Obituaries

Diane Leonard Zingone, 81, of Warren, Pa, died on Sunday March 2, 2025, at the Warren Manor.

She was born in Warren, Pa, on May 26, 1943, the daughter of the late Fred J. and Ruth McGhee Leonard. Diane graduated from Warren Area High School in 1961 and lived most of her life in Warren.  She was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church where she had been a Eucharistic Minister. She was employed by Warren General Hospital since 1981, retiring in 2005.

Lewis H. SINSABAUGH, 74, of Coudersport, PA, died Monday, March 3, 2025, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport. 

Born August 5, 1950, in Coudersport, he was the son of Harold L. and Florence Jackson Sinsabaugh.  Lewis worked in the auto salvage business.  He loved to hunt and fish.  Lewis loved watching eagles and collected eagle decor.  

Dolores Mary Margaret “Dot” Straub, 94, previously of 121 Race Street, and for the last 6 years of 209 Teaberry Road, St. Marys, PA, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the home of her son Aaron and daughter-in-law Joanne on Wednesday March 5, 2025.

She was born December 29, 1930 in St. Marys, the daughter of the late Fred and Frances Zitzler Krellner.  Dot was a lifelong resident of the area, graduating from Central Catholic High School in 1948, and then from Marywood College in Scranton with a bachelor’s degree in Education in 1952.  Dolores worked as a teacher for several years in the Catholic School System in St Marys, being the first lay teacher working alongside the Sisters of St. Joseph’s Convent.  Upon having her own family, Dolores devoted the rest of her life to her husband and children. 

On January 2, 1956 in St Mary’s Catholic Church, she married Victor C. Straub, who survives.  They were blessed to share 69 years of marriage.

Sheila D. FLEWELLYN, 71, of Whites Corners, PA, died Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.  

Born June 7, 1953, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Guy E. and Pearl Moore Flewellyn.  She was a graduate of St. Marys High School.  Sheila attended the Harrison Valley Christian & Missionary Alliance Church and participated in church activities.  She was an Elvis fan and visited Graceland in 2012.  Sheila loved playing the piano and played by ear.  She enjoyed bowling and making potholders.  

Surviving are: a sister-in-law, Michelle Flewellyn of Whites Corners; nieces, nephews, aunts, and cousins.  

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two brothers, Michael Dean Flewellyn and Terry L. Flewellyn.  

A Memorial Service will be held 3:00 PM, Saturday, March 8, 2025 in the Harrison Valley Christian & Missionary Alliance Church.  Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate.  Burial will be in Whites Corners Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, 217 E. Main Street, Harrison Valley, PA 16927.  

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  

Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Mildred Jane Bennett, 86, of Eldred, passed away Monday (March 3, 2025) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.

Arrangements will be announced with a full obituary by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Donna Elaine Girts, 75, of 106 Nancy Lane, Kersey, passed away peacefully following a lengthy illness Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Nelson’s Golden Years in DuBois. 

She was born February 26, 1950 in DuBois, daughter of the late Benedetto and Ida Anderson Palumbo.  She was a graduate of St. Marys High School, Class of 1968.  Donna worked for the St. Marys School District, first at the high school, then at Fox Township Elementary School as the school secretary.

On January 9, 1990, in Las Vegas, Donna married Dean Girts, who survives.  Together they shared thirty-five years of love, laughter, and a wonderful marriage.

Ramona V. Stebbins, 81, of Sabinsville, PA, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at home. 

Born March 23, 1943, in Sabinsville, she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Winnona (Churchill) Griffin.  On May 7, 1963 in Sabinsville, she married James W. Stebbins, Sr. who preceded her death on April 10, 2019. Mony worked several jobs, including homemaker. She was a member of the Clymer Baptist Church in Sabinsville and enjoyed reading, was gifted in knitting, tatting, crocheting and sewing, and enjoyed hosting friends every week to quilt and have lunch together.

Lawrence W. Anthony, 85, of St. Marys, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at his home following a short illness.

He was born on August 15, 1939, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Wilbert and Florence Smith Anthony.

On December 16, 1973, in Fairfax, VA, he married the late Margaret M. Brehm Titchner, who preceded him in death on March 13, 2017.

Larry served three years in The United States Marine Corps with an honorable discharge in October of 1963. After working as a locksmith in Memphis, Tennessee and Fairfax, Virginia he returned to St. Marys and opened Guardian Safe & Lock Company, which he owned and operated until the time of his death. Larry was a member of The CMF (Catholic Men’s Fraternal), the American Legion, and the Wilcox Sportsmen’s. He enjoyed watching old westerns with his best friend “Tigger the Cat” and spending time with the many other friends that he had.

Brenda J. WHITE, 74, of Belmont, NY, died Sunday, March 2, 2025 in her home.  

Born August 1, 1950, in Kane, PA, she was the daughter of Donald J. and Nancy DePonceau LaBarr.  Brenda attended high school in Mount Jewett, PA.  On October 21, 1995, in Salamanca, she married William R. White, who survives.  Brenda devoted her life raising her children and her grandchildren.  The greatest love in her life was her family as well as a revolving door of chaos and Rip Wheeler.  

Gerry L. Clemens, 79, of Wellsboro passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at UPMC-Wellsboro.

She was born on September 17, 1945, in Wellsboro, the daughter of the late Ransom and Viola (Wood) Smith. She married the late Rockne L. Clemens on September 17, 1965.

Gloria J. Redmond, 81, of Roulette, passed away Saturday (March 1, 2025) at Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, PA. 

She was born October 2, 1943 in Coudersport, the daughter of Richard J. and Catherine V. (Ostrum) Bloomer. On February 11, 1967 in Roulette, she married Phillip J. Redmond, who died June 7, 2018. 

Gloria was a graduate of Port Allegany High School class of 1961. She worked at 6 Bs Craft Barn, babysat, and took care of many elderly people in the Roulette area. 

She enjoyed camping in the Finger Lakes on Lake Lamoka and spending time with her husband, friends, and family, especially her grandchildren.

 She was a member of Moose Lodge #460 of Port Allegany and the Roulette Women’s Auxiliary. 

Ronald J. Mack, 73, of Emporium, passed away at UPMC Cole in Coudersport, PA on Sunday morning (March 2, 2025). He was born November 5, 1951 in Pittsburgh, PA.  He was a son of the late Albert and Sara Jane Lehman Mack.

Ron graduated from Cameron County High School and then from Richmond Technical Institute in 1975. He was a member of the K of C, Christabelle Club, Bucktail Rod and Gun Club and enjoyed hunting, collecting watches and cowboy boots. Ron loved spending time with his many friends and sitting out front of his home and offering a friendly wave to his friends as they pass by.

Allegany- Shirley Ann Harvey “Loving Wife, Mother & Grandmother” 

 Shirley Ann Harvey, 87, of 11 Sunburst Lane and recently of Absolut Care of Allegany nursing home, passed away on March 3, 2025, at Absolut Care of Allegany. 

 Shirley was born on August 25, 1937, in Morris, PA and was the daughter of John and Marie Jovenelle Renish. 

 Shirley spent her childhood in Bradford and graduated from Saint Bernard High School in 1955.

Smethport – Mildred “Jane” Bennett, who was a loving and devoted mother, went to be with her Lord, Monday (March 3, 2025), at the age of 86, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Jane was born September 1, 1938 in Kaletown, PA, the daughter of J. Eugene and Mildred B. (Geer) Haugh. On October 20, 1997, at Hamlin Lake Park, Smethport, she married Rex L. Bennett, who survives.

Jane attended school in Enterprise, PA. She was a woman of Christian faith and attended the Alliance Church in Smethport, PA. She was a hard worker and had several jobs throughout her life, retiring from The Bradford Manor at the age of 82. Jane enjoyed her family first and foremost. She also enjoyed camping and her Idlewood Campground family along with ATV riding, traveling and watching football.

She will be greatly missed by her four children, Robin (Jesse) Brewer and Bruce (Kim) Miller, both of Smethport, PA, Randall (Sharon Mitchell) Miller of Gifford, PA, and B. Todd (Debbie) Rice of Redding, CA; stepson, Rex Gary Bennett of Olean, NY, ten grandchildren, Stacy Miller, Christy (Travis Brown) Brewer, Ada (James) Yingling, and Jessica (Andrew) Neatrour, Shane (Renee) Miller, Shana (Elmer) Knauer, Emily Miller, Brian (Cassidy) Miller, Garrett (Alley) Diaz Rice, and Alexis Diaz Rice; 19 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren, her brother Terry (Kathy) Haugh of Texas, her sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Haugh of South Carolina, and Anne Bennett of Eldred. She will also be missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins, her camp family, and by her fur babies, “Gizmo” and “Trip”.

She was predeceased by her parents, her brother, Donald Haugh, and stepson, Jeffrey Bennett.

Friends and family will be received at the Hilltop Baptist Church, 3658 Route 646, Gifford, PA on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 4-5PM, with funeral services directly following, with the Rev. Max Simms, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Allegany Cemetery.

Those wishing to place memorials may do so through The American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741, or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Michael Todd Crooks was born April 15, 1966 in Williamsport, PA, son of John Dincher and Linda (Heatley) Campbell and later was adopted by James Crooks.

Michael passed away February 17, 2025 in Inverness, FL. He worked as an Electrician in the industrial field. Michael moved to Florida from Pennsylvania and settled in Port Richey, FL in 1996. Later on he moved to Inverness. As an electrician Michael enjoyed tinkering with things to see how it worked and repairing them if needed. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends, driving his BMW and listening to 80’s music.

Edward P. Funkhouser

Edward Peter Funkhouser, 83, of Coudersport PA, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. 

Edward was born on July 15, 1941 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Bernard E. and Catherine  T. (Carberry) Funkhouser.  Upon completion of his career with AT&T, Edward  retired to Coudersport and enjoyed passing his time in solitary pursuits and avid reading.

Richard D. Dallenbach, 90, of 65 Rodgar Lane, Bradford, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2024, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born September 28, 1934, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Edward Dallenbach and Helen L. (Brown) Dallenbach-Graybill. He was a 1952 graduate of Bradford High School.

On February 3, 1977, in Bradford, he married Marion I. (Dowell) Dallenbach, who preceded him in death on January 27, 2023. Since his wife’s death he had been cared for by his son Ed, and grandson, Luka.  

Brandon J. Yetzer, 34, of 120 Reserve Road, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Penn Highlands Elk. 

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

ROBERT “JOHN” DORRETT-SCIO

John Dorrett 77, of 4300 Sciota St. Scio NY passed away February 22, 2025 after a battle with cancer.  Born December 16, 1947, John honorably served in the US Army during the Vietnam War from 1968 to 1970.  He was very proud that he served his county when they needed him.  After his military service, he dedicated many years as a laborer lastly working at Grinnell Inc. in Columbia PA, until his retirement. 

John was a man of simple pleasures, one of which was riding his Harley motorcycle, a hobby that brought him immense joy and freedom. 

Diane L. Zingone

Diane L. Zingone, 81, of Warren PA, died on Sunday March 2, 2025, in the Warren Manor.

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

Catherine M. Fuller, 79, of Friendship, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Jones Memorial Hospital. She was born July 25, 1945, in Portville the daughter of the late Thomas “Johnny” and Mildred (Dentiston) Lamb. 

Catherine was raised in Belmont, and attended Belmont Central Schools. She was employed by Acme Electric in Cuba and had a history of bar tending. Outside of her employment she enjoyed dancing at the grange, loved country music, antique cars, and going to dinner. 

Mary Lee Morrison

Mary Lee Morrison, 78, of Russell, PA., died on Sunday March 2, 2025, at her home with her family at her bedside. 

She was born April 15, 1946, in Towanda, PA. Mary Lee was the daughter of Leon and Mary Wood Brennan. Mary Lee spent the majority of her life in Warren, where she raised her family and was an active member of the community. She was a member of Holy Redeemer Church and had been a Eucharistic Minister at St. Joseph Church.  She was a past member of the Women’s Club of Warren and a member of the Warren American Legion Post 135 Ladies Auxiliary. In 2005, she and her husband moved to Utah, where they spent 11 years enjoying the beautiful landscapes and making lifelong memories. In 2016, they returned to Warren where she continued to enjoy spending time with her family and friends. She was an avid baker, cook, artist doing taupe paintings and building bird houses out of gourds.

Daniel F. “Danny” GLASSMIRE, VI, 42, of Coudersport, PA, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025 in UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh.  He was surrounded by his family following a hard fought battle with cancer.  Born June 12, 1982, in Coudersport, he was the son of Daniel F Glassmire, V and Joy E. Hamilton Glassmire, who survive.  

A 2000 graduate of Coudersport Area High School, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2004 from The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH.  He was a Master Mason with the Free and Accepted Masons, Eulalia Lodge No. 342 and a member of the Sons of the American Revolution. He was baptized and raised in the Park United Methodist Church, Coudersport. 

Danny was a true “man of letters” in every sense. His words were a gift—those fortunate enough to receive a letter or message from him held a work of art, crafted with eloquence, imagination, and profound meaning. Danny poured his passion into novels, short stories, and, most of all, poetry, weaving his rich vocabulary and vivid imagination into letters and writings that were poetic, cryptic, and profoundly meaningful. An avid reader, he found joy and inspiration in literature, whether fiction, non-fiction, or poetry. Beyond his literary talents, Danny was a skilled title abstractor, landman, and excelled at various laborer and service jobs in Pittsburgh, PA. 

Ronald L. Wenzel            “loving father, and grandfather”

Ronald L. Wenzel, 79, of Coudersport, formerly of Warren, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a brief illness.

Born on Thursday, September 13, 1945 in Warren, he was a son of William H. and Alice I. Christensen Wenzel.  On July 18, 1964 in Warren, he married Carol J. Wermter, who passed away on July 20, 2023.

Ron was a graduate of Warren High School in Warren, PA.  He served honorably in the US Navy as a fireman. 

Roberta P. West              “The greatest Mom in the world”

Roberta P. West, 94, of Millport, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in her home with her loving family by her side.

Born on Tuesday, June 3, 1930, in Shaytown, PA, she was a daughter of Kirke S. and Pauline V. Wood Newton.  On November 15, 1953 in the Millport United Brethren Church, she married Loyd L. West, who passed away on June 20, 1999.

Roberta was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1948.  Her first job was as a secretary at the former Potter County Memorial Hospital in Coudersport, where she met her husband to be, Loyd West. They shared 45 years of marriage until his passing.

Marguerite Ellen Lenze, of Titusville, Florida and formerly of Saint Marys, Pennsylvania, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

The daughter of Eugene Krauss and Marguerite Krauss, Ellen, as she was called by her friends, was born on October 9th, 1938; she was 86.

She is survived by her six married children, Andrew “Rock” and Sharon Lenze, Beth and Ed Seiler, Dave and Lisa Lenze, Jim and Sylvia Lenze, Don and Janet Lenze, and Leo and Leann Lenze; twenty-three grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

Her husband Leo passed in April 2023.

Ellen was a long-time member of Sacred Heart Church. She graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1956 and then from the Dubois Business College with an Associate’s degree. She and Leo, her high school sweetheart, married in 1960 and raised their children on Robson Avenue in St. Marys. She served as a Cub Scout Den Mother and was a fixture at school-related clubs and events for many years.

Kathryn L. Gilbert, 83, of Andover, NY, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira.

She was born May 12, 1941, in Youngstown, OH, the daughter of the late Sherrill and Olive Wise Sager. On October 7, 1961, in Cornplanter, PA, she married John H. Gilbert, who survives.