Ernest Jack Johns, age 72 of Sabinsville, PA passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.
Born December 25, 1951 in Wellsboro, PA, he was the son of the late Francis David and Dorothy Rose (Horton) Johns.
Jack loved fishing and tinkering.
Elwin Lewis GEER, 83, of Rexville, NY, formerly of Wellsville, died Monday, February 5, 2024 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Vincent F. “Vinny” Kronenwetter, 83, formerly of Bona Vista Highway, Wilcox, PA passed away at Pinecrest Manor on Saturday, February 3, 2024 following a lengthy illness.
He was born on July 5, 1940 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Vincent J. and Martha Dill Kronenwetter.
On October 23, 1965, he married the late Barbara Secco, who preceded him in death on November 6, 2008. Together they were blessed with more than 43 years of marriage.
Vinny was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Vietnam War from 1963-1965. He was a member of St. Callistus Church in Kane and worked for more than 44 years at Pure Carbon Company. He was also a member of the K of C in St. Marys. He loved hunting and fishing and could often be found tending to his garden. A friend to all, Vinny loved to stop and chat with the many friends he met in his travels. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Roulette—Daniel C. “Dan” Douglas, 47, of Fishing Creek Rd., passed away on Wednesday (January 31st, 2024) at home following a brief illness.
Born January 31st, 1977 in Olean he was a son of Michael Daniel and Judy JoAnn Yeaples Douglas.
Dan had resided in Connecticut, Indiana, Ohio, and Scranton prior to moving back to the local area. He spent his career in oil and water well services where he owned and operated Douglas Well Services for many years.
Mr. Douglas was an outdoor enthusiast, and greatly enjoyed camping and hiking, especially the Appalachian Trail, as well as operating a rig and welding. He was also active with the Allegany Mountain Engine and Implement Association. He was a kind-hearted loving person who would do anything for anyone.
Thomas M. “Tom” Anderson, 60, of Kersey, PA died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at his residence following a brief illness.
He was born on October 14, 1963, in Dubois, a son of Joyce Palmer Anderson and the late Ralph Anderson.
On October 2, 2023, he married the love of his life, Roxanne Uhl who survives.
Tom was a self-employed contractor and took pride in being a perfectionist. He liked to “putter” around, picking up sticks, collecting apples, and maintaining a beautiful yard. Tom was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved spending time sitting in the garage, talking to family, and being with his beloved dog, Willie.
Joan Marie (Eaves) Fussell Russell, 82, entered into Glory on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Pavilion at BRMC.
Born October 14, 1941, in Starkville, MS, to the late Paul H. and Marie (Sheppard) Eaves.
Joan was a 1958 graduate of East Jefferson High School in Metairie, LA. She attended Louisiana State University at New Orleans before marrying Lt. William R. Fussell, Jr., USN on May 31, 1960.
They were stationed at Naval Air Stations in Corpus Christi TX, Bermuda and Jacksonville, FL, before Joan was widowed at age 23 when Bill was killed on active duty on April 11, 1965. She married William Ezra Russell on June 24, 1966. She lived most of her adulthood as a single mother following their divorce on December 29, 1971. She returned to Louisiana State University at New Orleans and graduated with an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing in 1986 and became a Registered Nurse. She worked in psychiatric hospitals in New Orleans and Houston before retiring from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Psychiatric Prison Hospital in 1997.
Smethport – Gloria A. Galentine, 72, of Turtlepoint, PA passed away unexpectedly, Friday (February 2, 2024) at Bradford Regional Medical Center, Bradford.
She was born July 30, 1951 in Port Allegany, the daughter of Alfred and Artie (Bells) Cochran. On October 26, 1968, Smethport, she married Robert R. Galentine, who survives.
Gloria worked at Sheetz for several years, then at Carlson’s Store in Turtlepoint, and lastly at Northern Tier Headstart as an aide.
She was a member of the Port Allegany Moose Lodge #460, was an auxiliary member of the Port Allegany Legion, and a member of the Birchgrove Mennonite Church. She was proud of being a grandmother and great-grandmother, as her family was her whole world to her.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by:
Richard D. Stewart III: Loving Husband, Father, and Son
Richard D. Stewart III, 47, of Maple Grove Road, Friendship, NY passed way Friday, February 2, 2024 at home.
Born on May 8, 1976, in Corning, he was a son of Richard D. Stewart, II and Anita Hoad Parulski. On May 10, 1997, in Bath, he married the former Cristin M. McKenna who survives.
Rich was a graduate of Haverling High School Class of 1994. He later graduated from Houghton College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology.
He started working for Friendship Dairies over twenty years ago, and continued on as a Regional Quality Manager for Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.
Rich enjoyed raising horses, cows, goats, and chickens with his wife and daughters. He also enjoyed volunteering with the 4-H program and gardening. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family, they were the center of his world.
He had served on the Friendship Central School Board of Education and had attended the Cuba First Baptist Church.
In addition to his wife, Cristin, he is survived by
George L. Lewis, 76, of Emporium, PA passed away at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA on Monday morning (January 22, 2024) following a lengthy illness. He was born April 8, 1947 in St. Marys, PA a son of the late Lawrence and Mary Hornung Lewis.
George graduated from Cameron County High School and served with the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed trapping and being with his family.
Bernard (Ben) C. Krieg, Sr., 68, of Grand Valley, PA formerly of Emporium, PA died Monday, January 29, 2024 due to an extended illness at Hamot Hospital surrounded by loved ones. He was born July 30, 1955 in Emporium, PA.
Ben graduated from Cameron County High School in 1973. He retired from the Emporium Borough after 30 years of service. He worked 15 years with the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Ben also worked for various heavy equipment companies in Virginia and North Carolina. Ben enjoyed hunting with his sons and camping with his wife and grandchildren.
Joann Elenor Harpster, 94, of Emporium, PA passed away at her residence on Sunday morning (February 4, 2024). She was born January 2, 1930 in Emporium, PA a daughter of the late Charles A. and Wilda Ingersoll Schwab Sr. On November 17, 1957 in First Presbyterian Church, Emporium she married Arthur Harpster, who survives.
Joann graduated from Cameron County High School in the class of 1948. She worked at Sylvania before attending Pan-Am airline stewardess school. She then moved to Springfield, VA in 1960, where she worked on the Council at the Pentagon representing men and women in the armed forces, until her retirement in 1987. Upon her return back to Emporium she was involved in Cancer Society, Little Museum and the bloodmobile.
Vincent F. Kronenwetter, 83, of St. Marys, PA died on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Pinecrest Nursing Home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch Green Funeral Home.
Thomas Anderson, 60, of Kersey, PA died on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at his residence.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Krise Funeral Homes, Kersey.
William Edward Douglass, 90, of 81 Main Street, Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at his residence.
Born December 15, 1933, in Sunderland, England, he was a son of the late William E. and Doris (Bell) Douglass.
William was a graduate of Castletown School, and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington where he earned a degree in Human Resource Management.
He was a coal miner, at the Hylton (Castletown) Colliery in England, and later was employed by Corning Glass in England until 1966, then transfered to Wilimgton, NC, he moved to Bradford in 1971, and worked as the Human Resource Manager for Corning Glass, then Pascagoula, MS, until 1983. He went to work for Southwest Airlines as a Safety Engineer, and he retired again. In his retirement he worked for 10 years at the Las Colinas Country Club in Irving, TX until 2013. Then he returned to Bradford.
William was an avid golfer. He was a life member of the Las Colinas Country Club, where helped run the golf tournaments for the LPGA. He was a Third Degree Knight, and member of the Knights of Columbus Council 403, and the Pennhills Club.
Lucille A. “Cookie” Alloe, 90, of Emporium, PA passed away at Pinecrest Manor, St. Marys, PA on Friday afternoon (February 2, 2024). She was born June 18, 1933 in Hurley, Wisconsin a daughter of the late Alphonso and Genevieve Bruni. In 1954 in Emporium she married the late Michael Alloe.
Cookie had worked at the former Homestead and Crescent Hotels for several years. She was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church.
Timothy J. WHITE, 62, of Mansfield, PA, formerly of New Holland and Harrison Valley, died Wednesday, January 31, 2024 in Hershey Medical Center.
Born May 9, 1961, in Coudersport, he was the son of Thomas G. White and Shirley Dunham White Davis.
A 1979 graduate of Northern Potter High School, he was employed by WW Disposal and owned and operated T. White Trucking for over 20 years, retiring in 2018.
Surviving are: his mother and step-father, Shirley and Bill Davis of Ellisburg; five brothers, Thomas G. White, II of Westfield, Todd L. (Pamela) White of Harrison Valley, Theodore J. (Brandi) White of Harrison Valley, Benjamin White of Wellsboro, and his other brother, Rick (Ann) Teller of Harrison Valley; two sisters, Tamela Rae (Raymond) Barrow of The Villages, FL and Whitney (Michael) Andreula of Jackson, NJ; two step-sisters, Debbie (Kevin) Miller of Coudersport and Dawn (Joe) Correll of Clinton, WI; two aunts, Geraldine Bassney of Tioga and Ruth Peters of Corning, NY; an uncle, Leon Dunham of Westfield; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his father.
Friends may call Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 PM at OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.
Funeral Services will be held on 11:00 AM, Wednesday in the Harrison Valley Alliance Church. Rev. Kevin Cornish, Pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Whites Corners Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to American Eagles Motorcycle Club (memo line—2024 toy fund drive), P.O. Box 201, Ulysses, PA 16948. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Marguerite J. “Susie” HALLADAY, 80, of Wellsville, NY, died Thursday, February 1, 2024 in Jones Memorial Hospital.
Born February 25, 1943, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Paul M. and Louise A. Tait Cole. On February 1, 1959, in Oswayo, PA, she married Maxwell E. “Max” Halladay, who predeceased her on January 11, 2018.
Louise E. KEMP, 91, of Charleston, WV, died Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in English Meadows, Scott Depot, WV.
Born April 11, 1932, in Potter Brook, PA, she was the daughter of Kenneth C. and Lottie V. Thompson Abbott. On July 19, 1952, in Potter Brook, PA, she married Shirland D. Kemp, who predeceased her on April 21, 2022.
A graduate of Westfield High School and Hornell Business School, she was employed by Sylvania, Galeton Production, Valley Grove Elementary School Library, and P.S.I. in Georgia.
Sylvia P. BUCK, 92, of Ulysses, PA, died Friday, January 26, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born January 12, 1932, in Wellsville, NY, she was the daughter of Louis D. and Splendina Capriotti Peangatelli.
She was a 1950 graduate of Genesee High School. On July 19, 1950, in Genesee, she married Raymond E. Buck, who predeceased her on July 18, 2022.
Sylvia and her husband owned and operated a dairy farm in Ulysses for many years. She attended the Galeton First Baptist Church.
Ronald D. Nelson
COUDERSPORT, PA—Ronald D. Nelson, 82, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, died February 2, 2024, with his loving family by his side in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
He was born September 2, 1941, in Coudersport, the son of Arnold and Antoinette “Tillie” Walaski Nelson.
Ron proudly graduated from the Coudersport High School, Class of 1959 and attended Williamsport Technical Institute and served NFG as a Corrosion Specialist. After his retirement, he landed his dream job at Coolridge Potato Farm.
He married fellow classmate, Kristine Fisher. They celebrated 60 wonderful years of marriage and made many memories at Red Pine. They have three daughters, Lori (Gregory) Sevinsky of Lisbon, NH, Teri (Brent) Beacker of Coudersport and Aimee (Arnold) Wykoff of Kunkletown, PA; five grandchildren, Regan (Pete) Sevinsky, Tara (Nick) Gregsak, Skyler (Tim) Gaberseck, Logan (Amber) Marshall and Alexis (Brock) Wilson; 6 great grandchildren, Tye, Brynn, Joseph, Kane, Garrett, Anna and two precious ones on the way.
Throughout his life he cherished his family above all else, starting with his mother Tillie, sisters Beverly Coppersmith and Ruth Hults (deceased) and brother Arnold Nelson, along with several nieces and nephews.
Ron was a loyal member of the Knights of Columbus where he earned his 4th Degree. He was involved with the Coudersport Jaycees, St. Eulalia Yardbirds, and he lived by the motto of serving others. He was an avid Coudersport Falcon sports fan, fisherman, hunter, golfer and outdoorsman. He was also well known for his canning, pickling and jerky making.
COUDERSPORT, PA—Ronald D. Nelson, 82, a lifelong resident of Coudersport, PA passed away with his loving family by his side on Friday, February 2, 2024, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
To pay respects to Ron and his family, friends may call from 10am to 11am on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the gathering space of St. Eulalia Catholic Church, Coudersport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am in the church on Tuesday with the Rev. Christopher Wheeler, pastor, as celebrant.
A complete obituary will follow.
Ron’s family has entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
Gloria A. Galentine, 72, of Turtlepoint, passed away unexpectedly Friday (February 2, 2024) at Bradford Regional Medical Center, Bradford.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 6, from 11AM-1PM, at the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 2 Bank St., Smethport, where funeral and committal services will begin at 1 PM following visitation. Burial will be in Annin Creek Cemetery.
A full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Keith E. Allison, 62, of Bradford, PA formerly of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at the Pavilion at BRMC.
He was born on August 25, 1961 in Indianapolis, a son of Wilber and Madelin Blue Allison of Indianapolis.
He was a 1979 graduate of the Ben Davis High School, Indianapolis.
On June 15, 2019 in Bradford, he married Colleen C. McDonald who survives.
He was a member of the local Eagles club. He was an avid fisherman and NASCAR fan. He loved to cook and smoke food for his friends and family as well as spending time at the “A Frame Camp” at Cataract Lake, Poland, IN.
After moving to the Bradford area; he worked at Bradford Forest Products up until he had to leave due to his illness.
Kenneth W. Wieder “beloved father, faithful servant of the Lord”
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Kenneth W. Wieder, 89, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Perkasie, went to be with his heavenly Father on Thursday, February 1, 2024, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on Monday, December 3, 1934 in Lenark, he was a son of William H. and Pauline Lapp Wieder. On April 23, 1960, he married Kay F. Lesh, who went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2016.
Ken was a graduate of Allentown (PA) High School. He honorably served in the US Air Force. He was employed at the former Hysol Company in Olean, NY.
He was a member of Grace Bible Independent Baptist Church in Shinglehouse, where he was active in the Seedline Scripture Ministries program. A gifted singer, Ken sang in the church choir. He was faithful in sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. His favorite verse was Ephesians 2: 8,9 “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast”.
William M. Peterson, 82, of Greeves St., Kane, PA passed away Wednesday morning (Jan. 31) in the Lutheran Home at Kane. Born April 19, 1941 in Kane, he is the son of the late Ed and Cora (Detwiler) Peterson. On June 13, 1963, in Kane, he married Juanita “Nita” Clawges, who preceded him in death on July 26, 2021.
Bill was a 1959 graduate of Kane High School and a 1963 graduate of Alfred State College, where he received a degree in Soil Conservation. He joined the Army after college graduation and served six months in active duty and six years in the National Guard. He retired from the U.S. Forest Service after a long career as a forester.
He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, his beagles and his family. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. Bill was a kind man with a gentle soul. He always had a listening ear.
ROULETTE, Pa. — William D. “Bill” Osborne, 77, of Hester Avenue, Roulette, PA passed away on Sunday (January 28, 2024) at UPMC Williamsport following a brief illness.
Born on September 21st, 1946 in Olean, he was the son of Ennis L. and Fanny I. (Shelley) Osborne. On April 27, 1968 in El Paso, TX., he married Bonnie S. Lawrie who survives.
Bill was a 1965 graduate of Otto-Eldred High School. He was a veteran having served with the US Army during the Vietnam War.
After his service he was employed at Pittsburg -Corning in Port Allegany for a few years prior to getting a job at AVX in Olean Where he spent sixteen years prior to finishing his career at GKN in Emporium, from where he retired.
He was a member of the Roulette Rod and Gun Club and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and getting his grandchildren out of trouble.
Surviving, including his wife, are two sons; Edward A. Osborne of V.A., John N.E. (Contessa) Osborne, one daughter; Billie J. (Rob) Good of Duke Center, one brother; James C. Osborne, two sisters; Mary Ellen Haynes of Eldred, Virginia McAnallen of N.C., nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death is one sister Barbara Osborne, and one brother Chester “Chet” Osborne.
A celebration of Life will be held at the Frame Funeral Home, Eldred on Friday, February 9th, 2024 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, at which time services will be held.
Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com
Donald E. Mitten, 77, of Coudersport, PA passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at UPMC Cole.
He was born July 9, 1946, in Wilmington, DE, to Norman and Miriam (Griswold) Mitten. In 1982, he married Diama Ferguson, with whom he shared 42 years of marriage.
Donald worked as a plumber and drove school bus. He was a life member of the Italian American Club in Kennett Square, PA, a member of American Legion Post 192 in Coudersport, VFW 78 in Austin and the Moose International. He enjoyed working on engines, and especially enjoyed maintaining his 1964 Grand Prix.
Kenneth W. Wieder “beloved father, faithful servant of the Lord”
Kenneth W. Wieder, 89, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Perkasie, went to be with his heavenly Father on Thursday, February 1, 2024, in Sweden Valley Manor, 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.
Linda M. Rix Beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Sister
Linda M. Rix, 77, of 4277 Townline Road, Hinsdale, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Cuba Memorial Hospital’s Palliative Care Unit after a lengthy illness.
Born on December 30, 1946, in Wellsville, she was a daughter of Donald and Nellie Hinkley Edwards. On June 17, 1967, in Our Lady of Angels Church, she married Carlisle S. Rix, Jr. who predeceased her on December 2, 2011.
Linda was a graduate of Belfast Central School.
She was a homemaker and house cleaner for many years, and occasionally subbed at the Cuba Rushford cafeteria. She also owned and operated their dairy farm with her husband.
Linda was a member of Our Lady of Angels Church in Cuba and the Allegheny Mountain Engine & Implement Association. She loved when her family would gather for holidays and special occasions when all would be together as well as spending time with her grandchildren; one of her greatest joys. Her favorite holiday was Easter when the Rix family would gather for a reunion and Easter Egg hunt for all the kids.
Sharon R. Bradley “beloved mother and grandmother”
Sharon R. Bradley, 83, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Coudersport, passed away in her home with her loving family by her side on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, after a long illness.
Born on Thursday, March 28, 1940 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was a daughter of Charles and Carolyn Bennet Dunn. On September 19, 1959 in Niagara Falls, she married Robert C. “Bob” Bradley, who passed away on October 18, 2006.
Sharon was a graduate of LaSalle High School in Niagara Falls. She later graduated from BOCES in Olean, NY, as a Registered Nurse.
She was employed by the former St. Francis Hospital in Olean and later was employed by the Oswayo Valley School District, Shinglehouse, in the cafeterias. Sharon and her husband owned and operated the former Northwoods Tavern in Coudersport for several years.
A faithful woman, Sharon read her Bible daily. She was a member of Obi Community Church in Obi, NY. She was a former member of Eulalia Chapter #148 OES in Coudersport and a former member of Eureka Chapter #52 OES in Shinglehouse. She enjoyed bowling, playing Skipbo, and playing Candy Crush on her iPad. She was an avid reader. Her greatest love was her family.
