The Obituary Section

William Smith

, Pennsylvania

March 30, 2026

William A. Bill Smith 65 of Williamsport PA passed away on March 31 2026 following a brief illness with pancreatic cancer. He was born on September 21 1960 in Williamsport to the late Leo Smith and Louise McCloskey Smith. Bill is survived by his wife Lori Perry Smith his son and daughterinlaw Nathan and Tasha Liddic and his grandchildren Xavier Angel Malachi Aubrey and Noah Liddic. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Lynn Smith his sister Sandy Simmons and his grandson Oliver Liddic. Bill graduated from Williamsport Area High School in 1978 and was a member of New Covenant United Church of Christ. He married Lori Liddic and together they would have celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary on October 29 2026. Bill left behind a legacy of creativity showmanship and community involvement. For more than three decades he was the founder and creative force…

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Helen Yorke

, Pennsylvania

Born on April 6 1942 she was raised in the Bronx but chose to raise her own family in Park Ridge New Jersey. She worked at Metropolitan Life Insurance Company for over 30 years as an Administrator and then eventually as a supervisor of her division. Helen will be remembered by a single quote My last name is Yorke with an e which means excellence in everything I do. She is survived by her two daughters Denise Taylor Scott of Williamsport and Lisa Palacios of Suffern NY two granddaughters Heather Marshall of Miami FL and Brittany Smith of Pine Bush NY four stepgrandchildren Joseph Lauren Lindsey and Julia Taylor. She was preceded in death by her six siblings Peter George Dora Pauline Ruby and Christine as well as her parents Harry and Mary Neckles Moundas. A funeral service to honor Helens life will be held 630 p.m. Tuesday April 7…

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Rev. Edgar Manns

, Pennsylvania

Rev. Edgar L. Manns 19452026 passed away peacefully at Hillside Senior Living. He went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 28 after a long illness. Born in Scranton PA to Carl Lester Manns and Theresia Katherin Klein he was very active in Youth for Christ singing in a touring quartet called Men of Triumph. He attended Toccoa Falls College in Georgia meeting his first wife at a church where he served as music director. He also served as the college plumber for several years. Edgar pastored several churches in North Carolina Pennsylvania and New York state with the Christian and Missionary Alliance for 50 years. Known by many children as Uncle Edgar he introduced them to Christ through gospel magic and storytelling at camps and vacation Bible schools. He is survived by his second wife Susan his brother Irwin his daughter Erin Muthler four grandchildren…

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Frederick Heck

, Pennsylvania

March 24, 2026

Frederick R. Heck 71 0f 450 Center St. Williamsport PA passed away on March 25 2026 at UPMC Williamsport. Born in Morris PA on October 18 1954 he was the son of the late Gerald and Jetta Borden Heck. He is survived by two daughters Veda Dimon and Belinda Harris both of Opelika Alabama.

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Elery Dougherty

, Pennsylvania

Elery Newton Dougherty known lovingly to family and friends as "Newt" passed away peacefully on March 27 2026 at the age of 93 in Jersey Shore the same community where his story began. Born on September 23 1932 in Jersey Shore Newt lived a full and meaningful life rooted in family hard work and quiet devotion. In 1951 Newt answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Air Force where he served honorably until 1955. It was during his military service while stationed in Newfoundland Canada that he met the love of his life Hilda Sainsbury. The two married and built a life together that spanned an incredible 69 years. Their union was blessed with three sons and many beloved grandchildren. After his time in the Air Force Newt returned home and built a solid career in the Jersey Shore area. He worked for years…

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Joyce Davis

, Pennsylvania

Joyce E. Davis 80 of Linden passed away Friday March 27th2026 at home surrounded by family. She shared a devoted and enduring marriage with her beloved husband Stephen Davis who survives her. Born March 8th 1946 in Altoona PA she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Martha Wadman. She was preceded in death by her grandson Dillion Smith and brother David Wadman. Joyce was a beloved wife mother grandmother greatgrandmother and friend to all. Her greatest gift was being mimi to everyone around her. She adored her grandchildren greatly. She was known for her kind nature and often prayed for everyone daily. Joyce shared a beautiful life with her husband Steve. Steve and Joyce observed their 50th wedding anniversary in August of 2025. She found joy in the presence of her dogs Mugga Max and Jackson. Her dogs were her loyal companions. Joyce favorite way to pass time…

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Phyllis Phillips

, Pennsylvania

Phyllis M. (Reed) Phillips death notice and obituary, Tuesday March 24, 2026. Hughesville Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc. Hughesville, PA 17737

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Andrea Frost

, Pennsylvania

Andrea P. (Howell) Frost death notice and obituary, Thursday March 26, 2026. Hughesville Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc. Hughesville, PA 17737

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William Andrews

, Pennsylvania

With great sadness we must announce the passing of William Rodney Andrews who departed this life on March 22nd 2026. William went by several names depending on who was speaking to him. Many including his wife and family called him Rod others called him Bill but to his two daughters he was simply Dad. Born of Evan Andrews and Martha Heltman Andrews Rod spent most of his life tending to the family farm in Loganton first as a dairy farm and later raising beef cattle. He graduated from Sugar Valley High School in 1969. He briefly enlisted in the National Guard but returned home due to his father suffering from illness. As well as his farm life Rod also worked for Piper and later for R.W. Bird Trucking out of Pleasant Gap driving tractortrailer. After retirement he spent most of his time on the farm. Later in life he used…

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