USDA Final Rule: Financing Properties with Income-Producing ADUs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development published the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFH-G) – Income Producing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Provisions Final Rule to expand housing options for rural homebuyers. This rule allows lenders to offer USDA-guaranteed home loans on properties that include an income-producing ADU. The rule further clarifies borrowers may finance properties with non-commercial features designed to support home-based operations.
Donna Jeannette Holcomb Sheehy Kelly, 90, of Coudersport
Donna J. Kelly “loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and volunteer”
COUDERSPORT, PA—Donna Jeannette Holcomb Sheehy Kelly, 90, of Coudersport, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Tammie’s Personal Care Home, Sabinsville, after a long illness.
Born on Saturday, May 2, 1936 in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Owen and Marguerite James Holcomb. On May 21, 1955, she married Robert Joseph Sheehy. On June 6, 1987, she married Joseph Robert Kelly who passed away on October 1, 2005.
Donna was a graduate of Shinglehouse High School, Class of 1954. She then attended Elmira College for nursing, later graduating in 1959 from the former St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing in Olean, NY, as a LPN. In 1978 she graduated from Alfred University of New York as a Registered Nurse. She was employed at the former St. Francis Hospital in Olean, the former Hewitt Manor Nursing Home in Shinglehouse, and retired from the former Charles Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport after many years of service.
Donna was a member of God’s Country Ministries in Coudersport. She was also a member of the Coudersport Lions Club, the Coudersport Sports Boosters, and a member of the Friends of the Library in Coudersport.
Left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Tracy S. Haskins and Katherine K. (Curt) Rudy; a son, Joseph L. (Tina) Kelly; fifteen grandchildren, Shannon Catherman, Brittany Haskins, Colt Stinger, Nathan Woodring, Kyle Woodring, Summer Butler, Breanne Dubots, Dylan Dubots, Haley Dubots, Eric Abel, Tiffany Wright, Samantha Kight, Kimberlynne Rudy, Kristopher Rudy, and Christianna Hoober; twenty great-grandchildren; a brother, Brady Holcomb; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Donna was predeceased by a daughter, Kelly Ann Sheehy Stinger Dubots; two brothers, James Holcomb and Kirby Holcomb; and a sister, Rita Culllimore.
Family and friends may gather from 11am to 12 noon on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, where a celebration of Donna’s life will follow at 12 noon with Pastor Dan Brehm of God’s County Ministries, Coudersport, officiating. Burial will be in Rathbone Cemetery, Coneville, with Pastor Sally Brehm, offering prayers.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials in Donna’s name may be made to the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Avenue, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Donna’s family entrusted her care and cremation arrangements Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Donna, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.
Dale L. Kephart, 67, of Turtlepoint
Port Allegany – Dale L. Kephart, 67, of Turtlepoint, passed away Saturday (October 31, 2026) at UPMC Williamsport with his family by his side
He was born January 18, 1959, in San Antonio, TX, the son of Henry and Judith (Meier) Kephart. On May 12, 1979, in Port Allegany, PA, he married Laurie J. Snyder, who survives.
Mr Kephart was a 1977 graduate of Port Allegany High School. He was a Sgt. in the U.S. Air Force, serving from June 29, 1977, to June 28, 1981. He worked as a line mechanic, employed by Ardagh Group in Port Allegany for 43 years, retiring in 2023.
Dale was a member of the Turtlepoint Evangelical Church, American Legion Frank Burt Post #258 of Port Allegany, and the Port Allegany Horseshoe League.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his mother, Judith Foster, in Alaska
Two sons; Joseph M. (Ashley) Kephart, of Norman OK, and Samuel K.(Breanna) Kephart, of Roulette, PA, One daughter; Amy R. Kephart Bradford, PA.
Six grandchildren; Hayden Bennett, Maya Kephart, Layla and Kaleb Safford, Harper and Gage Kephart
One Great granddaughter Ensley Bennett.
Four brothers; David (Lainie) Kephart of Eldred, PA, Bruce Kephart of TN, Henry (Cheryl) Kephart of MI, and Rueben Foster of AK,
Two sisters; Tammy (Dan) Patterson of AK and Barbi (Mark) Oulette of AK.
And many nieces and nephews
Dale was preceded in death by his father
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 11AM-1PM at the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, where funeral services will start at 1 PM with the Rev. Tony Edgell officiating. Burial will be in the Annin Creek Cemetery, Turtlepoint, PA.
Military Honors will be accorded by the Port Allegany Honor Guard
Memorials may be made to the Turtlepoint Evangelical Church. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
PUC Reminds Consumers of Public Input Hearings on Acquisition of UGI Utilities – Electric Division by Argo Infrastructure Partners LLC
November in-person and telephonic/virtual hearings will gather comment on companies’ joint application to transfer UGI’s electric utility operations to Argo
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today reminded consumers that it will hold four public input hearings in November to gather public comment on the joint application of UGI Utilities Inc. (UGI) and Argo Infrastructure Partners LLC (Argo) to transfer UGI’s electric utility operations to Argo.
On June 24, 2026, UGI and Argo filed a joint application with the Commission seeking the appropriate approvals to allow UGI to transfer its electric utility operations to an Argo-controlled entity as well as to cease and abandon the ownership and operation of its utility assets and retail electric service in Pennsylvania.
UGI’s Electric Division currently serves more than 63,000 electric customers in northeastern Pennsylvania – with a service area anchored by roughly 2,700 miles of transmission and distribution lines and 14 substations located in Luzerne and Wyoming counties.
Argo, a Delaware limited liability company, is an independent infrastructure investment management firm with a history of acquiring and man…
Clarence O. “Sonny” Pritt, 81, a Longtime Resident of Austin, Formerly of Port Allegany,
Clarence O. “Sonny” Pritt “beloved husband, father, and Papa”
AUSTIN, PA—Clarence O. “Sonny” Pritt, 81, a longtime resident of Austin, formerly of Port Allegany, passed away with his loving family by his side on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on Monday, October 8, 1945 in Charleston, WV, he was a son of Lawrence and Alma Lively Pritt. On November 21, 1987 in Coudersport, he married Kristie J. Page, who survives.
Sonny was a graduate of Mt. Hope High School in Mt. Hope, WV. He was a truck driver all of his life, his last job being employed for the former Valley Coal and Supply in Brandy Camp, PA.
Sonny was a social member of VFW Post 6391 in Port Allegany. He loved to cut firewood, mow his lawn and tinker. He loved kids and animals, especially his dogs. He eagerly supported all the area students in their fundraising events. He would buy more Girl Scout cookies than he could possibly eat, giving them away to others to enjoy. Sonny’s greatest love was his family, especially his grandchildren.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Kristie; his five children, Lawrence J. “Joe” Pritt of Kerrville, TX, Tommy W. “Tom” Pritt of Port Allegany, Matt T. Pritt of Marienville, Shawn M. Pritt of Shinglehouse, and Amanda L. (Ed) Ritsick of Austin; nine grandchildren and many others that lovingly called him Grandpa; five great-grandchildren; five siblings, Carol (Roger) Fields of Charleston, WV, Brenda (John) Soffer of Virginia Beach, VA, Judy Swain of Scarbro, WV, David (Debbie) Pritt of Beckley, WV, and Charlie (Becky) Pritt of Scarbro, WV; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Sonny was predeceased by a son, Cory O. “Bubba” Pritt; a daughter, Jeanne Shavalier; and a brother, Lawrence “Gene” Pritt.
In keeping with Sonny’s wishes there will be no public visitation. A celebration of his life will be held on a date and place to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Sonny’s name may be made to the Christmas House, PO Box 716, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Sonny’s family has entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Sonny, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Disciplinary Board Public Proceedings
The Disciplinary Board honors the necessity for transparency in its work and service to both the public and the profession. The Board encourages you to observe its public disciplinary and reinstatement hearings, oral arguments, and public reprimands on the Board’s YouTube channel. You can also view “Upcoming Public Proceedings” at the bottom of the Board’s home page.
Scheduled proceedings begin at 9:30 am unless otherwise noted. Click the date of a given proceeding to access its livestream.
All Upcoming Public Proceedings
Three PGC Commissioners Confirmed for New Terms
HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) announced three recent confirmations to its Board of Game Commissioners, including commissioners Dr. Michael Mitrick, York County; Haley Sankey, Blair County; and Allen DiMarco, Lycoming County. All were appointed by Gov. Josh Shapiro and confirmed by the Pennsylvania Senate this year to serve second terms as commissioners through 2030.
“Members of the Board of Game Commissioners have an important role in the work of our agency,” said Game Commission Executive Director Steve Smith. “On behalf of the Game Commission staff, we appreciate the time, passion, and work our commissioners share to help manage wildlife here in Pennsylvania.”
Dolores A. “Dodie” Young, 90, of Gifford
Smethport – Dolores A. “Dodie” Young, 90, of Gifford, passed away Wednesday (October 28, 2026) at Amaryllis Nursing and Rehabilitation, Smethport.
She was born February 11, 1936 in Lafayette Twp., the daughter of William L. and Stella L. (Towner) Rea. On August 28, 1954, in Custer City Methodist Church, she married Richard N. Young, who died July 20, 2000.
Mrs. Young was a 1954 graduate of Bradford Area High School and had worked at J.C. Penney’s in Bradford at the Bradford Mall when it opened.
Dodie enjoyed knitting, crocheting, cross stitch and needlepoint. She was an avid bowler and was a member of the Mt. Jewett Bowling League. She was a member of the Custer City Methodist Church, where she played the organ for services for many years. She also filled in as organist in the area for the United Methodist Church of Smethport, the Gifford Church, and several others that needed her talents.
3 Day Estate Sale! November 5, 6, & 7
Thursday & Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 3pm
409 E. Arnold Ave. Port Allegany, PA
Living-room furniture, kitchen table, hand tools, Temptation dishes, Pyrex, outdoorsman cabinets, large dining table, bedroom furniture, costume jewelry, holiday decor, small kitchen appliances, hutch, desks, stands, Fenton, yard tools, chairs, battery pack, shelves, microwave carts, jewelry box, adjustable bed frame, watches, clothes, games, and much more.
Do not block driveways. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Kenneth R. Huss, 69, of Port Allegany, PA
Kenneth R. HUSS, 69, of Port Allegany, PA, passed away Friday, October 30, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, hard work, and love. He was born June 17, 1957, in Sandusky, OH. Ken was a 1975 graduate of Port Allegany High School. On June 16, 1986, in Eldred, he married Etta M. Watkins, who survives.
Ken grew up in Turtlepoint, where he built a life defined by hard work, dedication, and a willingness to lend a helping hand. Throughout his years, he wore many hats and took pride in every role he held. He was a hardworking farmer for many years, a volunteer firefighter, a school janitor, a mechanic, and a race car driver. No matter what the job was, Ken was someone who knew how to work hard and get things done.
But beyond his many occupations and accomplishments, Kenneth will be remembered most for the person he was. He loved spending time with his family and had a special way of making people smile. Always ready with a joke or a quick-witted comment, he brought laughter into the lives of those around him. His humor, personality, and presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
One of Ken’s final acts of kindness was perhaps one of his greatest gifts. Through organ donation, he was able to donate three vital organs, giving others the opportunity for a second chance at life. Even in his passing, Ken continued to help others, leaving behind a legacy of generosity that will live on beyond his years. Ken’s life was measured not only by the years he lived or the work he did, but by the people he touched, the laughter he shared, and the love he gave.
He leaves behind a family who will cherish his memories, stories that will continue to be told, and a lifetime of moments that will never be forgotten. He spent his life working hard, helping others, and making people smile. His hands may be still, but his legacy lives on.
Surviving besides his loving wife, Etta, are: three children, Jamie (Robert) Mosher of Smethport, Jeffrey (Leanne Freer) Huss of Cyclone, and Jason Huss of Eldred; eight grandchildren; three sisters, Sharon A. Huss of Deltona, FL, Rebecca S. “Becky” Neaus of Harrisburg, and Rhonda M. Butler of Roulette; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert D. and Audrey M. Gross Huss; and a brother, Kevin A. Huss.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 4:00 PM. Rev. Allen Young will officiate. Memorials may be made to CORE (Center for Organ Recovery & Education) at www.core.org.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Charles F. Croop, 79, of Port Allegany, PA
Charles F. CROOP, 79, of Port Allegany, PA, died Friday, October 30, 2026 in UPMC Williamsport. Born March 23, 1947, he was the son of Charles L. D. and June Delores Ernst Croop. On August 5, 1967, in Port Allegany, he married Linda R. Jackson, who survives.
A 1965 graduate of Port Allegany High School, he earned an associate’s degree from Alfred Agricultural and Technical School in Alfred, NY. He was a self-employed carpenter operating C.F. Croop Construction for many years, retiring in 2014. Charlie enjoyed woodworking, fishing, hunting, and working with anything technology related.
Surviving besides his wife, Linda, are: four sons, Derick (Sarah) Croop of Chapel Hill, NC, Aaron (Kristine) Croop of Cincinnati, OH, Bradly (Sarah) Croop of Elizabethtown, and Brian (Amy Antosh) Croop of Groton, NY; five grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; a sister, Nancy Cordello of Webster, NY; nieces and nephews.
Friends may call Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM. Rev. James Richards will officiate. Burial will be in Grimes Cemetery, Port Allegany. Memorials may be made to Chestnut Street Baptist Church.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
