All Obituaries

George Ronald Horton, 85, of Broad Top City, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at his home. Born in Everett, Pa on October 20, 1936, a son of the late Edgar C. and Edythe (Whited) Horton. On June 7, 1959 in Winchester Va. he was united in marriage to his loving wife, Linda L. (Black) Horton who survives at their home. Along with his wife he is survived by a son, Ronald D. Horton and companion Tracie, a daughter, Janet E. Hoover and companion Craig, grandsons, Ronald C. Horton and...

Veronica A. “Vonnie” Ramper, 79, of Camp Hill, Pa. passed away unexpectedly on September 19, 2022 with family and friends by her side and prayers from those who could not be there. Born in Robertsdale on February 10, 1942, a daughter of the late Stephen an Winifred “Sis” Ramper. Surviving are a son, Gary who was her pride and joy, a brother, Lanny Ramper, husband of Bonnie, their children, Stacy Goss and Chad Ramper, Aunt Estaline Darland, as well as all of her...

Harry F. Harshbarger Jr., 84, of Cooks, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home. Born in Smithfield Township, Huntingdon Co. on February 23, 1938 , a son of the late, Harry F. and Fannie E. (Westover) Harshbarger. On October 5, 1977 in Winchester Va, he was united in marriage to Vivian M. (Everhart) Harshbarger who survives at their home. Also surviving are daughters, Dawn E. Thompson of McConnellstown, and Vicki Jo Harsbarger of Mt. Union, a son, Lynn...

Robert Isaac “Bob” Thomas, 80, of Six Mile Run, passed away at his home on September 8, 2022 at his home. Born in Riddlesburg on September 24, 1941, a son of the late Robert F. and Antonia M. (Sacratini) Thomas. On October 3, 1964 he was united in marriage to Bertha Jane (Hastings) Thomas who preceded him in death on March 24, 2018. He served in the United States Marine Corps as a Lance Corporal during the Vietnam Era and worked as a tile setter his entire life. He enjoyed...

Judith A. Bathavic, 74 of Broad Top City, formerly of Pennsville, NJ went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 8, 2022. She was in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family when she passed. Judy was born on October 20, 1947, the daughter of the late Paul and Pearl Rickabaugh. On October 11, 1965, she married her high school sweetheart, Thomas J. Bathavic Jr. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Thomas Jr. and three children: Thomas III (Sallie) of Shippensburg,...

William C. “Bill” Dunn, 79, of Saxton, passed away at Locust Grove Retirement Village in Mifflin, Pa on Monday September 5, 2022 following a brief stay. Born in Altoona, PA on July 9, 1943, a son of the late, Robert A. and Mary A. (Hess) Dunn. He was preceded in death by his wife of 25 years, Jean (Savitts) Dunn, a sister, Donna L. (Dunn) Reed, a step-son, David Winters Sr, a grandson, Dustin Doyon, as well as his parents. Surviving are step-children, Daniel Winters, Brenda...

William (Bill) C. Axon, 81, of Six Mile Run, PA, passed away September 1, 2022. Born July 6, 1941 in Round Knob, PA. Son of Milburn and Sarah Bell Axon. He was united in marriage on June 21, 1969 to Nancy C. Foor. He is survived by his wife Nancy, daughters Annette Foor of Saxton, Patsy Foor of Six Mile Run, Mary Ann Foor, wife of Gary McQuait of Hopewell, Sarah (Axon) Winter wife of Tim Winter of Defiance, PA. Grandchildren Ryan Foor, wife Samantha of Hopewell, James Lemin Jr., wife Erica...

Brian E. Weaver, 62, of Saxton, PA, passed away August 24,2022 at UPMC Montefiore, Pittsburgh, PA. Born on May 21, 1960 in Roaring Spring, PA. A son of the late Donald E. and Pearl P. ( Long ) Weaver. Surviving are his companion Rachel Nanette, Son Jason, husband of Michele (Garner) Weaver, granddaughters, Abigail, Aubree and Avery, Brother Barry D. husband of Anna ( Miller )Weaver, all of Saxton, PA   Brian was a graduate of Tussey Mountain High School class of 1978. He was self...

Terry James Cowan Sr., 73, of New Grenada, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, August 17, 2022. Born in Robertsdale on May 14, 1949, a son of the late James M and Thelma (Gracey) Cowan. He moved to Chester, PA and after graduating from Chester High School, served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Terry was a man whose faith in his savior permeated throughout the fabric of his life. Never seeking limelight, always ready to lend a helping hand. He...

Doris LaRue Buseck, 82, of Dudley, formerly of Todd, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022 at Maybrook Hill Nursing Home in Altoona. Born in Lavalle, PA on November 26, 1939, a daughter of the late George and Martha (Snyder) Bolich. She was a 1958 graduate of William Tennet High School and worked as the daycare program director at Grace Lutheran Church. Doris was a special lady who’s laughter and happiness could lighten any room. Her love for people was real. She found comfort in the...