Obituaries

Patricia Ann Johnson

Patricia Ann Johnson

Jul 11, 2026

Patricia A. Johnson, 83, of Ridgway, died on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her family.

She was born on November 19, 1942, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Kenneth and Mary Gerg Foringer.

In October 1959, she married James Johnson, who survives.

Patricia was a devoted homemaker whose warmth and caring spirit touched the lives of all who...

Todd M. Erickson

Todd M. Erickson

Jul 7, 2026

Todd M. Erickson, 49, passed away on July 7, 2026, in St. Marys.

He was born on September 25, 1976, in Coudersport, PA, a son of the late Lee Erickson and Rachael (David) Ringer who survives.

Throughout his life, Todd was known for his kind heart and friendly personality. He proudly served the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department for many years, dedicating himself...

Shane "Rubber" Williamson

Shane "Rubber" Williamson

Jul 4, 2026

Shane D. "Rubber" Williamson, 51, of Ridgway, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at his residence.

He was born on October 18, 1974, in Ridgway, the son of Daniel F. Williamson and the late Kathleen A. McCartney Williamson.

On October 30, 2010, at St. Leos Church, he married Cheri Leslie, who survives.

A proud graduate of Ridgway High School, he was a...

Elaine M. Buttery

Elaine M. Buttery

Jul 4, 2026

Elaine Marie (Fenice) Buttery, 76, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and leaving behind a legacy of kindness, devotion, and unconditional love that will continue to live on through all who knew her.

Born on January 26, 1950, to Guido and Elizabeth "Betty" (Friday) Fenice, Elaine lived a life centered around the people...

Philip L. Regulski

Philip L. Regulski

Jul 2, 2026

Philip L. Regulski, 90, of Ridgway, died unexpectedly on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at his residence.

He was born on December 14, 1935, in Byrndale, the son of the late Stanley and Veronica Cuneo Regulski.

On November 5, 1960, at Queen of The World Church, he married the late Arlene Hasselman, who preceded him in death on March 10, 2025.

Phil dedicated much of his...

Greta Ann Challingsworth

Greta Ann Challingsworth

Jul 1, 2026

Greta A. Challingsworth, 60, of Ridgway, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at her residence.

She was born on December 21, 1965, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Carmen Martino and Bonnie Johnson Hoffman.

On May 22, 1999, in Ridgway, she married Fred Challingsworth, who survives.

Greta was a graduate of Ridgway High School Class of 1984 and later graduated from...

JoAnn Grazioli

JoAnn Grazioli

Jun 30, 2026

JoAnn Grazioli, 71, found eternal peace on Tuesday morning, June 30th, 2026. She passed peacefully at her home residence of 44 years in Kersey, PA. In her final days, she was lovingly cared for by family members and supported by close friends and neighbors.

JoAnn was born September 11th, 1954 in Ridgway, PA. Daughter of the late Paul Washburn, and survived...

Marilyn L. Selle

Marilyn L. Selle

Jun 28, 2026

Marilyn L. Selle, 76, of Bradford, PA, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026, in Duncannon, PA following a brief illness.She was born on August 19, 1949 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Leo and Madelyn Davison Selle.Marilyn was a 1967 graduate of Elk County Christian High School and went on to earn her degree in Elementary...

Forrest L. Kinley Jr.

Forrest L. Kinley Jr.

Jun 27, 2026

Forrest L. "Junior" Kinley Jr., 94 of Ridgway, died on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home following a brief illness.

He was born on May 8, 1932, in Sharon, a son of the late Forrest Sr. and Margaret Dodge Kinley.

On November 28, 1953, he married the late Ida Himes, who preceded him in death on March 4, 2017.

Junior was a...

Lorraine Hendrickson

Lorraine Hendrickson

Jun 25, 2026

Lorraine Hendrickson, 92, of Ridgway, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's.

She was born on April 18, 1934, in Kane, a daughter of the late Harry R. and Helga R. Nelson Larson.

On November 12, 1955, she married the late John E. Yaggie, with whom she shared many cherished...

Edmund Kucenski

Edmund Kucenski

Jun 25, 2026

Edmund J. Kucenski, 87, of Ridgway, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Penn Highlands Dubois.

He was born on December 30, 1938, in Ridgway, a son of the late Alex and Gladys Zameroski Kucenski.

He was first united in marriage to his beloved wife, Rosann Raspatello, on October 20, 1962, and they shared a lifetime of love until her passing on July 22,...

Ronald G. Breniman

Ronald G. Breniman

Jun 24, 2026

Ronald G. Breniman, 59, of St. Marys, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois with his beloved family by his side following a lengthy illness.

He was born on November 5, 1966 in Clarion, PA, a son of Samuel Breniman, who survives of Emporium, and the late Kathryn Renwick Breniman. The family moved to the Emporium area...

Preston D. Miller

Preston D. Miller

Jun 23, 2026

Preston D. Miller, 52, of Ridgway, passed away on Tuesday June 23, 2026, in Ridgway, PA, following a lengthy illness.

He was born on October 18, 1973 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late David Miller and Heidi Smith Slottje, who survives of Pahrump, NV.

Preston will be remembered as a man who found joy in life's simple pleasures and...

Donald W. Wilson

Donald W. Wilson

Jun 20, 2026

Donald W. Wilson, 76, passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois on Saturday, June 20, 2026, following a lengthy illness.

He was born on June 17, 1950, in Washington County, a son of the late John Wilson and Dorothy Smith Crowe.

On July 15, 1990, in Morrisville, NC, he married Joyce Gifford Wilson, who survives.

Don was a graduate of McGuffey High School, Class...

Michael R. Bowes

Michael R. Bowes

Jun 20, 2026

Michael R. Bowes, 80, of Ridgway, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Heritage Ridge Senior Living.

He was born on March 3, 1946, in Lock Haven, a son of the late Edward and Margaret Zerbe Bowes.

On June 3, 1972, he married the late Ruth E. Simchick, who preceded in death in 2022.

Mike proudly served with the Pennsylvania State...

Harvey W. Himes

Harvey W. Himes

Jun 17, 2026

Harvey W. Himes, 66, of St. Marys, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at his residence.

He was born on December 22, 1959, in Bradford, a son of the late Bernard and Julia Rider Himes.

Harvey was known for his outgoing personality in his younger years and his love of the outdoors. He found great happiness hunting, taking drives in his...

Nancy H. Holmberg

Nancy H. Holmberg

Jun 17, 2026

Nancy H. Holmberg, 88, of Ridgway, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Elk Haven Nursing Home.

She was born on August 31, 1937, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Harry and Nannie Nelson Peterson.

On November 7, 1959, she married the late Ronald L. Holmberg, who preceded her in death on October 8, 2012.

Nancy was a member of New...

Grace E. Kissell

Grace E. Kissell

Jun 16, 2026

Grace E. Kissell, 89, of St. Marys and formerly of Butler, PA, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor, following a brief illness.She was born on April 29, 1937 in Monroeville, PA, a daughter of the late Asa and Florence Page Miller.On November 24, 1962, she married the late Joseph Kissell, who preceded her in death in...

Linda M. Farley

Linda M. Farley

Jun 15, 2026

Linda M. Farley, 87, formerly of Lynch Road, St. Marys, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness.She was born on March 10, 1939 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Paul and Helen Yeager Farley.Linda devoted her life to the person she loved most-her daughter. As the mother of a special-needs...

Jennifer Thompson

Jennifer Thompson

Jun 12, 2026

Jennifer L. Thompson, 42, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 12, 2026, at her home.

She was born on April 24, 1984, in Ridgway, PA, a daughter of Roger Thompson and Joan Snyder Thompson, who preceded her in death in September of 2013.

Jen was a vibrant and spirited woman whose positive attitude and warm smile brightened the lives of everyone around...