Lester Paul "Pete" Mathieson
May 18, 2025
Lester Paul “Pete” Mathieson Sr., 63, of Jackson Center, PA, passed away at his residence on May 18, 2025. Pete was born on September 3, 1961 to the late Robert and Sadie Mathieson.
Pete was a simple man. He enjoyed his home, his friends and family, and riding his four-wheeler. He liked to watch old western shows and listen to old...
Janice Mary Kimmel
May 17, 2025
Janice Mary Kimmel, originally of Sandy Lake, died at 8:54 p.m. Saturday (May 17 th , 2025) at Wesbury. She was 91.
Janice was born December 30, 1933, in Black Ash, Pennsylvania, to Floyd E. and Exie M. (Hollabaugh) Brown. She was a 1952 graduate of Randolph High School. She was employed as a library aide at Oakview Elementary School (Stoneboro,...
Dorothy Jean Raby
May 16, 2025
Dorothy “Dot” J. (Miller) Raby, 101, of Grove City, passed away at her son-in-law’s home on May 16, 2025. Dorothy was born to Elmer and Mildred Miller on January 21, 1924, in Franklin, PA. Dorothy obtained her GED and attended nursing school to receive the licensure to become an LPN at Bashline Hospital. Dorothy also worked as a telephone operator...
Brian D. Shindledecker
May 15, 2025
Brian D. Shindledecker, 50, of Sandy Lake, PA, passed away on May 15, 2025.
Brian was born on December 15, 1974, to Brigette and Daniel Shindledecker.
Robert E. "Bob" Plants
May 15, 2025
Robert (Bob) Eugene Plants, 81, of Mercer, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 15, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on August 11, 1943 in Mercer, PA, Bob was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to many who will miss him dearly.
Bob was the son of Andrew Seman & Lillian Carter Plants and grew up in Sandy Lake, PA....
Barbara J. Crady
May 15, 2025
Barbara J. Crady, age 68, of Chillicothe, IL and formerly of Conneaut Lake passed away Thursday morning May 15, 2025, at Kadima Rehabilitation and Nursing at New Wilmington.
She was born in Pekin, IL on June 12, 1956, a daughter of Norman and Doris (Keen) Bolson.
She enjoyed crocheting and camping.
She is survived by two sons, Brent Crady and his wife Virginia...
Ruth Anne Ahl
May 15, 2025
Ruth Anne Ahl, age 77, of Meadville passed away Thursday morning May 15, 2025, in Meadville Medical Center.
She was born in Ashtabula, OH on October 12, 1947, and was a daughter of Millard and Evelyn (Reiser) King.
She was a 1965 graduate of Union City High School and on March 10, 1973, Ruth married Martin D. Ahl, he survives. She was...
Vicky Lynn Baker
May 12, 2025
Vicky Lynn Baker, age 70, one of the most kind and gentle souls on Earth, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025, following a 17-year hard-fought battle with cancer.
Vicky brought positive energy wherever she went, finding the good in every person and situation. She fiercely and courageously fought to overcome her illness while continuing to care for and lift those...
Robert A. Crago
May 10, 2025
Robert A. Crago, age 80, of Guys Mills passed away on Saturday afternoon May 10, 2025, in Meadville Medical Center TCU after an extended illness.
He was born on March 13, 1945, the son of J. Adam and Mildred (Hoyt) Crago.
Bob graduated from Randolph East Mead High in 1963. On June 10, 1966, Bob married his high school sweetheart Janet Walter,...
Emmerson Quinn Buckley
2025
Emmerson Quinn Buckley of Stoneboro, was born silent into the world on May 9, 2025 at UPMC Horizon – Shenango Valley.
Emmerson is the beloved daughter of Jade and Cody Buckley both of Stoneboro, little sister to Lucas Buckley of Stoneboro, and grandson to Donna & Jim Foster of Utica and Mark Buckley of Stoneboro and Sheila Buckley-Sherman of Polk. Emmerson...
Joseph E. Troxell
May 7, 2025
Joseph E. “Joe” Troxell, age 77, of Conneaut Lake passed away Wednesday morning May 7, 2025, in Crawford Care Center, Saegertown.
He was born in Geneva, PA on November 18, 1947, a son of Clare and Rebecca (Andrews) Troxell. On April 27, 1968, Joe married the former Julie M. Bowman, she survives.
He was employed as a meat cutter at J &...
Gail F. Elliott
May 6, 2025
Gail F. Elliott, 68 of Sligo, formerly of West Freedom, passed away on May 6, 2025. Gail was born on October 5, 1956 in Heswall, England, United Kingdom, to the late Walter and Frances (Wakelam) Scott. Gail moved to the United States in 1989 and lived in Annapolis, MD. She married and eventually settled in West Freedom where she raised...
Lisa A. Bicek
May 5, 2025
Lisa Ann (Reed) Bicek, 54, of Mercer, passed away at West Penn Hospital on May 5, 2025. Lisa was born to James “Buck” and Carol Reed in Warren, OH, on September 8, 1970. Lisa attended Champion High School and played softball and basketball while there. She then attended Honduras College for Reality before working as a realtor for Remax.
Lisa married...
Paul Edward Heckman
May 5, 2025
Paul Edward “Ed” Heckman, 82, of Sandy Lake, PA passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025 at Grove Manor in Grove City. Ed was born in Utica to Charles and Hazel (Heffern) Heckman on September 24, 1942 and graduated from Lakeview High School.
Ed married the love of his life, Frances “Fran” Heckman, on September 23, 1961. She precedes him in...
Doris M. Grabenstetter
May 4, 2025
Doris M. Grabenstetter, age 92, formerly of Meadville, including a resident of Juniper Village for 5 years, passed away Sunday morning May 4, 2025, at the Crawford Care Center.
She was born February 22, 1933, in Meadville, a daughter of Edward J. and Dora Emma Smith Miller. She had previously been married to Robert Crowe and Wilbur Webster and subsequently married...
Ingeborg H. Hoffman
Apr 30, 2025
Ingeborg Hoffman, nee Hauzeneder; age 98, Native of Munich, Germany, longtime resident of Elmhurst, was born on September 20, 1926 and passed away on April 30, 2025.
She was the beloved wife of the late Paul W.; loving mother of Heide (Bruce) Forbush; dear sister of Friedl Hauzeneder.
Interment will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake, PA.
In lieu of flowers,...
Judith E. Foust
Apr 29, 2025
Judith E. “Judy” Foust, age 85, of Conneaut Lake passed away Tuesday evening April 29, 2025, in Meadville Medical Center.
She was born in Meadville on October 15, 1939, a daughter of Allan and Nellie (Clark) Swan.
She was a 1957 graduate of Conneaut Lake High School and on January 5, 1958, Judy married Robert L. Foust, he passed away February 10,...
Steven E. Nolf
Apr 29, 2025
Steven E. Nolf, age 54, of Meadville passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, April 29, 2025, in his residence.
He was born in Meadville on February 4, 1971, the beloved son of Melvin and Sandy Neiswonger Nolf. He graduated from Maplewood High School and built a life rooted in hard work, devotion, and family values. On July 31, 2010, Steve married the...
Judith L. Twilla
Apr 26, 2025
Judith “Judy” L. S. Twilla, 78, of Carlton, passed away at AHN Grove City. Judy was born to Robert and Margaret Smith on May 24, 1946. After graduating from Lakeview High School, Judy attended Edinboro University where she received her Bachelor’s Degree. Judy went on to serve as the Director of Children’s Christian School in Meadville for many years.
Judy married...
Ralph Hanford
Apr 25, 2025
Ralph Hanford, 80, of Mercer, PA, passed away at UPMC Jameson Hospital on April 25, 2025, after a battle with cancer. He was born in Grove City, PA, on October 2, 1944 to Wendell and Margaretta Hanford of Stoneboro, PA.
Ralph graduated from Lakeview High School in 1962. After graduation he attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. He then lived in...