Obituaries

Betty J. Klingel “Snowflake”

Betty J. Klingel, 85, of Keating Township, passed away at her residence on Friday, August 1, 2025.

Born on Monday, September 4, 1939 in East Stroudsburg, PA, she was a daughter of Joseph and Irene Rissmiller Padula. After the passing of her mother, Betty was raised by her father and stepmother, Caroline.

On October 31, 1970, she married Archie F. Klingel, who passed away on February 19, 1995.

Donald L. VanOrd

Donald L. VanOrd, 89, of Russell, PA., died on his birthday, August 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.   

He was born August 7, 1936, in Warren, PA. Don was the son of the late Agidius and Marion Ludwick VanOrd.  He was a lifelong Warren/Russell area resident.  Don graduated from Northern Area High School in 1954 and attended Jamestown Community College. Don served with the U.S. Army with the 101st Airborne Division from 1958 to 1961 as an E4.

In Loving Memory of Agnes “Aggie” B. Reed

Agnes “Aggie” B. Reed, 85, of Warren, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on Tuesday morning, August 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born January 9, 1940, in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Catherine Betz. She graduated from St. John the Baptist High School in 1957 and later built a fulfilling career as a notary public, proudly serving the community for 17 years at Warren AAA.

On August 6, 1960, she married Samuel B. Reed, with whom she shared a joyful and adventurous marriage until his passing in December, 2011. Together, they raised a beautiful family and created a life filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

John M Sullivan of Galeton, Pennsylvania went home to be with the Lord on July 30, 2025.  He passed away at Williamsport Hospital in the loving arms of two of his daughters. 

A loyal lifelong resident of Potter County Pennsylvania, John was born on April 9th 1953, the youngest of five siblings. Throughout his life, John was a proud US Army Veteran, a business owner and a Pennsylvania State Constable. He organized several community events and auto shows in the 1990s. He loved the Lord, vintage cars, old television shows, animals, the outdoors, traveling, music, (70’s rock!) and most of all – his family.

What he was most proud of though, were his four daughters. They were his pride and joy.  No one who met John remained unchanged. His story of survival and perseverance in the face of obstacles inspired so many, and his quirky sense of humor and deep generosity will be sorely missed. 

John is preceded in death by his father, John P Sullivan, his mother and number one fan, Lois J Furcron both of Galeton, PA, in addition to many grandparents, aunts and uncles, close friends and animal companions that have gone before him. 

Gabrielle R. “Gabby” Cobb, 28, of Willow Creek, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025.

Born on December 8, 1996, in Bradford, she was a daughter of Timothy D. and Grace E. (Yohe) Cobb. 

Gabby was a 2015 graduate of Bradford Area High School, where she participated in track and field. 

She was employed as a Supervisor in the Count Room at Three Rivers Casino, and formerly at the Seneca Allegany Casino in Salamanca NY. 

Gabrielle was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She loved swimming, going to water parks as well as spending time with her furry companion Jack. 

Carol Susan “Suzie” Johnson, 46, of Smethport, passed away peacefully on Tuesday (July 29, 2025) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.

She was born December 27, 1978 in Port Allegany, the daughter of Karl A. and the late Carol E. (Potter) Johnson.

Carol Susan was a graduate of Smethport High School and Bradford High School.

A true light in life. Suzie loved everyone. May we learn from her. As in life, so in death.

Linda Jean White, 76, of Wellsville, died Monday, August 4, 2025, at Highland Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born September 16, 1948, in Wellsville, the daughter of the late Leslie R. and Lois Jean (Austin) White. 

Linda attended Wellsville Central Schools. She was employed by several local businesses, including the Texas Hot for several years, in a beauty salon, and at a nursing home. Outside of her work, she really enjoyed team bowling. 

She is survived by: two sisters, Leslie White Durant of Rome, NY and Sandy White Rifenburg of Wellsville; four nieces; and two nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a sister, Gale White Salmonson. 

Friends are invited to call on Friday, August 8, 2025, from 10 am – 11 am, at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home of Wellsville, 34 West State Street. A Graveside Service will follow at 11 am in Woodlawn Cemetery. Please consider memorial donations to the Highland Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Recreation Fund, ATTN: Kim Slawson, 160 Seneca Avenue, Wellsville, NY 14895. To leave online condolences please visit www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com . 

Jon K. Little:  Loving Husband, Father, and Son

Jon K. Little, 50, of 54 East Main Street, Friendship, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, August 3, 2025.

Born on December 24, 1974, in Olean, he was a son of Gary and Claudia Ingram Little.  On May 25, 2003, in Cuab, he married the former Adriane M. Ingalls who survives.

Jon was a graduate of Cuba Central School Class of 1993 and then graduated from JCC in 1995.  He also was a graduate of the Continental School of Beauty. 

He worked as a hair stylist in Several locations, was manager at the Seneca One Stop at Cuba Lake for 13 years, and last was a line cook at Sprague’s Maple Farms until he became disabled from a car accident in 2012.

Agnes B. Reed, 85, of Warren, PA, died early Tuesday morning in her home, surrounded by her family.

A complete obituary will be published when it’s available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc.

Betty J. Klingel                 

Betty J. Klingel, 85, of Keating Township, passed away at her residence on Friday, August 1, 2025.

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.

Ricky Allen Rounsville, 69, of Tree Line Drive, Smethport, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born May 21, 1956, in Olean, N.Y., he was the son of the late H. Edward and Arlena (Canfield) Rounsville. On April 13, 1974, in Farmers Valley, he married Tammy Hills, who preceded him in death in 2023.

A lifelong resident of the area, Rick enjoyed gardening, canning with his sister and daughter, hunting and spending time in the garage with his sons, and spending time outdoors with his dog, Cane. He loved being with his children, grandchildren, and lifelong friends. Rick worked many years as an equipment operator.

James W. Paddison         “beloved husband, father, grandfather; and devoted servant of the Lord”

James W. Paddison, 91, of Shinglehouse, went to be with the Lord, on Sunday, August 3, 2025, in his home.

Born on Friday, December 8, 1 933 in Cuba, NY, he was a son of Stanley and Irene Williams Paddison. On September 6, 1958 in the Bell Run Union Church, he married Eileen Maxson, who survives.

Harry G. Burns, 88, a resident of Chapel Ridge, formerly West Washington Street, Bradford, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at BRMC.

Born January 2, 1937, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Gerald and Blanche (Rich) Burns.  He was a 1956 graduate of Bradford High School.

He enlisted in the United States Army in 1956.  He was stationed in Panama and was honorably discharged in November of 1961.

Jay B. Alexander, 67, of 433 High Street, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born on April 19, 1957, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Gerald M. and Gwendolyn L. (Thrush) Alexander. He was a 1975 graduate from Bradford High.

On August 29, 1992, in Bradford, he married Wendy M. (Tyger) Alexander, who survives.

Jay worked for Lloyd-Smith, drilling water wells for 37 years. He worked in the oil industry for Cline Oil and Philips & Dart and was employed as a custodian at Bradford Area School District working at Fretz Middle School.

He was an avid Steelers fan, loved to hunt, fish, camp, dig leeks, watch Mash and Gunsmoke, and spend time with his dog Jasmine.

Nancy O’Donnell, 97, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025, surrounded by her family, after a brief stay at the Bradford Manor. 

Born March 26, 1928, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Salvator “Sam” and Vittoria (Forte) Luciano.

Nancy was a 1945 graduate of St. Bernard High School.

On May 16, 1953, in St. Bernard Church before Rev. Martin Grady, she married William J. O’Donnell, who preceded her in death on January 12, 2013.

Sandra K. Baldwin, 79, of Smethport, passed away peacefully at her home, Saturday (August 2, 2025) with her family by her side.

She was born November 25, 1945 in Olean, NY, the daughter of Joseph and Martha (Leet) Field. On July 17, 1965, in Bradford, PA, she married Robert L. Baldwin, who survives.

Brenda Lee Shatara, 75, of Bradford, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 16, 2025. Born on January 4, 1950, in Bradford, she was the daughter of the late Norman Glady and Marcia Glady (Raffill). Brenda was the beloved middle child of five siblings, all of whom survive her.

Early in her life, she worked as a secretary at the Methodist Church and McCourt Label/Bradford Printing.

On March 31, 1973, she married John “Jack” Shatara. They shared 47 years of marriage before Jack’s passing in December 2020. Together they raised one daughter, Andrea Shatara of Boston, Massachusetts, who survives her.

Kenra L. Tyger, 80, of 19 Prendegast Ave, Bradford, passed away August 1, 2025, surrounded by her children, at the Bradford Manor.

Born January 20, 1945, in Akron, OH, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Cora (McDonald) Shepherd. Kenra was a 1963 graduate of Howard High School in Akron.

On July 30, 1966, in Bradford, she married Max O. Tyger, Jr. who preceded her in death on December 6, 2004.

Twila M. Sawyer                     “loving aunt”

Twila M. Sawyer, 70, of Shinglehouse, passed away with her loving family by her side on Thursday, July 31, 2025, in Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, NY, after a short illness.

Born on Monday, January 17, 1955 in Bradford, she was a daughter of Ray M. Jr. and Katherine M. Gangemi Dunham.  On August 24, 1985 in Hinsdale, NY, she married Richard E. “Dick” Sawyer, who passed away on March 27, 2018.

Twila was a graduate of Olean High School and also was a graduate of the former Olean Business Institute.  She spent the majority of her working career in the manufacturing sector.  Twila was first employed by the former Acme Electric Company in Cuba, NY and later was employed by Caloric Appliance Company in Topton, Pa.  She was last employed by the former Powder PAC in Coudersport.

Robert H. “Bob” Foster:  Loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather

Robert H. “Bob” Foster, 83, of 6263 Foster Road, Friendship, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Jones Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born on July 26, 1942, on the family farm in Friendship, he was a son of Clifton and Genevieve Sweeney Foster.  On August 2, 1969, at Our Lady of Angels Church, Cuba, he married the former Diane P. Appleby who survives.

John Raymond Stocum, age 70 of Elkland, PA passed away on July 29, 2025. He was born March 1, 1955 in Whitesville, NY and was a son to the late Ira and Mildred (Rhodes) Stocum. John enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and learning and collecting the history of Native Americans.

Linda M. Wilson, 70, of Bradford, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at Buffalo General Hospital. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Donna F. LAMPMAN, 83, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, November 21, 2024.  A gathering to celebrate Donna’s life will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 in Ulysses beginning at 3:00 PM.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.  

Rhoda T. Weimer

Rhoda T. Weimer, 72, a lifelong resident of Roulette, passed away with her loving husband by her side on Monday, July 28, 2025, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a period of declining health.

Born on Sunday, June 28, 1953, in Coudersport, she was a daughter of Leonard and Ruth Thompson Treat.  On October 22, 1972 in San Diego, California, she married Joseph L. “Joe” Weimer. 

Claude O. SEELY, 83, Ulysses, PA, formerly of Coudersport, died Thursday, July 24, 2025 in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.  Born June 30, 1942, in Binghamton, NY, he was the son of Orlo F. and Marion Carter Seely.

Born June 30, 1942, in Binghamton, NY, he was the son of Orlo F. and Marion Carter Seely.  On June 19, 1965, in the Ulysses United Methodist Church, he married Nancy Jane Bachman, who survives. 

Howard E. BAKER, 83, of Westfield, PA, died Friday, July 25, 2025 in UPMC Wellsboro.  Born July 19, 1942, in Harrison Township, he was the son of Erba and Ruth Hurler Baker.  

On December 1, 1962, in Brookfield, he married Brenda J. Porter, who survives.  He was employed by Mapes Woodworking in Whitesville, Ingersoll-Rand in Painted Post, NY, and Consolidated Natural Gas for 28 years, retiring in 1997. 

William Gibson of St. Marys, Pennsylvania, formerly from Youngstown, Ohio, passed away surrounded by family on July 28, 2025 at Penn Highland DuBois after a short illness.

He would say that he was a day older than dirt, but he was really 76. Bill was born on October 4, 1948 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Francis and Sarah (McLaren) Gibson. Bill graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School in 1966. He then joined the Navy serving as an airplane technician until honorably discharged in 1971. Bill went on to Youngstown State University, earning an Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology. Bill married Gloria (Bossick) Gibson on August 20, 1977 in Youngstown, Ohio, who survives.

Gene P. Cummiskey, 88, formerly of Burnside Avenue, Bradford, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025, surrounded by his family at Bradford Manor.

Born January 9, 1937, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Robert A. and Mildred (Beck) Cummiskey.

Gene was a 1956 graduate of Bradford High School. Following high school he enlisted in the United States Marines. He was stationed in Okinawa and the Philippines. He was honorably discharged on November 27, 1959.

On May 16, 1964, at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church he married Frances (Zamberlan) Cummiskey who preceded him in death on October 20, 2011.

Rhoda T. Weimer

Rhoda T. Weimer, 72, a lifelong resident of Roulette, passed away with her loving husband by her side on Monday, July 28, 2025, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a period of declining health.

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.