Obituaries

Patricia Slattery

Patricia H. Slattery, 88, of Warren, PA., died peacefully, Saturday morning, May 18, 2024. Pat was born March 12, 1936, in Emporium, PA.  She was the daughter of M. Avanel Hall.  She has resided in Warren since 1957 and had previously resided in Emporium and Clearfield, PA.  She was a 1954, graduate of Emporium High School and Clearfield Nursing School and earned her registered nursing degree from the University of Cincinnati.  She was employed with the Warren State Hospital, for 30 years, retiring September 18, 1998.  She then worked part time for insurance companies, doing physicals and blood work. 

Pat was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, the Alaskan Children’s Circle, Yarn Angel group, PARSE- at the state level and local office where she had served as Regional Vice President for 8 years.  She was also a member of PNA-Pennsylvania Nurses Association, where she was a local representative and a member of their Executive Board of Directors.  She was a member of AARP, Warren Swim Team Boosters, , Warren Music Boosters, Warren Antique Study Club where she was their Poet Laureate, Scouting programs, Breast for life program, served on the Department of Human Services Board of Directors, was a volunteer with the Warren Co. Department of Assistance.  Pat was an avid reader, enjoyed doing handcrafts, cross-stitch, crocheter, quilting and knitting.

Kenneth L. Burchell, 92, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2024 at the Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, PA. 

Born September 27, 1931, in Melrose, PA, he was a son of the late Lamont and Loretta (Thompkins) Burchell. He was married to Barbara Burchell who preceded him in death on December 10, 2016.

He worked at Larimer & Norton for several years before retiring and was a lifelong farmer.

Surviving are four daughters, Debbie Crossley, Tina Dickson and Karrie Zielinski, all of the Scranton, PA area and Tammie Lancenese, Galeton; a son, Edmond Burchell, Westfield, PA; two step-daughters, Ina Williams and Julie Schmidt; two special grandchildren, Alexis and Andrew Lancenese; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and his wife, Ken was predeceased by all of his siblings and a grandson, Austin Lancenese.

Services will be held at the family’s convenience.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton, PA.

Thomas Klink, 76, of Wilcox Rd., Wilcox, PA passed away at his residence on Friday afternoon, May 17, 2024, following a brief illness. He was born on September 20, 1947, in Ridgway, a son to the late Howard and Patricia Glover Klink. He married the former Sandra Stahli in St. Marys and she survives.
 
A lifelong resident of the area, Tom lived in Wilcox since 1999, and lived most of his life in Johnsonburg, and graduated from Johnsonburg High School. 

Tom was Catholic by faith, and was a member of the Wilcox American Legion. He loved visits at his home with friends and family and spending time with his dog Casey. 

Bonnie L. Laughlin Lechner, 95, of Johnsonburg, and formerly of St. Marys, PA past away late Thursday night, May 16, 2024, at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. Bonnie was born in Medix Run, a daughter to the late William and Linnie Irwin Laughlin. On July 1, 1950, in St. Marys, she married Leo W. Lechner. He preceded her in death on December 23, 1978. 

A resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home for the past 9 years, Bonnie had lived in Johnsonburg for 20 years and St. Marys for many years. She was a member of Shiloh Evangelical Presbyterian Church in St. Marys, she had been a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and had been the past Chief Steward of the Union at Pure Carbon Co.

Bonnie had retired from Pure Carbon after over 35 years of service.

Patricia Ann Pecora, 83, of 331 Interstate Parkway, Bradford, PA passed away in her sleep, Friday, May 17, 2024, at her residence.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

David A. KINNICUTT, 62, of Wellsville, NY, died Monday, April 29, 2024. 

 Friends may call at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service at 11:00 AM.  

Condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.

Cindy M. GREELEY, 67, of Coudersport, PA, died Friday, November 24, 2023.  

A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, May 18, 2024 in Forest Hill Cemetery, Austin.  

Condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfousthome.com.

Gregory “Greg” Hall was born on October 15^th, 1948, in Coudersport, to Leslie “Jake” and Helen Hall. He spent his childhood days with his sister Judy and brother Larry playing on the streets of Rubbertown, hunting at Andrew Settlement, camping at Kenzua, snowmobiling at the club and developing his love for Fly Fishing on Lyman Run. 

After graduating from Coudersport High School, Greg went to Cleveland where he earned his business degree and then started a career in management of retail stores and store fixtures.  He moved to Boston to continue his career and met his best friend for life Bill Narva. 

On a work trip to Steubenville, OH in 1977, he met the love of his life, Eileen Kelly Hall, while opening two retail stores.  They dated long-distance for 3 years, got engaged in Switzerland and then married in 1980 in the Pocono Mountains.   They welcomed the next two loves of his life, their children Kate and Jake, in the early eighties.  Greg and Kelly raised them in Granby, Connecticut and then York, Pennsylvania. 

He was dedicated to his career in all parts of the industry – from building and designing to production and delivery.  He retired in 2016. 

Travis L. Kinnicutt:  Loving Father, Brother, and Companion

Travis L. Kinnicutt, 40, of 1120 Steam Valley Road, Olean, NY passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Olean General Hospital.

Born on July 8, 1983, in Olean, he was a son of Lloyd B. and Theresa Auman Kinnicutt. 

Travis went to Bolivar-Richburg Central School.

He was a twelve-year member of the Richburg Volunteer Fire Company and was currently serving as the First Assistant Chief.  He always enjoyed the water sport competitions at the annual conventions and was currently undefeated. 

Travis loved being a fireman, but also enjoyed hunting, riding UTV, and always went out of his way to help people.  He loved spending time with his children and family and was a devoted father and stepfather.

He is survived by

Dirk D. Kio

PORT ALLEGANY- Dirk D. Kio, 73, of Two Mile Rd., passed away Wednesday (May 15, 2024) in UPMC Hamot, Erie, PA. 

     Born October 5, 1950 in Port Allegany, he was a son of Clifford L. and Gertrude Milgate Kio. On April 1, 1972, in Port Allegany, he married Crystal M. Walker, who survives. They were married 52 years.

    Dirk was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 1968. 

    He was employed with Laborer Union Local 603 of Erie Pa, and worked with IA Construction for 36 years, and retired with 40 years of service in 2008.

     Dirk was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed playing horseshoes and hunting.

     Surviving in addition to his wife, Crystal “Cris”, is a daughter, Melissa M. (Phillip Hinkle) Kio of Fayetteville, PA; a son, David S. (Emily) Kio of Smethport; four grandchildren: Jake Vicic, Hoyt Kio, Vic Kio, Alicia Henson; two brothers, Rex Kio of Columbia, PA, Track (Leslie) Kio of Port Allegany; two sisters, Gwen (John) Como of Moorisville, NC. Cori (Karl Grupp) Kio of Port Allegany; and several nieces and nephews.

     He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Mark Kio, who died 7/24/79, and a sister-in-law, Celia Kio.

     Friends will be received from 4-8 pm. Saturday in the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday (May 19, 2024) with Dallas Kio, officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.

    Memorials can be made to the Port Area Ambulance Service.

    Condolences can be made to:  Cris M. Kio, 18 Two Mile Rd., Port Allegany, PA 16743

Howard L. Stives June 10, 1949 – May 17, 2024

Howard L. Stives, 74, of Wellsville, NY, passed away on May 17^,  2024, surrounded by family and friends. 

Howard was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved the sport of stockcar racing.  He worked for Mastel Ford in Olean as a mechanic for many years prior to his retirement.

He was the beloved husband of the late Rita (nee Bast) Stives. Dearest Father of Howard Stives Jr., Tracy (David) Kozlowski, and Jennifer (Arturo Ross) Stives and stepfather of Tonya Skiver. Loving grandfather of Madison and Michael Kozlowski, Torry Stives, and Damani, Trevor and Asia’na Crolle; Loving brother of Terry (Connie) Stives and brother-in-law to Leland Winchell Sr. Uncle to Leland, Jr. and Charles Winchell, Brandy and Danny (Jenny Dahill) Stives

Howard was predeceased by his parents Samuel and Betty Stives and sister Nancy Winchell.

There will be no services, a private interment will be held at the Maple Grove Cemetery at a later date.

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

William E. “Bill” FLAMINI, 69, of Westfield, PA, died Wednesday, May 15, 2024 in UPMC Soldiers & Sailors, Wellsboro.

Born May 30, 1954, in Wellsville, NY, he was the son of Victor and Anne Schrader Flamini. On June 14, 1980, in Ulysses, he married the former Valerie A. Young, who survives.

A graduate of Whitesville Central School, he attended BOCES for electrical.  He was employed by Dick English Construction, SDS, Bi-Con, Wade’s Concrete, and Kibbe’s Concrete.  Bill was an avid NASCAR and Buffalo Bills fan.  

At family gatherings, Bill enjoyed food and fellowship.  He was the first one at the table and the last one to leave.  He loved cruises, ATV rides, card nights, and going to the casino.  

Gilbert W Mitchell, 82, of Hazelwood, Missouri, formerly of Emporium, PA, passed away on Wednesday (May 1, 2024) at his home in Hazelwood. He was born December 23, 1941 in Newport, Perry County, PA a son of the late Gilbert and Harriet Leonard Mitchell.

Gilbert graduated from Cameron County High School in 1959. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University and went on to Boeing where he worked as an engineer for many years until his retirement. Gilbert enjoyed hunting, fishing, electronics, genealogy, and collecting model cars.

Sally R. Citro

    Sally R. Citro, 86, of Liberty Street, Warren, PA passed away Wednesday (May 15, 2024) at UPMC Hamot.

    Born April 10, 1938, in Kane, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Helen Carlson Keneske.  On September 26, 1960, in California, she married Alfred A. Citro who preceded her in death after 62 years of marriage.

    Sally worked for Eastern Airlines from 1957-1959. She had been employed by Martin Marietta from 1959-1960 and later worked at Sperry Gyroscope.  She was the president of Fuschicho Trading and B&D Enterprise until her retirement. Sally enjoyed gardening and painting.

Delores M. Broscious         

SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Delores M. “Dee” Broscious, 70, of Shinglehouse, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, NY, with her loving family by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer.

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.

Delores A. Dippold, 96, a lifetime resident of St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at her home.

She was born October 14, 1927, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Edward and Emma Blessel Brennan. 

On September 30, 1950, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Delores married the late Victor J. Dippold, who preceded her in death.

Sharon L. FULLER, 73, of Boynton Beach, FL, formerly of Wellsville, NY, died Friday, December 29, 2023 in Boynton Beach.  Born August 22, 1950, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Carl L. and Bernice Anne Gavitt Fuller. 

A 1968 graduate of Wellsville High School, she studied criminal justice at Monroe Community College.  In Wellsville, she married Rod Dodson, who survives.  

She was employed as a deputy by the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Department in Boynton Beach. 

Fayetteville, NC—Gloria Ann Press Nelson-Lamont passed away Monday, May 13, 2024 at her home in Fayetteville, NC after a lengthy illness.

Born September 2^nd, 1952 in Olean , New York, she was a daughter of Richard and Phyllis Coleman and John Press.

She was a 1970 graduate of Smethport Jr-Sr High School.

She went on to complete her LPN at St. Francis School of Nursing in Olean, New York in 1982 and received her Associates of Science in Nursing at JCC, Olean Campus in 1993.

Throughout her career, she worked OBGYN nurse, first at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital and after relocating, she worked at Highsmith Rainey in Fayetteville, NC.

Her career change took her to travel nursing where she worked in South Carolina and Womack Army Base. Her final change in career paths took her to work as Dialysis nurse for Fresenius in Acute Dialysis at Cape Fear Valley in Fayetteville, NC. Gloria retired in 2017. She enjoyed pastimes of Diamond Art, crochet, reading and trips to the beach.

She leaves behind to carry on her legacy

Eva Marlene Thompson, 92, formerly of 12 South 4th Street, Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Chapel Ridge.

Born November 30, 1931, in Crosby, she was a daughter of the late Orlin and Jennie (Huff) McClenehan. She was a 1950 graduate of Otto Eldred High School.

On June 2, 1953, in the Derrick City United Methodist Church, she married Robert L. Thompson, who preceded her in death on September 4, 2005. Mrs. Thompson was employed for many years as a cafeteria worker in the Bradford Area School District.

She was a member of Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, Community Outreach, 50 Plus Group, and the Bradford Ecumenical Home Auxiliary. When her daughters were young, she was a Leader for Girl Scouts.

Donald L. Stratton, age 87, of Lawrenceville, PA passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Broad Acres Nursing Home in Wellsboro.

Born November 25, 1936 in Charleston Twp., he was the son of the late Louis and Hedwig (Anderson) Stratton. Don served in the US Army and retired in 1998 from Corning Glass, Inc. He married Roberta (Brennan) on July 2, 1976 and they shared 42 years together until her passing on Jan. 31, 2019.

Don was a member of the Vikings Lodge in Jamestown, NY and the Wellsboro and Elkland Moose Lodge, where he served as secretary for both and received his Pilgrims Degree in 1984. He loved reading, doing puzzles, being outside and mowing his lawn.

Rosemary M. Mattiuz, 85, of Hayes Road, Kersey, PA passed away peacefully at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh on Sunday, May 12, 2024 following complications of a stroke.

She was born on May 5, 1939 in Kersey, a daughter of the late Francis and Helen Dietz Gahr. On October 27, 1990, in St. Boniface Church, she married Ernest “Ernie” Mattiuz, who survives. Together they shared nearly 34 years of love, laughter, and marriage.

Rosemary was a lifelong member of St. Boniface Church and was a beloved member of the Kersey community.  She graduated from Kersey High School, class of 1957, and over the years worked at Stackpole Carbon Company and Thrift Drug.  Throughout her life, Rosemary was very active and involved with the Elk County Farm Bureau, where she served for many years as the newsletter editor and county information director.  She was the last original founding member of the Elk County Fair and had served as their secretary for more than 20 years. Some of her other accomplishments included the Fox Township Citizen of the Year Award, 1980 American Legion Meritorious Service Award, and Elk County Farmer of the Year Award in 2007.

Julianne Costanzo, 91, of 510 Fourth Ave., Johnsonburg, PA passed away late Monday night, May 13, 2024, at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, following a brief illness. She was born August 17, 1932, in Johnsonburg, a daughter to the late Joseph and Rose Nicolazzo Costanzo. 

Growing up in Johnsonburg, Julianne was a graduate of Johnsonburg High School, Class of 1950. Julianne worked for Stackpole Corporation in Johnsonburg after high school and moved to Farmville, VA when the company moved operations there. She then moved to Raleigh, NC to work for Electroswitch, where she worked as the HR manager for 30 years, retiring in 2000 and returned home to Johnsonburg. 

Julianne Costanzo, 91, of 510 Fourth Ave., Johnsonburg, passed away late Monday night, May 13, 2024, at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, following a brief illness. She was born August 17, 1932, in Johnsonburg, a daughter to the late Joseph and Rose Nicolazzo Costanzo. 

Growing up in Johnsonburg, Julianne was a graduate of Johnsonburg High School, Class of 1950. Julianne worked for Stackpole Corporation in Johnsonburg after high school and moved to Farmville, VA when the company moved operations there. She then moved to Raleigh, NC to work for Electroswitch, where she worked as the HR manager for 30 years, retiring in 2000 and returned home to Johnsonburg. 

Julianne was a member of Holy Rosary Church and the Johnsonburg Senior Center where she had been a volunteer to deliver Meals-On-Wheels. Julianne was a loving aunt to all her many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews and her cat Tommy. She was also an avid reader and loved to travel.

Julianne is survived by her nieces and nephews; Donna and Fran Dunworth, Michael and Jennifer Costanzo, Jeff and Jenny Costanzo, Lorraine Walley, Frank and Martha Condino, Dane and Vicki Condino, Linda Dietrick, James Parrish, Cassie and Bud Pitzer, Rosie and Hanz Bierwagon, Valerie and Ben Lepko and Amy Kline and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

In addition to her parents, Julianne is predeceased by her brothers Michael and Frank “Jolly” Costanzo and sisters Rose Condino and Mary Parrish and a nephew Joseph Costanzo. 

A Mass of Christian Burial for Julianne Costanzo will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, on Saturday May 18, 2024 at 10:30 AM with Fr. David Wilson, pastor, as celebrant. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery. 

Friends will be received at the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Chapel on Saturday morning from 9 to 10 AM.

If desired, memorial contributions in her name should be made to Ridgway Animal Haven, 20 Rocky Top Rd., Ridgway, PA 15853 or to Holy Rosary Church, 606 Penn St., Johnsonburg, PA 15845.

Margaret F. “Peg” Confer, 87, of 44 Sanford Street, Bradford, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. 

Born November 8, 1936, in Corapolis, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret (O’Rielly) Manion. She was a 1954 graduate of St. Francis de Sales High School in McKees Rocks.

On June 16, 1954, in Corapolis, she married George E. Confer who preceded her in death on December 5, 2001. 

Peg was employed at Bradford High School and worked in the cafeteria, and retired in 1994, after 30 years of service.

She was a member of St. Bernard Church.  

Austin Michael Sayers, infant, of Bradford, PA passed away May 10, 2024, at Olean General Hospital.

He was the son of Aaron M. Sayers and Angela F. Taylor.

Surviving in addition to his parents are four sisters, Kylie, Savanna, Elaina, and Sadie, and one brother Lucas. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Evan and Carter.

There will be no public services observed. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com