All Obituaries

Jacqueline H. “Jackie” Houserman, 95, of Conneaut Lake died Tuesday, November 30, 2021 peacefully in her home, where she lived for over 70 years.   She was born at home in Conneaut Lake Park November 12, 1926 a daughter of Jack and Nora Fisher Cowdry.  She married G. Blaine Houserman in 1948 and he preceded her in death June 10, 1991.   She was a graduate of Farrell High School.  She was always very active and first owned Houserman’s Variety Store...

Allen L. Gibson, 80, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.   He was born October 30, 1941 in Meadville, a son of William and Pauline Laughters Gibson.  He married Betty J. Clark July 29, 1961.   Allen was a 1959 graduate of Saegertown High School.  He was a tool and die maker at Talon for 31 years and subsequently was a self-employed tool and die maker.   He was a member of the Meadville...

Carole I. Madison, 78, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Meadville Medical Center following a brief illness.   She was born October 3, 1943 in Cleveland, OH, a daughter of Wilbur C. and Lillian Forsner Madison.   Carole was a graduate of Jamestown High School, Jamestown, NY and a graduate of Trinity College of Nursing, Rock Island, IL where she received her Registered Nurse’s degree.  She was employed as a registered nurse at various hospitals...

Susanne Elizabeth Sumerfield, 86, died November 29, 2021, with her devoted husband of 64 years, Reverend Allan Sumerfield, by her side.    She was born to the late Albert and Susan Roppel in Tamaqua, PA.  She graduated from Tamaqua High School, Reading School of Nursing, where she earned her RN, and Widener University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a degree in psychology.  Her nursing career was spent serving those in long-term care and those in need of...

Lawrence Wenko, 92, of Conneaut Lake, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Meadville Medical Center.   He was born June 13, 1929 in Braddock, PA, a son of Fred and Helen Finello.  He married Joan Ann O’Connor July 9, 1955.   Lawrence worked as a policeman for the City of Pittsburgh for 38 years, retiring in 1991.  He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police.  He especially enjoyed spending time with his family and...

Randall B. “Randy” Stewart of Townville died at home on Saturday, November 27, 2021, after a brief illness.  He was born June 22, 1954 in Meadville to the late Harley Ardrey and Emily Howe Stewart.  He was a graduate of Titusville High School.  He had worked at various jobs in Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York.  He was an excellent small engine repairman and a master at keeping his vintage van on the road. He is survived by his long-time companion, Patricia...

Tom V. Yoder, 87, of Meadville died Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at the Meadville Medical Center.   He was born January 23, 1934 in Meadville a son of Vebert Raymond and Edna Mae Merriman Yoder.  He married Ruth McLaud September 14, 1962 and she survives.   He was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the U.S. Navy from 1952-1957.  Following his military service, he joined his father and brothers in the plumbing and heating business.  He was a member of Plumbers...

Harry R. Pierce, 96, of Waterford and formerly of Mt. Hope, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 20, 2021 at his residence after a beautiful life of faith, family and friendship.   He was born November 12, 1925 in Blooming Valley, a son of William and Cynthia Roudebush Pierce.  He married Nita Grace Hollabaugh April 2, 1947 and she preceded him in death September 2, 2017.   Harry was a 1943 graduate of Randolph High School.  He was a Veteran of World War II,...

Timothy K. Woodruff, 70, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Meadville Medical Center.   He was born July 26, 1951 in Meadville, a son of Clarence and Irene Zelicskovics Woodruff.   Tim was a 1969 graduate of Meadville High School.  He served his apprenticeship to become a journeyman tool and die maker at Starn Tool then worked at various tool and die shops in the area including Tech Tool and Pasco Tool and Plastics.  He was currently employed as...

Joyce Irene Sexton Woge, 88, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021 at her residence.   She was born August 19, 1933 in Venango, a daughter of Ernest Elwood and Agnes Mae Beige Sexton.  She married John E. Woge December 19, 1952.   Joyce was a 1951 graduate of Cambridge Springs High School.  She owned and operated Joyce Woge Bridal Shop in Meadville for many years.   Joyce was a member of St. Mark’s Church.  She enjoyed wintering in...