Maureen E. DRISCOLL, 78, of Wellsville, NY died Thursday, November 16, 2023 in her home.
Born June 30, 1945, in Buffalo, she was the daughter of James F. and Elizabeth Connolly Driscoll.
Maureen was a resident at The ARC Allegany-Steuben for many years. She was a huge Billy Ray Cyrus fan and was able to attend one of his concerts.
Juanita M. ALLMAN, 70, of Austin, PA, died Tuesday, November 14, 2023 in Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY.
A complete obituary will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfousthome.com.
Clarence M. “Clip” Gregory, 77, of Smethport, passed away unexpectedly, enjoying time on his farm on Thursday (November 16, 2023).
He was born September 9, 1946 in Bradford, PA, the son of Clarence C. and Jean H. (Malinowski) Gregory. In 1968, in Cyclone, PA, he married Judy K. Herzog, who survives.
Clip was a 1964 graduate of Smethport Area High School and served in the United States Marine Corps. from 1966 to 1968 during Vietnam.
Ernest Lee Farnsworth Jr., 38, of Olean, NY sadly passed away on November 14th at his home.
Ernest was born on December 18, 1984, in Jamestown and was the son of Ernest Lee and Brenda Lee Steinhoff Farnsworth Sr.
Ernest was a 2004 graduate of Maple Grove High School. He was known to most as JR. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and was always outdoors.
Robert L. TILTON, 84, of Hunt, NY, died Wednesday, November 15, 2023 in Highland Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, Wellsville.
Born February 4, 1939, in Bristol, he was the son of Ernest and Jessie Mitchell Tilton. He was married to the former Barbara Jean Hopkins for 62 years, who predeceased him on May 28, 2023.
A graduate of Dalton School, he served honorably with the U.S. Army. Bob was employed by Slawson’s Sawmill in Hunt and by the Town of Portage as a heavy equipment operator.
Virginia L. “Ginny” Bogacki, 81, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of N. Mill Street in Ridgway, PA passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Elk Haven.
She was born December 28, 1942, in Knoxdale, PA, daughter of the late Joshua and Esther Dickey Sebring and was a graduate of Brookville High School. Ginny and her husband, Donald, moved to St. Marys in the late 60s where they started their lives together and raised their family.
Aaron L. KUHN, 82, of Whitesville, NY, died Wednesday, November 15, 2023 in the Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville.
Born September 18, 1941, in Genesee, PA, he was the son of Dan and Clara Sutton Kuhn. On March 30, 1963, in Whitesville, he married the former Joan E. Chambers, who survives.
A Vietnam War Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1960 – 1967. He served with the U.S. Army Reserves from 1972 – 1990. Aaron was employed by Dresser-Rand in Wellsville for 34 years.
A life member (66 years) of the Genesee Volunteer Fire Dept., he served as Chief, President, Board member, and fundraising committee chairman. He was a member and past commander for many years of the former Robert E. James American Legion Post #1012 in Whitesville, member of the Allegany County American Legion Honor Guard, and 40 & 8 NY District 8. Aaron served as a Boy Scout leader in Whitesville.
Vernetta P. Nichols, 73, of St. Marys, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, with her loving family by her side.
Born on July 25, 1950, in Salamanca, NY, Vernetta was the daughter of the late Gordon and Loretta Smith Lathrop.
Known for her green thumb, Vernetta had an innate ability to make anything grow. Her passion for gardening was evident in the beautiful flowers and plants that adorned her home. When she wasn’t tending to her flowers and plants, Vernetta could often be found cheering on her favorite NASCAR drivers or watching sports with loved ones. Her enthusiasm for these pastimes was infectious and brought joy to those around her.
DUKE CENTER, Pa.—John M. “Jack” Farrell, 82, a longtime resident of Duke Center, passed away in his home with his loving wife by his side on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, after a long illness.
Jack honorably served in the US Army and the US Air Force.
“avid outdoorsman”
COUDERSPORT, Pa.—Clayton C. Reed, 80, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born on Tuesday, December 15, 1942 in Coudersport, he was a son of Clayton E. and Wanda A. Petrosewitz Reed. On April 22, 1961 in Austin, he married Freda Y. Gleason, who passed away on November 25, 2016.
Clayton was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1960. He was employed on the family farm and also drove a lime truck for the former Coudersport Agway. He was also a self-employed logger for many years, retiring in 2007. Clayton also served as a Summit Township supervisor for 35 years.
Aaron L. KUHN, 82, of Whitesville, NY, died Wednesday, November 15, 2023 in the Comfort House of Allegany County, Wellsville.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Jeffrey W. “Scrybe” Easton, 65, of Rock Run Road, Turtlepoint, PA passed away on Monday (November 13, 2023) at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 12, 1958 in Warren, he was the son of William and Viola (Rose) Easton. On September 10, 1982 in Eldred, he married Lois R. Lane who survives.
Jeff was a graduate of Youngsville High School, and formerly was employed as a printer for numerous companies, including the former Shalkowski and Futures businesses.
Gelindo “Boots” Bonfardine, 89, of 148 Louis Street, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
Boots was born July 10, 1934 in Caledonia to the late John and Amelia Dezanet Bonfardine. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Weedville High School, Class of 1951. He continued his studies at Penn State University, graduating in 1955 with a degree in Business Education and a minor in Accounting. He retired from Airco Speer and Metco.
On October 31, 1959 in the Sacred Heart Church, Boots married the late Margaret A. Dornisch, who preceded him in death on May 2, 2013.
Gail E. ACKERMAN, 76, of Wellsville, NY, died Sunday, November 12, 2023 in the Comfort House of Allegany County.
Born June 28, 1947, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Manley C. and Marjorie Reynolds Ackerman.
A 1965 graduate of Wellsville Central School, she continued her education at Rochester Business Institute. She was employed as a secretary by Syracuse Research Corporation, Hillsboro County School District in Florida, and at BOCES, where she was the special education secretary.
Gail was a member of the Wellsville Alumni Association and served as the class coordinator for the class of ’65. Gail enjoyed the many years she shared with her two groups of close friends in Wellsville and Brandon, FL.
Ellen M. Peroski, 75, a lifelong resident of Sheffield, PA passed away Saturday morning November 11, 2023, at Lakeview Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Smethport, PA.
She was born in Sheffield, PA on December 6, 1947, the daughter of Howard W. McClellan and Betty (Budila) McClellan.
She was a 1966 graduate of Sheffield High School. Ellen gained employment at the former McMillen family lumber company in Sheffield, PA. She was a devoted faithful lifelong member of the St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Church in Sheffield where she attended mass daily when able.
Anna B. BONSER, 102, of Ulysses, PA, formerly of Marine City and Algonac, MI, passed peacefully into eternity on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, with her daughter-in-law, Barbara, by her side.
Born July 6, 1921, in River Rouge, MI, she was the daughter of Paul and Julia Josephine Lozon Charron. Orphaned at an early age, she was raised by her Aunt Minnie. She was married to Angus Bonser, who predeceased her in 1984.
Anna was employed as a nurse’s aide for many years. She was a member of Starville Church, Starville, MI and Zion Christian Assembly in Ulysses. In 2002, she moved to Ulysses and lived with her son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Barbara Bonser.
LIVERPOOL, NY—Family and friends of Gregory L. “Greg” Lawton, 58, of Liverpool, formerly of Bolivar, are invited to call from 11am to 12 noon on Monday, November 20, 2023, at the Obi Community Church, 1948 NY 305, Cuba, NY, where a Celebration of Life will follow at 12 noon with Greg’s pastor, Jeff O’Brien associate Pastor of Northside Baptist Church, and Pastor David Cook of Obi Community Church, officiating.
Greg passed away on October 31, 2023.
Greg’s family entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, Pa.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
Duane E. Carpenter, of Franklin, TN, finished his earthly journey and stepped into the arms of Jesus on Nov 9, 2023.
He was born Sept 19, 1939 to Fred and Dorothy Carpenter in Port Allegany, PA.
After he graduated from Port Allegany High School in 1957, he entered the United States Air Force where he served for four years. While stationed at Andrew’s Airforce base, he met his bride of 62 years, Doris Johnson Carpenter.
Nello Berrettini, 71, of Eldred, PA, formerly of Dupont, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023, in Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Bello and Doris Reilly Berrettini.
He was a graduate of Pittston Area High School and earned his LPN degree through the Wilkes-Barre Vocational Technical School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, having served from 1970-1974. He had worked for and retired from the Wilkes-Barre VA Hospital in 2016.
Frank S. Willard, age 83, a well-known personality in Wellsboro, PA, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, November 12, 2023.
Frank was born on March 20, 1940 in Wellsboro, PA. The son of the late Stewart and Doris (Atherton) Willard, he was married to Donna Mae (Brooks) Willard for 64 years. We will never forget Frank’s good cheer, kindness, and generosity.
Frank was one of the lucky individuals whose vocation was his avocation. He thoroughly enjoyed his relationship with woodworking and carpentry. Frank excelled for many decades in remodeling and contracting. His craft is visible in dozens of buildings throughout Tioga County. He began his woodworking career at Patterson Lumber Company and transitioned into private trade. In addition, he spent 19 dedicated years at the Wellsboro Hospital, ultimately serving as Director of Facilities, Maintenance, and Safety.
Margaret Hewitt HACKETT, 75, of Belmont, NY, died Monday, November 13, 2023 in her home.
Born February 26, 1948, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Arthur Henry and Flossie Geraldine Williams Hinkley. On February 29, 2020, she married Harry Bruce Hackett, who survives.
Margaret was employed by Harrison Bros. Federal Meat Packing Plant in Williamsport, worked in many area restaurants, and owned and operated a cleaning business.
Surviving besides her husband, Bruce, are: two children, Vickie L. Keown and Edwin K. Keown, Jr.; five step-children, Todd (Christina) Hackett, Chery (Andy) Smith, Cheryl (Jeff) Lewis, Sandy (Greg) Peczak, and Robin (Paul) Hosmer; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Jerritt R. Hinkley; and three siblings, Joyce Brink, Roger Hinkley, and Arthur Henry Hinkley, Jr.
Private burial will be in Genesee Cemetery, Genesee, PA.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 21, Scio, NY 14880 or Medical Transport Service, P.O. Box 586, Wellsville, NY 14895.
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.
Port Allegany – Lee Allen Howard, 61, of Jamestown, NY, passed away Sunday (November 12, 2023) at his residence in Jamestown.
He was born April 2, 1962 in Lafayette, IN, the son of LaVerne R. and LoRena Nadene (Baker) Howard.
Lee was a 1984 graduate of Brookville High School and a graduate of IUP.
Lee was a published writer/author, having written many published books in the horror genre.
Richard L. Bretz, 92, of Smethport, formerly of Port Allegany, passed away Saturday (November 11, 2023) at Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
He was born December 7, 1930 in New Castle, PA, the son of Michael and Matilda (Plattner) Bretz. Dick was first married to Betty Daugherty in 1964. She passed away on March 7, 1983. He was then married to Phyllis C. McGavisk Swanson on April 12, 1986. She passed away on December 17, 2013.
Dick was a graduate of New Wilmington High School and served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict.
Mr. Bretz was a mechanic employed by Quaker State of Farmers Valley, PA, retiring in 1992.
He had attended the Gethsemane Lutheran Church of Port Allegany, was a former member and Past Commander of the Lions Club of New Castle, PA. He was also a member of the VFW Post #2497 of Smethport and the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby.
Lottie “Trudy” Whitesell, 70, of Shinglehouse, passed away on Sunday (November 12, 2023) at her home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on June 01, 1953 she was the daughter of Winn and Ida (Bennett) Sidelinger. In 1977 in Bradford, Pa. she married Tom Whitesell who survives.
Trudy attended Otto-Eldred Schools.
Surviving including her husband of 46 years, is one brother, John, her niece and nephew Stacy and Keith, who were raised by Trudy and Tom, all living at home. She was also survived by her niece and nephews, Stephanie, Adam, Victor and one brother-in-law, Butch Dickerson, one sister-in-law Kay, and many cousins.
Suzanne M. (Unangst) Thomas, 87, of Mansfield passed away Tuesday November 14, 2023, at Broad Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on January 18, 1936 at home on 63 Pearl Street in Wellsboro to Arthur and Ellen (Short) Unangst.
Suzanne graduated from Wellsboro High School, and on June 14, 1964, she married Larue Thomas with whom she shared better than 30 years of marriage. She was a faithful, life-long member of the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro, where she taught Sunday School for more than 50 years, and loved and supported the children of her community, especially through involvement with Tioga County 4-H. She was especially proud of the milking station at the Fairgrounds in memory of Larue.
Sandra Ann (nee Fischer) Tucker, 78, of 1050 Theresia Street, St. Marys, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her children and grandchildren on Sunday, November 12, 2023.
Sandra was born on July 7, 1945 to the late George and Elsie (Straitwell) Fischer of St. Marys. She was a graduate of Central Catholic High School.
She was employed by Stackpole Carbon Company for a time, was a homemaker, avid crafter, belonged to the Grange, the Red Hat Society, and belonged to St. Mary’s Parish. Sandra worked with Prison Ministry, went to Rome with the Oblates, and was a Missionary Oblate of the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows. She also taught Catechism classes in her younger years, she belonged to the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Sandra also loved working on family history.
Sandra married the love of her life, Olin Tucker, Sr., on December 26, 1963, in St. Marys.
Trisha Renee Cole, 25, of Reynoldsville, PA died tragically in Corsica on Thursday, November 09, 2023.
She was born in Coudersport, Potter County, on March 11, 1998, the only daughter of David Michael (Cole) Callor and Dawn Marie (Lunn) Cole of Reynoldsville. She is the paternal granddaughter of Shirley Mello of DuBois, and Fred Callor of Salem, Massachusetts, maternal granddaughter of Larry Lunn of Jay, Oklahoma and the late Juanita Lunn. Paternal Great-granddaughter of Shirley Naczas of DuBois.
Gayla Jo Baker “longtime resident of Coudersport and Sweden Valley”
Gayla Jo Baker, 64, of Coudersport, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023.
She was born in Coudersport on Thursday, April 23, 1959, a daughter of John R. and Carlene E. (Brown) Baker.
Gayla was a graduate of Coudersport High School and was also a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Bradford with a Bachelor’s Degree in nursing. Gayla had a lifelong career in nursing and healthcare and enjoyed helping others.
A Celebration of life for William E. “Bill” Boger, II, 60, of Youngsville, PA., who died September 10, 2023, will be held Saturday, November 18, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at First Lutheran Church, 119 W. Third Avenue, Warren, PA.., with Rev. Jeffrey Ewing, Pastor, officiating.
Family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 am in the church. Arrangements are being handled through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc.
Crosby–A memorial service for Jane L. Cogan will be held on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 at 11AM in the Crosby Community Church.
Jane passed away on Sept. 1, 2023 and a full obituary was printed in a previous edition.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
