Richard H. Truax, Jr., of 9084 Beebe Hill Road, Cuba, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at home, surrounded by his family, after a lengthy illness.
Born on August 21, 1931, in Genesee, Pennsylvania, he was a son of Richard H. and Laura M. (Spencer) Truax, Sr. On November 30, 1951, in Franklin, Kentucky, he married the former Ruby E. Gore who predeceased him on November 15, 2024, and they were married for 74 years.
Bonnie C. Kennedy: Grandmother and Sister
Bonnie C. Kennedy, 74, of 316 N. 10th Street, Olean, passed away Friday, July 4, 2025 at Wellsville Manor Care Center after a short illness.
Born on June 21, 1951, in Cuba, she was a daughter of Donald and Mabel Shaffer Kennedy.
Bonnie attended Cuba Central School, graduated with an associates degree from Jamestown Community College in 1980, and in 2007 graduated from Empire State College with her bachelor’s degree.
Kevin R. Gallagher, 69, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Born on February 27, 1956, in Bradford, he was a son of the late James P. and Marjorie (Swarm) Gallagher.
He was a 1974 graduate of Bradford Area High School and earned a Petroleum Engineering Degree from University of Pittsburgh at Bradford.
Howard R. Edgreen, 85, of Jamestown, NY, formerly of Port Allegany, PA, died Tuesday (July 8, 2025) at UPMC-Chautauqua, Jamestown, NY.
He was born September 19, 1939 in Port Allegany, the son of Bruce and Naomi Blanchard Edgreen. On June 25, 1960, in Port Allegany, PA, he married Georgia Ann Lilly, who died August 30, 2021. They were married 61 years.
Mr. Edgreen was a 1958 graduate of Port Allegany High School. He went to work out of high school for the Pierce Glass Company in Port Allegany and retired from work when it was under the Ball Foster ownership after 40 years of employment.
Karl L. Simonds, age 75, of Tioga, PA, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025. He was born on September 14, 1949 in Tioga, PA, a son of the late Oscar and Mildred (Cole) Simonds and was the husband of Cheri V. Wheatley.
He was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the US Marine Corps. Karl was retired from Commonwealth Telephone Company and enjoyed hunting, raising deer and fish, his 1956 Willy’s – Jeep and taking care of his home and yard.
Richard J. Gardner, Jr., 75, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025 at Penn Highlands Elk following a brief illness.
He was born on June 24, 1950 in Ridgway, a son of the late Richard J. “Sup” Gardner, Sr. and Loretta P. Luchs Gardner.
Richard was a lifelong resident of the area and graduate of Ridgway High School. He worked at Elcam for many years. In his earlier years, Richard was active in the Spark Club in St. Marys and loved going to the dances on Friday nights with the friends he met there.
Dennis Edwin Scheerer October 14, 1962 – June 30, 2025 Dennis Edwin Scheerer, born October 14, 1962, in Chula Vista, California, passed away on June 30, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him most.
He is survived by his mother, Susan Larson Scheerer, his stepfather Zeal “Sonny” Hinkle, his brother Daniel Scheerer (Michelle Janssen-Scheerer), step brother Beau Hinkle (Tiffany Hinkle).
He was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Scheerer, and his brother, Brad Scheerer. Dennis was a proud and loving father to Erin Rumsey, Stormie Scheerer, Blue Reisinger, and Daisy Scheerer.
Carla E. Miller, 80, of Coudersport, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at her home. She was born on November 16, 1944, in Summit Hill, the daughter of the late Carl and Helen (Heffelfinger) Breiner. She married William C. Miller on September 16, 1962, and celebrated 55 years of marriage until his passing on June 8, 2018.
Carla worked as a milk tester in Potter County for the Pennsylvania Dairy Herd Inspection Association, and she was an Avon Lady for 20+ years. She loved gardening, quilting, spending time with her family, and her dogs, Tiny and Snickers.
Carla is survived by a son, Will Miller of Coudersport; a daughter, Audrey Montgomery of Vallejo, CA; grandchildren: Travis (Melissa) Montgomery, Brittany Montgomery, Erin (Mat) Fryer, Dalton Miller, and Claudia Miller, great grandchildren: Thea, Felicity, Liam, Maverick, Charlie, Theodore, Kinsley, and Lakeyn-Duane. In addition to her husband and parents, Carla was preceded in death by 3 brothers, a sister, and a daughter-in-law, Bonnie Sue Miller.
Services for Carla will be announced at a later date. The family has entrusted her arrangements with the Thomas Fickinger Funeral Home 210 N. East Street Coudersport. To share a memory or condolence with her family visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Paul Russell Fero, 73, of Austin, PA, passed away July 3, 2025, at his residence. He was born June 8, 1952, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Paul W. and Mary (Defalca) Fero. Shortly before his birth, Paul’s father passed away. Paul’s mother remarried, and he was raised by her and his step-father Edward Losiewicz. After leaving school, Paul served his country in the US Army during Viet Nam.
Following his service in the Army, Paul worked as a laborer at many different jobs, but his most significant work was serving as a caregiver for his companion Robin Gordon. Paul was an avid Chevy enthusiast, he loved racing, especially NASCAR and drag racing, and even tried his hand at racing on a dirt track.
Judith “Judy” M. Shaffer, 86, of Tiona, PA, died early Friday July 4th, 2025, in the Rouse Home after a period of declining health.
She was born on January 29, 1939, in Mayburg, PA, Forest County, the daughter of the late G. Edward and Gertrude Wilson Miner. Judy was a graduate of Warren Area High School, Class of 1956. Judy was a longtime member of the Tiona Global Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir. Music was a big part of Judy’s life; she loved to sing.
Darlene M. Donohue “beloved mother, grandmother, and companion”
Darlene M. Donohue, 68, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Friendship, NY, was called to be with the Lord, unexpectedly in her home on Friday, July 4, 2025.
Born on Saturday, March 16, 1957 in Lackawanna, NY, she was a daughter of Gerald and Virginia Fuller Rauber. On March 22, 1975 in Lockport, NY, she married David E. Donohue, who passed away on January 2, 2009. She was the companion of Robert Wylie for many years.
George J. Pascarella, 86, of Bradford, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025 at the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
He was born on September 27, 1938 in Bradford, a son of the late Carmen and Elvira “Georgie” Alviti Pascarella.
He was a 1956 graduate of the former St. Bernard School.
On February 28, 1963 in the St. Bernard Catholic Church, he married Patricia Fox who survives.
Dana C. ERNST, 60, of Culpeper, VA, formerly of Port Allegany, PA, died Wednesday, May 14, 2025 in Culpeper Medical Center.
Born January 30, 1965, in Norristown, PA, she was the daughter of Fred Wilson and Claire Marie McBurney Ernst, Jr. On July 3, 2004, in Culpeper, she married James Sawyer, who survives. A graduate of Port Allegany High School, she earned a degree in agriculture from Penn State University. She was employed by USDA and Natural Resources Conservation Service. Dana was a member of Virginia Draft Horse and Mule Association and Virginia Forage and Grassland Council.
Surviving besides her husband, Jim, are: her mother, Claire Ernst of Port Allegany; two brothers, Fred (Ginger) Ernst, III of Port Allegany and David Clifford (Myra) Ernst of Littleport, Cambridgeshire, UK; nieces and nephews; and two step-children, Zachary Sawyer and Elleanor Sawyer.
She was predeceased by her father.
A gathering to celebrate Dana’s life will be held Saturday, July 5, 2025 from 1:00 – 6:00 PM at the Katie Ernst Whittle residence, 510 Coleman Mills Road, Port Allegany, PA 16743. The family is being assisted by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Robert F. Carnagie Jr., 75, of Bradford, passed away,Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born on February 3, 1950, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Robert F. and Dorothy M. (Smith) Carnegie, Sr.
He was a graduate of Bradford Area Schools
In September of 1986, in his mother-in-law’s home in Ormsny, he married Diana F. (Johnson) Carnegie who survives
Robert D. Spong, age 66, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
He was born on March 10, 1959 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Herman E. and Ellamae (Henry) Spong. Bob was formerly employed by Southworth’s Upholstery, Wellsboro, PA and enjoyed watching old TV shows and spending time with his companion: Vicky Anderson and her granddaughter Naomi.
Bob is survived by his companion and her granddaughter: Vicky Anderson and Naomi, sons: Robert J Spong of Wellsboro, PA, Jeffrey Spong of NC, brother: Lawrence (Juvy) Spong of San Diego, CA.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Sue Kay Kriner, 85, of Eldred, passed away Tuesday (July 1, 2025) at her home in Eldred.
She was born March 29, 1940 in Eldred, the daughter of Francis and Gladys (Stacy) Hopkins. On August 15, 1959 in Eldred, PA, she married Paul J. Kriner, who died October 28, 2018.
Sue embraced the role of a stay at home mother. She was the former treasurer of Lamphier Cemetery and was a past member of the Eldred Fire Department auxiliary.
Elwyn L. Taynton, age 84, of Wellsboro, PA, died on June 14, 2025.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:00 am at Hills Creek State Park, Sugarbush Pavilion # 2 with Steve Weeks officiating.
Military honors will follow the service.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. ww.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Sally Ann Drake, 83, wife of William E. Hopkins, resident of Bloxom, VA, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025. Sally was born in Rochester, NY, and grew up in Webster, NY. She was truly a sweet and caring person who did not have a mean bone in her body. She will be remembered by her family and friends as a lover of animals of all kinds. Horses and dogs were at the top of her list. She was an avid Buffalo Bills fan who loved golf and running. Sally had a long career at Xerox in Rochester, NY, before moving to Genesee, PA, to begin a second career in social services in Potter Co, PA.
Shinglehouse, PA- Geraldine B. Kemp Mansfield Roberts
Geraldine B. Roberts of East Academy Street passed away on March 13, 2025 at the Olean General Hospital.
Geraldine was born December 12, 1941 in Shinglehouse and was the daughter of Alfred F. and Ruby M. Hanson Kemp. She was formerly married to Donald A. Mansfield, Jr. and then formerly married to Samuel Roberts.
Anna V. Green: Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother
Anna V. Green, 93, of 4237 Rte. 305, Cuba, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025 at Olean General Hospital.
Born on May 23, 1932, in Black Creek, New York, she was a daughter of Henry B. and Ella Mae Wildrick VanFleet. On July 20, 1952, in Black Creek, she married Albert R. Green who predeceased her on February 10, 2016.
Randi Jo BRECKLEY, 27, of McKean, PA, died Monday, June 30, 2025 in her home surrounded by her family. Born July 22, 1997, in Erie, she was the daughter of Thomas A. and Karen Baumgarner Breckley.
Surviving are: her parents, Tommy and Karen Breckley of McKean; two sisters, Leah Breckley of Erie and Faith Breckley of McKean; great-uncle, Donald Breckley of McKean; great-uncle and great-aunt, Dennis and Marilyn Breckley of Clayton, NC; aunts, uncles, and many cousins.
Eric William SANDLE, 82, of Wellsville, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, June 28, 2025, after a courageous and gracefully-fought battle with lung cancer.
Friends may call at J.W. Embser Funeral Home, 34 West State Street, Wellsville, on Monday, July 7, 2025 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. Memorial Services will be held 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 in the funeral home. A reception will follow and all are welcome.
Rev. Monty Ader will officiate.
Memorials may be made to David A. Howe Library, Jones Memorial Hospital – Wilmot Cancer Center, or Whitesville Rod and Gun Club.
A complete obituary will be published.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.embserfuneralhome.com.
Our mom, Carol Lee Davis Ransom, died in her home on July 1, 2025 surrounded by us kids and our dad. Mom was born on July 9, 1939 in Corning, NY to Eliza Lozier and Paul Davis. She graduated from Westfield High School in 1957 and went on to be a flight attendant and returned to Westfield and worked at the Tannery. In 1965, Mom married the love of her life, Ray Ransom (Shine) and together they raised us five kids and built our home and business together.
Mom was never idle being a homemaker and running us kids to our activities. Dad said that they were partners and he couldn’t have done this without her. After we left home mom enjoyed scrapbooking and making beautiful quilts. She volunteered at Chit-Chat and was a member of the Jemison Valley Church. She enjoyed traveling and she and Dad took some awesome trips. Her walking buddies were Faye and Catherine, along with her lifetime friends, Joyce, Sue, Joan, Shirley, Marcia, Barb, and Jeanette. If you stopped by the house, the coffee was always on along with a plate of her famous sugar cookies.
Kevin R. Gallagher, 69, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Michael R. Ackley, AKA “Digger”, age 71 a lifelong resident of Westfield, passed away on June 30, 2025 at UPMC Wellsboro.
Born March 2, 1954 in Wellsboro, he was the son of G. Roy and June (Roby) Ackley. He graduated from Cowanesque Valley High School, Class of 1972 and attended Delaware Valley College in Doylestown, PA. Mike was a hard worker and entrepreneur; he bought his first piece of equipment at the age of 24 and has owned and operated Ackley Construction for 48 years. He was all about taking chances in life and is well known for his many other businesses, Cathead Farms, Rusty Canon Motel & RV Park, Westfield Auto Center, Ackley Rentals and his partnership in the Old Antlers Inn. Mike was a mentor, who taught many young men & women work ethic, a constant community supporter and volunteered his work.
Joshua “Josh” S. White, 38, of Russell, PA., died Tuesday morning, July 1, 2025, at his residence after a brief illness of natural causes.
He was born June 19, 1987, in Warren, PA. He has resided in the Frewsburg and Lakewood, N.Y., area for most of his life. He was a 2005 graduate of Frewsburg High School, where he was instrumental in creating the Frewsburg High School Trap Team. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Non-Profit Management and law enforcement from the Lindenwood University of St. Charles, Missouri.
While in college, he was 4-time Collegiate National Trap Shoot Champion, He was employed for 10 years as supervisor with R. Patti Concrete & Excavating of Jamestown, N.Y. He was a member of the Carroll Rod & Gun Club, where he was Captain of their Rod & Gun Trap Team. Most recently he was Pennsylvania State Champion of the Single A Class for shooting trap. He was a 32nd degree mason with the Carroll Lodge 1147 Free & Accepted Mason. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and loved the outdoors. He is lovingly remembered for being such a great father to his children, he loved them so much!
Constance L. “Connie” Otteni, 78, formally of Birch Valley Road, Kersey, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Paoli Hospital.
She was born May 2, 1947, in St. Marys, PA, daughter of the late Robert and Catheryn DeLullo Meyer. She attended Queen of the World Catholic elementary school and then graduated from Elk County Christian High School in 1965.
Thomas L. Snyder, 98, of 911 Plymouth Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 29, 2025, at his home surrounded by the love of his family. He was born April 16, 1927, in Daguscahonda, son of the late Joseph and Caroline Schatz Snyder.
On April 16, 1948, he married Betty Luchs of Ridgway. They were blessed with 52 years of marriage before her passing in 2000.
Joann R. BIROSH, 79, of Coudersport, PA, formerly of Roulette, died Thursday, June 26, 2025 in her daughter’s home in Shinglehouse. Born June 29, 1945, in Elmira, NY, she was the daughter of Leonard F. and Minnie M. Sherwood Jankowski. On September 11, 1965, in Roulette, she married Kenneth G. Birosh, who predeceased her on August 25, 2018.
A 1964 graduate of Southside High School in Elmira, NY, she was employed by St. Gobain Container Co. in Port Allegany. Joann was a member of the Gospel Tabernacle in Coudersport. She loved to crochet and excelled in flower arranging.
Mark E. Kline, 85, of 39 Jerome Avenue, Bradford, passed away, Friday, June 27, 2025, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born September 8, 1939, in Bradford, he was the son of Ruth Kline. He was a 1959 graduate from Bradford High School.
On June 11, 1960, Mark married Joyce E. (Shipman) Kline, at the Abundant Life Assembly of God.
Mark was employed at Pittsburgh Allied Van Lines and Erie Allied Van Lines. He also was employed at E.W. Bissett for 30 years and was employed by NBS Trucking as a truck driver before retiring.
