Robert Frederick “Pop” Erway, 90, of Lawrenceville, formerly of Mansfield, PA passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on August 26, 1932 in Wellsboro, the son of the late Charles & Mildred (Seeley) Erway. He married the former Joyce Welch on September 1, 1951 and have celebrated 71 years of marriage.
Bob worked for the North Penn Gas Company, now UGI, retiring in 1995 and is a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Wellsboro where he served as an elder. Earlier in life he was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Mansfield and served as a trustee and elder.
Bob served as a scoutmaster of Troop #106, Commissioner, Committeeman for Troops 106 and 24, executive board member of the General Sullivan Council, Vice President of the Council and President for two years. Was a member of the Five Rivers Council executive board and the recipient of the coveted Silver Beaver Award.
Bob was an involved member of the Mansfield community, serving on the Tioga County Borough Association and served as President at the time of the ground breaking of the Tioga-Hammond Dam in 1974. He was also an active member of the Kiwanis Club, the B.O.O.M. Committee, the Chamber of Commerce, the Mansfield Fire Company and Ambulance Association, Mansfield Borough Council, serving as President for three years.
Bob was a member of the Friendship Masonic Lodge #247 and a 32nd degree Mason. He also served on the Wellsboro Chamber of Commerce, the GROW Industrial Committee and the United Way. Bob enjoyed growing vegetables and fruit, growing hay, and raising bees on his farm in Lawrenceville, PA.
In addition to his wife, Joyce, Bob is survived by a daughter, Linda (Ellsworth Richardson) Andrews of Middlebury Center; two sons: Michael (Debra) Erway of Ottawa, KS; and Jeffrey (Alisa) Erway of Richmond, VA; an adopted daughter, Toni Brauchler of Dunkirk, NY; 10 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by a son, Timmy Erway, a granddaughter, Sarah Erway, 8 brothers and 2 sisters.
A memorial service for Bob will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions in Bob’s name be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 130 Main St., Wellsboro, PA 16901.
The family have entrusted Bob’s final arrangements to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Clara Anne MERRELL, 84, of Bolivar, NY, died Tuesday, December 20, 2022 in Olean General Hospital.
Born July 7, 1938, in Rochester, she was the daughter of Earl and Fern Prevost Gerew. On June 4, 1960, in Rochester, she married Burdette Lewis “Bud” Merrell, who survives.
She was employed by Genesee Hospital in the dietary department and then stayed home to raise her children.
Clara was a member of Riverside Assembly of God in Wellsville. She was a great mother and grandmother, who had a strong faith and was always praying.
Surviving besides her husband, Bud, are: ten children, Burdette L. (Ellen) Merrell, Jr. of Perry, George W (Louise) Merrell of Cuba, Kimberly Ann (Jim) DeGroff of Bolivar, Tina (Rex) Francisco of Scio, Michael (Vonda) Merrell of Niagara Falls, Linda (Dana) Harris of Wellsville, Clarence (Marsha) Merrell of Lima, Pauleen (Rory) Dudley of Bolivar, Richard James Merrell of Lexington Park, MD, and Sandra (Brian) Brizzee of Wellsville; 47 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Eileen Stevens and Cheryl Curry; nieces and nephews, including a special nephew, Keith Merrell of Bergen, who was like a son.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Sharon Merrell; and three grandsons, Kristopher R. Francisco, Michael Witter, and Zachary Keller.
Friends may call at Riverside Assembly of God, Riverside Drive, Wellsville on Friday, December 23, 2022 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service following at 11:00 AM. Rev. John Francisco and Rory Dudley will co-officiate. Burial will be in Bath National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY.
Alida Wilcox, 89, of Frostproof, FL passed away December 17, 2022 at the Lakeland Regional Health Center in Lakeland, FL.
She was born April 21, 1933 in Blossburg to Adalbert and Zelma (Smith) Stadler. On July 19, 1951, she married Clifton Wilcox and together they shared 71 years of marriage.
She had been a member of the Stony Fork Baptist Church, and enjoyed camping, travelling, and needlework, especially knitting and crocheting. Most of all, she was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved being around family.
She is survived by her husband Clifton Wilcox of Frostproof, FL; a son: Robert Wilcox (Kim) of Wellsboro; two daughters: Joan Wilcox of Frostproof, FL, and Kathy Compton (Mark) of Glendale, AZ; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; many great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters: Dorothy Phillips, and Beverly Markowicz.
There will be a memorial service in Florida at a later date, and she will be interred in Tioga County Memorial Gardens. Her family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA.
Gene F. Hulings, 78, of the Lutheran Home at Kane and formerly of Milan, PA, Kane and Wilcox, PA died Saturday morning, December 17, 2022 at the Lutheran Home. She was born March 16, 1944 in Wilcox a daughter to the late Howard and Pearl Marie Sellers Finn. On November 30, 1963 she married Harold Hulings, Sr. who preceded her in death on December 10, 2005.
Gene had been at the Lutheran Home for the past 3 years and had spent her later years in life with her children in Milan, PA. She had also lived in Kane for many years. She spent much of her life in the Wilcox-Rasselas area and was a 1962 graduate of Wilcox High School.
She was a member of the Wyndham Community Church in Wyndham, PA and enjoyed the teachings of Pastor Pfleiger while at the Lutheran Home. She was also very involved in the many available activities available to her at the Home. She was a breast cancer survivor!, a very active grandmother and had been a member of the Kane Eagles.
Gene had worked as an Activities Aid for Dickinson Mental Health for 3 years and had worked as an Activities Aide at Bradford County Manor for over 20 years.
Gene is survived by her 3 children; Harold Hulings, Jr. and his wife Tammy of Gillett, PA, Annette Hulings and her companion J.B. Martin of Rome, PA an Timothy Hulings and his wife Brianna of Rome, PA and 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by 3 sisters; Gert Coder and her husband Bill Heatherdale of Kane, Connie Geiser of St. Marys and Gayle Finn of St. Marys and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by brothers Willard, Ronald and Billy, and sisters Janice Heatherdale, Rita Lehman, Frances Allegretto and Suellen McIntosh.
Funeral services and interment for Gene F. Hulings will be private and at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA
If desired, memorial contributions in her memory should be made to The Lutheran Home at Kane, Activities Dept., 100 High Point Dr., Kane, Pa 16735.
Wanda M. Daghir, 97, of S. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 19, 2022, with her family by her side.
She was born on April 21, 1925 in Cherry Ridge, PA, a daughter of the late Clarence J. Rickard, Sr. and Veronica “Vera” Mongovan Rickard.
On January 27, 1951, at Honesdale, PA, she married the late George L. Daghir, Esq., who preceded her in death on October 3, 2019. Together they shared more than 68 years of marriage.
Wanda Marie Rickard Daghir…a beloved and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend…
Timothy W. Webster, 71, of Wellsboro, PA passed away Friday December 16, 2022 at UPMC Williamsport.
He was born May 30, 1951 in Wellsboro, delivered by his grandfather Dr. Jess Webster, to Jerome “Jerry” and Mary (Wiley) Webster.
He graduated from high school, and while attending college was needed at home to work the farm. On June 1, 1974, he married Karen Smithgall, with whom he raised four children and enjoyed 48 years of marriage.
Tim was very active in the Tioga County Fair and the Fairgrounds at Whitneyville, and he enjoyed hunting. He was an excellent horseback rider, and had been active in Young Farmers of America. But his deepest loves were what he built his life around, his family and his farm.
Tim is survived by his wife: Karen Webster of Wellsboro; two sons: Todd Webster (Jessica) of Wellsboro, and Garrett Webster of Wellsboro; two daughters: Lauren Sargent (Micah) of Wellsboro, and Traci Wood (Cris) of Wellsboro; eight grandchildren: Taitt, Lilly, Evelynn, Wiley, Clint, Sloan, Ava, and Sydney; two sisters: Cathy Janeski (Tom) of Wellsboro, and Linda Hoge (Jim) of Erie; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister: Janet Lawton.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Tim’s life from 11am-1pm Saturday January 14, 2022 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Pearl Street in Wellsboro, a memorial service will follow at 1:00pm in the church.
Tim’s family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA with his arrangements. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Bonita K. Bartsch Suppa, 87, of Irvine, PA., died Tuesday morning, December 20, 2022, after suffering a heart attack and stroke.
She was born September 23, 1935, in Warren, PA. She was the daughter of Carl Frederick and Doris J. Farr Bartsch.
Bonita was a Warren Co. resident most of her life and had formerly lived in Youngsville, PA. She was a 1954 graduate of Warren High School.
She was employed with the Warren County School District as a school bus operator for 23 years and also with the former Blair Corporation for 11 ½ years, working in the returns department, retirement from there in 2000.
Bonita was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Women of the Warren Moose Lodge 109, and an avid cake decorator.
She is survived by her 4 children – twin daughters – Cheryl D. Bobelak Schalk and husband, John of Sun City West, Arizona, Kim Smith and husband, David of Erie, PA., Paul Bobelak of Warren, PA., Janie Suzanne Suppa of Lewisville, S.C., 1 Stepson – Ralph Suppa, Jr. and wife, Becky of Russell, PA., 2 Stepdaughters – Angela Lawton of Erie, PA., Mary Anne Rutsky and husband, Dan of Sugar Grove, PA., 1 Sister – Carleen Whitmire and husband, James of Scandia, PA., 1 Brother – Jeff Bartsch of Warren, PA., 4 Grandchildren – Cory Smith, Amanda Smith, Nicole Smith Faires, Troy Bobelak, 4 Great Grandchildren – Payton Smith, Luke, Faith and Kaylee Smith
4 Step Grandchildren – Lacy, Holly, Darby and Audry, Luke Rutsky. Several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Suppa, Sr., who died October 13, 2017, whom she married November 21, 1980, at the Interfaith Chapel, N. Warren, PA.,
Friends may call at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA., on Friday, December 23, 2022, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Richard Tomasone, Pastor, officiating.
Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Warren Public Library Association, designated towards cake decorating books or Women of the Warren Moose Lodge 109. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Judy C. Cooper of 10 Park Ave., Eldred, PA passed away on Friday (Dec. 16, 2022) at ECMC following an illness. Judy was born on June 16, 1948 in Roswell, N.M., and was the daughter of Donald Elmer and Mildred Woodard Clark Ballentine. On May 8, 1976 in Hampton, N.H., she married the love of her life, Allen A. Cooper, who survives. Judy was a class of 1966 graduate of Winnacunnet High School. She continued her education at BAC College where she graduated with her Associate;s Degree as Registered Respiratory Therapist in 1987. Judy became a certified Polysomnography Technician. She retired from the Olean (N.Y.) General Hospital with 20+ years of service. Judy enjoyed reading, listening to music, dancing, and travelling with her husband but most of all she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed the company of her dog, Marcy. Along with her loving husband Allen, Judy is survived by six children, Dina (Tiger) Lacoss, Kelly (John) Manasco, Michael Cooper, Kimberly (Robert) Stewart, Jeffery (Cindy) Cooper, and Patricia (Jeremy) James; seven siblings, Donna, Rosy, Kenneth, Paula, Sheryl, Danny and Chuck; 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, brothers- and sisters-in-law. Judy was predeceased by; her parents; sister, Caroline; brothers- in-law, Howard, Donald, Roy and Lucian; mother and father in-law, Lenard and Bernice Cooper. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022 at 2 p.m. at the Eldred Borough Firehall. Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean. Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com Donations in her memory may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.
JOHNSONBURG – Thomas E. “Tom” Ferragine, 61, of Chris Drive, Bradford and formerly of Johnsonburg, died Sunday morning (Dec. 18, 2022) at Buffalo General Medical Center, Buffalo, N.Y. following a brief illness.
He was born on July 19, 1961, in St. Marys, a son to the late Almondo “Elmer” and Renelda Lupole Ferragine. On Nov. 20, 1993, in St. Bernard’s Church, Bradford, he married Alice M. Casper and she survives.
Tom was a 1979 graduate of Johnsonburg Area High School and a 1988 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. He had worked for Verizon and Radio Shack in Bradford. An avid reader and collector, Tom enjoyed spending time at home with his wife and pets immersed in his books, comic books, games and collectibles. He enjoyed the company of his beloved dog Chief and cats Katy, Miss Kitty, Gaia, Egon and Spook.
Tom is survived by his wife Alice at home and his sister Julie (Larry) Holjencin of Canon City, Colo. and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Tom is predeceased by his sister Marty Margaret Clelland.
Funeral services and interment for Thomas E. Ferragine will be private and at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA
Jack E. “Jay” Ferry Jr., 47, of Warren, PA, passed away on Sunday December 18, 2022, in his home.
He was born in Warren on October 19, 1975, the son of the late Mary (Magee) Ferry and Jackie E. Ferry Sr., who survives. Jack was a graduate of Warren Area High School. He enjoyed hunting, hiking, fishing, cooking, watching UFC and movies, and spending time with family. Jack was a laborer and worked for Great Lakes in Corry, Pa.
Jack is survived by his father, Jackie E. Ferry Sr.; his wife Carla Ferry, of Youngsville; three children Amber M. Ferry of Warren, PA, Autumn M. Crowe (Devin) of Pittsfield, Pa, and Vanessa Y. Ferry of Warren, Pa.; two grandchildren Bryson Huya and Jayla Ferry, with two more grandchildren to be born in 2023.; two siblings Lorie Whippo (Shelby) of Virginia, and Scott Skidmore (Carrie) of Sheffield; numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother; brothers Frank Skidmore, and Kenny Matha; his maternal grandmother Minnie Menard; and his maternal great grandmother Theresa Siliano.
A celebration of Jay’s life will be held on Friday December 23, 2022, at 5:00 pm at the Sheffield VFW, 1 Austin Hill Rd., Sheffield PA 16347.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St., Warren, PA 16365, to help defray funeral expenses.
Marvin V. Hamm, age 76, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, December 18, 2022.
He was born on October 10, 1946 in Tacoma, WA a son of the late Oscar and Esther (Miller) Hamm and was married for 52 years to Sharon L. (Wagner) Hamm.
Marvin was a Vietnam veteran serving in the US Army.
He retired from Borden, Inc., Wellsboro PA with 39 years of service and then worked for Citizens and Northern Bank, Wellsboro, PA for several more years.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was always willing to help others.
Marvin is survived by his wife: Sharon L. Hamm of Wellsboro, PA, daughter: Sarah (Matt) Schmitt of Southborough, MA, brother: Michael (Alice) Hamm of Wellsboro, PA, sister-in-law: Joanne Hamm of Morgan City, LA, brother-in-law: Dave Smith of Wellsboro, PA and 2 grandchildren.
He was predeceased by two brothers: Marlin Hamm and Mark Hamm and a sister: Eddie Smith.
A memorial service will be held in the spring of 2023. Interment will be in the Niles Valley Cemetery, Middlebury Center, PA.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
On December 16, 2022, Jamie Davidson Moore, 46, of Johnsonburg, PA laid down worldly pain and gained her heavenly wings.
Jamie was born July 13, 1976 in Kane, to Brad Pfendler who survives and the late Nedra Davidson Blauser. On June 2, 2001in Kane, she married John Moore. Jamie and John then made a loving home for 22 years in Johnsonburg.
Jamie was an amazing woman. Through her life she juggled many titles from a mom, mimi, daughter, house wife, working woman, chauffeur to a jump rope team, and the most difficult one of all an amazing wife. Jamie’s door was always open to anyone who just needed to talk. Jamie’s loves were her family, any animal she could convince John to adopt, like her sweet chi chi wa wa cocoa, monkeys, her beloved buffalo bills and all her many friends.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by a brother Michael Blauser of Florida, a son Christopher Harris of Kane, a daughter Nedra (Cory) Garvey of Ridgway and three grandchildren Madison Garvey, Alexa Garvey, and Elizabeth Garvey all of Ridgway, brothers-in-law Kevin Dinger, Scott (Mary) Dinger and Dale Moore all of Kane, sister-law Tammy (David) Jacobs of Johnsonburg and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Jamie was preceded in death by her mother Nedra Blauser, two sisters Jawayne Blauser at the age of 16 and Miranda Blauser in infancy.
Friends will be received at the Cummings Funeral Home on Wednesday (Dec. 21) from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and also on Thursday (Dec. 22) from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. A funeral ceremony will follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Dan Reigel officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association.
Miriam M. Wehler, 99, of S. Michael Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 19, 2022 with her family by her side.
She was born on May 19, 1923 in St. Marys, a daughter of the Joseph E. and Dorothy Gleixner Smith.
On May 9, 1942 in St. Marys Church, she married the late William L. “Willie” Wehler, who preceded her in death on January 7, 2009. Together they were blessed with more than 66 years of love, laughter, and happiness.
Miriam was a graduate of Central High School, class of 1940 and lifelong member of Queen of the World Church. She retired from Thrift Drug after more than 17 years of service. She was a lifelong member of the Rosary Altar Society, St. Anne’s Society, and the C.D. of A., enjoying the friends she met along the way. She loved visiting with friends and classmates at the Golden Grad dinners, and had been honored for more than 80 years as an alumni. In her younger years, she enjoyed traveling, especially her trip to Tanzania, Africa to visit Sr Marian and Sr Denise who were missionaries.
She is survived by 7 children; Sr. Marian “Ginny” Wehler, OSB, of Oil City, Dennis (Mary Lou) Wehler of Kersey, Betsy (Joe) Azzato of Russell, Ed (Sharon) Wehler of St. Marys, Kathy (John) Bloom of Winchester, VA, Janet (Mac) Reed of St. Marys, Steve Wehler of St. Marys; and by her 21 beloved grandchildren; Lisa Mancuso, Billy Wehler, Tammi Eozzo, Debbie Defranco, Joe Azzato Jr, Amy Roberts, Mark Eckert, Chad Eckert, Dr Jill Eckert Stager, Jamie Eckert Schaut, Angela Regulski, Jessie Wehler, Billie Jo Newcamp, Mary Ann Larcade, Jack Bloom, Julie Keenan, Michelle Straub, Casey Smith, Stephanie Davis and Matthew and Maggie Wehler and by 42 great-grandchildren and 5 great, great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister; Betty Cheatle of St. Marys, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Miriam was preceded in death by a daughter; Marilyn Eckert, grandson; Jeff Eckert and great grandson Tyler Mancuso, two brothers; Howard Smith and Willis Smith, and by three sisters; Doris Cheatle, Rita Schutz, and Kathleen Johnston. She was also preceded in death by her mother-in-law; Amelia Wehler and by a sister-in-law; Melie Wehler.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Miriam M. Wehler will be celebrated on Thursday, December 22, 2022 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 follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Queen of the World Church, Penn Highlands Community Nurses Hospice or to the Benedictine Sisters of Erie.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Dennis R. CONNOLLY, 58, of Whitesville, NY, died Saturday, December 17, 2022 in his home.
He was born March 5, 1964, in Wellsville. A 1982 graduate of Whitesville Central School, he served honorably with the U.S. Air Force from 1984 – 2004. Dennis spent most of his military career in the Middle East. While serving, he played on the Air Force softball team. After retiring from the military, he was employed by Alstom in Hornell, worked as a government contractor in Guantanamo Bay, and was last employed by Hines Medical Distribution in Chicago, IL, where he ran the shipping and distribution center. Dennis was an avid Bills and Sabres fan. He loved to bowl, hunt, fish, play pool, cook, and grill. He was a member of Morrison B. Hayes American Legion Post #702, Frank B. Church VFW Post #2530, and Wellsville Moose Lodge #601.
Surviving are: his mother, Sharon (Thomas) Van Etten of Whitesville; three daughters, Emilia (Joseph) Johnson of Warrenville, IL, Carol Zuniga and Mia Connolly, both of Flour Bluff, Corpus Christi, TX; a granddaughter, Valentina Moreno; three sisters, Yvonne (Arthur) Simmons of Whitesville, Amy (Jonathan) Thomas of Bolivar, and Cindy Van Etten of Delmar; nieces and nephews, Marilynn (Joshua) Crummenauer, Marcus (Shelly) Schoen, Kori Thomas, and Jayna Thomas; and his pets he loved, Wrinkles and Ramsey.
A special thank you to his caregivers, Todd and Vickie Hilfiger. Military Rites will be accorded 4:00 PM, Thursday, December 22, 2022 at Morrison Hayes American Legion Post #702, 23 Jefferson St., Wellsville, NY. A dinner will follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Independence Historical Society, P.O. Box 121, Whitesville, NY 14897 or the SPCA serving Allegany County, P.O. Box 381, 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.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Ethel Mildred “Millie” MARGESON, 94, of Scio, NY, died Saturday, December 17, 2022 in Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Wellsville.
Born November 9, 1928, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Donald and Doris Collins Burdick. On May 15, 1949, in Wellsville, she married Howard E. “Tom” Margeson, who predeceased her on October 26, 1970.
A graduate of Wellsville High School, she was employed by Allegany County for 25 years in the Health Department, retiring in 1995. Millie was a member of Grace United Church.
Surviving are: two sons, Thomas (Lonnie) Margeson of Belmont and John (Pam) Margeson of Scio; nine grandchildren, AdreAnn (Daniel) Barnhardt, Thomas R. Margeson, Jaclyn (Michael) Lignos, Peter (Ashley) Margeson, Jeremy (Donna) Slawson, Jeff (Jaime) Slawson, Martin (Brandi) Margeson, Jeffrey (Kari) Margeson, and Joseph (Amanda) Margeson; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Mason (Sally) Burdick of Greenwood; son-in-law, Thomas A. Slawson of Genesee, PA; daughter-in-law, Nancy Walsh of Allegany; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a son, James Margeson; a daughter, Marilyn E. “Tiff” Slawson; and three siblings, Donald Burdick, Maxson Burdick, and Eleanor Smith.
Private funeral services will be held at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville. Burial will be Fairlawn Cemetery, Scio.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Richard C. Platko, 79, of Nookside Lane, Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2022.
Born February 18, 1943 in Bradford, was the son of the late Andrew and Sylvia (Rich) Platko.
Dick was a 1959 graduate of Bradford Area High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree for Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1963.
Richard worked for his parents at the S&A Grocery Store at the corner of N. Bennett and State Street as a young man.
His career started as an elementary school teacher at the 6th Ward School. He went on to teach at the Custer City School and School Street Elementary School retiring in 2001 after 35 years of teaching.
Dick enjoyed taking walks, playing golf, reading, and bowling. He loved to attend his children’s band events.
Surviving are two daughters, Jennifer (Dan) Colligan, of Gallatin, TN, and Lisa (John) Auteri, of Bradford, one son, Richard A. Platko, of Bradford, and one granddaughter, Mersaydes Dillaman.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one aunt, Lillian Rich.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 4, 2022 from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. South Ave. At which time funeral and committal services will be held with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired may be made to the American Diabetes Association, PO BOX 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312, American Foundation for the Blind, 1401 S. Clark St. Ste 730, Arlington VA, 22202, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Bridget Anne Boyle, 38, of 15 Crookerhouse Lane, Bradford, PA formerly of Raleigh NC, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022, at the family home.
Born May 24, 1984,in Bradford, she was a daughter of Terence E. Boyle, of Bradford, and the late Judith A. (McKee) Boyle.
Bridget was a 2002 graduate of Bradford High School, and a 2008 graduate of the Pittsburgh Veterinarian Institute in Pittsburgh.
After graduating from high school she had been employed at the Dollar General Store and achieved the position of Assistant Manager, In 2008 graduate of the Pittsburgh Veterinarian Institute in Pittsburgh. After graduating she went to Raleigh NC and worked at a Veterinary Clinic.
After the death of her mother she returned to Bradford and worked at the Haskell Valley Veterinary Clinic. She later worked at the Dollar Tree and Phoenix Rehabilitation and Health Services. Most recently she worked at Bradford Pet Stop in Bradford.
Surviving in addition to her father Terence, is one sister, Erin Teresa Seeker, one nephew, Logan Seeker, one niece, Bella Tia Seeker, all of Bradford, two aunts, Mary Ann Heater, of Nazareth, and Kathryn Boyle, of Belvedere, NJ, three uncles, Michael (Maryann) Boyle, of Phillipsburg, NJ, Rev. Patrick D. Boyle, OFM, of New York City, and Eugene (Virginia) Boyle, of Alpha NJ, and numerous cousins.
She was preceded in death by her mother Judy, maternal grandparents, Carl and Helen McKee, and paternal grandparents, Eugene and Marian Boyle, one uncle Thomas McKee.
Family will gather for a Mass of Christian Burial at a later date. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Sharel Ann Johnson, age 75, of Middlebury Center, PA passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022 at UPMC Wellsboro.
Born on January 5, 1947 in Rochester, NY, she was a daughter to the late Worth R. and Grace B. (Barker) Allen.
Sharel worked at General Electric in Syracuse, NY for a handful of years and after that she worked at Agway in Syracuse, NY for about 30 years. Following Agway she worked briefly at WIXT-TV as an accountant and after she left WIXT-TV she was a secretary for Farmington Township.
On August 7, 1976 Ronald W. Johnson married Sharel and they spent several loving years together.
When Sharel was younger she competed in several show western horseback riding competitions. She enjoyed crafting -particularly plastic canvases and crocheting. She also enjoyed gardening, canning fresh vegetables and fruits, and spending time with her beloved beagle dogs; Gracie, Jalin and Patches.
Sharel is survived by her loving husband, Ronald Johnson of Middlebury Center; sister, Diann Allen of California; niece, Emily Osborne; several cousins; and special friends; Linda Lloyd of Syracuse, NY, Wayne Kennard of Maine, Dale Spitzer, Lewis and Phyllis Douglas, Joe and Jaedee Kocher all of Middlebury Center, Dana Hughes, Terri Kendrick, and Amanda Bates.
She was preceded in death by both her parents; and a brother, Gene Allen.
There will be no services to be held at this time.
Memorial donations can be sent to Northern Tier Veterinary Clinic, 101 Market St, Knoxville, PA 16928.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St. Elkland, PA 16920. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Ruth Ann Lathrop (nee Kronenwetter), 88, was born on January 28, 1934, and passed away December 15, 2022, after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis.
Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. John B Lathrop, DDS, of 49 years, her sister, Joan Tompkins and her parents, Margaret (Bloom) and Harold Kronenwetter.
Ruth is survived by her sons, John B. Lathrop Jr. (Stacy) of Nottingham, PA, and James D. Lathrop (Dana) of Chesterfield, MO. Ruth had three grandchildren Zachary, Abby (Jacob Towler), and Nicholas.
Ruth was born in Emporium, PA and went to Emporium High School where she met John. She attended Penn State University, was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority, named Homecoming Queen in 1956 and graduated with an education degree.
Ruth E. Bowes, 76, of Ridgway, PA died on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Penn Highland Dubois after a brief illness.
She was born on December 10, 1946, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Frank J. and Eleanor Przybylski Simchick
On June 3, 1972, she married Mike Bowes, who survives.
Ruth was a graduate of Johnsonburg High School and a member of St. Leos Church. She retired from Elk Regional Hospital. Ruth loved spending time with her grandchildren and being their biggest fan at their sporting events.
In addition to her husband of 50 years, she is survived by a son, Aaron Bowes and his wife Colleen of Kersey, a daughter, Suzi Cotter and her husband Joe of Bellefonte, 6 grandchildren: Maddie, Sam, Maria, Talia, Frank, Zelia. She is also survived by a sister, Dorothy Mitchel and her husband Tom of St. Marys, a sister-in-law, Rosalyn Simchick, a brother-in-law, Terry Myer and his wife Sandy of Kane.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by 2 children in infancy; Laura and Travis Bowes, 3 brothers; Cy, Joe (Mary Ann), and Rich (Georginia) Simchick, 2 sisters, Lucy Myer and Cathy (Cliff)Snyder.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Ruth E. Bowes will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at 11:00AM at St. Leo Magnus Church, 111 Depot Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Fr. Justin Pino as celebrant.
Burial will follow at St. Leos Cemetery.
Visitation will be at Krise Funeral Home, Ridgway, on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, from 6:00PM until 8:00 PM.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Leo Magnus Church.
Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences can be made at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Victoria L. “Vicki” Setzer, 56, of Coudersport, PA passed away with her loving family by her side on Sunday, December 18, 2022, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.
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.
Nancy M. Bauer, 59, of Warren, PA, died peacefully with her brother at her side, Saturday morning, December 17, 2022, at her residence. She was born May 9, 1963, in Warren, PA. Nancy was the daughter of Francis “Frank” and Nancy DeStefano Bauer, Jr.
She was a 1981 graduate of Warren Area High School and earned her bachelor’s degree in Economic and Business, from the Villa Maria College.
She was employed as a financial planner with Macy’s, Saks Fifths Avenue, Finley Jewelers and Diamond Exchange, and was a corporate executive with OshKosh B’gosh Clothing and Carter’s Children’s Clothing, retiring from there due to illness.
Nancy was Catholic by faith. Her brother, Frank shared this thought, a sister is not just a sister, her true-life lessons were placed right in front of me through her illness. Frank appreciated and treasured the honor of being her caregiver and best friend.
She is survived by her brother, Frank X. Bauer, III of Warren, PA., and several cousins.
A private funeral service will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Entombment will be in the Mausoleum of the Ascension in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery, Warren, PA.
Phares “Bob” Denlinger, 81, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at his home in Galeton after a lengthy illness.
Born September 5, 1941, in Paradise, PA, Bob was the son of Mildred (Rapp) Kerner. He graduated from Galeton Area High School in 1960 and enlisted in the United States Army the same year. On June 25, 1966, in North Fork, PA, he married the former Bonnie Hurler, who survives.
Bob worked for many different employers through the years. He worked at Eberle Tanning and Westan for 15 years and then served as commander and manager of the Galeton VFW until retiring in 2013.
Bob was a member of the Goodyear Hose Company and served as president for many years. He was also a member of the Gale Hose Ambulance Association and served as a driver. He was a very active member of the Galeton community and one of his greatest joys was helping to organize the VFW Christmas parties for the VA Hospital in Bath, NY.
Surviving in addition to his loving wife and care giver, Bonnie Denlinger are his children, Vicki Denlinger, Galeton and Brian (Kristin) Denlinger, Corning, NY; two grandchildren, Ethan and Elizabeth Denlinger; their mother, Amaryah Denlinger, Athens, PA; four siblings, Joanne Eby, Manheim, PA, Ronald (Carol) Denlinger, Drew (Jennifer) Kerner, Shelley, ID, and Kris (Steve) Cochran, Galeton; many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews; and special care givers, Joslyn Campbell and Lorri Griffen.
Bob was predeceased by his mother and step father, Millie and Andy Kerner; his mother and father-in-law, Loretta and Lawrence Hurler; two sisters, Sandra Newswanger and Brenda Boyd; a brother-in-law, Ken Eby; and a sister-in-law, Judy Hurler.
Friends may call on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, from 6:00-8:00pm at the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton, PA and on Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 10:00-11:00am with a Funeral Service following at 11:00am with the Rev. Timothy Miller officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the VA Hospital in Bath, NY, or to a Veterans organization of the donor’s choice.
Dianna Lynn Weeks, age 62, of Bradford, PA passed away on December 17, 2022 at the Pavilion at Bradford.
Born July 10, 1960 in Staunton, VA, she was the daughter of the late Marlin and Florence M. (Kohler) Stone, Sr.
She graduated from CVHS Class of 1978.
Dianna loved owls, crafts, reading, playing cards and the hidden objects game but especially loved being with her grandkids.
She is survived by her children, Rodney (Amber Shufesky) Griffin of Sabinsville, Deanna (Gerald) Abbey of Elkland and Andrew (Autom Finland) Dickinson of Kane; stepson, Ryan (Kristen Johnson) Dickinson and their two children, Ryan Jr. and Cameron; grandchildren, Shakira, Skyler, Vincent, Ember, Ashley, Alana, Kayla, Brandi, Isabella and Taylor; great grandchildren, Ryder, Kyson, Araya, Baby Boy Griffin and Ethan; siblings, Carl (Jody) Stone of Eldred, Douglas Stone of Eldred, Cynthia (Woodrow) Wilson of Bradford, Bruce (Tracey) Stone of Rixford and Marlin “Ray” Jr. (Beverly) Stone of VA and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Dianna is also survived by her late husband, Benjamin Weeks family; step children, Robin (Dondi) Jayne and Rob (Dana) Weeks and step grandchildren, Aiden, Avery, Cassie, Jamar, Dominic and Kayla.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a step daughter, Lindsay Dickinson.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Thursday, December 29th from 1:00 – 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 3:00 PM with Pastor Dorothy Densmore officiating. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Edgar Herbert Smith, 93, of Sabinsville, PA passed away Thursday December 15, 2022 at UPMC Cole in Coudersport.
He was born November 18, 1929 to Herbert Edgar, and Harriet (Steinbach) Smith in Calvert, PA. He graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Agricultural Engineering, and served in the US Navy. On September 8, 1956, he married Joanne Niklaus with whom he shared 64 years of marriage.
Edgar worked for New Holland and Butler Manufacturing – Jamesway Division where he designed farm equipment and earned several patents. Later he earned his Securities License and worked as a Certified Financial Planner. He was an avid Penn State and Green Bay Packers football fan, and he enjoyed flying as a private pilot.
Edgar is survived by his son: Jeffrey S. Smith of Wisconsin, daughter: Tanya L. Smith of Sabinsville, and a sister: Joanne Strouble of Williamsport.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife: Joanne Smith, a brother: Dale L. Smith, and a sister: Nancy Doorman.
His life will be celebrated in a memorial service at a later date and he will be interred in Bath National Cemetery.
Miranda N. “Blondie” Gardner, 38, of Ridgway, PA died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at her residence.
She was born on April 22, 1984, in Jellico, TN, a daughter of Lynda Lineberger.
On September 11, 2015, she married Jody Gardner, who survives.
Miranda was a die-hard L.A Rams fan. She enjoyed going for walks and looking at the stars. Miranda had a special bond with her children and often took them fishing.
In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by 3 sons: Damen Smith, Thor Gardner, and Jody Gardner Jr., an aunt, Karen Morgan, an uncle, Wayne Linebarger, and a niece, Casey Morgan.
Funeral Services will be announced at a later date.
Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences can be made at www.krisefuneralhome.com
