Daniel F. “Danny” GLASSMIRE, VI, 42, of Coudersport, PA, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025 in UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh, surrounded by his family following a hard fought battle with cancer.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Jeannine M. KAPLE, 73, of Coudersport, PA, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born July 24, 1951, in Summit Township, she was the daughter of Lewis B. and Thelma May Lillibridge Kaple.
Ada M. PALMATIER, 86, of Genesee, PA, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born December 13, 1938, in Hickox, she was the daughter of Merle “Mike” and Ruth Whitaker Dunbar. She was a 1956 graduate of Genesee High School. On March 23, 1957, in North Bingham, she married Leonard Jerald “Jerry” Palmatier, who predeceased her on January 6, 2017. Ada and Jerry owned and operated a dairy farm for many years. She was a bus driver in the Northern Potter School Distrist for 40 years.
Surviving are: three children, Len (Melonie) Palmatier of Genesee, Amy (Bob) Ellison of Whitesville, NY, and Abby (Frank) Dunning of Lawrenceville; grandchildren; ste-grandchildren; great-grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a sister, Betty J. Palmatier; and a brother, Donald Dunbar. The family will hold a private service in the Ellisburg Union Wesleyan Church. Rev. Roy Ward will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Settlement Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers and food, memorials may be made to Ellisburg Union Wesleyan Church, 1020 Rag Hill Road, Genesee, PA 16923 or Genesee Volunteer Fire & Ambulance, P.O. Box 9, Genesee, PA 16923. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Shirley C. BILLINGS, 69, of Hallsport, NY, died Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Born July 6, 1955, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Ronald and Beverly Grace Smith Billings. In spite of her handicaps and health issues her entire life, Shirley never let them hinder her from being a part of whatever activities her family was doing. Her family and friends have always been important and special to her. Her nieces and nephews have always held a special place in her heart and life. Babysitting was especially a highlight in Shirley’s life. Another highlight in her life was church. She was a volunteer at Southern Tier Youth for Christ. Shirley took great delight in photographing many family events and shopping for her family members.
John W. Dippold, Jr., 83, of 507 N. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, passed away with his family by his side Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Penn Highlands Elk.
He was born August 17, 1941 in St. Marys, son of the late John W. and Jeanne Smith Dippold. He was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1959, and owned JWD Associates as a manufacturer’s representative for many companies.
Johnsonburg, Pa.: John and Isaac Dellaquilla, a predator hunting family, harvested predators for all three weekends of Rolfe Beagle Club’s Coyote and Fox Hunt or Trap. They finished up the Hunt or Trap with a total of six coyotes and two foxes at the weigh station.
On Friday, John harvested a 32.4# male coyote at 8:30 pm on private lands in Elk County. John hunts with .243 rifle and a thermal scope. John primarily scans for predators but, if he does any calling it is usually minimal.
Isaac, John’s son, showed his prowess as a predator hunter by harvesting a 30.6# male coyote at 4:00 am on Saturday. He followed up the success Sunday morning at 3:30 am with a 25.4# female coyote. In addition, Isaac also harvested a male red fox weighing 12.2#. Isaac also shoots a .243 with a thermal scope. All of the harvests were on private lands in Elk County.
Additional information at the Facebook Page, Rolfe Beagle Club.
On February 27, at 1:21 am Coudersport Ambulance was dispatched to Rt. 6 West for a man fallen
On February 26, at 9:59 pm Bradford City Ambulance and Lafayette Fire Dept. were dispatched to 5446 Rt. 59 for a two vehicle accident a tractor trailer and passenger vehicle with unknown injuries and unknown entrapment
On February 26 At 7:02 pm Port Allegany Fire Dept. was dispatched to 804 Pine Grove Rd. For a wildfire.
On February 26, at 7:00 pm Coudersport Fire and Ambulance were dispatched to 307 Rt. 6 West for a dryer Fire
Walter L. “Butch” Brunner, 86, of Grant Road, Ridgway, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
He was born on March 16, 1938, in Ridgway, the son of the late Walter H. and Hattie States Brunner.
On April 12, 1958, he married the late Janice O’Connell, who preceded him in death in 2016.
Butch was a proud graduate of Ridgway High School and devoted many years of service to the Fairview Coal Company before transitioning into a role at Pro Process after his retirement. Butch was a lifelong enthusiast of fishing and hunting, cherished moments spent in Missouri pursuing his passion for the outdoors, and his adventures were often accompanied by his beloved dog, Hollie. He was also a proud member of Ridgway Boy Scout Troop 93, where he instilled values of leadership and community in younger generations. Butch notably participated in the woodman’s competition, showcasing his dedication to the skills he cherished.
We at the PCSA experienced a remarkable turnout on Saturday, February 22nd, for the Vintage Oval Races. The weather conditions were ideal. We were pleased to have a sizable audience watching from the fence. The group of individuals dedicated to preserving this sport are truly exceptional people on and off the race track.
We at the PCSA would like to thank everyone that help us pull off another great event.
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Coming off the first back-to-back 30-win seasons in program history and being the defending United East Conference champion, the standard is high for the Pennsylvania College of Technology softball team.
“We look to have another successful year in the United East. Winning championships will always prove to be very difficult, but it will continually be our end goal. I expect to remain very competitive throughout conference play and be working toward returning to the NCAA tournament,” coach Angela Stackhouse said.
The Wildcats open their season opener at 1 p.m. on Saturday at first-time opponent Messiah University.
Penn College returns several veteran players who helped last year’s squad go 30-12 overall and 20-6 in all United East games (15-5 in the UE regular season), including junior catcher Lexi Snyder of Hegins, sophomore outfielder Grace Lorson of Jersey Shore, senior outfielder Madison Herriman of Danville and senior pitcher Mackenzie Weaver of Montoursville.
To become a certified pesticide applicator in Pennsylvania, passing a written exam is required. This exam will be offered at the Penn State Extension office, 1 North Main Street, Gunzburger Building, Coudersport on Tuesday, March 4th from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Anyone interested in either a private applicator license or a commercial/public applicator license should:
For more information, please contact the Penn State Extension office at 814-274-8540 x 102.
The annual Property Tax/Rent Rebate Clinics hosted by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will continue during the week of March 3 with the following events:
The service is free, and no appointment is required.
The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program benefits eligible residents 65 years and older; widows and widowers 50 years and older; and people with disabilities 18 years and older. This year’s income limit is $46,520 for both homeowners and renters; be sure to exclude 50% of Social Security or railroad retirement income. The maximum rebate is $1,000.
To file for the rebate, residents must have the following documentation to allow claims to be processed:
Applicants who wish to receive their rebates through direct deposit should bring a check for account information. If not, paper checks will be mailed. Disbursements should begin after July 1.
Assistance is also available at Causer’s offices in Bradford (78 Main St., 814-362-4400), Coudersport (279 Route 6 West, Office 2, 814-274-9769) or Kane (54 Fraley St., 814-837-0880). Residents may also apply online at mypath.pa.gov.
Ann McAvoy
Ann M. McAvoy, 104, of Warren, PA., died peacefully, Monday evening, February 24, 2025, at the Rouse Home, Youngsville, PA., after a long life, surrounded by her loving family.
Ann was born September 16, 1920, in Warren, PA. She was the daughter of Peter and Mamie Scalise Lucia. She was a 1937 graduate of Warren High School and attended 8 years at St. Joseph School. She was a graduate of Ora Jean Beauty Academy in Erie, PA. and owned and operated her own beauty salon. In 1952 she moved to Sheffield, PA., where she resided for 50 years. She also was employed with New Process Company, working nights before she went to beauty school. She loved spending her birthday with her children at the casino. Ann loved to bowl most her life and she was an avid crocheter and knitter for her children and grandchildren. She loved to play cards. Ann was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church. Prior to Ann’s stay at the Rouse, she was a resident of the Watson Memorial Home.
Ronald W. Johnson, 73, of Port Allegany, passed away Saturday (February 22, 2025) at UPMC-Williamsport.
He was born April 19, 1951 in Port Allegany, the son of Roy and Wava (Strang) Johnson. On November 1, 1997, in Jamestown, NY, he married Deborah Finnemore, who survives.
Ron was a graduate of Port Allegany High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1973.
Mr. Johnson was employed for over 30 years at originally known as Pierce Glass Co., now Ardagh Group of Port Allegany.
The Pennsylvania College of Technology wrestling team takes six ranked matmen into this weekend’s NCAA Division III Region 2 Championship at Lycoming College. Matches begin at 10 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.
“I am pleased with how our regular season went. We battled some injury and sickness, as does any other team, but have come through on the other side and are set for a great run at regionals,” first-year coach Dalton Rohrbaugh said.
“The big highlight of our season was our first Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference title, which was won in dominating fashion with eight out of the 10 champions being from Penn College,” Rohrbaugh said of his squad’s 4-0 AMCC and 7-2 overall dual match season.
