Obituaries

Ivan A. Wehler, 98, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of S. Michael Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Pinecrest Manor with his family by his side.

He was born on January 3, 1927 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Jost and Anna Caskey Wehler.
On June 16, 1945, he married the late Dorothy McAllister, who preceded him in death on August 3, 2024. Together they walked hand in hand into Heaven and were blessed to share more than 79 years of love, laughter and marriage.

Ivan was a lifelong member of Queen of the World Church and retired from Keystone Carbon Company after more than 46 years of service. He was a veteran of WWII, proudly serving in the United States Navy and was a member of the American Legion. A hard-working, dedicated and caring husband, father, and grandfather, Ivan often worked three jobs to care for his family. Ivan greatly enjoyed sharing his musical talents around town and with the residents of the local nursing homes, always enjoyed bringing a smile to people’s faces.

Patricia E. Causer, 94, of 200 St. Francis Drive, Bradford, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born on August 4, 1930, in Olean NY, she was the daughter of the late Phillip and Marie (McGavisk) Cooney. She was a 1948 graduate of Smethport High School.

On August 13, 1949, she married Norman W. Causer, who passed away on February 25, 2006.

Pat resided in Coleville for many years and attended St. Elizabeth Church until 2004.  She moved to Bradford in 2004 and was a member of St. Bernard Church. She enjoyed restoring furniture and excelled at baking.

Sandra J. Remington, 84, of 13 Chris Drive, Bradford, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025, at The Pavilion at BRMC.

Sandy was born in Williamsport on March 8, 1940.  She was the daughter of the late J. Gerald and Helen (Lacey) Moore.

She was a 1958 graduate of Williamsport High School. She later attended JCC in Olean and earned a Degree in Accounting.

Sandy worked at  KOA Speer Electronics in Accounts Payable and payroll for over 25 years. She retired in 2001.

Frank D. HILLS, 90, of Camp Hill, PA, formerly of Port Allegany, died Monday, February 3, 2025 in Messiah Lifeways, Mechanicsburg.  Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, Port Allegany, PA.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Lawrence M. WALINSKI, 61, of Fillmore, NY, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.  Born August 21, 1963, in Buffalo, he was the son of Zygmund and AnnMarie Wesolowski Walinski. 

He attended Sweet Home High School and was employed by 3M as a machine operator for many years.

Mary E. Himes, 103, of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of Boot Jack Rd., Ridgway, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025.

She was born on June 18, 1921, in Hallton, a daughter of the late Harry M. and Ruby E. Simmerline Lindsey.

On August 31, 1939, She married the late William Wade Himes Sr., who preceded her in death on March 28, 2002. Together they shared over 62 years of love and marriage.

Thomas D. Jones, 73, of Liberty, passed away Tuesday January 28, 2025, at Bradford Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Troy.

He was born October 12, 1951, in Williamsport, PA to Thomas William and Evelyn Louise (Mase) Jones. He earned his bachelor’s degree from East Stroudsburg University, and served as a probation officer in Tioga County.

On August 3, 1991, Tom married Deborah Wesner, with whom he shared 33 years of marriage.

Ivan A. Wehler, 98, a resident of Pinecrest Manor, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025 with his family by his side.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.

Nancy Y. Gleason, 91, of 36 Rockland Avenue, Bradford, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born March 3, 1933, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of the late Donald R. and Ruth (Rogers) Young. She was a 1950 graduate from Mt. Jewett High School.

On December 26, 1953, in St. Francis Church, she married Francis E. “Nut” Gleason, Sr., who died April 9, 2015.

Nancy was employed at Dresser Manufacturing. She also owned and operated along with Rusty Hetrick, Four Seasons Sports Store.

She was a member of St. Bernard Church. She was an avid Bridge player at the Local, State, and National level earning a Life, Bronze, Silver, Ruby, and Gold Life Master along with being a Director.

Patricia Donato Rice

Patricia Graziano Donato Rice, 85, of Warren, PA., died Saturday February 1, 2025, at The Rouse Home after an extended illness. 

She was born November 8, 1939, in Warren, PA.  She was the daughter of Peter and Helyn Morley Graziano.  Patricia was a lifelong Warren area resident and a 1957 graduate of Warren High School.  She was employed with G.T.E. Sylvania from 1965 to 1973, Struthers Wells Corporation from 1973 to 1990 and at the Warren County Assistance Office from 1990 until 2002, retiring from there after 13 years employment.  She worked part time with Northwest Savings Bank.  Patricia was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church.  She was an avid reader.

Joseph W. “Bill” Schaefer, Jr., 82, of Teaberry Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 1, 2025 with his family by his side.

He was born December 10, 1942 in St. Marys, a son of the late J. W. “Bill” Schaefer, Sr. and Viola Young Schaefer.

On November 20, 1965 in Queen of the World Church, Bill married Doris Ann Olson, who survives and together they have enjoyed 59 years of marriage.

Bill was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of Central High School Class of 1960. He was a member of Queen of the World Church.

Barry Wilson Kinney Jr., 58, of Elk Avenue, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born July 29, 1966, in Wrightstown, NJ, he was the son of Barry W. Kinney and the late Darlene M. Kinney.

Barry was a welder by trade and last employed as a laborer for American Axle.  He also enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.

John James Bechakas, 88, of 322 Dawson St., died Tuesday (Jan. 28) in Clearwater Beach, FL. He was born October 21, 1936 in Kane, son of the late James T. and Aglaia Tzivelis Bechakas.  On May 31, 1964 in Siatista, Greece he married the former Toula Sfendonis, who survives.

He graduated from Kane High School in 1955 and Grove City College in 1959.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1962 stationed in Munich, Germany.

After working several years as an accountant the deceased in 1967 formed a partnership with his brother Terry in the family business.  After his brother’s retirement in 1989 John, along with his wife and four sons, continued, expanded and renovated the 1914 family business – Texas Hot Lunch / 4-Sons.  He also was instrumental in starting Kane Beer in 1997.

Thomas R. “Tom” Peterson

Mass of Christian Burial for Thomas Peterson will be held at 11:00 am on Friday February 7, 2025, in St. Joseph R.C. Church 600 Pennsylvania Ave W., Warren, with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, officiating. Family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 am in the Church. Burial will be in Mount Tabor Cemetery, Kane, PA. Please visit www.lewisfuneralhomeinc..com to view a full obituary.

Richard D. Carney, Sr.: Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather

Richard Douglas Carney, Sr., 93, of 4749 Castle Garden Road, Friendship, NY, passed away peacefully at Jones Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loved ones.  Richard, “Dick” to those that knew him, was born on July 10, 1931, in the caretaker’s house behind the Cuba Block Barn to John A. and Julia (Douglas) Carney.  He was the youngest of 14 children, Mary, Lovina, Leona, Violet, Francis, John, Julia, Loretta, Alfred, Harold, Elizabeth “Pete”, Sarah, and Art. and now they are reunited in Heaven.  He shared his birthday with his sister, Mary, born on July 10, 1905. 

On November 12, 1971, in Richburg, NY, he married the former Carolyn Hodge, who survives. 

Dick spent his childhood growing up in Cuba, Clarksville and Friendship. If you ever traveled Route 305 from Clarksville to Portville with him, you know where he went to school – the little school house where he walked barefoot to school, five miles uphill both ways in waist deep snow carrying his sibling’s books and a bear at his heels.   Dick was a graduate of the “school of hard knocks” having traded classroom studies for employment. 

Paul G. Hurler, AKA “Bubbie or “Pete”, age 55 of Knoxville passed away at home on Friday, January 31, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

Born July 27, 1969 in Wellsboro, PA he was the son of Gordon L. and Gloria J. (Davenport) Hurler. Pete graduated in 1988 from Cowanesque Valley High School. He worked for Robs Welding Shop in Coudersport, Watson’s Lumber Yard, Phil Wood’s Lumber, Cunningham Surveyors, David Ulmer Fire Protection and PennDOT. Paul enjoyed riding his bitch, dancing, camping, hanging our with all his great friends and riding on the hill with his ranger. He loved plowing snow in his big truck, music and hunting. He was a member of Gods Country Abate, Iron Reign Riders, Moose Riders, Knoxville Deerfield Fire Company, Elkland Moose and the Ulysses American Legion.

Marilyn (Johnston) McCracken, 84, of Vandalia, Ohio, passed away Sunday, January 12th, 2025, at Kettering Hospital after a short illness. 

She was born on March 11th, 1940, in Swarthmore, PA, daughter of the late Hugh Kirkpatrick and Ivy Gwen (Conner) Johnston. Marilyn and former spouse, Richard J. McCracken shared six children. Marilyn especially loved music and was an active pianist, vocalist and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, for many years. 

Richard Paskey

Richard J. Paskey, 76, of Warren, PA., died Thursday evening, January 30, 2025, at Kinzua Valley Nursing Home, Warren, PA.

Arrangements are through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.

Clarence Frederick

Clarence R. Frederick, 85, of Pleasant Twp., Warren, PA., died Friday morning, January 31, 2025, at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA.

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

Donald Moore

Donald E. Moore, 66, of Warren, PA., died peacefully with his family at his bedside, on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.

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

Esther Kuzminski Warren, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love. She was born May 7, 1944, in Newport, NY, to Michael Joseph and Jeanette E. (Grabowski) Kuzminski. 

Esther is survived by her husband, Bruce Warren; her son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Cyndi (Thompson) Warren; and sister-in-law Elsie Johnston; nine nieces:  Valerie, Pamela, Gabrielle, Michelle, Lisa, Heather, Stacey, Robin, and Tracey; and five nephews:  Bradley, Craig, Benjamin, Christopher, and Aaron.

She was predeceased by her parents; her uncle:  Andrew Kuzminski; sisters:  Wanda Gladwin and Martha LoCurto; father and mother-in-law:  Ivan and Eunice Warren; and sisters-in-law Betty Gibson and Mary Jo Sherlock.