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Michael G. Schwarz, age 75 of Elkland, PA passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024.

Born May 24, 1948 in Elkland, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph F. and Rose (Ziglin) Schwarz.

Michael graduated from Elkland High School in 1966 and was a lifelong resident of Elkland and also resided in Galeton, PA. He was a lifelong educator and mentor who truly enjoyed working with every student helping them reach their full potential. He had a positive influence on the lives of many who regularly contacted him to express their gratitude.

Michael was a Math teacher, Vice Principal and Principal at Cowanesque Valley High School. He finished his career as Superintendent of Galeton School District.

He was a basketball referee for 40+ years and also a member of the Tioga County Hall of Fame as a coach/contributor. He was an avid golfer and fisherman, loved tying flies, making wine, and traveling. The highlight of his day was socializing with the people that he came in contact with and especially enjoyed meeting with his morning coffee groups.

He was a member of River Valley Country Club. He generously volunteered his time on a daily basis and could always be found cleaning golf carts, searching for golf balls or mentoring people with their golf swing. Michael was also a member of the St. Thomas Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Elkland and Galeton Moose Lodge, Knoxville VFW and the Knoxville Fire Department. Michael was a Mayor of Elkland and served on the Elkland Borough Council.

Robert Carlson, 79, of N. Fraley St. in Kane, PA passed away Sunday (Feb. 4) at UPMC-Hamot.  Born Aug. 6, 1944 in Kane, he is the son of the late William and Joyce (Jackson) Carlson.

Bob worked as a special education teacher for many years in the Otto-Eldred School District.

Ernest Jack Johns, age 72 of Sabinsville, PA passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.

Born December 25, 1951 in Wellsboro, PA, he was the son of the late Francis David and Dorothy Rose (Horton) Johns.

Jack loved fishing and tinkering.

Elwin Lewis GEER, 83, of Rexville, NY, formerly of Wellsville, died Monday, February 5, 2024 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.  

Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com. 

Vincent F. “Vinny” Kronenwetter, 83, formerly of Bona Vista Highway, Wilcox, PA passed away at Pinecrest Manor on Saturday, February 3, 2024 following a lengthy illness.

He was born on July 5, 1940 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Vincent J. and Martha Dill Kronenwetter.

On October 23, 1965, he married the late Barbara Secco, who preceded him in death on November 6, 2008. Together they were blessed with more than 43 years of marriage.

Vinny was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Vietnam War from 1963-1965. He was a member of St. Callistus Church in Kane and worked for more than 44 years at Pure Carbon Company. He was also a member of the K of C in St. Marys. He loved hunting and fishing and could often be found tending to his garden. A friend to all, Vinny loved to stop and chat with the many friends he met in his travels. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

Roulette—Daniel C. “Dan” Douglas, 47, of Fishing Creek Rd., passed away on Wednesday (January 31st, 2024) at home following a brief illness.

Born January 31st, 1977 in Olean he was a son of Michael Daniel and Judy JoAnn Yeaples Douglas.  

Dan had resided in Connecticut, Indiana, Ohio, and Scranton prior to moving back to the local area.  He spent his career in oil and water well services where he owned and operated Douglas Well Services for many years.

Mr. Douglas was an outdoor enthusiast, and  greatly enjoyed camping and hiking, especially the Appalachian Trail, as well as operating a rig and welding. He was also active with the Allegany Mountain Engine and Implement Association. He was a kind-hearted loving person who would do anything for anyone.

Thomas M. “Tom” Anderson, 60, of Kersey, PA died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at his residence following a brief illness.

He was born on October 14, 1963, in Dubois, a son of Joyce Palmer Anderson and the late Ralph Anderson.

On October 2, 2023, he married the love of his life, Roxanne Uhl who survives.

Tom was a self-employed contractor and took pride in being a perfectionist. He liked to “putter” around, picking up sticks, collecting apples, and maintaining a beautiful yard. Tom was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved spending time sitting in the garage, talking to family, and being with his beloved dog, Willie.

Joan Marie (Eaves) Fussell Russell, 82, entered into Glory on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Pavilion at BRMC.

Born October 14, 1941, in Starkville, MS, to the late Paul H. and Marie (Sheppard) Eaves.

Joan was a 1958 graduate of East Jefferson High School in Metairie, LA. She attended Louisiana State University at New Orleans before marrying Lt. William R. Fussell, Jr., USN on May 31, 1960.

They were stationed at Naval Air Stations in Corpus Christi TX, Bermuda and Jacksonville, FL, before Joan was widowed at age 23 when Bill was killed on active duty on April 11, 1965. She married William Ezra Russell on June 24, 1966. She lived most of her adulthood as a single mother following their divorce on December 29, 1971. She returned to Louisiana State University at New Orleans and graduated with an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing in 1986 and became a Registered Nurse. She worked in psychiatric hospitals in New Orleans and Houston before retiring from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Psychiatric Prison Hospital in 1997.

Smethport – Gloria A. Galentine, 72, of Turtlepoint, PA passed away unexpectedly, Friday (February 2, 2024) at Bradford Regional Medical Center, Bradford.

She was born July 30, 1951 in Port Allegany, the daughter of Alfred and Artie (Bells) Cochran. On October 26, 1968, Smethport, she married Robert R. Galentine, who survives.

Gloria worked at Sheetz for several years, then at Carlson’s Store in Turtlepoint, and lastly at Northern Tier Headstart as an aide.

She was a member of the Port Allegany Moose Lodge #460, was an auxiliary member of the Port Allegany Legion, and a member of the Birchgrove Mennonite Church.  She was proud of being a grandmother and great-grandmother, as her family was her whole world to her.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by:

Richard D. Stewart III:  Loving Husband, Father, and Son

Richard D. Stewart III, 47, of Maple Grove Road, Friendship, NY passed way Friday, February 2, 2024 at home.

Born on May 8, 1976, in Corning, he was a son of Richard D. Stewart, II and Anita Hoad Parulski.  On May 10, 1997, in Bath, he married the former Cristin M. McKenna who survives. 

Rich was a graduate of Haverling High School Class of 1994.  He later graduated from Houghton College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology.

He started working for Friendship Dairies over twenty years ago, and continued on as a Regional Quality Manager for Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.

Rich enjoyed raising horses, cows, goats, and chickens with his wife and daughters.  He also enjoyed volunteering with the 4-H program and gardening.  Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family, they were the center of his world.

He had served on the Friendship Central School Board of Education and had attended the Cuba First Baptist Church. 

In addition to his wife, Cristin, he is survived by

George L. Lewis, 76, of Emporium, PA passed away at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Monday morning (January 22, 2024) following a lengthy illness. He was born April 8, 1947 in St. Marys, PA a son of the late Lawrence and Mary Hornung Lewis.

George graduated from Cameron County High School and served with the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed trapping and being with his family.