All Obituaries

Kenneth W. Raker, 87, of Loyalsock Twp. died peacefully Dec. 14, 2018, at Rose View Center. He was born Feb. 5, 1931, in Coal Township, a son of the late Walter and Helen (Brunson) Raker. Ken retired from Weis Markets, and was a Korean War veteran having served in the U.S. Army Air Force. He was a member of Eugene Grafius American Legion Post 104, Sons of Italy, and attended Faxon Kenmar United Methodist Church.  He enjoyed playing cards, cutting grass in Rose Valley, collecting model...

Doris A. Fogelman, 73, of Williamsport, died Dec. 13, 2018, at her residence. She was born April 11, 1945, in Troy, a daughter of the late Donald and Lenora M. Spencer. Doris retired from Brodarts and enjoyed her family and grandchildren. In addition to her parents, preceding her in death were a brother, John Spencer, and a sister, Barbara Spencer. Surviving are a daughter, Brenda Winters, of Shenandoah; two brothers, Robert Spencer, and Donald Spencer, both of Troy; a sister, Shirley...

Aletha M. Wright, 91, of Lewisburg, died Dec. 9, 2018, at her residence with her loving family by her side. She was born Dec. 29, 1926, in Rose Valley, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Pearl (Heim) Bower. As a youth, Aletha was a member of Rose Valley Church. She was a graduate of Montoursville Area High School, where she served on the yearbook staff. Upon graduation, she worked in the Treasury Department in Washington, DC, and a munitions factory in Rhode Island during WWII. In...

Irvin B. Fox, 83, of Montoursville, died Dec. 7, 2018, at UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport Regional Medical Center.  He was born Oct. 11, 1935, in Hughesville, a son of the late Arnold M. and Mary E. (McCarty) Fox. Irvin retired as labor and safety compliance officer for PA Department of Highways, and was a veteran of the Army National Guard.  He was a member of Montoursville Presbyterian Church, 40 et 8, and enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and telling stories. In addition...

Catherine I. Bussom, 93, of Williamsport, died Dec. 7, 2018, at Rose View Center. She was born Oct. 8, 1925, in Montgomery, a daughter of the late Lester and Grace (Bortz) Weaver. Catherine was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church and the Top of the Hill Senior Citizens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William C. Bussom. Surviving her are a son, Lester A. (Laura) Bussom, of Turbotville; a daughter, Elaine M. (Louis) Johnson, of Williamsport; a...

Gail A. Hall, 71, of Montoursville, died Dec. 5, 2018, at UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport Regional Medical Center. She was born Apr. 12, 1947, in Williamsport, a daughter of Merrill L. and Faye M. (Goss) Benedict. Gail retired from Halls Marine and was a 1965 graduate of Montoursville Area High School.  She enjoyed shopping, traveling, the beach, and her grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her father, and ex-husband, Charles Hall. Surviving are a son, Chad M. (Brenda) Hall, of...

Joan R. Lyle, 88, formerly of Mill Creek Township and Maryland, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2018 at UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport Hospital.  She was born September 8, 1930, in Mill Creek Township, a daughter of Paul E. and Mary M. Marshall Woodley. Joan worked in administration for the Oxon Hill School System.  She enjoyed quilting, antiquing, geneology, and gardening. She was predeceased by her parents, husband, Fred Lyle, Jr., sisters, Jane Woodley, Marie K. O’...

Joanne L. Bosch, 83, of Williamsport and formerly Montoursville, died Nov. 26, 2018 at Williamsport Regional Medical Center. She was born May 11, 1935, in Williamsport, a daughter of the late Oscar L. and Dorothy A. (Stover) Thompson. Joanne retired from customer service at Springs Window Fashion.  She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, was chairman of the dietary committee at the Williamsport Home Building A, and organized its celebrations.  She was an avid reader and Penn...

Maxine A. McConnel, 83, of Montoursville, died Nov. 25, 2018, at her residence. She was born April 30, 1935, in Williamsport, a daughter of the late Harvey and Clara (Callahan) Early. Maxine enjoyed Miniature collecting and was a graduate of Montoursville Area High School. In addition to her parents, preceding her in death were a son, Kim, and a brother, Larry Early. Surviving her is a son, Shawn P. (Dee) McConnel, of Berwick. A private family graveside service will be held Dec. 1, in...

Catherine L. (Hill) Orso, 81, of Williamsport, died Nov. 24, 2018, at Rose View Center. She was born Aug. 9, 1937, in Montoursville, a daughter of the late Edgar F., Sr. and Bessie (Scaife)  Hill. Surviving her is a siter, Shirley Flinkinger, and neices and nephews. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville.