Margaret M. DeMarco, 73, of Warren, passed away on Sunday morning, October 16, 2022, in Warren General Hospital.
She was born in Warren on December 12, 1948, the daughter of the late James V. and Mary Gigliotti DeMarco. Margaret was a 1967 graduate of Warren Area High School. She was employed with Warren General Hospital in the Environmental Services Department. Margaret was of the Catholic faith and a member with the St. Joseph Parish in Warren. Margaret loved her work. It was her passion, and she took great joy in that. She also enjoyed reading a good book.
Margaret is survived by her brother, James DeMarco, and wife of Fountain Valley, CA; sister, Teresa Mroz, and her husband, Edward, of Ohio; nieces, Lisa Mroz, Sabrina Gibson, and husband, Jason, and Gina Wilson, and husband, Bryan; and one nephew, Steven DeMarco.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022, at 10:00 am in St. Joseph R.C. Church, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, Pastor, officiating. Per Margaret’s request there will be no viewing or visitation. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Those wishing to place memorials in Margaret’s name may do so through Warren General Hospital, 2 West Crescent Park, Warren PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhominc.com
Richard W. “Dick” Luther Sr., 93, of 14 Williams Street, Bradford, passed away Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Bradford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Family will receive friends Sunday, October 23, 2022, from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 372 East Main Street. Friends are also invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 11:00 am in St. Bernard Church with Fr. Jim Gutting as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
A complete obituary will follow tomorrow.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill FUneral Homes Inc.
The Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of Homeland Security (GOHS), Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) today hosted a school safety conference focused on averting targeted violence at schools through school safety investments, mental health supports and building a culture of belonging.
“Schools are safe spaces for learning, development, and socialization, so it is critical that we provide the resources and supports that our school communities need to keep students and teachers out of harm’s way,” said Acting Secretary of Education Eric Hagarty. “By prioritizing mental health services in conjunction with investments and prevention efforts, we can ensure that students are free to learn, grow, and thrive in a protected and secure environment.”
The conference was open to school administrators and staff, school resource officers, mental and social health experts, law enforcement officers and first responders.
During the event, keynote speaker Eric Garner, head of the Digital Video Production Academy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, shared his experience from the February 14, 2018, mass school shooting, as well as his experience working with Miami-Dade County on its emergency response team.
“Our federal, state and local law enforcement and educators work tirelessly every day to communicate and educate the public on the prevention and protection of our school-aged children,” said Acting Homeland Security Director Kristin Daniels. “This conference brought together experts in their field, such as the FBI on their threat assessment and threat management work throughout Pennsylvania, PSP’s Heritage Affairs Section on hate crimes in the state, PSP’s Risk and Vulnerability Assessment Team on assessing physical security for school facilities, and the U.S. Secret Service’s National Threat Assessment Center on averting targeted violence. Attendees were also provided with a very timely and poignant presentation from the Capital Area Intermediate Unit on building communities of belonging, care, concern, and commitment.”
Since taking office, Governor Tom Wolf has been committed to ensuring that all Pennsylvania students can learn, grow, and achieve in safe and healthy school environments. More than $41.5 million in Safe Schools Targeted grants have been awarded to local education agencies (LEAs) across the commonwealth since 2015. This year, $8 million in grants have been awarded to 303 LEAs to increase school safety by purchasing equipment, enacting new programs, and hiring security personnel and school resource officers.
Under the program, the PDE Office for Safe Schools offers four types of targeted safety grants: equipment grants of up to $25,000; program grants of up to $20,000; School Police Officer (SPO) grants of up to $40,000; and School Resource Officer (SRO) grants of up to $60,000. The grants help LEAs reduce unnecessary student disciplinary actions and promoting an environment of greater productivity, safety, and learning; and enhance anti-violence efforts between schools and parents, local governments, law enforcement and community organizations.
In addition, Governor Wolf secured $190 million for school entities in his final budget to address both student mental health programming and physical security enhancements that will support long-term success for Pennsylvania students.
Donald B. Andrews, 75, of 6635 Phillips Hill Rd., Bolivar, NY, passed away on Sept 13th at home after a lengthy illness with ALS. Don was able to be cared for at home for the 7-8 yrs of his illness. Donald was born on March 12, 1947, at Jones Memorial Hospital to John and Loula Burrows Andrews.
He attended Wellsville Central Schools through 6th grade and then went to Admiral Farragut Academy in St. Petersburg, Fl returning to Wellsville NY to graduate high school as a Senior. A day after graduation he enlisted in the US Air Force along with 3 others in his High school class. Don served for four years in the service. He was in Air Traffic Control and Maintenance during his service time.
His work history has been many varied jobs with Eastman Kodak in Rochester NY. And then returned to Wellsville to work as a bartender, Cameo Restaurant Food and Bar Manager.
At that time he married his wife of 54 years, Cheryl Gardner Andrews, on Christmas Eve 1969 at her parents home.
Continuing his education he enrolled at Alfred State College and majored in Business and Hotel/Motel Management, graduated and the attended Alfred Tech to receive a degree in Plumbing, Electrical and Heating.
Don worked in the plumbing business and owned a Roto Rooter franchise for a time. In 1978 Don, Cheryl and their son Andrew moved to St. Petersburg, FL and Don worked in Motel Management on St. Pete Beach. Several years later he worked for the USPS as a letter carrier in Tampa Florida for 25 years until retirement. He then moved back to Wellsville to be nearer to his family and help care for his sister Yvonne and her husband Gerald Merritt.
Don is survived by his wife Cheryl and son Andrew. All of Don’s immediate family are deceased including his father, mother, sister and special Aunt Carrie Burrows. He is predeceased by his mother and father in law Marie and Robert Gardner and brother-in-law Brian Gardner. Surviving also are siblings-in-law, Sandra LaCrone, Robert H. Gardner (Jacci); Mary Gardner Ruch (Jim); Stephen Gardner; Donald Gardner and many nieces, nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held at St. John’s Episcopal Church October 21 at noon, Memorials if desired can be sent to Hearts for ALS P.O. Box 10593 Rochester NY 14610 or St. Johns Episcopal Church 12 East Genesee St. Wellsville NY 14895. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com
Raymond L. Mosher, 92, of 216 Main St., Richburg, NY died Monday (Oct. 17, 2022) at Jones Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness.
He was born Oct. 2, 1930, in Olean. He was the son of Lawrence and Jesse VanDyke Mosher and stepson of Betty Dean Mosher. He married Margaret F. “Peggy” Tower on Aug. 21, 1954, at St. Mary’s Church, Bolivar. Peggy preceded him in death July 4, 2015.
Ray was a graduate of Portville Central School. He attended Cornell University, St. Bonaventure University and University of Tulsa. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Tulsa.
He was employed by Halmor’s Services in Tulsa, Okla., for 13 years. In 1971, Ray was employed by Dresser Clark in Olean as systems senior design engineer.
In his weekend job, he attended Buzz Dunn’s school of woodcutting.
Ray was a veteran of the USAF, serving from 1951-1955 and serving in the Korean War. While in the Air Force he met his lifelong friend and best man, Nick Muratore, who influenced and mentored his Catholic faith.
Memberships include St. Mary’s Church, Bolivar; Secular Order of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel; Kenyon Andrus Post 772 American Legion, Bolivar; and VFW Post 2721, Cuba.
Dad was an engineer by trade but always dreamed of being a farmer after tending his grandfather’s farm on the Five Mile Road in Allegany. While his heart remained in farming his and his wife’s most treasured crop was their bountiful family.
Being a creature of habit, he would cut 80 cords of wood each year with his best friend Buzz, with each cutting day ending with a 4 o’clock meeting at the country club. On Saturday mornings, he and the unelected mayors of Bolivar (Buzz, Tom Dunn and Neil Dempsey) would gather over coffee to solve the problems of the world. Sunday mornings were for mass with his wife and his beloved family. In the early years with so many children three car trips were needed.
Dad loved Hudson Hornets, working outside, being punctual, hunting and fishing trips, limburger cheese and onion sandwiches and solving college calculus problems for relaxation.
He was a high school quarterback for the Portville Panthers. He never lost his passion for sports, whether watching college games, the Kentucky Derby or watching his children and grandchildren play. Dad developed deep roots and strong branches during his lifetime. From family meetings to cleaning parties, Dad instilled a strong work ethic in his children.
On Saturdays, his grandchildren fondly remember the trips to the dump that inevitably ended with candy. Some of his favorite sayings were “There are going to be some changes around here,” “Plan your work and work your plan” and although not given to colorful language he could be heard saying “I don’t give a rats a…”
Dad is joyously reunited with his high school sweetheart. He was loved by all, touched many lives and will live on in heaven and our hearts forever.
Surviving are 13 children, David Mosher of Bartlett, Tenn., Madonna (David) Pierce of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, Gregory (Diana) Mosher of Channahon, Ill., Monica (Erv) Smith of Bolivar, John Mosher of White, Ga., William Mosher of Tulsa, Matthew Mosher of Richburg, Margaret (Bill) Cowles of Russellville, Alaska, Regina (Tim) Caterino of Plano, Texas, Grace (Cole) Dailey of Springhill, Fla., Bernard (Heather) Mosher of Lockport, Kathleen (Christopher) Jester of Skiatook, Okla. and Teresa (Erin) Mosher of Rochester; 28 grandchildren; and 38 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by three brothers, Ronald (Barbara) Mosher of Warsaw, David Mosher of Grofton, Md. and Terry (Mary) Mosher of Bremerton, Wash.; and one sister, Ellen (Kim) Cradduck of Bradford.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Christine Mosher on June 19, 2015; daughter-in-law, Patty Wilder Mosher on Aug. 13, 2013; grandson, Gregory Mosher on Jan. 14, 2014; sister and brother-in-law, Minerva (Alvin) Dean; and sister-in-law, Mrs. Barbara (David) Mosher.
Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday (Oct. 21, 2022) at the Schaffner Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday (Oct. 22, 2022) at St. Mary’s Church Bolivar, with Father Robert Agbo officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bolivar.
Memorial may be made to St. Mary’s Church, 17 Maple Ave., Wellsville, NY 14895; or Mt. Irenaeus Franciscan Retreat , P.O. Box 100, West Clarksville, NY 14786 or mountainonline.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar.
loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother
Carol Wilson, 80, of 649 Sanford Hollow Road, Little Genesee, NY passed away Saturday (Oct. 15, 2022) at home, following a lengthy illness.
Carol was born Dec. 15, 1941, in Denver Colo. She was the daughter of Henry and Mollie Weimer Baker.
She married Louie J. Wilson on March 3, 1967, in Denver. Mr. Wilson Survives.
Carol was a graduate of Douglas Co. High School, Class of 1959.
Carol was employed as a waitress at the former Holiday Inn, Olean, and was also employed by Fibercel Co., Portville.
Surviving in addition to her husband are three daughters, Julie (Michael) Faulkner of Portville, Mollie (Brad Jarves) Bess of Horseheads and Coleen W. Laird of Arcade; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; one sister, Ruthie (Kenny) Wilson of Potsdam; one brother, Leroy (Carol) Baker of Littleton, Colo.; and several nieces and nephews.
At Carol’s request there will be no public services. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar.
Richard “Pete” W. Keslar, 81, of Ridgway, PA died on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at his residence after a lengthy illness.
He was born On August 11, 1941, in Connellsville, Pa, the son of the late Stewart and Mary Umbele Keslar.
On May 2, 1964, in Poplar Run, he married Ruby Millie Harvey, who survives.
Pete was been a member of the community for many years and an avid member of the Church of Christ. Pete retired from the Alltel phone company after more than 40 years of service. For many years he also worked at Quart Services, Bennett Garage, and Muccio Bus Transportation. He took great pride in fixing antiques and working on his beautiful 1957 Chevy Bel Air. Pete was hard working and was always there to help with projects. He had a huge heart and special love for his family.
In addition to his wife of 58 years, he is survived by 3 children; Michael Keslar and his wife Maria of Oswego, IL, Michelle Kelly and her husband Paul of Bradford, and Terrance “T.J’ Keslar and his wife Danielle of Ridgway, 6 grandchildren; Mckenna, Chloe, Michael, Kohle, Taryn, and Mariana, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 8 brothers; Joseph, Harold, Robert, James, Thomas, Eugene, William, and Ken Keslar, and 2 sisters; Catherine and Mary Keslar.
A Funeral Service for Richard W. Keslar will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Rev. Ron Burkett officiating.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 21, 2022, from 5:00 PM to 7:00PM at Krise Funeral Home.
Military Honors will be conducted by Ridgway – Johnsonburg Burial Detail.
Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to Ridgway Animal Haven, 20 Rocky Top Rd, Ridgway, PA 15853, or The Ridgway VFW.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Ruth Newcomer GEHMAN, 96, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Harrison Valley, died Tuesday, October 18, 2022 in her home.
Born March 24, 1926, in Mount Joy, she was the daughter of Walter S. and Esther Ruth Hersh Newcomer. Ruth grew up on a farm, attended Eastern Mennonite College, and then taught school for four years. On June 19, 1954, in Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church, Mount Joy, she married Ivan M. Gehman, who predeceased her on October 17, 2004.
For their wedding trip, they spent eight weeks teaching Bible school in little country churches in northern Florida and southern Alabama. The following two years were spent in migrant ministry in Immokalee, Florida in winter and Ulysses, PA in summer. In 1956, they moved to Springville, AL and were youth leaders at Straight Mountain Mennonite Church. They had a small produce and cotton farm and made many wonderful friends during those seven years. Ruthann and David joined their family there.
In 1963, they were asked to come to Harrison Valley to head up the work at Northern Tier Children’s Home. Eunice joined their family there. Both Ruth and Ivan had a heart for children. During their 28 years in Harrison Valley, they loved and cared for 900 children.
Ruth lived with David’s family in Ulysses the past 17 years. She was a member of West Union Mennonite Church. Her life was devoted to church, family, and children. She was an encourager and loved to pray for people. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those whose lives she touched.
Surviving are: a son David (Debra) Gehman of Ulysses; two daughters, Ruthann (Edward) Mace of Genesee and Eunice (Dennis) Hamby of TN; seven grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by two brothers, Benjamin Newcomer and Jay Newcomer; and a sister, Ethel N Miller.
Friends may call at West Union Mennonite Church, 1347 County Route 84, Rexville, NY 14877 on Monday, October 24, 2022 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with Funeral Services following at 11:00 AM. Rev. Robert Walters will officiate. Burial will be in West Union Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Terrence L. “Terry” Hallock, 63, of Bradford, PA passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at his home.
He was born on June 8, 1959 in Bradford a son of Marjorie Hardy McGavisk of Bradford and the late Lawrence Hallock, Jr.
Terry was formerly employed as a cook at several local restaurants.
In addition to his mother, he is also survived by two brothers, Craig Hallock of Bradford and Neal Hallock of Phoenix, AZ; one niece; four nephews; his faithful cat, Marshmallow and Leichelle Smith of Bradford who Terry thought of as an adopted daughter and was considered to be another member of the Hallock family.
In addition to his father, he was also preceded in death by one sister, Laurie McDivitt.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Elizabeth A. Christian, 85, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 630 Chestnut Avenue, DuBois, passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at Pinecrest Manor, after a lengthy illness.
She was born December 15, 1936, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Herman and Julia Selle Pontzer. She grew up in Kersey and was a graduate of Kersey High School, Class of 1954. Elizabeth was educated at the St. Vincent Hospital School of Nursing in Erie and worked as a registered nurse in clinical setting for many years before serving as a Pennsylvania Public Health Nurse based in Ridgway, DuBois, and Clearfield. She worked as a liaison to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention during the Legionalla (Legionnaire’s Disease) outbreak in 1976, leading a cohort of public health officials from Western PA in state-wide testing and mitigation efforts. Elizabeth was one of the first public health officials in Western PA to join the fight against acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Elizabeth was most proud of her outreach work in our outlying rural communities.
Elizabeth is survived by her daughter: Kathryn “Kathy” Suto (John) of Los Angeles, CA; her son: Christopher Casey (Michelle) of DuBois; a step-daughter: Kim Fidler (Ralph) of Schuylkill Haven; two grandchildren: Peter and Sarah Casey; two step-grandsons: Zachary and Chad Fidler; three sisters: Margaret Pontzer of Hagerstown, MD; Kathryn Tanouye (Edwin) of Rockville, MD; and Mary (Greg, dec.) McClure of Bonita Springs, FL; a brother: Joseph Pontzer (Carol) of Athens, GA; two sisters-in-law: Kathleen (Robert) Pontzer of Milford, MA and Victoria (Herman, dec.) Ehrhardt of Lancaster, PA; and by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Wayne Christian, Elizabeth was preceded in death by two brothers, Herman Pontzer, Jr. and Robert (Kathleen) Pontzer.
Elizabeth was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Parish in DuBois. She loved to travel, attend Penn State football games, and to spend time in her kitchen, creating delights and sharing her amazing culinary gifts.
Elizabeth’s children would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the team at Pinecrest Manor Reflections Wing for their kindness and familial care of their mother. Angels, all; those selfless caregivers will forever be in their hearts.
There will be no visitation. Burial will be in the St. Boniface Cemetery in Kersey.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to donations may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.co. Their work supports finding a cure for, and supporting families struggling with, Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
SHINGLEHOUSE, Pa.—-Sharon L. Baker, 78, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, in UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport, after a long illness.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Have you ever wanted to knit a classic Fisherman’s sweater, but were intimidated by the amount of cable involved? The answer is to design and knit your own Gansey sweater!
Kathleen England, of Glenfiddich Wool, will teach you how to design and create your own Gansey sweater in this class. If you can knit and purl, you can make a Gansey! Kathleen England is a sheep farmer, business owner, and world-class knitter. She has demonstrated her knitting (and spinning) skills at numerous schools, universities, and community events. She has taught knitting classes for all different levels of knitters and has competed at the PA Farm Show and numerous knitting competitions. Kathleen’s knitting designs have been featured several times in the Love of Knitting magazine, including two bridal gowns!
The first class is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Potter County Education Council’s Coudersport office. The class will also meet once in November and once in December. To ensure a quality finished product, your yarn must be purchased from the instructor at the first class. Two different, reasonably priced yarns will be available for purchase.
You will need to bring with you two sets of circular knitting needles, Size 8 and Size 10. The cost of this three-part class is $30 (plus the cost of yarn). Time is short and space is limited, so register today at www.pottercountyedcouncil.org or call (814) 274-4877.
BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.
Due to changes initiated by the American Legion, appointments in the Bradford and Kane offices will be conducted virtually via a tablet.
Appointments are required for meetings with the Legion representative, whether they are in person, by phone or by tablet. The schedule for November is as follows:
Coudersport office: Thursday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Coudersport office is located at 107 S. Main St. Please call 814-274-9769 to schedule an appointment.
Bradford office: Wednesday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Bradford office is located at 78 Main St., first floor. Please call 814-362-4400 to schedule an appointment.
Kane office: Wednesday, Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to noon. The Kane office is located at 54 Fraley St., Suite 2. Please call 814-837-0880 to schedule an appointment.
Assistance is available with issues such as compensation, education, pension, health care and death benefits. Veterans need not be a member of the American Legion to participate.
Hi! This dog showed up on our back porch on 155 South this morning. He was very cold with a broken chain on his leash. He knows how to sit and he is so sweet I am sure his owners miss him! Give us a call if you know where he belongs !!! Cyndee and Rick Smith 814-642-2250 thank you!
On October 20, at 6:58 am Ulysses Fire And Ambulance were dispatched to Rt. 49 approximately 1 Mile East of North Hollow Rd. for a one vehicle crash with possible injuries
The Nessmuk Rod and Gun Club is hosting three running deer shoots outdoors, rain or shine from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays, Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and 13. The shoots will be at the club’s outdoor range at 4646 Route 287, 6.5 miles south of Wellsboro in Delmar Township. Club members and the public are invited to participate.
The shooter with the highest score in the last round of the day at each of the three running deer shoots will win a $25 gift certificate to Timeless Destination, a restaurant in Wellsboro, according to Ray Rowland, organizer.
A special round for youth, 17 and under will also be held during each of the three Sunday running deer shoots. “The youth with the highest score will win a gift certificate from Cooper’s Sporting Goods in Mansfield,” Rowland said.
The running deer paper target is fixed to a four-foot by three-foot wooden frame that is mounted on wheels on a cable. The target is pulled along the cable from left to right at 100 yards from the shooting area. Only one shooter is allowed to be on the range per pass. Safety gear and eye and ear protection are required to participate. A sign-up will be held before each round of shooters.
The fee for youth 17 and under, and for adults, 18 and older, is $2 per pass with a limit of two shots per pass. The fee will be split with 50 percent going to the shooter with the highest score per round and the other 50 percent to the club.
For more information, call Ray Rowland at 1-607-857-4631.
People of all ages are invited to join Hamilton-Gibson on Saturday, Dec. 17 for a one-day trip to the Shaw Festival in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Ontario, Canada.
This trip is open to adults and to children accompanied by adults. All must have valid passports.
Reservations and payment will be accepted on a first-come basis now until next Friday, Oct. 28.
“By taking advantage of group rates, we are able to keep the cost reasonably low while supporting Hamilton-Gibson’s ongoing educational and cultural outreach mission,” said Bev Dochstader, Hamilton-Gibson Productions operations coordinator.
“The cost is a bargain at $149 per person. Included in that price are round trip bus fare and a reserved seat in the Festival Theatre to see the live, professional theatrical production of Irving Berlin’s musical ‘White Christmas’ on Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. and the opportunity to spend time in the historic village’s fine shops and restaurants,” Dochstader said.
In “White Christmas,” two soldiers from a USO song-and-dance team fall for two sisters in another act. Together, they put on a show to save a Vermont inn.
“I love the movie and am looking forward to seeing the show on stage,” said Dochstader. “You can’t help but fall in love with the characters, the dancing and, of course, the singing, especially since the title song is Berlin’s most famous.
“What I enjoy about going to the Shaw Festival is visiting and shopping in the charming town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, seeing a quality play and sharing the experience with others,” Dochstader said.
Meals are not included. There will be time for meals and shopping. Hearing devices are provided free for those who request them.
Seats are limited to 45 people. Benedict’s Bus Service will leave from the Whitneyville terminal in the morning and return that night. Arrangements can be made for other boarding locations, such as in Mansfield, Pa., Tioga Junction, Pa., Painted Post, N.Y. and others en route to Canada and on the way back to Whitneyville.
For more information about the HG trip or to request that a reservation form be emailed or mailed directly to those interested, call 570-724-2079 or email hamgib@gmail.com. Pay for tickets at hgp.booktix.com or bring or mail a check to Hamilton-Gibson Productions at 29 Water Street, Wellsboro PA 16901. To learn more about the Shaw Festival, visit www.shawfest.com.
