Joel T. BLASS, 68, of Santa Barbara, CA, died Monday, November 7, 2022 in his home.
Born May 22, 1954, in West Reading, PA, he was the son of Lowell R. and Emilie Verone Holtzman Blass.
Joel loved riding the electric bike he built every single day. Most often, he went to the beach to read his books. He also loved building and working with computers, spending most all his working years in information technology. All his life he enjoyed being outside in beautiful environments.
Surviving are: a brother, Jeffery Blass of Parksville, MO; a sister, Betsy Haley of Dover, NH; cousins; a niece; and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother David J. Blass; and his step-mother, Elaine J. Blass.
A graveside service will be held in Yochum Hill Cemetery, Carter Camp, PA on a later date.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Kenneth John “Stovepipe” Noftz, age 68, of West Deer Township, passed away suddenly on November 26, 2022. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 17, 1954, son of the late John A. and Irene Kaiser Noftz. Also preceded in death by his father and mother in-laws Bob and Florence Eichler, sister-in-law Lori Noftz and brother-in-law Jerry Bouch.
Kenneth was the owner of Noftz Sheet Metal for 50 years. He was president of Westview Sportsman’s Club and lifetime member of Northside Sportsman Association. Ken loved farming, trap shooting, fishing on his farm’s pond, collecting Kubota tractors, and making sheet metal.
Beloved husband for 47 years of Sue Eichler Noftz. Father of John R. Noftz. Brother of Carole Bouch, Wayne Noftz, and Donna Filipowski. Brother-in-law of Chris and Tom Tevis and Gary and Ann Eichler. Uncle of Missy (Duane) Smyth, Emily (Santo) Piccolomini, Jack Noftz, Ben (Andrea) Eichler, and Derek Eichler. Great Uncle to Mia Piccolomini and Izzy, Ava, and Chase Eichler.
Friends received Thursday 1-8 p.m. at Schellhaas Funeral Home, Ltd., 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown, PA. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, St. Victor Church, 527 Bairdford Road, Bairdford, PA. Interment will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery in Millvale.
In lieu of flowers, donations to West Deer Dog Shelter, 109 E. Union Road, Cheswick, PA 15024. www.schellhaasfh.com.
Ruth Ann Ridenour, 86, formerly of 13 Summer St. Bradford, PA passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, at the Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. She now rests in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Born February 18, 1936, in Mt. Pleasant, she was a daughter of the late Ralph J. and Ethel B. (Krieger) Snyder.
On April 5,1958 in Greensburg, she married Ronald E. Ridenour who passed away January 20, 2020.
She was a 1953 graduate of Uniontown High School and attended the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
She worked at Bradford Hospital in the Admitting Department and later as an Administrative Assistant at the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Center. She retired in 1998.
Ruth Ann was a former member of the First Baptist Church, the Kinzua Quilters Club, and the Ecumenical Home Auxiliary. She was an avid reader, quilter, and painter. Ruth Ann also blessed many with her beautiful singing voice.
Surviving are three daughters, Constance R. (Robert) Grove, of Knoxville, Beth Ann Costello, of Honey Brook, and Kathryn S. (Kurt) Manecke, of Indiana, three sons, James A. Ridenour, of Slingerlands, NY, Charles J. (Shannon) Ridenour, of Bradford and Edward L. “Bud” Ridenour, of Austell, GA, nine grandchildren, one great granddaughter, one great grandson, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one granddaughter Kaitlyn L. Ridenour, one sister, Lois Rupp, and one infant brother.
At the request of Ruth Ann there will be no viewing or funeral service. A private graveside service will be held at Willow Dale Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to PBS.org or a charity of your choice.
Charles M. “Spood” TUBBS, 69, of Ulysses, PA, died Sunday, November 27, 2022 in UPMC Williamsport.
Born December 29, 1952, in Coudersport, he was the son of Charles H. and Melva Y. Snay Tubbs. On June 24, 1978, in Harrison Valley, he married the former Linda C. Roosa, who survives.
He was employed as a lineman by Tri-County Rural Electric for 37 years.
An accomplished musician, playing in several bands including Country Circle for over 18 years.
Spood was a tough man with a tender heart. He was giving friend, loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be sorely missed.
Surviving besides his wife, Linda, are: three children, Shannon (Brian) Graves of New Milford, Larinda (Wally) Watson of Whitesville, NY, JR (Audrey) Tubbs of Geneva, OH; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandsons; three brothers, Barry (Eileen) Tubbs of Mills, Marlin Tubbs of Williamsport, and Earl Tubbs of Ulysses; six sisters, Charlotte (George) Schweigart of Mills, Valerie McCaslin of Linden, Sonya Amos of Burlington, NJ, Lisa Adams of Bolivar, NY, Lori Walker of Knoxville, and Yvonne (Alan) Emerson of Shongo, NY; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a grandson, Tucker Storm Watson; two brothers, Tarry Tubbs and Wade Tubbs, Sr.; and a sister, M. Elaine Adams.
Spood’s children will be notifying friends and family of a small gathering to celebrate his life.
Memorials may be made to “Salvation Army” (memo—Potter County utility assistance) c/o Charlene Smith, 1411 CR 85, Addison, NY 14801.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Charles M. Vaughn, Jr., 85, of James City, PA died Sunday morning, November 27, at his residence following a brief illness of natural causes. He was born on January 25, 1937 in James City a son to the late Charles M. Vaughn Sr. and Mabel Chittester Vaughn. On October 29, 1971 he married Jacqueline “Jackie” Vanderneck and she survives.
Charles lived most of his life in James City where he loved to spend his time with his children and grandchildren.
Charles was a Korean Era Marine Corps. Vet serving overseas as a Private First Class with A Co., 1st Bn., 8th Marines, 2nd Marine Div., FMF out of Camp Lejeune, NC.
He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 66 and was a Heavy Machinery operator for many area contractors, most recently Micale Construction from where he retired. He had also been Roadmaster for Highland Twp.for 15 years.
In addition to his wife, Charles is survived by his 4 children; Tammy Bostjancic (Tom) of Warren, Bob (Cheri) Vaughn of James City, Doug (Marcia Zeke) Vaughn of Warren and Matt (Heather) Vaughn of James City and 4 grandchildren; Brad (Kathleen) Bostjancic, Mitchell Vaughn, Allison Vaughn and Alyssa Vaughn. He is also survived by a sister Carol (Vaughn) Dalrymple of Plainefield, IN.
A Celebration of Life for Charles M. Vaughn, Jr. will be conducted at a later date and time at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, Pa.
If desired, memorial contributions should be made in his name to the McKean Co. SPCA 80 Glenwood Ave., Bradford, PA 16701 or to Penn Highland Healthcare at Home, 757 Johnsonburg Rd., #200, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Lee Rahman, 62, of Warren, PA passed away peacefully on Monday November 28, 2022, at UPMC Hamot Hospital after a short illness.
He was born in Malaysia June 10, 1960, the son of Abdul and Endon Rahman. Lee was employed in Malaysia as a certified teacher of English, until he moved to the United States in 1990. He lived in Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Cleveland, and finally in Warren with his partner of sixteen years, Bill Cochran. The proudest day of his life was when he became a US citizen in December 2011.
Lee enjoyed many hobbies including fishing, developing computer websites, cooking, gardening, traveling, making new friends, and he loved his six rescued cats. For five years he was employed by Norwegian Air as a Chief Cabin Crew Flight Attendant. He published a book about his experience as a flight attendant for people who might be interested in that career. He also was a certified massage therapist.
Left behind to cherish Lee’s memory are his parents, Abdul and Endon Rahman, his brothers Razali and Zulkifli, his partner Bill Cochran, and his many friends and neighbors.
Prayer services were held for Lee by Muslim organizations in both Erie and Pittsburgh. Interment was in Oakland Cemetery.
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St. Warren, PA, 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhominc.com
James “Jim” J. Facchine, 73, of Ridgway, PA, died on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at home surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 30, 1949, in Ridgway, a son of the late Joseph G. and Angeline Armanini Facchine.
On July 5, 1975, at St. Leos Church, he married Mary DePanfilis, who survives.
Jim went to Horton Township Grade School and graduated from Ridgway Area High School class of 1967. In 1967, he joined the U.S Air force and served for 4 years. Before being honorably discharged, he spent 3.5 years in England and became an Air Force staff sergeant. Jim held several jobs before finally joining Brockway Glass Company. He retired after more than 38 years of service in September of 2011. After retiring, Jim spent his time hunting, gardening, bowling, and shooting trap. He loved his family, especially when he became “Nono” to his 5 grandchildren: Owen, Mia, Lincoln, Alura, and Sebastian.
In addition to his loving wife of more than 47 years, he is survived by a son, Matthew Facchine and his wife Nikki of Sykesville, MD, and a daughter, Lisa Stenta and her husband William of Ridgway, 5 grandchildren, a sister, Theresa Zameroski and her husband David of Ridgway, 2 brothers: Michael Facchine and his wife Patricia of Brockport, and Mark Facchine and Cathy of Fairview. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Linda Facchine, an aunt, Dominica “Nini” Tamburlin, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Facchine.
Funeral Services for James J. Facchine will be celebrated on Friday, December 2, 2022, at 1:00PM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Fr. Justin Pino, officiating.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 2, 2022, at Krise Funeral Home from 11:00AM until the time of the service.
Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. Leos School, Hahne Cancer Center, Penn Highland Hospice.
Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com.
James “Jim” E. Himes, 75, of Irishtown Road, Kersey, PA died on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at St. Vincent Hospital in Erie after a brief illness.
He was born on October 13, 1947, a son of the late Harry Sr. and Nellie Hepler Himes.
On June 27, 1970, he married Carla M. Hayes, who preceded him in death on July 11, 1997.
Jim was a lifelong resident of Kersey and a graduate of St. Marys Area High School. He served in the U.S Army where he earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and Vietnam Campaign Medal. Jim was a member of the Fox Twp Fireman’s Club and American Legion Post 511. He had a strong work ethic and you could find him in the garage working on old machines. He loved his family and was known as “Papa Jim” to all.
Jim is survived by 2 daughters: Kelly Wildnauer of Kersey and Jennifer Lion and her fiancé Brian Smith of Kersey, 7 grandchildren: Corey (Danielle), Alex (Brooke), Codey, James (Morgan), Savannah, Hayden, and Cody, 10 great-grandchildren; A.J, Conner, Carter, Gavin, Bella, Cameron, Delaney, Coda, Everleigh, and Colt. He is also survived by 1 sister, Barb Burton and her husband Jim of Kersey, and 3 brothers, Harry Himes, Jr. of Kersey, John Himes and his wife Linda of Kersey, and Jake Himes and his wife Ginger of Kersey, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Benjamin Himes, a grandson, Michael Mosier, and a sister-in-law, Jacqueline Himes.
A Memorial Service for James E. Himes will be celebrated on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 6:00 PM at Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846, with Rev. Ron Burkett officiating.
Burial will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery.
Family and friends will be received on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Krise Funeral Home, from 5:00PM until the time of services.
Memorial contributions can be made to Fox Twp. Woman’s Auxiliary, C/O Fox Township Fire Department, 381 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 or Disabled American Veteran Transportation, P.O Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250
Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com.
Lynn A. Crosby, 91, of Sizerville Rd., Emporium, PA passed away at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Sunday evening (November 27, 2022).
He was born February 22, 1931 in Warren, PA a son of the late Ivan and Rachael Coleman Crosby. After his mothers death he was raised by his father and step mother Lillian Nordberg Crosby. On August 26, 1994 in Emporium he married the late Donna Crosby.
Lynn graduated from Emporium High School in the class of 1949. He was a retired electrician, retiring from Carbide Graphite where he worked for many years.
He was a lifetime member of the Emporium Fire Department and the Fire Police. He was a Forest Fire Warden for over 65 years. For over 23 years he collected soda can tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. He was a member of the Cameron County Planning Commission over 10 years. He and his late wife Donna were active members of the former Bucktailers RV Club.
He is survived by his partner Bessie Mae (Maines) Weisner; two sons, Larry Crosby (Diane); Frank Crosby (Corie), both of Emporium; two daughters, Rachael Ringer (David), DuBois; and Beverly Abriatis, Emporium; two step-sons, Phillip and Mark; step-daughters, Sandi and Renee; fifteen grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren, seven great great grandchildren; sister, Delores Burlingame, Truman.
In addition to his father, mother and step mother and wife he was preceded in death by a daughter, Sandy Crosby Dow, four brothers, Harlow, Paul, Alann and Gary Crosby; and a sister, Diane Kuchenbecker.
Visitation with Video Tribute will be at the Barnett Funeral Home on Thursday from 2-5 PM. Funeral Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Friday (December 2, 2022) at 11:00 AM with Rev. James Eastman, officiating.
Burial will be in the Rich Valley Cemetery, Emporium, PA
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department, 419 N. Broad St., Emporium, PA 15834
Ruth Ann Ridenour, 86, formerly of 13 Summer St., Bradford, PA passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, at the Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. She now rests in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Thomas G. “Grasshopper” Hasselman, 79, of 153 Airport Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022, at the DuBois Nursing Home, after a brief illness.
He was born February 19, 1943, in St. Marys, son of the late Ambrose and Catherine Sadley Hasselman. Tom was a lifelong resident of the area and attended St. Marys Schools. He was a retired employee of the Stackpole Carbon Company/Carbone, retiring in 1996 after 32 years of service.
On September 14, 1974, in the Maria Lutheran Church, Tom married Patricia “Patty” Reitz, who survives.
Also surviving are three daughters: Karen (Michael) Hughes of Roanoke, VA, Sharon Lee (Jeffrey) Ward of Hollidaysburg, and Peggy Hasselman of DuBois; seven grandchildren: Amanda Williams, Bradley (Megan) Porrin, Frederick Porrin, Elizabeth “Lizzy” Porrin, Eve Porrin, Haley (Derik) Robertson, and Olivia “Wren” Ward; six great-granddaughters; and by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Weidow; and by three brothers: James, David, and Stanley Hasselman. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
Tom was a member of the Army National Guard, serving for eight years. He was a member of the PFL, the Moose, the Ridgway VFW, the Piedmont Club, the American Legion, and the CMF. Tom enjoyed playing cards and watching wrestling.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Ann Foor officiating. Full military rites will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail. Burial will be in Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, from 5:00 until 7:00 PM.
Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to a favorite charity of one’s choice.
Cherlayne T. “Layne” SHORT, 69, of Wellsville, NY, died Friday, November 25, 2022 in Wellsville Manor Care Center.
Born December 27, 1952, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Bruce V. Sr. and Wilma Withey Taggart. On February 14, 1982, in Wellsville, she married Frank D. Short, Jr., who survives.
A graduate of Wellsville High School, she attended Alfred State and went on to St. James Mercy Hospital for schooling in radiology. She was employed by Jones Memorial Hospital as an x-ray technician and later by Short’s Oil Company for several years. Cherlayne was a member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Surviving besides her husband, Frank, are: two sons, Jason Short and Corbin (Amber Fanton) Short, both of Wellsville; three grandchildren, Colsin, Greyson, and Charleigh; two sisters, Cheryl (Joseph) Greenfield of Delhi and Cherese (Hank) Gould of Rock Mount, NC; a brother Bruce V. (Laura) Taggart, Jr. of Delmar; nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by a sister, Cherie Taggart.
A private gathering will be held on a later date. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellsville.
Memorials may be made to the SPCA serving Allegany County.
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.
Terry A. Titchner, 73, of Ridgway, PA died on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center after a lengthy illness.
He was born on November 9, 1949, a son to the late Maxwell and Sigrid Magnusson Titchner.
On September 24, 1994, he married Cathy Miller who survives.
Terry was a lifelong resident of Ridgway and a graduate of Ridgway High School Class of 1969. He was the owner of Titchner Painting for over 50 years and a member of Grace Episcopal Church. Terry enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening.
In addition to his wife of more that 28 years, he is survived by a son, T.J Nesbitt of St. Marys, 4 stepchildren; Brent Miller of NJ, William Umstead, Jr. Of St. Marys, Corey Umstead of St. Marys, and Shannon Schrieber of Kersey, 6 grandchildren; Alyssa, Christian, Ryder, Wyatt, Talan, Briana, and a brother, Thomas Titchner and his wife Maria of Ridgway.
A Memorial Service for Terry A. Titchner will be celebrated on Friday, December 2, 2022, at 7:00 PM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, with Deacon Bonnie Skellen officiating.
Family and friends will be received on Friday, December 2, 2022 at Krise Funeral home from 6:00 PM until the time of service.
Memorial contributions can be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA, is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Helen “Granny “ R. Donachy, 70, of Erie Avenue, St. Marys, PA died on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at her daughter’s residence after a brief illness.
She was born on May 8, 1952, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Edgar and Helen Dush Donachy.
Loving. If we could describe Granny in one word, it would be loving. She cared about her family so much and she revealed this love to us in myriad ways. Granny shared it with us in hugs and forehead kisses every time we saw her. “Give me a hug and kiss goodbye” was one of her favorite lines.
While she was never the best with her smartphone, she texted us the kindest, warmest messages to ensure that we felt loved. Whether it was a “good luck today,” “here comes a HUG,” “my heart is beating with yours,” or her classic “I love you with all my heart,” she took the time to deliver her profound compassion. Further, Granny exemplified her love through laughter and filling us with happiness. Nobody can compare to her uniqueness and desire to laugh.
From dirty scrabble to attempting to ride the hoverboard, to cracking inappropriate jokes, she never failed to make us laugh. Being with Granny, you always felt so cared for and joyous. This is one of the most special things ever – few people can affect the lives of others in the way that Granny did. She may not have had much, but she had the biggest heart and would do anything for us. From Christmas crafts to dollar tree runs and shopping trips, to sleepovers, to watching movies, to swimming at the pool, to making dinner for us, to babysitting us, to driving us to practices, to drinking coffee after church, to watching Judge Judy after school, to supporting us in sports, to going to yard sales every weekend, to carrying out the grandest traditions, to being her silly, goofy, loving self. Granny impacted our lives in an unforgettable way.
While it’s so hard right now because we miss her exponentially, we thank her for all of the joy that she brought into this world. In all seriousness, we would not be who we are today without Granny. She showed us how to be strong, confident, as well as the importance of laughing and having fun. Moreover, Granny’s faith, curiosity, and love for Jesus were inspiring to all.
To our family, Granny is not gone. She is even more present with us in spirit now. Even though we may not realize it, getting through the worst feeling we have ever felt is making us stronger. To Granny, thank you for making us feel so loved, and know that we love you with all our hearts. You were truly the best Granny we could have ever asked for.
She is survived by 2 daughters: Tina Starr of Ridgway and Rona Lion and her husband David of St. Marys, 4 grandchildren: Dawson, Lilia, Davan, and Roan, 1 brother, Ed Donachy and his wife Maureen of Ridgway, and 1 sister, Dona Carlson and her husband Charley of Dayton, OH.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Sandi VanHorn and Debbie Donachy.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Helen R. Donachy will be celebrated on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 10:30AM at Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857, with Fr. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, officiating.
Family and friends will be received on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Queen of the World Church from 10:00AM until the time of service.
Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Ridgway.
Memorial contributions can be made to Penn Highland Community Nurses Hospice.
Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com.
Janice M. “Sis” (Brown) McNinch, age 83, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Saturday, November 26, 2022.
She was born on August 14, 1939 in Wellsville, NY, a daughter of the late Albert and Joetta (Hoover) Brown and was the wife of the late John G. McNinch.
Sis was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, an avid trout fisherwoman, hunter and enjoyed painting houses.
She had worked for the Silver Dollar Bar, Wally’s Hotel, Borden Dairy and for Dr. Kreger for 20 years.
She is survived by a brother and two sisters.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Rosemond M. Wilson, 89, of Park Ave. in Kane, PA passed away Wednesday afternoon at UPMC-Hamot. She was born Aug. 12, 1933 in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Abplanalp) Shilk. On Oct. 8, 1949, she married Carl A. Wilson, who preceded her in death.
Rosemond was a homemaker her entire life and loved nothing more than spending time with her family.
She is survived by three sons, Carl (Betty) Wilson Jr., Mark (Mary) Wilson and Douglas Wilson, all of Kane; five daughters Sharon (Mike) Rook, Karen Lundgren, Ginny Wilson, Julie Wilson and Beverly (Dan Rook) Wilson also all of Kane; 21 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Carl, Warren, Melvin and Lindy Shilk; four sisters, Grace Cassidy, Fran Shilk, Carolyne Shilk and her twin sister Roselyn Lee Gerg; two daughters Carol Nelson and Alice Wilson and two grandsons, Shawn Wilson and Derek Wilson.
Friends will be received at the Cummings Funeral Home on Tuesday (Nov. 29) from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at which time a funeral service will be conducted by the Rev. David Pflieger. Burial will follow in Mt. Tabor cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 4550 Montgomery Ave., Suite 1100 N, Bethesda, MD 20814 or to the donor’s choice.
Dawn Johnson, 68, of Jo Jo Road in Kane, PA passed away Wednesday (Nov 23) at UPMC-Hamot. She was born on October 8, 1954 in Kane, the daughter of the late Bill and Leatrice (Dyne) Rodgers. On March 12, 1983, in Kane, she married Thomas Johnson, who survives.
Dawn graduated from the Wheeler school in Pittsburgh with high honors. She then worked as a secretary for the trucking company that she and her husband owned together. She was a lifetime member of the Girl Scouts and also a member of the Amaranth and the Order of the Eastern Star.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by one brother, Keven (Sandy) Rodgers of Oxford, NC, one sister, Sue (Bill Lorenzo) Rodgers of Kane and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Jill McCord and one brother, Tracy Rodgers.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Terry R. Clark, 61, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA passed away in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, on Saturday, November 26, 2022, after suffering an apparent heart attack.
Born on Friday, October 13, 1961 in Port Allegany, he was a son of Terry L. and Ruth N. Bryington Clark. In 2000 at their home, he married Lena M. Wilkinson, who survives.
Terry was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1980. He was employed by PennDOT in Coudersport as an equipment operator until retiring in October of 2021.
Terry enjoyed camping, riding his side by side, snowmobiling, hunting, and working on his home and property. His greatest love was his family.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife; his mother, Ruth Clark of Coudersport; his father and stepmother, Terry L. and Lily Clark of Roulette; four children, Kandice N. (Jason) Gross of Broomfield, Colorado, Terry “Mason” (Megan) Clark of Austin, Ashley K. Simar of Coudersport, and Jessica (Travis) Paddison of Coudersport; nine grandchildren, Landyn Valenti, Liam Fry, Jocelyn Cornelius, Raykan Simar, Declan Gross, Isla Gross, Grace Simar, Luna Clark, and Addilyn Paddison; a sister, Kimberly S. (George) Green of Roulette; and several nieces and nephews.
Terry was predeceased by his stepfather, Richard “Dick” Clark.
In keeping with Terry’s wishes there will be no public visitation or funeral services. Burial will be in Hebron Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials in Terry’s name may be made to the Coudersport Volunteer Ambulance Association, PO Box 651, Coudersport, PA 16915 or to the Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 161, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Terry’s wife entrusted his 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 Terry, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Terry’s last act of kindness was being a tissue and organ donor.
Dorothy A. Liscinski, 91, a resident of Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys and formerly of Johnsonburg passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, November 26, 2022 at Pinecrest Manor. She was born in Johnsonburg on April 4, 1931 a daughter to the late Lawrence and Josephine Euken Polaski. On August 25, 1951 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married William A. Liscinski. He preceded her in death on August 32, 2014.
Dorothy lived most of her life in Johnsonburg and was a 1949 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother who raised her 4 children and later in life worked in retail. She loved to laugh and enjoyed music and singing, dancing and line dancing.
Dorothy is survived by her 4 children Kathy Detwiler, Bill Liscinski and his wife Coralyn, Mark Liscinski and his wife Kim and Rick Liscinski, 6 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and a brother Eugene Polaski and his wife Kathy. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by brothers Lawrence, Walter and Thomas Polaski and a sister Cecelia Tuttolomondo.
Funeral Services for Dorothy A. Liscinski will be conducted at later date and will be announced by the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, Pa.
If desired, memorial contributions should be made in her name to the Johnsonburg Community Center, 600 Market Street, Johnsonburg, PA 15845.
Smethport – Mary Kay Kinney, 56, of Hazel Hurst, PA, passed away peacefully Friday (November 25, 2022) at her residence in Hazel Hurst with her husband by her side, after a long battle with COPD.
She was born April 28,1966, in Port Allegany, the daughter of Tommy Starr and Patricia (Kelly) Starr. On November 15, 1985, in Bradford, PA, she married Timothy R. Kinney, who survives.
Mary Kay was a graduate of Port Allegany High School Class of 1984.
Until her health conditions made it impossible, she was employed at Sena Kean Manor in Smethport for 15½ years as a Certified Nurse’s Aide and for 5 years as a Housekeeper.
Though Mary Kay’s health was declining for years, few people knew the extent to which she struggled. Her joy for life and indomitable spirit kept her pushing through the pain. Despite any hardships or challenges she endured in her life, you would never hear her complain about a thing.
Mary Kay was a dedicated wife and mother first and foremost. She treasured her family and embraced every moment with them. She especially loved her role as Nana. She was a compassionate spirit whose passion was caring for others. Mary Kay will always be remembered for being a great friend, her selflessness, her love for animals, and her unconditional love. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by:
Her mother: Patricia A. Starr of Port Allegany
Three daughters: Tiffany A. (Charles) Johnson of Bradford, Lynette M. (David Calhoun) Kinney of Mt. Jewett, and Kristy L. (Patrick) Powers of Marietta, GA
Nine grandchildren: Matthew, Blake, Trevor, Caleb, Kalie, Gabriella, Laila, Cameron, Kobe, Isaac, and Kaden
One sister: Brenda (Dean) Goodwill of Smethport
And several nieces and nephews
Mary was preceded in death by her father, father-in-law, and mother-in-law.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 11AM-Noon at Hilltop Baptist Church, Route 646, Gifford, where funeral services will begin at noon, with the Rev. Max Simms, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Clermont Cemetery, Clermont.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave., Bradford, PA 16701. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Mary E. Yonkin, age 80, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 25th, with her children and husband by her side at UPMC Pinnacle Hospital in Harrisburg, PA.
Mary was born on December 10, 1941 in Blossburg, PA to Wilbur A. and Ada P. Mattison Hurd. She grew up in the Galeton area and graduated from Galeton Area School District in 1960. On October 22, 1958, she married the love of her life, Rick and they had 64 wonderful years together.
Mary enjoyed waitressing at the Hunting Valley Inn and Potato City Motor Inn for many years, and also enjoyed her position as a tax collector for West Branch Township. She was employed at Northwest Bank in Galeton until her retirement.
She had many interests – she loved to dance, singing with the girls, playing many different instruments, including the accordion. It was amazing to hear her play that. She especially loved picnics and holidays with her family, reading, knitting and crocheting, playing cards and enjoyed her flowers. One of her biggest enjoyments was talking with her friends on Facebook and sharing the weather report. She loved her Facebook family.
Those left behind are her loving husband Rick, her children Richard L. Yonkin, Jr. (Dorinda), Tami Sevinsky (Jim), and Jodi VanDergrift (John) and her dog, Molly.
Grandchildren Joshua Yonkin, Gretchen Yonkin, Cori Wagner (Tyler), Christian Sevinsky (Rita Rose), Kyra Sevinsky, Dane Sevinsky (Alyssa), Jami Daugherty (Travis), and Chad Daugherty (Jacqualyne).
She also was the proud great-grandmother of eight great-grandchildren and one on the way.
Also her surviving siblings are her brother, Richard Hurd (Jackie) and her sister, Shari Parks (Don). She had several brother and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, as well.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents.
In lieu of flowers, if you would like to make a donation in memory of Mary, please do so to The Lighthouse Community Church, for the needs of underprivileged children in the Galeton Area School District. Their address is 51 Sherman Street, Galeton, PA 16922.
Friends may call on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 from 4:00-6:00pm at the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton, PA. A Funeral Service will follow at 6:00pm with the Rev. Brent Baker officiating.
Velma T. Gross, 91, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of Cedar Road, St. Marys, PA, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
C. Eugene Blum, 85, of Warren, PA, formerly of Youngsville, died on Saturday November 26, 2022, in St. Vincent Hospital Erie, PA.
Gene was born in Sheffield, PA, on November 18, 1937, the son of the late Michael and Mary Scersko Blum.
He was employed for the former Struthers Wells Corporation for 35 years as a grinder, and crane operator, retiring from there in 1993. Gene also worked part time for the U.S Forest Service as a senior employee and worked on the construction of the Kinzua Dam and the Sheffield Sewage Plant. He was an avid fisherman and loved taking trips to Old Forge, NY and Lake Placid, NY.
He was a member of St. Luke’s R.C. Church, Youngsville. On July 3, 1965, he married Rose E. Lucia, they spent 56 loving years together before her passing in June of this year.
Eugene is survived by his loving son Christopher S. Blum of Warren; one sister Mary Louise Burns and husband Larry, of Sheffield; two nieces; one nephew and numerous cousins.
In addition to his parents and wife, Gene was preceded in death by one son Angelo E. Blum.
Friends may call at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania W., Warren, on Thursday December 1, 2022, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am in the church with Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Burial will take place in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren, PA.
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., Warren, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through a charity of one’s choice. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Terry R. Clark, 61, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA passed away in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, on Saturday, November 26, 2022, after suffering an apparent heart attack.
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.
Donald L. Black, “Blackie”, 82, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Saturday (November 26, 2022) at Home in Port Allegany.
He was born January 28, 1940 in Port Allegany, the son of Sheridan and Dorothy (Kellner) Black. On November 24, 1990, in Coudersport, he married Alene E. Crandall, she survives.
Mr. Black was a Tank and Batch Operator, employed by Pierce Glass Co..in Port Allegany for 37 years, retiring in 2005.
Mr. Black was a member of the Moose Lodge #460, of Port Allegany and was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and a Pittsburgh Pirate fan.
In addition to his wife Alene Black he is survived by two daughters; Patricia (Lloyd) Williams of Eldred, PA and Karen (David) Hobbs of Port Allegany PA
One son; Donald D. (Theresa) Black of Rochester NY.
Two Step children; Dawn(Randy) Gee of Mina, PA and Brian(Mike) Foust of Port Allegany, PA.
Four grandchildren; Darin Kisko, Cory Kisko, Keith Hommell and Chasiti Hommell
3 Step-grandchildren Mckenna Gee, Dax and Demi Hobbs
Several Great grand children
One Sister Ann Metz of Spencerport, NY
Mr Black was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Phyllis Hamsher and a grand daughter Erin Black
Visitation will be held on Wednesday Nov. 30, 2022 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 N. Main St., Port Allegany where Funeral service will be held Thursday, December 1 at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Michael Culver, officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials may be made to Fairview Cemetery Association, Port Allegany, PA or Star Hose Co., Port Allegany, PA or Port Allegany Ambulance Service, Port Allegany, PA .
Port Allegany, PA – Ann Forssell Kanally died of natural causes on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home in Bradford, PA. She was 96.
The only child of Louis A.V. and Ruth Anderson Forssell, she was born in Titusville, PA on October 31, 1926. She and her parents made their permanent residence in Erie, PA in 1928. She was a graduate of Academy High School and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Education from Villa Maria College, now merged with Gannon University in Erie.
On June 11, 1949, she married Donald E. “Dek” Kanally at Bethany Lutheran Church in Erie, and moved to Port Allegany, where she resided for nearly 70 years. Her final years were spent in the care of the Bradford Ecumenical Home in Bradford, PA.
Her teaching career began in Conneaut, OH, and resumed in 1961 at the Port Allegany High School, where she was a business education teacher and a counselor for thirteen years. She then filled the position of Director of Management Services and Nonpublic School Services Coordinator at Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit IX, until her retirement in 1993.
She was a member, deacon and choir member of the First United Presbyterian Church of Port Allegany. She was also associated with the PA Association of School Business Officials, Delta Kappa Gamma, and served as a board member of the McKean County Redevelopment and Housing Authority.
She enjoyed music, crossword puzzles, playing bridge, spending time with her grandchildren, keeping alive some of the family’s Swedish traditions, and the joy of special friendships.
Her beloved husband, Dek, passed away on March 21, 2021. She is survived by her son David (Cheryl) Kanally of Coppell, TX, son Kevin Kanally of Derrick City, granddaughter Lauren, grandsons Brian, Eric and Jamos, and extended family Terry, Sally and Quentin Claypool.
Friends, former students and colleagues are invited to attend a memorial service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 3, at the First Presbyterian Church of Port Allegany with Garen Smith officiating. An opportunity to visit with the family and enjoy a light luncheon will follow the service in the social area of the church. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery in Port Allegany, following the luncheon.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Port Allegany or the S.W. Smith Public Library.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.