Raymond E. Lowe Jr., 73, of Warren, PA, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023, in the John and Orpha Blair Hospice House, after a brief illness.
A complete obituary will be published when it’s available. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Frederick G. Andreano, 75, of Port Allegany, PA passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday (July 20, 2023) at his residence in Port Allegany.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Nancy J. Yeager, loving wife, mother, grandma and GG, died Saturday (July 15, 2023).
She was born on Sept. 20, 1937 in Kane, and was the daughter of Robert and Agnes Schneller. On June 16, 1956, she married the love of her life, Robert E. “Bob” Yeager, who survives, along with Julie A. Yeager and Steven E. Yeager (Amy Hill).
Nancy had a professional work history in banking as a teller & bookkeeper in San Antonio, Texas, Smethport & Bradford. She also worked as a cashier at Jubilee in Bradford alongside Helen Hill (mother of Amy). She finally retired from The Engine Doctors, a family-run business in 2001.
Due to Bob being in the Air Force for 22 years, Nancy was able to be a stay-at-home mom. She enjoyed traveling and the many adventures they had. Nancy was an active salt and pepper shaker collector and loved to crochet. She enjoyed attending every event or activity involving her family and grandchildren.
Nancy has several granddaughters as well as great-grandchildren: Kimberly (Josh) Bolibaugh, son (Dakota) & daughter (Natalee); Tamra Yeager (Jeff Baker), daughter (Olivia); Brittney Yeager (Cullen Playter); Brandi (Korby) Evans, daughters Addison & Hazel. Nancy is also survived by her brother Larry (Donna) Schneller of Cyclone; and several nieces/nephews and grandnieces/nephews.
Friends will be received on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at the Frame Funeral Home, Eldred, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at which time funeral services will be held with the Rev. Thomas E. Brown officiating. Entombment will take place in McKean Memorial Park, Lafayette.
Carol J. Wenzel, 77, of Coudersport, formerly of Warren, PA passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023, in UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport, after a short 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.
Donald E. CHAPMAN, 96, of Mills, PA, died Tuesday, July 18, 2023 in his home.
Born May 25, 1927, in Belvidere, NY, he was the son of Anson Daniel and Margaret Hile Chapman. On December 24, 1950, in West Bingham, he married the former Norma L. Patterson, who predeceased him on December 24, 2020.
A World War II Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Navy from July 31, 1944 – February 9, 1950 in the Pacific Theatre.
He was employed by Penelec for 33 years, retiring in 1987.
Don was a life member of Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 in Ulysses and Howard S. Lines VFW Post #6753 in Knoxville.
Kevin J. Crowley, 28, of Nichols Run Road, Limestone, NY passed away Monday, July 17, 2023, in Pittsburgh.
Born September 20, 1994, in Bradford, he was a son of Joseph F. and DiAnne M. (Greek) Crowley.
Kevin was a 2013 graduate of Allegany-Limestone High School, and received his certification in Media-Entertainment from BOCES.
He formerly worked at Cutco, and Holiday Valley Ski Resort as a lift operator.
Kevin loved his family, and friends, but most of all his son Patrick.
He enjoyed being outside and doing things with his hands like woodworking, welding, bike riding, skateboarding, living off the land, and spending time with his Dalmation “Pongo”. He loved trains and rode them whenever he could. He was a free spirit that loved life on his own terms.
Surviving are his parents, Joe and DiAnne Crowley, one son, Patrick Woodarek, Patrick’s mother Jaimie Woodarek, one brother, Kyle (Danelle) Crowley, two nephews, Karson and Landon Crowley, his grandmother, Janet Crowley, two aunts, Harriett Pritchard, Lynn (Tony) Height, two uncles, Tom (Marilyn) Greek, and Mike (Holly) Crowley, and many cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, James Crowley, and his maternal grandparents, Harry L. and Margaret Greek.
Family will receive friends on Sunday August 27, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Limestone Community Center. At 3:00 pm funeral services will be held with Rev. Eric Kessell, Pastor of the Farmersville Baptist Church, officiating.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Limestone Volunteer Fire Department.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
“beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother”
SHINGLEHOUSE – Paul R. Whitman passed away peacefully at the age of 75 on July 17th, 2023, at UPMC Cole in Coudersport, PA, after a courageous battle with leukemia.
He was born on April 1st, 1948, to Stanley and Janet (Potter) Whitman in Buffalo, NY. Paul was a graduate of Depew High School in Depew, NY.
Throughout his life, Paul was renowned for his exceptional cooking skills, and he dedicated much of his working career to leading kitchens at various establishments. He had the privilege of working at some of the area’s finest private Country Clubs and numerous other restaurants. Notably, Paul and his wife Linda also embarked on their own culinary journey together, opening and running Paul’s Little Town Blues in Olean, NY.
Leroy J. “Buck” Himes, 88, of St. Marys, PA passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at Elk Haven Nursing Home surrounded by his family following a short illness.
He was born on October 19, 1934 in Ridgway, a son of the late Burton and Lillian Wolff Himes.
On May 22, 1954, in Daguscahonda, he married the late Alice “Dixie” Groll Himes, who preceded him in death on April 20, 2018. Together they shared more than 63 years of marriage.
Elizabeth J. “Betty” Seelye, 92, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of Spruce Street, St. Marys, PA passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy.
She was born April 2, 1931, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Henry and Margaret Grasser Seelye. She was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and attended St. Marys Parochial School and Central Catholic High School.
Betty is survived by four nephews: Paul, Joseph, Timothy, and Peter Struble; nine great-nieces and nephews; four great-great nephews; and several cousins.
Along with her parents, Betty was preceded in death by four sisters: Marion Seelye, Dorothy Struble, Irene Seelye, and Mary in infancy; and one brother, Harold Seelye. Elizabeth will be missed, dearly.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM, with the Rev. Thomas More Sikora, OSB, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
There will be no visitation.
A big thankyou to the staff at Pinecrest for being so good to Betty in her long stay there. Betty always had a smile for everyone.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the National Stroke Association, 9707 East Easter Lane, Suite B, Centennial, CO 80112 or to Pinecrest Manor, 763 Johnsonburg Road, St. Marys, PA 15857.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Patrick M. Ekas, 71, of Bradford, PA passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023 at his home.
He was born on October 20, 1951 in Olean, NY; a son of the late Donald and Aleen Blackmer Ekas.
He was a 1971 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.
He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War; serving from 1971 until his honorable discharge in 1975.
He was a member of the Open Arms Community Church. He enjoyed camping and fishing and he especially loved spending time with his family.
He was employed by Kessel Construction, Inc. for 32 years until his retirement.
He is survived by one daughter, Carrie (Steven) Barber of Port Allegany; four sisters, Linda (James) LeClair of Georgia, Donna Stuart of Indiana, Barbara (Scott) Boise of Pennsylvania and Susan Goodrich of Florida; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a longtime friend, Donna Ekas of Bradford.
In addition to his parents; he was also preceded in death by two daughters, Jenette Kemick and Jessica Abplanalp and one brother, Arthur Ekas.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, August 26, 2023. The time and location will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Donald E. CHAPMAN, 96, of Mills, PA, died Tuesday, July 18, 2023 in his home. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Gene A. Tarr of 976 County Road 5, Genesee, NY passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at the Olean General Hospital, following a brief illness.
Friends will be received on Monday, July 24, 2023 at the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St. from 11:00 am to 1:00pm at which time a funeral service will be held. The Rev. Tim Taylor, Pastor of the Crosstown Alliance Church in Shinglehouse, PA. Burial will be in Bowler Cemetery, Little Genesee, New York. Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com
Elizabeth J. Seelye, 92, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 341 Spruce Street, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor, after a lengthy illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Ross L. Gleason of N. 19th Street, Olean, NY passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at the Bradford Regional Medical Center following an illness.
Ross was born on June 12, 1940, in Salamanca and was the son of Neil K. and Margaret A. Lamb Gleason. On November 9, 1985, in Portville he married his loving wife, Linda J. Erhard, who survives.
Ross worked with heavy equipment for the Local Labor Union 621 in the mid-1960s in many different positions where he continued to work until his retirement in 2002 due to an injury. He enjoyed hunting and riding four wheelers and was formerly a member of the Portville Conservation Club.
Beside his loving wife, Linda, Ross is survived by ten children; Janice (Terry) Babcock of Shinglehouse, Tina (Robert) Johnson of Salamanca, Melinda Gleason of Allegany, David (Michelle) Gleason of Olean, Theresa Tambash of Olean, Mark Enix of Manor, TX., Kristina (Warren) Hayes of Georgetown, TX., Angela Smith of Olean, Christy (Christopher) Hall of Cheektowaga, and Rachel (Dan) Martinez of Groton, NY., 20 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
Ross was predeceased by his parents, and one son, Jerry L. Enix on May 3, 2019.
Services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com
Paul R. Whitman, 75, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a brief 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.
Rita L. Pais, 91, of Emery Towers, formerly of Duke Center, PA passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at Olean General Hospital.
Born April 4, 1932, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late John C. and Anna Mae (Tingley) Luciano, Jr. She attended Bradford schools and was a 1950 graduate from Bradford High.
On November 10, 1951, in St. Bernard Church, she married Albert J. Pais who preceded her in death on December 15, 1997.
Rita worked for AJ Olson Department Store, Bell Telephone, and was an assistant manager of Fashion Bug Plus in the Bradford Mall.
She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church, and the 50 Plus Group.
Our world became less vibrant as we mourn the death of our mom. Daily phone calls filled with laughter have come to an end. However, Mama Rita doesn’t want us to mourn. So instead, we will celebrate her long and happy life. What can one say about Mama Rita? We could go on and on, but she said she didn’t want a lengthy obituary. She can’t have everything! She always had a smile. Could talk to anyone. She was just a complete and utter Hoot.
Mama Rita was known for her sense of humor and oh so familiar sayings:
“It Is What It Is’, so you might as well laugh about it.
The good Lord willing and the crick don’t rise.
Always had a hard time finding her whatnots.
Never hide your light under a bushel.
As she has said so many times, you spend your whole life fighting dirt, only to be buried under it. Isn’t that the truth?
Mama Rita had many nicknames throughout her life. With her being a pain, she earned the nickname, Pita Rita. She is also known as Great Grandma Ritzy.
Mama Rita always said she wasn’t allowed to die until she ticked off enough people. Well….. She apparently did her job.
Surviving are three daughters, Marsha (Jim) Calderwood, of Bradford, Nancy (David) Sullivan, of Old Saybrook, CT, and Kay Foote, of Bradford, four bonus children, Judy McFarland, Terri Stuck, Barbara Burgess, and Tammy Moyer, one grandson, Chad Salisbury, four granddaughters, Emily Foote, Christa Donnelly, Rachel Foote, and Devon Close, seven great grandchildren, Sam Salisbury, Anna Salisbury, Grace Salisbury, Ariya Foote, McKenna Foote, Alma Close, Paul Close, and one on the way, one brother, Dan (Barb) Luciano, of Cincinnati, and many nieces and nephews.
Rita was preceded in death by her companion of 21 years, Lester Stuck who passed away in 2021, three brothers, Donald Luciano, Joseph Luciano, and James Luciano.
Family will receive friends on Friday, July 21, 2023, from 10:00 am 11:30 am in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street, where at 11:30 am a prayer service will be held, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Noon in St. Francis of Assisi Church, with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor, as Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Bradford Area Public Library, 67 West Washington Street, Bradford, PA 16701, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105-1942, or McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford, PA, 16701.
Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
William Devella Dexter, 85, of Lawrenceville, PA, who died Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in, Myrtle Beach, SC, will be having a Celebration of Life Memorial at The Ven-You, 174 Water Tower Road, Lawrenceville, PA 16929, on Saturday, July 22nd from 2pm-5pm. Everyone is invited! Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Please come and share your memories with other friends and our family!
Gloria Jean Engstrom, 79, of Warren, PA, passed away suddenly on July 16, 2023.
She was born in Warren, Pa on February 7, 1944, the daughter of the late Thomas J. and Virginia R. (Slocum) Drayer.
Jeannie was a graduate of Warren High School. She enjoyed flowers and gardening and would spend numerous hours working outside. She loved maintaining her beautiful home, inside and out. She spent most of her time enjoying beautiful days sitting outside, and peaceful times inside with her cat Zephy, who she loved dearly.
Jeannie was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother (MeMe), who will be greatly missed.
She was a faithful member of First Lutheran Church, Warren, where she would volunteer at the annual Rummage Sale and was a member for many years of the Senior Fellowship Group.
In 1964, Jean married Robert (Bob) C. Engstrom, and they spent 57 loving years together before he passed away on October 7, 2021.
She is survived by two daughters, Kristen Koebley and husband Tom of Strasburg, PA; Ginny Falconer and husband Denny of Warren, PA; three grandchildren Sarah Koebley and fiancé Eugene of Orlando, FL; and Ellen Koebley of Orlando, FL; Jessica Falconer and Partner Julie of Warren, and one great grandchild Ivan Darling of Warren; Dear Aunt Shirley Witherell; her beloved cat Zephy; and numerous extended family members.
In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband, and two brothers.
Friends may call at the First Lutheran Church, 109 W. 3rd Ave, Warren, PA on Friday, July 21, 2023, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Memorial services will follow at 11:00 am in the church with the Rev. Jeffrey Ewing, pastor, officiating.
E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.delewisfuneralhome.com. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the First Lutheran Church, 109 W. 3rd Ave. Warren, PA, 16365. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., Warren, PA, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Lawrence W. “Larry” Feidler, 58, of Pontzer Avenue, St. Marys, PA passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 13, 2023, at his residence.
He was born March 2, 1965, in St. Marys, son of the late Leonard Feidler and Veronica Visneski Feidler, who survives. Larry was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1983.
Along with his mother, Larry is survived by four daughters: Emilee Feidler of St. Marys, Stephanie Kightlinger of North Carolina, Stacy Feidler of Pittsburgh, and Brooke Feidler of Weedville; his son; four grandchildren: Orion Morgan, Ozerra Kightlinger, Okyrie Kightlinger, and Nickolas Feidler; his sister, Theresa Hodgdon (Jim) of Daguscahonda; his brother, Vincent Feidler of North Canton, OH; and his ex-wife, Cyndi Smith of St. Marys who held and still holds their love in her heart.
Larry was an outdoor enthusiast, embracing every opportunity to be outside. He was a selfless man, always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone, including strangers. Larry had the biggest heart, loved his family and his dogs, and will be greatly missed.
There will be no visitation.
Funeral and committal services will be held privately by the family.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to Elk County Humane Society, 1029 E. Eschbach Road, St. Marys, PA 15857.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Robert Joseph Wilhelm, 77, of Coudersport, PA passed away on July 12, 2023, at his home.
Robert was born on February 1, 1946, in New London, OH, the son of the late Milton and Helen (Wideman) Wilhelm. He was the husband of the former Patricia Lee Ringwalt who preceded him in death on October 18, 2019.
Robert was a graduate of Elyria District Catholic High School, Class of 1965 and was an Army veteran, serving in Vietnam.
Robert was a Cosmetologist and owned and operated Robert Joseph Design Team Salon and Family Hair Care, Coudersport, since 1984. Robert was also a long time and loyal member of the Gospel Tabernacle, Coudersport.
Robert is survived by a son, Jon (Rachelle) Wilhelm of Coudersport; brothers, Thomas (Jan) Wilhelm of Columbus, OH; John (Becky) Wilhelm of Brooksville, FL; former daughter-in-law, Jen Ayers of Coudersport; seven grandchildren; Zachary (Joyanna) Bejmovicz, Brittini Lehman, Eva (Cody) Monroe, Nicholas Bejmovicz, Hannah (Jake) Boden, Jaxon (Haley Hess) Wilhelm, Gabriel Wilhelm, and 11 great grandchildren.
In addition to his wife and parents, Robert was preceded in death by a sister, Karen A. Thompson.
A private committal will be held in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA.
A celebration of Robert’s life will be held at the Gospel Tabernacle at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions in Robert’s name be made to the Gospel Tabernacle, 420 US 6, Coudersport, PA 16915.
The family has entrusted Robert’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport. To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
COUDERSPORT, Pa.—A memorial visitation for will be held for Evelyn Nettie Stewart Allen, 105, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, from 9am to 10am on Saturday, July 22, 2023, in the Gathering Space of St. Eulalia Catholic Church, Coudersport. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10am in St. Eulalia Catholic Church on Saturday with the Rev. Christopher Wheeler, as celebrant. Burial will be in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport.
Evelyn passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.
Evelyn entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
Leon “Skip” Peters, 62, of Greeves St. in Kane, PA passed away Friday (July 14) at UPMC-Hamot. Born in Kane on March 25, 1961, he is a son of the late Leon and Jean (Spence) Peters.
Skip had worked in Texas for several years running heavy machinery. He then returned to Kane, where he worked at Syzmanski’s Restaurant for many years.
Surviving relatives include three sisters, Deb Hayduk and Lisa Peters, both of Kane and Lori Mazzulla of Wilcox; one brother Mick Peters of Kane; a daughter Kelly (Bill) Bliss of Kane and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother Dean Peters.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
The Cummings Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Edward “Fast Eddie” F. Zarnick, 69, of 1st Lane in Hutchins, PA passed away Thursday (July 13) at UPMC-Hamot. Born July 1, 1954 in Kane, he was the son of the late Edward and Sylvia (Spetic) Zarnick.
He is survived by two sisters, Kathy (Jim) Ahlberg of Wilcox and Victoria Zarnick of Warren; three nieces, Kara (Kris) Parrish, Kristin (Matt) Dunmire, and Dana (Jonathan Johnson) Ahlberg; a nephew, Lee Zarnick; and his beloved Newfoundland dogs, Cookie and Elmer.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Germaine Zarnick.
Ed graduated from Kane High School and then from the National Hardwood School in Memphis, TN. He worked as a lumber grader for Kane Hardwood for many years and then continued grading lumber independently afterward.
He was a musician who played many string instruments, including with his nationally-touring band, the West Kane Ramblers. He was a cartoonist; an avid reader; and a lifelong fan of the Cleveland Indians and Buffalo Bills.
He was a bicyclist who logged hundreds of thousands of miles, with a goal of riding his bike in every U.S. state. He was known for riding his bicycle all over the area and for driving or walking his Newfoundland dogs around town.
Those who knew Ed couldn’t help but smile at his self-deprecating sense of humor. The world was a brighter place for having Ed in it. He will be missed tremendously by his family, his friends, his dogs, and his community.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the McKean County SPCA or Penn Highlands DuBois Hahne Cancer Center.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of services.
Reuben H. Harrington, 84, of Emporium, PA, formerly of California passed away at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, PA on Monday evening (July 17, 2023) following a brief illness. He was born September 2, 1938 in Clearfield, PA a son of the late Reuben and Evelyn Harris Harrington. He married Betty Campbell of California who survives.
Reuben lived in California for many years and worked in auto sales. He was a member of the Free Methodist Church and the Gathering Place.
In addition to his wife Betty, Reuben is survived by three daughters, Violet Sheridan, Ridgway; Margaret Woods, Emporium, PA; Teddi Ann Smith, Emporium; son, Forrest William Drake, New York; brother, Charles Harrington, Florida; along with numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Edna Harrington; a son Reuben Harrington; brother, Benny Harrington; step daughter, Diana Ross and a sister, Lois Barr.
There will be No Visitation. Memorial Service will be held at the Free Methodist Church, 240 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Mary Ann Hockey, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. 4th St., Emporium, PA 15834 to cover the final expenses.
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.
Mildred May Phillips, age 97, of Sabinsville, PA passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at Samantha’s Personal Care Home in Westfield.
Born September 14, 1925 in Fairmont, WV, she was the daughter of the late William and Florence (Wortman) Baker. On March 26, 1947 in Blacksville, WV, she married Roy W. “Bunker” Phillips, Sr. who preceded her on April 22, 1980.
She was a member of the Senior Citizens Group and a lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star No. 33 in Westfield.
Mildred enjoyed bingo, camping, bus trips, crocheting and reading. Most of all she loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by three daughters, Linda (William) Brindley of Millsboro, DE, Irene (William) Douglass of Sabinsville and June (Kenneth) May of Little Marsh; daughter in law, Cynthia Davis Phillips of Sabinsville; grandchildren, Sarah Douglass Moore of Middleburg, FL, Melita Phillips Foulkrod of Sabinsville, John (Theresa) Douglass of Columbia, SC, Steven (Danielle) May of Middlebury Center and Courtney May of Little Marsh; four great grandchildren; sister in law, Opal Phillips Hughes of Lorain, OH and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Roy W. “Buck” Phillips, Jr. and twin granddaughters, Melissa and Miranda Phillips of Fort Bliss, TX.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 222 W. Main St., Westfield on Friday from 1:00 – 2:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 2:00 PM with family friend, Melanie Warren officiating. Burial will be in Sabinsville Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Sabinsville Ambulance Association, PO Box 156, Sabinsville, PA 16943 or to the Sabinsville Cemetery Associaion, PO Box 186, Sabinsville, PA 16943. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Richard E. Mansfeld, age 68, of Knoxville, PA passed away at home on his birthday, Thursday, July 13, 2023 surrounded by family. Born
July 13, 1955 in Fountain Hill, PA, he was the son of the late Ernest F. Mansfeld and Virginia A. (Stenger) Crossley.
He resided in Hellertown and owned and operated Mansfeld Fuel Oil Co in the 80s and early 90s. At the time of his passing Rick was co-owner of E R Mansfeld, LLC; dba Walker Fuels in Quakertown, PA.
He bought his home and property in Tioga County in 1991, where he became a hobby farmer and steward of the land. Rick loved his place and the views it afforded. He a was an avid outdoorsman and had a great love for wildlife and hunting, especially whitetail deer.
Rick was a member and Past Master of Cowanesque Masonic Lodge #351.
He will forever be remembered by his friends and family for his good natured attitude and smile. Always one to love conversation, he made friends everywhere he went.
He is survived by special friend and love of his life, Susan Osti; his children, Eric R. Mansfeld of Quakertown and Elizabeth (Marie) Mansfeld of Bethlehem; granddaughters, Olivia, Alicia, and Willa Mansfeld, grandson Ezra R. Mansfeld, and sister, Denise (James) Russell of FL.
Services will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland.
Gloria Jean Engstrom, 79, of Warren, PA, passed away unexpectedly, on Sunday July 16, 2023.
Friends may call at the 1st Lutheran Church, 109 W. 3rd Ave, Warren, PA on Friday, July 21, 2023, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Memorial services will follow at 11:00 am in the church.
A complete obituary will be published when it’s available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc.
Melissa S. Kemick, 41, of 42 North Kendall Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away, Saturday, July 15, 2023, at her residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Colleen M. Cavalline, 76, passed away peacefully at home on July 15, after a four-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
She was born on March 5, 1947, in Ridgway PA, daughter to the late Eila (West) Robinson and Donald J. Robinson. She was assisted in coming into this world by her beloved late grandmother, Ellen Robinson, a retired nurse.
On June 7, 1980, she married Dave Cavalline. They just recently celebrated their 43rd anniversary.
Colleen was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, having taught Sunday School there in her younger years, and was a 1965 graduate of Ridgway High School. After working at a few offices in the area, she ended her career with many years in the business office of Elk Regional Hospital.
Her life centered around her family. Nothing brought her more joy than spending time with her children and grandchildren, and she loved having travel adventures with her husband, particularly autumn wine trips to the Finger Lakes.
She was an avid reader and was proud of having belonged to the Ridgway Library for over fifty years. One of her favorite sayings was, “So many books, so little time.” She was also a quilter. In addition to the many quilts in her home, each of her children, grandchildren, and sons-in-law was given a special quilt that she made for them.
She loved to take part in many activities, but often preferred to stay in the background, enthusiastically supporting others in the spotlight.
Besides her husband, she is survived by three children, Amy (Milford) Tremel and husband Jeff of Pittsburgh; Laura (Milford) Eagen of Deland, FL; and Tony Cavalline and husband Kyle Webster of Pittsburgh; two granddaughters, Hannah and Julia Tremel; one grandson, Connor Eagen; two sisters, Jeanne Hickey of Ludlow and Anne Robinson of Ridgway, and one brother, Joe Robinson (Marie) of Holtwood PA; as well as an extended family of in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Pat Robinson; a sister in-law, Bonnie Robinson; and two brothers in-law, Scott Hickey and Frank Caggiano.
Funeral Services for Colleen M Cavalline will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 215 Cook Ave. Ridgway, PA 15853, with Pastor Erik Hart officiating. Burial will follow at Oakmont Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at Krise Funeral Home on Friday, July 21, 2023, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Saturday, July 22, 2023, from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM
In lieu of flowers, she requested that any donations be made to the Ridgway Public Library or Bethlehem Lutheran Church.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Ermaleta “Erma” Petrick, 89, of Warren, PA, died on Monday July 17, 2023, at the Warren Manor.
She was born in Newark, Vermont, on October 17, 1933, the daughter of the late William and Geneva Rosebrook.
Ermaleta enjoyed, gardening, especially floral gardening, and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. She was a long-time member of the Warren Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Ermaleta is survived by her two sons, Mark Lascola of Waco, TX and Tim and Theresa Lascola of Warren, Pa; four step children, Cindy Duttry of Orlando, FL, Dale and Lorraine Provins of Buena Vista, PA, David and Linda Provins of Clairton, PA, and Jeanne and Edward Perozich of Martinsburg, West Virginia; four granddaughters, Andrea Lascola of Denver, CO, Nicki Lascola of Denver, CO, Regan Lascola and Amber Lascola; several step grandchildren; great grandchildren; and at least on great great grandson; sister Elizabeth Bronson of Bennington, VT.
In addition to her parents Erma was preceded in death by three husbands, Ignatius Lascola, Wallace Dale Provins, and Joe Petrick; two sons, Tony Lascola and Joe Lascola; one daughter, Lea Provins; granddaughter, Jennie Lascola; and one brother, William Rosebrook Jr.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm this Saturday, July 22, 2023, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 201 Pleasant Drive, Warren, PA, with James Peters, presiding.
E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.delewisfuneralhome.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St., Warren, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
