September 2023

Susan Elenor (Nettrour) Mangel, 75, of Droney Road, Gifford, PA passed away Sunday, September 17, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born July 15, 1948, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Byron F. and Emma E. (Hanshumaker) Nettrour.

Susan was a 1966 graduate of Pittsburgh’s North Hills High School, and she received her Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania in May of 1970.

On June 26, 1976, in Pittsburgh, she married Ronald L. Mangel, who survives.

Susan was employed for over 30 years as a Special Education Teacher for the various Wards in Bradford and worked for the Blaisdell Corporation as well as at the George G. Blaisdell Elementary School after its construction.

Arthur E. Slike, 83, of W. Washington Street, Bradford, PA passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023, at The Pavilion @ BRMC. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Sandra L. Clancy, 81, of 2 Wagner Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at Bradford Manor.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

David “Bones” Calvin Schell, age 66, of Smethport, Pennsylvania, passed away quietly on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at Sena Kean Manor.

Dave was born in McKean County on August 16, 1957, the second son of Dale and Anna Marie Schell. He was a lifelong resident of Smethport and continued his family’s presence within the community.

Dave was a dedicated custodian in the Smethport Area School District. He worked there from 1986 until 2018, when he entered retirement.

Edna S. BIESER, 94, of Wellsville, NY, formerly of North Bingham, PA, died Friday, September 15, 2023.  

A graveside service for family and friends will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, September 23, 2023 in North Bingham Cemetery.  

Robert J. “Bob” Rezzelle, 77, of Clarendon, PA, formerly of Kane, died on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, in his home after an apparent heart attack.

Bob was born in Erie, PA on October 9, 1945, the son of the late Peter A. and Leona Jagta. He was a graduate of Kane High School Class of 1963. After high school he enlisted with the United States Navy and served during the Vietnam War.

On Oct 9, 2004, Bob married the former Mary Wilbur at the home in Clarendon.

Joseph S. Knell, 79, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Monday (September 18, 2023) at his residence, Port Allegany.

He was born January 13, 1944 in Bradford, the son of Alfred and Mary (Sherwood) Knell. On June 1, 1966, in Roulette, PA, he married Juanita Cornelius, who survives.

Joe was a 1962 graduate of Port Allegany High School. He served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He attended the State Police Academy.

Mr. Knell was a Police Officer, employed by Port Allegany Borough Police, from where he retired. He previously had worked at Pittsburgh Corning in Port Allegany.

SENECA FALLS, NY — Jane E. Hugill, 77, of Seneca Falls, NY passed away with her family by her side at Seneca Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Wednesday, August 9, 2023.

Jane was born on November 29, 1945, in Port Allegany PA, the daughter of the late Russell and Margaret (Jopling) Hugill.

She graduated from Port Allegany High School and went on to earn her degree at Bryant and Stratton College in Buffalo, NY. Following her studies, she headed to California to spend much of her adult life in Los Angeles and Hollywood. Jane’s career in California ranged from concert promotion to talent agencies, where she made connections with many celebrities. During this time, Jane’s faith in Christ was ignited and her relationship with the Lord would remain a source of strength throughout the rest of her life.

Jane eventually returned to her Pennsylvania roots to work for Pittsburgh Magazine and later, full circle, back to Port Allegany to work for the area’s local newspapers. In her final years, Jane relocated to Seneca Falls, NY, to reside with her niece Holly and family.

Ellen M. Schloder, 72, of 172 Cross Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023, at her residence. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.