years he was a history and economics teacher at the Punxsutawney Area High School. Following his career in education, Mike was a successful State Farm agent in the Reynoldsville, Clarion, and Rimersburg areas for over 25 years. Mike was best known for his love of jokes and humor and love of his family. He was a life-long hunter and fly fisherman and spent innumerable days enjoying these activities with his family and closest friends. He enjoyed spending any time that he could taking in the beauty of God’s creation, which he enjoyed on afternoon rides with his cousin John Michael Landini. In his younger years Mike played for the Brockway Area High School football and baseball teams, and was a wrestler at St. Francis University. He was also an accomplished trumpeter, receiving the John Philip Sousa award for his accomplishments. Along with his wife, Mike is survived by a daughter, Gretchen Gray-Licatovich and her husband Brian; two grandchildren, Morgan and Dallas Gray; three step-grandchildren Eric, Jaron, and Taryn Licatovich; his six half-siblings, Fr. Dennis Veltri, Christina Veltri, Joseph Veltri, Jr., Ricky Veltri, Diane Dickerson, and George “Buddy” Veltri. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 3, 2021 from 2 PM- 4 PM & 6 PM -8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 4, 2021 at 10 AM from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer, his brother Father Dennis Veltri and Father Adam Verona con celebrating. Burial will take place in St. Tobias Cemetery. Although flowers are appreciated, the family asks that individuals donate blood to a blood bank of their choice if they are physically capable or to donate to the Community Blood Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania and Western New York, 2646 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16508, in Mike’s memory. Online condolences can be sent http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Shawn Michael Meholick, age 38 of DuBois, PA died Thursday, May 27, 2021 at his home. Born on December 20, 1982 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of Mary Jo Meholick. His mother survives and lives in DuBois, PA. along with her companion Michael Szalankiewicz. Shawn had worked at DuBois Logistics in the maintenance department for many years. He was a member of the Polish Citizens Club. He loved music, especially playing his guitar and writing music. Shawn also enjoyed going on walks in the woods, sitting by a fire and was an avid artist. In addition to his mother, he is survived by one uncle (Larry Meholick of DuBois, PA) and two cousins (Annette Clark and Amanda Vela). He was preceded in death by his grandparents (Albert and Josephine Meholick), one uncle (Gary Meholick) and great grandmother (Mary Donavich). There will be no public visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 1 p.m. from St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Bill Barron as celebrant. Burial will take place in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorials may be placed with the West Penn Burn Center, 4800 Friendship Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Brooks Maxwell Cole, infant son of Dr. Justin A. and Amber (Manack) Cole died Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Brooks is survived by his siblings Camden and Amelia Cole. A private family service was held. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Loretta A. Hassan, age 80 of DuBois, PA died Saturday, May 15, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. Born on December 27, 1940 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Nell (Nedzinski) Thompson. On May 5, 1962, she married her husband of 59 years, Joseph Hassan. He survives. Loretta was a Registered Nurse for 43 years. She was instrumental in the formation of the DuBois Regional Medical Center Home Health and Hospice. Loretta retired as the Supervisor of Home Health in 2004. She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church and was an avid Penn State fan. Above all, she loved being with her family and following their many activities. Loretta is survived by 2 children (Mike Hassan & his wife Julie and Beth Stoltz and her husband Todd, both of DuBois, PA) 4 grandchildren (Michael Hassan and his wife Christa; Megan Hassan, Becca Novak and her husband Josh, and Rachel Stoltz), 3 great grandchildren (Adley and Ahna Novak, and Raegan Hassan) 4 siblings (Joan Trump, Susi Wesdock and her husband John, Rosi Murdock and her husband Dan, and Tim Thompson), and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 17, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. The rosary will be prayed on Monday afternoon at 4:15 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 10 a.m. from St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Michael Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Ave., DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Evelyn R. Reid, Age 89 of Sykesville, PA died Friday, May 14, 2021 at the DuBois Nursing Home. Born on May 16, 1931 in Sykesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Blanche (D’Amico) Martino. On July 29, 1950, she married her Donald L. Reid. He preceded her in death on March 12, 1975. Evelyn retired from the DuBois Area School District where she worked for 25 years as manager of the cafeteria. She had also worked at Herb & Tom’s Market in DuBois. She was a member of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church where she was a member of the Altar Rosary Society. She enjoyed listening to polka music and being the “ticket taker” at the DuBois Beavers football games. Evelyn is survived by a son (Donald J. Reid and his wife Dahlene “Dahle” of Sykesville, PA), a brother (Dr. James Martino and his wife Patricia of DuBois, PA), 7 grandchildren (D.J. Reid and his wife Jessica, Josh Reid and his wife Emily, Tricia Davis and her husband Nate, Michael Radaker and his wife Emily, Shawn Gallagher, Brian Gallagher and his wife Frannie, and Samantha Panaghetti and her husband Lou), numerous great grandchildren, several great-great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her two daughters (Donna Radaker and Roberta Gallagher). Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 from 6 PM – 8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 11 AM from the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church with Fr. William Barron as celebrant. Burial will follow in Assumption Cemetery. Memorial may be placed with the Sykesville Ambulance, 218 West Liberty Street, and/or the Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department,106 East Liberty Street, both in Sykesville, PA 15865. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

William T. Hartman, Jr., Age 68 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. Born on July 23, 1952 in Pittsburgh, PA he was the son of the late William T. and Helen J. (Zimmerman) Hartman, Sr. On October 8, 1977 he married his wife of 44 years, Susan J. (Corrigan) Hartman. She survives. Bill proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Bill had an extensive career in the Silicon Valley Computer Industry. He had always been active in the Boy Scouts of America. Bill obtained the rank of Eagle Scout and later served as an Assistant Scout Master for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman and had vast knowledge of various subjects, especially history, and enjoyed discussing with all. Bill is survived by 3 children (Rebecca Hartman & her husband Rick Cox; Matthew Hartman & his wife Cindy; and Amanda Hartman) and was “Papa” to his granddaughter Madison Hartman. Bill is also survived by his brother, sisters, nieces and nephews and many, many beloved and cherished extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his infant brother, Robert. There will be no public visitation. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 12 p.m. from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. The service will be live streamed and can be viewed by going to www.facebook.com/baronickfuneralhome. Full military honors will be accorded from the funeral home by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard. Memorials may be placed with the Treasure Lake Veterans Memorials Project, 13 Treasure Lake, DuBois, PA 15801. Please include Bill’s name with your donation. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Dr. Robert John Jarosz (DDS), age 88 of DuBois, PA died peacefully Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at his home. Born on May 15, 1932 in Lackawanna, NY, he was the son of the late John F. & Anna (Bolas) Jarosz. On August 13, 1955, he married his wife of 65 years, Evelyn M. (Manko) Jarosz. She survives. Bob served in the United States Navy from July 9, 1958 until July 5, 1961. He served aboard the USS Tanner AGS-15 in the Dental Corps and was a Senior Dental Officer. After the service, Bob was in private practice in Lackawanna, NY until his retirement in 1996. He was a life member of the 8th District Dental Society of the State of New York, was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus, and was a life member of the Erie County Dental Society. Bob a member of the Appolonia Guild, the Acacia Fraternity, Syracuse Chapter, the PSI Omega Dental Fraternity, and was the Past President of the Medical Arts Society. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his 3 children (Linda J. Thorwart (Steven) of St. Marys, PA, Robert J. Jarosz, Jr. (Lynette) of Lackawanna, NY, and David L. Jarosz (LuAnne) of Lancaster, NY) and 5 grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2021 from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 12 p.m. from the funeral home with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery, Hamburg, NY. Although flowers are appreciated, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Elk County Humane Society, 1029 E. Eschbach Rd., St. Marys, PA 15857 and/or St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, 118 South State St., DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Diana (Bennett) Perks, age 74 of Grampian, PA died Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at her home. Born on July 2, 1946 in Grampian, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Clara Gearhart Mitchell. On October 30, 1965 she married Russell Perks, Sr. He preceded her in death on January 10, 2013. Diana was a homemaker. She was a member of the Bible Fellowship Church. She enjoyed spending time outdoors with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren She is survived by one son (Russell Perks, Jr. and his wife Sandy of Luthersburg, PA) and one daughter (Tina Bush and her husband Jeff of Grampian, PA), eight grandchildren; ( Justin Perks (Tammy Matusky), Eric Perks and his wife Samantha, Mark Perks (Amaris Armagost), Tanya Kelly, Mike Kelly, Alyssa Bush, Colton Bush, Jonah Wykoff and his wife Katie), 7 great grandchildren; (Matt Megofna (Amanda Penfield), Dylan and Brok Kelly, Peyton, Addy, Bayleigh and Brinley Perks) and two great-great grandchildren; (Meah and Chase Megofna). She was preceded in death by an infant son Terry and one son Mark L. Perks, two brothers; (Merlin “Bunny” Mitchell and Dickie Mitchell) and two sisters; (Joan Shimmel and Betty Kehler). Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 13, 2021 from 2 -4 PM and 6-8 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Masks are required. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 14, 2021 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Charles M. Lee, Jr. officiating. Burial will take place at Luthersburg Union Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made Brady Township Fire, Rescue, & Ambulance, P.O. Box 157 Luthersburg, PA 15848. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Thomas V. Poulos, age 83, of DuBois, PA died Monday, May 10, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on January 3, 1938 in Kalamata, Greece, he was the son of the late Vasilios & Evgenia Poulos. On February 17, 1963 he married his wife Panagiota “Pota” Poulos. She preceded him in death on December 6, 2019. Tom worked at McDowell Manufacturing in DuBois for 25 years. Previous to that, he was the owner/operator of the Quick Lunch on Brady Street in DuBois for many years. He was a founding member of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in DuBois and was a member of St. Nicholas in Altoona. He loved watching Greek television shows, volunteering at the DuBois Nursing Home, and above all, he loved to spend time with his grandchildren. He is survived by two sons; (Vasilios “Bill” Poulos and his wife Evelyn of Newark, DE and Nicholas Poulos of DuBois, PA), three grandchildren; (Blair, Morgan and Panagiota “Mary” Poulos), a brother (Coatas Giannakopoulos) and a sister (Katina Giannakopoulos), both of Greece. He was preceded in death by his sister (Nitsa Giannakopoulos). Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 from 4PM – 7PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Masks are required. A Parastas will be prayed on Wednesday afternoon at 3:15. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 11 AM from St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, 301 South State St., DuBois, with Father Mark Meholick as celebrant. Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, 102 North 3rd St., DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Donald E. Wingert, Age 90 of Luthersburg, PA died Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on January 12, 1931 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late Roy and Stella Wingert. Don was a veteran of the United States Navy having served in the Korean War. On October 14, 1956, he married his wife of 64 years, Betty Lyons Wingert. She survives. Don was the owner and operator of Wingert Farms. He was a member of St. Luke’s United Church of Christ and enjoyed wood working in his shop. He is survived by 2 sons (Denny Wingert & his wife Lisa, and Steve Wingert & his wife Libby, both of Luthersburg, PA), 3 grandchildren (John Wingert & his wife Mindy, and Lauren & Derek Wingert), a brother (Bernard Wingert & his wife Dorothy of Warren, PA), and a sister (Jean McGee & her husband Keith of Willingboro, NJ). He was preceded in death by his brother Robert Wingert. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 from 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Masks are required. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 11 a.m. from St. Luke’s United Church of Christ with Pastor Bob Newell and Pastor Lance Tucker co officiating. Burial will follow in St. Luke’s Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. On line condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Mary J. Rowles, age 72 of Brockport, PA died Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Penn Highlands, DuBois Hospital. Born on October 29, 1948 in Clearfield, PA, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Pearl (Heberline) Kitko. On August 19, 1967 she married her husband of 53 years, Raymond B. Rowles. He survives. Mary was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. She is also survived by her two sons; (Raymond B. Rowles II and his wife Dana of Chippewa Township, PA and Robert Rowles of Brockport, PA), 2 grandchildren; (Joseph and Taylor Rowles), 1 brother James Kitko of Curwensville, PA) and 1 sister (Dot Saunders of Hampton, VA). She was preceded in death by 3 brothers; (Alan, William and Stephen Kitko) and 2 sisters; (Jane McLaughlin and Pauline Kitko). 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. Arrangements are under the direction of the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

On Monday, April 26, 2021 Roger Eugene Long, age 75, passed away at Penn Highlands Hospital in DuBois, PA. Born February 11, 1946 in Fairmont, Marion County, West Virginia, he was the son of US Navy WWII Veteran Nathaniel Eugene “Gene” Long and Rena Jane Wilburn Long. Roger was raised in Ohiopyle, graduating from South Union High School in 1964 where he was an honor student and lettered in baseball. He enlisted in the US Air Force and was assigned to the K-9 Sentry Dog Air Police Squadron at Loring Air Base, Limestone, Maine, for two years following basic training. Loring AFB was the largest base of the Air Force's Strategic Air Command and closest to the Soviet Union during the cold war. In 1966 Roger was assigned to the Tan Son Nhut Air Base in the Gia Dinh Province of South Vietnam where he proudly served his country, alongside his Sentry Dog, Happy. Upon his return to the US, he was stationed at Plattsburg Air Base, NY. While serving in the Air Force Reserves, he went to work for Penn DOT District 12-0 in Uniontown where he would meet his wife to be, Lisbeth Ann Blue. He entered the Pennsylvania State Police Academy in 1971, was assigned to Troop S DuBois following graduation, and studied criminal investigation and law enforcement at the DuBois Campus of Penn State University. Roger was a member of the elite PSP Rodeo Team performing across Pennsylvania and at State Farm Shows in Harrisburg. He also rode with the mounted police unit at many parades across the Commonwealth. Trooper Long was one of the mounted patrolmen taken into the hard-hat riots in Scranton and was sent to the Camp Hill Prison riot. Roger was a Life member of Vietnam Dog Handlers #1900, the Penn State Alumni Association, the Olympia Club (where he was known for making lasagna each Thanksgiving), past Trustee of the Falls Creek Eagles, DuBois American Legion, DuBois VFW, Reynoldsville Elks, Sandy Firemen’s Club and the Retired Public Employees of Pennsylvania. For several years, he coached the Falls Creek Sentries Girls Softball Team. Roger loved his chocolate labs and will be sorely missed by his Halie. He was a skilled wood worker, enjoyed a good cinch game with his buddies, Penn State football, annual golf excursions and organizing the yearly Christmas party while a State Trooper. Although Roger took his time getting to know people, once you were his friend you could have none better. God has now taken him home to once again travel those “Country Roads of Almost Heaven, West Virginia”. He is survived by his wife of over fifty-one years, Lisbeth Ann Blue Long, of Harrisburg; his sister Jo Ellen Butler and her husband, Leonard, of Damascus, AK. There will be no public visitation. A private service will be held at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with Centenary United Methodist Pastor Robert Ryder officiating. Full military honors and Pennsylvania State Police honors will be accorded from the cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc., DuBois, PA. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Patrick T. Hackett, age 67 of DuBois, PA died Saturday, April 24, 2021 at his home. Born on April 29, 1953 in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late Raymond J. and Mary (McDonough) Hackett. On July 2, 1983 he married his wife of 38 years Dorothea (Eskra) Hackett. She survives. Patrick worked as the comptroller for Allison and Associates Construction Services for many years. He is survived by his daughters; Jessica Hackett of Astoria Queens, NY and Caitlin Hackett Farris & her husband Seth of Davie, FL and three sisters; Teresa Byrne and Mary Pat Mariani both of Pittsburgh, PA and Peggy Venning of Beaufort, SC. He was preceded in death by two brothers Robert Burton Hackett and Raymond J. Hackett. A private family visitation and funeral service will be held from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Father Edward Walk officiating. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice in our area. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Brian Keith Reasinger, Age 63 of State College, PA, formerly of Whitehall, PA died peacefully in his sleep at his home on Saturday, April 24, 2021 following a courageous 9-year battle with cancer. Born on January 5, 1958 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of the late James W. and Mabel J. (Shubert)Reasinger. On August 30, 1986, he married his wife of 34 years, Alison G. (Adamson) Reasinger. She survives. Brian was a veteran of the United States Airforce. After his service to our country, he graduated from Triangle Tech in Falls Creek, PA. Brian retired in September of 2020 after 25 years as a machinist at Choice Precision Machine Inc. in Whitehall, PA. He was Lutheran by faith. One of his biggest joys was spending every holiday with his nieces, Daisey and Dawn Marie as well as all of their children and families. Brian is survived by his siblings (Dennis Reasinger and his wife, Doreen of Damascus, MD; Kevin Reasinger and his wife, Karen of DuBois, PA; and Charles Reasinger and his wife, Andrea of Blacksburg, SC), 9 nieces, one nephew, as well as 17 great nieces and nephews, and his dog Barley. He was preceded in death by his daughter and one brother. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 30, 2021 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. from the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. Social distancing requirements will be observed and masks are required. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 1 p.m. from the funeral home with Pastor Terry Felt officiating. Although flowers are appreciated, memorials may be placed with the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

David M. Staley, age 77 of DuBois, PA (formerly of Sykesville, PA) died Friday, April 23, 2021 at Christ The King Manor. Born on April 7, 1944 in Los Angeles, CA, he was the son of the late Dorothy S. (Logan) Deters. On October 28, 1967 he married Rosemary (Swackhammer) Staley. She preceded him in death on May 2, 2020 David was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served in the Vietnam War. He had worked in mobile maintenance for Penelec. David is survived by 1 daughter (Kim Staley Clark) and her fiancé (Jason Shaffer) of DuBois, PA four grandchildren (Candace Irwin Bowers, Jasmine & Mackena Staley and Amanda Shaffer), 8 great grandchildren, two brothers; (James Deters and his wife Mary of Reynoldsville, PA and Richard Deters and his life companion Evelyn of Pittsburgh, PA) and one sister(Linda Hendricks of Punxsutawney, PA). He was preceded in death by one daughter (Tammy Staley) and one brother Charles Deters. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held Tuesday at 1:00 PM from the funeral home with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. Full military honors will be accorded by the members of the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the funeral home. Online condolences can be sent to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Gary A. Peterson, Age 82 of DuBois, PA died Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Penn Highlands DuBois Hospital. Born on August 20, 1938 in Weld County, Colorado he was the son of the late Alden Peterson and Virginia (Fletter) Conley. On March 25, 1962, he married Jeanne (Henneforth) Peterson. She preceded him in death in 2018. Gary retired from General Motors in Van Nuis, California after 32 years of service as an assembly worker. He is survived by his daughter (Kimberly Robertson and her husband Don of DuBois, PA) and his 2 grandchildren (Rayanna & Ryan). There will be no public visitation and a funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions can be made to the Treasure Lake Church, 226 Treasure Lake, DuBois, PA 15801. The Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be made to http://baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence