Anthony P. Magnetti, 81, formerly of Gates Hollow, Bradford, passed away, Wednesday November 20, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Gretchen H. Rhoads, 74, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at her residence.
She was born on April 17, 1950, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Isaac L. and Phyllis J. McKay Smith.
Gretchen was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from St. Marys High School, class of 1969. She found joy in spending time with loved ones, nurturing her beloved dogs, immersing herself in the tranquility of fishing, and tending to her vibrant garden.
Donna F. LAMPMAN, 83, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, November 21, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
A memorial service honoring Robert and Doris Harris of Allegany, NY, will be held 12:00 PM, Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Eldred First Church of God, 142 South Main Street, Eldred, PA
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Phillip E. Frair
Phillip E. “Phil” Frair, 85, of Shinglehouse, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 18, 2024, in his home in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Born on Sunday, June 11, 1939 in Olean, NY, he was a son of Herman and Content Tarr Frair. On December 7, 1957 in Shinglehouse, he married Vivien K. Gustin, who survives.
Phil was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, Class of 1957. He was employed as an engineer at Dresser Industries in Bradford until his retirement.
Phil was a member of Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle in Myrtle, PA and also a member of the Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle in Coudersport, PA. In his younger years, Phil enjoyed playing golf, camping, riding motorcycles, and bowling. His greatest love was his faith in the Lord and enjoying time with his family.
Velma A. Bridge, 93, formerly of 2174 West Washington St. Bradford, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born May 19, 1931, in Bradford a daughter of the late Stillman S. and Freda Z. (Knight) Lewis.
Velma was a 1949 graduate of Bradford High School.
On September 30, 1950, in Allegany NY, she married LeRoy L. “Willy” Bridge who preceded her in death on July 14, 2002.
Gretchen Rhodes, 74, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at her residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services.
RICHARD K BRUNNER 1946 – 2024
-Richard Brunner, died Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville, NY. He was born February 9, 1946 in Olean, NY, the son of Edward and Helen (Duffy) Brunner of Allegany, NY.
On May 15, 1982 in Obi, NY he married Bonita (Bixby) Brunner of Portville, NY. They celebrated their 42nd anniversary earlier this year.
Sue Anne Pupo, 93, of 17 Sullivan Road, Bradford, passed away Tuesday November 19, 2024, at Olean General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Born May 31, 1931, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late John J. and Susan (Kutchmire) Dudick.
She was a 1949 graduate of St. Bernard High School, and a lifelong member of St. Bernard Church.
On June 9, 1956, in St. Bernard Church, she married Louis A. “Lou” Pupo, who preceded her in death on May 26, 2016.
Velma A. Bridge, 93, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Elmer Gatecloux, 87, formerly of Bradford, a resident of Snyder Memorial Health Care in Marienville, since January 30, 2023, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at the facility.
Anyone with knowledge of Elmer’s deceased sister Debra Bennett, or her children is asked to call Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. at 814-362-6643.
Philip Joseph Palutro, 79, of Irwin passed peacefully Sunday (Nov. 17, 2024) in Cheswick.
He was born Dec. 17, 1944, to the late Philip and Emilie (O’Bradovic) Palutro.
Philip was a very sensitive, caring man. He loved God, golf, his family and law programs. He was a little stubborn sometimes too! This quality would be needed later on in his life though …
Kenneth Clark Boal, known affectionately as Ken, passed away on October 10, 2024, in Mechanicsburg, at the age of 91. Born on December 5, 1932, in Clearfield, Ken was a man of strong character and dedication, evident in every aspect of his life, from his family to his career.
After completing his high school education at Clearfield High School, Ken proudly served in the military as part of the Army’s 10th Infantry and 37th Infantry Divisions, where he demonstrated his commitment and resilience.
John K. Brady, 69, of Warren, Pa, died on Monday November 18, 2024, in his home. A complete obituary will be published when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc.
Joanne C. (Spencer) Higley, 89, of Wellsboro, passed away Saturday November 16, 2024, at Guthrie Robert Packer, in Sayre, PA. She was born February 4, 1935, in Wellsboro, to Wallace and Vivian (Stradley) Spencer. Joanne graduated from high school and worked at Wundies in Wellsboro. On October 20, 1955, she married Horace H. Higley with whom she shared 57 years of marriage. She loved animals, especially horses, and enjoyed fishing, country music, puzzles, and was especially fond of ice cream.
Richard L. Patchen, 86, of 115 Parkside Drive Limestone, NY, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024, at UPMC Hamot in Erie. Born on February 10, 1938, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Leslie B. and Helen M. (Hughes) Patchen. He graduated from Bradford High School in 1956.
Rixford—Rev. Francis “Frank” Plummer Hill, 82, of Clark St., while at the Bradford Manor, left this life to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 17th, 2024.
Born August 21st, 1942, in Sanford, Maine, to Hugh and Electa Plummer Hill. On May 5th, 1979, at the Overcomers Church of Faith, he married Daunna McKeown Snow, who survives.
Marilou L. Filips
BRADFORD, PA—Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation for Marilou L. Filips, 70, of Bradford, formerly of Ceres, NY, from 10am to 11am on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 152 Seaward Avenue, Bradford. A memorial service will follow at 11am in the church.
Marilou passed away on November 3, 2024.
Her family entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
Nancy A. Luke, 92, of Wellsboro, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024, at UPMC-Wellsboro. She was born on October 31, 1932, in Gettysburg, OH, daughter of the late Harry M. and Hazel A. (Reck) Luzena. She married her high school sweetheart, Gene E. Luke on June 7, 1952, and they have celebrated 72 years of marriage together.
Robert Ellis Martin, 82, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at his home. Born on August 9, 1942 in Rochester, NY, he was a son of the late Robert L. and Inez (Cleveland) Martin.
He was 1960 graduate of Galeton High School, attended and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Lycoming College, and then served in the PA National Guard as a truck driver and medic.
Debra Ann (DeGroat) Larnder passed away peacefully on the afternoon of November 16th, 2024 after a two-and-a-half-year fight with cancer.
Debbie was born to Joseph and Lucille DeGroat on May 12th, 1957 in Ridgway, Pennsylvania. She attended Erie Business College where she earned an associate’s degree in business and enjoyed dancing with her friends at local discotheques. She worked at Sarah Reed Senior Living in Erie, as well as several workplaces in St. Mary’s, PA: GTE Sylvania, SGL Carbon, and CNB Bank.
Ruby E. Truax, 95, of 9084 Beebe Hill Road, Cuba, passed away Friday, November 15, 2024 at home surrounded by her family after a lengthy illness. Born on July 16, 1929, in Estill Springs, Tennessee, she was a daughter of Gustavos Lafayette and Jenny Gertrude (Collins) Gore. On November 30, 1951, in Franklin, Tennessee she married Richard H. Truax, Jr., who survives.
Ruby had worked as a cashier for Market Basket and later for Acme Electric, as a circuit board assembler, retiring in 1993 after 20 years. She was a member of the West Clarksville Baptist Church and Obi Community Church. She enjoyed knitting, cooking, reading, baking, shopping and entertaining her family and friends. For years every Sunday she would cook and host dinner for the “Sunday Dinner Gang”. Having her family all together always brought a smile to her face.
Martin W. “Marty” GODRA, 86, of Wellsboro, PA, died Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Born April 25, 1938, in Coatesville, he was the son of Martin Jr. and Elizabeth Dudas Godra. On August 29, 1959, in Parkesburg, he married Ruth Anne Hall, who predeceased him on July 1, 2018.
A U.S. Navy Veteran, he served honorably on the destroyer USS Glennon. He was employed by Lukens Steel Co., Coatesville, taking early retirement in 1981. Martin lived a life of adventure with his wife and sons, backpacking in the west, white water canoeing, hunting with bow and rifle, cross country motorcycle trips, and shooting rifle and pistols. He and Ruth owned and operated a hunting lodge in Maine for four years where he was a master hunting and fishing guide.
Brian D. Winters, 64, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at his residence.
He was born on February 16, 1960, in Ridgway, a son of the late Paul “Gene” and Grace “Mitzi” Oertly.
On May 22, 2009, he married Johnna McGrath, who survives.
A. Daniel Selleck, 93, of Wellsboro passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Towanda Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital. He was born on June 8, 1931 in Elmira Heights, N.Y. to Floyd and Marion (Baker) Selleck. On February 27, 1988, he married the late Delores A. (Dean) Selleck.
Ellen Eberly, of Warren, Pa, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. She was born in Richmond, Virginia, a daughter of William Key and Elizabeth C. Howard. She graduated from Caroline High School in Bowling Green, Virginia and Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
She received her master’s degree in library science from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Ellen spent her entire library career as Children’s Librarian at Warren Public Library. Ellen loved the American west, the National Parks, reading to children, and all animals.
Leah J. Schneider
1945 – 2024
Hinsdale – Leah J. (Smith) Schneider of 3088 Route 16 N passed away November 16th, 2024 at Olean General Hospital. Born March 31, 1945 in Corning, NY; she was the daughter of William B. & Catherine M. (Ellis) Williams.
Robert Ellis Martin, 82, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at his home. A Joint Memorial Service will be held for Bob and Donna on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at the First Presbyterian Church in Galeton.
Friends may call from 10:00am to 11:00am with the Memorial Service following at 11:00am with the Rev. Fred Garrison officiating. Arrangements and the Cremation have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton. A full obituary will follow.
John “Jack” Schlimm, 86, of St. Marys, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a brief stay. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Elizabeth A. Meachum, 94, formerly of Ford Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
David C. Swanson, 89, of Colonial Heights, Bradford, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born on July 13, 1935, in Gifford, he was a son of the late Oscar C. and Margaret (Cotton) Swanson.
He attended Bradford High School, left school and joined the United States Air Force. He served for two years and was honorably discharged on March 31, 1961. After completing his military obligation, he returned to Bradford and obtained his GED.
On September 12, 1958, in Aiken he married Ardith (Hathaway) Swanson who passed away in 1988. On June 10, 1989, in the Grace Lutheran Church he married Janice (Kime) Swanson who survives.
