Chinyu Victoria Liang, 75, of 730 Bower Hill Road, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023 at St. Clair Hospital.
Born June 28, 1948 in Taiwan as a single daughter, she was raised by her adopted grandmother throughout her childhood. She was an exceptional student throughout her life. Due to being the top student in her high school, she was able to attend National Taiwan University, the most prestigious college in Taiwan, without taking the entrance examination.
She graduated from National Taiwan University in 1970 and then immigrated to the United States to attend graduate school at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master’s Degree in Chemistry on December 23, 1971.
At the University of Michigan, during graduate school, she met Zao Shon Liang, whom she married on January 12, 1972 in Ann Arbor, MI. They had a first daughter, Lillian, in 1975. They then moved to Bradford, PA around 1976 for Zao Shon’s pharmacy job. Subsequently, they had two twin daughters, Kimberly and Kelly, in 1979.
She had a passion for cooking and enjoyed preparing food for the family throughout her life. She took great joy in cooking Chinese dishes and snacks. She was a homemaker most of her life, with the exception of a short time working as a chemist at Zippo refinery in Bradford, PA.
She moved to Asbury Villas assisted living home in June 2020. She was well-liked by fellow residents there and the nursing staff who cared for her until her passing.
She is survived by her three children, Dr. Lillian Liang Emlet of Mars, PA, Drs. Kimberly Penny Liang and Kelly Victoria Liang of Kansas City, KS; a granddaughter, Caitlin Grace Emlet of Mars, PA; a brother-in-law, James T. (Sue) Liang, of Cleveland, OH; and some extended family members in Taiwan.
Family and friends welcome Thursday 2-4 pm WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp 15220 where a service will be held Thursday 3:00 pm. Private burial in Willow Dale cemetery in Bradford, PA.
Cindy L. Tomlinson, 53, of Bradford, PA passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023 at her home.
She was born on November 25, 1969 in Westminster, MD; the daughter of George and Linda Kidd Day.
Cindy deeply loved her family and friends and was fiercely protective of them. She was the cornerstone of a family that stretched beyond blood and her greatest joy in her life was her grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking from her large collection of cookbooks and making sure everyone was well fed. She also had a lifelong passion for cars starting with her first car; a classic Chevelle she owned when she was a teenager, but she loved the Ford Mustang more than anything else. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.
She is survived by her children, Heather Gilbert of Bradford, Sabrina (Derek) Barrett of Lewis Run, Paul True, Jewels Frontino, Jonathon (Michelle) Ridenour and Patty Miles all of Bradford; one brother, Jeffrey (Tara Hensley) Day of Bradford; four grandchildren, Roland Robinson, Alistar Robinson, Evelyn Barrett and Echo Mitchell, one great granddaughter, Naylia Renner and her longtime companion, Scott Keller of Bradford.
In addition to her parents; she was also preceded in death by her ex-husband, Kenneth “Truck” Smith.
A celebration of her life will be held at the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc. at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in her memory can be made to No Feline Left Behind, P.O. Box 783, Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Elizabeth “Betty” Hagen, 77, of Emporium, PA passed away at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday evening (June 29, 2023). She was born December 30, 1945 in Renovo, PA a daughter of the late Earl and Olga Mihalik Bruno. In St. Joseph Catholic Church, Renovo, PA she married the late Joseph C. Hagen.
Betty graduated from St. Joseph High School, Renovo, PA and from Lock Haven State University. She retired from Cameron County High School where she taught school for over twenty-four years.
She is survived by a niece, Jeanna Bryan, New Port Richey, Florida and a nephew Robert Bruno.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.
There will be No Visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.
Burial will be in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Hyner, PA
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department, 419 N. Broad St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Cameron County Ambulance Service, 299 E. Second St., Emporium, PA 15834
Stephen G. Winston, 65, of Emporium, PA passed away at his residence on Thursday morning (June 29, 2023). He was born December 1, 1957, in North Tonawanda, New York a son of Izola M. “Terry” McIsaac Winston, Westmont, Illinois, and the late Robert J. Winston.
Stephen enlisted in the US Army in 1975 and while in the service he served in Germany as an air traffic controller.
Stephen was a talented musician and stained glass artist. He sang with the Methodist church choir. He loved bicycling, kayaking, and cross-country skiing. Stephen was also a member of the American Legion Post 194 in Emporium and the Cameron County VFW.
He is survived by three daughters, Faith Winston and Jessica Winston, both of Germany; and Becky Pruitt (Taylor), Arizona; four grandchildren: Wesley, Caroline, Lucy, and Jameson Pruitt; brother, Hubert “Huw” Winston (Julie), Westmont, IL.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Winston, and a brother, David Winston.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date. There will be no visitation.
Barry R. Stauffer, 87, of West Warren Road, Bradford, PA passed away unexpectedly, Friday, June 30, 2023, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born July 8, 1935, in Zelienople, he was a son of the late Ira and Ethel (Powell) Stauffer.
Barry was a 1953 graduate of Butler High School. After high school he worked at Western Union.
On November 30, 1957, in Rochester PA, he married Joyce E. (Bittner) Stauffer who survives.
After high school he worked at Western Union until he was drafted into the United States Army in 1958. He was honorably discharged in 1960, he returned to Bradford with his wife and resumed employment at Western Union. He joined Surgical Associates, where he was the Office Manager and Treasurer for the corporation. He retired after 26 years of service.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, twice past master ofthe Bradford Union Lodge 749 F&AM, member of the Coudersport Consistory, member, past board member and former President of the Pine Acres Country Club, member and past board member of Bradford Lions Club, member of the Smethport Country Club as well as the Miles Grant Country Club in Stuart, Fl, where he recorded three hole-in ones.
Surviving in addition to his wife Joyce, of 65 years, are two sons, Kirk(Teena) Stauffer, and Keith (Mary Anne) Stauffer, all of Bradford, five grandchildren, Joshua (McKenzie) Stauffer, Steffani Stauffer, Samantha Stauffer, Brittany Hopfenspirger, and Brianna Stauffer, four great grandchildren, Tayler, Tatum, Teegan, Carter, one sister, Elizabeth Jackson, of Cockeysville, MD, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Kent W. Stauffer who died April 20, 2020, one brother Chester Stauffer, and one sister, Donna Lou Knause.
Family will receive friends on Friday July 7, 2023, from Noon to 2:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Avenue, followed by funeral services with Fr. Jim Gutting, Associate Pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating. Burial will follow in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Members of the Masonic Lodge 749 will conduct a service at 12:15 pm at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Ashley Booth-Griffin CARE for Children, PO Box 616, Bradford PA 16701, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Robert Daniel (Bob) Sokolski passed peacefully in his home on Friday June 30th, 2023, at the age of 90. Born in Flushing, Queens, New York, March 7, 1933, Bob went to The Bronx School of Science High School and then on to Dartmouth College. It was at Dartmouth Bob, met his best and lifelong friend Hal Conarro. Hal will tell you one of the smartest decisions he ever made in life was to convince Bob to move to Warren, PA and become lifelong business partners in 1960. Over the next several years Bob and Hal developed several business ventures including the Abadaba Ice Cream Stand, Sparky’s Finer Diner, the Whirley Wash Laundromats, and Sparkle Car Wash eventually owning and operating 7-coin operated laundry mats and car washes. Whirley began manufacturing automated car wash equipment and ultimately established Whirley Industries. As Dustin Hoffman learned in the movie “The Graduate”, the future was in plastics. Bob and Hal created a global company with numerous successful products including the push button salt and pepper shaker, moo cow creamer, dashboard mounted travel mug and many other products which are marketed to the Convenience Store Industry, Theme Parks including Walt Disney World, Six Flags, Universal Studios, Sea World, and many others. Bob and Hal pioneered the first refill travel mug and Whirley’s strength on refills still grows to this day because of this revolutionary concept. Today Whirley Industries employs over 400 TeamMates and has products sold in over 30 countries.
Immediately following college, Bob served in the U.S. Army Ordinance Corps in the Korean War attaining the rank of Captain, at the completion of his military service in 1954. He spoke proudly of helping to keep peace and restore order in the war- torn country.
Following his tour of duty in Korea and discharge from the Army, Bob was introduced to his future wife and lifelong partner Sally Plumb Sokolski (thanks to Hal Conarro). Their marriage was a true partnership and they always “spoke with one voice” in the parenting of their 3 children and all major decisions they faced. Bob and Sally are now re-united in heaven and looking down with peace and love to all. Bob and Sally always put philanthropy as a top priority. Their fingerprints and heart and soul are found in over 100 nonprofits throughout Warren County including Warren County United Fund, Warren County YMCA, Salvation Army, A Safe Place, Hospice, Paws Along the River, Allegheny Valley Veterans Center, Casa, Association for the Recovery of Children, Caring For Life, Children’s Advocacy Center, Crary Art Gallery, Family Services of Warren County, Jefferson Defrees Family Center, Robert Jackson Center, Ruth M. Smith Center, Struthers Library Theatre, Warren County Library. Philanthropy came in both monies, donated to help with operations but also with lifelong coaching and mentoring to truly make numerous non-profit entities sustain and achieve greater results.
Bob served on numerous boards including Warren General Hospital (past president), Warren County YMCA (past president), Audubon Center, Allegheny Valley Veterans Center, Conewango Valley Country Club, Conewango Club, Warren County Chamber of Business & Industry, and many others. Bob always focused on helping others improve and achieve their very best in all aspects of life.
In addition to his philanthropic interests, Bob attained Life Master in Bridge, was a 50-year member of the Warren Shakespeare Club, was the longest tenured member of the Conewango Club. Bob was also a member of the Conewango Investment Club, Conewango Paddle Tennis Group, and the Conewango Valley Country Club where he “tolerated” golf.
Bob is now re-united with his wife and most trusted friend and partner Sally. They were married for 55 years until Sally’s passing in 2011. Bob is survived by his 3 children: Andrew and his wife Michele and six grandchildren Zach, Emily (plus 2 great grandchildren Clover and Arthur), William, Sara, Edward, and Joseph; Lincoln and his wife Salsa and two grandchildren, Lincoln Nathaniel, and Oliver; Elizabeth Sokolski Deambrosio and her husband Juan (Cao) and three grandchildren, Gabriela, Juan (Nicolas) and Alejandra. Nothing made Bob happier than to spend time with his grandchildren and coach / mentor them in their business careers and life in general. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, W.T. (Tim) Cashman of Wilmington, DE.,
Hal and Mary Conarro and their 5 children are particularly acknowledged as 73-year extended family friends and business partners.
In addition to his wife, Sally, Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Letecia Lynch Sokolski and Nathaniel M. Sokolski, his stepmother, Josephine Sokolski, a sister, Carol Plotkin and her husband, Arthur, a sister-in-law, Diana Chambers Plumb Cashman.
A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at 10 AM with Rev. Lee Beckes, Interim Pastor, officiating, followed by a celebration of life and reception at the Conewango Club.
E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.delewisfuneralhome.com
Caleb Elias Goforth, 43, of Elkland, Pennsylvania passed suddenly on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
Caleb was born in Renton, Washington on November 21, 1979, the day before Thanksgiving. Caleb moved with his family to Wellsboro, Pennsylvania in March 1989. He graduated from Wellsboro Area High School in June of 1998 and then after a short jaunt to Seattle, he joined the Marines.
He fought in Iraq and came home. He went to college in Indiana, PA and worked as a diesel mechanic for Genesee & Wyoming Railroad.
Caleb married Madeleine Hodge in 2017, cared greatly for his stepson, Alex, and completed his family with the arrival of his daughter, Peyton Camille.
Caleb was proud of his service in the Marines and greatly enjoyed working for the railroad. He enjoyed playing pool with the leagues, riding his dirt bike and golfing. At family gatherings, we could count on Caleb to keep the fire going. He liked creating a fireworks show and was absolutely the best at it.
Caleb is survived by his wife, Madeleine, his stepson, Alex and his daughter, Peyton. He is also survived by his parents, Renee and Karl Hider, his sisters: Alexis (Lon) Savini; Poppy (Jared) Breining and Jessi Hider, and his brothers: Silas Goforth and Wesley (Cat) Hider; his many nieces and nephews, his maternal grandparents, Clyde & Theo Derting, his many aunts and uncles and cousins both here and out West, his grandmother, Kathleen Hider, as well as his wife’s grandparents: Jerry and Susan Metzler, whom he loved. He is also survived by his biological father, Herschel Goforth, his Aunt Nancey and his Uncle Jerry.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Caleb’s life from 1-3pm Saturday, July 8, 2023 at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, followed by military honors at 3pm.
Alice Nielson Steis, 96 years old, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 30, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family.
Born June 12, 1927 to the late Walter and Margaret Nielson at their home in Johnsonburg PA, she graduated from Johnsonburg High School in 1945, where she was class president and head cheerleader.
Employed in the office of Pure Carbon Company where she met the love of her life, Harry (Hal) Steis who had recently returned home from the Navy. Married in 1949 in Johnsonburg Methodist Church, they were married for 62 years until Hal’s passing. Hal built a home on Taft Road in 1952, the first home on that road, were they raised their five children.
Active in her local Methodist Church, she held many different offices including financial secretary for over 50 years. With the help of her church family, she collected and delivered thousands of stuffed animals to a summer camp near Eldrid for inner city young children over a period of 14 years. She also shopped for Elk Haven residents until Covid and as she put it ” I enjoyed shopping for the old people.” Many people may remember her as the hostess for the local merchants’ Welcome Wagon program for new residents during the 1960s and 70s.
Alice is preceded in death by sisters Dorothy and Jean; three brothers, Walter, Robert, and Donald Neilson, granddaughter, Abby Horchen, and grandson, Ryan Steis.
She is survived by three daughters; Janet (Ron) Fiele, Sharon (Michael) Herzing, Laura (James) Horchen; two sons, Dr. Robert (fiancée Angela) Steis, Roger (Doreen) Steis; nine grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service for Alice L. Steis will be held at the St. Marys Methodist Church pavilion at a later date.
Memorials Contributions mav be made to the St. Marys Methodist Church.
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.lynchgreenfuneral.com
Gerald “Jake” Hallock, 72, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023, at UPMC Soldiers and Sailors in Wellsboro.
He was born February 7, 1951, in Bradford, PA to Charles Marion and Freida (Deivert) Hallock.
Jake graduated from Wellsboro High School in the class of 1969. He was a manager for Cisco Systems, Inc.
He thoroughly enjoyed life, was an avid motorcyclist and enjoyed walking through Wellsboro with his friend Geoff Coffee. He was a sports enthusiast and coached baseball, basketball, and football, and loved playing ball himself, the competition, the companionship, his teammates and his friends. A favorite pastime was smoking cigars and drinking bourbon, especially on the beach.
Jake is survived by his mother: Freida Cox; two sons: Jacob Hallock (Sarah) of Littleton, CO, and Josh Hallock of Tioga; a daughter: Heather Covert (Lance) of Wellsboro; six grandchildren; a great-grandchild; two brothers: Roger and Jeff Hallock; and a sister: Kathy O’Neal. He was preceded in death by his father and a son: Luke Hallock.
His family will hold a memorial service at a later date.
Those wishing to make a donation in his memory are encouraged to remember the Second Chance Animal Rescue, 725 Gee Rd, Tioga, PA 16946. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Lois Jane Piecuch, age 84, of Osceola, PA passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Sheila’s Care Home in Mansfield, PA.
Born in Wellsboro, PA on November 21, 1938, she was a daughter to the late Ralph Earl and Blanche Howe (VanDusen) Mattison.
Lois married Edmond F. Piecuch and they were together for several years until his passing in March 1980.
She worked in the Cost department at Ingersoll-Rand which became Dresser-Rand and retired after 42 years. Lois was a member of the Osceola United Methodist Church; where she was the secretary for a few years, she was also a part of the United Methodist Women and she sang in the choir when the church had one.
She enjoyed horseback riding, camping, and boating on the lake. Lois also loved to travel when she was able to; she has visited every state and even a handful of countries like Australia and Switzerland. She had 2 beloved dogs, Lady and Dina, and several kittens throughout her life that she loved spending time with.
Lois is survived by her brother, Ralph Van (Mary) Mattison; nieces, JoAnna Mattison, Vanya (Greg) VanGorden, and Dawn Mattison; nephew, Mark Len Mattison(Amanda); great nieces, Janice VanGorden, Rihonna Mattison and Dianna Abbott; great nephews, Adam Abbott, Maddox Mattison, and Josh Abbott; great-great nephews, Alexander and Christopher Fuheur; and her friends at the Osceola United Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by both her parents; her husband Ed; and brother, Len Jay Mattison.
Private services will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations can be made to the Osceola United Methodist Church, 207 Holden St, Osceola, PA 16942. Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc., www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
Shirley J. BELL, 65, of Westfield, PA, died Friday, June 30, 2023 in her home.
Born March 24, 1958, in Blossburg, she was the daughter of Benjamin and Effie Ruby Weeks Swan. She was married to Pamela M. Welch, who survives.
A member of Galeton Area High School class of 1976, she was employed by Truck-Lite in Wellsboro, Guthrie in Wellsboro, and NexTier in Mansfield.
Shirley enjoyed woodworking, camping, and making bonfires. She was known for her funny shenanigans.
Surviving besides her wife, Pam, are: two daughters, Kelly (Gene) Moody of Plumas Lake, CA and Betty Dent of Westfield; two step-sons, Zach (Kelly) Robinson and Zane Robinson, both of Pittsburgh; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Delbert (Peg) Swan of Elkland and Alvin (Denise) Swan of Westfield; two sisters, Frances (Al) Salvage of Auburn, NY and Beatrice Quiggle of Warren; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by two brothers, Elwood Weeks and Benjamin Weeks; and three sisters, infant Dorothy Swan, Clara Swan, and Ellen Emily Tillinghast.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Monday, July 3, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, with a remembrance time following at 4:00 PM.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
GENESEE, Pa.—Barbara L. Freed, 86, a longtime resident of Genesee, passed away at her daughter’s home in Emmaus, with her loving family by her side, on Wednesday, June 28, 2023.
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.
Dorothy M. Hoffman, 88, of Allentown, PA, died on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
She was born August 11, 1934, to Bertha T. (Schwabenbauer) and Joseph E. Riddle, in St. Marys, PA. She received her education in the local Catholic schools and graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1952. She worked at St. Marys Insurance Agency after high school.
She married Melvin J. Hoffman of St. Marys on August 5, 1961. The couple moved to the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania and raised three daughters in Bethlehem. The marriage later ended in divorce.
Jean K. Everett, 97, of 1 Parkway Lane Bradford, PA passed away June 29, 2023.
Born September 7, 1925, in Scranton, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Margaret (McGrail) Kingdom.
On April 30, 1949, in Scranton, she married the late Homer M. Everett who passed away, August 23, 2012. They moved to Bradford in 1962.
Jean was a 1943 graduate of Scranton Central High School and a 1946 graduate of Lackawanna Business College in Scranton. She also attended Temple University at the Scranton Campus.
From 1951 to 1952 she was employed as an Executive Secretary at the Scranton Campus of Temple University. From 1963 to 1974 she was a Welcome Wagon hostess and supervisor for the local area. From 1974 until her retirement in 1987 she was an Executive Secretary at Dresser Manufacturing.
Jean was a member of St. Bernards Church, Catholic Women’s Club, Current Events Club, and Zonta Club. She was a past board member and volunteer at the American Cancer Society, a volunteer at BRMC Auxiliary, and an auxiliary member of NARF.
Surviving are two daughters, Carol Sanders, of Petaluma, CA, and Teri (Mike Tominez) Everett, of Olean NY, one son, Mark Everett, of Palm Harbor, FL, one daughter-in-law, Connie Everett, of Palm Harbor FL; seven grandchildren, Ryan Smith, Josh Hainz, Megan Le, Bo Everett, Hannah Everett, Jaime Everett, and Alison Hernandez; five great grandchildren, Jaiden Hainz, Hayden Hernandez, Hudson Hernandez, Zachary Everett, Kennedy Le.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Homer, one son, Kyle Everett, one daughter-in-law, Sandy Everett, and one sister, Marie Evans.
Family will be receiving friends on Friday July 7, 2023, from 11:00 am to Noon at St. Bernard Church followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Noon with Rev. John Jacquel, pastor as Celebrant. Entombment will be in St. Bernard Mausoleum.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to St. Bernard Building Fund, PO Box 2394, Bradford, PA 16701, or the charity of the donor’s choice.
Shirley J. BELL, 65, of Westfield, PA, died Friday, June 30, 2023 in her home.
A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
William O. Woodring, 83, of 101 Hedgehog Lane, Bradford, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023, at the Bradford Manor.
Born on April 29, 1940, in Bradford, he was the son of the late Oliver William and Hazel Ann (Cooper) Woodring.
Bill was a 1958 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On September 14, 1968, in Cyclone, he married Carol I. (Ishman) Woodring who survives.
He worked for New Bethlehem Burial. In 1966 he began working in various capacities at Kendall Refining, Witco, and American Refining Company. He retired in 2001 as Fire and Safety Supervisor.
Bill was a member and Past Master of Bradford Union Lodge 749 F&AM, and he was secretary for 40 years. He was a member of the McKean County Shrine Club, he drove cars in the Shriners Parades for 30 years. He was a member of the Zem Zem Shrine in Erie, a 32nd Degree member of the Coudersport Consistory, a former member of the Hilltop Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of Evans Memorial United Methodist Church.
Surviving is his wife Carol, of 54 years, one daughter, Michelle (Timothy) Flynn, of Bradford, two grandchildren, Andrew (Vicky Lopez Mideros) Flynn and Dawn Flynn, and one great granddaughter, Abigail Flynn Lopez.
Family will receive friends on Monday, July 3, 2023, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue. At 12:45 pm members of the Masonic Lodge #749 will conduct a Masonic service. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm with Rev. Jay Tennies, pastor of the Evans Memorial United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to Shriner’s Crippled Children Hospital, 1645 8th St., Erie, PA 16505, McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford, Pa 16701, or the charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Gordon F. “Gordie” Gee, 83, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Thursday June 29, 2023, at home surrounded by family.
He was born October 1, 1939, in Sayre, PA, to Frederick F. and Gertrude (Lewis) Gee. Gordie graduated from Wellsboro High School and earned an associate degree from Williamsport Area Community College. On November 25, 1965, he married Mary R. Batcher.
He retired from Dresser Manufacturing in Wellsboro. Gordie was a member of the Hillside Rod and Gun Club and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with Kamren.
Gordon is survived by two sons: William B. Gee (Mary Kay) of Wellsboro and Scott A. Gee (Kelly) of Troy; a daughter: Amy J. Kull (Michael) of Pottsville, PA; three grandchildren: Kamren James Gee, Daina Dawes, and Derek Carnright; adopted grandchildren and great-grandchildren Melissa Warden and children Aaden, McKenzie, and Levi; and a special friend: Sally Grega of Wellsboro.
He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Gordie’s life from: 1-2pm Monday, July 3, 2023, at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA with a service to follow at 2pm in the funeral home.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Second Chance, 725 Gee Road, Tioga, PA 16946. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Antoinette G. “Toni” “Ommie” Black, 67, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at her home. Born June 12, 1956 in Taylor, PA, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Carmella (Bargarmino) Youells. Toni was a graduate of Riverside High School in Taylor, PA and went on to be a nurse at various nursing homes in that area.
She loved baking and doing origami. Surviving are a son, Michael (Christina) Black, Scranton, PA; a daughter, Jessica Black, Galeton; five grandchildren, Daniel and Samuel Lock, Galeton, and Claire, Corinne and Charles Black, Scranton; and a sister, Sheila Reviello, Scranton.
Friends may call on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 from 10:30-11:00am at the Pine Creek Valley United Methodist Church, Gaines, PA. A Memorial Service will follow at 11:00am with the Rev. Frank Billman officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton.
Helena M. Wallace, age 85, of DuBois, PA died Tuesday, June 27, 2023 in DuBois as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on the DuBois-Rockton Road in Sandy Township.
Police say the incident happened around 1:30 p.m. and involved a vehicle colliding with a delivery truck. Police say a parked tour bus was also struck in the crash. They identified 85-year-old Helena Wallace as the woman killed in the crash.
The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc is in charge of arrangements.
Gerald G. “Jerry” Chiesa, 88, of 402 Clarion Road, Johnsonburg, PA passed away unexpectedly Thursday afternoon, June 29, 2023 at his residence.
He was born in Johnsonburg on November 28, 1934, a son to the late Alfred and Coletta Schatz Chiesa. On February 8, 1958 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, he married Nancy Kriegel. She preceded him in death on August 30, 2022
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Jerry was a 1953 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church and the Johnsonburg Fire Department. He loved spending time with his family, he enjoyed gardening and woodworking and was known for his handcrafted clocks. Jerry had retired from Keystone Powdered Metals in 1999 after 47 years of service.
Jerry is survived by his children, Thomas Chiesa and his wife Cheryl of Kersey, Janet, Mrs. Paul Young of Johnsonburg and Linda, Mrs. Ken Polaski of Johnsonburg and his grandchildren, Stephanie Chiesa, Shawn Chiesa, Zachary Young, Adrienne Polaski and Brent Polaski and a special dear friend Anya Johnson. He is also survived by sisters Bernadette Schatz of St. Marys and Carol Gay of Lancaster, PA and several nieces and nephews.
Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial for Gerald G. Chiesa to be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg on Saturday July 1, 2023 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 Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg on Saturday morning from 9 to 10:15 AM.
Military honors will be accorded by the Johnsonburg-Ridgway Servicemen’s Detail. Detail members are asked to assemble at the funeral Home on Saturday morning by 10 AM.
If desired, memorial contributions in Jerry’s name can be made to the Johnsonburg Fire Department, 99 Clarion Rd., Johnsonburg, PA 15845 or to Holy Rosary Church, 606 Penn Street, Johnsonburg, PA 15845.
Darlene L. Koch, 76, of 130 Greeves Street, Kane, PA passed away Friday, May 12, 2023, at the Buffalo General Hospital.
She was born March 20, 1947, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Clifford and Ethel Ward Willow. She was a graduate of Johnsonburg High School and attended college in Philadelphia.
In November of 1968, Darlene married Edward W. Koch, who preceded her in death on February 2, 2001.
She is survived by her daughter, Sheila Gross (Tom); four sons: Ben, George, Joe, and Ed Koch; a grandson, Austin Andrew Koch; and by her sister, Maryanna Peterson.
In addition to her husband and parents, Darlene was preceded in death by three sisters: Wanda Hedlund, Billie Patrick, and a sister in infancy; and by two brothers: Keith Willow and a brother in infancy.
Committal services were held privately at the St. Boniface Cemetery.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
SMETHPORT – Martin M. Howard, loving father, grandfather and brother, of 3470 Route 46, passed away on Monday (June 19, 2023) at the Olean General Hospital, following an illness.
Marty was born on July 10, 1938 in Shinglehouse, and was the son of Melford and Erma Bell Wheeler Howard. He was formerly married to Ellen Marie Cooper. On March 11, 1967 in the Free Methodist Church in Duke Center, he married his wife of 42 years, June Marie Stoling, who predeceased him in August 2008.
Marty became a truck driver right out of high school for Andrews Salvage and then for Haliburton for several years. He then began working at Pittsburgh Corning in Port Allegany for about four years before returning to truck driving. Marty was always working on cars and trucks which led him to opening Howards Keystone with his brother in Bradford, which he ran for many years. He then returned back to work at Haliburton where he retired in 1989 after over 10 years of service.
Throughout Marty’s life he would travel around to many churches filling in for the pastors. He then became an ordained minister on Nov. 15, 2003 for the Apostolic Lighthouse Assembly of Jesus Christ.
Marty is survived by two children, M. Daniel (Debbie) Howard of Bradford, and Linda M. Goodrich of Franklin; several grandchildren including Anthony, Shannon, Christal and April; eight great grandchildren and one great great grandson; he had several brothers and sisters.
Along with his wife, June, Marty was predeceased by his parents and two sons, Robert and Frank Howard.
As per Marty’s request there will be no services at this time. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery in Smethport.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741
Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean, N.Y.
Margaret A. Wheeler, age 96, of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of Cushing Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA died Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Penn Highlands-DuBois after a short illness.
A daughter of the late Camiel and Ethel (Spangler) Gontero, she was born on October 6, 1926 in Bradford, PA. On July 8, 1949 she married Richard C. Wheeler, who preceded her in death on January 28, 2008.
Along with her parents and her husband, Margaret was predeceased by: a brother, Donald Gontero; and her beloved Shih Tzu, Zoey.
Margaret is survived by: two sons, Charles Richard (Mary Jo) Wheeler of St. Marys and Raymond Lloyd (Lori) Wheeler of Johnsonburg; three grandchildren, Rebecca (Robert) Burns of Jeanette, PA, Brenda (Dr. Matthew) Conner of Murrysville, PA and Allyson (Calvin) Christoff of Vero Beach, FL; two great-grandchildren, Lydia and Lou Conner; and a sister, Linnea Gontero of St. Marys.
Margaret lived all her life in Johnsonburg until the past four years at Silver Creek Terrace and graduated from Johnsonburg Schools in 1944. She worked in the Paper Mill Office in her youth; part time at Rinovato Pharmacy while raising her children; Johnsonburg Banks as a Demand Deposit Account Clerk and retired from PNC Bank in 1984. She was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, the St. John’s Lutheran Women, the Johnsonburg Senior Center and the 500 Card Club. She was an avid bowler for several years and enjoyed golf at the Kane Country Club for more than twenty five years.
There will be no public visitation.
Funeral Services will be held, 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 30, 2023, at the St. John Lutheran Church of Johnsonburg with Vicar Kevin Schafer. Interment will take place next to her husband in the McKean Memorial Park.
The family suggests memorials to the St. John’s Lutheran Church or the Johnsonburg Senior Center and will be accepting online condolences at the Ubel Funeral Home website(www.nedzafamilyfuneralhomes.com).
Jamie S. Benson, 62, of Bayard St. in Kane, PA passed away Sunday evening (June 25) at his residence. He was born Jan. 5, 1961 in Kane, the son of the late Ronald and Carol Benson.
Jamie had been employed by the Local Laborer’s Union #603 and had also worked at Kane Hardwood and Hanley Brick. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles AERIE #307 and the VFW of Kane.
He is survived by his sister, Tracey Mercer-Benson of Kane and her daughter Sophia Mercer of Sacramento, CA; his aunt and uncle, Roger (Sharon) Johnson of Kane; Cousins, Danielle Noble of Kane, Michelle and Denny Stromberg of Port Allegany, Roger and JoAnna Johnson Jr. of Raleigh, NC, Bruce and Michael Benson of Pittsburgh, Jim and Peggy Benson of Pittsburgh and Katrina Benson Pavolino of OH, along with many other cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Carl Benson. his uncle, Dennis “Gus” Johnson and his grandparents, Arnold and Martha Johnson and Carl Hilding and Kate Elizabeth “Betty” Benson.
Arrangements will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the Kane Guidance Center, 300 N. Fraley St., Kane, PA 16735 or Evergreen Park, %Kane Borough, 112 Bayard St., Kane, PA 16735.
Krista M. Miller, 44, of St. Marys, PA passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 17, 2023.
Born September 22, 1978, in Bradford, PA, she was the daughter of George and Mary (Heidrich) Deming. On March 19, 2005, she married Jason Miller, who survives.
She graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1996 and in 2007, she graduated from Jeff Tech as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She worked in various health care settings, such as nursing homes, schools, and home health. Most recently, she was employed at Penn Highlands Gastroenterology Lab in DuBois, which she really enjoyed. Krista loved photography, scrapbooking, true crime, and most of all spending time with her children and grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, Krista is survived by three daughters, Michaella (Kyle Light) Deming, Marissa (Derrik Hollabaugh) Deming, and Miranda (Thomas) Frederick; four sisters, Laurie (George) Hayes, Susan Lee, Karen (Jeff Hilzinger) McClain, and Lynn (Brian) Drehmer; one brother, Michael (Kerri) Deming, and many nieces and nephews, whom she loved like her own children. She is also survived by nine beloved grandchildren, McKenna, Sawyer, Emersyn, Penelope, Braven, Dillon, Camden, Maliki, and Daxton.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Austin Miller, two brothers, Derrick Deming and David Deming, and her cherished dogs, Jakayla and Yuki.
Her family will receive friends from 9:30 – 11AM on Friday, June 30, 2023 at the Agape Assembly of God, 1004 Earth Road, Kersey, PA. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM. A luncheon will follow the service.
Memorials, if desired, can be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Friends and family may leave online condolences, light a memorial candle, share a memory and obtain additional information by visiting www.furlongfuneralhome.com.
Lawrence W. “Larry” STANNARD, III, 82, of Wellsville, NY, formerly of West Jordan, UT, died Monday, June 26, 2023 in the Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville.
Born June 24, 1941, in Wellsville, he was the son of Lawrence William and Vera Janice Potter Stannard, Jr.
He served honorably with the U.S. Army in Korea and Germany beginning in 1973 and retiring in 1993.
Services will be private. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellsville.
Memorials may be made to the Comfort House of Allegany County, 151 E. State Street, Wellsville, NY 14895.
Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Ruth E. BUTTON, 99, of Tioga, PA, died Sunday, June 25, 2023 in the Green Home, Wellsboro.
Born January 18, 1924, in Ulysses, she was the daughter of Arthur and Bertha Button Blackman. On January 18, 1967, in Tioga, she married Eugene M. Button, who survives.
She was employed by Corning Glass Co. and later as a cook by Amory Houghton, retiring in 1991.
Surviving besides her husband, Eugene, are: four sons, Wayne (Mary) Osterhoudt of Westfield, Curtis Osterhoudt of Tioga, David Osterhoudt of Nashville, TN, and Robert (Laurie) Whipple of Lawrenceville; two daughters, Nancy Malinak of Lock Haven and Martha Warren of Austin; two step-daughters, Deborah (Donald) Warriner of Tioga and Inza Campbell of Sligo; a step-son, Rodney (Alice Fay) Button of Mount Dora, FL; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a son, Thomas Osterhoudt; and two brothers, Frederick Blackman and Robert Blackman.
Services will be private. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga.
Memorials may be made to Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries, 725 Gee Road, Tioga, PA 16946. Arrangements are entrusted to Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Anne L. Beers, 80, of Middlebury Center, PA passed away early Saturday, June 24, 2023, in her home.
She was born January 9, 1943, in Elmira, NY to Floyd W. and Alice (Flanders) Ripley.
She graduated from Southside High School in Elmira. She trained to be a beautician at Del Kader Beauty School in Elmira, Pittsburgh Beauty Academy, and the State Beauty School in Williamsport, PA. Anne owned and operated Family Hair Styling in Wellsboro.
On April 7, 1978, she married Charles E. Beers, with whom she shared 45 years of marriage. Anne was a member of the Wellsboro Bible Church for more than 40 years, active in the Gideons Auxiliary of Tioga County since 2008, and the Roving Volunteers in Christ’s Service (RVICS) for 11 years.
Anne is survived by her husband: Charlie Beers; two sons: Gordon Manchester (Sandra) of Pine City, NY, and Martin Manchester (Melanie) of Lebanon, PA; two step-sons: Charles “Chuck” Beers of Burlington, NC, and Michael S. Beers (Tobin) of Philadelphia; 10 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a step-son: James R. Beers.
In accordance with her wishes there will be a private service at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, burial will be in the Wellsboro Cemetery.
Donations in her memory may be made to: Roving Volunteers in Christ’s Service, 1800 SE 4th Street, Smithville, TX 78957, Gideons of Tioga County, PO Box 45, Wellsboro, PA 16901, or Wellsboro Bible Church, 12880 Route 6, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
