January 2024

William C. “Bill” Henry, 87, of Warren, PA, formerly of Lakewood, FL, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loving family.

A complete obituary will be published when available. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

Lori Ann Roys, 55, of Port Allegany, PA passed away unexpectedly on Monday (January 22, 2024) at home in Port Allegany.

She was born May 18, 1968 in Bradford, the daughter of Betty Gene Springer, and was raised by her grandparents, Gene and Betty Sherwood. On January 28, 2000, in Port Allegany, she married Daniel L. Roys, who survives.

Lori was a 1986 graduate of Port Allegany High School. She was a homemaker tending to the needs of her family.

Lori enjoyed playing “Mrs. Claus” for the Christmas season alongside her husband, filling the role of “Santa Claus” every year.  She also enjoyed watching many children as a sitter for many years.  She also enjoyed her three fur babies that she leaves behind, “Puddles”, “Remington”, and “Baer”.

Mark Thomas Crowley, 69, of Eustis, FL, previously of Bolivar, NY, passed away Monday, January 22, 2024 after a lengthy illness with his family at his side at the Pines of Olean. 

Born February 9, 1953 in Cuba, NY, he was the son of Robert and Mary Congdon Crowley.

 He was a graduate of Bolivar Central School, Class of 1972.  While in high school he was known as the class clown, always bringing humor to any situation. Active in sports, he lettered in football, basketball, baseball and track, and was a star high jumper in track.

After high school, he started working as a welder for Clark Brothers in Olean, New York.  From there he moved to Ohio and later to Connecticut, welding on nuclear submarines.  Mark and his loving companion, Dot, then moved to Eustis, Florida where he began driving cross-country trips for Service Trucking Company, until his retirement.

Charles J. Uhl, 94, of Old Kersey Road, Kersey, PA passed away peacefully Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Jefferson Manor Nursing Home. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Lewis Lloyd Glassmire, Jr. (71) of Glenwood, MD, passed away suddenly after a cardiac event on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

Lew was born on May 28, 1952, in Coudersport, Pennsylvania to the late Lewis Lloyd Glassmire, Sr. and Edythe Mabel Snyder Glassmire.  Lew was raised on his family’s farm – cultivating a love of the outdoors as well as learning the true value of working hard, a trait that he would carry throughout his life and instill in his children and colleagues. 

Lew graduated from Coudersport Area High School in 1970. As a high school student, he excelled in academics, and it was here he developed his love of sports, running track and field and playing basketball.  Most importantly, during this time he met his high school sweetheart, Victoria Karhan, who would become his wife of 46 years.   

Following high school Lew attended Penn State University and graduated with a BS in Civil Engineering, beginning his exciting career in civil construction.  Marrying Vicki in 1977, together they left their hometown of Coudersport to begin their careers and start a family.  Lew’s employment allowed him to work for various companies in several states, moving from the mid-Atlantic to as far south as Mississippi. Finally settling in Glenwood, Maryland, they continued raising their four children and lived for almost 30 years. 

Jerry Robert PHILLIPS, 74, of Coudersport, PA, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024.  

Born June 27, 1949, in Coudersport, he was the son of  Robert and Berna Atkinson Phillips. 

 When Jerry was a junior in high school, his family moved to Fort Myers, FL, where he graduated from Fort Myers High School in 1967.  After high school, Jerry took a gap year and explored Australia before he came home to join the Navy.  He served honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1969 – 1974 during the Vietnam War.  He served on the USS Macdonough (DLG8/DDG-39) and was a diver. 

 Jerry was a lover of the outdoors.  He spent many years as a logger and providing firewood to his family and the community through Phillips Firewood.  He then started Greenhill Sugar Shack, where he made maple syrup, later with his close friend, Scott DeLong.  

Brian D. Stockman, 51, of Kersey, PA passed away at his at his home on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 following a lengthy illness.

He was born on March 30, 1972, in Ridgway, a son of Rosmary Gahr (Ernie) Mattiuz of Kersey, who survives and the late Richard F. Stockman, who preceded him in death on December 31, 2004.

Brian was a 1991 graduate of Elk County Christian High School. Professionally, Brian thrived in the field of hotel management. His dedication and expertise made him an invaluable asset in the hospitality industry. With his warm smile and exceptional people skills, he built lasting relationships with colleagues and guests alike.

His love for writing carried through locally at the Daily Press and the Ridgway Record, where he worked for the last few years.  He was instilled with his love of cooking from his mom, and his travel bug that he got from his dad, is what took him all over the world.

Brian, known for his adventurous spirit, embarked on countless journeys throughout his life. From the breathtaking landscapes of Alaska to the sandy beaches of Florida and the vibrant deserts of Arizona, he truly experienced the wonders of the world. His passion for travel nurtured his soul and enriched his spirit, allowing him to form connections with people from all walks of life.  Some of his favorite adventures took him to Europe, Stonehenge, Egypt, and Amsterdam, just to name a few.