All Obituaries

Cecil R. Calvert, 91, of Loyalsock Township, died at UPMC Williamsport Regional Medical Center on August 21, 2019. He was born January 2, 1928, in Warrensville, a son of the late Ralph and Corine (Hartman) Calvert, and was raised by his step father, William G. Hauke Sr. Cecil graduated from Hepburnville High School, was a U.S. Army veteran stationed in Belgium during the Korean War, and was a service manager in many area Ford dealerships.  He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran...

Earl Coleman Woolever, 93, of Eldred Township, died at Valley View Nursing Center on August 19, 2019. He was born March 31, 1926, in Montoursville, a son of the late Charles Arthur and Mary (Ertel) Woolever. Coleman was owner of the former Woolever Transfer and was a U.S. Navy veteran serving during WWII.  He was a member of Seventh Day Adventist Church, was a 50 year member and served on the board of directors for North Central Chapter of PA Motor Truck Association, and enjoyed...

Steven G. Parke, 67, of Upper Fairfield Township, died at his residence on August 19, 2019. He was born February 2, 1952, in Williamsport, a son of the late George H. III and Thelma F. (Fry) Parke. Steven retired as an auto body repairman, was a member of Church of the Good Shepard Episcopal, and loved fishing and hunting. Surviving is a son, Michael G. Parke; a daughter, Nora J. Parke; and a sister, Elaine M. (Robert) Swank. Funeral and burial will be at the convenience of the...

Robert W. Russell, 73, of Montoursville, died August 17, 2019, at his residence. He was born July 6, 1946, in Montoursville, a son of the late William A. and Helen E. (Williams) Russell. Bob was a 20 year veteran of the U.S. Navy and served during the Vietnam War.  He was a member of Eugene Grafius American Legion Post #104, a lifetime member of the V.F.W., and enjoyed bowling, fishing, and hunting. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Glen J. Jacobs,...

Cloice Clyde Fannin, 76, of Benton, passed away on August 14, 2019 at Brookdale Senior Living, Bloomsburg. He was born on February 17, 1943, the son of the late Clyde and Violet (Webb) Fannin. Cloice was a graphic artist and served as a paratrooper in the Army. He is preceded in death by three siblings. He is survived by his daughter, Shauna (Lenny) Gerold, of California; five siblings; two grandchildren, Claire, Drew and his other three favorite little ones, Adalene, Lidia and Izak. A...

Betty L. Little, 86, of Montoursville, passed away on August 13, 2019 at Arista Care. She was born on February 2, 1933 in Williamsport, the daughter of the late Harold and Clara Emily (Applegate) Pysher. Betty was a member of the Lycoming Valley Baptist Church, and was active in prison ministries for over 30 years. She was a gifted writer, a calligrapher, an avid reader and loved playing games on the internet world wide. She also enjoyed Penn State and Steelers football. But most...

Lois N. Young, 97, of Williamsport, died Aug. 9, 2019, at the Williamsport Home. She was born Nov. 11, 1921, in Montoursville, a daughter of the late Harry M. and Nellie (E. (Hayes) Pepperman. Lois was a member of the former St. Mary’s Episcopal Church and Trinity Episcopal Church.  She was an avid reader, enjoyed crocheting, made ceramics, and loved doing crossword puzzles. In addition to her parents, preceding her in death was her husband, of 67 years, Archie B. Young, two...

Roger W. Sheldon, 95, of Loyalsock Township, passed away on August 8, 2019 at Manor Care Health Services South. He was born on May 15, 1924, the son of the late Milford and Kathryn (Siple) Sheldon. Roger retired as an electrical engineer from Litton Industries. He was a member of the Mill Creek United Methodist Church and served in the Army Air Corp. in WWII. He is preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, the former Jean L. Shangraw, and two sisters. Surviving him are his son, Michael...

James G. Rouse, 74, of Williamsport, passed away on August 7, 2019 at UPMC Williamsport. He was born on May 26, 1945 in Williamsport, the son of the late James and Frances (Apker) Rouse. James had worked at Textron. He was also a Vietnam U.S. Navy veteran. Surviving him are his companion, Sharon Scaife; his daughter, Diane Bonnell; and a grandson, Ian. There will be no services at the convenience of the family.  

Josephine M. Stoner, 69, of Milton, died August 7, 2019, at Grandview Nursing Home. She was born April 7, 1950, in Blossburg, the daughter of the late Robert and Eleanor (Snyder) Frey. Josephine enjoyed bingo, crafts, and yard sales. In addition to her parents, preceding her in death was husband, John R. Stoner Sr., and a brother, Dean E. Frey. Surviving are three sons, John R. Jr. (Karen) Stoner of Elimsport, Mark A. (Amanda) Stoner of Philipsburg, and Matthew S. (Mariela) Stoner of...