Doris June Ansinger

1940 - 2026

Doris June Ansinger, 85, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born in Punxsutawney on June 7, 1940, a daughter of the late John W. Lantz and Ruth Rosaline (Kerr) Lantz.
Doris previously worked at AM/PM Personal Care home, where she filled various roles from caregiving to preparing meals for the residents.
For over 30 years, she shared a beautiful companionship with Michael Joseph Dubensky. He preceded her in death on May 2, 2014.
She was a true family woman, whose greatest joy came from being surrounded by those she loved the most. Her days were often spent watching her grandchildren, not just as a caregiver, but as a steady, loving presence in their everyday lives. To her family, she wasn't just a grandmother - she was the heart of the home, and her love will live on in every life she touched.
In her free time, Doris loved her tending to her flower gardens. She carefully tucked garden gnomes among the flowers, adding a touch of charm to her outdoor sanctuary. She also had a fondness for collecting owls. She is fondly remembered for always having a Boston terrier dog by her side for many years as well.
She is survived by two children, Connie Ansinger of Punxsutawney, and Thomas (Elaine) Ansinger of Saucier, Mississippi; her lifelong partner's son also, Joseph Dubensky; nine grandchildren, whom she dearly loved, Michael (Nichole) Ansinger of Rochester Mills, Adayna (Benjamin) Sharp of Reynoldsville, Kira (Justin) Elbel of Punxsutawney, Bretton (Stephanie) Ansinger of Anita, Jason Ansinger of Brookville, Richard J. Ansinger III of Reynoldsville, Kay-Lyn (Alexandria) Loveall of Nutley, New Jersey, Drew (Ashley) Borden of Biloxi, Mississippi and Natasha (Patrick) Wagner of Shippenville; 26 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren; two sisters, Susan Fleming of Punxsutawney, and Joyce (Todd) Anderson of Reynoldsville; one brother, John "Bud" (Marliyn) Lantz of Florida; and sister in-law Annette Cochran of Oliveburg.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Richard J. Ansinger II; three brothers, infant James Cochran, Ronald Cochran and Edward Lantz; and one sister, Ruth Rhoades.
Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until noon on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, at Shumaker Funeral Home, Inc., Punxsutawney. A funeral service will be held at noon at the funeral home, officiated by Jeff Stahlman. Interment will follow at Burkett Hollow Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.shumakerfh.com.