Carol L. REES, 73, of Port Allegany, PA, formerly of Roulette, died Saturday, April 1, 2023 in Williamsport Hospital.
Born December 25, 1949, in Olean, NY, she was the daughter of Richard S. and Wilma A. Carlson Klein.
A graduate of Port Allegany High School, she devoted her life to raising her family. She was a Buffalo Bills fan.
Surviving are: three children, Wendy (Tom) Rees Manning of Port Allegany, Justin (Tina) Rees of Roulette, and Travis Gaines of Port Allegany; five grandchildren, Josh, Jake, Steven, Rikki, and Trevor; and four great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her longtime companion, Gordon Gaines; a daughter, Laurie Rees; and a sister, Janice Rennells.
Services will be private. Memorials may be made to the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Michael A. O’Leary, 68, of Gardeau Rd., Emporium, PA passed away peacefully at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Sunday night (April 2, 2023).
He was born February 13, 1955 in St. Marys, PA a son of the late Charles and Marie Erhensberger O’Leary. In 1993 he married he married Lynne Schultz, who survives.
Mike graduated from Cameron County High School and then from technical school to become an electrician. He worked at Emporium Contracting, Crosby Contracting and then was a co-owner of Custom Contracting and Tile with Scott Baker.
Mike had a big laugh and smile that could light up a room according to his wife, Lynne. He loved riding motorcycles until an unfortunate encounter with a turkey and then a deer. He then shifted his interest to less dangerous tractors. He loved his dogs, and he loved sitting on his porch in Gardeau watching the deer and the wildlife.
In addition to his wife he is survived by a brother, John E. “Salty” Solveson (Mary), Emporium and a sister, Sally Mumford (John), Jersey Shore, PA.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
There will be No Visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Marks Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Friday, April 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, as Celebrant.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Cameron County SPCA, 678 South Mountain Rd., Emporium, PA 15834
AUSTIN, Pa.—Lois C. VanWhy, 90, a longtime resident of Austin, PA passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, in Cole Manor, Coudersport.
Born on Sunday, December 11, 1932 in Wharton, she was a daughter of Roy and Martha Bair Logue. She was married to James “Jim” VanWhy, who predeceased her.
Lois was a graduate of Austin Area High School. In her early working years, Lois was employed by Sylvania in Emporium and also worked in various local establishments, including Ginzo’s Game Room in Austin. For many years Lois was employed as a cafeteria lady in Austin. She then was employed at Coudersport Head Start until her retirement.
Lois was a member of the Austin United Methodist Church. She was an extremely active life member of the Austin Volunteer Fire Department where she was a first responder in her early years and in later years was one of their most active social members. She had previously served as President of the Board of Directors of the department. She spent many Saturday nights chairing, working, or playing Bingo. She worked nearly every fundraiser and also loved running the annual yard sale with her good friend, Ruby.
She loved all the members of the fire department and their families too. She was fondly known by the “kids” of the fire department and also the many students she touched the lives of at the school, as “Gramma Lo”. She truly had a way of making each and every one of them feel special. Lois’s greatest love was her family, especially her grandchildren, and also loved spending time with her friend, Robin.
Left to cherish her memory are two sons, William “Bill” Wheaton of Spokane, Washington and Darren C. (Carla) VanWhy of Coudersport; four grandchildren, Shelly (Dale) Peters of Emporium, Gabrielle Helberg of Port Allegany, Nicholas (Kina) VanWhy of Houtzdale, and Connor (Kristen) VanWhy of Chattanooga, TN; several great-grandchildren; a brother, Harry Richard (Mary Jane) Logue of Sinnemahoning; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Lois was predeceased by a daughter, Amy; two sisters, Phylis Hudson and Jettie Bickford; and a brother, Jack Logue.
Family and friends may call from 4pm to 6pm on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at the Austin United Methodist Church, Turner Street, Austin where a memorial service will follow at 6pm with Pastor Todd Lamer, officiating. Private burial will be in Gilmore Cemetery next to her husband, Jim, and her beloved daughter, Amy.
Memorials may be made to Austin Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 328, Austin, PA 16720.
Lois’ family has entrusted her 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 Lois, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Daniel R. Jackson, 47, of Salamanca, NY passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023.
Born December 1, 1975, in Bradford, he is the son of Daniel R. Johnson and Kathryn D. Jackson. He was adopted and raised by Bernard and Thelma (Griffin) Jackson.
Dan was a 1994 graduate of Salamanca High School, where he excelled in football and lacrosse. During high school he was a Boy Scout and was two merit badges short of receiving his Eagle Scout Award.
He was formerly employed at Dallas-Morris Drilling, Keane Drilling, and most recently as a pipeliner for the International Brotherhood of Laborers Local 603.
Dan enjoyed fishing and was an avid Raiders fan.
Surviving in addition to his parents, is his longtime companion, Diane Jusko, three daughters, Cheyenne Jackson, Jocelyn Martin, and Francesca Jackson, one son, Christopher Jackson, five sisters, Christine Jackson, Jennie Johnson Petitt, Kimberly Jackson Smith, Billie Lynn McGraw, and Heather Hahn, three brothers, Timothy Jackson, Bernard Jackson Jr., and Robert Reid, and many nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends on Thursday April 6, 2023, from 11:00 AM to Noon in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave. in Bradford, followed by funeral services Noon, with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church, officiating. Burial will be in St. Patrick Cemetery Limestone, NY.
Memorial contributions if desired, may be made to Futures Inc., or the charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Lois C. VanWhy, 90, a longtime resident of Austin, PA passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, in Cole Manor, Coudersport.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Richard Lee Atwell, age 82, of Troy, PA, formerly of Covington, PA, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Bradford County Manor in Troy, PA.
He was born on September 15, 1940, in Westfield, PA, a son of Floyd Atwell, Jr. and Edna (Brown) Atwell. Richard was the husband of the late Vallie Atwell.
He worked in maintenance at PennDOT, and enjoyed playing the accordion, guns, cats and dogs.
Richard is survived by his brother, Daniel (Guangyu) Atwell of Westfield, PA; his sister, Janice Brooks of Westfield, PA; nephews Aaron Atwell, Adam Atwell, Alex Atwell, Tylor Cochra; nieces Angela Dunlap, Karie Price, Shawn Lapp, Paisley Neidig and his beloved canine companion, Bridget.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, Vallie.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made in Richard’s name to the Second Chance Animal Shelter, 725 Gee Hollow Rd., Tioga, PA, 16946. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA is assisting the family. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com
Martha Lucille Knepper, 81, of Erie Avenue, St. Marys, PA passed away, Friday, March 31, 2023, at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born September 4, 1941, in Johnsonburg, daughter of the late Maurice and Alberta Heiberger. Martha was a lifelong resident of the area, attended Johnsonburg and St. Marys schools, and was employed by Elcam as an operator.
On September 9, 1972 in Cresson, PA, Martha married the late Raymond B. Knepper, who preceded her in death on October 24, 2010.
She is survived by her sisters Anna Mae Krug of Clearfield and Marlene Wilson of St. Marys; her nieces and nephews; and by her many cousins.
In addition to her husband and parents, Martha was preceded in death by her brothers, Norman and Allen Heiberger.
Martha was a member of the Sacred Heart Church. She enjoyed Bingo, bowling, Cornhole, and coloring. She participated in the Special Olympics where she won several medals and was very proud of her accomplishments. She found the most joy spending time with her family especially her cousins during all family gatherings.
Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service to be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 with the Rev. Thomas Curry, OSB, officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 from 1:00 PM until the time of service.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Elk/Cameron Special Olympics, P.O. Box 794, St. Marys, PA 15857.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
James Curtis Smith, 75, of 165 Wrenwood Way, Greenback, TN and a former Little Genesee, NY resident passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at the Hospice of Western Reserve, Cleveland, Ohio, following a lengthy illness.
Born on March 23, 1948 in Olean, he was the son of Paul B. and Geraldine Stone Smith. Jim married Henrietta J. Speta in 1966 in Scio; she preceded him in death on September 11, 1977. On June 10, 1978, he married Kathleen Krusey in Monroeville, PA. Mrs. Smith survives.
Jim was a graduate of Bolivar Central School class of 1966. Jim was employed as a machinist by Dresser Rand Co. of Wellsville from 1967-2013. An avid NASCAR/Rusty Wallace fan, Jim was a car buff since before he was old enough to drive. He was an accomplished auto body repairman and took great pride in his cars and trucks.
His fondest memories of his teenage years were his antics with great friends and brothers in Kossuth, plus time he spent in the Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corp. He loved working outside to keep his home looking the best it could be, as long as it involved equipment in John Deere green. He loved his family unconditionally, including fur kids past and present.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, are his mother, Geraldine Wood Bolivar; three children, Michelle L. Reynolds, Richburg, Patricia A. Allen, Leesburg, FL and Duane C. Smith, Clifton Springs, NY; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Linda (Skip) Benjamin, Bolivar, Carol Perrin, Palm Harbor, FL and Nancy Borrino, Webster, NY; one brother David (Kathi Winecker) Smith, Flemington, NJ; step-sister Brenda (Roger) Olmstead, Cuba NY; step-brothers, Dale Wood, Saginaw, TX, Merle Wood, Greeley, CO, Bruce (Amy Nielsen) Wood, Davenport, IA and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas H. Smith, step-brother Phillip Wood, and step-father Carlton Wood.
At Jim’s request services will be private at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Bolivar.
Memorials may be made to the Bolivar Community Improvement Club, 154 Wellsville Street, Bolivar, NY 14715 or SPCA serving Allegany County, 5440 Rt. 19, Belmont, NY 14813.
A life celebration will be held on Saturday, April 8,2023 at 2P.M. at the home of Skip and Linda Benjamin, 6717 South Bolivar Rd., Bolivar, NY.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar.
Bernice Wallon Welch, 92, of Eldred, PA passed away Thursday (March 30, 2023).
She was a daughter of Joseph and Anna Wallon, born May 20, 1930, in Olean, N.Y., residing in Eldred since 1960.
She was a graduate of Olean High School, class of 1948, and Sisters of Charity School of Nursing, Buffalo, N.Y., class of 1952. After nursing school, she and three classmates moved to California to work. She later returned to Olean to work at several local hospitals.
On Aug. 20, 1955, at Transfiguration Church in Olean, she married Dr. John Preston Welch Jr., who predeceased her on Aug. 23, 1996.
Bernice was selfless with family, friends, church, and community. She was proud of her Polish heritage and would offer a shot of Krupnik to any willing visitor. She loved to travel and her favorite travel memories were trips to see Pope John Paul II. We’re pretty sure she is now dancing the polka with St. John Paul II as she always wanted.
Bernice was a member of St Raphael’s Church and Altar Rosary Society, Eldred Nurses Association, Eldred Red Hatted Rebels, Pulaski Club of Olean.
She is survived by daughters, Pat Welch, Kathy (Rick) Markey, Jackie (Perry) Burdick, and Mo (Tim) Raught; 14 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren; sisters, Marion Pockalny, Jenny (Ray) Borowski, and Joan (Tom) Kaydos, all of Olean, N.Y.; a sister-in-law, Mary Katherine Valentinelli of Dryden, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews.
Bernice was predeceased by daughter Dr. Ann Welch and sons Michael “Doc” Welch and John Welch, and her parents.
Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday (April 2, 2023) at the Charles M. Frame Funeral Home, 230 Main St., Eldred. The rosary will be recited by St Raphael’s Altar Rosary Society at 6:45 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 11 a.m. Monday (April 3, 2023), officiated by Fr. Brian Vossler and Fr. Tom Brown at St Raphael’s, 16 First St., Eldred.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Eldred World War II Museum, Eldred Library and Historical Society, or UPMC Hospice, 102-108 S. Main St. Coudersport, PA 16915.
Mary I. (DeStasio) Williams, age 74, of Westfield, PA, died on Friday, March 31, 2023.
She was born on May 29, 1948 in Wellsboro, PA a daughter of the late Richard and Mary Ida (Husted) DeStasio.
Mary had worked for Tioga County Human Services for many years, was a master gardener and enjoyed crocheting and watching her birds.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years: Craig Williams of Westfield, PA, two sons: Bruce (Amy) Williams of Wellsboro, PA, Jason (Katrina) Williams of Tioga, PA, two daughters: Audrey Williams of Wellsboro, PA, Amy Smith of SC, brother: Richard DeStasio, Jr. of Westfield, PA, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Helen M. Brunecz, 92, of Kinzua Nursing Home, passed away on Thursday March 30, 2023, at UPMC Hamot Hospital, Erie, PA.
Helen was born April 2nd, 1930, the daughter of the late Barzill and Esther (Beck) Dyer. She lived 65 years on a farm in Sugar Grove, PA where she shared nearly 60 years with her loving husband the late Carl L. Brunecz. Helen enjoyed working in her vegetable and flower gardens, loved to read and her biggest enjoyment was walking on the farm.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother Daniel Dyer, a sister Evelyn Austin, a daughter Cindy Jarbeck, and a grandson Michael Morgan.
Surviving are 3 children, David (Maggie) Brunecz, of Georgia, Diane Brunecz, of Warren, PA, and Robin (Randy) Morgan, of Sugar Grove, PA; 7 grandchildren, Tina Belvin of TX, Kelly Archer of NC, David (Mae) Brunecz of PA, Kyle (Kristen) Morgan of VA, Stephen (Diane) Jarbeck of NY, Jennifer (Matthew) Marrero of GA, and Katie Brunecz of GA; 15 great grandchildren, Regina (Rigoberto) Reyes of TX, Kaila (Caleb) Frank of OH, Devan (Rachel Pelchat) Shirley of NC, Brienna Archer of NC, Logan Archer of NC, Cynthia Jarbeck of NY, Jasmine Jarbeck of NY, Stephen Jarbeck IV of NY, Ryan Brunecz of PA, Logan Brunecz of PA, Sophia Brunecz of PA, Haley Morgan of VA, Zachary Morgan of VA, Cayden Marrero of GA, Hadley Marrerro of GA; 6 great great grandchildren, Audrey, Milania, and Sophia Reyes, Kroy, Kaiser, and Kendyl Frank.
Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., Warren, PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Frank J. Scarpino, also known as Fabulous Frank, 69, of Orchard Park, N.Y. and formerly of Warren, PA., slept peacefully from this life to his eternal home, Monday, March 6, 2023. Frank was born January 31, 1954, in Jamestown, New York. He was the son of Carl and Josephine Rosella Scarpino.
He was a 1972 graduate of Jamestown High School and a graduate of The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Frank was a Warren resident for over 20 years, and then lived in Orchard Park, N.Y. for over 20 years. Over the years, he was owner and operator of the former Classy Closet specialty clothing store, The Willows Bed & Breakfast, Extra Extras Consignment Shop and Gifted Images all operated in Warren, PA., He also owned and rented out numerous costumes for Halloween and special events. He also was formerly employed as a furniture salesman with Ashley Home Store in Orchard Park, N.Y.
Frank was active in local theatres where he created overall costume designs. He was an active member and friend of the Imperial Court of Buffalo where he enjoyed attending their Imperial Masquerade ICP Ball.
Frank can be remembered by many friends whom he loved to talk and spend time with. He was a fashion icon, and once told a friend, “Life is too short not to wear the expensive jewelry and vintage glasses.” He was a man full of love and life. He truly made everything both special and beautiful. Frank lit up every room he walked into to.
He is survived by his loving daughter whom he dearly loved and spoke of often, Erin Scarpino, Son-In-Law Francisco Almonte and Granddaughter, Valentina Almonte of Secaucus, N.J., Brother, 3 Sisters, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his, parents, he was preceded in death by his longtime partner and best friend, David Simmons who died March 3, 2022.
A celebration of Frank’s life will be held on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at 2:00 pm at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., with the Rev. Dr. Dale Haight, leading the celebration. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
David Lawrence Hildebrand, 68, of Warren, PA passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023, after an extended illness.
David was born on February 22, 1955, the son of the late Merle and Annella (Flecher) Hildebrand in New Castle, PA. After graduating from New Castle High School in 1973 he went on to study City Planning at Penn State and Indiana College of Pennsylvania. After graduation, he landed his first jobs as a City Planner for Virginia and Texas, kicking off a career in City Planning. He was the Director of Planning and Development for the City of Warren for 29 years before retiring in 2021.
He met Donna Avellino Young, and they married in 2003. Together they have three children. Anne Hildebrand (Mike Aranda) of Boston, MA; Tim Hildebrand and his wife Brittany Luna of Philadelphia, PA; and Scott Young of Buffalo, NY. After retiring David spent time on his hobbies of books and gardening.
Per David’s request all services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., Warren, PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Paws Along the River, 212 Elm St. Warren, PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Bobby S. D. Wray, Sr. “beloved father, fiance`, son, and brother”
Bobby S. D. Wray, Sr., 36, of Wellsville, formerly of Bolivar and a former longtime resident of Galliapolis, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.
Born on Friday, February 27, 1987 in Augusta, Georgia, he was a son of Charles L. “Charlie” Wray and Stephanie L. Cramer.
Bobby was a graduate of Hannan Trace High School in Crown City, Ohio, he also attended Buckeye Hills Career Center in Rio Grande, Ohio, where he studied and became certified in heating and cooling technology.
He was employed at Save A Lot in Wellsville.
He enjoyed working on cars, tattooing, and riding his motorcycle. Left to cherish his memory are fiancee`, Jennifer Porter, who he deeply loved and had planned to marry on April 20, 2023; his father Charles “Charlie” Wray and stepmother, Dianna Wray of Jackson, Ohio; his mother and stepfather, Stephanie Cramer and Kim Hess of Little Genesee; six children, Hannah Barcus, Alexis Wray, Jayden Wray, Sydney Wray, and Joseph Wray, all of Galliapolis, Ohio, and Bobby S. D. Wray, Jr. of Wellsville; two sisters, Jennifer (Joseph) Walker of Hornell and Melissa (Ira) Turner of Patriot, Ohio; four brothers, Scott Wargo and Cody Wargo, both of Buffalo, Adam (Rachel) Wray of Galliapolis, Ohio, and Nathan (Summer) Karns of Bolivar; and many nieces and nephews.
There will be no pubic visitation. A celebration of life will be held on a date and time to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bobby’s name may be made to the Christmas House, PO Box 716, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Bobby’s family has entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Bobby, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Betty C. Pfohl, 95, of Beechwood, passed away March 28, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Betty was born July 23, 1927, in Bradford, a daughter of the late John Paul and Julia Jones. She lived in Bradford at 120 Jackson Avenue for most of her youth along with her three sisters, Nancy, Shirley and Judy.
Summers were spent at Chautauqua Institution in NY. It was there Betty met her first husband Wayne Nelson from Columbus Ohio. They married soon after Betty’s graduation from Oberlin College.
Betty and Wayne moved to Orchard Park, NY, to live in a house designed and built by Wayne. There they raised three children, Scott Nelson, Christine “Tina” Nelson-Scherman and Grant Nelson. Eventually the family moved to Maryland. All the while Betty, Wayne and the children continued to spend summers at Chautauqua Institution. The children grew up and moved on leaving Betty and Wayne the opportunity to pursue their own adventures. Upon Wayne’s retirement they traveled extensively throughout the United States and took a few trips overseas. They finally settled in Mayville, NY near Chautauqua Institution in a charming, renovated schoolhouse and became much involved with the Chautauqua community.
Following Wayne’s death January 7, 1999, Betty continued to live in Mayville until Pete Pfohl, a high school beau from Bradford, came back into her life. They were married August 1, 2007, and lived in Bradford in the Pfohl family home, Beechwood. Pete died December 22, 2017, leaving Betty to live at beautiful Beechwood for most of the rest of her life. Now her spirit has passed on to be much missed and remembered with love.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
WELLSVILLE, N.Y.—Bobby S. D. Wray, Sr., 36, of Wellsville, NY and a former longtime resident of Galliapolis, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
John A. Servidea, Jr., 87, of Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys, and formerly of 101 N. Mill St., Ridgway and Main Street, Johnsonburg, died Wednesday night, March 29, 2023 at Elk Haven following a brief illness.
He was born on June 28, 1935 in Johnsonburg a son to the late John A. Servidea, Sr. and Elbina Jovenitti Servidea. On January 14, 1967 in Kane, PA he married Doris E. O’Lay. She preceded him in death on July 6, 1988.
John lived most of his life in Johnsonburg, having lived the past 4 years at Elk Haven and had lived in Ridgway for 10 years. He was a 1954 graduate of Johnsonburg High School and was a member of Holy Rosary Church and was a member of several social clubs in Ridgway. John loved to fish and hunt and excelled at his post-retirement hobby of wood carving. He was also an accomplished bowler. He had retired in 1997 from MPP after many years of service.
John is survived by his grandsons Jaryd Servidea and fiancé Corrinne and Austin Servidea both of Penfield and great-grandsons Elliott and Kayson Servidea. He is also survived by his siblings Roselyn Simchick of Reading, Sister Angela Marie, SSJ of Johnsonburg, Richard “Dick” Servidea and his wife Nancy of Johnsonburg, Mary Ann Schatz and her husband James of St. Marys and Jackie Servidea of Portsmouth, OH. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
In addition to his parents and wife, John is predeceased by his son Mark Servidea, step-daughters Patricia Shields and Sue Villella, a brother Bobby and a brother Joseph in infancy.
A Mass of Christian Burial for John A. Servidea, Jr. will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg on Saturday April 1, 2023 at 11:30 AM with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor as celebrant. Interment will be private in Holy Rosary Cemetery.
Friends will be received at the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Chapel, 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, PA Saturday Morning from 10 to 11 AM.
Ruth M. Mascioni, 89, of Parkside Drive, Limestone, NY passed away Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Olean General Hospital, with her husband at her side.
Born December 24, 1933, in Myrtle, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Grace (Brown) Gross. She was a 1950 graduate of Otto Eldred High School.
On January 25, 1974, in Eldred she married John A. Mascioni who survives.
Ruth had been employed at Cutco Cutlery in Olean, NY, and Corning Glass in Bradford.
She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, cooking, doing seamstress work, and working in her flower gardens.
Surviving is her husband John, of nearly 50 years, along with three daughters, Barbara (Chris) Burkhouse, of Bradford, Christine (Bill) Gibble, of Bradford, and Jodi Auteri, of Frederick MD, one son, John Mascioni Jr., of Bradford, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Helen Marcellin and Mary Pope and two brothers, Richard and Larry Gross.
Friends will be invited to attend a memorial service to be announced at a later date. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Mikie D. Plaster, 80, of Olson Street, Ridgway, PA died on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Penn Highlands Dubois following a brief illness.
She was born on September 3, 1942, in Denison, TX, a daughter of the late Juanita Fitch Bass.
On August 15, 1959, she married the late Bruce A. Plaster, who preceded her in death on April 4, 2017.
Mikie was a resident of the area for many years and a member of St. Loe Church. She worked many years at the Pennsy Restaurant and the Oasis. Mikie spent her time watching WWE, knitting, playing bingo, and going to the casino. She loved her family, and cherished her time she got to spend with her grandchildren.
Mikie is survived by 3 children; Debra A. Howard of Ridgway, Craig A. Plaster and his wife Debra of Reidsville, NC, and Lisa Plaster of Orchard Park, NY, 5 grandchildren; Brandy (Doug), Brianna, Connor, Amanda, and Morgan, and 3 great grandchildren; Hunter, Madisyn, and Emma. She is also survived by a brother, Jerry Landers of Denison, TX, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and mother, she was preceded in death by a step father, Clifford “Jack” Bass, 2 brothers, Homer and J.W Landers.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Mikie D. Plaster will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 11:00 AM at St. Leo Catholic Church, 111 Depot St. Ridgway, PA 15853. Officiating will be Fr. Justin P. Pino, Pastor of St. Leo Catholic Church.Burial will follow at St. Leo Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 31, 2023, at Krise Funeral Home from 4:00PM until 7:00PM.
Memorial contributions can be made to The Ridgway Fire Department.
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
Alyce M. Shay, age 96, of Elkland, PA passed away on March 23, 2023 at Geisinger Medical Center in Muncy, PA. She was born on July 18, 1926 in Corning, NY and was a daughter to the late Gustin and Melissa (Austin) Smith.
More information for the obituary and services will follow.
Eleanor J. Shelley, age 91, of Webster, NY, formerly of Elkland, PA passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital.
Born October 4, 1931 in Rexville, NY, she was the daughter of the late Merle and Mabel (York) Greene.
Eleanor loved to crochet, bake, dance and read. She enjoyed softball games at the ball park in Elkland and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her children, Gary (Arlene) Shelley of Dubois, PA, Sharon (Michael) Maynard of Webster, NY and Charlene Shelley of Webster, NY; four grandchildren, Kara (Matt) Russell, Shannon (Brian) Bottoms, Ryan (Angel) Shelley and Alanna Shelley; great grandchildren, Owen, Piper and Lyla Russell, Abby and Jack Bottoms and Zeke, Louie and Frankie Shelley; a brother, Thomas Greene of Andover, NY and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband, Roger G. Shelley; a brother, Burdett Greene and two sisters, Elaine Druetto and Kathleen Crittenden.
Private family services will be held at their convenience. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, next to her husband. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc. Eleanor J. Shelley, age 91, of Webster, NY, formerly of Elkland, PA. https://www.kenyonfuneralhome.com/
Douglas E. “Doug” Hyde, 77, of Genesee, PA passed away in his home with his loving wife by his side on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, after a long illness.
Born on Friday, March 15, 1946 in Olean, N.Y., he was a son of L. Earl and Margaret L. Dunshie Hyde. On October 9, 1982 in the Genesee United Methodist Church, he married Linda A. Dunn, who survives.
Doug attended Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse and also attended trade school (now Pennsylvania College of Technology) in Williamsport for heavy equipment operator. He also attended the former Breeden School of Welding in Genesee.
He was first employed as a welder at the former Felmont Agway in Olean, N.Y. and later was employed at Air-Preheater in Wellsville, N.Y., for a total of 13 years. Doug’s true passion was that of a logger and trucker.
A life member of the American Trap Shooting Association, Doug enjoyed going to state shoots in Pennsylvania, New York and Ohio. He won the Eastern Zone Singles Championship several years ago. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 40 years, Linda; five children, Christine (Bruce) Fink of Coudersport, Allen Hyde of Barneveld, N.Y., David Hyde of Eleven Mile Road, Joshua Hyde of Wellsville, N.Y., and Holly (Justin) Kibbe of Troy, Pa.; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Fran Stilson of Sharon Center; a brother, Don (Pat) Hyde of Millport; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Doug was predeceased by three sisters, Barbara Van Pelt, Virginia “Ginger” Sturdevant, and Patricia Todd.
Family and friends may call from 11am to 12 noon on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Chrystal United Methodist Church, Eleven Mile Road, Chrystal, where funeral services will follow at 12 noon with Pastor Fred Kemp of the Potter County Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Chrystal Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the SPCA Serving Allegany County, PO Box 381, Wellsville, NY 14895 or to Teacher’s Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Doug’s family entrusted his care 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 Doug, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Dawn Sikes Rodriguez, 48, of 11 Summit Rd., Rew, PA, formerly of Olean, passed away Tuesday (March 28, 2023) at the Olean General Hospital, after an unexpected illness.
Born March 1, 1975, she was the daughter of Gerald Sikes, Sr. and Rosalie Knight Sikes. On November 18, 2016 she married Alex Ortiz Rodriguez who survives.
Dawn attended school in Olean and resided with her husband in Rew for the past few years. She will be remembered by family and friends as a loving person who helped others. She loved taking care of her family and her home, and opened it up to anyone who needed care.
She leaves behind her loving husband Alex; 1 daughter Joy Sikes of Olean; 2 sons Gage Rodriguez of Pennsylvania, and David Lovelace of Port Allegany, PA; 1 grandson, Keaven Sikes; her siblings Donna VanCuren of Allegany, Barbara Williams of Pennsylvania, Nancy Cornelius of Clarksville, Linda (Leslie) Kameck of Cuba, and Steven (Bobbie Jo) Sikes of Olean; 1 stepson Jonnie Burke of Bradford, PA, and several nieces, and nephews, including Nevaeh Sikes of Ohio.
She was predeceased by her parents, and 2 brothers Gerald R. Sikes, Jr., and Robert VanCuren .
There will be a gathering of family and friends on Saturday (April 15, 2023) from 11am to 12:30pm at the Casey, Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home, 3128 W. State Rd., Olean. A memorial service will begin at 12:30pm in the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Joseph Barrile, 95, of North Street, Limestone, NY passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at The Pines of Machias, in Machias, NY.
Born November 16, 1927, in Limestone, he was one of 14 children to the late Antonio and Vetta (Policastro) Barrile. He attended Limestone High School.
Joe served in the Merchant Marines from 1944 to 1946.
On May 15, 1948, in St. Patrick Church in Limestone, he married Mary “Isabelle” (Osborne) Barrile who died March 11, 2013.
Joe worked at Boviard & Seafang for 25 years, then opened his own plumbing business, Barrile Plumbing. He along with his son’s then started B&B Plumbing and Heating. He also owned and operated Joe’s Liquor Store in Limestone.
He was a former member of St. Patrick Church, and a current member of St. Francis Church. He was a former member of the Black Panthers Drum and Bugle Corp. He was a member of the Limestone Volunteer Fire Department, Limestone Sportsman’s Club. He served as a Supervisor and Councilman for the Town of Carrolton for many years.
Surviving are two daughters, Linda Barrile, and Connie (Jim) Truby, all of Bradford, three sons, Larry (Lorraine) Barrile, of Limestone, Alan (Tracy) Barrile, of Albion NY, and John Barrile, of Limestone, five grandchildren, Christopher, Patrick, Timothy, Katlin, and A.J., eight great grandchildren, Amaya, Dominic, Sophia, Cade, Kaylie, Terrance, Ruby, and Rio, one great-great grandson, Grayson, one sister, Vicki (Jim) Champlin, of Limestone, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Isabelle of over 65 years, one granddaughter, Jamie Lynn, six sisters, Angie Whiteman, Rose Updegrove, Mary Merritt, Jennie Reed, Grace Barrile, and Camilla Rouse, also six brothers, John, Patrick, John, Dominic, Frank, and Anthony.
Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 11 am at St. Francis of Assisi Church, with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor as Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Patrick Cemetery in Limestone.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
