Obituaries

Jerome E. “Jerry” Steis, 83, of 1090 Windfall Road, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk, with his family by his side.

He was born April 30, 1941, in St. Marys, son of the late Harry J. and Ruby Smith Steis.  He was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class of 1959, where he was the class president.  He continued his studies at Clarion University, earning his Bachelor’s Degree and later earned his Master’s Degree in Education at Penn State University.  Jerry had an impact on many young lives teaching for the St. Marys Area School District, where he ultimately retired in 2002.

On June 19, 1965, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, with Fr. Timothy celebrating, Jerry married Mary A. Gausman, who survives.  They were blessed to share 59 years of marriage.

William B. McKee, III, 81, of Warren, PA., died Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Warren General Hospital, Warren, PA.  Bill was born July 2, 1943, in Erie, PA.  He was the son of William “Bucky” and Rebecca Underwood McKee, Jr. 

He resided most of his life in Erie, PA., residing in Warren for the past several years.  Bill was a graduate of Wesleyville High School and Penn State University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and earned his master’s degree in social work from Syracuse University.  He attended Salvation Army School and was a former member of the band called Shadow. His son, Bucky, reminisced his father this way, “A boy could not have asked for a better dad!”

Bill was employed with Warren State Hospital for 18 years and retired from Erie Soldiers and Sailors Home after 13 years employment.

George Hoden

George Hoden, formerly of Warren, PA., and a resident of Englewood, Florida, died Monday, October 21, 2024, after an extended illness. 

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

Robert V. “Bob” Shaffer Jr., 74, of Warren Pa, formerly of Clarendon, PA, and Jamestown, NY, died on Thursday October 24, 2024, in the Warren Manor.

He was born on February 20, 1950, in Punxsutawney, PA, the son of the late Robert Sr. and Bonnie Miller Shaffer. Bob was a graduate of Sheffield High School Class of 1969, where he excelled in all sports. He held many jobs over the years, working for Fancher Chair Co Inc. of Falconer, NY and worked as a painter for the former Deluxe Metals, Warren, PA. He enjoyed being a social butterfly, loved spending time with his family and friends.

Jerome E. “Jerry” Steis, 83, of 1090 Windfall Road, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Penn Highlands Elk, after a brief illness. 

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home.

Linda L. Havens, 73, of Ridgway, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 18, 2024, at her residence.

She was born on January 10, 1951, in Buffalo, a daughter of the late Leland E. and Loretta M Dietrich Havens.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Tami Waters and her husband Jesse of Mooresville, NC, and Nicole Bouaich and her husband Mohamed of Nevada, a son, Thomas A Titchner of Ridgway, 4 grandchildren: Audrey (Fran) Durnein, Logan Brigger, Allen Brigger, and William Waters, and 2 great grandchildren, Elara and Aurora. She is also survived by a brother, Lee Havens.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Pamela Rinehuls.

Funeral Services for Linda L. Havens will be held privately and at the convenience of the family.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements, and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com

Vern Hart passed away October 7, 2024, peacefully at home after a courageous battle with
cancer. Born March 4, 1968, in Bradford to Vic and Leigh Spetz Hart. Married Landy Good in
August of 1995.

Graduated from BAHS in 1986 as a member of WHO’S WHO AMOUNG AMERICAN HIGH
SCHOOL STUDENTS. He also received an associate’s degree for machining technology from ITECH in 2000.

Survived by his wife Landy, one Daughter Brianna (Andy) of Gifford, one son Dustin Michuck
of St. Mary’s. One Brother Dave of Asheville, NC two sisters Vicki Hart of Bradford, Dawn
Pearce of Duke Center. Mother Leigh Hart, Two Grandsons, one Granddaughter, four fur
children and many nieces and one nephew.

Proceeded in death by Father Vic Hart, one Grand Daughter and one Neice.

Vern enjoyed hunting, riding four wheelers, camping and especially Entertainng in the garage on
Friday nights.

Celebration of life will be announced by his family at a later date.

He preferred any donations go to NO Feline Left Behind in Bradford, Pa

Thomas Allen Rosenquist passed away on Monday October 21, 2024, at St Vincent’s Hospital in Erie, PA. He was 81 years old.

Tom was born in Buffalo, New York to Paul and Pauline (Curro) Rosenquist.

He entered the Army in 1960 and was stationed in Germany

He was honorably discharged in 1964 when he met his future bride, Barbara Zaffino. It was love at first sight when he saw her cruising in a 1962 Chevy Impala convertible.

They married November 28, 1964.

Kevin J. Lewandowski, 68, formerly of St. Marys, passed away peacefully at Sean Kean Manor on Sunday, October 20, 2024.

He was born on May 28, 1956 in DuBois, PA, a son of the Antoni and Evelyn Cuneo Lewandowski.

Kevin was a man of pure heart, overcoming many challenges throughout his life as he navigated the world with several disabilities. He loved listening to music and sitting in his rocking chair. He delighted in spending time with others, and found comfort in carrying certain items that brought him solace. He loved the staff at Sena Kean Manor and they loved him, and he will be missed by the staff and residents.

Ruth J. GERNER, 90, of Coudersport, PA, died Wednesday, October 16, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.  

Born February 16, 1934, in Bruin, she was the daughter of Thomas W. and Sara Snow Rodgers.  On November 24, 1951, in Woodstock, VA, she married Charles J. Gerner, who predeceased her on November 16, 2016.  Ruth and her husband owned and operated Gerner Electric and Coudersport Precast for many years.  She served as an EMT with the Coudersport Ambulance Association.  Ruth was a member of Park United Methodist Church.  

Winifred Louise Edinger, 90, passed away on October 18, 2024 at the Sean- Kean Manor in Smethport, PA.  

The daughter of the late Hartley and Emma (Winner) Adair, she was born on March 25, 1934. She attended Kane Area High School graduating in 1952. On November 19, 1955 she married Donald Edinger in Mount Jewett, PA who passed away April 5, 1990.

Upon graduation she was employed at Dresser Manufacturing Division in Bradford, PA.

She was a member of the Light on the Hill Community Church where she served as church secretary for many years, a former member of the Mt. Jewett Borough Council, the Mt. Jewett Library, Mt. Jewett American Legion Auxiliary, Mt. Jewett Sewer Authority, the Ambulance Association and the prior Mt. Jewett High School Alumni Association.

Joel Bishop, 69, a lifelong resident of Duke Center, passed away Friday, October 18, 2024 at Olean General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. 

Born on March 1, 1955 he was the son of C. Fred and Betty (Blauser) Bishop 

Joel was an active member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunts with his brother Dan Bishop (Dee), his nephew, Eric Bishop (Rachel), his lifelong friend John Green, as well as countless others. He began working for Dresser-Rand, at the age of 18, and remained with the company until his retirement in 2011.

He is survived by his loving daughters, Tammy Stoddard of Duke Center, and Kristy Bishop of Mansfield , Texas; his grandchildren, Cody (Stephanie) Stoddard, Chloe Fain, Jaedon Fain and Andrew Pearson, as well as his two beloved great grandchildren, Jett and Mayvis Stoddard.

He adored sharing daily activities with Tammy, Stephanie, “Jetterbug” and “May May” as they were an absolute delight to him!  He will be missed dearly. 

Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com

Ernest D. Robinson, Jr.

Ernest D. Robinson, Jr., 64, of 214 Olive Street, Bolivar, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at home after a lengthy illness.

Born on June 23, 1960, in Wellsville, he was a son of Ernest D. Robinson, Sr. and Nancy Beck Wilbur.  On May 31, 1998, in Bolivar he married the former Gail Wilson who predeceased him on May 15, 2020.

Ernest was employed as a welder for Alstom Preheater in Wellsville, prior to his retirement.

Thomas M. “Tom” Pedine, 71, of Murfreesboro, TN, formerly of Lewis Run, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024, at his home.

Born August 21, 1953, in Bradford, he was the son of Shirley Ann Vinca Pedine, who survives and the late Julio Joseph Pedine. Tom was a 1971 graduate of Bradford Central Christian High School. He attended the University of Notre Dame, and then immediately began his lifelong, successful career in business before retiring as the Business Unit Manager for the Tennessee Region at RockTenn.

Thomas Rosenquist

Thomas A. Rosenquist, 81, of Warren, PA., died Monday morning, October 21, 2024, after an extended illness. 

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

Betty Lou Stebbins, 88, of Upper Grimes Rd. Port Allegany, passed away Thursday (September 26, 2024) at her home with her daughter by her side.

She was born September 17, 1936 in Port Allegany, the daughter of the late Leslie and Marie (Cummings) Crowe. 

She was a 1955 graduate of Port Allegany. While in high school she loved to go to the dances held at the local hall.  She was a true Gator fan always in the stands cheering them on.  After her children were grown, she would still follow the Gators in the local sports newspaper. After her children were all raised, she took some classes for cake decorating, flower arrangement, crafts, photography, computer, and sign language. 

On January 28, 1956, in Port Allegany, she married her only true love Milton O. Stebbins.   In 2016 they celebrated their 80th birthdays and their 60th Anniversary with their loving family and friends.  Her husband passed away March 23, 2018 on their son Mark’s birthday, who had passed away in 1999.   

Margery “Margie” M. Auman, 98, a resident of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of 310 George Street, St. Marys was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She ended her journey with us peacefully Monday, October 21, 2024 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home.

She was born November 3, 1925 in St. Marys, daughter of the late Herbert and Mary Wolfel Dippold.  She was a lifelong resident of the area and was the last surviving member of Central Catholic High School’s Class of 1943.

On June 16, 1951, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Margery married the late Robert P. Auman, who preceded her in death on March 27, 2012.

Donna J. Blose, 80, of Turtlepoint, passed away Thursday (October 17, 2024) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.

She was born February 16, 1944 in Port Allegany, the daughter of Clare and Marie (Cummings) Crowe. In November of 1992, in Smethport, PA, she married John  D. Blose.

She attended Port Allegany Schools and worked in quality control at Pittsburgh Corning Corporation, Port Allegany, retiring in 2000 after 26 years.

Patti L. Gougler “beloved mother and grandmother”

Patti L. Gougler, 66, of Shinglehouse, entered into rest on Monday, October 14, 2024, in Penn Highlands Dubois, after a long illness.

Born on Saturday, April 12, 1958 in Pottstown, she was a daughter of Clarence and Esther M. Favinger Gougler.Patti was a stay at home Mom, dedicating her life to raising her daughter, Amber.

Linda L. Havens, 72, of Ridgway, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, at her residence.

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

Dixie L. Martino, 75, of St. Marys, formally of Ridgway, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, at Penn Highlands Elk.

She was born on June 18, 1949, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Harry and Betty Woodward Gardner.

Ronald L. Kelly, 90, of Warren, PA, passed away on October 15, 2024, at Warren General Hospital after a brief illness.

Ron was born in Kane, PA, on September 10, 1934, to the late Fred and Hazel (Boggs) Kelly. He was educated in Kane schools and served in the U.S. Army in the late 1950’s and early 1960’s. He spent his working life as a car salesman for dealerships in the Warren and Sheffield area having spent most of his time with Jones Chevrolet. After retirement and for a number of years, Ron and Shirley often drove dealer traded cars for Jones’. Ron was a devout member of the First Methodist Church of Warren. He, along with his wife Shirley, often helped secure communion bread for the early weekly service for a number of years.

Ruth J. GERNER, 90, of Coudersport, PA, died Wednesday, October 16, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.  

Born February 16, 1934, in Bruin, she was the daughter of Thomas W. and Sara Snow Rodgers.  On November 24, 1951, in Woodstock, VA, she married Charles J. Gerner, who predeceased her on November 16, 2016.  Ruth and her husband owned and operated Gerner Electric and Coudersport Precast for many years.  She served as an EMT with the Coudersport Ambulance Association.  Ruth was a member of Park United Methodist Church.  

Patti L. Gougler

Patti L. Gougler, 66, of Shinglehouse, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024, in Penn Highlands Dubois.

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.

Jeffrey T. Olmstead                  “celebration of life slated”

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life for Jeffrey T. “Jeff” Olmstead, 56, a lifelong resident of Bolivar, from 3pm to 7pm on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the Richburg Fireman’s Clubhouse, Griffin Street, Richburg.

Jeff’s family has entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.

For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com