November 2022

Ruth Ann Ridenour, 86, formerly of 13 Summer St. Bradford, PA passed away on Monday,  November 28, 2022, at the Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. She now rests in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Born February 18, 1936, in Mt. Pleasant, she was a daughter of the late Ralph J. and Ethel B. (Krieger) Snyder.

On April 5,1958 in Greensburg, she married Ronald E. Ridenour who passed away January 20, 2020.

She was a 1953 graduate of Uniontown High School and attended the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.

She worked at Bradford Hospital in the Admitting Department and later as an Administrative Assistant at the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Center. She retired in 1998.

Ruth Ann was a former member of the First Baptist Church, the Kinzua Quilters Club, and the Ecumenical Home Auxiliary. She was an avid reader, quilter, and painter. Ruth Ann also blessed many with her beautiful singing voice.

Surviving are three daughters, Constance R. (Robert) Grove, of Knoxville, Beth Ann Costello, of Honey Brook, and Kathryn S. (Kurt) Manecke, of Indiana, three sons, James A. Ridenour, of Slingerlands, NY, Charles J. (Shannon) Ridenour, of Bradford and Edward L. “Bud” Ridenour, of Austell, GA, nine grandchildren, one great granddaughter, one great grandson, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one granddaughter Kaitlyn L. Ridenour, one sister, Lois Rupp, and one infant brother.

At the request of Ruth Ann there will be no viewing or funeral service. A private graveside service will be held at Willow Dale Cemetery.

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

Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to PBS.org or a charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Charles M. “Spood” TUBBS, 69, of Ulysses, PA, died Sunday, November 27, 2022 in UPMC Williamsport.  

Born December 29, 1952, in Coudersport, he was the son of Charles H. and Melva Y. Snay Tubbs.  On June 24, 1978, in Harrison Valley, he married the former Linda C. Roosa, who survives.  

He was employed as a lineman by Tri-County Rural Electric for 37 years.  

An accomplished musician, playing in several bands including Country Circle for over 18 years.  

Spood was a tough man with a tender heart.  He was giving friend, loving husband, father, and grandfather.  He will be sorely missed.  

Surviving besides his wife, Linda, are:  three children, Shannon (Brian) Graves of New Milford, Larinda (Wally) Watson of Whitesville, NY, JR (Audrey) Tubbs of Geneva, OH;  13 grandchildren;  two great-grandsons;  three brothers, Barry (Eileen) Tubbs of Mills, Marlin Tubbs of Williamsport, and Earl Tubbs of Ulysses;  six sisters, Charlotte (George) Schweigart of Mills, Valerie McCaslin of Linden, Sonya Amos of Burlington, NJ, Lisa Adams of Bolivar, NY, Lori Walker of Knoxville, and Yvonne (Alan) Emerson of Shongo, NY;  nieces and nephews.  

He was predeceased by a grandson, Tucker Storm Watson;  two brothers, Tarry Tubbs and Wade Tubbs, Sr.;  and a sister, M. Elaine Adams.  

Spood’s children will be notifying friends and family of a small gathering to celebrate his life.  

Memorials may be made to “Salvation Army” (memo—Potter County utility assistance) c/o Charlene Smith, 1411 CR 85, Addison, NY 14801.  

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

Charles M. Vaughn, Jr., 85, of James City, PA died Sunday morning, November 27, at his residence following a brief illness of natural causes. He was born on January 25, 1937 in James City a son to the late Charles M. Vaughn Sr. and Mabel Chittester Vaughn. On October 29, 1971 he married Jacqueline “Jackie” Vanderneck and she survives.

Charles lived most of his life in James City where he loved to spend his time with his children and grandchildren.

Charles was a Korean Era Marine Corps. Vet serving overseas as a Private First Class with A Co., 1st Bn., 8th Marines, 2nd Marine Div., FMF out of Camp Lejeune, NC.

He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 66 and was a Heavy Machinery operator for many area contractors, most recently Micale Construction from where he retired. He had also been Roadmaster for Highland Twp.for 15 years.

In addition to his wife, Charles is survived by his 4 children; Tammy Bostjancic (Tom) of Warren, Bob (Cheri) Vaughn of James City, Doug (Marcia Zeke) Vaughn of Warren and Matt (Heather) Vaughn of James City and 4 grandchildren; Brad (Kathleen) Bostjancic, Mitchell Vaughn, Allison Vaughn and Alyssa Vaughn. He is also survived by a sister Carol (Vaughn) Dalrymple of Plainefield, IN.

A Celebration of Life for Charles M. Vaughn, Jr. will be conducted at a later date and time at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, Pa.

If desired, memorial contributions should be made in his name to the McKean Co. SPCA 80 Glenwood Ave., Bradford, PA 16701 or to Penn Highland Healthcare at Home, 757 Johnsonburg Rd., #200, St. Marys, PA 15857.

Lee Rahman, 62, of Warren, PA passed away peacefully on Monday November 28, 2022, at UPMC Hamot Hospital after a short illness.

He was born in Malaysia June 10, 1960, the son of Abdul and Endon Rahman. Lee was employed in Malaysia as a certified teacher of English, until he moved to the United States in 1990. He lived in Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Cleveland, and finally in Warren with his partner of sixteen years, Bill Cochran. The proudest day of his life was when he became a US citizen in December 2011.

Lee enjoyed many hobbies including fishing, developing computer websites, cooking, gardening, traveling, making new friends, and he loved his six rescued cats. For five years he was employed by Norwegian Air as a Chief Cabin Crew Flight Attendant. He published a book about his experience as a flight attendant for people who might be interested in that career. He also was a certified massage therapist.

Left behind to cherish Lee’s memory are his parents, Abdul and Endon Rahman, his brothers Razali and Zulkifli, his partner Bill Cochran, and his many friends and neighbors.

Prayer services were held for Lee by Muslim organizations in both Erie and Pittsburgh. Interment was in Oakland Cemetery.

The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St. Warren, PA, 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhominc.com

James “Jim” J. Facchine, 73, of Ridgway, PA, died on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at home surrounded by his family.

He was born on March 30, 1949, in Ridgway, a son of the late Joseph G. and Angeline Armanini Facchine.

On July 5, 1975, at St. Leos Church, he married Mary DePanfilis, who survives.

Jim went to Horton Township Grade School and graduated from Ridgway Area High School class of 1967. In 1967, he joined the U.S Air force and served for 4 years. Before being honorably discharged, he spent 3.5 years in England and became an Air Force staff sergeant. Jim held several jobs before finally joining Brockway Glass Company. He retired after more than 38 years of service in September of 2011. After retiring, Jim spent his time hunting, gardening, bowling, and shooting trap. He loved his family, especially when he became “Nono” to his 5 grandchildren: Owen, Mia, Lincoln, Alura, and Sebastian.

In addition to his loving wife of more than 47 years, he is survived by a son, Matthew Facchine and his wife Nikki of Sykesville, MD, and a daughter, Lisa Stenta and her husband William of Ridgway, 5 grandchildren, a sister, Theresa Zameroski and her husband David of Ridgway, 2 brothers: Michael Facchine and his wife Patricia of Brockport, and Mark Facchine and Cathy of Fairview. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Linda Facchine, an aunt, Dominica “Nini” Tamburlin, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Facchine.

Funeral Services for James J. Facchine will be celebrated on Friday, December 2, 2022, at 1:00PM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Fr. Justin Pino, officiating.

Visitation will be held on Friday, December 2, 2022, at Krise Funeral Home from 11:00AM until the time of the service.

Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Leos School, Hahne Cancer Center, Penn Highland Hospice.

Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com.

James “Jim” E. Himes, 75, of Irishtown Road, Kersey, PA died on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at St. Vincent Hospital in Erie after a brief illness.

He was born on October 13, 1947, a son of the late Harry Sr. and Nellie Hepler Himes.

On June 27, 1970, he married Carla M. Hayes, who preceded him in death on July 11, 1997.

Jim was a lifelong resident of Kersey and a graduate of St. Marys Area High School. He served in the U.S Army where he earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and Vietnam Campaign Medal. Jim was a member of the Fox Twp Fireman’s Club and American Legion Post 511. He had a strong work ethic and you could find him in the garage working on old machines. He loved his family and was known as “Papa Jim” to all.

Jim is survived by 2 daughters: Kelly Wildnauer of Kersey and Jennifer Lion and her fiancé Brian Smith of Kersey, 7 grandchildren: Corey (Danielle), Alex (Brooke), Codey, James (Morgan), Savannah, Hayden, and Cody, 10 great-grandchildren; A.J, Conner, Carter, Gavin, Bella, Cameron, Delaney, Coda, Everleigh, and Colt. He is also survived by 1 sister, Barb Burton and her husband Jim of Kersey, and 3 brothers, Harry Himes, Jr. of Kersey, John Himes and his wife Linda of Kersey, and Jake Himes and his wife Ginger of Kersey, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Benjamin Himes, a grandson, Michael Mosier, and a sister-in-law, Jacqueline Himes.

A Memorial Service for James E. Himes will be celebrated on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 6:00 PM at Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846, with Rev. Ron Burkett officiating.

Burial will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Krise Funeral Home, from 5:00PM until the time of services.

Memorial contributions can be made to Fox Twp. Woman’s Auxiliary, C/O Fox Township Fire Department, 381 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 or Disabled American Veteran Transportation, P.O Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250

Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com.