Obituaries

Leona “Onie” M. Dalton, 93, previously of Clay St. in Kane and Elk Haven Nursing Home in St Marys, passed away Aug. 18, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk 

Born Aug. 28, 1929, in Kane, she is the daughter of the late William and Marie (Schmader) O’Donnell.  On Sept. 5, 1949, in Kane, she married Clair “Cano” Dalton, who preceded her in death in 2006.

Onie worked as a cook at the Kane Middle School cafeteria for over twenty years.  

Patrick M. Ekas, 71, of Bradford, PA passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023 at his home.

Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service at 11:30 AM on Saturday, August 26^th at the Grace Lutheran Church with visitation to be held from 10:30 to 11:30 in the church.  A small luncheon will follow the funeral service.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.

Angela M. Morelli, 90, of Ridgway, PA died on Monday, August 21, 2023, at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a brief illness.

She was born on October 23, 1932, a daughter of the late Joseph and Dolores Schiano Ambrosia.

On June 20, 1953, she married the late Victor Morelli, who preceded her in death in January 2012.

Christopher Danias, 71, of Bradford, PA passed away Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, at Hamot Medical Center, Erie.

He was born Nov. 11, 1951, a son of the late James K. and Frances H. Danias.

He was a 1969 graduate of Bradford Senior High School.

Chris’s love of playing the drums began in his teens. …… 

The most active and successful band Chris played with was Railway Express, which was active from 1973 to 1977, playing five to six nights a week. The band toured Western and Upstate New York, all of Pennsylvania, and multiple cities in Ohio. He also had fond memories of playing with the bands West, John David’s Mood and the Hartle Brothers.

Chris inherited his love of cooking from his parents, whose diner The Famous Lunch was a Mechanic Street staple in Bradford for decades and known for its Greek hot dog sauce.

Smethport – Ronald G. Silvis, 71, of Eldred, PA entered heaven Monday (August 21, 2023) at UPMC Williamsport.

He was born May 31, 1952 in Olean, NY, the son of Edward and Mary (Acre) Silvis . On December 26, 1970, in Coryville, PA, he married the love of his life, Katherine G. Austin, who survives.  They were married 52 years.

Mr. Silvis was a graduate of Otto- Eldred High School and served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Mt. Whitney from 1970 to 1974.

Ron held several jobs over the years, but ultimately worked as a corrections officer at the McKean County Jail before retiring due to health issues.

Sylvia B. Herzog, 93, of Smethport, PA passed away peacefully on August 17, 2023 at Lakeview Senior Care and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.

Born on October 18, 1929 in Burlington, VT, she was the daughter of the late Frank H. and Elizabeth (Hitchcock) Blakeslee.

She attended the Day School in New Haven, CT, the Grier School in Birmingham, PA and graduated from Goucher College in 1952.

On June 14, 1952 at the Edgewood Congregational Church in New Haven, CT, she married James R. Herzog, who preceded her in death on September 29, 2021.

She taught in the Smethport School as a gym teacher.

Douglas H. Green, 42, of Ash St., Kane, PA passed away unexpectedly Saturday (Aug. 19) at his residence.  

Born June 30, 1981 in Port Allegany, he is the son of Philip and Harvetta (Gummo) Green Sr.

Doug did small engine repair work and when he wasn’t doing that he enjoyed riding on his four wheeler.  He was a true Jack of All Trades.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by one son, Noah Green of Kane; five sisters, Marie Nunley of OK, Carla Sherwood of Smethport, Elaine (Jeff) Ostrander of Port Allegany, Melisa Green and Jean Green both of Kane and one brother Philip (Jill) Green Jr. of Kane.

James H. DAY, 61, of Andover, NY, died Saturday, August 19, 2023 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.  

Born February 7, 1962, in North Hornell, he was the son of C. Harold and Janice L. Baldwin Day.  On May 9, 1987, he married the former Barbara Jean Bryan, who predeceased him on January 25, 2022. 

Jim attended Andover High School.  He was employed by Skibeck Pipeline Construction, Wilkins RV, and L.C. Whitford as yard manager. 

Kevin L. BABB, 50, of Bolivar, NY, formerly of Hinsdale, died Sunday, August 20, 2023 in his home. 

Born January 24, 1973, in Olean, he was the son of Malcom Davison and Karen Allen.  On July 16, 2022, in Bolivar, he married the former Jessica L. Button, who survives. 

He attended Hinsdale Central School and was employed by Southeastern Transmission in Olean for over 20 years and Supreme Auto Parts in Olean. 

Raymond F. “Ray” Kreckel, 70, of 613 Third Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA passed away early Saturday morning, August 19, 2023 at his home following an illness of the past year. He was born in Johnsonburg on July 8, 1953, a son to the late Edward and Virginia Williams Kreckel. On October 28, 1983 in St. Marys, he married Anna Nortum and she survives. 

Ray was a lifelong resident of Johnsonburg and was a 1971 graduate of Johnsonburg Area High School. Ray was a homebody who loved animals, especially his cat Misty, cooking and watching the Pittsburgh Steelers. 

In 2005, Ray retired from Weyerhaeuser, Johnsonburg Mill after 33 years of service. He then retired from AccuGrind in 2016 after 11 years of service. 

Smethport – Ronald G. Silvis, 71, of Eldred, PA passed away Monday (August 21, 2023) at UPMC Williamsport.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Judson R. Duell, II, 82, of Knotts Island, NC, formerly of Coudersport, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 16, 2023. He was a wise and generous man, a caring father and grandfather, and the most devoted and loving husband. 

Judson was born on December 18,1940, in Coudersport, PA, and was the son of Judson and Mary Elizabeth (Sallade) Duell. Judson graduated from Coudersport High School in June 1958 and enlisted in the army one month later, with him beginning his first overseas tour in March 1959. He met the love of his life while in Germany, and they were married September 9, 1960. 

Margaret A Anderson, 96, of Kane, PA passed away on August 18, 2023 at the Lutheran Home of Kane in Kane, PA.  

She was born on August 19, 1926 in Ludlow,  to the late George and Anna (Baronak) Kisko. She attended grade school in Curwensville, PA and graduated from Ludlow High School in 1944.

On August 18, 1950 she married Sherwood Anderson, who preceded her in death, at the St. Callistus Church.

Edna M. Kamats, 88, of St. Marys, PA, formerly of Plank Road Hollow, Emporium, PA passed away peaceful at Pinecrest Manor in St. Marys, PA on Sunday evening (August 20, 2023).

She was born May 23, 1935 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Orlan and Edna English Devling. On July 10, 1953 in Hagerstown, MD she married the late Paul J. Kamats.

Edna worked at Cameron Manufacturing and then for the Guy and Mary Felt Manor and later in Home Health Care from where she retired. She was active in the Emporium Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and as a fire police. She enjoyed spending time with her family.

Husband, Father, Grandfather

Michael Allen Roulo, 55, of 1025 Coyle Rd., Bolivar, NY went to be with his Savior, Sunday, August 20, 2023, after a battle with cancer.

Born on June 10, 1968, in Olean, he was a son of Robert A. and Joyce O. Kuhn Roulo, Sr.  On June 24, 1989, at Faith Bible Church, Little Genesee, he married the former Jill Johnson who survives.

Michael had been an equipment operator and truck driver all of his career and was last employed by Root Trucking and Logging of Bolivar.

Sarah M. Yount, 79, of St. Marys, PA, formerly of Emporium passed away at Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys, PA on Sunday morning (August 20, 2023).

She was born May 13, 1944 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Charles and Katherine Hart Griffith. She was married to the late Ralph Yount.

She graduated from Emporium High School and retired from GKN where she worked for many years. Years ago she was a member of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed spending time with her family.

Elaine Alice Flynn, 92, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023, at the Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, PA. 

Born August 4, 1931, in Hector Township, PA, she was a daughter of the late Gaylord and Hazel (Naylor) Jeffers. On April 15, 1950, she married Claude Flynn, who preceded her in death on January 21, 1988.

John E. Lyon, 79, a lifelong resident of Stanton Hill Road, Russell, PA, passed away peacefully, Friday August 18^th at the John & Orpha Blair Hospice House in Warren Pa. after a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer.

Born January 6, 1944, in Jamestown NY, he was the son of the late William Lyon & Catherine (Myers) Lyon- Bloss.

John was a 1962 graduate of Eisenhower High School and went on to complete education at the Pennsylvania School of Banking at Bucknell University and the American Institute of Banking. John entered the Army on May 4, 1965, and served in the Vietnam Conflict until his discharge on April 25, 1967, where he received the award for Exceptional Meritorious Service while serving in the 159^th Transportation Battalion in Qui Nhon, Republic of Vietnam.

Elsie Kay Pasquino, 83, a former resident of The Villages, Florida and Warren, PA, died Thursday, August 17, 2023, at River Park, Little River, S.C., at home peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Elsie was born September 19, 1939, in Erie, PA.  She was the daughter of James “Yaokee” and Lillian DeBello Caruso. 

Elsie was a 1957 graduate of Villa Maria Academy and St. Vincent Hospital School of Nursing where she earned her Licensed Practical Nursing license. She stepped away from nursing to be a “stay at home” mom to raise her daughters.  Later in life she worked at Turners Appliances and along with her husband were part owners of the former Gilbert’s Restaurant.

James H. DAY, 61, of Andover, NY died Saturday, August 19, 2023 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.  

Arrangements will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. 

Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.

Wilmer P. “Mac” McVinney, 79, of Edson Street, Eldred, PA passed away at home on August 15, 2023.

Born on May 12, 1944, he was the son of Charles and Beatrice Rebideau McVinney.  On September 25, 1992, in Bennington, VT., he married Coleen McVinney who survives.

“former Shinglehouse, Pa. resident”

MARBLE FALLS, Texas—Natalie Jeanne Hardy Poole, 86, of Marble Falls, formerly of Shinglehouse, Pa., beloved mother, daughter, Memaw, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 28, 2023, in Austin, Texas.

Born on Sunday, April 4 1937 in the state of New York, she was the only child of Stanley E. and Corale M. Cooper Hardy.

Jeanne led a life filled with love, compassion, and creativity. She attended Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse and continued her education by studying Pre-Law and Accounting at the University of South Florida.  Her dedication led her to become a paralegal, abstractor, escrow officer, and loan closer before she retired.

Beverly J. Close, 95, of Maple St., Roulette, PA passed away Thursday (Aug. 17, 2023) in her home, after a lengthy illness.

    Born April 6, 1928, in Port Allegany, she was a daughter of Kenneth and Lillian Coons Smith.  On Jan. 19, 1959, in Buffalo, NY, she married Herman “Jack” Close, Jr., who died July 20, 2010.

     Beverly was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of the Roulette High School, class of 1946.

     She was employed as a postal clerk in the Roulette Post Office for 25 years, before her retirement, and then spent 33 winters in Florida.

Samuel “Sam” Deyarmin, of Coudersport, PA passed away suddenly on Thursday, August 17, 2023.

He is survived by his wife, Vickie; family members, David and Chrissy, Linda and Mark, Laura, Debbie, April, and Mike, Jim and Ashley, Dianne, lifelong friend, Rich, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, three sisters, and a brother.

Sam was predeceased by his parents.

He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and gardening.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his memory to the Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 161, Coudersport, PA 16915 or to the Roulette Fish and Game Club, Railroad Avenue, Roulette, PA 16746.

Sam’s family has entrusted his 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 memory of Sam, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page. 

Sylvia B. Herzog, of Smethport, PA passed away on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, at Lakeview Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.

A full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Vivian M. Schlimm, 91, formerly of Sara Road, St. Marys, PA passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness.

She was born on January 9, 1932 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Schreiber Young. On August 18, 1956, she married Robert “Rib” Schlimm, who preceded her in death on October 30, 2006. Together they shared more than 50 years of marriage.

Marjorie S. Colbert, 94, of Warren, PA, formerly of Wadsworth, Ohio, died on Friday, August 18, 2023, in the Warren Manor.

A complete obituary will be published when it’s available. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

Elsie Kay Pasquino, 83, of Little River, S.C. and formerly of The Villages, Fl., and Warren, PA, died Thursday evening, August 17, 2023. 

A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.

Cheryl A. (Massing) Shea, age 78, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Friday, August 18, 2023. 

She was born on October 12, 1944 in Abington, PA, a daughter of the late Fred Massing and Marie (Lichetti) Green and was married for 59 years to William “Bill” Shea. 

Cheryl was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Wellsboro, PA and enjoyed gardening and shopping. 

She is survived by her husband: William “Bill” Shea of Wellsboro, PA, three sons: Bryan (Brigid) Shea of Lansdale, PA, Eric (Kristina) Shea of Doylestown, PA, Kyle Shea of Glenside, PA, two daughters: Michelle (Chris) Bauer of Doylestown, PA, Colleen (Chuck) Freas of Black Eddy, PA, brother: George Green of Freehold, NJ, 11 grandchildren and two great grandsons. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at a later date. 

Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.

Joel T. BLASS, 68, of Santa Barbara, CA, died Monday, November 7, 2022 in his home. 

NOTE—CHANGE OF DATE—A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 9, 2023 in Yochum Hill Cemetery, Carter Camp, PA.