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Richard A. Vargas, “Hoss”, age  57, of Ridgway, PA passed away unexpectedly, on August 13, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk Hospital.

Rick was born on May 5, 1966  in DuBois, PA, he was the son of Thomas E. and Francis J. (Yakulis) Vargas. They survive and live in DuBois, PA.

Rick was a 1984 graduate of DuBois Area High School and went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Science at the Pennsylvania State University in 1989. Rick was the proud and sole proprietor of Cennis Beer Distributor, LLC in Ridgway, PA.

Philip B. Campbell, 65, of Nichols Run, Limestone, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Born December 20, 1957, in Bradford, he was a son of Fay E. (Marvin) Campbell, of Limestone and the late Lyle R. Campbell. He was a 1976 graduate of Limestone Free Union.

On June 30, 1984, in Limestone NY, he married Karen (McMurtrie) Campbell, who survives. 

Mary Elizabeth Crawford, 55, of Gifford, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023,  at her residence, with her family by her side.

Born on July 24, 1968, in Port Allegany, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Dorothy (Smith) Thomas.

She was a 1986 graduate of Smethport Area High School.

On September 11, 2001, she married Danny L. Crawford, who survives.

Mary was a homemaker and a babysitter for families in the community.  She loved watching Hallmark movies, playing games on her computer, and taking care of her family which she loved.  

Surviving is her husband of 22 years, Danny, two daughters, Ashley Gorrell, and Courtney Gorrell, three brothers, Clint Thomas, Paul Thomas, and Todd Thomas, all of Gifford, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her first husband, Chris Gorrell.

Family will receive friends on August 18, 2023, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, in the Hilltop Baptist Church in Gifford, where at 1:00 pm funeral services will be held with Rev. Max Simms, Pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN, 38105-1942.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Joseph E. “Papa Joe” Riehle, 84, of Shinglehouse, passed away with his loving family by his side on Sunday, August 13, 2023, in Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Buffalo, N.Y., after a brief illness.

Family and friends may call from 2pm to 4pm and 6pm to 8pm on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will be held at 11am on Friday, August 18, 2023.

A complete obituary will follow.

Joe’s family entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.

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

Richard L. Burdick, 86, of 52 Dollybrook Road, Port Allegany, PA passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at UPMC Cole, Coudersport after a short illness.

Born on September 26, 1936, in Sinnemahoning, PA, he was a son of Art and Alice Carlson Burdick.

Dick was a graduate of Port Allegany Central School Class of 1954.  He worked as an Outfitter for hunting and fishing trips in Canada.  He built his own home and lived in Vermont for a number of years.  When he returned to Port Allegany, he worked in the Maintenance Department for Temple Inland Particleboard Plant in Mt. Jewitt until his retirement.  In retirement he made and sold hardwood cremation urns through his business Northland Woodworks.

He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, and had invented a way to remove scratches from plexiglass, but never patented it.  He also enjoyed the company of his dogs throughout the years and his friendships with his Amish neighbors  

He is survived by his Cousins: George (Jenny) Carlson, Turtlepoint, Ruth Grimes, Turtlepoint, James  Carlson, Turtlepoint, Anna Moore, Asheville, NC, Alice Colan, Horseheads, NY,

A Sister-in-law: Audrey Burdick, Poughkeepsie, NY

Longtime Friend: Roy (Ethel) Phillips, Shinglehouse

Several Nieces

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Robert Burdick.

There will be no services.  Burial will be in the Annin Creek Cemetery, Turtlepoint, Pennsylvania.

Arrangements are under direction of the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., Cuba.

Ronald A. Tubbs, 82, of Starbrick, PA, died peacefully Monday morning August 7, 2023, at Kinzua Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, with his family by his side.

He was born on September 20, 1940, in Corry, Pennsylvania, and raised by his grandmother Dorothy M. Scott, and attended Eisenhower High School. 

Ron was a life-long resident of Warren County. For 35 years Ron worked as a lineman for the Warren Electric Cooperative, a job that brought him significant satisfaction, particularly in serving as an instructor to journeyman lineman. 

WIRT, N.Y. – Thomas R. “Tom” Spees, 77, passed away on Monday (Aug. 7, 2023) at home.

Mr. Spees was born on Nov. 19, 1945 in Wellsville to Kenneth R. and Lena A. (Turner) Spees. He was a 1963 graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse, Pa. Soon after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served from 1963 to 1966, spending much of his time in the Vietnam War.

Tom owned and operated the Spees Dairy Farm in Shinglehouse, Pa. for over 30 years, retiring in 2013. In his retirement years he moved to a quiet homestead in Wirt where he enjoyed the solitude of the country and the beauty of the local wildlife.

Tom enjoyed hunting. He was an avid New York Yankees fan and enjoyed watching NASCAR races and attending the local dirt tracks of Bradford Speedway and McKean County Raceway in Smethport, Pa. He also enjoyed the quiet of his front porch.

Tom loved spending time with his children. His daughter’s favorite memories were as her dad’s sidekick; hanging out in the barn, helping milk the cows, fishing, attending farm shows, auctions and 4-H. His son’s favorite memories with his dad were going hunting and building stock cars together.
Tom was a long-time member of the Shinglehouse American Legion Post 530.

Tom is survived by a son, Jody Spees and a daughter, Gina Mosko, both of Kannapolis, N.C.; two grandchildren, Steven Spees of Bradford, Pa. and Guy Spees of Port Allegany, Pa.; one sister, Margaret “Peggy” Campbell of Olean and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by two sisters, Genette Spees and Letha (Bob) Moyer and a brother-in-law, Jim Campbell.
Per Tom’s wishes, there will be no prior visitation. A private ceremony will be held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the direction of Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Wellsville/Scio.

Online condolences may be offered at www.baker-swan.com.

Margaret Louise SWETLAND, 82, of Ocoee, FL, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2019.  

Born February 1, 1937, in Johnson City, NY, she was the daughter of Howard and Catherine Swetland.  She lived in Central NY and Northern PA prior to moving to FL.  

Margaret was active in researching the history of Elkland, PA and the surrounding areas.  

Surviving are: her children, Katherine P. Heisel, Lawrence H. Woolheater, Pamela L. Barbour, and Laurie J. Steiner; a sister Marjorie Bovan; grandchildren, Ja-Neil L. Heisel, Ami Jo L. Alamo, Lucas D. Batchelor, Richard K. Barbour III, Stephanie A. Huggins, and Cassie L. Steiner; great-grandchildren, Samuel Alamo IV, Jason T. Jessop, Chelsea L. Huggins, and Gary A. Huggins; and great-great grandchild, Keyana L. Huggins.  

A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM, Friday, August 18, 2023 in Mills Cemetery.  Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mills Cemetery, c/o Jeanette Barker, 369 Hamilton Road, Ulysses, PA 16948.  

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