Memorial Service
There will be an internment of ashes for Elizabeth “Betty” Sallade at Sweden Hill Cemetery at 1pm on Saturday, June 10th. Following the internment, please join her family for a celebration of life at the Black Forest Conservation Association clubhouse. For more information or directions please call Bill Sallade at (814) 598-3920.
At 9:00 PM on Tuesday, Shinglehouse ambulance has been called to Powerhouse Road in Ceres Township to assist PSP with a medical emergency.
At 8:33 PM on Tuesday, Tioga, Middlebury & Nelson have been dispatched for a motorcycle accident on Cummings Creek Road near Learn Road. One injury is reported. Air medical is requested.
No air medical available due to smoke & haze.
David C. “Wally” Post, 76, of Warren, PA., died Sunday evening, June 4, 2023, after an extended illness. He was born September 1, 1946, in Warren, PA. He was the son of Wilbur and Bernice K. Pierce Post. He had served with the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 in Germany. Wally was employed with the former New Process Company for 40 years and retired from Warren Times Observer in the advertising department after several years employment. He was a member of the Warren Jaycees since 1972 and was instrumental in forming the Warren County 4th of July Organization. He was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Warren American Legion Post, Warren Eagle Aerie. Wally was a diehard Buffalo Bills fan.
Wally is survived by his wife, Polly B Post of Warren, PA., a son, Michael Post (Natalie), and granddaughter, Erin Elizabeth Post all of Frederick, MD., brother, Wilbur Post (Linda) of Gilbert, AZ., niece, Jenna Post (Tushar) of Sharma, TX, great niece – Jia Bee, nephew, Collin Post (Janin), great niece, Johanna Ruby of N.C. and all of his 4th of July family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister at birth, his stepfather, John Smith, daughter-in-law, Allie Post.
A Celebration of Wally’s life, will be announced at a later date, time and place. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Warren County 4th of July Organization, P.O. Box 434, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
James C. Henderson, 86, of Henderson Road, Lewis Run, passed away, Monday, June 5, 2023, at ECMC in Buffalo NY.
Born February 12, 1937, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Thomas A. and Freda (Goodwill) Henderson Sr., he attended schools in Lafayette and Buffalo.
On September 8, 1954, he entered the United States Navy. He served overseas on submarines until he was honorably discharged on December 12,1957.
In 1959 after returning from the service he married Phyllis (Overholt) Henderson who preceded him in death.
Jim graduated from Williamsport Tech as a Diesel Mechanic and moved to Buffalo, NY where he worked for several companies before working at Consolidated Freightways, in Tonawanda, NY for 18 years.
Jim later married Barbara (Brown) Henderson and returned to reside in Lewis Run. He began working at the Area Transportation Authority as Head Mechanic from which he retired in 2000. Bored with retirement he worked for C.J. Morris as a mechanic and Dallas-Morris Drilling as a heavy equipment operator until 2010.
After retirement he enjoyed working in his self-taught wood shop, crafting many
wonderful things.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara of 44 years, four children, James (Annette) Henderson Jr, of Lewis Run, Bonnie (Dave) Vaughn of Churchville, NY, Delores Henderson of N. Tonawanda, NY, and Cindy (John) Baker of Lewiston, NY, two stepchildren, Donald (Denise) Myers of Erial, NJ and Daniel (Heidi) Myers of Savage, MN, 15 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, one sister, Marjory (John) Knox of Lewis Run, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, four sisters, Delores Wasson, Virginia Henderson, Jane Coskey, and Janet DiFonzo and two brothers, Charles Henderson, and Thomas Henderson.
Private graveside services will be held for family members at McKean Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Jeremy Childs, Pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating, followed by members of the United State Navy and the Honor Guard of the Bradford American Legion Post 108, according Full Military Honors.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
OLEAN, N.Y., June 2, 2023 — The second annual Vincent C. Horth Memorial Softball Tournament, held May 28, raised $1,621 for the Vincent C. Horth Memorial Scholarship fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
This year’s tournament brought together 72 players at the Cattaraugus Fireman’s Club for a draft-style tournament that celebrated the life of Vincent C. Horth, a Cattaraugus native who passed away in 2022.
Horth, a skilled mechanic and electrician, loved sports and the outdoors, and particularly enjoyed playing softball. The first Horth Memorial tournament was organized in 2022 as a tribute and a way to raise money for a scholarship in Horth’s name that supports students planning to follow in his footsteps in the mechanical/electrical field.
Horth’s family established the Vincent C. Horth Memorial scholarship at CRCF in early 2023. The fund is making its first scholarship award this year.
Donations can be made to the Vincent C. Horth Memorial Scholarship fund at CRCF, 301 North Union St., Suite 203, Olean, NY 14760 or online at cattfoundation.org.
James H. McPHERSON, 84, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Asbury and Flemington, NJ, died Monday, June 5, 2023 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport. Born December 3, 1938, in Sunnyside, NJ, he was the son of Hervey and Dorothy Arnenson McPherson. He was married to Bessie Thompson McPherson, who predeceased him on May 24, 2023. A U.S. Army Veteran, he served honorably from 1962 – 1964. He was employed by Johnson & Johnson in Pittstown, NJ and Raritan, NJ for 28 years. Jim was a member of Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 in Ulysses and the NRA.
Surviving are: three children, James B. McPherson, Jesse McPherson, and Thomas Motto; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Cassullo; nieces and nephews.
Services will be private. Memorials may be made to Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 Auxiliary, P.O. Box 125, Ulysses, PA 16948 to assist with postage for mailing packages overseas to active duty military personnel. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Honey R. DUNN, 89, of Ulysses, PA, died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 in Greenville, NC. Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
At 7:30 PM on Tuesday, Smethport & Norwich have been dispatched to East Valley Road for a wildfire.
All units except Engine 25 RECALLED.
At 7:25 M on Tuesday, Blossburg has been dispatched to a wildfire along Rt. 15 north of Blossburg. This fire is on South Williamson Road.
At 4:22 PM on Tuesday, Austin Ambulance has been dispatched to Gardeau Road for a cardiac emergency.
Thomas A. Stilwell, 80, of Warren, PA, died with his family at his side, on Monday, June 5, 2023, at AHN-St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA., after an extended illness.
He was born November 20, 1942, in Warren, PA., to the late Maurice J. and Clara Ertola Stilwell. Tom was a Warren area resident his entire life.
Tom was a 1960 graduate of Warren High School. He had served with the United States Marine Corp., during the. Vietnam War, where he earned a good conduct medal and rifle M-1 Sharpshooters Badge.
He was employed with the former Blair Corporation in the IT Department and retired from there as Assistant Vice President. He was an active member of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Warren Knights of Columbus, Warren Elks Club and Warren Eagles Aerie. Tom enjoyed fishing, playing cribbage and his weekly poker games.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Carol Lee Nason Stilwell whom he married July 10, 1965, in Warren, PA., 1 Son – Gregory Stilwell and wife, Heidi of Warren, PA., 2 Granddaughters – Kayla Sue Morgan and husband, Bryan of Kane, PA., Maleah Amy Lee Stilwell of Warren, PA., 2 Great Grandchildren – Wyatt Thomas Morgan and Whitney Constance Morgan of Kane, PA., his beloved cat, Booger, several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Joanne Slater.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Thursday, June 8, 2023, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA., on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 12:00 Noon with Fr. Richard Tomasone, Pastor, officiating. Entombment will be in the Mausoleum of the Ascension in St. Joseph Cemetery.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, New York 10016-5337 or a charity of one’s choice. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
At 3:30 PM on Tuesday, Kane Fire Dept. has been dispatched to an outside fire off North Fraley Street.
At 3:25 PM on Tuesday, Coudersport Ambulance has been called to Sweden Valley Manor for pain.
Stephen J. Ackerman, II, 35, of Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Olean General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born July 23, 1987, in Bradford, he was a son of Robin (Cavallero) Ackerman and Stephen J. Ackerman.
Stephen attended Bradford Area Schools and graduated from Troy High School in 2007. He was employed at Futures since 2014. He was a member of St. Bernard Church, the YMCA where he loved to swim, and Special Olympics where he participated in wheelchair racing and the softball toss.
Stephen enjoyed jet skiing at Cuba Lake with his Uncle Kevin and surprise visits from his Uncle Tom and Aunt Gretchen to go out to lunch. He was a fan of football where he followed Penn State and the Buffalo Bills. He loved NASCAR racing and was a big Dale Earnhardt fan. He met Dale Sr. in July of 2000 and Dale Jr. in July of 2017, while attending races at Watkins Glenn. His favorite times were spending holidays with his family, Christmas parties at Futures, and picnics at Mystic Waters with Evergreen Elm. In his pretend world he loved being the Foreman of his crew on his construction jobs.
Surviving are his mother Robin, father and stepmother, Stephen and Lynda, one sister, Mary-beth of West Chester, two brothers, David (Adelyn), of Westwood NJ, and Kevin of Pittsburgh, his maternal grandparents, Richard and Ann Cavallero, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Tom and Maureen Ackerman.
Private services will be held for family at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Futures Inc., Evergreen Elm, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
As we get closer to the deadline for the U.S. Fire Administration to transition to the new national fire reporting system, we are actively exploring alternative platforms that meet a variety of expectations — including affordability, ease of use, quality of data capture, and compatibility with current and future federal requirements.
At this time, we have not executed any agreements with vendors providing service related to the new statewide fire reporting system.
Until a final procurement decision is made (and we have no timeline to share at this point), ESO Solutions Inc. has agreed to suspend the end-of-life decision and keep Pennsylvania on the Emergency Reporting Software Platform.
When negotiations have concluded, our office will provide additional direction to our partners in the fire service through our normal channels.
At 1:36 PM on Tuesday, Bradford Ambulance has been called to 2 Bushnell Street at the HiRise for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle.
HARRISBURG – With many emergency medical services (EMS) agencies struggling to make ends meet, the General Assembly has approved a bill to boost mileage reimbursements for patient transport, said Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter).
House Bill 479 would ensure EMS agencies are reimbursed by Medicaid for 100% of the miles they travel with a patient on board receiving care or transport by removing the current exemption for the first 20 miles traveled.
“It really makes no sense to require an ambulance to drive 20 miles before seeing a dime of reimbursement for mileage,” Causer said. “The cost of fuel and the cost of care start as soon as that ambulance pulls away and heads to the hospital. We have a responsibility to properly pay for the services provided.”
Under the bill, EMS agencies would continue to be paid $4 per mile. Causer led the effort last year to increase the mileage reimbursement rate from $2 to $4.
“My proposal also sought to remove the exemption for the first 20 miles, so I’m pleased to see that effort advancing in the House this week,” he said.
A former EMT himself, Causer has long been a leader on EMS issues in the Commonwealth. As part of last year’s budget negotiations, he secured an increase in reimbursement rates for both Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) services to $400 and $325 per trip, respectively. The change would represent a reimbursement of approximately 80% of the current base Medicare rate in Pennsylvania, plus a reflection of the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) since 2018.
It was only the second increase in the last two decades, with the last increase taking place in 2018, again based on legislation Causer introduced.
He has also supported laws to reimburse for treatment, even when transport does not take place, and for direct payment by insurance companies to ambulance service providers.
“If we expect our emergency medical services providers to respond when we call 9-1-1, we need to do our part to support them,” Causer said. “This is another small step forward, but there is more work to do to keep our EMS agencies solvent.”
The bill now goes to the Senate for consideration.
At 12:57 PM on Tuesday, Coudersport Ambulance has been dispatched to Lower Lane for a possible full arrest.
On June 5th, 2023 at approximately 5:34pm, Cuba Police arrested 3 juveniles of Cuba. These juveniles were arrested on charges of criminal mischief 3rd (Felony). These juveniles were processed, and released on juvenile appearance tickets to appear at the Allegany County Department of Social Services at a later date. This case stems from a complaint of alleged vandalism done at Chaimberlain Park.
Caroline A. Ferry, 64, of 73 First Street, Bolivar, NY passed away on Friday June 2, 2023 in the Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville, following a brief illness.
Born on March 11, 1959 in Cuba, she was the daughter of Charles and Gloria Anderson Reeland. Caroline married Steven Ferry on June 23, 1979 in Portville, Mr. Ferry Survives.
Caroline was a graduate of the Bolivar Central School class of 1977. Caroline was employed by the Bolivar-Richburg Central School in the cafeteria department for twenty-five years retiring in 2018.
Surviving in addition to her husband are one daughter, Cristy Ferry Irmo SC; four grandsons, Austin (Abby) Ferry, Jarod Taft, Anthony Donoghue and Cole Baldwin; one sister, Sally (Joe) Love, Richmond VA.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Gloria Reeland and a daughter Kelly Ferry 2022.
There will be no prior visitation. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 from 5-7 P.M. at the family home at 73 1st St., Bolivar.
Memorials may be made to SPCA serving Allegany County, 5440 Rt. 19, Belmont, NY 14813.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc. Bolivar.
Smethport–A memorial service for Walter B. “Bud” Johnson, Jr. will be held on Friday, June 9, 2023 at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport, at 10 AM with the Rev. Allen Young, pastor of the East Smethport United Christian Church, officiating.
Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport.
Arrangements are under the direction of Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Lewis F. Schleicher, 77, of Lou Lane, Kane, PA passed away Thursday (June 1) at his residence. He was born in Braddock on March 10, 1946, the son of the late Wallace and Rosaline (Heinz) Schleicher Sr. He married Sharon Snyder, who survives, on Aug. 20, 1977 in Smethport.
Mr. Schleicher was a truck driver and had driven for Shaffer Trucking for many years. He retired in 2008 and had enjoyed spending time on his farm during his retirement.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Kari Schleicher and Rhonda Bowen, both of Kane; two sons Lewis Jr. and James Schleicher, both of Kane; two sisters, Mary Morrison and Hilda Haehn, one brother, William (Leanna) Schleicher and several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Myrtle Harris and three brothers, Wallace, George and Robert Schleicher.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
The Cummings Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Jill Bokma, 54, of Sterling, VA and previously from Kane, PA passed away unexpectedly Thursday (June1) at her residence, as a result of complications from surgery. She was born in Ridgewood, NJ on May 27, 1969, the daughter of Albert and Karen (Kramer) Bokma.
Jill attended Boyd school after graduating from Kane Area High School. She then got a job with United Airlines at Dulles Airport and had worked there right up until her untimely passing.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by one brother James (Ann) Bokma of Kane and one niece Dana Bokma, also of Kane.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation which will take place on Wednesday (June 7) from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home and again on Thursday (June 8) from 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. A funeral ceremony will follow at 12:00 at the funeral home with the Rev. Calvin Cook officiating. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave., Bradford, PA 16701 or Loudoun County Animal Services, 42225 Adoption Dr., Leesburg, VA 20175.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
Monday, June 5, 2023
Wellsville Police arrested Amanda L. Conklin, age 35, of Wellsville, charging her with Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The charge stems from an incident that took place on East State Street in May of 2023. Conklin was processed, issued an appearance ticket and released. Conklin is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on June 20th at 4:30 pm
URGENT – FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
The National Weather Service in State College has issued a Fire
Weather Watch, which is in effect from 11 AM EDT this morning
through this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA…Potter and Tioga Counties.
* TIMING…From 11 am until 8 pm on Tuesday.
* WINDS…From the northwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25
mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY…25-30 percent.
* TEMPERATURES…Upper 60s to lower 70s.
* LIGHTNING…Dry lightning strikes may cause initial fire starts
especially in the driest fuel beds.
* IMPACTS…Rapid wildfire growth and spread expected. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur due to a combination of strong winds, low
relative humidity and dry fuels. A Red Flag Warning may be
issued.
For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions,
and wildfire prevention and education, please visit the
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
website at http://dcnr.pa.gov/Communities/Wildfire.
What is a Sip & Swipe Café? It is a place where older adults can get free self-paced lessons on how to use a table or smartphone. A coach works with the learner to provide support and answer questions. The Café offers an easy, free, and safe way to learn how to use a tablet or smartphone. It is designed for those who have never touched a computer. Folks who use a computer but wish to learn how to use a tablet or smartphone are also invited to attend.
The 4-hour program covers the basics of the device – how to turn it on and how to perform activities, where the buttons are located, etc. You will also learn how to search the Internet to find information on any topic. In addition, you will learn about using email, apps, how to use the camera and access photos, and how to use YouTube to watch videos of all types.
The Sip & Swipe Café is being offered on Wednesdays, June 14 and June 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Education Council’s Coudersport office at 5 Water Street. Registration is required. To register, call (814) 274-4877. Space is limited, so call today.
