John W. Welsh, 80, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023, in UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport, after a brief illness.
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.
June C. MASTIN, 56, of Bath, NY, died Friday, April 28, 2023 in Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira, NY.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Diane M. (Allen) Borden, age 69, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, April 27, 2023.
She was born on December 3, 1953 in Wellsboro, PA a daughter of the late Arnold J. and Jean M. (Louden) Allen and was married to the late LaVern A. “Vern” Borden who passed away in 2016.
Diane is survived by a son: Neil Borden and a grandson: Chance Borden, both of Wellsboro, PA, two brothers and four sisters.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Irene Coneys of Machias, N.Y., formerly of Port Allegany, who passed away on March 16, 2023, will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 1 p.m. in St Gabriel’s Catholic Church, 203 Arnold Ave., Port Allegany, with the Rev. Joseph Dougherty as celebrant.
Burial will be in St Gabriel’s Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., Port Allegany.
Ronald L. Bruni, 90, of Meadow Lane, Kersey, PA passed away following a brief illness Friday, April 28, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk, surrounded by his family.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Richard F. Haberberger, 68, of 242 George Street, St. Marys, PA passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor, after an illness of the past several months.
He was born July 12, 1954, in Ely, MN, son of the late Francis and Carole Gahr Haberberger. Rick was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1972. He was a carpenter by trade.
On July 5, 2002, in St. Marys, Rick married Jean M. Blessel, who survives.
He is also survived by two daughters: Chiyvonne Lupro (Cory) of St. Marys and Lacy Nichols (Jeremy) of Roanoke, VA; his son, Derrick Blessel of St. Marys; his step-son, Donald Blessel of St. Marys; two grandchildren: Shane Haberberger (Katrina) and Ethan Nichols; two brothers: Paul Haberberger (Linda) and BJ Haberberger (Lisa), both of St. Marys; several nieces and nephews; and by his beloved dog, Rose E. Bell.
Rick loved to hunt and enjoyed shooting trap. He was an avid Notre Dame and New York Yankees fan and was a member of the CMF. Rick was a member of the “Huntin’ Shack” crew and loved hanging out with his hunting buddies.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at 12:30 PM, with the Rev. Thomas More Sikora, OSB officiating.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Wednesday, from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.
Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Allison “Alli” Jeanne Brooks (Armstrong) passed away peacefully in Napa, CA on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at the age of 49.
Alli was born on December 19, 1973 in Rochester, NY to James D. (Judy Molyneaux) Armstrong and Jeanne (Geoff) Robillard.
She graduated from UNC Greensboro with a B.S. in Broadcast Journalism and earned her Masters degree in Political Communications from Emerson University. She was a writer at heart, serving in many public relation and communication positions throughout her career. In 2019, she relocated to Napa Valley, California and became a certified wine educator.
In 2012, Allison married David E. Brooks in Coudersport, PA, together enjoyed 18 years of love and adoration before her passing. They had several beloved pets over the years but she had a special love for her cats. Above all, Alli was unquestionably devoted to her family and friends. She loved the outdoors whether it was in her garden or at a festival.
Her most treasured times was when she was able to work alongside her husband professionally back in Pennsylvania and again in California.
In addition to her husband and parents, Alli is survived by her brother Andy (Elizabeth) Armstrong, sisters Rene (Scott) Cook and Regina (Jeff) Raudabaugh. She has several aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews whom she all loved dearly.
There will be a celebration of life planned later in the year.
Any donations in her name can be made to your local animal shelter.
Charlotte L. Burrous, 86, a longtime resident of Galeton, passed away with her loving daughter by her side on Thursday, April 27, 2023, after a long illness.
Born on Saturday, August 1, 1936 in West Pike, she was a daughter of Grant S. and Mae Shaffer Hall. She was married to Richard Burrous who was the father of her children.
Charlotte attended school in Galeton. She was employed at the former Galeton Products and was also employed at several nursing homes. Her last occupation was a short order cook, working in various local restaurants. One of her greatest accomplishments was raising five children.
In her childhood, Charlotte was a member of the West Pike Baptist Church. While living in Shinglehouse, she was a member of the First Baptist Church. Charlotte loved to read, cook, and being social. In her younger years she loved to garden.
Left to mourn her are two sons, Richard G. (Felecia) Burrous of the State of Washington and Kenneth J. (Tracy) Burrous of North Carolina; a daughter, Emmamae (Richard) Hillyard of Ulysses; sixteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She is being greeted in Heaven by the Lord; her parents; a daughter, Donna M. Burrous; a son, Robert J. Burrous; and several brothers and sisters.
In keeping with Charlotte’s wishes there will be no public visitation or funeral services. Burial will be in Parker Hill Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the LEEK Hunting and Mountain Preserve, 497 PA-244, Oswayo, PA 16915 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Charlotte entrusted her care and cremation arrangements 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 Charlotte, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Donald K. Kessler, of 215 Adams St., Olean, NY passed away Tuesday (April 25, 2023) at his daughter’s home, after a brief illness.
Born Dec. 13, 1937, in Shinglehouse, Pa., he was the son of the late Joseph L. and Elsie I. Blaisdell Kessler. He married Anne Lemmer McDonald, who predeceased him in 2012.
Donald was a veteran of the U.S. Army from 1958-1960. He worked for Dresser-Rand in Olean and was a longtime member of the St. Stephen’s Club, Birch Run Golf Club and the Olean YMCA.
He is survived by two children, Lisa (Toby) Miller of Ceres, Pa. and David Kessler of West Clarksville; eight grandchildren, Kenneth (Kari) Miller of Ceres, Emily (Nick) Kinney of Shinglehouse, Allison Miller of Ceres, Damean Kessler, Alec Kessler and Caleb Kessler all of West Clarksville, and Joshua Kessler and Kaitlyn Kessler, both of Port Allegany, Pa.; one sister, Lucille Kimicata; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, Donald was predeceased by two sisters, Shirley Mulkin and Linda Ayers.
At Donald’s request, there will be no services.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Olean YMCA, 1101 Wayne St., Olean.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.
Wilma J. “Mike” Haupt, 89, of Canfield Hollow, Eldred, PA passed away on Monday (April 24, 2023) at Lakeview Senior Center.
Born on Oct. 31, 1933, she was the daughter of John and Fannie Childs Powell. On Feb. 23, 1952, in Olean, N.Y., she married Leonald “Lee” Haupt Sr., who preceded her in death on Nov. 10, 1995
Wilma attended Portville, N.Y., schools and was raised in Obi, N.Y., prior to moving to Eldred after she got married. She attended the Coryville Church of Faith and enjoyed crocheting and gardening.
Surviving is two sons, Leonald “Bub” (Susan) Haupt Jr. of Winterhaven, Fla., Gary (Michael Ewing) Haupt of Navarre, Fla.; three daughters, Marlene McClain of Portville, Pamela Moyer Laroche of Ocean View, Del., Lisa Taylor of Eldred; nine grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a son-in-law Roland Laroche, three brothers and two sisters.
Visitation will be held on Friday (April 28, 2023) at the Coryville Church of Faith from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. at which time funeral services will be held with Pastor Karmon Wood officiating. Burial will be in Lamphier Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Coryville Church of Faith or a veteran’s charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com
Gary G. Ostrander, 85, of Bradford, PA passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
He was born on January 23, 1938 in Olean, the son of the late Ralph and Lucille Schenfield Ostrander.
He attended schools in Erie.
On May 30, 1964 in Bradford; he married Mary Ellen Bennett who preceded him in death on July 24, 2009.
Gary worked many years in the Bradford area in the oil industry and as a roofing contractor.
He was a member of the American Legion Post 108 and the Lt. John C. Roche Post 212 VFW as well as a former member of the IAS Club. Gary loved spending time outdoors, fishing and swimming. He also loved being around his friends and family. Those that knew Gary knew he also enjoyed tinkering with his collection of lawnmowers.
He is survived by three daughters, Pamela (Thomas) Morey of Virginia Beach, VA, Joy (Kenneth) Arble of Bradford and Mary Lou Lee of Bradford; one son, Randy (Laurie) Ostrander of Bradford; ten grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wife he was also preceded in death by his stepfather, Ellis Beals.
A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date.
Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005 or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
Linda J. Jacobson, 75, of Warren, PA., died Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA., after a brief illness.
Linda was born July 8, 1947, in Jamestown, N.Y. She was the daughter of D. Melvin “Jake” and Carolyn Ruden Jacobson. Linda was a 1965 graduate of Warren High School and earned her bachelor’s degree in education at Edinboro University. She was employed with Warren County School District as a 5th grade schoolteacher at North Warren Elementary School. In 1983, she moved to West Palm Beach, Florida area, where she was employed with the Windbrook Elementary School, as a 3rd and 4th grade schoolteacher, retiring in 2016. While in West Palm Beach, Linda enjoyed local talent, concerts, plays and attending orchestra performances. She was a member of the West Palm Beach Elks Ladies Auxiliary. For the past 6 years, she has resided in North Warren, PA. Linda was a member of First Lutheran Church, where she was a member of the church prayer shawl group. She was also a member of the Lakewood Loyal Order of the Moose Ladies Auxiliary. She was an active member with the Warren Players Club as a costume designer and served as their box office chairperson. Linda was very instrumental in the lives of her nieces and nephews, exposing them to their love of the arts.
Linda is survived by her brother, D. Melvin “Skip” Jacobson and his wife, Marianne of N. Warren, PA., his sister, Elaine Crandall of Warren, PA., 4 Nieces – Carolyn Mummert and husband, Chad of Erie, PA., Joy McMonigal of Warren, PA., Kristen Bosko and husband, Michael of Pittsfield, PA., Melissa Feaster and husband, Kenneth of Warren, PA., 2 Nephews – Robert Jacobson of Charlotte, N.C., Matthew Jacobson and wife, Angela of Killingworth, CT, several great nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, her brother-in-law, Denny Crandall, longtime companion, Ted Olson.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Friday, April 28, 2023, from 11:00 A.M. until 12:00 Noon. A funeral and committal service will be conducted at Noon with Rev. Nancy Schwanke, officiating. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Cemetery, Lakewood, N.Y.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, www.hospiceofwarrencounty.org 1 Main Avenue, Warren, PA., 16365 or First Lutheran Church, 109 W. 3rd Avenue, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Cookeville, TN–Michael D. “Denny” Bender, 80, formerly of Girard, PA, passed away on April 25, 2023.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport, PA.
Jane M. Rupprecht, 98, passed away in her home on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on March 5,1925 in St. Marys, PA, the daughter of the late George and Kathryn Grant Kronenwetter. On August 28, 1948, Jane married Jerome “Whitey” Rupprecht. Jerome’s uncles, Fr. Jerome Rupprecht OSB, Fr. Norbert Rupprecht OSB, and Fr. Melvin Rupprecht OSB offered a concelebrated wedding mass at Sacred Heart Church where they remained lifetime members. Together they shared almost 75 years of love and happiness.
Jane was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and a 1943 graduate of St. Marys Area High School. In the early 1950’s, Jane and Whitey built their home together where they raised their four children. They especially enjoyed spending time on their back porch visiting with family and friends.
Jane devoted her life to her husband and children. She loved being a homemaker and worked part-time at Sears, Roebuck and Company for over 20 years. Jane was a member of the St. Anne’s Society where she served as president for over 25 years. She was also a member of the Alter Society, a cafeteria volunteer, and enjoyed working at the election polls. Jane was an avid shopper, enjoyed playing cards especially cinch and rabbit, and traveled to each of the 50 states as well as Mexico, Canada and Nova Scotia with her husband and friends. She looked forward to yearly camping trips and picnics at Twin Lakes with her grandchildren.
Jane was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She touched the lives of everyone she met. She always thought of little ways to show others that they were important. She followed her mother’s tradition of sending cards to family and friends on special occasions and holidays. Many were touched by her kindness.
Jane is survived by her husband and their children; Susan Schenfield, Mary Kay (Jim) Vollmer, Paul (Rita) Rupprecht and Jill (Tim) Bernett. She was proud of her ten grandchildren; Michael (Kristin) Vollmer, Eric (Taryn) Schenfield, Kati (Andy) Weiland, John (Julianna) Bernett, David Bernett, Stephen (Tia) Vollmer, David (Anna) Rupprecht, Michael Bernett, Andrew (Kendra) Bernett and Dori (Bob) Sekelsky. Jane was also blessed with eight great-grandchildren; Emma Vollmer, Lucas Schenfield, Kennedy Rupprecht, Eli Vollmer, Elias Schenfield, Jack Bernett, Anna Weiland and Grant Vollmer.
She is also survived by a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Shirley and Jim Rupprecht, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by a brother; Joseph Kronenwetter and a sister; Elizabeth “Bette” Boschert.
A Mass of Christian Burial and celebration of life for Jane M. Rupprecht will be celebrated on Friday, April 28, 2023 at 12:00PM at Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Michael Gabler OSB, as celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetary.
There will be no visitation.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Nurses or to the St. Anne Society.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offer to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Those we love don’t go away,
they walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
so loved, so missed, so very dear!
Thurston C. Roe, age 62 of Knoxville, PA passed away at home on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 with his family by his side.
Born August 15, 1960 in Corning, NY, he was the son of the late Bernard L. and Helen Jean (Totten) Roe, Sr.
Thurston served honorably in the US Navy Seabees for six years and worked for the Right of Way Clearing Inc. for many years. He married Tina (Hurd) and they shared 30 years together.
Thurston was an avid outdoorsman; he loved hunting, fishing, woodworking and looking for arrowheads. He liked to sing, antiques and his heart was full of love for his dogs.
He was a member of the Elkland Moose Lodge, Knoxville Fire Hall, Knoxville VFW and the American Legion.
Thurston is survived by his wife, Tina; his sons, Justin Tucker of Chesapeake, VA and Jason Tucker of San Antonia, TX; sister, Bonnie Roe of Elkland; brothers, Stuart (Mary) Roe of Lawrenceville and Dan (Dawn) Roe of Knoxville; brother in law, Garrett (Denise) Hurd of Louisiana and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Ronald Roe, Sr. and Bernard Roe, Jr.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W Main St., Elkland on Friday 2:00 – 4:00 and 6:00 – 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, 1:00 PM. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Middlebury Union Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in Thurston’s honor to the Second Chance Animal Sanctuary, 725 Gee Rd, Tioga, PA 16946. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Elwood L. Heffner, age 84, passed away peacefully in his home with his family on April 24, 2023, in Tioga, Pennsylvania after briefly battling cancer.
He was born August 24, 1938, to the late Samuel and Margaret (Deats) Heffner in Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania.
Elwood was a Korean War Veteran in the Army and retired from Ingersoll Rand in Painted Post, NY.
Elwood was met in heaven by his two sons, Eric and Terry, two daughters, Kelly Jo and Cheryl, a brother, Donald Heffner, and sister Sandra Woodard. On August 15, 1958, Elwood married his love, Joan (Graff) Heffner and spent 66 years together.
Elwood is survived by his wife, Joan, his son, Jeff Heffner (Lynne Wagner) of Wellsboro, PA, daughter Nichole (Matthew) Finnerty of Hinsdale, NY, daughter in law Monica Heffner of Troy, PA and adopted daughter Geri (Sissy) Crigger of Tarboro, NC. His grandchildren Nichelle (Ben) Appleby of Elmira, NY, Corrie Heffner of Fort Knox, KY, Lisa (Andrew) Wilkinson of Independence, MO, Ronald (Marion) Heffner of Greentown, PA, Curtis (Heaven) Heffner of Whitneyville, PA, Shauna (Matthew) Wright of Millerton, PA, Cheyanne Heffner of Bradford, PA, and Isabella Heffner of Troy, PA, 15 great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is also survived by his sisters, Pauline, Carol, Velma and Stella, and brothers, Robert and Richard.
Elwood loved spending time with his family, camping, fishing, hunting, laughing, joking, and telling all of his grandbabies how much he loved them.
Per Elwood’s wishes, there will be no funeral service but a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations can be sent to Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland, PA to help the family with expenses. Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
Douglas James Sweeney, 68, passed away suddenly at The Good Samaritan hospital in Baltimore, MD on April 19, 2023.
Doug was born on December 29, 1954 in Saint Marys to the late Fred and Mildred Sweeney, the fifth of their nine children. He graduated from Johnsonburg High School in 1973 and then from Penn State University with a degree in Civil Engineering.
Shortly after graduating from college, Doug moved to Baltimore where he worked for Rummel, Klepper and Kahl until his retirement in 2019. Here he was not only able to follow his childhood love of dams and waterways through a lifelong career in civil engineering, but he was also able to achieve his Professional Engineer license in the states of Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland.
Throughout high school, Doug played tennis, baseball, and ran cross country. He had a love for golf and was a fan of the Baltimore Ravens and Orioles. He loved claiming bragging rights whenever the Ravens beat the Steelers and was looking forward to the Orioles upcoming season. Doug also enjoyed reading about history and playing board games and cards with his family. He especially enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
Doug is survived by his siblings Bette and Fritz of Johnsonburg, Vickie Sorg and Mike (Barb) of Saint Marys, Pat (Karen) of Mt. Laurel, NJ, Frank (Gae) of Rockwall, TX, Jude (Michele) of Telford, PA and Jennifer (John) Ross of Shippensburg, PA. He is also survived by 16 nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Jim Sorg.
A summer memorial service is being planned for Johnsonburg.
If desired, memorial contributions can be made to Children International at www.children.org, PO Box 219055, Kansas City, MO 64121. This organization was near to Doug’s heart as he sponsored several children through them.
Vincie Ann Burgess, 90, of Lewis Run, PA passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the Bradford Manor.
She was born on July 21, 1932 in Lewis Run, a daughter of the late Anthony and Mildred Castiglione Curcio.
She was a 1950 graduate of the Bradford Senior High School.
On July 17, 1954 in Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, she married Richard G. Burgess who preceded her in death on April 8, 2020.
She was formerly employed by Control Chief, Airco Speer and the former Kleiderline Jewelers.
Vincie loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed watching old movies, listening to music, reading and doing crossword puzzles.
She is survived by two daughters, Deborah (Homer) Bouquin of Bradford and Elizabeth Bailey of Lewis Run; three grandchildren, Andrew Bailey of Lewis Run, Nicole Bouquin of Bradford and Zack (Mindy) Bouquin of Bradford; three great grandchildren, Shayla Buchanan of Custer City, Jordan Bailey of Lewis Run and Aiden Yeager of Bradford.
In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by one sister, Nettie McAndrew.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, May 1, 2023 at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Lewis Run, at 11:00 AM with the Rev. James Gutting, senior associate pastor as celebrant.
Interment and committal services will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in her memory can be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016-5337.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Irene Coneys of Machias formerly of Port Allegany, PA, who passed away on March 16, 2023 will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at one PM in St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church, 203 Arnold Ave. Port Allegany, PA, with the Rev. Joseph Dougherty as celebrant. Burial will be in St Gabriel’s Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
A Celebration of life for Jayne E. Pritt, 78, of Port Allegany, who passed away Monday (April 17, 2023). will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 11am to 12 Noon at the Veteran’s Memorial Home (VFW), Route 155 South, Port Allegany with services at 12:00 noon followed by a luncheon.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Jane M. Rupprecht, 98, of Russ Lane, St. Marys, PA died at her home on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 28, 2023 at 12:00 PM at the Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center St., St. Marys, PA 15857. There will be no visitation.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Green Funeral Home and a full obituary will appear in Thursday’s edition.
Delmar D. SLINGERLAND, 89, of Wellsville, NY, died Monday, April 24, 2023 in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester.
Born December 29, 1933, in Andrews Settlement, he was the son of Harvey A. and Edith Louise Pomeroy Slingerland. A graduate of Genesee High School, he attended Alfred State College for electrical. A US Army Veteran, he served honorably from 1954 – 1956. On April 5, 1958, in Andrews Settlement, he married the former Donna R. Frailey, who survives. He was employed by Air Preheater in Wellsville and was a self-employed electrician. Delmar enjoyed tinkering, gardening, and making small stone and wooden crafts to give to friends and family. He was part of a local coffee club. Delmar enjoyed showing his 1966 Chevy Caprice.
Surviving besides his wife, Donna, are: two daughters, Marcia (Gary) Bachelor of Celoron and Regina (John) Crofut of Troy, PA; two grandchildren, Emily (Tom) Halladay of Wellsville and Micah Whitehouse of Wellsville; one great-grandson, Akiva; two brothers, Lyle R. Slingerland of Wellsville and Elmer C. Slingerland of Genesee; a sister, Vonda Burnside of WA; nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Harvey Alfred Slingerland; and a sister, Donna Niver.
Friends may call at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY on Friday, April 28, 2023 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with Funeral Services following at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Genesee Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Genesee Cemetery, c/o Jacqueline Blake, 310Main Street, Genesee, PA 16923. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
James “Jim” Wonderly. 79, of Weedville, died on Monday, April 24, 2023, at his residence.
He was born on August 18, 1943, in Kersey, a son of the late Irvin and Madeline Minnick Wonderly.
On May 26, 1983, he married Katherine Olson, who survives.
In addition to his loving wife of nearly 40 years, he is survived by a daughter, Lenora Shoemaker of Sykesville, 3 sons: James Wonderly and his wife Sheri of Monroeville, Tim Wolfel and his wife Cathy of Weedville, and Andy Wonderly and his wife Sophie of Maryland, 9 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. He is also survived by 2 sisters, Loretta McClintick and Virginia Carpin.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 5 sisters: Evelyn, Mary Lou, Margaret, Betty, and Nellie, and 3 brothers: Joseph, Irvin, and Robert.
Funeral Services for James “Jim’ Wonderly are being held privately and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contribution may be made to Jay Twp Fire Department or Penn Highlands Hospice.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Helen T. Laird, 90, of 213 Bayberry Road, St. Marys, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at her residence after a lengthy illness with her family by her side.
She was born April 29, 1932 in Kersey, daughter of the late Henry and Theresa Jaeger Holtzhauser. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Kersey High School, Class of 1950. She was employed at Pure Carbon and assisted at the convent as a cook for 25 years.
On April 23, 1955, in St. Boniface Church, she married Leroy W. Laird, who survives. Together they shared 68 years of marriage.
Along with her loving husband, Helen is survived by two sons: William T. Laird (Rochelle) and James D. Laird (Mary Jo), both of St. Marys; one sister, Germaine Jacob (Frank) of St. Marys; and by many nieces and nephews.
Along with her parents, Helen was preceded in death by eight sisters: Cecilia Mosier, Mary Kornacki, Anna Holtzhauser, Pauline Calla, Theresa Weidenborner, Agnes Dahlkemper, and Jean Mawn; and three brothers: Thomas, James, and Raymond Holtzhauser.
She was a dedicated mother, wife, and a devout Catholic. She was a member of the Queen of the World Church and was proud to be honored as the Holy Family of St. Boniface in 1951. She enjoyed her time outdoors especially fishing and found great joy in the kitchen while she baked.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 28, 2023 at 10:00AM 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 Thursday, April 27, 2023 from 4:00PM until 6:00PM.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a favorite charity of one’s choosing.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Vivian L. SHERWOOD, 90, of Hallsport, NY, died Monday, April 24, 2023 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, PA.
Born July 11, 1932, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Orville and Cora Goodridge Perkins. On July 28, 1951, in Hallsport, she married Richard M. “Dick” Sherwood, who predeceased her on June 8, 2019.
She was a 1950 graduate of Wellsville High School. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, gardening, cooking, canning, fishing, hunting, and most of all, spending time with her family. Vivian made quilts for every member of her family.
Surviving are: six children, Sharri (Wendell) Weirich of Wellsville, Timothy R. (Darlene) Sherwood of Hallsport, Randy (Sandy) Sherwood of Bradford, PA, Joan (Donald) Pakis of Hallsport, Fran (Deborah) Sherwood of Campbell, and Christine Coats of Hallsport; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by four brothers, Eugene Perkins, Orville Perkins, Merle Perkins, and Rev. Revere Perkins; a sister, Mary Perry; and a son-in-law, Guy Coats.
The family will hold a private service at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Rev. Stephen B. Richard will officiate. Burial will be in Hallsport Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Dorothy A. Hagman, 95, of Hill St. in Mt. Jewett, PA passed away Friday (April 21) at the Sena Kean Manor. She was born Dec. 28, 1927 in Wilcox, the daughter of the late Walter “Pete” and Enid (Freeman) Nelson. On Aug. 12, 1953, in Johnsonburg, she married Karl Hagman, who preceded her in death.
Mrs. Hagman graduated from Beauty school in Pittsburgh and she also worked for several years at the diner in Mt. Jewett and for her father’s business, Nelson’s Groceries, but the majority of her time was spent as a homemaker, enjoying time with her husband Karl and their numerous nephews and nieces.
She is survived by two nieces, Dr. Heidi Hagman-Linn of OR and Marlene Hagman of CA; five nephews, James Nelson Jr. of Wilcox, William Anderson of Warren, OH, Eric Hagman of Pittsburgh, Keith Hagman of FL and Kurt Hagman of OR.; her special caregiver Joyce Anne Nelson; one brother-in-law, Harold Hagman of Kane and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one brother James Nelson Sr., one sister Inez Anderson and a great-niece, Rachel Anderson.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Burial will be in the Wilcox Cemetery.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of services.
Leanne J. Holt, 60, of Pennsylvania Ave. in Kane, PA passed away Saturday (April 22) at the Cleveland Clinic.
She was born Oct. 13, 1962 in Kane, the daughter of the late William and Shirley (Peterson) Wilson. On Sept. 18, 1982, she married Tim Holt, who survives.
Leanne had worked in the office at Kane Screen before quitting to begin raising a family. She later worked as the cashier at the school cafeteria and also as a pharmacy tech at St. Marys Pharmacy. She also spent a great deal of her time as a caregiver.
She was a member of Tabor Evangelical Lutheran Church. Most of all, Leanne was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by those she left behind.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Matthew (Candace) Holt of Huntington, MD and Zachary (Ashlee) Holt of Warren; one brother, Roger (Lisa) Wilson of Kane; two granddaughters, Sadie and Emerson Holt; one grandson William Holt and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation on Wednesday (April 26) from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home. A funeral service will be conducted on Thursday (April 27) at 11:00 a.m. at Tabor Evangelical Lutheran Church, with the Rev. David Pflieger officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Tabor Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Tabor Lutheran Church, 200 Dawson St. Kane, PA 16735 or the Kane V.F.D. 50 Poplar St. Kane, PA 16735.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
Zora M. Wysocki, a former resident of Portville, passed away Sunday (April 23, 2023) at the Pines Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Olean, where she had been residing.
Born April 21, 1925, in Wichita Kan., she was the daughter of the late Hiram and Lelia Miller Wakefield. On Sept. 16, 1944, in Cuba, she married Adam M. Wysocki, who predeceased her Dec. 24, 1977.
Zora was a graduate of Cuba Central School. She had worked for many years for ACME Electric in Allegany and later in Cuba.
She was a Ceres United Methodist Church member and enjoyed reading, gardening, playing cards and doing word search puzzles. Most of all, she was a devoted mom and loved spending time with her children and family.
She is survived by five children, Margaret (Richard) Mix of Oviedo, Fla., Janet (John) Rees of Shinglehouse, Pa., Martin (Kathy) Wysocki of Portville, Sandra Peterson of Ceres, Pa. and Eileen (Carl) Burd Jr. of Baldwinsville; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Zora was predeceased by her four brothers and five sisters.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday (April 27, 2023) at the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 51 S. Main St., Portville and again from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday (April 28, 2023). Funeral services will begin at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Rev. Preston Hutchins Jr., of Shinglehouse Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Cuba.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the American Cancer Society, https://donate.cancer.org/; or to the American Diabetes Association, https://www.diabetes.org/.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.
Louis C. Facchine, 88, formerly of Maurus Street, St. Marys, PA passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk.
He was born on September 22, 1934 in Caledonia, PA, a son of the late Alphonse and Elizabeth Buraffalo Facchine.
On August 16, 1958, at Queen of the World Church, he married the late Ann Kronenwetter Facchine, who preceded him in death on April 17, 2017. Together they were blessed with more than 58 years of love, laughter, and happiness.
Louie was a graduate of Jay Township High School, class of 1952. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1957-1963 with active duty from 1961-1962 at Fort Bragg, NC during the Berlin Crisis. He retired from Keystone Carbon Company after more than 44 years of service. He was a member of the Bennetts Valley American Legion and several of the local sportsmens clubs. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting. Louie will be fondly remembered for his sunny disposition, his smile that lit up a room, and an endless supply of charm. He was an amazing and generous husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, often gifting them a $20 bill so they could enjoy a treat.
He is survived by three daughters; Karen (Allen) Floravit of St. Marys, Jean (LeRoy) Smith of Kersey and Susan (Russ) Heiberger of Ridgway; by six grandchildren, Jessica (Joe) Schaut, Amy (Frank) Beimel, Casey (Jay Papuga) Smith, Nicole Smith, Gregg Brunner and Renee Brunner, as well as by five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister; Vera Hetrick of Byrnedale as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and his wife, Louis was preceded in death by his grandson; Tim Floravit, by a sister; Esther Longo, and by a brother; Leonard Facchine.
Funeral Services for Louis C. Facchine will be held on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 11:00 AM at First United Methodist Church, 140 N. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA 15857. Military Honors will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Pinecrest Manor Activities Fund.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
