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Lois E. Rupert

Lois E. Rupert, 85, of Dunnstown, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Haven Place, Lock Haven, Pa. Born May 15, 1940, in Lock Haven, she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Catherine (Ruhl) Shoemaker. Lois was a 1958 graduate of Lock Haven High School. On May 12, 1962, she married Ronald Rupert, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage before his passing on Dec. 21, 2020. Lois was employed at Champion Auto Parts for over 40 years, retiring in 2002. She attended Dunnstown United Methodist Church. Lois enjoyed reading. Her greatest joy was her family. She cherished ...

Barry D. Cain

Barry D. Cain, 71, of Bellefonte, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Centre Care. Arrangements are under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc. in Bellefonte.

Funerals

HELLER — Leonard F. Heller, Jr., 97, of Williamsport, died April 22, 2026. A memorial service honoring Leonard’s life will be held today at 2 p.m. at Bethel Linden Presbyterian Church, 2758 Bottle Run Road, Williamsport. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the start of service. ALTERS — Helen (Taylor) Alters, 83, of Bellefonte, died April 26, 2026. A public viewing will be held this evening from 6-8 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 512 Hughes St., Bellefonte. An additional viewing will be held on Saturday, May 2, from 10-11 a.m., at the church, followed by the ...

Clyde R. Rogers

Clyde R. Rogers, 91, of Lamar, and formerly of Sugar Valley, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at his home. Born Nov. 21, 1934, he was a son of the late Thomas and Daisy Rogers. On June 9, 1956, he married his love, the former Ruth L. Karchner, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage ...

Samuel F. Jordan, Jr.

Samuel F. Jordan, Jr., 59, of Jersey Shore, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026, at his home. A full obituary may be viewed at www.WelkerFuneralHome.com

Funerals

HELLER — Leonard F. Heller, Jr., 97, of Williamsport, died April 22, 2026. A memorial service honoring Leonard’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 1, at Bethel Linden Presbyterian Church, 2758 Bottle Run Road, Williamsport. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the start of service. ALTERS — Helen (Taylor) Alters, 83, of Bellefonte, died April 26, 2026. A public viewing will be held on Friday, May 1, from 6-8 p.m., at Faith United Methodist Church, 512 Hughes St., Bellefonte. An additional viewing will be held on Saturday, May 2, from 10-11 a.m., at the church, ...