Roger D. Grover, 63, of Smethport, PA passed away, Friday, February 24, 2023, after a lengthy illness.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
“beloved mother and grandmother”
Margaret J. “Peg” Salada, 88, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, in Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, after a long illness.
Born on Sunday, January 27, 1935 in Helvetia, she was a daughter of Andrew and Florence Reagle Sulin. On July 21, 1951 in Harborceeek, she married James L. Salada, who passed away on October 15, 2006.
Peg attended the Helvetia Company School in Helvetia. She was first employed on the John Gresh farm in Girard. In June of 1971, Peg along with her husband and family, moved to Shinglehouse, owning and operating a dairy farm, Salada Farms. They also ran a trucking company, Salada Farms Express in Shinglehouse.
Peg was a member of Grace Bible Independent Church in Shinglehouse. She was a member of the former Perry Highway Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed being around animals, taking care of the farm calves, bottle feeding and medicating them. She also enjoyed riding her tractor. Her greatest love was her family.
Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Bradley W. “Brad” Salada and Allen A. (Amber) Salada, both of Shinglehouse; three daughters, Gloria Jean (Robert) Boozer of Cochranton, Patricia Ann Salada of Bowman, SC, and Terri Lynn (Dave) Sliwinski of Stoneboro; seventeen grandchildren; forty-two great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Edward (Bobby Ann) Sulin of DuBois; and several nieces and nephews.
Peg was predeceased by her parents; her husband of 55 years; a son, James K. Salada; three grandchildren, Tyler Boozer, Mason Boozer, and Carrie Boozer; and a brother, Al Joe Sulin.
Family and friends may call from 10am to 12 noon on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Grace Bible Independent Baptist Church, 392 Coon Crossing Road, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will follow at 12 noon with Roger N. Hain, pastor emeritus of Black Creek Baptist Church, and Pastor Phil Seely of Grace Bible Independent Baptist Church, Shinglehouse, officiating. Burial will be next to her husband in the East Sharon Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Peg’s name may be made to the Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 475, Shinglehouse, PA 16748; to the Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Association, PO Box 98, Shinglehouse, PA 16748; to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, PO Box 631, Buffalo, NY 14203; or to Grace Bible Independent Baptist Church, 392 Coon Crossing Road, Shinglehouse, PA 16478.
Peg’s final arrangements have been entrusted 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 Peg, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Margaret J. “Peg” Salada, 88, of Shinglehouse, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, in Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, after a long illness.
Family and friends may call from 10am to 12 noon on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Grace Bible Independent Baptist Church, 392 Coon Crossing Road, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will follow at 12 noon.
A complete will follow.
Peg’s final arrangements have been entrusted to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
June F. GRAY, 93, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, February 23, 2023 in her home.
Born June 29, 1929, in Greensburg, she was the daughter of Henry Jacob and Violet June Lambert Fox. She was married to Wilbur L. Gray, who predeceased her on August 28, 1991. June was employed in the cafeteria by the Northern Potter School District for 25 years. She was a 40-year member of the First Baptist Church of Ulysses, current member of the Gold Church, Tri-Town Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary, Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees, Ulysses Library volunteer, and served as a Potter County Hospice volunteer for 25 years. June was honored as Ulysses Citizen of the Year.
Surviving are: five children, Robert L. (Joann) Gray of Camp Hill, John A. (Mary) Gray of Hornell, NY, Wilbur H. (Sue) Gray of Middletown, Darlene Thompson of Ulysses, and Sandra (Hal) Dibble of Westfield; nine grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a brother, Ronald H. Fox of New Stanton; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a grandson, Joshua Dibble.
Friends may call at Gold Church, 2402 SR 49 W, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 4:00 – 5:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 5:00 PM. Rev. Cameron Cowburn will officiate. Burial will be in Mills Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Gold Church, 2402 SR 49 W, Ulysses, PA 16948 or Ulysses Library, P.O. Box 316, Ulysses, PA 16948. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Hulda V. McCUTCHEON, 95, of North Bingham, PA, died Saturday, February 25, 2023 in her home. Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
F. Bruce Whitman, of Emporium, PA, sadly passed away on February 6, 2023, at the age of 83.
Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Jean Goyt and Leroy Whitman and his daughter Missy Peterson.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Wertz Keeney Whitman also of Emporium, PA. He leaves behind his children, Michele (Faron) Clouser of Mechanicsburg, PA, Diane (Timothy) Williamson of Summerville, SC, David Keeney of Emporium, PA, Joseph (Heather) Whitman of Elizabethtown, PA, and Michael (Kelly) Whitman of Camp Hill, PA.
He was blessed with nine grandchildren, Cassandra Reigle, Bryan Williamson, Alex Williamson, Zachary Whitman, Elizabeth Cossaboon, Ashley Williamson, Meghan Keeney, Lexi Whitman and Tyler Whitman as well as five great-grandchildren, Jenalyse, Emerson, Briella, Xander and Millie and another on the way.
Bruce was born on May 11, 1939, in Carlisle, PA and was a member of the 1957 graduating class from Alexis DuPont High School in Delaware.
One of Bruce’s many talents was being blessed with the ability to put pen to paper and eloquently express anything and everything and as such enjoyed a successful career as a sportswriter for the Patriot News for thirty-three years. He was well known as an outdoors enthusiast and retired after 15 years serving as Assistant Director for the Information & Education Bureau of the Pennsylvania State Game Commission.
After officially retiring, he continued his love for the outdoors and writing when he relocated to Cameron County, PA and fulfilled his dream when he began writing for the Cameron County Echo, a position he held until his passing.
Bruce was a member of the Sinnemahoning Sportsman Club, American Legion, and the VFW.
In addition to his love for sports and the outdoors, he taught himself how to play bass guitar after retiring and became a member of a band.
Services will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in the K.M. Knight Funeral Home, 31 Second Street, Highspire, PA. A visitation will be held at 2:00 p.m. until time of service in the funeral home. Family and friends are welcome to attend a celebration of life following the service at the Penn Harris Gun Club, of which Bruce was a lifetime member, located at 201 Richardson Rd., Middletown, PA 17057.
John K. Parana, 89, of 326 Clarion Rd., Johnsonburg, PA died Thursday evening, February 23, 2023 at home surrounded by his family after a lengthy illness.
He was born on December 14, 1933 in Johnsonburg a son to the late Joseph and Anna Gluch Parana. On June 6, 1963 he married the love of his life, Karen A. Wensel and she survives.
John was a lifelong resident of Johnsonburg and was a graduate of Johnsonburg High School. He was a Vitenam Era Army Vet serving as a PFC with the 54th NIKE Battallion at Ft. Meade and Aberdeen, MD and he also served 4 years in the Army Reserves.
John had worked for Russ Construction, PennTech Papers and as a draftsman for Stackpole Carbon Co. in Johnsonburg and St. Marys and was the street superintendent for Johnsonburg Boro until he found his dream job; He retired in 2002 after 30 years of service with the Pennsylvania DCNR where he was maintenance supervisor of Bendigo, Elk and Kinzua State Parks. He loved his job! He and his brother George also had a contracting business painting houses and siding and roofing houses.
John was a member of Holy Rosary Church and had been a member of Central Hose Co. where he was a fireman for many years and served several terms as president and vice-president. He had served two separate times on the Johnsonburg Borough Council. He loved camp, and the outdoors. Family was a Keystone in his life.
John is survived by his wife Karen at home, a son John W. Parana of Johnsonburg, three daughters; Kisa Tomaski and her partner Bart O’Leary, Trina, Mrs. Tom DeStephano and Teri Parana of St. Marys, 6 grandchildren; Morgan McDermott, Kyle McNeel, Tyler Tomaski, Vincent DeStephano, Shannon McKinney and Jacob DeStephano, 7 great-grandchildren and his special brothers; Edward George Parana of Wilcox and Thomas Parana and his wife Carol of Johnsonburg. A brother-in-Law Darrell W. Wensel and his wife Connie of State College and numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
In addition to his parents, John is predeceased by a brother Joseph Parana, sisters Annie Parana in infancy, Mary Ann Kreckel, Patricia Peterson, Helen Wickett, Agnes Manno and Kathryn Kocjancic, his uncle Paul Gluch a cousin Mary A “Bobo” Knapik and his in-laws Clarence and Ester Wensel.
Friends and Family are invited to attend a Funeral Service for John K. Parana to be conducted at the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA on Monday, February 27, 2023 at 11 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor of Holy Rosary Church as celebrant. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 AM on Monday morning. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Johnsonburg.
Military Honors will be accorded by the Johnsonburg-Ridgway Servicemen’s Detail. Detail Members are asked to assemble at the funeral home Monday morning at 10:30 AM.
If desired, memorial contributions should be made to the Johnsonburg Public Library, 520 Market St., Johnsonburg, PA 15845, the Johnsonburg Community Center, 600 Market St., Johnsonburg, PA 15845 or the Elk County Humane Society, 1029 E. Eschbach Rd., St. Marys, PA 15857.
Ruth Katherine Thompson, 100, of Coudersport, PA passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Cole Manor in Coudersport.
Born on Tuesday, February 20, 1923 in Colesburg, Pa., she was the daughter of Edgar Harvey and Katherine Anna Mosch Tucker. On June 11, 1944, she married Robert A. Thompson, who predeceased her in 2001.
Ruth had been employed at Eastman Kodak as a film inspector in Rochester, N.Y. for over 40 years before she retired to Colesburg, PA. She was a member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church.
Ruth is survived by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Ruth was predeceased by two brothers, Franklin “Bub” Tucker and Edgar “Sonny” Tucker, of Coudersport; and two sisters, Marjory “Marge” Butz and Beatrice “Tootie” Clark, both of Coudersport.
A memorial service and interment will be held at a later date determined by the family and will be held at the Woodland Cemetery in Hebron.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ruth’s name may be made to UPMC Cole Home Health and Hospice, 102-108 S. Main Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Final arrangements are being conducted by 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 Ruth, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Louise Smith, 95, of Covington, PA passed away peacefully with loving care and family by her side at The Green Home in Wellsboro, PA on February 23, 2023.
Louise was born June 30, 1927, in Leroy, PA to the late Ivaldia ”Val” and Helen Turner. She graduated from Covington High School where she met the love of her life, Chester H. Smith, to whom she was married from 1945 until his passing in December 2012.
Surviving daughters are Linda (James) Crosby, Lynchburg, VA; Barbara Smith (Kathleen Carico), Covington, PA; and Marilyn (Charles) Carlton, Verona, VA. Surviving brother is Jack (Mary) Turner of Covington.
She was preceded in death by two daughters: Connie Lee Smith in 1950; and Elaine (Thomas) Hazelton in 2018; and by a great-grandson, Dawson Clay in 2010; a sister Marie, and two brothers, Jim and Bob.
The 16 grandchildren are Scott, Michelle, Shaun, Lindsay, Lauren, Allison (Crosby); Brian, Julie, Matthew, Mark, Amanda (Hazelton); and Nathan, Jared, Justin, Will, and Logan (Carlton). She is also survived by many great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. She loved and served them all with tirelessness and grace, leaving them and her friends with many happy memories.
Louise loved serving her Lord at both the Covington Baptist and Bakerburg Community Churches, playing organ for church services and numerous weddings and funerals for at least 65 years, a particularly special accomplishment not just for the length of time but because she was also self-taught and much requested.
Louise took over her father’s insurance business in the late 1960s when he was no longer able, and successfully ran it until she sold it and worked for that agency in Blossburg. Later, as township secretary she learned computing to do payroll and kept learning. Alongside all of that she created a warm home and assisted Chet with the auto business, horses, and beef cattle. Her community service included election board duty and running a notary public service from her home for many years.
Calling hours will be Saturday March 4, 2023, from 4 to 6 pm at Tussey-Moser Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA. A Memorial Service service will be on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 2:00 pm in the First Presbyterian Church, 130 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA with Louise and Chet’s former pastor, Dave Dressler, officiating.
Interment will be at Gray Cemetery in Covington.
To share a memory or condolence with her family, visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Daniel E. Hasney, 87, of Old Kane Rd. in Wilcox, PA passed away Wednesday afternoon (Feb. 22) at his residence.
He was born Aug. 6, 1935, in Wilcox, the son of the late John and Anna (Adams) Hasney. On April 30, 1960, in Wilcox, he married Donna Rolfe, who survives.
Mr. Hasney had worked at Penn Tech in Johnsonburg for 40 years. He then worked as a consultant for Asten Johnson for 18 years. He was a life long member of the Wilcox Sportsman Club and also the Wilcox American Legion where he currently was serving as 2nd Vice Commander. He was an avid outdoorsman and gardener and he truly loved spending time at his camp.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Valerie (Carl “Scott”) Cook of Ridgway and Vicky (Bryan) Punk of James City; one son Lance Hasney of Wilcox; three granddaughters, Lisa (Jeffery) Jacobs, Amy (Patrick) Pistner and Alison (Michael) Matula; a step grandson, Michael (Hannah) Punk; a step granddaughter, Melissa (Ryan) Smith; a great-granddaughter, Sidney Pistner; a great-grandson, Remy Pistner; a step great-granddaughter, Kenna Punk; a step great-grandson, Nolan Punk, and a great great-granddaughter, Addison Smith.
He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Joseph, Lawrence and Francis Hasney.
Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass which will take place on March 4, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at St Anne’s Catholic Church, with the Rev. David Wilson, as celebrant. Burial with military honor’s will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc . is in charge of services.
June F. GRAY, 93, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, February 23, 2023 in her home.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Richard D. “Rick” Ingerick, age 67, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.
He was born on October 21, 1955 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Richard M. and Pauline (Whitney) Ingerick and was the husband of Linda (Douglas) Ingerick.
Rick was a machinist working in the aircraft industry for many years.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Linda D. (Douglas) Ingerick, age 73, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, February 23, 2023.
She was born on June 25, 1949 in Wellsboro, PA, a daughter of the late Charles and Eva (Tompkins) Douglas and was the wife of Richard “Rick” Ingerick.
Linda was formerly employed by Wundies, Wellsboro, PA and Truck-Lite of Wellsboro, PA.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 12:00 pm at the Niles Valley Cemetery, Middlebury Center, PA with Pastor Bob Treat officiating.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Ruth Katherine Thompson, 100, of Coudersport, PA passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Cole Manor in Coudersport.
Funeral arrangements, being conducted by Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Tena M. MANNY, 57, of Mills, PA, died Wednesday, February 22, 2023 in UPMC West Shore Hospital, Mechanicsburg.
Born January 25, 1966, in Rochester, NY, she was the daughter of Harry and Fay Hand Meise. She was married to Reuben John Manny, who survives. Tena attended Northern Potter High School and was employed by K&W in Westfield for many years.
Surviving besides her husband, Reuben, are: three children, Sherry (Jeff) Dennis of Westfield, Reuben Manny of Elmira, NY, and Cathy Thompson of Ulysses; five grandchildren, Aspyn Dennis, Brittani Thompson, Aeyona Dennis, Courtney Thompson, and Azaria Dennis; three brothers, Charles (Joanne) Wright of Knoxville, Terry (Cindy) Wright of Galeton, and Jason Meise of Westfield; three sisters, Joanie Caane of Duke Center, Lisa K. Wright of Westfield, and Kelly (Dave) Erhard of Ulysses; uncles; nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Sunday, February 26, 2023 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 6:00 PM. Rev. Sean Grossman will officiate. Burial will be in Mills Cemetery. Memorials may be made to U.S. Renal Care Wellsboro, 70 Plaza Lane, Wellsboro, PA 16901. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
June Catherine Adams, 91, of 521 Hyde Avenue, Ridgway, PA passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor.
She was born June 28, 1931, in Irvington, NJ, daughter of the late Alfred and Alice Merdinger Nagel. She was raised in Chester, NJ and had been a resident of the area since 2002.
In 1978, June remarried Mike Adams, who preceded her in death in 2002.
June is survived by her daughter, Nancy Voss-Coleman (Barry) of Swannanoa, NC; two sons, Craig Donald Voss of Concord, NC and Todd Voss (Siobhan) of Ridgway; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and by her sister, Lois Entwisle of Durham, NC.
June saw much of the world. She spent her summers in Boothbay, Maine for a number of years where she served as the Director of Volunteers for the Boothbay Harbor Hospital and started the Progressive Gourmet Dinner Club. An avid gardener, June was a member of the Boothbay Harbor Garden Club for 20 years. During the winters, she spent her time in Punta Gorda, FL, where she was an avid golfer and taught arts and crafts.
For one year June lived in Tehran, Iran while working for American Bell International and spent time traveling the Middle East and Europe. After her husband passed in 2002, she lived in Florida and Kersey, and in 2016 she moved to Ridgway. She was a member of the Fox Township Senior Center and enjoyed spending her time painting and doing crafts, which was her greatest pleasure. She deeply loved and adored her family and friends and treasured her time spent with them.
There will be no visitation.
Funeral and committal services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Chester, NJ.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Shriners Children’s Erie, 1645 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Robert A. Kelly, 62, of Smethport, PA passed away Wednesday (February 22, 2023) at his residence in Smethport.
He was born May 14, 1960 in Port Allegany, the son of Joseph Kelly and Mildred Schwiekart.
Rob was a 1978 graduate of Port Allegany High School. He served in the U.S. Army after school. He was an Army Scout with marksman qualifications badge.
Rob was a self employed carpenter/handyman and a “jack of all trades” in the area for many years.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and NASCAR. He loved the Pittsburgh Steelers and was up to help anyone that needed a hand in life. He adored his grandchildren and loved doing carpentry.
He is survived by his companion of 12 years, Sandra Kiehlmeier of Smethport
Two daughters: Ashley (Derek) O’Connell of Cyclone and Stephany (Justin) Kaziska of Smethport
Three sons: Joshua (Jenifer) McCain of New Jersey, Matthew (Jolene) McCain of Houston, TX, and John (Julie) Meacham of Turtlepoint
Twelve grandchildren
One brother: Edward (Nancy) Kelly of NJ
Three sisters: Julia (Donald) Soegaard of Sutter, CA, Patricia Starr and Linda Hardes, both of Port Allegany
Two step sisters: RaeAnn (Tom) Manning of Pendleton, SC and Lynn (Dewey) Leonard of Port Allegany
In addition to his parents, Rob was preceded in death by his stepmother, Marjorie Kelly, two brothers, Harry and Joseph Kelly, and one sister, Nancy Kelly.
There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 11AM from the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 2 Bank St., Smethport, with the Rev. Max Simms, pastor of the Hilltop Baptist Church, officiating. Military Honors will be accorded by the American Legion; Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport. A luncheon will be served after services at the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby, PA.
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., Smethport.
Smethport – Adda M. Brace, 86, of Bradford, formerly of Cyclone, passed away Thursday (February 23, 2023) at The Pavilion at BRMC, Bradford.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Marguerite M. Lasher, 86, of First Street, Eldred, PA went to be with her lord on Wednesday (February 22, 2023) surrounded by her loving family.
Born on October 16, 1936 in Coryville, she was the daughter of Joseph and Doris Dunn Connolly. On August 27, 1955 at the Smethport Episcopal Church she married her husband Charles A. “Bud” Lasher who preceded her in death on October 11, 2015.
Marguerite was a longtime resident of Eldred and a 1955 graduate of Otto Eldred High School. She was a life member of the First Church of God, Eldred. Also, she loved reading, crocheting, watching NCIS and Dr. Pol, and she loved when she would go camping with her late husband and family. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, and especially her grand-daughter.
Surviving are four daughters; Barbara Callahan of Eldred, Suzanne (David) Louk of Eldred, Crystal (Luke) Hathaway of Dayton, TN., Debbie (Rich) Minner of Eldred; six grandchildren, Trevor, Heather, William, Zachary, Mick, Kris, Erin and Matt; and Nine great-grandchildren, Blake, Braden, Kevin, Lucy, Soyer, Maisey, C.J. and Joey.
In addition to her husband of sixty years, she was preceded in death by a son, Charles Joseph Lasher; and three siblings, Audean, Joe, and Tom Connolly.
Friends may call on Monday (February 27th, 2023) at the First Church of God, Eldred from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, at which time a celebration of life will be held with the Rev. Jim Kazimer, pastor of the church, officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the First Church of God, Eldred or to the McKean County VNA and Hospice.
Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com.
Sharon L. Learn, 77, of Bradford, PA passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023 at the Bradford Manor.
She was born on December 20, 1945 in Bradford, the daughter of the late Al and Evelyn Hanson.
She was a member of the First Wesleyan Church and she volunteered for many benefits and church functions. She was also an avid reader who enjoyed working on crafts.
She is survived by one son, Michael (Mary Sives) Gray of Bradford; one daughter, Michelle Gear of Bradford; one brother, Dale Kerstetter; three grandchildren; two great grandchildren plus one on the way and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents; she was also preceded in death by her longtime companion, “Doc” Holliday.
At her request private services will be held at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Tena M. MANNY, 57, of Mills, PA, died Wednesday, February 22, 2023 in UPMC West Shore Hospital, Mechanicsburg.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Robert A. Kelly, 62, of Smethport, PA passed away Wednesday (February 22, 2023) at his residence in Smethport.
Arrangements will be announced in a full obituary by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Michael J. “Mike” Peterson, age 72, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.
He was born on December 16, 1950 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Jerome Peterson and Barbara Ann Peterson and was retired from Osram Sylvania, Wellsboro, PA.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, February 27, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Catlin Hollow Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Karl F. LORENZ, 69, of Harrison Valley, PA, formerly of Bechtelsville and Limerick, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023 in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY.
Born May 8, 1953, in Doylestown, he was the son of John and E. May Black Lorenz. On March 7, 1997, in Boyertown, he married the former Jill A. Clark, who survives.
A graduate of Central Bucks High School, he studied at Delaware Valley Community College. Early in his career, he was employed as a mechanic. After that, he was in sales for Associated Truck Parts in Gilbertsville and Cumberland Truck Parts. Since living in Harrison Valley, he was employed by NAPA in Westfield and Carquest in Galeton. Karl was a member of the NRA and NAHC.
An outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, four-wheeling, snowmobiling, and tinkering on machines. He loved animals all his life; always bringing strays home.
Surviving besides his wife, Jill, are: a brother, Joel (Marian) Lorenz; two nieces, Danielle Lorenz and Alison Lorenz; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews on Jill’s side.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a half-brother, John “Earl” Lorenz.
Services will be private.
Memorials may be made to Harrison Township Volunteer Fire Co., 112 E. Tannery St., Harrison Valley, PA 16927 or Crary Hose Co., 429 E Main St., Westfield, PA 16950.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Dana J. Stevens, 51, of Coudersport, PA passed away February 19, 2023, at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
Dana was born on November 22,1971 in Coudersport. He was the son of Marilyn (Zamberlan) Plivelic of Austin and the late Russell D. Stevens. Dana married his long-time companion, the former Timecka Dubots on May 21, 2022.
Dana was a graduate of Austin Area High School, Class of 1989. He was a member of the Carpenters Union and worked with numerous construction companies in the area. Dana also worked for S. Wilson Enterprises.
Dana was a Firefighter for 35 years and was a life member of both Austin and Coudersport volunteer fire departments. Dana performed many duties within Coudersport’s organization from Captain, Board Member, Rescue Squad and Apparatus Committee Member. Dana was the building/construction manager when renovations were done on the station a couple years ago.
Dana fought a long, hard and triumphant battle with carcinoid cancer. The one piece of advice that Dana wanted to leave everyone with was this: “Make sure that you are your biggest healthcare advocate!! Know your body and find a doctor that is going to help you fight! Most importantly, have a strong support system.” You can support his last wish by being your own and biggest advocate! #danastrong
In addition to his wife and mother, Dana is survived by sons, Derek and Dane Stevens, both of Coudersport; his brother, Patrick (LeAnne) Stevens of Austin; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, Dana was preceded in death by a sister, Debbie Sue Stevens.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Dana‘s life on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 11a.m., at the Coudersport Fire Station, 171 Port Allegany Rd, with a luncheon to follow. The family suggests memorial contributions in Dana’s name be made to the Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 161, Coudersport, PA 16915 or to the Austin Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 328, Austin, PA 16720.
The family has entrusted Dana’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 North East St., Coudersport. To share your fondest memories of Dana, or to sign his guestbook. Please visit www.thomasfickinger.com
June C. Adams, 91, of 521 Hyde Avenue, Ridgway, PA passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Jeanette “Jean” D. Weber, 80, of Smethport, PA passed away Wednesday (February 22, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
Arrangements are incomplete and a full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Dale E. Fleeger, 80, of Washington Street, St. Marys, PA passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a brief illness.
He was born on November 21, 1942 in Slippery Rock, PA, a son of the late Paul R. and Nellie E. Warsing Fleeger.
On November 15, 1969, in Slippery Rock, he married Frances Armstrong Fleeger, who survives of St. Marys. Together they shared more than 53 years of love, laughter, and happiness.
Dale worked for many years as a groundskeeper for Slippery Rock University, and then worked at Dollar General and Walmart following his retirement. He loved the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. He was also an avid photographer who enjoyed watching and photographing wildlife. He was a good and kind man who loved traveling with his wife and spending time with his family.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter; Kelly Frey of St. Marys; and by his 2 grandchildren; Margaret “Maggie” Frey and Hunter Frey. He is also survived by two brothers; Ronald (Linda) Fleeger of VA, and Thomas Fleeger of Volant, and by numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his former son-in-law; Dean Frey.
In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by a sister in infancy.
Funeral Services for Dale E. Fleeger will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Friday, February 24, 2023 from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Elk Haven Nursing Home Activities Fund.
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
Dennis David BRISTOL, 56, of Ulysses, PA, died Sunday, February 12, 2023.
He was born January 12, 1967 in Detroit, MI. Dennis was a 1984 graduate of Northern Potter High School, where he was an academic student and active in track, wrestling, and varsity club.
He served with the U.S. Navy from 1984 – 1987. He attended South Florida State College in Sebring and earned an associate’s degree from the University of Central Florida in Orlando.
Dennis was employed as caretaker for Ulysses Cemetery and Mills Cemetery.
Surviving are: a son, Devin Bristol of Ulysses; a brother, Dannie (Cristin) Bristol of Alva, FL; a niece, Bailey Bristol; nephews, Noah Bristol and Anson Bristol; and longtime friend, Laureen Addis of Ulysses.
He was predeceased by his parents, Samuel E. and Arlene A Heidt Bristol.
Services will be announced on a later date.
Memorials may be made to Ulysses Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 153, Ulysses, PA 16948. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Patricia A. Fisher, 70, of Derrick City, PA passed away Monday, February 20, 2023, at the Olean General Hospital.
Born July 23, 1952, in Bradford, she was the daughter of the late Albert Fisher and Leona (Marrone) Fisher Walter.
She was a 1970 graduate of Bradford Area High School and a 1974 graduate of Ashland College in Ashland, OH, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.
Patti worked as a substitute teacher for the Bradford Area School District and later as a health & physical education teacher at Cameron County School District for over 30 years.
She enjoyed playing for the Golden Girls in the women’s softball league, playing pickleball, and golfing in the Smethport Country Club women’s golf league. She enjoyed restoring antique furniture, and she had a talent for building and crafting furniture. She collected cars, from Corvettes and Camaros.
Surviving are eleven “Marrone Cousins”, including Ron Pertruzzi, Mary Murawski, Margaret DiTanna, Mary Kay Colf, John Oszustowicz, Kristan Arrona, Len Oszustowicz, Charlene Ewald, Raymond Marrone, James Marrone, and Marty Marrone, Also surviving are Patti’s special friends, Barb and Bill Black, Janele Faucher, Linda Monti, Diane Rea, Claudia Quinn, and Lori and Bob Au and family.
Friends will be received on Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 10:30 am to 11:00 am in St. Francis of Assisi Church, where at 11:00 am a Mass of Christian Burial will be held with Rev. John Jacquel, as celebrant officiating. Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids and Cancer, PO Box 1299, Bradford, PA 16701 or to Relay for Life, PO Box 67, Bradford, Pa 16701.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
