Obituaries

COUDERSPORT, Pa.—Evelyn Nettie Stewart Allen, 105, of Coudersport, passed away with her loving family by her side, on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.

Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.

Antoinette T. Fairchild, age 72, of Elkland, PA passed away at her home on Sunday, June 18, 2023.

Born February 27, 1951 in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Anthony T. and Ruth C. (Binder) Cinquino.

She loved gambling, the beach (especially Wildwood) and spending time with her family.

Ann is survived by her children, Angelina (Carmen) Caruso of Philadelphia, Michael (Tracie) Fairchild of Clayton, NC and Christina (Dave) Rickards of Philadelphia; grandchildren, Carmen, Justin, Dakota, Crystal, Alyssa, Brittany, David, Kevin and Ashlin; eight great grandchildren, Caylee, Addie, Kyliee, Ryan, Tyler, Chase, Logan and Spencer; brother in law, Allen McArdle and she was a loving aunt to Robin Fitzmartin Gee (Amber, Hanna, Lilly, Dolly and Alder), Lisa (Tim) Russell and Cecilia (Jason) Ehrler. She was preceded in death by her sister, Cecilia McArdle and a brother, Charles Saugling.

Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Wednesday, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. 

For her family and friends in the Philadelphia area, there will be a visitation at the St. Anselm Church, 12670 Dunks Ferry Rd., Philadelphia on Friday, June 23rd from 10:00 – 11:00 AM. A Funeral Mass will be held immediately following at 11:00 AM in the church. Burial will follow in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.

Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather

William L. Darling, 86, of 7764 State Route 417W, Bolivar, NY passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at home with family by his side.

He was born on May 25, 1937, in Franklinville, New York and raised by his Uncle and Aunt Herford and Louise Storm. On February 3, 1962, in the Bolivar United Methodist Church he married the former Charlotte R. Greene who survives.

Bill was a graduate of Richburg Central Schools Class of 1955. He then served in the United States Army, stationed in Germany from July 5, 1955 until June 23, 1958.

He had worked as a machinist and inspector for Dresser Rand Industries in Olean for 37 years. In retirement he worked in maintenance for five years at Camp Rushford for the NYS DEC.

He was a member and past president of the Richburg Rod and Gun Club and Wellsville Rod and Gun Club. He loved shooting skeet and trap, hunting pheasant with his Brittany Spaniel dogs Tiffany and Tammy and his lifelong friend who was like the brother he never had, Simon Rende. When his sons were young he coached the Red Sox little league team.

In addition to his wife, Charlotte, he is survived by
A Son, William A. Darling, Bolivar
A Daughter, Stacey (Kim) Doane, Bolivar
His Grandchildren, Kami Doane, Bolivar, Rochelle (Daniel) Whitford, Cuba, Amanda Darling, Rochester, Jessica (Bill) Weitzel, Cuba, Damon Darling, Ft. Myers, Fl., Michael Darling, South Carolina, and Nicholas Darling, Allentown
Great Grandchildren Trey Weitzel, Vinny Weitzel, Ford Whitford, Stella Whitford.

In addition to his aunt and uncle, he was predeceased by a son, Michael Darling, on October 20, 2009.

At his request there will be no services.

Arrangements are under direction of the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., Bolivar.

Memorials may be made to the Richburg Rod and Gun Club or to the Wellsville Rod and Gun Club.

Dennis I. Young, 73, of Ridgway, PA died on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Penn Highlands Dubois.

He was born on September 18, 1949, a son of the late Kenneth and Alice Jeffordes Young.

On November 27, 1990, he married Shirley Mitchell, who survives.

Dennis lived in Ridgway and St. Marys most of his life and is a member of The Hallton Church. He worked as a die setter for St. Marys Carbon, Clarion Sintered, and Metaldyne. He spent his time hunting and fishing.

In addition to his wife of 30 years, he is survived by a sister, Barb Nagi, a brother, John”Tex” Young, a brother in law Ron Mitchell, and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Sally and Annette Young, and a brother Kenneth Young.

Funeral Services for Dennis I. Young are being held privately.

Burial will be at Ott Cemetery.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com

Sara E. Roberto, 99, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands Elk, St. Marys, PA on Wednesday morning (June 21, 2023).

She was born October 7, 1923 in McGees Mills, Clearfield County, PA a daughter of the late Howard and Ada Lee Lamoreau. She married the late Dion Roberto.

Sara retired from Sylvania where she had worked over 25 years. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Emporium. Sara enjoyed cooking, sewing and crafting.

She is survived by a son, Frederick Roberto and his wife Patricia, Emporium; four grandchildren: Matthew Roberto (Patty), Stephanie Loveland (Larry), Nicholas Roberto (Tonia), Michael Roberto; ten great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by two brothers Clarence and Claire and her three sisters, Charlotte, Luella and Dorothy.

Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation.

Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA

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

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Alice R. Cronk, 100, passed away peacefully on June 16 surrounded by family at Fairview
Southdale Hospital, Edina Minnesota. Alice was most recently a resident of The Waters of Eden
Prairie, MN and formerly, a long- time resident of both Edina, MN and Ridgway, PA.

Alice is survived by two children; Theodore “Ted” Cronk (Carol) of Kiawah Island, SC and
Cynthia Cronk of Johns Island, SC. Two grandchildren, Caroline (Jayme) Meyers of Edina, MN
and Caitlin Cronk of New York City, NY and one great-grandson, Luka Meyers.

Alice was born February 25, 1923 in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Homer and
Ethel L. (Kerrick) Kohlhepp. Alice graduated from the Ridgway Centennial High School, class of
1941. On August 27, 1945, Alice married D. Wayne Cronk who preceded her in death on April
28, 1993. Alice and Wayne were members of Trinity Methodist Church in Ridgway. Following
the death of her husband, Alice relocated to Edina, MN to be closer to family.

Alice was the last living member of her immediate family and was preceded in death by her
brother, Dean Kohlhepp and sisters, June Taylor and Ethel Mae Quiggle.

Mary S. Mensch, 75, of Coudersport, PA formerly of Marienville, passed away on June 19, 2023, at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport. She was born on August 12, 1947, in Kane, the daughter of the late Roy A. and Mary S. (Songer) Mensch.

Mary worked as a secretary for PENNDOT in Harrisburg.  She was of the Catholic faith and especially enjoyed family gatherings and visits from her great niece and nephews.  She was a whiz at Scrabble, all board games and word searches.

Mary is survived by a sister, Ann M. Stultz of Coudersport; a sister-in-law, Mary Margaret Mensch of Port Allegany; a nephew, Matthew (Mandy) Stultz of Bath, ME; nieces, Terri Ann Stahl of Arnold, MD; Meghan Pandya of Dillsburg; and a great niece and great nephews. 

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by a brother, David Mensch, and a sister, Bonnie Mensch. 

Family and friends are welcomed pay tribute to Mary’s life from 9:30 am-10:30 am, Saturday, July 1, 2023, at St. Ann Catholic Church, 101 Hemlock Street, Marienville.  A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will follow, at 10:30 am.  Burial will be in church cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions in Mary’s name be made to the Marienville Area Library, 106 Pine St., Marienville, PA 16239. 

The family has entrusted Mary’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport.  To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.

Judy Ann Louk, 64, of Bradford, PA passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at her home.

She was born on February 20, 1959 in Bradford, a daughter of the late Ray and Lorraine Newman Louk, Jr.

She was married to Larry “Chop” Frazier who preceded her in death on March 15, 2015.

Judy enjoyed being outdoors and especially going camping.  She also loved spending time with her friends and family.

She is survived by one son, Shannon Louk of Bradford; one brother, Doug Louk of Bradford; one sister, Darlene Louk of Bradford; one grandson, Lance Louk; one granddaughter, Alyssa Louk; one great granddaughter, Savannah Louk; one niece, Katrina Louk and one great niece, Farrah Young.

In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by one brother, Jim Louk.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in her memory can be made to the American Cancer Society, 108R North Second St., Suite 1B, Clearfield, PA  16830.

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

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

Joyce E Kuntz, 96, of Hemlock Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor following a brief illness. 

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.

Forrest L. Seeley, Jr., 67, of 582 Parkside Drive, Limestone, NY, passed away, Monday, June 19, 2023, at 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.

Joann L. Fronapel, 93, formerly of 9 Cross Dr., Bradford, PA and a former winter resident of Zepher Hills, FL, for many years, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Jack K. Morrison, Sr., 89, of Bradford, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at his home.

He was born on April 22, 1934 in Carrollton, NY, a son of the late Howard and Olive Amsler Morrison.

He was a 1951 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.

He was a U.S. Army veteran who served stateside at the Pentagon during the Korean War until his honorable discharge in 1955.

On January 8, 1958 in Bradford, he married Helen B. Lingaton who preceded him in death on May 27, 2018.

Jack was a member of the American Legion Post 108.  He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and his dog; Kobe.

He worked construction for a number of years with J.A. Luciano Builders prior to working at the Kendall / Witco Refinery until his retirement in 1997.

He is survived by five children, Jack Morrison, Jr., Janice Morrison and Jamie (Joe) Rhoades all of Bradford, Jeff (CarLisa) Morrison of Westmoreland, TN and Jon (Wendy) Morrison of Stilesville, IN; one sister, Leanore “Toots” Rinfrette of Bradford; eight grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife he was also preceded in death by one son, Joseph Morrison, Sr.; one granddaughter, Barbara Morrison; four sisters, Beverly Harrington, Donna Miller, Sandy Sheldon and Barb Cross and one brother, Howard Morrison, Jr.

At his request there will be no funeral services.

Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park, Lafayette.

Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA  02241-7005.

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

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

Jeremy Phillip Rossi, 43, of Ridgway, PA passed away on June 20, 2023 at Penn Highlands Dubois surrounded by his family. He was born on October 9, 1979 in Lafayette, IN.

Jeremy was a graduate of Ridgway Area HS in Ridgway, PA. He then attended Seminole State Junior College in Oklahoma, and The University of Pittsburgh where he played collegiate baseball.

He enjoyed time with his friends and family. He loved playing cards, pool, darts, as well as kayaking trips down the Clarion River. He was a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates. He was an avid animal lover, and a devoted friend to many.

Jeremy is survived by his mother Tammi (Ralph) Rossi, of Kutztown, PA; father, David (Xiomara) Rossi, of Dubois, PA; sister Jessica (Joseph) Aiello, Ridgway, PA; sister Erin (Eric) Cessna, Punxsutawney, PA, his adopted grandmother, “Betty” Manno, of Ridgway, PA, as well as his four nephews, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents “Bubba” (Catherine) Franz, Faye and Francis Troxel, Ben and Laurene Rossi, and “Chip” (Richard) Manno.

Donations may be made in memory of Jeremy to the Elk Co. Humane Society.

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

Marianne Johnston, 81, of Birch St. in Kane, PA passed away early Friday morning (June 16) at the Warren County Hospice House.  She was born Jan. 11, 1942, in Kane the daughter of the late Andrew and Alice (VanHorn) Petruney.

Marianne was the head cook at the Kane Elementary School for many years and was a member of the United Methodist Church.  She also greatly enjoyed camping, crafts, spending time with her family and her dog Trixie.

She is survived by one daughter, Kelle Bari, of Kane; two sons, Dan (Lauren) Johnston of Kane and Todd (Karen) Johnston of OH; three granddaughters, Stacey Powell, Amanda Vessel and Meagan Johnston; three grandsons, Bryan Johnston, Matthew Bari and Steven Bari; three great-granddaughters, Sydney Powell, Shaelee Powell and Zellie Johnston and one great-grandson, Stone Powell.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Johnston one daughter, Shelle Johnston, a sister Terri Asel and a son-in-law Michael Bari.

Friends are invited to attend a visitation which will take place on Thursday (June 22) from 6:00-8:00  p.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home and again on Friday from 12:00-1:00 p.m.  A funeral ceremony will follow at 1:00 on Friday, with the Rev. Calvin Cook officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Tabor Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Warren County Hospice House, 341 Quaker Hill Rd., Warren, PA 16365.

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

William James GARDNER, 83, of Rigby, ID, died Tuesday, September 20, 2022, in Shelley, ID.  

Born December 3, 1938, in Eldred, PA, he was the son of Lynn and Ruth Gardner.  On May 4, 1959, in Ulysses, PA, he married the former Mary Evelyn Dunn, who predeceased him on June 25, 2012.  

Surviving are:  two daughters, Debbie (Ken) Blanchard of Mill Creek, UT and Sherri (Mark) Caspers of Ocala, FL;  eight grandchildren;  14 great-grandchildren;  nieces and nephews.  

In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a son, William J. Gardner, Jr., on June 15, 2020;  and a great-grandson, Mason Nash.  His son, Charles R. “Charlie” Gardner, died on May 31, 2023.  Bill and Charlie were interred in Raymond Cemetery, Genesee, PA.  

Arrangements were under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Carol Ann SELVICK, 85, of Galeton, PA, formerly of Elkland, PA and Highland, CA, died Thursday, June 15, 2023 in her son’s home.  Cremation was at Olney-Foust Crematory.  Interment will be in California.  Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Smethport – Doyle E. Billyard, 73, of Olean, NY, died Saturday (June 17, 2023) at Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced in a full obituary by Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Smethport, PA–A Celebration of Life Service for Wayne E. Pearson, who passed away on April 7, 2023 at the age of 95, will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at 2:00 pm graveside at Fairmount Cemetery in Farmers Valley (E. Valley Road).  Pearson was a pillar in his community, and deeply loved and missed by family and friends. 

Richard J. “Dick” KEATON, 76, of Galeton, PA, died Sunday, June 18, 2023 in his home.  Through his final days, Dick was able to be at home surrounded by his family and loved ones sharing memories and rejoicing and honoring his life.  He was able to be with his dogs that he loved dearly.  

He was known for the love, compassion, and companionship he had for his animals.  

Born October 30, 1946, in Atchison, KS, he was the son of Arthur Leroy and Mary Elizabeth Shaver Keaton.  On June 6, 1969, in Galeton, he married the former Janice I. Williams, who survives.  

Dick was employed in construction and home improvement.  He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Galeton.  

Surviving besides his wife, Janice, are:  three children, Scott (Lisa Kennedy) Keaton, Thomas Lee Casher, and Sherry (Jerry Morral) Casher;  seven grandchildren, Derrick, Carson, Jonus, Jacinda, Dana, Morgan, and Macie;  several great-grandchildren;  two brothers, Carlyle (Pauline) Rucker and Arthur L. “Skeet” (Donna) Keaton, Jr.;  nieces and nephews.  

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Richard J. “Dickie” Keaton, Jr., on July 10, 2015.  

Services will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  

Memorials may be made to the Galeton Public Library, 5 Park Lane, Galeton, PA 16922.  Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Honey R. DUNN, of Ulysses, PA, reached her heavenly destination on June 6, 2023, in Greenville, NC.  Her family was beside her throughout her journey, holding her hands with heavy hearts but comforted knowing she would be with the Lord and reunited with family and friends who went before her.

Honey is survived by her husband, John.  They were married for 34 years and loved each other very much.  There wasn’t much that Honey did without John by her side.  They planned and worked hard for the Dunn and Rounds reunions and united those families in special times with memories made for years to come.

Honey was born in Harrison Valley, PA on July 30, 1933, and as the youngest of Walton and Myra (Thompson) Rounds’ seven children, she was everyone’s ”Honey” from that day on.  She graduated from Harrison Valley High School and went on to fulfill her dream of motherhood with what she considered her 5 greatest accomplishments.  Honey was a familiar face in the school cafeteria for many years taking great pride in serving food to all the children who passed through the lunch line over the years.  At the age of 50, Honey went back to school to get her nursing license and found great satisfaction working with Dr. Davis caring for the community.

Allan V. Krotzer, 91, of Liberty, PA passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023, at his home in Liberty, PA, surrounded by by family. Born January 31, 1932, in Liberty, he was the son of Verus and Edythe (Snyder) Krotzer.

He was a member of Friedens Lutheran Church, Liberty.

Allan was the husband of the late Catherine Mathews and Mary Jane Horner Neinhueser.

Surviving are his 2 sons Gene of Somerset, Daryl (Susie) of Liberty; 2 daughters Darla of Cogan House, Connie (Randy) Black of Liberty; 2 stepdaughters Natalie (Donald) Hetzel of Wellsboro, Leigh (Ralph) Agnoni of Muncy and a stepson Ira F. Neinhueser Jr. of Ogdensburg. 14 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild; 11 step grandchildren and 5 step great grandchildren; 2 brothers in law and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to his wives, Allan was predeceased by his parents, a daughter Victoria Steppe, a daughter in law Diane Yukalavich Krotzer and his sister Dorothy Broughton.

Services will be at the convenience of the family and funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence visit www.tusseymosher.com.

Patricia S. Jordan, of Warren, PA, died peacefully with her family at her side, on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at the John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA. 

Patricia was born January 6, 1942, in Warren, PA.  She was the daughter of Harry and Helen Huber Samuelson.  She was a lifelong Warren area resident.  Patricia was a 1959 graduate of Warren High School.  She was employed for 26 years with Blair Corporation in their customer service department.  She was always a woman of great faith.

She is survived by her granddaughter – Ariel Mickle and 1 Sister – Constance Haines, both of Warren, PA., 1 Brother – Gerald Samuelson and wife, Sandy of Florida.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her 1^st husband, Douglas Mickle in 1996, 2^nd husband, Robert Jordan, her son, Bradley Mickle.

A private funeral service will be conducted at the convenience of the family. 

Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Warren Cancer Center, 2 Crescent Park, 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.

Anna May Stickler, age 84, passed away peacefully in the loving care of her family on Friday, June 16, 2023. 

She was born September 27, 1939 to Forest and Ethel (Newell) Corwin in Caton, NY. 

She had one sibling Jack Corwin of Caton, NY, who passed away. 

Anna lived a full event filled life enjoying spending time with family and friends.  She enjoyed flowers, birds, butterflies, angels and caring for others. 

She will be remembered by her loving children, Cindy Case, Betty Case, Earil (Deborah) Case, Sr., Tammy Case, Cathy Wright, Eleanor (Kevin) Holmes and Tina (Russ) West.  She fully enjoyed her 18 grandkids, 20 great grandkids and 1 great great grandchild.  She will be deeply missed. 

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc. 

Timothy Paul Williams, 66 of Corning, NY passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2023 in the presence of his sisters Debbie and Jeannie.

Tim was born on November 18, 1956 in Corning to Kenneth and Myra Drew Williams.

He was a loving son, brother, father and friend to many, always ready to lend a helping hand with a smile.

Tim is survived by a son Shannon (Gretchen) Williams, brothers Robert (Ruby) Drew and Clifford Williams, sisters Donna Causer, Paula Paddock, Rebecca (John) Matsis, Deborah (Reed) Seeley, Naomi (Gerald) Semler, Jeanne Winfield and Ann Oliver.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Paul Williams and David Williams.  

A celebration of life will be held on August 5, 2023. Location to be announced. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland.

“beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister”

Linda L. Phillips, 81, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away at home with her loving children by her side on Saturday, June 17, 2023, after a long illness.

Born on Tuesday, March 24, 1942 in Cuba, N.Y., she was a daughter of Edward and June Kingsbury Lamb.  On March 28, 1964 in the West Clarksville Baptist Church, she married Clifford “PeeWee” Phillips, who passed away on July 21, 2022.

Linda was a graduate of Richburg High School, Class of 1960, in Richburg, N.Y.  She was first employed in Olean, N.Y. by the former Clark Brothers and later by McGraw Edison.  In August of 1974, Linda and her husband moved to Florida, where Linda was employed as an administrative assistant for over 19 years by the City of Kissimmee and later for 12 years for the Osceola County Courthouse working in several different offices.

Snowbirds till 2015, Linda and PeeWee made their permanent home in Shinglehouse in 2016.  While living in Florida, Linda was a member of the Bible Baptist Church in Kissimmee where she loved playing the organ, piano, and singing in the choir.  In Shinglehouse, she attended the Bell Run Union Church.  She was a very faithful woman.  In her early years, Linda enjoyed roller skating, spending time at the former Coliseum in Ceres, N.Y., where she met the love of her life, PeeWee.  She also enjoyed bowling in her younger years.  Her greatest loves were her family and the Lord.

Left to cherish her memory are a son, Tim E. Phillips of Shinglehouse; a daughter, Kimberly Phillips Udstad of Shinglehouse; three grandchildren, Norman A. (Josie) Udstad IV, Wyatt D. Udstad, and Faith A. (Phillip “QB”) Steinmetz; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Vaunda (Bill) Stagi of Kissimmee, FL; a sister-in-law, Beverly “Sue” (Joe) Riehle of Shinglehouse; and several nieces and nephews

Linda was predeceased by her parents and her beloved husband of 58 years.

There will be no public visitation.  Private funeral services will be held in the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, with Pastor Chad E. Shaffer, of Bell Run Union Church, Shinglehouse, officiating.  Graveside burial services will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to UPMC Cole Home Health and Hospice, 102-108 South Main Street, Coudersport, PA 16915 or to the Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Association, PO Box 98, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.

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

AUSTIN, Pa.—Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Roxanne F. “Roxy” Boyd, 65, of Austin, from 11am to 3pm on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the Coudersport American Legion Buffalo Street, Coudersport.

Roxy passed away on May 22, 2023.

Roxy’s family entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil  L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com

Marguerite E. “Peg” Smith, 87, of Smethport, PA passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side and joining her husband in heaven on Thursday (June 15, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.

She was born April 23, 1936 in Farmers Valley, the daughter of Roy and Verna (Ross) Miller. On March 9, 1957, in Farmers Valley, PA, she married Herbert A. Smith, who died March 24, 2015.

Peg was a graduate of Smethport Area High School and attended New Penn Beauty School, where she received her certification as a beautician. 

Peg had several jobs over the years, but being a beautician was her mainstay.  She worked at the courthouse for a brief period of time. She owned and operated her own shop as well as traveled to Sena Kean Manor and to her elder client’s homes to do their hair.

She attended the Free Christian Evangelical Church of Smethport and enjoyed indoor and outdoor plants, bird watching (especially hummingbirds), doing puzzles, watching figure skating and Polka Dancing.  She loved listening to Gospel Music and old Country Music.  Peg was always smiling and giving words of encouragement to friends and family.

She is survived by:

One son:  James L. Smith of Smethport

One daughter:  Naomi S. (Donald) Raught of Smethport

Grandchildren: Jessica Raught, Caleb Raught, Micah Raught, Jamie (Justin) Smith Swede, Jacob Raught, Collin Smith, Brittney Smith, Aaron Raught, Natalie Smith and Noah Raught

Five great grandchildren

One brother:  Charles Miller of Farmers Valley

And many nieces and nephews

In addition to her parents and husband, Peg was preceded in death by four brothers:  Frank, Robert William and infant Leonard Miller; four sisters:  Gertrude Freeman, Jane Fillhart, infant Charlotte Miller and closest sister and best friend, Muriel Towner.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 11AM to noon at the Free Christian Evangelical Church of Smethport, where  a memorial service will begin at noon with the Rev. B.J. Simms, pastor, officiating. 

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Free Christian Evangelical Church of Smethport or Potter County Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Katherine Marie Teed, 91, of Morris, PA, passed away June 17, 2023 at the Green Home.  She was born July 28, 1931 in Pine Township, PA to John “Jack” and May (Minier) Teed, one of their 12 children.  She graduated from high school and retired from Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital.  Katherine loved to garden, fish, hunt and spend time with her family. 

Katherine is survived by two siblings and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents and 9 siblings.

Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Katherine’s life from 10-11am Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, with a funeral to follow at 11am in the funeral home.  Burial will be in Oregon Hill Cemetery.  To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.