Nedza Family Funeral Homes

Craig Louis Plaszenski, 66, of Horseshoe Drive, Penfield, died, Thursday, September 13, 2018 at home after a lengthy illness.  A triplet son of the late Clifford and Katherine (Zernell) Plaszenski, he was born February 22, 1952 in DuBois, PA. On September 9, 1972, he married Barbara L. Smith who survives in Penfield. Along with his wife, Craig is survived by: four children, Laurie (Randy) Matson of Warren, Jim (Lisa) Plaszenski of Penfield, David (Ayla Porter) Plaszenski of Penfield...

Richard M. “Dick” Bateman, 84, of South St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA, died, September 15, 2018 at Penn Highlands-Elk after a short illness.  He was born on November 15, 1933 in Benezette, PA, a child of the late Andrew and Pearl (Hamilton) Bateman.  On October 23, 1954 he married Gloria (DeCarli) who survives in St. Marys. Along with his wife, Dick is survived by: two children, Susan (Raymond) Gascon of Weedville and David Bateman of Byrnedale; a sister, Janice...

Hazel Erhard, 85, died early Thursday, September 13, 2018 at the DuBois Nursing Home, DuBois, PA. She had been in frail health for some time.             She was born December 20, 1932, in Caledonia, to the late Blair and Louise Fox Huff. On October 20, 1956, she was married to Dean Erhard of New Millport who preceded her in death in 1990.             Hazel worked at Stackpole...

Todd J. Celinski, 41, of Weedville, PA, died unexpectedly, Saturday, September 15, 2018.  A son of Dennis “Jack” Celinski of Weedville and the late Flora Jean (Deemer) Celinski, he was born on October 29, 1976 in St. Marys. Along with his father, Todd is survived by: his significant other , Alishia Himes of Penfield; two daughters, Rhiashae Celinski of St. Marys and Gracie Celinski of Kersey; two grandchildren, Ross and Jayde; two brothers, Robert “Jack” (Kathy)...

Homer L. Vance, 88, Punxsutawney, passed away Friday, September 14, 2018, at Mulberry Square Elder Care in Punxy after a lengthy illness. He was born January 28, 1930, in Rochester, a son of the late Homer Clenden & Eva (Reader) Vance. Homer was a “1949” graduate of Falls Creek High School. After graduation he joined the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Homer was a Truck Driver for most of his life until retirement. He is survived by three children, Toni Ann Knouse of...

Bonnie J. Lynch, 62, of Cushing Avenue, Johnsonburg, died Friday, August 17, 2018 at Shadyside Hospital, after a lengthy illness.  A daughter of the late Edward and Thelma (Stanton) Lynch, she was born in Ridgway on January 7, 1956. A homemaker and enthusiast of BINGO and Yahtzee, she enjoyed living all her life in Johnsonburg. Bonnie is survived by: two children, Adam (Rachel) Lynch of Monaca, PA and adopted daughter Marlo Perry of Jamestown, NY; several grandchildren, including...

Vera Louella McClintick Kunes left us, August 11, 2018, just three days before her 86th birthday.  She was born at home on the farm on McClintick Road, Jay Township, PA, in 1932 to the late John Samuel and Helen (Fox) McClintick. Vera was a tireless worker: as a young girl and the oldest girl in a family of seven, she stepped in a “Mom” when her parents had to be away from home because of her father’s illness.  Her work continued when she was married to Peter...

Maria C. Dodd, 88, DuBois, passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at Penn Highlands Healthcare. She was born September 4, 1929, in Naples, Italy, the daughter of the late Raphael & Ersilia (Esposito) Conte. Maria was married to Robert E. Dodd, Sr., he survives in DuBois. Maria is also survived by two sons Robert E. Dodd, Jr. and Tony (Katherine) Dodd both of DuBois and five grandchildren. Maria was a homemaker most of her life. She loved the Cincinnati Reds baseball team, playing BINGO,...

John Joseph Loss, 69, Sykesville, passed away Thursday, August 2, 2018, at Penn Highlands Healthcare in DuBois. He was born October 8, 1948 in DuBois, PA. He was the son of the late John Loss & Bernice (Kengersky) Loss-Benton. John made his home with his lifelong companion Laurie Conrad, who preceded him in death in 2007. John was a “1966” Graduate of DAHS. He was a mechanic in the engine room of ships while enlisted in the US Navy. He worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator...

Gary Wayne Rankin, 64, of DuBois passed away Sunday, July 22, 2018 at his home. He was born September 29, 1953 in Sharon, PA, the son of the late Harry and Irene (Cassidy) Rankin. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Martha Moldovan. He was a graduate of DuBois Area High School. He was a skilled craftsman. After his retirement he enjoyed all things outdoors and spent most of his time with his grandchildren. He is well loved and will be greatly missed. Gary is survived by three...