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May 2025
Limited Number Of PAHS Yearbooks Still Available
The PAHS Tiger Lily was distributed Friday during Fun Day activities at PAHS. The yearbook staff is pictured with this year’s edition with the theme Hear the Year. There are a limited number of yearbooks still available. Contact Mrs. Reed by calling PAHS at 814-642-2544, ext. 4129 for further information.
Patricia Ann “Patty” HAMILTON, 63, of Coudersport, PA
Patricia Ann “Patty” HAMILTON, 63, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Ulysses, died Monday, May 26, 2025 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport. Born November 29, 1961, in Wellsville, NY, she was the daughter of William K. and Shirley Freeman Hamilton.
A 1980 graduate of Northern Potter High School, she was a member of the Ulysses Free Methodist Church, Ulysses Area Improvement Association, and Tri-Town Volunteer Firemen’s Auxiliary.
She is survived by several cousins. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a sister, Roberta Lynn Hamilton. Burial will be in Ulysses Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Free Methodist Church, P.O. Box 295, Ulysses, PA 16948. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Murray K. McComas, 88 of Warren, PA
Murray K. McComas died peacefully at the age of 88 on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. He was born in Warren, PA on December 3, 1936, to Donald Emory and Edith Knabb McComas and grew up on Central Ave. in Warren. Murray was known to many for his eternal optimism, sly grin, bone-crushing handshakes, and his penchant for loud pants.
Roxanna L. Wright Marino, 73, of Warren, PA.
Roxanna L. Wright Marino, 73, of Warren, PA., died peacefully, Tuesday morning, May 27, 2025, at the John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home, after an extended illness. She was born August 13, 1951, in Titusville, PA. Roxie was the daughter of Robert and Eleanor Johnson Wright, a native of Grand Valley, PA.
Roxie was a Warren area resident for the past 50 years. She was a 1969 Graduate of Youngsville High School and earned an associate degree in bookkeeping from Bryant and Stratton College of Buffalo, N.Y. Roxie was employed as office manager at the Conewango Club for 25 years and the past 5 years, she has worked at Northwest Bank. She was a member of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church and was a church usher. She was a member of LiveStrong. Roxie was a loving and amazing wife, mother and grandmother, she loved visiting her granddaughter in North Carolina. She enjoyed gardening, especially her houseplants, she believed in and collected angels.
Elizabeth “Betty” Plotts of Coudersport (formerly of Port Allegany)
Elizabeth “Betty” Plotts
Elizabeth “Betty” Plotts of Coudersport (formerly of Port Allegany) passed away on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, at Sweden Valley Manor.
Born on January 25, 1934, in Matoaca, Virginia, she was the daughter of Edwin E. and Marjorie Perkins Long. On November 27, 1952, she married Robert Klesa who passed away on July 19, 1954. On July 23, 1955, she married James Plotts who survives her.
Port Allegany School District Annual Service Awards Banquet was held Mary 22
The Port Allegany School District Annual Service Awards Banquet was held Mary 22 at the Veterans Memorial, Inc. Musical entertainment was provided by John Meade. The banquet was catered by Eddie’s on Main. MC for the evening was elementary teacher Chad Saltsman. Those honored were Josh Wolf, Kiley Wojewoda, Robert Tarbox, Samantha Perry, Ben Palmer, Tim Morris, Crystal Kio and Holly Childson with five years; Christina Fessenden with 10 years; Sue Speed and Deborah Kio with 15 years; Brad Stewart, Matthew Lawton and Brad Stewart with 20 years; Todd Wheaton and Tabatha Dart with 25 years; Brian VanGorden with 35 years and Frank Roller with 37 years. Retiring this year are Frank Roller and Brian VanGorden.
UPMC Pediatrician: Preparing for Summer Break
Mary Ann Rigas, M.D.
UPMC Pediatrics
As the school year wraps up, many families are looking forward to a season of sun, fun, and well-earned relaxation. Summer offers a welcome break from early mornings, packed lunches, and homework; however, it’s also a time when routines can shift dramatically. For children, these changes can affect their sleep, nutrition, safety, and even mental health.
With a little planning, families can keep summer carefree and health conscious. Here are a few ways to help your child enjoy a safe, active, and healthy summer from start to finish.
Stick to a Routine
Without the structure of the school day, it’s easy for kids (and parents) to fall into unpredictable sleep and screen habits. Maintaining a consistent routine — even if it’s a relaxed one — can help children feel secure and promote healthy development.
Linda Yaras, 66, of Smethport, PA
Linda Yaras
Linda Yaras, 66, of Smethport, passed away with her loving husband by her side on Sunday, May 25, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Linda’s care and cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Linda, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Esther M. Auteri, 94, of Bradford,
Esther M. Auteri, 94, of Bradford, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at her home.
She was born on October 19, 1930 in Lewis Run; a daughter of the late Noey and Mary Zamberlan Franco.
She was a 1948 graduate of the former St. Bernard High School.
On April 11, 1959 in the former Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church she married Joseph Auteri who preceded her in death on January 10, 2018.
Karlie R. Hint, 20, of Friendship, NY
Karlie R. Hint: Loving Daughter, Granddaughter, Sister
Karlie R. Hint, 20, of Friendship, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025 at Olean General Hospital after a long battle with cerebral palsy.
Born on September 15, 2004, in Olean, she was a daughter of Joshua Hint and Amber Blouvet Greene.
Karlie was a student of the Belmont BOCES program where she flourished and enjoyed spending time with her classmates and teachers. She loved music, bells, her stuffed Gator, snuggles with her mommy, and Harley Davidson motorcycles.
Kama Margaret Smith Cleveland
In Loving Memory of Kama Margaret Smith Cleveland
A Celebration of Life for a Beloved Wife, Mother, Teacher, and Friend
Smethport–We are heartbroken to share the passing of our incredible mother, Kama Margaret Smith Cleveland. She was not only the heart of our family, but also a devoted teacher who spent her life guiding, encouraging, and uplifting generations of students. Her impact reached far beyond the classroom.
Please join us in honoring her life with a Memorial and Celebration of Life — a gathering to remember her warmth, her wisdom, her laughter, and her passion for teaching and traveling the world, on May 31, 2025 at 11AM in the United Methodist Church of Smethport, 601 King St., Smethport, PA 16749. Services will be held in the Sanctuary and a reception to follow in the church hall.
We welcome all who knew and loved her—former students, colleagues, friends, and family—to stay for a casual gathering with food and fellowship. A light meal will be served, featuring sandwiches, salads and refreshments. Come to share stories, photos, and memories that capture the spirit of who she was. Kama believed in lifelong learning, kindness, and showing up for others—and we hope this day reflects those same values.
She taught with love, lived with grace, and leaves behind a legacy that will continue in every life she touched.
With love and gratitude, Beth, Carol, Amy, and Sara, Loving daughters of Kama Cleveland
Galeton Memorial Day Service
VFW Honors Memorial Day – Galeton VFW Raymond Richar Post 6611 continues to honor Memorial Day with a parade and service at the West Hill Cemetery. The speaker was veteran and Honorable District Justice Chris Kalacinski. He spoke in detail regarding the ultimate sacrifice that service members made from all the battles up to the Iraqi conflict in order to ensure our freedom and liberties continue to be upheld.
Virginia Lee Hoock, 83, a lifelong resident of Coudersport
Virginia L. Hoock “beloved wife, mother, and grandmother”
Virginia Lee Hoock, 83, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on Friday, March 6, 1942, in Coudersport, she was a daughter of Joseph H. and June E. Hackett Boyd. On July 15, 1961 in Coudersport, she married Charles W. Hoock, who survives.