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03/19/2026

Shirley Dawn (Lamon) Young, of 96 Mifflin X Road, Mifflinville, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on March 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends.

She was predeceased in 2011 by the love of her life, her husband, Robert C. Young, with whom she shared 61 years of marriage; her brother, Donald Lamon; and her parents, Mary and Leo Lamon.

Shirley was a woman whose warmth could be felt by everyone she met. She lived her life with compassion, strength, and generosity, always putting others before herself. Her presence brought comfort, her laughter brought joy, and her wisdom guided those fortunate enough to know her.

She cherished her role as a supportive wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother above all else. Shirley is survived by her loving children, Jan Young Heller (Bethlehem), Mark Young (Mifflinville) and his wife, Diane, and Kelly Young (Mifflinville) and his wife, Maria; her beloved grandchildren, Jenna Berninger Roller (Trace), Emily Young Johnson (Nathan), Brianne Young, Ryan Young (Ellexis), and Hayley Young; and her treasured great-grandchildren, Giavanna Grutza, Maliyah Kearney, Barrett Roller, Grant Johnson, Bowen Roller, and Evan Johnson. Her family was the center of her world, and she created a home filled with care, support, and countless memories that will be treasured forever.

Shirley found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved flower gardening, putting puzzles together, and playing cards. In her earlier years, she enjoyed riding motorcycles and snowmobiles with family and friends. She took great pride in maintaining her large, expansive lawn, often spending hours mowing and caring for it. She was active in Christian Women’s groups and participated in many church-related activities, reflecting her deep faith and commitment to her community. She was also extremely generous, supporting many Christian charities. Shirley loved to travel, especially when she could persuade Bob to join her on trips, including cruises to Alaska and travels through Italy. She was well known for her baking—especially her excellent pies—and her world-class applesauce, which will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of enjoying it.

She is deeply missed by her loved ones, who will carry her memory in their hearts always. Though she is no longer with us, her love and influence will continue to live on in the lives she touched.

A viewing will be held Monday, March 23, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5th and Race Streets, Mifflinville, PA. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, March 24, at 11:00 AM, with a viewing preceding the service, beginning at 10 AM all at St. John’s Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Mifflinville Cemetery alongside her husband.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Camp Victory, Millville, PA (http://campvictory.org); AGAPE, 851 Railroad St., P.O. Box 424, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 (http://agapelovefromabove.org); or Animal Resource Center, P.O. Box 439, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 (http://nokillARC.org).

The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., of Benton is honored to serve the Young family. For online condolences or additional information, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com.

03/16/2026

Clinton D. Hittle, 55, of Trout Run and formerly of Benton, passed away on March 12, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Clinton was born February 6, 1971 in Bloomsburg, son of Josephine Ann (Snyder) Hittle and the late Kenneth Wayne Hittle.

Clinton graduated from Benton High School and went on to earn his bachelors degree from Bloomsburg University. He worked as a Hydrologist for the U.S. Geological Survey for 29 years. Clinton enjoyed hiking, camping, fishing, watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and spending time in Canada with family and friends.

He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth (Debiak) Hittle; his daughter, Catherine Hittle; his mother, Josephine (Snyder) Hittle of Bloomsburg; brothers, Audie and his wife Karina of Aldie, VA, Monty and his wife Willow of Bloomsburg, Darby and his wife Dawn of Clinton, CT; brother-in-law, Mark Beishline of Stillwater; and nephew, Justin Beishline along with many nieces and nephews.

Clinton is preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Wayne Hittle and his sister, Lou Jean Beishline.

A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.

Donations in Clinton’s memory may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (www.pancan.org).

The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., of Benton is honored to serve the Hittle family. For online condolences or additional information, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com.

02/26/2026

Linda S. (Kreischer) Heaps, 84, of Mt. Pleasant Township, died Tuesday evening, February 24, 2026 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born July 12, 1941 in Berwick, she was a daughter of the late Freas and Marguerite H. (Long) Kreischer. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Paul W. Heaps, on June 25, 2022.

Mrs. Heaps was a graduate of Berwick High School. She had been employed by the Berwick Public Library and later ran the Columbia County Traveling Library. In later years she was the accounting manager for Techniserve Inc. until her retirement.

Her hobbies including gardening and making greeting cards. She also enjoyed traveling and sailing with her late husband.

Surviving, are her son, Paul W. Heaps II and his wife Valerie, of Benton; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren, and her son-in-law, Michael Diltz, of Benton.

Along with her husband, Paul and her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Melinda Diltz, on April 30, 2025.

Private Services will be held at the convenience of the family with burial in Benton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Amyloidosis Foundation by going to www.amyloidosis.org or to the Berwick Public Library, 500 Market Street, Berwick, PA 18603.

The McMichael Funeral home, Inc. is honored to serve the Heaps Family. For online condolences or for additional information, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com

02/23/2026

Sheila E. (Davenport) Tripp, 75, of rural Stillwater, (Huntington Township), died early Monday morning, February 23, 2026 at the Gardens at Millville.

Born May 15, 1950 in Nanticoke, she was a daughter of the late Cletus V. and Audrey (Beaver) Davenport. She and her husband, Kenneth V. Tripp, would have celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary on August 3rd.

Sheila was a 1968 graduate of Northwest Area High School and earned her Associate Degree in Social Services from Luzerne County Community College.

She drove a van for special needs children three years for the Wyoming Valley West and Northwest Area School Districts. She had also been employed by the former Bonham Nursing Center, Stillwater.

She enjoyed being a homemaker; cooking, baking, sewing and even wallpapering. She also was an avid reader and enjoyed writing.

Surviving, in addition to her husband, Ken, are her two daughters: Charlotte K. Moss and her husband, David, of Stillwater; Spring R. Leamont and her husband, Lou, of Benton; five grandchildren: Dustin, Colton, Olivia, Roman and Moriah; one great granddaughter, Peyton; her siblings: Harry W. Warner, Richard Davenport, and Faith Garrett, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Troy Matthew Tripp in June 1991 and by a brother, Terry Davenport.

Services will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11 A. M. at the McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., 4394 Red Rock Road, Benton (State Route 487). Friends and relatives will be received Saturday from 10 AM until the time of the Service at 11 at McMichael's. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Compassus Hospice, 575 Montour Blvd., Suite 1, Bloomsburg, PA 17815.

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02/19/2026

John H. "Jay" Zimmerman, of rural Orangeville (Fishing Creek Township), died Wednesday evening, February 18, 2026 at the Gardens at Orangeville.

Born January 29, 1925 in Huntington Township, Luzerne County, he was a son of the late John R. and Jennie Maude (Sheerer) Zimmerman. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 78 years, Lyle H. (Hunsinger) Zimmerman, on February 14th.

He was educated in a one room school house at Sunshine, Jonestown, Fishing Creek and then attended Benton High School.

Jay faithfully and honorably served his country in the U. S. Army during World War II, as a Technician Fifth Grade, Headquarters Battery, 721st Field Artillery Battalion, 66th Division. Among others, he served in the battles and campaigns in Northern France. He was awarded the World War II Victory Medal; the EAME Campaign Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.

Jay was a machinist by trade and was employed by the Magee Carpet Company in Bloomsburg and later for Penn-DOT and then Bloomsburg Carpet Company, retiring in 1990. He also attended Penn State / Hazleton to obtain his Real Estate License and then worked as a Real Estate Agent for Safe Buy.

He was a member of the Stillwater Christian Church where he and his wife assisted with the clothing give-away program. He was previously an active member of the Jonestown
United Methodist Church where he served as Sunday School Superintendent and a trustee. He was a Past Master of Oriental Lodge, No. 460, F. & A. M., of Orangeville and served on the board of the Antique Car Club of Berwick.

Jay was a member of the local Barbershoppers for ten years; bowled on a bowling league for the Magee Carpet Company and collected old hit and miss gas engines, along with restoring antique cars and motorcycles. Jay especially enjoyed and cherished the time that he spent with his family.

Surviving are his two daughters: Lynn Z. Fritz and her husband, Robert, of Bendertown; Karen Z. Wenner and her husband, Edwin, of Orangeville; five grandchildren: Stephanie Klush and her husband, Dale; Brooke Bergstrom and her husband, Neil; Brent Beishline and his fiancée, Nikki; Bethany Beishline Schmidt and her husband, Ross; Douglas Wenner and his wife, Lori and eleven great grandchildren.

The Family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at the Gardens at Orangeville and Compassus Hospice for the compassionate care that was provided to both Jay and Lyle.

Graveside services will be held at a later date at the Jonestown Cemetery with Pastor Scott Lyons, Stillwater Christian Church, officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Stillwater Christian Church, 39 McMichael Street, Stillwater, PA 17878. The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc. of Benton, is honored to serve the Zimmerman Family. For online condolences or additional information, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com

02/16/2026

Lyle H. (Hunsinger) Zimmerman, 100, of rural Orangeville (Fishing Creek Township), died early Saturday morning, February 14, 2026 at the Gardens at Orangeville.

Born March 29, 1925 in Nescopeck, she was a daughter of the late Hiram Benjamin Hunsinger and Lella (Michael) Hunsinger. She and her husband, John H. "Jay" Zimmerman, would have celebrated their 79th wedding anniversary on June 27th.

Lyle was a 1943 graduate of the former Nescopeck High School. She had been employed by the former Berwick Shirt Factory and Benton Milco.

She was a member of the Stillwater Christian Church and formerly of the Jonestown United Methodist Church, where she was a Sunday School teacher for many years. She also assisted with the clothing give-away program at the Stillwater Church.

Years ago, she was a Girl Scout Leader in Nescopeck; bowled in a ladies bowling league in Berwick and sang with the Sweet Adelines. She was a former member of the Benton Chapter, Order of Eastern Star.

She enjoyed being a homemaker and was known for her cooking, baking and especially for her homemade pies. Upon her retirement in 1974, she dedicated her life to babysitting her grandchildren and taking care of her family.

Surviving in addition to her husband, Jay, are two daughters: Lynn Z. Fritz and her husband, Robert, of Bendertown; Karen Z. Wenner and her husband, Edwin, of Orangeville; five grandchildren: Stephanie Klush and her husband, Dale; Brooke Bergstrom and her husband, Neil; Brent Beishline and his fiancée, Nikki; Bethany Beishline Schmidt and her husband, Ross; Douglas Wenner and his wife, Lori and eleven great grandchildren.

She was the last member of her immediate family and in addition to her parents, was preceded in death by two brothers: Roy and Ross Hunsinger and by two sisters: Phyllis Watts and Hildred Stout.

The Family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at the Gardens at Orangeville for the compassionate care that was provided.

Graveside services will be held at a later date at the Jonestown Cemetery with Pastor Scott Lyons, Stillwater Christian Church, officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Stillwater Christian Church, 39 McMichael Street, Stillwater, PA 17878. The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc. of Benton, is honored to serve the Zimmerman Family. For online condolences or additional information, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com

02/10/2026

Eleanor Ruth (Fausey) Drabot, 96, of Rohrsburg, died Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Celebration Villa of Berwick, where she had been a resident for the past three years.

Born December 11, 1929 in Greenwood Township, she was a daughter of the late Ray A. and Myrtle M. (Rhone) Fausey. She was preceded in death by her husband, William C. "Bill" Drabot, on December 1, 2002.

Eleanor was a graduate of Millville High School and had done domestic work in the area for most of her life.

She had been a long time and active member of Greenwood Christian Church. Her hobbies included traveling, reading, music, collecting World War II information and in her younger years, she enjoyed refinishing furniture.

Surviving are Nieces, Johannah (Gary) Naus and Kay Harmon; a Nephew, Eugene R. (Mary) Fausey; Great Nephew, Gary R. Naus, Jr.; Great Nieces: Kimberly J. Muir and Lisa Fausey; Great-Great nephews: Brock, Reade, and Chase Conner; Tyler Naus; Great-Great Niece, Kenzie Naus; Great-Great-Great Nephews: Clay and Brennan Conner.

Along with her parents and husband, Bill, she was preceded in death by
a sister, Eva M. Fausey; a brother, Eugene B. Fausey; and a Great Niece, Rachel S. Fausey.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2 PM at the McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., 4394 Red Rock Road, Benton (State Route 487). Burial will be in the Benton Cemetery. A Visitation will be held Friday, February 20th from 1 PM until the time of the service at 2 at McMichael's. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Greenwood Christian Church or to a Veteran's organization of the donor's choice.

The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., Benton, is honored to serve Eleanor's Family. For online condolences or for additional information, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com

02/03/2026

Paul O. Bitler, 87, of Bloomsburg, passed away on January 24, 2026.

He was born June 3, 1938 in Millville, PA to the late Otis E. & Geraldine (Knorr) Bitler.

Paul graduated from Millville High School and went on to serve in the United States Air Force for 22 years. During that time, he served two tours in Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star, the Defense Commendation Medal, and the Air Force Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster. After his retirement in the USAF, Paul worked at the Naval Weapons Station in Yorktown, VA for 16 years. Upon his retirement from the Naval Weapons Station, Paul served in the Newport News Police Dept. for five years and an additional ten years for the Newport News Auxiliary Police Dept until his retirement in 1999.

During his free time Paul was an International Harvester antique collector, he also completely refurbished two Farmall tractors and he enjoyed playing classical and country music on his guitar.

He is survived by his daughter, Brenda L. Johns and her husband, Christopher of Linden, PA; his adopted daughter, Jenette Bitler of Hughesville; his grandson, Christopher Johns, II; two adopted grandchildren, Marshall Hinkal and Charles Mayer, II; and his siblings, Barbara Pegg of Espy, Phyllis Beck of Greenwood Valley, Joan Procino and her husband Vince of Avondale, PA, Dennis Bitler of Williamsport, Gerald Bitler of Pine Center, Carol Dronek and her husband, Paul of Sweet Valley and Janice Laphen and her husband, Charles of Newtown Square, PA.

A graveside service will take place at the Pine Center Cemetery at a future date to be announced.

The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., of Benton is honored to serve Paul’s family. For online condolences or additional information please visit our website at: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com.

02/01/2026

Betty H. (Kingsbury) Remley, 87, of Divide, passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2026.

Born January 14, 1939 in Red Rock to the late Paul and Anna (Laycock) Kingsbury.

Betty was the first graduating class from Northwest High School in 1957 and went to work at Dockey’s shirt factory in Benton while milking the family’s cows at home after her father’s passing. Her favorite job came after she married her loving husband, Carl Remley and became a full-time farmer’s wife. She later went into food service at Clearbrook Lodge, and later Nannas Restaurant. Together they ran the Dairy Farm, which was a life full of hard work, but they loved doing it together. She also loved being in the kitchen, baking, quilt-making, and having big family get-togethers. Enjoying 53 years of marriage until Carl passing in 2014, she will be reunited with Carl and loved ones in Heaven

She is survived by her children, Anna Parks and her husband, William, Carla Emery and her husband, Mark, and Paul Remley and his friend, Stephen Werner, all of Divide; nine grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Carl D. Remley; brothers, Jack and Dale Kingsbury; stepson, Gregory D. Remley; and grandson, Justin L. Moyer.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11 a.m. at the McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., in Benton. A visitation will precede the service beginning at 10 a.m. where the family will receive friends. Interment at Waller Cemetery will immediately follow the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital (www.stjude.org) of which Betty was an avid supporter; and to the Divide Union Church, c/o Carla Emery, 114 Andys Hill Road, Benton, PA 17814.

The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., of Benton is honored to serve the Remley family. For online condolences or additional information please visit our website at: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com.

01/30/2026

Donna Sutton Deeter, 57, of York, Pennsylvania, passed away on January 28, 2026. Donna was a radiant presence in the lives of all who knew her, a woman whose joy, generosity, and sunshine -filled spirit truly lit up every room she entered.
Born in Germany on May 15, 1968, where her Dad was stationed, they moved to Benton when she was 3 months old. She graduated from Benton class of 1986 and then graduated from Bloomsburg University. She dedicated over 26 years of her professional life to Fulton Bank, where she was known not only for her reliability and dedication, but for her kindness, warmth, and genuine care for others.
Donna's greatest love was her family and friends. She is survived by her beloved son, Mason Deeter, who was the center of her world; her father, Dick Sutton; and her mother, Tina Sutton. Donna poured her heart into the people that she loved, making each person feel seen, heard, and deeply valued. She was a wonderful listener, endlessly dependable, and someone others could always count on.
Donna had a gift for celebration. She found joy in gift giving, themed parties, crafting, shopping, and especially Christmas, her favorite season, which perfectly matched her bright, joyful spirit. She delighted in creating magical moments for others and had an extraordinary ability to make people feel loved simply be being herself.
Above all, Donna will be remembered for her generous heart, her genuine kindness, and the happiness she spread so effortlessly. Her joyful spirit leaves a lasting imprint on everyone fortunate enough to have known her.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 3p.m. at the McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., of Benton. A visitation will precede the service beginning at 1p.m. where the family will receive friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Donna's memory to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org).
The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., of Benton, is honored to serve Donna's Family. For online condolences or for additional information, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com

01/28/2026

H. Jolene Campbell Stackhouse, 88, of rural Stillwater passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, following a brief illness. Born in Sugarloaf Township, Jolene was the daughter of the late Harry M. and Vera (Hartzell) Campbell, and second mother Lavenia (Deitrick) Campbell.

On February 23, 1955, at Town Hill UMC, Jolene married her beloved husband Arnold, who she met while square dancing, forming a bond that lasted over 70 years. Together they were the proud parents of daughter, Paula, wife of Mark Britten, Watsontown, son Armand of Orangeville, and daughter Myra, wife of John Golomb, Orangeville. They have eleven grandchildren: Heather Perko, Seth (Puja) Britten, Sara (Brian) Fink, Atchley (Tyson) Stackhouse, Shawn Miller, Alissa (Jeremy) Keeney, Adrian Stackhouse, Anna Stackhouse, Dylan Golomb, Dagaen Golomb, and Kaytiona (Sam) Masters. Their large family includes nineteen great-grandchildren: Kylan, Emmet, Rome, Daniel, Grace, Randi (Chris), Corey (Mattie), Maverick, Aleigha, Adalayde, Macson, Gavin, Sawyer, Hunter, Carter, Nicholas, Aubree, Ryder, and Oliver, and seven great-great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

In addition to her parents, Jolene is preceded in death by siblings Edward Campbell, Richard “Dick” Campbell, Cathy Beck, and Alfred “Tom” Gulliver. Surviving are sisters Elaine Sweet, Sheila Thompson, and Kay Stanton and her companion David Hampton, all of whom reside in the Benton area.

A 1955 graduate of Benton High School, Jolene enjoyed getting together with classmates and her Pot Luck ladies. After graduation, she was employed by ACME Markets, Hanover Foods, The Heritage House Restaurant, eventually retiring from Penn State University teaching nutrition and meal preparation through the EFNEP program. She kept the books for her husband’s business A.O. Stackhouse Plumbing, Heating, & Roofing for 53 years. She was an avid reader, especially enjoying James Michener’s writing, and loved to cut out interesting articles to share with family. Jolene was active in local politics, serving as committee woman for several years. She was also a 4-H leader. She loved local history, and was a tour guide for the Covered Bridge Festival bus tours to the bridges. She was a wealth of information, and this was especially apparent when doing genealogy. Whenever she met someone new, she would ask the names of their parents and had a remarkable ability to figure out family lineages on the spot. In the genealogy computer program she used, she had entered the names of 91, 613 relatives.

Jolene had a gift for music. She played piano, organ, accordion, and was learning to play the mandolin. She had a steady faith, and attended Rohrsburg Community Fellowship, where she was pianist for over fifty years and at one time led a youth choir.

She loved to prepare meals for family and friends. Anyone who stopped by would be offered something delicious to eat. If you were lucky enough to ever have her famous mac and cheese, bacon wrapped tenderloin, or sourdough buckwheat cakes, you got a little taste of heaven. She loved her garden, canning fresh food, and making sure nothing was ever wasted.

The swing on the front porch at Golder Hill Farm was her favorite place to ben and she could name every bird who came to the feeder.

Jolene showed care for her family in countless ways. She listened patiently, gave sage advice, and genuinely supported each of us in whatever we were doing. She loved big family gatherings and weekly Sunday dinners together. We will honor her life by remembering the lessons she taught simply by the way she lived, and by carrying on family traditions she loved.

In lieu of flowers (her favorite: Brown-eyed Susans), you may honor her memory with a donation to: Rohrsburg Community Fellowship, 706 Zaners-Rohrsburg Rd, Orangeville, PA 17859.

There will be no services at this time. Jolene requested that we celebrate her life by sharing stories, good food, and music together. Please join us for “Sunday Dinner” on July 19, 2026 at Raven Creek Community Hall at 12:30pm. If you play an instrument, please bring it along!

The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., of Benton, is honored to serve the Stackhouse family. For online condolences or additional information please visit our website at www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com.

01/28/2026

David W. Bardo, 78, of Benton, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at the UPMC Williamsport Hospital.

Dave was born December 2, 1947 in Bloomsburg, son of the late Eugene & Leona (Keeler) Bardo.

He graduated from Benton H.S. in 1966 and immediately enlisted in the military where he proudly served in the U.S. Army, Army Reserves and National Guard for 12 years during the Vietnam conflict. After returning from his military service Dave became an entrepreneur, most recently running the Central Park Hotel with his wife, Rose. He served 48 years as a volunteer firefighter with Benton, North Mountain, and Unityville. He was a member of East Greenwood Hunting Cabin, Racks Unlimited, and the Orangeville Sportsmen’s Club. He enjoyed hunting, trapping, fishing, tending to his garden, and most of all, spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his loving wife, Rose (O’Handley) Bardo; his children, Elizabeth Derr and her husband, Michael of Benton, J. Douglas Bardo and his wife, Mary Grace of Central, David Paul Bardo and his wife, Rachel of Sunbury, Julie Wang and her husband, Henry of NY, and Jennifer Kaleinek and her husband, Michael of Shickshinny; grandchildren, Kearsten, Zeke, Hailey, Hunter, Brittney, Caden, Nathan, Colton, and Austin; six great-grandchildren; and his brothers, Gene Bardo and his wife, Sherry, and Rick Bardo and his wife, Maryann.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 12 p.m. at the McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., in Benton, with Pastor Scott Lyons officiating. A visitation will precede the service beginning at 10 a.m. where the family will receive friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dave’s memory to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital (www.stjude.org); UPMC Foundation (note: Hospice of Central Pennsylvania), 1001 Grampian Blvd, Williamsport, PA 17701; and to Stillwater Christian Church, 39 McMichael St, Stillwater, PA 17878.

The Bardo family would like to give a special thanks to the Doctors and Nurses who provided care for Dave at UPMC Williamsport Hospital.

The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., of Benton is honored to serve the Bardo family. For online condolences or additional information please visit our website at: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com.