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Richard Philip Krise, age 72 of Lawrenceville, PA passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Corning Hospital. Born on December 13, 1951 in Blossburg, he was the son of the late Philip r. and Dorothy M. (Casbeer) Krise.

Dick retired from Corning Inc., was a member of the Osceola Fire Department and a member of the Valley Community Ambulance Association.

He enjoyed classic country music and was an avid outdoorsman; loved hunting, fishing, camping and riding his 4-wheeler.

Kenneth J. Hamblin, Sr. age 73, of Addison, NY passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Absolute Care Three Rivers in Painted Post, NY.

Born May 31, 1950 in Blossburg, he was the son of the late Wilber O. and Helen M. (Owlett) Hamblin. Ken was a lifelong farmer, who loved milking his cows, riding horses, fixing lawnmowers and square dancing.

He is survived by his siblings, Janet L. Burgess of Addison, Patti and Wesley Baker of Addison, Wilma Jones of Elsberry, MO, Dottie Stapleton of Corning, NY, Virginia and Wyatt Wolf of Rotonda West, FL, Evelyn Brown of Columbus, GA, Roger and Deb Hamblin of LeRoy, NY, Jim and Kathy Hamblin of Addison and Jerry and Joye Hamblin; a son, Kenneth J. Hamblin, Jr. of Bath, NY; a daughter, Jeannie Hamblin of Bath, NY; grandchildren, Topaz and Leon; brothers in law, Bob Towsley Sr. and Larry Mundy and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins.

Ken was preceded in death by his wife, Rosalee Hamblin; sisters, Phyllis Towsley and Judy Mundy and a brother, Leonard Hamblin.

Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Tuesday, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Burial will be held at a later date in the Nelson Cemetery. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.

With sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Lura Bailey Rouse, 93, on April 12, 2024. Born September 15, 1930, she was the daughter of Harold And Melinda Bailey.

Lura spent her early and teenage years in Scio, NY. Many years were spent in Knoxville, PA, raising her family with her husband, Wesley and her later years were spent in Tully, NY.

Lura was predeceased by her loving husband, Wesley Rouse; son, Gary Rouse and sisters, Alma Harmer and Beryl Reinprecht.

Kristin R. Bird “Loving Mother, Daughter, Sister & Friend” 

 Kristin R. Bird passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at her home. 

 Kristin was born on March 20, 1981 in Olean and was the daughter of Richard G. Bird and Michelle K. Peck Steinbroner. 

 Kristin graduated from Trocaire College with a degree in Massage Therapy. She loved to help people find peace, both physically and emotionally. 

 Kristin was a kind and free spirit, who unapologetically believed in being herself. She loved her family and friends, but more than anything in the world she loved her son, Aiden Jay Harrington. Kristin raised Aiden to be himself and proudly passed on her many gifts to him. Kristin had a very creative nature and loved to dance, sing, and draw. She had a contagious laugh and a beautiful smile that will be impossible to forget. 

Roberta Ann Myers, 70, of Bradford, PA passed away April 21, 2024, at the Bradford Manor, after a brief illness. 

Born on April 27,1953, in Bradford, the beloved first child of the late Robert Myers and Dolores (Rose) Myers.

Miss Myers, as she was known by her students at the St. Bernard School where she taught for over 40 years, and was a dedicated educator, committed to bringing out the best in each of her students. She felt blessed, in some cases, to have taught multiple generations of St. Bernard’s families.

Roberta was an avid reader, who loved watching movies, especially Science Fiction, and spending time with her devoted circle of friends and family. She will be missed by many.

SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life service for Roy D. Jackson, 82, of Shinglehouse, on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 2PM at the Gospel Tabernacle Church, 420 US 6, Coudersport, PA, with the Rev. John Minor, pastor, officiating.

Roy went to be with the Lord on March 16, 2024.

Roy’s family entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com

Barbara Werner, 82, of E. Condot Road, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk.

She was born July 19, 1941 in St. Marys, daughter of the late Edwin and Ethel Woods Wittman.  She was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1959 and continued her education graduating from Lock Haven State Teachers College in 1963, where she earned her degree in Health and Physical Education.

Barbara enjoyed her years teaching in Johnsonburg, sports (especially golf), music, going to camp, and trips to the casino.  She would readily agree the two holes-in-one she made playing golf, one at the former St. Marys Country Club, the other at the Bavarian Hills, were just lucky shots.

On June 19, 1967, in Sacred Heart Church, she married the late Joseph F. Werner, who preceded her in death on March 16, 2009.

Elizabeth J. “Betty” Moyer, 95, of Kersey, PA went home to be with the lord on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.

She was born on September 23, 1928, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Stanley J. and Helen C. Verostek Izbinski.

On December 4, 1952, at St. Marys Presbyterian Church, she married the late Ralph L. Moyer, who preceded her in death on October 21, 2001.

Betty graduated from St. Leo’s School and spent most of her life as a homemaker. She was an active member of the Toby United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, and was a member of the Toby United Methodist Women’s Society.  Betty was also very active in the Valley Grange and served in several positions over the year, this led to her years of volunteering at the Elk County Fair. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was willing to take care of not only her family but other children from the community.