Rebecca L. Keller, 52, of Bradford, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at UPMC Williamsport, Williamsport, PA.
She was born on December 30, 1973 in Bradford, a daughter of Harry and Joyce McCracken Keller of Bradford.
She was a 1992 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.
The most important thing in Rebecca’s life was her family and she loved spending time with them.
Gregory A. ORDIWAY, 41, of Genesee, PA, formerly of Wellsville and Andover, NY, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Washington, PA. Born October 26, 1984, in Wellsville, he was the son of Gordon Ordiway and Wendy Clark Bartow.
He was employed by M&A Resources and was recently promoted to operator. Greg always listened to his tunes, loved riding his Harley, and couldn’t get enough of his “Roughneck Life” with his crew. He was passionate about his family.
Surviving are: his fiancée, Danette Wright of Genesee; four children, Kaidan Michael Smith of Elmira, Hanna Grace Deming of Wellsville, Raegan Ordiway and Kennedy Ordiway, both of Genesee; Danette’s daughter, Kiara Greenman of Scio; a grandson, Hudson Lee Smith; his mother, Wendy (John) Bartow of Andover; his father, Gordon (Jill) Ordiway of Belmont; a sister, Ashley Ordiway of Almond; a brother, Gordon (Amanda) Ordiway of Bolivar; two step-brothers, Ryan (Johnie) Ralyea of Angelica and Cory (Kathy) Ralyea of Angelica; paternal grandmother, Glenda Ordiway of Andover; maternal grandparents, Ted and Sally Clark of Richburg; step-grandparents, James (Susan) Rosenburger of Belmont; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Wayne Ordiway; paternal grandmother, Sharon Smith; and two uncles.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust & Embser Funeral Homes & Cremation, 34 West State Street, Wellsville, NY on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Belmont American Legion or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Tionesta, Pa.: Twenty volunteers for wildlife showed up on Sunday, 3/1, at Tionesta Lake to do the hard work of cutting and piling alder to both renew the old alder and to create more brush piles for small wildlife. And the sun decided to make an appearance – what a nice day to create wildlife habitat after almost two months of cold, ice, and snow. Many of the volunteers were members of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) and American Woodcock Society (AWS) in both Pennsylvania and New York.
The project day was supported by volunteers from the following RGS or AWS Chapters: Allegheny Northwoods, Appalachian Plateau (NY), Greater Pittsburg, and Upland Bird Hunt (UBH); and Camp Co for Conservation.
WHEN: Saturday, March 28th, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm. Bingo starts at 12:30 pm
WHERE: American Legion Hall, 2 Buffalo St, Coudersport, PA
TICKETS: $30 per person. Includes Light Snacks and Chocolate Desserts.
TICKETS can be reserved by phone at 814-274-0368, purchased at our office, or purchased from a staff person.
This is a CASH BINGO. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
To sweeten the day, we are having a Chocolate Lovers Bake-Off Contest that is open to anyone. Entries will be accepted that day from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30, with judging done right after Bingo.
There are 2 categories – one for bakers 15 yrs old and up, and one for those 14 yrs old and under.
Bakers do not need to attend the Bingo event to enter the contest.
All Chocolate Lovers entries will be auctioned off after the contest.
All proceeds of this event benefit A Way Out support services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
CONTACT: A Way Out office at 814-274-0368, Monday – Friday, 8:30-4:30
Patricia Hitchcock, 91, formerly of Lafferty Hollow, most recently of Chapel Ridge, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 11:00 am, in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street, with Clifton Troyer, Pastor Bradford Mennonite Church, officiating.
Online condolences can be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
High Wind Warning issued March 13 at 5:12PM EDT until March 14 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT…West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
* WHERE…Cattaraugus County.
* WHEN…Until 11 AM EDT Saturday. The strongest wind gusts are expected tonight.
* IMPACTS…Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
INSTRUCTIONS: Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
High Wind Warning issued March 13 at 5:12PM EDT until March 14 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT…West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 to 70 mph.
* WHERE…Chautauqua County.
* WHEN…Until 8 AM EDT Saturday. The strongest wind gusts are expected tonight.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered to widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
INSTRUCTIONS: Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY
… * WHAT…West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE…Cameron and Potter Counties. * WHEN…Until 11 AM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Up to a few inches of snow is possible in the higher elevations of Potter and Tioga County by Saturday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Thomas “Tom” Walters Ezzolo, 85, of Hawthorne CA, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, after a brief illness. He was a devout Roman Catholic.
Tom was born on September 2, 1940, in Olean, NY. He was one of seven children born to the late Joseph and Mary Helen (Dubetsky) Ezzolo and grew up in Duke Center.
After graduating from Otto-Eldred High School in 1958. Tom moved to Torrence CA where he met the love of his life, Sharon Marie Timmsen. After getting married, they moved to Hawthorne, CA where they raised two sons. Tom and Sharon were married for 51 years before she passed away in June of 2021.
After first moving to Hawthorne, Tom began his career with McDonnell Douglas at the Long Beach, CA installation, where he worked as an Aerospace Engineer.
He is survived by two sons, Joseph (Suzette) Ezzolo of Long Beach, CA, and John Ezzolo and his partner, Michele of San Pedro, CA. Tom frequently talked about how proud he was of his sons and their career and personal accomplishments. He often mentioned how much he appreciated the meals and visits from his family over the years. He was an avid golfer and “pool shark”, he was known for being a good listener, maintaining an interest in discussing current events, being frugal and having the ability to see the humor in any situation.
Tom is survived by brothers Daniel (Debi) Ezzolo and David (Patti) Ezzolo, and one sister Catherine (Jim) Gocella in addition to numerous nieces, nephews and long-time friends, not to mention an adoring trio of pet cats.
In addition to his parents and wife he was predeceased in death by one sister, Joan Coast, and two brothers, Joseph Dean Ezzolo and Robert C. Ezzolo.
Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Alice M. Ginther, 83, of Neubert Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 12. 2026 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
She was born on November 14, 1942 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Wolfe Fischer.
On February 28, 1964, she married Dennis Ginther, who survives. Together they were blessed more than 62 years of love, laughter, and marriage.
Alice was a graduate of Central High School and was a member of Queen of the World Church. Alice always enjoyed the Sunday afternoons spent playing cards with her family, taking turns visiting each others homes with many laughs each time they got together. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Alice adored her family and her life’s work was caring for those around her, always putting others first. With a heart that naturally leaned towards hope, Alice saw the bright side of everything and the ability to find light in any dark situation.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by three children; Mary Ellen (Kevin) Turner, of South Carolina, Craig (Crystal) Ginther of Weedville, and Brian (Bobbi) Ginther of Kersey; and by her seven beloved grandchildren; Ryan Turner, Colby Turner, Halsey Gottschall, Shane Ginther, Sierra Ginther, Rachel Ginther, and Zachary Ginther, and by her eight cherished great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters; Diane Brenneman of North Carolina and Barbara (Fred) Klinzing of Emporium, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Alice was preceded in death by two sisters; Nancy Fischer and Sandra Tucker.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Alice M. Ginther will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, as celebrant.
Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Family and friends will be received at the Queen of the World Church on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 from 9:15 AM until the time of the Mass.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Queen of the World Church or to the Elk Haven Nursing Home Activities Fund.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com
Joan E. KUHN, 85, of Whitesville, NY, died Thursday, March 12, 2026 in UR Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Born July 2, 1940, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Orval and Helen Smith Chambers. On March 30, 1963, in Whitesville, she married Aaron L. Kuhn, who predeceased her on November 15, 2023. A graduate of Whitesville High School, she was employed by Modern Diner in Wellsville, NY Telephone Co., Mapes Woodworking in Genesee, and Herbert Cooper Co. in Genesee. Joan was a member of the Genesee Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary, Robert E. James American Legion Auxiliary, and served as a scout leader in Whitesville.
Surviving are: three children, Jennifer Foth of Virginia Beach, VA, Deborah (Stephen) Murray of Friendship, and John (Teresa) Kuhn of Whitesville; six grandchildren, Peter (Jaime) Foth, Donald (Amanda) McNeely, Brandi (Tom “Frank” Smith) Murray, Matthew (Hannah) Ford, Aaron John (Madge “Megan”) Kuhn, and Sara (Logan) Lowe; ten great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her stepmother, Mary Chambers; two brothers, Robert Chambers and James Chambers; and a sister, Avis Ransom.
Friends may call at North Bingham Community Church, 2231 Bingham Center Road, North Bingham, PA on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 7:00. Rev. Dennis Munro will officiate.
Burial will be in North Bingham Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Genesee Volunteer Ambulance, P.O. Box 9, Genesee, PA. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
BRADFORD, Pa. The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s Division of Physical and Computational Sciences will host its second Spring Discussion from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in Room 162 of Swarts Hall.
This year’s theme, “Chemistry Against Illicit Drugs: How Science Can Protect Society,” will bring together students, faculty, and members of the public for an open, undergraduate-led conversation about the influence of drugs on society and the ways chemistry can help address the crisis.
WELLSBORO, PA — The Wellsboro Pipe Band, established in 2025, is launching a new beginner class for individuals interested in learning to play the Highland bagpipe. The group lessons will begin Thursday, April 9 at 6:00 PM at the Ossea Masonic Lodge, 8 Kelsey St., Wellsboro, and will meet weekly throughout the year.
The class is open to anyone interested in learning the instrument, and no prior musical experience is required. Instruction will be provided by current band members.
Lessons are free of charge, though students will need to purchase a practice chanter, the standard beginner instrument used to learn bagpipe technique before progressing to the full pipes.
The Wellsboro Pipe Band hopes the program will introduce new musicians to the tradition of Scottish piping and help grow the local pipe band community.
Those interested in registering, asking questions, or receiving information about ordering a practice chanter can contact Band Manager Jessie Thompson at JessieThompson570@gmail.com.
About the Wellsboro Pipe Band
The Wellsboro Pipe Band was established in 2025 to promote and preserve the tradition of Highland piping while serving the Wellsboro community through performances and education.
Ruffed Grouse Society Needs Volunteers for Planting and Fencing for Wildlife on Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 11
Kane, Pa.: Want to help wildlife? Members of the Upland Bird Hunt Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) need volunteers for planting and fencing for wildlife on Friday, April 3, at 9:00 a.m., in Elk County on State Game Lands (SGL) 44. Work should be completed by 1:00 p.m.
All volunteers will meet at 9:00 a.m. at SGL 44 parking lot on German Settlement Road and then follow each other to the work site.
Troy A. Britton, 56 of Bradford, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at his home.
He was born on September 2, 1968 in Erie, PA; a son of the late Thomas and Sandra Bretherton Britton.
He was a 1988 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.
In his spare time; he enjoyed putting together model cars and working on his truck.
He was currently employed by Stoney North Enterprises, Bradford.
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