Walter D. “Walt” Starkweather, age 85, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Saturday, October 18, 2025. He was born on December 20, 1939 in Horseheads, NY a son of the late Fred and Florence (Hall) Starkweather, was married to Debra “Debbie” (Wetherbee) Starkweather and was the last sibling of 12 children.
Walt was retired from the PA DOT after 38 ½ years of service and enjoyed hunting, taking care of his lawn, helping others and especially spending time with his family and friends.
If you feel pressure, tightness, or pain in your chest, especially if it spreads to your arm, neck, or jaw, it is time to call for help. These can be warning signs of a heart attack or another serious heart or lung issue. Shortness of breath that comes suddenly, even without chest pain, should also be evaluated right away. Do not brush it off as just a trick of the season; it could be your body’s way of sounding the alarm.
Mason J. Neureiter, 20, of Ridgway, died unexpectedly on Monday, October 20, 2025, as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born on April 26, 2005, in St. Marys, the son of Steven and Shannon Wright Neureiter, who survive of Ridgway.
Mason was a graduate of Ridgway High School, class of 2023, and he worked as a dispatcher for Elk County Emergency Services, where he was known for his reliability and dedication. He was a devoted third generation member of the Ridgway Fire Department, always willing to lend a helping hand to his community. An avid outdoor enthusiast, Mason cherished the moments spent hunting and fishing. He also had a passion for music and took pride in being a member of the RHS Marching Band and The Grey Knights Drum & Bugle Corps. In quiet moments, he could be found immersed in video games, showcasing his larger-than-life personality and love for friendly competition. Mason had a special talent for solving the Rubik’s Cube, a true testament to his patience and analytical mind.
Sharon L. Shreve “loving mother, grandmother, and Gigi”
ELDRED, PA—Sharon L. Shreve, 84, a longtime resident of Eldred, passed away with her loving family by her side on Sunday, October 19, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Born on Thursday, September 18, 1941 in Wellsville, NY, she was a daughter of Dan and Clara Sutton Kuhn.
Sharon was a graduate of Northern Potter High School in Ulysses, PA.
She enjoyed crocheting, reading, watching television and playing solitaire. Sharon loved to spend time with her family.
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Willard L. “Will” Hafler, 90, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Coudersport and Hellertown, PA, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Bradford Manor, Bradford after a short illness.
Born on Friday, February 1, 1935 in Bethlehem, PA, he was a son of Winfield E. and Bertha A. Becker Hafler.
Will was a graduate of Palisades High School in Ferndale, PA. He was a US Air Force veteran having served during the Korean War.
Richard W. Gaus “beloved husband, father, and grandfather”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Richard W. “Rick” Gaus, 66, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Belmont, NY, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Born on Monday, May 4, 1959 in Wellsville, NY, he was a son of Richard H. and Sarah R. Smith Gaus. On November 6,1981 in Eldred, he married Dorothy E. Stannard, who survives.
Rick was a graduate of Belmont High School. He served honorably in the US Army from 1981 to 1989, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. After his honorable discharge, he served in the US Army Reserves.
Smethport–Elvida Mae Stapulis, 98, of Crosby, PA passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025, at her daughter’s residence in New Wilmington. She was born on August 1, 1927, in Crosby, PA to the late Milford and Helen (Bond) Lathrop. Elvida married David F. Stapulis on August 29, 1959, and he preceded her in death on December 7, 2008.
Elvida was a lifetime member of the Norwich Twp. Fire Dept Ladies Auxiliary, social member of the John Berg Post #976 Crosby American Legion, and a member of the North Central PA Polka Boosters Club. She worked at GTE Sylvania as a machine operator for 30 years.
Survivors include daughter, Cynthia (Douglas Yoder) Stapulis; dearest niece, Judith Abbey; nephews, Robert (Audrey) Berne and Daniel Lathrop; and several great nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by sister, Hattie Berne and brother, Gilbert Lathrop.
Family will receive friends on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Home, 2 Bank St. Smethport, PA from 11:00am until time of service at 1:00pm with Rev. Max Simms officiating. Interment will follow at Norwich Cemetery, Colegrove.
Memorial contributions may be made to Norwich Twp. Vol. Fire Dept or North Central PA Polka Boosters Club, McKean County SPCA.
Edward Paul Lamont, 84, of Emporium, PA, passed away on October 20th at his daughter’s home in Wellsboro PA after a long illness. Born December 5, 1940, in Spangler, PA, and raised in Bakerton, PA, Ed was the son of the late Thomas and Frances Hecker Lamont. Growing up in Bakerton he was nicknamed “Mohawk,” later shortened to “Mo,” a name that stayed with him throughout his life. He married the love of his life, Marsha Ellen Polites, on June 22, 1963, at Sacred Heart Church in Bakerton, PA, and they spent 60 wonderful years together until her passing in 2024.
Paul T. Jovenitti, 75, a resident of Glen Hazel, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at his residence following a lengthy illness.
He was born March 6, 1950, in St. Marys, son of the late Floyd and Marie “Ceil” Bianco Jovenitti. He was a graduate of Elk County Christian High School and earned his degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Paul worked in Boston, MA for ISO and retired in 2005. He returned to St. Marys in 2005 to be with his family and later on he resided in Wilcox.
The Shapiro Administration held its annual Teen Driver Safety Forum during National Teen Driver Safety Week.
Harrisburg, PA – Today, the Shapiro Administration shared the importance of driver safety with young drivers at high schools across the Commonwealth during the annual Teen Driver Safety Forum
Today’s forum was held at Northeastern High School in Manchester and featured a panel of representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID), and local safety advocates. The panel answered questions from an in-person and online audience of students on topics ranging from safe driving tips to how to get a driver’s license.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that it will remove temporary barriers at the site of a bridge rehabilitation project impacting two bridges spanning McElhatten Creek along Route 220 in Wayne Township, Clinton County, on Thursday, October 23. This work will improve the ride quality of the bridges, extend their service life, and improve their condition ratings.
Online shopping experience features deals, new products and artisan stories
Each year, the PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship kicks off the holiday shopping season with the Pennsylvania Wilds Makers Market to showcase creative, artisan products from local Makers. This 24-hour event takes place online on the PA Wilds Marketplace, Shop.PAWilds.com, where customers shop directly from the original maker, photographer, painter, designer or artist.
This year, the PA Wilds Makers Market will take place on October 25th from 12:00 am to 11:59 pm EST with 19 participating Makers who are offering deals, new products, free USA shipping, free gifts with purchase, and more! Designed to help you “find your next WILD thing,” this one-day-only event will give you a chance to learn more about artisans in the PA Wilds and find unique gifts for loved ones while skipping the long lines in store.
Rosemary E. Walsh, 78, of Warren, PA. and formerly of Wilkes-Barre, PA. died Sunday evening, October 19, 2025, after an extended illness. Rosemary was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA. and was the daughter of Joseph L. and Ellen Klos Walsh. She has resided in Warren since 2012. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s School, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Misericordia University and her Master’s and Doctorate degree in Speech and Communication from Temple University. She was a professor at Penn State University, Hazleton, PA. Campus.
Rosemary was a member of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, Warren, PA., she enjoyed playing piano and was an avid reader.
H. Dale Campman, 97, of Smethport, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Lakeview Senior Care & Living Center.
Born December 6, 1927, in Hazelhurst, he was a son of the late Mitchell and Frances (Rathburn) Campman. He was a 1945 graduate of Hazelhurst High School.
On June 12, 1946, he enlisted in the United States Army. He served with the 537th Engineering Base Survey Company Survey and Instrument man, during WWII. Dale was honorably discharged on March 18, 1949. He was awarded the WWII Victory Medal.
Sheila M. Hults, 57, of Champlin Hill Road, Turtlepoint, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loving family, at Olean (N.Y.) General Hospital on Friday (Oct. 10, 2025).
Born July 11, 1968, in Olean, she was a daughter of Bob and Gloria Cochran Galentine. On May 23, 2003, she married Mike Hults, who preceded her in death on Feb. 26, 2020.
Sheila was a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 1986. She was a lifelong resident of Turtlepoint. She was employed as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) at Sena Kean Manor for many years.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that Fairground Road is closed in both directions between St. Mary Street and Route 45 in Lewisburg Borough, Union County, due to a crash.
A detour using local roads is in place. Motorists should avoid the area and expect delays in travel.
Port Allegany – Nancy L. Dougherty, 91, of Coudersport, formerly of Port Allegany, passed away Saturday (October 18, 2025) at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport. She was born June 29, 1934 in Lancaster, PA, the daughter of Willis and Grace (Sheap) Deim. She married Robert Emmet Dougherty on April 4, 1959 at The United Brethren Evangelical Church in New Holland PA.
In 1974 she, her husband and daughter moved to Port Allegany. She worked in Elliot’s bakery a few years after moving into Port Allegany. Nancy also worked as a cleaning lady for many families over the years. She also worked for the Canoe Place Inn for several years.
HARRISBURG, Pa. (October 20) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) announced today that Glade Run Lake, Butler County, will be partially drawn down so that maintenance can be performed.
Over the next several weeks, depending on local rainfall, visitors to the lake will begin to notice water levels being slowly lowered by approximately four feet. This partial drawdown is necessary so that a significant portion of shoreline can be exposed, allowing excessive aquatic vegetation to dry and freeze. This common method for controlling nuisance vegetation through natural methods avoids the use of herbicides and mechanical treatments.
HONESDALE, Pa. — Residents and visitors to Wayne County have a brand-new place to float their boats. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), county commissioners, and local volunteers cut the ribbon on the Indian Orchard River Access along the Lackawaxen River Trail in Texas Township.
October 20, 2025 UPDATE: Work on this project is complete and Bartlow Drive is open to traffic.
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a bridge replacement project continues on Bartlow Drive (T-557) in Penn Township, Lycoming County.
Starting Monday, August 25, 2025, Bartlow Drive will be closed between Sunrise Drive and Barto Hallow Road while the contractor, Sikora Brothers Paving, Inc., replaces the existing bridge spanning Gregs Run with a box culvert. A detour in place using Barto Hollow Road, Beaver Lake Road (Route 2073), and Sunrise Drive will be in place during the bridge replacement.
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation for Kenneth A. Ford, 83, of Shinglehouse, from 1pm to 2pm on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Bell Run Union Church, 904 Taylor Brook Road, Shinglehouse, where a celebration of Ken’s life will follow at 2pm.
Members of the Potter County Honor Guard will accord military honors on October 25, 2025 at the church.
Ken’s family has entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, Funeral Director/Owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
