Arthur ‘Art’ LeRoy Dawes, Jr.

Arthur “Art” LeRoy Dawes Jr., 73, of Ulster, Pa, passed away Wednesday evening, Dec. 7, 2022, at his home, following declining health.

Arthur was born in Sommerville, N.J. on July 8, 1949, the son of the late Arthur LeRoy Dawes, Sr. and Helen Rhine Dawes. Art grew up in the Lock Haven area and was a graduate of Lock Haven High School. In earlier years, Art worked as a stone mason and was later employed by Champion Parts Rebuilders in Beech Creek. He retired from First Quality in McElhattan in 2011.

In earlier years, Art enjoyed bowling, having participated on several bowling leagues, hunting, and fishing. He enjoyed woodworking, crafting furniture pieces for his home and baking. His specialty was making peanut brittle and cookies, which were enjoyed by all.

Art is survived by his wife, Catherine R. Dawes; sons, Arthur L. Dawes III (Wendi), and Christopher J. Dawes; stepson, Michael McCool, and stepdaughter, Heather Franz (Adam); two grandchildren and six step-grandchildren; brother, James Dawes; sisters, Beverly Richardson (Dennis), Beulah Auman (Thomas), and Helen Baney; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law, Ernest and Geneva Dawes, sister-in-law, Letha Dawes, brother-in-law, William Baney and a step grandchild.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, at 3 pm at the Ulster United Methodist Church, Second Street, Ulster, Pa, with Pastor Thomas Harmic officiating. The family suggests that contributions please be directed to Trinity Charge, P.O. Box 105, Ulster, PA 18850 in memory of Arthur LeRoy Dawes Jr. Memories and condolences may be expressed by visiting www.bowenfuneralhomes.com