Obituaries

David Lee Bennett, Sr., 79, of 47 Corwin Lane, Bradford, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, at UPMC Cole Hospital in Coudersport unexpectedly.

Born on May 29, 1945, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Charles and Bernice (Burt) Bennett, III, and was a 1964 graduate from Bradford High School.

On July 18, 1964, at the Bradford East End Presbyterian Church, David married his high school sweetheart, Irona Mae (Ramer) Bennett, who survives.

David worked at Kendall-Witco Refinery where he retired in 1998 after 25 years.

He was a member of the Masonic Lodge 749 of Bradford, where he served two years as Worshipful Master in 2020-2021. David was also a member of the Bradford American Legion Post 108.

He was known for being an avid camper, including being a member of the Targle Foote Camp Club. Along with being a camper, David loved the outdoors and hunted his whole life. David was also known as “Mr. Fix-It” when it came to repairing lawn mowers and watches. Above all, David loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Kaye L. Little, 85, of Columbia Hill Road, Smethport, passed away peacefully Friday, January 10, 2025, at her home, with her family by her side.

Born August 2, 1939, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Myra (Lineman) Newman.

Kaye was a 1957 graduate of Bradford Area High School.

On August 20, 1960, she married Bernard J. Little at the Sawyer E.U.B. Church in Bradford. They were married for 51 years until his death.  

Kaye was a Military Wife and a Homemaker. She lived all over the United States and Germany, making a loving home wherever they were stationed. Kaye was a member of the United Methodist Church of Smethport and a member of the Phoenix Chapter No. 15 Order of the Eastern Star. Her family was everything to Kaye. She loved spending time with family, whether it be at events or just sitting around talking at the kitchen table. Kaye was also extremely supportive of all of her son’s sports and activities, rarely ever missing any events. She loved gardening and especially growing and caring for flowers. Kaye also enjoyed canning vegetables from the garden and apple butter from her own apple trees. She truly loved Christmas and always made it special with making Christmas cookies, hard rock candy, and incredible meals. 

Gerald Eugene “Jerry” Brennen, Jr., 82, of 419 Gay Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, on Monday, January 13, 2025 at his residence.

Jerry was born February 11, 1942 in St. Marys, son of the late Gerald and Edna Wolfel Brennen, Sr.  He was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1960.  He was an employee at Speer Carbon Company where he served as Plant Manager and retired from the company in 2000.  Jerry was a proud veteran of the United States Army Reserve and United States Air Force.

On February 16, 1963, at Sacred Heart Church, Jerry married Ethel “Ann” Ford, who survives.  They were blessed to share sixty-one years of marriage.

Beverly A. Harnish, 92, of Wellsboro, passed away peacefully, Monday, January 13, 2025, at the Green Home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on December 21, 1932, in Morris, the daughter of the late Prosper E. and Anita Irene (VanZandt) Yohe.  She married Robert B. Harnish on May 11, 1985. 

Beverly graduated from Wellsboro High School, Class of 1952.  She was a retired L.P.N., she worked for the Blossburg State Hospital from 1956-1972, and the North Penn Comprehensive Health Services from 1973-1997.  Beverly attended the Coolidge Hollow United Methodist Church, she was a member of the Cowanesquee Chapter #33 Order of the Eastern Star, Westfield.  She volunteered with Laurel Home Health and Hospice from 2000-2016.  She enjoyed time at Hickory Hill Camping Resort in Bath, NY, gardening, bird watching, reading, her black labs, and holidays with her grandchildren, especially hiding eggs for the Easter egg hunt.

Steven L. GOSS, 65, of Shinglehouse, PA, died Friday, January 10, 2025 in Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.  

Born February 13, 1959, in Canandaigua, NY, he was the son of Kennard E. “Shorty” and Irene M. Romig Goss.  A U.S. Army Veteran, he served honorably from 1976 – 1979.  He was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic by L.C. Whitford in Wellsville.  Steve was a member of American Legion Post #530 in Shinglehouse.  

Phyllis N. Bonneau, age 94 passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025 at the Sena Kean Manor with her son and 2 daughters at her side.

Born in Roulette on October 10, 1930 to Harry arid Amelia (Peterson) Johnson.

Phyllis lived a long and fulfilling life. She could light up any room with her pretty blue eyes and bright smile. Phyllis spent most of her life working as a nurse’s aide with the elderly. Even after retirement, Phyllis would go into private homes to care for people.

Phyllis married Bob Cornelius on May 5, 1946 who passed away November 5, 1970. Phyllis then remarried to Ted Bonneau in the summer of 1976, Ted passed away December 19,2017.

Joan M. (Copp) Carson, age 90, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025.  She was born on March 12, 1934, in Wellsboro, PA, the daughter of the late Russell and Mary (Harding) Copp, stepmother Wilda Eberenz, and was married to her high school sweetheart, the late William L. “Bill” Carson. Joan graduated from Wellsboro Area High School, worked at Whitmer’s Fashion in Wellsboro, and was a member of the Wellsboro United Methodist Church. 

She was devoted to her family, always caring deeply for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Joan enjoyed reading, tending her flower beds, and baking cookies to share with her loved ones. Her kitchen was a welcoming place, always filled with conversation, laughter, and good company.

Robert A. Raught of 200 Pleasant Street, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at the Olean General Hospital following an illness.

Bob was born January 8, 1954 in Kane, PA and was the son of Donald E. and Margaret Audine Mulvihill Raught.  Bob married Phyllis Jean Freeman who predeceased him on October 22, 2002.

Bob worked with his dad at his body shop, Don’s Body and he also worked other various jobs.

Kaye L. Little, 85, of Columbia Hill Smethport, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at her residence, with her family by her side.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Richard “Dick” J. Cavallero, 85, of Bradford, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on March 1, 1939, in Bradford, he was the son of the late Dominic Francis and Mary Margaret (Persichini) Cavallero.

On June 20, 1969, in Bradford, he married Ann (Freaney) Cavallero, who survives.

Dick graduated in 1957 from St. Bernard Catholic High School. After high school, he was employed by Felmont Oil before completing the 10-week Basic Field Course for Municipal Policemen. He then began his 38-year career with the City of Bradford Police Department on May 21, 1962, serving as Chief of Police for 10 of those years until his retirement on January 1, 2001

Richard D. Hixenbaugh, 77, of Smethport, passed away Friday (January 10, 2025) at Olean General Hospital.

He was born October 14, 1947 in Smethport, the son of Floyd K. and Lula (Himelrick) Hixenbaugh. He was married to Nancy Conley on April 20, 1974. She died on September 26, 2018.

Richard was a graduate of Smethport Area High School and had worked over the years in several places as a produce manager.

He was a member of the American Legion; Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport. He enjoyed playing guitar and singing, spending time with family, and riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles. He was an avid hunter and gun fanatic.

Phyllis Bonneau, 94, of Smethport, passed away on Monday (January 13, 2025) at Sena Kean Manor, Smethport, with family by her side.

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

Catherine (Kay) Rhodes passed away and went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 10,2025 after very brief illness.. Catherine was born October 25, 1931 in Snowden, Pa, to John and Anne (Swenson) Brown, whom preceded her in death. Catherine married Daniel Rhodes in 1949 in Meadville Pa, he preceded her in death in 1997. She resided with her son Gary and Daughter in Law Joyce in Wilcox, Pa.

Carolyn Washburn      “beloved mother and grandmother”

Carolyn Washburn, 79, of Olean, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, after a brief illness.

Born on Friday, July 20, 1945 in Shinglehouse, she was a daughter of Gerald E. Stonemetz and Edna M. Dean Stonemetz. 

Carolyn was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse, PA.  She was employed at The Rehabilitation Center in Olean, retiring after many years of service.

Carolyn attended church throughout her lifetime, being a faithful servant of God.  She was an avid reader and crafter.  She was a wonderful baker.  Her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Donna M. Kosick, 75, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
She was born on April 22, 1949 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Francis “Frank” and Dorothy Baumgratz Skok.
On April 1, 2003, she married the late James Kosick, who preceded her in death in 2013.

Donna was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, class of 1967. She attended beauty school and then worked for a number of years as the Office Manager at Lusko Plating in Ridgway. Donna proudly served as a Supervisor for Spring Creek Township, retiring from her position in 2024. In her free time, Donna loved reading and her companionship with her beloved dog, Bella.

Gary Lee Brumagin, 71, of North Warren, PA, died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 2, 2025, in Warren General Hospital.

He was born in Westfield, New York on May 12, 1953, the son of the late James R. and Rhea E. VanGeem Brumagin. Gary had resided in Warren for 63 Years. He was a graduate of Warren Area High School. He worked for the former Rexnord as a software engineer. He also called western style square dancing for 40 years.

Gary was very active in the community theatre group Warren Players as an actor, builder, set crew, and former president. He also enjoyed woodworking, gardening, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

On October 20, 1984, Gary married the former Dixie L. Blair, in Warren.

Mary C. Urbanski, 79, of Warren, Pa, died on Friday January 10, 2025, in the Warren Manor. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, in St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. W. Warren, Pa, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating.

Family will receive friends from 10:30 to 11:00 am in the church. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren, Pa.

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

Danny E. Fox, 81, of 286 School Street Rixford, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born August 9, 1943, in Olean, NY, he was a son of the late Clyde Thomas and Dorothy Maxine (Schwab) Fox. Danny was a 1961 graduate of Otto Eldred High School.

On February 21, 1964, in the Bradford EUB Church, he married Patricia Lee (Krafton) Fox who survives.

He worked at Speer Electronics and Quaker State Refinery as a gauger.

Danny was a lifetime member of Rixford EUB Church. In his younger years he was an avid hunter. He belonged to an ATV club and enjoyed going for rides in the area. He also loved playing softball for the Old Timers softball league and was one of the original members of the Little Nippers.  He mostly enjoyed spending time with his family. Danny was a kind and loving husband and father.

Mary M. Rae, 98, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family.

Born on June 14, 1926, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Charles F. and Elizabeth A. (Donnelly) McCarthy. She was a 1944 graduate from St. Bernard’s High School.

On June 14, 1952, in St. Bernard Church, she married Daniel J. Rae, who preceded her in death on July 8, 1978.

From 1947 to 1950, Mary was employed at Zippo, and from 1950 to 1953 worked for Lee Minter at Keta Gas and Oil. She was then employed at the Blaisdell Foundation as a teacher’s aide. In 1968, she started as a supervisor at Futures. Then in 1972 she was promoted to the Executive Director of Futures until 1998. From 1998 to 2006, she was the Vice President of Development of the Endowment at Futures.

Michael F. Kemick, 93, of 3 Anthony Lane, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Born August 16,1931, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Ed C. Kemick and Florence M. (Roberts). Michael was a 1950 graduate from Bradford High School.

On January 1, 1951, he enlisted in the United States Army Air Force. He served with the 3707th Training Squadron and was honorably discharged.

On May 12, 1956, in Bradford, he married Joan G. (Hane) Kemick who preceded him in death on November 17, 2018.