April 2024

Barbara W. Werner, 82, of E. Condot Road, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Jerome G. Rupprecht, 99 ½, passed away in his home on Friday, April 19, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 17, 1924 in St. Mary’s, PA, the son of the late Alois and Mayme Gleixner Rupprecht.

Jerome truly lived the “American Dream.” He grew up in St. Mary’s and at the age of 18, he was drafted into the US Army serving his country during WW II. As a carpenter general in Iwo Jima, he built battlefield hospitals for the wounded soldiers and witnessed the historic raising of the American flag. Upon returning home, he married his high school sweetheart, Jane. In the early 50’s he and Jane built their home together where they raised their 4 children. A carpenter by trade, he built numerous homes as well as repaired the steeple at Sacred Heart Church. Later in life, he was employed as the office manager at the former Industrial Steel and Pipe Co. After retirement, he and Jane traveled to each of the 50 states as well as Mexico, Canada and Nova Scotia. They were fortunate to be able to spend their last few years together in their own home.

On August 28, 1948 Jerome married Jane Kronenwetter. His uncles, Fr. Jerome Rupprecht OSB, Fr. Norbert Rupprecht OSB and Fr. Melvin Rupprecht OSB offered a concelebrated wedding mass at the Sacred Heart Church where they remained lifetime members. Together they shared almost 75 years of love and happiness.

Jerome was a member of the Knights of Columbus for over 70 years and was the oldest living member. He was also a member of the St. Joseph’s Society where he enjoyed monthly meetings with his friends. He was an avid sportsman and enjoyed deer and rabbit hunting. However, his true passion was fishing. He fished the local trout streams and enjoyed his trips to Erie and Canada for salmon. He never missed an opening day! Playing cards was another one of his pastimes. He especially liked the game of “cinch.” He and Jane attended all the local tournaments and even taught his family how to play this fun card game. He looked forward to yearly camping trips and picnics at Twin Lakes with his grandchildren.

Jerome was a true family man; a loving husband, Dad, Pop-Pop and Great Pop-Pop. He was affectionately known as “Romie” to his family, “Whitey” to his friends and “Jitterbug” to his work family. He was a kind and gentle man, with a sharp mind and a great sense of humor.

Maynard F. “Butch” Sheley, 80, of 107 Pope Road, St. Marys, lost his battle to lung cancer Friday, April 19, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk with his family by his side.

He was born February 27, 1944 in Olean, NY, son of the late Maynard W. and Mercedes Haggerty Sheley.  He moved to the area in 1966 and provided his expertise to so many in the area as a carpenter, with a specialty in cabinetry. 

On April 25, 1987, in St. Marys, Butch married Gail (Hanes) Hanlin, who survives. 

Raymond P. Nearing, 75, of 2075 Horner Road, Wilcox, PA, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, April 19, 2024, after a lengthy illness.  He was lovingly known as Ray-Ray and Eamo by his family and friends.

He was born on September 28, 1948 in Kane, PA to the late Linus and Margaret Pavlina Nearing.  He attended both Wilcox and Johnsonburg Area Schools, graduating from Johnsonburg High School in 1966.  Ray worked at Keystone Powdered Metals for over 40 years.  Ray was a member of the Kane Elks, Kane Country Club, and the Wilcox Sportsmen’s Club.  He enjoyed riding his Harley, bowling, reading, driving his classic cars, and golfing.

Randy M. Schneider, 52, of Main Street, Kersey, PA passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 18, 2024.

He was born on September 16, 1971 in Ridgway, PA, a son of the late Kenneth Schneider and Judith Geci Schneider. 

On June 30, 2006, he married the love of his life, E’Dee Caskey Schneider, whom he continued to love and cherish for all of his days. 

Randy was a member of St. Boniface Church. He was a talented and passionate woodworker, creating beautiful works of art from a block of wood. Always enjoying the peace and tranquility of the outdoors, he never turned down the chance to go for a ride, especially to Hicks Run. He also loved hunting, fishing, and his puppy, Jake. One of life’s greatest joys for Randy was his boy, Tyler, of whom he was so proud and was a loving and devoted father.  Randy’s world revolved around E’Dee and Tyler, and a day never passed where he didn’t tell his family and show them how much he loved them.