The Obituary Section

Dorothy Moore

, Pennsylvania

Dorothy Arlene Plyler Moore 77 of Brookville PA passed away Sunday August 16 2026. Dorothy was born on June 29 1949 to the late Edgar George and Caroline Olive Plyler Lindenmuth in Beechwoods PA. She married Oscar Fredrick Moore on August 17 1966. She had a longterm partner William E. Sarvey who was a huge part in her and her childrens lives. Dorothy was a homemaker taking care of her family and home. She was a loving mother and always cared for others before herself. Dorothy was a past member of the Firemans Club and Eagles both in Brookville. She may have been stubborn but she would do anything for anyone. She loved her cat Precious. Dorothy enjoyed sewing crafting and painting ceramics. She was an avid reader and enjoyed reading her cat Precious magazines and the newspaper and she enjoyed cooking and baking. Dorothy is survived by five children…

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Helen Himes

, Pennsylvania

Helen Ruth Dungey Himes 91 of Reynoldsville PA passed away on Wednesday August 12 2026 while a resident at Colonial Courtyard in Clearfield PA. Helen was born on July 15 1935 to the late Francis and Annie Osyten Dungey in DuBois PA. She worked at Reynoldsville Casket Company for many years until retirement. Helen married the love of her life Elton Himes on August 10 1957 in DuBois. After just celebrating their 69th wedding anniversary Elton survives her. Helen was a member of the Church of Our Savior in DuBois. She loved ceramics making many keepsakes for her family and friends. In addition to her husband Helen is survived by two children Forrest Dasunee Himes and Kim Philip Engle eight grandchildren Jessica Kulbatsky Karl Kulbatsky Kristen Kulbatsky Santi Runaroon Brandy Himes Thomas Himes Chelsea Engle Zackery Engle eight greatgrandchildren Jerzy Kulbatsky Neeko ODell Mallory Kulbatsky Owen Kulbatsky Evelyn Kulbatsky Brock…

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Bruce Hiles

, Pennsylvania

January 9, 1973

Bruce William Hiles 53 of Reynoldsville PA passed away on Friday August 14 2026 while a patient at Penn Highlands DuBois. Bruce was born on January 10 1973 to the late William and Martha Bell Buterbaugh Hiles in DuBois. He graduated from DuBois Area High School with the Class of 1991 and the Hunters Safety Course that he was most proud of. He worked most recently as a Well Tender. Bruce is survived by one daughter Payton Ann Hiles one brother John David Missy Hiles three nieces Kimberly Hiles Julie Jake Platt Tessa Hiles one nephew Johny Hiles cousins Lynn and Lisa Love as well as numerous family and friends. His beloved special childhood friends Brian Lenkerd and Molly OBryonWelpott were never far from Bruce his entire life. His neighbors especially Dr. Jim OBryon meant the world to him. In addition to his parents Bruce was preceded in passing by…

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Judith "Judy" Copelli

, Pennsylvania

Judith Judy A. Copelli 88 of Reynoldsville PA went to be with her Lord on Monday August 3 2026 while a patient at Penn Highlands DuBois in DuBois PA. Judy was born on March 8 1938 to the late Samuel O. and Christine A. Hetrick Stumpf in Reynoldsville. She graduated from Reynoldsville High School with the Class of 1956. Judy married the love of her life Richard A. Copelli he preceded her in passing on October 11 2000. She worked in the cafeteria at Brockway High School as a cashier for 25 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in DuBois where she helped with Sunday School. Judith was an avid Steelers and Pirate fan. She enjoyed taking care of her yard. Judith loved to spend time with the children that her daughterinlaw Beverly babysat over the years. She was known as Grandma Judy to all and…

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Frank Coon

, Pennsylvania

Frank Everette Coon 69 of Sigel PA passed away during the morning hours of Friday August 14 2026 while a patient at Penn Highlands Brookville Hospital. Frank was born on September 20 1956 to the late John Everette and Betty Jane Yoder Coon in Brookville. He graduated from Brookville Area High School with the Class of 1974. He was a truck driver for life driving for over 40 years. He worked for Ruan Trucking Keys ATV Barber Trucking OST as well as drove for the pipeline for several years. In his younger years he was a Sigel Volunteer Fireman and attended St. Dominics Catholic Church. Frank was a simple guy. He loved vehicles all different types of cars and trucks. He enjoyed traveling and trips to the casino. He also enjoyed having a good cigarette. Frank is survived by three children Nicole Guigma Matthew Coon and Justin Emily Coon three…

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Allan Klebacha

, Pennsylvania

August 16, 2026

Allan Leroy Klebacha 79 of Reynoldsville PA passed away on August 17 2026 while a patient at Penn Highlands DuBois. Allan was born on September 11 1946 to the late Julian and Anna May Baun Klebacha in DuBois. He graduated from Reynoldsville High School. Allan proudly served with the United States Army as a SP5 and an Army Corps. of Engineering. He worked for Symmco for 30 years until retirement. Allan married the love of his life Cinda Lou Henninger on April 20 1968 in Reynoldsville Cinda preceded him in passing on April 17 2026. Allan was a member of the American Legion 392 Fraternal Order of Eagles 540 and the Masonic Lodge all in Reynoldsville. Allan was a simple guy who loved life. He enjoyed going for walks and always having something to eat. He loved to share popcorn with his grandkids. He spent time coloring Easter eggs and…

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Lisa Mckinney

, Pennsylvania

Her pastimes included playing SkipBo card game hanging out with her best friends and working at Goodwill. Her survivors include her son Brandon Grady her daughters Jamila Grady and Satara Robert Nelson her grandchildren Jayden Phoenix Ariana Corran and Blake her 4 brothers and 3 sisters and her best friends Elizabeth Huff Melissa Castro and Marla Ball. Furlong Funeral Home 50 Broad St. Summerville had the honor of being entrusted with the final arrangements for Ms. McKinney. Friends and family may leave online condolences light a memorial candle share a memory and obtain additional information by visiting www.furlongfuneralhome.com.

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Josephine Thompson

, Pennsylvania

Born on June 23 1932 in Sykesville PA she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Damico DePillo. Besides her husband she is survived by two daughters Kim Tom Anderson and Tammy Bill Douthit of Stump Creek PA three grandchildren Alicia Travis Tucker of Stump Creek PA Katrina Jeremy Harriger of Reynoldsville PA and Aaron Carly Douthit of Wexford PA seven greatgrandchildren McKenzie Tucker Reagan Douthit Camden Harriger Elias Douthit Tori Harriger Louella Douthit and McKayla Tucker. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Josephine was a member of the Holy Spirit ABVM Church in Sykesville. She enjoyed doing work for the church baking scratching lottery tickets going to the casino shopping and most of all spending time with her family. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Tony DePillo and four sisters Mary Ohls Celia Padgett Rose Heffner and…

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Randall "Randy" Smyers

, Pennsylvania

Randall Randy Drew Smyers passed away on the Fourth of July in Sykesville PA. He was born May 21 1950 in DuBois PA the son of Ken and Madelyn Smyers. In his youth he was quite mischievous he had been a student at Central Catholic High and decided it would be amusing if he put sulfur dioxide in the school venting system which prompted evacuation of students and a quick exit from CCHS and a transfer to DuBois Area High School. After graduating he traveled the United States. He was especially impressed with the White Mountains in New Hampshire and hoped to retire there as it fit his hobbies of bicycling photography and hiking. Randy excelled academically and had several degrees of higher learning from Penn State University graduating with two masters Degrees one in Clinical Psychology and the other in Criminal Psychology. He moved to Philadelphia after being offered…

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Pamela Vesnesky

, Pennsylvania

Pamela G. Vesnesky 66 Brookville passed away Saturday August 8 2026 at Penn Highlands in Brookville. She was born November 15 1959 in DuBois. A daughter of the late Guy State Della Gelnett Solida. She is a graduate of DuBois Area H.S. and had worked as a Supervisor at CJ Packing and Shipping Company. She enjoyed gardening traveling camping and shooting guns. Pamela leaves behind three children Matthew Tabby Solida of DuBois Mason Ashley Solida of Brookville and Adam Lindsey Vesnesky of Clearfield her longtime boyfriend Larry Todd Sarvey of Brookville a brother Joseph Solida of DuBois 12 grandchildren and 16 greatgrandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Leo Nedza Funeral Home of DuBois. Online condolences can be made at www.nedzafamilyfuneralhomes.com . To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Pamela G. Solida Vesnesky please visit our

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Helen Himes

, Pennsylvania

Helen Ruth Dungey Himes 91 of Reynoldsville PA passed away on Wednesday August 12 2026 while a resident at Colonial Courtyard in Clearfield PA. Helen was born on July 15 1935 to the late Francis and Annie Osyten Dungey in DuBois PA. She worked at Reynoldsville Casket Company for many years until retirement. Helen married the love of her life Elton Himes on August 10 1957 in DuBois. After just celebrating their 69th wedding anniversary Elton survives her. Helen was a member of the Church of Our Savior in DuBois. She loved ceramics making many keepsakes for her family and friends. In addition to her husband Helen is survived by two children Forrest Dasunee Himes and Kim Philip Engle eight grandchildren Jessica Kulbatsky Karl Kulbatsky Kristen Kulbatsky Santi Runaroon Brandy Himes Thomas Himes Chelsea Engle Zackery Engle eight greatgrandchildren Jerzy Kulbatsky Neeko ODell Mallory Kulbatsky Owen Kulbatsky Evelyn Kulbatsky Brock…

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Judith "Judy" Copelli

, Pennsylvania

Judith Judy A. Copelli 88 of Reynoldsville PA went to be with her Lord on Monday August 3 2026 while a patient at Penn Highlands DuBois in DuBois PA. Judy was born on March 8 1938 to the late Samuel O. and Christine A. Hetrick Stumpf in Reynoldsville. She graduated from Reynoldsville High School with the Class of 1956. Judy married the love of her life Richard A. Copelli he preceded her in passing on October 11 2000. She worked in the cafeteria at Brockway High School as a cashier for 25 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in DuBois where she helped with Sunday School. Judith was an avid Steelers and Pirate fan. She enjoyed taking care of her yard. Judith loved to spend time with the children that her daughterinlaw Beverly babysat over the years. She was known as Grandma Judy to all and…

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Frank Coon

, Pennsylvania

Frank Everette Coon 69 of Sigel PA passed away during the morning hours of Friday August 14 2026 while a patient at Penn Highlands Brookville Hospital. Frank was born on September 20 1956 to the late John Everette and Betty Jane Yoder Coon in Brookville. He graduated from Brookville Area High School with the Class of 1974. He was a truck driver for life driving for over 40 years. He worked for Ruan Trucking Keys ATV Barber Trucking OST as well as drove for the pipeline for several years. In his younger years he was a Sigel Volunteer Fireman and attended St. Dominics Catholic Church. Frank was a simple guy. He loved vehicles all different types of cars and trucks. He enjoyed traveling and trips to the casino. He also enjoyed having a good cigarette. Frank is survived by three children Nicole Guigma Matthew Coon and Justin Emily Coon three…

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Bruce Hiles

, Pennsylvania

January 9, 1973

Bruce William Hiles 53 of Reynoldsville PA passed away on Friday August 14 2026 while a patient at Penn Highlands DuBois. Bruce was born on January 10 1973 to the late William and Martha Bell Buterbaugh Hiles in DuBois. He graduated from DuBois Area High School with the Class of 1991 and the Hunters Safety Course that he was most proud of. He worked most recently as a Well Tender. Bruce is survived by one daughter Payton Ann Hiles one brother John David Missy Hiles three nieces Kimberly Hiles Julie Jake Platt Tessa Hiles one nephew Johny Hiles cousins Lynn and Lisa Love as well as numerous family and friends. His beloved special childhood friends Brian Lenkerd and Molly OBryonWelpott were never far from Bruce his entire life. His neighbors especially Dr. Jim OBryon meant the world to him. In addition to his parents Bruce was preceded in passing by…

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Dorothy Moore

, Pennsylvania

Dorothy Arlene Plyler Moore 77 of Brookville PA passed away Sunday August 16 2026. Dorothy was born on June 29 1949 to the late Edgar George and Caroline Olive Plyler Lindenmuth in Beechwoods PA. She married Oscar Fredrick Moore on August 17 1966. She had a longterm partner William E. Sarvey who was a huge part in her and her childrens lives. Dorothy was a homemaker taking care of her family and home. She was a loving mother and always cared for others before herself. Dorothy was a past member of the Firemans Club and Eagles both in Brookville. She may have been stubborn but she would do anything for anyone. She loved her cat Precious. Dorothy enjoyed sewing crafting and painting ceramics. She was an avid reader and enjoyed reading her cat Precious magazines and the newspaper and she enjoyed cooking and baking. Dorothy is survived by five children…

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Allan Klebacha

, Pennsylvania

August 16, 2026

Allan Leroy Klebacha 79 of Reynoldsville PA passed away on August 17 2026 while a patient at Penn Highlands DuBois. Allan was born on September 11 1946 to the late Julian and Anna May Baun Klebacha in DuBois. He graduated from Reynoldsville High School. Allan proudly served with the United States Army as a SP5 and an Army Corps. of Engineering. He worked for Symmco for 30 years until retirement. Allan married the love of his life Cinda Lou Henninger on April 20 1968 in Reynoldsville Cinda preceded him in passing on April 17 2026. Allan was a member of the American Legion 392 Fraternal Order of Eagles 540 and the Masonic Lodge all in Reynoldsville. Allan was a simple guy who loved life. He enjoyed going for walks and always having something to eat. He loved to share popcorn with his grandkids. He spent time coloring Easter eggs and…

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Robert A. Harvey Jr.

, Pennsylvania

Robert A. Bob Harvey Jr. age 63 a Dagus Mines Road Kersey PA resident died on Monday August 10 2026 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh PA. Born on April 18 1963 in St Marys PA he was the son of the late Robert A. Harvey Sr. and Donna Dowie Harvey who survives and lives in Kersey PA. Retired Bob had been employed at Dinsmore Welding and Fabrication in Kersey where he was employed as a welder. Bob was a true outdoors man enjoying hunting fishing camping and rattlesnake hunting. Lately he discovered the joys of riding his eBike and literally rode all around the Kersey area. In addition to his mother he is also survived by sons Bryan Brittany Harvey of Brockport Brad Harvey of Ridgway sisters Stacey Dan Troha of Kersey Shelly Chuck DeLullo of St Marys and Sue Kelly Waggoner of New York. He is also survived…

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Debra M. "Debi" Davis

, Pennsylvania

Debra M. Debi Davis age 69 of Shawmut Road Brockport PA died on Thursday August 13 2026 at her residence. Born on October 24 1956 in Ridgway PA she was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Irene Colgan Daughenbaugh. On June 25 2016 she was married to Raymond Ray Davis and he survives. Retired Debi had been employed in the Decorating Department at OIBrockway Glass for 34 years. She was a member of the Brockport United Methodist Church and often attended services at the Brockway Church of God. Debi was a member at the VFW Club in Crenshaw and the Horton Sportsmens Club. Perhaps her greatest trait was over the course of her entire life she was always taking care of others. This could be family friends or strangers. Other peoples well being was extremely important to her. Decorating her home for all of the holidays also brought her…

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Carl R. "Dick" Fiddler

, Pennsylvania

Carl Richard Dick Fiddler age 84 of Brockway PA passed away peacefully August 16 2026 at Penn Highlands Brookville with his loving wife beside him. Born on October 30 1941 in Brockway PA he was the son of the late Carl V. and Ruth Gorham Fiddler. On January 17 1965 he was married to his wife of 61 years Mary Ann Barraclough. She survives. Dick joined the Navy in 1960 and served 4 years active duty aboard the William C Lawe. He was serving during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Always being patriotic he also served in the Navy Reserves until 2025. He was a member of ParsonMarnati Post 3 95 of the American Legion in Brockway and served proudly on the Funeral Burial Honor Guard until his health prevented him. He began working at Brockway Glass Factory in 1965. He moved to the office division and worked in production planning…

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Joy Himes

, Pennsylvania

Hazel Joy Spare Himes age 92 a Swamp Run Road Brookville PA resident died peacefully on Saturday August 15 2026 at her home of 67 years surrounded by loved ones. Born on May 28 1934 in Heathville PA she was the daughter of the late Frank and Clara Strauser Spare. Joy attended grade school in Summerville PA and graduated from the Brookville High School. She met her beloved husband of 68 years on a blind double date Wayne Himes and he preceded her in death on August 8 2024. Retired Joy had been employed as a secretary until the time of her marriage and after led the life of a housewife homemaker and most importantly a mother. Joy was a kind soul with a heart of gold devoting her life to her family and God. Throughout the years she and Wayne opened their hearts and fostered around 20 children. she…

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Susan Switzer

, Pennsylvania

Susan L. Switzer age 77 a resident at Highland View Health Care in Brockway died on Friday August 7 2026. Born on February 22 1949 in DuBois PA she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Betty Cook Uplinger. On September 25 1976 she was married to Robert Bob Switzer and he preceded her in death on December 18 2023. Retired Sue had been employed as a Home Health Care Aid and she also worked for many many years at the Tasty Freeze in Brockway. She was a member at the Brockway Church of God. Sue enjoyed reading being out and spending time enjoying nature watching animals and wildlife and especially all of the cats and dogs she had over the years. She is survived by daughters Laura Monti Stratton of Bethel Park PA Rhonda Kendall Perrin Blose of DuBois a sister Audrey Fremer of Brockway a brother Michael…

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