Kathleen I. Galloway Mong Schultz, 75, of South Center Street, Bradford, PA passed away on Saturday (Dec. 3, 2022) at her residence.
Born on April 10, 1947 she was the daughter of Carl and Beulah Cox Galloway. Kathleen attended Otto Eldred Schools.
Kathleen is survived by two sons, Danny P. (Diane) Mong Jr., and Jonathan Schultz; one daughter, Bonnie Easton and one sister Leila M. Galloway Soper.
Friends may call on Saturday (Dec. 10, 2022) at the Frame Funeral Home, Eldred from noon to 1 p.m., at which time funeral services will be held with the Rev. Thomas E. Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Lamphier Cemetery, Eldred.
Karen M. Minard, 74, of Rt. 446, Eldred, PA passed away unexpectedly Thursday (Dec. 8, 2022) in her home.
Born May 16, 1948, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Paul H. and Rose Russell Lasher.
Karen was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of the Otto-Eldred High School, class of 1966.
She was employed with the Hamlin Bank & Trust Co. of Eldred, for 20 years, before her retirement.
Karen attended both the Grace Chapel Fellowship, Farmers Valley, and the First Church of God, Eldred. She enjoyed decorating and working on her family farm.
Surviving in addition to her mother Rose Lasher of Eldred, and former husband, with whom she lived with, Don Minard, of Eldred, is a son, Shawn C. (Roberta) Minard of Virginia Beach, VA; four daughters, Cally L. (Stephen) Pisarczyk and Selina R. Buskirk both of Douglas, MA, Rebecca A. (Robert) Ellis of San Antonio, TX, Corrina L. Minard of Eldred; 11 grandchildren, and 11 great great-grandchildren; three brothers, Don (Peg) Karrasch of Bradford, James (Sandy) Lasher of Eldred, Lester “Tiger” (Tammy) Lasher of Olean, NY; a sister, Charlotte (Don) Arond of Dubois, PA; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, and a granddaughter, Jessica L. Pisarczyk.
Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday (Dec. 13, 2022) in the First Church of God, Eldred, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. with Rev. James Kazimer, pastor, and Rev. Jerry Stauffer, pastor of Grace Chapel Fellowship, co-officiating. Burial will be in Grimes Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials can be made to the Eldred Fire Dept. or the Port Area Ambulance Service.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made Don Minard, 3018 Rt. 446, Eldred, PA 16731.
Loretta M. Marzucco, 88, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, formerly of 10 Main St., Lewis Run, PA passed away, Friday, December 9, 2022, surrounded by her loving family at her daughter’s residence in Punxsutawney.
Born May 1, 1934, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Vern and Anna (Kriegsch) Yonker.
Loretta was a 1952 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On June 27, 1953. in St. Francis Church, she married Anthony P. Marzucco, who preceded her in death on February 11, 2011.
Loretta worked for Corning Glass for 31 years. She was a member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church.
After retirement Lorretta and her husband Tony were snowbirds to Naples, Fl. for 21 years.
Surviving are two daughters, Toni Marie (Bob) Henretta, of Punxsutawney and Mary (Mike) Manning, of Butler, three sons John (Linda) Marzucco, Mark Marzucco, and Joe (Mickey) Marzucco, all of Naples, FL, 16 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, five sisters, Dorothy Cooley, Gladys Jennings, Edith Middlebrough, Madeline Wilson, and Gloria Swanson, and four brothers, John Yonker, Raymond Yonker, Joseph Yonker, and James Yonker.
Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday December 12, 2022, at 1:00 pm in St. Francis Church with Fr. Jim Gutting as Celebrant. Committal services and entombment will follow in St. Bernard Mausoleum.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to Lewis Run volunteer Fire Department, 46 Main St., Lewis Run, PA 16738, or Christ the King Manor, 1100 West Long Ave., Dubois, PA 15801
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
John A. RILEY, 72, of Wellsville, NY, died peacefully Friday, December 9, 2022 in his home.
Arrangements will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
David S. RIVARD, 50, Wellsville, NY, died Friday, December 2, 2022 in Niagara Falls, NY. 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.
Jerry M. Bacon, 73, of 350 Front Street and a former Bolivar resident passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at the Olean General Hospital following a brief illness.
Jerry was born on October 6, 1949 in Wellsboro PA. He was the son of Fay and Emma May Tompkins Bacon.
Jerry was a graduate of the Addison Central School, class of 1967. He was a former self employed farmer, later owned a lawnmower repair business in Bath and along with his brothers owned a car salvage business. While living in Bolivar, area residents may not have known Jerry’s name, however all knew him as the man who walked his loving dog in a stroller many miles each day around Bolivar.
Surviving are one son, Kevin (Melissa Lipka) Bacon, Bolivar; two grandchildren, Kayley Putnam Bacon, Bolivar and Khloe Bacon, Bolivar; one brother, Joseph Bacon.
There will be no prior services. A celebration of life service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc. Bolivar. Schaffner Funeral Home
Steven R. “Horse” Evens, 73, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Thursday (December 8, 2022) at his residence.
He was born September 11, 1949 in Port Allegany, the son of Mary Jane Evens. On January 15, 1976, in Austin, PA, he married Beverly J. Olmstead, who survives.
He was a 1968 graduate of Port Allegany High School and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Psychology.
Horse had worked as a quality technician at Temple-Inland of Mt. Jewett, PA, retiring in 2004.
Horse was an avid hunter, fisherman and trapper. He loved to be in the outdoors. He was well known and loved by everyone. He was a generous and kind soul, a great father, grandfather and great grandfather. His greatest joy was his family.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
Two daughters: Rhonda (John) Pantuso of Lewis Run and Shannon (Terry) Roys of Port Allegany
One son: Nathaniel (Rebecca) Evens of Port Allegany
Grandchildren: Brittany Green, Shanna (Jeff) Eckenroad, Shayna (Dillon) Ruediger, Hayley Green, Karli Neff, Nicholas (Jennifer) Evens, Brianna (Zakk) Niles, Brooke Roys, Brianna Roys, Nick Pantuso and Alex Pantuso
Great grandchildren: Liam Green, Kade and Rayna Lannager, Braxton, Brenna and Brynlee Eckenroad, Elaina Niles, Emma and Adalynn Mucci, Alexzandria Evens, and Leia Gradias
One sister: Judy L. Evens of Port Allegany
Mother in law: Stella Olmstead of Shinglehouse
Sister in law: Donna (Denny) O’Rourke of Smethport
Two brother in laws: Albert Olmstead, Jr. and DeWayne Olmstead, both of Shinglehouse
And several nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death by his mother.
Visitation will be held on Saturday from 2-4 PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, where funeral services will begin, with the Rev. Matt Howe, officiating.
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.
Mila Howard, 84, of Howard Lane in Mt. Jewett, PA passed away Wednesday (Dec. 7) at her residence.
She was born on January 20, 1938 in Kane, the daughter of the late Clayton and Erma “LaRue” (Keys) Colson. On Oct. 26, 1957, in Mt. Jewett, she married Edmund Howard, who preceded her in death.
Mila was a member of St. Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church. She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, cooking and baking and raising her chickens. She also loved her dog and when she was younger, enjoyed cross country skiing.
She is survived by three daughters, Joyce (Donald) McClelland of Bradford, Judy (Chip) Saf of Mt. Jewett and Linda (Hugh) Coudriet of Kane; one son, Ted (Kathy Donovan) Howard of Mt. Jewett; eight grandchildren, David McClelland, Jennifer Oknefski, Heather Boylan, Michele Swanson, Brianna Howard, Brayden Howard, Brynn Howard and Brant Howard; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Alice “Snookie” (Dave) Malone of Mt. Jewett and several nieces and nephews
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Carrow and one brother Harold “Sonny” Colson
Friends are invited to attend a visitation which will take place on Saturday (Dec. 10) at the Cummings Funeral Home in Kane, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Carol Sharp officiating.
Burial will be in Bridgeview Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave., Bradford, PA 16701 or the PennBrad Oil Museum, 901 South Ave. Bradford, PA 16701.
John Cooper, 78, of Hacker St. in Kane, PA passed away Tuesday (Dec. 6) at UPMC-Kane.
He was born on Oct. 5, 1944 in Columbus, OH, the son of the late John and Vera (VanWuyckhuyse ) Cooper. On Aug. 23, 1975, in Webster, NY, he married Beth Pearce, who survives.
Mr. Cooper had worked as a nurse for several years and had also been employed by Tops Market. He served in the Coast Guard and was a member of the DAV. John enjoyed his morning crossword puzzles and reading. He was a history and sports buff and was also a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Robert (Leslie) Cooper of Palatka, FL; two granddaughters, Jasmine Lydic and Sadie Cooper; a grandson Liam Cooper and one sister, Laurie (Bruce) Yanz of Webster, NY.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Lindy Cristin Lydic and one brother Todd Cooper.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1159 Shelby Summit Rd, Ridgway, PA 15853, the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave. Bradford, PA 16701 or the American Cancer Society.
Thomas Eddinger, 76, of New Jersey Ave. in James City, PA passed away Tuesday (Dec. 6) at UPMC-Kane. He was born on June 30, 1946 in James City, the son of the late Fred and Doris (Oyler) Edinger. On July 12, 1969 in Grove City, he married Cheri Lutes, who survives.
Tom had worked for several area sawmills, including Kane Dimensions, Zuzeks and Bennetts. He also worked for Highland Township for many years. He was a prior chief of the Highland Township Fire Department and was also a founding member of the department. He loved hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his grandchildren and his great-grandson.
Surviving relatives include, two sons Bill (Misty) Edinger of James City and Roy (Crystal) Edinger of Kane; one daughter, Betsy (Terry) Lupole of Kane; two granddaughters, Ashley (John) Burritt and Kayla Lupole; one grandson, Allen Edinger; a step granddaughter, Haylee Swanson; three step grandsons ,Krichtain Swanson, Shane Swanson and Dylan Swanson; a great-grandson Dallas Lupole; one sister, Deborah Holmes of Mt. Jewett and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, David Edinger and three sisters, Donna Hulings, Gabby Morris and Ellen Hulings.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Dec. 18, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Highland Township Fire Dept.
Memorial donations may be made to the Highland Township Fire Dept. P.O. Box 111, James City, PA 16734 or to the family through the funeral home website to help offset final expenses.
Michael Blauser, 72, of Greeves St. in Kane, PA passed away Tuesday (Dec. 6) at Warren General Hospital. He was born on April 16, 1950 in Kane, the son of the late William and Hazel (Slagle) Blauser.
Mr. Blauser had served in the US Navy during Vietnam. He had worked as a painter at Affiliated Industries and also as a cook for the Peppermill Restaurant in Warren.. He was a member of the Ludlow American Legion Post 489.
He is survived by on son Michael Blauser Jr. of FL; a stepdaughter, Jamie Moore of Johnsonburg; one brother Bill (Darlene) Blauser of Ludlow; two sisters, Kelly (Donald) Bush and Christine (Richard) Dilley, both of Kane; a sister-in-law, Amy Blauser of Kane; a brother-in-law, Alan Lindemuth of Kane and two step grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters, Miranda and Jawayne Blauser; two brothers, Joseph and Don Blauser; a sister, Abby Lindemuth; his stepfather Richard Blauser and a stepbrother, John Blauser.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation on Sunday (Dec. 11) at the Cummings Funeral Home, from Noon until 2:00 p.m., at which time a service will be conducted with the Rev. Chad Troup
Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
MONTOURSVILLE – Donna Jean Nelson Schwartz Painter, 97, of Hughesville, PA died Monday (Dec. 5, 2022) at Muncy Hospital.
She was born May 2, 1925, in Smethport, a daughter to the late Don C. and Lois G. Nelson.
Donna graduated from Smethport High School, McKean County in 1943 and Robert Packer Hospital School of Nursing, Sayre, in 1947.
She was staff nurse at Coudersport Hospital in 1947, Williamsport Hospital from 1949-1951 and Divine Providence Hospital from 1961-1964. She was then employed at Williamsport Hospital from 1965-1976 as ICU Head Nurse as well as Patient Clinical Instructor. Then from 1980-1982 she was staff nurse at Red Bird Missions Hospital in Beverly, Ky.
She was active in American Red Cross, Cancer Society, Reach to Recovery Program, Hospice, United Methodist Women, Home Visitor with Faith United Methodist Church, and attended Community Baptist Church, Montoursville, for many years.
In addition to her parents she was preceded by her brothers, Gerald C. Nelson and Frederick D. Nelson; first husband, Louis R. Schwartz in 1979; son Don E. Schwartz in 2000; and second husband, David G. Painter in 2021.
Surviving is her son, Jeffrey (Sharon) Schwartz of Tyler, Texas; stepdaughter, Glenda (Charles) Farrington of Montoursville; grandchildren, Eric (Crystal) Schwartz of Tyler, Texas, Melissa Schwartz Grimes of Tyler, Texas, Marcey (Todd) Snyder of Bloomsburg, Douglas Farrington of Wellsboro, and David (Alicia) Farrington of Sanford, Fla.; sister-in-law, Kimball H. Nelson; 10 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Burial will be in Montoursville Cemetery and Life Celebration will be announced at a later date.
Steven R. Evens, 73, of Port Allegany, passed away Thursday (December 8, 2022) at his hom in Port Allegany.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Kathleen I. Galloway Mong Shultz, 75, of South Center Street, Eldred, PA passed away on Saturday (Dec. 3, 2022) at her residence.
Friends may call on Saturday (Dec. 10, 2022) at the Frame Funeral Home, Eldred, from noon to 1 p.m., at which time funeral services will be held with the Rev. Thomas E. Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Lamphier Cemetery, Eldred.
Lawrence J. “Pete” Peterson, 78, of Wellsboro, PA passed away on December 6, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Pete was born April 19, 1944 in Philadelphia, the son of the late Charles and Alice (Biddle) Peterson. He is the husband of Diane N. (News) Peterson who survives.
Pete worked as an Independent Contractor and was a very skilled Stone Mason. Pete loved the outdoors, he enjoyed hunting, bike riding, cross country skiing, and playing the guitar. He was a member of the Susquehannock Trail Club and enjoyed travelling, highlighted by his trip to Alaska.
In addition to his wife, Pete is survived by three children, Krista (Matt Sampson) Peterson of Wellsboro; Lars Peterson of Trafford; and Erika Peterson of Wellsboro; and two sisters, Debbie Bartlett and Penelope Simpson both of Lansdale.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects Wednesday December 14, 2022 from 6-8 pm at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro, PA 16901.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions in Pete’s name be made to the American Cancer Society-Tioga County Chapter, 1948 E. 3rd St., Williamsport, PA 17701. To share a memory or condolence with his family, visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Joyce M. Bell, 90, of Shinglehouse, PA went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, in Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
Born on Saturday, November 26, 1932 in Cross Fork, she was a daughter of Benjamin and Pauline Campbell Madison. On August 27, 1950 in Shinglehouse, she married Donald F. Bell, who passed away on December 20, 1996.
She graduated from Shinglehouse High School, Class of 1950. Joyce was employed for many years at the bank in Shinglehouse, having been there through many transitions of bank ownership. Her positions included being a customer service representative, loan secretary, community office manager, and was also the assistant vice president and community office manager for the Shinglehouse Office of Commonwealth Bank. The last entity she worked for was Northwest, where she retired as the bank manager.
Joyce was a member of the Shinglehouse United Methodist Church, where she served as choir director for many years as well as being involved in a multitude of church offices and activities throughout the years. She was a leader of the Women’s Circle One of the church and led many Bible studies. She was a member of the Maple Grove Cemetery Association, having served as secretary/treasurer for many years. She was also a member of the former Charles Cole Neighborhood Board in Shinglehouse. Joyce was a member of the former Shinglehouse Lion’s Club and was involved with the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts throughout the years with her children. She was a member of the Olean Chapter of the American Institute of Banking, a member of the Private Industry Council, and a former member of the IU9 Authority. Joyce was known for her quilting skills. She enjoyed singing, knitting and gardening.
Left to cherish her memory are four children, Steven R. (Cynthia) Bell of Shinglehouse, Ann L. (Jack) Getkin of Pittsburgh, Penny L. Bell of Denton, Texas, and Chris A. (Ann) Bell of Shinglehouse; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Betty Kemp of Conway, SC; and many nieces and nephews.
Joyce was predeceased by her parents and husband.
Family and friends may call from 10am to 11am on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the Shinglehouse United Methodist Church, North Lincoln Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will follow at 11am with Pastor Preston Hutchins, Jr.,of the Shinglehouse United Methodist Church, and Pastor Clint Pearsall of the First Baptist Church, Shinglehouse, co-officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Joyce 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 Joyce, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Margaret “Peg” Manno, 73, of N. Warren, PA., died Tuesday, December 6, 2022, surrounded by her loving family at AHN-St. Vincent Healthcare, Erie, PA. Peg was born August 3, 1949, she was the daughter of the late J. Paul and Beatrice Songer Broderick.
Peg was a Warren area resident most of her life. She was a 1967 graduate of Warren Area High School and earned her beautician license through New Penn Beauty School, where she later became a teacher, supervisor, and owner of the school for 5 years. Spending time with her husband, daughter and her family, were the center of who Peg was, she was happiest when time was well spent with them.
Peg is survived by her husband of 53 years, Samuel Manno, Jr. whom she married September 27, 1969, in Warren, PA., 1 daughter, Jessica L. Manno of Lewisburg, PA., 2 Sisters – Pat Broderick of Warren, PA., Mary Muntz and husband, Jim of Frewsburg, N.Y., her faithful companions, her bulldogs, Shelby and Trixie, several nieces, nephews and several others whom she touched, who were just like family to her.
Friends and family will be received at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Friday, December 9, 2022, from 5 to 7 P.M. A private celebration of Peg’s life will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through The Seeing Eye, P.O. Box 375, Morristown, N.J. 07963-0375 or www.seeingeye.org
Joyce M. Bell, 90, of Shinglehouse, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, in Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
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.
George Chatmon, 92, passed away Sunday (Nov. 27) at the Lutheran Home at Kane.
He was born on March 24, 1930 in Kane, the son of the late John and Lealon Maceo (Burton) Chatmon. On Aug. 4, 1973, in Ontario, Canada, he married Agatha “Ann” Ketter, who survives.
Mr. Chatmon had worked at the J.C. Chatmon garage and also for Quaker State for many years. He was a member of the Community Fellowship Church and was an avid fisherman and a recreational pilot. George loved watching boxing and loved politics.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Yohanna Maceo-Swinton of Rochester, NY; two stepdaughters Judy Freas of St. Louis, MO and Michelle Harp of Kane; a sister, Mildred Norman of Kane; ten grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Tina Marie Chatmon; two brothers Bob and his wife Mary Elizabeth Chatmon and John “Junior” Chatmon; a grandson Cory Chatmon and a niece, Deborah Davis.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation with the family on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. David Pflieger officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made on the funeral home website, to the family, to help offset final expenses.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
A Celebration of life for Eugene “Huey” Alton Yentzer, II , of Port Allegany, who died November 18, 2022 will be held on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2PM in the Open Arms Church, Port Allegany. Military Honors will be accorded by the Port Allegany Honor Guard.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Germaine C. Dietz, 83, of 116 Catalina Road, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 4, 2022 at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born May 3, 1939 in Ridgway, daughter of the late John and Vienna Donato Mucci. She was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Johnsonburg High School, Class of 1957, and was a former employee of Alltel and Sylvania, where she retired.
On September 29, 1962, in St. Leo’s Church, she married the late, Carl M. Dietz, who preceded her in death on August 31, 2022. Together they shared 59 years of marriage.
Germaine is survived by three sons: Carl J. Dietz (Connie) of Menomonee Falls, WI, Donald A. Dietz (Vicki) of Brockway, and Daniel R. Dietz (Amy) of State College; six grandchildren: Christopher Dietz, Chelsea Day (Jesse), Corey Dietz, Alyssa Dietz, Cody Dietz, and Lindsey Dietz; four great-grandchildren; one brother, Robert Mucci; and by many nieces and nephews.
Along with her husband and parents, Germaine was preceded in death by a son in infancy, Thomas Edward Dietz, and by a brother, John Mucci.
She was a member of the Queen of the World Church. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, particularly while camping or boating. She enjoyed baking, especially making pizzelles around Christmas time.
Nothing brought her more joy than when she was around her children and grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the Queen of the World Church with the Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, celebrating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Saturday, from 9:00 AM until 10:15 AM.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Penn Highlands Community Nurses, 757 Johnsonburg Road, Suite 200, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Peggy “Peg” Manno, of N. Warren, PA., died Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at AHN-St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA. A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.
Todd C. FURMAN, 56, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, November 24, 2022 at UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born November 9, 1966, in Binghamton, NY, he was the son of Graydon Dean and Judith A. Bell Furman. On January 15, 2021, in Ulysses, he married Tobi Renee Darrington, who survives. A graduate of Greene Central High School, Greene, NY, he was self-employed contractor in New York and South Carolina, truck driver, and wood worker. He and Tobi operated TNT Woodworking and Crafts. Todd was a member of Ulysses Area Improvement Association and Zion Christian Assembly.
Surviving besides his wife, Tobi, are: a daughter, Tasha Furman; three step-daughters, Kiersten Wilbur, Megan Wilbur, and Danielle (Aaron Koslawy) Stiles; two grandchildren, Jace Koslawy and Sadie Koslawy; his mother, Judith Furman; a brother, Graydon (Carrie) Furman, Jr.; a sister, Karen (Ronald) Pinney; nieces and nephews; his mother-in-law, Ruth Darrington; and his sister-in-law, Courtney (Michael) Strickland.
He was predeceased by his father; two step-daughters, Nicole Wilbur and Shyanne Wilbur; a brother, Bryan Furman; and a sister, Wendy Davy.
Friends may call at Zion Christian Assembly, 835 State Rte 49, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, December 10, 2022 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 12:00 PM. Rev. Dr. Paul G. Caram will officiate. Memorials may be made to Teacher’s Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport, PA 16948. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Ronald Duane GROSS, known as Duane, 79, of Coudersport, PA, died Saturday, December 3, 2022 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born May 14, 1943, in Coudersport, he was the son of Raymond and Margaret Freeman Gross. On October 4, 1964, in Harrison Valley, he married Ida Pauline Potter, who survives. A graduate of Coudersport High School, he was employed by PennDOT for 16 years, worked as a logger for six years, and retired from Tri-County Rural Electric after over 26 years. Duane was a member of the Coudersport Golf Club. Aware of the need of others, he donated blood throughout his adult life.
Surviving besides his wife, Pauline, are: three daughters, Stephanie (Daniel Saulter) Carpenter of Coudersport, Sheila (Brian) Hathaway of Coudersport, and Shari (Luke) Baker of Roulette; eight grandchildren, Tyler (Heather) Pease, Sheldon Carpenter, Jameson Haskins, Troy Pease, Karli Haskins, Zachary (Madison) Haskins, Austen (Betty Hooftallen) Saulter, and Caitlin (Mark Olmstead, Jr.) Pease; four great-grandchildren, Paisley, Lincoln, Addison, and Callum; three siblings, Charles Gross of Coudersport, twin brother, Russell Dwight (Darlene) Gross of Clearfield, and Carol (Jesse McLimans) Schroeder of Coudersport; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by an infant son, Ronald Scott Gross; a sister, Evelyn Jenigen; a sister-in-law, Jeannette Gross; and a brother-in-law, Thomas Schroeder.
Friends may call Saturday, December 10, 2022 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. A private graveside service will be held in Sweden Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Coudersport Golf Club, 839 Cherry Springs Road, Coudersport, PA 16915, Coudersport Volunteer Ambulance, or Coudersport Volunteer Fire Dept. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Richard E. Slaven, 92, of 26 Dairy Lane, Willow Creek, passed away, Monday, December 5, 2022, at Bradford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Born January 14, 1930, in Charleston, WV, he was a son of the late John Cyrus and Myrtle May (Cumley) Slaven. He attended Sharpsville High School.
On November 20, 1951 he enlisted into the United States Army. He served with the 73rd Tank Battalion as a Radio Operator. He was awarded the Korean Service Medal with 3 Bronze Stars. He was honorably discharged on October 13, 1953.
On September 25, 1953, in St. Mary’s Church in Reynoldsville, he married Severia “Sivy” (Canton) Slaven who survives.
Richard was a salesman for several companies including, Electrolux, Thermo-Sentinel selling stainless steel cookware, and JC Penny’s. He retired from sales in 1995, later he owned and operated Slaven’s Country Cupboard for over 25 years.
He was a 63 year member of the American Legion Post 742 in Fairview, a member of the Lions Club, a founding member of the Holy Cross Church in Fairview. He enjoyed hunting, bowling, and golf.
Surviving in addition to his wife Sivy of 69 years, are two daughters, Karen (Denise Bergenty) Ralph, of Torrington CT, Terri (Gary) Stalmach, of Erie, one son, Tim Slaven, of Bradford, five grandchildren, Jennifer Ralph, Ryan Lohrer, Tyler Stalmach, Taylor Slaven, Tate Slaven and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters.
Family will receive friends on Saturday December 10, 2022, from 1pm to 3pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue, followed by funeral services with Fr. Jim Gutting, of St. Bernard Church officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the Fairview American Legion Post 742, 7605 Maple Street, Fairview, PA 16415.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Chester J. Stull, 83, formerly of 24 Poplin Avenue, Bradford, peacefully passed away Monday, December 5, 2022, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born April 8, 1939, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Oakley J. and Isabella (Gardner) Stull. He attended Eldred and Union City Schools.
Chuck worked at the National Powder Plant in Eldred for many years. In the past year, Chuck often talked to his daughter Tina about working as a teen at the Union City Chair Factory and summers at Canadohta Lake.
He loved the outdoors, and had a passion for hunting, fishing, camping with family and spending time with his dogs Coco and Black Tongue. His favorite topic was talking about his time on his parent’s farm in Union City. Chuck was a proud member of the NRA.
Surviving are his children, Tina (Patrick) Hubbard, of Bradford, Peter (Rhonda) Stull, of Erie, Louie Stull, of Bradford, Charlie Stull, of Bradford, and Jean Finck, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren, one brother David Stull, of Corry, and several nieces and nephews.
Chuck was preceded in death by one son, John Stull, one daughter, Pam Garrett, one brother, Oakley Stull, granddaughter April Stull, grandson PJ Stull, and 3 great grandchildren.
Private services will be held for family at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to The Bradford Ecumenical Home or the McKean County SPCA PO Box 113 Bradford, PA 16701.
Irving P. Woodard, 87, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Monday (Dec. 5, 2022) in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born July 10, 1935, in Pemberton, NJ, he was a son of Randolph A. and Jessie I. Phillips Woodard. On June 4, 1960, in Jamestown, NY, he married Patricia A. Anderson, who survives.
He was a graduate of Cassadaga Valley Central High School, Sinclairville, NY, class of 1958, and Cedarville College, Cedarville, OH.
He was a resident of the area for 16 years, coming from New Ringgold, PA.
Irving was a member of the Birch Grove Mennonite Church, Port Allegany, where he was a former elder, church treasurer, and Sunday school teacher. He was an avid wood worker & reader who enjoyed the outdoors.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Patricia, is a son, Benjamin J. (Karen) Woodard of Coatsville, PA; a daughter, Malinda R. (Scott) Loxterman of Perry, OH; 5 grandsons, 3 granddaughters; and 4 great-grandchildren; a brother, Warren W. Woodard of Kennedy, NY; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Dean L. and Winston L. Woodard, and a sister, Janet R. Scholin.
There will be a memorial service held at a later date and time to be announced.
Memorials can be made to the Birch Grove Mennonite Church, Port Allegany.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Comdolences can be made to: Patricia A. Woodard, 973 Lower Portage Rd., Apt.1, Port Allegany, PA 16743.
Mildred Louise (Carey) Knowlton was born February 18, 1921, in Oil City, PA and passed peacefully on December 3, 2022. She was the daughter of T. Frank J. Carey and Mildred (Tracy) Carey. She grew up in Coudersport, PA and graduated from the Coudersport High School as the Valedictorian in 1939. Mildred worked at the Silk Mill during World War II, as a telephone operator, and at the courthouse in Coudersport, PA.
Mildred married her loving husband Wayne Knowlton, Jr. on December 16, 1946. They were married for 67 years. Wayne and Mildred moved to their home in Roulette in 1948, where they raised four children and continued to build a small home into a large home with acreage, barns, animals, and gardens.
They spent many years together bowling, playing horseshoes, and making homemade maple syrup. They were active members of the Hebron Grange 1251.
They were sports fans of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Pittsburgh Steelers. She loved watching NASCAR, and her favorite racer was Bill Elliott. Mildred was known for her tasty apple pies and blueberry pancakes. She was also skillful at crocheting and quilting.
Mildred was a member of the First Hebron Seventh-Day Baptist Church in Coudersport, PA. She was the Grand Marshall of Roulette Township Bicentennial Celebration in 2016. Her favorite pet was her cat, Cat, who kept her company.
Mildred was preceded in death by her husband: Wayne Knowlton, Jr, in 2013; her son: Joel D. Knowlton, sisters: Rachel Kenyon, and Mary Whitehair; brothers, Albert, and Arch Carey.
She is survived by her daughter: Julie (Knowlton) Adair of Roulette PA; sons: John Knowlton of El Reno, OK and James Knowlton of Roulette, PA; grandchildren: Jennifer (Chris) Galdon of Erie, PA, William (Barbara) Adair of Lock Haven, PA, Jill (Jason) Stiteler of Pittsburgh, PA, Heather (Robert) Norris of Oklahoma City, OK, and Nicole (Christopher) Dunn of Bradford, PA; great-grandchildren: Mackenzie Galdon, Kenley Galdon, Tyler Adair, Trevor Adair, Elliot Stiteler, and Isaac Stiteler; her sister: Jean (Carey) Rennells of Jacksonville, FL and many nieces and nephews.
Her family has entrusted the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 North East Street, Coudersport, PA with her arrangements. A private service and burial will be at Hebron Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Roulette Volunteer Ambulance Association or the Roulette Fire Department.
Genevieve M. “Jinnie” Gardner, 100, of Ridgway, PA, passed away on December 4, 2022, at Penn Highlands Elk following a brief illness.
She was born on January 17, 1922 in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Fred and Josephine Sodononte Assalone.
On February 10, 1945, in St. Leo’s Church, she married the late Robert E. Gardner, who preceded her in death on September 15, 2014. Together they were blessed with nearly 70 years of marriage.
Jinnie was a graduate of Ridgway High School, class of 1940. She was a member of St. Leo’s Church and retired from Quality Components after more than 30 years of service. Jinnie loved spending time in her garden and then canning all of the riches of her garden. She was a talented quilter who also enjoyed knitting and crocheting. Jinnie was a kind and thoughtful wife and mother who also loved camping.
She is survived by one daughter; Kathleen Gardner of Ridgway, as well as by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers; Michael, John, and Patrick Assalone, and by one sister; Lena Russell.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Genevieve M. “Jinnie” Gardner will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 11:00 AM at St. Leo Magnus Catholic Church, 111 Depot Street. Ridgway, PA 15853 with Fr. Justin Pino as celebrant.
Burial will follow in Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will be at the Krise Funeral Home from from 10:00 AM until 10:30 AM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Ridgway Library.
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