Obituaries

Billie R. Coy HOWELL, 52, of Wellsville, NY, died Monday, April 3, 2023 in St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA.  

Born December 22, 1970, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Arnold C. and Helen P. Armstrong Coy.  In 1993, she married Michael D. Howell, who survives.  

A 1989 high honors graduate of Wellsville Central School, she earned an associate’s degree in elementary education from Alfred State College.  She also attended SUNY Oswego, studying elementary education.  Billie was employed by Ames in Wellsville, Wellsville Manor, and Wellsville Central School as a substitute teacher.  She home-schooled her two children.  

Excelling in crafts, she enjoyed working with jewelry, resin, and scrapbooking.  Billie was a member of Yorks Corners Mennonite Church.  She loved her children immensely and cared for her nieces and nephews like they were her own.  

Surviving besides her husband, Michael, are:  two children, Adam Howell and Amy Howell;  a brother Matthew (Consuelo) Coy of Wellsville;  two sisters, Caroline (James) Hubbard of Wellsville and Angela (William) Cunningham of SC;  a special sister, Dawn Schoenthal of Poca, WV;  two aunts, Sharon (Les) Balch of Wellsville and Paula Borden of Centralia, IL;   nieces and nephews.  S

he was predeceased by her parents;  and paternal grandparents, Walter “Skip” and Edna Coy.  

Friends may call at Yorks Corners Mennonite Church, 3350 County Road 29, Wellsville, NY on Thursday, April 13, 2023 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 1:00 PM.  Pastor Matt Havens will officiate.  Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellsville.  

Memorials may be made to the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America at www.myasthenia.org.  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.

Nathan H. SCOTT, 83, of Whitesville NY, died Monday, April 3, 2023 in Highland Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, Wellsville. 

Born June 28, 1939, in Cuba, he was the son of William R. and Vivian J. Smith Scott.  On January 9, 1998, in Las Vegas, NV, he married the former Vickie L. Bledsoe, who survives. 

Delphine L. Johnson Campagna, 67, of Warren, PA, died Monday evening, April 3, 2023, at Titusville Hospital, Titusville, PA., after suffering an apparent heart attack. 

Delphine was born October 29, 1955, in Warren, PA.  She was the daughter of Delton Johnson and Constance “Connie” Froman Johnson Slater.  She has lived in Warren most of her entire life.   Delphine was a 1974 graduate of Warren Area High School.  She loved her cats and her grandkids.

She is survived by her daughter – Anita Wolfe and her husband, Shannon of Jamestown, N.Y., 1 Sister – Debbie Braley and husband, Tim of Warren, PA., 5 Grandchildren – Corey Burt, Karissa Kontz, Skylar Beckford, Caden Beckford, Nevaeh Harris, 2 Step Grandchildren, 1 Step Great Granddaughter, 1 Great Grandson, 1 Great Granddaughter, several nieces.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Frank Joseph Campagna, Jr., who died August 27, 2017, whom she married November 23, 1974, in Warren, PA., 1 Brother – Daniel Lee Johnson.

Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Monday, April 10, 2023, from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. A funeral and committal service will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. with Doug Hearn, officiating.  Interment will be in Fentonville Cemetery, Fentonville, N.Y. 

Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Anna Shelter, 1555 E. 10^th Street, Erie, PA. 16503 or www.theannashelter.com

E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com

James M. Greville III, 39, of Spruce Ave. in Kane, PA passed away early Tuesday morning (April 4) from injuries received in an ATV accident.  He was born in Kane on Aug. 5, 1983, the son of James (Kathy) Greville II of Kane and Rita Greville of Daytona, FL.

Jim worked at Ardagh Group Glass in Port Allegany as an electrician.  Prior to that he had done many satellite installations throughout the area and also managed the Carhartt portion of his father’s Photo and Sound store in Kane.  He hurdled and high jumped for the Kane track team while in high school and had been on the all-time list for high jump for many years.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by two daughters, Arianna and Jocelyn Greville, both of Kane; one sister, Erica Wirta of Appleton, WI; one stepsister, Ashley Parik of Chicago, IL and his paternal grandmother, Dolores “Dee” Greville, of Kane.  He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and several children who he raised like his own, including, Kayin Bard, Addison, Silas, Easton and Leonidas Plants.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, James Greville Sr. and his maternal grandparents, Fred and Delores “Dody” Johnson.

Friends will be received at the Cummings Funeral Home on Friday (April 7) from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.  A luncheon will follow at the Kane Fire Hall at 6:00 p.m.

Memorial donations may be made to the Kane High School All Sports Boosters, 6965 Route 321, Kane, PA 16735.

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

Michael G. McBreen, 71, of Bear Rd., Emporium, PA formerly of Ebensburg, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at his residence, Emporium, PA on Tuesday morning (April 4, 2023). He was born July 6, 1951 in Altoona, PA a son of the late Donald and Jean Griffith McBreen. On February 27, 1971 in Ebensburg, PA he married Nancy Makin, who survives. Mike and Nancy celebrated over 52 years of marriage. 

After high school, Mike served with the US Coast Guard for four years. He then worked for eighteen years in the coal mines and then ten years as a security guard for homeland security. He was a member of the Emporium Moose Lodge, Miller-Raffaele Post 6221, VFW, the Cameron County Memorial Detail, Ebensburg Legion, and was a life member of May Hollow Sportsman Club, and the Sinnamahoning Sportsman Club. He was an avid hunter, trapper, fisherman, and loved being in the outdoors. He and his wife Nancy were able to live out their dream by living in the Hunts Run area.

In addition to his wife Nancy he is survived by two sons, Jeff McBreen, Pittsburgh;

and Josh McBreen (Tifany), Taxas; six grandchildren: Kagan, Mason, Trinity,Tamsyn, Josie and Orion; eight brothers and sisters, Jim McBreen (Susan), Maryland; Shelly Bittinger McBreen, Mechanicsburg, PA; Donald McBreen (Jan), Johnstown; Mark McBreen, Ashville, PA; Scott McBreen (Kathie), Ebensburg, PA; Douglas McBreen (Julie), Carroltown, PA; Kevin McBreen (Tricia), Ebensburg, PA; Martha McBreen (Stacey) Kentucky; numerous nieces and nephews.

He was was preceded in death by his parents.

At the request of the deceased, there will be no viewing or visitation.  There will be a “Celebration of Life” at a later date at the convenience of the family. 

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Cameron County Memorial Detail, c/o VFW, 427 E. 3rd St., Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Kenneth A. Goodier, age 76, of Osceola, PA passed away on April 2nd, 2023 surrounded by family.

He was born July 21st, 1946, in Corning NY to the late Arthur E. Goodier and Doris H. Space-Campbell. He married Sandra F. Goodier and they spent several loving years together before her passing on Dec 31st, 2012.

Kenneth worked at both the Elkland and Westfield Tannery’s until he started and ran Ken’s Auto and Salvage for 30 plus years at which time he retired, and his boys took over the business. Kenneth enjoyed hunting, competition shooting, working on Art’s stock car with him and visiting family and friends.

Ken leaves behind his children; Laurie (David) Freeman, Robert Goodier both of Osceola, Lisa Repard (Don Bailey) of Westfield and Jackie Fisher of Elkland; daughter-in-law; Melinda Goodier and son-in-law; George Pryslak. Ken is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 28 great- grandchildren, sister; Ellen Moon, brother-in-law; Roy (Deb) Mitchell, sisters-in-law; Joyce (David) Cook, Carol Goodier and Shirley Campbell; and many nieces and nephews.

Ken was preceded in death by his wife; Sandra, daughter; Roxanne Pryslak, son; Arthur Goodier, brother; Thomas Goodier, stepbrother; William Campbell, brother-in-law; Floyd Moon and granddaughter; Brittney Lowe.

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

Betty Jo Tanner, 88, of Elkland, PA passed away on March 31, 2023.

Betty grew up in Virginia where she met the love of her life, Guy Tanner, with whom she happily shared 61 years together.

Betty was a fiercely dedicated mom and homemaker. Holidays were always special. She loved animals with a passion. She enjoyed working in her yard, flea marketing and visiting with her friends.

Betty was preceded by her husband, Guy Tanner.

Surviving are her 3 sons, Guy Tanner of Big Flats, NY, Gary (Yvonne) Tanner and Scott (Lisa) Tanner; 3 grandchildren, Stephanie Jacobson, Scott Tanner, Jr. and Kylie (Hamilton) Schoonover; 4 great-grandchildren, Reed and Quinn Jacobson, Kinsley and Carson Schoonover and Dianna Tanner all from the Elkland area; sister, Patsy (Dennis) Holgate of Poquoson, VA; brother, Ross (Gail) Jones of Hampton, VA; brother-in-law, Dale (Danice) Tanner; sister-in-law’s, Jane (Donald) Cook and Earlene Tanner; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the Wellsboro Hospital for making Betty’s passing as comfortable as possible. In recognition of Betty’s life and her love for animals, a donation can be made to any animal shelter of your choosing.  

A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, www.kenyonfuneralhome.com

William G. Taylor, 88, of Route 646, Gifford, PA passed away Saturday (Apr. 1, 2023) at home, with family by his side.

Born Aug. 15, 1934, he was a son of John H. and Edna V. Gallup Taylor.  On Jun. 12, 1954, in Eldred, he married Faye E. Farrell, who died May 30, 2020. They were married 65 years.

William was employed with Corning Glass Works, Bradford, retiring in 1989, after 21 of service. He also worked with his sons in the family excavating company. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and managed to visit all 50 states.

He was a member of the Hilltop Baptist Church of Gifford. He was an avid craftsman who built toys, furniture and designed & built his own home. He also loved to garden.  

He is survived by two sons, David L. (Julie) Taylor of Gifford and Rodney A. Taylor; five grandchildren: Kristin Sledjeski, Kathryn Oberg, Andrew Taylor, David Taylor and Rebecca Williams; and 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

 He was preceded in death by his wife Faye, a daughter, Dianna L. Taylor, three brothers: Edward, John Jr., and Raymond L. Taylor; four sisters: Naomi Covert, Beulah Zindren, Beatrice Dann, and Dorothy Kenneson.

Friends will be received from 9:30-11 a.m. Wednesday (Apr. 5, 2023) in the Hilltop Baptist Church, Gifford, where a funeral and committal service will be held at 11 a.m. with Rev. Max Simms, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport.

Memorials can be made to the Hilltop Baptist Church or Dianna Taylor Memorial Scholarship @ Smethport Area High School.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.

Condolences can be made to:  David L. Taylor,  3404 Route 646,  Gifford, PA 16732.

Robert W. South, 76, of Harding Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away Monday, April 3, 2023, at the Penn Highlands Hospital, in St Marys. 

Born June 9, 1946, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Harwell and Evelyn J. (Maben) South-Roberts.

On June 17, 1967, in High Point NC, he married Linda (Newton) South, who preceded him in death on November 2, 2021.

Bob was a 1964 graduate of Bradford Area High School.  Following graduation, he enlisted in the US Army on July 9, 1964, and served until his honorable discharge on July 7, 1967.

Bob worked as custodian for the Bradford Area School District for 27 years. In his retirement, he served as the crossing guard for both Fretz and School Street. 

In addition to his love for his family, Bob was deeply devoted to serving his community. He was an original member of the Big 30 All Star Charities Classic Committee serving as Secretary for 47 years before becoming President 3 years ago. He brought joy to many children and families by playing Santa Clause during the holidays throughout the community. Bob operated the scoreboard at many area fields and gymnasiums, including decades of Bradford Owl Football games. He was a long-standing PIAA Track and Field and Cross-Country Official working many local and district meets. He also worked for the Athletic Department at Pitt Bradford. 

Bob was a member of the Hilltop Baptist Church, the American Legion Post 108 and VFW Post 212. 

Surviving are three sons, Robert (Amy) South, of St. Johnsbury, VT, Bradley (Gigi Dupont) South, of Bradford, and Brian (Jennifer) South, of Bradford, five grandchildren, Sierra (Danny) Ehlers, Hannah (Cheyenne) Chavis, Audrey South, Lillian South, and Lucas South, three great-grandchildren, Lacey, Scarlett, and Jeremiah, two sisters, Mary Roberts, of Grand Meadow, MN, and  Reba Lynn Williams, of Bradford, one brother, Jack H. (Vicki) Roberts, of Las Vegas, NV, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife of 54 years, Linda, one brother, Gary South and his mother’s brothers, the Maben’s.

Friends and family will be received on Friday, April 7, 2023, from 3 to 5 PM and 7 to 9 PM in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 E. Main Street. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 10 AM at the Hilltop Baptist Church, with Rev Max Sims, Pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery where Military Honors will be accorded with the United States Army and the Honor Guard of the American Legion Post 108.

Memorials can be made to the Big 30 Charities Classic, P.O. Box 82, Bradford PA 16701.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Marsha M. Struble, 62, of Smethport, PA passed away Monday (April 3, 2023) at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, NY.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Leshia B. Eberts, 58, of Spruce Street, Johnsonburg, PA passed away at her home on April 1, 2023, following a lengthy battle with Lupus.

She was born on September 22, 1964, in Brookville, a daughter of John and Ida Grace Barnett Plyler, who survive.

On April 15, 2019, she married Jeffrey Eberts, who survives. Together they shared their lives, having been together for more than 20 years.

In her free time, Leshia loved painting and doing arts and crafts. She also enjoyed being out in nature, especially while the sun was shining. Above all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren. Leshia was a beautiful person who was always happy, and she would greet everyone with a smile and a hug.

In addition to her parents and her husband Jeff, she is survived by 3 children; Ian Rigby of Johnsonburg, Kayleigh Rigby of Pittsburgh, and Jason Heffner of Dubois; by 3 stepchildren; Daniel, Jessica, and Ashley, and by her 12 beloved grandchildren. She is also survived by 5 sisters; Connie Brosius, Michelle Keim, Lorie Baker, Jill Stephens and Amanda Plyler, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Leshia was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents.

Funeral Services for Leshia B. Eberts will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America.

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

Roulette – Doris L. Kio, 95, of Bradford, PA passed away Sunday (April 2, 2023) at Bradford Ecumenical Home, Bradford.

She was born March 21, 1928 in Fall River, MA  the daughter of Maruice and Lillian (Boucher) Botelho . On April 22, 1944 she married Philip Kio.

She attended school in New London , CT and graduated from Hunnington Institution of Norwich, CT.

Mrs. Kio was always a hard worker helping Phil on the farm and driving school bus as the first woman bus driver for Port Allegany School District. She Also worked as a nurse aid for the Port Allegany Hospital, as a waitress at the ABC Restaurant and owned her own Grinder (Sub) Shop in Norwich, Connecticut.

She was a very social person.  She enjoyed meeting people at coffee and for outings.  She loved Christmas and would crochet items for friends and family. She was well known for her delicious fudge.

She is survived by three sons:  Thomas (Carlene) Kio of  Roulette, Corwin (Hope) Kio of Port Allegany and  Dennis (Lou) Kio of Lufkin TX.

Twelve grandchildren, Twenty eight great grandchildren and several great-great grandchildren

One brother: Maurice Botelho of Middleboro, Massachusetts

And several nieces and nephews,

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son Philip Kio, Jr, one grandson Shane Cook, three brothers and two sisters, Mike Botelho and Sheila Ferry, Janet, James and Fred Valere.

In keeping with Doris’ wishes, there will be no services.

Memorials may be made to the Roulette Ambulance Association or the Roulette Fire Department.  Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

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

Wallace R. “Wally” Dyne, 92 of Oak St. in Kane, PA passed away Saturday (April 1) at UPMC-Kane.

 He was born on May 27, 1930 in Kane, the son of the late Reid and Alice (Johnson) Dyne.  On July 16, 1960, in Kane, he married Jo Ann Swanson, who preceded him in death.

Wally had worked at Quality Woodcraft in the very early 50’s and then went to work at Stackpole in 1952 and stayed there until his retirement.  

He was a lifetime member of the Kane Fish and Game Club and very instrumental in the construction of the club.  He served as a Gun Safety Instructor and was a member of the Kinzua Fish and Wildlife Association.  Wally joined the Kane Elks Club in 1959 and was one of its oldest members.  

He donated his time to Meals on Wheels and the Food Pantry, was involved with Scouting and was himself an Eagle Scout.  He was an active member of Tabor Evangelical Lutheran Church and a regular donor during the American Red Cross Blood Drive.

He is survived by two sons, Steve (Kerri) Dyne and Bob Dyne, both of Kane; one daughter, Deb (Tom) Cunningham of James City; three granddaughters, Drea (Joe) Zuzek, Allison Emer and Sydney Dyne; one grandson, John Emer; two sisters, Joyce Langdon of Waterloo, NY and Beverly (Gerald “Bud”) Keneski of Lakewood Ranch, FL and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Brenda Emer.

Friends are invited to attend a memorial service, which will take place on Saturday (April 15) at Tabor Lutheran Church at 11:00 a.m. with The Rev. David Pflieger officiating.  Interment will take place at Lebanon Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the Kane Fish and Game Club, P.O. Box 621, Kane, PA 16735.

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

The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in  charge of arrangements.

Harold A. Lister, 86, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Sunday (April 2, 2023) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.

He was born September 20, 1936 in Watertown, NY, the son of Harold Lister and Vivian Brooks. On Dec. 21, 1963, in Dansville, NY, he married Carolyn Lewis, who preceded him in death.

Harold graduated from Watertown NY High School and attended Williamsport Area Community College in Williamsport, PA receiving an Associate Degree in Industrial Arts/Printing.  He instructed at Williamsport Area High School, worked for Dresser of Olean, NY, and then at Citizen Printing Shop in Olean, NY. 

He enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He was an avid traditional bow hunter.  He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Olean, NY

He is survived by:

A son: Shane (Heather) Lister of  Mt Jewett

Two daughters: Amie (Greg) Titus of Danville PA and Wendy (Bruce) Whitman of Shinglehouse.

Five children to a previous marriage:  Michael Lister, Brian Lister, Steve Lister, Peggy Lister, Pete Lister

Grandchildren:  Zachariah (Tanah)Titus, Cody Titus, Sierra (Kyle) Showers, Kylene (Jonathan) Fortney, Jacob (Daphne) Lister, Kennedy(Jordan) Whitman, Madison Lister and Chase Whitman

Great grandchildren: Blakely Titus, Jonathon Showers, Daniel Showers, Baker Titus and Kaelyn Showers

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one son, Daniel Lister, and one brother, Leonard Lister

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 7, from 11 AM to 1 PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, PA, where funeral services will be held at 1 PM in the funeral home.  Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

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

Carol L. REES, 73, of Port Allegany, PA, formerly of Roulette, died Saturday, April 1, 2023 in Williamsport Hospital.  

Born December 25, 1949, in Olean, NY, she was the daughter of Richard S. and Wilma A. Carlson Klein.  

A graduate of Port Allegany High School, she devoted her life to raising her family.  She was a Buffalo Bills fan.  

Surviving are:  three children, Wendy (Tom) Rees Manning of Port Allegany, Justin (Tina) Rees of Roulette, and Travis Gaines of Port Allegany;  five grandchildren, Josh, Jake, Steven, Rikki, and Trevor;  and four great-grandchildren.  

She was predeceased by her longtime companion, Gordon Gaines;  a daughter, Laurie Rees;  and a sister, Janice Rennells.  

Services will be private.  Memorials may be made to the family.  

Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Michael A. O’Leary, 68, of Gardeau Rd., Emporium, PA passed away peacefully at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Sunday night (April 2, 2023).

He was born February 13, 1955 in St. Marys, PA a son of the late Charles and Marie Erhensberger O’Leary. In 1993 he married he married Lynne Schultz, who survives.

Mike graduated from Cameron County High School and then from technical school to become an electrician.  He worked at Emporium Contracting, Crosby Contracting and then was a co-owner of Custom Contracting and Tile with Scott Baker.

Mike had a big laugh and smile that could light up a room according to his wife, Lynne. He loved riding motorcycles until an unfortunate encounter with a turkey and then a deer. He then shifted his interest to less dangerous tractors. He loved his dogs, and he loved sitting on his porch in Gardeau watching the deer and the wildlife.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a brother, John E. “Salty” Solveson (Mary), Emporium and a sister, Sally Mumford (John), Jersey Shore, PA.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be No Visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Marks Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Friday, April 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, as Celebrant.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Cameron County SPCA, 678 South Mountain Rd., Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

AUSTIN, Pa.—Lois C. VanWhy, 90, a longtime resident of Austin, PA passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, in Cole Manor, Coudersport.

Born on Sunday, December 11, 1932 in Wharton, she was a daughter of Roy and Martha Bair Logue.  She was married to James “Jim” VanWhy, who predeceased her.

Lois was a graduate of Austin Area High School.  In her early working years, Lois was employed by Sylvania in Emporium and also worked in various local establishments, including Ginzo’s Game Room in Austin.  For many years Lois was employed as a cafeteria lady in Austin.  She then was employed at Coudersport Head Start until her retirement.

Lois was a member of the Austin United Methodist Church.  She was an extremely active life member of the Austin Volunteer Fire Department where she was a first responder in her early years and in later years was one of their most active social members.  She had previously served as President of the Board of Directors of the department.  She spent many Saturday nights chairing, working, or playing Bingo.  She worked nearly every fundraiser and also loved running the annual yard sale with her good friend, Ruby.

She loved all the members of the fire department and their families too.  She was fondly known by the “kids” of the fire department and also the many students she touched the lives of at the school, as “Gramma Lo”.  She truly had a way of making each and every one of them feel special.  Lois’s greatest love was her family, especially her grandchildren, and also loved spending time with her friend, Robin.

Left to cherish her memory are two sons, William “Bill” Wheaton of Spokane, Washington and Darren C. (Carla) VanWhy of Coudersport; four grandchildren, Shelly (Dale) Peters of Emporium, Gabrielle Helberg of Port Allegany, Nicholas (Kina) VanWhy of Houtzdale, and Connor (Kristen) VanWhy of Chattanooga, TN; several great-grandchildren; a brother, Harry Richard (Mary Jane) Logue of Sinnemahoning; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Lois was predeceased by a daughter, Amy; two sisters, Phylis Hudson and Jettie Bickford; and a brother, Jack Logue.

Family and friends may call from 4pm to 6pm on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at the Austin United Methodist Church, Turner Street, Austin where a memorial service will follow at 6pm with Pastor Todd  Lamer, officiating.  Private burial will be in Gilmore Cemetery next to her husband, Jim, and her beloved daughter, Amy.

Memorials may be made to Austin Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 328, Austin, PA 16720.

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

Harold A. Lister, 86, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Sunday (April 2, 2023) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced by a full obituary

Port Allegany – Doris L. Kio, 95, of Bradford, formerly of Port Allegany, PA died Sunday (April 2, 2023) at Bradford Ecumenical Home, Bradford.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced by a full obituary

Port Allegany – Mary L. Francis, 84, of Lewis Run, PA died Sunday (April 2, 2023) at The Pavilion at BRMC, Bradford.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced by a full obituary

Daniel R. Jackson, 47, of Salamanca, NY passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023.

Born December 1, 1975, in Bradford, he is the son of Daniel R. Johnson and Kathryn D. Jackson. He was adopted and raised by Bernard and Thelma (Griffin) Jackson.

Dan was a 1994 graduate of Salamanca High School, where he excelled in football and lacrosse. During high school he was a Boy Scout and was two merit badges short of receiving his Eagle Scout Award.

He was formerly employed at Dallas-Morris Drilling, Keane Drilling, and most recently as a pipeliner for the International Brotherhood of Laborers Local 603. 

Dan enjoyed fishing and was an avid Raiders fan.

Surviving in addition to his parents, is his longtime companion, Diane Jusko, three daughters, Cheyenne Jackson, Jocelyn Martin, and Francesca Jackson, one son, Christopher Jackson, five sisters, Christine Jackson, Jennie Johnson Petitt, Kimberly Jackson Smith, Billie Lynn McGraw, and Heather Hahn, three brothers, Timothy Jackson, Bernard Jackson Jr., and Robert Reid, and many nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends on Thursday April 6, 2023, from 11:00 AM to Noon in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave. in Bradford, followed by funeral services Noon, with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church, officiating. Burial will be in St. Patrick Cemetery Limestone, NY. 

Memorial contributions if desired, may be made to Futures Inc., or the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Leshia B. Eberts, 58, of Spruce Street, Johnsonburg, PA, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at her home following a long battle with Lupus.

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

Lois C. VanWhy, 90, a longtime resident of Austin, PA passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, in Cole 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

Carol L. REES, 73, of Port Allegany, PA, formerly of Roulette, died Saturday, April 1, 2023 in Williamsport Hospital.  

A complete obituary will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  

Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Richard Lee Atwell, age 82, of Troy, PA, formerly of Covington, PA, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Bradford County Manor in Troy, PA.

He was born on September 15, 1940, in Westfield, PA, a son of Floyd Atwell, Jr. and Edna (Brown) Atwell. Richard was the husband of the late Vallie Atwell.

He worked in maintenance at PennDOT, and enjoyed playing the accordion, guns, cats and dogs.

Richard is survived by his brother, Daniel (Guangyu) Atwell of Westfield, PA; his sister, Janice Brooks of Westfield, PA; nephews Aaron Atwell, Adam Atwell, Alex Atwell, Tylor Cochra; nieces Angela Dunlap, Karie Price, Shawn Lapp, Paisley Neidig and his beloved canine companion, Bridget.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, Vallie.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made in Richard’s name to the Second Chance Animal Shelter, 725 Gee Hollow Rd., Tioga, PA, 16946. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com

Martha Lucille Knepper, 81, of Erie Avenue, St. Marys, PA passed away, Friday, March 31, 2023, at Penn Highlands Elk.

She was born September 4, 1941, in Johnsonburg, daughter of the late Maurice and Alberta Heiberger.  Martha was a lifelong resident of the area, attended Johnsonburg and St. Marys schools, and was employed by Elcam as an operator.

On September 9, 1972 in Cresson, PA, Martha married the late Raymond B. Knepper, who preceded her in death on October 24, 2010. 

She is survived by her sisters Anna Mae Krug of Clearfield and Marlene Wilson of St. Marys; her nieces and nephews; and by her many cousins.

In addition to her husband and parents, Martha was preceded in death by her brothers, Norman and Allen Heiberger.

Martha was a member of the Sacred Heart Church.  She enjoyed Bingo, bowling, Cornhole, and coloring.  She participated in the Special Olympics where she won several medals and was very proud of her accomplishments.  She found the most joy spending time with her family especially her cousins during all family gatherings.

Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service to be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 with the Rev. Thomas Curry, OSB, officiating.  Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 from 1:00 PM until the time of service.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Elk/Cameron Special Olympics, P.O. Box 794, St. Marys, PA 15857.

The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.

Gail C. Shafer, age 75, of Westfield, PA passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2023 at the Green Home in Wellsboro.

Born May 30, 1947 in Pottstown, PA, Gail is survived by her son, Gary Shafer, Jr. of Westfield; sister, Sheryl Klopp and a niece, Aimee Klopp.

Private family services will be held at their convenience.

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

James Curtis Smith, 75, of 165 Wrenwood Way, Greenback, TN and a former Little Genesee, NY resident passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at the Hospice of Western Reserve, Cleveland, Ohio, following a lengthy illness.

Born on March 23, 1948 in Olean, he was the son of Paul B. and Geraldine Stone Smith. Jim married Henrietta J. Speta in 1966 in Scio; she preceded him in death on September 11, 1977. On June 10, 1978, he married Kathleen Krusey in Monroeville, PA. Mrs. Smith survives.

Jim was a graduate of Bolivar Central School class of 1966. Jim was employed as a machinist by Dresser Rand Co. of Wellsville from 1967-2013. An avid NASCAR/Rusty Wallace fan, Jim was a car buff since before he was old enough to drive. He was an accomplished auto body repairman and took great pride in his cars and trucks.

His fondest memories of his teenage years were his antics with great friends and brothers in Kossuth, plus time he spent in the Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corp. He loved working outside to keep his home looking the best it could be, as long as it involved equipment in John Deere green. He loved his family unconditionally, including fur kids past and present.

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are his mother, Geraldine Wood Bolivar; three children, Michelle L. Reynolds, Richburg, Patricia A. Allen, Leesburg, FL and Duane C. Smith, Clifton Springs, NY; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Linda (Skip) Benjamin, Bolivar, Carol Perrin, Palm Harbor, FL and Nancy Borrino, Webster, NY; one brother David (Kathi Winecker) Smith, Flemington, NJ; step-sister Brenda (Roger) Olmstead, Cuba NY; step-brothers, Dale Wood, Saginaw, TX, Merle Wood, Greeley, CO, Bruce (Amy Nielsen) Wood, Davenport, IA and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas H. Smith, step-brother Phillip Wood, and step-father Carlton Wood.

At Jim’s request services will be private at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Bolivar.

Memorials may be made to the Bolivar Community Improvement Club, 154 Wellsville Street, Bolivar, NY 14715 or SPCA serving Allegany County, 5440 Rt. 19, Belmont, NY 14813.

A life celebration will be held on Saturday, April 8,2023 at 2P.M. at the home of Skip and Linda Benjamin, 6717 South Bolivar Rd., Bolivar, NY.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar.

Bernice Wallon Welch, 92, of Eldred, PA passed away Thursday (March 30, 2023).

She was a daughter of Joseph and Anna Wallon, born May 20, 1930, in Olean, N.Y., residing in Eldred since 1960.

She was a graduate of Olean High School, class of 1948, and Sisters of Charity School of Nursing, Buffalo, N.Y., class of 1952. After nursing school, she and three classmates moved to California to work. She later returned to Olean to work at several local hospitals.

On Aug. 20, 1955, at Transfiguration Church in Olean, she married Dr. John Preston Welch Jr., who predeceased her on Aug. 23, 1996.

Bernice was selfless with family, friends, church, and community. She was proud of her Polish heritage and would offer a shot of Krupnik to any willing visitor. She loved to travel and her favorite travel memories were trips to see Pope John Paul II. We’re pretty sure she is now dancing the polka with St. John Paul II as she always wanted.

Bernice was a member of St Raphael’s Church and Altar Rosary Society, Eldred Nurses Association, Eldred Red Hatted Rebels, Pulaski Club of Olean.

She is survived by daughters, Pat Welch, Kathy (Rick) Markey, Jackie (Perry) Burdick, and Mo (Tim) Raught; 14 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren; sisters, Marion Pockalny, Jenny (Ray) Borowski, and Joan (Tom) Kaydos, all of Olean, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Mary Katherine Valentinelli of Dryden, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews.

Bernice was predeceased by daughter Dr. Ann Welch and sons Michael “Doc” Welch and John Welch, and her parents.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday (April 2, 2023) at the Charles M. Frame Funeral Home, 230 Main St., Eldred. The rosary will be recited by St Raphael’s Altar Rosary Society at 6:45 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 11 a.m. Monday (April 3, 2023), officiated by Fr. Brian Vossler and Fr. Tom Brown at St Raphael’s, 16 First St., Eldred.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Eldred World War II Museum, Eldred Library and Historical Society, or UPMC Hospice, 102-108 S. Main St. Coudersport, PA 16915.

Mary I. (DeStasio) Williams, age 74, of Westfield, PA, died on Friday, March 31, 2023. 

She was born on May 29, 1948 in Wellsboro, PA a daughter of the late Richard and Mary Ida (Husted) DeStasio. 

Mary had worked for Tioga County Human Services for many years, was a master gardener and enjoyed crocheting and watching her birds. 

She is survived by her husband of 56 years: Craig Williams of Westfield, PA, two sons: Bruce (Amy) Williams of Wellsboro, PA, Jason (Katrina) Williams of Tioga, PA, two daughters: Audrey Williams of Wellsboro, PA, Amy Smith of SC, brother: Richard DeStasio, Jr. of Westfield, PA, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. 

Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.