8/7/25 - Fred Charles Store Passed Away at the age of 85 - Fred Charles Store, class of 1950 passed away peacefully Saturday evening, Sept. 6, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born May 1, 1940, in Meshoppen, Fred lived an active life as a dairy farmer, with his loving wife Doris (nee Tokach) Storey. They were married on May 16, 1964, and recently marked their 61st anniversary. Together they ran the farm on Doolittle Hill for 40 years.

Family and friends may call at the Sheldon Funeral Home, 8206 SR 6, Meshoppen, on Thursday, Sept. 11, from 4-6 p.m., and a Rosary will be recited by Deacon Pieretti immediately following the conclusion of the calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial donations in Fred's name to the St. Joachim's Cemetery Association, c/o Bill Burke, 5429 SR 3001, Meshoppen, PA 18630.

8/7/25 - Fred Davis Light Passed Away at the age of 82 - Fred Davis Light, class of 1960, age 82, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 9, 2025, following complications from a recent back surgery and a battle with bone cancer. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, coach, and friend. He enjoyed sports of any kind, hunting, fishing, and gardening. Fred leaves behind his wife, Carole Anne Light of Honesdale; two sons and daughters-in-law, Win, and his wife, Malissa of Cumming, GA, Rob, and his wife Stephanie, of Waxhaw, NC; and four beloved grandchildren, Amanda, Natalie, Bridgette, and Luke.

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8/7/25 - Katherine "Kay" Keenan Passed Away at the age of 57 - Katherine "Kay" Keenan, 57, of Friendsville, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Wilson Hospital, Johnson City, NY. She was born in Binghamton, NY, to the late James P. and Mary Louise (Curley) Keenan. Surviving is her brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Kylie (O'Reilly) Keenan, and beloved niece, Abigail Keenan, as well as her uncles, Thomas Curley and Robert Curley, cousins, Mary M. Keenan (Tim Kerrigan), and Teresa Keenan (Carlos Indacochea), Larry (Renée) Curley, Steve (Jennifer) Curley, Lisa (Michael) Himko, David (Terri) Curley, Bill (Laura) Curley, Ben (Amy) Curley, Abe (Tina) Curley, Matt (Sara) Curley, Joe (Meghann) Curley, Josh (Mary Daly) Curley, Sarah Jane (Mike) Bullock, Justin (Cassie) Curley, numerous cousins, and many dear friends. She was predeceased by her grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles, and special friend, Father Cas.

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7/14/25 - Dick Bennett Passed Away at the age of 81 - Richard H. "Dick" Bennett, 81, of Rushville, was reunited in heaven with his lifelong love, Sandra, on Monday, July 14th. Dick was born on May 10th, 1944, to the late Clinton and Mae (LaRue) Bennett. He took his first and last breaths on the family farm and rarely left it. It was his home, his calling, and his passion.

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7/4/25 - Angela Lynn Hunsinger Passed Away - Angela Lynn Hunsinger, age 38, of Sugar Run, PA passed away Friday evening, July 4, 2025 at the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital after a courageous battle with brain tumors. She was born on August 1, 1986 in Tunkhannock, PA the daughter of the Rose Dawes Hunsinger and the late Ronald Richard Hunsinger (d. February 3, 2018). She was a graduate of Elk Lake High School with the class of 2004. After high school Angela was involved with SERVE Inc. in Monroeton, PA for many years.

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6/29/25 - Harold Raymond (Ray) Hollister, Sr. Passed Away at the age of 100 - Most of you will remember Harold Hollister's Dad, Harold Sr. Harold Sr. was born on February 3, 1925, at home in East Rush, Pennsylvania, to Herman and Josephine (Pierson) Hollister. After residing in East Rush for over 96 years, Ray moved to live with his son in Lampasas, Texas, where he died peacefully on June 29, 2025.

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5/15/25 - Thomas W. "Tom" Lathrop Passed Away at the age of 75 - Thomas 'Tom' Walter Lathrop, 75, passed peacefully with his children by his side, on May 15, 2025 in Scranton, PA. He was born December 31, 1949 in Scranton, PA, to the late Walter G. and Ada C. Lathrop. Tom was also predeceased by his beloved wife Sandra B. Lathrop.

Raised on the family farm in Springville, Tom graduated class of 1968 Elk Lake High School, where he played baseball and basketball.

Visitation will be held at Daniel K. Regan Funeral Home on Thursday, May 22, from 4-6 p.m.

5/8/25 - Margaret Ann Reardon Passed Away - Margaret "Peggy" Ann (Golden) Reardon - passed away on May 8th, 2025. Peggy was born on August 21, 1946, to Thomas E. and Nora M. (Hughes) Golden and grew up in Middletown Center, PA.. Class of 1965 Elk Lake

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Peggy Ann's name to Project Mother Teresa, c/o Saint Bernadette Catholic Church, 350 NW California Blvd Port St Lucie, FL 34986. Treasure Coast Hospice of Port St. Lucie, 5000 NW Dunn Road Fort Pierce, FL 34981, and Mercy House of the Southern Tier, 212 North McKinley Ave Endicott, NY 13760.

4/21/25 - James Robert Walsh Passed Away at the age of 29 -Born July 5th, 1995 to parents Kenneth and Tamara (Conroe) Walsh, Jimmy was a graduate of Elk Lake High School, Class of 2013. In addition to his parents, Jimmy is survived by his sister Kara (Chad) Batzel, and nephews Hunter and Aspen. Also surviving is his fiancée Katrina Dotter and their daughters Ariel and Dakota. Those girls may have not been his by blood, but they gave him a reason to live and he excelled at loving them as his own. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made "In memory of James Walsh" to Community Bank, NA (16632 State Route 706, Montrose, PA 18801) for James' daughters. 

Friends and Family may call Friday, April 25, 2025 from 5-7pm at Daniel K Regan funeral home; 232 South Main St., Montrose.

4/7/25 - Alfred S. Place Passed Away at the age of 96 - Alfrd drove Bus #2 over his 58 years of being an owner/operator. His first few years of driving were to the Meshoppen School and Auburn Center School. When the new Elk Lake School opened in August 26th of 1957 his bus route was changed to the EL School where he ran many a trips with who knows how many different students over the rest of his driving years.

He was a graduate of the Meshoppen High School with the class of 1946.  It was in high school when he met the love of his life, Barbara J. Richlin, on a field trip.  They were married on March 1, 1949.  Together they owned and operated Place's Place Farm, as a 3rd generation farmer.  Alfred was in his glory when he was on his tractor in the fields and kept on driving tractors into his mid 90's.  Alfred was also school bus owner/operator for 58 years.

Funeral Services for Alfred will be held on Friday, April 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM from the Sheldon Funeral Home, 8206 SR 6, Meshoppen, PA with Lay Minister Vickie Ellis of the Beaver Meadows Church officiating.  Interment will follow at the Beaver Meadows Cemetery.  Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, April 11, 2025 from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.  

3/26/25 - Patricia L. Canfield Passed Away at the age of 77 - Patricia L. Canfield, age 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, March 26, 2025, at the Hospice of the Sacred Heart in Dunmore, PA. Born in Whitaker, CA on November 17, 1947, she was the daughter of the late John J. (d. 2001) and Genevieve R. Hughes Hitchcock (d. 2002). Growing up in Susquehanna County, Patricia attended Elk Lake High School and graduated with the class of 1967. On October 14, 1967, she married the love of her life, the late Cleon Canfield (d. Jan. 17, 2020).

2/14/25 - Ronald Cook Passed Away at the age of 80 - Ronald J. Cook, 80, of Montrose, PA, Class of 1963 Elk Lake, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Meadow View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. He was born on November 19, 1944, in Tunkhannock, PA, to the late Chester R. and Florence E. (Hoover) Cook.

Surviving is his daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and Paul Organisciak, two sons, Ronald S. Cook and Jeffrey Cook; four grandchildren, Morgan and Austin Organisciak, Brandi and Tori Cook; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Cathy Wildoner and Ed Darling, Beverly and Ronnie Lee, sister-in-law, Beatrice Cook; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Paul Cook; two sisters, Arlene Knapp and Doris Cook.

Ron was a hard worker and animal lover. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, and played softball for many years. As per his request, there will be no services. Donations in Ron's name can be made to a local animal shelter.

1/15/25 - Robert Matias Reunion Update - Elk Lake Class of 75. Anyone still planning to come to our 50 yr reunion can now forward the money for it. 18 dollars a head. Make checks out to Legion post 154. Anyone who does not have my address can message me and I will give it to you for the checks. The cutoff is April 15.

Elk Lake Class of 75 Reunion

12/23/24 - Timothy Blaisure Passed Away at the age of 63 - A lifelong resident of Meshoppen, PA passed away while surrounded by his loving family on Monday morning, December 23, 2024 at Endless Mountain Health Systems in Montrose, PA.

Born on September 2, 1961 in Meshoppen, PA, he was the son of Vera Babcock Blaisure of Grant Pass, OR and the late Charles E. Blaisure (d. May 23, 1992).  Growing up in the Meshoppen area, Timothy attended Elk Lake High School with the class of 1979 where he wrestled and played baseball for many years.  After high school, he would work several jobs before gaining employment with Meshoppen Stone where he would remain for 19 years. 

Jake was an Elk Lake graduate with the class of 1978. After graduation he proudly served in the Army enlisting in 1979, spending time stationed in Germany. He often spoke of his fond memories and the friendships made while serving.

Funeral Services for Jake will be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 11am at the Daniel K. Regan Funeral Home, 232 S. Main St., Montrose with Pastor Vickie Ellis officiating. Burial will follow with military honors in the Rushville Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 5-7pm at the funeral home.

12/5/24 - Raymond R. Dobrosielski Passed Away at the age of 86 - Raymond R. Dobrosielski, 86, of Springville passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024, at home. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Margaret (Jurista) Dobrosielski. Born on September 11, 1938, in Springville, he is the son of the late Edmond and Stella (Grocki) Dobrosielski.

He was a 1956 graduate of Springville High School. Raymond was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He served from 1956-1960 as a nuclear weapons mechanic. Upon returning home, he began his distinguished career as a Pennsylvania State Trooper, serving with distinction from 1962 until his retirement in 1987. His career also included roles as a Deputy Game Warden and Wyoming County Detective, in addition to his work as a security consultant for Procter and Gamble.

10/31/24 - Kenneth Price Passed Away at the age of 83 - W. Kenneth Price, 83, of Tunkhannock, PA passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his home. Born on February 12, 1941, the son of Kenneth H. Price (d. November 21, 1994) and Mary Lily Fountain (d. December 18, 1977), Ken dedicated his life to family and service to others. Ken was a graduate of the Elk Lake Class of 1959.

Ken was a devoted husband to his wife of 61 years, Alice (Brink) Price. Together, they have two children, David Price (Susan) of Monroe, CT and Karen Karavitch (Albert "Ed") of Tunkhannock.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 11:00 AM from the Sheldon Funeral Home, 8206 SR 6, Meshoppen with Pastor Richard Darling officiating. Interment will follow at the Overfield Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to call at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 from 9:00 AM until the time of the service.

1st Grade Mrs Kropa early 1950's