Douglas M. Koenig of Maple Avenue, Allegany, NY passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at the Buffalo VA following a short illness.
Doug was born on November 25, 1962, in Rochester and was the son of Donald G. and Louise Williams Koenig.
Doug was a 1980 graduate of Salamanca High School. He enlisted and served in the US Army for 3 years. Doug worked at several restaurants as a Chef in Rochester before moving to Olean where he continued to work as a Chef at the Seneca Allegany Casino in Salamanca for 10 years. Doug was currently working at Home Depot. Doug was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Webster and the Knights Templar in Rochester. He was an avid Buffalo Bills fan.
Michael R. SUCHOCKI, 80, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Boyertown and Gilbertsville, died Wednesday, February 14, 2024 in Roswell Park, Buffalo, NY.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park, Pottstown.
Born October 7, 1943, in Philadelphia, he was the son of John and Catherine Ruskie Suchocki. On September 22, 2008, in Wellsboro, he married Joan M. KappensteinYoung, who survives. A graduate of Mount Carmel High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1961 – 1965 during the Vietnam War. He was employed as a prison guard at SCI Graterford and the Potter County Jail.
Rochelle Huet Laird, 57, of St. Marys and formerly of the Philippines, passed away peacefully at Sweden Valley Manor in Coudersport on Friday, February 16, 2024.
She was born June 8, 1966 in Bulan, Sorsogon, Philippines, daughter of the late Artemio and Sophia Magante Huet. On September 24, 1988 in Cherry Point, NC, she married William T. Laird, who survives.
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Gerald I. “Fuzzy” Fiske II, 39, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away with his loving family by his side on Friday, February 16, 2024, in Erie County Medical Center, Buffalo, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle collision on February 6, 2024.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Donald L. HOCKENBERRY, 81, of Scio, NY, died Monday, February 19, 2024, in Jones Memorial Hospital.
Born July 7, 1942, in Altoona, he was the son of David and Margaret Harris Hockenberry. On April 2, 1977, in Lewiston, he married the former Eileen J. Young, who predeceased him on February 14, 2021. He was employed by the Youngstown School District as a janitor.
Debra L. Caskey, 62, of Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born on May 22, 1961, in Olean, NY, she was the daughter of the late Donald E. and Mary E. (Lindy) Crattie.
She was a 1979 graduate at Bradford High School. She then attended the University of Pitt-Bradford, and later main campus, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in English.
On July 3, 1993, in the First Presbyterian Church, she married Steve R. Caskey, who survives.
Deb worked for Morgan Optical, Seneca Optical, and retired as an Optician at Gateway Ophthalmology.
She was a member of the American Legion Post 108 Auxiliary, and the Pine Acres Country Club. Deb loved to spend time with her family and attend her children’s activities.
Al Mack Van Orden, Jr., 77, of 28 Hall Road, Derrick City, PA passed away, Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the Pavilion at BRMC.
Born October 27, 1946, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Al Mack and E. Jeanne (Schoolmaster) Van Orden, Sr. He was a 1964 graduate of Bradford High School.
He married the love of his life, Diana C. (Campbell) VanOrden on February 14, 1998. She preceded him in death on January 21, 2021.
He was a member of the Foster Township Police Department from 1976 to 1980. He served as Deputy Sheriff of Pratt County KS. from 1980 to 1985. He also drove truck for many years locally and over the road. He was a Briggs and Stratton Master Mechanic last working for Burt Young Sales.
He loved to hunt, fish, and attended Foster Township meetings. He was a life member of the Derrick City Volunteer Fire Department.
Irene C. “Cookie” Nussbaum, 79, of 258 West Creek Road, St. Marys, PA passed away unexpectedly Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Penn Highlands Elk, with her family by her side.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Robert M. Buckheit, 78, of Port Allegany, PA died Sunday (February 18, 2024) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Robert J. Dean: Loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather
Robert J. Dean, 89, of 7796 Rte. 417, Bolivar, NY passed away peacefully Monday, February 19, 2024 at home with family by his side.
Born on August 20, 1934, in Alma, he was the son of the late James and Mildred Cline Dean. On September 27, 1953, in Oswayo, he married the former Frances A. Sturdevant and together they shared the next 70 years together.
Bob was a graduate of Allentown High School. He served in the United States Army and also served in the United States Army Reserves.
He owned and operated Bob’s Auto Body Shop in Bolivar for fifty years from 1970 until his retirement in 2020.
Bob was a member of the Bolivar United Methodist Church, Macedonia Lodge 258 F&AM, the Coudersport Consistory, the Ismailia Shriners, and the Empire State Towing and Recovery Association. He had served on the Advisory Board at Alfred State College for the Auto body/Automotive Technical Program, and had served as President of the Southern tier Auto Body Association in the 1970’s.
Donald E. Richardson “Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Hero”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA — Donald E. Richardson, 76, of Shinglehouse, PA, but a nomad at heart, went home to be with the Lord with his loving family by his side in his home on Saturday, February 17, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on Thursday, March 6, 1947, in Bozeman, Montana, a son of Harold E. and Kathleen Lutes Richardson. In July of 1978, in Kalispell, Montana, he married Catherine S. “Scottie” Lightner, who survives.
Don was a graduate of Belgrade High School in Belgrade, Montana, and was a graduate of The College of Santa Fe, New Mexico, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Education. He also received his pilot’s license at age 17.
Don was a US Army veteran having served in the Vietnam War for 19 months. During his military career, Don was awarded two Air Medals, which are the equivalent of Bronze Stars. He flew just under 1,000 combat hours as a crew chief. He attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. After the war, he joined the US Army Special Forces (Airborne) and later served in the US National Guard.
After 20 plus years working in accounting, Don changed careers to pursue his passion and became a history teacher. He taught social studies for 18 years in New Mexico and North Carolina. He retired from teaching at Southern Lee High School in Sanford, NC in 2014.
Don was a member of Crosstown Alliance Church in Shinglehouse. He enjoyed history, writing, and traveling. Don’s greatest love was his family.
Pauline V. Barner, 103, of Warren, PA died on Saturday February 17, 2024, in her home at the Rouse Suites, Youngsville, PA.
She was born in Tiona, PA on October 12, 1920, the daughter of the late William McClellan and Pearl Duchaine. Pauline was a lifelong resident of Warren and worked as a teacher’s aide for Warren County School District and at Sylvania Electric Wire Division. She also was a nanny for many local families of the Warren area. Pauline was former member of Tiona United Methodist Church and the First Methodist Church in Warren.
On December 23, 1940, she married Raymond R. Barner in Warren, he passed on August 9, 1979.
Joseph P. STALLONE, 67, of Wellsville, NY died Thursday, February 15, 2024.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 from 2:00 – 4:00 & 7:00 – 9:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM, Wednesday, February 21, 2024 in Immaculate Conception Church, Wellsville. The Rev. James Hartwell will be the Celebrant.
Born April 27, 1956, in Buffalo, he was the son of Vincent Vito and Mary Martone Stallone. On January 1, 2001, in Wellsville, he married the former Lisa Peck, who survives.
Joe was a graduate of Bishop Timon High School in Buffalo and Erie Community College. He was employed as store manager at Bridgestone Tires in Buffalo, commercial manager at AutoZone in Wellsville, and recently as a salesman at Bokman of Wellsville. He enjoyed playing golf, going to car shows with his Corvettes, and watching the Sabres and Bills play. Joe was a kind-hearted man that would light up any room he walked into.
Surviving besides his wife, Lisa, are: five children, Joseph Stallone of Buffalo, Vincent Stallone of Wellsville, Samantha (Glenn) Phillips of Chesapeake, VA, Jesse (Bristol Lee) Nye of Aiken, SC, and Danielle (Matt) Gardner of Lexington, SC; seven grandchildren, Dominick, Anastasia, Camryn, Liam, Piper, Sydney, and Abigail; a sister, Donna (David) Sarratori of Palm Coast, FL; a nephew, James Sarratori; a niece, Christina Sarratori; his mother-in-law, Susan Peck of Wellsville; and countless other family and friends, including his close friend, Rich (Mary) Iantorno. He was predeceased by his parents; and father-in-law, Richard Peck.
Marvin K. JAMES, 62, of Belmont, NY, died on Monday, February 12, 2024 at his home after a long illness.
Marvin Kenneth James was born on October 16, 1961, to Millicent (Stuck) King and Leland James. His father died when he was eight years old. With his mother unable to care for all the children, he and his siblings were placed in foster care. He was in the care of Robert and Frances Ames of Friendship and then arrived at the home of James and Lois Balcom in 1970. He was accepted and considered as one of their own. He continued to be close to both foster families up until his death.
He graduated from Friendship High School in 1981. After High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany before coming back to the states. He was employed by Macler Industries in Friendship for some time and the former Stuffer’s cookies, previously known as Farnsworth’s Cookies Factory in Cuba, NY for several years.
Marv could be described as comical, strong, outgoing, selfless, who gave with his whole heart and loved unconditionally. He had a love for his family and friends. He enjoyed time outdoors, all wildlife, NASCAR racing, listening to country and classic rock. As long as Marv was busy, he was happy. In his younger years, family remembers him driving his motorcycle in the dead of winter in Friendship and the surrounding area. If you were a stranger in a store, Marv always made it a point to say “How are ya doing today?” and may have even offered to help you put your groceries in your car.
He was always down for conversation and was often found at the Modern Diner in Wellsville having coffee among the locals. He was always willing to give a helping hand everywhere he went. If family or friends needed help, he was there. Marv will also always be remembered for his witty personality and many of his signature lines, “See you on the flip side, or in agreement, “10-4!” will be missed by all!
He was one of fifteen children, along with foster family that were a part of who he held close.
Stanley D. Ferguson, 81, of Big Shanty Road, Lewis Run, PA passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024, at his residence.
Born September 20, 1942, in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Stanley and Jean (Markunas) Ferguson.
Stan was a 1960 graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School in Drexel Hill.
In July of 1960, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served until his honorable discharge in 1964. Stan was a Qualified Parachutist and a Naval Gunfire Forward Observer, deployed in the Fleet Marine Force in the Far East and the Mediterranean Sea.
After military service Stan was employed by J.W. Marriott Corporation in Philadelphia. He later used his GI Bill to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Villanova University. Subsequently, he returned to Marriott and managed one of their restaurants. In the early 80’s Stan visited Westline for a couple of winters to train his sled dogs and soon afterward moved there permanently. Stan was employed as a waiter at the Westline Inn for over 30 years, retiring in 2020.
Stan enjoyed raising and training his Siberian Huskies and mushed his teams twice in the Alaskan Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. He was a member of the International Sled Dog Racing Association and ran his sled dogs in Western Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio and Michigan.
Penny L. Dickey, 64, of North Maple Ave., Ridgway, PA passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 16, 2024, at her residence.
She was born on December 16, 1959, in Ridgway, a daughter of Nancy Merritt Trumbull and the late Robert Trumbull.
On October 26, 2007, she married Robert Dickey, who survives.
Penny lived in Ridgway and the surrounding area most of her life and worked many jobs at local restaurants and establishments. She loved her friends in Christ and enjoyed Bible studies with them when she was able. She was most proud of her children and was always there to support them through life, no matter what. Penny will be remembered for so many things in her life through those that will continue on without her. She always had little gifts to bear and was the haver of all things. If anyone was ever needing something random, the answer was always “G-ma probably has one!”, and she almost always did. Penny would want to be remembered for the love she had for her family, grandkids, and being the host of the crazy family get togethers. She was always in the stands for her grandkids school events and was enjoying her recent two years doting over her youngest 2 grandbabies.
Rochelle Huet Laird, 57, of St. Marys and formerly of the Philippines, passed away peacefully at Sweden Valley Manor in Coudersport on Friday, February 16, 2024.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Greta E. Edminster, 61, of North Branch Rd, Eldred, PA passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at the Snyder Memorial Health Care Center.
Born May 3, 1962 in Olean, NY, she is daughter to Howard F. Sr and Greta (Ault) Yeaples. She is a 1980 graduate of Otto-Eldred Jr-Sr High School.
On June 26, 1982, in Rixford, PA, she married Jeffrey R. Edminster, who survives.
Greta retired from Otto-Eldred Jr-Sr High School, where she worked as a custodian for about 18 years. Her previous employment includes several years at Duke Center Superette and a short time at Temple Particleboard Plant.
North Tonawanda-Sara G. “Sally” Richardson, formerly of Olean, Eldred, Pa , East Aurora NY and Holley, NY passed away Wednesday (February 14, 2024) at the DeGraff Long term Care Facility in N. Tonawanda, NY.
Sara was born in Eldred, Pa on March 10, 1923. She was the daughter of the late Oscar and Lillian Brown Carpenter and sister to the late Gerald Carpenter and the late Myrl Reed.
Sara graduated from Otto/Eldred High School and the Westbrook Academy in Olean.
She married Morris E. Richardson, Jr whose family owned Richardsons Grocery on N.13th and W State St. He predeceased her in 1996. When Morris left for the south Pacific, Sara worked at Ft. Monmouth, NJ for the three years he served. Sally was the leader of the steno pool at the Developmental Laboratory there. She was a Church Secretary for many years at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Aurora. After her husband’s retirement from Moog in E Aurora and returning to Olean, Morris became active in the family business before it was sold. They then moved to Holley NY where she was a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church in Brockport.
Born February 25, 1947, in New York City, NY, he was the son of George and Anna Vrabel Kertis. On March 21, 1987, in Richboro, he married the former Valerie J. Thiers, who predeceased him on January 13, 2014. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a sister, Veronica.
Joseph P. STALLONE, 67, of Wellsville, NY died Thursday, February 15, 2024.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 from 2:00 – 4:00 & 7:00 – 9:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM, Wednesday, February 21, 2024 in Immaculate Conception Church, Wellsville. The Rev. James Hartwell will be the Celebrant.
Linda S. Clyde, 79, of Maple St. in Kane, PA passed away early Thursday Morning at Pinecrest Manor in St. Mary’s. Born March 20, 1944 in Coudersport, she is the daughter of the late George and Virginia (Haynes) Ostrander. On Dec. 9, 1961 she married David Clyde, who survives.
Linda had worked as a nurses aide at the Lutheran Home at Kane and the Kane Community Hospital and she also did private care and had cleaned at Shady Point and Dr. Hipolito’s Office. Linda loved her husband of 62 years who was an amazing and loving husband and care taker, and she was an incredible mother who was always there for her children and grandchildren. She loved watching the animals outside her house when they would come into the yard and she enjoyed going for rides around the local area. She enjoyed her family and her friends and was blessed in so many aspects of life.
Harold C. “Bud” Lanzel, 90, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 154 Wilson Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024, after a lengthy illness with his family by his side.
He was born September 27, 1933, in St. Marys, a son of the late Jerome E. and Lavina T. Ehrensberger Lanzel.
Bud was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1951. He was a retired past president of SMC Powder Metallurgy.
On June 23, 1956, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, he married the late Mary Ann Sporner, who preceded him in death on April 6, 2023.
James F. Coffman, Ph.D., 79, Shelbyville, KY died Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at U. of L. Jewish Hospital in Louisville following a brief illness.
A native of Danville, he was the son of the late Cecil Ray and Thelma Maddox Coffman. Immediately after graduating high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he served honorably for four years. He was then in the Air Force Reserves for an additional two years. Following his military service, he went to college and obtained his doctorate in geomorphology from the University of Wisconsin.
He retired after 25 years of service with the Commonwealth of Kentucky in the Revenue Cabinet as director of property taxation. He was also a realtor/broker associated with Coldwell Banker Rogers Group in Shelbyville and was the owner/operator of Your Old Kentucky Home real estate agency. He was a member of the ACLU, NAACP and Americans for Separation of Church and State. He was an environmentalist and served on the board of the Kentucky Natural Lands Trust. In his leisure time, he enjoyed fishing, cooking, gardening and square dancing.
Richard H. Shreve Sr., 66, of 136 Mill Street, Richburg, NY passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Jones Memorial Hospital after a short battle with cancer.
Born on July 16, 1957, in Olean, NY and he was the son of Ernest “Larry” Adolphis Shreve and Beverly A. (Hoak) Easton.
Richard attended Eldred High School. He had worked for Portville Forest Products before becoming disabled.
He had a very strong passion for Elvis memorabilia from collecting to his dream of one day visiting Graceland.
Ethel Wilson Setman, 91, of Quakertown, PA passed away peacefully in her sleep at 10:55 PM Tuesday, February 6, 2024, in Potter County, PA.
She was the wife of George L Setman IV, who preceded her in death on October 21, 2016. Ethel was born in New York, New York. Ethel was the oldest of 2 children born to Ernest and Sue (Motsko) Wilson.
Ethel graduated from Quakertown Senior High School, Quakertown, PA Bucks County Pennsylvania in 1950. Ethel also graduated from Penn State University in 1954 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics and was an avid fan of the Penn State Nittany Lions Football team. She met her husband George at Penn state and they married on June 18th, 1955.
Maude Augusta MORLEY, 98, of Ulysses, PA, died Saturday, February 10, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport. Born September 23, 1925, in Middletown, NY, she was the daughter of Mack Budd and Eugertha Everitt Morley. On September 17, 1948, in Middletown, she married George Olmsted Morley, who predeceased her on June 24, 2021. A 1944 graduate of Goshen High School and a 1948 graduate of Fredonia State University of New York, she was a teacher at Ulysses Elementary and Northern Potter Children’s School. Maude was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Society. She was a member of the Ulysses Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, and held many leadership positions. Maude and George were active members of the Ulysses Senior Center.
Maude was blessed by God with many talents and was a natural-born leader with the ability to confidently take charge with proficiency in many organizations and events. She had a winning personality that radiated love to all people through her many acts of service. Her life revolved around family, church, music, and school.
Maude was a woman of faith whose actions exemplified the love of God and the saving grace of His Son, Jesus Christ. Upon entering Fredonia State Teachers College, Maude became active with a church and the Student Christian Movement on campus eventually becoming their president and the state secretary. After her marriage to George, the love of her life, they settled in Ulysses in 1953 within sight of the Methodist Church. Church attendance and involvement were essential parts of their growing family.
Because Maude loved children, she decided to get a degree in elementary education. After having nine children, she decided to start her teaching career in the fall of 1960. Except for time off to have one more child, Maude taught for eighteen years. She enjoyed her students, and many still comment that she was their favorite teacher.
Jean Barbara English, a long-time resident of Derrick City, PA died peacefully at home on February 13, 2024 with her son, Ed Jr. at her side.
She was born on March 28, 1941 in Grove City to the late Emma and Sidney Beckwith.
She was married for 54 years to Edward English, Sr., who preceded her in death in 2012.
Jean will be remembered for her kind spirit, loving heart, grace, generosity and delicious dinners and homemade pies. That spirit is why we are so fortunate to have been in her life and to have been loved by her. She gave of herself with no hesitation – always humble and gracious with a twinkle in her eyes. She showed her love in her ready smile, her optimism and her gift of hospitality. So, we are left here, missing her, yet knowing she is in her new home with her Savior.
She was employed as a cook at the former Peterson’s Store, the Bradford Hospital, the Bradford Ecumenical Home and Chapel Ridge.
