Obituaries
Nicholas J. Roberto
Sep 23, 2026
Nicholas J. Roberto, 47, of St. Marys, died on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at his residence follow a lengthy illness.
He was born on April 11, 1979, in Coudersport, the son of Patricia Zimmer Roberto and the late Frederick Roberto.
On August 13, 2004, he married Tonia Mertz, who survives.
Nick was a true family man who treasured the time he spent with his...
Linda M. Young
Sep 22, 2026
Linda M. Young, age 77, peacefully passed away in her sleep in the early morning of Tuesday, September 22nd in Ridgway.
She was born in Ridgway on the 1st of August 1949, to her late parents, most notably her father, Lyle B. Wilson. Linda leaves behind her life partner of 45 years, David "Crow" Wildnauer who cared for her until her...
Dolores J. Resch
Sep 22, 2026
Dolores J. Resch, 86, formerly of Million Dollar Highway, Kersey, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness.She was born on June 1, 1940, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Francis and Magdalene Bille Selle.On June 1, 1963, at St. Marys, she married the late Donald Resch, who preceded her in...
James L. DeLong Jr.
Sep 21, 2026
James L. DeLong Jr., 83, of Ridgway, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Elk Haven Nursing Home with family by his side.
He was born on November 25, 1942, in Bristol, PA, the son of the late James and Colleen Roberts DeLong.
On June 27, 1964, he married the late Judith Beimel, who preceded him in death in 2017.
Jim...
Marla D. Johnson
Sep 18, 2026
Marla D. Johnson, 87, of Ridgway, died on Friday, September 18, 2026, at UPMC Hamot following a brief illness.
She was born on October 23, 1938, in Johnsonburg, the daughter of the late Guy and Gertrude Bloumquist Speaker.
On October 17, 1958, in Maryland, she married the late Donald E. Johnson, who preceded her in death in 2025.
Marla was a graduate of Johnsonburg High...
Ronald L. Carey
Sep 17, 2026
Ronald Carey, 65, of Ridgway, died on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at Penn Highlands Dubois following a lengthy illness.
He was born on February 16, 1961, in Amarillo, TX, a son of the late Robert and Robbie Laman Carey.
On October 31, 2011, he married Josephine Casale, who survives.
A talented writer, Ron enjoyed putting his imagination into words and creating stories. He...
Teresa Geitner
Sep 16, 2026
Teresa Geitner, 63, of Ridgway, died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at UPMC Hamot Hospital.
She was born on June 26, 1963, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Leo and Theresa Liscinski Zameroski.
On February 12, 2009, she married the late Gerald E. Geitner, who preceded her in death in 2014.
She is survived by a son and grandchildren. She is also...
Sue Ann Neubert
Sep 16, 2026
On the evening of September 16, 2026, Sue Ann Neubert, passed away peacefully in her home.
Sue was an incredible mother, dedicated nurse, loving wife and caring friend to many. Sue's death was sudden, for she was diagnosed with metastatic pancreatic cancer. She was providing care at Pinecrest only three weeks ago. She was devoted to helping and advocating for others. Many...
Ann E. Frey
Sep 16, 2026
Ann E. Frey, 88, of Vine Road, St. Marys, Pa, wife of Maurice Frey, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 peacefully from a lengthy illness, surrounded by her loving family.Ann was born on June 8, 1938 in New York City, NY, to the late Victoria Sheneen Sayyah.
Ann was employed by St. Mary's Powdered Metal Factory for many years. After...
Richard J. Parrish
Sep 11, 2026
Richard Jude Parrish, 71, of 174 Provin Road, Hazen, Pennsylvania, formerly of Ridgway, PA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Rich was born February 12, 1955, to parents James and Mary Anne (Brasuell) Parrish.
Rich was raised in Johnsonburg, PA where he enjoyed riding dirt bikes with friends and delivering newspapers...
Stark A. Shrubb
Sep 8, 2026
Stark A. Shrubb, 83, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, following a battle with Alzheimer's illness.He was born on March 13, 1943 in Kane, PA, a son of the late Harlan Shrubb and Alice Stark Bizzak.On October 23, 2001, in St. Marys, he married Virginia Sennett Shrubb, who survives...
Stephen J. Eckert
Sep 8, 2026
Stephen J. Eckert, 75, of Grandview Road, passed away in his home on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in St. Marys.
He was born on February 1, 1951, in St. Marys, a son of the late James and Margaret "Bugs" Schneider Eckert.
Steve was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, class of 1969. He was a simple, hardworking man who never...
Joseph D. Szymanski
Sep 5, 2026
Joseph D. Szymanski, 85, of Rasselas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Snyder Memorial Health Care in Marienville following a lengthy illness.He was born on February 6, 1941 in Ridgway, PA, a son of the late Alex and Anna Koneski Szymanski.On November 5, 1966, in Rasselas, PA, he married Nancy Lazzo Szymanski, who survives. Together they shared...
JoAnn Erich
Sep 4, 2026
With deep sorrow we announce the passing of JoAnn Erich, a woman of deep faith and tremendous energy. She lit up any room with her beautiful blue eyes and engaging smile.JoAnn was born in St. Marys, PA to William and Marie (Schlimm) Erich. She passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026 after a courageous five-year battle with cancer.She was a...
Nancy J. Trumbull
Sep 3, 2026
Nancy J. Trumbull, 86, formerly of Ridgway, died on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Christ the King Assisted Living following a brief illness.
She was born on January 16, 1940, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Harry and Ada Ruth Merritt.
Nancy shared 58 wonderful years with her husband, Robert Trumbull, he preceded her in death in 2015.
Nancy found great joy in...
Donald L. Leidwinger
Sep 1, 2026
Donald L. Leidwinger, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on September 1, 2026, at the age of 89.
Don was born on May 13, 1937, to Alfred and Helen Leidwinger.
He grew up in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, where he graduated from Ridgway high school. Following high school, Don proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1955 to...
Robert A. Havrda
Aug 28, 2026
Robert A. "Bob" Havrda, 79, of Johnsonburg, fell asleep in death at home on Friday, August 28, 2026, following a brief illness, surrounded by his family.
Bob was born May 18, 1947, in Flushing, NY, a son of the late Fred and Hattie Johnson Havrda.
Though he grew up in Queens, the country was always in Bob's blood. He went west to...
Dylen E. Ehrensberger
Aug 27, 2026
Dylen Everett Ehrensberger, four-month-old son of Troy and Crystal Anderson Ehrensberger, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk.Born on April 26, 2026, Dylen was the happiest little baby, with a beautiful smile that seemed to light up his whole face. He smiled often and easily, bringing joy to everyone around him....
Stephen J. Dinsmore
Aug 25, 2026
Stephen J. Dinsmore, 62, of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh.He was born on October 18, 1963 in St. Marys, PA, a son of Darrell and Karen Bevacqua Dinsmore, who survive of St. Marys.A 1983 graduate of Elk County Christian High School, Steve was a familiar and friendly face at...
Joan M. Challingsworth
Aug 25, 2026
Joan M. Challingsworth, 89, of Taft Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Elk Haven Nursing Home.She was born on January 18, 1937 in Johnsonburg, PA, a daughter of the late Edward and Bertha Raffeinner Lynch.On September 13, 1955, she married the late Donald Challingsworth, who preceded her in death on April 5, 2021. Together...
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