Margaret “Peg” Marzo, age 87, passed away peacefully Tuesday January 31, 2023 at Guthrie Hospital in Corning NY.
She was born July 8th, 1935 to Rexford and Reba (Kelts) Seely. She graduated from Elkland Area High School in 1953 and later returned to work for Northern Tioga School District as a secretary. She married Orlando “Bugs” Marzo and later had two sons. Timothy (Tammy) Marzo and Louis (Kimberly) Marzo.
Margaret loved hunting, fishing and to live life surrounded by her favorite people (as well as her horses and pups) and had an uncanny ability to make a party out of any occasion and invite anyone and everyone into her home with open arms and a drink.
She is survived by her sister, Phyllis Smouther; brother, Hugh T. (Joan) Seely; sons and daughter-in-laws, Tim and Tammy and Louis and Kim; grandchildren Travis (Rachel) Marzo, Sierra and Kendra Marzo; great-grandchildren, Chase, Quinn and Trent Marzo as well as several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Saturday, Feb. 4th at 11:00 AM with Pastor Kermit Shrawder officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Osceola.
Memorial donations may be made to the Valley Community Ambulance Association, PO Box 280, Osceola, PA 16942.
Genevieve L. Stranford 95, a former resident of Little Genesee, NY passed away on Wednesday February 1, 2023 in the M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center, Canandaigua, following a lengthy illness.
Born on July 29, 1927 in Oil City, PA, Gen was the daughter of Maurice and Amanda Beichner Lutz Sr. Gen married Allen Stranford Jr. on May 30, 1953 in Oil City, PA. Mr. Stranford preceded her in death in 2000.
While living in Oil City Gen was employed by Pennzoil and Quaker State Oil Co. Moving to Little Genesee in 1967 Gen was a member of St. Mary’s Church Bolivar, member of the Altar & Rosary Society of the Church, Allegany Co. Home Bureau, Little Genesee Garden Club and served as a trustee of the Little Genesee Library.
Surviving are three children, Carol (James) Dillon, Reno, NV, Gerald (Martha) Stranford, Albuquerque, NM and Scott (Kathleen) Stranford, Farmington, NY. Also surviving are eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one brother, Daniel Lutz, Oil City, PA and two Sisters, Rose Hahn, Columbus, OH and Delores Bruno, Canton, OH and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by three sisters, Margaret London, Dorothy Lutz, and Barbara Jean Lutz; two sisters-in-law, Edna Lutz and Lenora Lutz; two brothers-in-law, Robert Hahn and Phil Bruno.
Friends may call at the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar, on Sunday, February 5, 2023 from 1 – 3P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, February 6, 2023 in St. Mary’s Church, Bolivar, at 11A.M. Rev. James Hartwell, Pastor as celebrant. Burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery Bolivar.
In Lieu of flowers, Memorials to: St. Mary’s Church Altar & Rosary Society, 17 Maple Ave., Wellsville N.Y. 14895, Little Genesee Library, Box 10, Little Genesee, NY 14754.
Judith A. Punk, 83, of Ohio Ave. in James City, PA passed away Tuesday morning at her residence.
She was born in Kane on Sept. 29, 1939, the daughter of the late Harold and Doris (Johnston) Erickson. On Oct. 10, 1959 she married George Punk, who preceded her in death.
Judy owned and operated her own beauty shop for many years. She was a member of St. Callistus Catholic Church, the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, the Red Hats and the Polka club.
She is survived by one daughter, Susan Bagbey of Virgilina, VA; two sons, Bryan (Vicki) Punk of James City and Joe (Sandy) of Kane; five grandchildren, Michael (Hannah) Punk, Melissa (Ryan) Smith, Joey (Brandy) Bagbey, Justin (Samantha) Bagbey and Jessica (Luke) Griles; several nieces and nephews, including Zonya (Matt) Letson who resided with her; one brother, Paul Erickson of Texas; six adopted grandchildren, Jimmy (Monica) Weaver, Anthony (Julie) Gentile, Sherry Marconi, Tara (John) Fodor, Whitman Letson and Charlie Letson; seven great-grandchildren, Madilyn Bagbey, Kenna Punk, Josie Griles, Nolan Punk, Addison Smith, Savannah Bagbey and Jase Griles; thirteen adopted great-grandchildren, Lola, Claire and Charlie Weaver, Joey, Vince, Addy and Cecelia Gentile, Gina, Ella and Audri Marconi and Jonathan, Clara and Will Fodor; and her lifelong friends Corrine Varga and Linnea Funari.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation which will take place on Friday (Feb. 3) at the Gathering Space at St. Callistus from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. William O’Brien as celebrant. Entombment will be in the mausoleum at St. Callistus Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Callistus Catholic Church, 342 Chase St. Kane, PA 16735.
John M. O’SHELL, 60, of Wellsville, NY, died Wednesday, February 1, 2023 in his home. Born June 21, 1962, in Buffalo, he was the son of Walter and Florence O’Neil Burba. He was employed by Tonawanda Coke Corporation.
Surviving besides his life partner, Tammy O’Shell, are: two children, Helen (William) Cowan and Jonathan O’Shell, both of Wellsville; three grandchildren, Sophia Cowan, Zoey Lee, and Keegan Lee; five siblings, Pamela Highman, Cynthia (Don) Woods, Brenda (Michael) Perfetti, Kim Demarco, and Walter Berba; many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents; a daughter, Angela; and a brother, Chester O’Shell. 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.
Kenneth F. “Butch” Donachy, 55, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.
He was born on September 10, 1967 in St. Marys, a son of the late Kenneth Donachy and JudyAnn Wehler Donachy, who survives of St. Marys.
Butch was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, class of 1986. He worked in the powdered metal industry throughout his life. Butch always loved being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed shed hunting, and could often be found shooting trap and skeet. Some of his favorite pastimes were trips to camp with his best friends Brian Ginther and Darren Yanak. He will be remembered for his kindness and always greeting anyone he met with a hello and how are you.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by 3 children; Amy Leuschel and her husband George of St. Marys, Jessica Donachy of St. Marys, and Tyler Donachy of Kersey.
He is also survived by three sisters; LoriAnn (Scott) Colson of Johnsonburg, Colette (Andrew) Mosier of Kersey, and Jennifer (Frank Samick) Donachy of St. Marys, and by one brother; Joseph (Sara) Donachy of St. Marys, as well as by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents; Fred and Rosella Wehler, and by his paternal grandparents; Gerald and Marjorie Donachy.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Kenneth F. “Butch” Donachy will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at St. Marys Church, Church Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Thomas More Sikora, OSB, as celebrant.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Marys or Fox Township Sportsmens Club.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 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
Kenneth B. Vosler, 71, of Erickson Drive, Bradford, PA passed away Saturday January 28, 2023, at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo after a recurring battle with cancer.
Born on May 19, 1951, in Marietta, Ohio, he was a son of Kenneth and Imogene (Williams) Vosler Jr. In 1998, he married Gayle Tantalo, who preceded him in death March 7, 2021.
Ken lived in several towns during his childhood, ultimately graduating from Westwood High School in 1969. He then enrolled at Rider College in New Jersey, majoring in journalism and competing in Division I wrestling. As a freshman, he went on a 23-match winning streak before suffering a severe knee injury in what would be his final competition.
Despite his journalism degree, he started his professional career at Saratoga Hospital, picking up respiratory therapy skills on the job. He accepted a position in 1978 at Westland Hospital in Detroit. In 1980, he accepted a respiratory therapist position at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
He spent the rest of his career as a fixture at BRMC. Along with his long career in respiratory therapy, he spent several years running the sleep lab.
Away from work, he had many interests. He liked Great Danes; learning about nature; Western, comedy, and action movies; and following the Giants (football and baseball). He was skilled at paint and pen-and-ink drawings, woodworking, and crossword puzzles. He enjoyed making others laugh, especially with his Halloween costumes.
Survivors include his former wife, Nancy Berlin; two children, Kendra (Steve Schiappa) Vosler of Bradford and Adam (Kristina) Vosler of Hinsdale, N.Y.; two sisters, Jan York-Vossler and Mary Lynn (Jim) Johnson of Mason, Ohio; one brother, John Vosler of St. Louis; four grandchildren, Madeline, Jay, Avery, and Elliott; three nieces; and seven nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.
There will be no public visitation, per Ken’s wishes. His children will announce a celebration of life for family and friends at a later date.
In lieu of memorials, convince yourself or someone you care about to quit smoking.
Cecelia G. “Cele” Krise, 85, of Kersey, PA died peacefully at the Dubois Nursing Home on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.
She was born on November 2, 1937, in Kersey, a daughter of the late Francis and Helen Dietz Gahr.
In January 1959, she married Joe Krise, who preceded her in death on December 5, 1988.
Cele was a graduate of Kersey High School Class of 1956 and a member at St. Boniface Church. She worked many years at Stackpole and later retired from Rebco. Cele was a member of Horton Twp Lions Club and Dagus Mines Legion. She loved playing bingo and cards.
Cele is survived by a daughter, Ruth Gagliardi and her husband Terry of Kersey, a son, Joe Krise Jr. of Kersey, 4 grandchildren: Randon Krise of Kersey, Angelia Green and her husband Kyle of St. Marys, Tricia Krise of Kersey, and Kevin Gagliardi and his wife Tylie of Byrnedale, and 2 great grandchildren, Colton and Audia. She is also survived by 3 sisters: Helen (Marvin) Riddle of St. Marys, Rosemary (Ernest) Mattiuz of Kersey, Penny Thomas of KY, and one brother, Raymond (Diane) Gahr of St. Marys.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a son in infancy, Amos Krise, and 2 brothers in infancy.
A Memorial Mass for Cecelia G. Krise will be celebrated on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 10:00 AM at St. Boniface Church, 355 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846, with Fr. Kevin Holland, Pastor, as celebrant.
Burial will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to the donor’s choice.
Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Beverly J. (Hoak) Mitchell, 96, of Coudersport and formerly of Roulette, PA passed away on January 30, 2023 at Sena Kean Nursing and Rehab., Smethport.
Born on May 16, 1926, in Roulette, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Ruth (Cutler) Hoak. On January 8, 1946, she married Lloyd E. Mitchell, who preceded her in death on July 17, 2004.
Beverly was a lifelong resident of Roulette, where she was honored as Miss Roulette in 1940. She also played the trumpet in the Roulette Marching Band. Along with her parents, Beverly moved to Philadelphia when she was 17 to work in an aircraft factory during World War II. Additionally, she loved her home, her flower gardens, and her vegetable garden on Trout Brook Road, where she lived for the majority of her adult life. She was also employed at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital. Last but certainly not least, Beverly was a superb pie maker and crocheted extraordinary afghans and baby blankets.
Beverly is survived by two granddaughters, Caroline Ferraiuolo of Coral Springs, Florida, and Melissa Gagnon of Lauderhill, Florida; two great grandsons, Carlo Ferraiuolo and Luca Ferraiuolo, both of Coral Springs, Florida; a son-in-law, Charles Gagnon of Miami, Florida; and many nieces and nephews, including especially close nieces, Connie (Larry) Wykoff, Christie (Frank Granata) Marshall, and Sandra (Barry) Whitman, all of whom reside in Coudersport.
In addition to her parents, Beverly was preceded in death by her daughter, Mona Gagnon; her husband, Lloyd E. Mitchell; many sisters-in-law as well as a brother-in-law; and many dear friends.
Upon Beverly’s request, there will be no visitation or memorial service. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Lyman Cemetery in Roulette.
Memorial donations can be made in Beverly’s name to either the Roulette Ambulance Association, P.O. Box 172, Roulette, PA 16746; or to the Coudersport Ambulance Association, P.O. Box 651, Coudersport, PA 16915.
The family has entrusted Beverly’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.
Regina M. “Gina” Detsch, 83, of Robin Road, St. Marys, PA passed away at her home on Monday, January 30, 2023, following a lengthy illness with her family by her side.
She was born on August 10, 1939 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Marinus and Anna Minnick Bobenrieth.
On November 27, 1958 in St. Marys Church, she married the late Joseph F. Detsch, who preceded her in death on June 5, 2003.
Gina was a graduate of Central High School, class of 1957 and was a member of Queen of the World Church. Together with her husband, Gina and Joe planted and cultivated a beautiful garden for many years, which she enjoyed immensely. She always looked forward to trips with her daughters, traveling near and far with her family. In her free time, she enjoyed crafts and reading. Gina took comfort and solace in her home, which knew much love and where she had raised and cared for her family.
She is survived by 7 children; Christine Newell of Kersey, Laurie (Ian) Geitner of Hickory, NC, Carol (Jim “Chip”) Lilja of Kersey, Joanne (Randy) Yost of Maytown, PA, Mary Lee (Alvin) Vollmer of St. Marys, Lisa (Ron) Dippold of St. Marys, Amy (Billy) Dietz of Mooresville, NC; and by her 15 beloved grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. She is also survived by one brother; Wayne Bobenrieth of Port Allegany, and one sister; Julie (Mike) Menteer of Ithaca, NY, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Gina was preceded in death by a son-in-law; Jeffrey Newell, a sister; Diana Detsch, and by a great-grandson.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Regina M. Detsch will be celebrated on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Family and friends will be received at the Queen of the World Church on Monday, February 6, 2023 from 10:15 AM until the time of the Mass.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Community Nurses.
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
Mitchell Peasley Lewis, 70, of St. Marys, formerly of Emporium, PA passed away Sunday, (Jan. 29, 2023) after a long battle with many health issues.
Mitchell was born Oct. 31, 1952 in Hammond, Ind. to June Peasley and Verne Lewis. His family moved to Smethport his senior year, and he graduated from Smethport Area High School in 1971. On Nov. 10, 1973 he married Willie Schwab Lewis, who survives.
Mitch retired from Motor Coils Manufacturing/GE, where he was employed for 38 years. Mitch enjoyed playing and watching sports of all kinds, especially his beloved Cubs. Before his strokes, Mitch could often be found on the golf course or the bowling alley. He enjoyed dining out and always took his family on adventures to amusement parks, ball games and road trips.
In addition to his wife, Mitchell is survived by his two daughters, Heather (Clinton) Szuba and Ashley Armstrong; grandchildren, Morgan Barnhart, Natalee Uber, Fisher Szuba, Tucker Szuba, and Ashton Fowler; sisters, Denise (Cory) Glickman and Debbie (Mike) Enders; brother, Lance (Loretta) Lewis; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Dale Lewis; and a sister, Jeanne Southers.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Mitch to the Emporium or St. Marys Ambulance Associations.
The family will hold a drop-in luncheon memorial from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 at Aroma Cafe in Emporium. To sign the on-line guest book go to www.pasimplecremation.com.
Michael A. Rich, 33, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023.
Michael is survived by his mother, Wendy Rich, Friendship; two sisters, Ashley (Cory Lynch) Rich, Wellsville; Tonya (Mason) Hadsell, Friendship; a paternal grandmother, Linda O’Brien, Olean; two nephews, David Lynch, Wellsville; Cameron Hadsell, Cuba; and several aunts and uncles.
There will be no prior visitation or public services. A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family.
Joan C. Smith, age 83, of Little Marsh, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at the Green Home in Wellsboro.
Born January 13, 1940 in West New York, NJ, she was the only child of the late Thurston and Jennie (Hankins) Duncan. Joan married Allen B. Smith, Jr. and they shared 55 years together until his passing in 2018.
She loved to spend time with her granddaughters.
She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Page of Little Marsh and two granddaughters, Jennifer Page of Los Angeles, CA and Jessica Page of Hardwick, NJ.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Friday, February 3rd from 1:00 – 2:00 PM. A graveside service will be held immediately following in Wormer Hill Cemetery with Rev. Larry O’Dell officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Company, 1575 Blair Creek Rd., Westfield, PA 16950.
Terril (Terri) Anne Doan Marks, age 75, of Nelson, PA passed peacefully on Friday, January 27, 2023 at the Carleton Nursing Home in Wellsboro.
Her best friend and a former personal care aide were at her side. Terri, daughter and only child of Loren Doan and Alice (Close) Doan, was born on June 29, 1947 in Wellsboro, PA.
Terri worked as a Counselor at Endless Mountains D&A Rehabilitation in Blossburg, PA for many years. She ventured into the Media business that she enjoyed very much as an advertising sales representative for a few local television & radio stations in the area. Her most recent employment was with the Tioga Publishing Company in Wellsboro, PA.
Terri was well known through her personal life, places of employment and travels. Her personality and gift of being able to communicate with most anyone earned her love, trust and respect from whomever she was in contact with. Terri’s passions included riding her beloved horse, Baby, attending and competing in horse shows, watching car races at Watkins Glen, traveling, flower gardening, feeding & identifying birds and helping animals in need of rescue.
Oh yes, and she surely loved the taste of a fine cooked meal followed later with a dish of ice cream. Terri will be lovingly remembered through our memories of the relationship she shared with each of us.
A special “Thank You” to her caregivers who were so dedicated in providing her the care needed throughout the years at home and at the Carleton.
Terri is survived by her loving daughter, Lisa Enderle (Mark) Rado of Monroe, OH, her stepchildren Steven Marks of Farmington, NJ, Dianne Marks of Farmington, NJ, and Isabelle (Kenneth) Mosca) of Ventnor, NJ., her grandchildren, Isabelle & Kyle Mosca of Ventnor, NJ. and Aunts & Uncles Esther (Doan) & Waldo Wood of Knoxville, PA, Barbara (Doan) & Gerome Learn of Cameron Mills, NY and, Mary Jane (Doan)McGlaughlin of Painted Post, NY plus several cousins on the Doan side of her family.
She was preceded in death by her Husband, LaQuay Marks; Parents, Loren & Alice Doan; Grandparents, Henry, Doris & Gertrude Doan, Emma Close; Great Grandparents, Bert & Goldie Rowley; Aunt, Mary Ann (Close)Timm and Uncles, Frank Timm, Rex McGlaughlin and Dean Doan.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main Street, Elkland, PA on Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 12:00 PM – 2:00PM. A Celebration of Life Service will be held immediately following at 2:00 PM. A graveside service will be also held at the Nelson Cemetery where she will be laid to rest beside LaQuay.
In lieu of flowers, it is requested that a donation be made in Terri’s honor preferably to one of the following charities or a charity of your choice: Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org Hobo’s Home Inc. 1077 Bailey Creek Road, Millerton, PA 16936 www.facebook.com/hoboshomepa Tioga County (PA) Cat Project, PO Box 160, Elkland, PA 16920 www.tiogacountycatproject.com
Carolyn Ann Rhodes of Little Genesee, NY passed away on Saturday January 28, 2023 after a long battle with addiction.
Carolyn was born on August 24, 1982 in Wellsville. She was the daughter of Dean and Diane Cowell Rhodes Sr.
Carolyn received her GED from the Belmont Central School. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt and granddaughter.
Carolyn is survived and missed by the father of her three children Drew Blauvelt, three daughters Hannah, Jennah & Savannah; her mother and stepfather Diane (Doc) Morrison, Little Genesee; her father and stepmother Dean (Joyce) Rhodes Sr., Portville. Also surviving are siblings Dean (Angela) Rhodes, Allentown, John (Melissa) Dunn, Chaffee NY, Angelia M. Natik Rhodes, Salamanca, Josh (Jessica) Rhodes, Allegany, Derrick (Ashley) Morrison, Shinglehouse PA and Dustin Morrison, Bolivar; several aunts, uncles nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a sister Erica Fegadel in 2016.
Friends may call at the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar, on Thursday, February 2, 2023 from 11A.M.-12:30P.M. Funeral services will follow visitation at 12:30P.M. Pastor Al Batt will officiate. Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery Bolivar.
Barbara Jean Hallock, 77, of Warren, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 30, 2023. She was born June 12, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio. Barbara was the daughter of Rev. Robert and Paula Newman Hutchings.
She was a 1963 graduate of Greenville High School, Greenville, PA., and a 1967 graduate of Edinboro University. She was an elementary school teacher and resigned to concentrate on motherhood. Later, she had various positions in retail. Barb was a Christian by faith and a member of the local moose and eagle’s clubs. She was cherished as a wife, mother, sister, sister-in-law. She’ll be greatly missed.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Terry D. Hallock, whom she married June 10, 1972, a daughter, Stacey Rosleck (Chris) of Scott Township, suburb of Pittsburgh, PA., 2 sons – Scott Hallock (Beth) of McKean, PA., Daniel Hallock of Erie, PA., a brother – Richard Hutchings (Kathleen) of Garland, TX., brother-in-law, Donald Hallock (Deborah) of Chambersburg, PA., 2 nephews, 3 nieces.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother – Robert Hutchings.
There will be no public visitation and a funeral and committal service will be conducted at the convenience of the family at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA. Those wishing to submit e-mail condolences may do so by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Carol J. (Siecker) Morton, 83, of 686 Shelvey Summit Road, Kersey, PA and formerly of Eatonville, WA, passed away Monday, January 30, 2023, at Penn Highlands Elk after a brief illness.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Terry L. Carlson Sr., 65, of Hacker St. in Kane, PA passed away Sunday morning (Jan. 29) at his residence.
He was born on Aug. 13, 1957 in Kane, the son of the late Guy and Mary (Walker) Carlson. On March 25, 1980, he married Carol Milford, who survives.
Terry served in the US Navy and at various times had been employed by Highlander Mineral, St. Marys Lumber Company, ITL, Eastern Sintered Metals, Kane Screen and Amguard Security. He enjoyed working on small gas engines and loved his dog Molly.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Terry Carlson Jr. and Ron Carlson, both of Kane; four brothers, Chuck (Ellen) Carlson of St. Marys, David (Lynette) Carlson of Kane, Adam Carlson of Spokane, WA and Craig (Tammy) Carlson of Bradford; two sisters, Kathy Stanley of Canfield, OH and Susan (Brian) Silvis of Sheffield; two grandsons, Dakota Victory and Andrew Carlson; two granddaughter Liberty Carlson and Vicki Baumgratz and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Dan Carlson; two nieces, Kristen Nelson and Brittany Carlson; two brothers-in-law, Charles Walton and Mark Stanley and one sister-in-law, Delores A. Carlson.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation on Wednesday (Feb. 1) from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home. A funeral service will take place on Thursday (Feb. 2) at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home, with the Rev. David Pflieger officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Tabor Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the family to help offset burial expenses.
Eola “Pat” Benninger, 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 29, 2023 at the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY, while currently residing at Field of Dreams in Allegany, NY.
Pat was born August 23, 1930, in Pigeon, to parents William Frost & Florence (Sayers) Frost-Ishman and graduated from the Bradford Area High School.
Over the years she was best known for her love of gardening, antiques and flea markets.
She is survived by her daughter Carla (Jan) Nulph-Brantner of New Bern, NC; grandsons Timothy Brantner of New Bern, NC and Brandon Brantner of Kettering, OH; and granddaughter Emily Molitor of Xenia, OH.
She was predeceased by her parents, brother Jim Frost, husband Carl Nulph; and husband William Benninger.
A special thanks is extended to her beloved niece, Dianne Austin of Bradford, who has been such a help over the last couple years.
Private burial will be in Frost Cemetery, Pigeon.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc., Bradford.
Charlotte Lee Sikula, passed away at the age of 70, on Friday, January 27, 2023 peacefully at home after a long battle with liver failure. Her husband Michael, Sister Judy, and brother-in-law John were at her side at the time of her passing.
Charlotte was born in Olean, New York on March 27, 1952. She was the daughter of Howard and Greta (Ault) Yeaples. She was a graduate of Otto-Eldred Jr-Sr High School, Duke Center, PA. During high school years she was a cheerleader, Blazer member, vice-president of her class, member of the Senior Chorus, and participated in Junior and Senior Plays. BTW-She was also voted “Best Looking”.
Charlotte joined the Navy right out of high school. She was in the Navy 3 years where she pursued a nursing career. In the Navy she was HM3 Secretary to Head Naval Regional Medical Center, Secretary to Chief of Division, and Naval Regional Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. She was also Head Corpswave, Dependent female ward and worked special duty on maternity ward, Quonset Point, Rhode Island. She was honorably discharged in 1973.
After the Navy, she obtained a BS from the University of Central Florida. She was in the 1st graduating class in Nursing from the University of Central Florida.
In her 30-year nursing career she worked in various disciplines; operating room nurse, relief charge nurse, general surgery ranging from urology, ENT, thoracic, gynecology, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, orthopedics, cardiovascular and laser nurse for laser surgery. She was also the Nursing Manager of a freestanding outpatient surgery center.
Charlotte met her husband, Michael, through a Classified Personal Ad that she ran in the Orlando Sentinel newspaper. Their first date was at Chi-Chi’s Mexican Restaurant, where she had given him the wrong directions on how to get there (Grrr).
They were married 36 years. They have one son Michael Gerald Sikula and one grandson Lucas Jeremiah Sikula.
Charlotte’s favorite things to do was travel around the country visiting family, attending family reunions, and seeing famous sites like Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, etc. She enjoyed watching cooking shows and soap operas…her favorite being “The Young and The Restless”.
She was preceded death by her parents, Howard Fred Yeaples and Greta (Ault) Yeaples, her sister Ellen (Yeaples) Young, brother Howard Fred Yeaples, Jr.; brothers-in-law, Philip Thomas Young and Gary William Silsby, niece Olivia Lee Douglas, and other extended family members.
She leaves behind the following family: husband-Michael Joseph Sikula, son-Michael Gerald Sikula, grandson- Lucas Jeremiah Sikula, sisters-Patti (Yeaples) Silsby, Judy (Yeaples) Mix, Greta (Yeaples) Edminster, brothers-in-law, Jeff Edminster, John Mix, sister-in-law Anita (Varga) Yeaples, and many nieces, nephews, and family members.
There will not be a funeral service held. Charlotte will be cremated. A memorial will follow at the Sikula residence in Sorrento, Florida at a later date.
Mathew Karl Frederick, 32, of Bradford, PA passed away Friday, January 27, 2023, at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born on August 31, 1990, in San Diego CA, he was the son of Todd Ford (Linda), of Beech Grove IN and Stephanie Cobb Brown (Donald) of Avon IN.
He attended school in Bradford and Indianapolis, IN.
Mathew was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Professional Wrestling fan, and he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family.
Surviving are his parents, brothers Patrick Ford of Avon, Indiana and Hunter Ford of Bradford, grandparents Bill and Sandy Ford of Smethport, Pat and Ceil Cobb of Old Town, FL, great grandmother Lois Anderson of Smethport, longtime girlfriend Tina Gray of Bradford, and many Aunt’s, Uncles and cousins.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, February 4, 2023, from 10am to 11am in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11am with Rev. Joann Piatko, Rector of St. Joseph Episcopal Church of Port Allegany officiating.
Memorials if desired may be made to the Corydon Township Volunteer Fire Department.
Sigrid Fitzpatrick, 78, of 302 Bolivar Dr., Bradford, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, at her residence, with her daughter at her side.
Born February 25, 1944 in Heilbronn, Germany, she was a daughter of the late Bernard and Rosa (Haag) Stemmler.
She attended nursing school in Germany.
On October 5, 1979, in Bradford, she married Eugene F. “Fitz” Fitzpatrick, who passed away August 10, 2021.
Surviving is one daughter, Tanja Fitzpatrick, two sons, Shayne L. Miller, and Richard Theodore Miller, one grandson Buddy Devin Miller, one brother, Kurt Haag, and one nephew, Rudiger Muller.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 42 years, Fitz, one son Ernest “Buddy” Miller, one sister, Doris Muller, and one brother Eduard Haag.
Private graveside services will be held for family at Willow Dale Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
A Celebration of Life for Sharon L. Swartzfager will be held at the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 in Crosby, PA on Saturday, February 4 from 1-4 PM. Sharon passed away on Wed. January 25th.
Marion I. Dallenbach, 75, of 65 Rodgar Lane, Bradford, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born on August 10, 1947, in East Stroudsburg, she was a daughter of the late Link and Pearl (Woodard) Dowell. She attended Bradford Area High School.
On February 3, 1977, in Bradford, she married Richard D. Dallenbach, who survives.
She dedicated her whole life to caring for her family as a stay at home mother for her children and husband.
Surviving are three daughters, Ann Kephart, of Houtzdale, Christy Macfarlane, of Bradford, and Sharon Fitzsimmons, of Duke Center, four sons Joe (Connie) Kloss, of Bradford, Rick Dallenbach, of Erie, Pete (Wendy) Lyons, of Las Vegas, NV, and Edward Dallenbach, of Bradford, three brothers, Charles Dowell, of Hazelhurst, Jerry Dowell, of Bradford, and Paul Dowell, of Lafayette, seven grandchildren, Luka Dallenbach, Matt Kloss, Andrew Kloss, Addison Toscano, Luciano Toscano, Natale Toscano, Giovanni Toscano,and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Link Jr., Bruce and Boyd Dowell and three grandchildren, Johnny Coldren, Brian Coldren, and Eric Lyons.
Family will receive friends on Friday, February 3, 2023, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 33 South Avenue, followed by funeral services at 3:00 PM with Rev. Fred Zickefoose, Pastor of the Bradford Area Parish, officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Donald “Don” James Karrasch, 80 of 25 Chatham Lane, Bradford, passed away peacefully at home with his family around him on Saturday January 28, 2023.
Born on June 4, 1942, in Bradford, he was a son to the late Paul Lasher and Barbara Silfies.
Don was a 1961 graduate of Bradford Area High School. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country until his honorable discharge in 1965. While in the Navy as quartermaster he took the helm of the ship as during a hurricane.He was also awarded a ribbon for participating in the Cuban missile crisis.
On January 22, 1966, he married his high school sweetheart, Peggy (Garthwaite) Karrasch, who survives.
After returning from the service he worked at Corning Glass and Ott & McHenry Drug Store. He worked as a Machinist for Dresser Manufacturing and retired in 2003.
Don enjoyed many outdoor activities and excelled at hunting, fishing, trapping, and also making maple syrup by tapping trees. He enjoyed collecting chocolate glass. He could fix anything and taught both his sons those same valuable skills. He was great at telling stories of his adventure-filled life.
Surviving is his wife Peggy of 57 years, two sons, Chris (Wendy) Karrasch, of Carisle,and Ryan (Jennifer) Karrasch, of Seymour TN, his step mother, Rose Russell Lasher, four sisters Virginia (Allen) Galentine, Sandra (Roland) Hughes, and Mary (Ron) Berry, Charlotte (Don) Aurand, two brothers, James (Sandra) Lasher, and Lester (Tammy) Lasher, four grandchildren, Dan Karrasch, Scott Karrasch, Sean Karrasch and Sara Karrasch.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and several brothers and sisters.
Family will receive friends on Friday February 3, 2023, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue, at 11:00 AM funeral services will be held with Rev. Fred Zickefoose, Pastor of the Bradford Area Parish, officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA P.O. Box 113, Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Joseph J. Bennardi, 93, of 15 Bon Air Avenue, Bradford, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023, with his family at his side at UPMC Hamot.
Born June 19, 1929, in Bradford, he was a son of the late John and Grace Trumbino Bennardi. He was a 1947 graduate of Bradford High School.
Joe enlisted in the United States Army on February 13, 1951. He was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received on June 17, 1952. He was honorably discharged on February 20, 1953.
Upon returning from the military he became employed at Dresser Manufacturing. He retired after 39 years of service.
Joe was a member of St. Bernard Church, Italian Club, American Legion. He enjoyed golf, bowling and throwing horseshoes.
Surviving is his companion of over 35 years, Sandy Edel, two sisters, Clara Costello, of Bradford, and Edith Gobbi, of GA, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Tina Gourley, four brothers, Frank, Ray, Henry, Sam, and two sisters, Linda Apa, and Frances Beers.
Private funeral services were held Monday January 30, 2023 with Fr. Jim Gutting, of St. Bernard Church officiating. Mausoleum Entombment was in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to St. Bernard Church 95 E Corydon Street Bradford, PA 16701.
Barbara J. Hallock, 77, of Warren, PA., died Monday afternoon, January 30, 2023, at Warren General Hospital Emergency Room, Warren, PA. A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.
Edna J. Decker, 93, of Perkasie, PA died Saturday, January 28, 2023.
She was the wife of the late William J. Decker, who died January 3, 2014.
Born June 7, 1929 in Denver, CO, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Helen (Prentiss) Huckins.
Mrs. Decker was employed as a secretary with Norristown State Hospital for many years. She was a longtime member of St. John’s UCC, Lansdale.
Survivors include her daughter, Linda D. Cassel (Bob) of Shinglehouse, PA; six grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Herb Van Dyke.
