Sandy J. Heck, age 87, of Tioga, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Guthrie Corning Hospital in Corning, NY.
She was born on November 2, 1938, the daughter of Major William Grandin and Beverly (Palmeter) Neidlinger. Sandy was married to the late James R. Heck who passed away on June 24, 2001. She was a study hall monitor at Williamson High School and a telephone operator in Potter County in the 50s.
Sandy was a member of the Eastern Star in Knoxville, PA and the Potter County Anglers Club. She loved her grandchildren and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with her special friends, Norma Walters, Kay Hoag, and Pat Wilcox.
Sandy is survived by her daughter, Julie Preston of Lawrenceville, PA; four sons, Michael (Patricia) Heck of Camden, TN, David (Tina) Heck of Tioga, PA, Brian (Melissa) Heck of Tioga, PA, and George (Teresa) Heck of Tioga, PA; fifteen grandchildren; thirty-four great grandchildren; a sister, Reba Pierce of Alleghany, NY; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and two brothers-in-law, Gene (Sharon) Heck of Knoxville, PA and Pete (Nancy) Heck of Knoxville, PA; and a sister-in-law, Sue Heck of Lawrenceville, PA.
She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; stepfather, Floyd Neidlinger; a son-in-law, Keith Preston; a brother, Bill Grandin; and two sisters, Joy Pekarski and Charlene Meacham.
Friends and family are invited to call on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 from 5pm to 7pm and Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 12pm to 1pm at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 1pm with Pastor Harry Dow officiating. Burial will take place in Farmington Hill Cemetery in Tioga, PA. Memorial contributions can be made to Potter County Anglers Club Inc., 4472 State Route 872 Coudersport, PA16915. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com
Dorothy C. OUTMAN, 81, of Westfield, PA, died Sunday, April 19, 2026 in UPMC Wellsboro.
Born February 10, 1945, in Brookfield, she was the daughter of Merrill Howard and Louise Ella Knight Burdick. In 1983, in Westfield, she married Russell Gene Outman, who predeceased her on February 27, 2026.
She was employed by Long Horn Restaurant, Burdick’s Pizza, Seal’s Lumber Co., Home Comfort Restaurant, and Westfield Tanning Company. Dorothy was active in bowling leagues for many years. She and Russell enjoyed going to yard sales.
Surviving are: two daughters, Darcy (Tracy) Atwell of Westfield and Darlene (Gene) Mead of Knoxville; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandsons; three brothers, Kelly (Mitzi) Burdick of Sabinsville, Kent (Tammy) Burdick of Knoxville, and Kevin (Gina) Burdick of Westfield; nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by a brother, M. Duane Burdick.
The family will remember Dorothy privately. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Carolyn M. Setzer, age 88 of Elkland, PA passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at Broad Acres in Wellsboro, PA. She was born on May 7, 1937 and was a daughter to the late Harold and Mayjol (Snay) Monroe. Carolyn came from a rather large family; she was one out of 14 children.
She worked as a home health aide in the surrounding areas, helping many who needed it the most. In her younger years she enjoyed playing guitar and singing any chance she had.
Her legacy continues on through her children; Diania Kibbe of Elkland, PA, Clifford Jr. (Michele) Setzer of Lawrenceville, PA, Gregory Setzer (Jennifer) of Elmira, NY, and Starla (Lee) Colvin of Westfield, PA; as well as several grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins; and her siblings, Cynthia Swimelar, Alan Monroe both of Westfield, PA, and Crystal Thorne of Wellsboro, PA.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers, and 6 sisters. Family and friends are called to Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St Elkland, PA 16920 on Tuesday, April 21st from 12:00 – 2:00 pm. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 2:00 pm with Reverend Vane Gunn officiating. She will then be laid to rest at Powers Cemetery in Lawrenceville, PA. Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Inc.
Nancy I. Campbell, a loving mother and grandmother, 91, of East Warren Road, Custer City, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026, surrounded by her family, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born March 23, 1935, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late George W. and Ethel I. (Phillips) McCord. She was a 1953 graduate of Bradford High School.
Nancy was employed for 23 years at Zippo Manufacturing Company. She retired in 1998 from the Buffing Department.
Nancy was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Monday Night Women’s Bowling League. She was a volunteer at the Friendship Table and the Bradford Hospital Auxiliary.
She enjoyed doing puzzles, playing cards with her “Lady Friends”, going to the Casino, and listening to Willie’s Roadhouse. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandkids.
Milton I. BEACKER, 95, of Gaines, PA, died Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. Born December 4, 1930, in Carter Camp, he was the son of Carl and M. Margaret Gerner Beacker.
A 1950 graduate of Galeton High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1952 – 1954. On March 23, 1962, in Germania, he married Ethel C. Davis, who predeceased him on December 5, 2019. Milton and his wife owned and operated the family farm in Germania and the Waldheim in Germania for many years.
He was employed as a heavy equipment operator by PennDOT for 38 years. Milton was a member of Raymond Richar VFW Post #6611 in Galeton, Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 in Ulysses, and Loyal Order of Moose #826 in Galeton.
COUDERSPORT, PA—-Mary H. McCaigue, 94. a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Born on Tuesday, March 1, 1932 in Borie, she was a daughter of Clayton E. and Wanda A. “Van” Petrosewitz Reed. On May 5, 1951 in St. Eulalia Catholic Church, Coudersport, she married Richard T. “Dick” McCaigue, who passed away on May 1, 2009.
Mary first attended a one room schoolhouse and later graduated from Coudersport High School, Class of 1950. When she was a senior, Mary was voted Miss Coudersport, traveling to Wellsboro to participate in the Laurel Festival. She also competed for the title of Miss Pennsylvania, where she met 63 other girls from counties throughout Pennsylvania.
After high school, Mary was employed by Bell Telephone in Coudersport for five years. In 1954, Dick along with Mary started their own beer distributorship, R. T. McCaigue Beer Distributor, owning and operating it for thirteen years. They later sold and distributed Charles Chips for two years. Lastly they were Amway distributors. Dick was then elected Treasurer of Potter County in 1967, assuming the office in January of 1968. Mary served as Deputy Treasurer the entire time he was Treasurer, from 1968 until retiring in 2000.
Jason M. Conner Sr., 42, of Cyclone, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026, at his residence.
Born February 23, 1984, in Bradford, he is the son of Clifford M. Conner, Jr., and Jan (Blaisdell) Marcellin who survive. He attended Smethport High School.
Jason was a self-employed mechanic for Conner’s Auto Parts in Cyclone.
He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, hunting, camping, and being with family.
Surviving in addition to his parents, Cliff (Jeanie) Conner and Jan (Rod) Marcellin, is one daughter, Jasmine Conner, two sons Jason “Bubby” Conner, Jr. and Hunter Conner, Jason’s significant other, Heather King, one stepbrother, Eric Durig, three stepsisters, Jackie Szymoniak, Samantha Moschell and Kristen Yeatman, one granddaughter to arrive on August 28, 2026, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Private funeral and committal services will be held in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., with Tom Laposa, Head Deacon of the Alliance Church of Bradford, officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the McKean County SPCA, PO Box 113, Bradford PA 16701, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Thomas C. Rose, 80, of Bradford, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at UPMC Hamot, Erie.
He was born on April 3, 1945, in Bradford; a son of the late John “Jack” and Agnes Kearns Rose.
He was a 1965 graduate of the Smethport Area High School.
On December 14, 1968, in the Evans Memorial Methodist Church, Lewis Run, he married Sheila J. Newton, who preceded him in death on February 25, 2013.
He was a United States Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War from 1965 until his honorable discharge in 1967.
He volunteered with the Derrick City Volunteer Fire Department and the former Bradford Special Police / CSI. He was also a member of the former Jack & Jill Square Dance Club.
He was employed by the Bradford Sanitary Authority from 1986 until his retirement in 2007. Prior to working for the Sanitary Authority, he worked for W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery for 13 years, and after retirement, he worked as a carrier for the Bradford Era.
He is survived by two sons, Donald (Martha) Rose and John (Christine) Rose all of Bradford; one daughter, Amanda Rose of Bradford; three grandchildren, Katherine Rose, Zackary Workman and Abagayle Workman; two step-grandsons, Nathaniel Kline and Allen Kline; one step-great grandson, Dean Kline and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and Wife he was also preceded in death by his step-mother, Elaine Stewart Rose and several siblings and step-siblings.
A memorial service will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the Emanuel Lutheran Church with the Rev. John Kearns officiating.
Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park, Lafayette.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
COUDERSPORT, PA—-Mary H. McCaigue, 94. a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Mary, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Ormond Beach, FL – Mary Jane Piece, 88, of Ormond Beach, FL, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Gardens Health and Rehab Center, Daytona Beach, FL with her loving daughter by her side.
Born on Tuesday, July 27, 1937 in La Jose, PA, she was the daughter of Elmer Clair Hutton and Anna Mae Barbara Bacasa. On May 28, 1956, in Frederick, MD, she married John “Jack” Robert Pierce.
A lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA Mary was a homemaker until starting work at Adelphia Communications, and later providing in-home care for local residents until her retirement. She moved to Florida in 2018 to enjoy the weather and to be with her family. She loved to spend her time baking, doing puzzles, watching westerns on TV and keeping in touch with her loved ones and friends.
Donald A. Colebert, 89, of Duke Center, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at his home.
He was born on November 27, 1936 in Olean, NY; a son of the late Harry and Mary Kerr Colebert.
He was a 1955 graduate of the former Otto High School.
On May 17, 1958 in St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, Eldred, he married Barbara J. Snyder who survives.
He was a United States Air Force veteran who served from 1957 until his honorable discharge in 1961.
He was a member of St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, Otto Township Lion’s Club, Life member of the Otto Township Volunteer Fire Department where he was a former ambulance Captain, Life member of the Moose Club and a member of the American Legion. He loved going camping in the summer at the Onoville Marina and the All Adventures Campground, Friendship, NY with his wife.
He was employed by IBEW Local 5 for 13 years prior to working for Dresser-Rand, Olean, NY until his retirement in 1999.
Dr. Stephen “Steve” Lawrence GUYNUP, 58, of Wellsville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on January 18, 2026 at his home. Born on August 7, 1967 to Barbara “Barb” Ann Guynup (née Grimes) and Carl Clarence Guynup of Haddon Heights, New Jersey, Steve was the family’s youngest child. He is survived by siblings Amy, Anne, Peter, and Polly.
Throughout his New Jersey upbringing, Steve often spent summers in the Wellsville house, then owned by his grandparents and surrounded by dairy farms. He would, however, return – years later – to care for his aging, widowed mother. The whole family valued this act of love and dedication, as it enabled Barb to live out her remaining years in the town where she was raised.
Steve’s choices in life – educational, professional, and personal – reflected his singular, fundamentally creative view of the world.
Never bound by rigid thinking, one popular family story recalls when he, as a small child, attempted to construct a full-scale hang glider inside the basement. Following graduation from Haddon Heights High School, Steve obtained a Bachelor of Science in fine and applied arts (Rochester Institute of Technology), a Master of Science in information design and technology (Georgia Institute of Technology), and a doctorate in design and communications (University of Baltimore).
Early in his studies, Steve grew captivated by the nascent field of virtual reality (VR) modeling. VR provided him with an experimental, world-building medium through which he could technologically innovate and tell stories. He frequently based projects on poetry, including the works of William Blake, remarking once that “poems have always been great tools for breaking apart and understanding reality, and virtual reality is no different.”
Steve became an award-winning VR designer, having contributed significantly to the immersive art movement. And, as a published academic and committed educator, he fostered subsequent generations of VR developers – who are now a key part of his legacy.
Steve’s brother and sisters extend their heartfelt gratitude to all who embraced Steve – including the Wellsville community that welcomed him, particularly those at the Wellsville Creative Arts Center and the David A. Howe Public Library.
There will be a family memorial service this spring at Grimes District Cemetery in Port Allegany, PA.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust & Embser Funeral Homes & Cremation, 34 West State Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Troy E. SIMMONS, 54, of Westfield, PA, died Monday, April 6, 2026 in Guthrie Corning Hospital, Corning, NY. Born March 2, 1972, in Wellsboro, he was the son of Robert J. and Barbara K. Lee Simmons. A 1991 graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, he was employed by Westfield Tanning Company, Dresser-Rand, and Cowanesque Recycling.
His daughter and grandchildren were his pride and joy. He cherished time with family and friends. Troy loved riding motorcycle and being in a garage working on vehicles and projects.
Surviving are: his mother, Barbara Simmons of Westfield; a daughter, Haylee (Dakota) Gigee of Knoxville; five grandchildren, Ariah Gigee, Amree Gigee, Adeline Gigee, Alayna Gigee, and Alice Gigee; his significant other, Crystal Wadsworth of Woodhull, NY; four siblings, Trisha (Linda Stephens) Stratton of Granbury, TX, Tracy (Marcelle) Simmons of Fairfield, Tina (John) Huse of Winchester, VA, and Tara (Charles) Kibbe of Harrison Valley; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his father; and a son, Kolby Geffers. A gathering to celebrate Troy’s life will be held on a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Frances K. Stilson “beloved mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law”
SHARON CENTER, PA—Frances K. “Fran” Stilson, 84, of Sharon Center, passed away unexpectedly after suffering an apparent heart attack on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born on Sunday, June 8, 1941 in Chrystal, she was a daughter of Linwood Earl and Margaret Dunshie Hyde. On July 22, 1961 in Chrystal, she married John M. Stilson, who passed away on April 27, 2016.
Fran was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, Class of 1959, in Shinglehouse. Early in her working career, Fran was employed by the former Pan American World Airways in Long Island City, NY, as a reservationist, booking passengers on various overseas flights. She spent the majority of her career as a legal secretary/office manager. She had formerly served as a secretary for the Sharon Township supervisors.
Fran was a member of the Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle Church. Her greatest loves were her family and church.
Left to cherish her memory are three children, Tammy A. (Mark) Perkins of Wilmington, PA, Chris P. (Connie) Stilson of Bolivar, NY, and Phil E. (Lisa) Stilson of Millport; six grandchildren, Dalacy Perkins, Jeremy Perkins, Andrew Perkins, Kristen Stilson, Trevor Stilson, and Lexie Stilson; eight great-grandchildren, Lillian Kreider, Alex Kreider, Aiden Hudson, Paxton Perkins, Kunal Perkins, Taeson Stilson, Kayden Stilson, and Roeshen Perkins; a brother, Donald (Patricia) Hyde of Eleven Mile; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Fran was predeceased by a daughter-in-law, Dawn Stilson; a great-grandson, Taydan Stilson; three sisters, Barbara Van Pelt, Virginia Sturdevant, and Patricia Todd; and a brother, Douglas Hyde.
Family and friends may gather from 9am to 11am on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle Church, 420 Rt 6 W, Coudersport, where funeral services will follow at 11am with Pastor John Minor, officiating. Private burial services will be held in the Chrystal Cemetery, Eleven Mile, with Pastor Fred Kemp, of Potter County Baptist Church, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Fran’s name may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Fran’s family entrusted her 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 Fran, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page
Port Allegany – A Celebration of Life for Virginia “Ginger” Andreano, 82, of Port Allegany, who passed away on Monday (January 12, 2026), will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday April 11, 2026, at the Port Allegany Alliance Church, 414 E. Mill St, Port Allegany, with the Rev. Michael Culver, officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Port Allegany – A Celebration of Life for Jo Ann Boller, 94, of Greenville, formerly of Port Allegany, who passed away Tuesday (January 6, 2026), will be held in St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church. 116 Arnold Ave., Port Allegany, PA on Saturday, April 11th with visitation from 10:00AM – 11:00AM with services starting at 11:00AM
Memorials, if desired, may be made to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church or the S.W. Smith Library, both of Port Allegany. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Lois June McGuire, 98, of Bradford, formerly of Corwin Lane, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on March 31, 2026, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
June was born June 4, 1927, in Bradford, a daughter of Charles and Bernice (Spangler) Confer.
She graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1946.
On June 23, 1951, in Bradford, she married John “Jack” McGuire. They built a beautiful family of three children who will keep her legacy alive.
June worked various places throughout her career. She worked at the Dairybar on South Kendall Avenue, where she met the love of her life. June and Jack went on to own a small convenience store on South Kendall Avenue. She loved shopping and beautiful clothes, which led her to get a job at Tate’s clothing store on Main Street, and later at The Carousel clothing store. June also worked in the business office of the Bradford Regional Medical Center and in the cafeteria at Fretz Middle School.
She was a founding member of Sawyer Evangelical Church. She was proud to serve in various areas including teaching Sunday School and was a loyal prayer warrior. June loved sending cards to her church family and those in need of a smile. She enjoyed bowling in different leagues with her husband and family. June also loved tending to her flower beds around her home.
June was a devoted mother, grandmother and friend. She loved fiercely and would do anything for the people she loved. She enjoyed any time she was able to spend with family. Nobody put a smile on her face quite like her grandchildren could. June was incredibly proud of her children and grandchildren’s accomplishments and bragged of them any chance she got. From trips to Erie to spend Christmas Eve putting together toys for her grandchildren to find under the Christmas tree the next morning or going to any garage sale she could find with her daughter and granddaughter, June was always up for an adventure and brought enjoyment and smiles to any room she walked into.
Christmas was June’s favorite holiday, and you wouldn’t have to walk far into her home to know that about her. Her love of collectable Santas and Christmas mugs will be passed down to her family to cherish for years to come.
Most of all, June loved the Lord. That love overflowed into every aspect of her life and made any time spent with her such a treasured memory. Her life was full of testaments of God’s grace, faithfulness, and love right up until she took her last breath and entered into eternity with Him. While her family will spend the rest of their lives missing her, June is celebrating her homecoming seeing her loved ones she has so greatly missed and seeing her Savior face to face. Her family finds peace and comfort in knowing she is whole and healthy once again.
Remaining to cherish June’s memory are her children, Jack McGuire of Bradford, Tom (Eileen) McGuire of Erie, and Patti (John) Droney of Bradford; grandchildren, Amy Learn, John (Megan) McGuire, Ali (Alex) Nadolsky, Kristen McGuire and Mandi Droney; great-grandchildren, Emma Learn, Kennedy and Emery McGuire, Jack and Madison Nadolsky; sister-in-law Anna Confer; and several nieces and nephews.
Welcoming June home in heaven are her husband, John “Jack” McGuire, her parents Charles and Bernice Confer, siblings Floyd (Carolyn) Confer, Bill (Shirley) Confer, Marion Confer, and Nellie Confer.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street and again on Thursday, from 9:30 to 10:30 am in the Sawyer Evangelical Church, where at 10:30 am funeral services will be held with Pastor Homer Williams, officiating. A luncheon will follow the service. Interment will be in Saint Bonaventure Cemetery in Allegany, NY.
Janet S. Goebl, 79, of N. Nookside Lane, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her residence surrounded by family.
Born on December 21, 1946, in Cadillac, MI, a daughter of the late Joe and Fran (Cleary) Breidenstein.
She was a 1965 graduate from Cadillac High School. She then attended Ferris State Junior College.
On June 21, 1969, in Cadillac, MI, Janet married Mark Goebl, who survives.
She was employed at Futures as a Personal Aide. She was a member of St. Bernard Church, the Catholic Woman Club, the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, for over 35 years and the Welcome Wagon.
Janet loved to spend time and buy gifts and clothes for her grandchildren. She also loved to spend time with her dogs, and to bake, especially when it came to making her legendary Christmas cookies. Janet cherished her Irish heritage, and she loved to travel. She visited Ireland, China, Italy, and Mexico. Janet also enjoyed sailing, kayaking, and their antique car collection.
Surviving in addition to her husband Mark of 57 years, is one daughter, Elizabeth ‘Libby’ (Ken) Thelen, of Mechanicsburg; three sons: Michael (Kay) Goebl, of Akron, OH, Patrick (KC) Goebl, of Mars, Timothy (Michelle) Goebl, of Scarborough, ME; eight grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by one sister, Sally Kimball; three brothers: Terry Breidenstein, Patrick Breidenstein, Thomas Breidenstein; and one grandson, Joshua Holly.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., 33 South Avenue, from 3 pm to 5 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 10, 2026, at St. Bernard Church, at 10 am, with Rev. John Jacquel as celebrant.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids with Cancer PO Box 1299, Bradford, PA, 16701, or to charity of the donor’s choice.
Dayle Kevin Newton, 69, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Bradford Manor.
Kevin was born in Izmia, Turkey on December 8, 1956, he was a son of the late Dayle and Jean (Haven) Newton.
On July 15, 2000, in Rew, he married Pamela A. (Warren) Newton, who survives.
He was a 1974 graduate of Bradford High School, and a graduate of Clarion State College and Lycoming University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
Kevin worked at Prudential Insurance Company after graduating.
On February 2, 1988, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was wounded in Iraq. While in the service he was a Linguist. He was honorably discharged on May 1, 1992.
After his discharge he began working at the United States Post Office as the Postmaster in the Bradford Office. He was a member of the American Legion Post 108 of Bradford and the Veterans of Foreign War Post 212 of Bradford.
Kevin attended the Evans Memorial United Methodist Church in Lewis Run, the American Legion Post 108, and the Veterans of Foreign War Post 212 of Bradford.
Surviving in addition to his wife Pam who he has been with for over 30 years,are two step sons, Ryan Neilly, of Bradford, and Daniel Neilly, of Winter Park FL, one granddaughter, Ayla Neilly, two sisters, Karen Pennington, of Bradford, and Cheryl (Trever) Wingard, of Pittsburgh, one brother, Steve (Patty) Newton, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Mary Denise.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday April 8, 2026, from 4 pm to 6 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave. in Bradford, at 6 pm funeral services will be held with with Rev. Steven Beattie, Pastor of the United Pentecostal Church of Olean NY, officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids and Cancer PO Box 1299 Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Patricia J. Johnson, 94, formerly of Houston Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born on September 1, 1931, a daughter of the late Vern Van Order, Sr., and Ruth Senior Van Order.
On March 31, 1951, she married the late Neil Johnson, who preceded her in death on July 7, 2021. Together they were blessed with more than 70 years of marriage.
Pat was a graduate of Wilcox High School, class of 1949. She was a longtime and faithful member of the St. Marys Methodist Church, where her presence was felt in countless meaningful ways. Whether she was singing in the choir, heading up the Women’s Bible Circle, or cooking delicious foods for the bereavement luncheons, Pat was well known and her hands were always ready to serve others. Beyond her church, she found joy in life’s simple pleasures, such as camping or sitting around the table for a lively game of cards. Her greatest joy, however, was her family. She treasured every moment spent together, creating memories filled with laughter and love. In a quiet moment, she loved to watch the cardinals, finding peace and beauty in their gentle presence. Though she was a quiet woman, her life was marked by service, warmth, and unwavering faith-a legacy that will live on in all who knew her.
Pat is survived by five children; Gail (Ralph) Palmer of Mechanicsburg, Marjorie (David) Fitzgerald of Kersey, Jeffery (Linda) Johnson of St. Marys, Rebecca (Scott) Wickett of Ridgway, and Andrew (Sharon) Johnson of DuBois; and by her ten loved grandchildren; Shawn Washinger, Abbye Palmer-Pugnetti, Gregory Fitzgerald, Amy Young, Trisha Fisk, Matthew Johnson, Amanda Benini, Logan Wickett, Ryan Johnson, Nathan Johnson and by four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister; Carol Miller of Jersey Shore, as well as by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Patricia was preceded in death by a grandson; Hunter Wickett, by one brother; Vern Van Order, Jr., and one sister; Phyllis Gausman.
Funeral Services for Patricia J. Johnson will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the St. Marys Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Zilhaver officiating.
Burial will follow in the Parklawn Memorial Gardens in Ridgway.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Marys Methodist Church.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com
Leon L. DUNHAM, 90, of Westfield, PA, died Monday, March 30, 2026 in the Green Home, Wellsboro. Born August 10, 1935, in Westfield, he was the son of LeRoy F. and Rose R. Cary Dunham.
Leon was employed by Eberle Tannery in Westfield for 49 years.
Surviving are: two children, Terry (Paula) Dunham and Tanya (Dave) Nudd, both of Westfield; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; a sister, Shirley D. (Bill) Davis of Ellisburg; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Marlene E. Lampman Dunham; his second wife, Bonita “Bonnie” Houghtaling Seeley Dunham; and a son, Mitchell Lee Dunham.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 4:00 PM. Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.
Memorials may be made to Crary Hose Co., 429 E. Main Street, Westfield, PA 16950. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Ruth K. COVERT, 86, of Smethport, PA, died Saturday, March 28, 2026 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born May 27, 1939, in Smethport, she was the daughter of Robert N. and Bertha M. Carey Barr. On January 15, 1957, in Coudersport, she married Alan Arthur Covert, who predeceased her on December 20, 2005.
Ruth was devoted Christian and attended the Hilltop Baptist Church as well as the Old Swedish Mission in Smethport. Ruth was a 45-year board/life member of the McKean Co Fair Association, board/life member of the McKean Co Historical Society where her research was invaluable for many families searching for their family roots in McKean County as well as supporting research for several books including, “All for the Union.”
She was also a gifted writer, penning multiple historical articles and narratives. Ruth was a board/life member of Fairmount Cemetery Association and also a board member for many years of the Smethport Food Bank, Order of the Eastern Star, Phoenix Chapter #15, and the Smethport Area Piecemakers’ Quilters Guild. Her family will miss her terribly but rejoice that she now sits in God’s Light.
Surviving are: a son, Douglas (Diana) Covert of Farmers Valley; a daughter, Lisa (Dave) Haight of Bradford; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by two daughters, Kimberly C. Baker and infant daughter, Karie L. Covert; two brothers, Charles R. Barr and James F. Barr; and two sisters, Edna R. Windsor and Florence B. Carter.
A private graveside service will be in Fairmount Cemetery, Farmers Valley. Memorials may be made to Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities, 269 Nickler Road Emporium, PA 15834 or online at www.ccoya.org or to Mt. Jewett Memorial Library, 7 E. Main St., P.O. Box Y, Mt. Jewett, PA 16740.
CERES. PA—-Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life for Linea M. Taylor, 81, of Ceres, at 11am on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the First Baptist Church, 120 W. Academy Street, Shinglehouse. Pastor Clint Pearsall will officiate.
Linea passed away on February 3, 2026.
Linea’s family entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, Funeral Director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
