All Obituaries

Elizabeth H. Dennen, 84, died Thursday morning November 14, 2019 at her home.  Born in Chester County on December 4, 1934, she was the daughter of Thomas and Alice Hickey.  She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lycoming College in 1956 and a Masters Degree from Bloomsburg State College.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, John E. Dennen.  She is survived by her children, Michael Dennen, Dr. Timothy Dennen, Colleen Dennen-Stanley,...

Pamela M. Neitz, 53, of Watsontown, earned her angel wings and went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at her home. Born March 1, 1966 in Muncy, she was the daughter of the late Frederick C. Neitz and Caryl A. (Fogelman) Reynolds. She was a 1984 graduate of Warrior Run High School and had been employed by West Pharmaceutical for over ten years, and later at Lingle’s Grocery Store in Watsontown, Wish Upon A Star Daycare of Watsontown, and most...

Clarence E. “Smokie” “Popeye” Bruch, 77, of Muncy, formerly of Turbotville, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019 at UPMC Skilled Nursing Unit, Muncy. Born December 14, 1941 in Danville, he was the son of the late Lawrence E. and Rosie I. (Bomboy) Bruch.  He was married to the former Patricia Kersetter until her passing on July 5, 1975.  He then married the former Lenna B. Shoemaker on August 9, 1986 and they celebrated 33 years of...

Harry M. Hoffman, 74, of Muncy, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at UPMC Skilled Nursing Unit, Muncy. Born January 14, 1945 in Muncy, he was the son of the late Cline W. Hoffman Sr. and Mildred (Phillips) Hoffman. He enjoyed gardening, playing bingo, and farming with his father on the family farm. Harry is survived by his two brothers:  Alvin L. Hoffman and his wife Jane, of Muncy, and Clifford B. Hoffman and his wife Nancy, of Muncy; his sister: Rose Previc, of...

Doris M. LeVan, 89, formerly of Turbotville Road, Watsontown passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at Brookdale Brushy Creek Assisted Living in Greer, South Carolina where she had been residing.  She was born September 3, 1930 in Milton, a daughter of the late John Daniel and Katherine D. (Markle) Smith. Doris graduated from Milton High School in 1948.  She married Myron LeVan in 1950 and they were happily married for 67 years before he passed in May 2018.  Doris worked...

Weston L. Hastings, 72, of White Deer, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg. He was born March 10, 1947 in Caroline, Maryland. He was the son of the late Robert L. and Florence I. (Hutson) Hastings.   Weston is survived by his companion of 20 plus years, Florence E. Shemory.  Services and burial will take place at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brooks Funeral Home & Cremation Svc PC, 124...

David W. Shearer, 66, of Mifflinburg, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2019 at Evangelical Community Hospital with his family by his side.  Born December 21, 1952 in Lewisburg, he was the son of the late William T. and Clara M. (Hagerman) Shearer. He was a 1970 graduate of Milton High School and had worked at International Paper and retired from Milton Transportation this past June. He was a charter member of the Buffalo Valley Two-Cylinder Club, a member...

Charles M. “Bud” Erdman, 78, of Coal Township, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2019 at Geisinger Hospice at Maria Hall, Danville. Born November 11, 1940 in Ashland, he was the son of E. Marie (Schleig) Erdman and the late Charles M. Erdman.  On July 26, 1969 he married the former Patricia J. Backes and they celebrated 41 years of marriage until her passing on August 13, 2010. Bud was a 1958 graduate of Coal Township High School.  In November 1958 he entered...

Larry R. “Ray” Murray, 84, of Watsontown, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2019 at Watsontown Health & Rehabilitation Center. Born March 31, 1935 in Wilson, North Carolina, he was the son of the late George and Lanie (Langston) Murray.   Ray served honorably in the United States Army for 3 years. During his working years, he worked for several of the Union Trucking Companies, locally.  He enjoyed old cars, Nascar, and listening to Elvis. Also, Ray...

Cyrus H. Huff, 70, of Main St., Watsontown, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at his home. Born September 25, 1949 in Williamsport, he was the son of the late Laird W. and Kathryn (Stevenson) Huff.  Cyrus was a 1969 Graduate of Milton High School.  He then served in the US Army and was stationed at Fort Dix, New Jersey.  During his working years, he worked at various body shops throughout the area.   He was a member of the Watsontown American Legion...