Obituaries

Brenda Lee Fuller-White:  Loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Companion

Brenda Lee Fuller-White, 60 of 3282 Wolf Creek Road, Clarksville, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, March 9, 2025 at home after a lengthy illness.

Born on November 22, 1964, in Warsaw, she was a daughter of Matthew Jack Fuller and Lois Mae Monnon. 

Brenda attended Pioneer Central School.  She had worked for BJ’s Wholesale, the Olean Times Herald, Family Dollar, and Crown-Y Recycling. 

She liked to fish, camping at Allegany State Park, raising her pug dogs who were like her children and diamond art.  She will be remembered as a person that enjoyed helping others, especially through tuff spots.  She loved spending time with her family, watching her hummingbird feeder and the occasional visit from the neighborhood bear.

Shirley A. Stewart, 88, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of Bucktail Road, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 9, 2025. 

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

Elizabeth A. Tucker, 44, of New Castle, formerly of Bradford, passed away on February 22, 2025 at her home.

Beth was a member of the Bradford Area High School’s class of 1999.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Phyllis A. Burt:  Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Sister

Phyllis A. Burt, 88, of Olean, and formerly of Habgood Road, Black Creek, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025 at the Pines Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center after a lengthy illness.

Born on November 17, 1936, in Tuscarora, New York, she was a daughter of Leland and Ruth (Jaggard) Thompson.  On April 9, 1955 she married John W. Burt who predeceased her on February 20, 2005.

Norma Eugenia Schryver-Olean

Norma Eugenia Schryver (Linderman),93, passed away on Wednesday March 5, 2025.

Born on March 4, 1932, she was a daughter of Marion (Brown) Linderman and Norman E. Linderman.

Norma was predeceased by her husband William Morris Schryver, her sons Robert Morris Schryver and Blair William Schryver, and two brothers Jerry Linderman and Ray D. Linderman.

Norma has resided at The Pines Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center since 2019.

Mary C. Wardlaw                “Sgt. 1^st Class”

Mary C. Wardlaw, 81, a lifelong resident of Shinglehouse, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport, after a long illness.

Born on Saturday, August 28, 1943 in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Harold and Helen Cornelius Olson.  On August 10, 1963 in Adams, Colorado, she married William “Bill” Wardlaw, who passed away on January 15, 1983.

Mary was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse.  Upon graduating from high school, Mary enlisted in the US Army in the Women’s Air Corps (WACS).  Her military career spanned nearly 22 years retiring at the rank of Sgt. 1^st Class.  During Mary’s military career, she also was a Red Cross Disaster coordinator, having responded to natural disasters including Hurricane Andrew and Hurricane Hugo.  Also during her reserve years, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, Mary taught CPR and first aid.  

Alice M. Sayers, 97, of 16 Constitution Avenue, Bradford, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025, at Bradford Ecumenical Home. 

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

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Donald G. Felmlee, 84, of 426 Congress Street, Bradford, passed away at Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Bradford Ecumenical Home. 

Born on June 14, 1940, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Donald Felmlee and Ida Mae (Henderson) Reed, he was raised by his mother and stepfather, the late Kenneth L Reed. He was a 1957 graduate from Bradford High School.

On January 3, 1958 he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served in the Bay of Pigs Invasion. During his service he was an Airplane Mechanic with the 431st Air Refueling Squadron. He was honorably discharged on May 25, 1962.

Andrew William Pollard, 60, died peacefully at home after a heroic battle with cancer, on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

He was born on November 16, 1964, in Warren PA to Barbara and William Pollard. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Patricia Pollard, son James Pollard (Karen Carney), niece Hannah Franklin (Jake Weisen), and nephew Ian Franklin (Ashley Taylor). He is preceded in death by his parents and his beloved sister, Anne.

Known for his healing hugs, from which he never let go first; Andrew was a graduate of Warren Area High School. He obtained a master’s degree in Vocal Performance at the University of Rhode Island as well as a master’s in education from Edinboro University.

Rosa L. Martin, 71, of Coudersport, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at UPMC West Shore, Mechanicsburg.  She was born on June 23, 1953, in Coudersport, the daughter of the late Norman K. and Filomena R. (Lagonia) Leete.  Rosa married Michael N. Martin on September 2, 1978, and celebrated 35 years of marriage until his passing on March 10, 2014.  

Rosa was a graduate of Coudersport High School, Class of 1971.  She worked for Pure Carbon for over 40 years.  Rosa was a member of St. Eulalia Catholic Church and the American Legion, Potter Post #192.  She loved caring for her plants, reading, and her grandchildren. 

Tammy Moyer

Tammy L. Moyer, 64, of Russell, PA., and formerly of Bradford, PA., died Wednesday, March 5, 2025, with her parents at her side.

She was born June 22, 1960, in Bradford, PA., she is the daughter of Ronald C. and Joyce M. Day Moyer.  She was a longtime Bradford area resident.  She was a 1978 graduate of Bradford High School.  Tammy was employed for 33 years with Zippo, retiring in 2022.  She loved dogs and cats and volunteered with many fundraisers for No Feline Left Behind and SPCA.  She was a Pampered Chef distributor.  Tammy was an avid college football fan, especially supporting Clemson and Penn State.

Mary C. Wardlaw               

Mary C. Wardlaw, 81, a lifelong resident of Shinglehouse, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport, after a long illness.

Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary

Mary M. Carnes, 69, of Emporium, died unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

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

Walter L.  Green, 74, of Bradford, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at the Olean General Hospital. 

Born on July 25, 1950, in St. Marys, he was a son of the late Guy Kenneth and Margaret Ann (Hackett) Green. He attended school in St. Marys.

On March 19, 1970, he enlisted in the United States Army and served until his honorable discharge on November 7, 1971. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 2 stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 device, the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, and the Metirouis Citation Medal.

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.