Austin Michael Sayers, infant, of Bradford, PA passed away May 10, 2024, at Olean General Hospital.
He was the son of Aaron M. Sayers and Angela F. Taylor.
Surviving in addition to his parents are four sisters, Kylie, Savanna, Elaina, and Sadie, and one brother Lucas. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Evan and Carter.
There will be no public services observed. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Shirley A. Corah, 75, of 351 Barnum Road, Eldred, PA passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024, at home with her loving husband by her side.
Shirley was born on July 7, 1948, in Rochester and was the daughter of Alfred and Myrtle Megan Hadley. On October 21, 1978, in their home in Eldred, she married Jeff E. Corah.
Shirley worked at Dal-Tile in Olean in various positions in the mounting department, finishing her career in special assembly.
Due to her wishes, there will be no services at this time.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean. Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to any children’s organization in memory of Shirley, as she loved children.
Marshall W. Harmon, 80, of Tioga, Pennsylvania passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024, in the comfort of his home, after a long battle with cancer. Marshall was born on May 4, 1944, and was 80 years old upon his death.
Marshall was employed at Dresser Rand Co. in Wellsville New York for 52 years and was a member of LL1580 IAM Union from 1968 until he retired in 2020. He also served as a Pennsylvania Deputy Game Warden for many years and was a life member of both the NRA and the Potter County Anglers Club.
Shawn B. Krug, 59, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, May 12, 2024.
He was born on March 27, 1965 in St. Marys, a son of the late Joseph Krug and the late Roselyn Murray Bauer.
Shawn was a 1983 graduate of Elk County Christian High School and then attended Edinboro University. He worked for many years at Morgan AM & T, and had also worked for a number of years at Keystone. With a knack for computers, Shawn was always very talented at setting up and repairing computers. He was an avid Steelers fan and always enjoyed watching the games and cheering his team on. With a big heart and kind smile, Shawn will be missed by all who knew him.
Norman E. Eilers, 91, of 8117 SW 81St. Loop, Ocala, FL, and Bradford, PA passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at E.W. & Lucille Cates House in Ocala FL.
Born on January 11, 1933, in Sterling, NE, he was a son of the late Edward G. and Lora (Happel) Eilers.
Norm grew up in Sterling, NE where he attended Sterling High School and played on the football team, lettering all 4 years. Upon graduation in 1951, he enlisted and served in the United States Navy for two years. After his enlistment he returned to Nebraska and married Joyce Marie (Garrigan) Eilers, on April 2, 1955, in Lincoln NE, he met Joyce while serving in the Navy. Joyce passed away on February 22, 1973. He later earned a degree from Erie Commercial College.
On July 26, 1974, in the St. Bernard Church, he married Donna M. (Roslinski) Eilers, who survives.
Norm worked for Witco for 31 Years, retiring as the Assistant Industrial Sales Manager.
Norm was a member of the Bradford Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees). He enjoyed singing as a member of the Bradford Barbershop Singers and was a charter member of the Seneca Highland Theater. He served as a Second Ward Cub Scout Master, was a member of the Bradford Area Golf Association at Pine Acres Golf Course and a member of the National Ski Patrol for 23 years of which he served four years as the Patrol Leader at Wing Hollow Ski Resort in Allegany, NY.
Cindy M. GREELEY, 67, of Coudersport, PA, died Friday, November 24, 2023 in Williamsport North Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. Born September 14, 1956, Coudersport, she was the daughter of Rex Gerald and Gladys Louise Kazimer Greeley.
A graduate of Austin Area High School, she was employed by the Northern Tier Children’s Home in Harrison Valley for several years. Cindy was a former member of Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship in Knoxville.
Surviving are: friend and companion, Ralph Heberle; a sister, Debra Smith of New Brighton; a nephew, Jeremy Smith; three nieces, Virginia Smith, Lynda Smith, and Melanie Morse; grandnieces and grandnephews; an uncle, Barton (Arlene) Greeley of Austin; and cousins.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Gerald Rex “Squeek” Greeley; a niece, Melissa Smith; and a brother-in-law, Roy Smith. Cremation was at OLNEY-FOUST Private Crematory.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, May 18, 2024 in Forest Hill Cemetery, Austin. Memorials may be made to the Austin Pride Committee, 28 Reading Street, Austin, PA 16720. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfousthome.com.
Susan J. Harmon, 76, of 2990 County Road 34, Richburg, NY passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Cuba Memorial Hospital’s Palliative Care Unit after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on November 18, 1947, in Medina, she was a daughter of Norman E. and Joanne R. Gibson Sowl. On November 25, 1967 in United Church of Friendship she married Andrew Harmon who predeceased her on July 28, 1996.
She was a graduate of Friendship Central School. Susie had worked for the Richburg Central School, the Richburg Colonial Library, and the David A. Howe Library. She also cared for the elderly in their homes and cleaned houses part-time.
Helen Ruth Caskey, 95, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Thursday (May 9, 2024) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
She was born April 14, 1929 in Nanty-Glo, PA, a daughter of Maxwell and Alice (Leamer) Caldwell. On Oct. 29, 1950, in Port Allegany, she married Kenneth D. Caskey, who passed away in 1992.
Mrs. Caskey was a graduate of Cherry Tree High School class of 1947 in Nanty-Glo, PA.
Mr. Caskey worked as a bookeeper for the former Ford Tractor dealer in Smethport and then for Meacham’s Hardware in Port Allegany.
She was a member of Port Allegany United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women’s Club and the Order of the Eastern Star.
Margaret E. (Hackett) Zinck, 90, of Wellsboro, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024, at UPMC Soldiers and Sailors in Wellsboro. She was born April 17, 1934, in Shippen Township, to Seymour and Erma (House) Hackett.
She went to school in Wellsboro, and on February 17, 1951, Margaret married Oliver Zinck with whom she shared 52 years of marriage. She worked as a dietician at Soldiers and Sailors for more than thirty year.
Margaret wasn’t exclusive in her church attendance, and worshipped in several local congregations, but lately had attended Victory Church in Troy when family were able to give her a ride. She was a member of the Wellsboro Moose and volunteered for Meals on Wheels, she enjoyed meeting with her friends and driving fast, was an accomplished yodeler and dancer, was a great cook, and she loved to read the Wellsboro Gazette, had to be the first one to read the paper.
James Robert McMeans, 83, of Warren, PA, died on Sunday May 12, 2024, in Warren General Hospital after an extended illness.
He was born in Blairsville, PA, on June 2, 1940, the son of the late Edison and Elizabeth Horrell McMeans. Jim was a graduate of Youngsville High School Class of 1958. After high school, He enlisted with the United States Army and served from 1958 through 1962. Jim worked for Sylvania Wire Department, and retired as Supervisor with Penelec. He married JoAnn Strickenberger at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Fryburg, PA in 1964.
Jim enjoyed fishing, hunting, softball, bowling, and golf. He was happiest tending and growing flowers around his home. He was a member of the Warren American Legion, Warren Eagles Club Aerie # 313, Knights of Columbus, and was part of the kitchen crew for Holy Redeemer, as well as the soup kitchen at St. Joseph R.C. Church.
John Peter Himchak, Jr., 62, of Bethesda, Maryland, died peacefully Tuesday morning, May 7, 2024, at his residence, after suffering an apparent heart attack. John was born November 23, 1961, in Washington, D.C. He was the son of the late John and Ann Marie Bleech Himchak. He was a lifelong resident of the Washington D.C. and Bethesda Maryland area. He was owner and operator of the John Himchak Construction Company, Inc.
John was a member of St. Gregory of Nyssa Byzantine Catholic Church, Beltsville, MD
John was a kind, loving person, who always put his family first.
Betty B. Fasnacht, 92, of Warren, PA, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, at the Rouse Home.
Born on May 19, 1931, in Roaring Spring, PA, she was the daughter of the late Earl Ray and Mary Myers Beegle. Betty had lived in Warren since 1984, moving to the area from Bradford, PA where she had lived for 20 years. She was a 1981 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford with a B.A. in English Writing. She was employed at the Warren State Hospital for 12 years as a registered nurse, retiring on July 1, 1996. While living in Bradford, Betty was the first woman executive at the Bradford Era newspaper, working as city editor from 1970 until 1975. She also served as church organist at Grace Lutheran Church and Temple Beth El in Bradford
Betty was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates fan and enjoyed reading, walking, and doing jigsaw puzzles.
Lois Marie Yonker, age 93, of 231 High Ave, Ridgway, PA died at her home, early Thursday morning, May 9, 2024, on the Feast Day of the Ascension of the Lord.
Lois was born January 22, 1931 and raised in Johnsonburg, PA, the daughter of the late Francis and Rita McAlee Kelly. She attended the Rolfe School thru her sophomore year and graduated from Johnsonburg High School with the Class of 1949.
On June 13, 1953, at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, PA, she married Darrell Yonker. He preceded her in death on October 20, 2015. In the late 1950’s, Darrell and Lois moved to Ridgway where they raised a family including three boys, two girls, and Lois’s younger sister. Lois was a member of St. Leo Catholic Church.
Lois was employed by Stackpole Carbon Co. before starting a family, and, in later years, prepared meals at the old County Home in St. Marys, PA for the Senior Citizens Meals on Wheels Program. She was a former den mother for the Cub Scouting program and thoroughly enjoyed attending every one of her children’s Little League baseball games.
Children were a constant in her life whether taking care of her own or one of a friend or neighbor, and later, her own grandchildren. She was always happiest, and it made her Irish eyes smile, when there were children around.
Delores J. Fields, 88, of 7803 Crawford Creek Road, Caneadea, NY passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at Olean General Hospital after a short illness.
Born on March 29, 1936, in Andover, she was a daughter of Glenn R. and Vivian E. Swain Cooper. On March 29, 1958, in the Cuba First Baptist Church she married Howard W. Fields who predeceased her on May 9, 2018.
Delores had worked as a waitress at the former Belvidere Truck Stop.
She enjoyed spending time with her family and taking care of grandchildren when needed.
Michael R. Coats, 48, of 8041 County Road 5A, Bolivar, NY passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Born on September 28, 1975, in Wellsville, he was a son of William Giles and Brenda Coats Bissell. On August 11, 2001 in Bolivar, he met April Mott who survives.
Michael was currently employed as a welder for API in Arcade.
He was a former member of the Richburg Volunteer Fire Department and a current member of the Allegheny River Valley Aquarium Society.
At home he enjoyed raising turkeys and emus on his hobby farm and was a freelance lumber jack. He also enjoyed reading and online gaming.
COUDERSPORT, PA—Alice J. “A.J.” Stiles, 84, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, passed away with her loving family by her side on Thursday, May 2, 2024, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a short illness.
Born on Thursday, March 14, 1940, in Bethlehem, PA, she was a daughter of Edward Chester Snyder Sr. and Hila M. Pearsall Snyder Euken. She was the stepdaughter of Otto (Shiner) Euken. A.J. was first married to Sam Long who she had 5 children with and in 1977 married Ted Stiles, who passed away on March 28, 2012.
A.J. obtained her GED while raising her family as a single mother. At age 62, she received her medical coding certification from Pitt Bradford after her position was terminated due the closing of Midland Optical in Coudersport.
For many years she and her husband, Ted, owned and operated Ted & A.J.’s Snack Shop in Coudersport. She also had been employed by the former Sears Store in Coudersport and had been a bartender at various establishments in the area. She was known for “A.J.’s Cussin Club” at the former Northwoods Restaurant. The monies collected for “cussin” funded her yearly pig roast.
A.J. was a member of the Red Hat Ladies Society and was very involved with Potter County Special Olympics, having served in many capacities in the organization. She was a member of Potter Post 192 Ladies Auxiliary in Coudersport, a member of the Office Girls in Coudersport, a Board member of A Way Out and a member of the Coudersport Senior Center.
A.J. was the Baroness of Sealand. She loved camping, going to the casino, and playing cards. She was known as the card shark of the game 31. She loved her shoes, but her greatest love was her family.
Janet E. Miller, 85, a resident of Sena Kean Manor and formerly of 330 Coal Hollow Road, Kersey, PA passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Sena Kean Manor.
She was born July 18, 1938 in Sterling Run, daughter of the late Raymond and Hazel Spalti Hicks. She was a lifelong resident of the area, attended Benezette Schools, and was formerly employed at Powder Metal Products, Elk Regional Hospital, and Elk Haven Nursing Home.
On July 15, 1961, in Kersey United Methodist Church, Janet married the late John Richard Miller, who preceded her in death on December 14, 2007.
Lois Maire Yonker, 93, of 231 High Ave, Ridgway, PA died at her home, early Thursday morning, May 9, 2024, on the Feast Day of the Ascension of the Lord.
Funeral Arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services.
Ruth L. Hurd, 95, formerly of 180 Mill Street, Richburg, NY passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at the Wellsville Manor after a short illness.
Born on September 28, 1928, in Jasper, New York, she was a daughter of George and Hazel Johnson Morton.
Ruth was a graduate of Friendship Central School.
She had worked for Olean Advanced Products for 34 years, retiring in 2001.
Ruth served on the Richburg Central School Board of Education for eight years and at one time was the president of the school board. She was a 4-H leader for ten years and loved gardening. She was a great sports fan, both local and professional. Wallpapering and sewing were several of her other passions. She will be remembered for her homemade pies, baked beans, and homemade bread rolls, but spending time with her family was the most important part of her life.
Robin J. MURPHY, 71, of Salamanca, NY, died Monday, May 6, 2024 in Salamanca Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Born January 10, 1953, in Buffalo, he was the son of Francis J. “Frank” and Margarite M. Brockenshire Murphy.
Rob was born on a snowy January day in Buffalo, NY, January 10, 1953. His first home was at 9 Hawley Street where he lived with his older brother, Kevin, and his Mom and Dad, Margarite and Frank. After a couple of moves, and summers on beautiful Lake Erie just west of Port Colborne, Ontario, the family moved to a small college town near the Pennsylvania border called Alfred in 1963. He started at Alfred-Almond Central School and finished high school in Friendship when his parents built a home there. Rob attended B.O.C.E.S. in Wellsville for a time where he studied food service.
He worked for a number of area businesses, including the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad, until he was stricken by a life-long illness while still a young man. He got along for 20 years while on disability and with his wife, the late Rebecca Scott, but later became hospitalized and was a resident of Salamanca Rehabilitation Center for the past few years, where he was cared for and loved by the many staff members. Always quick with a compliment or a joke, the staff adored him.
When younger, Rob loved family gatherings, playing horseshoes with his Dad, and caring for his many dogs from the time he was 12 years old, the last one being little Bootsie.
Rob was preceded in death by both his maternal and paternal grandparents, his Mom and Dad, and his youngest brother, Dean, in 2016. He is survived by his two brothers, Kevin (Diane) and John; his Aunt June Tice in Florida; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins across the country.
A gathering to celebrate Rob’s life will be announced. Burial will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Cuba. Cremation was at OLNEY-FOUST Private Crematory.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Patricia Lynn DURGAN, 57, of Wellsville, NY, died Sunday, May 5, 2024 in her home.
The family will be present to receive friends at the Wellsville Moose, 242 Maple Ave., Wellsville, NY on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Cremation was at OLNEY-FOUST Private Crematory.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Harry D. Foster, Jr., 86, of Trout Run, PA passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at UPMC – Williamsport. Harry was born on February 20, 1938, in First Fork, the son of the late Harry D. and Twila (Logue) Foster. He married the former Sandra L. Houston on September 21, 1963, and celebrated 46 years of marriage until her passing on May 31, 2010.
Harry worked in construction, building bridges and dams with Dalrymple Construction, Elmira. He belonged to the United Methodist Church, Trout Run. He loved the outdoors: fishing, hunting, camping, the wildlife, birds and flowers at his cabin, and campfires. He also loved woodworking, painting, classic country music, game nights, his Wednesday lunch with the ladies at noon, and spending time with his family. Harry was also a wonderful storyteller.
Helen Ruth Caskey, 95, of Port Allegany, PA passed away Thursday (May 9, 2024) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
James C. Carroll, 81, of 46 Onofrio Street, Bradford, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at The Pavilion at BRMC.
Born June 20, 1942, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Patrick John and Rita Leone (Cleveland) Carroll Jr. He was a 1960 graduate of St. Bernard School.
On March 16, 1962 he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served in Rome NY, as an Airplane Electrician. He was honorably discharged on March 16, 1966. He served as a reservist until March 15, 1968.
On May 30, 1964, in St. Bernard Church, he married Helen M. (Borsa) Carroll who survives.
Jim was a member of St. Bernard Church, and Pine Acres Country Club where he served on the Board. He was Past Vice President of Bradford Little League Baseball, and Past Treasurer of the Local IBEW #1124.
Jim had been employed at Penelec, now First Energy as a Supervisor. He worked in Bradford, Warren, Clearfield, and Altoona for over 35 years. He retired in 2002.
