When asked why he did this, he said, "I could say because I'm a great conservationist, but that's not true. He served our country before, during, and after World War II as a pilot, meteorologist and flight instrument instructor in the United States, Guam, Japan, and as a Base Commander at Baffin Island in the Arctic. Page left four daughters, Miss Ellen M. Page and Miss Ethel Page, both at home; Mrs. James W. Maynard, of thin city, and Mrs. Clarence E. Else, of Boston, Mass., and by three sons, F. W. Page, of New York city, John Page, of Philadelphia, and A. Thomas Page, of this city. The funeral will probably take place Friday afternoon. Born March 30, 1941 in Boston, Mass., she was a daughter of the late Merle and Helen (Killroy) Leiphart. The obituaries posted MUST pertain to Lycomimg County. Department of Veterans Affairs Death (Jersey Shore, Pa.) 1973-1974, Montoursville: Montoursville Echo. http://www.lyco.org/ElectedOfficials/RegisterandRecordersOffice.aspx 1021 Tucker street, Saturday afternoon. He was a gentleman of an exceedingly social disposition, and being possessed of a rich fund of information relating to public men and measures, and well read, his conversation was always instructive as well as interesting. U.S. Social Security Death Index 1935-2014 search this death index database of over 94 million records ; Charles M., of Milton, Pa.; Frances, at home, and Elmer L. Schuyler, editor of the Evening News. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1906-1912, Williamsport: Williamsport Press. Born July 27, 1906, in Pittsburgh, he lived in Asheville, N.C., Philadelphia, and Manhattan and Brooklyn, N.Y. before settling in Williamsport, the town his family had helped to establish. He made friends of all acquintances for he was a friend to all, a man without enemies, without reproach, for his life was upright. Rev. The Grand Army will form on Pine street south of Fourth. Interment at Wildwood. The St. Boniface society, of which Mr. Binder was a member, attended the services in a body. (Muncy, Pa.) 1946-Current, Muncy: Muncy Democrat. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Always and Forever Memorial Program, PO Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720. other records. 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These can include Lycoming County death certificates, local and Pennsylvania State death registries, and the National Death Index. Leona M. Dewalt. John was born in Williamsport on March 27, 1945, the first son to John E. Sr. and Frances L. (Sponhouse) Fischer. Flemington, Pa. David C. Gharet, 58, of Flemington passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 26, 2023. (Muncy, Pa.) 1841-1844, Muncy: Muncy Luminary. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1880-1880s, Williamsport: Sunday Grit. He was aged 75 years, 6 months and 9 days. Born July 7, 1941 in Lock Haven, he was the son of the late Garland R. and Virginia M. Frank Young. The formation will be as follows: Interment will follow in Park Cemetery, Canton. Nisbet, Pa. Robert H. Dougherty, 94, of Nisbet passed away at Rose View Center on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. Perform a free Lycoming County, PA public death records search, including death certificates, death indexes, deceased records, death registers & registries, obituaries, and death notices. The Knights of Columbus will form on Fourth street east of Pine. Williamsport Obituaries for past 30 days at legacy.com She had been employed earlier in life at Hall's Salvage, Swope's Fabric Store and as an activity director at Manor Care Health Services. Last year the Smithgalls purchased, repaired and donated the former First Methodist Church building in downtown Gainesville to The Arts Council. Born September 24, 1959, she was a daughter of Robert and Marilyn Leathers Ream. Mr. Eldred was county surveyor for six terms. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1872-1874, Williamsport: Semi-Weekly Gazette and Bulletin. He took the state examinations to be a qualified drug assistant, at Harrisburg, and then completed his training at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy where he was graduated. A few years later he retired from the business and had lived in the city ever since. Russell G. Klopp, 76, of Cogan Station died unexpectedly Saturday, January 5, 2019 at home. Williamsport, Pa. John E. Fischer, Jr., 77, of Williamsport died on February 27, 2023 at UPMC Williamsport. Obituary and Death Index Databases US Obituary Collection 1930-Current search millions of obituaries in hundreds of US newspapers Burial will be in the church cemetery. Born November 11, 1954, in Williamsport, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Patricia (Garvey) Vartenisian. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1868-1869, Williamsport: Lycoming Democrat. (Waterville, Pa.) 1930s-1930s, Williamsport: Breakfast Table. Schleh and Fred M. Chatham. Lycoming County Obituaries Place an Obituary In any newspaper and Legacy.com Sort By: Obituaries High Schools Colleges Newspapers Funeral Homes Locations Local obituaries for. The funeral announcement will be made later. Lycoming County Sheriffs Office Sheriff R. Mark Lusk Address 48 West 3rd Street, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 17701 Phone 570-327-2280 Fax 570-327-2366 Website Lycoming County Obituaries and Death Records at Genealogy Trails (Jersey Shore, Pa.) 1854-1857, Jersey Shore: Jersey Shore Republican. (Muncy, Pa.) 1939-1946, Muncy: Muncy Telegraph. YEICH Kenneth E. Yeich Sr., 10 a.m. Saturday, Washingtonville Lutheran Church. John was born in Renovo on December 31, 1927, a son of the late Joseph and Louise (Shulak) Burkhart. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1887-1907, Williamsport: Register. His earthly form was laid in New Oregon Cemetery, but his spirit dwells where pain and sorrow is not known. She was born July 12, 1944, the daughter of the late Lillian Myers. He had become fond of the area while in high school, and he and his family picnicked there often in later years. at echovita (Muncy, Pa.) 1831-1841, Muncy: Olive Branch. William, a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, educator, and public servant, is survived by his wife of 68 Donald R. Nibert, 80, of Upper Fairfield Township, passed away Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 in Charlotte, N.C. N Surnames He was also a champion diver and enjoyed classic motorcycles. Contact Us. Funeral at the Page undertaking establishment, services were in charge of the Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Search Montgomery obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. She was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, where she served as a William F. Bogart, 90, of Blossburg, went on to meet the master of the universe on March 2, 2023. Gazette & Bulletin, date unknown, [Submitted by Marlyn Stone] He also was a member of the Ross club. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1898-1899, Williamsport: Evening News. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to do so may make memorials to Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Ave. Webb Weekly is a family-oriented newspaper direct mailed to over 58,000 homes each week. (Jersey Shore, Pa.) 1887-1916, Jersey Shore: Morning Herald. (email contact for this family), The last sad rite over the remains of the late Miss Ella J. Tinsman, who died on Monday last, were observed yesterday afternoon by the interment of her remains in the beautiful Wildwood. Later, she earned an Associates Degree at the former Newport, Louise M. Prettyleaf, 86, of Williamsport, passed away Monday, Feb. 27, 2023 at UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport. At the close of the war he returned to Williamsport sometime in 1863 and accepted a position as chief telegraph operator under George Webb, who was then superintendent of the Catawissa railroad. 1021 Tucker street. 366 (email contact for this family). Third Street Plaza. (email contact for this family). A memorial service will be held at 4:00pm, Friday, August 23, 2002, at First Baptist Church. High 52F. The services were in charge of the Rev. Y Surnames County. (near Chipley). He loved family, hunting, sports, ice Eileen M. Boring, 89, passed away at Heritage Springs Memory Care in Muncy on Feb. 27, 2023. William C. Hogg. [ Kalin ] 10/15/1949: 54: Crouse Funeral Home Obituaries in Williamsport, PA Find a Grave Index 1600s-Current He was 51 years old. He was born May 28, in Lycoming county, PA, enlisted from that county, in Ferruary 1865 in Co. M. 16th Penn. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1887-1888, Williamsport: Lycoming Standard, and Williamsport General Advertiser. The cortege moved to the church from the house of Mrs. Mary J. Koehler, 234 Hughes street. Maurice A. 635 Lycoming street, died at 4 oclock Saturday morning from heart disease. (Williamsport [Pa.]) 1864-1911, Williamsport: West Branch Bulletin. Southern Sun Digital Media All Rights Reserved. Index 1850-2010, Copyright 2023 (Williamsport, Pa.) 1915-1922, Williamsport: Times. K Surnames (Williamsport, Pa.) 1869-1889, Williamsport: Weekly Sun and Banner. In 1867, he returned to this city and later purchased the saw mill of Alexander Davidson, on the South Side. The position was one of great responsibility, as he was entrusted with many of the important secrets of the war, as they passed through his hands and over the military telegraph lines. Chris was born on March 20th, 1965. Williamsport, PA (publisher/date unknown, probably July 1909)Deaths and Funerals. J Surnames beneficiaries who died between the years 1850 and 2010 Generally cloudy. Jersey Shore, Pa. Linda F. Hughes, 69, of Jersey Shore passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at her home surrounded by family. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Williamsport, Pennsylvania on facebook. County Office is not affiliated with any government agency. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA is assisting the family. Distressed at damage done to the stream and woods through neglect and abuse, Smithgall spent millions in restoration efforts, even taking out undesirable trees with a team of horses to lessen damage to the environment. It was while serving the government in this capacity that he became acquainted with many of the distinguished military men of that time, as well as senators and congressmen, and he could relate interesting reminiscences by the hour of the leading actors in that great drama. 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Born October 15, 1953, in Jersey Shore, she was a daughter of the late Clifton L. and Nancy C. (Mattern) Cohick. Elizabeth Burkhart - Civil Clerk (570) 327-2252 Leah Dawes - Assistant Supervisor (570) 327-2312. More information can be found online at wildwoodcemeterypa.com, or on Facebook as Wildwood Cemetery and Crematorium. Mr. Crandall is survived by nieces, Mrs. Warren (Janie) Erb and Jacqueline Crandall Kurtz of Williamsport; nephews, James Crandall Jr. of Williamsport and Bob Musko of Hackettstown, N.J., and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. Lycoming County, Pennsylvania obituaries, deaths, cemetery and (email contact for this family), Gazette & Bulletin, June 1, 1901, Page 6 - The funeral of the late Forest Tinsman occurred from the residence of his grandmother, Mrs. Margaret Tinsman, 139 East Third street at 3:30 o'clock Friday afternoon. Shirley will be sadly missed by her husband Charles, her son Michael Hocker and his wife Annette of Montana as well as her grandchildren, Sara, Cody and Erin Hocker. all records The family will greet friends in the foyer of the church after the service. search cemetery transcriptions for During the day a host ofsorrowing friends visited the last residence of the afflicted family to pay their last tribute of respect to the departed. Lycoming You must search substitute records to locate your ancestor's death date and place. From 1983 to 1994, he assembled some 5,500 acres in White County, along historic Dukes Creek, to develop as a conservation and preservation area. Funerals March 3, 2023 LOWMILLER Diane Marie. Peter Tinsman, one of the oldest pioneer lumberman of the West Branch Valley, died about 8 o'clock Tuesday evening at his home, 1020 Washington Street, at the age of 86 years. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1907-Current, Williamsport: Grit. Death and marriage notices may appear earlier. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Tinsman, of No. Find Lycoming County, Pennsylvania death records, and learn about the fees and process for requesting copies of certified death certificates. He was a founding member of the The American Air Museum in Britian (Duxford), a life member of the Retired Officer Association and also a member of the United States Air Force Museum at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, Eureka Lodge in Montrousville, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, American Legion and Loyalsock Creek Men's Club. On December 15, 1949, she married Robert E. McManigal, who survives. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1974-1981, Williamsport: Daily Banner. Brett Michael Diehl. ; Edwin J., of Baltimore, Md. Williamsport, PA Obituaries at tributes.com Christopher "Chris" J. Baier. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1955-1960, Williamsport: Williamsport News. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1876-1870s, Williamsport: Gazette and Bulletin. Index 1850-2010 over 14 million U.S. veterans and VA John was preceded in death by his loving wife and best friend, Mary, on December 5, 2019. Yes, flower arrangements are fulfilled and delivered by local florists from Montgomery. For more information on how to locate offline newspapers, see our article on Locating Offline Newspapers. Knight-Confer Funeral Home Obituaries in Williamsport, pA. Lycoming County, Simply browse the Williamsports obituaries listing you can find on this page or conduct a search on the web site with your loved ones name. Privacy Policy These can include Lycoming County death certificates, local and Pennsylvania State death registries, and the National Death Index. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1888-1889, Williamsport: Labor Record. He also was a strong supporter of Trinity church at Athens, which largely ones its existence to his energies. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. 2002 , O Surnames Creating an obituary on Echovita is free. I Surnames Obituaries were generally published in about 1890 or later, though in some areas they were printed previously. Don C. Minier Feb 27, 2023 Repasz Band Peace to her ashes, as she sleeps her last sleep. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1982-Current, Williamsport: Sunday Times. Mrs. Jane M'Reynolds Near Muncy, on the ult., Mrs. Jane M'Reynolds, consort of Mr. Andrew M'Reynolds, aged 62 years, 8 months and 28 days. in Williamsport, PA He was born in Bucks county in 1818 and was brother of Garrett Tinsman. Barry and Miss Maggie Barry, of Farrandayville, and Mr. J. Obituaries; March 3, 2023; John T. Burkhart, 95, of Williamsport passed away at The Gatehouse on Feb. 22, 2023. (Williamsport, Lycoming Co., Pa.) 1881-1890, Williamsport: West Branch Beobachter. V Surnames Generally cloudy. Williamsport, Pa. John T. Burkhart, 95, of Williamsport passed away at The Gatehouse on Feb. 22, 2023. Christopher "Chris" J. Baier Chris passed away in the early afternoon on Friday, August 26th as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. USA (1,373,456) > Pennsylvania (70,521) > Lycoming County (934) > Lycoming County Newspapers and Obituaries (105), USA (1,373,456) > Pennsylvania (70,521) > Pennsylvania Newspapers and Obituaries (7,373) > Lycoming County Newspapers and Obituaries (105). (Williamsport, Pa.) 1900-1955. The Column will more from the corner of Fourth and Pine street promptly at 2 pm., Sunday and will proceed to the residence, 223 Campbell street and escort the body to the Church of the Annunciation. A shower of rain or wet snow possible. Lycoming County obituaries, unlike death records, contain detailed information about the person's life - not just the name and date of death. Search church, cemetery and probate records in the area where the individual died to determine the death date for an individual. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Pennsylvania. A memorial church service will be given on Saturday, March 23 at 11:00am. Thousands of people die in Lycoming County each year, and most of these people are mentioned in local Pennsylvania obituaries. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1875-1881, Williamsport: Daily Gazette and Bulletin. USGenWeb Pennsylvania Archives, Lycoming County, (email contact for this family). October 12, 2022 (83 years old) View obituary. He also informed his parents that there were fire commissary stewards on the ship, and that his lieutenant had informed him that he expected noon to promote him to be chief steward. 2023 County Office. Lycoming County, Pennsylvania Genealogy Links over 50,000 links to genealogy databases including obituaries, cemeteries, death records. The pallbearers were: John Ramin, Edward Wurster, Joseph Springman and Harry Anderson. Jason L. Booth, 40, of Williamsport, died Friday, February 24, 2023, at his home. Mrs. Mary Schuyler, aged 86 years, 5 months and 8 days, died at 5:10 oclock last evening at the residence of her son, Elmer L. Schuyler, 512 West Edwin street. The funeral will take place on Monday afternoon, at 2 oclock. A fairly recent phenomenon is the archiving of these Lycoming County obituaries, first through microfilm, and then through online databases. -Name . His lonely widow mourns a kind devoted husband, the daughter a loving father. Yes, flower arrangements are fulfilled and delivered by local florists from Williamsport. M Surnames other records. However, we will be happy to accept obituaries from family members pending proper verification of the death. Visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. Obituaries & Newspapers Pennsylvania Williamsport Sun-Gazette Sun-Gazette 252 W 4th St Williamsport, Pennsylvania 17701 Lycoming County (570) 326-1551 Obituary Information Sun-Gazette - Online Newspaper Sun-Gazette Obituaries Local Newspaper Obituaries (Williamsport, Pa.) 1880s-1895, Williamsport: Citizen Press. Montgomery County: Lower Merion Historical Society Burial Records Search Sheffer giving comforting sermon. Theodore Beck, pastor of the East End Baptist church. Tax Assessment Office. The Courier Express Obituaries, this week, Loved ones may call on Sunday, March 5, 2023 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. 637 S.. (Williamsport, Lycoming Co., Pa.) 1838-1842, Williamsport: West-Branch Democrat. Pennsdale, Pa. Janet M. McManigal, 90, of Pennsdale went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 27, 2023 at the Celebration Villa of Loyalsock. Eldred died at the Williamsport hospital last Sunday afternoon after a short illness. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1877-1882, Williamsport: Sunday Breakfast Table. Being of a literary turn of mind he devoted some attention to the pursuit of letters and frequently contributed to the local press. She enjoyed crocheting and word search puzzles. His parents were natives of England and came to the United States in 1830, first settled in Baltimore, Md., and soon afterwards moved by wagon to Bradford, county. Montgomery, Pa. Bernard E. Morrison, 93, affectionately known as Bernie, beloved husband, father, and Pap, went to his heavenly home on February 22, 2023, just two months short of his 94th birthday. Muncy, Pa. Mary M. Kozak-Leiphart, 81, of Muncy died Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at her home. You can click this link to create an obituary. USGenNet Safe-Site Since July 12, 2005, searchable Williamsport Grit from 1892 to 1990. Loyalsock Township, Pa. Irene L. DeTato, 109 years young and one of the oldest living residents of Lycoming County, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at We Care at Loyalsock. in Cars. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. Box 13, Troy, PA 16947. South Williamsport, Pa. Emil T. Fischer, 66, of South Williamsport passed away on Feb. 20, 2023 at The Gatehouse. Obituaries in South Williamsport, PA Yes, simply click Add a photo located underneath the main photo of the obituary then upload the photos/videos you wish to share. CountyOffice.org does not provide consumer reports and is not a consumer reporting agency as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). http://www.lyco.org/Elected-Officials/Register-and-Recorders-Office In early life he learned the trade of a painter, which he followed for some time. (Jersey Shore, Pa.) 1860-1912, Jersey Shore: Jersey Shore Herald. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1801-1837, Williamsport: Lycoming Gazette. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1885-1890, Williamsport: Lycoming Advertiser. Lycoming County Register and Recorder's Office Website ([Williamsport, Pa.) 1893-1899, Williamsport: Weekly Gazette and Bulletin. He attended elementary schools in Florida, South Carolina and Tennessee, Marion Institute in Marion, Ala., Boys High School in Atlanta, and graduated from Gainesville High School in 1929. He was born on February 7, 1915 on Mountain Avenue in South Williamsport, the son of late Lawrence Atwood Tinsman and Clara Rosella Barry. Sharon Greene - Civil Clerk (570) 327-2219 . Perform a free Pennsylvania public death records search, including death certificates, death indexes, deceased records, death registers & registries, obituaries, and death notices. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. (Williamsport, Pa.) 1884-1887, Williamsport: Sunday Grit. over 50,000 links to genealogy databases Patricia attended Williamsport High School and was a Jason L. Booth, 40, of Williamsport, died Friday, February 24, 2023, at his home. View Lycoming County Register and Recorder's Office general information page, including address and phone number. Newspapers can be a treasure trove of information for your ancestors. Church, Jan. 14. Lycoming County Obituaries at Lycoming County Genealogy Project Surviving is her loving husband of 50 years, Richard C. Hughes. His health had been failing him for some years. Born Dec. 15, 1936, in Williamsport, she was a daughter of the late Peter J. and Helen V. (Rucinski) Jean. The obituaries posted MUST pertain to Lycomimg County. W.C. Hanning, pastor of St. Paul's Lutheran. (Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pa.) 1891-1900, Montoursville: Montoursville Monitor. Soon after the breaking out of the war he removed to Washington again, where he was given an appointment in the war department, and being an expert telegraph operator, was soon assigned to the position of operator in the war office, which he filled to the entire satisfaction of Secretary Stanton. R Surnames Shirley was the wife of Charles Hocker and he survives. Smithgall had served his church and community in the following capacities: deacon and Sunday school teacher at First Baptist Church; trustee emeritus of Brenau University and Gainesville College; member of the board of regents of the University System of Georgia; member of the Georgia Tech National Advisory Board, Joint Tech-Georgia Development Fund; trustee of the Georgia Tech National Alumni Association; and member of the Governor's Commission to Education.