Sandra J. Knight, 78, of Elk Haven Nursing Home, and formerly of Ridgway, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born on June 26, 1946, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Milfred and Betty Keneske Nelson.
Sandy was a dedicated and extremely talented phlebotomist at the hospital in Ridgway until her health forced her from that occupation. She put the same dedication into her work at Rite-aid where she cheerfully assisted everyone. The role she was most proud of though was Mom and then Grandma. When getting off the phone she always had to say “I love you” last. It was like a competition
Anthony G. Gigliotti, 81, of Clarendon, Pa, formerly of Walston, PA, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, in his home after a 5-year battle with cancer.
Tony was born in Punxsutawney, PA on August 3, 1943, he was the son of the late Anthony V. and Jeanette E. Astorino Gigliotti. He was a graduate of Punxsutawney High School, IUP, and WVU, obtaining his master’s degree in social work. After college Tony worked as a teacher in New Jersey, then retired from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as Director of Welfare for Warren & Clearfield Counties. He also was the former owner and operator of the Mineral Well Restaurant in Stoneham, and the manager of the kitchen and bar at the Punxsutawney Country Club. Tony was of the Catholic faith and a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Warren, PA. He was a member of the Walston Club, The Eagles, the American Legion, The Moose, and the Clarendon Vets. Tony was the creator of the famous “Jiggers Peppers” known by many in the area.
On September 4, at 11:27 am Mt. Laurel Search and Rescue, Harrison Valley and Westfield Fire were dispatched and recalled for a search for a missing 3 year old in Westfield Twp. The child has been found
Overview: Seneca Highlands IU9 is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic IT Support Technician to join our team in Smethport, PA. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to start a rewarding career in technology within an educational environment.
Key Responsibilities:
● Provide first-level technical support for devices, networks, and classroom technology.
● Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues.
● Assist in maintaining and updating IT documentation and inventory.
● Ensure excellent customer service by being courteous, polite, and service-oriented.
● Collaborate with other team members to enhance overall IT support.
Qualifications:
● Strong written and verbal communication skills.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
● Basic troubleshooting skills for devices, networks, and classroom technology, or the ability to learn these skills quickly.
On Sunday, September 8, B-Free Church, 18 Boylston St, in Bradford will be hosting their 100-years of ministry celebration. The event will feature special guest speakers at the 10:30 worship service: Superintendent Chris Hill and retired Reverend Bob Brest who pastored the First Free Methodist Church for over 30 years. At 3:00 p.m., the public is invited to a free concert by the Misfits, a very entertaining bluegrass and southern gospel group. A dessert fellowship with an ice cream sundae bar, pies, and cakes will follow the concert.
Back in 1924, the expanding First Free Methodist Church of Bradford, located originally at 32 Pleasant Street, laid the cornerstone for their new church building at 18 Boylston Street, and the downtown ministry has continued strong ever since. A generous donation from the Sarah A. Hewitt estate provided most of the funding. The pastor at that time was Rev. L. J. Lindsey.
In 1970, the church doubled its size by adding a new addition including four Sunday School rooms, a pastor’s office, a fellowship hall, and a well-equipped kitchen.
In 2020, Jim Lenaway was named the Pastor. Later that year, the members nicknamed the church B-Free to reflect the direction and purpose of the energized and outreaching ministry.
Daniel P. Davis, 78, of 8 Wagner Avenue, Bradford, passed away Friday, August 30, 2024, at Bradford Manor.
Born November 26, 1945, in Olean, he was a son of the late Frances Lavera (Weldon) Davis and Donald W. Davis Sr.
Dan was a 1963 graduate of Bradford High School.
After graduating from high school he enlisted in the United States Army on March 2, 1966 and served in Vietnam until his honorably discharge on December 15, 1967. He was awarded the National Defense Medal, Sharpshooter Second Class Marksman Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal.
In his youth and as a young adult he played the Accordion.
Surviving are two sisters, Anita (Neil) Wolcott, of Bradford, and Cindy (Ron) Jankowski, of Olean, NY, and one brother, Michael Davis, of Bradford, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Beverly (Monti) Davis, two brothers, Ronald Davis, who died in 1973, and Donald Davis Jr. who died in 2009.
Services are private at the convenience of family, followed by Military Honors by members of the United States Army and the Honor Guard from the American Legion Post 108 of Bradford. Burial will follow Willow Dale Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids and Cancer PO Box 1299 Bradford, PA 16701 or McKean County SPCA.
On September 3, at 3:27 pm Port Allegany Ambulance was dispatched to the Port Allegany Health Center for a possible CVA. Mercy Flight was dispatched to the high school football field
Dorothy Marie Null, 100, of 47 Mountaintop Road, Gifford, passed away Sunday September 1, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born July 12, 1924, in Kane, she was a daughter of the late William and Clara (Benson) Reigel. She attended Kane High School.
On February 8, 1943, in Kane, she married Joseph E. Null Sr., who preceded her in death on November 29, 2017.
Dorothy worked in housekeeping at the Bradford Hospital.
She was a member of the Lafayette Evangelical Church, and a former member of the Cyclone Free Methodist Church, the Gifford Methodist Church, Rebecca Lodge in Rew, and the Hilltop Fire Department Auxiliary.
Yvonne A. Crawford, 73, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of 117 Peach Road, St. Marys, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024 at Elk Haven.
She was born May 7, 1951 in Clearfield, daughter of the late William and Evelyn Stock Gillen.
On July 8, 1992, Yvonne married the late Frederick Crawford, who preceded her in death on August 16, 2013.
Erik D. Williams, 29, of Coudersport, found rest in the arms of God on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Erik was born on October 8, 1994, in Philadelphia, the son of Damon M. Williams of Coudersport; and Un Yong Hong of Dover, DE.
Erik enjoyed dining out with family and friends, going for walks, watching comedy movies and TV shows, and quoting lines from them to anybody around him. His favorite was Seinfeld. He was very outgoing and wasn’t shy about sharing movie phrases with strangers at the store. He also loved singing and skipping around the house to music. His favorite music was classic 60s and 70s rock music, especially the Rolling Stones. During the week, Erik spent his time at the Dickinson Center Adult Development Program where he was well loved by the staff. We will miss his beautiful smile, his singing, his love for food, and his happy spirit.
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the Duke Center man convicted of Rape of a Child in December has been sentenced at a sentencing hearing before the Judge at the McKean County Courthouse today. Sebastian VANCAMP of Duke Center was previously convicted of 2 counts Rape of a Child (victim under 13) and related charges. Following conviction, pursuant to Pennsylvania Law, he was ordered to undergo an assessment with the Sexual Offender Assessment Board and, following a hearing with the Judge, he was found the meet the definition of a Sexually Violent Predator.
Because the Court’s determination of Sexually Violent Predator status is required to occur before sentencing, the original sentencing date was continued to today. He had also been charged with Child Pornography in a different case. Following his conviction of Rape of a Child, he pled guilty to possession child pornography. At today’s sentencing hearing, VANCAMP was sentenced to 22 years to 44 years plus 3 years of consecutive supervision for 2 counts of Rape of a Child (victim under 13); 2 counts Statutory Sexual Assault; Corruption of Minors; 5 counts of Indecent Assault; and Sexual Abuse of Children (Child Pornography).
