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Lt. Jeffrey L. Shade, 62, a dedicated member of the Bradford Township Police Department, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 4, 2023, while on duty. 

He was the loving husband of Janet M. Shade, who he had shared his life with for the past 38 years, a devoted dad to their three girls, and adoring papa to his granddaughter.

Born on April 3, 1961, to Ellsworth and Joanne (Benedict) Shade, Jeff grew up in Bradford and graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1979. 

He worked at Tops Markets from 1979 to 1991, utilizing his work ethic to work his way to management.

Jeff graduated from Mercyhurst Police Academy on August 3, 1990 and began his employment with the Bradford Township Police Department on January 2, 1991. He was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant on June 12, 2012. During his time as a law enforcement officer, Jeff also served the Foster Township Police Department, Corydon Township Police Department, Attorney General’s Municipal Drug Task Force, and McKean County Drug Task Force. During his law enforcement career, Jeff was certified in On-Scene Collision Investigation, Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement, Child Passenger Safety, DUID Case Law, Death and Homicide Investigations Training, Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instruction, FEMA incident command Systems, Narcotic Identification, Police Labor Seminars, and Water Rescue & Emergency Response, among others. 

Jeff received numerous Police Sharpshooter and Police Expert awards for his weapons proficiency and many other certifications. 

Jeff served as President of the William Hanley Lodge Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #67 for many years. He was involved in the National Wild Turkey Federation and was a member of the Lions Club where he served as treasurer and was awarded Lion of the Year. He coached for Bradford Little League and was a hunter safety course instructor.

Jeff was the pillar of his family. Seeming to always have the answers, his girls relied on him for his constant wisdom, support, and advice. An avid outdoorsman, Jeff treasured his time hunting, fishing, and hiking, as well as time with his beloved golden retrievers. He enjoyed Shade Boy weekends with his brothers and sitting by the fire with family and friends. He was an enthusiastic Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres fan.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Janet, his three daughters, Ashley M. Shade (Josh Britton) of Bradford, Courtney N. Shade (Bret “Ralph” McVay) of Pittsburgh, and Morgan O. Shade (Quentin Woods), of Pittsburgh; his granddaughter, Cadence Lilo Britton; his mother, Joanne M. Shade, of Anaheim, CA; his siblings, Diana Kreydt (Neil) of DuBois, Greg Shade (Amanda Turner) of Lewisberry, Mark Shade (Laura) of Drums, Julie Hickey (Mark) of Pittsburgh, and Scott Shade (Guadalupe) of Visalia, CA; his nieces and nephews, Joe Kreydt, Brenna Arrias, Trisha Kreydt, Alexa Shade, Callie Shade, Steffan
Shade, Andre Shade, Lauren Shade, Erin Shade, Zach Shade, Jake Hickey, Justin Hickey, Drew Shade, Kiersten Shade, and Caleb Shade; and several aunts and uncles. He will also be sorely missed by his golden retrievers, Wyatt, Ruger, and Winnie, and his grand-dogs.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ellsworth Shade, his paternal grandparents, Forest and Nettie Shade, his maternal grandparents, Frank and Virginia Benedict, his nephew, Nathaniel Shade, and several aunts and uncles.

Family will receive friends on Thursday August 10, 2023, in the Bradford Area High School Auditorium from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday at 10:00 a.m. in the auditorium with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church as celebrant. The public is asked to use the auditorium entrance both days.

Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the National Law Enforcement Officers Fund, or the charity of the donor’s choice.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Patricia A. Bollinger                “beloved mother and sister”

Patricia A. “Pat” Bollinger, 76, of Shinglehouse, passed away unexpectedly with her loving son by her side on Monday, August 7, 2023, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.

Born on Saturday, May 17, 1947 in Blossburg, she was a daughter of Jay M. and Ella Irene Buckingham Low.  She was married to Ronald D. Bollinger, who predeceased her.

Pat was a member of Crosstown Alliance Church in Shinglehouse.  She enjoyed working in her flower garden.  She loved to knit and working on jigsaw puzzles.  She most especially loved spending time with her family.

Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Jeffrey M. Bollinger of Shinglehouse and Ronald D. Bollinger, Jr. of Virginia; five siblings, Pearl Faulkner of Wellsboro, Donald (Anita) Low of Shinglehouse, Carol (Dennis) Voorhees of Pen Argyl, Gene Low of Shinglehouse, and Ethel (Roy) Phillips III of Shinglehouse; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Pat was predeceased by three brothers, Earl Low, Ray Low, and Jim Low.

In keeping with Pat’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Crosstown Alliance Church, 450 N. Highland Avenue, Wellsville, NY 14895.

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

To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Pat, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Carrie L. Hildersheim, 36, of Coal Hollow Road, Kersey, passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at her home.

She was born on August 6, 1986 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of John and Sandy Uber Miller, who survive of Kersey.

On July 30, 2011, in Toby Methodist Church, she married Charles “Chuck” Hildersheim, who survives.

Carrie was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, class of 2004.  She worked as the Brockway Veterinary Clinic for a number of years, and also worked part-time at Goodwill and TDK in Kersey.  Carrie had a great love for all animals, especially horses.  One of her greatest passions was horse riding and training, and she loved nothing more than sharing her knowledge with young kids who were learning to ride.  She was active in 4-H for many years, and was also a volunteer for Cub Scouts.  Carrie was a loving daughter, wife, and mother who will be remembered for her kindness, being a friend to all, and for her smile that lit up a room.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her beloved son; Leland Hildersheim.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents; John and Janet Miller, and her maternal grandparents; Robert and Hazel Uber.

Funeral Services for Carrie L. Hildersheim will be held on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA.

Visitation will be at the Krise Funeral Home in Kersey on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 9:00 AM until the time of the services.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Stride for Stride 4-H Riding Club.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com

Joel T. BLASS, 68, of Santa Barbara, CA, died Monday, November 7, 2022 in his home. Born May 22, 1954, in West Reading, PA, he was the son of Lowell R. and Emilie Verone Holtzman Blass. Joel loved riding the electric bike he built every single day. Most often, he went to the beach to read his books. He also loved building and working with computers, spending most all his working years in information technology. All his life he enjoyed being outside in beautiful environments.

Surviving are: a brother, Jeffery Blass of Parksville, MO; a sister, Betsy Haley of Dover, NH; cousins; a niece; and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother David J. Blass; and his step-mother, Elaine J. Blass.

A graveside service for Joel T. Blass will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, August 19, 2023 in Yochum Hill Cemetery, Carter Camp, PA.  Rev. Beverly Karr-Lyon will officiate.

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.  

Rosalind Jean Hupp, 91, of Warren, PA., died, Monday, August 7, 2023 at Warren General Hospital, Warren, PA.  A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc.

W. Elaine FLEWELLYN, 97, of Ulysses, PA, died Monday, August 7, 2023 Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.  

Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Allen D. BERFIELD, 75, of Coudersport, PA, died Wednesday, August 2, 2023 in UPMC Williamsport.  

Born April 4, 1948, in Conneaut, OH, he was the son of Cecil A. and Virginia B. Hall Berfield.  On June 19, 1971, in Coudersport, he married Carolyn A. Potocek, who predeceased him on April 8, 2017.  

A graduate of Coudersport High School, he attended Mansfield University for three years, majoring in biology.  In high school, he was a member of the Coudersport rock ‘n roll band, Ollie and the Go Gos, with Larry Herbstritt, Carl Butler, Dennis Barnett, Charlie Cole, Tom Boyd, and David Anderson.  Allen was a natural engineer.