Smethport – Peggy J. Cunningham, 94, longtime resident of Betula and Smethport, PA passed away Tuesday (March 14, 2023) at her home.
At Peggy’s request, there will be no visitation or services.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
“beloved family man and proud veteran”
Gerald D. “Jerry” Lanphere, 73, a longtime resident of Roulette, passed away in his home on Monday, March 13, 2023, after a long illness.
Born on Saturday, April 2, 1949 in Olean, N.Y., he was a son of Leslie C. and Shirley J. Freelove Lanphere. On July 21, 1988 in Reno, Nevada, he married Pamela J. Varney, who survives.
Jerry was a graduate of Cameron County High School, Class of 1967. After graduating from high school, Jerry enlisted in the US Navy serving in the Viet Nam War. He was a career serviceman, his home base being the Naval Air Station Lemoore in California. He retired as a Chief Petty Officer after more than 21 years of honorable service to his country.
After his military service, Jerry was employed by Emporium Specialties in Austin, the former Ball Encon in Port Allegany, Pittsburgh Corning in Port Allegany, and lastly by Smith’s Fire Service in Eldred from where he retired. He also, along with his wife, owned and operated P.J.’s Family Restaurant in Roulette for 10 years. Sadly his health deteriorated after his retirement.
He was a former member of the Port Allegany American Legion and a former member of the Port Allegany Moose Club. He enjoyed hunting. He loved his dog, Bridgey who survives, and his dogs, Izzy and Daisey who predeceased him.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife; four children, Helen I. (Bobby) McGuire of Youngstown, Ohio, Bernard Hammond, Jr. of Port Allegany, Leslie E. (Erin) Lanphere of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and Jeremy O. Lanphere of Roulette; eleven grandchildren; a grandchild to be born in the Fall; three great-grandchildren; a great-grandchild to be born in the Fall; a sister, Dawn M. (Dennis McKeirman) Lanphere-Spencer of Port Allegany; a brother, Claude L. (Sherry) Lanphere of Sizerville; and several loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was predeceased by three brothers and two sisters.
In keeping with Jerry’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services. Jerry will be laid to rest with his parents in the Bell Run Cemetery in Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Roulette Volunteer Fire Department and Ambulance Association, PO Box 172, Roulette, PA 16746; to Teacher’s Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport, PA 16915; or to the Wounded Warrior Project at www.support.woundedwarriorproject.org
Jerry’s family has 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 Jerry, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Gerald D. “Jerry” Lanphere, 73, a longtime resident of Roulette, passed away in his home on Monday, March 13, 2023, after a long 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.
Maryellen A. Bateski, 86, formerly of 29 Clark Drive, Bradford, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, surrounded by her family at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born on June 26, 1936, in Bronx, NY, she was a daughter of the late John and Agnes(Monihan) Cooley.
She was a graduate of Pauline High School in the Bronx. After high school she enrolled in the Elaine Powers Modeling School in New York.
On July 29, 1978, in Portville, NY, she married James L. Bateski, who passed away April 20, 2016.
She worked for IBM as a keypunch operator, in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Maryellen was a PTA president, the Variety Club Telethon Chair, she was an avid golfer, bowler, and gardener. She was a Lady Powder Puff Stock Car driver and enjoyed playing cards, especially euchre and blackjack, camping at Rainbow Lake and boating on Lake Chautauqua, with family and friends.
Surviving are three daughters, Vanessa (David) Hammond, of Portville, NY,
Kathy (the late Kevin) McBride, of West Seneca, NY, Robin (Matthew) Ridenour, of Bradford, one son, Timothy (Tammy) Ortung, of South Carolina, one sister, Catherine (Robert) Powell, of Spring Hill, FL, one brother, John (Carol) Cooley, of MI, eight grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jim of 37 years, one daughter, Lori Petty, three sisters, Joan Ruvola, Jeanette Schunk, and Agnes Cooley, and one brother, Edmund Cooley.
Friends will be received on Friday, March 17, 2023, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM in Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue, where funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church, officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford PA, 16701 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Annbeth Margaret Resotko (nee Kurtzo) passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 26, 2023, after a brief illness. She was born in Hackensack NJ on February 16, 1939, to Lawrence and Kathryn (Marolf) Kurtzo.
She graduated from Fairlawn High School in New Jersey in 1957 and became an office manager for an insurance company. She married John Resotko in October 1961, and they were together 41 years until his death in March 2002.
They relocated from New Jersey to Pennsylvania to become the owners of The Great Valley House Restaurant in Ansonia from 1971 to 1981, raising their family in a small apartment attached to the kitchen. Annbeth also worked for the Wellsboro Area School District in the high school cafeteria and as a custodian at Don Gill Elementary for almost 30 years. After her husband’s death, she also became a Hospice volunteer.
Besides her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents, and her two brothers, Robert A. Kurtzo in 1957 and Lawrence E. Kurtzo in 2019.
She is survived by her daughter, Terry Resotko Galler (Julius) of Goodyear, AZ and son, John Resotko (Christine) of Holt, MI along with her three beloved grandchildren: Kate Calles (Esai), Hannah Weir (Dylan Garcia) and Connor Resotko.
Annbeth was deeply devoted to her faith and was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church for over 40 years. She enjoyed working church dinners and thrift sales.
Cooking truly was her love language. She made fantastic meals and was a professional-level baker. She made holiday dinners single-handedly until her stroke in 2021 and then under exacting supervision! They were never as good as hers.
There are so many others that called her “mom” and she never turned away anyone in need. She was a safe and accepting harbor, being there without question or fail, guiding us through life’s toughest challenges with compassion, humor, wisdom, and cookies.
She was an avid reader. She loved family history and stories. She called nightly Jeopardy her “college.” In 2012, she moved to Arizona to enjoy warmer weather and be closer to her family. In the last 11 years, she became an enthusiastic Arizona Cardinals fan and loved cheering her team with her son-in-law Julius every Sunday!
Visitation with the family will be at Tussey Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA on March 24, 2023, from 6-8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Wellsboro Pa on March 25 at 12pm with burial at St. Peter’s Cemetery, Pearl Street, Wellsboro.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local food bank in her honor. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Charles L. Sisler, Sr., 74, of Bradford, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023 at his home.
He was born on October 15, 1948 in Susquehanna.
In 1969 he married Lena Wailes; who preceded him in death.
He is survived by one son, James (Lori) Sisler of Bradford; three grandchildren, Kristen Sisler, Lucas Sisler and Chad Sisler all of Bradford and five great grandchildren.
In addition to his wife of 34 years, Lena Sisler he was also preceded in death by one son, Charles Sisler, Jr. and one daughter, Cherri Heffner.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
My beautiful wife, Joanne Marie Barbine, of Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed into heaven surrounded by her loving family on Friday, March 10,2023, at 62 years old. Joanne is survived by her husband George; her children George, Marianne Loheide (Matthew), and Jennifer Mulato (Raymond); her grandchildren Raymond, Nathan, Annabella, Carter, and Victoria; her sisters Kathleen and Annemarie; her aunt, Grace Dodds; and her brothers, Joey Barbine and David Grimes.
She was preceded in death by her parents, David E. Grimes and Anne M. Grimes; her sister, Judy Innamorato; and her brother, Steven P. Grimes.
Friends and relatives may visit at Tussey Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, on March 18, 2023, from 9:30am–11:30am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 47 Central Avenue, Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, at 12:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joanne’s name to the Wellsboro Firemen’s Ambulance Association, the Wellsboro Fire Department, or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.
Patricia I. “Pat” Pfeufer, 77, of 106 Capri Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023 surrounded by her family at Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford, PA.
She was born March 11, 1946 in St. Marys, daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret “Peg” Cooney Krellner. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Elk County Christian High School, Class of 1964. Following high school, Pat pursued a degree in education, attending Villa Maria for her bachelor’s degree and Clarion State College for her master’s degree.
On August 17, 1968, at Queen of the World Church, she married Carl Pfeufer, who survives. Together they shared over 54 years of marriage. In 1993, they started their small tool and die business, Phaztech, Inc. They grew the business, which they viewed as an extension of their family, for more than 25 years.
Along with her caring husband, Pat is survived by three daughters: Sally Lion and her husband Andy, of Gibsonia, PA, Julie Sober and her husband Troy, of Stoneham, MA, and Christie Tenorio and her husband Ricardo, of Pittsburgh, PA; two sons: Gregg Pfeufer and his wife Ann, of Pittsburgh, PA, and Benji Pfeufer and his wife Tara, of DuBois, PA; ten grandchildren: Ava Lion, Reese Lion, Drew Lion, Olivia Sober, Lillian Sober, Thiago Tenorio, Bastian Tenorio, Maddie Pfeufer, Allie Pfeufer, and Alexas Pfeufer; four sisters: Sandy Metzler, Evelyn Krug and her husband Bud, Susanne Astley and her husband Bill, and Paula Micale and her husband Dan; one brother, Justin Krellner and his wife Becky; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Pat was preceded in death by one sister, Kathy Wilson, survived by her husband Wally Wilson; and by two brothers, Teddy Krellner, survived by his wife Annice, and Brian Krellner, survived by his wife Chris.
Pat loved and accepted everyone. She called herself a ‘people collector’ because she loved to make connections with those around her and was always willing to lend a hand. She wanted nothing more than to make those around her happy. She lived a life of unwavering service to others and to God. She was a member of the Queen of the World Church where she was a Eucharistic Minister. As a hospice volunteer for the Community Nurses, she practiced Reiki. She also volunteered for Meals on Wheels and helped countless others along the way. Since her first cancer diagnosis in 1998, she organized annual fundraising for Relay for Life.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Queen of the World Church with the Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, celebrating.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Friday, March 17, 2023 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made in memory of Patricia Pfeufer to Penn Highlands Heathcare Community Nurses, 757 Johnsonburg Road, Suite 200, Saint Marys, PA or to the Good Samaritan Hospice, C/O CLM Foundation, 134 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023. Please also consider contributing to your local Relay for Life.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Betty Jane COLWELL, 95, of Alma, NY, died Monday, March 13, 2023 in Olean General Hospital.
Born May 9, 1927, in Olean, she was the daughter of Virgil B. and S. Irene Gadsby Stebbins. On February 25, 1961, in Shinglehouse, she married Jacob I. Colwell, who predeceased her on September 25, 2019.
Betty was a 1945 graduate of Shinglehouse High School. She was employed by the United States Postal Service and was then transferred to the Social Security Administration Office in Olean. While her husband was in the military, she was transferred to the Washington D.C. office. From there, she worked for the US Air Force as a secretary in Maryland and Guam. When they returned to the area to live, she was employed by the ROTC at St. Bonaventure and then retired from the Olean Social Security Office.
Betty was a member of the Shinglehouse United Methodist Church.
Surviving are: two daughters, Mary Ann (Patrick) Dalton of Hamburg and Nancy (Richard) Middaugh of Alma; five grandchildren, Shawn (Amanda) Dalton, Shannon Dalton, Jacob Middaugh, Nicholas Middaugh, and Kaylee Middaugh; four nieces and nephews, including a close nephew Kirk (Margie) Stebbins of Shortsville.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a brother, Edwin Stebbins.
Friends may call at Shinglehouse United Methodist Church, 209 N. Lincoln Street, Shinglehouse, PA on Monday, March 20, 2023 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with Funeral Services following at 11:00 AM. Rev. Preston L. Hutchins, Jr. will officiate. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse. Memorials may be made to Shinglehouse United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 296, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.
Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Irma Geiser , 91, of Germania, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at UPMC Williamsport.
Arrangements, which are incomplete at this time, have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Galeton.
CWO3 US Army (retired) Clark P. Hewitt, age 90, of Wellsboro, PA, died on March 9, 2023.
He was born on May 28, 1932 in St. Petersburg, FL, a son of the late John C. Hewitt and Dorothe Roache. He was married to Akiko (Matsuda) Hewitt for 68 years.
Clark retired in 1970 from the US Army as a Nike-Hercules Senior Radar Technician and served in the Korean War and during the Vietnam War. He is the recipient of the Purple Heart from wounds in the Korean War.
Upon retirement from the Army, he was employed by the Boy Scouts of America as a District Scout Executive where he directed the Boy Scout programs in central Maine and then transferred to Wellsboro where he directed programs across north central Pennsylvania.
Clark was an active parishioner in St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Wellsboro. He with Akiko are the owners of Akiko’s Floral Arts.
Clark is survived by his wife: Akiko Hewitt of Wellsboro, PA, six sons: William (Terry) Hewitt of Battle Creek, MI; Jyuji (Susan) Hewitt of Peach Bottom, PA, Clark Hewitt, Jr. of Wellsboro, PA, Timothy (Barbara) Hewitt of Stafford, VA, Patrick (Nancy) Hewitt of Wellsboro, PA, Joseph (Wendy Estock) Hewitt of Wellsboro, PA, and two daughters: Mary (Greg) Brannon of Hughesville, MD; and Therese Hewitt of Westford, VT. He has three sisters: Merrie Anne Slater of St. Petersburg, FL; Valerie Hewitt of St. Petersburg, FL; and Susan (Alan) Hewitt-Hardacre of Macon, GA. In addition, he has 18 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his brother John Hewitt and 3 grandsons.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 11:00 am at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Wellsboro, PA with Rev. Bryan B. Wright officiating. Interment will be in St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Donald Leroy Pratt, 85, of Warren, PA, passed on Saturday March 11, 2023, in the Warren Manor.
He was born on June 26, 1937, in Warren, PA, the son of the late Oras and Pauline Wonderling Pratt. Donald was a self-employed Autobody Repair Man and took great pride in his work. He enjoyed motorcycling, Nascar, camping, his pets and spending time with his family and friends.
Donald is survived by his children William Emple, Sandy Galloway of Bradenton, FL, and Katie Poff of Cortland, OH; ten grandchildren Lisa Hutchins, Anthony and Tammie Antonuccio of Kane, Adam, Cody, Tyler Fleming and Cassie Williams of Bradenton, FL, Jessie and William Emple of Warren, PA, and Brandy Benton of Cortland, OH; 17 great grandchildren; siblings David Pratt and wife Nancy of Sugar Grove, PA, and Beverly Devereaux of Warren, PA; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife Mildred Pratt; two daughters Robin Antonuccio and Lynda Hughes; two grandchildren Jennifer Galloway and Ricky Antonuccio; two brothers Kenneth and Richard Pratt; and two nephews Ronny and Scott Devereaux.
Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Warren County Memorial Park, next to his wife, Mildred. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St. Warren, PA, 16365. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the final arrangements. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Clara J. Laskey, 73, of 89 East Main Street, Bradford, PA passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, at Bradford Manor.
Born December 12, 1949, in Springville, NY, she was a daughter of the late Earl M. and Nina V. (VanValkenburg) Fuller. She attended school in Springville NY.
On October 23, 2018, she married Howard Laskey who died in March of 2020.
Clara was employed in the health care field all her life, having worked at BRMC in the food service department, as a CNA in Olean and Allegany NY, at the Pavilion at BRMC and in Conshohocken.
Clara was a member of First Wesleyan Church, the Ladies Ministry, Encouragers, and Bible Study, and T.O.P.S.
Surviving is one daughter, Tammy (Christopher) Turner, of Allentown, one son, Robert Moore of Baxley GA, four grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one brother Morris Fuller.
Family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at First Wesleyan Church, followed by funeral services 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 16, 2023, with Pastor Terri Niver, officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, in Abigton.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the First Wesleyan Church.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
J Arland Wagner, age 87, of Middlebury Center, PA, passed away on Thursday, March 09, 2023. He was born on July 13, 1935 in Middlebury Center, PA, a son of the late Charles D. and Elizabeth (Elsenheimer) Wagner and was married for 64 years to Elaine Audrey (VanZile) Wagner.
A man of few words, his 64 year marriage spoke volumes of his never-ending devotion. Arland was a proud dairy farmer, managing his herd for more than 60 years. An avid outdoorsman, you could find Arland spending his spare time hunting and enjoying the outdoors. He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather and found great joy in spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife: Audrey Wagner, two daughters: Deborah Campbell and Melanie Love, both of Middlebury Center, PA, two sisters: Mary Ann Bachman, of Wellsboro, PA, Carol (Gene) Davis, of Dillsburg, PA, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Nancy I. Kness, 73, of Hazel Hurst, PA, passed away Friday (March 10, 2023) surrounded by her loving family.
She was born May 27, 1949 in Kane, the daughter of Joseph E. Suain, Jr. and Hazel I. Taylor-Irons. On April 22, 1967, in Bradford, she married Larry E. “Nutsy” Kness, who survives.
Nancy was a graduate of Smethport High School and had worked several part time jobs over the years while being a homemaker. She worked for the US Postal Service and Census Bureau while taking care of her family. Later, she began working for Helpmates and Evergreen Elm of Bradford because she enjoyed helping people. As a longtime member of the Hamlin Twp. Volunteer Fire Dept. Nancy often served as a flagger and helped with Bingo.
Nancy truly lived her life to the fullest through simple pleasures and was gifted at storytelling. A friend to so many, she enjoyed chatting and spending time with her friends and family, sitting on her front porch enjoying a good thunderstorm, or reading a book. In fact, as a child, she read every book in her home. Her love of cooking brought many canned goods and preserves. There was always something freshly baked, whether it be homemade bread or cookies being pulled out of the oven. Making crafts with her grandchildren and sewing also brought her joy, as would a “good deal”. For a number of years, Nancy was a member of the “Goodwill Frequent Flyer Club” and a Tupperware Salesperson.
Nancy was so many precious things to her friends and family. Her family describes her as “our” rock and they will miss her dearly.
In addition to her husband, Larry, she is survived by three daughters: Renae I. (Dick) Johnston of TN, Bobbi S. (Edward) Nystrom of Erie, and Misty L. (Cory) Kness of Mt. Jewett.
Six grandchildren: Matthew (Cassie) Burt, Arthur Burt, Jonathan Kimble, Katelyn Kimble, Shelley Chapman and Amylia Jo Yasurek
Seven great grandchildren: Vata, Marcus, Rain, Harmony, Gideon, Lucian & Cameron and one great-great grandchild: Estella
One brother: Harold H. (Melissa E.) Suain of VA, and several nieces, nephews and step-siblings.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her niece Donna Suain-Giannattasio.
At Nancy’s request, there will be no visitation or services.
Family, friends and others whose lives Nancy touched are invited to donate to:
Fish n Kids Club, PO Box 97, Hazel Hurst PA 16733 or the Hamlin Twp. VFD Station 20, PO Box 104, Hazel Hurst PA 16733. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Michael A. Lukaschunis, 62, of Bradford and formerly of State Street, St. Marys, PA died on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo, New York following an illness of the past few years.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete, and will be announced by the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Lorraine Ann Minor, of Coudersport, PA went home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Lorraine Ann Moore was born on May 13, 1926, in Bethpage, New York, to Ellsworth and Florence Moore. She was one of seven children.
On September 21, 1947, she married the love of her life David Minor. After the marriage, Lorraine accompanied David to Providence, Rhode Island, to attend seminary at the Zion Bible Institute. Upon completion of David’s education, they returned to Long Island, New York, to work in ministry with their good friends Joseph and Marjorie Crandall.
While living in New York, Lorraine gave birth to three children, Sharon, Karen, and David. In 1956, David and Lorraine moved to Potter County, Pennsylvania, to help establish a new church, the Gospel Tabernacle. After the move to Pennsylvania, Lorraine gave birth to three more children, Stephen, Timothy, and John.
During her life, Lorraine was employed as an administrative assistant for a private business in New York and then at the Gospel Tabernacle until her retirement. During her early years in Coudersport, she supervised the playground at Coudersport Elementary School where she was often found providing clothing and hugs for the children. She was also honored to be a foster parent.
Lorraine was known as a woman of integrity, humility, and compassion. Her acts of kindness were legendary. She was affectionately referred to as “Mother” because she was a mother figure to so many people. Even in her later years, Lorraine would often visit the local nursing homes, hospitals, and those who were homebound who had no visitors. She regularly purchased clothes and food for the less fortunate. Once you met Lorraine, you were no longer a stranger but a friend.
She did all her kind acts in secret and never sought recognition for herself. Her husband would often say that the Church they built together in Coudersport would not have existed but for Lorraine’s love and sacrifice for her family, the congregation, and the community. After Lorraine’s passing, many messages flooded in from across the country from people whose lives she had impacted.
Lorraine’s husband, Pastor David Minor, passed away in 2017, but she continued her personal ministry of compassion, and when she could no longer walk, she was often heard on the phone offering support, prayers, and encouragement from her bed. Many lost souls found their way to her bedside for counseling and prayer.
Lorraine is predeceased by her brothers Charlie (Mary) Moore and Buddy (Mary) Moore, and sisters Nellie (George) Linden and Lillian Moore, and her son Timothy (Barb) Minor.
She is survived by her brothers, Jay (Lore) Moore and George (Susan) Moore, sister Ruth (John) Sallade; her five children, Sharon (Larry) Richter, Karen (Tim) Knapp, David (Michelle) Minor Jr., Stephen (Marie) Minor and John (Gina) Minor; her 17 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Because Lorraine had a way of making each of her children and grandchildren feel special, they all felt that they were her favorite.
Lorraine joins her husband, David, of 71 years, her son, her parents, siblings, and friends in heaven. Well done, thou good and faithful servant. Our lives were enriched because of you.
Public viewing will occur on Saturday March 18, 2023, at the Gospel Tabernacle Church, 420 US Route 6 West, Coudersport, Pennsylvania, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. with a Celebration of Life Service.
The family has entrusted Lorraine’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East Street, Coudersport, PA 16915. To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
“beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt”
Ruby A. Stahl, 69, a lifelong resident of Austin, PA passed away with her loving family by her side on Thursday, March 9, 2023, in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, after a short illness.
Born on Tuesday, June 23, 1953 in Port Allegany, she was a daughter of Woodrow and Norma Murray Lentz. On August 11, 1990 in Emporium, she married Alfred “Al” Stahl, who survives.
Ruby attended Austin Area High School. She was employed by Emporium Specialties in Austin for 29 years as a machine operator and inspector. She was later employed by the Austin Area School in the janitorial department and the cafeteria until her retirement in 2018.
Ruby was a member of the Austin United Methodist Church. She was also a very active life member of the Austin Volunteer Fire Department, an active member of the Austin Pride Committee, a life member of the VFW Auxiliary 7810 in Austin, and a member of the Crazy Ladies Get Together Club.
Ruby had many hobbies which she thoroughly enjoyed, including plastic canvas and crocheting. Each Christmas she was a part of the annual craft bazaar at the Austin School.. She enjoyed playing Bingo. Her greatest love was her family, especially her grandchildren.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 32 years; a son, Alfred Q. “Alfie” Stahl of Emporium; twin grandchildren, Addyson Carpin and Grayson Carpin; a sister, Patty (Jack) Payne of Port Allegany; several nieces and nephews, including her grandniece, Carrie R. Zawatski, whom Ruby considered like a granddaughter; and a brother-in-law, Arthur Moate of Port Allegany.
In addition to her parents, Ruby was predeceased by a sister, Sarah Moate.
Family and friends may call from 11am to 1pm on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Austin United Methodist Church, Turner Street, Austin, where a Celebration of Life will follow at 1pm in the church with Pastor Todd Lamer, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ruby’s name may be made to Austin Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 328, Austin, PA 16720 or to the Austin Pride Committee, c/o Joseph Pennypacker, 28 Reading Street, Austin, PA 16720.
Ruby’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 Ruby, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Gervase James, ‘Jerry’, Wortman passed away on Saturday, March 11, in the loving care of his family, after a long and courageous battle with COPD. He was 82 years-old.
Born and raised in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania, on February 4, 1941, Jerry was the son of Gervase and Ella Hribar Wortman, and the grandson of Bernard and Mary Wortman and Anton and Mary Hribar. For over 57 years, he was married to the love of his life, Elizabeth Ann Wortman, daughter of Ulmar and Frances Fritz, also of Saint Marys. Jerry and Ann moved to Warren in 1967, where they raised their family.
Nick S. Tomassoni, 87, of Warren, PA passed away on Friday March 10, 2023, in St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA.
He was born in Warren, PA, on December 18, 1935, the son of the late Tomasso and Victoria Brindis Tomassoni. Nick was a Warren resident his entire life. He graduated from Warren High School and was of the catholic faith. Nick was a self-employed accountant. He was general manager for Warren Car Co. for 27 years, President of the Warren Credit Union, and the manager for 10 years. Nick also was the Treasurer for St. Joseph R.C. Church for 14 years. He was a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 964 of Warren. Nick spent time volunteering for Prison Ministry, taught CCD for 24 years, and was President of the Warren Little League for 18 years.
He is survived by his children; Nick Munger of Albuquerque, NM, Renee Brown and husband Tim of Russell, PA, Paul Tomassoni and wife Debbie of Centreville, MD, Maria Munksgard and her companion John Daley of Warren, PA, and Nicholas Tomassoni and wife Brittany of Warren; grandchildren Kelsey Munger, Sarah Rosenquist, Erin Tomassoni, Brenan Tomassoni, Alexis Munksgard, Ryan Munksgard, Morgan Munksgard, Maddox Tomassoni, and Maycon Tomassoni.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Nick Tomassoni, Anthony Tomassoni, Charles Tomassone, Frances Baczkowski, Mary Weidner, Rose Tomassoni, and Anna Jean McNitt.
Friends may call at the Holy Redeemer R.C. Church Gathering Space on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 am with the Rev. Richard Tomassone, pastor of St. Joseph R.C. Church, and Rev. Thomas Suppa, concelebrating. Burial will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren, PA.
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St., Warren, PA is handling the funeral arrangements. Those wishing to place memorial may do so through St. Jude’s Hospital www.stjude.org or the Covenant House www.covenanthouse.org. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Patricia I. Pfeufer, 77, of Capri Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford, PA.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home
Smethport – Nancy I. Kness, 73, of Hazel Hurst, PA, passed away Friday (March 10, 2023) at UPMC-Kane.
A full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Son
Dennis E. Pangburn, 57, of 6675 Pleasant Valley Road, Wirt, NY passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 9, 2023 at home.
Born on February 21, 1966, in Quantico, Virginia, he was a son of Donald and Emma Ross Pangburn. On September 5, 1992 in Tyrone, New York he met his wife Tammy L. Mills who survives. They have shared the last 30 years together.
Dennis was a laborer all of his life having working for Cuba Cheese and Meridian Energy, and last as a landscaper in the area.
He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, gun collecting, reloading shells, go-cart racing, and collecting baseball cards. He loved and adored his family and was the most amazing grandfather.
In addition to Tammy he is survived by
His Parents: Donald and Emma Pangburn – Richburg
2 Sons: Christopher Mills-Pangburn – Bath
Cody (Margret) Pangburn – Orchard Park
A Grandson: Kolby Mills
A Sister-in-law: Connie Pangburn – Bolivar
Several Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins
He was predeceased by a brother Jeffrey Pangburn on May 5, 2010.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are under direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar.
Charles M. “Chuck” Tingley, 73, of Bradford, PA passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born June 2, 1949, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Merle J. and Anna M. (Gatesman) Tingley.
Chuck was a 1967 graduate of Bradford High School.
On June 10, 1972, in Bradford, he married Nancy H. (Hale) Tingley who survives.
Chuck was employed at Georgia Pacific in Bradford, retiring after 45 years of service. After retiring, he worked at Luv Toyota as a shuttle driver.
Surviving in addition to his wife Nancy of 50 years, is one daughter, Cheryl Tingley, of Bradford, six brothers, John (Cheryl) Tingley, of Bridgewater NJ, Richard (the late Diane) Tingley, of Bradford, Kevin (Nancy) Tingley, of Chatham NJ, Roger (Jennifer Pulver) Tingley, of Bradford, Timothy (Sarah) Tingley, of Bradford, and David (Ronda) Tingley, of Bradford, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Elizabeth “Betty” Cochran, and four brothers, Don Tingley, Thomas Tingley, Mark Tingley, and Gary Tingley.
Friends will be invited to attend a Celebration of Chuck’s Life at a later date to be announced.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to No Feline Left Behind, P.O. Box 783, Bradford, PA 16701.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
63 year old Bryon D Cole passed away unexpectedly in his current home at Cardwell, Montana, where he lived for the past 14 years.
Bryon graduated from Smethport Area High School and afterwards pursued his dreams, living in various parts of the country, south and west of Pennsylvania.
Bryon was predeceased by his parents, George D Cole, Sr. and Mary T Cole of Cyclone PA. He is survived and dearly loved by his brothers and sisters: George Jr (Dee) Cole, Leon Cole, Carole Wolford, Janet Giordano, Jack (Penny) Cole, Sharon (Bill) Kohler, Joe (Linda) Cole, Kathy (Mike) Cobb, Suzanne (Chris) Minich, and many, nieces and nephews.
A lover of the outdoors, Bryon was happiest living in wide open spaces and was an avid fisherman. His life’s work was construction but he also built smaller decorative items, beautifully made, that family members proudly displayed in their homes. He was a very talented craftsman and artistic in his creations.
Bryon enjoyed helping other people around him and was a frequent visitor to neighbors and elderly in need of assistance of one kind or another.
Although he lived a great distance from the home where he grew up, his home in Cardwell was full of reminders of the family he loved and cherished back “home”.
Donald J. Keck, age 82, of Tioga, PA, died on Friday, March 10, 2023.
He was born on May 18, 1940 in Blossburg, PA, the son of the late Willis and Wanda (McConnell) Keck and was married to Marion (Lovejoy) Keck.
Don was the assistant plant manager for Borden Dairy and Eagle Family Foods, Wellsboro, PA where he worked for 45 years. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting.
He is survived by his wife: Marion Keck of Tioga, PA, son: Doug (Wanda) Keck of Wellsboro, PA, two daughters: Dawn (John) Caudil of Lynchburg, VA, Deanna Keck of Wellsboro, PA, stepson: Casey (Missy) Volino of Tioga, PA, stepdaughter: Chris VanOrder of Tioga, PA, 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 10 to 11 am at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 am with Pastor Dennis Crumb officiating. Interment will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Tioga, PA.
Klaus-Peter Heim, 72, of Weedville, PA, passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at Penn Highlands DuBois following a brief illness.
He was born on July 26, 1950 in Frankfurt, Germany, a son of the late Peter and Wally Seim Heim.
On August 14, 1971, at St. Joseph’s Church in Lancaster, he married Susan Heim, who survives of Weedville. Together they shared more than 51 years of love, laughter, and adventures.
Klaus-Peter was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School and furthered his education to obtain his doctorate. He traveled the world as a wine sommelier, visiting many countries and vineyards over the years. He was a member of the American Sommelier Association. Over the years, he also worked as a Ranger at the PA Dutch Campground. He was very active with the Knights of Columbus, serving as a 4th Degree Knight. He was also instrumental in forming new counsels throughout Pennsylvania. A loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Klaus-Peter was a hard worker who enjoyed carpentry and electrical work. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family.
In addition to his wife Susan Heim, he is survived by 3 children; Beth Heim of Weedville, Peter Heim of Weedville, and Christopher (Jamie) Heim of Mt. Joy; and by his 8 beloved grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother; Gerhard (Pat) Heim of Willowstreet, PA and by a sister; Jane-Helen Heim of Rochester, Ny and by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister in infancy.
A Celebration of Life for Klaus-Peter Heim is being scheduled and will be announced at a later date.
Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of choice.
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
James C. Yetzer, 93, formerly of Queens Road, St. Marys, PA passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a lengthy illness.
He was born on September 23, 1929 in St. Marys, PA, fourteenth of eighteen children born to the late Leo and Priscilla Wallwork Yetzer.
On February 28, 1956, he married the late Ruth Ann Thiel, who preceded him in death in 1961. On July 13, 1963, he married the late June Taylor, who preceded him in death in 2010.
A lifelong resident of St. Marys, Jim graduated from St. Marys Area High School, class of 1947. He attended the Air Force Officer Candidate Program and was a 6 year veteran of the United States Air Force. He served 3 years in the Far East Material Command during the Korean War, was the ranking NCO for the 10th Air Force Personnel Audit Team, and was honorably discharged on August 4, 1954 with the rank of Technical Sergeant. James was awarded the National Defense Ribbon, Korean Service Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation and the United Nations Service Medal.
A 28 year Speer Carbon employee, he was a former member of the Airco Quarter Century Club, being named as Man of the Year in 1968 and president of the club in 1969. During these years, he held memberships in various local organizations, including the American Legion, where he served as Chairman of the Legion 50th Anniversary Committee, the Saint Marys Elks Club, and also a former member of the Masons, attaining 32nd degree Scottish Rite of Coudersport Consistory. He was also active in the St. Marys Knothole Association, volunteering as team coach and umpire. Politically active, Mr. Yetzer served as chairman of the Elk County Commissioners from 1984 until 1987.
He is survived by 3 children; JoAnn Anderson of St. Marys, James Yetzer, Jr. of Pensacola, FL, and Jeff (Debbie) Yetzer of St. Marys; by 11 grandchildren; Tim, Janie, Josh, Emily, Adam, Jesse, Roger, Chris, Brandon, Natalie, and Stephanie, as well as by 11 great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and his first and second wives, he was preceded in death by 12 brothers; Casper, Thomas, John, twins Harry and Howard, Boyd, Richard, Leo, Allen, Dane, Kenneth, and one brother in infancy. He was also preceded in death by 5 sisters; Doris Guynn, Frieda Wittman, Anna May Fritz, Marjorie Lanzel, and Peggy Lou Yetzer who passed away at the age of 15, and by his son-in-law; Kenneth Anderson. James was the last member of this once large family.
A Memorial Service for James C. Yetzer will be held on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Burkett officiating.
Family and friends will be received at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of choice.
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
Doris M. HARRIS, 87, of Allegany, NY, died Friday, March 10, 2023 in her home. She was a devout believer in Jesus Christ and used her musical ability as church organist and pianist for many years, also singing solos and in church choirs. She enjoyed hosting family gatherings, playing table games, and watching the birds at her feeder.
Born May 6, 1935, in Millport, PA, she was the daughter of John Adam and Ella Turner Metzger. On April 24, 1955, in Millport, she married Robert T. Harris, who survives. Doris was employed as a secretary by Keystone Tool & Die in Westons Mills, retiring in 1981. She attended South Side Union Chapel in Olean.
Surviving besides her husband, Robert, are: two sons, Rodney (Emily) Harris of Eldred, PA and Kenneth (Monika) Harris of Cuba; three daughters, Patricia (Gary) Fruit of Allegany, Nancy Cledgett of Hinsdale, and Wendy Krenzel of Allegany; a daughter-in-law, Beth Harris of Westons Mills; 19 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jean Erskine of Rochester and Mary Lou (James) Elwood of Maple Grove, MN; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Walter Harris, in 1989; and two brothers, William Metzger and Donald Metzger.
Burial will be in Wells Cemetery, Oswayo, PA. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Ruby A. Stahl, 69, a lifelong resident of Austin, passed away with her loving family by her side on Thursday, March 9, 2023, in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, after a short illness.
Ruby’s final 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.
