CUBA, NY—A Celebration of Life for William E. “Bill” Miller, 97, of Cuba, will be held at 2pm on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Bethel Lutheran Church, 79 Brooklyn Street, Portville, NY. A dinner will follow the service.
Bill’s family has entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
E. Joan Wozneak
E. Joan Wozneak, of Warren, PA, died peacefully Saturday morning, April 13, 2024, at Warren General Hospital with her family at her bedside.
A complete obituary will be announced when available through the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Warren, PA.
Kay A. Baker, 57, of Emporium, PA passed away at her residence, with her family by her side, on Saturday (April 13, 2024) morning following a lengthy illness.
She was born August 4, 1966 in Altoona, PA a daughter of the late Sheldon Lee and Catherine Joann Snyder Baker. She had been a resident of Emporium for many years with her long-time companion Thomas McKimm.
Kay enjoyed life and spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed kayaking with friends and spending time fishing and camping with Tom. She was the life of the party.
Kay is survived by a daughter, Cassie (Mark) Buoymaster, Altoona; two sons, Ren LaPenna, Bedford and Joseph LaPenna, Jr., Juniata; 9 grandchildren: Mackenzie, Brycin, Landen, Austin, Arya, Ethan, Sam, Eva and Myra; long time companion, Tom McKimm; four sisters: Barbara, Nancy, Kim, and Donna.
In addition to her parents, Kay was preceded in death by a sister, Catherine and a brother, Sheldon, Jr.
There will be No Visitation and services will be at the convenience of the family.
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.
John M. Rymell, age 72, of Muncy, PA, died on Thursday, April 11, 2024.
He was born on March 1, 1952 in Ft. Benning, GA a son of the late Jack and Margaret (Bookmiller) Rymell and was married to Doreen (Reamer) Rymell.
John was formerly employed by Bloomsburg, University and was a ham radio operator, youth shooting instructor and enjoyed shooting and reloading.
He is survived by his wife: Doreen Rymell of Muncy, PA, son: Jason (Robyn) Rymell of Shickshinny, PA, brothers: James Rymell of Athens, PA, Joel (Toni) Rymell of Gillett, PA, sister: Jeanne (Sunil) Kulatunge of Waverly, NY and a grandson: Jenson Rymell.
A family graveside service will be held at the Wellsboro Cemetery, Wellsboro, PA.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
Jessica L. Potter of 179 Elm Street, Salamanca, NY passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 at her home.
Jess Lila was born May 28, 1988 in Olean and was the daughter of Bruno E. Mowery and Wendy J. Woods.
Jess Lila was a 2007 graduate of Olean High School. She worked as a MedTech and Personal Care Aid for many years as she also worked at the Underwood Manor in Hinsdale for about 8 years. Jess Lila later worked as a dealer and supervisor at the Allegany Seneca Casino and a supervisor from 2015 to 2019.
Jess Lila enjoyed laughing, singing, helping others, selflessly and loved fiercely. She was the most caring and sweetest person, a truly kind and beautiful soul, always there to help even when the people she tried to help was the helpless. Jess Lila was always passionate and determined even when it destroyed her own mental health never put herself first it was always the people who didn’t deserve her time and energy. “Our struggles make us stronger to make us better people”. May she be one with herself and finally at peace.
Warren Joe Claude Green: Loving Family Man
Warren Joe Claude Green, 73, of 8943 Stout Rd., passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at home after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born on April 11, 1951, in Cuba, he was a son of Warren J. and Rosamond E. Lockwood Green.
Warren was a graduate of Cuba Central School Class of 1969. After high school he worked for CF Industries in Olean and had also been a regional manager for Kwik Fill. He then started working on the Railroad for various companies throughout the years, but retired as a Supervisor from Yurkovich Industries in Charleroi, Pennsylvania.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing, riding his motorcycle, and running his excavator. He always cared how he made people feel and will be deeply missed by his family. He found great joy in spending time with his children and grandchildren.
James F. Shugars Jr., 80, of 4 Hill Street, Bradford, passed away April 10, 2024, at the Pavilion at BRMC.
Born April 19, 1943, in Kane, he was a son of the late James F. and Agnes (Brazknock) Shugars Sr. He attended Bradford High School.
On October 21, 1961, in St. Bernard Church, he married Marie (Goodnoe) Shugars, who survives.
Jim was employed by Jack Bigley for many years in the oil fields. After Jack retired Jim became a partner in Red Rock Plugging Company until he retired.
Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, he made many bird houses and jewelry boxes for family and friends. He was a member of the VFW. His greatest joy was spending time with his puppy Princess.
Alene E. Black, 83, of Port Allegany, passed away Tuesday (April 9, 2024) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
She was born May 2, 1940 in Austin, the daughter of Edgar and Julia (Reed) Crandall.On November 24, 1990, in Coudersport, PA, she married Donald L. Black, who died November 26, 2022.
Mrs Black was a 1959 graduate of Austin High School
Mrs. Black was employed at Emporium Specialities in Austin and at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital in the maintenance department. She loved doing crossword puzzles and spending time with her family
Lois J. Bennett Rader, 93, of Emporium, PA, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA, on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. She was born April 28, 1930, in Emporium and was the daughter of the late Jacob and Grace Daugherty Bailey. On July 7, 1951, in Emporium, she married the late Robert Bennett, Sr., who passed away in 1981. She later married Dr. Terry Rader, who passed away in 1997.
Lois graduated from Emporium High School in the class of 1948. She fully loved every job she had throughout her life, from ticket taker at the local rollerskating rink to the personnel department at Sylvania. From the secretary at the Cameron County Ag office to the secretary for the producers and directors at WPSX, from which she retired in 1997. Lois was an active member of the First Baptist Church. She was a longtime volunteer at the Emporium Senior Center and was involved in many other groups including the local 4-H, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, and the Alle Cat Square Dancers. Lois took pride in being selected to represent Sylvania in the county’s 1960 centennial parade as well as being the Senior Cameron County Fair Queen in 2017. But above all, her greatest joy came from God and her family.
Helen Lois Baker, 97, of Wellsboro, PA, formerly of Knoxville, PA, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at her daughters home, surrounded by her family.
Born January 11, 1927 in Osceola, PA, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Margaret (Wells) Beard. Helen was a graduate of Elkland High School and on August 21, 1946 in Osceola, she married Hugh Baker, who predeceased her in death in 2010.
Helen was a homemaker and helped her husband run the family farm and also worked at MetalKraft Industries in Knoxville for a few years. She was a 50 year member of the Knoxville Order of the Eastern Star, a member of the Knoxville Yoked Church and a former member of the Knoxville Grange. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and playing Bingo. Helen was a quiet, but stable force in her family, whom she loved dearly. She will be sorely missed by all those who knew her and loved her.
James F. Shugars Jr., 80, of 4 Hill Street, Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at The Pavilion at BRMC.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Thomas S. “Uncle Tom” Ayers, age 79, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. He was born on May 6, 1944 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Kenneth E. and Doris A. (Shumway) Ayers.
Tom was a member of the West Jackson Baptist Church, Millerton, PA, a machinist for Corning Glassworks for over 20 years and enjoyed bowling for many years.
Kenny R. “Reggie” Toothman, Jr., 40, of Rew, PA passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
He was born on January 3, 1984, the son of Kenny and Deborah Frazier Toothman of Rew.
Reggie enjoyed listening to country music and the birds, going for rides in the van and especially going to the beach and listening to the waves.
James L. Dills, 75, of Bradford, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the Bradford Manor.
Born in Batavia, NY on May 1, 1948, he was a son of the late LaMont and Clara (Squires) Dills.
Jim worked in agriculture in Bethany NY until the age of 28, then various capacities at Futures Rehabilitation Center.
Leslie J. Lewis
Leslie J. Lewis, 79, of Sheffield, PA, died on Tuesday April 9, 2024, in Warren General Hospital.
He was born in Kane, PA, on December 13, 1944, he was the son of the late Harry W. and Lois Mainwaring Lewis. Les was a 1962 graduate of Sheffield Area High School. He served two years in the US Army with the First Armored Division. Les was a graduate of Williamsport Area community College, earning an associate degree. He was also a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, Sheffield, PA.
Les was employed with Crossett Incorporated, and worked for 39 years, retiring as the maintenance director.
Debora L. McCandless, 70, a resident of Elk Haven Nursing Home and formerly of 209 Dagus Mines Road, Kersey, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Elk Haven.
She was born December 7, 1953, in Ridgway, to the late Harold and Mary McCabe Stahli. She was a lifelong resident of the area and attended Johnsonburg schools. Debora was a homemaker raising her family, and later worked as a home health aide for over 20 years with various companies including CRI and Voices for Independence. She enjoyed helping and caring for other people.
On October 16, 1971, in Wilcox, Debora married the late James W. McCandless, who preceded her in death on September 6, 2007.
Paul D. HUNT, 80, of Spring Hill, FL, died Monday, April 8, 2024 in Advent Health Connerton, Land O’ Lakes, FL.
Born May 18, 1943, in Westfield, PA, he was the son of George Wilbur and Mary Jean Davies Hunt. A 1961 graduate of Northern Potter Joint High School, Ulysses, PA, he earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Mansfield State Teachers College, Mansfield, PA. He took advantage of a National Science Foundation grant to earn his master’s degree in teaching mathematics from Rutgers University. Paul taught math in the Elmira (NY) City schools for 20 years, primarily at Elmira Free Academy where he wrote the district’s first computer programming curriculum in the 1970’s. During his seven year sojourn in South Texas with his family, Paul taught math at Alamo Heights High School near San Antonio. When he returned to the Northeast, Paul took advantage of the educational resources in south central Pennsylvania and earned a second master’s degree, this time in information technology, from Shippensburg University before retiring from Wachovia Bank.
A lifelong singer and musician, Paul was a member of the Hernando Harmonizers barbershop choir, the Timber Jammers classic country jam band, the Timber Tones, and a frequent cast member of Timber Pines Players musical productions. He enjoyed 14 years of retirement in Spring Hill playing golf and bocce with friends and extended family, including four years with his companion Marilynne Kelly.
Port Allegany–Charles “Sonny” Nathanial Olmstead, 84, of Port Allegany, PA passed away on April 8, 2024, at Olean General Hospital, from a short illness.
Born August 15, 1939, in Wellsville, NY, he was the son of Llewellyn and Mary McCarthy Olmstead. On February 12, 1967, he married the former Lois Ann Hultz Gotshall, who predeceased him on May 15, 2020.
He was a U.S. Army veteran and served honorably for two years and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan for a short period of time.
He was employed at Dresser Rand of Olean, NY as a crane operator for 35 years, retiring in 2001.
Sonny enjoyed hunting, fishing and being outside, usually around animals. He was a member of the Olean, NY Rabbit Club and superintendent of the rabbit barn for McKean County Fair Association. He was a kind and gentle soul who liked to spend time with his family.
Terri Ann Jarrett, 70, of Smethport, PA passed away Tuesday (April 9, 2024) at her residence in Smethport, with her family by her side.
She was born October 14, 1953 in Bradford, the daughter of Eugene and Elena (Milroy) Nick. In 1972, in St. Elizabeth Church, Smethport, she married William G. “Bill” Jarrett, who survives.
Terri was a 1971 graduate of Smethport Area High School and attended St. Francis Nursing School at the former St. Francis Hospital in Olean, NY. She received her LPN at that time.
Mrs. Jarrett was ultimately a library aide for many years at the Smethport Elementary School. She retired in 2013.
She volunteered for many years at the Smethport Food Bank. She enjoyed following all of her grandchildren in their sporting and extracurricular events.
In addition to her husband, Bill, she is survived by:
Anne E. McCleary, 68, of Coudersport, PA passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Anne was born on September 15, 1955, in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late Leo and Marjorie (Spencer) Constantine. She married Byron R. McCleary on October 18, 2003 and celebrated 18 years of marriage until his passing on January 2, 2022.
Anne is a graduate of Springville-Griffith Institute High School, Springville, NY, Class of 1973. She worked as a Circuit Designer 2 for Lumen Technologies and formerly with Level 3 and Adelphia Cable. Anne was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church and was a pianist for Christ Episcopal Church, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, and occasionally for St. Eulalia Catholic Church. She was also very active with the North Country Voices. She was an avid reader and spent many hours reading at the Coudersport Public Library.
Georgann Glebes, 74, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. She was born in Bethesda, MD, the daughter of Russell and Marian (Detzel) Alexander. She earned a BA in Mathematics from Dunbarton College in Washington, DC. On August 12, 1972, she married Leonard J. Glebes with whom she shared 51 years of marriage and raised three children.
Georgann devoted her life to her family, she enjoyed knitting and needlework, loved watching the birds at her home, and when her health allowed, had been very active in her church.
Rodney W. Burgess Family will receive friends on Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St. Warren, PA.
Funeral services will follow at 4:00 pm in the funeral home. A complete obituary will be published when it’s available
Kevin C. Allen
Kevin C. Allen, 69, of Irvine, PA, passed away on Monday, April 8th, 2024, in the John and Orpha Blair Hospice House.
Kevin was born January 28, 1955, in Warren, PA, the son of the late Claud and Marquerite (Brown) Allen. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Michele Massa Allen, whom he married on July 10, 1976. He is also survived by his Son and daughter-in-law, Chad, and Sierra Allen and their two daughters, Ella, age 10, and Maggie, age 7. Kevin and Michele could always be seen together enjoying the same activities and making lasting, loving memories together.
Kevin had many in laws that were like siblings to him and shared so many memories with: Toni (Chuck) Loomis, Sam (Gayle) Massa, Pete (Laurie) Massa, Renee (Skip) Sperry, Anne (Martin) Rich and many nieces and nephews.
Kevin was employed with the National Forge and Ellwood National Forge for 43 years. He made some wonderful lifelong friends through work.
Port Allegany–Charles “Sonny” Nathanial Olmstead, 84, of Port Allegany, PA passed away on April 8, 2024, at Olean General Hospital, from a short illness.
Arrangements will be announced with a full obituary by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.
Alice L. (Hepler) Deter, age 91, of Wellsboro, PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 6, 2024. She was born on August 8, 1932 in Ringgold, PA, a daughter of the late Carl and Aldine (Powell) Hepler and was the loving wife of Francis “Frank” Deter, Jr. for 65 years.
She was a retired manager for the Fairfax County Virginia Library Administration and was a member of the Wellsboro United Methodist Church. She enjoyed Fly Fishing with Frank and traveling with friends and family. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She dearly loved her rural home near Wellsboro, PA.
Lennie J. “Red” BURROUS, 75, of Round O, SC, died Saturday, April 6, 2024.
Born October 7, 1948, in West Branch Township, Galeton, PA, he was the son of Lester Judson and Virginia M. Knickerbocker Burrous.
A graduate of Galeton Area High School, he attended National Hardwood Lumber Association Inspector Training School in Memphis, TN and was employed in the lumber business his entire working career.
Carl Wolf
Carl E. Wolf, 89, of Erie, PA, and formerly of North Warren, PA, died on Monday April 8, 2024, at his residence.
He was born in Erie, PA, on November 22, 1934, the son of the late, Emil H. and Irene (Wagner) Wolf.
Carl attended St. John Elementary School, Cathedral Prep, and a graduate of Gannon University. He was drafted into the US Army in 1958 and served for two years.
Carl was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church and volunteered with their soup kitchen. He was a CCD teacher, lector, and Eucharistic minister. He was a member of the North Warren Volunteer Fire Department, Warren County Historical Society, Warren County Art Museum, DANK (German American Society), and a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus. Carl was also an avid photographer and enjoyed researching family genealogy.
William E. Miller “beloved storyteller”
CUBA, NY—William E. “Bill” Miller, 97, of Cuba, NY passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, after a short illness, in the care of his loving daughter, Kay Reynolds.
Born on Thursday, December 30, 1926 in Olean, Bill was the eldest son of Edwin and Beatrice Jordan Miller. He graduated from Portville High School.
On December 20, 1947, he married Nancy Wagner, who passed away on January 6, 2008. He was a talented storyteller with a larger-than-life personality. He was first a self-employed farmer, starting while he was still in high school and never completely gave up this occupation. He was employed by the former Gramco Feed Company and the former Line Material in Olean. He later sold insurance for John Hancock Life Insurance Company. He lastly was employed as a successful outside sales representative for Kraft Foods until he retired after 25 years of service.
During World War II, Bill was to be called to duty, but during a visit from the military it was decided that his time would better serve his country on the farm. He proudly helped all his children raise and sell their own herd of cattle to fund their further educations. Bill also hatched, raised, transported, and sold thousands of chickens in a partnership with his brother, Richard. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed taking family fishing vacations in Canada. He owned and piloted his own airplanes. He very much enjoyed watching his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren compete in a variety of sports, and was a fan of the Buffalo Bills. He was a member of Portville Lodge #579 F. & A.M.
William J. “Willie” Boroch, age 68, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.
He was born on July 28, 1955 in Wellsboro, PA a son of the late Joseph and Ann Marie (Banik) Boroch.
He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting, fishing and trapping. He was the former owner of Smokey’s and the Redwood Inn of Wellsboro, PA where he was known as a great cook and carpenter.
He is survived by a sister: Jackie (Arnie) Werts of Lancaster, PA.
He was predeceased by a sister: JoAnn Boroch and a brother: Michael Boroch.
Services will be private and are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.
William E. Miller
CUBA, NY—William E. “Bill” Miller, 97, of Cuba, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, after a short illness, in the care of his loving daughter, Kay Reynolds.
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
