Baronick Funeral Home

04/20/2026

Margaret L. “Peggy” Zaffuto, Age 95 of Sykesville, PA died Friday, April 17, 2026 at Penn Highlands Jefferson Manor in Brookville, PA.
Born on August 7, 1930 in Rose Township, Jefferson County, she was the daughter of the late James C. and Joy (Engle) Carberry.
On June 8, 1957, she married her husband of 49 years, Samuel C. Zaffuto. He preceded her in death on September 20, 2006.
Peggy was a homemaker and had previously worked for the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.
She was a member of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church, and found great peace and relaxation in the outdoors. Peggy was well known for her beautiful flower garden and her green thumb. Above all, she held a deep and quiet faith in God and was a wonderful mother and grandmother.
She is survived by six children (Samuel J. Zaffuto and his wife Angela of Sykesville, PA, Konnie Flounlacker of Landisville, PA, Joseph Zaffuto of Sykesville, PA, Michael Zaffuto and his wife Joi of Brookville, PA, and Mark Zaffuto and Kara Zaffuto, both of Sykesville, PA), seven grandchildren( Kevin Flounlacker and his wife Laura, Zachary Flounlacker and his wife Rachel, Morgan Zaffuto and his wife Angie, and Jenessa, Maria, Michael, and Anthony Zaffuto), and seven great grandchildren (Waylon, Henry and Conrad Zaffuto, and Hadley, Leighton, Violet, and Parker Flounlacker).
She was preceded in death by her son in law (John Flounlacker), two sisters (Pearl Guthrie and Jeanne Carberry), and a brother (James Carberry).
The family would like to thank the staff of the Jefferson Manor for their loving care.
There will be no public visitation.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10 a.m. from Holy Spirit Parish at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Sykesville with Fr. John Malthaner as celebrant.
Burial will follow in Assumption Cemetery.
The Baronick Funeral Home and Crematorium Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com

04/20/2026

04/17/2026

Kathleen A. Cain, age 65 of Reynoldsville, PA died Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

Born on May 8, 1960 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Patricia G. Bundy.

Kathleen is survived by her son Cody Cain (Allie Donahue) of Falls Creek, and her three beloved grandchildren, Sydney, Alex, and Cohen.

Kathleen dedicated 45 years of her life to her work as a cosmetologist, spending the last 22 years at the salon “A Style For You”, where she was truly loved and adored. She took great pride in her profession and deeply valued the friendships she built with her clients over the years.

Her greatest joy in life was her family. She cherished her son, her future daughter-in-law, and especially her grandchildren. Kathleen also enjoyed spending time with loved ones, even in the simplest ways- like relaxing on the back porch and appreciating life’s quiet moments.

Kathy will be remembered for her kind soul, her generous spirit, and her incredibly big heart.

In accordance with her wishes, no formal memorial service will be held. A celebration of life will be arranged by the family at a later date.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences can be sent to www.baronickfuneralhome.com

04/16/2026

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04/15/2026

Geraldine “Gerry” Guzel of DuBois, PA passed away on April 12, 2026 after a long illness. Gerry’s last days were spent in comfort at the DuBois Nursing Home, where her nurses provided care and love that went above and beyond what was expected.
Born on September 17, 1946 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence Guzel, and Loretta (Arbuckle) and Richard Schweitzer.
Born and raised near Pittsburgh, PA, Gerry was a longtime resident of DuBois. She worked for many years at Maple Avenue Hospital. As the admissions supervisor, she helped that department transition into the DuBois Regional Medical Center.
Gerry had a life-long love of nature and music, and had an interest in paleontology and archaeology. She enjoyed sharing these interests with her children and later, with her grandchildren. She frequently took her grandchildren on nature hikes and fossil hunts, and she enjoyed taking her family to concerts, and the Nutcracker ballet.
She is survived by two daughters; Rachelle Figura (Steve Bay) of Kill Devil Hills, NC and Jennifer (Sean) Kopp of Brockway, and a sister Gail Love of Pittsburgh. Gerry’s greatest legacy is her grandchildren; Nicole (Robert) Walsh, Alexandra (Brian) Kane, Derrick (Grace) Polohonki, and Erin (Dylan) King, as well as three great-grandchildren; Callen Kane, Roman Polohonki, and Jesse Polohonki.
Gerry was preceded in death by a sister Rena Tulipana, and a brother Lawrence Guzel, Jr.
A private memorial will be held for the immediate family at the home of Gerry’s granddaughter.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the DuBois Nursing Home, 212 S 8th St, DuBois, PA 15801 or online at https://duboisccci.com/index.php/giving-donations.
The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences can be sent to www.baronickfuneralhome.com

04/15/2026

Samuel E. “Sammy” Duttry, Jr., age 60 of Punxsutawney, PA, died Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Punxsutawney Area Hospital.

Born on October 9, 1965 in DuBois, PA, he was the son of Samuel E. Duttry, Sr. and the late Carol D. (Marsh) Duttry.

Sammy was Protestant by faith, and a member of the Free Methodist Church. He enjoyed watching movies, feeding wildlife, and fishing.

He had work at CJ Packaging in DuBois, PA for a number of years.

Along with his father, Sammy is survived by his siblings (Michael S. Duttry, and Mark S. Duttry and his wife Tanya, both of Sabula, PA, and Sheri L. Bush and her husband Brian of DuBois, PA), and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents (Rex and Sara Dodson), and paternal grandparents (Andrew and Daisy Viola Duttry).

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026 from 4 – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Pastor Brian Spencer officiating.

Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Epilepsy Foundation 3540 Crain Highway, Suite 675, Bowie, MD 20716.

Online condolences may be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com

04/13/2026

Sandi L. Henry, age 58 of DuBois, PA died Friday, April 10, 2026 at her home.

Born on July 24, 1967 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Robert G. Williams and Janet (Bush) Brubaker and her husband Harold “Hod” Brubaker.

Sandi was a homemaker and loved going to the beach. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Sandi is survived by her children (Naithan Deyarmin, and Brittany Bell and her husband Brian, both of DuBois, PA, and Brooke Butler of Indiana, PA), four grandchildren (Addison and Savannah Deyarmin, J.J. Bell, and Antonio Ward), her siblings (Michael McGough and his wife Stephanie of Ocalla, FL, Brenda Hendricks and her husband Jeff, Diana Horn and her husband Alan, Cary Platt and her husband Rob, all of Rockton, PA, and Tara Bennett and her husband Stacey of DuBois, PA), her longtime companion (Jeff Roy of DuBois, PA), step sister (Karen DeLoia and her husband Tony of DuBois, PA), and step brother (Kevin Brubaker of Rockton, PA).

She was preceded in death by her step brother (Gary Brubaker).

As per Sandi’s wishes, there will be no public visitation and a service will be held at the convenience of the family.

The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences can be sent to www.baronickfuneralhome.com