Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Mifflinburg PA, Union County & Surrounding Areas

Eli Martin Reiff

Eli Martin Reiff

Aug 8, 2025

Eli Martin Reiff, 64, of Mifflinburg, entered into rest at his home on August 8, 2025, following a 2½-year journey with ALS.

He was born on February 1, 1961, in Leola, a son of the late Eli E. Reiff Jr. and Barbara H. (Martin) Reiff. On April 8, 1982, he married the former Kathleen M. (Martin) Reiff, who survives. Together, they...

Ernest E Mook

Ernest E Mook

Aug 8, 2025

Ernest E. Mook, 87, of Mifflinburg, entered into rest at 12:25 a.m. on August 8, 2025, at Watsontown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born on November 15, 1937, in Lewisburg, a son of the late Willard and Beatrice (Reitenbach) Mook. On January 19, 1957, he married the former Jane (Oberdorf) Mook, who survives. Together, they shared 68 years of memories.

He...

Jason Edward Stahl

Jason Edward Stahl

Aug 5, 2025

Jason E. Stahl peacefully entered eternal rest on August 5, 2025, at the age of 26 years, 6 months, 15 days at the Geisinger Hospital in Danville, PA, due to complications of leukemia.

He was born on January 21, 1999, in Mifflintown, PA.

He was the son of the late Murray and Maria (Peters) Stahl. On March 18, 2023, he was united...

Stephen Mark McGrath

Stephen Mark McGrath

Aug 2, 2025

Stephen Mark “Steve” McGrath, age 61, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

Born on April 13, 1964, in Norristown, Steve was the son of the late Daniel and Arlene (Place) McGrath. He was a proud graduate of Methacton High School, Class of 1982.

To know Steve was to know quiet strength, gentle humor, and a heart that...

James William "Picky" Pick

James William "Picky" Pick

Jul 29, 2025

James William ​(Picky) Pick, 86, of Millmont, entered into rest on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at his residence.

Born on March 22, 1939, in Hartley Township, PA, the son of the late George W. Pick and Sara A.​ (Delong) Pick. On February 27, 1965, he married the former Wanda L. Galer, who survives.

​He retired from Pennsylvania House​ Furniture, where he worked...

Jacinda Faye Oberholtzer

Jacinda Faye Oberholtzer

Jul 15, 2025

Jacinda Faye Oberholtzer, infant daughter of Daryl S. and Alyssa R. (Martin) Oberholtzer of Mifflinburg, entered into rest on her date of birth, Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

In addition to her loving parents, she is survived by her paternal grandparents, Melvin R. and Irene Z. Oberholtzer of Mifflinburg; maternal grandparents, Alson L. and Faith W. Martin of Mifflinburg; paternal great-grandparents, Allen...

Anna Martin Shirk

Anna Martin Shirk

Jul 8, 2025

Anna Martin Shirk, 85, of Mifflinburg, entered into rest on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at her residence.

Born on August 1, 1939, in Ephrata, a daughter of the late Ezra Sensening and Maria (Martin) Zimmerman. On December 1, 1960, in Ephrata, she married Eli Weaver Shirk, who survives.

Anna was a member of the Mountain View Old Order Mennonite Church.

Surviving in addition...

David Lamar Clough

David Lamar Clough

Jul 8, 2025

David Lamar Clough, 93 of Lewisburg, died July 8, 2025, at Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village.

He was born September 30, 1931, in Wiconisco, Dauphin County, Pa. The son of Arthur and Ruth Clough. On February 15, 1964, he married the former Elizabeth Welker, who is now deceased.

David was a graduate of Wiconisco High School and Wharton Evening School of Accounting and...

Rasoul James Houdeshell

Rasoul James Houdeshell

Jun 25, 2025

Rasoul James Houdeshell, 32, of Mifflinburg, unexpectedly entered into rest on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at his residence.

Born on January 15, 1993, in Philadelphia, PA, the son of Benjamin A. Houdeshell, Sr, and Brenda Houdeshell. 

Rasoul was a graduate of Mifflinburg High School.

He enjoyed watching cartoons, going for rides with his family, and visiting his grandma’s house.

In addition to his parents,...

Joseph Edgar Hoffman

Joseph Edgar Hoffman

Jun 24, 2025

Joseph Edgar Hoffman, 80, of Mifflinburg, peacefully entered into rest on June 24, 2025, at his residence.

He was born on August 23, 1944, in Dauphin County, a son of the late Carl Joseph and Esther Elizabeth (Cassell) Hoffman. He was previously married to the late Sheryl Jane Hoffman.

On May 7, 2016, in Toronto, Canada, he married Irene Joyce (Smith) Douglas,...

Gregory Eugene Derk

Gregory Eugene Derk

Jun 7, 2025

Gregory Eugene Derk, 63, of Lewisburg, tragically and unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at his residence.

He was born on May 29, 1962, in Lewisburg, the son of Ronald E. Derk of Lewisburg and the late Bonnie Lou (Klinger) Derk.

Greg was a graduate of the Lewisburg High School class of 1980 and went on to attend the Williamsport...

Jane M. Zimmerman

Jane M. Zimmerman

Jun 4, 2025

Jane M. Zimmerman, 86, of Millmont, entered into rest on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at her residence.

Born on February 15, 1939, in Danville, PA, a daughter of the late Therlow B. and Laura J. (Libby) Strickler. On November 7, 1959, she married Russell L. Zimmerman, who passed away on July 21, 2019. They had one son, Bryan R. Zimmerman, who...

Carol F. Wilson

Carol F. Wilson

May 27, 2025

Carol F. Wilson, 78, of Millmont, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 27, surrounded by her loving family. While her time on Earth ended suddenly, she left for Heaven's gates with a life beautifully lived and deeply loved.

Born on January 11, 1947, in Lewisburg, Carol was the daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy (Bilger) Shively. On April 4, 1966,...

Robert A Spangler

Robert A Spangler

May 22, 2025

Dr. Robert Allen Spangler, 83, of Winfield, entered into eternal rest on May 22, 2025, at his residence.

Born on July 24, 1941, in Buffalo Twp., Union County, the son of the late Woodrow Wilson and Ellen (Miller) Spangler. On June 10, 1967, he married the love of his life, Barbara Anne Reish, who passed away on July 9, 2023.

Robert attended...

Christy Ann (Whitmer) Dooley

Christy Ann (Whitmer) Dooley

May 20, 2025

Christy Ann (Whitmer) Dooley, 72, of Lewisburg, entered into rest at 5:25 am on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Watsontown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Born on May 6, 1953, a daughter of the late James R. Whitmer and Christine T. Whitmer.

She attended Saint Cyril Academy, Danville, PA.

Christy enjoyed horseback riding, lighthouses, and spending time with family.

Surviving are two brothers, Walter and...

Marilyn Dixon

Marilyn Dixon

May 15, 2025

Marilyn, 78 of Shamokin Dam, unexpectedly passed away on May 16th, 2025, surrounded by family. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. She was survived by her daughter, Debra, 41, of Northumberland, and her grandchildren: Eric, 23, of Harrisburg, Devon, 19, of Sunbury, Aera, 11, and Asa, 7, of Northumberland. She was also survived by her sisters, Virginia, Suzanne, and June, as well as...

Thomas J Stephenson

Thomas J Stephenson

May 10, 2025

Thomas J. Stephenson, Jr., 57, of Lewisburg, entered into rest on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital.

Born on August 11, 1967, he was the son of the late Thomas J. Stephenson Sr and Lillian (Drake) Stephenson.

Thomas was a graduate of Kittatinny Regional High School and attended college at Allegheny County Community College to study criminal justice. Thomas...

Barbara J. Book

Barbara J. Book

May 5, 2025

Barbara Jean Harris Book, 85, of Lewisburg, passed away on May 5, 2025, after fighting a brief illness.

She was born on September 19, 1939, in Johnstown, PA, a daughter of the late Joseph Samuel and Leona Mae (Lee) Harris.

She spent her formative years in the orphanage at the Gamber House on the now-Riverwoods campus, where she played the saxophone. In...

Rodney J. Conner

Rodney J. Conner

May 3, 2025

Rodney J. Conner, 76, of Lewisburg, entered into rest on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg.

Born on April 1, 1949, in Jackson, MI, the son of the late Floyd L. and Evelyn B. (Kleinknight) Conner. On June 8, 1973, in Grand Rapids, MI, he married the former Linda K. Shawback, who survives him. Together, they shared...

Debbie Sue Mowery

Debbie Sue Mowery

Apr 21, 2025

Debbie Sue Mowery, a woman of great love, strength and perseverance, went to be with Jesus after passing away peacefully at her home in New Berlin on Monday, April 21, 2025. At just 62, she will be remembered as vibrant, compassionate, fun-loving, and devoted to her family.

Born on August 3, 1962, in Lewisburg, Debbie was the daughter of Ronald Sr....