Port Allegany- Norma J. DeHaven, 89, formerly of Grimes District Road, went to be with the lord on Wednesday (March 06, 2024) at Sena Kean Manor, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 04, 1934, she was the daughter of Clifford and Neva C. McNeil Grimes.  On June 26, 1954, at the Free Methodist Church in Port Allegany, she married Donald A. DeHaven who preceded her in death on February 02, 2010. They were married for 55 years.

Norma was a 1953 graduate of Port Allegany High School. She was previously employed by Sylvania, Cameo Doll Factory in Port Allegany, and then retired as a seamstress from Ethan Allen.

She was previously a member of the Pennsylvania Women’s Bowling Association and was a State Champion in 1983.  Also, she was a member of the Royal Neighbors of America, Enchanted Mountain Snowmobile Club, and previously attended the Free Methodist Church of Port Allegany where she was a Sunday School Teacher.

Norma enjoyed bowling, hunting, and had many stories to tell, snowmobiling, crafting and attending craft bazaars. She also enjoyed spending her summer weekends camping at the former Foote Rest Campground in Mt. Jewett. Norma also was an avid animal lover and loved to bake.

Smethport – Thomas Pascal Murphy, Sr., 75, of Smethport, PA passed away Thursday (March 7, 2024) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Daniel Arthur Reiff

Daniel A. Reiff, 75, of Warren, PA passed away on March 5, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. He was born February 23, 1949, to the late Frantz and Johanne Reiff.

Dan was a 1967 graduate of Warren Area High School. He served during Vietnam with the U.S. Navy Attack Squadron 165 as hydraulics and structural mechanic on the Grumman A-6 Aircraft. Dan retired from United Refining Company in 2010 after 32.5 years of service.

He was a member of the Moose Lodge 109, American Legion Post 135, VFW Post 8803, and the Eagles Aerie 313. Dan was a member of the Disabled Veterans Chapter 75 where he was the treasurer for many years.  He was also Chairman of the DAV Walleye Tournaments for seven years, raising over $60,000 for our local veterans.  

He was a member and secretary of the Pennsylvania Office off-Highway Vehicle Association, Allegheny Trail Riders president for three years, Allegheny Alive, Jamestown Rifle Club, Sheffield Rod and Gun Club, Ridgeway Rifle Club, Pine Grove Sportsman’s Association Board of Directors for four years, NRA Benefactor Member, Ring of Freedom and Certified Basic Pistol Instructor, International Defensive Pistol Association as a Safety Officer on the range as well as participant in Level II and III Tournaments in addition to local monthly matches, Chautauqua Camera Club, and Warren Camera Club.

He visited 33 countries and 35 states. His most recent accomplishment was being member of the team that won the St. Susan benefit Trivia in Jamestown NY and meeting “Cash Cab” host Ben Bailey.

Kenneth Prouty, age 91, of Gaines, PA, entered the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Sheila’s Personal Care Home in Mansfield, PA.

He was born on February 17, 1933 in Watrous, PA, the son of Harold and Margaret (Fuller) Prouty. He owned and operated Kenshire Kampsite and was a member of Valley Alliance Church in Wellsboro, PA. Kenneth was also a member of The Gideon’s and Roving Volunteers in Christ’s Service (RVICS). He enjoyed restoring John Deere tractors.

Robert “Bob” M. McCann, 59, of 23 Gilbert Lane, Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his residence.

Born May 19, 1964, in Bradford, he was a son of Maxine (Lerch) McCann, of Bradford and the late Robert E. McCann. Bob was a 1982 graduate of Bradford Central Christian High School.

On October 25, 1986, in St. Bernard Church, he married Christina “Tina” K. (Miller) McCann, who survives.

Bob worked at Tops, Sal’s and Son’s, and Pure Tech. He was employed for 26 years at FCI McKean for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, where he retired in 2015 as the Gardener Supervisor. After he retired from the Prison, he worked at the University of Pittsburgh Bradford in Facilities Management.

Bob was a member of the Corydon Township Volunteer Fire Department and the Eagles Club. He loved walleye fishing as well as turkey hunting, camping, Notre Dame Football, and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bob was an incredible craftsman and handyman. He took great pride in the carpentry and construction projects he completed throughout his life.  

Dale A. Thurston, 76, of 106 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024, at his residence.

Born September 4, 1947, in Olean, NY, he was a son of the late Lawrence A. and Joanne (Reynolds) Thurston.

He graduated in 1966, from Salamanca High School. After graduating, he enlisted on November 7, 1966, in the United States Army and served four years as an SP4 in the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged on October 28, 1969. Dale was a self-employed and talented house painter, who also enjoyed painting and drawing.

Dale had attended the Lutheran Church in Olean and was a member of the Bradford American Legion Post 108.