March 2023

Wanda L. FULLER, 76, of Potter Brook Road, Sabinsville, PA, died Saturday, March 25, 2023 in her home.  

Born November 20, 1946, in Woodhull, NY, she was the daughter of Bert E. and Hazel M. Knowles Allen.  On February 14, 1983, in Ulysses, she married Ned L. Fuller, who survives.  

Wanda was employed by Ames in Wellsboro, Galeton Production, and as a waitress at several area restaurants.  She was a member of Women of the Moose in Wellsboro.  

Surviving besides her husband, Ned, are:  a son, Doyle (Erin) Swetland of Middlebury Center;  a daughter, Starr (Nathan) Abbott of Westfield;  five grandchildren, Doyle Swetland, Kara Swetland, Ashlee Swetland, Jadyn Abbott, and Justin Abbott;  three great-grandchildren, Jaxden, Ayliana, and Luke;  nieces and nephews, including a niece that was a special daughter, Keisha Johnson.  

She was predeceased by a son, Ned L. Fuller, Jr.;  and twelve siblings, Robert E. Allen, Franklin Allen, Leona Perry, Thelma Metz, Margaret Symonds, Sadie Johnson, Blanche Stephens, Bertha Brugger, Linda Allen, Mary Short, Eloise Lester, and Brenda Orr.  

Friends may call Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM.  Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate.  Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Potter Brook.  

Memorials may be made to the American Kidney Fund at www.kidneyfund.org.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Daniel “Dan” L. Bishop, 77, a lifelong resident of Duke Center, PA passed away on Thursday (March 23, 2023) at Roswell Park in Buffalo surrounded by his loving family.

Born on April 23, 1945, he was the son of C. Fred and Betty (Blauser) Bishop.  On March 21, 1970 in Dayton, PA, he married his wife Dee (Huffman) Bishop, who survives.

Dan was a 1963 graduate of Otto-Eldred High School; he then obtained a B.S. from Penn State, graduating in 1968.  He also served in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.  

Dan was a member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, National Wild Turkey Federation, and greatly enjoyed hunting across the continent, from Newfoundland and Quebec to the Rocky Mountain states, from South Dakota to Virginia. He enjoyed the outdoors as often as possible with his son, brother, wife, and numerous great friends throughout the years.  He especially enjoyed fishing on Lake Oneida, in the Lake Ontario tributaries as well as locally. He also owned and operated “Over the Hill” taxidermy shop out of his home. Any venture into Dan’s shop was sure to involve hunting stories, and lots of them. In addition to Dan’s love of the outdoors he spent many years involved in the Otto Nippers sports program, coaching both baseball and football, developing character and sportsmanship in the youth of the community. He took every opportunity to enjoy the Little League Baseball tournaments held locally.  He was also a member of the American Legion #995.

He spent his career employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection in the Public Drinking Water Program, retiring in 2004.

Surviving in addition to his wife of fifty-three years are his son and best friend, Eric Bishop and his wife Rachel (DeRea) Bishop of Harrisville, Pa.; one brother, Joel J. Bishop of Duke Center, Pa. and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A celebration of Life will be held at the Duke Center United Methodist Church on Saturday (April 01, 2023) at 1:00 pm with the Rev. Rick Price and the Rev. Beth Rosler, pastor of the church, co-officiating; Visitation will follow from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Paws Along the River (Warren, PA) or Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com

Kenneth L. Schoonover, 64, of Coudersport, PA passed away early Thursday March 23, 2023, at Sweden Valley Manor.

He was born July 17, 1958, in Wellsboro to Amon and Sandra (Goodreau) Schoonover.

He graduated from high school and worked on local farms and as a pressman in local printing companies. Ken was well-liked and a good friend.

He was a long-time member of American Legion Post 192, loved NASCAR (especially the Earnhardts), and was a die-hard Steelers fan.
He is survived by his mother: Sandra Schoonover, of Coudersport; two brothers: Charles Schoonover (Angie) of Coudersport and Ronald Schoonover (Pat) of Emmaus, PA; a close life-long friend: Lester Taylor (Della) of Coudersport and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father.

An opportunity to pay tribute to Ken’s life at a memorial service will take place at a future date.

Ken’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Thomas Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East Street, Coudersport, PA. Burial will be in Eulalia Cemetery.

To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.thomasfickinger.com.

Arlene M. (Mosetter) Butler, age 66, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Saturday, March 25, 2023. 

She was born on December 23, 1956 in Philadelphia, PA a daughter of the late William F. and Helen (Piernock) Mosetter and was married to Richard “Rick” C. Butler. 

Arlene was formerly employed by Carleton Nursing Home, Wellsboro, PA, was a lifetime social member of the Middlebury Fire Department and loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

She is survived by her husband: Rick Butler of Wellsboro, PA, daughter: Melinda “Mindy” Kline of Wellsboro, PA, daughter-in-law: Cheri Butler of Wellsboro, PA, brothers: William Baker of Gold, PA, William Mosetter of Philadelphia, PA, sister: Kathy Baker Talada of Tioga, PA, grandchildren: Kirk Butler, Teahl (Josh) Baldwin, Karrissa (Ian) Bollock, Katelyn (Robert) Swackhammer, Cameron (Natasa Johns) Butler, and seven great grandchildren. 

She was predeceased by two sons: Cameron Butler and Carl Butler and a sister: Helen Andrews. 

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from 12 to 2 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.  A funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home with Pastor Kristi A. Webster officiating.