Obituaries

Nancy Goode, 89, of Ridgway, died on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor.

Funeral arrangements are in complete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes.

Shirley J. Steudler, age 92, of Launer Drive, Johnsonburg, PA died Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at her daughter’s home in St. Marys. 

A daughter of the late William and Edith (Lundberg) Launer, she was born on September 15, 1930 in Johnsonburg.  On February 14, 1953 she married Charles Edward Steudler, who predeceased her on November 17, 2009.

Shirley is survived by: four children, Douglas (Mary Jean) Steudler of Frederick, MD, Cynthia (Byron Wolfe) Polaski of St. Marys, Thomas (Gina) Steudler of Johnsonburg and William (Michele) Steudler of State College; six grandchildren, Bill, Trista, Leigh, Alyssa, Marissa and Tony; seven great-grandchildren, Sadie, Quinn, Harper, Lincoln, Kailie, Gloria and Kennedy; and a sister, Charlotte “Chudgie” Knopic.

Besides her parents and her husband, Shirley was predeceased by: two sisters, Nancy Yates and Alice McGuinness.

Shirley graduated from Johnsonburg Schools in 1948.  She worked in the office of Johnsonburg Paper Mill for more than twenty years until her retirement.  She was a longstanding, active, member of St. John Lutheran Church.  She enjoyed crafts, sewing, making gifts, Sudoku, crosswords, gardening, driving until the age of 92, spending time with her family, and was especially thrilled at the birth of every great-grandchild.  She had lived all her life in Johnsonburg, until the past year with her daughter, in St. Marys.

At Shirley’s request, there will be no public visitation.

The family will be receiving friends on Friday, May 26, 2023 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the Ubel Funeral Home of Johnsonburg.

Funeral Services will be held, 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 26, 2023 at the Ubel Funeral Home.

The family suggests memorials to the St. John Lutheran Church, the Johnsonburg Senior Center or the Johnsonburg Community Center and will be accepting online condolences at the Ubel Funeral Home website(www.nedzafamilyfuneralhomes.com).

Bert Marovich Jr, of Surfside Beach, SC passed away May 9, 2023, after a yearlong battle with cancer.

Bert made many lifelong friends during the years he lived in Bradford. His circle of friends extended to the men he met at the YMCA, the men he waterskied with on Kinzua Dam and those he snow skied with at Holiday Valley.

The water skiers and snow skiers were an awesome group of men and they made wonderful memories together. Bert passed his love of snow skiing on to his son and grandson. The Marovich men made a trip out west last winter that they hoped was to be the first of many to come. Todd and Todd Henry will ski this winter with the first run dedicated to Bert.

Surviving is his wife of 40 years Linda (Taylor) Marovich, one son Todd (Wendy) Marovich, one grandson, Todd Henry Marovich, one brother, Michael (Tammy) Behney, and their son, Collin Behney, one sister-in-law, Nancy (Taylor) Ellison, and her children, Justin and Lindsey Ellison, and several cousins. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Bert Marovich Sr and Anne Behney, one brother-in-law Mark Ellison.

In lieu of memorials, the family requests you spend quality time with those you love and care about. Those memories will last a lifetime and will help you through any difficult times you may encounter. Quality time is never wasted.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Joseph Vincent Letko passed away on April 12, 2023. Joe was born on October 28, 1948, in Minersville, PA, the son of the late Joseph and Josephine Letko, he was the oldest of four siblings. Joe leaves behind the love of his life, Virginia Letko, and his two children, Joseph Letko (his wife, Beth) and Amy Letko (partner, Jason Peduzzi) and 6 grandchildren which were the twinkle in his eye; Joe, Josh, Ryan, and Mack Letko and Storm and Paris Sivak. Joe also leaves behind his sister, Mary Ellen DiRenzo of Pottsville, PA along with numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Letko and sister, Linda Duffy.

Joe loved being a pappy and enjoyed all stages of his grandchildren’s lives. He relished in the opportunity to watch his grandchildren explore and develop their own interests and always loved a good game of war in the back yard. Summers were always a time of exploration and discovery with pappy. The gang would play for hours and then meet by the fire to discuss the winning techniques. Eventually, through the cycle of life, he was more of a spectator and listener.

Joe was a beloved teacher and wrestling coach at Eisenhower High School for more than 30 years. He was truly passionate about teaching and coaching each one of his students, motivating and sculpting each student athlete to be the best they could be. He remembers each of his students he had during his teaching and coaching career and loved to run into them and talk about past memories. He had an unorthodox way of teaching and coaching that was ahead of his time that students will always remember.  His loud, booming voice will be heard in the gym and in the hallways of the school for many years.

Joe had a passion for literature. He read, recited, and memorized literary greats such as Wordsworth, Keats and Dickens. Daily quotations were an inspiration in the wrestling room and also family time around the dinner table. He always said, ‘To be happy is to be forever young!”

Joe was never one who liked to sit idle, so after retiring from EHS he started Letko’s Dam Water aulingHauling. …Hauling. Starting with a lime green 1976 firetruck, he was determined to enjoy his retirement, ultimately growing his hobby into a successful business that many people will remember for years to come. Joe loved to catch up with his regular customers and children often loved to come and watch him unload water with his trucks and hoses.

Joe will always be remembered for his positive attitude, his zest for life, outgoing personality, and favorite phrase (C’est La Vie), Such Is Life. Joe’s positive, go get ‘em attitude was infectious and inspiring to anyone who met him. He had the ability to make anyone feel welcome and comfortable. If you knew Joe Letko, you realized he was not a man that needed titles or past accomplishments to be remembered, Joe was simply your friend.

Friends may call on Tuesday May 16, 2023, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, in The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, PA. Memorial services will follow in the funeral home at 3:00 pm, with the Rev. Jeffrey Ewing, Pastor, officiating. A celebration of Joe’s life will immediately follow at the Letko residence on Rhine Run Road in Russell, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Warren Cancer Center c/o Warren General Hospital or Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave. Warren, PA. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.

Ethel Eva (Hargrave) Sipes, 100, formerly of Coudersport, PA, finished her earthly journey on May 9, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home in St Marys, PA.

Ethel was a “firecracker” and blazed her way into the world on July 4, 1922 in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She was the only daughter to Guy and Pearl (Smith) Hargrave, and the only sister to her beloved brothers; Earl, Hugh, Keith (Laman) and Jim (James).

Ethel had a happy childhood and was doted on by her father, mother and brothers. Her dear aunt Kizzy also helped to raise her. Ethel graduated from high school as valedictorian of her class and then went on to attend business school.

In 1945 she married Leonard Smith, and they had a son; Jon Smith. In 1954, in California, Ethel married John J Sipes, and they had 4 children together; Scott, Mark, Janet and Lori. They were a military family and moved across the country, from California to New York, making many fond memories along the way. In California, Ethel worked as a librarian. They eventually settled in Coudersport, PA, and made it their home.

In Coudersport, Ethel was part of the community, working at the tax assessment office and as a member of the Coudersport Alliance Church, where she was the church librarian and a dedicated nursery worker. In her retirement, she spent many years volunteering in the Long Term Care unit of Cole Memorial. She was always a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother.

Ethel may be remembered most for her lifelong love of learning and her insatiable hunger for reading.  She was never afraid to try to learn something new; going from having remembered the first car ever driving into her town, to being an avid user of technology and even social media.  She read hundreds of books each year, and never felt like a cent spent on books was a wasted one. She will also be remembered for her unflappable strength, fierce loyalty and incredible stubbornness, but even more-so for her love of chocolate (and anyone who knew her knew it was the best and easiest way to her heart).

Ethel leaves behind her on this earth her children,   Jon Smith of Portland, Oregon, Scott (Mary) Sipes  of Belews Creek, N.C., Mark (Theresa) Sipes of Coudersport, PA, Janet Sipes of Emporium, PA, and Lori (James) Sipes Eastman of Emporium, PA, as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She joined in heaven her parents, husband and brothers, as well her faithful feline companion, Sunny Boy.

A private graveside service will be held.  Family suggest memorial contributions in Ethel’s name be made to the Coudersport Public Library, 502 Park Ave, Coudersport, PA 16915

Her care has been entrusted to Fickinger Funeral Home of Coudersport, PA.  To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.thomasfickinger.com.

Stephen M. Seachrist, 62, of Brookfield, PA, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at UPMC Williamsport. 

Born May 20, 1960 in Sellersville, PA, he was a son of the late Walter and Helen (Grossmyer) Seachrist.  Stephen was a Graduate of Pennridge High School and was married to the former Helen Temple, who survives.

He was a self-employed carpenter for many years and enjoyed riding his Harley and watching ice hockey. He was an avid Philadelphia Flyers fan and loved animals and all living things.

In addition to his wife, Helen Seachrist, Stephen is survived by a stepson, Hans Mielke, Westfield, PA; two stepdaughters, Kristina Mielke, Knoxville, PA and Kimberly Mielke, Knoxville, PA; two brothers, Walter “Wally” (Jennifer) Seachrist, Telford, PA and Terry (Lisa) Seachrist, Argus, PA; a sister, Sue Lavelle, Pennsburg, PA; and several nieces and nephews. 

A Memorial Service will be held at the family’s convenience.

Memorial contributions may be made to an animal rescue of the donor’s choice.

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

ST. CLOUD, Florida—Helen Fuller Cradduck Ahart Adams, 86, of St. Cloud, formerly of Shinglehouse, Pa., passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at her grandson’s camp in Shinglehouse, Pa., after a lengthy illness.

Family and friends may call from 10am to 11am on Monday, May 15, 2023, in the Bell Run Union Church, 904 Taylor Brook Road, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will follow at 11am.

A complete obituary will be published Tuesday.

Helen’s family has entrusted her 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 Helen, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Emery J. “Boney” Allen Jr., 95, of 6 Northgate Drive, Bradford, passed away, May 10, 2023, at The Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born February 1,1928, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Emery J. and Margaret M. (Grant) Allen Sr. He was a 1946 graduate of Bradford High School.

He enlisted and served in the United States Army during Korea, and he was honorably discharged.

On January 8, 1966, in St. Francis Church, he married Mary M. (Parsons) Allen, who preceded him in death on November 13, 2022.

Emery worked at Herm’s TV for 8 years, at Hull Electric for a year, later as a Draftsman for Clark Brothers in Bradford, Dresser Clark in Olean, NY, and Dresser Rand in Wellsville, NY. He retired in 1997.

He was a member of St. Francis Church, and the K of C.

Surviving are two children, Ann (Jim) Bernhard, of Charleston, SC, and James (Victoria Schmid) Allen of Prospect Park, and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, and three brothers, Richard G. Allen, Robert N. Allen, Fred F. Allen.

Family will receive friends on Friday, May 12, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 2 pm on Saturday, in St. Francis Church with Rev. John Jacquel, pastor as Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Red Cross or the Bradford Public Library.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Rosanne M. Giordano, 66, of West Washington Street, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at the Olean General Hospital. 

Born April 2, 1957, in King, WA, she was a daughter of the late William T. and Rose C. (Hiegl) Feldhaus.

Rose was a 1976 graduate of Bradford Central Christian.

On September 25, 1982, in St. Bernard Church, she married Anthony J. “Dode” Giordano, who survives. 

Rose was currently working for the Seneca Allegany Casino, in the Revenue Audit department, as well as owner of Papa Scoops ice cream shop.

Rose, “Grandma,” enjoyed being the Matriarch of her family. She enjoyed family trips, people watching Cubbie baseball, traveling to watch her granddaughter, Annie, compete in gymnastics, spending time with her new grandson, Broxton and always being surrounded by the ones she loved including her dog Maggie Mae.

She was a member of Street Dreams Car Club.

Surviving is her husband Anthony, of 41 years, one daughter, Ashley (Brett) Perry, of Erie, two sons, Christopher (Stephanie) Giordano, of Erie, and Patrick (Katlynn) Giordano, of Bradford, two grandchildren, Annie Giordano and Broxton Perry, three sisters, Joanne (Derek) Biddle, of Crete, Greece, Marianne Feldhaus, of Bradford, and Elizabeth Feldhaus, of Cary, NC, and several nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends on Sunday, May 14, 2023, from 3 pm to 6 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue. Friends are also welcome to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am Monday in St. Bernard Church, with Fr. Jim Gutting, as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

James A. “Jim” McGill, 79, of 218 Willow St., Johnsonburg, passed away late Monday night, May 8, 2023, at Penn Highlands-Elk, St. Marys following a lengthy illness. He was born November 10, 1943 in St. Marys, a son to the late Paul and Nancy Piccolo McGill. On June 25, 1967 in Johnsonburg, he married Donna R. Blashock. She preceded him in death on April 8, 2013. 

Jim grew up in St. Marys attended St. Marys Catholic Schools. After his marriage in 1967, he moved to Johnsonburg and has lived most of his life there. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Central Hose Co., Prince of Piedmont Club, Wilcox Sportsmen’s Club and the CMF Club in St. Marys. He had also been a member of St. Joe’s in Johnsonburg. Jim loved spending time with his grandchildren, gardening, playing pool, listening to Elvis and watching Westerns. He had been especially proud of the softball teams he sponsored when he owned Jim’s Tavern.

Jim retired from Eastern Sintered Alloys in 2013 after 17 years of service. Prior to that, he had owned and operated Jim’s Tavern in Johnsonburg for 10 years and had worked at Stackpole in St. Marys. 

Jim is survived by his children, Timothy “Tim” McGill and his wife Julie of York, PA, Shelley, Mrs. Angel Perez of Johnsonburg, Ray McGill and his wife Nicole of Stephens City, VA and Cheryl, Mrs. Michael Yost of Johnstown, his grandchildren, Halie McGill, Kiefer Kuhn, Keegan Kuhn, Kirsten, Mrs. Matt Galsick, Angel Perez, Jr., Christopher Perez, Keshia Perez, Olivia Perez-McGill, Eli Perez, Lena McGill and Delaney Yost, his great-grandchildren Otto and Isla Galsick and his beloved dog Elvis. He is also survived by brothers John McGill and his wife Carol, Denny McGill and his wife Linda, and his sisters Anita, Mrs. Jim Groll and Annette, Mrs. Howard Meyer all of St. Marys. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. 

Jim is predeceased by his parents and wife. 

A Mass of Christian Burial for James A. “Jim” McGill will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg on Monday May 15, 2023 at 10 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor as celebrant. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery. There will be no visitation. 
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, PA.
If desired, memorial contributions should be made to the Johnsonburg Community Trust, 100 Main St., Johnsonburg, PA 15845.

Joann L. Shuttleworth, 86, of Fern Road, St. Marys, PA died on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor.

She was born on September 19, 1936, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Joseph and Sara Mohr Hoffman.

On February 11, 1956, she married the late Robert L. Shuttleworth, who preceded her in death on May 24, 2019.

Joann was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and graduate of Central High School, class of 1954. She was a member of Queen of the World Church, where she was also a member of the Rosary Alter Society.  She worked at Pure Carbon, retiring after 42 years of service. Joann enjoyed playing cards, gardening, and canning. She had a love for cooking and was always delighted to host family parties.

She is survived by 2 daughters; Diane Wendel and Christine Cheatle, both of St. Marys, 2 sons; Thomas Shuttleworth and his wife Diane and David Shuttleworth and his wife Debbie, both of St. Marys, as well as by 6 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and 8 step great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by 4 siblings; James Hoffman, Alberta Hoffman, Loretta Detsch, and Mary Ann Bobenreith, and by her son- in-law; Gary Cheatle.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Joann L. Shuttleworth will be celebrated on Monday, May 15, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Queen of The World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857, with Fr. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, as celebrant.

Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be held at Lynch Green Funeral Home on Sunday, May 14, 2023, from 5:00PM until 8:00 PM.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Penn Highlands Community Nurses or Queen of The World Church.

Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com

Charles C. “Chuck” Tameris, age 80, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.  He was born on June 7, 1942 in Mount Pleasant, NY a son of the late Richard and Irma (Uested) Tameris and was married for 56 years to Gayle (Frome) Tameris.  Chuck served in the US Army and was the owner of Baxter’s Bakery and Frome Acres Resort for over 30 years. 

He was previously employed by Dresser Manufacturing, Wellsboro, PA.  He loved spending time with his kids and grandkids, mowing lawn, attending pink outs and was an avid Penn State fan.  Chuck enjoyed bowling, baking goodies, watching NASCAR, attending local sporting events, traveling, gambling, and giving back to his community.  He was a member of the VFW, Moose Lodge and was a school board member for the Galeton Area School District for many years. 

Chuck is survived by his wife: Gayle Tameris of Wellsboro, PA, son: Charli Tameris of Wellsboro, PA, daughters: Tiffiny Novinger of Wellsboro, PA, Crystal (Eric) Barrett of Mansfield, PA, brothers: Richard (Francis Anne) Tameris if MD, Bob (Linda) Tameris of FL, Butch (Susan) Tameris of VA, sisters: Marie Clark of TX, Verny (Bob) Swingle of Mansfield, PA, grandchildren: Caitlin (Nick) Levindoski, Cayden Tameris, Tayler Novinger, Cameron Novinger, Reese Barrett, Teagan Novinger, Mason Barrett, Mikey McNair, Ivan Tameris, Tommy Tameris, great grandsons: Luke Levindoski and Walker Levindoski. 

You are encouraged to wear pink for his visitation on Monday, May 15, 2023 from 3 to 7 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. 

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at the Valley Alliance Church, 4858 Rt. 6, Wellsboro, PA, at 11:00 am with Pastor Darryl J. Eyler officiating. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Goodyear Hose Company, 87 Sherman St., Galeton, PA 16922. 

Cheryl D. Card, 77, of Roulette, PA passed away in her home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, after a lengthy illness.

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 Cheryl, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Daniel J. Costello, 70, of Bradford, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.

He was born on December 14, 1952 in Bradford to Rita A. Roberts Costello of Bradford and the late Patrick J. Costello.

He was a 1970 graduate of the former Bradford Central Christian.

Dan was a member of the St. Bernard Catholic Church, the Bradford Eagles club, a volunteer for the Big 30 Charities Classic where he was a past president, a member of former Moose club, a former midget football league coach and a former city councilman.  He loved his family dearly and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.  He loved travelling, boating, kayaking and being at the “yake”.  He was proud to follow in his dad’s footsteps and be known as Santa to many of the area children at Christmas time when he read the children’s letters to Santa on the radio.

He worked at his family’s former business “Seaward’s Variety Store” before being hired at the American Refining Group, where he worked until his retirement in 2018.

In addition to his mother, he is also survived by three children: Sean P. (Chelsey) Costello of Clover, SC, Stacy (Josh) Cobb of Bradford and Katie (Matt Morgan) Costello of Bradford; four siblings: Kevin Costello of Bradford, Betsy Costello of Bradford, Lisa Cagney of Silver Creek, NY and Marie Costello of Bradford; seven grandchildren: Makayla Costello, Madison Costello, Orion Morgan, Tenley Costello, Emily Cobb, Aria Morgan and Daniel P. Costello; his companion since 2014, Clare Pusateri, with whom he resided; his former wife and the mother of his children, Susan Beckwith of Covington and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one infant brother, Sean M. Costello.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 12, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday in the St. Bernard Catholic Church with the Rev. James Gutting, the senior associate pastor as celebrant.

Memorial contributions in Dan’s memory can be made to the Big 30 Charities, P.O. Box 82, Bradford, PA  16701 or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

LeeAnn M. Schloder, 52, of State Street, St. Marys, died at Penn Highlands DuBois on Monday, May 8, 2023, following a brief illness. 

She was born on April 8, 1971 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of  Regis Jr. and Christine Feldbauer Schatz, who survive of Austin. 

LeeAnn was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School and received her bachelor’s degree from Clarion University. In her free time, LeeAnn enjoyed reading, cooking, and camping. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her children. 

In addition to her parents, she is survived by 3 children; Jessica Schloder, Daniel Schloder, and John Schloder, all of St. Marys; 2 brothers, Richard (Sharon) Schatz of Kersey, and George (Tara) Schatz of St. Marys. 

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Norman and Elsie Feldbauer, and by her paternal grandparents, Regis Sr. and Clara Schatz.

A Celebration of Life for LeeAnn M. Schloder is being scheduled and will be announced at a later date.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the a charity of choice. 

Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Str., St. Marys, PA  15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences my be offered to the family at www.lynchgreen funeralhome.com

Rosanne M. Giordano, 66, of West Washington Street, Bradford, passed away, Tuesday, May 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at the Olean General Hospital.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Emery J. “Boney” Allen Jr., 95, of 6 Northgate Drive, Bradford, passed away, May 10, 2023, at The Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born February 1,1928, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Emery J. and Margaret M. (Grant) Allen Sr. He was a 1946 graduate of Bradford High School.

He enlisted and served in the United States Army during Korea, and he was honorably discharged.

On January 8, 1966, in St. Francis Church, he married Mary M. (Parsons) Allen, who preceded him in death on November 13, 2022.

Emery worked at Herm’s TV for 8 years, at Hull Electric for a year, later as a Draftsman for Clark Brothers in Bradford, Dresser Clark in Olean, NY, and Dresser Rand in Wellsville, NY. He retired in 1997.

He was a member of St. Francis Church, and the K of C.

Surviving are two children, Ann (Jim) Bernhard, of Charleston, SC, and James (Victoria Schmid) Allen of Prospect Park, and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, and three brothers, Richard G. Allen, Robert N. Allen, Fred F. Allen.

Family will receive friends on Friday, May 12, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 2 pm on Saturday, in St. Francis Church with Rev. John Jacquel, pastor as Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Red Cross or the Bradford Public Library.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Bradley A. Benson Sr., 67, of Johnsonburg, died unexpectedly at Penn Highlands Elk on May 9, 2023.

He was born on August 4, 1955, in Ridgway, a son of the late Arnold and Mabel Fitch Benson. On September 29, 1978, he married Diane “Bobbie” Lenox Benson, who preceded him in death on March 16, 2011.Brad was a graduate of Johnsonburg High School class of 1973, and then went on to serve in the U.S. Army. He worked as a Truck Driver for many years for various area companies. In his free time, Brad loved to ride his Harley Davidson Motorcycle. He also greatly enjoyed farming and fishing. Brad loved spending time with his family more than anything.

He is survived by 5 children; Brad “Benny” Benson and his wife Erica of Danville, Jesse Benson of Dubois, Bobby Benson of Dubois, Jamie Benson of Connellsville, and Brandy Benson of Dubois.; and by his 6 beloved grandchildren; Caleb, Audie, Kaylee, Riley, Leah, and Brady. He is also survived by 3 siblings; Arla Weible of Johnsonburg, Dennis Benson of Waynesburg, and Dean Benson and his wife Dolley of Johnsonburg.

In addition to his parents and his wife, Bradley was preceded in death by 4 siblings; Patricia Smith, Evelyn Benson, William Benson, and Gregory Benson, and by a brother-in-law; Louie Weible.

Funeral Services for Bradley A. Benson Sr. are being held privately and at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.Memorial Contributions may be made to the Tunnels to Towers Foundation. Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com

Marlene KOLTHOFF, 70, of Chalfont, PA, formerly of Ulysses, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 9, 2023.  Friends are invited to a visitation at the First Baptist Church of Ulysses, 603 South Main Street, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon.  Memorials may be made to The First Baptist Church of Ulysses, P.O. Box 268, Ulysses, PA 16948.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

“beloved son, brother, uncle and friend”

ROULETTE, Pa.—Steven S. “Steve” Unangst, 52, of Roulette, PA passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 7, 2023, in UPMC Wellsboro.

Born on Saturday, June 6, 1970 in Ephrata, he was a son of Ray E. Unangst and Patricia L. “Pat” Haldeman Unangst Kagarise.

Steve was a graduate of Ephrata High School.  After graduating he was employed as a carpenter, where he also built pole barns.  He later was a self-employed farmer owning and operating a dairy goat farm, Misty Maple Farm in Roulette. He also owned and operated Steve’s Farm Fresh Produce in Roulette.

He was a member of the ADGA (American Dairy Goat Association) and a member of the DurcLach Mt. Airy Fire Department.

He was famous for master gardening and known for his garlic beds. Steve enjoyed teaching his brother, Eric, how to show dairy cows and dairy goats.  He loved the great outdoors, duck hunting, fishing, trapping and deer hunting. His dream was to go coon hunting with Eric again. He loved his three favorite Labs–Annie, Buck, and Cocoa. He enjoyed dirt track racing and taking Katie dog with John and Troy spotlighting deer. He was very excited and proud of his nephew, Troy, for taking up a leather working craft.  He was all for letting his sis, Tanya, know when she was wrong.  He most especially loved spending time with his family.  He will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends.

Left to cherish his memory are his mother and best friend, Pat; a brother, Eric Unangst; three stepbrothers; a sister by another mother, Tanya (Perry) Tanner; and two nephews, John and Troy Tanner.

Steve was predeceased by his father, Ray and his stepfather, Roger Kagarise.

In keeping with Steve’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Patricia Kagarise, 1666 Rte. 6W, Roulette, PA 16746.

Steve’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 memory of Steve, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Kelly Sue Shaffer Kirkwood, of Tiona, PA, passed on Monday, May 8, 2023. 

She was born April 12, 1959, in Warren, PA.  She was the daughter of Hartwell and Judy Minor Shaffer. 

Kelly has resided the past 10 years in Tiona, PA., living in her childhood home.  Kelly had a wonderful sense of humor and a biting wit.  She loved to entertain family and friends. 

Her cousin, Reg Darling, penned these words, “The world lost a wild, beautiful, and sometimes strangely wise spirit, yesterday.  When Kelly was younger, spending an evening with her was like running away with the circus.  Later in the gentle embrace of her marriage to Rick, her wildness remained keenly alive, but manifested itself in kindness and deep appreciation of life’s most basic pleasures.  She will be missed, and she will always be with us.”

She is survived by her husband, Richard Kirkwood, her mother, Judy Shaffer, her stepson, Christian Kirkwood, her brother, Jon Shaffer and his wife, Dawn, her sister, Jennifer Hackley and her husband, Jack, several nieces, and nephews who loved to sit and hear Aunt Kelly’s stories.

Kelly was preceded in death by her father, Hartwell Howard Shaffer, stepdaughter, Erin C. Ferry.

A Celebration of Kelly’s life will be held at Tiona United Methodist Church, 111 Six Mile Road, Tiona, PA., on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 2:00 P.M. 

Those wishing to place memorials in Kelly’s name, may do so through the Warren Cancer Center, 105 Lee Street, Warren, PA. 16365.

E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com  The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Timothy A. Sidelinger, 65, of Kersey, PA passed away unexpectedly Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Penn Highlands Elk, surrounded by his family.

He was born November 18, 1957, in Ridgway, son of the late Wallace C. and Rosemond M. Secco Sidelinger.  Tim was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1975.  He was employed at Keystone Powdered Metal company for 42 years as a Class A machinist and tool and die maker before retiring on December 1, 2019.

On July 16, 1983, in St. Boniface Church, Tim married Jamie Sheeley who survives.  They would have celebrated 40 years of marriage together this year. 

In addition to his loving wife, Tim is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Weinzierl and her husband Nathan of St. Marys; his two grandchildren, who were his biggest joy, Westin and Ethan; one sister; three brothers; numerous nieces and nephews; a brother-in-law, Timothy Sheeley; sisters-in-law: Patricia Walker (David), Lisa Feidler, Amy Gorton (Robert); and nephews, Evan and Alex Gorton.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, a brother in infancy, and his mother and father-in-law, Shirley and James Sheeley.

Tim enjoyed spending time with his grandsons whenever he had the chance.  “Papa” was his best title.  Over the years he enjoyed gardening and it seemed the garden got bigger each year.  He had a love for growing blueberries and fruit trees.  It was a frequent occurrence to see him driving his John Deere tractor around the yard.  He cherished his time with his family and his dog, Chloe.  He will be greatly missed.

A Funeral Service will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Friday, May 12, 2023, at 1:00 PM, with the Rev. Kevin Holland officiating.

Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Friday, from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.

Memorial donations if desired may be made to the Fox Township Ambulance Service, 432 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846.

Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.

James M. Fries, 52, of 224 West Corydon St., Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Olean General Hospital.

Born July 16, 1970, in Bradford, he was a son of the late James M. Fries and Beverly A. (Weilacher) Begin. Jim attended Bradford Area Schools.

He worked in customer service at M&M Junction and was employed as a manager for Papa’s Place II.

Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, bowling, and providing 4th of July firework displays.

Surviving is his life companion of 26 years, Ginny Swanson, four children, Kayla Button, James Fries III, Chanelle Keller, and Samantha Swanson, 11 grandchildren, two sisters, Theresa (Chris) Overbeck and Rhonda O’Neil, several nieces and nephews, two uncles, Ronald Weilacher, and George Weilacher, all of Bradford.

He was preceded in death by his parents, maternal grandparents, Edward Clair and Olive “Ollie” (Osborne) Weilacher, one sister Angela Fries-Fehringer, and his step father, Lance Begin.

Friends will be received on Saturday May 13, 2023, from 10:00 am to Noon in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue, at which time funeral services will be held with Fr. Jim Gutting, officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to No Feline Left Behind, PO Box 783, Bradford PA 16701, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Rosalie (Isenberg) Kuhns, 87, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Saturday May 6, 2023, at UPMC Soldiers and Sailors. 

She was born November 3, 1935, in Huntingdon to Fred and Ruth (Gillam) Isenberg.  On June 27, 1959, she married Joel D. Kuhns.

Rosalie was a registered nurse at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. She volunteered for the Red Cross in their Bloodmobile for many years and member of the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro. She was also a member of the Tyoga Country Club where she was an avid golfer. She enjoyed playing cards especially Uno, Phase 10, and Pinochle. Rosalie had a zest for life, she lived her principles and touched many lives.

She is survived by her sons:  Keven Kuhns (Melissa) of Franklin, TN, Erich Kuhns (Aisha) of Baltimore, OH; her daughters:  Diane Winstead of Purcellville, VA, Linnea Repard of Wellsboro, PA; grandchildren:  Jordan Winstead, Jade Simpson, Broc Repard, Taynton Repard, Madisyn Foltz, Ethyn Kuhns, and Holdyn Kuhns; and 6 great-grandchildren.

Rosalie was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and her two brothers David and Fred Isenberg. 

Her friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Rosalie’s life from 12-1pm Thursday, May 11, 2023, at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.

Robert C. JONES, 84, of Lexington, KY, formerly of Scio, NY, died Saturday, March 25, 2023 in the Lexington VA Medical Center. 

A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, May 15, 2023 at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY.  Rev. Glen Layfield will officiate.  Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery, Scio.  Military Rites will be accorded by members of the Wellsville American Legion Honor Guard and active duty personnel from the U.S. Navy.  

Memorials may be made to Morrison Hayes American Legion Post #702, 23 Jefferson St., Wellsville, NY 14895 or the Dementia Society of America at www.dementiasociety.org.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.

Kenneth “Paul” Hultman, 69, of Kinzua Ave in Kane, PA passed away Friday (May 5) at his residence.  He was born March 21, 1954 in Kane, the son of the late Lawrence and Alverda (Brinkley) Hultman. On August 12, 1972, in Kane, he married, the love of his life, Patricia O’Rourke, who survives.

Mr. Hultman had worked as a tree trimmer for Asplundh.  He enjoyed wood working. He loved the outdoors and had a passion for hunting that he shared with his son for many years. He loved camping and shooting sporting clays and was the first perfect score at the Mt Jewett sportsman club.  He loved animals  and was a natural when it came to training his dogs.   He was known for his sarcastic wit and was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren.  He deeply loved his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter Stephanie (Tim) Shrubb-Hobson of Tell City, IN; one son, Paul (Angie) Hultman of Kane; four grandchildren, Kyle and Chad Shrubb of Tell City In,  Lilly Hultman and Chase Hultman of Kane ; three great-grandchildren; three step grandchildren; a brother Joe Hultman of Leonardtown, MD; two sisters, Patti (Paul) MaClellan of Fairview and Linda (Mick) Cocharan of Deltona, FL and seven nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Roy and George Hultman and a nephew Clayton Cochran.

The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday (May 9) at the Cummings Funeral Home from 10:00-11:00 a.m.  A memorial service will follow at 11:00.

A luncheon will follow at C&J Spirits in Kane.

Memorial donations may be made to the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave., Bradford, PA 16701.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.

Gary Michael HUNT, 67, of Whitesville, NY, died Saturday, May 6, 2023 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.

Born December 24, 1955, in Hallsport, he was the son of Leon A. and Margaret S. Billings Hunt. He attended Whitesville Central School. Gary loved farming and was a lifelong farmer. He enjoyed watching movies, music, riding motorcycle, and hunting. 

Surviving are: a son, Chad (Amy) Hunt of Wellsville; three daughters, Tammy Hunt of Whitesville, Carrie (Milo) Grey of Poulsbo, WA, and Serina Hunt of Wellsville; four grandchildren, Dakota Graves, Jacob Graves, Skylar Graves, and Lee Mallory; a great-granddaughter, Abigail Green; two sisters, Leah (Lloyd) Potter of Whitesville and Lois (Burdette) Cowburn of Ulysses, PA; nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Noreen K. Whitesell.

Friends may call at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville on Friday, May 12, 2023 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with Funeral Services following at 11:00 AM. Rev. Dennis Munro will officiate. Burial will be in Hallsport Union Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Independence Emergency Squad, P.O. Box 309 Whitesville, NY 14897. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.

Harvey “Dan” Schuster, 77, of Pithole Road, Cyclone, passed away Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born August 14, 1945, in Erie, he was a son of the late John and Kathryn (Trabold) Schuster.

Dan was a 1963 graduate of East High School in Erie. He was employed as an electrician.

Dan enjoyed golf, fishing, softball & bowling.

Surviving is his loving companion, Nancy Kohler, with whom he resided, three sons, John (Helen) Schuster, of Bradford, Timothy (Leila) Schuster, of Brazil, Patrick (Jennifer) Schuster, of Cleveland, six sisters, Kathy, Betsy, Trudy, Barbara, Peggy and Diane, one brother, Thomas Schuster, six grandchildren, Tim, Catherine, Connor, Gabriel, Benjamin, Melinda, two great grandchildren, Liliana and Winter and several nieces and nephews. 

Dan was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and one infant son.

A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family.

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.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Gene A. Nortum of Brockport, formerly of Wilcox and Johnsonburg, passed away May 6, 2023 at the age of 87 after a brief illness.

He was born on July 4, 1935, he was the son of the late Chester and Florence (Nagel) Nortum Cherry.

Gene served three years in the National Guard reserves. He had been employed at Weyerhaeuser retiring in 1997. He was a member of the Wilcox Sportmen’s Club, Brockport American Legion, Brockport Army & Navy Club, and the Ridgway Moose.

Gene was an avid motorcycle rider and hunter.  He enjoyed playing cards with his family until his last days.  He loved camping, always making the biggest campfires, golfing, playing pool and horseshoes, polka dancing and spending time with his grandkids.  Gene spent several winters in Florida as a snowbird. He had many of his own famous quotes “Just between you, me and the fencepost“, “all shit in the side, will you do me one favor” “hey mon!” and “been there and back.”

Gene is survived by his 2 daughters, Jean Ann Mohney of Wilcox, Deb (Woody) Shaffer of Wilcox, and 1 son, Ron (Deb) Nortum of Tarentum, his long-time partner Jean Ceriani of Brockport, 1 brother, John Nortum (Shirley) of Wesleyville and 1 sister Joyce (Joe) Cherry of Johnsonburg, 9 grandchildren, Ed (Jolene) Murray,  Charlene (Dave) Baumgratz, Michelle (Tim) Good, Dave (Kerri) Shaffer, Scott (Jamie) Shaffer, Lisa (Francie) Cherry, Brandy Nortum, Shannon Nortum, and Aleasha Nortum, 8 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved dog Sassy.

In addition to his parents, Gene was predeceased by his brothers Robert Nortum, Lawrence Nortum and a sibling in infancy.

A Memorial Service for Gene A. Nortum will be held on Monday, May 15, 2023, at 1:00 PM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Rev. Ann Foor officiating.

Family and friends will be received from 12:00 PM until the time of service.

Burial will follow at Wardvale United Methodist Cemetery.

If desired, memorial contributions should be made to the Wilcox Fire Department, PO Box 117 Wilcox, PA 15870.

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

Patricia A. Levenduski, 89, of 149 Houston Road, St. Marys, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Buffalo General Hospital after a brief illness.

She was born May 29, 1933 in Johnsonburg, daughter of the late William and Mary (Hoh) Zuraski.  She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Wilcox High School, Class of 1951.  In her early years she worked at Stackpole Carbon in Johnsonburg and then as a cook at Elk Haven Nursing Home for many years.

On May 29, 1954, in the Holy Rosary Church in Johnsonburg, she married Edward Levenduski, who survives.  They were blessed to share 68 years of marriage together.

In addition to her husband, Pat is survived by two daughters: Pam Bilodeau (John) and Mary Hauber; two sons: Joel Levenduski (Michalena) and Kenny Levenduski (Lorrie); a sister, Irene Micale; a brother, William “Billy” Zuraski; along with 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and two step-grandchildren. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters and brothers-in-law: Anastasia Parnell (Fred), Elizabeth “Honey” Nelson (Russell “Bunny”), Loretta Gerber (Harold “Bud”), Marcella Fledderman (Arthur), and Tillio “Tink” Micale; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Lawrence “Buzzy” Zuraski (Delores), Robert “Bob” Zuraski (Grace), and Shirley Zuraski; also a son-in-law, Chris Hauber; one grandchild, Nick Levenduski; and one step-grandchild, Erin Martinko.

She was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church and enjoyed being outside at camp, walking in the woods, fishing, swimming, and playing those slot machines.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Friday, May 12, 2023 at 11:00AM with the Rev. Thomas More Sikora, OSB, Pastor, officiating.  Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

A private visitation will be held by the family.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the St. Marys Ambulance Service, 773 Johnsonburg 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.