Obituaries

Carolyn Kay Dille, 93, of Smethport, passed away Saturday (November 23, 2024) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born September 16, 1931 in East Smethport, the daughter of Howard A. and Margaret A. (Penn) Wright. On April 19, 1974, in the United Methodist Church of Smethport, she married Garvin A. Dille, who died April 25, 2018.

Kay was a graduate of Smethport High School and attended West Brook Academy. She was employed at the Smethport Highway Sheds/Barns, the McKean County Courthouse, and lastly as a book keeper at the Guidance Center in Smethport, PA.

She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport. Kay enjoyed spending time with her family. She will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother, step mother, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother.

Maxine Ruth McFall, 87, of Turtlepoint, passed away peacefully on Saturday (November 23, 2024) at her home in Turtlepoint, with her family by her side.

 She was born September 4, 1937 in Smethport, the daughter of Gerald and Leilla (Daily) Slade. She married Gerald A. McFall, who preceded her in death.

 Maxine attended Smethport Area High School. She had been employed by Ethan Allen, Canoe Place Inn, the Robins Nest, & retired from the Daily Bread Cafe in 2013.

William R. “Bill” Barnett, 83, of Port Allegany, passed away on Sunday (November 24, 2024) at his home surrounded by his family.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Home, Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced.

Dr. Peder J. HANCHER, DDS, 84, of Wellsville, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2024 in his home surrounded by his loving family.  

He had suffered from Frontotemporal Dementia for the last four years.  Born October 9, 1940 in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of James Herman and Eveleth Pedersen Hancher.  A graduate of Holland Central School, he received his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Union College and his DDS from University of Buffalo.  

Donna F. LAMPMAN, 83, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, November 21, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport after a long battle with metastatic breast cancer.  Born April 5, 1941, in Troupsburg, NY, she was the daughter of Albert A. and Elsie M. Bailey Cornish.  

A 1958 graduate of Troupsburg Central School, she was employed by Galeton Production and Electri-Cord in Westfield.  Her interests included tending to her house plants and reading.  She loved spending time with her family.  

John W. Hemphill      “beloved father, son, brother, and uncle”

John W. Hemphill, 66, of Shinglehouse, passed away with his loving family by his side on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in UPMC Hamot, Erie, after a long illness.

Born on Wednesday, February 19, 1958 in Olean, NY, he was a son of William L. “Bill” and Sharon G. Goodman Hemphill.   On July 21, 2000 in Swoyersville, he married Tanya L. Ayers, who passed away on May 20, 2014.

John was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, Class of 1976, in Shinglehouse.  He served in the US Army for 5 years attaining the rank of Buck Sargent.  He served in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and had also was stationed at Dexheim, West Germany.

John held a number of occupations and operated several businesses.  He was a self-employed welder and was also was a factory welder having worked at Dresser-Rand in Olean, NY and Air Pre-Heater in Wellsville, NY.  He was a flight instructor and a commercial pilot.

Gregory C. Barrera, 67, of Rt. 46 in Smethport, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024, at his residence with his wife at his side.

Born in San Gabriel, CA on June 21, 1957, he was a son of Raymond Barrera, Sr., of San Gabriel, CA and the late Vivian (Candela) Barrera.

He was a 1975 graduate of San Gabriel High School.

On June 28, 1978, he joined the United States Army. He spent his four years as a Firefighter, and Food Service Specialist. He was honorably discharged on June 27, 1981.

On September 26, 1998, in Big Bear Lake CA, he married Toni Rae (Lester) Barrera, who survives.

Linda L. Howard, 81, of Russell, Pa, formerly of Neiltown, Pa, died on Saturday November 23, 2024, in St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, Pa.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday November 26, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East Street Warren Pa, 16365.

Funeral services and burial in Neiltown Cemetery will be private and held at the convenience of the family. A complete obituary will be published when its available.

James L. CRAMER, 71, of Bath, NY, formerly of Whitesville, died Thursday, November 21, 2024 in the Steuben Center, Bath. 

Born October 13, 1953, in Hornell, he was the son of Barry C. and M. Barbara Cleveland Cramer.  A graduate of Whitesville Central School, he served honorably in the U.S. Army. 

Through the years, he was employed by Pennsylvania Railroad, Fitzpatrick Poultry Farms, Morrison-Knudsen in Hornell, and as a self-employed logger. 

Surviving are: his mother, M. Barbara Cramer of South Carolina; five children, Jeana (Jason) Wood of Sebastian, FL, Jeremy (Brenda Davenport) Cramer of Genesee, PA, Zachariah Cramer of Whitesville, Ashley Cramer of Rochester, and Christen Cramer of Harrison Valley, PA; six grandchildren, Sarah, Mackenzie, Chelsey, Tyler, Ervin, and Kindbud; ten great-grandchildren; three brothers, Barry Cramer, Jr. of TN, Scott Cramer of SC, and Jon (Stephanie) Cramer of SC; four sisters, Jacqueline Robbins of Whitesville, Penny Bryant of Whitesville, Becky (Johnny) Marlow of NC, and Loni (Paul) Phelps of Whitesville; nieces and nephews.  

He was predeceased by his father; and three siblings, Terry Cramer, Joseph Cramer, and Paul Cramer. 

Services will be private.  Cremation was at OLNEY-FOUST Private Crematory.  

Memorials may be made to the SPCA serving Allegany County.  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

Maxine Ruth McFall, 87, of Turtlepoint, passed away peacefully on Saturday (November 23, 2024) at her home in Turtlepoint, with her family by her side.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 10 AM-12 Noon at the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 N Main St., Port Allegany, where  funeral services will start at 12 noon, with the Rev. James Kazimer, Pastor of the First Church of God, Eldred, officiating.  

Burial will be in the Annin Creek Cemetery, Turtlepoint.     

Memorials may be made to McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave. Bradford, PA 16701, Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.  

William Bucky McKee IV

William Bucky McKee IV, 54, of Warren, Pa, died on Saturday November 23, 2024, in his home.

A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., Warren, Pa.

John A. “Jack” Grube, 89 of 100 High Point Dr., passed away Friday (Nov. 15) at in the Lutheran Home at Kane. Born Oct. 6, 1935, in Punxsutawney, he was the son of the late Russell and Ellen (Shirk) Grube.  

After graduating from Cameron County High School in 1955 Jack entered the Air Force and was stationed at Scott’s Air Force Base in Illinois. On June 8, 1956, in Belleville, IL he married his high school sweetheart, Donna Caton, who survives. Upon returning he worked for many years at the Quality Market, Market Basket, and was the Food Service Director for The Nutrition Group in Kane and Brockway. After “retiring” he worked for the KASD providing specialized transportation for many years. He was a past member of the Kane Lions Club, the Men’s Chorus, and participated in several productions of the Kane Players. He was also a member of the Kane Sports Boosters being inducted into the Sports Boosters Hall of Fame after nearly 50 years of working the chain gang and running the clock for football and running the time clock for basketball, volleyball, and wrestling. He was a very active member of St. John’s Episcopal Church where he held several organizational positions. Jack was awarded the Ambassador of Peace medal for missionary work in Spain along with his good friend, the Rev. Stephen Shuart.

Joanne M. Monroe, age 66, of Westfield, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at UPMC Williamsport. Born August 3, 1958 in Blossburg, she was the daughter of the late Maynard and Frances (VanSkiver) Gunn.

She married Alexander H. Monroe, who passed away at the age of 22 in 1984. Joanne’s children and grandkids were her life. She loved all things outdoors; camping, going to the Asaph or Hills Creek State Park, music around the bonfires and rides around the hill looking for deer. Joanne enjoyed talking and gossiping with her friends.

Debora S. Catalone, 70, of Emporium, PA passed away at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Wednesday night (November 20, 2024) following a lengthy illness. She was born November 21, 1953 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Herman and Martha A. Card Clark. On October 12, 1982 in Emporium, PA she married Dale Catalone, who survives.

Debbie attended Cameron County High School and worked as a nursing aid at various places throgh the years in Emporium. She enjoyed riding through with her family and going camping. She enjoyed anything outdoors.

Patricia  L. Focht, 75, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois, DuBois, PA on Tuesday (November 19, 2024) afternoon with her family by her side. She was born April 16, 1949 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of the late Minard Sprung and Ruth Ford Sprung Ronco. 

Pat graduated from Cameron County High School. She retired from Motor Coil where she worked for many years.  She enjoyed golfing, playing cards, traveling and going to the beach. She lived life to the fullest and especially loved spending time with her family and friends and her beloved cat.  

Anthony P. Magnetti, 81, formerly of Gates Hollow, Bradford, passed away, Wednesday November 20, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Gretchen H. Rhoads, 74, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at her residence.

She was born on April 17, 1950, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Isaac L. and Phyllis J. McKay Smith.

Gretchen was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from St. Marys High School, class of 1969. She found joy in spending time with loved ones, nurturing her beloved dogs, immersing herself in the tranquility of fishing, and tending to her vibrant garden.

Donna F. LAMPMAN, 83, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, November 21, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.  

A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  

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

Phillip E. Frair

Phillip E. “Phil” Frair, 85, of Shinglehouse, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 18, 2024, in his home in Murrells Inlet, SC.

Born on Sunday, June 11, 1939 in Olean, NY, he was a son of Herman and Content Tarr Frair. On December 7, 1957 in Shinglehouse, he married Vivien K. Gustin, who survives.

Phil was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, Class of 1957. He was employed as an engineer at Dresser Industries in Bradford until his retirement.

Phil was a member of Myrtle Gospel Tabernacle in Myrtle, PA and also a member of the Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle in Coudersport, PA. In his younger years, Phil enjoyed playing golf, camping, riding motorcycles, and bowling. His greatest love was his faith in the Lord and enjoying time with his family.

Velma A. Bridge, 93, formerly of 2174 West Washington St. Bradford, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home. 

Born May 19, 1931, in Bradford a daughter of the late Stillman S. and Freda Z. (Knight) Lewis.

Velma was a 1949 graduate of Bradford High School.

On September 30, 1950, in Allegany NY, she married LeRoy L. “Willy” Bridge who preceded her in death on July 14, 2002.

Gretchen Rhodes, 74, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at her residence.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes and Cremation Services.

RICHARD K BRUNNER   1946 – 2024

-Richard Brunner, died Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville, NY.  He was born February 9, 1946 in Olean, NY, the son of Edward and Helen (Duffy) Brunner of Allegany, NY.

On May 15, 1982 in Obi, NY he married Bonita (Bixby) Brunner of Portville, NY.  They celebrated their 42nd anniversary earlier this year. 

Sue Anne Pupo, 93, of 17 Sullivan Road, Bradford, passed away Tuesday November 19, 2024, at Olean General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born May 31, 1931, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late John J. and Susan (Kutchmire) Dudick.

She was a 1949 graduate of St. Bernard High School, and a lifelong member of St. Bernard Church.

On June 9, 1956, in St. Bernard Church, she married Louis A. “Lou” Pupo, who preceded her in death on May 26, 2016.

Velma A. Bridge, 93, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home. 

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Elmer Gatecloux, 87, formerly of Bradford, a resident of Snyder Memorial Health Care in Marienville, since January 30, 2023, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at the facility.

Anyone with knowledge of Elmer’s deceased sister Debra Bennett, or her children is asked to call Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. at 814-362-6643.