Gary W. Wolfe, 71, of Middlebury Center, passed away Saturday February 14, 2026, at his home.

He was born August 23, 1954, in Keyser, WV, the son of the late Leonard W. and Frances E. (Fanto) Wolfe.

He married the former Gloria A. Fuller, and they have been married for 52 years. Gary graduated from Keyser High School, Class of 1972, and owned and operated Wolfe Communications retiring in 2025. Gary was a faithful servant of the Lord and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a member and supporter of the Navajo BIC Mission, Bloomfield, NM, and made many visitations with shut-ins.

In addition to his wife, Gloria, Gary is survived by sons: Kristopher Wolfe, and Anthony (Jessica) Wolfe both of Middlebury Center; mother-in-law, Lois Fuller of Middlebury Center; brothers-in-law: Rex (Danelle) Fuller of Middlebury Center; and Floyd (Kate) Fuller of Millerton; grandchildren: Mitchell Wolfe, Alexandra Wolfe, Kaitlyn Wolfe, Garrett Wolfe, and Alyssa Wolfe, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Gene Fuller.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. The family suggest memorial contributions in Gary’s name to be made to the Navajo BIC Mission, 240 NM – 57, Bloomfield, NM 87413.

His arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.

Lila J. McLaughlin               “services slated”

Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Lila J. McLaughlin, 83, of Cyclone, at 1pm on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Hilltop Baptist Church, 3695 PA-646, Gifford, PA, with Pastor Max Simms, officiating.

Lila’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com

William D. “Bill” McKean, 83, of Smethport, passed away Monday (February 16, 2026) at UPMC-Hamot, Erie.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, 2-4 and 6-8PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Funeral Mass will be on Friday, Feb. 20, at 10AM in St. Elizabeth Church, Smethport.

A full obituary will be in Thursday’s edition.

Arrangements are under Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

David Robert Swaney of Bradford, 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Buffalo General Hospital.  

Born on January 21, 1946 in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the first son of Robert F. and June D. Swaney.  On July 10, 1971 he married Andrea J. Swaney of Punxsutawney.

In addition to his wife of almost 55 years, he is survived by one daughter, Stephanie (Erik) Wessel of Pinckney, Michigan and their son Andersson, Dave’s only grandchild; one son, Jared Swaney of Bradford; his sister, Linda (Aubrey) Raper of North Carolina; his brother, Scott (Bonnie) Swaney of Renfrew, Pa.; three nieces, Jessica, Saysha and Athena and three nephews, Noah, Jason and William.

Dave earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Clarion State College and became an elementary teacher.  He taught for 30 years in Bradford schools, where he loved his students and the camaraderie with his fellow teachers.  He taught Sunday school and youth group, and led adult Bible studies at West Branch Methodist Church and later at First United Methodist.  He was very involved in local outreach programs at both churches because he loved helping others.  He was a member of the Gideons International, helping to distribute Bibles on many occasions.  Dave also coached many different soccer teams throughout the years.

He loved to sing and act, participating in many community productions, the Contemporary Christian Choir and his churches’ choirs and praise team.

After a courageous battle with several rounds of a rare form of cancer, Dave succumbed to respiratory failure.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Destinations of Bradford, the American Cancer Society or the Gideons International.

A Memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church on Friday, February 20, at 11am. 

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

Irene M. Micale

February 21, 1930 — February 15, 2026

Irene M. Micale, 95, a resident of Pinecrest Manor, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk.

She was born on February 21, 1930 in Johnsonburg, PA, a daughter of the late William and Mary Hoh Zuraski.

On June 16, 1951, she married the late Tillio “Tink” Micale, who preceded her in death on November 24, 2006. Together they were blessed with more than 55 years of marriage.

Irene was a graduate of Wilcox High School, class of 1948. She was a lifelong, faithful member of Sacred Heart Church. She was a dedicated employee at the A & P for many years, a job she greatly enjoyed, and which gave her the opportunity to meet and make many friends. An avid Cinch player, Irene loved to play cards and always enjoyed a trip to the casino to try her luck. She also loved spending time with her family at their family reunions, as well as going camping. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, all of whom brought her great joy and were the light and love of her life.

Patricia L. HURD, 62, of Mills, PA, died Sunday, February 15, 2026 in UPMC Williamsport, PA.  

Born September 15, 1963, in Blossburg, she was the daughter of Richard G. and Roxie L. Houghtaling Sharp.  She was married to Clayton E. Hurd, who survives.

Surviving include: her husband, Clayton; three children, Nicole (Anthony) Soule, Jessica (Brandon) Lawrence, and Clayton (Jazmin) Hurd, Jr.; and five grandchildren, Dawson Walaski, Cedryck Walaski, Ava Hurd, Brayden Hurd-Soule, and Ella Hurd.  

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.  

Jill R. Jordan, 69, of Smethport, passed away Sunday (February 15, 2026) at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.

A full obituary will be announced by Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport. 

Howard H. Rathbun             “beloved father and grandfather”

CHRYSTAL, PA—-Howard H. Rathbun, 88, a lifelong resident of Chrystal, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in Cuba Memorial Hospital, Cuba, NY, after a short illness.

Born on Saturday, June 12, 1937 in Olean, NY, he was a son of Ernest and Margaret Hull Rathbun.  On December 31, 1958 in Arlington, Virginia, he married Melanie “Mel” Voorhees, who passed away on December 14, 2019.

Howard was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse.  He was employed by the former Dresser Rand in Olean, NY for 35 years, where he was a member and financial secretary for the Steelworkers Union.  He was also a co-owner of Rathbun Farm Maple Products in Chrystal.  He was a member and former president of the Chrystal Cemetery Association and was a former director of the Potter-Tioga Maple Producers, a former director of the Potter County Fair Association, a former director of the Potter County Livestock Committee and a former school board director of the Oswayo Valley School Board in Shinglehouse.  Howard enjoyed hunting and bird watching.

Sandra Kay “Sandy” Roulo, 83, of Lewis Run, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born July 19, 1942, in Olean NY, she was a daughter of the late Louise “Peg” (Albaugh) and Paul V. Trumbull. Sandy attended Bradford schools.

On July 29, 1961, in Portville NY, she married Joseph R. Roulo Sr., who preceded her in death on July 4, 2000.

Sandy had been employed at Corning Glass and Bradford Electronics for over 40 years.

Sandy was very active in several area clubs which included the Bradford Eagles Club, and the Bradford VFW Auxiliary, the Bradford Women of the Moose Auxiliary where she was an Officer. She enjoyed knitting and provided countless pairs of slippers for her grandchildren. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Sandy is survived by her five children; Jeffrey (Julia)  McLaughlin, of Bradford, Ronda (Dennis) Himes, of Lewis Run, Terri (Mike) Dolan, of Bradford, Charles (Lisa) Roulo, of Lewis Run, and Joseph (Karen) Roulo, of Bradford, her six grandchildren, Emily, Nolan, Carter, Ava, Davis, and Damien,  who gave her the nickname “Goowah”. Sandy is also survived by two brothers, David Trumbull, of Rochester NY, and Donny Trumbull, of Moriarty NM, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one grandson, Brian McLaughlin, one sister, Barbara Gervais, and one brother, Paul “Butch” Trumbull.

Family will receive friends on Wednesday February 18, 2026, from 4 PM to 7:00 PM in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 372 East Main St., where funeral services will be held at 10 am Thursday with Rev. Jay Tennies, Pastor of the Evans Memorial United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids and Cancer PO Box 1299 Bradford, PA 16701 or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com