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Harold L. Barber, 91, of Macedon, formerly of Bolivar, NY passed away Tuesday (Jan. 9, 2024).

Harold was born Nov. 23, 1932, in Cyclone, Pa., to Clinton and Frieda Work Barber.

Harold was a dependable man, known for his strong character. He was a faithful husband to his wife Winnie, who recently predeceased him.

After attending Olean High School, Harold proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1955-1960. He was an airplane mechanic and enjoyed talking about the planes on which he worked for the rest of his life.

Following his military service, Harold worked hard at several jobs before embarking on a successful career at Dresser-Rand in Wellsville, where he worked for over 25 years. He was a skilled machinist and packer carpenter for turbines.

Harold had a passion for woodworking and was known for his skill in making wood furniture. He also enjoyed putting together and framing puzzles, as well as taking long walks to stay active. These hobbies brought him joy and fulfillment throughout his retirement years.

Peter H. Smith, 86, of Warren, PA., died peacefully, Friday afternoon, January 12, 2024. 

A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.

Socrates “Sam” Tsepelis, III, 54, of South Avenue, Custer City, PA passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024, in Bradford.

Born December 15, 1969, in Bradford, he was the only son to the late Socrates and Patricia (Mesler) Tsepelis, Jr. He was a 1988 graduate of Bradford High School.

“Loving Husband, Father & Grandpa”

David W. Randall Sr., 74, of Gross Road, Cuba, NY passed away on January 11, 2024, at Olean General Hospital from natural causes, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

David was born on April 21, 1948, in Olean, and was the son of Walter Jewitt and Katherine McCall Randall. On December 14, 1968, he married Brenda Bish Randall who predeceased him on June 26, 2008. On November 11, 2012, David married Jodi Lynn Neal Garrison, who survives.

David served in the US Air Force from 1967 to 1989. After which he worked numerous jobs including the United States Post Office in Cuba, AT&T, BOCES as a night Tech Teacher, the Olean Times Herald, Pristol Life, Potter Lumber, and Crown Y-Cuba. David was also a member of the Sandy Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Norton Chambers American Legion Post 1434 in Hinsdale, and the Allegany County Vietnam Veterans Organization of Alma and attended North Park Wesleyan Church of Cuba.

“Loving Husband, Father & Grandfather”

Mark L. Dexter, 65, of County Road 18, Alma, NY passed away at home on Thursday, January 11, 2024, following an illness surrounded by his loving family.

Mark was born on September 14, 1957, in Jamestown and was the son of Theodore and Martha Fischer Dexter. On November 1, 1980, in Alma, he married his loving wife, Brenda J. Heap, who survives.

Mark worked as a dairy farmer in Randolph. He won many awards as a showman in the New York State Fair in Syracuse. He then worked for a number of factories before going to work for the Portville Forest Products and then PA Pellet Company where he retired from in 2013. Mark enjoyed camping and watching football.

Beside his loving wife Brenda, Mark is survived by his children: Tracy (Jeremy) Barney of Shinglehouse, Patrick Maine of Roulette, PA., Ryan (Nikki) Dexter of Alma, Shannon (Zachary) VanKeuren of Hopkinsville, Miyan Dexter and Syrena Nielson both of Bennington, VT., a daughter in law, Teresa Dexter of Austin, PA, 13 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his siblings: Louise (Kevin) Duntly of South Dayton, Chauncey (Barb) Dexter of Salamaca, Timmy (Sheila) Dexter and Amanda (Bill) Purdy both of Randolph, and Michelle Dexter of Gowanda.

Friends will be received at the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, from 10:00am to 11:00am at which time Rev. Tim R. Taylor, Pastor of Crosstown Alliance Church in Shinglehouse will officiate. Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Bolivar. Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com

Audrey Ann Deegan, 88, of Allegany, formerly of Smethport, PA passed away Thursday (January 11, 2024) at Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.

She was born July 9, 1935 in Erie, the daughter of Bernard Bargielski and Jean Brzezicki. On August 30, 1958, in St. Casmir’s Catholic Church, Erie, PA, she married Raymond Edward Deegan, who died December 29, 2018.

Audrey was a graduate of Villa Maria Academy of Erie, PA.  She attended Pittsburgh’s Mercy Hospital School of Nursing, where she received her registered nurse certification. 

She was a registered nurse at Sena Kean Manor in Smethport for many years.

Shirley Ann Raught, 85, of Smethport, PA died Wednesday (January 10, 2024) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.

She was born July 1, 1938 in Bryan, PA, the daughter of Parks and Blanche (Tonkin) Hall. On January 20, 1957, in Mt. Jewett, PA, she married Richard Allen Raught, who died February 9, 2018.

Shirley was 1957 graduate of Kane High School.  She was the secretary for Hamlin Township for 45 years before retiring.

Shirley was a life member of the Hamlin Twp. Fire Department and was a huge NASCAR fan.  She loved playing Bingo and traveling to the Casino.  She was also an avid Buffalo Bills fan.

Port Allegany – Helen E. Tronetti, 83, of Smethport, PA passed away Friday (January 12, 2024) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary

Duane E. Wallace, of Cuba and formerly of Friendship, NY, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Cuba Memorial Hospital’s Palliative Care Unit after a brief illness.

Born on April 23, 1951, in Wellsville, he was the son of Lew and Leona Kuhn Wallace. On April 24, 1996, in Cuba, he married Vicki D. Winchell and they shared 28 years of marriage.

Duane was a graduate of Friendship High School class of 1969 and started driving a truck for Olean Wholesale Grocery CO-OP in July 1979 until he retired in July 2018.  After retirement, he couldn’t sit still and went back to work at the Valero car wash in Cuba NY to keep himself busy.

Duane loved driving the “Big Truck” and talking to the people he met on his route or at the warehouse.  He spent his free time buying cars at the auction with friends, fishing with family, watching the Winston Cup races, and traveling to Martinsville Speedway, Coca-Cola 600, Watkins Glen, and Dover. He was an avid Buffalo Bills Fan, loved his family, and ensured the little ones paid attention or got the “boot”.

Nancie R. Anderson, 72, of 6624 Ridgway-Johnsonburg Road, Johnsonburg, PA passed away Wednesday morning, January 10, 2024, at her residence following a brief illness.

She was born in St. Marys, on January 13, 1951, daughter to the late Albert and Margaret Seeley Sarginger. On December 9, 1972, in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married David G. Anderson and he survives.

Nancie grew up in St. Marys and was a 1968 graduate of Elk County Christian High School. She was also a 1972 graduate of Clarion State College with a BS in Business. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church, the Red Hats, Women Who Care and the Johnsonburg Library Book Club. She was an avid reader, she loved her flower gardens, decorating for holidays and traveling around the country.

Nancie had retired from Keystone Trucking of Ridgway in 2008 after 15 years of service.

Dale Neilson, 58, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Ira Davenport Hospital in Bath, NY, after a brief illness. 

He was born June 6, 1965 in Cuba, NY to Raymond and Dorothy Neilson.  Dale was a 1984 graduate of Cuba Central School.  Upon graduation, he enlisted in the US Army and was honorably discharged three years later.  During that time, he was stationed all over the world and had many great stories to share.  He was very proud of his military service.

Dale would tell you himself that he was a jack of all trades and master of none.  He held several jobs but had to quit working due to health issues.   

In 2012, he was robbed and severely beaten.  After a long road of recovery, it was determined that Dale could no longer live on his own and spent his last remaining years at the Corning and Bath Arbor group homes.  Many thanks go out to the staff at both homes for their dedication and kindness.  It will not be forgotten.  Also, a huge thank you goes out to the residents that were truly considered family by Dale.  He loved them all.