All Obituaries

Floyd C. Matthews, 79, of Stoneboro passed away May 25, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown Ohio. Floyd was born December 12, 1943 in Irwin Township, Venango County.  He was the son of the late Charles “Willard” and June E. (Walter) Matthews. Floyd received his education at Victory Joint High School.   He married Bette “Becky” Carnes on January 1, 1964.  The couple celebrated 52 years of marriage prior to Becky’s passing on April...

Ann L. Aiken, 76, of Emlenton passed away May 12, 2023 at Hamot Medical Center in Erie.  Ann was born January 16, 1947 in Franklin and was the daughter of Cecil Fasenmyer. Ann graduated from North Clarion High School in 1964.  After graduation Ann married Robert Aiken on May 15, 1965 at the St. Michael Church in Fryburg.  Together the couple had 3 daughters Tammy, Robin and Patty. Ann was a devoted housewife and mother and treasured her family.  She was always up for a...

Richard L. “Rick” McFadden, 67 of Boyers passed away May 1, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. Rick was born May 6, 1955 in Grove City Hospital.  He was the son of the late John and Pearl McFadden. Rick was the joker of his family.  He loved to play cards and wasn’t afraid to cheat to win!  He was loved dearly by his family.  He loved to be outside and was always very helpful.  Rick liked to go to Link’s garage and talk with all the...

Peggy Joan Richmond, 87 of Nectarine was welcomed to Heaven, Easter Day, April 9,2023. Peggy was born May 23,1935 in her family’s home in Butler County. She was the daughter of Clair Francis Surrena and Olive Mae Norris Surrena. Peggy attended Wesley High School in Wesley, Pa. She was married to Bruce E. Richmond in July of 1951. They enjoyed 57 years side by side. While Bruce was in Orchard Manor the last year of his life, she would faithfully go in everyday to be with him. ...

Dianne K. Dunlap of Rocky Grove died April 2, 2023 at UPMC Northwest in Seneca PA. She was born November 12, 1965 in Grove City PA.  She was the daughter of Richard W. and Carolyn I. Dunlap.  Dianne graduated from Rocky Grove High School in 1983.  She was an honest, open, hardworking and loving person.  Her first job was at Isly's in Franklin. Dianne attended Clarion University and moved to Clarion for 17 years.  While there she worked for Bill Holabaugh...

Patricia McFadden, 76 of Franklin, formerly of Clintonville, passed away peacefully March 23, 2023 at UPMC Seneca. Pat was born August 2, 1946 in Butler, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Anne (Bowser) Hutchison. Pat graduated from Butler High School in 1964. After graduating high school Pat married the love of her life Tom McFadden on August 28, 1964. Together the couple had two sons Jeff and Michael. Pat worked at Shop and Save as a cashier and Larry’s Truck Stop in...

V. Elizabeth (Betty) Oakes Cross, 96, passed away Friday morning, March 17, 2023, at Oakwood Heights Presbyterian Senior Care in Oil City.  Betty was born at home in Clintonville, PA., on October 9, 1926, to the late Marjorie Jane Hovis Oakes and Harold Oakes.  Two loving sisters Claribel Oakes Martin and Mary Grace Oakes Vogus, are both deceased.  Betty graduated as Valedictorian from Clintonville High School in 1944, where she played the violin and was a member of the...

Shia Frishkorn II, 26, of Clintonville, passed away March 11, 2023. Shia was born May 20, 1996 in Franklin and was the son of Shia Frishkorn  and Tracy Rice. Shia graduated from Moniteau High School in 2015 where he was involved in track and field.   Shia attended Oil City Middle School where he played football and also attended Cranberry High School and wrestled. After graduating from high school, Shia had in performed in power lifting competitions and won numerous...

Jean B. Smith, 95, of Wesley, passed away March 4, 2023 at Trinity Living Center in Grove City. Jean was born February 13, 1928 in Philadelphia.  She was the daughter of the late Samuel R. and Elizabeth (Moore) Brown.   Jean graduated from Haverford High School.  She furthered her education, graduating from Wheaton College in Illinois with her teaching degree.  Jean married Harry M. Smith Jr, he passed away on September 19, 1995.  The couple had two children...

Catherine Reiss Herman “Katie” passed away peacefully on February 19, 2023. Katie was welcomed into the world on 1/2/1930 in Pittsburgh by her parents, Joseph and Emma (Wolf) Reiss. One of nine children, she is survived by her sister, Betty Klemmer and brother Ed Reiss. Katie graduated from St. Martins Catholic School. She was married to Richard Paul Herman “Dick” who proceeded her in death by 20 years. They had six children together. Paul Richard, Stephen Michael,...