With deep sadness we announce the passing of Albert James Madden, age 73. on Feb. 6, 2025. Born on Jan. 10, 1952 to Albert L. and Margaret (Cero) Madden in Shamokin, Pa. He was a 1969 graduate of our Lady of Lourdes High School where he was a varsity wrestler for four years. He graduated from ...

Francis (Fran) R. Johnson, 78, of Lock Haven, was peacefully ushered into heaven on Feb. 7, 2025. He was born on April 25, 1946, to the late Robert and Helen (Shuey) Johnson. Fran was a graduate of Lock Haven High School (1964), Cedarville University (B.S.) and Xavier University (M.Ed.) He is ...

Gary L. “Gig” Fantaski, 64, of the Ransdorf Manor, Renovo died suddenly on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. A Celebration of Life Service is being planned and will be announced. Maxwell Funeral Home, Renovo has charge of the arrangements.

Gloria E. Barner, 69, of Milesburg, passed away on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, at Mount Nittany Medical Center. Arrangements are under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc. in Bellefonte.

Dr. Harvey R. Gilbert, 81, of State College, passed away at home on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Arrangements are under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc. in Bellefonte.

BIERLY — Dr. Rev. Frederick Lee Bierly, 89, of Jersey Shore, died Feb. 5, 2025. A visitation time will be held today from 11 a.m. until noon at Frederick B. Welker Funeral Home, 125 N. Main St., Jersey Shore. The funeral service will follow, beginning at 12 p.m. Burial will be in the Jersey ...