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.
Bernice A. Superko, 82 of Wellsboro, PA passed away Friday, June 23, 2023, at Broad Acres.
Bernice was born on January 3, 1941, in Blossburg, the daughter of the late Robert M. and Dorcas B. (Lawton) Kemp. She was the wife of the late Charles S. Superko who preceded her in death on April 10, 1996.
Bernice graduated from Wellsboro High School, Class of 1958. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Mansfield State College.
Bernice was a member of the Eastern Star, Twilight Chapter, Mansfield, the Mansfield V.F.W. Auxiliary, former member of the Girl Scouts and a former Girl Scout Leader. She was also a member of the HAVEN of Tioga County Board of Directors.
Bernice is survived by a son, Martin Bartlett of Nashville, TN; a daughter, Marcia Bartlett of Mansfield; an aunt, Linda Lawton of Mansfield; three grandchildren, Zachary (Marissa), MegAnn, and Rebecca, and a great granddaughter, Scarlett.
There will be no visitation and a graveside service will be announced for late November.
Family suggests memorial contributions to be made to a food pantry of the donor’s choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
H. Elizabeth “Beth” Karschner, age 84, of Elkland, PA passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Behm’s Personal Care Home in Elkland.
Born March 22, 1939 in Camden, SC, she was the daughter of the late Wade Frank Oliver and Stanley Arthur and Neta (Kirkland) Miller.
Beth was a member and attended the First Baptist Church of Galeton for many years.
She was very crafty, enjoyed taking walks, and loved visiting with people. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and was devoted to her Lord and the Bible.
Beth is survived by her children, Kris and wife, Susie Karschner and Julie and husband, Bradley Heck; grandchildren, Kadin Karschner, MacKenzie Karschner, Alexandra Heck, Kabrie Karschner and Joel Heck and her sisters, Michele Barton and Cimme Jo Miller.
A memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Galeton, 234 W. Main St. on Saturday, July 1st at 11:00 AM with Pastor Richard Tintle officiating.
Ruth E. BUTTON, 99, of Tioga, PA, died Sunday, June 25, 2023 in the Green Home, Wellsboro.
A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Smethport – Doyle E. Billyard, 73, of Olean, NY, died Saturday (June 17, 2023) at Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo.
He was born November 29, 1949 in Port Allegany, the son of Emery and Cleva (Sheldon) Billyard. On April 16, 1988, in Duke Center, PA, he married Pamela M. Ethridge, who died August 9, 2006.
Doyle graduated from Hamburg Jr./Sr. High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1968 to 1970.
Mr. Billyard worked as a self employed carpenter for many years in the area.
Doyle was a former Cub Scout Pack Leader for Pack #617 and was involved with the Boy Scouts, following his son in advancements. He was a member of the VFW and the NRA. He loved to fish and hunt in his spare time.
He is survived by:
One son: James (Tia) Billyard of Olean, NY
Two daughters locally: Patricia (Zack) Billyard of Olean, NY and Amy Connors of PA, along with four other daughters located in Texas.
Several grandchildren, including his six closest: Zandon, Zaeleigh, Eligh, Evaeh, Adilyn and Elliott
And several nieces and nephews
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by one brother, Duane Billyard, and one sister, Jessie Connors.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 29, 2023, from 11AM to Noon at the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 2 Bank St., Smethport, where a memorial service will be conducted at noon, following visitation. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
COUDERSPORT, Pa.—Evelyn Nettie Stewart Allen, 105, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away with her loving family by her side, on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born on Monday, December 24, 1917, in Oswayo Township, she was a daughter of Ernest Washington Stewart and Christina Ryland Stewart.
Evelyn attended school in Oswayo and Shinglehouse. She married Clarence Kelligan and together they had four children; Dorla, Marlene, Keith, and Shirlee. She later married Merle Allen on July 8th, 1944. They had one daughter, Sheila Allen.
During World War II, Evelyn worked at the Eldred Munitions Plant. She later was employed at Galeton Production, Smith’s Drug Store, Buchanan’s Pharmacy, and along with her husband, Merle, owned and operated the Blarney Stone Tavern in Coudersport for several years.
She was a member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church in Coudersport, a former member of the Catholic Daughters, and a lifetime member of the Coudersport American Legion Post 192 Ladies Auxiliary. She volunteered for the Red Cross Bloodmobile and the Charles Cole Hospital Gift Shop for more than 25 years—well into her 90s.
Left to cherish her memory are fifteen grandchildren: Terry (Karen) Tucker, Colleen (Walter) Ramsey, Steven (Judy) Tucker, Patricia (Thomas) Russell, Anne (Alan) Acker, Edgar (Pam) Tucker, Nancy (Doug) Pautz, Tim Davenport, Sherri Davenport Rank, David Kelligan, Lorrie (Randy) Riale, Patrick (Shelia) Kelligan, Tim Kelligan, Michael Kelligan, and Kevin Kohn;thirty great-grandchildren: Katie (Keith) Milks, Christopher (Jess) Howard, Molly (Isaac) Cary, Maggie Acker, Lee (Heather) Tucker, Seth Tucker, Chelsea (Ben) Clarkson, Kristina Tucker, Emily (Rachael) Blankenship Tucker, Edgar Brandon Tucker, Bradley (Amber) Tucker, Alizé Kelligan, Gabriel Kelligan, Christopher Blackwell, Bryan Blackwell, Jenny Davenport, Lauren Miller, Emily Kreisley, Adrienne (Jerrod) Bean, Kenneth Johnson, Michael Johnson, Elizabeth (Michael Wight) Smith, Kathie Kelligan, Dan (Tessa Fair) Kelligan, Kelly (Jay) Gooch, Jennifer (Gary) Merriman, Harley (Kristen) Ramsey, Amy (Cory) Shaw, Jim (Emily) Tucker, and Steven (Erika) Tucker;forty-six great-great-grandchildren: Alexis Annis, Sophia Annis, Aiden Bean, Raylee Bean, Abby Bean, Nicholas Johnson, Braxton Weiler, Brooke Gustafson, Jayson Butler, Ethan Wight, Elizabeth Wight, Madison Myers, Alisha Roberdy, Dan Jr. Kelligan, Alex Kelligan, Nora Evelyn Clarkson, Silas Henry Blankenship Tucker, Emma Tucker, Mia Tucker, Madison Blackwell, Michael Blackwell, Dylan Howard, Daniel Duke Howard, Avery Eskesen, Cooper Eskesen, Charlie Eskesen, Anna Eskesen, Lincoln Cary, Maggie Jane Cary, Morgan Ramsey Gooch, Nicholas Merriman, Gregory Merriman, Jonathan Merriman, Chancelor Ramsey, Cormac Ramsey, Raine (Brandyn) DeLong, Killian Ramsey, Aurora Ramsey, Ellie Shaw, Evan Shaw, Brock Shaw, Jenna Shaw, Jovie Tucker, Mila Tucker, Theo Tucker, Annabelle Tucker, and Dawson Tucker; and several nieces and nephews.
Evelyn took care of just about every grandchild and great-grandchild at one time or another and always had the neighborhood kids milling about as well. She never had a cross word to say about anyone. She did a great job keeping everything in perspective. She was known as ‘Nanny’ to most everyone, including the people she worked and volunteered with through the years. She will be sadly missed.
In addition to her parents, Evelyn was predeceased by her first husband, Clarence Kelligan; her second husband, Merle Allen; four daughters, Dorla Tucker, Marlene Kromar, Shirlee Leete, and Shelia Allen; her son, Keith Kelligan; grandson, Tom Leete; a great-grandson, Luke Russell; a granddaughter, Anne Leete Seager; and a sister, Velma Miller.
Family and friends may call from 9am to 10am on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at the gathering space of St. Eulalia Catholic Church, Coudersport. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10am on Saturday, July 22, 2023, in St. Eulalia Catholic Church, with the Rev. Christopher Wheeler, as celebrant. Burial will be in Eulalia Cemetery, Coudersport.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Volunteers That Care, PO Box 750, Coudersport, PA 16915; to American Legion Post 192 Ladies Auxiliary, 2 Buffalo Street, Coudersport, PA 16915; or to the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Avenue, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Evelyn entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Evelyn, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
The family and friends of Elizabeth A. Christian are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in the St. Boniface Church on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at 1:00 PM, with the Rev. Steve Pontzer officiating.
Christian Michael Parrish, 48, of Summerville, South Carolina, as of April 30th, 2023, went to be with his Lord and Savior after a very long, and so painful, but an exceptional brave and courageous battle with diabetes.
Born October 11,1974, in Coudersport, PA, the son of Cheryl (Ayers) Furman, Austin, Pa and James Parrish, Florida, Christian graduated in 1992, from Coudersport Jr. and Sr. High School. Christian went on to attend college at Lock Haven University where he studied Secondary Education. He then went to Hamilton University receiving Bachelor’s of Science – Adult Education and his Master’s degree – Adult Education.
Christian worked in the medical field for many years until he was no longer able. He was so smart. I never met anyone that was as bright as he was.
Christian loved life. He had such a beautiful smile that would light up a whole room. He could go any place and not know a person there and leave having so many new friends. (not just acquaintances, but friends).
His most loved treasures where his four precious children. He loved being with his children every chance he got. Christian was the greatest Dad ever. He also loved his faithful companions, Bella, Buddy, and Blue who were by his side day and night. Surviving besides his Mother and Step-father Dennis Furman, are his four children; Sons Tyler and Cayden Parrish of Summerville, SC. whom stayed with their Dad caring for him when Christian’s mother wasn’t by her son’s side. Two daughters, Morgan and Loren Parrish, Ashville, NC, Brothers Cody Parrish of Howe, Indiana and Joshua (Michelle) Parrish, Shinglehouse, Pa. A special nephew, Xavier (Kathryn) Furman, Sturgis, Michigan. Maternal Grandmother, Arlene Ayers and Paternal Step-grandmother, Doris Robison, both of Coudersport, Pa. Two special aunts; Gloria (Gregory) Frable, Newmanstown, Pa and Susan (Terry) Plumstead, Westfield, Pa, and a special cousin Jason Ayers, Coudersport, Pa. and his 3 Compadres, Bella, now living in Ashville, NC, Buddy, and Blue, now living in Austin, PA. Many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was pre-deceased by Maternal grandfather, Francis T. Ayers and a Grandson, Carver Parrish. Paternal grandparents, John and Elizabeth Parrish and Paternal Step-grandfather, Edwin (Chick) Furman.
A “Celebration of Life” service will be held at The Gospel Tabernacle in Coudersport, PA. on Saturday, July 1st, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. John Minor officiating.
Forrest L. Seeley, Jr., 67, of 582 Parkside Drive, Limestone, NY, passed away, Monday, June 19, 2023, at Olean General Hospital.
Born on July 24, 1955, in Olean NY, a son of the late Forrest L. Seeley, Sr and Emogene (Johnson) Seeley-Wesmiller.
He attended Limestone Free Union and graduated in 1974.
On March 8, 1974, he enlisted in the United States Marines Corp. He served until March 11, 1976, when he was honorably discharged.
After the service he worked at Haliburton, Dresser Rand and for many years as an Installer for Direct TV.
On June 18, 2005, in his Parkside Drive home, he married Linda (Miller) Seeley.
Forrest was a member of the American Legion Post 1560 in Limestone and the Limestone Sportsman’s Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, and drinking Bud Light. His greatest joy came from being with his daughters and family.
Surviving is his wife Linda of 18 years, two daughters, Tracy Seeley and Stephanie (Chris) Barrile, all of Bradford, four stepdaughters, Bridget Ehman, Mellissa Autieri, Laurie Trojan, and Kristen Roberts, one stepson, Richard S Trojan and Steven Trojan, two sisters Jacqui Pritchard, and Marge Feely, one brother, David Seeley, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by one stepson, Steven Trojan.
Family will receive friends on Saturday July 1, 2023, at 10:00 am at the American Legion Post 1560 in Limestone. At 10:30 am Full Military Honors will be accorded by members of the United States Marine Corp, and the Honor Guard of the American Legion Post 1560.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Joann L. Fronapel, 93, formerly of 9 Cross Dr., Bradford, PA and a former winter resident of Zepher Hills, FL, for many years, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born on February 20, 1930, in Franklin, she was a daughter of the late Gerald and Irene (Johnson) Record.
Joann graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1949.
On June 24, 1949, she married Robert Adams, who preceded her in death on September 15, 1962. On August 27, 1978, she married Eugene “Piney” Fronapel who preceded her in death on January 28, 2006.
Joann worked as a waitress at the Desoto Motel Restaurant.
Surviving is one son, Ronald (Millie) Adams, of, Tonawanda, NY, three stepdaughters, Carolyn Fronapel, of Pittsburgh, Mary (Mike) Mackey, of Russell, and Barbara (Chip) Bloomgren, of ME, one granddaughter Erika Adams, seven step grandchildren, and 11 step great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, and two sisters, Phyllis Holzworth and Marge Reed.
Services are private and at the convenience of family. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired may be made to McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford, PA 16701.
Patricia “Jean” Mann, 90, of 109 Cushing Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA passed away peacefully in her sleep with family by her side, early Saturday morning, June 24, 2023 at her residence.
She was born on June 21, 1933 in Ridgway, a daughter to the late Frederick and Elizabeth Hennessy Eggler. On September 13, 1975 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married Ermil B. Mann. He preceded her in death on December 25, 1992.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Jean was a 1947 graduate of Holy Rosary School and a 1951 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church and the Johnsonburg and Wilcox Senior Centers. Jean enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading and doing volunteer work. She loved bingo and recently doing Wordle on her Ipad.
Jean had retired in 1993 as a Senior Secretary in the Traffic Department of Willamette Industries, Johnsonburg Mill after 42 years of working for the New York and Pennsylvania Co., Penntech Papers and Weyerhauser before Willamette, now Domtar.
Jean is survived by one step-daughter, Jennifer, Mrs. Fred Frank of Johnsonburg and several nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by a brother James Eggler and 2 sisters Mary Swanson and Margaret Eggler.
A Mass of Christian Burial for P. Jean Mann will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church on Wednesday June 28, 2023 at 10:30 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor as celebrant. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Johnsonburg.
Friends will be received at the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg on Wednesday morning from 9 to 10:15 AM.
If desired, memorial contributions in her name should be made to Holy Rosary Church, 606 Penn Street, Johnsonburg, PA 15845.
Dolores A. “Dode” Dworsky, 93, of Silver Creek Terrace, St. Marys and formerly of 522 Penn Street, Johnsonburg, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Friday morning at Silver Creek Terrace.
She was born in Erie, PA a daughter to Sarah Redmond Popielski. On May 5, 1962 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married James “Jim” Dworsky. He preceded her in death on October 13, 2014.
A lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Dode was a 1948 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church where she had been a member of the Funeral Dinner Committee and the Festival Committee. She was also a member of the St. Joe’s Women’s Aux. and was an active member of the ECCHS PTO. Dode loved her family, her church and her front porch. She enjoyed playing cards, particularly cinch and 500. She also loved to Polka and read books.
Dode had retired from Nelson’s Grocery Store in 1997 after 20 years. She had also catered for 10 years and had worked at Pelp’s Restaurant for 10 years.
She is survived by her children Christine Marie Geer of Johnsonburg and Daniel James Dworsky and his wife Shawn of Ridgway and her grandchildren Sydney and Samantha Kovalyak and Dakota Dworsky. She is also survived by sisters-in-law Lorraine Dworsky of St. Marys and Lois, Mrs. Robert Czekai of Rush, NY and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her mother and husband, Dode is predeceased by her mother’s husband Walter Popielski, who passed away before she was born, and brothers Raymond, Louis, Stanley, Chester and Thomas Popielski.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Dolores A. Dworsky will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg on Tuesday June 27, 2023 at 10:30 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor as celebrant. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Johnsonburg.
Friends will be received at the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, on Tuesday morning from 9 to 10:15 AM.
If desired, memorial contributions in Dolores’ name can be made to Silver Creek Terrace, Activities Dep’t., 791 Johnsonburg Rd., St. Marys, PA 15857.
Richard C. “Dick” VanDuyne, age 93, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, June 22, 2023.
He was born on August 1, 1929 in Towaco, NJ, a son of the late Elbert F. and Marie F. (Lockhoff) VauDuyne and was the owner of VanDuyne Dairy Equipment for many years. He was married to Janice L. (Ingerick) VanDuyne, and was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church of Tioga, PA.
He spent several years as a volunteer in RVICS (Roving Volunteers in Christ’s Service) and spent that time traveling to several states doing construction projects in various Christian ministries. He enjoyed woodworking, logging, construction, and traveling. He was a Jack-Of-All-Trades and a master of many.
Dick is survived by his wife: Janice VanDuyne of Wellsboro, PA, two sons: Mark (Ruth) VanDuyne of Mexico, MO, Timothy (Wendy) VanDuyne of Lawrenceville, PA, three daughters: Becky (Brad) Sharp of Middlebury Center, PA, Debbie (Phil) Gastrock of Wellsboro, PA, Sharon (Ben) Dewalt of Allenwood, PA, two brothers: Tom VanDuyne of CO, David (Betty Brooks) VanDuyne of NJ, brother-in-law: Bud Kurvink of FL, three step-sons: Greg Mattison of Wellsboro, PA, Tim Mattison of CO, Mark Mattison of CA, 16 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by two daughters: Linda VanDuyne and Ruth Migliore, two grandsons: Daniel Sharp and Brad Sharp, Jr. and a granddaughter Shoshanna Stratton.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 from 10 to 11 am at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 am with Rev. Steven P. Neff officiating. Interment will be in the Wellsboro Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA.
Marjorie Butler Rawson, 84, of Galeton, PA died on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College.
Born April 1, 1939 in Blossburg, PA, she was the daughter of Clara N. (Hurlburt) Butler and William Butler. On August 8, 1959 she married Charles “Ed” Rawson who predeceased her on March 27, 2008. She was a graduate of Galeton High School.
Marge was a member and deacon of The First Presbyterian Church in Galeton and past Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was President of the Goodyear Hose Company Auxiliary for many years, past member of Galeton BPW and was also a member of the Wellsboro Doll Club.
She enjoyed her family, friends, baking cakes, collecting dolls and going to lunch with her best friends.
Surviving are: her children, Scott Edward (Bobbi) Rawson of Port Matilda, PA, Lorie Lynne Hillyard (Dave House) of Troupsburg, NY, and Julie Lee (Bill) Jeffries of Galeton; grandchildren, Elaina (Greg) Payne of Scio, NY, Janelle (Todd Wilson) Rawson of Philipsburg, PA, Jaime (Jake) Bahr of State College, PA, Jeffrey Rawson of Port Matilda, PA, Brett (Danielle Rogers) Jeffries of Galeton, PA, and Nathan (Alyssa) Jeffries of Port Matilda, PA; great grandchildren, Thomas Surdam of Scio, NY and Jackson Wilson of Philipsburg, PA.
Also predeceasing her were her parents, a brother LeRoy Butler and a sister Joanne Chalmers.
Friends may call on Friday, June 30, 2023 from 9:30-11:30am at the First Presbyterian Church of Galeton. A Memorial Service will follow at 11:30am with the Rev. Sherry Elliott officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The First Presbyterian Church, Gale Hose Ambulance or Goodyear Hose Company, all in Galeton.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton.
Edith V. Anderson Todd, 101, of Port Allegany, PA passed away in Monroe, CT on June 21, 2023.
She was born on February 6, 1922, to John Aaron and Amanda Charlotte (Gustafson) Anderson in Port Allegany. On June 22, 1947, she married George R. Todd and enjoyed 68 years together before his death in 2015. She was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 1940.
During WWII she worked as a secretary for the National Munitions Company, and later held that position for Pittsburgh Corning, and then in the legal offices of attorneys Elton Carlson and Merle Johnson.
She enjoyed her family, entertaining friends, traveling experiences with her husband and spending several winters together in Dunedin, Florida.
Edith was a member of the Gethsemane Lutheran Church, belonged to Eastern Star and supported other community organizations over the years.
She was the youngest of ten children who preceded her in death. Surviving her are a daughter, Catherine A. Radlinski of Monroe, CT; two sons, C. Dana (Suzan) Todd of Houston, TX and Russell C. (Mary) Todd of Erie, PA; eight grandchildren, four great grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Willma Todd of Bristol, VA, Loraine Todd of Tonawanda, NY and Ella M. Rosko of Smethport, PA; and many nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service will be held at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Port Allegany on July 2, 2023 at 1:00 pm. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery in Port Allegany.
Memorials may be made to the S.W. Smith Library or a worthy organization of your choice.
Ruth H. Kish, age 91, formerly of 110 East 9th Street, Oil City, PA passed away on Thursday June 22, 2023 at West Lakes Woods assisted living.
She was born in Bradford, PA, July 14, 1931, the daughter of Ralph G and Signe A. Watson, residing in Rixford, PA and graduating from Otto-Eldred Jr.-Sr. High School, Duke Center, PA in 1949.
After graduation she was employed by a local insurance agency in Bradford for five years and then employed by South Penn Oil Company-Pennzoil Company in Oil City until 1962.
She married Eugene F. Kish on November 12, 1960 in Good Hope Lutheran Church, who preceded her in death.
Mrs. Kish is survived by two children, Jeffrey Kish and his wife Kimberly, of Massillon, Ohio and their children Kyle and Amy Houston Kish, and Halle Kiehl (Bill), of Erie, PA and three nephews, Todd Clark, of Plattsmouth, NE., Shawn Clark, of Grants Pass, Oregon and Timothy Clark, of Chantilly, Virginia.
In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her sister, Fay Uffalussy, October 2012, of Reading, PA.
Ruth enjoyed the piano, bowling, golf, wreath making and latch hook rugs in her earlier years. She was a long time member of Good Hope Lutheran Church and was involved in different capacities through the years.
The family would like to thank UPMC Family Hospice, especially Katie who gave special attention to mom over her final days.
As per Ruth’s request there will be no visitation.
Interment will be in Sunset Hills Memorial Gardens.
The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com
Honey R. DUNN, of Ulysses, PA, reached her heavenly destination on June 6, 2023, in Greenville, NC.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Friday, June 23, 2023 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 24, 2023 in the Free Methodist Church, Ulysses. Her nephew, Rev. Allyn R. Baker, will officiate.
Memorials may be made to Ulysses Library, P.O. Box 316, Ulysses, PA 16948. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Dennis I. Young, 73, of Ridgway, PA died on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Penn Highlands Dubois.
He was born on September 18, 1949, a son of the late Kenneth and Alice Jeffordes Young.
On November 27, 1990, he married Shirley Mitchell, who survives.
Dennis lived in Ridgway and St. Marys most of his life and is a member of The Hallton Church. He worked as a die setter for St. Marys Carbon, Clarion Sintered, and Metaldyne. He spent his time hunting and fishing.
In addition to his wife of 30 years, he is survived by a sister, Barb Nagi, a brother, John”Tex” Young, a brother in law Ron Mitchell, and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Sally and Annette Young, and a brother Kenneth Young.
Funeral Services for Dennis I. Young are being held privately.
Burial will be at Ott Cemetery.
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
Casey Leigh Studer, 36, of Emporium, PA passed away at her parents home in Emporium, PA early Thursday morning (June 22, 2023) following a brief illness. She was born February 6, 1987 in St. Marys, PA, the daughter of Scott and Shannon Jones Goss, Emporium. She married Stephen Studer, who survives.
Casey graduated from Cameron County High School in the class of 2005. She then graduated as a LPN from Clearfield County Career and Technology.
In addition to her parents and husband Casey is survived by two sons, Kasey James Studer of Emporium and Eden Matthew Condon of St. Marys; brother, Dustin Goss (Kim Ettinger), Emporium.
There will be No Visitation. Memorial Services will be announced at a later date.
Burial will be in the Rich Valley Cemetery, Emporium, PA
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.
Joyce Elizabeth Smith Kuntz, 96, of Hemlock Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Tuesday evening, June 20, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor, following a brief illness.
She was born October 1, 1926, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Jerome and Mary Mertz Smith.
On June 11, 1949, in the Sacred Heart Church, Joyce married the late Gerard Kuntz, who preceded her in death on February 12, 2004.
Joyce is survived by three daughters: Kathryn Pierce (Greg), Jan Lutz (Denny), and Connie Turner (Woody); two sons: Karl Kuntz (Laura) and Jack Kuntz (Debby); six grandchildren: Kelly Masucci (Michael), Shannon Katka (Noah), Zada Komara, Zachary Lutz (Miriam), Brianne Muccio (Joe), and Brett Kuntz; six great-grandchildren: Giuliana Muccio, Dominic Muccio, Abbi Katka, Ole’ Katka, Matthew Katka, and Lucas Masucci.
In addition to her husband and parents, Joyce was preceded in death by twin sisters, Joan and Johanna Smith.
Joyce graduated in 1944 from Central High School. She belonged to the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps in World War II and earned her R.N. Degree at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and her B.S. Degree at St. Joseph College.
She was a former employee at Andrew Kaul Memorial Hospital and a member of the Nurses Study Club. She was a Eucharistic Minister to the homebound in St. Marys and Florida and volunteered her time with Meals on Wheels and at the Humane Society. Joyce was an avid reader, gardener, traveler, and swimmer.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Friday, June 30, 2023 at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Friday, June 30, 2023 from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Special thanks to her caregivers and friends: Jan Redmond, Debbie Pichler, Bobbie Samick, Diane Samick, Char Warmbrodt, Jackie El-Awar, Jean Saline, Lynn Hogan, Teri Martini, Debbie Meyer, Amy Krise Keller, Kassie Zilkofski, Laura Valentine, Julie Gleixner, Amanda Brown Poirier, Virginia Erich, Vicki Coppolo, and Zita Greenawalt.
In honor of Joyce, please take a moment to volunteer your time at the Elk County Humane Society or make a donation to the organization at 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.
Nadine M. Facchine, 93, of Woodland Road, St. Marys, PA passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Penn Highlands Elk surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on May 16, 1930 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Alfred Stebick, Sr. and Geraldine Kreckel Stebick.
On September 10, 1960, she married the late Leonard Facchine, who preceded her in death on April 19, 2017. Together they shared more than 56 years of marriage.
Nadine was a lifelong resident of the area and member of St. Marys Church. She enjoyed polka music and greatly enjoyed going to dances with her husband. She loved nothing more than sitting on her porch and watching the cars go by. She always loved visiting with people and spending time with her family.
She is survived by 2 children; Donna (Thomas) Ott and Robert Facchine, both of St. Marys. She is also survived by two siblings; Edward (Patty) Stebick and Christine “Teenie” Stebick, both of St. Marys, a sister-in-law; Vera Hetrick of Byrnedale, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband; she was preceded in death by five siblings; Kenneth Stebick, Alfred Stebick, Jr., Kathleen Eckert, Joan Herzing, and Leroy Stebick, by a niece; Stephanie Lecker-Garner, and by a nephew; Donny Stebick.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Nadine M. Facchine will be celebrated on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 11:00 AM at St. Marys Church, Church Street, St. Marys, PA, 15857 with Rev. Barnabas, OSB, as celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Sunday, June 25, 2023 from 2:00-4:00 PM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Marys Servicemens Burial Detail or the St. Marys Area Ambulance Service.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
COUDERSPORT, Pa.—Evelyn Nettie Stewart Allen, 105, of Coudersport, passed away with her loving family by her side, on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
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.
Antoinette T. Fairchild, age 72, of Elkland, PA passed away at her home on Sunday, June 18, 2023.
Born February 27, 1951 in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Anthony T. and Ruth C. (Binder) Cinquino.
She loved gambling, the beach (especially Wildwood) and spending time with her family.
Ann is survived by her children, Angelina (Carmen) Caruso of Philadelphia, Michael (Tracie) Fairchild of Clayton, NC and Christina (Dave) Rickards of Philadelphia; grandchildren, Carmen, Justin, Dakota, Crystal, Alyssa, Brittany, David, Kevin and Ashlin; eight great grandchildren, Caylee, Addie, Kyliee, Ryan, Tyler, Chase, Logan and Spencer; brother in law, Allen McArdle and she was a loving aunt to Robin Fitzmartin Gee (Amber, Hanna, Lilly, Dolly and Alder), Lisa (Tim) Russell and Cecilia (Jason) Ehrler. She was preceded in death by her sister, Cecilia McArdle and a brother, Charles Saugling.
Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Wednesday, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM.
For her family and friends in the Philadelphia area, there will be a visitation at the St. Anselm Church, 12670 Dunks Ferry Rd., Philadelphia on Friday, June 23rd from 10:00 – 11:00 AM. A Funeral Mass will be held immediately following at 11:00 AM in the church. Burial will follow in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
