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The Potter-Tioga Maple weekend is celebrating their 21st year of hosting the art of maple syrup creation. There are 17 participating farms and educational experiences throughout the two counties on March 15 and 16 from 10 AM - 4 PM. Photo by Andy Lychalk, Jr.
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Neal Osmer, 53, of South Settlement Rd. in Kane, PA passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday (Feb. 6) at his residence.
Born Feb. 15, 1970 in Kane, he is the son of the late Arthur and Nancy (Thrush) Osmer.On April 28, 2017, in St. Marys, he married Deborah Lehman, who survives.
Neal worked at Bradford Forest Products as a heavy equipment operator. He had also worked as an electrician and a logger. He was a kind man who would help anybody in need. He was also a talented musician and played in the band Luke and the Drifters.
Portville- Mark W. Hannon passed away Monday (February 5, 2024) at the Cuba Hospital.
Mark was born in Olean on September 11, 1922, he was the son of the late Mark James and Frances Naoma LeStrange Hannon. On July 11, 1952 he married the former Carolyn R. Wormer, who predeceased him on November 15, 2019.
Mark was a graduate of Olean High School. He enrolled in St. Bonaventure University, leaving school to go serve his country in WWII where he fought in the Battle of the Bulge. Returning after the war to St. Bonaventure to get a bachelors degree. While at Bonas he was a big part of the ROTC program. Mark went on to work as a salesman for the Millcraft Paper Company.
He was a member of Bolivar Country Club, lifetime member of Bartlett Country Club, playing golf into his late 90’s. He belonged to Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels. He also was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Portville, where he served as a Trustee and was involved in numerous church activities, including Catholic Charities. He was an election inspector for the Village of Portville. Later in life he received an honorary degree from St. Bonaventure’s University President, Sister Margaret Carney, for perseverance.
Frances E. Ouderkirk loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother
Olean- Frances E. Ouderkirk, of East Windfall Rd, passed away peacefully Monday (February 5, 2024) at home surrounded by her loving family.
Frances was born in Olean on March 2, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Rose Fahey Snyder. On September 2, 1961, she married David F. Ouderkirk, who predeceased her on November 3, 2021.
After graduation, Frances went on to get her beauty license. She and her husband owned and operated Daves Restaurant and Dave Ouderkirk Construction for many years. Frances also worked at the Olean General Hospital, retiring in 2001. She was a former vice president of the Christopher Columbus Lodge.
Bona M. Heiberger, 86, of 128 Melody Road, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, February 5, 2024.
She was born on December 25, 1937 in Bukovo, Yugoslavia, a daughter of the late Pando and Ilinka Srbinovski Djorevich.
Bona immigrated to America with her family on June 4, 1952 from North Macedonia (the former Republic of Yugoslavia).
On June 7, 1958, at St. Marys Church, she married the late Edwin J. Heiberger, who preceded her in death on September 29, 2014. Together they shared more than 56 years of marriage.
She retired from St. Marys Carbon Company in 2000 after 44 1/2 years of service.
Elwin Lewis GEER, 83, of Rexville, NY, formerly of Wellsville, died Monday, February 5, 2024 in Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville.
Born August 4, 1940, in Wellsville, he was the son of Raymond Elwin and LaNora Aline Fanton Geer. On July 23, 2004, in Scio, he married the former Elsie Potter Davis, who survives.
A 1959 graduate of Wellsville High School, he was employed by Frederick Mulholland at Mulholland Funeral Home in Wellsville while in school from 1952 to October 1959. In October 1959, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served until July 1962, honorably discharged as Shipfitter (pipefitter) Petty Officer 3rd Class. Elwin was employed by C.E. Air Preheater in Wellsville as a welder/fitter from September 1963 to July 1980. He moved to Florida in 1980 and returned to Wellsville in 1993. He was employed by Current Control in Wellsville from May 1995 until his retirement in October 2010.
Elwin was a member of Christian Temple Church, now Grace United Church, for over 50 years, Morrison Hayes American Legion Post #702 in Wellsville, ACRES (Allegany County Radio Emergency Service) CB radio club, Wellsville Volunteer Ambulance Corps, and was one of the original members of the Civil Defense Rescue Squad. He enjoyed doing paint-by-number paintings and bead banners.
Arthur J. Smith Jr., 67, formerly of 22 Miller Street, Bradford, PA died Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the Pavilion at BRMC.
Born May 9, 1956, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Arthur J. and Elizabeth Laura (Colett) Smith, Sr.
He attended St. Bernard School and Bradford Central Christian High School.
Art served in the United States Marine Corps.
Art worked at Bradford Hospital, later at the Bradford Mall as Maintenance Supervisor. He also worked at Hanley Brick and he did construction around the country. When he retired, he was employed at the Allegheny Particleboard Plant in Hutchins.
Madi Elizabeth Mohr, infant, of Bradford, PA passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Olean General Hospital.
Madi is survived by her parents, Paul J. and Morgan L. (Jordan) Mohr, Jr., one brother, Elijah Mohr, all of Bradford, her maternal grandparents, Jenny (Tim Hale) Clark, and Robert Jordan, maternal aunts and uncles, Cody (Kayla) Jordan, Hunter Jordan, and April (Raven Burkett) Lanphere, paternal grandmother, Jackie Jones, paternal aunts and uncles, Preston Jones, Kylynn Jones, Alyssa Jones, and Rachel Houghtailing, and many great aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 3:00 pm in the Derrick City Seventh-Day Adventist Church, with Rev. Andrew Christiansen, officiating.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Norma L. (Grinnell) Gee, age 89, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Monday, February 5, 2024.
She was born on July 12, 1934 in Blossburg, PA, a daughter of the late Frank and Lorena (Reynolds) Grinnell and was married to the late Henry D. Gee.
Norma was employed as a telephone operator in Wellsboro, PA and also worked at the Wellsboro Sears Store.
She was a member of the Mountain view Baptist Church and enjoyed crocheting, Pottery, sewing, cooking, canning and especially spending time with her grandchildren.
Dawn Lousie Smith, 63, formerly of Cuba, New York and Dryden, passed away Sunday, February 04, 2024 at the Cayuga Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a lengthy illness.
Born on April 27, 1960, in Hornell, she was a daughter of Herbert and Ann Witter Smith.
Dawn was a graduate of Cuba Central School Class of 1978. She later attended the Veterinary Program at Cornell University.
She had been a pet sitter for many years and worked in a Veterinary Clinic in the Dryden area prior to becoming ill.
Michael G. Schwarz, age 75 of Elkland, PA passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024.
Born May 24, 1948 in Elkland, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph F. and Rose (Ziglin) Schwarz.
Michael graduated from Elkland High School in 1966 and was a lifelong resident of Elkland and also resided in Galeton, PA. He was a lifelong educator and mentor who truly enjoyed working with every student helping them reach their full potential. He had a positive influence on the lives of many who regularly contacted him to express their gratitude.
Michael was a Math teacher, Vice Principal and Principal at Cowanesque Valley High School. He finished his career as Superintendent of Galeton School District.
He was a basketball referee for 40+ years and also a member of the Tioga County Hall of Fame as a coach/contributor. He was an avid golfer and fisherman, loved tying flies, making wine, and traveling. The highlight of his day was socializing with the people that he came in contact with and especially enjoyed meeting with his morning coffee groups.
He was a member of River Valley Country Club. He generously volunteered his time on a daily basis and could always be found cleaning golf carts, searching for golf balls or mentoring people with their golf swing. Michael was also a member of the St. Thomas Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Elkland and Galeton Moose Lodge, Knoxville VFW and the Knoxville Fire Department. Michael was a Mayor of Elkland and served on the Elkland Borough Council.
Robert Carlson, 79, of N. Fraley St. in Kane, PA passed away Sunday (Feb. 4) at UPMC-Hamot. Born Aug. 6, 1944 in Kane, he is the son of the late William and Joyce (Jackson) Carlson.
Bob worked as a special education teacher for many years in the Otto-Eldred School District.
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.
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.
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.
