Phyllis M. JOHNSON, 94, of Galeton, PA, died Tuesday, November 22, 2022 in Broad Acres Health & Rehabilitation Center, Wellsboro.
Born August 8, 1928, in West Pike, she was the daughter of Casper and Vinney Kephart Foley. In January of 1950, in Galeton, she married Robert W. “Pete” Johnson, who predeceased her on December 29, 2013. She attended the one room school in West Pike through eighth grade and graduated from Ulysses High School. Phyllis was employed by Galeton Production. Phyllis was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Galeton.
Surviving are: a son Michael Johnson of Galeton; two granddaughters, Melanie (Chad) Shuemaker and Amy Johnson, both of Galeton; a great-grandson, Matthew McCullough; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by three sisters and a brother.
Services will be private. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Richard J. “Dick” English, age 94, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.
He was born on November 22, 1928 a son of the late Jason E. and Evelyn (Buckingham) English and was married for 17 years to Joyce (Henry) English. Dick retired from Corning Glass Works, Corning, NY and was a member of Wellsboro VFW Post # 4907 and Wellsboro Lodge # 1147 Loyal Order of Moose.
He was predeceased by his first wife: Nadine English and his second wife: Kathryn English.
Dick is survived by his wife: Joyce H. English, son: Mike (Pam) English of Wellsboro, PA, daughter: Robin Corse of Wellsboro, PA, granddaughter: Bailey Corse of Wellsboro, PA, step children: Natalie (Francis) Kennedy of Wellsboro, PA, Sandra (Kevin McCall) Buchko of Susquehanna, PA, Dolly (Glenn) Thomason, Del (Debbie) Schriner, Jr., Cheryl (Jeff) Beckman all of Wellsboro, PA, 10 step grandchildren and 7 step great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by a grandson: Jason “JR” English.
In keeping with Dick’s wishes, there will not be any services.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Susan “Sue” Marie (Larson) Emery, 70, of Clarksburg, WV and formerly of Bradford, PA passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022, in Bridgeport, WV.
Born August 30, 1952, in Bradford, the daughter of the late John “Emil” and Helen (Ludwig) Larson.
Sue was a graduate of Bradford Area High School, class of 1970. She worked many places throughout the Bradford community and retired from Zippo.
On April 9, 2016, in Mesa, AZ, she married Timothy Emery, who survives.
She enjoyed bowling, the Buffalo Bills, traveling, golfing, collecting home interior bears, patio parties with her Canadian friends, attending live events such as concerts and baseball games, & most importantly spending time with family. She was a friend to all and had a loving way about her. If you knew Sue, you knew she enjoyed a very simple life.
Surviving in addition to her husband, Tim, are one son Brian (Sarah) Larson of Bradford, one daughter Lindsay Larson of Conroe, TX, five grandchildren, SPC Gavyn Larson, Londyn Holden, Fabian Sherk, Jr., Ezenna Anakoro and Amara Anakoro, three brothers, Daniel Larson, Chris Larson and Timothy (Kathryn) Larson, nieces, nephews, cousin, and her dog, Pepper.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Jean Ann Wilkins.
Family will be planning a Celebration of Life to be held in 2023.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the SPCA or charity of your choice.
Local funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Marlowe H. Haas, 98, of of Guy and Mary Felt Manor and formerly of Moore Hill Rd, Emporium, PA passed away at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Tuesday morning (November 22, 2022). She was born February 1, 1924 in Bowmanstown, PA, a daughter of the late J. Franklin “Frank” and Esther Haines Arner. On April 13, 1946 in Leather Corner Post, PA she married the late James W. Haas.
Mrs. Haas graduated from St. Lukes School of Nursing in Bethlehem, PA in the class of 1944. She was a member of the NRA and the Republican National Committee.
She is survived by a son, Nelson Haas (Rose), Emporium; daughter-in-law Janet Haas; five grandchildren: Christopher, Rachel, Matthew, Rebecca and Seth, seven great grandchildren: Anna, Jed, Katrina, Nicholas, Brianna, Warren and Roselyn.
In addition to her parents and husband, Marlowe was preceded in death by a son, Leslie J. Haas and a sister, Marian Jones.
There will be No Visitation. Service and burial will be held privately with the family.
Robert E. Sherwood, 72, of Seneca Drive, Port Allegany, PA passed away peacefully, Monday (Nov. 21, 2022) in UPMC Shady Side Hospital, Pittsburgh.
Born April 15, 1950, in Port Allegany, he was a son of Eugene V. and Elizabeth Z. Hoffman Sherwood.
Robert was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from the Port Allegany High School.
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served with the U.S. Army.
He was employed with several area companies: Ball Corp. and Pittsburgh Corning Co., both of Port Allegany, GKN of Emporium, and most recent as a CNC operator with Case Cutlery Co., of Bradford, before having to retire.
Robert was a member of the VFW, Post 6391, Port Allegany. He was an outdoors person who enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating.
Surviving is a son, Shawn R. Sherwood of Port Allegany; a daughter, Christie L. (Mark) Willcox of Port Allegany; six grandchildren: Jocelyn Lilly and Bria Willcox, both of Port Allegany, Bryce and Cameron Sherwood, both of Lewis Run, Carter Billyard of Port Allegany, and Kinsley Sherwood of Coudersport; a brother, Steven W. (Marlena) Sherwood of Port Allegany; two sisters, Betty G. Springer and Vivian L. Lamont, both of Port Allegany; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
There will be no visitation or funeral service. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Karen M. Murray, 42, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, N.Y.
Family and friends may call from 11am to 1pm on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, 118 South Union Street, Shinglehouse, where funeral services will follow at 1pm.
Members of the Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department and the Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Association will pay their respects at 12:45pm on Saturday in the funeral home.
A complete obituary will follow.
Karen’s family has entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
Beverly J. Higley, 90, a longtime resident of Coudersport, PA passed away with her loving daughter by her side on Saturday, November 19, 2022, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a short illness.
Born on Saturday, September 24, 1932 in Shinglehouse, she was a daughter of LeRoy and Doris Haynes VanDruff. On June 6, 1954 in Ceres, she married Donald D. “Don” Higley, who passed away on November 26, 2013.
Beverly was a graduate of Wellsville (NY) High School.
She was a longtime member and deaconess of the Coudersport Alliance Church. She was a devoted volunteer and supporter of the Alliance Food Bank. Beverly enjoyed solving crossword puzzles. Her greatest loves were the Lord and her family.
Left to cherish her memory are a son, Stuart E. (Virginia) Higley of Lakeland, Florida; a daughter, Ann E. Horn of Coudersport; a grandson, David E. Horn of Coudersport; a granddaughter, Cristy L. Higley of Huntington Beach, California; three great-grandchildren, Darian, Joshua, and Isabella; a sister, Rose Cox of Geneseo, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Beverly was predeceased by an infant daughter, Naomi Sue Higley.
Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at Noon on Saturday, December 10, 2022, in the Coudersport Alliance Church, 7 Alliance Avenue, Coudersport, with Pastor John Dean, officiating.
Please bring a non-perishable food item to be donated in Beverly’s memory to the Alliance Food Pantry.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alliance Food Pantry, 1 Alliance Avenue, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Beverly’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Beverly, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
M. Carol Wismar, 86, of Horner Rd., Wilcox, PA died early Tuesday afternoon, November 22, 2022 at her residence following a short illness.
She was born August 2, 1936 in Wilcox a daughter to the late Linus and Margaret Pavlina Nearing. On January 31, 1958 in St. Anne Church, Wilcox she married James E. Wismar. He preceded him in death on January 9, 2021.
Carol was a lifelong resident of Wilcox, a 1958 graduate of Wilcox High School and was a member of St. Anne’s Church. Carol received a Medal from the US Air Force in 1959 as an Honorary Life Member of the Air Defense Team for Voluntary and Faithful Service in the Ground Observer Corps. for her 8 years of service from 1951 to 1959. Along with her husband, she had worked for the Make-A-Wish Foundation for many years. Devoted to her family, she loved spending time together, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also loved to crochet, flower garden and the backyard birds around her home.
Carol is survived by her children; Wayne Wismar and his wife Kathy of Mt. Pleasant, PA, Donald Wismar and his wife Julie of Wilcox and Tricia, Mrs. Steve Brendel of Wilcox. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and brothers and sisters; Sharon Nearing of Wilcox, Raymond Nearing of Wilcox, Patricia Stauffer of Wilcox and Linus Nearing of Lake City and numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial for Carol Wismar to be conducted at St. Anne’s Church, Wilcox on Friday November 25, 2022 at 10:30 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor as officiant. Interment will be in Wilcox Cemetery.
Visitation will be private.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, Pa.
If desired, memorial contributions should be made in her name to the Wilcox Fire Dep’t., P.O. Box 117, Wilcox, PA 15870 or to the Make-A-Wish Foundation at secure2.wish.org
Joseph M. Miller, 62, of Clark Drive, Bradford, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, November 20, 2022, at the Olean General Hospital, with his wife by his side.
Born on June 15, 1960, in Bradford, was the only son of Lea M. (DelMonego) Miller, of Lewis Run, and the late Francis G. “Bud” Miller. He was a 1978 graduate of Bradford Area High School
On November 15, 2002, he married Bonnie (Nolf) Miller, who survives.
Joe previously worked at Dresser Manufacturing, Trico Industries. He worked for 38 years at McCourt Label retiring on August 31, 2022.
He was a member of the Eagles Club and Pennhills Country Club. He was a season ticket holder at St. Bonaventure basketball games for over 30 years. He was also an avid NY Giants fan.
Surviving are in addition to his mother and wife of 20 years, Bonnie, is one daughter, Jamie (Dave Dracup) Siffrinn, one son, Jeremy (Bobbie) Battles, of Goodyear, AZ, three grandchildren, Kirstin Siffrinn, Brayden Battles and Hayley Battles, two great grandchildren, Hunter Phillips, who was the love of his life, and Rylynn Phillips, one sister-in-law Rhonda (John) Abers, one niece, Stephanie Abers, and one nephew, Matt Abers and several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, and several aunts and uncles.
Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian burial on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at 11:00 AM in Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, Lewis Run, with Rev. John Jacquel pastor, as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Bernard cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to CARE for Children, PO Box 616 Bradford, PA 16701, or a charity of donor’s choice.
Connie C. Henry, 83, of 15 Totten Lane, went to meet her loving Lord and Savior on Sunday November 20, 2022, surrounded by her loving family at Olean General Hospital.
Born August 14, 1939, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late James H. and Nellie (Napher) Erwin. She was a 1957 graduate of Bradford High School.
On February 4, 1967, in the 1st Baptist Church, she married James E. Henry who preceded her in death on June 21, 1999.
Connie worked at Corning Glass prior to marriage. Later she worked at Kmart in the cafeteria, then in the cafeteria for the Bradford Area School District, and later as latchkey worker for 15 years. She retired in 2019. She dearly loved this job loving the kids and was blessed by them and their parents and staff.
She was a member and Deaconess at NewLife Fellowship Church, formerly Foursquare Gospel since 1974.
She is survived by three children, James (Wendy) Henry, Mike (Jill) Henry, all of Bradford, and Mark (Jeanne) Henry, of Mascotte FL, six grandchildren, Jimmy (Taylor), Brandon, Aaron, Ethan, Evan and Ashton, Brianna, two great granddaughters, Emilia and Blakely, her extended family, Kathy Ciolek, Tiffany Ciolek, and Ken (Allison) Ciolek, and one goddaughter, Jessica Thompson, and one nephew Jim (Suzanne) Erwin.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim who she was blessed to be married to for 32 ½ years, her parents, one brother, William E. Erwin, and one nephew, Jerry Erwin.
Family will receive friends on Monday, November 28, 2022, from 10am to 11am in the New Life Fellowship Church, at 11am funeral services will be held with Rev. Matt McDonald and Rev. Jamie McDonald co-officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
In Lieu of flowers she asked to have monies donated to the St. Jude Foundation or the SPCA
Louis CHIOSI, Jr., 67, of Wellsville, NY, died Sunday, November 20, 2022 in his home.
Born October 28, 1955, in Clifton, NJ, he was the son of Louis and Carmen Lydia Fernandez Chiosi.
He attended St. Louis School in Clarksville, MD through 8th grade, then on to Atholton High School in Howard County, MD. After graduation, he was in the US Air Force. While in the Air Force, he was stationed in Germany. Louis enjoyed the German culture and his time there.
He was self-employed through the years. Lou was a classical flamingo guitarist. He found great joy in raising Macaws. In the early 1990’s, he learned the truth about Jehovah God as the creator of the earth. With his strong Bible based hope, he focused on the full-time ministry to share the good news of God’s Kingdom with people. Eventually he served at the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society as a volunteer, there he worked in the welding shop. He loved the hard work and fellow comradery there and had great joy with his friends.
It was at this time he met his lifetime companion Margaret Meyer. They married on May 29, 1993. Over the years, they shared many joys and adventures in the land of the midnight sun, Fairbanks, Alaska. Eventually, they welcomed a precious daughter, Olivia, into their lives. She brought laughter, love, and congeniality. A short time later, they were blessed with a handsome little boy, Austin Louis. Austin was an exciting and nice edition to round out their family.
In 2019, the Chiosis packed up their most meaningful possession and headed to New York where they settled in Wellsville. In Wellsville, Lou found a charming community full of pleasant people and dear friends. He loved the local congregation. On July 1, 2021, Lou once again entered the ranks of a full-time minister. He was able to reach out to many at that time. Also, this new responsibility brought him great blessings. He now was part of what he affectionately called the “gang” a congenial happy group of fellow volunteers. This was an exciting, new chapter in Lou’s life. This brought great happiness and satisfaction despite extreme health issues, he was able to work hard and help others. He was blessed with great joy as a result.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, are: two children, Austin Chiosi and Olivia Chiosi; four siblings, Joseph Chiosi, Christine Chiosi, Kenny Chiosi, and Michael Chiosi; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents.
A memorial service will be held 3:00 PM, Saturday, November 26, 2022 in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Hinsdale, NY. Jack Cairns will preside.
If you wish, you may make a donation to the Worldwide Work at donate.jw.org.
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.
James S. Freer, 82, of Smethport, PA passed away Monday (November 21, 2022) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
He was born November 30, 1939 in Smethport, the son of Robert and Edna (Larson) Freer . On June 16, 1962, in Smethport, he married Carol G. Barrie, who died April 28, 2021.
Jim was a 1958 graduate of Smethport High School. He served in the U.S. Army. Mr. Freer was employed by Quaker State Oil Refinery of Farmers Valley, PA for over 35 years.
He is survived by three sons:
Pat (Katie) Freer and Paul (Tina) Freer, both of Smethport, and James (Shannon Wood) Freer of Port Allegany
Grandchildren: Cody & Kyle Freer, Hunter, Autumn and Olivia Freer, and Evelene Freer
Great Grandchildren: Mason, Gavin and Owen Freer
One sister: Sandy Rogers of Girard, PA
and several nieces and nephews
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and wife.
Funeral services will be held privately with the family. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport.
James “Jamey” Crutchfield, 55, of Kane, PA passed away Saturday (Nov. 19) at UPMC-Hamot.
He was born on Aug. 11, 1967 in Akron, OH the son of Jolene Phillips.
Jamey had worked at the Warren State Hospital, Whirley Industries and Zippo before he had become disabled.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his fiance Kathy Carlson; a daughter, Melissa (Marc) Calzone of Lakewood, NY; two grandsons, Xander and Xavier Calzone; a granddaughter Zoey Calzone; two stepdaughters, Elisha (Brian) Osmer of Kane and Erin (Adam) Baldwin of Raleigh, NC; three brothers, Jeff Crutchfield of Kane, Terry Crutchfield of Akron, OH and Brad Ransom of NC; a sister Tonia Langsdale of Euclid, OH and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the family to help offset funeral service costs. There is a crowd funding page set up on the funeral home website.
Shawn David Taylor, 36, of Derrick City, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022.
He was born on May 17, 1986 in Bradford; a beloved son of Christine and David “Mouse” Taylor of Derrick City.
Shawn attended Derrick City School and he graduated with honors from the Bradford Area High School in 2004.
Surviving in addition to his parents are one brother, Nicholas (Tiffany) Taylor; who was also his business partner at Taylor Roofing; one sister, Shannon Hill; three nieces, Brooke Clouser, Aubrey Hill and Adrian Taylor; three nephews, Jacob Hill, Jack and Colton Taylor; several aunts, uncles and cousins; his maternal grandmother, Audrey Benton and his two cats, Clancy and Cleo.
He was preceded in death by one uncle, Mike Taylor.
Shawn will be remembered for his kind and generous heart, his quick wit and his love of golf and the Buffalo Bills.
The family will receive friends on Friday, November 25, 2022 at the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc. from 12:00 to 3:00 PM with a memorial service to immediately follow at 3:00 PM in the funeral home with the Rev. James Gutting, senior associate pastor of the St. Bernard Catholic Church, officiating.
The family has requested that memorial contributions in Shawn’s name to be made to No Feline Left Behind, P.O. Box 783, Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Gerald “Jerry” E. Carlson, 90, of Warren, PA., died Sunday morning, November 20, 2022, at the home of his daughter, Kathi Goodwill. Jerry was born March 3, 1932, in Rew, PA. He was the son of Algot Clifford and Vera Leona Paterson Carlson. Jerry had resided in Warren, PA., for the past 70 years. He was a graduate of Bradford High School, Bradford, PA. and earned his accounting credentials from Warren Business College.
Jerry was employed as an accountant with several businesses including Nefglo and the former Valentine Disposal. He shared his talents as an accountant for the Warren County Fair Board for many years. Jerry also had his own accounting firm for private citizens. He was an active member of First Salem (Covenant) United Methodist Church, where he was a proud member of the Persuader’s class, led the youth group, and served on the church council. He had served as treasurer on the Warren County Housing Authority Board of Directors. He enjoyed square dancing, traveling, camping, hunting, and fishing. His gardens were a Pine Street legend, with bumper crops that fed family, friends, and neighbors. He was also a member of the Warren Photography Club. Jerry and his wife, Nadine, especially loved spending winters in Florida with Nadine’s siblings and many Warren friends.
He showered his family with unending love and support and a great sense of humor. He was a kind and gentle father, generous with his time and willing to help however he could. A true Swede, he loved his coffee and chocolates and was never caught without hard candy in his pocket. His (explosive) stories of his childhood and youthful shenanigans kept family and friends entertained for years.
He is survived by his 5 children – Vicki Iannuccillo and husband, Emilio of Bristol, R.I., Kathi Goodwill and husband, Steve of Warren, PA., Cindi Reid and husband, Bob of Erie, PA., Keith Carlson and wife, Cathy of Summerville, S.C., Judi Danielson and husband, Gregg of Warren, PA., 2 sisters – Marlene Gray of Northeast, PA., Karen Mellors of Ripley, N.Y., 14 grandchildren 13 great grandchildren, 1 great great granddaughter, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Nadine Dolores Flanders Carlson whom he married September 12, 1953, in Sawyer, PA., who died November 9, 2019, 2 brothers-Melvin and Kenneth Carlson, 1 sister – Virginia Shaw, 1 grandson – Kevin Goodwill, 1 great grandson – Gabriel Reynolds.
A Memorial Service will be conducted on Friday, November 25, 2022, from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 1624 Pennsylvania Avenue East, Warren, PA., followed by a funeral service with Rev. Ralph Culp, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Warren County Memorial Park, Warren, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave., Warren, PA. 16365 www.hospiceofwarrencounty.org E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Mary Alice “Sis” Dalaba, 74, of Port Allegany, passed away Sunday (November 20, 2022) at her home in Port Allegany.
She was born March 15, 1948 in Port Allegany, the daughter of Alfred and Mary (Sherwood) Knell. On Feb. 25, 1965, in Port Allegany, PA, she married Jack A. Dalaba, who died Jan. 20, 2010.
Mary Alice was a 1966 graduate of Port Allegany High School. She worked as a book keeper for Falk Florist and Knell’s Sporting Goods, both in Port Allegany. She worked for her father and later operated the sporting goods store.
Mary Alice enjoyed hunting and fishing, going to Chautauqua Lake, and was instrumental in organizing and attending her class reunions. She enjoyed shooting pool and socializing with friends and family. She loved to attend John Koester’s AMA Professional Hill Climbing events.
She is survived by:
Two daughters: Tammie (Adam) Reinard and Robin (David) Russell, both of Port Allegany three grandchildren: Brittany (John Koester) Reinard, Tiffany (Kevin) Gledhill, and Lindsay (Derrik) Lathrop five great grandchildren: Ashley, Aaron and Anderson Lathrop and Isaac & Rylee Gledhill one brother: Joseph (Juanita) Knell of Port Allegany one sister-in-law Carol Knell of Duke Center and several nieces and nephews
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and James Knell.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 25, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, where funeral services will be held on Saturday, November, 26, at 11 AM, with the Rev. Roger Laktash, officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Port Allegany Ambulance Association. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Beverly J. Higley, 90, a longtime resident of Coudersport, passed away unexpectedly with her loving daughter by her side on Saturday, November 19, 2022, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Vixen A. (Wojciechowski) Domenus, age 71, of Morris, PA, died on Sunday, November 20, 2022.
She was born on June 28, 1951 in Riverside, NJ a daughter of the late Frank and Theresa (Reale) Wojciechowski and was married for 40 years to Edward C. Domenus.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Eugene Alton Yentzer, II(Huey), 66, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Friday (November 18, 2022) at his home in Port Allegany.
He was born November 29,1955 in Coudersport, the son of Eugene Alton Yentzer and Arda DeNio Herbstritt.
Mr. Yentzer attended Austin Schools and was a veteran of the US Army serving during the Vietnam war.
Mr. Yentzer was a truck driver, employed by Campbell Trucking for many years. He was a member of the American Legion Frank Burt Post of Port Allegany. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time with his family and cruzin’ around town with his dog Gizmo.
He is survived by his father Eugene Yentzer, I of Port Allegany. Four sisters: Jenny Yentzer of Coudersport PA, Dawn (Gary) Bacon of Austin PA, Holly Herbstritt of New Port, TN and Kim McClain of Johnson City, TN.
One brother; Robert (Cheri) Yentzer of Port Allegany PA.
Several step-bothers and step-sisters and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother and nephew Eugene (Gump) Yentzer, III.
There will be no visitation. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later time and date to be announced.
Memorials may be made to VA Hospital in Bath, NY. Condolences can be sent to Jenny Yentzer, 79 Mapleview Lane, Coudersport, PA 16915 or online condolences may be made at http://www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com/
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany
Former Warren County Sheriff Larry E. Kopko, Sr., 74, of Kent, Ohio and formerly of Warren, PA., died Thursday afternoon, November 17, 2022, after a 19 month battle with esophageal cancer. Larry was born December 15, 1947, in Washington, PA.
He had served with the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War as a Staff Sergeant. He earned a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree with a major in Criminal Justice from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and a graduate of National Sheriff’s Institute, Longmont Colorado. He also graduated from Rural Executive Management Institute from Little Rock, Arkansas and the FBI’s Great Lakes Leadership School, Niagara Falls, N.Y.
Larry had resided in Warren, Pa., for 44 years, where he was employed as a Patrolman with the Warren Borough Police Department, and then was Lieutenant with Conewango Township Police Department. In January of 1992, he became Sheriff of Warren County. While Sheriff he was instrumental in the DUI effort in Warren County, having deputies participating. In DUI roadblocks and checkpoints, as well as the Drug Task Force, the Buckle Up Program and Domestic Violence Task Force.
While Sheriff, his department was cited by Superintendent of the New York State Police and the Governor of Pennsylvania on the apprehension of a most wanted felon in New York State who had shot and wounded two New York State Troopers and killed another Trooper. Larry retired in 2012, after 20 years serving as Sheriff. He was a teacher at Jamestown Community College, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and National Sheriffs Association. Larry had served as Past Vice Chairman of the National Sheriffs Association Homeland Security Committee.
Larry was a member of Holy Family R.C. Church in Stow, Ohio and a former member of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, Warren, PA.
He is remembered by his family, as a man who always put his family first, he loved spending time with his wife, children and especially his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him and loved him.
Larry is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ann Marie Catuzzi Kopko whom he married in 1969 in Buffalo, N.Y., 3 Children – James A. Kopko and wife, Leah of Bay Village, Ohio, Joseph A. Kopko and wife, Elizabeth of Mt. Lebanon, PA., Marie E. Burke and husband, Rocco of Streetsboro, Ohio, 1 Sister – Debbie Harshey and husband, Larry of Atlasburg, PA., 5 Grandchildren – Carmen, Carter, Andrew, Giuliana, Mattea, several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Shuba, 1 Son – Larry E. Kopko, Jr. who died November 3, 2010.
As a final selfless act, Larry chose to donate his body to the Cleveland Clinic Research Group in hopes of learning more about the effects of agent orange and Camp LeJeune water on veterans.
Friends may call in the gathering space of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, 11 Russell Street, Warren, PA., on Saturday, November 26, 2022, from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 Noon when a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted by Fr. Stephen Schreiber, Pastor, officiating. The family is requesting that masks be worn during the visitation and funeral mass due to immune compromised attendees. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery, next to his son, Larry Jr.
Family requests memorial contributions may be made to Semper Fi & America’s Fund, 825 College Blvd., Suite 102, PMB 609, Oceanside, CA 92057 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
H. Robert Hampson, 88, passed away at Warren General Hospital on Friday, November 5, 2021. He was born May 27, 1933, in Warren. His parents were Harold S. and Louise Goethchius Hampson.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Durham Hampson, whom he married on October 26, 1963 and who died on April 28, 2000, and by his brothers Rodney L. Hampson and Thomas M. Hampson.
He is survived by his son, Philip L. Hampson, and his wife, Becky Baughman Hampson, of Warren, Pennsylvania, and his daughter, Susan Hampson Wortman, and her husband, Christian F. Wortman, of Falls Church, Virginia, as well as by his five grandchildren, Callie and Ben Hampson and Ella, Julia, and Sophia Wortman. He is also survived by Mary Ann Allinger, his devoted legal assistant and dear family friend, with whom he worked for fifty-eight years.
He was a graduate of Warren High School, Class of 1951, Cornell University, and Duke University Law School. He proudly served in the US Army, which he often cited throughout his life as an important formative experience.
Mr. Hampson was a third generation Warren County lawyer. His grandfather, Thomas Lee Hampson (1865-1935), and his father, Harold S. Hampson (1897-1976), practiced law in the community before him.
Bob served as Assistant District Attorney and as District Attorney before returning to private practice in 1970. He was a member and former president of the Warren County Bar Association. He was a member of the North Warren Presbyterian Church, where he had served as a Deacon and an Elder. He was active in numerous civic organizations, including the following: Director and Past President of the Warren County Motor Club (AAA), Board of Directors of the Warren YMCA, and Advisory Board of the Salvation Army. He served as Boy Scout Leader, incorporated and served as a Director of Crimestoppers, Inc, served as Director and advisor to Westview Cemetery Association, incorporated and served as an advisor to Warren ARC Enterprises (now Bollinger Enterprises, Inc), worked on fund drives and served as an advisor to the North Warren Volunteer Fire Department, was a Director and past President of Northern Allegheny Conservation Association, served as Director of the Warren County Historical Society, and was a member of the Warren Kiwanis, which included serving as a regular Salvation Army ‘bell ringer’ during the Christmas holiday season. He participated in the Audubon Annual Christmas Bird Count in Warren County for more than 50 years. He was an avid reader, jazz enthusiast, Duke basketball fan, bird watcher, and most importantly proud Grandfather.
His parents met at the Warren Public Library. Memorial donations can be made at the Library to the Hampson Memorial Fund.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted Saturday, November 26, 2022, at the former Irvinedale Elementary School, 8 Hohman Road, Warren, PA., from 12 Noon until 4:00 P.M.
Elizabeth Josephine “Betty” Dickey, 85, of Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys and formerly of Grove St., Johnsonburg, PA died Saturday morning, November 19, 2022 at Penn Highlands-DuBois.
She was born on April 14, 1937 in St. Marys a daughter to the late Bernard and Caroline Schutz Schreiber. On January 25, 1958 in Queen of the World Church, St. Marys she married Joseph Larue Dickey. He preceded her in death on October 29, 2019.
Betty had grown up in St. Marys and attended St. Marys public schools. She had lived the last two years at Elk Haven in St.Marys and had lived most of her life in Johnsonburg. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church.
She had been a member of the Johnsonburg Fire Dep’t. Women’s Aux. for over 50 years and was found one of the founding members of the Central Hose Co. Women’s Aux. She loved to play the guitar late into her retirement, still playing for the residents of Elk Haven. She loved to go “up the line” to the Casino in Salamanca, she was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and she loved to do arts and crafts at Elk Haven.
Betty had been retired from St. Marys Carbon after over 30 years of service.
She is survived by her children; Dody, Mrs. John Predko of Ridgway, Robert Dickey and his wife Penny of Ridgway, Gary Dickey and his companion Kelly Shaver of Fuquay Varina, NC and Donald Dickey of Raleigh, NC. She is also survived by grandchildren Johnny Predko, Brittany Predko and companion Bill Logue, and a great-grandson Payton Predko and by her sisters Alice Schreiber of Hendersonville, TN and Donna Palmer of St. Marys.
In addition to her parents and husband, Betty is predeceased by a son Joseph Larue Dickey, Jr. in 1962 and brothers James, Bernie and Gary Schreiber and Bernard Schreiber in infancy.
Funeral Services and interment for Elizabeth J. “Betty” Dickey will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, Pa.
If desired, memorial contributions should be made in her name to the Johnsonburg Fire Dep’t., 99 Clarion Rd., Johnsonburg, PA 15845 or to Elk Haven Nursing Home Activities Dep’t., 785 Johnsonburg Rd., St. Marys, PA 15857.
Teresa J. “Terrie Jo” Mullen, 58, of Slack Hollow, Eldred, PA passed away Friday (November 18, 2022), at the Olean General Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 18, 1964 at Fort Monroe, Norfolk, Va., she was the daughter of Luther J. and Gloria J. Barnes Mullen.
Teresa was a 1983 graduate of Otto Eldred Schools. She then went on to obtain her CNA, and previously worked at Lake View Health Care and Rehab in Smethport for many years.
Teresa was very family oriented, especially with her two sons and her grandchildren. She loved gardening and canning with her devoted fiancé Rodney Mosher, listening to music, reading her books and watching her hummingbirds. She was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Teresa loved her fur babies, spending time with her horses, attending the McKean County fair and seeing her sons participate in the Demolition Derby. Bonfires, camping, and just being outside with nature were another way she loved to spend her time.
Surviving are two sons, Lance (Charlotte) Mullen, Shane (Carol) Mullen; her fiancé Rodney Mosher; seven stepsons, Zach Windsor, Ryan Tripp, Bill Freer, Jared McClain, Clint Fenton, and Tim Hand; two sisters, Vanessa (Ron) Scutt and Melissa (Les) Gallup; and three grandchildren, Chevelle Mullen, Izayah Mullen, Jayson Bennett; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death including her parents is one stepson, Sam Miller; and one grandson, Leo Mullen.
Following Teresa’s wishes there will be no services at this time, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Lewis G. Windsor, 36, of Turtlepoint, PA passed away Saturday (November 19, 2022) in Port Allegany.
He was born December 23, 1985 in Coudersport, the son of Matthew and Cheryl Mack Windsor.
He was a 2004 graduate of Port Allegany High School and Received an electrical degree from Pittsburgh Aeronautics. He was employed by Gulfstrean Areospace of Savannah, GA., as an aviation electrician. His job took him to Massachusetts in 2019 and back home to Port Allegany, where he was able to work form home as a trouble shooter.
Lewis was active in Port Allegany High School Athletics, such as track & field, wrestling and having helped start the Cross Country program.
He enjoyed hunting, boating and was an avid Penn State Nittany Lions fan.
He is survived by his parents, Matthew and Cheryl Windsor of Turtlepoint
Two brothers: Jeff (Chelsea) Nunly of Oklahoma, and Jacob (Lindsey) Windsor of Turtlepoint, PA.
One sister; Melissa (RuBen) Redmond of Burtville, PA.
Great uncle Arthur Windsor and great uncle and aunt Harlan and Cynthia Lindsey both of
Turtlepoint, PA.
Several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grand parents, James and Patience Windsor, as well as his maternal grand parents, George and Edith Mack.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 25, 2022 from 1 to 3 PM at Birch Grove Mennonite Church, Two Mile Rd., Port Allegany, where funeral services will start at 3 PM with Rev. Dale Detweller, pastor, officiating.
