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Gifford Murry Quiggle, 79, of Warren, PA, recently of Wexford, PA

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Gifford Murry Quiggle, 79, of Warren, PA, recently of Wexford, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 13, 2023. 

Murry was born on April 29, 1943 in Warren, PA to the late Gifford and Maude Murry Quiggle.  Murry grew up in Kinzua enjoying the many advantages of living in a beautiful small village.  He attended Kinzua Elementary, Beaty Junior High School and graduated from Warren Area High School in 1961.  He and his family moved to Warren in 1962 due to the building of the Kinzua Dam.  Murry attended Bryant and Stratton Business School in Buffalo, NY and later graduated from Edinboro College in 1967 with a degree in Elementary Education.  He also attended The University of Pittsburgh graduating with a Masters Degree in Education specializing in remedial reading.

He married the beautiful Sharon Mae Gates on August 17, 1968 at the Pleasureville United Methodist Church in Pleasureville, PA.  Sharon was deeply loved and sadly missed by Murry and his three children after she passed away suddenly on April 26, 1989 from an automobile accident.  She will be forever loved by her family and friends.

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Shirley A. (VanDusen) Weller, 75, of Wellsboro, PA

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Shirley A. (VanDusen) Weller, 75, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Sunday March 12, 2023 at The Green Home. 

She was born June 23, 1947 in Corning, NY, to LaVern Delose and Myrtle Sephronia (Cole) VanDusen.  Shirley was raised by her foster parents:  Lee Harry and Mary Herrick Bulkley. 

Shirley graduated from Corning Painted Post West High School in 1966, and Practical Bible Training School in 1970.  She worked for several local businesses including the coffee shop in Dunham’s Department Store, but the jobs she enjoyed most were when she was able to do some baking.  On May 31, 2013 she married Thomas Harry Weller with whom she shared nearly five years of marriage. 

Shirley was a strong Christian and attended Daybreak Ministries and Charleston Baptist Church locally.  She was an accomplished and avid baker, having made wedding cakes for friends and family, Shirley also enjoyed making crafts.

Shirley is survived by her son:  Lee Bump of Wellsboro; two grandchildren:  Brad Bump of Mansfield and Chloe Barrett of Troy; two great-grandchildren:  Carson Bump and Ava Barrett; six brothers:  Walter Ronald VanDusen (Mary Esther), LaVern Delose VanDusen (Susan), Charles Ernest VanDusen (Anne Louise), David Gerald VanDusen (Linda Jean), Leland Amos VanDusen (Margery), and Leslie Earl VanDusen (Missy); three sisters:  Donna Marie Conkright, Vanda Jean Covell (Terry Lee), and Violet Patricia Meredith (Joseph); two sisters-in-law:  Ginger VanDusen and Nancy A. VanDusen, and many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, foster parents, two brothers:  LaVern Robert VanDusen and Daniel Joseph VanDusen, and a brother-in-law:  Hugh Francis Conkright.

Shirley’s family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA with her arrangements.  There will be a memorial service at a future date, and she will be interred in the Wellsboro Cemetery.  To share a memory or condolence with her family visit:  www.tusseymosher.com.

Gerald D. “Jerry” Lanphere, 73, a longtime resident of Roulette, PA

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 “beloved family man and proud veteran”

Gerald D. “Jerry” Lanphere, 73, a longtime resident of Roulette, passed away in his home on Monday, March 13, 2023, after a long illness.

Born on Saturday, April 2, 1949 in Olean, N.Y., he was a son of Leslie C. and Shirley J. Freelove Lanphere.  On July 21, 1988 in Reno, Nevada, he married Pamela J. Varney, who survives.

Jerry was a graduate of Cameron County High School, Class of 1967.  After graduating from high school, Jerry enlisted in the US Navy serving in the Viet Nam War.  He was a career serviceman, his home base being the Naval Air Station Lemoore in California. He retired as a Chief Petty Officer after more than 21 years of honorable service to his country.

After his military service, Jerry was employed by Emporium Specialties in Austin, the former Ball Encon in Port Allegany, Pittsburgh Corning in Port Allegany, and lastly by Smith’s Fire Service in Eldred from where he retired.  He also, along with his wife, owned and operated P.J.’s Family Restaurant in Roulette for 10 years.  Sadly his health deteriorated after his retirement.

He was a former member of the Port Allegany American Legion and a former member of the Port Allegany Moose Club.  He enjoyed hunting.  He loved his dog, Bridgey who survives, and his dogs, Izzy and Daisey who predeceased him. 

Left to cherish his memory are his wife; four children, Helen I. (Bobby) McGuire of Youngstown, Ohio, Bernard Hammond, Jr. of Port Allegany, Leslie E. (Erin) Lanphere of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and Jeremy O. Lanphere of Roulette; eleven grandchildren; a grandchild to be born in the Fall; three great-grandchildren; a great-grandchild to be born in the Fall; a sister, Dawn M. (Dennis McKeirman) Lanphere-Spencer of Port Allegany; a brother, Claude L. (Sherry) Lanphere of Sizerville; and several loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Jerry was predeceased by three brothers and two sisters.

In keeping with Jerry’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.  Jerry will be laid to rest with his parents in the Bell Run Cemetery in Shinglehouse.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Roulette Volunteer Fire Department and Ambulance Association, PO Box 172, Roulette, PA 16746; to Teacher’s Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport, PA 16915; or to the Wounded Warrior Project at www.support.woundedwarriorproject.org

Jerry’s family has entrusted his 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 Jerry, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L.  Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

UPMC Expert: Ear Ringing Explained

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Jeremy Reed, M.D.
Otolaryngology, UPMC

According to urban legend, your ears ring when someone is talking about you; according to doctors, it’s tinnitus. This ringing can be described as a phantom noise, or sounds that aren’t actually there, and can include high-pitched squeals or low rumbles. While this isn’t technically a disease, these symptoms, among others that amount to a tinnitus diagnosis, may drastically affect your quality of life.

Causes of Tinnitus

Tinnitus may occur for several reasons, including some of the following examples:

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Port Allegany Music Department & Drama Club to present Bright Star

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Pictured are Madelynn Triplett as Margo Crawford; Josh Veilleux as Daddy Cane and Shane Lawton as Billy Cane. Pam Fischer photo.

The Port Allegany Music Department and Drama Club will present Bright Star on Friday, March 17 and Saturday, March 18 at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium.  Tickets for the event can be purchased online.  Adult tickets are $10 and $6 for Senior Citizens and students. Visit the district website or Facebook page for ticket link.  Tickets will also be sold at the door.  Bright Star music, book and story are by Steve Martin; music, lyrics and story by Edie Brickell. 

NORTHWINDS 4-H CAMP

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Potter County youth at the 2022 Northwinds 4-H Camp

Summer camps across the state are preparing for a season of hands-on and engaging programs designed for youth of all ages. The Potter County 4-H program is no different. Counselors and staff are currently working on creating and preparing for their busiest season of the year, which includes Northwinds residential camp.

Northwinds 4-H Camp provide a safe environment for building communication, self-esteem, and healthy habits while challenging 4-H members to grow in a variety of ways, push themselves to their full potential, and learn outside of their comfort zone daily. 4-H camp is an outstanding place for youth of all ages to continue to grow as an individual and have an engaging experience surrounded by caring adults who genuinely care about camper experience. Youth at Northwinds participate in a variety of hands-on activities, including food science, crafts, and swimming. While the camp experience for each participant is unique, the life skills, positive youth development opportunities, and friendships created will remain the same.

Registration for the 2023 Northwinds 4-H Camp will be opening soon on zSuites, the 4-H enrollment system. Camp will be taking place at Camp Penuel East in Eldred, PA from June 20-23, 2023. All youth between the ages of 8-13 as of January 1st are eligible to attend. Cost to participate is $200, with scholarships available to Potter County 4-H members at the Extension Office.

If you are interested in learning more about Northwinds 4-H Camp, call the Potter County Extension Office at 814-274-8540 or email Spencer Gee, 4-H Educator, at sqg5901@psu.edu. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

PENN STATE EXTENSION TO HOST PESTICIDE APPLICATOR EXAM ON APRIL 5TH

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To become a certified pesticide applicator in Pennsylvania, passing a written exam is required. This exam will be offered at the Penn State Extension office at 7 Water Street in Coudersport on Wednesday, April 5th from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Anyone interested in either a private applicator license or a commercial/public applicator license should:

Step 1: Obtain a Pesticide Applicator Certification Study packet online at https://extension.psu.edu/certification-exam-study-materials or call Penn State Extension at 1-877-345-0691.

Step 2: Register to take the exam at the PaPlants Certification Exam search page https://www.paplants.pa.gov/PesticideApplicator/ExamSearch.aspx. 

All exams require pre-registration through the PA Department of Agriculture. This can be done on the above website, or you can call the PDA regional office and ask for Jay Bagley (717-731-2463).

Step 3: On the day of the exam, make sure you bring the following:

  • Government issued photo identification, i.e., driver’s license or two other forms of identification, such as a government issued document with signature (social security card, green card) or a document with name and address (utility bill, tax statement, personal check).
  • #2 pencil and paper
  • Private applicator packet – (private applicators have open book exams. Exam proctors have the right to review and reject all materials brought into the exam.)
  • A simple calculator for math questions – phones are not allowed in the exam room
  • Payment (there is only a fee for commercial and public applicator exams)
  • Business license numbers if business is currently licensed

Examinees have three hours to take the exam which consists of 75 multiple choice questions. Exam results are received within 30 days.

NPRC Named Candidate for Accreditation by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) 

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On March 9, 2023, Northern Pennsylvania Regional College was granted the status of Candidate for Accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). MSCHE is a voluntary, non-governmental, institutional accreditor recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) that accredits higher educational institutions.  

NPRC’s Accreditation Readiness Report was acknowledged and accepted at the March 2023 Commission Meeting after MSCHE representatives completed site visits in November 2022. With this announcement, NPRC is invited to begin the self-study process based on continuous improvement of the College’s compliance; assessment; and integration of the Commission’s Standards for Accreditation, Requirements of Affiliation, MSCHE policies and procedures, and all applicable federal regulatory requirements.  
 

NPRC’s President, Susan Snelick, noted, “This is a significant milestone and one of the most important days in the young history of Northern Pennsylvania Regional College. I am proud of the entire NPRC team, legislative advocates, students, and our community and location partners. We look forward to continuing to work closely alongside the Middle States Commission on Higher Education as we strive to meet NPRC’s mission and service the region’s residents and employers.”

Institutions with Candidacy status are required to achieve accreditation affirmation within five years. While pursuing accreditation, Candidate institutions are eligible to complete the application process to award Title IV Financial Aid. This aid includes programs associated with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA ®). Upon successful Title IV application completion, the College will be eligible to award aid such as Pell grants and Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) funding in addition to the institutional aid the institution currently awards our enrollees. 

NPRC will continue to provide further updates on the institution’s status for accreditation and status of being awarded Title IV aid as they become available. 
 
About NPRC: Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is authorized by the PA Department of Education to award associate degrees and certificates in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. NPRC is an open-admission, two-year institution of higher education. The College’s mission is to provide affordable and accessible post-secondary education to the residents of northern Pennsylvania. NPRC brings affordable education to a nine-county region (Cameron, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, McKean, Potter, Venango, and Warren). With flexible scheduling options at numerous instructional locations, attending Northern Pennsylvania Regional is an excellent option for individuals interested in furthering their education close to home. With a growing team of high-quality industry-leading instructors directing our classrooms, students are empowered by a welcoming community to change their lives and brighten their futures. NPRC is actively pursuing accreditation. https://regionalcollegepa.org.  

McKean County Man Convicted of More Than 200 Sex Offenses Against Minors Over 20 Years

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McKean County District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that, following a two day jury trial at the McKean County Courthouse, Darvin Carpenter, of Bradford, was convicted of 251 counts related to sex crimes against children, providing marijuana to juveniles and other crimes.  He was found not guilty of 11 additional counts.

CARPENTER was charged with committing crimes against 7 juvenile victims between the years 2000 and 2022. 

The crimes were discovered in 2022 after a juvenile female reported to her mother that CARPENTER had touched her in her “bad spot” and the mother reported it to the Childline child abuse hotline.  The report was referred to Children and Youth Services and law enforcement. 

Trooper Eric Thompson of the Pennsylvania State Police-Lewis Run barracks was assigned the criminal investigation. 

Through his investigation, he identified six other victims who reported numerous instances of rape from the age of 5, forced oral sex on victims under age 13, unlawful touching of children under age 16, providing marijuana to juveniles and numerous other crimes.

Six of the victims – all now adults – testified before the jury and described the acts committed by the defendant through the last two decades and at various locations in McKean County – including various places he resided, his vehicle, and some of the victims’ own residences.   Some of the victims described not only the crimes he committed against them, but other crimes they witnessed against other children.

The jury convicted CARPTENTER of 10 Counts of Rape Of A Child Under 13 (Felony 1); 10 Counts of Rape By Forcible Compulsion (Felony 1); 55 Counts of Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse (Felony 1); 6 Counts of Criminal Solicitation To Commit Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse On A Person Less Than 16 ( Felony 1); 3 Counts of Aggravated Indecent Assault (Felony 2); 20 Counts of Statutory Sexual Assault (Felony 2); 20 Counts of Sexual Assault (Felony 2); 112 Counts of Indecent Assault – (Felony 3, Misdemeanor 1 & Misdemeanor 2); 11 Counts of Distribution Of Small Amount Of Marijuana (Not For Sale) (Misdemeanor); 3 Counts of Corruption Of Minors, and 1 Count of Indecent Exposure (Misdemeanor 2). 

Trooper Thompson filed a criminal complaint against the defendant on July 14, 2022.  He has remained incarcerated at the McKean County Jail since the time of his arrest.

District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer prosecuted the case on behalf of the Commonwealth.  Following conviction, DA Vettenburg-Shaffer asked to increase CARPENTER’S bail and it was increased to $1 million.

Because the defendant has been convicted on sexual offenses, the law requires that he undergo an assessment with the Sexual Offender Assessment Board.  Sentencing will be scheduled by the Court.

If you suspect child abuse, please call 911 and Childline at 1-800-932-0313.

Maryellen A. Bateski, 86, formerly of 29 Clark Drive, Bradford, PA.

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Maryellen A. Bateski, 86, formerly of 29 Clark Drive, Bradford, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, surrounded by her family at the Bradford Ecumenical Home. 

Born on June 26, 1936, in Bronx, NY, she was a daughter of the late John and Agnes(Monihan) Cooley.

She was a graduate of Pauline High School in the Bronx.  After high school she enrolled in the Elaine Powers Modeling School in New York.

On July 29, 1978, in Portville, NY, she married James L. Bateski, who passed away April 20, 2016.

She worked for IBM as a keypunch operator, in Poughkeepsie, NY.

Maryellen was a PTA president, the Variety Club Telethon Chair, she was an avid golfer, bowler, and gardener. She was a Lady Powder Puff Stock Car driver and enjoyed playing cards, especially euchre and blackjack, camping at Rainbow Lake and boating on Lake Chautauqua, with family and friends. 

Surviving are three daughters, Vanessa (David) Hammond, of Portville, NY,
Kathy (the late Kevin) McBride, of West Seneca, NY, Robin (Matthew) Ridenour, of Bradford, one son, Timothy (Tammy) Ortung, of South Carolina, one sister, Catherine (Robert) Powell, of Spring Hill, FL, one brother, John (Carol) Cooley, of MI, eight grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jim of 37 years, one daughter, Lori Petty, three sisters, Joan Ruvola, Jeanette Schunk, and Agnes Cooley, and one brother, Edmund Cooley.

Friends will be received on Friday, March 17, 2023, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM in Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue, where funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church, officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

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

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford PA, 16701 or to a charity of the donor’s choice. 

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

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