Douglas Foster BARNEY, 49, of Whitesville, NY, died Monday, September 1, 2025 as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Born November 24, 1975, in Wellsville, he was the son of William and Cheryl Hall Barney. He was a 1994 graduate of Whitesville Central School. On November 2, 1996, in Wellsville, he married the love of his life, Kelly J. Walters, who survives.
Pipe Replacement Project Continues on Route 220 in Ulster Township, Bradford County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised a pipe replacement project continues on Route 220 in Ulster Township, Bradford County with a scheduled detour implementation on Friday evening, September 5, 2025.
Friday, September 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM – Monday, September 8, 2025, at 7:00 AM
Robert N. MILLER, 88, of Westfield, PA, died Saturday, August 30, 2025 in Converse, TX. Born October 12, 1936, in Tioga, PA, he was the son of Albert and Irene Howe Miller.
He was married to Shirley L. Bowers Gridley Miller, who predeceased him on December 26, 2011. He was employed as a lineman by Penelec.
Craig Sven LINDSTROM, 82, of Smethport, PA, formerly of Olean, NY and Bolivar, NY, died Thursday, August 28, 2025 in the Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville, NY. Born October 17, 1942, in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of Sven V. and Mary S. McAdam Lindstrom.
A 1960 graduate of Olean High School, he owned and operated a hardware store in Olean, NY. Surviving are: a friend, Starr Stratton of Smethport; a son; grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by a brother and sister-in-law, Hugh M. and Jeredith Lindstrom; a nephew, H. Randall Lindstrom; and a niece, Laura Jane Lindstrom.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Port Allegany – Delaney D. Sherwood, 83, of Eldred, passed away on Tuesday (September 2, 2025) at his home
He was born October 19, 1941, in Port Allegany, a son of Joseph O. and Ruby (Haynes) Sherwood. On May 29, 1993, in Newell Creek, Eldred, he married Catherine J. Beach, who died June 8, 2024.
He was a graduate of Eldred High School. He served in the U.S. Army. He worked at Pierce Glass of Port Allegany.
Thomas, “Joe” Fitch, 60, of Wilcox, died on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on July 17, 1965, in Ridgway, the son of Georgetta J. Vidmar Bishop and the late Thomas T. (Brenda) Fitch.
Joe was a lifelong resident of Elk County and a proud graduate of Ridgway High School, class of 1983, where he distinguished himself as an outstanding football and baseball player. He led a fulfilling life as a general contractor, dedicating many years to his craft in the contracting industry. Beyond his professional life, Joe was an avid outdoorsman who cherished his time spent in nature, riding atvs and exploring the beauty of the great outdoors.
Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) is introducing legislation that will provide a sentencing enhancement when a defendant is convicted of creating, distributing or possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) that depicts the defendant’s relative.
“Child sex abuse of any kind is horrifying, but how sick must one be to exploit their own child? Or a sibling, or niece or nephew?” Owlett said. “This is a very sad and disturbing reality, and while we work to prevent this type of abuse, we must also ensure the punishment fits the crime if or when it does occur.”
Owlett recounted a recent conversation he had with a local prosecutor, who indicated communications among some defendants in CSAM cases revealed statements about how it would be easier to raise and use their own children and relatives rather than employ human trafficking methods to find victims to create child sexual abuse materials.
“This type of evil is unspeakable and unimaginable,” Owlett said.
Under current law, there is no increased penalty for the crime of sexual abuse of children when the person convicted of creating, distributing or possessing CSAM depicts their relative. Owlett’s bill would call on the Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing to provide a sentencing enhancement for the courts to consider when the child depicted was a descendant, including a stepchild, step-grandchild, brother, sister, nephew, niece, cousin or other relative.
House Bill 1835 is pending referral to a House committee for consideration.
Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) recently presented Robert and Julie Cosper with their official Century Farm certificate from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Located in Keating Township, McKean County, the now 18-acre farm was originally purchased in 1925 by Robert Cosper’s grandfather and has remained in the family since that time.
Joseph C. Decker Jr., 80, of Hornell, died on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center with his family by his side.
He was born May 12, 1945, in Wellsville, the son of Joseph C. Sr. and Carrie H. (Stiles) Decker. On June 26, 1965, in Alfred, he married Patricia A. Richmond, who survives.
Joe grew up in Phillips Creek and lived on Irish Settlement Road of Belmont, for 52 years. He attended Alfred-Almond Central School and was active in band, choir, was student council president, boys state, All State and county champion wrestler.
Donald Evans (Don) Kelsey, 94, of Coudersport died on August 27, 2025, at home.
He was born on August 2, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio to Wayne E (Tom) Kelsey and Marguerite Young Kelsey.
He married Marguerite (Peggy) Boden on August 16, 1958, in Chester, who died on November 15, 2020, after 62 years of marriage.Don loved his family dearly.
He enjoyed many years living at Deerview Farm, which had originally been handed down to him by his father. The farm remains in the family. Don comfortably enjoyed his last years living at Deerview Farm with his son, Gary.
Delaney D. Sherwood, 83, of Eldred, passed away on Tuesday (September 2, 2025) at his home.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Some might remember the days in school when learning to diagram sentences was common. Every part of a sentence was identified, including the subject, verb, adverbs, and adjectives. The subject was always considered the most important part because it explains what the action is about. Sometimes in life we realize we can overlook the subject and only focus on the action. In other words we can become so caught up in what we are doing that we forget why we are doing it. All professions face the risk of focusing on the task and forgetting why or who we are doing it for. Church can be similar. We can become so absorbed in ministry that we forget about the one whom the ministry is meant to serve.
Troy A. Pease “beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle and friend”
Troy A. Pease, 29, of Shinglehouse, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 29, 2025, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
Born on Tuesday, October 24, 1995 in Coudersport, he was a son of Shane A. Pease and Sheila M. Gross Hathaway.
Troy was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. He was formerly employed by Norton’s Building Supply in Shinglehouse. He had also been employed for Clara Township and had served on the Clara Township Election Board. He was beloved by his customers whom he did yard work and landscaping.
On September 2 at 3:18 pm Sabinsville Ambulance was dispatched to 5464 Rt. 49 In Deerfield Twp. Passenger car vs school bus crash with possibly no Injuries on the bus. The driver of the passenger car is injured and also self extricated
Attention, ROULETTE, water and sewer customers, we are on a mandatory water restriction due to our well reaching 27 feet. We are asking all water and sewer customers to please limit their water usage… thank you for your cooperation in this critical matter we will continue to keep you updated
