JoAnne M. Estus, 72, of Ridgway, died on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at her residence.
She was born on April 6, 1950, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Sherman “Beanie” and Lena Assalone Russell.
JoAnne was a lifelong resident of the area and was a member of St. Leo Magnus Church. She worked at the Ridgway Record, Ridgemont, and Girton’s Greenhouse. She spent her free time doing puzzles, playing bingo, and taking trips to the casino.
JoAnne is survived by her husband, William P. Estus of Ridgway, 2 children: David Zawatski of Johnsonburg and Denise Zawatski of Ridgway, a sister in law, Dee Russell, a niece, Renee, and a nephew, Brian.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Gene Russell.
Services for JoAnne M. Estus are being held privately by the family.
Burial will be at St. Leo’s Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to Penn Highlands Hospice.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Dale S. Fleeger, 80, of Washington Street, St. Marys, died on Monday, February 20, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch Green Funeral Home.
Roy A. Nickerson “beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, and brother; and friend to all”
Roy A. Nickerson, 71, of Coudersport, passed away in his home with his loving family by his side, on Sunday, February 19, 2023, after a long illness.
Born on Monday, July 16, 1951 in Wellsville, N.Y., he was a son of Alfred A. and Martha Greenman Nickerson. On August 14, 1971 in Scio, N.Y., He married Ann M. Gordon, who predeceased him. On June 1, 2013 in Rixford, N.Y., he married Faith M. Crowner, who survives.
Roy was a graduate of Wellsville (N.Y.) High School. He was employed by the former Reach All Tree Service in Wellsville. For approximately 10 years, Roy was employed by Bull Rogers Well Drilling Company in Perryton, Texas. He was also employed by Summit Insulation in Rochester, N.Y. where he worked as an asbestos abatement specialist. After being involved in a car accident, he was a supervisor for log cabin construction.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and prospecting for gold in Georgia. He also enjoyed restoring vintage cars and gardening. Roy’s greatest love was his family, especially his grandchildren.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife; his mother, Martha Feick of Port Allegany; three children, Tina (Mike) Main of Port Allegany, Tressa (Shawn) Ahearn of Coudersport, and Roy “Bud” (Chrissy) Nickerson, Jr. of Port Allegany; a stepson, Roy “Scooter” Crowner of Coudersport; a stepdaughter, Robin Baez of New Hartford, N.Y.; many grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; a brother, Alfred (Margaret) Nickerson of Dansville, N.Y.; four sisters, Dawn (Rick) Tompkins of Duke Center, LuAnn (Don) Hallock of Cuba, N.Y., Charlotte (Dan) Green of Belmont, N.Y., and Brenda Wade of Cuba, N.Y.; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
In addition to his father and first wife, Roy was predeceased by a great-grandson, Roman Harmon; and a brother, William Nickerson.
In keeping with Roy’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Roy 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 Roy, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Mike was a wonderful guy. He was a loving husband to his lucky wife, Diane, whom he married on Oct. 23, 1976. He gave her a great life and made her happy every day. They did everything together and never stopped holding hands. People often remarked about it.
Born in Corry, PA on April 11, 1945, the eldest son of Elbert and Hilda Kile Miller, Mike moved to Warren as an infant and spent his whole life here. He was mechanically and musically inclined. He always spoke glowingly of the great Harry Summers and how much he benefacted from Mr. Summer’s influence. Following graduation from high school in 1963, Mike worked 2 years at the state hospital. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving an extended tour of duty in Vietnam at Phan Rang as a crew chief for F-100 Super Sabres. He was proud to do his duty and maintained enduring friendships with his Vietnam buddies.
After being honorably discharged from the military, Mike earned a degree in English from Gannon University, graduating in 1972. He established Miller Motorcar Company that same year, successfully operating his business until retiring in 2013. He thought the world of his colleague, Keith Naegeli, and truly enjoyed working hard beside him. People may remember driving by and seeing the two of them enjoying Diane’s home-made cookies, out on the bench on pleasant afternoons at 3:00. They were a team.
Mike served 2 terms on Warren City Council. He was a past member of the Conewango Club, where he got a kick out of the older crew and the stories they would tell. He and Diane volunteered together at Paws Along the River and loved the opportunity. He was great with those homeless dogs and never left until every single dog had been out, played with and treated to a hot dog and maybe a chewy. It was a lot of work, but the pets were appreciative. He was always grateful to Karen Kolos for being so good to all the animals.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, his younger brother, Timothy, and his sister-in-law, Debbie Loomis.
He is survived by his bereft, loving wife, Diane Thomas Miller, who dearly wishes a cure would be found for Alzheimer’s so fine men like Mike could live out their days without suffering. Also surviving is his brother-in-law, Marty Loomis, who was a wonderful source of help and comfort during this difficult illness, as well as a nephew Alex Loomis (wife Meredith) and niece, Kaitlyn Johnson (husband Brian) and darling great-nephew, Blake.
Sincere thanks to the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home for their caring assistance and professionalism. The compassionate care hospice provided was very welcome. Their visits were conducted with dignity and left Mike clean-shaven and handsome. Huge gratitude also goes out, from the bottom of our hearts, to the loving, kind, dedicated, extremely hard-working and sweet staff at Cambridge Warren. What a magnificent crew, each one of you. We love you all.
Roger K. Bowers, 90, of Ridgway, died on Saturday, February 18, 2023.
On November 14, 1932, in Harrisburg, he was born a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Bowers.
In 1961, he married the late Alyce Blair Bowers.
Roger served in the U.S Air force during the Korean War. He worked in insurance most of his life. Roger spent his free time golfing and fishing.
He is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Cerequas, 2 grandchildren, Emily and Christopher Cerequas, and 2 sister in laws; Margaret Strandberg of Ridgway and Marth Blair of Cape Elizabeth, ME.
Services for Roger K Bowers will be held privately.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Dylan Andrew Floyd, 16, of Cherry Hill NJ, formerly of Bradford, died February 10, 2023, at Cooper University Hospital in Camden NJ.
Born June 9, 2006, he was a son of Douglas Graves and Starletta Lucas.
He attended Floyd C. Fretz and was currently a Junior at ADH High School in Cherry Hill.
He enjoyed playing XBox, mountain biking, swimming, art and photography, skateboarding, listening to music and helping others.
He is survived by his adopted parents, Rev. Barbara “Shelly” Floyd, of Bradford, and Rich Levine and Drew Shiffer of Cherry Hill NJ, one sister Gabrielle (Steve) Kelley, of Bradford, six brothers, Douglas Karns, of Bradford, Cory Floyd, of Curwensville, Nick Levine Shiffer, Andy McKay Levine, Kerry McKay Levine, and Nick Tomasello, all of NJ, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 1:00 pm at the VFW in Bradford, with Fr. Jim Gutting, officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Vincenza M. “Dolly” Smith, 74, of 913 S. Michael Street, St. Marys, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023 at the Lutheran Home at Kane.
She was born September 8, 1948, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Anthony and Vincenza Iozzo. She was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Johnsonburg High School, Class of 1966, and was a former employee of Stackpole Carbon, Pure Carbon, Palumbo’s Meat Market, and Elk Haven Nursing Home, where she was a cook.
On April 3, 1987, in Coudersport, PA, she married the late, William R. Smith, Jr., who preceded her in death on January 1, 2008.
Dolly is survived by her son, William Christoff, Jr and his wife Corine, of Wilcox; three grand-children: Calvin Christoff (Allyson), Molly Christoff, and Eric Christoff; two brothers: Bruno Iozzo and his wife Josie, of Coatsville, PA, and Sam Iozzo of Kersey.
Along with her husband and parents, Dolly was preceded in death by her sister, Theresa Green, and her brother, Nick Iozzo.
She was a member of the Queen of the World Church. She was dedicated to her daily walks with her girlfriends and would commit to six miles each day. She enjoyed the outdoors and could often be found feeding the birds and the squirrels around her house. Above all else, family was most important to her and cherished each moment with them, especially her grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Queen of the World Church with the Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, celebrating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Friday, February 24, 2023 from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Lutheran Home at Kane, 100 High Point Drive, Kane, PA 16735.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Henrietta M. “Muffie” Cheatle, 77, of 233 Muenster Road, St. Marys, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023 at her residence, after a lengthy illness, with her family by her side.
She was born August 28, 1945 in DuBois, daughter of the late Henry and Ruth Shriner Chileski. She was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of Bennetts Valley High School, Class of 1963. Muffie was a former employee of Clarion Sintered Metals in Ridgway.
On June 8, 1968, in Virginia, Muffie married Thomas E. Cheatle, who survives. They shared more than 54 years of love and happiness.
Along with her loving husband, she is survived by her daughter, Cheri Cheatle of St. Marys; three brothers: Andrew Chileski (Rena) of Byrnedale, Alan Chileski of Ridgway, and Frank Chileski (Pat) of St. Marys; numerous brothers and sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews; and by her puppies, who meant the world to her.
Muffie was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church and was a tremendous advocate for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Friday, February 24, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Thomas More Sikora, OSB officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Mount Zion Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Friday morning, from 9:30 AM until the time of the service.
Mary Nicklas, 88, formerly of N. Michael Street, St. Marys, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness.
Mary was born on November 2, 1934 in Johnsonburg, PA, a daughter of the late Andrew and Margaret Solomon Santaniello.
On June 5, 1954 in Holy Rosary Church, she married the late Earl C. “Snuffy” Nicklas, who preceded her in death on September 2, 2009.
Mary graduated from Johnsonburg High School and was a member of the St. Marys Church. She retired from Sylvania after many years of service. Mary was a talented seamstress who spent a lot of time over the years sewing and doing alterations. She also enjoyed walking, reading, and her rock garden. She also loved tending to her garden and cooking for her family, especially her famous spaghetti sauce.
Mary is survived by 6 children; Steven (Loretta) Nicklas of Ridgway, Julie (Rick) Bish of St. Marys, Christine (Roger) Bennett of AL, Leslie (Mark) Sporner of St. Marys, Mark (Veronique) Nicklas of TX, and Wesley (Lela) Nicklas of CO; and by 11 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She is also survived by 3 sisters; Cecilia Weaver of OH, Dolores (Bruce) Lindgren of Johnsonburg, and Rita Gahr of St. Marys, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Mary was preceded in death by a grandson; Brandon Nicklas, by 2 brothers; Tony Santaniello and Andrew Santaniello, Jr., and by 5 sisters; Ann Struble, Kathy Wilson, Betsy McClain, Valerie Santaniello, and Theresa Bauer.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Nicklas will be celebrated on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Marys Church, 315 Church Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Thomas More Sikora, OSB, as celebrant.
Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
There will be no public visitation.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Pinecrest Manor Activities Fund or St. Marys Public Library.
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.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com.
At 3:49 PM on Monday, Galeton & Germania have been dispatched to Thompson Hollow Road a quarter mile off Lyman Run Road for a structure fire & wildfire.
At 3:10 PM on Monday, Ulysses & Harrison Fire & EMS have been dispatched to Andrews Hill Road in Harrison Township for a burn victim. A 59 year old male has suffered burns to a large portion of his body when a burning barrel exploded. Air medical has been requested.
On February 11th, 2023 at approximately 10:30 pm, following a report of a stabbing, Cuba Police arrested a juvenile of Cuba. This juvenile was arrested on charges of assault 2nd (Felony), attempted assault of a police officer (Felony), resisting arrest (Misdemeanor) and obstruction of governmental
administration (Misdemeanor). This juvenile was processed and arraigned in family court and placed in a juvenile secure youth detention center. This youth is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of Law.
Due to the content and length of this week’s “Weekly,” it is being sent in two parts — “A” and “B” — the latter dedicated to postseason content.
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Seniors dominate Penn College baseball team
As the Pennsylvania College of Technology baseball team prepares to take the field later this week, the men’s basketball team closed out its season, the women’s basketball and wrestling teams are headed for the postseason and the men’s lacrosse team opened its campaign with a win.
Gregory Robert DeRock, 74, of Statesville, NC passed away Thursday February 16, 2023 at Pennybyrn Nursing Facility in High Point, NC.
He was born February 15, 1949 in Olean, NY, to the late Lawrence Arthur DeRock and Virginia Paffie DeRock.
He is survived by his son, Andrew Gregory DeRock (fiancé, Sarah Woodlock), brother, Dennis DeRock (Beth)of Loganville GA, sister, Suzanne DeRock Jones (Lloyd) of Salisbury NC, sister, Tina DeRock Haas (Stuart) of Huntersville, NC; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He spent his first 15 years of his life in Bolivar, New York before his family moved to NC where he graduated from Lexington Senior High School in Lexington. He graduated from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC where he was an avid fan and supporter. Gregory was a registered nurse for 37 years and retired as a surgical nurse in 2017. After his retirement he continued his medical career as a hospice nurse. Greg’s life revolved around his family and he enjoyed his Italian heritage gatherings of his extended family. His humor was shared with all who knew him, and he touched many lives. He was a proud Veteran of the US Army. His strong Catholic faith carried him through his 4 year battle with ALS. He had a deep devotion to Our Lady of Fatima and prayed the rosary everyday.
The family will receive friends from 9-10 AM Friday, February 24 at Sacred Heart Church prior to the Mass of Christian Burial held at 10 AM in the Church, officiated by Rev John Eckert. Burial will be in Belmont Abbey Cemetery in Belmont NC at 2 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, National Processing Center, PO Box 758542, Topeka, KS 66675-8542.
Roger K. Bowers, 90, of Ridgway, PA died on Saturday, February 18, 2023.
On November 14, 1932, in Harrisburg, he was born a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Bowers.
In 1961, he married the late Alyce Blair Bowers.
Roger served in the U.S Air force during the Korean War. He worked in insurance most of his life. Roger spent his free time golfing and fishing.
He is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Cerequas, 2 grandchildren, Emily and Christopher Cerequas, and 2 sister in laws; Margaret Strandberg of Ridgway and Marth Blair of Cape Elizabeth, ME.
Services for Roger K Bowers will be held privately.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Delene L. Miller, 73, of 311 Walnut Street, Kane, PA and formerly of Nederland, TX and Johnsonburg, died Saturday evening, February 18, 2023, at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, PA following a short illness.
She was born in Ridgway a daughter to Winifred Dougherty Smiley. On February 14, 1970 in Portville, NY she married Robert L. Miller. He preceded her in death on February 28, 2016.
Delene was a 1968 graduate of Johnsonburg High School and had lived in Kane for the past 2 years. She had lived in Nederland, TX for 30 years and had traveled the US with her husband for many years for his work as an oil field worker. She was a member of the Johnsonburg United Methodist Church. She had been a member of the Johnsonburg Diplomats Drum and Bugle Corps. and, along with her whole family, took part in Civil War reenactments. She also enjoyed being outdoors and traveling with her husband, especially trips on their Harley.
Delene is survived by her brother Eugene “Gene” Smiley of Johnsonburg and nieces and nephews Kathy Forman (Scott), Mary Harding (Trish Jagoda), Jimmy Harding (Sandy), John Harding, Bob Miler, Lynne Cooper (Mike), Jana White (Chris), Leslie Schloder (John) and Tim Smiley. Numerous great-nieces and nephews also survive.
In addition to her mother and husband, Delene is predeceased by her sons Eric C. Miller and Kevin P. Miller.
Friends and family are invited to attend a Funeral Service for Delene L. Miller to be conducted at the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA on Thursday evening, February 23, 2023 at 8 PM with Rev. Matt Williams, Pastor of the Johnsonburg United Methodist Church as officiant. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 6 PM until service time on Thursday. Interment will be in Oak Bluff Memorial Park, Port Neches, TX.
If desired, memorial contributions should be made in remembrance of her to the ASPCA at secure.aspca.org or to the Johnsonburg Public Library, 520 Market Street, Johnsonburg, PA 15845.
J. Wayne Gular, 77, of Third St., Roulette, PA passed away Saturday (Feb. 18, 2023) in his home.
Born March 1, 1945, in Doylestown, PA, he was a son of Larry and Emma Prentice Gular. He married Gloria King, who survives.
Wayne was employed as an autobody repairman for many years before his retirement. He was a resident of area for 18 years coming from New Mexico.
He enjoyed watching NASCAR races whenever he could.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Gloria, is a son, Herbert S. (Nancy) Gular of Roulette; two daughters, LeAnne D. (Joseph) Bordhun of Roulette, Courtney J. Gular of Los Lumas, NM; 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; two brothers, W. Robert (Linda) Gular of Trooper, PA, Larry (Amy) Gular of Sckuylkill, PA; a sister, Louise (Scott) Christman of Coopersburg, PA; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his by his parents.
At Wayne’s request, there will be no funeral services.
Memorials can be made to the Roulette Fire Dept. or Roulette Ambulance.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to: Herb S. Gular, 24 Third St., Roulette, PA 16746.
On January 24th, 2023 at approximately 7:46PM, Cuba Police arrested Kevin J. Tyler (51) of Wellsville. Tyler was arrested charges of petit larceny. Tyler was processed and issued an appearance ticket to appear at a later date. Tyler is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of Law.
***On January 24th, 2023 at approximately 6:24pm Cuba Police arrested Kevin J. Tyler (51) of Wellsville. Tyler was arrested on charges of petit larceny (Misdemeanor), trespass (Violation) and burglary 3rd (Felony). Tyler was placed in front of a Cuba Town Judge and released to appear at a later date. Tyler is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of Law.
At 10:21 AM on Monday, Wellsboro Fire Dept. has been called to Mills Hill Road for a wildfire. Reported to be off the Steam Mill Road. Mansfield & Middlebury patrols dispatched to assist.
At 6:27 AM on Monday, Roulette Fire & EMS has been dispatched to a 2 vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 6 & Fishing Creek Road. Report a T-bone crash. One patient reporting chest pain.
