Obituaries

Krista Chiaravalloti, 46, of Bradford passed away Friday, November 22, 2024, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born on April 9, 1978, in Warren, to Elizabeth (Rodgers) Woodward and the late John Chiaravalloti.

Krista graduated High School in 1996 from Poteet High School in Mesquite, Texas where she played violin and enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. She loved spending time with her nephew (DJ) and her niece (Kelsey) and was so excited when her great nephew was born and could not wait to spoil him.

Krista showed compassion and love to everyone she met. Her smile and laugh were contagious, as her one goal each day was to make people smile. To know her was to love her, as she truly had a heart of gold and she will be deeply missed by many.

Robert A. Curcio, 71, of 21 Kloss Lane, Bradford, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Bradford Manor.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Richard “Dick” Zimmerman, 84, of Russell, Pa, died on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, in the John and Orpha Blair Hospice House, after an extended illness.

Family will receive friends on Friday, November 29, 2024, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm, at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East St, Warren, Pa.

A complete obituary will be published when it’s available.

Stuart Joseph Myers, 80, of Hazel Hurst, passed away Monday (November 25, 2024) at his residence.

A full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Shirley A. McDowell

Port Allegany — Shirley A. McDowell, 88, of Port Allegany passed away Monday (November 25, 2024) at Sweden Valley Manor, following a brief illness.

She was born April 16, 1936, in Port Allegany, a daughter of Clifford and Neva McNeil Grimes. She was married to Llewellyn “Pick” McDowell, who died in 1991.

Mrs. McDowell attended Port Allegany schools. She was a member of the Class of 1954.

Throughout her life she was employed at several area manufacturing facilities, including Viko Furniture in Eldred, Jaguar Manufacturing in Smethport, and Ball Foster (Ardagh) Glass in Port Allegany, retiring in 1997 after 12 years of service. She was a skilled seamstress, sewing doll clothes for the Cameo Doll Company when it operated in Port Allegany. She operated her own fabric store for a time. She was also employed by the Market Basket, Kantar’s Department Store, and Georgie’s Fabric Center of Port Allegany.

Anthony P. Magnetti, 81, formerly of Gates Hollow passed away Wednesday November 20, 2024 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born December 2, 1942 in Berkley, CA he was a son of the late Anthony L. Magnetti and Helen (Allen) Fairbanks.

Tony was a 1961 graduate of Bradford High School and later graduated from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford with a bachelor’s degree in public relations.

On January 9, 1961 Tony enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served until his honorable discharge on January 8, 1965.

Tony worked at Corning Glass Works, as an auto mechanic at Bell Telephone and Star Garage and at the Oil Production Department at Bradford High School. He was an accomplished taxidermist who worked out of his home. He retired to Florida and worked as a Sales Associate at Home Depot and a handyman in his community

Deborah L. Ryan, 76, of Coudersport, PA, was surrounded by love when she transitioned to eternal life on Thursday, November 21, at UPMC-Cole Memorial Hospital, after a heroic 6-year battle with Frontal Temporal Dementia.

Debbie was born September 3, 1948, in St. Marys, PA., to the late Patrick and Dorothy Lewis of Emporium, PA. She enjoyed childhood adventures in Cameron County with her bestie, Judy Boyer. As a teenager, Debbie worked at her family’s store (Pat’s Grocery), led children’s activities at the recreational park, and was a highly-sought-after babysitter. She was on the cheerleading squad, the gymnastics club, and proudly accepted the title of “Class Clown” of 1966. She attended Clarion State Teachers College, where she was a resident assistant and honed her Canasta skills while earning a B.S. degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Physical Education. On June 27, 1970, one day after taking her final college exams, she married her high school sweetheart, best friend, and love of her life, Pete Ryan, at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, Emporium. Their marriage of 54 years was an example of resiliency, as they showed each other grace, love and support, even in the most difficult times.  Debbie found great joy in being the mother of three children, whom she adored.

Tranquil M. “Tranny” TIMPONE, 98, of Belfast, NY, died Friday, November 22, 2024 in Olean General Hospital. 

Born April 23, 1926, in Hartford, CT, she was the daughter of John and Mildred Galliachio Martell.  In 1948, in New York City, she married Robert N. Timpone, who predeceased her on July 26, 1987.  A graduate of Queens Forest Hills High School, she was employed as an office administrator by Belfast Central School.  Tranny was a member of St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church in Belfast.  

David S. “Steve” Wilson, Jr., of Arkport, NY, died peacefully at Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center after a 12-year battle with dementia. 

Born October 16, 1953, in Geneva, he was the son of Dave and E. Marguerite Hudson Wilson.  On August 21, 1976, in Fayette, he married Lisa Beard, who survives.  Steve graduated from Romulus Central School in 1973.  He retired from Ontario County Solid Waste Management after 21 years.  Steve was a lifelong athlete.  After retirement, he enjoyed years of golfing and fishing. 

Carolyn Kay Dille, 93, of Smethport, passed away Saturday (November 23, 2024) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport.

A full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

Gerald A. Pirrung, Jerry, age 82 died peacefully on September 22, 2024 at his daughter Cathy’s home in Avon Park, Florida. He fought a short but determined struggle against metastatic cancer. 

Jerry was born in Bath, NY on June 6, 1942 to his parents Victor and Bertha Pirrung. 

Jerry is survived by his wife, Connie, the love of his life of 59 years. He had 4 adult children; Victoria, David, Jeffrey and Catherine. He is also survived by his sister Linda and her husband, Robert Odum, and his brother James and wife, Sharyl. 

He was incredibly proud of his 12 grandchildren; Sommer Elizabeth, Alex Kathryn, Renee Sommer, Lilly Leone, Elizabeth Mary, Tyler Morrison, Connor Francis, Cole Joseph, Luke Andrew , Caroline Denise, John Joseph & Francis Michael. His 6 great grandchildren are Luciana, Michael, Eli, James, Kai and Maya. 

Jerry was a man of faith who loved his family. He had an incredible work ethic and throughout his life he was a teacher, fuel distributor, auctioneer and farmer. Through his love of sports, he cultivated many friendships while supporting athletes and coaches. Jerry loved to travel experiencing new adventures with his wife, Connie, and especially enjoyed bringing family and friends together for epic beach celebrations. We were fortunate to celebrate “Pop-Popalooza” to honor his 80th birthday at Carolina Beach.

Richard B. “Dick” Straub, 86, of Grandview Road, St. Marys, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Penn Highlands Jefferson Manor, following a brief illness.

He was born on July 6, 1938 in St. Marys, a son of the late Frank and Marguerite Bender Straub.

On September 9, 1961, at Queen of the World Church, he married the late Catherine “Kitty” Conroy Straub, who preceded him in death on August 11, 2016. Together they were blessed with more than 54 years of love and marriage.

William R “Bill” Barnett, 83, of Port Allegany, passed away on Sunday (November 24, 2024) at his home surrounded by his family

He was born March 10, 1941 in Coudersport, the son of Robert and Edith (Rumiano) Barnett. On November 23, 1963 in St. Gabriel’s Church In Port Allegany, he married Norma “Sue” G. Manning, who survives.

Mr. Barnett was a graduate of Port Allegany High School class of 1959. After graduation he went to work for Ball Incon where he was a member of the job change crew and machine repair crew. Bill retired in 2001 after 42 years of service.

Carolyn Kay Dille, 93, of Smethport, passed away Saturday (November 23, 2024) at Lakeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Smethport, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born September 16, 1931 in East Smethport, the daughter of Howard A. and Margaret A. (Penn) Wright. On April 19, 1974, in the United Methodist Church of Smethport, she married Garvin A. Dille, who died April 25, 2018.

Kay was a graduate of Smethport High School and attended West Brook Academy. She was employed at the Smethport Highway Sheds/Barns, the McKean County Courthouse, and lastly as a book keeper at the Guidance Center in Smethport, PA.

She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Bucktail Post #138 of Smethport. Kay enjoyed spending time with her family. She will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother, step mother, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother.

Maxine Ruth McFall, 87, of Turtlepoint, passed away peacefully on Saturday (November 23, 2024) at her home in Turtlepoint, with her family by her side.

 She was born September 4, 1937 in Smethport, the daughter of Gerald and Leilla (Daily) Slade. She married Gerald A. McFall, who preceded her in death.

 Maxine attended Smethport Area High School. She had been employed by Ethan Allen, Canoe Place Inn, the Robins Nest, & retired from the Daily Bread Cafe in 2013.

William R. “Bill” Barnett, 83, of Port Allegany, passed away on Sunday (November 24, 2024) at his home surrounded by his family.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Home, Port Allegany, are incomplete and will be announced.

Dr. Peder J. HANCHER, DDS, 84, of Wellsville, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2024 in his home surrounded by his loving family.  

He had suffered from Frontotemporal Dementia for the last four years.  Born October 9, 1940 in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of James Herman and Eveleth Pedersen Hancher.  A graduate of Holland Central School, he received his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Union College and his DDS from University of Buffalo.  

Donna F. LAMPMAN, 83, of Ulysses, PA, died Thursday, November 21, 2024 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport after a long battle with metastatic breast cancer.  Born April 5, 1941, in Troupsburg, NY, she was the daughter of Albert A. and Elsie M. Bailey Cornish.  

A 1958 graduate of Troupsburg Central School, she was employed by Galeton Production and Electri-Cord in Westfield.  Her interests included tending to her house plants and reading.  She loved spending time with her family.  

John W. Hemphill      “beloved father, son, brother, and uncle”

John W. Hemphill, 66, of Shinglehouse, passed away with his loving family by his side on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in UPMC Hamot, Erie, after a long illness.

Born on Wednesday, February 19, 1958 in Olean, NY, he was a son of William L. “Bill” and Sharon G. Goodman Hemphill.   On July 21, 2000 in Swoyersville, he married Tanya L. Ayers, who passed away on May 20, 2014.

John was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, Class of 1976, in Shinglehouse.  He served in the US Army for 5 years attaining the rank of Buck Sargent.  He served in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and had also was stationed at Dexheim, West Germany.

John held a number of occupations and operated several businesses.  He was a self-employed welder and was also was a factory welder having worked at Dresser-Rand in Olean, NY and Air Pre-Heater in Wellsville, NY.  He was a flight instructor and a commercial pilot.

Gregory C. Barrera, 67, of Rt. 46 in Smethport, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024, at his residence with his wife at his side.

Born in San Gabriel, CA on June 21, 1957, he was a son of Raymond Barrera, Sr., of San Gabriel, CA and the late Vivian (Candela) Barrera.

He was a 1975 graduate of San Gabriel High School.

On June 28, 1978, he joined the United States Army. He spent his four years as a Firefighter, and Food Service Specialist. He was honorably discharged on June 27, 1981.

On September 26, 1998, in Big Bear Lake CA, he married Toni Rae (Lester) Barrera, who survives.

Linda L. Howard, 81, of Russell, Pa, formerly of Neiltown, Pa, died on Saturday November 23, 2024, in St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, Pa.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday November 26, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., 304 East Street Warren Pa, 16365.

Funeral services and burial in Neiltown Cemetery will be private and held at the convenience of the family. A complete obituary will be published when its available.

James L. CRAMER, 71, of Bath, NY, formerly of Whitesville, died Thursday, November 21, 2024 in the Steuben Center, Bath. 

Born October 13, 1953, in Hornell, he was the son of Barry C. and M. Barbara Cleveland Cramer.  A graduate of Whitesville Central School, he served honorably in the U.S. Army. 

Through the years, he was employed by Pennsylvania Railroad, Fitzpatrick Poultry Farms, Morrison-Knudsen in Hornell, and as a self-employed logger. 

Surviving are: his mother, M. Barbara Cramer of South Carolina; five children, Jeana (Jason) Wood of Sebastian, FL, Jeremy (Brenda Davenport) Cramer of Genesee, PA, Zachariah Cramer of Whitesville, Ashley Cramer of Rochester, and Christen Cramer of Harrison Valley, PA; six grandchildren, Sarah, Mackenzie, Chelsey, Tyler, Ervin, and Kindbud; ten great-grandchildren; three brothers, Barry Cramer, Jr. of TN, Scott Cramer of SC, and Jon (Stephanie) Cramer of SC; four sisters, Jacqueline Robbins of Whitesville, Penny Bryant of Whitesville, Becky (Johnny) Marlow of NC, and Loni (Paul) Phelps of Whitesville; nieces and nephews.  

He was predeceased by his father; and three siblings, Terry Cramer, Joseph Cramer, and Paul Cramer. 

Services will be private.  Cremation was at OLNEY-FOUST Private Crematory.  

Memorials may be made to the SPCA serving Allegany County.  Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome

Maxine Ruth McFall, 87, of Turtlepoint, passed away peacefully on Saturday (November 23, 2024) at her home in Turtlepoint, with her family by her side.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 10 AM-12 Noon at the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc., 105 N Main St., Port Allegany, where  funeral services will start at 12 noon, with the Rev. James Kazimer, Pastor of the First Church of God, Eldred, officiating.  

Burial will be in the Annin Creek Cemetery, Turtlepoint.     

Memorials may be made to McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave. Bradford, PA 16701, Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.  

William Bucky McKee IV

William Bucky McKee IV, 54, of Warren, Pa, died on Saturday November 23, 2024, in his home.

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

John A. “Jack” Grube, 89 of 100 High Point Dr., passed away Friday (Nov. 15) at in the Lutheran Home at Kane. Born Oct. 6, 1935, in Punxsutawney, he was the son of the late Russell and Ellen (Shirk) Grube.  

After graduating from Cameron County High School in 1955 Jack entered the Air Force and was stationed at Scott’s Air Force Base in Illinois. On June 8, 1956, in Belleville, IL he married his high school sweetheart, Donna Caton, who survives. Upon returning he worked for many years at the Quality Market, Market Basket, and was the Food Service Director for The Nutrition Group in Kane and Brockway. After “retiring” he worked for the KASD providing specialized transportation for many years. He was a past member of the Kane Lions Club, the Men’s Chorus, and participated in several productions of the Kane Players. He was also a member of the Kane Sports Boosters being inducted into the Sports Boosters Hall of Fame after nearly 50 years of working the chain gang and running the clock for football and running the time clock for basketball, volleyball, and wrestling. He was a very active member of St. John’s Episcopal Church where he held several organizational positions. Jack was awarded the Ambassador of Peace medal for missionary work in Spain along with his good friend, the Rev. Stephen Shuart.

Joanne M. Monroe, age 66, of Westfield, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at UPMC Williamsport. Born August 3, 1958 in Blossburg, she was the daughter of the late Maynard and Frances (VanSkiver) Gunn.

She married Alexander H. Monroe, who passed away at the age of 22 in 1984. Joanne’s children and grandkids were her life. She loved all things outdoors; camping, going to the Asaph or Hills Creek State Park, music around the bonfires and rides around the hill looking for deer. Joanne enjoyed talking and gossiping with her friends.