Glenn Robinson, 69, of Haines St. in Kane, PA passed away on Friday (May 19) at UPMC-Hamot. He was born in Kane on July 13, 1953, the son of the late Kenneth and Dorothy (Eck) Robinson.
Mr. Robinson served in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves for many years and was a pump station foreman. He was called to active duty for Operation Desert Storm. He was a member of Lt. Raymond A. Nicolas American Legion Post #250, the Kane VFW Lodge #1132, the Kane Elks Lodge #329 and the Kane Senior Center.
He is survived by two sons, Glenn (Jessica) Robinson II of Reynoldsville and Blake Robinson of White, GA; four sisters, Vicky Cline of Belmont, NY, Joyce Nelson and Sandy Lehman both of Kane and Donna Smith of NM; his girlfriend, Brandie Shugars of Kane and her daughter Selena (Richard Brazell) Shugars, also of Kane and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation which will take place at the Cummings Funeral Home on Friday (May 26) from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A graveside service with full military honors will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery at 1:30 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Shirley M. Anderson, 97, of Coudersport, PA passed away on May 23, 2023 at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport. She was born on December 20, 1925, in Jamestown, NY, the daughter of the late Thurston David Oliver and Margaret (Youngquist) Melquist. On March 21, 1946, she married Leon E. Anderson in South Pasadena, CA and celebrated 53 years of marriage until his passing on March 31, 1999.
Shirley did clerical work for the Consistory for many years and she also worked for Potter County as an Auditor and in the Office of Aging. Shirley was an active member of the St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and participated in the quilting group.
On September 22, 1947, Shirley was initiated as a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Eulalia Chapter 148 at a district meeting. She served as secretary for over 20 years and was named a Secretary Emeritus. She was also a member of the Red Hats, the Coudersport Senior Center, and volunteered with Hospice and delivered meals for Meals on Wheels for many years. She also participated in Silver Sneakers and the Senior games in Bradford.
Shirley is survived by two daughters, Janet A. Long of Coudersport; Beverly J. (Mac) Gilpin of Bellefonte; two sons, Roger A. (Sharon) Anderson of Virginia Beach, VA; Dale R. (Sharie) Anderson of Coudersport; 11 grandchildren, Brian, Rachel, Keefe, Jason, Melanie, Mark, Britta, Crystal, Angela, Bethany, and Dustin, and 22 great grandchildren.
In addition to her husband and parents, Shirley was preceded in death by a son, David L. Anderson on April 30, 2012.
In her later years, Shirley remained a central figure in the lives of her family. She was present at family events and always ready for the next gathering, traveling when necessary. With a forward thinking mindset she knitted baby blankets as the family expanded. Shirley played games and engaged in conversations that kept her mind sharp and her heart full as she brought joy to many.
Shirley, a true matriarch, modeled staying active within the community by regularly attending church and the senior center. Her faith and prioritization of a rich social life allowed her to stay immersed in everyday life.
Using a daily journal to document major family happenings and ordinary moments, Shirley exemplifies that the fabric of life is knitted together by both. Her legacy will inspire the generations to come.
Family and friends are welcome to pay their respects Saturday, May 27, 2023 from 5-7 pm at the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport, the Eastern Star Service will begin at 5 pm. On Sunday, May 28, 2023 family and friends are welcome from 2-3 pm at St. Paul’s Evangelical Church, 3 Borie St., Coudersport, where her funeral service will follow at 3 pm, with Rev. John L. Kallerson officiating. A private burial will be in Eulalia Cemetery.
Memorial donations can be made in Shirley’s name to either the St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3 Borie St., Coudersport, PA 16915 or to Eulalia Cemetery, P.O. Box 226, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Mary A. McFall, 42, of 1554 Haskell Road, Olean, NY passed away on Sunday (May 21, 2023) from injuries sustained in a vehicle-pedestrian accident.
Mary was born on April 12, 1981, and was the daughter of Jack A. Langdon and Susanne E. Isaman. She was formerly married to Jess M. McFall.
Mary was a 1999 graduate of Hinsdale Central School. She continued her education at JCC where she obtained her associate’s degree in business. Mary joined Vector on May 15, 2001 as a part-time Customer Service Representative, and was promoted to full-time in July 2005. She was also an Administrative Services Representative before assuming her current position on June 16, 2021 as a Cutco Gifting Specialist.
Mary loved attending sporting events with her son. She enjoyed watching the Buffalo Bills which she was a huge fan with her son. Mary loved going to St. Bonaventure Men’s Basketball games, Olean Oiler games at Bradner Stadium. She enjoyed jogging and running, working out, vacationing, and traveling to the beach. Mary liked to get her hair, nails and pedicures done.
She enjoyed attending church at Believers Chapel, and going to church functions. Mary loved a good cup of coffee and enjoyed having coffee with her mother on Saturday mornings. Most of all and above all else was her son, Carter, who was the apple of her eye and was her whole life.
Mary is survived by her son, Carter M. McFall; her mother, Susanne E. Isaman of Olean; three siblings, Tracey L. (Robert) Eliason of Bradford, Pa., Anthony J. “Tony” Nevone of Olean and Tom M. (Colleen) Langdon of Bradford; three half siblings, Elaine, Deb and Trishelle and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews who she loved and adored.
Mary was predeceased by her father, Jack A. Langdon.
Friends will be received at Believers Chapel, 2000 Constitution Ave, on Friday, May 26, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Pastor Sean D. Obergfell will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean.
Margaret E. “Peg” Stahlman, 83, of Laurel Lane, Port Allegany, PA passed away unexpectedly, Saturday (May 20, 2023) in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born December 5, 1939, in Butler, PA, she was the daughter of Jeannette Moyer. On Aug. 26, 1961, in Foxburg, PA, she married Leland D. Stahlman, who died March 1, 2016. They were married 54 years.
She was a graduate of Parker High School, Parker, PA, class of 1958.
Margaret was a longtime resident of the area and had worked for North Penn Gas Co. and later co-owner of Lee’s Electronics (a Radio Shack franchise) of Port Allegany, with her husband, for 16 years (1983-1999), before her retirement.
She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Port Allegany, where she was a deacon and Sunday school teacher. She was a life member of the former Star Hose Auxiliary, Women of the Moose, chapter 2188, Port Allegany, volunteered with Meals on Wheels for several years, and enjoyed traveling with her husband, throughout North America, Central America, and Alaska, especially aboard cruise ships. They also enjoyed sightseeing in France, Luxembourg, and Germany.
Surviving is a son, David L. (Nikki) Stahlman of Port Allegany; two daughters, Diane S. (Sam) Dynda of Port Allegany, Debra S. (Tony) Gamboa of Palm Harbor, FL; nine grandchildren: Rachel Doutt of Port Allegany, Jillian Edgreen of Rochester, NY, Bryce Stahlman of Pittsburgh, Bryan Stahlman of Port Allegany, Alex and Lauren Dynda of Port Allegany, Alyssa, Dominic, and Amanda Gamboa of Palm Harbor, FL; two great-grandchildren, Elaina and Nolan Doutt of Port Allegany; and one niece and two nephews.
She was preceded in death by her mother, husband, Leland, and a daughter, Denise Leonard.
Friends will be received from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday in the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday (May 25, 2023) in the First Presbyterian Church, Port Allegany, with Rev. Garen Smith, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials can be made to the Port Area Ambulance Service, or the First Presbyterian Church.
Condolences can be made to: David L. Stahlman, 8 Laurel Lane, Port Allegany, PA 16743.
Richard A. BLACK, 96, of Wellsville, NY, went to be with his Lord on Monday May 22nd after a brief illness at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Born August 15, 1926, on the family farm on Wadsworth Hill in the Town of Ward, he was the son of Aaron Orlando and Marguerite Carr Black.
A 1944 graduate of Scio Central School, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and took boot camp at Sampson Naval Training Station. He served as a member of the Navy gun crew (U.S. Navy Armed Guard) aboard a merchant ship during World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946.
On December 29, 1951, in Olean, he married the former Edith M. Skiver, who predeceased him on August 12, 2008.
He went to work for NY Telephone Co. in 1946 and retired from Verizon in 1989 after 43 years of service. Dick always enjoyed his many years with the phone company as an installer/repairman, serving and helping people.
He was a life member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, member of Morrison Hayes American Legion Post #702 in Wellsville, First United Methodist Church of Wellsville, and a former member of the Masonic Lodge.
He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends.
Surviving are: two sons, Richard W. (Jeanne) Black of Greenbush, VA and James A. (Lillia) Black of San Diego, CA; four grandchildren, Brian (Nancy) Black of Andover, Corey (April) Black of Eden, MD, Jeffrey Black of Newport News, VA, and Nicole Black of Austin, TX; five great-grandchildren, Bryce, Brandon, Tianna, Lucas, and Kali; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by four brothers, Kenneth Carr Black, Norman Edward Black, Neil Orlando Black, and Robert Lyle Black.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville on Friday, May 26, 2023 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 1:00 PM. Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery, Scio.
Memorials may be made to the Hart Comfort House of Allegany County, 141 E. State Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Ross A. Hawks, 86, of Warren, PA, died Monday evening, May 22, 2023, at John and Orpha Blair Hospice House.
He was born May 17, 1937, in Russell, PA. Ross was the son of Robert and Marian Spencer Hawks. He lived most of his life in Warren. Ross was a 1955 graduate of Sugar Grove High School.
He was employed as a machinist at MRC & TRW, retiring from SKF after 38 years employment. He was a 32nd degree Mason with the Joseph Warren Masonic Lodge #726, where he served as Grand Master in 1991. He was a member of Farrah Grotto, Warren Shrine Club, American Legion Post 135, Warren Moose Lodge 109, Clarendon VFW, and Sugar Grove AmVets. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and golfer.
Ross is survived by 4 children – Dennis Hawks of Warren, PA., Donna Johnson and husband, Craig of Youngsville, PA., Debbie Hawks and companion, Don Sturdevant of Warren, PA., Diane Hawks and wife, Kim Gray of Sanford, N.C., beloved dog, Minnie, 1 Brother – Robert Hawks and wife, Laverne of Sardis, Miss., 4 Grandchildren – Katie Munksgard and husband, Terry, Jim Munksgard and wife, Stefanie, Kelly Johnson and her companion Colton Thompson and Josh Peterson, 3 Great Grandchildren – Kaley Ressler, Jase Mihalko, Kylie Munksgard, several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Janice Kane Hawks whom he married August 30, 1958, in Warren, PA., who died March 31, 2014, and a granddaughter – Kristin Johnson.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Friday May 26, 2023, from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Funeral services will follow at 6:00 pm in the funeral home with the Rev. Dr. Dale Haight, officiating. Members of the Joseph Warren Masonic Lodge will conduct their funeral ritual prior to the service in the funeral home. Private interment will be in Warren County Memorial Park.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm Street, Warren, PA. 16365, or Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave., Warren, PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Keith R. Schreiber, 71, of 473 Wolfel Avenue, St. Marys, PA passed away Monday, May 22, 2023 at his residence following a lengthy illness with his loving wife by his side.
He was born October 29, 1951, in Pittsburgh, son of the late Robert E. and Salome Auman Schreiber. He was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1969 and spent his entire career at National Cash Register, retiring from there in 2001.
On June 10, 1972, in the Sacred Heart Church, Keith married Amy Giordano, who survives. Keith and Amy lived in Ohio and Georgia for many years before moving back to St. Marys in 2003.
Along with his loving wife, Keith is survived by his brother, Gregory Schreiber (Olivia) of St. Marys; several sisters and brothers-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.
Keith had a love for music and was a skilled organ, piano, and keyboard player. He was a ham radio operator and a member of the American Radio Relay League.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church on May 26, 2023 at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Jeffery Noble, officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
There will be no visitation.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Penn Highlands Community Nurses Memorial Fund, 757 Johnsonburg Road, Suite 200, St. Marys, PA 15857.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Joseph R. Luchini, Jr., 93, of 376 South Kersey Road, Kersey, PA passed away unexpectedly at his residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
James E. Lucy, 90, of Gaines, PA, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023 at his home.
Born May 12, 1933 in Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of the late Arthur H. and Anna M. (Franke) Lucy. Jim was a graduate of West Philadelphia High School in Philadelphia. On November 4, 1950 in Waterloo, IL, he married the former Reita Davis, who preceded him in death in 2016.
Jim was a Veteran having served as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked in the Senior Laboratory Development at I.B.M. for many years before retiring.
He was a 32nd Degree Master Mason, a member of the American Legion, the Coudersport Consistory, the Order of the Eastern Star, the NRA, the Cypress Shriners in Albany, NY, the HAM Radio Club, and the American Radio Relay League. Jim was a lifelong Republican and enjoyed collecting stamps, hunting and fishing.
Surviving are three sons, Steven J. (Dorothy) Lucy, Gaines, PA, Kurt V. Lucy, Sedalia, MO and Eric K. (Julie) Lucy, Lancaster, PA; three daughters, Rita A. (Patrick J.) Dann, Whitesboro, NY, Karen L. Fritsche, Montoursville, PA and Patricia J. (Larry) Curfman, Wallkill, NY; 20 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and wife, Jim was predeceased by a brother, Arthur H. Lucy, Jr.
Friends may call at the Pine Creek Valley United Methodist Church, Gaines, PA, on Friday, May 26, 2023 from 9:00-11.00am with funeral services following at 11:00am. The Rev. Scott Ogden will officiate. A Masonic Funeral Service will be held at 10:45am conducted by the Lewisville Lodge #556. Military Honors will be accorded by the Tioga County Honor Guard.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton, PA.
Janet H. Tassone, 88, of 209 Hickory Street, Johnsonburg, PA passed away early Monday morning, May 22, 2023 at her residence following a brief illness. She was born on January 16, 1935 in Johnsonburg a daughter to Bertha Refeiner Lynch.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, she was a 1953 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. Janet loved spending time with her family. She also loved spending time in the kitchen and became quite the home cook, as family and friends would eagerly await a loaf of her famous nut loaf during the holidays. Christmas morning was also a special event at Janet’s home, as the entire family would gather and enjoy her overnight casserole. Janet also loved to spend days on her front porch admiring her rose bushes. She also enjoyed crocheting, doing ceramics and travel.
Janet had worked for Stackpole for over 30 years at the Johnsonburg, St. Marys and Kane plants. She had also worked at Walmart for several years
Janet is survived by six children, her loving daughter Rhonda Horchen of Johnsonburg, Ralph Tassone and his wife Karen of Johnsonburg, Robert Tassone and his wife Angela of Johnsonburg, Rosemary Tassone, Mrs. Mark Mercer of Ridgway, Ramona, Mrs. Jeff Horchen of Johnsonburg, and Renee, Mrs. Tom Coppolo of St. Marys; her grandchildren: Shawn Tassone, Jana, Mrs. Todd Walters, Keith, Bobby, and Rachel Tassone, Andrew and Anthony Clerkin, Sara, Alex, Meghan and Emma Coppolo, Randi and Justin Horchen, Joleen, Mrs. Jeremy Green, Cara, Mrs. Josh Gadley, Marlee, Mrs. Dylan Smith, Devon Horchen, Lindsey, Mrs. Matt Farnsworth and Randy Tassone.
She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Brayden and Kendyl Walters, Remmick, Reid and Roman Means, Owen and Harper Green, Collin and Nora Gadley, Annabelle, Aiden, Andi Mae, Allie and Aaron Clerkin, Anthony, Jr., Adrianna, Alexis and Ashton Clerkin, Carson and Angelo Tassone and Zoey Fiscus a sister Joanie Challingsworth of St. Marys and dear friends George Johnson and Betsy Leader.
In addition to her mother, Janet is predeceased by the father of her children, Angelo Tassone, a sister Jean Brooks and a sister Monica in infancy, a son Randy Tassone, a grandson Stephen Johnson and a son-in-law Scott Horchen.
At Janet’s request, there will be no public visitation or funeral service. Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA.
If desired, memorial contributions can be made in memory of Janet to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 502 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959
Barttlett R. “Bart” Foster, 75, of Warren, PA, died peacefully at home with his family at his side.
He was born on November 28, 1947, in Union City, Indiana, the son of the late Sherman and Vivian (Merritt) Foster. Bart lived in many places and had some interesting jobs before settling in Warren, PA. He drove ambulance for North Warren Fire Department in the past. He worked at the former Loranger’s Manufacturing and Experience Inc.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, bowling, darts and playing spoons. He got many requests from people to play the spoons for them. Bart was the life of the party and is loved and will be missed by many. He had the kindest heart.
Bart is survived by his loving wife, Pasty Foster of Warren, PA; his children, Melanie Foster of Warren, PA, and Bart Foster Jr. of South Carolina; stepsons, Jason Stewart and wife Kim of Warren, PA, and Shawn Stewart and his wife Brenda of Virginia; grandchildren, Garret Littlefield, Geoff Ryan, and Jack Stewart; granddaughter, Jennifer Stewart; two great granddaughters; siblings, Nancy Elliot of Ohio and Sherman (Butch) Foster of Georgia; sister in law, Cheryl Kitchel; and two brother in laws, Ronald and Robert Kitchel.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Richard (Dick) Collins.
Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. A celebration of Bart’s Life will be held and announced at a later time.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave., Warren, PA 16365 or Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St., Warren, PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Charles F. Shembeda, 69, of Songbird Road, Bradford, PA passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023, at his residence.
Born July 23, 1953, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Joseph and June (Riggs) Shembeda.
Charlie was a 1972 graduate of Bradford High School, and a veteran of the United States Air Force.
Charlie worked for his father, Joseph E. Shembeda Floor Covering business and eventually owned Shembeda Floors until he passed the business on to his two sons. As an entrepreneur he also started and ran Shembeda Electronics through the 80’s and 90’s.
Charlie enjoyed boating, riding motorcycles, and he was a private pilot.
Surviving is his former wife, Karen (Shembeda) Pardiny, four sons, Joseph, Jonathan, Justin and Jesse Shembeda, and one daughter, Alyssa Miller, and five grandchildren, Joe, Jon, Mayla, Silas and an expected grandson, nine siblings, Christine Shembeda, David Shembeda, Julie McCord, Gary Shembeda, Sue Wells, Alan Shembeda, Lori Adams, Darla Oaks, and Brian Shembeda, and several nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends on Friday May 26, 2023, from 4pm to 7pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue, where funeral services will be on Saturday, May 27, 2023 11:00am. Burial will be in the Shembeda family mausoleum at Willow Dale Cemetery.
Memorials if desired, may be made to the Golisano Children’s Hospital in Rochester, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Harry B. “Dale” OVERHOLT, 89, of Stannards, NY, died Friday, May 19, 2023 in Olean General Hospital.
Born July 25, 1933, in North Tonawanda, he was the son of Harry Allard and Jean M. Haeffle Overholt.
He was a graduate of Tonawanda High School, where he was the captain of the football team and a member of the Sigma Psi fraternity. After high school, he went on to play semi-pro football. Harry served honorably with the U.S. Army and New York National Guard from 1952 – 1960.
On June 28, 1958, in Tonawanda, he married the former Barbara C. Cook, who survives. He was employed by National Fuel for 40 years, retiring as district manager.
Harry was a member of Broad Street Baptist Church in Tonawanda, attended Grace United Church in Wellsville, member of Wellsville Rod and Gun Club, and was a 52-year member of Ken-Ton Masonic Lodge #1186. Harry was an avid hunter, outdoorsman, and enjoyed helping the DEC band ducks at their cabin on Alma Pond.
He was very much loved by his wife, daughter, and grandchildren.
Surviving besides his wife, Barbara, are: a daughter, Brenda (Jack) VanBuskirk of Andover; a grandson, Samuel (Miranda Haramia) Lamphier-VanBuskirk of Chula Vista, CA; two granddaughters, Kailee (Teddy) Alfieri of Niceville, FL and Angela (Tim) Corkey of Alfred; a sister-in-law, Anne Overholt of Tonawanda; a close cousin, Susan Hartman; many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by four siblings, Jack A. (Marlene) Overholt, Wayne Overholt, Jane D. (Ernie) Cline, and Phyllis J. (Jim) Henderson.
Friends may call at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Saturday, May 27, 2023 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 2:00 PM. Rev. Dennis Munro will officiate. Burial will be in Stannards Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Katherine Louise “Kathy” (McConaghay) Barton, gained her wings on May 15, 2023 after a lengthy illness.
She was born in Lock Haven on November 20, 1975. Kathy was a life long resident of Renovo, where she had many friends. She was a graduate of Bucktail High School and will be remembered for her love for her family, adventure and socializing with friends.
Kathy is survived by her father; John McConaghay of Canonsburg, husband; Chuck Barton, Jr. of Renovo, two daughters; Hayley (Joe) Barton of New Castle and Miranda (Aaron) Barton of Renovo, two grandsons; Dominic and Lane who were the love of her life, two older siblings, sister; Chris (David) McConaghay-Shemory of Montgomery, brother; Mark (Nancy) McConaghay of Washington, two nieces that she adored; Megan Hill and Lorin Dingman, multiple great nieces, one great nephew and her dog who was always by her side, “Moose”
She was preceded in death by her mother; Carolyn J. (Eatman) McConaghay.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to; Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, The Diabetes Foundation or to the A.S.P.C.A.
As per her wishes there will not be a formal service, a celebration of life will be planned at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are being handled by Maxwell Funeral Home, 205 Fifth Street, Renovo.
Roxanne F. Boyd, 65, of Austin, PA, a former longtime resident of Coudersport, passed surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, May 22, 2023, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, 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.
Carol Jean Franklin, 55, of 8 Meadows Park, Duke Center, PA passed away Wednesday (May 17, 2023) at Buffalo (N.Y.) General Medical Center surrounded by loving family, following a brief illness.
Carol was born Jan. 2, 1968, in Port Allegany, Pa., but was a lifelong resident of Eldred.
She enjoyed reading and spending time with her eight children: Rebecca Haynes in Tennessee, Joshua (Felecea) Furman of Duke Center, Kelly Furman of Bradford, Cassandra Furman of Duke Center, Sabrina Bobenrieth (Anthony Schoonover) of Rixford, Terry “T-Bob” Bobenrieth Jr. (Kymee Choura) of Duke Center, Tanika Franklin of Duke Center, and Isaac Bobenrieth of Rixford.
Surviving in addition to her children are 13 grandchildren Shawntia, Xavier, Georgia, Celina, Allanna, Emrick, Emberlynn, Ryon, Braden, Kaleigh, Marilyn, Wyatt, and Freya, a fiancé, Terry Bobenrieth Sr. of Rixford, a sister, Michele (Christopher) France of Hornell, N.Y.; two brothers, Darren (Nicole) Franklin of Canisteo, N.Y., and Ken Franklin of Wellsville, N.Y.; a stepmother, Shirley Franklin of Wellsville, N.Y., as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Walter Franklin, her mother, Barbara James, and two sisters Marsha and Laura Franklin.
Visitation will be held on Thursday (May 25, 2023) at the First Church of God, Eldred from 10 a.m. to noon with a Memorial Service immediately following with Pastor Jim Kazimer officiating.
On Monday, May 22, 2023, Patrick Hartnett, born on June 20, 1943, passed away at the age of 79.
Pat will be remembered by his wife, Christine Hartnett, his daughter, Heather Hartnett and her husband, Michael Duffy.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, 11 Russell St., Warren, PA., at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Stephen Schreiber, Pastor, officiating.
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Grace E. Tripodi, 89, of Ridgmont Personal Care, Ridgway and formerly of 5529 Ridgway-Johnsonburg Rd., Johnsonburg, PA passed away early Sunday morning, May 21, 2022 at Ridgmont following a brief illness.
She was born in St. Marys, PA a daughter to the late Albert Dippold and Myrna Trumble. On October 28, 1950 in Sacred Heart Church, St. Marys, she married F. Pete Tripodi. He preceded her in death on April 14, 2018.
Growing up in St. Marys, Grace attended St. Marys Schools. She had lived most of her life in Johnsonburg, moving there in 1955. Grace was a member of Holy Rosary Church, loved spending time with her grandchildren, crocheting and knitting. She also enjoyed bingo and trips to the casino. She had worked at Stackpole in St. Marys for over 25 years.
Grace is survived by her children, Thomas Tripodi of Ridgway, Donna Tripodi of Ridgway, David Tripodi of Ridgway, Chris Tripodi and his wife Beverly of New Castle, PA and Gina, Mrs. Tom Steudler of Johnsonburg, her grandchildren, Shawn Hanes and his fiancé Rhianon Doran, Rick Tripodi and his wife Michelle, Donna, Mrs. Forrest Hart, Gary Hanes-Tripodi and his wife Jasmine, Dan Hanes and Nikki Tripodi, her great-grandchildren, Racquel Tripodi, Frankie Tripodi, Ricky Tripodi, Graydon Hart, Jaxson Hart, Sami Hanes, Christian Hanes, Alexis Carnovale and August Tripodi and her great-great-grandchildren, Asher Hanes and Gianni and Gemma Scida. She is also survived by a brothers George Dippold of Johnsonburg and Albert Dippold and his wife Diane of Emporium and sisters Charlene, Mrs. Elwin Carr of St. Mary and Myrna Mrs. David Anderson of Elbon, PA and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Grace is predeceased by a brother Gary Dippold and sisters Marlene and Susan Dippold.
Friends and family are invited to attend a funeral service for Grace E. Tripodi to be conducted at the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg on Thursday June 1, 2023 at 10:30 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor of Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg as officiant. The family will be receiving friends from 9 to 10:30 on Thursday morning. Interment will be private.
Ronald U. Ginther, 74, of W. Theresia Road, St. Marys, PA passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, May 19, 2023.
He was born on March 24, 1949 in St. Marys, a son of the late Urban and Alice Filling Ginther. On June 3, 1978, he married Debra Dziuba Ginther, who survives. Together they shared more than 44 years of marriage.
Ron was a graduate of St. Marys High School, and then earned his Master’s Degree from Toccoa Falls College. Over the years, he worked as a meat cutter, as well as for UPS. He was an avid fisherman who never turned down the chance to go fishing, something he greatly enjoyed with his sons. He also loved Ham radio, and watching various sports on tv. He was a caring husband and father who always enjoyed conversing with family and friends.
In addition to his wife, Debbie, he is survived by 2 children; Jason Ginther and Matt Ginther, both of St. Marys. He is also survived by two siblings; Wayne (Flora) Ginther of St. Marys and Cindy (Don) Wingard of Marion Center, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Jo (Salter) Ginther, by four daughters; Brenda, Rhonda, Nancy, and Tracey, and by a sister; Joy Ginther.
Funeral Services for Ronald U. Ginther will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at Elk Baptist Church, 191 Ford Road, St. Marys, PA 15857. Burial will follow in Earlyville Cemetery in Kersey.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Gideons International.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Walter J. “Walt/Wally” Donachy, 74, of 141 Queens Road, Saint Marys, PA passed away at home on Friday, May 19, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, after a lengthy and hard-fought battle with cancer.
He was born on June 13, 1948, in Saint Marys, son of the late Gerald and Marjorie (Caskey) Donachy, Sr.
Walt is survived by his wife of over 52 wonderful years, Jeanette (Baumer). They were married on October 24, 1970, in Saint Marys.
Walt is also survived by two children, Nicole Donachy of Rocky River, Ohio and Rebecca (Donachy) Terwilliger of Saint Marys, and two grandchildren, Cameron Terwilliger and Nico Terwilliger. Also survived by his twin sister; Barbara Secco, sisters; Geraldine (Ken) Vogt and Diane Frederick, three brothers; Paul (Shirley) Donachy, Tom (Theresa) Donachy, and Gerald Donachy, Jr., sister-in-law; Judy Donachy, and brother-in-law; Mike Cesa, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son-in-law; David Terwilliger, brother; Kenneth Donachy, sister; Karen (Donachy) Cesa, and nephews; Kenneth (Butch) Donachy, Michael Cesa, and Robert Scone.
Walt was a graduate of Saint Marys Area High School, Class of 1967. Walt served in the United States Army, and was in Long Binh, Vietnam from 1968-1969.
Walt was active with Queen of the World Parish, serving at different times as an usher at Mass, volunteer with the annual festival, and running the monthly bingo.
Walt was passionate about the Sportmen’s Club and competing in trap and skeet, and was actively involved in educating and instructing youth teams. Walt also enjoyed many other activities during his lifetime, including playing the drums in a local band, serving as a Boy Scout leader, going to camp with family and friends, listening to music, playing the drums and guitar, playing cards, and playing golf. Additionally, Walt enjoyed going to the Green Lite to spend time with friends.
Walt was a member of the KFC (4th Degree), CMF, Saint Marys Legion, Eagles, PFL, Elk’s, and the Moose.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Walter J. Donachy will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, as celebrant. Military Honors will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Family and friends will be received at the Queen of the World Church on Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 10:15 AM until the time of the Mass.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Elk County Rides 4 Vets.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Eli Richard COATS, 41, of Goleta, CA, died Sunday, May 7, 2023.
Born June 3, 1981, in Wellsville, NY, he was the son of Guy R. and Christine Sherwood Coats. He was married to the former Amy Armstrong, who survives.
A graduate of Wellsville High School, he earned a degree from Houghton College. Eli was employed by CITIC in California.
Surviving besides his wife, Amy, are: a son, Conor Coats; his mother, Christine Coats of Hallsport; a brother Jesse (Gillian) Coats of Dalton; a sister, Laura (Jed) Barnes of Mount Upton; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his father; and his maternal and paternal grandparents.
A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 27, 2023 in The Presbyterian Church of Wellsville, 68 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. Burial will be in Hallsport Union Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Brenda Lee Garrigues, 64, of Welsh Street, Kane, PA passed away Thursday (May 18, 2023) at UPMC Hamot.
Born May 10, 1959, in Kane, she was a daughter of the late Leroy N. and Gertrude L. (Hayduk) Fox. On May 12, 1995, in Bullhead City, Arizona, she married Robert C. Garrigues who survives.
Brenda attended Kane Schools and was a homemaker.
Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two sons, James M. Lopez of Hampton, VA and John S. Pennell.
In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her brother, Kevin Fox.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
William P. “Bill” Knight, 76, passed away at his home on Monday, May 15, 2023, following a lengthy illness.
He was born on August 25, 1946 in St. Marys, a son of the Othmar and Adeline Emmert Knight.
Bill was a graduate of Elk County Christian High School, class of 1964 and a member of Queen of the World Church. He served in the U.S. Army National Guard and then retired from Keystone Carbon Company after many years of service. An avid golfer, Bill loved spending time on the golf course course with his friend Gary Smith. He also enjoyed hunting and following sports.
Bill is survived by three children; Melissa Risch of Towanda, PA, David Knight of Ridgway, and Brian Knight of Saco, Maine; and by his five beloved grandchildren; Lauren, Ryan, Hannah, Derek, and Brianne and by two great-grandchildren; Kinsley and Callan.
He is also survived by two sisters; Diane (John) Bauer and Marsha (Steve) Gabor, both of St. Marys, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by a sister; Nancy Charleson.
A Memorial Mass of Christian for William P. Knight is being celebrated privately at Queen of the World Church.
Burial will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial Contirbutions may be made to the Elk County Catholic School System, 600 Maurus Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Betty M. Erich-Hanes, 94, formerly of Poplar Road, St. Marys, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor.
She was born on October 10, 1928 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Salome and Mildred Gerg Dornish.
On February 14, 1947, she married the late Raymond C. Erich, who preceded her in death on December 4, 1995. in 1999, she married the late John W. Hanes, who preceded her in death on June 7, 2012.
Betty attended St. Marys Area Schools and was a member of Sacred Heart Church. She retired from Uni-Mart after many years as the manager. Over the years, she was active with the St. Ann’s Society, the Rosary Altar Society, and the Senior Center, where she loved to play cards with her friends. Always the social butterfly who made friends everywhere she went, she enjoyed volunteering her time at the hospital gift shop, the Resale Shop, and at the Senior Center. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by 5 children; Yvonne (Gene) Hooper of St. Marys, Leah (Rich) Meyer of St. Marys, Susan (George) Wendel of Erie, Mary Kay (Ernest) Kronenwetter of St. Marys, and Charles (Anna) Erich of Lexington, KY; and by 12 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by 2 step-sons, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her first and second husbands, Betty was preceded in death by a step-daughter, by two brothers; James Dornish and Charles Dornish, and by one sister; Leah Redmond.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Betty M. Erich-Hanes will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 22, 2023 at Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Thomas Curry, OSB, as celebrant.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Monday, Monday, May 22, 2023 from 8:30 AM until 9:30 AM.
Burial will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Marys Senior Center.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Louis A. DISTROLA, 87, of Wellsville, NY, died Thursday, May 18, 2023 in Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
Born February 20, 1936, in Bradford, PA, he was the son of Earl Welty and Madelyn Distrola. On January 8, 2008, in Wellsville, he married Bernice Blue, who survives. A 1955 graduate of Bradford High School, he served honorably with the US Navy from 1955 – 1958. He owned and operated Lou’s Janitorial Service in Wellsville. Lou was a member of Morrison Hayes American Legion Post #702, Wellsville American Legion Honor Guard, and First Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Wellsville.
Surviving besides his wife, Bernice, are: six children, Kristina, John, Louise, Marcy, Andrew, and Robin; and many grandchildren. Per Lou’s wishes, there will be no services.
Burial will be in Bath National Cemetery, Bath, NY. Arrangements are entrusted to OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Joseph P. Bonavita, 58, of Clarendon, PA, died at his residence of natural causes, on Friday, May 19, 2023. A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.
ROULETTE, Pa. – Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life to honor Cheryl D. Card, 77, of Roulette, on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 1:00pm at the Port Allegany Veterans Memorial Home, Route 155, Port Allegany, PA 16743.
Cheryl entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
Toni Jean Siciliano Hane, age 69 of Corning, NY passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2023 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY.
Born on May 9, 1954 in Blossburg, PA she was a daughter to the late Frank and Patricia (MacLean) Siciliano. Toni enjoyed tending to her flower garden and she was an avid crafter. She also loved spending time with her family. She was a very loving mother and grandmother to her grandson, Izaiah. Toni was well loved by all her family and every person who was involved in her life. The family would like to give a special thank you to the exceptional cab drivers and caregivers who went out of their way to help Toni with anything.
Toni is survived by her son, Jason (Amber) Croft of Tioga, PA; grandson, Izaiah Croft of Tioga, PA; sisters, Mary Ellen (Stan) Orchowski of Mansfield, PA and Fran Davis of Elkland, PA; nephews, Brad Orchowski of Mansfield, PA, Mitchell Orchowski of Gettysburg, PA and Silis Wiles of Horseheads, NY; and niece, Jill Pratt of South Carolina.
She was preceded in death by both her parents, Frank and Patricia Siciliano; and sister, Susan Healey.
Family and friends are called to Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland, PA on Sunday, May 21, 2023 from 1:00 – 3:00pm. A memorial service will be held immediately following at 3:00pm with Reverend Vane Gunn officiating. Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
Shirley A. Larson, 92, of N. Ann St., passed away Tuesday (May 16, 2023) in the Buffalo General Medical Center, after a brief illness.
Born March 29, 1931, in Port Allegany, she was a daughter of John J. and Alice E. Clark Hanlon. On July 8, 1950, in Port Allegany, she married Carlton A. Larson, who died Apr. 4, 2018. They were married 67 years.
Shirley was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 1949.
She was employed with Bell Telephone Co. of PA, as a dental assistant with Dr. Phil Carlson, and later as a shipping assistant with Pittsburgh Corning Co., formerly of Port Allegany, before retiring.
Shirley was a member and church secretary for 35 years with the Gethsemane Lutheran Church, and four other churches; and member of the Women of Gethsemane Lutheran Church. She was a member and past matron of the Order of Eastern Star, Phoenix Chapter, Smethport; and former secretary of the local Red Cross.
Surviving are two sons, Nathan J. (Bonnie) Larson of New Franklin, OH, Paul A. Larson of Orchard Park, NY; ten grandchildren, two of which were raised by Carlton & Shirley: Pam A. (Dan) Dixon and Paige A. (Andrew) Moore both of Reading, PA; 20 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephew.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Carlton, and three sisters: Exilda R. Hanlon, Marjorie W. Zlobec, and Virginia E. Holden.
Friends will be received from 6-8 p.m. Sunday in the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday (May 22, 2023, in the Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Port Allegany, with Rev. John Kallerson, officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
An O.E.S. service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home.
Memorials can be made to the Gethsemane Lutheran Church.
Condolences can be made to: Nathan Larson, 620 W. Nimisila Rd., New Franklin, OH 44319.