Marsha OSTRANDER, 67, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Shinglehouse, Ulysses, and Bradford, died Thursday, January 12, 2023 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Richard L. HRIBAR, 83, of Coudersport, PA, died Thursday, December 29, 2022.
Friends may call at Coudersport Alliance Church, 7 Alliance Ave., Coudersport on Saturday, January 14, 2023 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service following at 11:00 AM. Rev. Josh Dean will officiate. Memorials may be made to God’s Country Chapter Trout Unlimited (memo line—Project Healing Waters), P.O. Box 72, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Lucille (Shumway) Bailey, 101 of Wellsboro, passed away Wednesday January 11, 2023 at UPMC Soldiers and Sailors in Wellsboro. She was born May 23, 1921 at home in Wellsboro, to Ross and Fannie (Bellinger) Shumway. She graduated from Wellsboro High School in 1939, and the Arnot Ogden School of Nursing in 1942. Lucille worked for more than forty years as an RN at Soldiers and Sailors Hospital in Wellsboro, many of them as the nursing supervisor. Lucille was a lifelong resident of Wellsboro and had a love of animals that was unsurpassed, she would take in any stray that needed her. She was an avid reader and thoroughly enjoyed her cats.
Lucille is survived by her son: James (Agnes) Bailey of Wellsboro; a daughter: Judy (Gordon) Jones of Canton, MI; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a niece: Barb (Ron) Weller of Wellsboro; a nephew: Tom (Cindy) Davies, Jr. of Washington; and her faithful cats: Hobo, Big Eyes, and Fuzzy. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother: Waldo Shumway, and a sister: Dorothy Davies.
Her family has entrusted her arrangements to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901, and in accordance with her wishes there will be no funeral. She will be interred in the Wellsboro Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in her memory are encouraged to remember the Second Chance Animal Sanctuary 725 Gee Rd, Tioga, PA 16946. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Duane A. Doan, age 88, of Knoxville, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at UPMC Wellsboro.
Born April 11, 1934 in Knoxville, he was the son and only child of the late Paul and Aletha (Daniels) Doan. He married Betty Ann (Kemp) on April 30, 1953. They spent almost 60 years together until her passing on April 15, 2013.
Duane worked as a mechanic for many years for Frank Chevrolet in Elkland, and then he and Orman Surina bought the business and were co-owners of D & S Chevrolet for many years until they retired. Duane was a Pennsylvania Deputy Game Warden for over 30 years. He had many interests throughout his life, such as, an avid Amateur Radio operator, and working with electronics. He loved fixing any kind of electronics, and still did up until he was too ill to do it.
In his younger days he loved fishing (especially fly fishing), boating and tent camping; in his later years, he loved baking sugar cookies and giving them to everyone, and he also had a love for his pets. Most importantly he loved spending time with family.
He is survived by his daughters, Kathy (Randy) Morgan of Elkland, Linda (Doug) Skinner of Westfield, Wendy (Mike) Kimble of Elkland and Jodie (Jason) Dibble of Knoxville; nephew, Marty (Lisa) Kemp of Salisbury, PA (Duane & Betty helped raise Marty in his younger years); his grandchildren, Ryan (April) Morgan of Elkland, Kelly (Ben) Walker of Kentucky, Dan (Brandi) Skinner of Montana, Leah (Shane) Fuller of Middlebury Center, Christopher (Laura) Kimble of Arizona, John (Katie) Kimble of New Jersey, Logan Dibble of Knoxville and Avery Ann Dibble of Knoxville; 15 great grandchildren; cousin, Elva (Dave) Owlett of Almond, NY; nieces, nephews, many cousins and his close friend Roberta Hackett of Nelson.
A memorial service will be held at the Osceola Presbyterian Church, Osceola, PA on Monday, January 16, 2023 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Kermit Shrawder officiating.
Memorial donations may be made in Duane’s honor to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Thomas R. Snow, 81, of Clarendon, PA, died on January 10, 2023, in his home after an extended illness.
He was born October 28, 1941, in Warren, OH., to the late Maynard and Florence Janes Snow. Tom has resided in Warren since 1962 and was formerly of Kinzua, PA.
He was a 1959 graduate of Warren High School and had served with the U.S. Army as a Specialist 4 from 1959 until 1962. He was employed as a machine operator with the former National Forge Company for 38 years, retiring in June, 2000. He was also employed part time with TWAC as a bus driver. He was a member of the Warren American Legion Post 135, and the Warren Eagles Aerie. Tom was an avid hunter, hiker, enjoyed snow shoeing, cross country skiing and riding bicycles.
He is survived by 2 sons, Michael Snow, wife, Petra of Port Orchard, WA., Mark Snow and girlfriend Trista Wilcox of Warren, PA; and 6 Grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy “Dottie” Hoover Snow whom he married October 24, 1964 at St. Callistus R.C. Church, Kane, PA., who died June 12, 2017.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Trista Wilcox for her loving care, and support she provided to Tom in his final days.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, PA on Saturday, January 14, 2023, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 am in the funeral home with the Rev. Jeffrey Ewing, officiating. Interment will be in Warren County Memorial Park at a later date.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm Street, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
James T. Kelly, known as “Mr. Kelly”, 82, of St. Marys, PA left the constriction of blindness after a short illness on Monday, January 9,2023.
He was born on September 29,1940, in Bellaire, OH, a son of the late Albert and Ruth Thompson Kelly.
Mr. Kelly was the last of his surviving family. He spent his youth in Ridgway and later in life spent his time in St. Marys. Local residence may remember him stopping their vehicle in the area of the St. Marys diamond as Mr. Kelly would fearlessly walk to his destinations before completely losing his sight. He was able to maintain an independent living situation with the assistance of numerous service providers, all of whom will miss his dry wit and intelligence.
Mr. Kelly was well-traveled as a young man, having accompanied his mother to Europe on 15 occasions. This instilled in him a lifelong love of geographic trivia. He was also fond of using simple math equations to engage his listeners in conversation. He will be sorely missed as he transitions to a place where loud noises, animals, and children will no longer be offensive to his heightened sensitivities.
Funeral Services for James T. Kelly will be celebrated on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853.
Visitation will be held at Krise Funeral Home on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of services.
Burial will follow at Thayer Cemetery.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Savilla Ann “Sally” Scott, 87, of 11 Cole Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, at her residence.
Born on July 27, 1935, in Titusville, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Katherine (Bretherton) Myers.
On November 27, 1952, in Bradford, she married Adrian “Scotty” Scott, who passed away October 9, 2001.
Sally worked in the repair department at Zippo for 37 years. She was the oldest member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 212 and member of the Bradford American Legion Post 108.
Surviving are three daughters, Cathy S. Dunn, of, Braford, Sherrie L. Germano, of Ischua, NY, and Natalie M. Goff, of Bradford, eight grandchildren, several great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by parents, husband of 48 years, one son, Jack Scott, who passed away in 2007, and two sisters, Nancy Mckune and Judith Wymer.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Sally’s Life on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 2:00 PM, at the VFW, Post 212 in Bradford.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Post 212, Friendship Table, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Barbara K. Ness, 88, of Smethport, PA passed away Sunday (January 8, 2023) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.
She was born May 18, 1934 in Charleroi, PA, the daughter of Frank Kaziska and Virginia Zeli Kaziska. On August 16, 1952, in St. Gabriel’s Church, Port Allegany, PA, she married Daniel N. Ness, who died March 22, 2005.
Mrs. Ness was a graduate of Port Allegany High School and attended Lock Haven Teachers College. Barb worked at Corning Glass of Bradford.
Barb was a longtime member of the Smethport Senior Center. She served as President of The Elderberries from 2007 to 2016. Under Barb’s presidency, the center obtained a grant to renovate the facility to make it handicapped accessible, renovate the restrooms, kitchen, add a new addition, and update the heating system with an energy efficient boiler. In 2011, the Senior Center was the designated official meeting site for the Smethport Chamber of Commerce and was presented with a plaque by the Chamber recognizing the center volunteers for their outstanding service to the community as the Community Service Organization of the Year.
Barb enjoyed reading, travel, spending time with family/friends and playing cards/board games. Those of us who played cards and board game with Barb knew to keep an eye on her because she had a way of bending the rules in her favor. During the fall, Barb enjoyed cheering on her beloved Pittsburgh Steelers.
She is survived by:
Two daughters: JoAnn (David) Tanner of Port Allegany and Lois (Joseph) Kinney of Vine Grove, KY
Two sons: Daniel Ness, II and Stephen (Tiffany) Ness, both of Smethport
Grandchildren: Tony (Erin) Tanner of Port Allegany, Nathan Tanner of Port Allegany, Kathrine (Michael) Vinson of Jacksonville, AR, Sarah Lawson of Johnstown, OH, Nicole (Andrew) Burritt of Bradford, Samantha (Tony) Harris of Shinglehouse, Stephen Ness, II of Phoenix, AZ, and Madison Conn of Smethport
Great grandchildren: Victoria, Alyssa and Arlen Tanner, Alanna and Madeline Vinson, Omerie Lawson, Waylon and Marina Burritt and Sawyer Harris
One brother: Joseph (Jane) Kaziska of Port Allegany
And many nieces and nephews
In addition to her parents and husband, Barb was preceded in death by a daughter, Jane Winn on June 8, 2022, three sisters, Gloria Tauscher, Patricia O’Toole and May Amell, and two brothers, Ralph and Floyd Kaziska.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 16, 2023, from 9-11 AM, from the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 2 Bank St., Smethport, where funeral services will be held at 11 AM with the Rev. Thomas Brown, officiating. Committal will be in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Smethport.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Smethport Senior Center. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
The family of Bob Denlinger wish to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone for the cards, flowers and food. Your prayers, calls and visits were greatly appreciated.
Your support during this difficult time was a great comfort to all of the family and will always be remembered.
Bonnie, Vicki, Brian, Kristin & Family
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend
William Devella Dexter, 85, of Lawrenceville, PA, died Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in the Grand Strand Memorial Hospital, Myrtle Beach, SC.
Born August 5, 1937, in the Blossburg Hopsital, PA, he was the 4th son and 8th child of Fred and Mabel Luella Hart Dexter. Just out of high school he and his brother Allen played guitars and sang at roller rinks and other public places.
He was employed with Corning Glass Works for 37 years where he was a skilled tradesman also known as a platinum smith. He retired when he was 55 and enjoyed life until he passed. He either played or listened to bluegrass or classis country music most of the day.
In the late 60’Star and early 70’s, he, his sister, Ruth, her husband, Bill, and others formed a bluegrass country band called The Country Travelers and played at town old home days, jamborees, several bars including the Moose Lodge in Elkand, PA, a Saturday radio show on WFRM in Coudersport, PA for a couple years and a couple times on TV on George Varney’s Music show.
He was a lifetime member with the Moose Lodge.
He came from a family of 8 sisters and 4 brothers. Surviving him is his 4th brother, Clifton (Helen) Dexter of Westfield PA, and his 5th sister, Dorothy Bruce of Wellsboro PA, his very close friend Jeannie Hager of Lawrenceville PA, daughter Vivian (Terry) Martin of Myrtle Beach SC, and their 2 sons, Sean and Ethan. 10 other siblings who passed before him are, Norris (Sara) Dexter, Evelyn (Jack) Johnston, Lola (Joe) Shabloski, Marietta (Fred) Coupe, Jim (Pat) Dexter, Doris (John) Young, Allen (Lucy) Dexter, Ruth (Bill) Schweigart, Sandra Dexter, Linda Dexter and his granddaughter, Rachel Martin.
He is cremated and will be buried in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens.
A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at The Ven-You, 174 Water Tower Road, Lawrenceville, PA 16929, on Saturday, July 22nd from 2pm-5pm. Everyone is invited! Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Please come and share your memories with other friends and our family!
Edward M. SEEKINS, 78, of Belmont, NY, formerly of Wellsville, died Thursday, December 21, 2022 in Jones Memorial Hospital.
Services will be private.
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.
On Friday, January 6, 2023 at 10:15 PM surrounded by family, our precious husband and dad, Eugene N. “Gene” MILLER, ran into heaven.
Friends may call Thursday, January 12, 2023 from 1:00 – 3:00 and 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Yorks Corners Mennonite Church, 3350 County Road 29, Wellsville, NY, where Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 1:00 PM. Co-pastor Matt Havens will officiate. Burial will be in Yorks Corners Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Penn-York Camp, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948 or Yorks Corners Mennonite Church, 3350 County Road 29, 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.olneyfoust.com.
Mark R. Wachob, 83, of Wilcox, died on Monday, January 9, 2023, at Jefferson Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
He was born on July 13, 1939, Henderson Twp, a son of the late Mark and Elva Reed Wachob.
On October 20, 1962, he married Peggy Pifer who survives.
Mark was a member of Nazareth Lutheran Church in Wilcox and a graduate of Sykesville – Henderson High School. After graduating from high school, Mark joined the U.S Army serving from 1960 to 1963. He worked at Sylvania and retired after 37 years of service. He loved to hunt rabbits with his dog and was member of the Rolfe Beagle Club. Mark spent his free time hunting, fishing, and woodworking.
In addition to his loving wife of 60 years, he is survived by 4 daughters; Janet Gay and her husband W.R of Richmond, VA, Monica Martin and her husband Sheldon of Stowe, PA, Dorrie Wachob and her boyfriend Dan Wonderling of Johnsonburg, and Courtney Fleming and her husband Scott of St. Marys, 8 grandchildren; Kirk, and Anthony Martin, Nathaniel and Mason Krise, Emma Gay, Reed and Ruby Fleming, and 2 great-grandchildren, Booker and Peyton Martin. He is also survived by 5 brothers; Dorsey (Katherine) Wachob of Punxsutawney, Melvin (Donna) Wachob of Reynoldsville, Earl (Linda) Wachob of Ridgway, Boyd Wachob of Reynoldsville and Paul Wachob of Reynoldsville, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Nora Beck.
A Memorial Service for Mark R. Wachob will be celebrated on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 11:00AM at the Nazareth Lutheran Church, 252 Kane Street, Wilcox PA 15870.
Memorial contributions can be made to Wilcox Volunteer Fire Department, P.O Box 117, Wilcox PA 15870.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Randon L. Moore, 59, of Walnut St. in Kane, passed away Sunday (Jan. 8) at his residence. He was born on April 23, 1963 in Brookville, the son of Naomi “Jean” (Allshouse) Moore and the late Norris Moore. On July 18, 2009, he married Vernie Gadley, who survives.
Mr. Moore had been a self employed logger earlier in his life and then worked for several local lumber companies until his health forced his retirement.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by one daughter, Jennifer Moore of Kane; one son, Daniel (Jenya) Moore of Strattanville; two nephews, Joshua (Ashlie) Moore of Kane and Patrick Moore of Pittsburgh; one niece, Christina Moore of Pittsburgh; two granddaughters, Anyssa and Ava Feronti; and four stepsons, Ed Gadley, TJ Feronti, Dustin Feronti and Gage Feronti. He is preceded in death by his father Norris Moore, Sr. and his brother Norris “Tink” Moore, Jr.
Friends are invited to a visitation, which will take place at the Cummings Funeral Home on Friday (Jan. 13) from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh..com.
Toni Jeanne (Holmes) Bean, 69, of Welsh St. in Kane, passed away Sunday (Jan. 8) at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born on Oct. 6, 1953 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Gerald and Olive (Wendleburg) Holmes.
Mrs. Bean worked as a certified nursing assistant at the Lutheran Home at Kane for over 22 years. She will be sadly missed by her family.
She is survived by one daughter, Lisa Holmes of Kane; one two sons, Kenneth and Justin Holmes, both of Kane; four brothers, Kenneth Holmes of Kane, Scott Holmes of Texas, Francis Holmes of Warren and Richard Holmes of Warren and sister in-law Paula Holmes.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister Gerry Lynn Holmes.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service, which will take place at the Cummings Funeral Home on Monday (Jan. 16) at 11:00 a.m., with the Rev. Calvin Cook officiating. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
Terry Lupole, 60, of Park Ave. in Kane, passed away Friday (Jan. 6) at UPMC-Hamot. He was born on April 26, 1962 in Kane, the son of Bevery (Taylor) Lupole and the late Robert Lupole. On Sep 22, 2001 in Kane he married Betsy Edinger, who survives.
Terry served in the US Army for five years. He then worked at Kane Magnetics and then Temple-Inland. He was a past member of the Kane Elks Lodge #329 and a current member of the Kane VFW Lodge 1132.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Kayla Lupole of Kane; one grandson, Dallas Lupole of Kane and three brothers, Allen Lupole, Bob Lupole and Scott (Sheila) Lupole all of Kane.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday (Jan. 14) at 11:00 a.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home, with the Rev. Cam Mealy officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to the Kane VFW, 95 Wetmore Ave. Kane, PA 16735.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.
Amy R. Hoffman, 34, of Edinboro, PA, formerly of Port Allegany, passed away unexpectedly Saturday (Jan. 7, 2023) in Edinboro, PA.
Born December 20, 1988, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Ralph E. and Carol Lute Hoffman.
She was a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 2007, and Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL, with a BS in Journalism.
Amy was a customer service representative for Disabled Veterans Solutions of Erie, PA.
She was an avid reader & writer of short stories. She enjoyed music, cooking, and traveling to places like Los Angeles, CA or New York City, NY, but most of all she loved her nieces and nephews.
She was a strong willed, brave, sophisticated, and intelligent person who will be missed by many.
Surviving in addition to her father, Ralph Hoffman of Port Allegany, are two brothers, Ralph E. (Rebecca) Hoffman, Jr. of North Augusta, SC, Dustin A. (Olivia) Hoffman of Ulysses, PA; six sisters, Brianna L. (Anthony Hatzell) Hoffman of Portville, NY, Sarna R. (Anthony) Wiley of Port Allegany, Angela M. (Nathan) Kio of Fairview, PA, Barbara A. (Thomas Bennett) Hoffman of Roulette, Michelle E. (Camron) Haggard of Gulfport, MS, and Rebeccah J. (Travis) Mix of Port Allegany.
She was preceded in death by her mother Carol Hoffman.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials can be made to: Make A Wish Foundation, 100 Sylvan Pkwy., Buffalo, NY. 14228
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to: Angela Kio, 7225 Willow Way, Fairview, PA 164
Janice M. Rennells, 72, of Baxter Rd., passed away Sunday (Jan. 8, 2023) in her home, surrounded by her family.
Born January 7, 1951, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Richard S. and Wilma A. Carlson Klein. On Oct. 23, 1970, in Port Allegany, she married Herman “Curly” Rennells, who died June 14, 2021. They were married 50 years.
Jan worked as a waitress for the former Elliott’s Bakery, former Kupper’s Kitchen, and a school aide with Port Allegany School District, but most recently in quality control with the Pittsburgh Corning Co., Port Allegany, before her retirement.
She loved animals especially “Bubbie” her beloved chimpanzee. She raised Bernese mountain dogs and a variety of exotic animals. Janice was known for her flowers and well-groomed farm, where she spent much of life, with her husband “Curly”.
Surviving is a daughter, Karmella K. Rennells of Eldred; three grand-children: Levi Mahon, Rikki Rennells, Janice Bair; and three great-grandchildren: Alaina, Olivia, and Lila Kay.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband “Curly”, a son, Joseph R. Rennells, and a grandson, Wade Kio.
A private celebration of life will be held Sunday (Jan. 15, 2023) at the family farm, with Rev. James Kazimer, officiating. Burial will be in the Rennells Family Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to: Karmella Rennells, Main St. Eldred, PA 16731
John Sidney Pearsall, 91, of Rochester, formerly of Shinglehouse, Pa., passed away in his home on Saturday, January 7, 2023.
Born on Saturday, March 7, 1931, in Olean, he was a son of John S. Sr. and Sarah Woodard Pearsall.
John was a graduate of Shinglehouse High School. He was a US Navy veteran having served during the Korean War.
John graduated from Alfred University and received two Masters degrees from Columbia University.
He worked as a system analyst for National Biscuit Company (Nabisco), Chase Manhattan Bank, and the Rochester Public Library, retiring in January of 1981.
He was a former member of the Shinglehouse United Methodist Church and a former member of Sharon Lodge #598 F. & A.M. in Shinglehouse. John volunteered for over 30 years at the Strong National Museum of Play and the Rochester Civic Garden Center.. He served on the board of the Friends of Mt. Hope Cemetery in Rochester for over 30 years. He enjoyed travel and visited most of the United States, nearly all the countries of Europe, several countries in the Far East, North Africa, Mexico, and South America.
Surviving are several close and caring friends.
In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by a brother, James H. Pearsall; and his partner, Edward P. Rosenberg.
Private funeral services will be held in the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home in Shinglehouse, Pa., with Pastor Clint Pearsall of the First Baptist Church, Shinglehouse, officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Friends of Mt. Hope Cemetery, PO Box 18713, Rochester, NY 14618-0713 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
John entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, Pa.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of John, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Migonette A. “Midge” Houghtaling, 67, of Coudersport, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, January 8, 2023 at UPMC – Cole. She was born on May 16, 1955 in Saint Marys, the daughter of the late Frederick “Boots” and Loretta (Hixon) Forsythe. Midge married Timothy E. Houghtaling on December 29, 1990 and recently celebrated their 32 wedding anniversary.
Midge was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1973. She worked many years for Adelphia and worked as a paralegal for many attorneys in the Coudersport area.
Midge was a faithful member of the Gospel Tabernacle, Coudersport. She was a gifted artist, loved doing arts and crafts, and was a talented writer. She had written many articles and songs and also enjoyed playing guitar and singing. Midge also loved to bake. She used her baking skills at Jack’s Bakery, the Gospel Tabernacles Conventions, and for family and friends in the area.
In addition to her husband Tim, Midge is survived by six sons, Ray (Jamie Fetzer) Morales of Coudersport; Ken (Beth) Morales of Winter Garden, FL; Mark Morales of Davidson, MI; Chris Houghtaling of Roulette; Justin (Elena) Houghtaling of Springfield, IL; Travis (Brenda) Houghtaling of Detroit, MI; a daughter, Shana (Corey) Jean of Montgomery; 14 grandchildren, Jeri, Keelin, Mikayla, Wyatt, Xander, Kloie, Keyaira, Emera, Ayrelle, Laconic, Bryson, Emmy, Temperance, Averyania, and 2 great grandchildren, Desmond and Ana Marie. In addition to her parents, Midge was preceded in death by a brother, Fredrick Forsythe and two sisters, Rose Mae Whitt and Gloria Jean Forsythe.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects Thursday, January 12, 2023 from 12 to 1pm at the Gospel Tabernacle, 420 US Route 6 West, Coudersport. A funeral service will immediately follow with Pastor John Minor, officiating.
The family suggest memorial contributions in Midge’s name be made to the Gospel Tabernacle.
The family has entrusted Midge’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home 210 N. East Street Coudersport, PA 16915. To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Dennis L. “Snuffy” YOUNG, 67, of Belmont, NY, died Sunday, January 8, 2023 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Born May 1, 1955, in Wellsville, he was the son of Leon and Helen Howden Young. On July 13, 1974, in Belmont, he married Kristine S. Perkins, who survives. A graduate of Belmont High School, he attended BOCES for welding and became a certified welder. He was employed by Wayne Feeds in Belmont, Nicholas Bucci as a contractor at Friendship Dairies, Air Preheater as a welder, and A.L. Blades for 27 years as a heavy equipment operator. Dennis was a life member of the Belmont Fire Company, where he held many positions. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding motorcycle, and demolition derby where he was a past winner at the Allegany County Fair. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Surviving besides his wife, Kristine, are: his mother, Helen; a daughter, Stacy (Bryan) Schmidt of Belmont; a son, Dane (Erika) Young of Caledonia; seven grandchildren, Kohl Kozlowski, Kaylee Kozlowski, Whitney Young, Sierra Quinlan, Breanna Yanni, Maximilian Wilson, and Mia Wilson; two great-grandchildren, Giovanni Yanni and Rory Quinlan; a brother, Randy (Carrie) Young of Arizona; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father; a brother, Michael “Kevin” Young; and his grandfather who he was close with, Forrest Young. A graveside service will be held on 1:00 PM, Monday, January 16, 2023 at Forest Hills Cemetery, Belmont. Rev. Dr. Stephen Crowell will officiate.
A luncheon will follow at Off Duty in Belmont. Memorials may be made to Amity Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 62, Belmont, NY 14813 or to Connect Life at http://www.connectlife.org/make-a-financial-contribution. 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.
Judy A. Hewitt, 74, of Bradford, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Bradford Manor.
Born March 23, 1948, in Olean NY, she was a daughter of the late Cecil Howard Morris Sr., and Betty Marie (Stevens) Morris.
Judy was a homemaker.
Surviving is one daughter, Connie Sauve, of Enola, one son, Mark (Candy) Williams, of Magnolia DE, 3 grandchildren, Wesley Williams, Harlee Williams, and Derec Sauve, two brothers, Tom (Debra) Morris, of Bradford, and Cecil “Corky” Morris, of Eldred, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Donald E. Morris, Larry Joe Morris, and Robert Dean Morris, and one sister, Barbara K. Morris.
At the family’s request there will be no public services.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, or the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Judith A. HANES, 84, of Mills, PA, formerly of Falls Village and Southport, CT, died Friday, January 6, 2023 in UPMC Williamsport, Williamsport, PA.
A graveside service for Judy and Joe will be held this summer in Parker Hill Cemetery, Sunderlinville on a date and time to be announced. Memorials may be made to Ulysses Library, P.O. Box 316, Ulysses, PA 16948. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Patricia A. “Pat” Lookenhouse, 69, of Russell, PA, passed away on Sunday January 8, 2023, in the John and Orpha Blair Hospice House, after a brief illness.
She was born in Warren, PA on December 5, 1953, the daughter of the late Larry M. and Joan Brinkley Owen. Pat was a graduate of Warren High School. She worked for Blair for 43 years, retiring in 2014. On December 20th, 1969, she married the love of her life, Ronald Lookenhouse, and they celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary last December.
Pat loved her family, her sons, and her grandchildren. She loved to attend their sport’s programs and was their most loyal supporter. Pat was very active in 4-H programs when her sons were growing up. She enjoyed going shopping, going to the casino, and enjoyed bingo with her sister and best friend. She also enjoyed reading anything Stephen King.
In addition to her husband, Ronald, she is survived by her two sons Randy Lookenhouse and wife Rhonda and Jesse Lookenhouse and wife Jessica, all of Russell, Pa; grandchildren Ashley Lookenhouse and husband Jeff, of Portland, Oregon, Wyatt and Tanner Lookenhouse of Russell, Pa; one sister Diana Hoffner and husband Bob of Warren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A celebration of Pat’s life will be held on Saturday January 14th, 2023, at 11:00 am in the Wiltsie Community Church, 2981 Swede Hill Rd. Russell, PA 16345, with the Rev. Todd Venman, pastor, officiating. A luncheon will follow the service in the church. Burial will be in Swede Hill Cemetery at a later date. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave. Warren, PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Richard C. Gustin “Celebration of Life slated”
ROULETTE, Pa.—Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation for Richard C. “Dick” Gustin, 86, of Roulette, from 12 noon to 1pm on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the Riverside United Methodist Church, 39 River Street, Roulette, where a Celebration of Life will follow at 1pm with Pastor Matt Howe, officiating, Burial will be in Sartwell Creek Cemetery.
Members of the Potter County Honor Guard will accord military honors on Saturday at the church.
Dick passed away on December 22, 2022.
Dick’s family has entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
William F. Bartges, 88, of Laurel Lane, Kersey, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 at the home of his daughter, surrounded by his family. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Jolene R. Wolfe, 58, of Wilcox, PA, passed away at her home on Friday, January 6, 2023, following a short illness.
She was born on January 9, 1964 in DuBois, PA, a daughter of the James L. Amitrone and Virginia “Rita” Tamburlin Amitrone, who survives of Brockway.
On March 24, 1984, at Johnsonburg PA, she married the late David A. Wolfe, who preceded her in death on December 30, 2016.
Jolene was a 1982 graduate of Brockway High School and then earned her LPN degree, working over the years at DuBois Hospital, Elk County General Hospital, and Kane Lutheran Home. She retired in 2011 as the Health and Safety Administrator for Owens-Illinois in Brockway. An avid gardener, Jolene loved spending time outdoors, visiting the coast of Maine, being active, and hiking. She was a talented weaver, often creating beautiful textiles on her loom. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by 2 daughters; Kara Bauer and her husband Devin of St. Marys and Kala Wolfe of Seattle, WA; by two grandchildren; Lyla and David, and by her companion; Lance Hasney of Wilcox.
She is also survived by three siblings; Teresa (John) O’Herron, Deborah (Kevin) Wain, and James (Sherry) Amitrone, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services for Jolene R. Wolfe will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 12:00 PM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Behcet’s Disease Association.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Barbara K. Ness, 88, of Smethport, passed away Sunday (January 8, 2023) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced in a full obituary by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Roberta J. “Bobbe” Blessel, 74, of 40 West Fifth Street, Emporium, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her brothers, sister and sister-in-laws at Penn Highlands Elk, St. Marys, PA on Saturday morning (January 7, 2023) following a brief illness.
She was born September 30, 1948 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of
the late John and Norma Stewart Gore. On April 18, 1970 in Warren, PA. she married the late Melvin Blessel who died May 14, 2000.
Bobbe graduated from Cameron County High School in 1966 Upon graduation she worked in the office at Sylvania in Emporium than in the office complex at Speer Carbon in St. Mary’s
She and husband Mel moved to Kansas where she worked in the banking business where they purchased a tavern. After selling the tavern they returned to Emporium and opened up a women and children’s store. Having a passion for resale shops she opened up her own which grew into performing estate appraisals for area banks. Eventually she went into the furniture business with her husband, maintaining two stores one in Emporium and another in St. Mary’s. She was an avid bowler for many years. Upon retirement she pursued her lifelong passion of crafting and selling her wares at numerous festivals while spending time with her beloved pet pug “Dudley.” Bobbe always had a smile for everyone she saw and her door was always open for a friendly chat with all her dear friends at the Maple Street apartments.
She is survived by one son Paul Blessel, her two brothers, Terry (Mary) Gore, Ned (Irene) Gore of St. Mary’s and one sister Susan Hoy of Cameron, grandchildren and great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband and two brother-in-laws, Donal Hoy and Kenneth Blessel.
Memorial Contributions can be made to Cameron County Ambulance 299 E 2nd St, Emporium, PA, or the Cameron County SPCA P.O. Box 132, Emporium, PA
There will be No Visitation. Services will be at the convenience of the family in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.
