Arlene H. GREELEY, 96, of Austin, PA, died Sunday, June 15, 2025 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, PA. Born December 6, 1928, in Mosgrove, she was the daughter of Vurnett and Anne Adaline Hoak Harrier.
On February 28, 1948, in the Austin Methodist Church, she married Barton M. Greeley, who predeceased her on January 18, 2024. They celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary in 2023. A 1946 graduate of Union High School, Rimersburg, she studied Clarion State Teachers College. She was employed by Sylvania in Emporium over 20 years. Arlene was a member of the Potter County Historical Society and a former member of the Austin Methodist Church. An avid genealogist, she researched at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, UT.
Michael M. Davies, 58, of Morianna Avenue, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Pittsburgh.
Born December 27, 1965, in Warren, he was a son of the late Donald and Paula Karen (Conklin) Davies. He was a 1985 graduate of Smethport High School.
On July 18, 1985, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was Honorably discharged on July 17, 1989. He continued to serve in the Navy Reserves until November 26, 1992.
Patricia J. “Pat” Corbett, 84, a resident of Elk Haven, and formerly of Grant Road, Ridgway, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
She was born on February 15, 1941, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Charlie and Martha Fischer Ecklund.
On April 23, 1960. Pat married the late Gerald A. Corbett, who preceded her in death on July 28, 2007. Together they shared over 47 years of love and marriage.
Pat grew up on Grant Road and was a lifelong resident of Ridgway. She graduated from Ridgway High School, and was a devoted member of Faith United Church of Christ. Pat was a member of many area clubs including the Eagles, Elks, and American Legion. In her free time she loved being outdoors. Pat could often be found camping or fishing, and she especially enjoyed going for 4-wheeler and golf cart rides. One of her greatest joys was spending time with her dogs whom she adored.
Pat is survived by her 3 children; Randall C. Corbett of W.V., Laurie J. (Bruce) Kinley of St. Marys, and Melissa L. (Andy) Covac of Ridgway, by 12 grandchildren; David Corbett, John Elias Jr., Paige Corbett, Shane Corbett, Melinda Elias Fasnacht, Shari Kinley Johnson, Danielle Corbett Gulnac, Sierra Corbett, Nicolas Hoffman, Cassandra Hoffman, Mike Covac, and Samantha Covac, and by numerous great grandchildren. She is also survived by 2 sisters; Carol (Bud) Speaker and Judy Wolff, both of Ridgway, by a sister-in-law; Anne Ecklund of St. Marys, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Pat was preceded in death by a son; Rodney A. Corbett, who preceded her in death on March 6, 2023, by a brother; Ron Ecklund, and by a brother-in-law; Tom Wolff.
Funeral services for Patricia J. Corbett will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM at Faith United Church of Christ, 400 Ash Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Paul Reed officiating.
Burial will take place in Lake City Cemetery.
Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Faith United Church of Christ from 2:30 PM until the time of the service.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center St., Ridgway, PA 15853, is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com
Chester J. “Shay” Tanner, II, 74, of Smethport, passed away Tuesday (June 17, 2025) at his residence in Smethport.
He was born September 11, 1950 in Bradford, the son of Chester J., Sr. and Viola L. (Victor) Tanner. On January 16, 1971, in Coryville, PA, he married Sally A. Fowler, who survives.
Jeffrey M. GERTZEN, 64, of Mills, PA, died Monday, June 16, 2025 in his home. Born July 21, 1960, in Norristown, he was the son of Frank and Joan Seewagan Gertzen. On October 17, 1981, in St. John’s Episcopal Church in Westfield, he married Pamela J. Atwell, who survives.
Arlene H. GREELEY, 96, of Austin, PA, died Sunday, June 15, 2025 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, PA. Born December 6, 1928, in Mosgrove, she was the daughter of Vurnett and Anne Adaline Hoak Harrier.
On February 28, 1948, in the Austin Methodist Church, she married Barton M. Greeley, who predeceased her on January 18, 2024. They celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary in 2023.
Naomi L. HANES, 91, of Sunderlinville, PA, died Sunday, June 15, 2025 in UPMC Wellsboro. Born August 3, 1933, in Potter County, she was the daughter of Edward E. and Nina Gigee Johnson. On June 5, 1951, in Sunderlinville, she married Herbert L. Hanes, who predeceased her on September 28, 2017.
Diane M Buckner, 72, formerly of 1293 E Main St, Bradford, passed away on June 17, 2025, with her husband at her side as he always promised.
Born April 28, 1953, in Salamanca, NY, she was the daughter of the late Robert James and Ruth Emma (Reed) Deppa. She graduated from Salamanca High School Class of 1971.
On December 27, 1985, in Allegany, NY, Diane married Gregory A. Buckner, who survives.
Richard D. Quinn, 71, of Portville, formerly of Shinglehouse, PA, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Thursday, June 12, 2025.Born on Tuesday, July 28, 1953 in Philadelphia, he was a son of John W. and Mildred R. Hammeke Quinn.
Richard was a graduate of Olney High School in Philadelphia and received two Bachelor’s Degrees from Alfred Ag Tech, in Wellsville. Prior to his retirement, Richard was employed by ARA Food Service in Allegany.
Richard was a former member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Shinglehouse. He was former member of the Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department and was formerly an EMT when he was a member of the Shinglehouse Volunteer Ambulance Association.
Stuart Alan ABBOTT, 76, of Wellsville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in his home. Born October 11, 1948, in Wellsville, he was the son of Leon G. and Lena G. Baldwin Abbott.
Betty Grennan Wight, 87, of 2 Stothard Drive, Hilton, NY, formerly of Bradford, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, in Rochester, NY, with her loving family by her side.
Born August 2, 1937, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Gilbert and Grace Sarah (Murray) Grennan. She was a 1955 graduate of Bradford High School.
On June 10, 1961, in Bradford, she married Jerry L. Wight who survives. They moved to Rochester, (Greece) NY in 1972.
Joyce A. Leviski, 89, formerly of Bucktail Road, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Elk Haven Nursing Home surrounded by her family.
She was born on September 3, 1935 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Edward and Mary Caskey Seelye.
On August 28, 1954, in Sacred Heart Church, she married Eugene Leviski, who survives. Together they have been blessed with more than 70 years of love, laughter, and marriage.
Janet M. Meyers, 71, of Warren, PA., died Friday morning, June 13, 2025, at her residence, after suffering an apparent heart attack. Janet was born February 8, 1954, in Warren, PA. She was the daughter of Robert L. and Della E. Brantly Meyers. She was a lifelong Warren area resident.
Richard G. Redfield, Jr., 60, of Warren, PA., died Thursday, May 22, 2025, at his residence. He was born February 8, 1965, in Warren, PA. He was a resident of Warren for the past 18 years. He was employed with the Warren State Hospital as a Psychiatric Aide, retiring from there after many years employment.
Brian S. Robeson, 47, of Fuquay-Varina, N.C. and formerly of Russell, PA., died Monday, June 9, 2025. He was born October 12, 1977, in Warren, PA. Brian was the son of Kenneth A. and Donna J. McConnell Robeson. He was a 1996 graduate of Eisenhower High School where he graduated with honors and earned a master’s degree in physician assistant program from St. Francis University in Loretto, PA. He had worked with numerous physician’s offices in the Raleigh-Durham area.
Thomas Lee SWEIGART, 56, of Cheswick, PA, died Friday, June 13, 2025 in Olean General Hospital after being stricken at his parents’ home in Port Allegany. Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA 16743. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Ruthanne B. Lineman, 86, of Oxford Street, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025, surrounded by her family at home.
Born July 9, 1939, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Raymond A. and Lucille E. (Jarrett) Burritt. She was a 1957 graduate of Bradford High School.
Cindy I. PENWORTH, 57, of Port Allegany, PA, formerly of Eldred, died Wednesday, June 11, 2025 in the Pavilion at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born April 16, 1968, in Port Allegany, she was the daughter of James A. and Irene Ruth Brooks Penworth. Cindy served as a caregiver to the many people in her life she loved. She was an animal lover.
Janet M. Meyers, 71, of Warren, PA., died Friday morning, at her residence, June 13, 2025, after suffering an apparent heart attack. A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA
Joyce A. Leviski, 89, formerly of Bucktail Road, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Elk Haven Nursing Home surrounded by her family.
She was born on September 3, 1935 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Edward and Mary Caskey Seelye.
On August 28, 1954, in Sacred Heart Church, she married Eugene Leviski, who survives. Together they have been blessed with more than 70 years of love, laughter, and marriage.
Lee Howard Stisser, 79, of Hornell, died on Monday, June 9, 2025, at St. James Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on April 15, 1946, in Wellsville, the son of the late Howard and Ruth Ella (Ballerstein) Stisser. On December 2, 1967, in Bronx, NY, he married Christine E. Benda, who survives
Gregory Clare Bell, 76, of Eldred, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on June 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Greg was born on February 10, 1949, in Olean, NY, to the late Charles and Anna (Burr) Bell. He graduated from Otto-Eldred Jr/Sr. High School before attending Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Science Education (physics). Post graduate work was completed at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Simmons College in Boston where he studied physics and chemistry, respectively.
On June 26, 1972, after a brief delay due to Hurricane Agnes, Greg married his high school sweetheart Jane Ann Harris who survives. In the home that he built, they celebrated nearly 53 years of marriage and raised five children while welcoming nine grandchildren and their first great grandchild earlier this year.
