Thank You From Kevin Dusenbury
June 2025
Elizabeth “Liz” Wilson, 96, of Raleigh, NC, formerly Millport, PA
Elizabeth Wilson “Millport, PA native”
Elizabeth “Liz” Wilson, 96, of Raleigh, NC, formerly Millport, PA, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Wake Medical Center, Raleigh. NC.
Born on Monday, April 29, 1929 in Millport, PA, she was a daughter of John and Irene Ball Rathbun. On October 25, 1947 in Ceres, she married Richard “Dick” Wilson of Bolivar, NY, who passed away on September 29, 2015.
Gerald F. Ogden, age 83, of Wellsboro, PA
Gerald F. Ogden, age 83, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, May 29, 2025. He was born on August 25, 1941 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Lewis and Mary (Borden) Ogden and was formerly employed by PA DOT.
Gerald liked watching western movies, playing music on his harmonica, singing, riding in parades, listening to country music, driving around the area looking at the beautiful scenery, telling jokes and socializing with his friends over a cup of coffee. He loved spending time with his fiancé and her children and grandchildren.
Gerald is survived by his fiancé: Barb Short of Wellsboro, PA, sister: Pauline (Perley) Simmons of Emporium, PA and many “step children” and “step grandchildren”. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 22, 2025 from 1 to 2 pm at the Middlebury Fire Hall.
A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm. With a dinner and a dish to pass immediately following. Family has asked for no flowers. If anyone would like to make donations they can be sent to Carleton Funeral Home in Gerald’s name to help with his funeral arrangements.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Beverly A. Dutton, 82, formerly of Bishop Street, Cuba, NY
Beverly A. Dutton: Loving Mother and Grandmother
Beverly A. Dutton, 82, formerly of Bishop Street, Cuba, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Cuba Memorial Hospitals Palliative Care Unit after a brief illness.
Born on May 25, 1943, in Cuba, she was a daughter of Hawley and Alice Boyd. On September 28, 1968, in Black Creek, she married Glenn O. Dutton, who predeceased her on September 21, 2020.
Beacon Light Behavioral Health Launches Teen Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program
Beacon Light Behavioral Health (BLBHS), an affiliate of Journey Health System, is proud to announce the launch of its new teen psychiatric rehabilitation program, Horizons. This program is designed to provide a fun, safe, and structured environment for teens to focus on their mental health care. The program is tailored specifically for youth in Forest & Warren Counties, ages 14 to 18-years old, to provide them with the opportunity to engage in meaningful care while they aim to address the growing mental health needs of Pennsylvania’s young people.
A 2023 Pennsylvania Youth Survey showed that 37.3% of 6th to 12th graders in Pennsylvania felt sad or depressed most days in the past 12 months. 16.1% have seriously considered suicide. This demonstrates the importance of accessible and effective mental health programs like Horizons.
David S. “Poppy” Thompson, 80, Of Bolivar, NY
David S. Thompson “beloved father, Poppy, and friend”
David S. “Poppy” Thompson passed away on May 30, 2025, at his Bolivar home, in the presence of family. He was 80 years old. Dave spent most of his childhood in Rochester, New York, mainly raised by his grandmother.
He didn’t take up residency in Bolivar until he met Ruth Colley Thompson. She was attracted to him because of his smile and his dance moves. They married on February 6, 1970.
Dave was immediately cast into the role of stepfather to Ruth’s four children. The household was a lively one, to say the least.
Linda Lee Postlewait, 81, of Port Allegany, PA
Linda Lee POSTLEWAIT, 81, of Port Allegany, PA, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, May 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born May 15, 1944, at the Mountain Clinic in Olean, NY, Linda was the beloved daughter of Wayne and Mary Kio Culver.
A proud member of the Port Allegany High School Class of 1961, she pursued her passion for education at Clarion University, earning her degree in 1965. On January 5, 1963, in Port Allegany, Linda married the love of her life, Malon Postlewait, who survives.
SBA Buffalo District Recognizes the Town and Village of Cuba for Economic Gardening
Belmont, NY – For over 60 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week (NSBW) to honor the vital contributions of entrepreneurs and small businesses across the nation. This year’s celebration held May 4–10, 2025, spotlighting the dedication, innovation, and economic impact of small business owners nationwide.
Grant Michael, 43, of Harrison Valley, PA
Grant Michael GRANT, 43, of Harrison Valley, PA, died Friday, May 30, 2025 in his home. He was born December 4, 1981, in Montour Falls, NY.
He attended Northern Potter High School and studied cosmetology at BOCES. Michael was employed by BJ’s Wholesale Club in Ithaca. He enjoyed kayaking, camping, and bike riding.
