Lois J. Duchi, 91, of Ridgway, died on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor after a lengthy illness.
She was born on November 30, 1931, in Brookville, a daughter of the late Samuel and Sara Nichols.
In 1949, she married the late Sylvio “Sib” Duchi, who preceded in death in 1978.
Lois was a lifelong resident of Ridgway and a graduate of Ridgway Centennial School Class of 1949. She worked many years at Market Basket and only stopped working to take care of her sister, Evy. Lois worked at Walmart until she was 89, when she retired due to failing health.
She is survived by 3 children: Lynn Duchi of Ridgway, Mike Duchi and his wife Rose of Ridgway, and Jeff Duchi of Johnsonburg. Grandma Lois will be missed by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a happy, loving, gentle soul who loved them so much. She was always ready with a warm hug. She will be loved and missed until the end of time. May she rest in peace and always be our special guardian angel.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister Evy Copella, 2 brothers: Bud and Ron Nichols.
Funeral Services for Lois J. Duchi will be held on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 11:00AM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Burial will follow at Saint Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ridgway Ambulance.
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
Joan R. Cauley, a former resident of St. Marys, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Hudson, MA. She was born December 28, 1930, in St. Marys, PA, the daughter of the late Steve and Catherine Ashworth Rupprecht. In 2021, Joan decided to move closer to most of her family so she could enjoy watching her great-grandchildren grow up.
Joan leaves behind her six children: Kathleen (James Wheeler) of Richmond, VA; John (Ellen) of Shirley, MA; Gerard (Luisa) of Hudson, MA; Thomas (Maureen) of Westford, MA; James (Adriana) of Hopkinton, NH; and Jennifer of Hudson, MA. In addition to her children, she leaves behind her beloved grand and great-grandchildren: Max and Sarah, CJ and Natalie and their daughter Nora, Matt and Terri and their kids Torri, Anthony, and Lincoln, Ashley and Chris and their kids Jamie and Emma, Jason and Kendal, Nick, Erin and her fiancé Greg, Tim, Tonko, and Kristof. Her sisters Kathryn Distler of St. Marys, PA and Roberta Ryan (Michael) of Spring Hill, FL also survive her.
Joan was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1948. On November 25, 1954, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, she married Bernard J. Cauley, who preceded her in death October 8, 1993. Joan stayed at home raising her kids and spoiling them with all of her homemade baked goods. In addition to baking, Joan spent her time crocheting afghans and hanging hand towels that she loved to gift to others. After the death of her husband, Joan spent many mornings doing water aerobics at the Country Club or Windfall Pines, attending daily mass at Queen of the World, and going to breakfast with the “breakfast bunch.”
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Michaels Parish in Hudson, MA on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 9:00 am.
A funeral service will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at 10:30 am, with the Rev. Jeffery Noble officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Saturday morning from 9:30 am until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Joan’s name to Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 200 Vesey St. 28th Floor, New York, NY 10281 http://www.jdrf.org .
Trenton G. Miller “beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin”
Trenton G. “Trenty” Miller, 7, of Ceres, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, N.Y.
Family and friends may call from 11am to 1pm on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at the Crosstown Alliance Church, 120 East Honeoye Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will be held at 1pm with Pastor Tim Taylor, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Trenty’s name may be made to G2 Gymnastics, 2748 PA 44, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
A complete obituary will follow.
Trenty’s family has entrusted his care 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 Trenty, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Anthony Joseph “Joe” Pellegrino, 90, of Sheffield, PA., died Saturday evening, June 3, 2023, at the John & Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA., after a brief illness. He was born July 15, 1932, in Sheffield, PA. Joe was the son of Joseph and Isabelle Canito Pellegrino. He was a lifelong Sheffield resident. He was a 1952 graduate of Sheffield High School, where he was a talented football and basketball player. He had served with the U.S. Army as a Private First Class, serving as a quartermaster. He obtained the rifle marksman badge, all during the Korean War. He was very proud to have served his country.
He was employed for 40 years, with the former National Forge Company, as a machinist, retiring December 31, 1994. Joe was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church and was a former member of the Saint Joseph Cemetery Board of Directors. Joe was an avid hunter and fly fisherman. He loved attending any sport his son played, while in school, and was a member of the Sheffield Sports Boosters. He was one of five of the original members to start the Sheffield Rod & Gun Club and was a life member of the Sheffield Veterans of Foreign Wars Club.
Joe’s greatest joys in life, were his wife, children, grandchildren and his entire family. They were his life.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Maria F. Pellegrino, whom he married November 21, 1959, at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, Warren, PA., 2 Children – Mary McLean and husband, Bruce of Grand Island, N.Y., Dan Pellegrino and wife, Diana of Warren, PA., 1 Sister – Catherine Kraft of Westfield, N.Y., 2 Nieces – Andrea Kraft of Westfield, N.Y., Marianne Pohl of Monroeville, PA., 1 Nephew – Thomas Scarcella of Warren, PA., 3 Grandchildren – Elizabeth McLean, Alisa Wagner (John), Nicholas Pellegrino, 1 Great Granddaughter, Isabelle Wagner.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Frank Scarcella, and sister, Mary Straneva.
There will be no visitation hours observed. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, Saybrook, PA., with Fr. Stephen Schreiber, Pastor, and Fr. Richard Tomasone, Pastor of St. Joseph. R.C. Church, co-officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery, Warren, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, 7222 Route 6, Sheffield, PA. 16357. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA., has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Jane Ann Thompson, 77, of Coudersport, passed away with her loving family by her side on Saturday, June 3, 2023, in Manatee Hospital, Bradenton, Florida.
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. To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Jane, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Mantachie, Mississippi—William H. “Billy” Allen, 61, of Mantachie, formerly of Shinglehouse, PA passed away unexpectedly in his home with his loving companion by his side, on Thursday, June 1, 2023.
Born on Monday, August 21, 1961 in Rahway, NJ, he was a son of Richard E. “Dick” Sr. and Irene Mesko Allen.
Billy was a graduate of Rahway (NJ) High School. Billy was employed as a professional truck driver throughout his lifetime and was working for Summit Trucking in Dallas, Texas at the time of his death. Billy was extremely proud of his 5 million plus miles that he drove during his career…he was working on his 10 million miles.
Billy enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved listening to Lynyrd Skynyrd, but his greatest love was spending time with his family.
Left to cherish his memory are his companion, Jeannie Olson of Mantachie; a nephew, Nicholas J. “Nick” (Tabby) Allen of Shinglehouse; a niece, Alexis N. (Brent Stiles) Allen of Shinglehouse; two grandnephews, Troy M. Allen and Theo M. Allen; a grandniece, Stella Rose Stiles; several nieces and nephews in Mississippi; a sister-in-law, Kari A. Allen of Shinglehouse; and a cousin, Guy Allen of Sebring, Florida.
In addition to his parents, Billy was predeceased by a brother, Richard E. “Richie” Allen, Jr.
In keeping with Billy’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services. He will be laid to rest in the Allen Family Cemetery alongside his parents and brother.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Billy’s family entrusted his 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, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Barbara A. Draper, 69, passed away peacefully at her home in Lawrenceville, PA on May 30, 2023. Barbara was born on November 21, 1953 in Corning, NY to Wayne and Martha Doran. In 1971, Barbara married William Huggins in Elkland, PA. They had two children, Harlow and Wendy. Later, she married Claude Draper and they lost a son at birth.
Barbara worked for Corning Inc. from the early 70’s and retired on her 55th birthday in 2008. She will be remembered in so many wonderful ways by her family and friends. She had a big heart and was the first to share for those in need. She was never without a cat or dog, mostly both at the same time and often more than one of each! She loved gardening, reading, and having lunch with friends. Most importantly, she was so proud of her grandson Harlow. She loved taking Harlow to swimming lessons, wrestling, baseball practice and games and just spending time with him. She enjoyed watching him grow into a wonderful young man.
Barbara is survived by her son Harlow Huggins; and grandson, Harlow Little of Lawrenceville, PA; sisters, Nora Arico of Exeter, NH and Maxine (Mickey) Smith of Seabrook, TX; and brother, Philip (Addie) Doran of Painted Post, NY. Nieces, Angela MacKinnon of Maine, Victoria Sfalanga of Miami, FL, Christine Hughes and Tara Villanueva of Seabrook, TX, and Catherine Allen, of Chesapeake, VA. Nephews; Frank Sfalanga Jr. of Ft. Meyers, FL, Philip Sfalanga of Texas, and Joshua Doran of South Elmira, NY; as well as many loving cousins.
She is preceded in death by her mother and father, loss of a son at birth and her daughter; Wendy Renee’ Huggins.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations in Barbara’s memory to: Paradise Garden Animal Haven, 598 Kent Hill Rd., Woodhull, NY 14898. A “Celebration of Life” will be held on Saturday, June 10th at her home. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Arrangements are with Kenyon Funeral Home in Elkland, PA.
Theresa (Juliano) Bruzzi, 97, of Coudersport, PA passed away May 31, 2023 at Sweden Valley Manor.
She was born June 20, 1925 in Warren, PA to August and Angela (Mancuso) Juliano. She graduated from Warren High School in 1942 and on October 11, 1947, she married Frank A. Bruzzi, who had served with Theresa’s brother August, in the USMC during WWII.
Two days after their wedding, Theresa and Frank opened Bruzzi Cleaners where she worked until her retirement in 1987.
Theresa was a member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church of Coudersport, a past member of the Sodality Society of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church of Warren PA, an executive board member of the Potter County Easter Seal Society for handicapped children and adults, member of the Coudersport Golf Course and past president of the Ladies Golf Association, past member of the Potter County Snowmobile Club, member and past president of Office Girls Club, past member Central Grange, Meals on Wheels volunteer, member of Catholic Daughters of the Americas and their Player’s Club and CDA Woman of the Year in 1998, member American Legion Auxiliary, volunteered at Sweden Valley Manor, and she served on Potter County Board of Elections. In 1962 she received the Brace for Ace award for outstanding volunteer service for the cause of the handicap.
Theresa is survived by her two sons: Scott D. Bruzzi and Mark T. Bruzzi; two grandchildren: Frank A. Bruzzi II (Elissa), and Robert J. Bruzzi (Sara); five great-grandchildren: Ellis Anne, Molly, Chase, Gia, and Adeline (Addie) Mae; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; son: James A. Bruzzi; grandson: James A. Bruzzi, Jr.; six brothers: Thomas I, James, August I, August II, Thomas II, and Arthur; and two sisters: Julia Decker, and Elizabeth (Bettie) Richardson.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Theresa’s life from 10am-11am Saturday June 10, 2023 at St. Eulalia Catholic Church in Coudersport, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11am in the church. Burial will be in St. Eulalia Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, family requested memorial contributions in Theresa’s name be made to the Coudersport Area School District general scholarship fund or the Coudersport Area School District Sports Boosters (698 Dwight Street; Coudersport, PA 16915).
Theresa’s family have entrusted her arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 North East Street, Coudersport, PA. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Theresa received excellent compassionate care and dedicated attention from the staff at Cole Manor and Sweden Valley Manor, and her doctor Mark Shelley, and her family would like to recognize and thank them for their work.
Eugene C. Pondo Jr., age 82, husband of the late Mary M. (Sowizdral), passed away peacefully on May 31, 2023 surrounded by his family.
Gene leaves behind his children Jeanmarie Pondo (Jack), Julia Meachem (Bill), Eugene Pondo lll (Roxanne), John Pondo (Stacy), Joshua Pondo (Marcie). He was the father of the late Judith Sherwood (David).
His legacy will live on in his grandchildren: Jeremy, Thomas, Carman, James, Samantha, Brittany, Christopher, Eugene lV, Kelsey, Mary Elizabeth, Curtis, Michael, Amelia, Marleen, Luke, Zachary, Megan, Nate and Katherine. His great-grandchildren: Laana, Christina, Aubrey, Morgan, Tristan, Logan, Damien, James, Gabby, C.J., Isabella, Carsyn H., Cohen, Emily, Carsyn J., Lilly-Ann and Charley.
He is also survived by his sisters: Barbara Klienguenther and Mary Jane Werkley . Sisters in law: Madeline Mullen (Mike) and Karen Pondo, numerous nieces and nephews and special cousins: Walt and Karen Koneski, Friends: CP, Sue and Donna. He will be missed by his dogs, Belle and Beau.
He was preceded in death by his parents Eugene Sr. and Mary J. (Zygmont), brother Kenneth Pondo and sister Karen Clarke.
Gene touched the hearts of many and will be missed dearly. He was known by some as “The Hillbilly from Philly”, but as a gentleman to all. His quick wit, unique musical interludes and smart rhymes will be remembered fondly. If you were to ever visit Gene, you’d either find him baking his favorite pound cake, at the barn with his “critters” or most likely reclining in his chair watching his favorite westerns shows. He’d offer you a Genny or a shot of brandy and enjoy your company. He was an accomplished Pinochle player and if you were up for a few hands that was an added bonus for him. He was an avid hunter, especially small game hunting- while only on foot.
He served in the U.S. Army- receiving commendations for his superior performance in individual weapons including small arms maintenance as an Armorer of Headquarters and Headquarters Company with 1st Medium Tank Battalion (Patton).
Gene retired from the Philadelphia School District as a Maintenance Foreman for more than 30 years. And that was Gene, a simple guy with a huge heart who knew what he wanted and did it. His family would like to extend thanks to all who provided assistance to Gene and Mary at any time that it was needed.
Family and Friends may call at St. Bibiana’s Catholic Church, Galeton PA on Tuesday June 6th from 10 am – 12pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 12 pm with Father Joseph Dougherty officiating. The family will have a private burial at a later date. A celebration of life will be in the church hall following mass.
In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to: The American Legion or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital- PO Box 3704, Memphis, TN 38101-2132. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Frank F. Krupa, of Warren, PA, died peacefully with his son at his side, on Monday, May 29, 2023, in Lebanon, N.H. Born November 8, 1929, to Joseph and Helen Gritzer Krupa in Johnstown Pennsylvania, Frank had an interesting childhood which he would tell us about often.
He graduated from Johnstown High School in 1948 and was employed by Bethlehem Steel until he wanted to enlist and serve his country during the Korean War. In 1949 he completed his training as an Aviation Electronics Technician for the U.S. Navy.
Between 1949 and 1953 when he was honorably discharged, he worked on an aircraft carriers and repaired radios on planes. During that time, he traveled the world and returned with interesting stories of the beautiful places he saw and the tragedy that unfolded as the result of war.
After the war, he attended California University of Pennsylvania. It was during that time that he met Anna, his wife, and completed his studies to become a teacher.
He married Anna on August 2, 1958, at St. Joseph Church, Roscoe, PA, then moved to Warren, PA, and started his teaching career at the Warren Area County School District, teaching at the former Beaty Junior High School, grades 7-9 as an industrial arts teacher and shop teacher.
Every day of his 33-year career he wore a suit and tie to school. Both the teachers and students well-liked him. Thousands of students learned from him while residing in Warren. At some point, he even taught some former students’ children.
One of Frank’s favorite pastimes was fishing. During the summers, he spent his time fishing at both Chapman Dam and Kinzua Dam with his children and then later on with his grandchildren. He’d loved wearing his fishing gear and teaching the craft to another generation while just looking out at the water.
He also loved growing fruit trees, blueberries, grapes, and tomatoes. He enjoyed going outside and picking some fresh fruit to share.
Frank was an avid reader who loved to delve into novels and then discuss them with family. He also was interested in building model planes. Many days you would find him watching a classic western on TV. which were his favorites.
He loved all his family and enjoyed visiting or talking to them as often as possible.
During his lifetime he was a member of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church in Warren.
He is survived by his 2 children – Karen Glas and husband, Richard, of Waxhaw NC, and Brian Krupa of West Dover VT, Edward and Jean Krupa, Johnstown, PA; Eugene and Ethel of St. Michael, PA; Patricia, Bob Alvarez, Sumter, SC and Mike Krupa of Johnstown. He has 3 grandchildren -– Dr. Jessica Boben and her husband Ken Boben of Monroe, NC, David Glas of Durham NC, and Sarah Glas of Chapel Hill, NC. He also has two great-grandchildren Kenny Boben and Finn Boben.
In addition to his parents Joseph and Helen (Gritzer) Krupa, he was preceded in death by his wife, Anna D. Litavec Krupa Joseph Krupa, Stepmother, Anna, John Krupa, and Mary Ritchey.
Friends will be received at Holy Redeemer Church Gathering Space, 11 Russell Street, Warren, PA., from am on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial with the Fr. Stephen Schreiber, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Holy Redeemer Church Building Center Fund.
John J. Bundy III, 53, of Moffit Ave. in Kane, PA passed away Monday at UPMC-Hamot. He was born in Kane on Nov. 24, 1969, the son of Nancy (Zuchowski) McKinney and the late John Bundy Jr.
John held many titles in life with his favorite being that of father. He loved nothing more than spending time with his two sons. John fought a battle with kidney disease for 35 years. Because he endured so much, he truly appreciated the simple things, especially going for rides with Andy in his jeep and going to the casino with Derek.
In addition to his mother he is survived by two sons, Derek (Lauren) Bundy and Andrew Bundy both of Kane; one sister Jackie (Dennis Asel) Lindquist of Kane; one brother Adam (James Marshall) Bundy of Shelter Island, NY; two stepsisters, Kathy Wojcik and Tracy (Ira) Nearing; three stepbrothers, Samuel, James and Thomas McKinney and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, his stepmother Frankie Bundy; his paternal grandparents, John Bundy Sr. and Joyce Bundy and his maternal grandparents, Adam and Doris Zuchowski.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation on Saturday (June 3) from 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Heather Glogau officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Tabor Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
James E. Magnuson, 77, of Pine Ave., Kane, PA passed away Tuesday (May 30) at his residence. He was born in Kane on Oct. 26, 1945, the son of the late David and Mary (Johnson) Magnuson.
He graduated from Kane High School in 1963 and then attended college for two years at Edinboro and Jamestown Community College. In 1967 he joined the U.S. Army and was sent to Vietnam in 1968 as a psychological operations specialist. During his tour he served on missions with units of the Third Marine Division, Special Forces, Fifth Mechanized Infantry Division, 101st Airborne and the First Cavalry. He returned to Ft. Bragg in 1969 to serve the remainder of his enlistment. During that time representatives of the fledgling Air Marshall Program attempted to recruit him but he declined their offers and returned to Kane in 1970. From that time until his retirement, he worked in and around the Kane area as a self-employed carpenter/cabinet maker.
He is survived by many cousins, both in Kane and throughout the U.S.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family. His cremated remains will be buried at the family lot at Forest Lawn Cemetery, where he will join his maternal grandparents, parents and uncles.
Memorial donations may be made to the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave. Bradford, PA 16701.
A graveside committal service for Debra A. Kowalski, 61, will be conducted at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Johnsonburg, on Saturday June 3, 2023 at 10 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor of Holy Rosary Church, officiating. Debra passed away unexpectedly in Michigan City on December 27, 2022.
Debbie was born on June 5, 1961 in Pennsylvania, a daughter to Stanley Kowalski and the late Sandra Calkins Kowalski, of Long Beach, IN. She is also survived by a daughter Amanda (Robert) Fries-Lee; a son Michael Fries; two grandchildren, Cecelia and Owen; two brothers, Mike (Rich Masterson) Kowalski and Steven Kowalski; and many loving friends. Debbie was a graduate of Marquette High School and loved to bake cookies and crochet. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Local arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, PA.
If desired, memorials may be made to the Michiana Humane Society, Inc. 772 IN-212, Michigan City, IN 46360 or to Stepping Stone Shelter for Women 601 Wabash St., Michigan City, IN 46360.
Ruth E. CLOSE, 81, of Wellsville, NY, died Tuesday, May 30, 2023 in Hart Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville after a long illness. Born October 13, 1941, in Seven Bridges, Coudersport, PA, she was the daughter of Donald Robert and Pruella Edith Toombs Dunn.
On May 19, 1962, in Whitesville, she married Elwin James “Jim” Close, who predeceased her on April 17, 2022, just shy of their 60th wedding anniversary. Ruth was a homemaker most of her life. She and Jim owned and operated the Dill Pickle Restaurant in Wellsville for 33 years, retiring in 2008. She was a hero to many and loved her family with her whole heart. She was a sophisticated lady, compassionate, loving, patient, gentle, hard-working, brilliant businesswoman, painter, reader, seamstress, world traveler, and beach lover. Ruth enjoyed making days special with spontaneous car rides and picnics. She was a devoted woman of faith.
Surviving are: four children, Bradley Close of Wellsville, Lisa (Dean) Giopulos of Wellsville, Steven Close of Churchville, and Donald (Margaret) Close of Silver Creek; eight grandchildren, Eric, Sarah, Jenna, Heather, Michael, Stephanie, Emily, and Jacob; a great-granddaughter, Anelle; five brothers, Donald I. (Marie) Dunn of Homer, Larry W. Dunn of Cortland, John P. (Honey) Dunn of Ulysses, PA, Robert S. Dunn of Ulysses, PA, and Roy J. (Rhonda) Dunn of Groton; two sisters, Irene (Joseph) Brown of Culpeper, VA and Janet Button of Salt Lake City, UT; sister-in-law, Joan Close of Warren, PA; nieces and nephews.
In addition to husband, she was predeceased by four sisters, Christine Dunn, Esther Vera Dunn, Carol Marie Tanner Babbitt, and Mary Evelyn Gardner; and a brother-in-law, Donald Close.
Funeral Services will be held privately at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Kinney. Memorials may be made to Hart Comfort House of Allegany County, 141 E. State Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Leo “JR” Grimone Jr., 86, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands Elk, St. Marys, PA early Wednesday morning (May 31, 2023). He was born December 15, 1936 in Emporium, PA a son of the late Leo and Ida Razey Grimone. He married the late Francis Geelen Mix and later Elaine Talbott Barnett.
JR graduated from Emporium High School and then from Williamsport Technical School. He owned and operated Bucktail Broadcasting Corp. until 1992 he then owned and operated North Creek Farms along with Curt Fuenffinger.
He is survived by two daughters, Terri Grimone and Betty Grimone, both of Emporium; two sons, Leo Grimone, III (Jana), McKinney, TX and Robert Mix (Kim Hamilton), Boalsburg, PA; two step-sons, Eric Barnett, Bradford and Michael Barnett (Valerie), Treasure Lake; eight grandchildren; Kerri, Jamie, Kyle, Curtis, Ricky, Nathan, Jay, and Brett. Eight great grandchildren; two brothers, Sam Grimone (Nancy), Saranac Lake, NY and Michael Grimone (Carol), Chautauqua, NY; brother-in-law, David Cobbler, Essex Junction, VT; sister-in-law, Margaret Grimone, Emporium; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wives he was preceded in death by daughter, Margret Mix Summers; two sons, Richard and Donald Mix; grandson, Cole LaBrozzi; step son, Chris Barnett; brother, William Grimone and a sister, Patricia Cobbler,
Visitation will be at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E 4th St., Emporium, PA on Friday from 4:00-7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Saturday (June 3, 2023) at 10:00 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.
Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, 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
Virginia J. “Joni” Main, 88, of Emporium, PA passed away at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, PA on Wednesday morning (May 31, 2023) She was born August 24, 1934 a daughter of the late Charles and Lula Maybelle Shaylor Nellis. She married the late Leo J. Main.
Joni graduated from Emporium High School and worked for many years at Emporium Secondary. She enjoyed butterflies and spending time with her family
She is survived by daughter, Merri Burkhouse (Rob), Ridgway; son, Ronald Main (Lisa), Emporium; son, Brian Rodman (Jen), Olean, NY; daughter-in-law, Jean Main, Ridgway; numerous grandchildren; one great grandchild and a brother, Robert Nellis, Emporium.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Leo J. Main; a son, Randy Main and a daughter, Judy Main Studer; grandchildren, Bradley Rodman & Ronnie Main; four sisters, Shirley Collins, Betty Gaenzele, Annabelle Nellis and Joanne Austin, four brothers, Richard, Gary, Jim and Charles “Joe” Nellis.
There will be No Visitation. Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA
Donna C. (Campbell) Owen, 98, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Monday May 15, 2023, at the Green Home in Wellsboro.
She was born July 7, 1924, in Elmira, NY to Theodore and Bertha Angelina (Norman) Campbell. On April 14, 1946, she married Jack L. Owen.
Donna graduated from Northside High School of Corning, NY in 1942. To support WWII, she built bomb sights alongside other women. Upon her graduation from Albany State Lab School, she worked in state labs in Geneva and Corning, NY. She then worked as a lab technician for Soldiers and Sailors for 38 years, and also ran the blood bank.
She and Jack were founding members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Wellsboro, and active in its construction, later they were a part of the formation of Hope Lutheran Church in Charleston, and more recently she had been active in the Wellsboro Baptist Church through the Shared Home.
Donna was active in Business and Professional Women, she supported the local Lion’s Club as a spouse of a member, was a Scout leader with the Brownies and Girl Scouts of America, enjoyed gardening, loved being a grandmother and a great-grandmother, and was an avid Penn State Football fan.
Donna is survived by her son: Jay Owen LCDR USNR Ret. (Deborah) of Shillington, PA; a daughter: Jan Bennett (Alan) of Nichols, NY; four grandchildren: Amy Jo Clinard (Mickey), Travis Bennett (Britt), John Owen EOC USN (Agata), and Laura Owen; and seven great-grandchildren, she was a dedicated dog-mom and is survived by her faithful companion Chip. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a sister: Sara Anne VanOrder.
Donna’s family has entrusted her arrangements to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to her life at a memorial service 12:00 noon June 16, 2023 at the Salem Lutheran Church, 3536 Nauvoo Road, Liberty, PA 16930.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in Donna’s memory be made to the Wellsboro Shared Home, 27 Bacon Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Mary L. Heatherdale, 83, of 271 Benzinger Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at her residence, following a lengthy illness.
She was born September 23, 1939, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Tobias “Francis” and Loretta Bobenrieth Lanzel. Mary was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1957. She earned her associate degree in radiology and was an X-ray technician in Ridgway.
On May 7, 1966, in St. Leo’s Church, Mary married Arthur L. Heatherdale, who survives. They were blessed to share 57 years of marriage.
In addition to her loving husband, Mary is survived by her daughter, Caron Heatherdale of Ridgway, her son, Brad Heatherdale of St. Marys, and by one brother, Joseph Lanzel of Rhode Island.
Mary was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church and loved her time with her husband and children.
There will be no visitation.
Funeral and committal services will be held privately by Mary’s family.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to a favorite charity of one’s choosing.
Funeral services are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Philip A. Reese, 78, of Main St., Roulette, PA passed away Tuesday (May 30, 2023) in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born May 22, 1945, in Olean, NY, he was a son of Ferman and Aurelia Nicklaus Reese. On Oct. 14, 1993, in Coudersport, he married Nancy L. Tucker, who survives.
Philip was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 1963.
He was employed with North Penn Gas Co. for several years before he retired. After retiring from, North Penn Gas Co., he worked as a self-employed truck driver for several years.
Philip was a former union president of United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America, local 2799. He enjoyed racing, and owned and raced his own stock car. He loved the Pittsburgh Pirates and Buffalo Bills.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Nancy, are two sons, Dean P. Reese, and Jonathan N. Fredenburg of Coudersport; a daughter, Michelle L. Fredenburg of Roulette; five grandchildren; a twin sister, Phyllis A. (Gene) Harris of Lincoln, NE; and several nieces and nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Carolyn L. Neefe.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date and time to be announced.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be sent to: Nancy L. Reese, 225 Main St., Roulette, PA 16746.
Russell E. Almony, 79, of Blossvale, passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse. Born in Port Alleghany, PA, on April 23, 1944, he was a son of the late Robert and Mabel (Boyer) Almony. On July 3, 2004, he was united in marriage to Susan Scott Hummel.
Russ served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War from 1963-67. He was a member of the Sylvan Beach American Legion Post #1153, where he and his wife, Sue, enjoyed volunteering for many functions and where he made many friends.
Russ drove tractor trailer for many years, first for Laribbee Wire and most recently for International Wire.
He loved to hunt and would travel back to Pennsylvania to hunt deer and bear. He had a passion for goose hunting and was always proud to share his goose hotdogs with whomever would try them.
Russ loved to mow lawns, not just his own property, but also for some his neighbors and friends. Sue called him her “mowing man.” He also enjoyed maintaining and spending time with family and friends at their “crick” property.
The thing that Russ enjoyed most was spending time with family and friends. He had a true gift of connecting with and making new friends wherever he went. He was a kind soul and will be missed by many.
Surviving besides his loving wife, Sue, are three daughters, Deanna Nason (Phil), Deborah Burch and Holly Nichols (Jason); stepchildren, Lance Kapps (Crystal), Rebecca MacFarland (Mark), Jodi Hummel (John Harris), Scott Williams (Adja) and Kevin Hummel (Tazz); two sisters, Connie Stegman (Bill) and Judy Howard (Rodney); ten grandchildren, Michael and Matthew Nason, Justin Burch (Lena), Ethan, Morgan and Jack Kapps, Katja Harris, Sabrina Metott (Cody), Ty Williams and Allyson Pope; two great-grandchildren, Lincoln Metott and Miley Harris; Sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Mary Squires (Thomas), Cathy Radley (Jeffrey), Gary Scott (Sybil) and Dale Scott (Leona); and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Shirley Dyer; son-in-law, Carl Burch; special nephew, Nate Howard; and uncle, Gerald Scott.
Russ’s family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Upstate Medical Center for their wonderful care and compassion.
Graveside services will be held on Monday, June 5th at 10:00 a.m. at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Camden. Family and friends are invited to call at Nunn and Harper Funeral Home, Inc., 9464 State Rt. 13, Camden, NY 13316, on Sunday, June 4th from 1-4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Russ’s memory to the Sylvan Beach American Legion Post #1153, 703 Clifford Ave, Sylvan Beach, NY 13157.
Beverly Stafford Davis, 85, passed away in hospice care at the Green Home early June 1st, 2023.
She will be dearly missed by friends and family, including her husband of 59 years: Bruce Davis; brother: Paul (Phyllis) Stafford; cousin: Paula (William) Greer; nephews: Todd Stafford and Michael (Sabrina) Stafford; great-niece: Danielle (Kyle) Wagner; great-nephews: Taylor and Cayden Stafford; and her beloved dog: Katie. Bev was born on March 19, 1938, the daughter of the late Pete and Wuanita Stafford. She graduated from Wellsboro High School in the class of 1956 where she was an exceptional coronet player as well as a vocal student under the tutelage of Rosa Hamilton. Her love and talent for music led to a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Mansfield College in 1961. Upon receiving her degree, she accepted a teaching position at Towanda High School. Barely older than her students, she became the director of the Black Knights marching and concert bands, taught various music theory classes and was the director of many school concerts and Broadway-Style musicals. In addition, she was the choir director at Towanda’s Methodist Church.
Life took an interesting turn in 1970 when she accompanied Bruce to his new assignment at Elmendorf AFB, Alaska. The adventure began when she drove her own car from Wellsboro to Anchorage via the dangerous, unpaved 600-mile Alcan Highway. Once there, she began to embrace life in this strange new place. She accepted a teaching position at a private school, enjoyed weekend camping trips in the wilds, and was an avid night skier at Mount Alyeska, known as: “The Steep and Deep”.
She and Bruce returned to the lower 48 during the summer of 1973. They settled in Woodbridge, VA, where Bev joined the Prince William County School System. During her 30-year tenure there she taught music. In 2003, as retirement neared, they began designing a new home in Wellsboro, each weekend visit town allowing Bev the opportunity to make yet one more revision to the plan. They remained in Woodbridge until 2008, at which time they returned permanently to the hometown where it all began.
Bev’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA. Per Her request there will be no memorial service and her burial in Wellsboro Cemetery will be private. Donations in Bev’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society donate.cancer.org. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Joan R. Cauley, 92, formerly of Iron Run Road, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Hudson, MA. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Winifred E. Canaan, 97, of North Branch, Eldred, PA passed away on Sunday (May 28th, 2023) at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born on Aug. 5, 1925, she was the daughter of Arthur and Susie Neale Fitzsimmons. On June 1, 1945 in Bradford, she married Everal R. Canaan who preceded her in death on April 17, 1999.
Winifred was a 1943 graduate of Corsica High School. She was a member of the Eldred United Methodist Church. Family was very important to her, and she was always there for everyone. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
Surviving are three sons, Raymond (Gloria) Canaan of Winder, Ga. and Tom (Deborah) Canaan of Eldred; Sid (Kay) Canaan of Bradford, two daughters, Patricia (John “Ozzi”) Schwab of Eldred, Rev. Linda (John) Allen of Dover, Fla.; one sister, Virginia Smith of Smethport; 21 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband; one son, William Canaan; and one daughter, Connie Goldsmith.
Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2023, and again on Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Frame Funeral Home, at which time funeral services will be held.
John Tyrone Goerlich, 63, passed away at home, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, surrounded by family following an extended illness.
John was the son of Pauline Steinmeyer and stepson of Charles Steinmeyer. He attended Warren Area High School. John graduated with an associate degree from Jamestown Community College and a bachelors degree from Penn State University.
After high school, John enjoyed working at Pellegrino Foods during their early years. John considered his most challenging accomplishment to be learning the Krebr Cycle during his bio- chemistry class at Penn State. John worked briefly as a caseworker for the. PA Dept. of Welfare in Philadelphia, PA., and as a substitute teacher for Warren Area School District before starting his career as a land surveyor with American Bridge and later Allen and Company in Orlando, Fl.
John was an enthusiastic outdoorsman and especially enjoyed camping in Allegheny National Forest and Ocala National Forest, when he was in Florida. He spent a summer traveling across the United States, visiting the National Parks while camping along the way. Some of John’s surveying jobs took him to the Bahamas and the American Virgin Islands, where he very much enjoyed the island life.
John was preceded in death by his step-father, Charles Steinmeyer in 2019, and his brother-in-law, Robert Cole in 2018.
He is survived by his mother, Pauline Steinmeyer, his brother, Timothy of. Pensacola, FL, his sisters, Jeannie Cole of Home, PA., Jo Ross of Warren, PA., step-brother, Randall Steinmeyer of San Diego, CA., Step-sister, Freya Steinmeyer Wilkes of Mission Viejo, CA.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Warren County Memorial Park. A celebration of John’s life will be held at a later date and time to be announced. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
M. Jane Shaw, 99, of Bradford, formerly of Mercer, PA passed away on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 3 at the First Presbyterian Church with a celebration of Jane’s life to immediately follow at 11 a.m. in the church with the Rev. Robert Klouw officiating.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Elizabeth J. “Betty” WALKER, 85, of Stannards, NY, died Tuesday, May 30, 2023 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Born August 19, 1937, in Scio, she was the daughter of Richard and Virginia Barhight Jacobs. On November 16, 1957, in Scio, she married Donald S. Walker, who predeceased her on May 15, 2019.
A graduate of Scio High School, she was employed as an operator by Bell Telephone Company before and after her marriage. Betty was a school bus driver in Whitesville for three years and in Scio for 19 years. She was a member of the Willing Fire Department Auxiliary and Bible Union Church in West Bingham, PA.
Betty loved to hunt and fish. She enjoyed fishing with the kids, especially her nephew, Rick. In retirement, Betty enjoyed her luncheons with her special friends throughout the years.
Surviving are: four daughters, Gale (Jerry) Varney of Dansville, Victoria Walker of Wellsville, Lynn Walker of Scio, and Ellen (Lance) Cornelius of Wellsville; eight grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Ilene Nickerson McDowell of Scio; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a grandson, Kyle N. Walker, on August 8, 1999; and a brother, Robert Jacobs.
Friends may call Friday, June 2, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 & 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY, where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM. Pastor Marty Reisman will officiate. Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery, Scio.
Memorials may be made to Wellsville Volunteer Ambulance Corps or the Willing Volunteer Fire Department. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Virginia G. Zeedar, 98, of Ludlow, PA, died peacefully Wednesday morning, May 31, 2023. She was born April 7, 1924, in Miola, Clarion Co., PA. Virginia was the daughter of Charles Walters and Mae Swartzfager Walters Lundin.
She has resided in Ludlow, PA., for the past 63 years. Virginia was employed with the former Kane Shirt Factory. She was a member of Moriah Lutheran Church, the church Rebekah Circle, Ludlow American Legion Post Ladies Auxiliary, Ludlow Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Virginia was an avid gardener and enjoyed reading.
She is survived by her daughter, Betsy Zeedar of Ludlow, PA., her sister, Patricia Lucia and husband, Gene of Kane, PA., 2 Stepsisters – Lauren Okruch of Ludlow, PA., Marian McClintock of Waterford, PA., 1 Stepbrother – Robert Lundin of Cambridge Springs, PA., several nieces, and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Zeedar, 6 Siblings – Dean, Jerry, Dick and Merle Walters, Beulah Kirsch and June Walters.
Private funeral services will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Gibbs Hill Cemetery, Ludlow, PA.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Morah Lutheran Church, 20 Church Street, Ludlow, PA., 16333 or McKean County Humane Society, 80 Glenwood Avenue, Bradford, PA., 16701.
E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA., has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
