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James Richard “Dick” Miller Jr., 80, of Bradford, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025.

Dick was born in Clearfield, on July 12, 1944, the son of James Richard and Lucille Miller, and was a graduate of Clearfield High School.  He earned a degree in Special Education at Bloomsburg University, where he met his beloved wife, Nancy. He later received his master’s degree from Penn State University.

After their marriage in 1966, Dick and Nancy moved to Bradford to begin their careers in the Bradford Area School District.  Dick was the high school assistant principal for 23 years and helped found the wrestling program.  He cared deeply about investing in students; even when they were sent to his office for discipline, his main objective was to set them on a better path.  As a coach, he sought opportunities for everyone to be involved, according to their abilities.  Years after his retirement, many residents of Bradford fondly remember Mr. Miller from their time at school.

James H. Russell, 82, of Longview Drive, Ridgway, passed away surrounded by love on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Penn Highlands Elk.

Funeral Arrangements are being handled by Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853.

Betty L. Kahle, 92, of Bradford, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at her daughter’s home, while in the company of her family.

Born on April 7, 1932, in Leeper, she was the daughter of the late Wallace and Ruth (Boyd) Shotts. She was a 1950 graduate of Bradford High School.

On April 9, 1955, in the Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, she married James L. Kahle, who preceded her in death on December 27, 2014. 

Betty loved to hunt and fish along with her husband, spending many hours on Chautauqua Lake. Eventually they built a cottage on the lake at Goose Creek and spent quality family time with their children and grandchildren. 

James M. Dutka Sr., 78, of Ridgway, passed away at his residence on Sunday, February 9, 2025.

He was born on June 21, 1946, in Punxsutawney, to the late George and Geraldine Van Verosa Dutka.

After graduating from Punxsutawney High School, Jim honorably served his country in the U.S. Army stationed in Alaska. He was employed by Motion Control for many years. Jim was an avid collector and antiquer, often taking trips to the Hazen Flea Market. He especially enjoyed collecting M & M dispensers and Zippo lighters.

James J. (Jim) Hall, 89, a long time resident of Ridgway, PA, was carried into his eternal rest Thursday evening in Dubois, after a long struggle with dementia and its debilitating effects. 

Jim was born in Barnes, PA on March 5, 1935, the son of Charles J. and Alice (MacMartin) Hall.  He grew up on a dairy farm just north of Austin, PA  and was raised by his Mom and step-father, Lloyd Tyler; learning the value of hard work and responsibility. Jim graduated, with honors, from Austin High School in 1953, and enlisted in the Air Force within the next year. He selected the Medical Corps as his field of training and met the love of his life, Jeanette Eckert, at Lackland AFB, in Plattsburgh, NY.  They were married in Auburn, PA on December 8, 1956.  

After his discharge from the Air Force, Jim continued his education at Goshen College in Elkhart, IN, then completing his degree in Medical Technology at South Bend Medical Foundation, South Bend, IN in 1962. Throughout his entire career in health care, Jim was employed as Chief Technologist and Laboratory Manager in Middleton, WI, Council Bluffs, IA, and finally at Elk County General Hospital in Ridgway, where he retired in 1997 after 35 years of service. Jim and Jeanette were blessed with four children, Randy (Kim) Hall of Brockway, PA; Susan (Lloyd) Morrison of Lombard, IL; Rodney (Judi) Hall of Winston Salem, NC; and Russell (Nancy) Hall of Glen Burnie, MD.  

David E. Garner, 77, of 154 Terrace Road, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Hershey Medical Center following a brief illness. 

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

Madison Emily Lister from Mt Jewett, 23, chose to return to her Heavenly Father on Feb 12, 2025.

Madison was born on January 8, 2002 to Shane and Heather Lister in Bradford, PA

She was a very much wanted addition to our family. She came into this world with a sweet, nurturing nature, and loved her family and any type of animal and nature.

She was very reserved until she let you in her circle and then she would show you her playful side.  She was so intelligent, always wanting to learn, and she always had her nose in a book.  When she wasn’t reading she was out walking her dogs, Piper and Daisy. She loved riding bikes, walking , and taking rides with her Mom and when her nieces and nephews would come over she was always teaching them and playing with them.  She was the fun Aunt that always had something fun prepared for them.  She will be greatly missed by all her family.

She leaves behind her parents, Shane and Heather Lister, her siblings Jake (Daphne) Lister, and Sierra (Kyle) Showers, her nieces and nephews Johnny, Danny, Kaelyn and Brynleigh. Her maternal grandparents Tom (Susan) Oliphant, Janice (Clarence) Proper. She also had many Uncles, Aunts and cousins that loved her deeply. 

She was predeceased by her Paternal grandparents Harold and Carolyn Lister

In the memory of Maddie we as a family have decided to have a private Family Celebration at a later time. There will be no visitation or funeral services. If you would like to make a donation in her memory please do so to a local animal shelter or rescue.

We ask in her memory that you hug your family and keep them a little closer and remember to be aware of the signs of depression. 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a click away

To anyone out there reading this:

Remember you may not always see it but your presence in this world has left ripples far beyond what you know. Someone still smiles at a memory you created together, still feels comforted by the kindness you once showed, and still finds courage in the words you spoke.  Someone stands a little taller because you believed in them. Someone hums a song that reminds them of you, sees beauty in the world because you pointed it out, and carries your wisdom in their heart. You matter more than you realize.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport. (www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com).

Norma J. HAND, 65, of Mills, PA, died Saturday, February 8, 2025 in Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, UPMC Wellsboro.  

Born April 11, 1959, in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of Howard Norman and Shirley Waddell Dean.  On April 3, 1993, in Essex, MD, she married Loren John “Joe” Hand, who survives.  A graduate of Overlea High School in Baltimore, she was employed as a toll collector in Baltimore for eight years and by Overbrook Eggnog Corp. in Baltimore for over 20 years.  

Bonita E. “Bonnie” PORCZYNSKI, 83, of New Smyrna Beach, FL, formerly of Genesee, PA, died Friday, February 7, 2025 in Lehigh Valley Hospice, Allentown, PA.  

Born November 12, 1941, Trenton, NJ, she was the daughter of Alexander and Anne Bodnar Elias.  On June 29, 1963, in Yardley, PA, she married Theodore L. Porczynski, who predeceased her on September 7, 2012.  A graduate of Arizona State University, she was employed as an elementary school teacher in Trenton, NJ.  Bonnie was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Genesee.  

Surviving are: two sons, Tad (Traci) Porczynski and Timothy (Erika Bressi) Porczynski; seven grandchildren, Victoria, Lukas, Sarah, Seth, Sofia, Ella, and Makayla; a great-grandson, John; two sisters, Patti Forman and Nancy Rowe; nieces and nephews.  

In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by two siblings, Alexander Robert Elias and Carol Dragon.  

Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Genesee, PA on Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 11:00 AM.  

The Rev. Jeffrey Donovan will be the Celebrant.  

Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Kinney, PA.  Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org.  

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  

Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com. 

Karen L. Ayers-Snyder, 65, of Bradford, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.

She was born on November 2, 1959 in Bradford, a daughter of the late Louis Piscitelli and Norma Blair Snyder.

On October 28, 2006 in Bradford, she married Andrew “Buddha” Ayers who preceded her in death on March 21, 2020.

Karen loved spending time with her family and her “fur babies”; she also enjoyed going out to listen and dance to her sister Loey’s band.

She was employed by Servco Services for twenty-two years until she had to retire due to her health issues.

Brian D. Wolff, 57, of Summerville, passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois following a brief illness.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.

Mary Ann “Toddy” Weinzierl, 93, of Averyville Road, St. Marys, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
She was born on September 18, 1931 in St. Marys, the oldest daughter of the late George and Agnes Seelye Krug.

On September 3, 1955, at St. Marys Church, she married the late Leo “Tubby” Weinzierl, who preceded her in death on January 26, 1989. Together they shared more than 30 years of love, laughter, and marriage.

Toddy was a graduate of the St. Marys Area High School and was a member of the Queen of the World Church. She enjoyed the simple things in life, like a hot cup of McDonalds coffee and a hamburger. She loved visits with her son Mike’s springer spaniel, Ruby. Toddy loved to feed and watch the birds and the occasional deer that would visit her feeders. She loved being outside, especially riding around on her tractor picking up sticks and pinecones or mowing the grass. She would always be sure to finish by lunchtime so she could watch her favorite soap opera, “Days of Our Lives.” Toddy never known to turn down some good ice cream, especially strawberry. She enjoyed listening to Garth Brooks after attending a concert to see him at the Clearfield County Fair. She loved nothing more than family gatherings for birthdays and holidays so she could spend time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her favorite celebration was when Santa would come to visit. She loved supporting her grandchildren’s sporting events, attending SMA Cheer Competitions to see coach Jen and attend DCC basketball games to see coach Jason and Father Ben Daghir.

Gary Edward Lanning, 67, of Wellsville, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in his home. He was born March 25, 1957, in Massena, NY.

Gary was formerly employed by Highland Healthcare Center. He was a former member of the Christian Fellowship Church. He was an avid New York Giants and Yankees fan.

Karen M. Miller, 70, of Port Allegany, passed away Thursday (February 13, 2025) at her home in Port Allegany.

She was born December 2, 1954 in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of Vern Bowen and Pauline (Stevens) Dively. On September 25, 1998, in Wellsboro, PA, she married Warren  F. Miller, who died May 21, 2022.

Karen grew up working the family dairy farm, Kilkaro Farm, from childhood to graduation from High School. Karen was a graduate of Wellsboro High School and attended Corning Community College where she received her nursing degree.

Karen first worked at the Wellsboro Diner. She then worked at Carlton Nursing Home in Wellsboro.  She ultimately worked as a nurse at Sweden Valley Manor in Coudersport, until her retirement.