Obituaries

February 27, 2025

Albert Tiernan Jr. – Roscoe

Albert Tiernan Jr., 63, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, in Roscoe, Pa. He was the son of the late “Al” Sr. and Lois Check Tiernan of Roscoe. Albert ret ired from Penn Highlands Hospital Food Services Department and was a lifelong member of the Roscoe Sportsmen’s Association. Albert will be missed by his sisters, Marie (Tom) Russell of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Allie (Mike) Bryand of Wilmington, N.C.; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins and many hunting buddies. A memorial service is planned for spring 2025. Arrangements have been entrusted to MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC., Roscoe. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.

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