Howard “Pooch” Grant, 91, of St. Marys, PA, passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday afternoon, August 27, 2025, with his devoted companion, Laura, by his side.
He was born December 9, 1933, in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Joseph and Emma Friedl Grande.
Pooch attended St. Marys Schools but left early to dedicate himself to the family farm, which he worked and cared for nearly 75 years. He found great pride in the hard work of farming and cherished the friendships and connections he made within the farming community. Known for his lighthearted spirit and constant humor, Pooch had a way of bringing a smile to everyone he met.
Helen M. Riddle was called by the Lord on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 from the home she and her husband built at 483 Honey Lane in St. Marys.
She was born August 16, 1934 on a farm in Kersey, daughter of the late Francis and Helen Dietz Gahr. On July 9, 1955, in St. Boniface Church, Helen married Marvin Riddle, who survives. They recently were blessed to celebrate seventy years of marriage.
Robert A. “Bob” ABBOTT, II, 67, of Sylvania, PA, formerly of Belmont, NY, died Thursday, August 21, 2025 in Arnot Medical Center, Elmira, NY. Born June 17, 1958, in Wellsville, he was the son of Robert A. and Donna M. Baker Abbott. Bob was a 1976 graduate of Belmont Central School.
On June 25, 1977, he married his soulmate and best friend, Susan M. “Susie” Bliven, who predeceased him on December 19, 2021. He was employed by Suburban Propane, RMT, and retired as a foreman from Dresser Rand. After retirement, he and his wife owned and operated B&S Convenience Store in Sylvania.
Cathy A. Darrin, 72, of 7 Royal Avenue, Bradford, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025, at UPMC Hamot Medical Center in Erie.
Born September 27, 1952, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Louis E. and Burles J. (Glady) Valerius. She was a 1971 graduate of Bradford High School.
On November 4, 2000, in the Four Square Gospel Church she married Alan D. Darrin who survives.
Melissa A. TALLMAN, 51, of Richburg, died on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. She was born on September 25, 1973, in Wellsville, the daughter of the late Gary J. and Darlene B. (Hodgkins) Burns.
Melissa was raised in Scio, attending the Wellsville and Scio Central School Districts. She was a homemaker who enjoyed watching movies, listening to music, reading, coloring, hanging out with her friends, and most of all being with her family.
Hattie M. (Wilcox) Wilson, 85, of Wellsboro, passed away Monday August 25, 2025, at the Green Home in Wellsboro. She was born September 3, 1939, in Wellsboro, to Richard and Gladys (Makin) Wilcox. She graduated from Wellsboro High School in the class of “58”, and in 1996 married Cortland V. Wilson. They shared 18 years of marriage before he passed away July 10, 2014. Hattie had worked in housekeeping at Soldiers and Sailors Hospital in Wellsboro, she was a member of the Tioga Tabernacle Baptist Church, and was proud to have had the opportunity to serve as a foster grandparent in the program at Wellsboro’s Charlotte Lappla Elementary School.
James J. (Jimmy) Carlson, 50, of 8 Forman Street, Bradford, passed away, Sunday August 24, 2025, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born January 5, 1975, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Inez M. (Finland) Carlson.
Surviving are two brothers, Larry (Julie) Carlson of Limestone NY, Carl (Sue) Carlson of Bradford, five nieces and nephews; Katelyn (Raymond) Rettger, Dakota Galloway, Tyler Carlson, Abbey Carlson, Chad (Alexa Ackerman) Carlson, Rennie (Brittany) Florentine, Hannah Florentine, and five grand nieces and nephews; Chase Carlson, Adam Carlson, Madi Rettger, Claire Florentine, Kelsie Florentine.
Samantha R. SwartWood, 38, of Titusville, PA., formerly of Russell, PA., died accidently Friday evening, August 22, 2025, as the result of injuries sustained in ATV accident. Samantha was born July 27, 1987, at Fort Hood, Texas. She was a longtime resident of Warren County, moving to Titusville, February of 2025. Samantha was a 2005, graduate of Eisenhower High School. She was formerly employed with Elwood Crankshaft Company for 5 years, and was currently working at Accu-Tech of Meadville, PA. Samantha was an avid horse & dog lover, she enjoyed riding 4-Wheelers, dirt bikes, and shooting. She loved driving her truck.
Amy Mosch Buttery, 68, of Coudersport, passed away on August 22, 2025, at home. She was born in Coudersport, PA on April 29, 1957, to Dr. George and Doris Mosch.
Amy was a graduate of Coudersport High School and of Penn State University. She worked at UPMC Cole for 37 years as a medical social worker. She touched the lives of many in her role-helping families through their most difficult times. Amy was a voracious reader and adored spending time with her family.
Amy is survived by her loving husband, Tom Buttery; daughters: Amanda Dillion and Chelsey (Andrew) Rendos both of Wellsboro; a stepson, Max Buttery; grandchildren: Eliana Dillon, Lylah Dillon, Audrey Rendos, Christian Rendos, Emma Rendos; brothers: Steve (Deb) Mosch of Savannah, GA; and Luke (Marlo) Mosch of Lancaster; sisters: Barbara (Greg) Mosch of State College; and Sally Fowler of Roulette: and many beloved nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Amy was preceded in death by a brother, Jeffrey Mosch, and a son-in-law, Jonathon Dillon.
Phyllis Ruth (Turner) Dow was born on October 30, 1943, in Buffalo, New York. After her father, Willis Turner returned from WWII, he and his wife, Ruth (Hooftallen) and their new daughter returned to Austin, PA where she attended the local school, graduating in 1961.
On July 31, 1965, she married Douglas M. Dow, also of Austin. Although Phyllis worked at various jobs and volunteered at several locations throughout the years, her dearest job was raising her family with her husband Doug and enjoying time with family and friends.
In October 2000, Phyllis was granted the miracle of 25 additional years of life through the generous donation of a kidney from her sister Dale (Turner) Hunsinger. Her family is forever grateful.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents Willis and Ruth and her husband Douglas.
She is survived by her daughters Laura Dow and Tracey Dow, her sisters Dale (Jerry) Hunsinger and Peggy (Duane) Dow, in-laws Dean and Cathy Dow, Danny Dow and Doris Dow along with innumerable nieces and nephews all of whom she cherished.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects, Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 10-11:00 am at the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home 210 North East Street Coudersport, PA 16915.
A funeral service will follow at 11:00 am, and burial will be in the Forest Hills Cemetery, Austin.
Family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016, or to the Clinton County SPCA, 33 Mill Hill Rd, Lock Haven, PA 17745, or a charity of your choice.
The friends and family of Philip and Julia Smith are invited to their graveside service on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 4:00 pm in Woodlawn Cemetery, 276 S. Main Street in Wellsville. Phil died on October 29, 2024, and Judy died December 24, 2021.
To read the complete obituaries, or leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.
Gordon Mathis, 72, of Warren, PA., died Friday morning, August 22, 2025, at Warren General Hospital, after an extended illness. A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.
Gordon L. Mathis, 71, of Warren, PA., died Friday morning, August 22, 2025, at Warren General Hospital, after an extended illness.
Gordon was born April 20, 1954, in Warren, PA. He was the son of Louis F. and Dorris Gordon Mathis. He was a lifelong Warren area resident. He was a 1972 graduate of Warren Area High School and earned his bachelor’s degree from Penn State University.
Margaret J. Bires Hammerbeck, 95, of Warren, PA. and a resident of the Rouse Suites, Youngsville, PA. died Saturday morning, August 16, 2025, at the John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA.
Margaret was born June 10, 1930, in Ludlow, PA. She was the daughter of George J. and Mary Steffan Bires. She was a longtime Warren area resident, living in Philadelphia, PA. for 11 years. Margaret was a 1948 graduate of Sheffield High School and completed commercial studies at the former Hoff Business College.
Thomas G. Crum “beloved husband, father, and grandfather”
Thomas G. “Tom” Crum, 71, of Shinglehouse, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in UPMC Hamot, Erie.
Born on Wednesday, March 3, 1954 in Shinglehouse, he was a son of Gilbert R. and Doris Welch Crum. On October 30, 1982 in Shinglehouse, he married Carol L. Gilliland, who survives.
John D. Sterbank, of Kersey, born to John and Priscilla Rigard Sterbank, passed away peacefully at the age of 82 after bravely battling cancer.
He was surrounded by friends, family, and loved ones.He is survived by his beloved wife of over 60 years, Veronica; his children, Theresia Rae, John Sterbank, and Chris Sterbank; their partners, Dave Rae, Katie Crandall, and Kim Taylor; and his six grandchildren—Elijah, Marty, Emily, Lily, Cora, and Iris—who were the light of his life.
Shirley J. Hoden, 89, a resident of the Watson Memorial Home, Warren, PA., died at the Rouse Home, Youngsville, PA., on Thursday, August 14, 2025, after an extended illness.
She was born June 5, 1936, in Warren, PA. Shirley was the daughter of Lafayette Dale and Lavina Wenzel DeVore. Shirley was a lifelong Warren area resident and a 1954 graduate of Warren High School.
Arvilla D. Gallup, age 86, of Smethport, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Smethport.
Born on November 27, 1938, in Belmont, New York (raised in Bolivar, NY), she was the daughter of Samuel and Irma (Hinds) Griswold. Arlie married Emery A. Gallup on June 15, 1963, in Port Allegany, Pennsylvania; he predeceased her three weeks earlier, on July 23.
Arlie graduated from Allentown High School and dedicated herself to raising seven children while also working for many years. Her employment included positions at Olean Tile, preflight security, and later at the Hertz desk at Bradford Regional Airport. Embarking upon a new chapter later in life, she attended Saint Francis School of Nursing in Olean, New York, earning her LPN diploma. Her nursing tenure included service at Bradford Ecumenical Home Inc. and retirement from Sena Kean Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, after which she continued working in home care through Aveanna Healthcare.
Donna K. Yetzer, 87, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of Pear Road, St. Marys, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, following a brief illness.
She was born on March 3, 1938, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Louis and Rose Sarginger Krieg.
On September 17, 1960, she married the late Dane Yetzer, who preceded her in death on January 22, 1994. Together they shared nearly 34 years of marriage.
Ruth Ann (Davis) Shumway, 91, of Wellsboro, passed away Tuesday August 19, 2025, at Country Terrace Assisted Living.
She was born May 30, 1934, in Delmar Township, to Granvel H. and Myra (Weller) Davis. On November 8, 1953, she married Arthur L. Shumway with whom she shared 66 years of marriage.
Mark Murray Miller of Roulette, PA passed away at Buffalo General Medical Center following a stroke, on August 15, 2025, at the age of 74. He was born in Buffalo, NY, on May 12, 1951, and raised in Colden, NY. He was the second child born to the late Richard and Shirley Miller of Springville, NY.
He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia, married for almost 52 years. PROUD and loving father to three daughters: Regina McCartney-Mackay(Jeremy), Nicole Jenette Miller(Steve), Mindy Elniski(Pete). He is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Thane, Erik, Carter, Katrina, Bryce, and Grant, who lovingly called him “EE”.
Also surviving are 5 siblings: Margo, Marie(Rich), Marla(Jim), Marlon, Martin(Patty).
Rolland L. Corbin, 80, North Street, Limestone, NY, passed away Friday, August 15, 2025, at The Pavilion at BRMC.
Born January 26, 1945, in Del Rio, TX, he was a son of the late Lloyd F. and Alice C. (Perry) Corbin.
He was a 1964 graduate of Limestone Union Free School, where he excelled as a high scoring star basketball player and participated in track and field.
On September 13, 1965, he enlisted in the United States Army and served in Camp Casey, Korea where he worked in the adjacent office until his honorable discharge in 1967. He returned to school and earned an associate’s degree from the Olean Business Institute.
Rolland was employed at Clark Brothers in Olean, NY as an accountant until 1972. He then worked for Cattaraugus County as an in-house auditor clerk until his retirement in December 2009 for a total of 37 years.
Dennis S. Guido, 82, of 390 South Kersey Road, Kersey, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
He was born December 26, 1942, in Tyler, PA, son of the late Ralph and Rose Marie Giardino Guido. He was a graduate of Huston Township High School, a retired employee of the Keystone Carbon Company, and a long-time bus driver with Anthony Muccio School Transportation.
On September 27, 1969, in the St. Boniface Church, Denny married Kathryn Luchini, who survives.
Joseph Hugo Gasbarre, 74, of Ridgway, passed away after a brief illness on August 17, 2025. Born in Ridgway, he was the son of the late George P. Gasbarre and Nellie (Mann) Gasbarre.
On August 30, 1975, he married Constance Duell at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Johnsonburg. They shared 32 happy years together and raised two children, Joseph (Shannon) and Matthew (Connie). Constance preceded him in death in 2007.
Natale M. Redmond, 17, of Roulette, PA, found eternal peace on Friday (August 15, 2025) in an automobile accident in Port Allegany.
She was born December 16, 2007 in Coudersport, PA, the daughter of RuBen and Melissa (Windsor) Redmond.
Natale was an excellent student at Port Allegany High School and Otto-Eldred FFA chapter. She was referred by her teachers that she was one of the students that made the class better. She also had big dreams and big plans but was always willing to help. She would have been a senior of the Class of 2026.
Natale was a delighted member of County Line 4H and an overjoyed member of FFA at Otto-Eldred. She was a humbled member of the Sartwell Creek Union Church.
Natale adored and loved her siblings with all her heart. She loved and enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. She was delighted in helping people in need and her animals were her world. Natale enjoyed hunting in the great outdoors with her family. She relished going to school and school was a very important part of her life. Her smile and laugh would brighten anyone’s day. She never hesitated to help anyone. Natale’s heart was so big and full of love. There is no doubt Jesus was in her heart and she walked with him. Her memory will never be forgotten and she will remain forever in our hearts.
She is survived by her parents, RuBen and Melissa Redmond of Roulette.
Three brothers: RuBen (Shelby) Redmond, Jr. of Clermont, Levi (Ashley) Redmond of Port Allegany, and Maeson Redmond of Roulette.
Three sisters: Grayce, Abby & Bella Redmond of Roulette.
Paternal grandmother: Shirley Redmond of Roulette.
Maternal grandparents: Matt & Cheryl Windsor of Turtlepoint.
And many Aunts, Uncles and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Fred Redmond and uncle Lew Windsor.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 23 at 11AM from the Sartwell Creek Union Church, Sartwell Creek Road, with the Rev. Allen Long, pastor, officiating.
Revelation 21:4 He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to Sartwell Creek Union Church. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral
James F. Lee, Jr., 46, of Congress Street, Bradford, passed away Friday, August 15, 2025, at his residence.
Jim was born in Bradford, on December 18, 1978, he was the only son of James F. Lee, Sr., of Bradford and the late Sheila Diane (Reed) Lee, who preceded him in death on July 6, 2014.
Jim attended Bradford High School.
He enjoyed watching TV, movies, WWE, playing video games, and collecting wrestling memorabilia.
Janet L. Detweiler, 90, formerly of Fernwood Drive, Bradford, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born November 23, 1934, in Perkasie PA, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Louise (Reese) Haring. She was a 1954 graduate of Sell-Perk High School and later graduated from Lansdale Business School in 1954.
While in high school, Janet worked for two summers at the Atlantic City Boardwalk. After she graduated from business school she worked as a secretary at G.H. Brown Automotive in Perkasie.
On September 18, 1954, in Perkasie, PA, she married the late Ralph F. Detweiler who preceded her in death on April 12, 2022.
