All Obituaries

G. Ernest “Ernie” Breisch, 88, of Bloomsburg passed away Monday August 26, 2019 at his residence. He was born October 27, 1930 in Main Township, a son of the late Ralph E. and Bertha (Ely) Breisch. He graduated from Mifflinville High School class of 1948 and then worked on the family farm alongside his father during the 1950’s. After farming with his Dad he hauled coal for years, and then purchased the coal route and continued delivering. During the 60’s he built his...

Frank Getty was a master farmer, a dedicated family man and a community servant. He believed in hard work, clean living and Farmall tractors. God's beautiful countryside was his church. He had the gift of gab and more than his share of charm. Frank fought death as fiercely as he confronted all life's challenges. But he surrendered July 16, 2019,  just 11 days before his 92nd birthday, at Berwick Retirement Village I, where he had received care for a little over a year. He was...

Mayor Timothy David Benner Sr., 53, of Catawissa, went to be with the Lord Sunday July 14, 2019 at his home. Timothy was born September 22, 1965 in Sunbury, a son of the Ruth (Leitzel) Renn and her husband Darvin and the late Timothy Charles Benner. He graduated from Selinsgrove Area High School class of 1984, and was currently employed at Riverview Point. Over the years Tim was involved in coaching many sports, including; Catawissa Redskins midget football, Southern Columbia Area and...

Donald George Traugh lll., 68, of Catawissa, went to be with the Lord, Sunday July 7, 2019, at the Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital. Donald was born August 5, 1950, in Tucson, Arizona, a son of the late Donald George Traugh II. and Leatrice (Kinn) Traugh. He graduated from Southern Columbia High School class of 1970, then from Fairmont in West Virginia in 1974 where he received his teacher’s certificate, and from Bloomsburg University where he received his master’s degree. He...

Patricia J. Fedder, 83, formerly of Catawissa, went to be with the Lord, Friday June 21, 2019, at the Gardens of Millville. Patricia was born, July 6, 1935, in Coin, IA, a daughter of the late Peter and Marjorie (Geer) Ulbinsky. She graduated from Hubley High School in Hegins, PA. She was a homemaker. She was an avid folk art crafter/painter and was known at many craft shows for the work that she and her husband did. She enjoyed gardening, loved to travel, she loved history in general,...

Helene C. Salley, 100, was born September 28, 1918 in Philadelphia where she lived most of her life. She died peacefully at home in Locust Township, Columbia County on April 30, 2019 in the care of her family and Geisinger Hospice. Helene lived a long happy life without regret, because of her unconditional love of God, family, friends, and country. She was the last surviving member of a family of ten. She was also preceded in death by John E. Salley her loving husband of 54 years who died...

James E. Gottshall, 65, of Catawissa passed away Thursday May 30, 2019 surrounded by his family. He was born November 10, 1953 in Bloomsburg, a son of the late Sterling E. Gottshall Jr. and Mary (Deibler) Gottshall Huber. He graduated from Southern Columbia High School and then joined the Army National Guard. James worked at Penn Central Railroad and Conrail, Knoebels, Union Stage Hand, Variety Attractions and King Lightning Enterprises as an electrician. He was a member of Bent Barrel...

John (Jack) M. Powlus, born October 31, 1923 in Almedia, PA, died May 26, 2019 at age 95 on his farm in Catawissa, PA. Jack was the son of the late Fred and Myrtle (Reese) Powlus and attended the Scott schools. During World War II he proudly served with the Army’s 3rd Division. Entering the war in North Africa, he moved with the division across Northern Africa, into Sicily, Italy, France and Germany. Following the war, he married and resided in Bloomsburg, PA, attending Wesley...

Glenn (Mike) F. Shaffer, 85, of Bloomsburg passed away Saturday May 18, 2019 at his residence. He was born September 1, 1933 in Scott Township, a son of the late Edgar and Margaret (Leighow) Shaffer. He graduated from Scott Township High School and then joined the United States Army serving from 1956 until 1958. Mike enjoyed farming, reading, and riding motorcycle. He was a member of Grace Reformed Church serving on the consistory for many years. Mike was a member of the Ag Farm Service...

Kenneth A. Hornberger, 87, of Catawissa, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, May 18, 2019, at his home surrounded by his family. Kenneth was born July 31, 1931, in Numidia, a son of the late F. Pierce and Violette Viola (Hendricks) Hornberger. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Janice Urso, and a brother, Sherman Hornberger. Kenneth was a graduate of Locust High School. He worked for many contractors over the years. Ken worked for Magee’s and Kawneer,...