William P. “Bill” Knight, 76, passed away at his home on Monday, May 15, 2023, following a lengthy illness.
He was born on August 25, 1946 in St. Marys, a son of the Othmar and Adeline Emmert Knight.
Bill was a graduate of Elk County Christian High School, class of 1964 and a member of Queen of the World Church. He served in the U.S. Army National Guard and then retired from Keystone Carbon Company after many years of service. An avid golfer, Bill loved spending time on the golf course course with his friend Gary Smith. He also enjoyed hunting and following sports.
Bill is survived by three children; Melissa Risch of Towanda, PA, David Knight of Ridgway, and Brian Knight of Saco, Maine; and by his five beloved grandchildren; Lauren, Ryan, Hannah, Derek, and Brianne and by two great-grandchildren; Kinsley and Callan.
He is also survived by two sisters; Diane (John) Bauer and Marsha (Steve) Gabor, both of St. Marys, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by a sister; Nancy Charleson.
A Memorial Mass of Christian for William P. Knight is being celebrated privately at Queen of the World Church.
Burial will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial Contirbutions may be made to the Elk County Catholic School System, 600 Maurus Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 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
Betty M. Erich-Hanes, 94, formerly of Poplar Road, St. Marys, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor.
She was born on October 10, 1928 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Salome and Mildred Gerg Dornish.
On February 14, 1947, she married the late Raymond C. Erich, who preceded her in death on December 4, 1995. in 1999, she married the late John W. Hanes, who preceded her in death on June 7, 2012.
Betty attended St. Marys Area Schools and was a member of Sacred Heart Church. She retired from Uni-Mart after many years as the manager. Over the years, she was active with the St. Ann’s Society, the Rosary Altar Society, and the Senior Center, where she loved to play cards with her friends. Always the social butterfly who made friends everywhere she went, she enjoyed volunteering her time at the hospital gift shop, the Resale Shop, and at the Senior Center. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by 5 children; Yvonne (Gene) Hooper of St. Marys, Leah (Rich) Meyer of St. Marys, Susan (George) Wendel of Erie, Mary Kay (Ernest) Kronenwetter of St. Marys, and Charles (Anna) Erich of Lexington, KY; and by 12 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by 2 step-sons, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her first and second husbands, Betty was preceded in death by a step-daughter, by two brothers; James Dornish and Charles Dornish, and by one sister; Leah Redmond.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Betty M. Erich-Hanes will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 22, 2023 at Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Thomas Curry, OSB, as celebrant.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Monday, Monday, May 22, 2023 from 8:30 AM until 9:30 AM.
Burial will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Marys Senior Center.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 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
Louis A. DISTROLA, 87, of Wellsville, NY, died Thursday, May 18, 2023 in Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
Born February 20, 1936, in Bradford, PA, he was the son of Earl Welty and Madelyn Distrola. On January 8, 2008, in Wellsville, he married Bernice Blue, who survives. A 1955 graduate of Bradford High School, he served honorably with the US Navy from 1955 – 1958. He owned and operated Lou’s Janitorial Service in Wellsville. Lou was a member of Morrison Hayes American Legion Post #702, Wellsville American Legion Honor Guard, and First Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Wellsville.
Surviving besides his wife, Bernice, are: six children, Kristina, John, Louise, Marcy, Andrew, and Robin; and many grandchildren. Per Lou’s wishes, there will be no services.
Burial will be in Bath National Cemetery, Bath, NY. Arrangements are entrusted to OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Joseph P. Bonavita, 58, of Clarendon, PA, died at his residence of natural causes, on Friday, May 19, 2023. A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.
ROULETTE, Pa. – Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life to honor Cheryl D. Card, 77, of Roulette, on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 1:00pm at the Port Allegany Veterans Memorial Home, Route 155, Port Allegany, PA 16743.
Cheryl entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
Toni Jean Siciliano Hane, age 69 of Corning, NY passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2023 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY.
Born on May 9, 1954 in Blossburg, PA she was a daughter to the late Frank and Patricia (MacLean) Siciliano. Toni enjoyed tending to her flower garden and she was an avid crafter. She also loved spending time with her family. She was a very loving mother and grandmother to her grandson, Izaiah. Toni was well loved by all her family and every person who was involved in her life. The family would like to give a special thank you to the exceptional cab drivers and caregivers who went out of their way to help Toni with anything.
Toni is survived by her son, Jason (Amber) Croft of Tioga, PA; grandson, Izaiah Croft of Tioga, PA; sisters, Mary Ellen (Stan) Orchowski of Mansfield, PA and Fran Davis of Elkland, PA; nephews, Brad Orchowski of Mansfield, PA, Mitchell Orchowski of Gettysburg, PA and Silis Wiles of Horseheads, NY; and niece, Jill Pratt of South Carolina.
She was preceded in death by both her parents, Frank and Patricia Siciliano; and sister, Susan Healey.
Family and friends are called to Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland, PA on Sunday, May 21, 2023 from 1:00 – 3:00pm. A memorial service will be held immediately following at 3:00pm with Reverend Vane Gunn officiating. Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
Shirley A. Larson, 92, of N. Ann St., passed away Tuesday (May 16, 2023) in the Buffalo General Medical Center, after a brief illness.
Born March 29, 1931, in Port Allegany, she was a daughter of John J. and Alice E. Clark Hanlon. On July 8, 1950, in Port Allegany, she married Carlton A. Larson, who died Apr. 4, 2018. They were married 67 years.
Shirley was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of Port Allegany High School, class of 1949.
She was employed with Bell Telephone Co. of PA, as a dental assistant with Dr. Phil Carlson, and later as a shipping assistant with Pittsburgh Corning Co., formerly of Port Allegany, before retiring.
Shirley was a member and church secretary for 35 years with the Gethsemane Lutheran Church, and four other churches; and member of the Women of Gethsemane Lutheran Church. She was a member and past matron of the Order of Eastern Star, Phoenix Chapter, Smethport; and former secretary of the local Red Cross.
Surviving are two sons, Nathan J. (Bonnie) Larson of New Franklin, OH, Paul A. Larson of Orchard Park, NY; ten grandchildren, two of which were raised by Carlton & Shirley: Pam A. (Dan) Dixon and Paige A. (Andrew) Moore both of Reading, PA; 20 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephew.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Carlton, and three sisters: Exilda R. Hanlon, Marjorie W. Zlobec, and Virginia E. Holden.
Friends will be received from 6-8 p.m. Sunday in the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday (May 22, 2023, in the Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Port Allegany, with Rev. John Kallerson, officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
An O.E.S. service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home.
Memorials can be made to the Gethsemane Lutheran Church.
Condolences can be made to: Nathan Larson, 620 W. Nimisila Rd., New Franklin, OH 44319.
James T. Long, 76, of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.
He was born November 16, 1946 in St. Marys, son of the late, James F. and Caroline Lechner Long. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of St. Marys High School. He started his career at Speer Carbon and retired from SGL in 2008. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving his country in Vietnam as a tank operator.
On January 19, 1977, in St. Marys, Jim married Elyse Mitchell, who survives.
Along with his loving wife, Jim is survived by four daughters: Kimberly Cashmer (David) of Weedville, Jennifer Greenthaner (Jeff) of St. Marys, Kristi Burgin (Mark) of Lock Haven, and Jessica Gnan (Shawn) of St. Marys; his son, James Long (Ashley) of Kersey; ten grandchildren: Lucy, Rayne, Maya, Nevaeh, Owen, Michaela, Mitchell, Makenzie, Cody, and Ellie; two great-grandchildren: Griffin and Emerson; and a brother, Ronald Long (Wendy) of Kersey.
Jim was a member of the Elks and Eagles Clubs, the American Legion, and was an avid Harley Davidson rider. He enjoyed hunting and was meticulous about everything, especially his cars, yard, garden, and taking care of his ferns. He was a kind man and nothing brought him greater joy than spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 22, 2023 at the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Full military honors will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail.
There will be no visitation.
Memorial donations, if desired may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693 or to the Elk County Catholic School System, 600 Maurus Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Cynthia Muccio-Barnard, 61, of 532 Armory Road, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born June 23, 1961, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Raymond and Patricia Gleixner Wickett. Cynthia was a graduate of Elk County Christian High School, Class of 1979. Cindy had a passion for learning and studying scriptures, so that she could counsel her clients from the Word of God. She earned her Associate Degree in 2002 from the University of Pittsburgh, her Bachelor of Science Degree from Trinity College of Florida in 2011, and her Master of Arts in Counseling from Westminster Theological Seminary in 2011. She was a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, and was a Christian Counselor for Be Transformed in St. Marys.
On July 29, 2015, in Abington, PA, Cynthia married Dr. Mark Barnard, who survives.
Along with her husband, she is also survived by two children: Joseph Muccio (Brianne) of St. Marys and Anthony Muccio (Yvonne) of St. Marys; four step-children: David Barnard (Danielle) of East Norriton, PA Rachel Barnard of East Lansing, MI, Ruth Barnard of Philadelphia, PA, and Anastasia Barnard of Charlotte, NC; four grandchildren: Giuliana, Marcus, Dominic, and Kase; two step-grandchildren: Christian and Hailey; four sisters: Linda Baker of St. Marys, Peggy Anderson (Doug) of St. Marys, Sandra Cowan of Tampa, FL, and Victoria Aaron (Dr. Trudy Peterman) of Altoona; one brother, Daniel Wickett (Fran) of North Carolina; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM on Sunday, May 21, 2023.
A memorial service will be held privately by her family.
Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to the Three Breastketeers, 102 Elk Road, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Michael D. “Denny” Bender, age 80, of Cookeville, TN, passed away on April 25, 2023, from the comforts of his home.
Michael was born in Girard, PA, on May 1, 1942, to the late Michael Bender and Anna Lucas.
Michael joined the U.S. Army after graduating high school. From there, he went on to serve two tours of duty in Vietnam. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his service to our nation. After retiring from the Army, he went on to work for the Department of Defense as a supply manager.
To his family and friends, Michael was known as “Dallas” because he was country before country was cool. He liked riding motorcycles and traveling. He loved watching John Wayne movies.
Michael is survived by daughters Denise (Bruce) Hale of Smethport and Deborah (William) Seighman of Beaver Falls, PA; grandchildren Ranee Eichmann, Dane Faes, Bryce Hale, Shawna Boydstun, Miranda Seighman, and William “B.J.” Seighman; great grandchildren Jace Boydstun and Trenton Boydstun; sister Shirley Bender of PA; and brother Robert Bender of Florida.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 10AM to 12-noon at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport. A Catholic Blessing service will be conducted at the funeral home at noon following the visitation. Military Honors will be accorded after the services by the Crosby and Smethport Honor Guard. Burial with full military honors will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA.
Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the American Legion; John Berg Post #976 of Crosby, PA or the VFW Post #2497 of Smethport, PA. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport, PA.
Kenneth C. Chester, 73, of Sewickley, passed away Monday (May 15, 2023) at his camp on Kandare Camp Lane, Crosby.
He was born January 18, 1950 in Sewickley, PA, the son of Kenneth and Dorothy (Mellott) Chester. On July 31, 1976, in Smethport, he married Sandra K. Jordan, who survives.
Ken graduated high school and then received his x-ray technician certification. He ultimately was mechanic and owner, along with his wife, of “Sharp N Fix”, their own lawn and garden repair shop in Sewickley.
Ken loved to come up to his camp and stay on Kandare Camp Lane in Crosby.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
Two daughters: Colleen and Mallory Chester, both of Sewickley, PA
Two sons: Kirk Chester of New Sewickley Twp., PA and Casey Chester of Big Beaver Twp., PA
Four grandchildren: Colton, Jordan, Camden and Caiden
One sister: Doreen Edsall of Florida
Ken was preceded in death by his parents.
At Ken’s request, there will be no visitation or services at this time. A celebration of Ken’s life will be planned at a future date.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to your local Fire Department. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Leslie “Les” Duane Gallup, 62 of Eldred, passed away on Tuesday (May 16, 2023) after a lengthy illness.
Born in Olean, N.Y., on Sept. 4, 1960, he was the son of Arvilla Griswold Gallup and Emery Gallup.
Les was a graduate of Smethport High School class of 1978. He worked several jobs including, helping mow lawns at St. Elizabeth Cemetery as a young adult, New Bethlehem Burial Service and lastly, International Waxes Inc. for approximately 19 years.
Les enjoyed people. He was the life of the party, always there with a joke or funny response. Les loved spending time with his family, he loved his brothers and sister. He enjoyed keeping up on the latest with his children, nieces, nephews and friends on Facebook.
Les enjoyed going to football games, baseball games, family hunting adventures with his brothers, listening to music, going for rides in his truck, breakfast with his sister “Lordy,” googling mechanics to be part of a repair team with his dad, spending time with friends, watching the Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs play, UFC fighting, Aunt Cherrie’s cookies and spending time with his cat Bub, who has been a loyal therapy cat this past year. Les will always be remembered for his beautiful smile and contagious laugh.
Left to carry on are his wife of 32 years, Melissa (Mullen) Gallup, his children, Alison Gallup, David (Ashley) Gallup, and Whitney Gallup; five grandchildren, Trenton Gallup, Braidyn Brown, Colby Blauser, Landen Blauser, and Jayce Schermerhorn; and several nieces and nephews.
He was a loving brother to Jonathan Gallup of Shinglehouse; Emery Jr. (Nina) Gallup, of Bel Air, Md.; Gerald (Laurie) Gallup of Fort Mill, S.C., Shane (Annette) Gallup of Denver, N.C., Greg (Cristina) Gallup of Rochester, Minn., Lori Bolles of Mount Jewett, and devoted friend of Mark McNeil and Paul Bishop.
He was preceded in death by a very close family member, William Taylor.
Visitation will be held at Frame Funeral Home, Eldred, on Sunday, May 21, 2023 from 2 to 4 p.m. followed by a memorial service with Bishop Brian Spencer, from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Orton E. Maynard, 94, of Park Avenue, passed away on Sunday (May 14, 2023) at the Olean (N.Y.) General Hospital.
Born March 16, 1929 in Portville, N.Y., he was a son of Orton and Ethel Larabee Maynard. On Aug. 17, 1952, in West Clarksville, N.Y., he married Peggy Manning, who survives.
Orton grew up on Haskell Road prior to moving to Eldred in 1955.
Mr. Maynard was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during the Korean War. He then spent his career employed by Clark Brothers, which then became Dresser-Rand and finally Ingersoll-Rand in Olean until his retirement in 1992.
He was a life member and former president of the Eldred Conservation Club, and was also a member of the American Legion Post # 887 of Eldred. He enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as woodworking and making lawn decorations.
Surviving in addition to his wife of 70 years are one son, Mike (Anne Bennett) Maynard of Eldred; a daughter, Sue Rounsville of Eldred; eleven grandchildren, Nickolas Maynard, Shawn (Nancy) Rounsville, Shannon Rounsville, Joshua (Sarah) Rounsville, Cody (Miranda) Rounsville, Amber Rounsville , Patrick (Kristy) Rounsville, Rosa Rounsville, Christopher Rounsville, Cayden Rounsville, and Irelyn Rounsville; eight great-grandchildren, Keaton (Haley), Aubri, Suzie, Kameron, Emily, Braidon, Brynn and Brax; as well as a great-great-granddaughter, Gracie.
He was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Dale Rounsville in 2022, as well as three sisters, Betty Hill, Evelyn Reynolds, and Dede Reynolds; and one brother, Bill Maynard.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Portville.
Sandra J. Morris, “Sandy”, 83, formerly of Kane, PA, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 13, 2023 surrounded by loving family in Ithaca, NY. She was born July 8, 1939 in Kane. Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Marian Hultman, and her husband, Paul J. Morris, along with twin boys who were born prematurely and died soon after birth.
Sandy was a homemaker and raised four daughters. She worked for many years cheerfully serving the patrons of her parent’s business, The Arcade Restaurant, on Fraley St. in Kane. In addition, she put her passion for nurturing to good use as a CNA in the Kane area. Later in life, she moved to Ithaca, NY to be near two of her daughters where she enjoyed crocheting, bird watching, listening to music, reading, and visiting the local lakes and waterfalls.
Sandy is survived by four daughters, Kelly Morris (David Shalloway) of Danby, NY; Kim Hyde of Winter Haven, FL; Kathy Bagian (the late Robert) of Dillsburg, PA; and Kristine Morris (Ronnie Rosser) of Ithaca, NY. She has left four grandchildren, Sara Weaver (Dan) of Tallahassee, FL; Philip Bagian of Anchorage, AK; Lauren Dederer (Ross) of McDonald, PA; Phoebe Shalloway of Los Angeles, CA; and three great-grandchildren: Ella, Isabella and Danny Weaver of Tallahassee, Fl.
Sandy is also survived by one brother, Bruce Hultman (Roberta) of Ebensburg, PA; one niece, Jennifer DiDonato (Jim) and their children, Isabella and Pasquale; two nephews, Judd Hultman (Heather) and their children Seth and Sam; and Justin Hultman (Elizabeth Morris) and their son Forest.
Sandy will be lovingly remembered and missed by her family, friends, and devoted caregivers (who helped to care for her over the past few years after she suffered a debilitating stroke).
There will be a private, family graveside burial and service at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Kane, PA.
Phyllis B. Norek passed away Friday, May 12, 2023 at UPMC Cole.
Phyllis was born June 4, 1930, in Smethport PA, she was the daughter of Hans and Roma Starr Benson. On November 11, 1950, she married John Charles Norek who died on September 23, 2015.
She was a member of Saint Eulalia Catholic Church.
Phyllis is survived by children Kris (Harold) Hawkes of Coudersport, Gayle (Jeff) Potocek of Coudersport and Kevin (Kelley) Norek of Portville, NY; grandchildren Dr. Lindsay (Jesse) Graham of Jamestown, PA, Dr. Leslie (Steve) Freeman of Birdsboro, PA, Derek (Julie) Anthony of Bellefonte, PA, Jillian Anthony of Erie, PA, Kyle Norek of Portville, NY and Kelsie Norek of Ithaca, NY.
Great-grandchildren Jessica, John, Gabriel and Serci Graham, Novella and Ellory Freeman and Charles Anthony.Phyllis is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Richard and Walter Benson and sisters Gayle Robbins and Kathryn Benson.
Friends will be received at the St. Eulalia Catholic Church 6 Maple Street, Coudersport on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 10:00am, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am followed by a luncheon at St. Eulalia’s Parish Center Coudersport.
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
Memorials may be made to Teacher’s Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport PA 16915
Donna C. (Campbell) Owen, 98, of Wellsboro, passed away Monday May 15, 2023, at the Green Home in Wellsboro.
She was born July 7, 1924, in Elmira, NY to Theodore and Bertha Angelina (Norman) Campbell. On April 14, 1946, she married Jack L. Owen. Donna graduated from Northside High School of Corning, NY in 1942. To support WWII, she built bomb sights alongside other women. Upon her graduation from Albany State Lab School, she worked in state labs in Geneva and Corning, NY. She then worked as a lab technician for Soldiers and Sailors for 38 years, and also ran the blood bank. She and Jack were founding members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Wellsboro, and active in its construction, later they were a part of the formation of Hope Lutheran Church in Charleston, and more recently she had been active in the Wellsboro Baptist Church through the Shared Home. Donna was active in Business and Professional Women, she supported the local Lion’s Club as a spouse of a member, was a Scout leader with the Brownies and Girl Scouts of America, enjoyed gardening, loved being a grandmother and a great-grandmother, and was an avid Penn State Football fan.
Donna is survived by her son: Jay Owen LCDR USNR Ret. (Deborah) of Shillington, PA; a daughter: Jan Bennett (Alan) of Nichols, NY; four grandchildren: Amy Jo Clinard (Mickey), Travis Bennett (Britt), John Owen EOC USN (Agata), and Laura Owen; and seven great-grandchildren, she was a dedicated dog-mom and is survived by her faithful companion Chip. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a sister: Sara Anne VanOrder.
Donna’s family has entrusted her arrangements to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA, and there will be a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in Donna’s memory be made to the Wellsboro Shared Home 27 Bacon Street Wellsboro, PA 16901. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Joyce G. Meloni, 85, formerly of Hemlock Road, St. Marys, passed away on Monday,May 15, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor.
She was born on August 26, 1937 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Orville and Mary Ford Ganoe.
Joyce was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School class of 1955. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and retired from Stackpole Carbon after many years as a Personnel Clerk. Joyce then worked for the Community Nurses Home Support for a number of years.
In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her longtime companion; Larry Bucher.
Funeral Services for Joyce G. Meloni will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM at First United Methodist Church, 140 N. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Pastor Missy Smith officiating.
Burial will follow in the St. Marys Protestant Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 9:45 AM until 10:30 AM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Penn Highlands Community Nurses or to the First United Methodist Church.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Jeffery A. Little, 61, of 88 Kennedy Street, Bradford passed away Monday May 15, 2023, surrounded by loved ones at UPMC Shadyside after a 5-year battle with acute myeloid leukemia.
Born September 9, 1961, in Bradford, he was the son of Harry Little Sr. who survives, and the late Mary Chase, and the late Patrick McGee.
Jeff graduated from Limestone High School in 1979 where he excelled in football and basketball and continued his education at BOCES in Olean, NY, where he received an electrical certificate.
On November 3, 1979, in Limestone, NY, he married his high school sweetheart Debbie (Pascarella) Little, who survives.
Jeff worked in the oil and gas industry for 30 plus years where he eventually retired from the Department of Environmental Protection as a site inspector shortly after his leukemia diagnosis.
Jeff excelled in football, where he was named the Big 30 Player of the Year in 1979, following a stellar football career. He would later be inducted into the Allegany-Limestone Sports Wall of Fame in 2004. Jeff was named the Honorary Captain for Team New York in the 2019 Big 30 All Star Charities Classic Game. As an avid sports follower, Jeff was a huge Minnesota Vikings and Penn State Nittany Lions fan. He volunteered his time coaching local youth in baseball, wrestling, and football. Commonly known as “Floyd”, he competed in the Bradford/Olean Men’s Softball League for several years. His biggest passion was coaching and mentoring his two boys in their athletic endeavors. He took great pride in his three grandchildren, as their “Da”, he enjoyed every minute he spent with them. As a big brother figure, Jeff enjoyed spending time side by side with his brother-in-law Mark Pascarella.
Surviving in addition to his wife Debbie of 44 years, are his two sons, Jason (Kristin) Little of Albany, NY, and Brian (Kylee) Little of Bradford, three grandchildren Kelcie Little, Braylon Little and Mason Little, four sisters, Laurie (Chris) Johnson, Michelle McGee, Cindy (Chris) Coppella, Jessie (John) Rounsville, one brother Jay (Tracy) Little, one maternal aunt, Vera Kohler, his mother-in-law, Brenda Pascarella as well as several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Chase, father Patrick McGee, one brother Harry R. Little Jr., his grandmother Jeanette Vaughn, and father-in-law James Pascarella.
Friends will be received on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from Noon to 1:00 PM, in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street, where funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM with Rev. Fred Zickefoose, Pastor of the Bradford Area Parish, officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Big 30 All Star Charities Classic, P.O. Box 82, Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
William Knight, 76, of Locust Road, St. Marys, died at his home on Monday, May 15, 2023. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Gerald A. Agosti, 87, of Kersey, died on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Penn Highlands Elk after a lengthy illness.
He was born on February 15, 1936, in Force, a son of the late William and Helen Majchrzak Agosti.
On November 14, 1959, he married Patricia Wallace, who survives.
Gerald was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Bennetts Valley High School. For many years, Gerald worked as a mechanic at Keystone. He was a member of St. Marys KOF, C.M.F, Kersey Fireman’s Club, PFL, and Dagus Mines Legion. Gerald enjoyed taking walks in the woods, making wine, and watching the steelers.
In addition to his loving wife of 63 years, Patricia, he is survived by 4 daughters: Deb Hoffman and her husband Luke of Ridgway, Karen Agosti of Ridgway, Loretta Pistner of St. Marys, and Elizabeth Agosti from Williamsport, 2 sons; Richard Agosti of St. Marys and Randy Agosti of Byrnedale, 11 grandchildren; Ben, Nicholas (Ashlee), R.J (Kelsea), Kenny (Gina), Darryn, Jason, Forest, Kylie, Josie, Shelby, and Devin, 4 great grandchildren; Hailey, Kinsley, Brianna, and Maylee. He is also survived by a brother, Floyd Agosti of Penfield.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers; Donald and Robert Agosti, a sister in infancy, and a son in law, Rodney Pistner.
Funeral services for Gerald A. Agosti will be held privately and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Knights of Columbus.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Joyce M. (Sargent) Mattison, age 87, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Sunday, May 14, 2023.
She was born on October 15, 1935 in Wellsboro, PA a daughter of the late William J. and Lillian E. (Hart) Sargent.
She was retired from Corning Glass Works, Wellsboro, PA and was married for 67 years to Clair Mattison.
Joyce enjoyed sewing, camping, doing needlepoint, playing bingo, cake decorating, working in her flower gardens, taking care of others and especially spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband: Clair Mattison of Wellsboro, PA, three sons: Dale (Tammy) Mattison of Tioga, PA, Neil (Julie) Mattison of Port Charlotte, FL, Kevin (Chris) Mattison of Middlebury Center, PA, daughter: Faye St. John of Wellsboro, PA, sister: Gloria Jean Weader of Holley, NY, eight grandchildren: Jason (Melissa) Mattison, Jeffrey (Misty Jo) Osborn, Michael (Jennifer) Mattison, Daniel Mattison, Stephen Osborn, Brandy (Kyle) Coleson, Eric Osborn, Noah (Alley) Mattison, 24 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a son: Keith Mattison and two brothers.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, May 18 from 4 to 6 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA and on Friday, May 19, 2023 from 1 to 3 pm at the funeral home. A funeral service will follow at 3:00 pm with Rev. Glenda Brooks Hammond officiating. Interment will be in the Shumway Hill Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries, 725 Gee Rd., Tioga, PA 16946.
Leroy R Anders, 80, of Kersey, PA died unexpectedly on May 15, 2023, at his residence.
He was born on May 11, 1943, in St. Marys, the son of the late George W. and Leona Feldbauer Anders.
On July 3, 1965, at St. Marys Church, he married the late Shirley M. Barr, who preceded him in death on January 2, 2011.
Leroy was a lifelong resident of the community. He worked many years at Stackpole and later retired from Mersen. He enjoyed spending his time woodworking, fixing cars, and volunteering at Fox Twp. Senior Center. Leroy had a passion for the outdoors, and liked to go camping, boating, and fishing.
He is survived by 2 daughters; Deborah Leeders and her husband Michael of Canal Fulton, OH, and Susan Williams and her husband Wayne Sr. of St. Marys, 1 son, Larry Anders and his wife Colleen of Kersey, 5 grandchildren; Steven Anders, Stacey (Jarret) Evans, Shawn (Lexi) Anders, Meagan (Bryan) Clark, and Nicholas Leeders, 3 great grandchildren; Issac Evans, Cayden Clark, and Bailee Anders. He is also survived by a brother, Paul Anders of St. Marys and a girlfriend, Jennie Cavallett.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Mildred Ginther and Mary Gagliardi, and 3 brothers: Arnold, Richard, and Edward Anders.
Funeral Services for Leroy R. Anders will be celebrated on Friday, May 19, 2023, at 1:00 PM at Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA, 15846, with Rev. Ron Burkett officiating.
Visitation will be held at Krise Funeral Home, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 from 12:00PM until the time of service.
Memorial contributions can be made to Fox TWP Senior Center.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Richard L. Armagost, 90, peacefully passed away Saturday May 13, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home, with his daughters by his side.
Born November 25, 1932, in Brookville, he was a son of the late James Edward and Ida Mae (Reed) Armagost.
The majority of his life was spent installing flooring for more than 40 years. He worked at Duval Flooring, in Warren, and Monego’s Floor and Wall Covering in Bradford. As a young man he worked in the oil fields and did masonry work. After retirement he was employed by Green Thumb at the NYS Environmental.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed hunting with his brothers, taking the beagles out occasionally. He enjoyed having those late-night horseshoe tournaments, and when they didn’t know enough to call it a day, rigging up spotlights so they could continue the game.
Dick was a member of the Church of Christ, a former member of the Marche Club, Limestone Volunteer Firemen’s Club and the Bradford American Legion Post 108.
He is survived by three daughters Julie (the late John) Szur of Jersey Shore, Sharon (Tim Bridge) Black of Lewis Run, and Doreen (Louie) Dedionisio of Harbor Creek, along with many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and nieces, nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Mildred Phearsdorf, and four brothers Floyd, James, Earl and Robert Armagost.
A private memorial service will be held at the Church of Christ with Rev. Rick Price, Pastor officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Anyone fighting this debilitating disease is powerless and has no voice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Bradley Ion, 64, of Warren, PA., died Monday evening, May 15, 2023, at Warren General Hospital, Warren, PA., after an extended illness.
He was born September 8, 1958, in Erie, PA. Brad was the son of John B. and Betty Jane Dunham Ion. He has resided in the Warren area since 1974 and was formerly of Sheffield and Erie, PA. Brad was a laborer with Huber Blacktop, Segal and Son, Whirley Drinkworks and the city of Warren. He was a member of Pleasant Community Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling. He loved to spend time with his kids and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Vea Bearfield Reese-Ion whom he married September 3, 2010, 3 Sons – Jonathan “Jay” Ion and wife, Cammie of Warren, PA., Walter “Tea” Ion and wife, Nicole of Cabool, Missouri, Dav Lee Ion and wife, Brittany of Warren, PA., 1 Sister – Mary McCarthy of Erie, PA., 7 Grandchildren, several nieces, and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Ida Diane, 2 Brothers -John Ion, Jr., William P. Ion and half-brother, Eddie Watson.
Family and friends will be received at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Thursday, May 18, 2023, from 4 to 6 P.M. followed by a funeral service at 6:00 P.M. with Rev. James Swanson, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Maultby Cemetery, Grand Valley, PA.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Warren Salvation Army, 311 Beech Street, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
David F. Brown, age 65, of Knoxville, PA passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at his home.
Born on December 3, 1957 in Wellsboro, PA he was a son to the late Franklin and Eleanor (Colvin) Brown. David married Peggy S. Tompkins and they shared several loving years together before his passing.
David enjoyed spending his time outdoors either hunting or fishing. Dave also loved spending time with his family, especially his sons and grandsons. He enjoyed seeing his friends and spending time with his 7 energetic dogs, all Australian Shepherds.
David is survived by his loving wife, Peggy Brown of Knoxville, PA; sons, Aaron (Anyssa) Brown of Elkland, PA and Anthony (Paula) Brown of Westfield, PA; grandsons, Jayce and Jackson Brown both of Elkland, PA; brother, Kevin (Brenda) Brown of Elkland, PA; and friends, Sheldon Wood, Denny Stewart and Rory Moon.
He was preceded in death by both his parents and close friends, Dan L’Amoureux and Richard Falvey.
Per the family’s wishes, a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland, PA. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com
Paul E. Drake, age 69, of Palm Springs, CA, formerly of Sabinsville, PA passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the Desert Regional Medical Center, Palm Springs CA. Born April 7, 1954 to the late Arthur Drake, Sr. and Elsie McCleaft.
Paul is survived by two brothers, Michael Drake of Watkins Glen, NY and Lawrence (Jackie) Drake of Galeton, PA; two sisters, Gail Short of Little Marsh, PA and Judith Beach of Painted Post, NY; several nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; and his lovely dog, Toby.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Arthur (Sandy) Drake, Jr. of Sabinsville, PA and a great nephew, Gavin Harlow.
Paul was loved by many very close friends; Paula Carson of AZ, Cindy Tshudy-Long of FL, Kurt McLaren of FL, Joanne Snyder of Williamsport, Janet (Jim) Buffington of Westfield, Julie Streeter of AZ, Victor Rolden of CA and very dear friend, Reuben of CA, which he will now take Toby to be with him.
Per Paul’s wishes, there will be no services. Burial will be in Sabinsville Cemetery.
Mary E. Zimmerman, 87, of 4791 Glen Hazel Rd, Wilcox (Glen Hazel), PA passed away Sunday afternoon, May 14, 2023 at UPMC-Altoona. She was born in Johnsonburg on June 15, 1935, a daughter to the late Frank and Lillian Dill Pavlock. On May 2, 1959 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married Donald A. Zimmerman. He preceded her in death on January 3, 2019.
Born and raised in Johnsonburg, Mary was a 1953 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. She has resided in the Glen Hazel area since her marriage in 1953. Mary was a member of Holy Cross Church and then St. Anne’s Church. She was a longtime and recognized supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. She loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren and loved to attend her grandchildren’s sporting events. She enjoyed playing cinch in the garage, watching NASCAR with her family, watching game shows, doing crosswords and sitting on the front porch with her dog “Bud”.
Mary had worked at Stackpole in Johnsonburg, worked as a Home Health Aide and had worked at the Corner Café and the McFarland House.
Mary is survived by her children Steven F. Zimmerman of Glen Hazel, Stanley Zimmerman at home, Susan Solorio of Wilcox, Scott Zimmerman and his wife Amy of Glen Hazel and Stacy, Mrs. Robert Bauer of St. Marys, her grandchildren Brandee, Steven and Trevor Zimmerman, Erica, Elena and Michael Solorio, Jake and Haylee Zimmerman and Logan and Lucas Bauer and her great-grandchildren Dawson and Reece Lyons. She is also survived by brothers Michael Pavlock and his wife Michelle of Johnsonburg and Frank Pavlock and his wife Evelyn of Hancock, NY and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Mary is predeceased by a daughter-in-law Mary Zimmerman, a sister Dorothy Frederoski and a brother Jerry Pavlock.
Funeral Services and visitation for Mary E. Zimmerman will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Interment will be with her husband in Holy Cross Cemetery, Rasselas.
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 honor should be made to St. Jude Children Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or to the Wilcox Vol. Fire Dep’t., 84 Lawrence St., Wilcox, PA 15870.
COUDERSPORT, Pa.–John W. Welsh, 80, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA passed after a short illness on April 28th,2023. An active member of many area service organizations, supporter of countless local charities, John was rarely without a bundle of raffle tickets to peddle.
He was a member of Potter Post 192 of the American Legion, he held many positions with the Sons of the American legion. Through the years he was active in the Lions Club, the Little Fellas Fish Hatchery, Trout Unlimited, Black Forest Sportsman Club, the Galeton Moose Club, the Austin-Costello Sportsmans Club and many others.
An avid hunter and fisherman, leek digger and gardener, John was a many faceted person, who later in life developed an insatiable reading habit and was a frequent visitor to the Coudersport Public Library. Through the years he was an accomplished Bowler, having bowled a 299 game at one point, which he was very proud of. He loved Golf also, and I have to say I always enjoyed a round with him, as he made my pitiful game look good. He was a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, into which he indoctrinated us. Go Bills!
But to us anyways, the most important aspect of him was that he was our father. Sometimes distant, but always there when you needed him and always warm a smile.
I have written this obituary about 30 times in the last several days. I’m a writer, it’s what I do. But every time I wrote it, it sounded so cold and factual, devoid of all the things that my dad was. Sure, I can list all those in his family that preceded him in death and all the family members still alive and all the places he worked or lived. But really that’s not going to even touch on who he was.
John was a simple man, born in a simple town, in a simpler time. He adapted to the changes as well as any man, and did the best with what life handed him. He found joy in flowers and stray cats and the sun on a trout stream.
I could list all the accomplishments that my dad achieved over the years, all the plaques and pen sets, and certificates that he received for his volunteer work, which might give you a hint of his big heart and sense of responsibility to his home and community. But he was bigger than even those.
My dad was one of the first and I believe only Triplets born in Potter County. In 1942, along with his brother James Welsh, and his sister Janice Welsh Goodwin, were welcomed into this world.
Along with Robert (Butch) Jr, Dorothy Welsh Hershy, Lois Welsh Spoor, they made up quite a clan on Dwight street in Coudersport.
He married Jacqueline Dates(Brewer), soon after high school and my brother Will Welsh and I (Bryan) soon arrived. After they parted, My dad married Constance Watson, adding a stepson, Henry Watson and a step daughter, June Watson Wiley to his family. Connie passed away in 2013
We are planning a memorial service at Post 192 in Coudersport, possibly in July. If you would like to do something in his memory, make a donation to whatever community group you prefer.
Because in the end, that’s what dad would have done.
John’s family 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 fond memory of John, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Connie M. DODGE, 67, of Wellsville, NY, passed peacefully Saturday, May 13, 2023 in Wellsville Manor Care Center.
Born December 13, 1955, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Walter R. and Jane Marie Richards Dodge.
A 1974 graduate of Wellsville High School, she was employed as an aide by Wellsville Manor. Connie was an aunt to everyone.
Surviving are: a sister, Bonnie Schultz of Albion; nieces, Monica (Donald) Hoy of Albion, Cheryl Dodge of Wellsville, Heidi (George) McMillen of NC, Norma (Justin) Button of Wellsville, and Jade Black of NC; nephews, Thomas Proctor of Wellsville and Kevin (Breanna) Tesmer of Albion; grand-nieces and grand-nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Donald “Snoop” Dodge.
A graveside service in Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellsville will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville.
