Savilla Ann “Sally” Scott, 87, of 11 Cole Avenue, Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, at her residence.
Born on July 27, 1935, in Titusville, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Katherine (Bretherton) Myers.
On November 27, 1952, in Bradford, she married Adrian “Scotty” Scott, who passed away October 9, 2001.
Sally worked in the repair department at Zippo for 37 years. She was the oldest member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 212 and member of the Bradford American Legion Post 108.
Surviving are three daughters, Cathy S. Dunn, of, Braford, Sherrie L. Germano, of Ischua, NY, and Natalie M. Goff, of Bradford, eight grandchildren, several great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by parents, husband of 48 years, one son, Jack Scott, who passed away in 2007, and two sisters, Nancy Mckune and Judith Wymer.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Sally’s Life on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 2:00 PM, at the VFW, Post 212 in Bradford.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Post 212, Friendship Table, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Barbara K. Ness, 88, of Smethport, PA passed away Sunday (January 8, 2023) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.
She was born May 18, 1934 in Charleroi, PA, the daughter of Frank Kaziska and Virginia Zeli Kaziska. On August 16, 1952, in St. Gabriel’s Church, Port Allegany, PA, she married Daniel N. Ness, who died March 22, 2005.
Mrs. Ness was a graduate of Port Allegany High School and attended Lock Haven Teachers College. Barb worked at Corning Glass of Bradford.
Barb was a longtime member of the Smethport Senior Center. She served as President of The Elderberries from 2007 to 2016. Under Barb’s presidency, the center obtained a grant to renovate the facility to make it handicapped accessible, renovate the restrooms, kitchen, add a new addition, and update the heating system with an energy efficient boiler. In 2011, the Senior Center was the designated official meeting site for the Smethport Chamber of Commerce and was presented with a plaque by the Chamber recognizing the center volunteers for their outstanding service to the community as the Community Service Organization of the Year.
Barb enjoyed reading, travel, spending time with family/friends and playing cards/board games. Those of us who played cards and board game with Barb knew to keep an eye on her because she had a way of bending the rules in her favor. During the fall, Barb enjoyed cheering on her beloved Pittsburgh Steelers.
She is survived by:
Two daughters: JoAnn (David) Tanner of Port Allegany and Lois (Joseph) Kinney of Vine Grove, KY
Two sons: Daniel Ness, II and Stephen (Tiffany) Ness, both of Smethport
Grandchildren: Tony (Erin) Tanner of Port Allegany, Nathan Tanner of Port Allegany, Kathrine (Michael) Vinson of Jacksonville, AR, Sarah Lawson of Johnstown, OH, Nicole (Andrew) Burritt of Bradford, Samantha (Tony) Harris of Shinglehouse, Stephen Ness, II of Phoenix, AZ, and Madison Conn of Smethport
Great grandchildren: Victoria, Alyssa and Arlen Tanner, Alanna and Madeline Vinson, Omerie Lawson, Waylon and Marina Burritt and Sawyer Harris
One brother: Joseph (Jane) Kaziska of Port Allegany
And many nieces and nephews
In addition to her parents and husband, Barb was preceded in death by a daughter, Jane Winn on June 8, 2022, three sisters, Gloria Tauscher, Patricia O’Toole and May Amell, and two brothers, Ralph and Floyd Kaziska.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 16, 2023, from 9-11 AM, from the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 2 Bank St., Smethport, where funeral services will be held at 11 AM with the Rev. Thomas Brown, officiating. Committal will be in St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Smethport.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Smethport Senior Center. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
The family of Bob Denlinger wish to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone for the cards, flowers and food. Your prayers, calls and visits were greatly appreciated.
Your support during this difficult time was a great comfort to all of the family and will always be remembered.
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend
William Devella Dexter, 85, of Lawrenceville, PA, died Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in the Grand Strand Memorial Hospital, Myrtle Beach, SC.
Born August 5, 1937, in the Blossburg Hopsital, PA, he was the 4th son and 8th child of Fred and Mabel Luella Hart Dexter. Just out of high school he and his brother Allen played guitars and sang at roller rinks and other public places.
He was employed with Corning Glass Works for 37 years where he was a skilled tradesman also known as a platinum smith. He retired when he was 55 and enjoyed life until he passed. He either played or listened to bluegrass or classis country music most of the day.
In the late 60’Star and early 70’s, he, his sister, Ruth, her husband, Bill, and others formed a bluegrass country band called The Country Travelers and played at town old home days, jamborees, several bars including the Moose Lodge in Elkand, PA, a Saturday radio show on WFRM in Coudersport, PA for a couple years and a couple times on TV on George Varney’s Music show.
He was a lifetime member with the Moose Lodge.
He came from a family of 8 sisters and 4 brothers. Surviving him is his 4th brother, Clifton (Helen) Dexter of Westfield PA, and his 5th sister, Dorothy Bruce of Wellsboro PA, his very close friend Jeannie Hager of Lawrenceville PA, daughter Vivian (Terry) Martin of Myrtle Beach SC, and their 2 sons, Sean and Ethan. 10 other siblings who passed before him are, Norris (Sara) Dexter, Evelyn (Jack) Johnston, Lola (Joe) Shabloski, Marietta (Fred) Coupe, Jim (Pat) Dexter, Doris (John) Young, Allen (Lucy) Dexter, Ruth (Bill) Schweigart, Sandra Dexter, Linda Dexter and his granddaughter, Rachel Martin.
He is cremated and will be buried in the Tioga County Memorial Gardens.
A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at The Ven-You, 174 Water Tower Road, Lawrenceville, PA 16929, on Saturday, July 22nd from 2pm-5pm. Everyone is invited! Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Please come and share your memories with other friends and our family!
On Friday, January 6, 2023 at 10:15 PM surrounded by family, our precious husband and dad, Eugene N. “Gene” MILLER, ran into heaven.
Friends may call Thursday, January 12, 2023 from 1:00 – 3:00 and 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Yorks Corners Mennonite Church, 3350 County Road 29, Wellsville, NY, where Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 1:00 PM. Co-pastor Matt Havens will officiate. Burial will be in Yorks Corners Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Penn-York Camp, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948 or Yorks Corners Mennonite Church, 3350 County Road 29, Wellsville, NY 14895.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Mark R. Wachob, 83, of Wilcox, died on Monday, January 9, 2023, at Jefferson Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
He was born on July 13, 1939, Henderson Twp, a son of the late Mark and Elva Reed Wachob.
On October 20, 1962, he married Peggy Pifer who survives.
Mark was a member of Nazareth Lutheran Church in Wilcox and a graduate of Sykesville – Henderson High School. After graduating from high school, Mark joined the U.S Army serving from 1960 to 1963. He worked at Sylvania and retired after 37 years of service. He loved to hunt rabbits with his dog and was member of the Rolfe Beagle Club. Mark spent his free time hunting, fishing, and woodworking.
In addition to his loving wife of 60 years, he is survived by 4 daughters; Janet Gay and her husband W.R of Richmond, VA, Monica Martin and her husband Sheldon of Stowe, PA, Dorrie Wachob and her boyfriend Dan Wonderling of Johnsonburg, and Courtney Fleming and her husband Scott of St. Marys, 8 grandchildren; Kirk, and Anthony Martin, Nathaniel and Mason Krise, Emma Gay, Reed and Ruby Fleming, and 2 great-grandchildren, Booker and Peyton Martin. He is also survived by 5 brothers; Dorsey (Katherine) Wachob of Punxsutawney, Melvin (Donna) Wachob of Reynoldsville, Earl (Linda) Wachob of Ridgway, Boyd Wachob of Reynoldsville and Paul Wachob of Reynoldsville, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Nora Beck.
A Memorial Service for Mark R. Wachob will be celebrated on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 11:00AM at the Nazareth Lutheran Church, 252 Kane Street, Wilcox PA 15870.
Memorial contributions can be made to Wilcox Volunteer Fire Department, P.O Box 117, Wilcox PA 15870.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Randon L. Moore, 59, of Walnut St. in Kane, passed away Sunday (Jan. 8) at his residence. He was born on April 23, 1963 in Brookville, the son of Naomi “Jean” (Allshouse) Moore and the late Norris Moore. On July 18, 2009, he married Vernie Gadley, who survives.
Mr. Moore had been a self employed logger earlier in his life and then worked for several local lumber companies until his health forced his retirement.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by one daughter, Jennifer Moore of Kane; one son, Daniel (Jenya) Moore of Strattanville; two nephews, Joshua (Ashlie) Moore of Kane and Patrick Moore of Pittsburgh; one niece, Christina Moore of Pittsburgh; two granddaughters, Anyssa and Ava Feronti; and four stepsons, Ed Gadley, TJ Feronti, Dustin Feronti and Gage Feronti. He is preceded in death by his father Norris Moore, Sr. and his brother Norris “Tink” Moore, Jr.
Friends are invited to a visitation, which will take place at the Cummings Funeral Home on Friday (Jan. 13) from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Toni Jeanne (Holmes) Bean, 69, of Welsh St. in Kane, passed away Sunday (Jan. 8) at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born on Oct. 6, 1953 in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Gerald and Olive (Wendleburg) Holmes.
Mrs. Bean worked as a certified nursing assistant at the Lutheran Home at Kane for over 22 years. She will be sadly missed by her family.
She is survived by one daughter, Lisa Holmes of Kane; one two sons, Kenneth and Justin Holmes, both of Kane; four brothers, Kenneth Holmes of Kane, Scott Holmes of Texas, Francis Holmes of Warren and Richard Holmes of Warren and sister in-law Paula Holmes.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister Gerry Lynn Holmes.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service, which will take place at the Cummings Funeral Home on Monday (Jan. 16) at 11:00 a.m., with the Rev. Calvin Cook officiating. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Terry Lupole, 60, of Park Ave. in Kane, passed away Friday (Jan. 6) at UPMC-Hamot. He was born on April 26, 1962 in Kane, the son of Bevery (Taylor) Lupole and the late Robert Lupole. On Sep 22, 2001 in Kane he married Betsy Edinger, who survives.
Terry served in the US Army for five years. He then worked at Kane Magnetics and then Temple-Inland. He was a past member of the Kane Elks Lodge #329 and a current member of the Kane VFW Lodge 1132.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Kayla Lupole of Kane; one grandson, Dallas Lupole of Kane and three brothers, Allen Lupole, Bob Lupole and Scott (Sheila) Lupole all of Kane.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday (Jan. 14) at 11:00 a.m. at the Cummings Funeral Home, with the Rev. Cam Mealy officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to the Kane VFW, 95 Wetmore Ave. Kane, PA 16735.
Amy R. Hoffman, 34, of Edinboro, PA, formerly of Port Allegany, passed away unexpectedly Saturday (Jan. 7, 2023) in Edinboro, PA.
Born December 20, 1988, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Ralph E. and Carol Lute Hoffman.
She was a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 2007, and Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL, with a BS in Journalism.
Amy was a customer service representative for Disabled Veterans Solutions of Erie, PA.
She was an avid reader & writer of short stories. She enjoyed music, cooking, and traveling to places like Los Angeles, CA or New York City, NY, but most of all she loved her nieces and nephews.
She was a strong willed, brave, sophisticated, and intelligent person who will be missed by many.
Surviving in addition to her father, Ralph Hoffman of Port Allegany, are two brothers, Ralph E. (Rebecca) Hoffman, Jr. of North Augusta, SC, Dustin A. (Olivia) Hoffman of Ulysses, PA; six sisters, Brianna L. (Anthony Hatzell) Hoffman of Portville, NY, Sarna R. (Anthony) Wiley of Port Allegany, Angela M. (Nathan) Kio of Fairview, PA, Barbara A. (Thomas Bennett) Hoffman of Roulette, Michelle E. (Camron) Haggard of Gulfport, MS, and Rebeccah J. (Travis) Mix of Port Allegany.
She was preceded in death by her mother Carol Hoffman.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials can be made to: Make A Wish Foundation, 100 Sylvan Pkwy., Buffalo, NY. 14228
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to: Angela Kio, 7225 Willow Way, Fairview, PA 164
Janice M. Rennells, 72, of Baxter Rd., passed away Sunday (Jan. 8, 2023) in her home, surrounded by her family.
Born January 7, 1951, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Richard S. and Wilma A. Carlson Klein. On Oct. 23, 1970, in Port Allegany, she married Herman “Curly” Rennells, who died June 14, 2021. They were married 50 years.
Jan worked as a waitress for the former Elliott’s Bakery, former Kupper’s Kitchen, and a school aide with Port Allegany School District, but most recently in quality control with the Pittsburgh Corning Co., Port Allegany, before her retirement.
She loved animals especially “Bubbie” her beloved chimpanzee. She raised Bernese mountain dogs and a variety of exotic animals. Janice was known for her flowers and well-groomed farm, where she spent much of life, with her husband “Curly”.
Surviving is a daughter, Karmella K. Rennells of Eldred; three grand-children: Levi Mahon, Rikki Rennells, Janice Bair; and three great-grandchildren: Alaina, Olivia, and Lila Kay.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband “Curly”, a son, Joseph R. Rennells, and a grandson, Wade Kio.
A private celebration of life will be held Sunday (Jan. 15, 2023) at the family farm, with Rev. James Kazimer, officiating. Burial will be in the Rennells Family Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials can be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.
Condolences can be made to: Karmella Rennells, Main St. Eldred, PA 16731
John Sidney Pearsall, 91, of Rochester, formerly of Shinglehouse, Pa., passed away in his home on Saturday, January 7, 2023.
Born on Saturday, March 7, 1931, in Olean, he was a son of John S. Sr. and Sarah Woodard Pearsall.
John was a graduate of Shinglehouse High School. He was a US Navy veteran having served during the Korean War.
John graduated from Alfred University and received two Masters degrees from Columbia University.
He worked as a system analyst for National Biscuit Company (Nabisco), Chase Manhattan Bank, and the Rochester Public Library, retiring in January of 1981.
He was a former member of the Shinglehouse United Methodist Church and a former member of Sharon Lodge #598 F. & A.M. in Shinglehouse. John volunteered for over 30 years at the Strong National Museum of Play and the Rochester Civic Garden Center.. He served on the board of the Friends of Mt. Hope Cemetery in Rochester for over 30 years. He enjoyed travel and visited most of the United States, nearly all the countries of Europe, several countries in the Far East, North Africa, Mexico, and South America.
Surviving are several close and caring friends.
In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by a brother, James H. Pearsall; and his partner, Edward P. Rosenberg.
Private funeral services will be held in the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home in Shinglehouse, Pa., with Pastor Clint Pearsall of the First Baptist Church, Shinglehouse, officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Friends of Mt. Hope Cemetery, PO Box 18713, Rochester, NY 14618-0713 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
John entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, Pa.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of John, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Migonette A. “Midge” Houghtaling, 67, of Coudersport, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, January 8, 2023 at UPMC – Cole. She was born on May 16, 1955 in Saint Marys, the daughter of the late Frederick “Boots” and Loretta (Hixon) Forsythe. Midge married Timothy E. Houghtaling on December 29, 1990 and recently celebrated their 32 wedding anniversary.
Midge was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1973. She worked many years for Adelphia and worked as a paralegal for many attorneys in the Coudersport area.
Midge was a faithful member of the Gospel Tabernacle, Coudersport. She was a gifted artist, loved doing arts and crafts, and was a talented writer. She had written many articles and songs and also enjoyed playing guitar and singing. Midge also loved to bake. She used her baking skills at Jack’s Bakery, the Gospel Tabernacles Conventions, and for family and friends in the area.
In addition to her husband Tim, Midge is survived by six sons, Ray (Jamie Fetzer) Morales of Coudersport; Ken (Beth) Morales of Winter Garden, FL; Mark Morales of Davidson, MI; Chris Houghtaling of Roulette; Justin (Elena) Houghtaling of Springfield, IL; Travis (Brenda) Houghtaling of Detroit, MI; a daughter, Shana (Corey) Jean of Montgomery; 14 grandchildren, Jeri, Keelin, Mikayla, Wyatt, Xander, Kloie, Keyaira, Emera, Ayrelle, Laconic, Bryson, Emmy, Temperance, Averyania, and 2 great grandchildren, Desmond and Ana Marie. In addition to her parents, Midge was preceded in death by a brother, Fredrick Forsythe and two sisters, Rose Mae Whitt and Gloria Jean Forsythe.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects Thursday, January 12, 2023 from 12 to 1pm at the Gospel Tabernacle, 420 US Route 6 West, Coudersport. A funeral service will immediately follow with Pastor John Minor, officiating.
The family suggest memorial contributions in Midge’s name be made to the Gospel Tabernacle.
The family has entrusted Midge’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home 210 N. East Street Coudersport, PA 16915. To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Dennis L. “Snuffy” YOUNG, 67, of Belmont, NY, died Sunday, January 8, 2023 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Born May 1, 1955, in Wellsville, he was the son of Leon and Helen Howden Young. On July 13, 1974, in Belmont, he married Kristine S. Perkins, who survives. A graduate of Belmont High School, he attended BOCES for welding and became a certified welder. He was employed by Wayne Feeds in Belmont, Nicholas Bucci as a contractor at Friendship Dairies, Air Preheater as a welder, and A.L. Blades for 27 years as a heavy equipment operator. Dennis was a life member of the Belmont Fire Company, where he held many positions. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding motorcycle, and demolition derby where he was a past winner at the Allegany County Fair. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Surviving besides his wife, Kristine, are: his mother, Helen; a daughter, Stacy (Bryan) Schmidt of Belmont; a son, Dane (Erika) Young of Caledonia; seven grandchildren, Kohl Kozlowski, Kaylee Kozlowski, Whitney Young, Sierra Quinlan, Breanna Yanni, Maximilian Wilson, and Mia Wilson; two great-grandchildren, Giovanni Yanni and Rory Quinlan; a brother, Randy (Carrie) Young of Arizona; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father; a brother, Michael “Kevin” Young; and his grandfather who he was close with, Forrest Young. A graveside service will be held on 1:00 PM, Monday, January 16, 2023 at Forest Hills Cemetery, Belmont. Rev. Dr. Stephen Crowell will officiate.
A luncheon will follow at Off Duty in Belmont. Memorials may be made to Amity Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 62, Belmont, NY 14813 or to Connect Life at http://www.connectlife.org/make-a-financial-contribution. Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Judy A. Hewitt, 74, of Bradford, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Bradford Manor.
Born March 23, 1948, in Olean NY, she was a daughter of the late Cecil Howard Morris Sr., and Betty Marie (Stevens) Morris.
Judy was a homemaker.
Surviving is one daughter, Connie Sauve, of Enola, one son, Mark (Candy) Williams, of Magnolia DE, 3 grandchildren, Wesley Williams, Harlee Williams, and Derec Sauve, two brothers, Tom (Debra) Morris, of Bradford, and Cecil “Corky” Morris, of Eldred, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Donald E. Morris, Larry Joe Morris, and Robert Dean Morris, and one sister, Barbara K. Morris.
At the family’s request there will be no public services.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, or the charity of the donor’s choice.
Judith A. HANES, 84, of Mills, PA, formerly of Falls Village and Southport, CT, died Friday, January 6, 2023 in UPMC Williamsport, Williamsport, PA.
A graveside service for Judy and Joe will be held this summer in Parker Hill Cemetery, Sunderlinville on a date and time to be announced. Memorials may be made to Ulysses Library, P.O. Box 316, Ulysses, PA 16948. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Patricia A. “Pat” Lookenhouse, 69, of Russell, PA, passed away on Sunday January 8, 2023, in the John and Orpha Blair Hospice House, after a brief illness.
She was born in Warren, PA on December 5, 1953, the daughter of the late Larry M. and Joan Brinkley Owen. Pat was a graduate of Warren High School. She worked for Blair for 43 years, retiring in 2014. On December 20th, 1969, she married the love of her life, Ronald Lookenhouse, and they celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary last December.
Pat loved her family, her sons, and her grandchildren. She loved to attend their sport’s programs and was their most loyal supporter. Pat was very active in 4-H programs when her sons were growing up. She enjoyed going shopping, going to the casino, and enjoyed bingo with her sister and best friend. She also enjoyed reading anything Stephen King.
In addition to her husband, Ronald, she is survived by her two sons Randy Lookenhouse and wife Rhonda and Jesse Lookenhouse and wife Jessica, all of Russell, Pa; grandchildren Ashley Lookenhouse and husband Jeff, of Portland, Oregon, Wyatt and Tanner Lookenhouse of Russell, Pa; one sister Diana Hoffner and husband Bob of Warren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A celebration of Pat’s life will be held on Saturday January 14th, 2023, at 11:00 am in the Wiltsie Community Church, 2981 Swede Hill Rd. Russell, PA 16345, with the Rev. Todd Venman, pastor, officiating. A luncheon will follow the service in the church. Burial will be in Swede Hill Cemetery at a later date. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave. Warren, PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
ROULETTE, Pa.—Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation for Richard C. “Dick” Gustin, 86, of Roulette, from 12 noon to 1pm on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the Riverside United Methodist Church, 39 River Street, Roulette, where a Celebration of Life will follow at 1pm with Pastor Matt Howe, officiating, Burial will be in Sartwell Creek Cemetery.
Members of the Potter County Honor Guard will accord military honors on Saturday at the church.
Dick passed away on December 22, 2022.
Dick’s family has entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
William F. Bartges, 88, of Laurel Lane, Kersey, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 at the home of his daughter, surrounded by his family. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.
Jolene R. Wolfe, 58, of Wilcox, PA, passed away at her home on Friday, January 6, 2023, following a short illness. She was born on January 9, 1964 in DuBois, PA, a daughter of the James L. Amitrone and Virginia “Rita” Tamburlin Amitrone, who survives of Brockway.
On March 24, 1984, at Johnsonburg PA, she married the late David A. Wolfe, who preceded her in death on December 30, 2016.
Jolene was a 1982 graduate of Brockway High School and then earned her LPN degree, working over the years at DuBois Hospital, Elk County General Hospital, and Kane Lutheran Home. She retired in 2011 as the Health and Safety Administrator for Owens-Illinois in Brockway. An avid gardener, Jolene loved spending time outdoors, visiting the coast of Maine, being active, and hiking. She was a talented weaver, often creating beautiful textiles on her loom. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by 2 daughters; Kara Bauer and her husband Devin of St. Marys and Kala Wolfe of Seattle, WA; by two grandchildren; Lyla and David, and by her companion; Lance Hasney of Wilcox. She is also survived by three siblings; Teresa (John) O’Herron, Deborah (Kevin) Wain, and James (Sherry) Amitrone, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services for Jolene R. Wolfe will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 12:00 PM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Behcet’s Disease Association.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Roberta J. “Bobbe” Blessel, 74, of 40 West Fifth Street, Emporium, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her brothers, sister and sister-in-laws at Penn Highlands Elk, St. Marys, PA on Saturday morning (January 7, 2023) following a brief illness.
She was born September 30, 1948 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of
the late John and Norma Stewart Gore. On April 18, 1970 in Warren, PA. she married the late Melvin Blessel who died May 14, 2000.
Bobbe graduated from Cameron County High School in 1966 Upon graduation she worked in the office at Sylvania in Emporium than in the office complex at Speer Carbon in St. Mary’s
She and husband Mel moved to Kansas where she worked in the banking business where they purchased a tavern. After selling the tavern they returned to Emporium and opened up a women and children’s store. Having a passion for resale shops she opened up her own which grew into performing estate appraisals for area banks. Eventually she went into the furniture business with her husband, maintaining two stores one in Emporium and another in St. Mary’s. She was an avid bowler for many years. Upon retirement she pursued her lifelong passion of crafting and selling her wares at numerous festivals while spending time with her beloved pet pug “Dudley.” Bobbe always had a smile for everyone she saw and her door was always open for a friendly chat with all her dear friends at the Maple Street apartments.
She is survived by one son Paul Blessel, her two brothers, Terry (Mary) Gore, Ned (Irene) Gore of St. Mary’s and one sister Susan Hoy of Cameron, grandchildren and great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband and two brother-in-laws, Donal Hoy and Kenneth Blessel.
Memorial Contributions can be made to Cameron County Ambulance 299 E 2nd St, Emporium, PA, or the Cameron County SPCA P.O. Box 132, Emporium, PA
There will be No Visitation. Services will be at the convenience of the family in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA
David M. White, 81, of Warren, PA, passed away on Friday January 6, 2023, in Warren General Hospital after an extended illness.
He was born in Warren, Pa, on June 7, 1941, the son of the late Harry E. White and Mary Grace Smith. David attended Warren High School. After high school he enlisted with the United States Marine Corps and served his country from 1958 through 1962 during the Vietnam War. After his time in the Military, he returned to Warren and worked several jobs before starting his own Excavating Business. David welcomed his son Randy to the business after high school and they worked together for over 30 years.
David was very active in the Republican Committee of Warren, was a former board member with Warren County Memorial Park and volunteered his time with numerous groups throughout Warren County. He loved to travel, go boating, and enjoyed time with his family and friends.
On April 11, 1963, he married the former Tanya C. Branch, and they spent the next 59 loving years together and would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this April.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children David, Randy, Patricia, and Correy; one grandchild Zakia; and one brother Richard White and wife Lynn.
David was preceded in death by his sister Nancy.
Private burial will be held in Warren County Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. A memorial of David’s life will be held at a later date. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St. Warren PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Samantha J. “Sam” Carlson, 47, of Ridgway, died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at her residence.
She was born on June 22, 1975, in St. Marys, a daughter of Christine Robinson Papson and Timothy Schloder.
On June 23, 1996, in Ridgway, she married Chad Carlson, who survives.
Sam has been a resident of the area for many years and a graduate of Greater Latrobe Area High School. She loved spending her time with her family and baking. She had a fond heart of animals, especially her cats.
In addition to her husband, mother,and father, she is survived by a son, Derek S. Carlson of Ridgway, 2 sisters, Carolyn Baker and her husband Lance of Derry, PA and Rose Hixson and her husband David of Latrobe, PA, numerous, aunts, uncles, cousin, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a step-father, Joseph Papson.
A Memorial Service for Samantha J. Carlson, will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 4:00 PM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853.
Family and friends will be received on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Krise Funeral Home from 2:00 PM until the time of service.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Barbara Ann Lowe Koebley, age 85, of Gibsonia PA and formerly of Warren PA passed away peacefully on Saturday January 7, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Robert William, loving mother of Scott (Sarah) and Keith (Christine), proud grandmother of Sean (Lauren), Samuel (Virginia), Anna (Jonathan), Shelby and Nicholas, dear great-grandmother of Eli Joseph, Rushton Lowe and Robert James, sister of Nancy Hancher (Robert) and the late Robert Lowe Jr. (Frances Dee) , and devoted daughter of the late Ethel Grace Seibert and Robert Lowe.
Barbara was raised in Coraopolis PA after her birth on November 18, 1937 and spent most of her adult life living in 7 different homes in the Warren area. She was a graduate of Coraopolis High School and Grove City College, where she met the love-of-her-life Robert. Barbara, known to family and friends as Barbie, had a deep faith while being a member of the First United Methodist Church for over 50 years and the First Presbyterian Church in Bakerstown PA for the past 9 years. She was a Choir member for over 40 years at First United Methodist while serving other commissions there. Besides church ministries that she contributed her time and talents, she volunteered over the years for the Friends of Struthers Library Theatre Board, Warren Garden Club, Blue Stocking Club, Antique Study, League of Women Voters, among others. Barbara applied her exceptional skills in office management and interpersonal communications to organizations she worked for, including the Warren County School District, Coates, Way and Anderson CPA’s, R.W. Larson Associates, Struthers Wells Corporation and The Chautauqua Institution.
Barbie made lasting friendships with all she met including her co-workers, neighbors, congregation members and St Barnabas caregivers. Even though she struggled remembering names and words over the past three years after a series of strokes and falls, she greeted everyone with her infectious smile, generous acts and kind words. Her loving spirit will be truly missed by all she touched in her full life.
A memorial service to celebrate Barbara’s life will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Warren at a later date in Spring 2023. Burial will be in the Memorial Garden at the church next to her late husband Robert. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to be made to the First United Methodist Church, 200 Market Street, Warren, PA 16365 or to the First Presbyterian Church, 5825 Heckert Road, Bakerstown, PA 15007. Arrangements have been entrusted to Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, 304 East Street, Warren, PA 16365. There will be an announcement of her Spring 2023 memorial service date in the near future.
Audrey J. Shaffer-Eidson, 91, formerly of 59 Limestone Street, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born October 21, 1931, in Salamanca, NY, she was a daughter of the late Charles Floyd and Elva (Sweet) Knight. She was a 1949 graduate of Bradford High School.
On December 21, 1950, in Bradford, she married Robert L. Shaffer who died November 27, 1990. On June 19, 2010, in the Grace Lutheran Church, she married Raymond L. Eidson who survives.
Audrey along with her first husband Bob owned and operated Shaffer Family Camper Sales for many years on Limestone Street. She had worked at Bradford Regional Medical Center in the cafeteria.
She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and had previously been a member of the East End Presbyterian Church and was a Lioness with Bradford Township Lions Club. She has been a volunteer at Care for Children for 8 years.
Surviving is her husband Ray of 12 years, and three sons, Stephen R. (Faith) Shaffer, of Bradford, Ronald (Sue) Shaffer, of Bradford, and Mark (Diane) Shaffer, of Mystic, CT, two stepchildren, David Eidson, of Phoenix AZ, and Valerie (Gene) Johnson, of Bradford,12 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, first husband, Bob of 40 years, one son, Randy K. Shaffer, who died December 16, 2010, one great granddaughter, Abrielle Jean Shaffer, and two sisters, Doris Shoup and Lenora Downs.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, January 14, 2023, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Grace Lutheran Church, at 11:00 am funeral services will be held with Rev. William D. Waterman, pastor and Rev. Max Simms, pastor of the Hilltop Baptist Church co-officiating. Burial will be in Steamburg Cemetery
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to CARE for Children PO Box 616, Bradford, PA 16701, of Futures, 1 Futures Way, Bradford, PA 16701.
On Friday, January 6, 2023 at 10:15 PM surrounded by family, our precious husband and dad, Eugene N. “Gene” MILLER, ran into heaven.
His passing was peaceful, beautiful, and quick. Born April 21, 1951, in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of Alvin B. and Ethel Newcomer Miller. On June 16, 1973, in Altoona, PA, he married the former Sharon Grove, who survives. A 1969 graduate of Northern Potter High School, he earned a degree in Agricultural Engineering from Penn State in 1973. In 1976, he graduated from Elim Bible Institute with a diploma in Bible and Ministry. He served as administrator of Penn-York Camp in Ulysses, PA from 1973 – 2006. Gene co-pastored and pastored at Yorks Corners Mennonite Church from 1977 – 2022. He was conference minister of New York Mennonite Conference form 2009 – 2017. He was employed as a bus driver by Wellsville Central School for over ten years. His primary vocation was always husband and dad.
Surviving besides his wife, Sharon, are: three children, Joel (Rebekah) Miller of Kitchener, Ontario, Joanna (Aaron) Clark of Whitesville, and Jonathan (Grace Dowd) Miller of Melfa, VA; four grandchildren, Alex, Olivia, Graham, and Ava; a number of others who call him Grandpa Miller; two brothers, Donald N. (Jeanette) Miller of Ulysses, PA and Harold N. (Karen) Miller of Broadway, VA; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by an infant sister, Karen Joy Miller.
Friends may call Thursday, January 12, 2023 from 1:00 – 3:00 and 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Yorks Corners Mennonite Church, 3350 County Road 29, Wellsville, NY, where Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 1:00 PM. Co-pastor Matt Havens will officiate. Burial will be in Yorks Corners Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Penn-York Camp, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948 or Yorks Corners Mennonite Church, 3350 County Road 29, Wellsville, NY 14895. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
John A. “Moose” Lafferty, 81, of Duke Center, PA passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023 at the Bradford Manor.
He was born on February 14, 1941 in Olean, NY, a son of the late Alfred and Violet Bennett Lafferty.
He was a 1961 graduate of the Smethport High School.
On December 31, 1972 in Bradford; he married Evelyn G. Tobin who preceded him in death on February 8, 2007. On April 12, 2008 in the Hilltop Baptist Church, Gifford, he married Delores M. Goodwin who survives.
John was a member of the Hilltop Baptist Church. He loved singing gospel music and he used to volunteer at various nursing homes once a week by singing to the residents. He ran the “Blessing Room” in Cyclone with his late wife, Evelyn from 1995 thru 2000. Lastly; he loved to give his grandchildren “Mooseyback” rides when they spent time together.
He was employed at the former Owens-Illinois / Georgia Pacific from 1970 until he retired in 1995 due to health issues.
In addition to his wife of fourteen years, Delores Lafferty of Duke Center, he is also survived by five daughters, Patricia (John) Shinaberger of Bradford, Lois Allen of West Branch, MI, Barbara (Dale) Songer of Bradford, Peggy Hoak of Bradford and Mickey (Dave) Monroe of Middletown, VA; one son, Dana (Samantha) Lafferty of Marshburg; two stepsons, Steve (Alice) Bennett of Duke Center and Andy (Penny) Bennett of Franklin; one brother, Bruce Lafferty of McSherrystown; one sister, Cheryl Bhe of Leon, NY; twenty grandchildren with one on the way; twenty-nine great grandchildren; seven great great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and his first wife; he was also preceded in death by one daughter, Rita Mae Ruttan and one granddaughter, Sophia Grace Metzler.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 14, 2023 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at the Hilltop Baptist Church, Gifford, with a celebration of his life to immediately follow at 3:00 PM in the church with the Rev. Max Simms officiating.
Private burial will be in McKean Memorial Park, Lafayette.
In lieu of flowers the family has asked for memorial contributions in his memory to be made to the Hilltop Baptist Church, P.O. Box 76, Gifford, PA 16732.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
