Obituaries

Tena M. MANNY, 57, of Mills, PA, died Wednesday, February 22, 2023 in UPMC West Shore Hospital, Mechanicsburg.  

Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  

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

Robert A. Kelly, 62, of Smethport, PA passed away Wednesday (February 22, 2023) at his residence in Smethport.

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

Michael J. “Mike” Peterson, age 72, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. 

He was born on December 16, 1950 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Jerome Peterson and Barbara Ann Peterson and was retired from Osram Sylvania, Wellsboro, PA. 

A graveside service will be held on Monday, February 27, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Catlin Hollow Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA. 

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

Karl F. LORENZ, 69, of Harrison Valley, PA, formerly of Bechtelsville and Limerick, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023 in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY.  

Born May 8, 1953, in Doylestown, he was the son of John and E. May Black Lorenz.  On March 7, 1997, in Boyertown, he married the former Jill A. Clark, who survives.  

A graduate of Central Bucks High School, he studied at Delaware Valley Community College.  Early in his career, he was employed as a mechanic.  After that, he was in sales for Associated Truck Parts in Gilbertsville and Cumberland Truck Parts.  Since living in Harrison Valley, he was employed by NAPA in Westfield and Carquest in Galeton.  Karl was a member of the NRA and NAHC.  

An outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, four-wheeling, snowmobiling, and tinkering on machines.  He loved animals all his life; always bringing strays home. 

 Surviving besides his wife, Jill, are:  a brother, Joel (Marian) Lorenz;  two nieces, Danielle Lorenz and Alison Lorenz;  brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews on Jill’s side.  

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a half-brother, John “Earl” Lorenz.  

Services will be private.  

Memorials may be made to Harrison Township Volunteer Fire Co., 112 E. Tannery St., Harrison Valley, PA 16927 or Crary Hose Co., 429 E Main St., Westfield, PA 16950.  

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Dana J. Stevens, 51, of Coudersport, PA  passed away February 19, 2023, at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport. 

Dana was born on November 22,1971 in Coudersport. He was the son of Marilyn (Zamberlan) Plivelic of Austin and the late Russell D. Stevens. Dana married his long-time companion, the former Timecka Dubots on May 21, 2022. 

Dana was a graduate of Austin Area High School, Class of 1989. He was a member of the Carpenters Union and worked with numerous construction companies in the area. Dana also worked for S. Wilson Enterprises.

Dana was a Firefighter for 35 years and was a life member of both Austin and Coudersport volunteer fire departments. Dana performed many duties within Coudersport’s organization from Captain, Board Member, Rescue Squad and Apparatus Committee Member. Dana was the building/construction manager when renovations were done on the station a couple years ago. 

Dana fought a long, hard and triumphant battle with carcinoid cancer. The one piece of advice that Dana wanted to leave everyone with was this: “Make sure that you are your biggest healthcare advocate!! Know your body and find a doctor that is going to help you fight! Most importantly, have a strong support system.” You can support his last wish by being your own and biggest advocate! #danastrong 

In addition to his wife and mother, Dana is survived by sons, Derek and Dane Stevens, both of Coudersport; his brother, Patrick (LeAnne) Stevens of Austin; and several nieces and nephews.  In addition to his father, Dana was preceded in death by a sister, Debbie Sue Stevens. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Dana‘s life on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 11a.m., at the Coudersport Fire Station, 171 Port Allegany Rd, with a luncheon to follow. The family suggests memorial contributions in Dana’s name be made to the Coudersport Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 161, Coudersport, PA 16915 or to the Austin Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 328, Austin, PA 16720.

The family has entrusted Dana’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 North East St., Coudersport. To share your fondest memories of Dana, or to sign his guestbook. Please visit www.thomasfickinger.com

June C. Adams, 91, of 521 Hyde Avenue, Ridgway, PA passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.

Jeanette “Jean” D. Weber, 80, of Smethport, PA passed away Wednesday (February 22, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.

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

Dale E. Fleeger, 80, of Washington Street, St. Marys, PA passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a brief illness.

He was born on November 21, 1942 in Slippery Rock, PA, a son of the late Paul R. and Nellie E. Warsing Fleeger.

On November 15, 1969, in Slippery Rock, he married Frances Armstrong Fleeger, who survives of St. Marys. Together they shared more than 53 years of love, laughter, and happiness.

Dale worked for many years as a groundskeeper for Slippery Rock University, and then worked at Dollar General and Walmart following his retirement. He loved the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. He was also an avid photographer who enjoyed watching and photographing wildlife. He was a good and kind man who loved traveling with his wife and spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter; Kelly Frey of St. Marys; and by his 2 grandchildren; Margaret “Maggie” Frey and Hunter Frey. He is also survived by two brothers; Ronald (Linda) Fleeger of VA, and Thomas Fleeger of Volant, and by numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his former son-in-law; Dean Frey.

In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by a sister in infancy.

Funeral Services for Dale E. Fleeger will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home.

Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Friday, February 24, 2023 from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Elk Haven Nursing Home Activities Fund.

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

Dennis David BRISTOL, 56, of Ulysses, PA, died Sunday, February 12, 2023.  

He was born January 12, 1967 in Detroit, MI.  Dennis was a 1984 graduate of Northern Potter High School, where he was an academic student and active in track, wrestling, and varsity club.  

He served with the U.S. Navy from 1984 – 1987.  He attended South Florida State College in Sebring and earned an associate’s degree from the University of Central Florida in Orlando.  

Dennis was employed as caretaker for Ulysses Cemetery and Mills Cemetery.  

Surviving are:  a son, Devin Bristol of Ulysses;  a brother, Dannie (Cristin) Bristol of Alva, FL;  a niece, Bailey Bristol;  nephews, Noah Bristol and Anson Bristol;  and longtime friend, Laureen Addis of Ulysses.  

He was predeceased by his parents, Samuel E. and Arlene A Heidt Bristol.  

Services will be announced on a later date.  

Memorials may be made to Ulysses Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 153, Ulysses, PA 16948.  Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Patricia A. Fisher, 70, of Derrick City, PA passed away Monday, February 20, 2023, at the Olean General Hospital.

Born July 23, 1952, in Bradford, she was the daughter of the late Albert Fisher and  Leona (Marrone) Fisher Walter.

She was a 1970 graduate of Bradford Area High School and a 1974 graduate of Ashland College in Ashland, OH, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.

Patti worked as a substitute teacher for the Bradford Area School District and later as a health & physical education teacher at Cameron County School District for over 30 years.

She enjoyed playing for the Golden Girls in the women’s softball league, playing pickleball, and golfing in the Smethport Country Club women’s golf league.  She enjoyed restoring antique furniture, and she had a talent for building and crafting furniture. She collected cars, from Corvettes and Camaros.

Surviving are eleven “Marrone Cousins”, including Ron Pertruzzi, Mary Murawski, Margaret DiTanna, Mary Kay Colf, John Oszustowicz, Kristan Arrona, Len Oszustowicz, Charlene Ewald, Raymond Marrone, James Marrone, and Marty Marrone, Also surviving are Patti’s special friends, Barb and Bill Black, Janele Faucher, Linda Monti, Diane Rea, Claudia Quinn, and Lori and Bob Au and family.

Friends will be received on Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 10:30 am to 11:00 am in St. Francis of Assisi Church, where at 11:00 am a Mass of Christian Burial will be held with Rev. John Jacquel, as celebrant officiating. Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids and Cancer, PO Box 1299, Bradford, PA 16701 or to Relay for Life, PO Box 67, Bradford, Pa 16701.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Rita M. Weinzierl, 89, of 115 Locust Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Monday, February 20, 2023 at Penn Highlands DuBois following a lengthy illness.

She was born June 8, 1933, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Alfred and Mary Donovan Ehrensberger.  Rita was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and was employed at Pure Carbon before she dedicated herself to raising her loving children.

On September 29, 1962, in the Queen of the World Church, Rita married the late Harold F. Weinzierl, who preceded her in death on January 31, 1987.

Rita is survived by her two daughters: Ositha “Zede” Weinzierl and Debby Miller (Ray), both of St. Marys; her son, Andy Weinzierl (Debra) of St. Marys; four grandchildren: Garret Weinzierl, Rose Weinzierl, Alex Hinton (Jessica), and Daniel Hinton; one great-grandchild, Ella; two sisters: Marlene Maholtz of Kersey and Joan Eckl (Earl) of Daguscahonda.

Along with her parents and husband, Rita was preceded in death by a sister, Lori Sorg; and by two brothers: Richard and Paul Ehrensberger.

Rita was a devout Catholic and a member of Queen of the World Church.  She cherished her time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Queen of the World Church on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 10:30 AM, with the Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, officiating.  Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

There will be no visitation.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the Elk County Humane Society, 1029 E. Eschbach Road, St. Marys, PA 15857.

The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.

Joseph J. Parr, of Coudersport, originally of Lancaster, Pa., passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023.

He leaves behind a wife, Margaret M. Parr of Coudersport; a son Joseph B. Parr and his partner Michele Davis of St. Marys; a daughter, Jennifer L. Burd and her husband, Jason Burd of Stevens, Pa.; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Joseph’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 Joseph, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

LaRue L. Heyd, 93, of Liberty, PA passed away Saturday February 18, 2023, at UPMC Williamsport. 

He was born November 8, 1929, in Liberty, son of the late Lawrence and Mary (Heyler) Heyd.  LaRue married the former Esther M. Beck on August 27, 1955, and they have celebrated 67 years of marriage.

LaRue was a second-generation dairy farmer, taking over his family farm in 1960.  He raised chickens and operated an egg route to Williamsport that was started by his father in 1928.  He was a milk tester and an artificial breeder for several years. 

LaRue was a very active member of Nauvoo St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, where his beautiful tenor voice could often be heard.  He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, the Laurel Hill Hunting Club, and was active with 4-H in Liberty.   He loved to sing and enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, and gardening. 

In addition to his wife, Esther, LaRue is survived by daughters, Wendy (Glenn) Adam of New Tripoli; and Trudy (Jeff) Faivre of Nauvoo; grandchildren, Tia (Jordan) Kinley, Deprise (Chad) Nickerson, and Asti Faivre, and great grandchildren, Beck and Regn Nickerson. 

In addition to his parents, LaRue was preceded in death by brothers, Charles and Donald Heyd, and a sister, A. Elizabeth Zeafla. 

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects, Wednesday, March 1, 2023, from 5-6:30 pm at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Wellsboro and Thursday, March 2, 2023, from 10:00-11:30 am at the Nauvoo St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, located right off Linck Hill Rd. and Nauvoo Rd. in Nauvoo.  A funeral service will follow at 11:30 am, with Pastor Tom Harmic, officiating.  Burial will be in Salem-St.Paul’s Cemetery, Liberty. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions in LaRue’s name be made to the Nauvoo St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 4, Liberty, PA 16930.  To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.

Donald E. “Don” Elias, 65, of Ridgway, died on Sunday, February 19, 2023, at his residence after a brief illness.

He was born on December 12, 1957, in Ridgway, the son of the late George and Doris Wilson Elias.

On April 12, 1980, he married Mary Nell Keller, who survives.

Don was a lifelong resident of Ridgway. He loved to be outdoors, spending his free time hunting, ice fishing, and gardening. Don never missed the opportunity to spend a night at camp. Don will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, great dad, and the best papa.

In addition to his wife of nearly 43 years, he is survived by a son, Joe Elias and his wife Caroline of Ridgway, a daughter, Kellie Elias of Ridgway, and 6 grandchildren: Weston, Grace, Natalie, Wyatt, Josie, and Anthony. He is also survived by 4 brothers; Paul Elias (Lori) of Ridgway, Dave Elias (Bobbie) of Brandy Camp, John Elias of Ridgway, Tim Elias of Ridgway, 2 sisters; Jane Elias (Pounchie) of Ridgway and Shelly Dudley (Chris) of TN, and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, George Elias, and a sister in law, Virginia Elias.

A Memorial Services will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023, at 6:00 PM, at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA, 15853.

Family and friends will be received at Krise Funeral Home from 5:00PM until the time of service.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com

Raymond Thomas Novelli, age 25 of Harrison Valley, PA formerly of the Bronx, NY passed away in an automobile accident on Monday, February 20, 2023.

Born September 16, 1997 in Stony Brook (Long Island), NY to Raymond and Patricia A. (Keenan) Novelli.

After moving to Harrison Valley a couple years ago, Ray worked for Westlake in Elkland and was currently working for NYTE company out of NYC. Ray enjoyed playing chess, cubing and gaming.

Surviving are parents, Raymond and Patricia Novelli; siblings, Tony, Annette, Nicholas and John Novelli; grandmother, Patricia Neira; two nephews, Anthony and Dominick Novelli; four aunts, Barbara Muller, Phyllis Saporito, Margaret (Andrew) Fusina and Cathy Novelli and cousins, Ed, Greg, Raquel, Michelle, Jared, Tina, Chris, Christopher and Anna.

Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Friday, February 24, 2023 from 1:00 – 5:00PM. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.

Kerry A. Dickerson WEST, 63, of Whitesville, NY, died Sunday, February 19, 2023 in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, following a short illness.  

Born January 29, 1960, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Teddy E. and Andrea Lynne Kear Dickerson.  On August 2, 1986, in Whitesville, she married Mark A. West, who survives. 

A 1977 graduate of Northern Potter High School in Ulysses, PA, she earned a degree in French from Lock Haven University.  Her professional career was spent with Half-Price Books which took her from Corpus Christi to Houston, TX, and then to Cleveland, OH.  

She and her husband joyfully retired to Whitesville, being the fourth generation to reside in the family homestead, The Baker-Kear House.  After moving to Whitesville, she became a substitute teacher at Whitesville Central School.  She was vice regent of the Catherine Schuyler Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Allegany County. 

Kerry was a member of the Independence Historical Society and a former member of the Whitesville Public Library Board of Trustees. 

Surviving besides her husband, Mark, are:  a son, Kearney J. West, of Youngstown, OH;  four siblings, Kelly Dickerson of Wellsville, Jerri (Richard) Theer of Youngsville, NC, Todd Dickerson of Ulysses, PA, and Tracey “Muffy” (Kurt) Ballerstein of Clyde;  a brother-in-law, Matthew Loiselle of Saginaw, MI;  four nieces;  two nephews;  the Kear & Dickerson family cousins;  two aunts, Leah (Richard) Dibble of Keuka Park and Mary Ellen (Richard) Van Etten of Wellsville;  and an uncle, Tony DeSain of Shongo.  

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved maternal grandparents, Leland “Skip” and Naomi “Dot” Baker Kear. 

Friends may call at the Baker-Kear Residence, 919 Maple Ave, Whitesville on Saturday, February 25 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM.  A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday in the First United Methodist Church, Whitesville. 

Memorials may be made to the Independence Historical Society, P.O. Box 121, Whitesville, NY 14897.  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.

Rita C. Szymanski, 99, of Janeway St., Kane, PA went home to be with the Lord on Sunday evening (Feb. 19) at her residence.  

She was born July 9, 1923 in North Pine Grove, PA, the daughter of the late James and Magdalena (Gatesman) Dodson.  She was married on Feb. 7, 1953, in Kane, to Joseph Szymanski, who preceded her in death.

Mrs. Szymanski played the string bass with different bands in her younger years. She had worked at many places throughout her life, including Smith Labs, Houston Electronics, The Shirt Factory and Montgomery Ward..  She also enjoyed spending time with her family, making them laugh with jokes and one-liners.

She is survived by two sons, Joseph (Julie) Szymanski III and James (Suzanne) Szymanski, both of Kane; four granddaughters, Jacqueline A. (Shade) Shepherd, Kristen N. Szymanski, Jessica A. Szymanski, and Sarah M. Szymanski; three grandsons, Joseph J. (Liz) Szymanski IV, James E. Szymanski II, and Thomas J. Szymanski; four great-grandchildren, Breana, Andrew, Mya, and Caleb Szymanski as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Joseph and James Dodson and three sisters, Anna Galvin, Theresa Schmader and Mary Eisenman.

Friends will be received on Saturday (Feb. 25) from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the Gathering Space at St. Callistus.  A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. William O’Brien as celebrant and Father Phillip Pinczewski assisting.  Burial will be in St. Callistus Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the St. Callistus Catholic Church, 342 Chase St. Kane, PA 16735 and the Kane Lions Club, P.O. Box 507, Kane, PA 16735.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.

The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

JoAnne M. Estus, 72, of Ridgway, died on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at her residence.

She was born on April 6, 1950, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Sherman “Beanie” and Lena Assalone Russell.

JoAnne was a lifelong resident of the area and was a member of St. Leo Magnus Church. She worked at the Ridgway Record, Ridgemont, and Girton’s Greenhouse. She spent her free time doing puzzles, playing bingo, and taking trips to the casino.

JoAnne is survived by her husband, William P. Estus of Ridgway, 2 children: David Zawatski of Johnsonburg and Denise Zawatski of Ridgway, a sister in law, Dee Russell, a niece, Renee, and a nephew, Brian.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Gene Russell.

Services for JoAnne M. Estus are being held privately by the family.

Burial will be at St. Leo’s Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to Penn Highlands Hospice.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com

Dale S. Fleeger, 80, of Washington Street, St. Marys, died on Monday, February 20, 2023 at Elk Haven Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch Green Funeral Home. 

Roy A. Nickerson          “beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, and brother; and friend to all”

Roy A. Nickerson, 71, of Coudersport, passed away in his home with his loving family by his side, on Sunday, February 19, 2023, after a long illness.

Born on Monday, July 16, 1951 in Wellsville, N.Y., he was a son of Alfred A. and Martha Greenman Nickerson.  On August 14, 1971 in Scio, N.Y., He married Ann M. Gordon, who predeceased him. On June 1, 2013 in Rixford, N.Y., he married Faith M. Crowner, who survives.

Roy was a graduate of Wellsville (N.Y.) High School.  He was employed by the former Reach All Tree Service in Wellsville.  For approximately 10 years, Roy was employed by Bull Rogers Well Drilling Company in Perryton, Texas. He was also employed by Summit Insulation in Rochester, N.Y. where he worked as an asbestos abatement specialist.  After being involved in a car accident, he was a supervisor for log cabin construction.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and prospecting for gold in Georgia.  He also enjoyed restoring vintage cars and gardening.  Roy’s greatest love was his family, especially his grandchildren.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife; his mother, Martha Feick of Port Allegany; three children,  Tina (Mike) Main of Port Allegany, Tressa (Shawn) Ahearn of Coudersport, and Roy “Bud” (Chrissy) Nickerson, Jr. of Port Allegany; a stepson, Roy “Scooter” Crowner of Coudersport; a stepdaughter, Robin Baez of New Hartford, N.Y.; many grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; a brother, Alfred (Margaret) Nickerson of Dansville, N.Y.; four sisters, Dawn (Rick) Tompkins of Duke Center, LuAnn (Don) Hallock of Cuba, N.Y., Charlotte (Dan) Green of Belmont, N.Y., and Brenda Wade of Cuba, N.Y.; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

In addition to his father and first wife, Roy was predeceased by a great-grandson, Roman Harmon; and a brother, William Nickerson.

In keeping with Roy’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Roy 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 Roy, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Mike was a wonderful guy.  He was a loving husband to his lucky wife, Diane, whom he married on Oct. 23, 1976.  He gave her a great life and made her happy every day.   They did everything together and never stopped holding hands.  People often remarked about it. 

Born in Corry, PA on April 11, 1945, the eldest son of Elbert and Hilda Kile Miller, Mike moved to Warren as an infant and spent his whole life here.  He was mechanically and musically inclined.  He always spoke glowingly of the great Harry Summers and how much he benefacted from Mr. Summer’s influence. Following graduation from high school in 1963, Mike worked 2 years at the state hospital.  He then enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving an extended tour of duty in Vietnam at Phan Rang as a crew chief for F-100 Super Sabres. He was proud to do his duty and maintained enduring friendships with his Vietnam buddies.

After being honorably discharged from the military, Mike earned a degree in English from Gannon University, graduating in 1972.  He established Miller Motorcar Company that same year, successfully operating his business until retiring in 2013.  He thought the world of his colleague, Keith Naegeli, and truly enjoyed working hard beside him.  People may remember driving by and seeing the two of them enjoying Diane’s home-made cookies, out on the bench on pleasant afternoons at 3:00.  They were a team.

Mike served 2 terms on Warren City Council. He was a past member of the Conewango Club, where he got a kick out of the older crew and the stories they would tell. He and Diane volunteered together at Paws Along the River and loved the opportunity. He was great with those homeless dogs and never left until every single dog had been out, played with and treated to a hot dog and maybe a chewy. It was a lot of work, but the pets were appreciative. He was always grateful to Karen Kolos for being so good to all the animals. 

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, his younger brother, Timothy, and his sister-in-law, Debbie Loomis. 

He is survived by his bereft, loving wife, Diane Thomas Miller, who dearly wishes a cure would be found for Alzheimer’s so fine men like Mike could live out their days without suffering.  Also surviving is his brother-in-law, Marty Loomis, who was a wonderful source of help and comfort during this difficult illness, as well as a nephew Alex Loomis (wife Meredith) and niece, Kaitlyn Johnson (husband Brian) and darling great-nephew, Blake.

Sincere thanks to the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home for their caring assistance and professionalism.  The compassionate care hospice provided was very welcome.  Their visits were conducted with dignity and left Mike clean-shaven and handsome.  Huge gratitude also goes out, from the bottom of our hearts, to the loving, kind, dedicated, extremely hard-working and sweet staff at Cambridge Warren. What a magnificent crew, each one of you.  We love you all.

Roger K. Bowers, 90, of Ridgway, died on Saturday, February 18, 2023.

On November 14, 1932, in Harrisburg, he was born a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Bowers.

In 1961, he married the late Alyce Blair Bowers.

Roger served in the U.S Air force during the Korean War. He worked in insurance most of his life. Roger spent his free time golfing and fishing.

He is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Cerequas, 2 grandchildren, Emily and Christopher Cerequas, and 2 sister in laws; Margaret Strandberg of Ridgway and Marth Blair of Cape Elizabeth, ME.

Services for Roger K Bowers will be held privately.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com

Dylan Andrew Floyd, 16, of Cherry Hill NJ, formerly of Bradford, died February 10, 2023, at Cooper University Hospital in Camden NJ.

Born June 9, 2006, he was a son of Douglas Graves and Starletta Lucas.

He attended Floyd C. Fretz and was currently a Junior at ADH High School in Cherry Hill.

He enjoyed playing XBox, mountain biking, swimming, art and photography, skateboarding, listening to music and helping others.

He is survived by his adopted parents, Rev. Barbara “Shelly” Floyd, of Bradford, and Rich Levine and Drew Shiffer of Cherry Hill NJ, one sister Gabrielle (Steve) Kelley, of Bradford, six brothers, Douglas Karns, of Bradford, Cory Floyd, of Curwensville, Nick Levine Shiffer, Andy McKay Levine, Kerry McKay Levine, and Nick Tomasello, all of NJ, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 1:00 pm at the VFW in Bradford, with Fr. Jim Gutting, officiating.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Vincenza M. “Dolly” Smith, 74, of 913 S. Michael Street, St. Marys, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023 at the Lutheran Home at Kane.

She was born September 8, 1948, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Anthony and Vincenza Iozzo. She was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Johnsonburg High School, Class of 1966, and was a former employee of Stackpole Carbon, Pure Carbon, Palumbo’s Meat Market, and Elk Haven Nursing Home, where she was a cook.

On April 3, 1987, in Coudersport, PA, she married the late, William R. Smith, Jr., who preceded her in death on January 1, 2008.

Dolly is survived by her son, William Christoff, Jr and his wife Corine, of Wilcox; three grand-children: Calvin Christoff (Allyson), Molly Christoff, and Eric Christoff; two brothers: Bruno Iozzo and his wife Josie, of Coatsville, PA, and Sam Iozzo of Kersey.

Along with her husband and parents, Dolly was preceded in death by her sister, Theresa Green, and her brother, Nick Iozzo.

She was a member of the Queen of the World Church.  She was dedicated to her daily walks with her girlfriends and would commit to six miles each day.  She enjoyed the outdoors and could often be found feeding the birds and the squirrels around her house.  Above all else, family was most important to her and cherished each moment with them, especially her grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Queen of the World Church with the Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, celebrating.  Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Friday, February 24, 2023 from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Lutheran Home at Kane, 100 High Point Drive, Kane, PA 16735.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.

Mary Nicklas, 88, formerly of N. Michael Street, St. Marys, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness.

Mary was born on November 2, 1934 in Johnsonburg, PA, a daughter of the late Andrew and Margaret Solomon Santaniello.

On June 5, 1954 in Holy Rosary Church, she married the late Earl C. “Snuffy” Nicklas, who preceded her in death on September 2, 2009.

Mary graduated from Johnsonburg High School and was a member of the St. Marys Church. She retired from Sylvania after many years of service. Mary was a talented seamstress who spent a lot of time over the years sewing and doing alterations. She also enjoyed walking, reading, and her rock garden. She also loved tending to her garden and cooking for her family, especially her famous spaghetti sauce.

Mary is survived by 6 children; Steven (Loretta) Nicklas of Ridgway, Julie (Rick) Bish of St. Marys, Christine (Roger) Bennett of AL, Leslie (Mark) Sporner of St. Marys, Mark (Veronique) Nicklas of TX, and Wesley (Lela) Nicklas of CO; and by 11 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.
She is also survived by 3 sisters; Cecilia Weaver of OH, Dolores (Bruce) Lindgren of Johnsonburg, and Rita Gahr of St. Marys, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and her husband, Mary was preceded in death by a grandson; Brandon Nicklas, by 2 brothers; Tony Santaniello and Andrew Santaniello, Jr., and by 5 sisters; Ann Struble, Kathy Wilson, Betsy McClain, Valerie Santaniello, and Theresa Bauer.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Nicklas will be celebrated on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Marys Church, 315 Church Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Thomas More Sikora, OSB, as celebrant.

Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.

There will be no public visitation.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Pinecrest Manor Activities Fund or St. Marys Public Library.

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.

Gregory Robert DeRock, 74, of Statesville, NC passed away Thursday February 16, 2023 at Pennybyrn Nursing Facility in High Point, NC.

He was born February 15, 1949 in Olean, NY, to the late Lawrence Arthur DeRock and Virginia Paffie DeRock.

He is survived by his son, Andrew Gregory DeRock (fiancé, Sarah Woodlock), brother, Dennis DeRock (Beth)of Loganville GA, sister, Suzanne DeRock Jones (Lloyd) of Salisbury NC, sister, Tina DeRock Haas (Stuart) of Huntersville, NC; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He spent his first 15 years of his life in Bolivar, New York before his family moved to NC where he graduated from Lexington Senior High School in Lexington. He graduated from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC where he was an avid fan and supporter. Gregory was a registered nurse for 37 years and retired as a surgical nurse in 2017. After his retirement he continued his medical career as a hospice nurse. Greg’s life revolved around his family and he enjoyed his Italian heritage gatherings of his extended family. His humor was shared with all who knew him, and he touched many lives. He was a proud Veteran of the US Army. His strong Catholic faith carried him through his 4 year battle with ALS. He had a deep devotion to Our Lady of Fatima and prayed the rosary everyday.

The family will receive friends from 9-10 AM Friday, February 24 at Sacred Heart Church prior to the Mass of Christian Burial held at 10 AM in the Church, officiated by Rev John Eckert. Burial will be in Belmont Abbey Cemetery in Belmont NC at 2 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, National Processing Center, PO Box 758542, Topeka, KS 66675-8542.

Summersett Funeral Home is serving the DeRock family. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.

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Roger K. Bowers, 90, of Ridgway, PA died on Saturday, February 18, 2023.

On November 14, 1932, in Harrisburg, he was born a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Bowers.

In 1961, he married the late Alyce Blair Bowers.

Roger served in the U.S Air force during the Korean War. He worked in insurance most of his life. Roger spent his free time golfing and fishing.

He is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Cerequas, 2 grandchildren, Emily and Christopher Cerequas, and 2 sister in laws; Margaret Strandberg of Ridgway and Marth Blair of Cape Elizabeth, ME.

Services for Roger K Bowers will be held privately.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com

Delene L. Miller, 73, of 311 Walnut Street, Kane, PA and formerly of Nederland, TX and Johnsonburg, died Saturday evening, February 18, 2023, at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, PA following a short illness.

She was born in Ridgway a daughter to Winifred Dougherty Smiley. On February 14, 1970 in Portville, NY she married Robert L. Miller. He preceded her in death on February 28, 2016.

Delene was a 1968 graduate of Johnsonburg High School and had lived in Kane for the past 2 years. She had lived in Nederland, TX for 30 years and had traveled the US with her husband for many years for his work as an oil field worker. She was a member of the Johnsonburg United Methodist Church. She had been a member of the Johnsonburg Diplomats Drum and Bugle Corps. and, along with her whole family, took part in Civil War reenactments. She also enjoyed being outdoors and traveling with her husband, especially trips on their Harley.

Delene is survived by her brother Eugene “Gene” Smiley of Johnsonburg and nieces and nephews Kathy Forman (Scott), Mary Harding (Trish Jagoda), Jimmy Harding (Sandy), John Harding, Bob Miler, Lynne Cooper (Mike), Jana White (Chris), Leslie Schloder (John) and Tim Smiley. Numerous great-nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to her mother and husband, Delene is predeceased by her sons Eric C. Miller and Kevin P. Miller.

Friends and family are invited to attend a Funeral Service for Delene L. Miller to be conducted at the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg, PA on Thursday evening, February 23, 2023 at 8 PM with Rev. Matt Williams, Pastor of the Johnsonburg United Methodist Church as officiant. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 6 PM until service time on Thursday.
Interment will be in Oak Bluff Memorial Park, Port Neches, TX.

If desired, memorial contributions should be made in remembrance of her to the ASPCA at secure.aspca.org or to the Johnsonburg Public Library, 520 Market Street, Johnsonburg, PA 15845.

 J. Wayne Gular, 77, of Third St., Roulette, PA passed away Saturday (Feb. 18, 2023) in his home.

   Born March 1, 1945, in Doylestown, PA, he was a son of Larry and Emma Prentice Gular.  He married Gloria King, who survives.

     Wayne was employed as an autobody repairman for many years before his retirement. He was a resident of area for 18 years coming from New Mexico. 

     He enjoyed watching NASCAR races whenever he could.

     Surviving in addition to his wife, Gloria, is a son, Herbert S. (Nancy) Gular of Roulette; two daughters, LeAnne D. (Joseph) Bordhun of Roulette, Courtney J. Gular of Los Lumas, NM; 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; two brothers, W. Robert (Linda) Gular of Trooper, PA, Larry (Amy) Gular of Sckuylkill, PA; a sister, Louise (Scott) Christman of Coopersburg, PA; and several nieces and nephews.  

       He was preceded in death by his by his parents.

      At Wayne’s request, there will be no funeral services.

      Memorials can be made to the Roulette Fire Dept. or Roulette Ambulance.

      Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany.

      Condolences can be made to:  Herb S. Gular, 24 Third St.,  Roulette, PA 16746.