Robert H. Carroll “B.O.B.”, 95, of Smethport, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at Olean General Hospital.
He was born on October 27, 1928, in Mapleton Depot, he was a son of the late James H. Carroll and Vera Flo (Corbin) Carroll.
He was a 1946 graduate of Jeannette High School, received a Bachelor of Science from Indiana State Teachers College in Indiana, and earned a Master of Arts at West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV.
On June 22, 1956, he married Shirley Woodle, who passed away on June 8, 1999.
Frank E. Yungwirth, 79, of Covington, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at UPMC Williamsport. He was born October 4, 1945, in Blossburg, to Matthew and Catherine (Kroll) Yungwirth. He graduated from high school, and joined the Army where he flew helicopters in Viet Nam and was decorated for his service. He earned an officer’s commission and reached the rank of captain. After leaving the military Frank worked at Maple Hill Tree Farm on his old homestead while he attended Mansfield University and earned his bachelor’s degree. He then taught history and government at Wellsboro High School. After retirement Frank served Covington Township as a Township Supervisor. He attended St. Peter’s Catholic Church, and was deeply involved in veterans’ organizations VFW, DAV, and the American Legion, serving as commander and participating in veterans’ events.
We are pleased to announce the winners of our contest. Pat Cercone of Bradford took this great shot to earn First Prize of 50.00. Other winners were Don Becker of Driftwood Second Prize $25.00 and Cathy Straub of Emporium Third Prize $15.00
Ronald Gary PRESTON, 65, of Belmont, NY, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 9, 2024 in his daughter’s home surrounded by family.
Born July 2, 1959, in Cuba, he was the son of LeClair Archie and Myrtle Louise Bisnett Preston. A graduate of Belfast Central School, he was first employed by his family gas station, Quaker State in Caneadea. He then went on to Preston Truck Sales, Eastside Garage, and Preston Auto in Wellsville. Later, he owned his own business, Twin Tier Auto Transfer in Belmont, and most recently was employed as transportation supervisor for Alfred-Almond School. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Ron enjoyed camping, fishing, reading, and was a NASCAR enthusiast.
Job Announcement: Outreach and Communications Advisor
The Potter County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Outreach and Communications Advisor. The position will be full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a probationary period of six months. The purpose of this position is to oversee the general planning, development, and direction of all communications of the District. Coordinate programs, social media, news releases, and other forms or publication to build and sustain a positive image of the District in the public. The qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to obtain required clearances, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates are preferred to have a degree in an Environmental Field (Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, etc.), Communications, Public Relations, or another related field. The position involves extensive contact, both by phone and in person, with a variety of District customers and partners. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, a pleasant disposition, be courteous, and detail oriented. Tasks will be assigned and supervised by the District Manager per program needs.
The salary will be commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, ancestry or
national origin.
Contact the Potter County Conservation District for an employment application and full job description at 814-320-4012, or at j.childs@pottercd.com
Deadline for cover letter, application, and resume is November 30th, 2024. Please send a cover letter, application, and resume to:
PCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the PCCD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
ATTENTION WATER CUSTOMERS: this weekend our well level fell to 25 feet and put us in mandatory water restrictions. The rain we had yesterday will not be enough to put us above that mark for very long, if at all. Thankfully we are in the colder months but the mandatory restrictions are for no excess water used for anything other than daily household use. We will notify you when it is lifted. As always thank you for your patience and understanding.
Family photos were taken following the indoor ceremony at PAES. Pictured is Billy Grandin (seated) with Dwight, Eddie and Grant Fry and Jordan Ostrom; (back) Dale Fry, Duane Fry, Ricky Fry and Ryan Fillhart.
The annual Port Allegany Elementary School Veterans Day Celebration was held Monday morning at the school. The two part ceremony began outside in the parking lot of the school. Elementary Principal Greg Oliver welcomed the Veterans and Student Body. Participating with Mr. Oliver in the outdoor ceremony were Pastor and Veteran J.T. Madison, Boy Scouts under the direction of Boy Scout Leader Nick Valentine, Veteran Marcus Borowsky and the Port Allegany Honor Guard. Speaker for the outdoor part of the ceremony was Vince Berrettini. The indoor ceremony began with the introduction of over 60 Veterans including speaker Lieutenant Colonel Joseph G. Keary. The Elementary Ensembly sang the Star Spangled Banner under the direction of Jen Guncheon. After a video presentation, the student body sang America the Beautiful. Veterans and the students who invited them to the Veterans Day Celebration visited and had photos taken before the Veterans were invited to the Gator Den for refreshments.
Preparing the flag are Boy Scouts Langston Reed, Lillian Valentine and Nicholas Oldenburg (hidden) with assistance from veteran Marcus Borowsky and Scout Leader Nick Valentine.Boy Scouts Lillian Valentine, Nicholas Oldenburg and Langston Reed fold the flag as Marcus Borowsky, Pastor J.T. Madison, Greg Oliver, Vicky Kio and Nick Valentine watch.Edward Higley and Billy Grandin, PAHS Class of 1955, were two of the over 60 veterans honored at the 2024 Veterans Day Celebration at PAES.Matt Simpson and all the veterans were welcomed with cheering, flags waving and other signs of appreciation as they were introduced to the student body at PAES.
Motorists are advised that a two-year embankment stabilization project continues on Route 44 between Route 973 and Waterville in Cummings Township and between Route 220 and Torbert Lane in Watson Township, Lycoming County.
The week of Tuesday, November 12, 2024, the contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker, will begin removing the traffic signals and temporary barrier between village of Ramsey and 0.5 mile north of the Pine Creek Inn in Cummings Township.
Robert J. Turner, 87, of Warren, Pa, died on Friday November 8, 2024, at UPMC Hamot Hospital, Erie, PA, after an extended illness.
He was born on December 8, 1936, in Clarksville, Pa, the son of the late Gerald J. and Hildred Dorothy Scott Turner. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Shirley Largent and Garaldine Adamson. Bob was a Warren area resident from 1973 to 2001, moving to Erie, Pa, and back to Warren in 2013.
Week two of PAHS Seniors visiting Rotary took place November 7 at the Port Allegany Moose Lodge. Azriel Luk is the son of Stephanie and Randy Taylor and the grandson of Barb Bockoras. He is a member of the Class of 2025 at PAHS and attends the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center.
Rotarian Joe Lashway presented Sarah Lonzi with a check for the United Way of Bradford (McKean County). The presentation was made following the regular weekly meeting of the club. Lonzi was the guest speaker for the day. She is the Director of the United Way.
David G. Anderson, 75, of 6624 Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road, Johnsonburg, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 8, 2024.
He was born to the late J. Richard and Germaine Rippon Anderson on August 26, 1949 in Philadelphia, PA. David resided in the Wilcox and Johnsonburg area for the past forty-plus years. He attended Holy Rosary Grade School, Elk County Christian High School, and Penn State University, where he majored in Materials Engineering.
James Andrew Johnson of Ridgway Pennsylvania passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, November 8th, 2024.
James was born on October 3, 1940 to late Andrew and Bernice Pollick. He was later adopted by George and Isabel Johnson. James attended Ridgway high school and later went on to serve in the United States Marine Corps. James served as a Marine from 1959-1963. Later that year, he went on and married Sandra Gier of Ridgway on November 16, 1963. James had three children Kevin, Kimberly, and Crieg.
Edward C. Palmer, of Toby Road, Kersey, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Penn Highlands DuBois. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Emporium, PA – This holiday season, the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library is kicking off two beloved traditions – the Cards for Troops and Holiday Book Gifting Programs – to spread cheer and give back to both our community’s children and those serving abroad. These initiatives launch this week, bringing the spirit of the holidays to Emporium!
Cards for Troops: Crafting Gratitude Across Borders
Starting now through December 7, the library’s Cards for Troops program invites young creators and families alike to make personalized holiday cards for military service members. These heartfelt creations will join Emporium’s Military Christmas Boxes, delivering messages of appreciation and festive joy to those serving far from home.
Get Crafty! Pick up a Take-Home Craft Kit at the library, located at 27 West 4th Street, Emporium. Kits are packed with a blank card, festive stickers, pre-written messages to personalize, and other fun decor materials to bring each card to life. Glue sticks are available upon request, and creators are encouraged to add their personal touch with markers, crayons, or colored pencils from home.
Return Deadline: All completed cards should be returned to the library by December 7 for inclusion in the Christmas Boxes.
The Rotary Club of Bradford volunteered at and sponsored a hotdog luncheon Friday at Futures Rehabilitation Center in Bradford. Pictured left to right are Margie Kibbie, Futures; Rotarian, Steve Morgan, President and CEO of Futures;
Mathew Lamphier, Futures; Rotary Club President, Ben Kirsch; and Rotarian Nate Higbie. The lunch was the first of two “lunch and learn” programs at the center. Friday’s program featured DJ Benzo (AKA club president Ben Kirsch) who played classic and contemporary tunes. The program participants at Futures loved the music and some even had an impromptu dance party! The program was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bradford with a matching grant from Rotary District #7280.
We are pleased to announce Brayden Shuey as the Welding Student of the Week at Seneca Highlands CTC for the week of October 28th, 2024. Brayden is a senior from Otto Eldred.
Michelle Lin “Mickey” Swackhamer, 75, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Olean General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Born September 25, 1949, in New Martinsville, WV she was a daughter of the late John J. “Jack” and Eleanor Jane (Leap) Walker, Jr.
She attended Magnolia High School in New Martinsville, WV until 1965 before moving to Limestone, NY where she was a 1967 graduate of Limestone High School. She graduated top of her class from Olean Business Institute in 1968.
On April 11, 1970, in St. Patrick Church, Limestone, NY, she married Daniel J. Swackhamer, who preceded her in death on July 6, 1989.
Mickey worked for the YWCA as a Legal Advocate for 33 years and most recently as a Systems and Training liaison for the last two.
Robert J. “Mushy” Marsh, 76, of Crosby, passed away Saturday (November 9, 2024) at his home.
He was born March 14, 1948 in Port Allegany, a son of Robert and Dorothy (Cunningham) Marsh.
He was a 1967 graduate of Smethport Area High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1970 in Vietnam.
Mr. Marsh worked at several different jobs in his life, ultimately as a laborer at the Crosby Sawmill before retiring.
He was a member of the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby and the Smethport VFW Post #2497. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and he loved working on cars.
