Obituaries

Marguerite “Marge” Joan Chambers, age 96, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at home surrounded by family. She was born in Philadelphia, PA, to Thomas Peter Norton and Louise C. (Grieger) Norton.

Marguerite devoted her life to her family. She is the proud mother of two daughters, four grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Her loving husband of 74 years Robert William Chambers passed away in April. She had remained close with her cousins and the neighbors she had befriended over the years. Every holiday was an event and special occasions like anniversaries and birthdays were celebrated lavishly. Everyone who knew her, loved her for her warm personality and contagious sense of humor. She was frequently referred to as the mother everyone wanted to have. She was lovingly referred to by those who knew her best as “Sas” the nickname given to her by her first grandchild Michael.

Marguerite was a devoted Catholic and a member of the St. Peters Catholic Church of Wellsboro.

Judith L. JONSSON, 90, of Wellsville, NY, formerly of Jacksonville Beach, FL, died Saturday, December 16, 2023 in Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Wellsville.  

Born April 27, 1933, in Palatka, FL, she was the daughter of Montfort and H. Louise Furby Calvit.  A graduate of Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, FL, she was employed as a nurse’s aide at Beaches Hospital in Jacksonville Beach, FL.  Judy was a member of Hallsport Christian Church. 

Roderick G. “Rod” KINLEY, of Coudersport, PA, died peacefully on Thursday, December 14, 2023, with his loving and devoted wife of more than 70 years, Faye, by his side.  Recently, Rod had expressed that when the time comes, “I wish only that it just be myself alone with my darling Faye.”  

At 91 years of age, Rod frequently pointed out with pride that, “I am the oldest any one of my family has ever made it to.”  Born November 13, 1932, in York, as the eldest child to Edgar C. and Mildred E. Tracey Kinley.  Rod was joined a few years later by a brother, Terry Kinley, followed by a sister, Prudence Kinley Ruth.  Rod often recounted fond memories of his childhood: farming (falling off a wagon and breaking an arm), playing army by digging holes in the yard with Terry, hunting rabbits, pheasants, and crows, fishing, and contemplating anything that he could create to avoid attending school.  Notorious for a recalcitrant attitude, Rod always did what he wanted to do.  

James A. “Jim” Moore, 87, of Bradford, PA passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at UPMC Cole, Coudersport.

He was born on July 29, 1936 in San Jose, CA, the son of the late Rosalyn “Rose” Bushine Moore.

He attended Willow Glen High School, Willow Glen, CA and Bethany University, Scotts Valley, CA; where he studied Pastoral Theology.

On August 24, 2012 in the Abundant Assembly of God Church he married Erma J. “Jan” Yeagley who survives.

He was employed by General Motors, Lockport, NY for thirty years, retiring in 1999.  He also pastored the former McCrae Brook Wesleyan Methodist Church from 1969 until 1974.

He was a U.S. Army veteran who served from April 1956 until his honorable discharge in April 1959.

Linda L. (Garner) Graver, age 76, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. 

She was born on June 17, 1947 in Lancaster, PA a daughter of the late Clyde and Martha (Landis) Garner and stepdaughter of the late Charles A. Hess.  Linda was married to H. Stanley “Stan” Graver for 59 years and had worked in the Wellsboro area for over 35 years as a real estate agent and appraiser. 

She enjoyed reading, working in her flower gardens, vacationing at the beach and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 

Deacon Daniel P. Reilly, 70, of Roulette, PA, passed away Thursday (December 14, 2023) at his home.

He was born November 4, 1953 in Staten Island, NY, the son of John and Margaret (Chorman) Reilly. On March 26 1971, in Staten Island, NY, he married Frances E. Lackmann, who survives.

Dcn. Reilly was a 1971 graduate of the Susan Wagner High School. He graduated from the City University of New York, Staten Island and received a master’s degree in education from Gannon University. 

Dcn. Reilly worked for AT&T for 25 years and was a dispatcher for Potter County Emergency Services. He was an EMT and Firefighter for the Roulette Fire Department.  

He was a member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church of Smethport and was the Deacon Assistant at the Parish. 

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons: Nathaniel P. (Jan) Reilly of LaGrange Park, IL, Benjamin T. (Elizabeth) Reilly of Nags Head, NC, and Tashyme (Tarika) Reilly of Queens, NY. Eight Grandchildren: Noah Langdon, Fionn, Nicholas, Matthew, Declan, Benjamin, Jamir, and Travaun Reilly. Three brothers; John and Patrick Reilly, both living in AZ, and James (Karen) Reilly of West Chester, NY

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Dennis and Raymond Reilly. 

Visitation will be held in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church, Smethport on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023 at 11:00 am in St Elizabeth of Hungary Church, Smethport, with The Most Reverend Lawrence T. Perico, Bishop of Erie, as celebrant. Burial will be in the St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Smethport. 

Memorials may be made to the Roulette Ambulance.  Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.  

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.

Clifford J. Pfoutz, 85, of 631 Virginia Road, St. Marys, PA passed away surrounded by his family, Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk.

He was born December 16, 1937 in St. Joseph’s Convent, St. Marys, son of the late Maynard and Anna Brennen Pfoutz.  He was a lifelong resident and contributor to the area and his country.  Cliff was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1956.  He then served his country in the United States Marine Corp.  Following his military service, he was employed at Keystone Carbon for over 40 years where he retired as a machinist.

On May 9, 1959, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Cliff married the late Patricia A. Frey, who preceded him in death on December 1, 1998.

Margaret Ann “Peggy” Pistner, 81, of Bradford, PA passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Olean General Hospital.

Born November 26, 1942, in St. Mary’s, she was a daughter of Harold and Martha (Keller) Pistner.

During the 70’s and 80’s Peggy was very creative and made and sold her own ceramic pottery in the malls and galleries in Pennsylvania and Western New York. She later acquired her Real Estate License and sold homes throughout the Bradford area for more than 30 years.

Peggy was a member of St. Bernard Church and the American Legion. She was a wonderful woman who will be sorely missed.

Loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister

Sandra Stives, 63, of Cuba, NY passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Wellsville Manor Care Center after a short illness.

Born on April 1, 1960, in Wellsville, she was a daughter of Lawrence Hanks and Cecelia Stives.

Sandra had been employed by Heritage Cutlery in Bolivar before her retirement.

She had belonged to the North Park Wesleyan Church where she volunteered in the nursery.  She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Roulette – Deacon Daniel P. Reilly, 70, of Roulette, PA, passed away Thursday (December 14, 2023) at his home.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Home, Inc, Port Allegany.

Patricia A. Janoski, 85, of the Lutheran Home at Kane, PA passed away Tuesday evening, December 12, 2023 at the Lutheran Home following a brief illness.

She was born in Johnsonburg on November 5, 1938, a daughter to the late Max and Amelia Bodistow Pavlock. On August 26, 1978 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married Louis Janoski. He preceded her in April of 1983.
 
Patricia had been a resident of the Lutheran Home for the past 2 years and had lived briefly in Ridgway. Born and raised in Johnsonburg, she was a 1956 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. She received a business degree from Robert Morris University and spent most of her life in the Harmarville-Cheswick-Springville area as a secretary for many businesses and hospitals. She had worked for Hirsch-Truxler and Weiss, Atty’s. in Pittsburgh, Alan Zoeller Painting, Podmilsak’s Market and several hospitals, all as a secretary and had been a Twp. Supervisor for Harmar Twp., PA.
 
Patricia was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Harmarville, PA and was very active in the church. She had served as a Eucharistic Minister, sang in the choir and was on the parish council. She took pride in taking care of her home and was very meticulous in its care. She was also very involved volunteering with the St. Vincent DePaul Society.

AUSTIN, PA—Ralph M. Young, 80, of Austin, passed away in his home on Thursday, December 7, 2023.

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.

Patricia E. “Patty” Eckert, 83, of Ridgway, PA died on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at her residence after a brief illness.

She was born on November 27, 1940, a daughter of the late James and Margaret Emmert Renaud

On April 3, 1980, in Johnsonburg, she married Charles Eckert who survives.

Patty was a graduate of Kersey High School and Christian by faith. She retired from Ridgway Powder Metals and was an active member of the Fox Twp Senior Center. Patty, along with her husband, was the founders of the Heckowee Camping club traveling to various states. She loved spending time with her family and was known for her amazing apple pies. Along with her camp, she enjoyed fishing with Charles, crocheting, and traveling. “Love ya later”

Charles E. “Chuck” Hullihen, 89, of 128 Comet Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at his residence, surrounded by his family.

He was born September 11, 1934, in Bradford, son of the late Milford Hullihen and Leah Van Houtte Hullihen Grasser.  Chuck was a lifelong resident of the area and attended St. Marys Area Schools before entering the United States Army and serving in Japan.  He was employed at Pure Carbon, where he met his loving wife of 66 years, prior to working at St. Marys Tool and Die, where he retired in 1999.  

On August 17, 1957, in the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Ridgway, Charles married June Ellen Nelson, who survives.

Margaret Ann “Peg” Pistner, 81, of 8 Brown Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Olean General Hospital.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Esther Lorraine Dover, 90, of Langmaid Lane Bradford, PA passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home. 

Born August 8, 1933, in Custer City, she was a daughter of the late John and Rose (Steffy) Leonard II. She was a graduate of Bradford High School where she was in the marching band and was elected May Queen.

Esther had been employed as an assembler at Corning Glass in Bradford, she also was a waitress and played the piano in various restaurants and night clubs like the Brookside, Legends, and Roman Villa.

Jane Williams, 90, of Ridgway, PA died on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at McKinley Heathcare.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services.

CLARA, PA—Dennis D. Brown, 83, of Clara, PA passed away peacefully in his home with his loving wife by his side on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.

Born on Sunday, November 24, 1940 in Olean, NY, he was a son of Charles E. and Ona M. Tyler Brown.  On May 3, 1963 in Elizabeth, NJ, he married Marion A. Hebbe, who survives.

Dennis was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse.  He was the owner/operator of D.B. Computers until his retirement.  Prior to owning his own business, he was a computer technician working lastly for UNISYS Corp.

Dennis was a member of the Shinglehouse Methodist Church.  Singing was his passion, having sung in the Church choir and the group “Witness”.  He was an avid bowler and in his younger years enjoyed hunting.

Irwin, Pa- Cami A. Pinchock, 39, formerly of Port Allegany, PA passed away on Thursday (December 07, 2023), at her home in Irwin, Pa.

Born on September 12, 1989 she was the daughter of Cynthia Roberts Carpenter.

Cami grew up in Port Allegany and attended school there.  She enjoyed time spent with her family, drawing, gambling and all things gothic.  Cami had a huge heart and her love language was always gift giving to others.

In 2021, Cami relocated to the Pittsburgh area where she met the love of her life, Joshua Gartland.  They made a home in Irwin, and started a new life with Cami’s three children.  Josh and Cami had big plans to marry this upcoming summer of 2024.

Cami was employed by Poly Concept North America, and loved her job and her amazing work family.  In the last two years, Cami had made great changes in her life and became the most loving and caring person that she could be.

Ann E. Dippold, 78, formerly of Panama City, FL, and Warren, PA, died peacefully Thursday, Dec 7, 2023, at the PeaceHealth United General Medical Center in Sedro-Woolley, WA.

Ann was born in Highland Park, MI, to the late Thomas M. and Olga E. Buckeridge. She lived in Cohasset, MA and Erie, PA, and was a 1963 graduate of McDowell High School in Erie.

She was a nurse at Warren General Hospital and the Warren State Hospital for many decades, was a union delegate, former President of AFSCME Local 469, Council Representative for Council 13 and a fierce advocate for her fellow employees.

Ann was passionate about horses from an early age and never missed an opportunity to ride or spend time with them. She loved the ocean and some of her best days were spent at St. Andrew’s State Park in Panama City. She enjoyed travel and spent as much time with her family as possible. She was a member of Moose Lodge 109 in Warren, PA.

David Alan Marquis, 89, of Warren PA passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Kinzua Healthcare and Rehabilitation. 

Dave was born on January 16^th, 1934, in Pittsburgh PA to the late William Calvin Marquis and Mary Jane (Moore) Marquis.  He graduated from Connellsville High School in 1951.  He enrolled at Penn State University, hitchhiking back home to Connellsville each Friday night to work a weekend shift at the Clairton Steel Works to help pay for his education.  He earned a B.S. in Forestry from Penn State in 1955.  Following graduation, Dave served in the US Army from 1955-1957, and was honorably discharged at the rank of 1^st Lieutenant. 

Dave joined the US Forest Service as a forestry researcher in 1957.  He continued his education, attaining both an M.S. in Forestry and a PhD. in Forest Ecology and Silviculture from Yale University. 

Following career positions with the US Forest Service in eastern Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and New Hampshire, Dave and his wife, the late Patricia Grace (West), Marquis moved to Warren in 1970 where he became project leader at the Forestry Sciences Laboratory for the Allegheny National Forest.  Dave was a noted forestry researcher, publishing over a hundred scientific papers and frequently presenting at forestry conferences.  He was instrumental in the early development of computer software programs for use in forestry.

Theresa Casilio, 97, of Powers Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA, after a short illness, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 surrounded by family.

She was born in Johnsonburg on May 19, 1926, a daughter to the late Frank and Mary Raubenstrauch Parana.

Theresa was a lifelong resident of Johnsonburg. She was a 1944 graduate of Johnsonburg High School, and upon graduation, she went to work for Casilio Upholstering where she met John Casilio when he returned for WWII. They married, started Elk Upholstering and raised three children. He preceded her in death on June 22, 2008. 

Theresa was of good humor, hard-working and an honest person who always helped others. She was a talented seamstress who could sew anything be it clothing, curtains, upholstery and bind rugs and was also the bookkeeper for the business.

Patricia E. “Patty” Eckert, 83, of Ridgway, PA died on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at her residence following a brief illness.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services.

Harold S. “Harv” Dowdle, 82, of 6434 Glen Hazel Road, Wilcox, PA passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday morning December 10, 2023.

Harv was born on June 9, 1941 in Cameron, TX a son to the late George and Josephine Slavik Dowdle. On June 10, 1966 at Camp Lejeune, NC he married Twyla J. Sidelinger and she survives.

Harv has lived in the Wilcox area since 1967 and graduated high school in Fairfax, VA. He was a member of the Wilcox Presbyterian Church and the Wilcox Fire Dep’t. Within the Fire Dept., Harv had been a past Assistant Chief and past Deputy Chief and was currently Captain of the Fire Police.

Gabriel Ann Cecile “Gabby” Kranock:  Loving Daughter, Sister, Granddaughter and Friend

Gabriel Ann Cecile “Gabby” Kranock, 19, of 5564 Little Road, Cuba, NY received her angel wings on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.

Born on August 26, 2004 at Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville, she was a daughter of Denis P. and Lisa M. Ritter Kranock.

Gabby was a graduate of Cuba Rushford Central Schools Class of 2023.  While in school she enjoyed being athletic excelling in basketball, track, softball, and gymnastics.  She also enjoyed spending time outdoors kayaking, hiking, and camping.  Spending time with family and friends and listening to music were also some of her favorite activities.

In addition to her parents, she leaves behind

2 Brothers                 Tyler (Melissa Ganz) Kemp                      Newburgh, NY

                                    Jonathan (Samanthe Logue) Kemp       Belmont

A Sister                      Cloey Kranock                                             Cuba

Paternal Grandmother     Martha Johnson                             Cuba

Maternal Grandmother    Robin (Brian Eaton) Dando          Cuba

A Niece Harper and a Nephew Waylon, and her beloved service dog Koda, who provided countless hours of love and companionship.

She was predeceased by Uncle James Lockwood and 2 great-grandmothers.

Friends will be received at the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., 9 Bull Street, Cuba, on Saturday, December 16, 2023 from Noon until 4:00 P.M. at which time Funeral Services will be held.  Pastor Bill Beck, will officiate.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.rinkerfuneralhome.com

Paul Bishop, of Tiona, PA, passed away at his home on Monday evening, December 11, 2023, at 11:00 P.M. 

He was born February 23, 1952, in Salt Lake City, Utah.  Paul was employed with JMI Concrete in Kane, PA., as a diesel mechanic.

Clarence C. Buck, 93, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands Elk, St. Marys, PA on Sunday morning (December 10, 2023).

He was born December 8, 1930 in Beech Creek, PA a son of the late Clarence C. and Emma Hoover Buck. On May 14, 1955 in First United Methodist Church, Emporium, PA he married Ruth Goodrow Buck, who survives.

Mr. Buck had worked at the former A & P Grocery Store in Emporium for many years. After the store closed he worked at the former Goetz Hardware and Feed Store in St. Marys. He loved working there so much that he considered it a pleasure to go in each day. He enjoyed gardening, hunting and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was well known for his love of building rock retaining walls around his garden. Most of all he loved spending time with his family.

Port Allegany – Thomas Francis Edgreen, 75, of Eldred, PA passed away Sunday (December 10, 2023) at his home in Eldred.

He was born April 7, 1948 in Coudersport, PA, the son of Howard and Esther (Leete) Edgreen. On May 20, 2000 in Coryville, PA, he married Doris Bender, who survives.

Tom was a 1966 graduate of Port Allegany High School and attended Alfred University and received a degree in Ceramic Engineering. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1967 and served until 1969, during Vietnam.

Mr. Edgreen was employed at St. Gobain, now Ardagh Group, of Port Allegany, as a member of the job change crew and was crew leader. Tom retired in 2005 after 38 years of service from the time it was Pierce Glass Co.

He was a member of the PA Farm Bureau, where he was formerly on the state board of directors, was a life member of the VFW of Eldred, a life member of the American Quarter Horse Association, and was Past Commandant of the Marine Corps League; Bob Swanson Detachment of Mt. Jewett.

David “Dave” Mancuso, Jr., 43, of Ridgway, PA died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at his home.

Born in St. Marys on February 9, 1980, he was the son of David Mancuso, Sr. and the late Sally Hanes.
He was a 1998 graduate of St. Marys Area High School and was employed as a chef by The Royal Inn in Ridgway.

He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Marys and enjoyed playing basketball and cooking.

Those surviving are his father and stepmother, David and Vonda Mancuso, Sr., his son, Xaiver Ellis; his daughters, Deziree Mancuso, Allisyn Mancuso and Madilyn Mancuso; his brother, Shawn Mancuso; his sisters, Melissa and Jennifer Mancuso; his grandchild, Lucas Taylor; his nieces and nephews, Tiana, Chloe, Trevor, Landon, and Carmine; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother and paternal grandparents, Sam and Dixie Mancuso.

Furlong Funeral Home, 50 Broad St., Summerville, Pa. has been entrusted with the final arrangements for Mr. Mancuso.

Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023, at the Saint Boniface Catholic Church in Kersey, PA, 15846.

Memorial donations may be made to his daughters to help defray the cost of funeral expenses.

Friends and family may order flowers, light a memorial candle, share a memory and obtain additional information by visiting http://www.furlongfuneralhome.com.