Sandra J. SEELEY, 70, of Potter Brook Road, Westfield, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 14, 2023 surrounded by her daughters.
Born August 10, 1952, in Coudersport, she was the daughter of Donald and N. Marie Tubbs Madison. On December 14, 1969, in Ulysses, she married Alwin L. Seeley, who survives. She was employed by Electri-Cord in Westfield for over 40 years and by Buchanan’s Pharmacy in Westfield in retirement. Sandie devoted her life to her family.
Surviving besides her husband, Al, are: four daughters, Bethany Chapman, Stephany (Bryan) Hurler, Mindy (Tony) Bump, and Shelly (Cody) Perry; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five sisters; two brothers; nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents; her step-father who was like a father, Al Plank; and her niece, Katrina “Chunk” Stiles. Friends may call Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 11:00 AM. Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Potter Brook. Memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House in Danville at www.rmhdanville.org or American Heart Association at www.heart.org. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Norma Lois Whipple went to her eternal home on January 15th, 2023, at the age of 90.
Lois, the daughter of Randolph M. Gregg and Ethel E. (Mathias) Gregg, was born October 31st,1932 outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She was the second youngest of 9 children. Her family moved to the Rexford/Ansonia area of Pennsylvania to what is now known as Whipple Hill when she was in Grade 9. While on a church-sponsored trip, Lois met the love of her life, Lynn Whipple, who she learned was born in her parent’s home.
Lois married Lynn on July 15th, 1952 in the backyard of Whipple hill. Military Service moved the couple to Washington, DC where they had their son, Paxton. They returned to the Pine Creek Valley area and had their daughter Pamela.
After the death of her mother, Lois moved her young family to Whipple Hill to care for her blind father for 12 years. She was an active member of her church community, participating as a Sunday School Teacher, and a Bible School teacher, and serving on multiple groups and committees. Lois also attended the Galeton Senior Center and enjoyed renewing friendships as well as making new ones. She chaired the Angel Food Committee and loved giving food and other items from her home.
Lois had a deep appreciation for the fine arts, especially music, art, and theatrical performances. She was a wood carver and loved to paint and craft. She wrote over a hundred poems and verses. She said that God’s nature was often the inspiration of her own art; she loved reading about the birds and wild animals on her property and sharing information about the animals’ habits and habitats with her visitors.
Lois’s faith and the love of the Lord was closest to her heart. She was a passionate reader and researcher of bible scriptures. Lois was an avid computer user and over the past decade, Facebook became a platform for her to share God’s love; she would share messages of encouragement, verses, and scripture readings to family members and friends daily.
Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Lynn; her granddaughter, Lorelle; her brothers, Nelson and Glenn; and her sisters, Betty, Ruth, Dorothy, Alice, Gladys, and June. She was the last surviving member of her original family.
Lois is survived by her two children, Pax (Kirsten) Whipple and Pamela (Jim) Vaiana; her grandchildren, Lynette (Richard) Sly, Cody (Amanda) Whipple, Curtis (Whitney) Whipple, Maribeth (Scott) Fura, Joseph (Crystal) Vaiana and Anthony Vaiana; and her great-grandchildren, Sara, Elliot, and Cassie Holcomb, Eliza, Theo, and Sylvie Fura, Madison Whipple, and counting.
Friends may call on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at the Pine Creek Valley United Methodist Church, Gaines, from 10:00-11:00am with a Funeral Service following at 11:00am. The Rev. Frank Billman will officiate. Because Lois loved her Church and all of her Church family, please send donations in her memory: Pine Creek Valley United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 2, Galeton, PA 16922.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton.
On January 11, 2023 Marlin D. Smith, a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away at age 76 with his family by his side. Marlin was born on a beautiful May 19, 1946, in Wellsboro, PA to Frederick M. and Marian B. Smith.
He grew up in Wellsboro/Asaph enjoying all that the small town had to offer. He helped his grandfather on the farm, hunted, fishing, played football, and graduated from Wellsboro High school in 1964. He wanted to be a farmer, but wasn’t able to accomplish that due to the early death of his grandfather. He graduated from Lehigh University in 1968, and graduated from Washington University School of Law in 1971 with his Doctorate of Law. We all heard how proud he was of his Alma mater. His move to Alaska in 1971 started an adventure like none other. It was 32 years of new experiences, one around every corner. He now had the opportunity to practice law in the frozen north. After his move to Alaska, he practiced law in Fairbanks for a short time, then was transferred to Barrow (Utquagvik), Alaska. It being one of the northernmost cities and towns in the world, and northernmost in the United State being located 360 miles north of the Arctic Circle. It gave him the true Alaskan experience. Hunting and fishing.
We so enjoyed hearing him share with the family many a story of the cold north. His law career continued in Fairbanks, Alaska’s golden heart city, where he met his love, Beverly Lorz. They married in September of 1982. In 1988 they welcomed their first bundle of joy, Megan, to the family. Their second amazing daughter, Sara, followed in 1990. The Fairbanks community enjoyed seeing Marlin each year with the Kiwanis Christmas tree fundraiser. We’d see the sparkle in his eye as families scored their holiday trees. Marlin was a very active member of the Kiwanis Club of Fairbanks for a number of years. He loved the community and people. He could talk to everyone and anyone. 2003 became time to return to PA. He packed up house and family and moved back to the family farm in Asaph, building their now home where he loved to garden and mow huge expanses of lawn. After moving back to Wellsboro/Asaph Marlin substituted as a teacher and is remembered by young people for that. His passions were his wife, children, grandchildren, reading, gardening, animals and the farm.
Survived by his wife, Beverly Smith of 40 years, two daughters (Megan G. Pope, and Sara K. Smith) four grandchildren (Leland and Darian Thompson, and Lukas Converse and Zoey Pope), and a sister (Dr. Ardys Boostrom).He was preceeded in death by his father and mother (Frederick M. Smith and Marian B. Smith, and a brother (Marvin Smith). Memorial services will be held at the United Methodist Church of Wellsboro, February 4, 2023, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. M.D. Anderson Cancer Center 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Tx 77030. Malin’s family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901 with his arrangements. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
John Dickinson, 62, of Westfield, PA, passed away early Monday morning, January 16th at Strong Memorial Hospital with his daughters at his side.
John was born on October 31, 1960, in Wellsboro, PA. He was son of former Franklin and Sharon Dickinson.
John was a loved dad, grandpa, brother and friend to many. He enjoyed collecting bottles, camping with his nephews, fishing with his grandkids, hunting for ginseng, and spending time with his family.
John is survived by his daughters Mindy (Ryan) Stephens and Megan (David) Culkins. Grandchildren Trinity Wimpelberg, Carter Stephens, Logan Stephens and Sophia Culkins. Brother Stephen Dickinson. Sisters Holly (Jeff) Musselman and Cindy Dickinson. He is preceeded in death by his sister Mary Jo Dickinson.
John wished to have a celebration of his life in lieu of a funeral. The family will be holding the celebration this summer.
Margaret Elizabeth “Peg” Griffin, 71, of 620 Penn Street, Johnsonburg, PA passed away Saturday afternoon, January 14, 2023 at Penn Highlands-DuBois. She was born June 20, 1951 in St. Marys a daughter to the late Charles F. and Mary Withington Griffin.
A Lifelong resident of Johnsonburg, Peg was a 1970 graduate of Elk County Christian High School. She was a 1974 graduate of Edinboro University with a BS Degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education.
She was a member of Holy Rosary Church in Johnsonburg where she was a Eucharistic Minister and was the Director of Religious Education for 28 years. Peg dedicated her life bringing children closer to God through teaching them the Sacraments. She had worked with the Girl Scouts of America, had been the Elk County director of the GED program and had been the co-chairperson of the Holy Rosary Festival for many years.
Peg had worked tirelessly at Holy Rosary School in Johnsonburg as a fourth grade teacher for many years as well as teaching Sunday School for many years. After the closing of Holy Rosary School, she worked at Elk Haven Nursing Home in the dietary dept. until her retirement in 2017.
Peg is survived by two sisters; Mary Ellen Muroski and her husband Tom and Patricia Gilmore and her husband Tom all of Johnsonburg. In addition, she was a loving aunt to nine nieces and nephews; Amy Imbrogno (Edward) of Raleigh, NC, Mary Lee Barwin (John) of Dauphin, PA, Donna Miller (Danny) of Johnsonburg, Thomas Muroski (Dara) of Coatsville, PA, Rosemary Aiello (Frank) of St. Marys, Kathleen Rice (Duey) of Masury, OH, David Gilmore (Erin), Charles Gilmore (Chris) and Thomas Gilmore (Rachel) all of Ridgway. Nineteen great-nieces and nephews and their parents will miss Peg deeply.
In addition to her parents Peg is predeceased by a dear friend of the family Jane Judice.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Margaret E. “Peg” Griffin will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg on Friday January 20, 2023 at 10:30 AM with Fr. David Wilson as celebrant. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street Johnsonburg, PA. If desired, memorial contributions should be made in her name to the Holy Rosary Religious Education Program, 606 Penn St., Johnsonburg, PA 15845
Ryan A. Worthington, 39, of Shinglehouse, passed away in his home on Friday, January 13, 2023, after a long battle with addiction.
Born on Saturday, June 18, 1983 in Nurnberg, Germany, he was a son of William D. “Will” and Tracy L. Howard Worthington.
Ryan was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. In school he enjoyed playing baseball.
When he was 11 years old, Ryan began delivering the Olean Times Herald in Shinglehouse. For several years in New Jersey, Ryan was employed by Denville Line Painting Company.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and trapping. He was an extremely talented mechanic, enjoying working on cars, his favorite one being his Mustang. His greatest love was his family.
Surviving in addition to his parents are three sons, Landen R. Worthington, Brennan J. Worthington, and Blaine M. Worthington; a sister, Tonya S. (Israel) Alonzo of Colorado Springs, Colorado; two brothers, Craig (Amy) Worthington of Trafford and Derek R. Worthington of Shinglehouse; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Ryan was predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents.
Private funeral services will be held at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse with Pastor Rick Price of the Church of Christ, Bradford, officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Ryan’s family has 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 Ryan, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Harry R. “Skip” Cook, everyone’s gentle giant and the perfect sheep dog taught his final lesson of love on January 13, 2023. Surrounded by all his girls, he was serenaded into the arms of our Lord. He is right back where he most loved to be, side by side with his wife, Barbara J Cook who passed away February 9, 2022. They are both greatly missed by their five daughters; but the girls have peace knowing they are reunited.
Born in Muskegon, Michigan on November 25, 1942 to Leone and Morris Cook. He and his brother worked tirelessly to keep his older sister and parents guessing; what ruckus would they cause next. He graduated from Muskegon High School and became an X-ray Technologist. Through those skills, he went on to become an exceptional sales man for medical technology companies. He was known for his character and quality of service to all his customers.
On November 7, 1964 he married the woman that made his heart flutter, Barbara J Puisis, at Sacred Heart Church in Muskegon Michigan. They were married for over 57 years. She was waiting at the mailbox for him.
In 1973, with babies in arm they moved to Warren, Pennsylvania. While a career path led him there, side by side with his “Chicky” they fulfilled their dreams and worked to build a community for their family and others. Together they restored 4 homes on Poplar Street to their original splendor, were actively engaged in activities at St. Joseph’s Church and modeled kindness and servitude to all he met Barb was the list maker, yet he was the provider. She was the dreamer; he was the builder. All of his girls know how to swing a hammer, stack wood and get the hard work done. Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners will never be the same. He was the dressing maker, the turkey baster and the man in charge for those grand meals. Every year the list making and preparations started earlier. He could not wait for his helpers to show up. In his retirement, they worked their final project. Together they designed, created and ran the Tree House in Cooksburg, PA. It was at the Tree House that the family would gather to make piles of memories. Through the years his career shifted and grew but one thing remained the same. He was a dad to so many; he never met a stranger and all who met him, left a better person having known him. He lived and loved every day as if that was the day that he would be remembered for.
He will be profoundly missed by his five daughters and their husbands; his sons. Jennifer and Todd Boston of Warren, Emily and Jim Cunningham of Clarion, Abigail and Buddy Flerl of Wexford, Rachel and Mike Malak of Cranberry, and Gabrielle and Jeff Laswell of Franklin Park.
He was a loving Papa, the best Papa, to his 17 grandchildren; Jacob (Nichole) and Mitchell Boston; Donny, Blaise, Mercedes, Violet, and Raven Cunningham; Daphne, John, and Luke Flerl; Addy, Nate, and Owen Malak; Audrey, Dominic, Viola, and Gabe Laswell. He was blessed with 3 great grandchildren; Cam, Max and MaLeah.
He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law Dr. William and Sandy Burdick of Kalamazoo Michigan. Sandy adored her little brother beyond measure.
He was predeceased by his wife and parents, his brother Michael Cook and his granddaughter Violet Cunningham.
In the last months of Skip’s life, he built a community at New Haven, Lutheran Senior Life Passavant Community in Zelienople. Through the stories he regaled of the games of Bananagrams, working the puzzles, and sharing time with friends; it was evident his heart was filled with joy. His daughters are so grateful for the grace filled friendships he made during his time there. He loved you all. The staff, that became family, surrounded him with care and gentle hands that enabled him to live life fully. We are all so blessed through your gentle, caring hearts and hands.
Frends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East Street Warren, PA on Friday January 20, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday January 21, 2023 at 11:00 am in St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren Pa, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Burial will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren, Pa. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Joseph G. Boyd “beloved husband, father, and grandfather”
Joseph G. Boyd, 82, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 14, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, after suffering from the effects of Alzheimer’s.
Born November 9, 1940 in Coudersport, he was the eldest son of Joseph H. and June (Hackett) Boyd. On June 1, 1968 he married Kathryn (Dynda) and they renewed their vows on February 14, 2010.
Joe was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1959. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1959-1963 as a Navy Seaman aboard the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. In 1964, he went to work as an inspector for PennDOT in the Clearfield District for nine years, then transferred to the PennDOT office in Coudersport as the County Coordinator until his retirement in 1998.
Joe was a member of the Sweden Valley Faith United Methodist Church, and the American Legion Potter Post 192 where he held the office of Chaplain for many years in the Potter County Honor Guard. He was also a member of the Susquehanna Trail Club and volunteered for Habitat for Humanity. He became one of the first volunteers for Pennsylvania’s Adopt A Highway program in 1990, keeping his two-mile stretch of Route 6 clean in his lifelong home of Sweden Valley.
Joe was an avid gardener and enjoyed sharing the fruits of his harvest with everyone, and spent five winters in Florida growing a small garden there. He loved to read, putter around outside, and spend time teaching his grandchildren to hunt, fish, and build almost anything. He would drop what he was doing, day or night, to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. There is nothing he wouldn’t do for his family, friends, and even strangers. He did everything out of the goodness of his heart and never expected anything in return.
Joe was also an artist in his own right. Over the years, he created many beautiful works of art using charcoal, pastels and oil paints on canvas, saw blades, rocks and even shelf mushrooms he’d find on trees. He gave away the majority of his creations for others to enjoy.
He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; son, Glenn (Christine) Boyd of Coudersport; daughter, Tonya (Todd) Hall of Painted Post, NY; grandsons, Brandon (Shannon) Burrell of Roulette, Gabriel Draper of Painted Post, Tyler and Chase Boyd, both of Coudersport; brother, Greg (Anne) Boyd; sisters. Kathy (Greg) Furman and Virginia (Charles) Hoock; along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Dan, Bob, and Thom.
At Joe’s request, there will be no visitation or services.
Memorials may be made to the Potter County Military Honor Guard, ℅ American Legion Post 192, 2 Buffalo St, Coudersport PA 16915; Sweden Valley Faith United Methodist Church, Building Fund, 1450 E Second St, Coudersport; or to the charity of donor’s choice.
Joe 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 Joe, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
To my Dearest Love,
It was a heartbreaking end to this cruel disease, but I know your suffering is now over. You are well again, happy, and free from pain, thanks to the grace and mercy of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. So go out and enjoy taking wonderful care of God’s garden now. At the end of the day, take the time to create a beautiful work of art for the Lord with the amazing gifts he gave you.
A piece of my heart will be missing until we are reunited again in heaven. Always loving you, Kathy (Baby Doll)
Sandra J. SEELEY, 70, Westfield, PA, died Saturday, January 14, 2023. Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
William (Bill) Bartges, 88, of Laurel Lane, Kersey, PA passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home on Saturday January 7, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born January 22, 1934 in Mt. Jackson, PA, son of the late Harry and Mae (Huffman) Bartges. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the Pennsylvania State University in 1955 and travelled the globe solving customer issues and building relationships as the Technical Service Manager for the Carbon/Graphite Group (formerly Airco Speer).
On September 6, 1958 in Export, PA, Bill married C. LaVerne (Hostetler) Bartges who survives. They were blessed with 64 years of marriage; three children: Harry (Elaine) of Memphis, TN, Charles (Marcia) of Bradenton, FL, and Brenda (Brett) Giles of Atlanta, GA; and eight grandchildren: Kevin (Jessica), Hannah (Andrea), Tessa (Dakota), Andrea (Will), Katie, Emma, Megan, and Claire. He was preceded in death by his sister Marie (Bartges) King.
An avid, lifelong Penn State fan with football season tickets for almost 50 years, Bill rarely missed a home game and travelled to many away and bowl games. Although he would “never leave until the game was over” (regardless of the weather), he loved tailgating just as much. Family, friends, and random strangers delighted in his abundant hospitality, storytelling, sing-alongs, and frequent cheers of “WE ARE….”. He was a lifetime member of the Penn State Alumni Association, St. Marys Quarterback Club, and Shiloh Presbyterian Church.
Proud to be an American yet humble about his service in the United States Army, he valued education, providing for his family, and quietly practicing his faith. He enjoyed camping, fly-fishing, horseracing, and golfing with “The Retreads” (even before they earned the name). He made strangers into friends, and friends into family wherever he went.
Family was Bill’s top priority and he never missed a chance to gather with them, usually driving long distances to do so. Snowbirding was not just about the weather, but about living with, and being a part of the fabric of his expanding family’s lives. His fun loving personality lit up every room he was in, and made even the best of times better. The twinkle in his blue eyes as a crooked smile crossed his face usually meant something exciting was about to happen and will be deeply missed.
Funeral services will be held at the Shiloh Evangelical Presbyterian Church on Friday, January 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Scott Wiest, officiating. Private burial will be in the Centre County Memorial Park.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and again on Friday, January 20, 2023 from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM.
Memorials, if desired, can be made to the Shiloh Presbyterian Church, 217 Washington Street, St. Marys, PA 15857; The American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692; or the Alzheimer’s Association, PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.
Mary Jane Chiodo,90, of Warren PA., died Thursday evening, January 12, 2023, with her family at her side in the Rouse Home.
She was born on April 26, 1932, in Bradford, PA. Mary Jane was the only daughter of Frank A. Chiodo and Verna (Betty) Harford. She was a 1950 graduate of Bradford High School. Mary Jane then attended the Bradford Hospital School of Nursing, where she graduated in 1953 with a degree in Nursing. She was employed by the Warren General Hospital as a Registered Nurse in the OR, ER and Maternity Departments after moving to Warren in 1954. Mary Jane met and married Frank R. Chiodo, her husband of almost 61 years in 1955. They resided in Warren and raised 3 sons Louis, Frank Jr., and Gregory. In 1976 she returned to work as an R.N. at the Warren State Hospital and was employed there for 17 years until she retired in 1992.
By far, her greatest joy was her family, including her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. They brought joy to her life, meaning to her actions and purpose to her days. She loved to cook and bake, making our family meals, weekend gatherings, and especially our holidays together so cherished and memorable. Mary Jane loved to travel with her husband after their retirement. Florence, Italy was her absolute favorite. Her entire life revolved around caring and doing for others. She was the epitome of selflessness, caring for her husband’s elderly parents, Luigi and Katherine, her children, her husband through an extended illness and her eldest son through his battle with cancer. She rarely ever thought of herself first. Even much of this obituary was penned by Mary Jane herself years before her death to spare her sons the anxiety and stress of writing it after her passing. Mary Jane was a long-time member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church.
She is survived by her sons, Frank R. Chiodo Jr. of Warren, and Greg L. Chiodo and his wife Jacqueline LaWarre of Pittsburgh, PA; grandchildren Anthony Chiodo and his wife Liz, Brittany Chiodo, Courtney Chiodo, Angela Jerman, and Christina Martin and her husband Mike; five great grandchildren Fiona Chiodo, Zachary and Autumn Jerman, and Colton and Madison Martin; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, and her husband she was preceded in death by her son Lou Chiodo and two great grandsons Sylas Chiodo and Asher Chiodo.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren PA on Monday, January 16, 2023, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 1:00 PM at St. Joseph R.C. Church 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren, PA with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Interment will be held in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through St. Joseph Church Educational Center Fund, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren PA 16365 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Gordon B. Irons, 70, of Cyclone, passed away Thursday (January 12, 2023) at UPMC-Shadyside, Pittsburgh, with his family by his side.
He was born February 11, 1952 in Port Allegany, the son of Merton and Doris (Gorton) Irons . On February 23, 1982, in Eldred, PA, he married Sherry L. Simmons, who survives.
Mr. Irons was a graduate of Smethport High School and worked in various positions at Pittsburgh Corning in Port Allegany, but ultimately was a furnace operator. He was employed with PC for 40 years.
Gordon enjoyed the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, but his true love was being able to be in the woods on his side x side.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
One son: Joshua A. (Ashley) Irons of Smethport
Three daughters: Leslie D. (Track) Kio of Port Allegany, Kelly J. (Damin) Parris of Smethport and Amy L. (Aaron Lloyd) Irons of Cyclone
Three great grandchildren: Jase, Holton and Raiden
Two brothers: Gideon “Buddy” Irons of Ohio and Philip “Roger” Irons of East Smethport
And several nieces and nephews
In addition to his parents, Gordon was preceded in death by two brothers, Ronald “Bump” Irons and Richard Irons, along with two sisters, Janice “Lovie” Leet and Joyce Knotts.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 18, from 2-4 PM at the Hilltop Baptist Church, Route 646, Gifford, where funeral services will begin at 4 PM, with the Rev. Max Simms, pastor, officiating. Attendees are invited to share a time of fellowship at Vavalo’s immediately after services.
Joseph G. Boyd, 82, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 14, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, after suffering from the effects of Alzheimer’s.
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.
David A. Fair, 71, of Port Allegany, passed away Thursday (January 12, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
He was born March 1, 1951 in Sharon, PA, the son of David and Edith Burt Fair . He was first married to Doreen L. Gray, who passed away on January 10, 2007. On August 16, 2008, in Smethport, he married Anna S. Falk, who survives.
Dave was a 1969 graduate of Sharon High School. He attended Penn State University, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
Dave was an accountant/controller for Pittsburgh Corning of Port Allegany, retiring in 2011.
He was a member of the Port Allegany Rotary Club, a longtime member of Port Allegany Borough Council, Port Allegany Planning Commission, S.W. Smith Library Board, was a Barbershop Singer and a member of the Potter-McKean Players.
In addition to his wife, Anna, he is survived by:
four step-children: Dennis (Michelle) Stromberg, Suzanne (Steven) Fox and Erica (Josh) Petruzzi, all of Port Allegany, and Lisa Blansit
Step grandchildren: Hayley (Anthony Vaimaona) Fox, McCauley Fox, Emma Fox, Elijah Petruzzi, Thea Petruzzi, Iziah Petruzzi, Delaney Stromberg and Gillian Stromberg, Mia Spratt, Rebecca (Wesley Phillips) Thompson, Thomas Landry, Hannah DeHaven, Robert Landry
Several great grandchildren
One sister: Bonnie (James) Rust of Hermitage, PA
And several nieces and nephews
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a step-son, Leon Landry, two sisters, Sherry Root and Darla Johns
Visitation will be held on Tuesday (Jan. 17, 2023) from 2-4 and 6-8PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, where funeral services will be held Wed. (Jan. 18, 2023) at 11 AM with the Rev. J.T. Madison, officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to Port Allegany Ambulance Association. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Jeffrey R. “Jeff” Wilson, 68, of Irvine, PA, passed away on Friday January 13, 2023, in his home with his loving wife by his side.
He was born in Warren, PA on January 12, 1955, the son of the late Robert Wilson and Doris A. Walker Wilson and she survives. Jeff was a graduate of Youngsville High School Class of 1972 and received his Forestry Technician Degree from Williamsport Area Community College in 1980. He was employed as a HVAC Electrician and worked for many companies retiring as a district manager for commercial facilities for Northwest Savings Bank. Jeff was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, where he ushered and was on the building and grounds committee.
Jeff was a man of many talents and enjoyed many things such as golf, camping, birdwatching, cars, gardening, traveling, and spending time with his grandkids. He treasured his golf trips with friends to Myrtle Beach yearly. He was an extensive traveler, and made many trips with his wife to Mexico, Florida, Arizona, and Glacier National Park. Jeff also was an avid model train enthusiast. He had a very funny wit and always enjoyed a good laugh or joke. Jeff also loved his tractor and could always be found doing different projects around his house and property.
He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years Stephanie Wilson, whom he married on July 24, 1987 in Warren, PA; his mother Doris A. Wilson of Youngsville; two sons Scott Alexander (Lewann) of Warren and Ryan Alexander (Laura) of Forestville, NY; 3 grandsons Dylan Alexander of Kennedy, NY, Brody and Trent Alexander of Warren; sister in law Suzanne Mitkowski (Mark) of Erie; Brother in law Robert Kerner (Brenda) of Warren; nephews Nathaniel Goode (Samantha) and Benjamin Goode (Courtney); and his loving companion, his dog Jimmy. Jeff also had a very extensive group of close friends who really meant the world to him, he cherished all those memories and laughs he had with those friends.
Jeff was preceded in death by his father; and one sister Cindy Wilson.
Friends will be received at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church 600 Pennsylvania West Warren, PA, on Friday January 20, 2023, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 Am on Friday in the church with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, presiding. Private Burial will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave. Warren PA 16365; Warren Library 200 Market St. Warren PA 16365; Paws Along the River 212 Elm St. Warren, PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. Warren PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Harry “Skip” Cook, 80, passed away on Friday January 13, 2023 in UPMC Mcandless Hospital, with his loving family by his side.
A complete obituary will be published when it’s available. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., Warren, PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Esther K. JENSEN, 100, of Ocala, FL, formerly of Wellsville, NY, died Friday, October 6, 2023, in Bridgewater Park, Ocala, FL.
Born April 10, 1922, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Roland and Martha Ketchner. In 1993, she and her husband relocated to Oak Run, Ocala, Florida. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank E. Jensen, who died on February 27, 2012.
A Memorial Service will be held on a later date. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellsville, NY. 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.
Marsha OSTRANDER, 67, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Shinglehouse, Ulysses, and Bradford, died Thursday, January 12, 2023 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born January 31, 1955, in Bradford, she was the daughter of Clendon Byron and Evelyn Doris Spignard Ostrander.
Surviving are: friend and former caregiver, Viola Hathaway of Shinglehouse; a brother, Blair Ostrander of Smethport; a sister, Christine (John) Robare of Altamonte, FL; nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her longtime fiancé, Robert C. Ramsey; and two brothers, Dale Alan Ostrander and Clinton L. Ostrander. Services will be private. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Kathryn “Kay” Kinkead, 86, of German Settlement Road, died on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Penn Highlands Dubois after a brief illness.
She was born on September 19, 1936, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Lucille Walizer Harbridge Thomas and Charles H. Harbridge.
On July 29, 1955, she married Samuel L. Kinkead in a double wedding ceremony with her twin sister, Karolyn (Richard) Rhodes in Smethport, PA.
She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church where she served in the church choir for over 60 years, on church council, the financial secretary for several years, and was a Sunday school teacher for over 20 years. Kay was a volunteer at the Elk County Historical Society for several years, loving her work as a researcher. She served as president of the Ridgway Cemetery Associating. She worked at the original Ridgway National Bank, which later became Marine Bank and then PNC Bank before retiring in 1994.
In addition to her husband of 67 years, she is survived by 2 children: Diane Stenta and her husband Ron of Ridgway, Douglas Kinkead and his wife Linda of Ridgway, and David Kinkead and his wife Karen of NC, 3 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin sister, Karolyn Rhodes, sister, Sara Denning, and a son Donald at birth.
A Memorial Service for Kathryn Kinkead will be celebrated on Monday, January, 16, 2023, at 1:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church, 19 S. Broad Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with. Rev. Matthew Williams as celebrant.
Family and friends will be received on Monday from 12:00 PM until the time of services.
Burial will follow at Thayer Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to Trinity United Methodist Church or Elk County Historical Society.
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
Patricia Ann Orcutt, 80, of Warren, PA, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023, in Kinzua Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Warren, PA, on June 9, 1942, the daughter of the late Bernard and Leona Briggs. Pat resided in Warren all of her life and was a graduate of Warren High School. She worked and retired from Blair in Warren and also worked for G.G. Green. She married Edward Orcutt Sr. and he preceded her in death.
She is survived by her three loving children; Ed Orcutt and wife, Sue, of Russell, Brenda Fasciano and husband, Jerry, of Russell, and Tanya Powley and husband, Steve, of Warren; grandchildren; Amber Burke and husband, Clayton, Braiden Blair, Bryce Blair; step grandchildren; Noah Powley, Cy Powley, and Gregory Blair; her companion, George Belin, of Warren; and one brother, Bob Briggs.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one infant son,Jeffrey Lee Orcutt; brothers; Clarence Briggs and Glen Briggs; sisters; Jeanette Messinger and Cora Leach.
Friends may call the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East Street Warren, PA from 2:00 to 3:00 pm on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 pm in the funeral home. Burial will be held in Oakland Cemetery, Warren, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, please visit cff.org. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Mary Jane Chiodo, 90, of Warren, passed away on Thursday January 12, 2023 in the Rouse Home surrounded by her loving family.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, PA on Monday January 16, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday January 17, 2023 at 1:00 pm in St. Joseph R. C. Church 600 Pennsylvania Ave West, Warren, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor presiding.
A complete obituary will be published when it’s available.
David A. Fair, 71, of Port Allegany, passed away Thursday (January 12, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday (Jan. 17, 2023) from 2-4 and 6-8PM at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, where funeral services will be held Wed. (Jan. 18, 2023) at 11 AM with the Rev. J.T. Madison, officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Port Allegany.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany. A full obituary will be in Tuesday
Mark F. Cuneo, 54, of 756 Washington Street, St. Marys and formerly of Erie, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Penn Highlands DuBois after a brief illness.
He was born June 13, 1968 in St. Marys, son of the late, Tom Cuneo and Grace Francis Covac, who survives. He was a lifelong resident of the area before moving to Erie and a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1988.
Along with his loving mother Grace, Mark is survived his brother, Karl Cuneo (Cheryl) of St. Marys; his step-father, Buck Covac; step-brother, Eric Covac (Leeann); nephews: Jack Cuneo and Noah Zeches; aunts and uncles: Robert Francis (Holly), Charlotte Garvelli (Joe), Jim Francis (Joy), John Francis (Terry), Susan Herzing (Dan), and Wanda Schneider (Tim); and his special friend, Leonard Reinhart, whose friendship he cherished.
Along with his father, Mark was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Mark and Vi Francis and his paternal grandparents, James and Wanda Cuneo.
Mark always enjoyed the company of other people and would welcome a conversation at any moment. He was one of the first to participate and compete in the Special Olympics, found joy in the music of Kenny Rogers, and cheered on the Dallas Cowboys.
Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 19, 2023 with the Rev. Thomas More Sikora, OSB, celebrating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on January 19, 2023 from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Elk/Cameron County Special Olympics, 412 Brusselles Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Joe Homer VanDergrift, age 64, of Covington, PA, died on Thursday, January 12, 2023.
He was born on March 29, 1958 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Homer and Jayne (Culver) VanDergrift. He served in the US Army and was married for 42 years to Nancy A. (Youngs) VanDergrift. Joe was a heavy equipment operator for many years and enjoyed woodworking, camping, antique tractors, helping kids with their barn projects and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife: Nancy VanDergrift of Covington, PA, daughter: Amanda (Dale) Graves of Little Marsh, PA, brothers: Newell VanDergrift of TX, John (Jodi) VanDergrift of Wellsboro, PA, Jim (Lucille) VanDergrift of Mansfield, PA, brothers-in-law: Rick Youngs (Lisa) of Covington, PA, Hank (Susie) Youngs of Wellsboro, PA sister-in-law: Cindy (Lonnie Cook of Paint Rock, TX, grandchildren: Joemer Cummings, Ashlyn Cummings, Averie Cummings, Adrianna Cummings, Maverick Graves, Makalah Graves, several nieces, nephews and cousins and a great friend: Rick Ives.
He was predeceased by a daughter: Autumn Cummings, and his mother and father-in-law: Dick and Clara Youngs. Visitation and refreshments will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023 from 1 to 2 pm at the Little Marsh Fire Hall.
A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm with Pastor Ed Siddle officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cowanesque FFA Chapter, 51 Northfork Rd., Westfield, PA 16950.
Charles Perry Smith, 87, Olean, NY, husband of Marcella May Douglas-Rakocy Smith, passed away at Olean General Hospital on January 9, 2023.
Although Chuck and Marcella were only married 23 years, they enjoyed their life together with their families.
Chuck was born Sept 30, 1935, at Franklin, PA, the son of Charles P. and Helen (Kristyak) Smith. Surviving are two sisters, LouAnn Fowler of Loveland, CO and Wanda Paxton of Valrico, FL. His oldest sister, Helen, predeceased him.
Chuck graduated from Lafayette High School, Lafayette, CO. His father was a shoemaker, and Chuck worked during his teen years, helping to repair shoes.
Chuck was married first to Evelyn Schmactenberger and they welcomed their daughter, Dainel and son, Charles to their family.
Later, Chuck married Ruth Ann Nolan and adopted her two children, Susan (Joseph) McCleaf and Jodie (Smith) LaRue at the same time they welcomed an adopted son, Devin.
Chuck moved his family to Florida in 1964, where he worked at various jobs until starting his own business installing blinds in many new apartment houses, hospitals, and hotels. He also started a drapery and upholstery business along with his wife and daughters, Jodie and Susan.
Chuck was a very active member of the Rotary Club in Florida and he and his wife were also very successful in the sale of Amway.
His work life was cut short because he was hit by a car while crossing a mall parking lot, which damaged his knees. He moved his family from Florida to Portville, NY in 1991 and built a beautiful home out of a barn that was on property he owned.
Chuck is survived by his daughter, Susan (Joseph) McCleaf and a son, Devin Smith in Florida. His 2nd loving family were Marcella’s daughters: Theresa (Emmett) Morgan, Mt. Pleasant, SC, Ann Rakocy (Dave Moyer), Frostproof, FL and Suzanne (Thomas) Strait, Duke Center, PA. Also surviving are 3 grandchildren that Chuck and Marcella raised: Cole (Amber) Davis, Portville, NY, Cassie (Nikolas) Tascone, Lynchburg, VA, and Lacey (Larry) Cook, Olean, NY. Many other grandchildren and great grandchildren survive Chuck.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1313 E. State Street, Olean. A service will be held on Saturday (January 28, 2023) at 1pm at the Duke Center United Methodist Church. Officiants will be Rev. Dan Todd, Pastor of Hillside Wesleyan Church and Rev. Beth Rosler, Pastor of Duke Center United Methodist Church.
Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport, PA at the convenience of the family.
Linda J. Smith, 72, of 526 Armory Road, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, January 12, 2023, at her residence.
She was born April 23, 1950, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Roland and Lucille Kraus Bush. Linda was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1968. She was an employee of the former E & G Auto Parts and a retired employee of Abbott Furnace.
On June 7, 2008, at the Fox Township Sportsmen’s Club, Linda married Douglas W. Smith, who survives.
Also surviving is her daughter, Valerie Schauer (Pat) of Kersey; seven grandchildren: Alex, Rachel, Andrea, Jeremy, Cole, Ryan, and Jakob; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters: Caroline Wegemer (Jude) of Force, Judy Shuttleworth (Bob) of Kersey, and Doris Gaton (Ed) of Ohio; three brothers: Ronald Bush (LaVonne) of California, Robert Bush of St. Marys, and Dennis Bush (Mary Ann) of St. Marys; and by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her daughter, Robin Meyer, who passed away December 3, 2010; a sister, Mary Erich; and by two brothers: Gerald and Paul Bush.
Linda was a member of the First United Methodist Church, where she was an active volunteer for the Bowls of Love and was committed to her Bible studies. She was a caring person who had a fondness for elephants. Above everything, she cherished her time with her grandchildren every chance she could get.
A funeral service will be held in the First United Methodist Church on Monday, January 16, 2023, at 10:00 AM, with the Rev. Sang Hak Lee, Pastor, officiating.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Sunday, January 15, 2023, from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Bowls of Love, First United Methodist Church, 140 North St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Marsha OSTRANDER, 67, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Shinglehouse, Ulysses, and Bradford, died Thursday, January 12, 2023 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.
