Donald A. Colebert, 89, of Duke Center, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at his home.
He was born on November 27, 1936 in Olean, NY; a son of the late Harry and Mary Kerr Colebert.
He was a 1955 graduate of the former Otto High School.
On May 17, 1958 in St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, Eldred, he married Barbara J. Snyder who survives.
He was a United States Air Force veteran who served from 1957 until his honorable discharge in 1961.
He was a member of St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, Otto Township Lion’s Club, Life member of the Otto Township Volunteer Fire Department where he was a former ambulance Captain, Life member of the Moose Club and a member of the American Legion. He loved going camping in the summer at the Onoville Marina and the All Adventures Campground, Friendship, NY with his wife.
He was employed by IBEW Local 5 for 13 years prior to working for Dresser-Rand, Olean, NY until his retirement in 1999.
Dr. Stephen “Steve” Lawrence GUYNUP, 58, of Wellsville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on January 18, 2026 at his home. Born on August 7, 1967 to Barbara “Barb” Ann Guynup (née Grimes) and Carl Clarence Guynup of Haddon Heights, New Jersey, Steve was the family’s youngest child. He is survived by siblings Amy, Anne, Peter, and Polly.
Throughout his New Jersey upbringing, Steve often spent summers in the Wellsville house, then owned by his grandparents and surrounded by dairy farms. He would, however, return – years later – to care for his aging, widowed mother. The whole family valued this act of love and dedication, as it enabled Barb to live out her remaining years in the town where she was raised.
Steve’s choices in life – educational, professional, and personal – reflected his singular, fundamentally creative view of the world.
Never bound by rigid thinking, one popular family story recalls when he, as a small child, attempted to construct a full-scale hang glider inside the basement. Following graduation from Haddon Heights High School, Steve obtained a Bachelor of Science in fine and applied arts (Rochester Institute of Technology), a Master of Science in information design and technology (Georgia Institute of Technology), and a doctorate in design and communications (University of Baltimore).
Early in his studies, Steve grew captivated by the nascent field of virtual reality (VR) modeling. VR provided him with an experimental, world-building medium through which he could technologically innovate and tell stories. He frequently based projects on poetry, including the works of William Blake, remarking once that “poems have always been great tools for breaking apart and understanding reality, and virtual reality is no different.”
Steve became an award-winning VR designer, having contributed significantly to the immersive art movement. And, as a published academic and committed educator, he fostered subsequent generations of VR developers – who are now a key part of his legacy.
Steve’s brother and sisters extend their heartfelt gratitude to all who embraced Steve – including the Wellsville community that welcomed him, particularly those at the Wellsville Creative Arts Center and the David A. Howe Public Library.
There will be a family memorial service this spring at Grimes District Cemetery in Port Allegany, PA.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust & Embser Funeral Homes & Cremation, 34 West State Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Troy E. SIMMONS, 54, of Westfield, PA, died Monday, April 6, 2026 in Guthrie Corning Hospital, Corning, NY. Born March 2, 1972, in Wellsboro, he was the son of Robert J. and Barbara K. Lee Simmons. A 1991 graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, he was employed by Westfield Tanning Company, Dresser-Rand, and Cowanesque Recycling.
His daughter and grandchildren were his pride and joy. He cherished time with family and friends. Troy loved riding motorcycle and being in a garage working on vehicles and projects.
Surviving are: his mother, Barbara Simmons of Westfield; a daughter, Haylee (Dakota) Gigee of Knoxville; five grandchildren, Ariah Gigee, Amree Gigee, Adeline Gigee, Alayna Gigee, and Alice Gigee; his significant other, Crystal Wadsworth of Woodhull, NY; four siblings, Trisha (Linda Stephens) Stratton of Granbury, TX, Tracy (Marcelle) Simmons of Fairfield, Tina (John) Huse of Winchester, VA, and Tara (Charles) Kibbe of Harrison Valley; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his father; and a son, Kolby Geffers. A gathering to celebrate Troy’s life will be held on a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Frances K. Stilson “beloved mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law”
SHARON CENTER, PA—Frances K. “Fran” Stilson, 84, of Sharon Center, passed away unexpectedly after suffering an apparent heart attack on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born on Sunday, June 8, 1941 in Chrystal, she was a daughter of Linwood Earl and Margaret Dunshie Hyde. On July 22, 1961 in Chrystal, she married John M. Stilson, who passed away on April 27, 2016.
Fran was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, Class of 1959, in Shinglehouse. Early in her working career, Fran was employed by the former Pan American World Airways in Long Island City, NY, as a reservationist, booking passengers on various overseas flights. She spent the majority of her career as a legal secretary/office manager. She had formerly served as a secretary for the Sharon Township supervisors.
Fran was a member of the Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle Church. Her greatest loves were her family and church.
Left to cherish her memory are three children, Tammy A. (Mark) Perkins of Wilmington, PA, Chris P. (Connie) Stilson of Bolivar, NY, and Phil E. (Lisa) Stilson of Millport; six grandchildren, Dalacy Perkins, Jeremy Perkins, Andrew Perkins, Kristen Stilson, Trevor Stilson, and Lexie Stilson; eight great-grandchildren, Lillian Kreider, Alex Kreider, Aiden Hudson, Paxton Perkins, Kunal Perkins, Taeson Stilson, Kayden Stilson, and Roeshen Perkins; a brother, Donald (Patricia) Hyde of Eleven Mile; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Fran was predeceased by a daughter-in-law, Dawn Stilson; a great-grandson, Taydan Stilson; three sisters, Barbara Van Pelt, Virginia Sturdevant, and Patricia Todd; and a brother, Douglas Hyde.
Family and friends may gather from 9am to 11am on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Coudersport Gospel Tabernacle Church, 420 Rt 6 W, Coudersport, where funeral services will follow at 11am with Pastor John Minor, officiating. Private burial services will be held in the Chrystal Cemetery, Eleven Mile, with Pastor Fred Kemp, of Potter County Baptist Church, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Fran’s name may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Fran’s family entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Fran, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page
Port Allegany – A Celebration of Life for Virginia “Ginger” Andreano, 82, of Port Allegany, who passed away on Monday (January 12, 2026), will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday April 11, 2026, at the Port Allegany Alliance Church, 414 E. Mill St, Port Allegany, with the Rev. Michael Culver, officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Port Allegany – A Celebration of Life for Jo Ann Boller, 94, of Greenville, formerly of Port Allegany, who passed away Tuesday (January 6, 2026), will be held in St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church. 116 Arnold Ave., Port Allegany, PA on Saturday, April 11th with visitation from 10:00AM – 11:00AM with services starting at 11:00AM
Memorials, if desired, may be made to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church or the S.W. Smith Library, both of Port Allegany. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Lois June McGuire, 98, of Bradford, formerly of Corwin Lane, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on March 31, 2026, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
June was born June 4, 1927, in Bradford, a daughter of Charles and Bernice (Spangler) Confer.
She graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1946.
On June 23, 1951, in Bradford, she married John “Jack” McGuire. They built a beautiful family of three children who will keep her legacy alive.
June worked various places throughout her career. She worked at the Dairybar on South Kendall Avenue, where she met the love of her life. June and Jack went on to own a small convenience store on South Kendall Avenue. She loved shopping and beautiful clothes, which led her to get a job at Tate’s clothing store on Main Street, and later at The Carousel clothing store. June also worked in the business office of the Bradford Regional Medical Center and in the cafeteria at Fretz Middle School.
She was a founding member of Sawyer Evangelical Church. She was proud to serve in various areas including teaching Sunday School and was a loyal prayer warrior. June loved sending cards to her church family and those in need of a smile. She enjoyed bowling in different leagues with her husband and family. June also loved tending to her flower beds around her home.
June was a devoted mother, grandmother and friend. She loved fiercely and would do anything for the people she loved. She enjoyed any time she was able to spend with family. Nobody put a smile on her face quite like her grandchildren could. June was incredibly proud of her children and grandchildren’s accomplishments and bragged of them any chance she got. From trips to Erie to spend Christmas Eve putting together toys for her grandchildren to find under the Christmas tree the next morning or going to any garage sale she could find with her daughter and granddaughter, June was always up for an adventure and brought enjoyment and smiles to any room she walked into.
Christmas was June’s favorite holiday, and you wouldn’t have to walk far into her home to know that about her. Her love of collectable Santas and Christmas mugs will be passed down to her family to cherish for years to come.
Most of all, June loved the Lord. That love overflowed into every aspect of her life and made any time spent with her such a treasured memory. Her life was full of testaments of God’s grace, faithfulness, and love right up until she took her last breath and entered into eternity with Him. While her family will spend the rest of their lives missing her, June is celebrating her homecoming seeing her loved ones she has so greatly missed and seeing her Savior face to face. Her family finds peace and comfort in knowing she is whole and healthy once again.
Remaining to cherish June’s memory are her children, Jack McGuire of Bradford, Tom (Eileen) McGuire of Erie, and Patti (John) Droney of Bradford; grandchildren, Amy Learn, John (Megan) McGuire, Ali (Alex) Nadolsky, Kristen McGuire and Mandi Droney; great-grandchildren, Emma Learn, Kennedy and Emery McGuire, Jack and Madison Nadolsky; sister-in-law Anna Confer; and several nieces and nephews.
Welcoming June home in heaven are her husband, John “Jack” McGuire, her parents Charles and Bernice Confer, siblings Floyd (Carolyn) Confer, Bill (Shirley) Confer, Marion Confer, and Nellie Confer.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street and again on Thursday, from 9:30 to 10:30 am in the Sawyer Evangelical Church, where at 10:30 am funeral services will be held with Pastor Homer Williams, officiating. A luncheon will follow the service. Interment will be in Saint Bonaventure Cemetery in Allegany, NY.
Janet S. Goebl, 79, of N. Nookside Lane, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her residence surrounded by family.
Born on December 21, 1946, in Cadillac, MI, a daughter of the late Joe and Fran (Cleary) Breidenstein.
She was a 1965 graduate from Cadillac High School. She then attended Ferris State Junior College.
On June 21, 1969, in Cadillac, MI, Janet married Mark Goebl, who survives.
She was employed at Futures as a Personal Aide. She was a member of St. Bernard Church, the Catholic Woman Club, the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, for over 35 years and the Welcome Wagon.
Janet loved to spend time and buy gifts and clothes for her grandchildren. She also loved to spend time with her dogs, and to bake, especially when it came to making her legendary Christmas cookies. Janet cherished her Irish heritage, and she loved to travel. She visited Ireland, China, Italy, and Mexico. Janet also enjoyed sailing, kayaking, and their antique car collection.
Surviving in addition to her husband Mark of 57 years, is one daughter, Elizabeth ‘Libby’ (Ken) Thelen, of Mechanicsburg; three sons: Michael (Kay) Goebl, of Akron, OH, Patrick (KC) Goebl, of Mars, Timothy (Michelle) Goebl, of Scarborough, ME; eight grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by one sister, Sally Kimball; three brothers: Terry Breidenstein, Patrick Breidenstein, Thomas Breidenstein; and one grandson, Joshua Holly.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., 33 South Avenue, from 3 pm to 5 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 10, 2026, at St. Bernard Church, at 10 am, with Rev. John Jacquel as celebrant.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids with Cancer PO Box 1299, Bradford, PA, 16701, or to charity of the donor’s choice.
Dayle Kevin Newton, 69, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Bradford Manor.
Kevin was born in Izmia, Turkey on December 8, 1956, he was a son of the late Dayle and Jean (Haven) Newton.
On July 15, 2000, in Rew, he married Pamela A. (Warren) Newton, who survives.
He was a 1974 graduate of Bradford High School, and a graduate of Clarion State College and Lycoming University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
Kevin worked at Prudential Insurance Company after graduating.
On February 2, 1988, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was wounded in Iraq. While in the service he was a Linguist. He was honorably discharged on May 1, 1992.
After his discharge he began working at the United States Post Office as the Postmaster in the Bradford Office. He was a member of the American Legion Post 108 of Bradford and the Veterans of Foreign War Post 212 of Bradford.
Kevin attended the Evans Memorial United Methodist Church in Lewis Run, the American Legion Post 108, and the Veterans of Foreign War Post 212 of Bradford.
Surviving in addition to his wife Pam who he has been with for over 30 years,are two step sons, Ryan Neilly, of Bradford, and Daniel Neilly, of Winter Park FL, one granddaughter, Ayla Neilly, two sisters, Karen Pennington, of Bradford, and Cheryl (Trever) Wingard, of Pittsburgh, one brother, Steve (Patty) Newton, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Mary Denise.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday April 8, 2026, from 4 pm to 6 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave. in Bradford, at 6 pm funeral services will be held with with Rev. Steven Beattie, Pastor of the United Pentecostal Church of Olean NY, officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids and Cancer PO Box 1299 Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Patricia J. Johnson, 94, formerly of Houston Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born on September 1, 1931, a daughter of the late Vern Van Order, Sr., and Ruth Senior Van Order.
On March 31, 1951, she married the late Neil Johnson, who preceded her in death on July 7, 2021. Together they were blessed with more than 70 years of marriage.
Pat was a graduate of Wilcox High School, class of 1949. She was a longtime and faithful member of the St. Marys Methodist Church, where her presence was felt in countless meaningful ways. Whether she was singing in the choir, heading up the Women’s Bible Circle, or cooking delicious foods for the bereavement luncheons, Pat was well known and her hands were always ready to serve others. Beyond her church, she found joy in life’s simple pleasures, such as camping or sitting around the table for a lively game of cards. Her greatest joy, however, was her family. She treasured every moment spent together, creating memories filled with laughter and love. In a quiet moment, she loved to watch the cardinals, finding peace and beauty in their gentle presence. Though she was a quiet woman, her life was marked by service, warmth, and unwavering faith-a legacy that will live on in all who knew her.
Pat is survived by five children; Gail (Ralph) Palmer of Mechanicsburg, Marjorie (David) Fitzgerald of Kersey, Jeffery (Linda) Johnson of St. Marys, Rebecca (Scott) Wickett of Ridgway, and Andrew (Sharon) Johnson of DuBois; and by her ten loved grandchildren; Shawn Washinger, Abbye Palmer-Pugnetti, Gregory Fitzgerald, Amy Young, Trisha Fisk, Matthew Johnson, Amanda Benini, Logan Wickett, Ryan Johnson, Nathan Johnson and by four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister; Carol Miller of Jersey Shore, as well as by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Patricia was preceded in death by a grandson; Hunter Wickett, by one brother; Vern Van Order, Jr., and one sister; Phyllis Gausman.
Funeral Services for Patricia J. Johnson will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the St. Marys Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Zilhaver officiating.
Burial will follow in the Parklawn Memorial Gardens in Ridgway.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Marys Methodist Church.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com
Leon L. DUNHAM, 90, of Westfield, PA, died Monday, March 30, 2026 in the Green Home, Wellsboro. Born August 10, 1935, in Westfield, he was the son of LeRoy F. and Rose R. Cary Dunham.
Leon was employed by Eberle Tannery in Westfield for 49 years.
Surviving are: two children, Terry (Paula) Dunham and Tanya (Dave) Nudd, both of Westfield; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; a sister, Shirley D. (Bill) Davis of Ellisburg; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Marlene E. Lampman Dunham; his second wife, Bonita “Bonnie” Houghtaling Seeley Dunham; and a son, Mitchell Lee Dunham.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 4:00 PM. Rev. Timothy H. Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Champlin Cemetery, Westfield.
Memorials may be made to Crary Hose Co., 429 E. Main Street, Westfield, PA 16950. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Ruth K. COVERT, 86, of Smethport, PA, died Saturday, March 28, 2026 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born May 27, 1939, in Smethport, she was the daughter of Robert N. and Bertha M. Carey Barr. On January 15, 1957, in Coudersport, she married Alan Arthur Covert, who predeceased her on December 20, 2005.
Ruth was devoted Christian and attended the Hilltop Baptist Church as well as the Old Swedish Mission in Smethport. Ruth was a 45-year board/life member of the McKean Co Fair Association, board/life member of the McKean Co Historical Society where her research was invaluable for many families searching for their family roots in McKean County as well as supporting research for several books including, “All for the Union.”
She was also a gifted writer, penning multiple historical articles and narratives. Ruth was a board/life member of Fairmount Cemetery Association and also a board member for many years of the Smethport Food Bank, Order of the Eastern Star, Phoenix Chapter #15, and the Smethport Area Piecemakers’ Quilters Guild. Her family will miss her terribly but rejoice that she now sits in God’s Light.
Surviving are: a son, Douglas (Diana) Covert of Farmers Valley; a daughter, Lisa (Dave) Haight of Bradford; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by two daughters, Kimberly C. Baker and infant daughter, Karie L. Covert; two brothers, Charles R. Barr and James F. Barr; and two sisters, Edna R. Windsor and Florence B. Carter.
A private graveside service will be in Fairmount Cemetery, Farmers Valley. Memorials may be made to Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities, 269 Nickler Road Emporium, PA 15834 or online at www.ccoya.org or to Mt. Jewett Memorial Library, 7 E. Main St., P.O. Box Y, Mt. Jewett, PA 16740.
CERES. PA—-Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life for Linea M. Taylor, 81, of Ceres, at 11am on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the First Baptist Church, 120 W. Academy Street, Shinglehouse. Pastor Clint Pearsall will officiate.
Linea passed away on February 3, 2026.
Linea’s family entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, Funeral Director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
Crystal N. Welch “beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and daughter”
Crystal N. Welch, 57, of Shinglehouse, passed away unexpectedly after a short battle with cancer on Monday, March 30, 2026, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born on Sunday, March 16, 1969 in Newport Beach, California, she was a daughter of Howard L. and Barbara Dillard McCallon. On July 2, 2000 in Shinglehouse, she married Alvin N. Welch, Jr., who survives.
Crystal was employed for 25 years at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital and UPMC Cole in Coudersport as a Pharmacy Technician. She was employed for a short time by Daniels Learning Center in Coudersport until becoming ill.
She enjoyed personalized crafting. Crystal’s greatest love was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Alvin; her mother, Barbara McCallon of California; five children, David (Jessica) Welch and Jeremy Welch, both of Shinglehouse, Brandon (Bridget Dowling) Welch of Port Allegany, Brianna (Travis) Wilson of Coudersport, and Michael Welch of Shinglehouse; fourteen grandchildren, Dawson, Leelynn, Braelie, Joseph, Natalie, Aaron, Oliver, Milo, John, Piper, Gracelyn, Attila, Shaunna, and Nikole; a sister, Lyra Clark of California; several nieces and nephews; and many special friends.
In addition to her father, Crystal was predeceased by a grandson, Wesley A. Welch.
There will be no public visitation. Crystal’s celebration of life will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Crystal’ name may be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation at www.give.bcrf.org
Crystal’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Crystal, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Darlene M. McMahon, 74, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026 at the Pavilion at BRMC.
She was born on December 24, 1951 in Brandy Camp; a daughter of the late, Lewis and Emma VanCuren Herbstritt.
Darlene enjoyed volunteering at Destinations, Bradford for the past several years.
She is survived by three daughters, Candy Sikes, Bobbi (Chris) Wixson and Tammy McMahon all of Bradford; one sister, Gloria Lupold of Bradford; one Brother, Glenn Herbstritt of Erie and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents; she was also preceded in death by one brother, Gary Herbstritt and her longtime companion, Bruce Haight.
At her request there will be no funeral services.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
MANCHESTER – Timothy “Tim” Sheldon Quimby, 58, of Manchester, Pennsylvania, passed away on March 25, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving wife, children, brother, Chris, and sister-in-law, Amy, after a brief but brutal battle with small cell lung cancer.
Tim was born on Sunday September 24, 1967, to James Quimby and Jody Jaros. He joined the Air Force upon graduating from Coudersport High School in 1985. He proudly served for four years before joining the PA Air National Guard for two additional years.
After his honorable discharge, Tim fell in love with the open road, and began a lifelong career in the trucking industry both behind the wheel and within training and safety. He made his home with S&H Express. Known to many as “Trucking with Tim,” he embraced the adventure and independence of life on the road.
As an avid motorcycle rider from childhood, he combined his military service with that love and joined the Shiloh American Legion Riders where he became Road Captain. He organized and led both benefit and sightseeing rides across Pennsylvania including a ride for the NYCRPD as well as a trip to Potter County to share “the land that time forgot” with his fellow riders.
James J. “Jim” Assalone, 55, passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully at his home on Friday, March 27, 2026.
He was born on April 16, 1970 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Cletus and Alice Kozel Assalone.
Jimmy was a graduate of the St. Marys Schools and was a man who found joy in the roar of an engine and the open road, whether behind the wheel of a car or astride his motorcycle. He loved spending time at the Elk County Cruisers car meets, where stories were shared as often as chrome was polished. Weekends often meant trips to the flea market, searching for hidden treasures, or the thrill of drag racing.
He also held a special place in his heart for Disney World, where he never missed a ride on Thunder Mountain, embracing every twist and turn with the same excitement he brought to life. Known for his quick wit and easy humor, he had a gift for making others laugh and smile, leaving every room a little lighter. He had a playful side too-loving Cruella de Vil and indulging in cotton candy whenever he could. He will be remembered for his laughter, his passions, and the smiles he brought to everyone fortunate enough to know him
Jim is survived by his two children; Seth Assalone of Conway, SC, and Ally Assalone of Kersey, and by his one beloved granddaughter; Vaeda. He is also survived by one brother; Larry Salone of DuBois, by several nieces and nephews, and by his longtime friend; Amy Peters of Ridgway.
Funeral Services for James J. Assalone will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Family and friends will be received at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 from 10:30 AM until the time of the service.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Elk County Cruisers.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com
Debbie L. Kelly, 72, of Prospect Street, Bradford, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at The Pavilion at BRMC.
Born in Bradford, on June 26, 1953, a daughter of the late Robert Ernest and then adopted by Glenn and Betty J. Brown. She was a 1971 graduate of Bradford High School.
In 1984 at the Grace Lutheran Church, she married Robert N. Kelly, who survives.
Debbie was employed for over 30 years at the Bradford Hospital where she worked in the Housekeeping Department, and prior to her retirement she worked as a Dietary Aide.
She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. She enjoyed assembling puzzles, coloring, taking walks, listening to music, shopping, and attending her church.
Surviving in addition to her husband Bob of 42 years, is one son, Rob Kelly, of Bradford, one grandson, Robbie Kelly, and one sister, Chris Brown, of Sheffield.
She was preceded in death by her biological parent and adoptive parents, and two brothers, Kirk Ernest, and Butch Brown.
Private service will be held at the convenience of the family with Rev. Barry J,. Keurulainen, Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church officiating.
Port Allegany – Janice Stromberg, 81, of Port Allegany, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on Saturday (March 28, 2026).
She was born on October 6, 1944 in Elkland, PA, the beloved daughter of the late Elmer and Lillian (Webster) Button. On October 11, 1986, she became the devoted wife of Earl Stromberg, who survives.
Janice graduated from Elkland High School and attended Mansfield University. She worked in Port Allegany at Meacham’s Hardware, Port Allegany Head Start and for more than twenty years with Nationwide Insurance.
Her favorite pastime was reading a book and spending many hours at the local library. She also had a passion for her dogs, especially Gracie. Janice enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. She found joy in cooking for her family, making sure no one ever left her table hungry. Her home was a place of comfort, warmth, and togetherness, where laughter and love were always present. Janice will be remembered for her kindness, devotion to her family, and the love she so freely shared. Her legacy lives on through the many lives she touched and the family she held so dear. Janice was a member of the VFW Post #6391 Auxiliary in Port Allegany.
James K. Cramer, 74, was a proud and devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at his residence.
Born January 22, 1952, in Bradford, a son of Inez (Cramer) Finland. He was raised by his grandparents, Emerson and Emma Cramer. He attended Bradford Schools.
On March 26, 1977, in Limestone, NY, he married Constance “Connie” (Greek) Cramer, who survives.
Jim was employed at Case Cutlery for over 25 years prior to his retirement.
He was a lifelong Elvis Presley fan. He had an Elvis room full of memorabilia and collectables in his home.
Surviving in addition to his wife Connie, of nearly 49 years, is one daughter, Lisa (Ray) Kavelish, of Mount Pleasant, NC, three grandchildren, Brooke Kavelish, Bridgette Kavelish, and Benjamin Kavelish.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at a later date which will be announced.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Angela M. OLSON, 54, of Duke Center, PA, died Friday, March 27, 2026 in her home. Born August 5, 1971, in Bradford, she was the daughter of Robert Earl and Rosemary Stiles Hultz.
On January 2, 1998, in Coudersport, she married Cale D. Olson, who survives. A 1989 graduate Port Allegany High School, she was employed by Potter Pak in Roulette and Morgan AM&T in Coudersport. Angela was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Eldred. She enjoyed crocheting. Angela was an animal lover, especially her Great Danes and Pugs.
Surviving besides her husband, Cale, are: a daughter, Marissa A. (Kyle) Dean; her mother, Rosemary Baker of Duke Center; aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She was predeceased by her father; and an infant brother, Gordon Charles Baker. A gathering to celebrate Angela’s life will be her life on a later date.
Arrangements are under the Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Mervin Lee MARTIN, 78, of Smethport, PA, formerly of Turtlepoint, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026 in Sena-Kean Manor. Born June 30, 1947, in Lancaster, he was the son of Henry Sauder and Barbara G. Smith Martin.
Mervin was a retired dairy farmer and spent his life working with cattle and equipment. He enjoyed being outdoors and hunting. Mervin attended Birch Grove Mennonite Church in Port Allegany.
Surviving are: four children, Tanya (Charles) Baldwin, Collin (Jamie) Martin, Tracy (Courtney) Biel, and Kelly Martin; two grandchildren, Cody (Meg) Martin and Kelsey (Ethan) Mix; a great-granddaughter, Josie Mix; a brother, Carl (Gloria) Martin; two sisters, Joyce (Tony) Robles and Doris Mebs; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents. The family wishes to express their appreciation for the care given by the staff at Sena-Kean Manor. There will be no viewing and interment is private.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Lillian Nickerson Frost, age 90 of Galeton passed away on Saturday March 14, 2026.
Born October 28, 1935 in Galeton, she was the daughter of the late Harry Elmer and Velma Cornelius. Lillian was a waitress, worked at A&P plant in Horseheads and retired from Ragu as the quality manager in Rochester.
She loved music; playing guitar, writing songs and made her own record that she tried to get on the radio. She enjoyed camping especially in Lawrenceville on the family property “The Hill”, playing Yatzee and other games, reading and listening to the Bible, sewing and making her own clothes and spending time with her life partner Paul Grondin and Paul’s brother Yvan and his wife, Jackie Grondin.
Lillian is survived by three step children, Diane DiProspero, Marquis Grondin and Danio Grondin; brother, Yvon and Jacqueline Grondin; daughter in laws, Patricia Nickerson, Phyllis Nickerson Magnotta, Carol Dilmore and Diane Nickerson; grandchildren, James Nickerson, Lisa Nickerson, Star Nickerson, Carmen Nickerson, Tanya McQuarrie, Brian Nickerson, Christopher Nickerson, Crystal Thompson, Josie Nickerson, Richard Nickerson, Lillain Nickerson, Nikki Burdick, Josh Sutton, Budd Nickerson, Jamie Nickerson and many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Lillian was preceded in death by her husbands, James Edward Nickerson and Earl Frost; life partner, Paul Grondin; six sons, Joseph, James E., Carmen, Bradley, Richard and Budd Nickerson; daughter in law, Nancy Nickerson Shaughnessy and siblings, Edward, Harry, Anna and Mildred.
A Celebration of Lillian’s Life will be held on Saturday, April 11th at the First Presbyterian Church, Galeton from 11:00 – 12:00 PM. A memorial service will be held immediately following at 12:00PM with Pastor Fred Garrison officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Potter Brook. Arrangements are in care of Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
James A. “Jamie” Babcock, 92, of Shinglehouse, passed away suddenly with his loving family by his side on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born on Tuesday, November 21, 1933 in Shinglehouse, he was a son of Lloyd and Emma Babcock. He was married to Dolores M. Brown, who passed away on November 7, 2000. He later married Nancy A. Hyde, who survives.
Jamie was a graduate of Shinglehouse High School, Class of 1952. He enlisted in the US Army where he served in Germany. In his early years, Jamie was employed in the logging industry. For over 40 years, he was an over the road truck driver, owning his own truck.
He was a member of Shinglehouse American Legion Post 530. Anyone who knew Jamie knew him as a hard worker, retiring at age 78.
Jamie was an avid Buffalo Bills fan. His greatest love was his family, especially his grandchildren.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife; three daughters, Kimberly H. “Kim” Petrosewitz of Chardon, OH, twins, Lisa B. (Peter) Chouinard and Laura M. Davis, both of Shinglehouse; a son, James F. (Eleanor) Babcock of Kersey; twelve grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; a sister, Eloise Plants of Ceres, PA; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and first wife, Jamie was predeceased by a son, Michael Babcock; a granddaughter, Lauren Petrosewitz; a sister, Eva Bell; and three brothers, Clarence “Bab” Babcock, Ed Babcock, and Don Babcock.
In keeping with Jamie’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. Private funeral services will be held in the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, with Jaime’s son-in-law, Peter Chouinard, officiating. Members of the Potter County Honor Guard will accord military honors at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.
A celebration of Jamie’s life will be held on a date and place to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jamie’s name may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Jamie’s family entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Jamie, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Kathryn Louise “Kathy” MACENSKY, 80, of Galeton, PA, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Born December 30, 1945, in Wellsboro, she was the daughter of Joseph A. and Virginia M. Colosimo Close, the youngest of five children.
A 1965 graduate of Galeton Area High School, she attended beauty school in Rochester, NY. On June 10, 1967, in St. Bibiana Catholic Church, Galeton, she married her high school sweetheart and love of her life for over 58 years, Steve Macensky, who survives. Together, they built a life centered around friends, family, and faith.
Kathy devoted her life to her family, never missing a game or event in which either of her two sons were involved. This continued after she became a grandmother of three, all of whom she truly adored and loved deeply. She even retired from her job at the Tackle Shop to become a full-time Grammie. Whether it was volleyball or basketball games, concerts, tennis matches, graduations, or ceremonies, she was always there showing her support with a smile on her face and love in her heart.
Leslie W. “Les” SMITH, 78, of Port Allegany, PA, died Thursday, March 26, 2026 in his home. A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel, 77 Willow Street, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
