Obituaries

Jan 2, 2026

Andrew B. Moss Sr., 88, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026. Andrew was born on September 29, 1937, in Norristown, the son of the late Lester P. and Mary (Davis) Moss. He married the former Betty J. Fulmer on Jan. 26, 1957, and celebrated over 68 years of marriage together.

Andrew worked as a foreman for the Uniform Tube’s Inc., Trappe,...

Dec 31, 2025

Jean Ardelle Herzing, 93, of Coudersport met her Lord and Savior December 31, 2025. She was a wife and mother of five children with many grandchildren and great grandchildren that enriched her life. She was a long-time member of the Gospel Tabernacle church. Her hobbies included riding horse's, bird watching, cooking and baking. She was an accomplished self-taught artist that...

Dec 23, 2025

Mary Esther Holmberg, 53, of Coudersport, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at her home after an extended illness. She was born in Coudersport on October 12, 1972, the daughter of the late Jacob Frombach and Naomi (Minor) Frombach of Coudersport. She married Jason Holmberg on December 18, 1999, and recently celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary.



Esther was a graduate of...

Dec 19, 2025

Alwin "Dutch" Ingalls passed away December 19th at UPMC Cole surrounded by his loved ones following a brief battle with Cancer. Dutch will be remembered for his gentle nature, devotion to his family, and love of music.

He was born in Coudersport on September 14, 1957, the son of the late Alwin D. Ingalls and Patricia M. (Barber) Ingalls of Coudersport....

Dec 5, 2025

John E. Clay, 74, of Coudersport, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025, at UPMC - Cole. He was born in Lebanon on January 4, 1951, the son of the late John H. and Treva S. (Weimer) Clay.

John worked for the H.B. Reese Candy Company, Hershey. He was also a carpenter and enjoyed building things. He also enjoyed time with his...

Dec 2, 2025

Marlene M. Reph, 86, of Coudersport, PA, passed away December 2, 2025, at Sweden Valley Manor. She was born on March 30, 1939, in Aquashicola, PA. Marlene worked at Chestnut Ridge Turkey Farm, and for Scotties Fashions, retiring in 2002. She loved playing cards with her friends, putting together puzzles and spending time with her family.

Marlene is survived by three...

Nov 28, 2025

Charmaine Ruth Royer, 83, of Coudersport, passed away Friday, November 28, 2025, at her home. She was born in Lancaster on November 18, 1942, the daughter of the late Chedwicke and Alice Mae (Beck) Hawke. She married Larry E. Royer on Feb. 24, 1962.

Charmaine enjoyed dancing, knitting, cooking, going to the beach, and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren...

Nov 25, 2025

Allen Paul Faulstick, 73, of Coudersport, passed away Tuesday November 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. He was born November 23, 1952, in Stroudsburg, PA to Fred and Margaret (Williams) Faulstick. On June 4, 1994, he married Linda Rodgers, with whom he shared 30 years of marriage. Allen was a mechanic and had worked at Kightlinger Motors and...

Nov 21, 2025

Dave K. Lush, of Coudersport, died at his home on November 21, 2025, with his wife holding him, family and the Hospice Chaplin praying over him. He was born on November 15, 1958, the son of the late Frank Lush and Inez Lush, who survives.

Dave graduated from Galeton High School, Class of 1977, and received his BS in science from...

Nov 5, 2025

John Patrick Amato, 87, of Coudersport, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.

John was born on January 9, 1938 in Philadelphia, the son of the late Joseph Amato and Louise (Lucarella) Amato. He is the husband of Agnes McGlinchey Amato and have shared 36 years together.

John enjoyed old movies and listening to music.

In addition to his...

Oct 16, 2025

Rosemarie Greitl Reese, 89, of Coudersport, PA passed away on October 16th, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Munich, Germany on September 17th, 1936, he daughter of Wilhelm and Marie Wurm Greitl and stepfather Jakob Grietl.

In Munich she married Fordyce “Al” Reese Sr. on September 5th, 1958. After his military career ended, they settled in Coudersport for the...

Oct 9, 2025

Florence E. (Haynes) Rossman, 92, of Coudersport passed away Thursday October 9, 2025, in her home, surrounded by family.  She was born March 5, 1933, in Gardeau, to Chester and Ethel (Pelchey) Haynes.  She worked for a time at Sylvania in Emporium, and on October 19, 1952, she married Joseph Gaberseck with whom she shared forty-six years of marriage...

Sep 10, 2025

Thomas F. Faust, 74, of Coudersport passed away Wednesday September 10, 2025, at UPMC Cole. He was born at home October 4, 1950, in Perkiomenville PA to James William and Doris Ella (Hunter) Faust. On February 17, 1981 he married the love of his life Sharon Chapman whom he shared 44 years of devoted marriage. Thomas was a hard...

Aug 27, 2025

Donald Evans (Don) Kelsey, 94, of Coudersport died on August 27, 2025, at home.

He was born on August 2, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio to Wayne E (Tom) Kelsey and Marguerite Young Kelsey.

He married Marguerite (Peggy) Boden on August 16, 1958, in Chester, who died on November 15, 2020, after 62 years of marriage....

Aug 22, 2025

Amy Mosch Buttery, 68, of Coudersport, passed away on August 22, 2025, at home.  She was born in Coudersport, PA on April 29, 1957, to Dr. George and Doris Mosch.

Amy was a graduate of Coudersport High School and of Penn State University.  She worked at UPMC Cole for 37 years as a medical social worker.  She...

Aug 20, 2025

Phyllis Ruth (Turner) Dow was born on October 30, 1943, in Buffalo, New York. After her father, Willis Turner returned from WWII, he and his wife, Ruth (Hooftallen) and their new daughter returned to Austin, PA where she attended the local school, graduating in 1961. On July 31, 1965, she married Douglas M. Dow, also of Austin. Although Phyllis...

Aug 20, 2025

Sandra Chang, 87, of Coudersport, formerly of Alexandria, VA,  passed away on Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025 at UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport.  She was born on March 23, 1938 in Seoul, Korea.  She is survived by hers sons: Hi (Angela) Chang of Coudersport; and David (Hyun) Chang of Pasadena, MD. A celebration of Sandra's life in Alexandria, VA may be...

Aug 15, 2025

John J. Petroski, 82, of Coudersport, passed away August 15, 2025 at Sweden Valley Manor following a brave battle with cancer.  He was born March 24, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA to John and Fannie (Szlachta) Petroski.  He graduated from high school, served two years in the US Army, and worked in many vocations, ultimately with Pure Carbon in Coudersport. ...

Jul 26, 2025

David Lee Apple, 83, of Austin, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.  He was born on February 2, 1942, in Dayton, OH, the son of the late Virginia (Guy) Apple.  He is the husband of Isleta M. (Weaks) Apple.

David is a graduate of Kiser High School, Dayton and worked for Platt...

Jul 3, 2025

Paul Russell Fero, 73, of Austin, PA, passed away July 3, 2025, at his residence.  He was born June 8, 1952, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Paul W. and Mary (Defalca) Fero.  Shortly before his birth, Paul’s father passed away.  Paul’s mother remarried, and he was raised by her and his step-father Edward Losiewicz.  After leaving school, Paul served his...