Dolores A. Richmond, of Lake Wales, FL, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Helen M. Sawyer Assisted Living Facility in Lake Miramar, FL. She was born on March 30, 1942, in Andover, NY, the daughter of the late Glenn and Lilian (Grossman) Halsey. On September 17, 1994, in Andover, she married William “Bill” Richmond, who predeceased her on October 13, 2024.
Dolores was raised in Andover, graduating from Andover High School in 1960. She soon found her career with Allegany County, starting as an Index Clerk and working her way to Treasurer, retiring after 40 years of service. Outside of her employment she was a member of the Allegany County Cancer Services, enjoyed travelling, golfing (having had three country club memberships at one point and golfing daily), drama and musical plays, loved to work in her flower garden, and dogs.
With broken hearts, we share the passing of Jesse Ryan Alexander, who tragically left us far too soon on April 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
Jesse was just 16 years old, a bright, respectful, and funny young man who brought joy to everyone he met. He was the light of his parents’ lives and a true friend to many. He loved riding ATVs and dirt bikes, fishing, and camping, always making memories with those he loved. Though his time here was short, his life was filled with happiness and connection.
In his final act of kindness, Jesse gave the gift of life to others through organ donation, saving lives and leaving a legacy of compassion and selflessness.
Surviving are his loving parents, Jon and Linda Alexander, and his biological mother, Jamie Ransom. Jesse will be deeply missed by his siblings: Jared (Des Luce) Alexander, Jaden (Vera Reid) Alexander, Brittany (Steven Miller) Skillman, Jasmine (T.J. Troutt) Combs, and Katelyn (Tyler Epperson) Combs.
He is survived by grandparents: Carl (Kriss) Edwards, Barb Remington, Joan Ransom and by many aunts and uncles who loved him dearly: Todd (Crystal) Alexander, Steve (Vicki) Alexander, Bill (Amy) Patterson, Jeff (Beth Brown) Patterson, Mike (Christine) Patterson, Ron (Robin Swanson) Patterson, Timothy (Rosanne) Patterson, Bob (Amber Smith) Patterson, Jason Ransom, Mary (Jim) Deboy, Martha (Jeff) Barnes, and Mary (Rusty Moore) Patterson.
Jesse is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John F. and Norma Jean Alexander, and maternal grandfather Jon Ransom.
The world feels a little smaller without Jesse in it, but his spirit will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved him.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Bradford Township Volunteer Fire Department on Interstate Parkway.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Bradford High School Auto Shop Program.
JoAnn I. Rooker, 93, of 1072 Million Dollar Highway, St. Marys, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Edna L. PAISLEY, 91, of Genesee, PA, formerly of Landenberg, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 in her home surrounded by her family.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, April 28, 2025 in Raymond Cemetery, Genesee, PA.
A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Ervin L. Elias Sr., 79, of Wellsville, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Hart Comfort House. He was born on July 18, 1945, the son of the late Oscar and Pearl (Ruby) Elias. On September 23, 2016, in Wellsville, he married Joann L. Hartman, who survives.
Erv was raised in Genesee, PA and attended Genesee High School. He entered the workforce early, and was employed by Cooper Slides of Genesee. Following his brother to the west coast, he worked in California and transferred to Seattle. After his retirement, he returned to Western New York. Outside of his employment he was member of the Hallsport Christian Church. He enjoyed collecting clocks.
Joseph M. Hollister, 74, of South Main Street, Bolivar, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025 after a short illness. Born on August 15, 1950, in Olean, he was the son of Merle and Hilda Jerman Hollister.
Joe was a graduate of Bolivar Central School, Class of 1968. In 1972, he graduated from St. Bonaventure University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He worked as an accountant for CE Air Preheater (now Ljungström) in Wellsville for 43 years and six months, retiring in 2016.
Kathy A. (White) Greene, age 66, of Mansfield, PA, died on Sunday, April 20, 2025.
She was born on April 7, 1959 in Wellsboro, PA a daughter of the late Fred S. White and Iva D. (Hunter) White and was married to the late Doug Greene. Kathy was employed for 38 years at Truck-Lite, Wellsboro, PA and enjoyed playing the lottery, going to casinos and farmer’s markets.
Melanie Ann Ewing, 60, of Warren, PA., died with her family at her bedside, on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, after a brief illness. Melanie was born June 25, 1964, in Rockville, MD. She is the daughter of Virgil Boughton and Mitzie Flasher Anthony.
Melanie was a lifelong Warren area resident. She was a 1982 graduate of Warren Area High School. She was employed for 40 years, with Warren General Hospital in the Environmental Services Dept., as a supervisor. Melanie was a member of First Lutheran Church. She loved and was very passionate about being a grandmother. She enjoyed traveling and bowling.
Janet A. WHITE, 75, of Riverside Drive, Wellsville, NY died Friday, April 18, 2025, surrounded by her family in her home. Born December 23, 1949, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Arthur and Daisey Barlow Nye. In 1967, in Andover, she married Edward R. White, who survives.
A graduate of Andover Central School, she entered the workforce as a bus driver for Andover Central School before finding her career at Jones Memorial Hospital in the Dietary department, retiring after 28 years.
Philip E. Taylor, 75, of Sara Road, St. Marys, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Penn Highlands DuBois, with his loving wife by his side following a brief illness.
He was born on July 31, 1949, a son of the late Howard and Betty June Kohlepp Taylor.
He was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, class of 1967. He was a member of Queen of the World Church.
He married Barbara DeGroat on August 11, 1973, at St. Leo’s Church in Ridgway, who survives. They were blessed with over 51 years of marriage.
Austin Tyler Campbell, 30, of N, Warren, PA., died peacefully Saturday, April 19, 2025, at his residence, of natural causes. He was born in Woodbridge, VA. He was the son of Lonnie DelMedico and Jennifer M. Campbell. Austin was a longtime resident of Warren, PA., where he was a self-employed mechanic. He was an avid motorcyclist and cook. He loved working on cars; his family and friends were the center of his life. Austin is remembered as a very generous person, who would help anyone he could. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his son.
Francis W. “Babe” Gee, Jr., 93, of Bradford, passed away with his family by his side, Sunday, April 20, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born August 20, 1931, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Francis W. Gee Sr. and Grace (Bartoo) Gee. He was a 1949 graduate of Bradford High School.
On September 12, 1953, in Bradford, he married Christie L. (Ekas) Gee who preceded him in death on June 11, 2006.
Babe worked at the Box Factory in Bradford and Thornton Company in Marshburg, and for Foster Township for several years. He and Christie moved to Wellsville in 1974, there he worked for Bo-Gee Assembly as a Tool and Die Maker until his retirement in 1995.
Austin Tyler Campbell, 30, of N. Warren, PA., died peacefully of natural causes, on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at his residence. Family and friends will be received on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East St., Warren, PA.
A complete obituary will be published in Wednesday edition of the Warren Times Observer.
Twila M. Alden, 99, of Emporium, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on the morning of Monday, April 21, 2025, at Guy & Mary Felt Manor in Emporium. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and community servant, Twila lived a life rich with faith, dedication, and quiet strength.
Born on November 4, 1925, in Smethport, PA, she was the daughter of the late E. Montgomery and Susan Lazorchak Ludwig. Twila graduated from Austin High School in 1944 and later married Fred Alden, on October 24, 1949, in the First Baptist Church. They shared a deep bond for many years together before his passing.
Charles E. Weimar, 92, formerly of Wellsboro passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the Thornwald Home, Carlisle. He was born May 4, 1932, in Philadelphia, the son of the late William A. Eckert and Emma (Weimar) Eckert. He married C. Elsie May Weimar on October 2, 1954 and celebrated 42 years of marriage until her passing on May 29, 1997.
Jeanne M. (Schneider) White, of Coudersport, PA, born January 9, 1927, and passed away peacefully to her eternal life on April 15, 2025 at the age of 98. Jeanne joins her husband, John T.S. White, who predeceased her on January 20, 1996.
Gail H. Sheley, 74, of 107 Pope Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully after fighting a long hard battle with cancer with the utmost strength on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at her residence.
She was born July 16, 1950, in St. Marys, daughter of the late Walter W. and Josephine M. “Josie” Leithner Hanes. Gail was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1968 and spent a part of her life in Indiana and Florida before moving back to St. Marys.
James L. Sunderland, 76, of Turtlepoint, PA passed away unexpectedly though peacefully at his home on Monday, April 14, 2025.
He was born October 21, 1948 in Clearfield, PA and was the son of Merle and Florence (Woods) Sunderland. On June 15, 1974 he married Joyce R. Chittester, who survives.
Jim was a 1966 graduate of Clearfield High School and graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Forestry. He was employed as a Forester by the DCNR in Coudersport, and later in Emporium until his retirement in 2006.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving from July 3, 1968 to July 2, 1972, during the Vietnam War.
David P. TUBBS, 76, of Westfield, PA, passed away on April 16, 2025 at Snyder Memorial Health Care Center, Marienville.
He was born February 16, 1949, the son of Derwood S. and Doris M. McKendrick Tubbs. On June 27, 1969, he married Joyce L. Cady, who predeceased him on July 9, 2011. He was a graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, Class of 1967, and went on to attend Breeden Welding School in Genesee.
Barbara G. HAMMOND, 92, of Westfield, PA, died Wednesday, April 16, 2025 in her home.
Born September 4, 1932, in Westfield, she was the daughter of Otto and Margaret Kilbourne Davis. She was a 1950 graduate of Westfield High School. On September 26, 1954, in Potter Brook, she married Wilfred Gordon Hammond, who predeceased her on February 9, 2017.
Barb was the self-proclaimed Mayor of Purple Brook, policing the neighborhood on her four-wheeler and welcoming new residents with area history. For many years, she transported friends and neighbors to appointments. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Westfield.
Berne Keith “Bernie” Dutcher, age 83, formerly of Morris, Pennsylvania, passed away Tuesday, April 15 at his home in Wellsboro.
Bernie was the son of the late William and Jennie (Campbell) Dutcher. Bernie was a graduate of Liberty High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he became a military police officer and paratrooper assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division. He deployed to the Dominican Republic in support of Operation Power Pack in 1965 for which he was awarded the Combat Infantryman’s Badge and Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal.
After the Army, Bernie became a journeyman electrician and member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. In 1967, he married his wife of more than 57 years, Ruth E. Dutcher.
Mary Kay Sarnoski, 80, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, with her loving family by her side.
She was born on July 18, 1944 in Blytheville, AR, a daughter of the late Eugene and Elva Fuller Hollobaugh.
On June 25, 1966, at St. Joseph’s Church in Force, she married Joseph Sarnoski, who survives. Together they were blessed more than 58 years of marriage.
Thomas E. Mitchell, Jr., 83, of 103 Thunder Road, St. Marys, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at Penn Highlands DuBois, after a brief illness.
He was born March 23, 1942, in St. Marys, son of the late Thomas E. and Margaret Young Mitchell, Sr. Tom was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys Public High School, Class of 1961.
In his younger years, he worked with his father at Mitchell Trucking and later worked for multiple local trucking companies. On May 1, 1982, in the Holy Rosary Church in Johnsonburg, Tom married Dorothy A. “Dot” Simchick, who survives. They were blessed to share more than 42 years of marriage.
Marie T. AMOS, 93, of Sunderlinville, PA, died Saturday, April 12, 2025 in the Green Home, Wellsboro. Born February 12, 1932, in Abington hospital, she was the daughter of Arthur and Marie Windus Chapman.
On August 5, 1950, in Cheltenham, she married Merrald Sage “Bud” Amos, Jr., who predeceased her on August 12, 2011. In 2000, she and her husband retired to their mountain home in Potter County, which they had owned since 1965. Marie previously resided in Fox Chase, Cheltenham, Holland, and Buckingham.
Smethport – Linda C. Huntington, 74, of East Smethport, passed away Monday (April 14, 2025) at Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
She was born June 3, 1950 in Kane, PA, the daughter of Wesley and Katharine (Abbey) Eckstrom. On August 7, 1982, in Smethport, PA, she married Gary C. Huntington, who died November 7, 1999.
