Obituaries

Robert E. TORMEY, 88, of Harrison Valley, PA, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025 surrounded by his family.  

He entered into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior and was reunited with his beloved wife, sharing in the eternal joy of God’s promise.  While he will be deeply missed, we rejoice in the hope and assurance that he is now at peace in the presence of his Lord.

Born June 22, 1937, in Englewood, NJ, he was the son of George F. and Lena Altorfer Tormey.  A graduate of Northern Potter High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1960 – 1962.  On December 23, 1960, in Harrison Valley, he married Beverly Kibbe, who predeceased him on April 24, 2013.  He was employed by CNG for many years. 

Jay Gorton, 84, of Chamberlain Avenue, Bradford, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.

Born June 24, 1941, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Clifford and Phyllis (Harrington) Gorton. He was a 1959 graduate of Bradford High School.

After high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy. He was stationed in Germany and Turkey, and was honorably discharged in 1964.

Gertrude R. Trimble

Gertrude R. “Gert” Trimble, 85, of Oswayo, passed away in her home surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

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

To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Gert, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Eden C. Bennett                              “beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister”

Eden C. Bennett, 44, of Olean passed away with her loving family and friends by her side on Monday, September 15, 2025, in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, after a prolonged illness.

Born on Thursday, January 29, 1981 in Olean NY, she was a daughter of Mark Bennett and Virginia Busch Bennett, adding to an already extensive family tree. On May 20, 2006 in Allegany NY, Eden started her own branch of that tree when she took as her husband Robert “Bob” Graff, who survives. That union would yield two children who would enrich both of their lives and would continue to be the light of her life in both this life and the next.

Elizabeth A. Lindemuth, 95, formerly of 29 Leonard Avenue, Bradford, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born July 6, 1930, in Lewis Run, she was a daughter of the late John C. and Katherine H. (Kopelock) Terpak.

Liz was a 1948 graduate of St. Bernard School.

On January 8, 1972, in Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, she married Henry C. Lindemuth, who preceded her in death on April 24, 1998.

Priscilla A. Geiser “beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother”

Priscilla A. Geiser, 81, of Coudersport, passed away with her children by her side on Friday, September 19, 2025 in The Gatehouse Hospice, Williamsport, after a brief illness.

Born on Thursday, January 27, 1944 in Doylestown, she was a daughter of Alvin J. and Helen Furness Sigafoos. In 1992, she married Ronald H. “Geez” Geiser, who passed away on May 27, 2017.

Dennis M. McGeehan, 77, of Meredith Road, Kersey, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 22, 2025 at his residence. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Florence M. Secco, 91, of 105 Frey Road, Kersey, passed away peacefully with her family by her side Sunday, September 21, 2025. 

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Robert E. TORMEY, 88, of Harrison Valley, PA, died Monday, September 22, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.  

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

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

Daniel James O’Brien, a devoted family man and proud Navy Veteran, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025, at the age of 89.

Born March 13, 1936, in Salamanca, NY, he was the son of James O’Brien and Margaret (McMahon) O’Brien. In his early days, Daniel played in a local softball league and showcased his skills on the high school basketball team, specializing in the two-hand set shot. His love for sports extended to skiing at his grandparents’ farm in Hinsdale during his childhood. He was a 1954 graduate of Bradford Area High School.

Daniel enlisted in the United States Navy in 1954 and served his country with honor aboard the USS Ranger. Daniel served in the Navy until 1958 when he was honorably discharged. He then settled in Bradford, to start a family with his beloved wife, Sandra.

Pamela M. Grady, 84, formerly of State Street, passed away Sunday (Sept. 21, 2025) at Heritage Springs Memory Care in Lewisburg.

Born Sept. 19, 1941, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Rita Peters Smith.

She was a 1959 graduate at St. Bernard School. After high school she attended Mansfield State College, and graduated in 1963 with a degree in elementary education.

On Aug. 8, 1964, in St. Bernard Church, she married Thomas G. Grady, who preceded her in death on Nov. 23, 2017.

Helen J. “Zippy” Prechtl, 85, of Daguscahonda, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, following a brief illness.

She was born on January 21, 1940, in Toby, the daughter of the late Oden and Christine Billotte Krise.

On June 23, 1955, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Brandy Camp, she married the late Merle Prechtl, who preceded her in death on July 3, 1990.

Francis Jay Gorton, 84, Bradford, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Elizabeth A. Lindemuth, 95, of Bradford, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home. 

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Joseph M. Rigard, 88, of 142 Rambler Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully with his family by his side Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at Penn Highlands Elk.

He was born July 12, 1937 in St. Marys, son of the late Francis and Alice Hannibal Rigard. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1955. Joe was proud of his service to his country with the United States Army and was employed at Keystone Carbon Company and GKN as a manager in the shipping department.

On August 29, 1959, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Joe married Jean Baldock, who survives. They were blessed to share sixty-six years of marriage after meeting on a blind date in England during Joe’s military service.

Christopher Michael PIAQUADIO, 72, of Galeton, PA, formerly of Fort Walton Beach, FL, died Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in UPMC Williamsport.  Born December 26, 1952, in Wellsboro, he was the son of Michael D. and Donna J. Vergason Piaquadio. 

On July 21, 1989, in Coudersport, he married Michelle J. “Mickie” Mahon, who survives.  A 1972 graduate of Galeton High School, he was employed as a heavy equipment operator.  Chris was a member of the Galeton Moose and a social member of the VFW.  He loved riding his Harley-Davidson.  

Joseph M. Rigard, 89, of 142 Rambler Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully with his family by his side Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at Penn Highlands Elk.  Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Eden C. Bennett

Eden C. Bennett, 44, of Olean, passed away with her loving family and friends by her side on Monday, September 15, 2025, in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester.

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

Londa L. Wilson                    “celebration of life slated”

Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life for Londa L. Wilson, 61, of Olean, NY, formerly of Shinglehouse, PA, at 1pm, on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Assembly Park, South Oswayo Street, Shinglehouse. The Rev. Russell J. Horning, of Shinglehouse, PA, will officiate.

For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com

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

Kevin James BAER, 53, of Port Allegany, PA, a proud veteran of the United States Army National Guard, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025.  A gathering to celebrate Kevin’s life will be held 1:00 PM, Saturday, September 20, 2025 at the Veterans Memorial Home, 4743 Rte. 155, Port Allegany, PA 16743.  All are welcome to attend and help celebrate the wonderful life Kevin lived.  Memorials may be made to the family. 

 Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, Port Allegany, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Daniel J. O’Brien, 89, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Linda Ann Valimont, 67, of Johnsonburg, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025, following a lengthy illness.

She was born on July 1, 1958, in Erie, PA, a daughter of the late Robert A. Nortum and late Beatrice M. Kemick.

Linda worked in health care, caring for the elderly. In her free time, Linda enjoyed sewing. She had a soft spot for animals and nature, especially birds and fish. Linda found great joy in feeding the chipmunks everyday. She always enjoyed celebrating birthdays with her family members and was known for being the family birthday planner. Overall, Linda loved helping people.

Linda is survived by her life partner of 30 years, Dave Allison of Johnsonburg. She is also survived by two brothers; Robert (Wonda) Nortum and Brad Nortum, three sisters; Karen (Michael) Smail, Kathy (Fred) Launer, and Patty (Dale) Cook, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Linda Ann Valimont are being held privately by the family.

Burial will be at Wilcox Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude Research Hospital or the ASPCA.

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.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com.

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Patrick William Geary, 80, of Bradford, PA, who died peacefully on Sunday, September 7, at UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh, surrounded by his loving family.

Patrick was born on October 2, 1944, at the Bradford Area Hospital to Jean Sloan Geary and Vincent Geary. On February 2, 1974, he married Christine Reid of Dublin, Ireland, at St. Bonaventure Parish in Allegany, NY. Together, they built a beautiful life and family over 51 years of marriage.

Troy A. Pease                “celebration of life slated”

SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life for Troy A. Pease, 29, of Shinglehouse, at 1pm on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Crosstown Alliance Church, Honeoye Street, Shinglehouse, with Pastor Tim Taylor, officiating.

Troy passed away on August 29, 2025.

Troy’s family entrusted his 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

Jerry Wayne Fankhouser was born in Hays, Kansas, to W.C. “Chet” and Lelia Fankhouser.

He graduated from El Dorado High School in El Dorado, Kansas, and went on to attend Butler County Community College before earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Kansas State University, Class of 1961. While at Kansas State, Jerry met the love of his life, Patricia L. Roby, whom he married in 1962.

Robert Howard “Bob” McAdams, 81, of Bradford, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Olean General Hospital.

Born January 5, 1944, he was the son of the late Donald B. and Jean L. (Xander) McAdams.

Bob was a 1962 graduate of Bradford High School.

On April 8, 1967, he married Marcia Susan (Spencer) McAdams who survives.

Londa L. Wilson “beloved mother, grandmother, and sister”

Londa L. Wilson, 61, of Olean, formerly of Shinglehouse, PA, passed away unexpectedly with her loving sons, grandbabies, sister and nephew by her side on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY.

Born on Wednesday, December 18, 1963 in Olean, she was a daughter of James L. Dingman and Joan Calhoun Dingman Richardson.

Londa was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. She was employed in the mail room at the Olean Times Herald in Olean for many years. She had also been employed as a CNA at the St. Elizabeth Motherhouse in Allegany. Londa and her former husband owned and operated the former A-1 Taxi Company in Olean.