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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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William L. “Bill” Black, 87, of Port Allegany, formerly of Emlenton, PA, passed away Saturday (December 30, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024, from 10AM-12 Noon, at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., 105 Main St., Port Allegany, where funeral services will begin at 12 Noon in the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Baldwin and Rev. Michael Culver, co-officiating. Burial will be in Portage Valley Cemetery, Wrights, PA.
Henry D. “Dan” Bunce, 70, of 10 Riterville Road Lewis Run, PA passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at his residence surrounded by family.
Born October 13, 1953, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Willard F. and Elizabeth (Golthwait) Bunce, Sr.
On June 26, 1976, in Bradford, he married Rhonda (Benner) Bunce, who survives.
Dan was an Ironworker for many years. He also helped his father install roofs on area homes. He enjoyed working on vehicles and listening to country music.
A celebration of life for David A. Marquis, will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 11:00 am in First Methodist Church, 200 Market St, Warren, PA with the Rev. Dr. Mark Hecht, pastor, officiating.
Family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service in the Dunham Parlors at the church.
Joseph E. Geci, 72, of St. Marys and formerly of Homestead, FL, passed away on Wednesday, December 27th, following a lengthy illness at the home of his cousin, Sally Geyer, where he resided for nearly three years.
He was born on June 19th, 1951, the son of the late Joseph and Florence Kronenwetter Geci.
He is survived by numerous cousins.
Joseph is the last member of his immediate family. He was a graduate of the Saint Marys Area High School, Class of 1969. Joseph lived in Homestead, Florida for more than 40 years before moving back to Saint Marys.
Joyce “Joy” L. Lehosky, 85, formerly of West Eldred Road, Eldred, PA, passed away December 28, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home in Bradford, PA. Her daughter-in-law was by her side.
Joyce was born April 22, 1938, at the Canonsburg Hospital in Canonsburg, PA to the late Anthony and Bertha Fray Sacco of Southview, PA. She attended California State Teachers College (now known as PennWest California), in California, PA, where she met her husband. She graduated from St. Bonaventure University in Allegany, NY, and retired from Otto-Eldred Elementary School in Eldred, PA, where she taught second grade for several years.
Gerald E. “Jerry” Burrows, 70, of Barnum Road, Eldred, PA passed away on Tuesday (Dec. 26, 2023) at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on May 7, 1953 he was the son of Donald K. and Alice M. Freer Burrows.
Jerry was a lifelong resident of the Eldred area and attended the Otto-Eldred School District. He retired from Dresser Rand and enjoyed hunting, fishing and drinking.
James McLaughlin, 84, of Marshburg, PA passed away, Monday, December 25, 2023, at his residence.
Born August 11, 1939, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Marshall P. and Marion G. (Sheldon) McLaughlin Sr.
Jim served in the United States Army. After the service he joined the Ironworker Local 772 in Clearfield, and the Laborers Local Union 603 and worked for Cummins Construction Company for many years.
He was a member of the Eagles, Bradford Moose Lodge, and the American Legion.
Lillian A. Panew, 99, formerly of New Jersey, passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home, surrounded by her family.
Born August 4, 1924, in Mannington WV, she was a daughter of the late Wesley and Grace (Keyes) Ice. She was a graduate of Mannington High School.
Lil had been employed for over 20 years as a custodian at the Skillman Training School in New Jersey. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, and raising plants, and flowers.
Rev. Robert Edward ANDERSON, Jr., 63, of Ulysses, PA, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 3, 2023.
Friends may call at Penn-York Camp Alpine Center, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948 on Saturday, December 30, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, with a Celebration of Life service following at 4:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Penn-York Camp and Retreat Center, 266 Northern Potter Road, Ulysses, PA 16948 or online at www.pennyork.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Richard Todero of Greensburg, PA passed away, Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Kent General Hospital. He was 66.
Richard was born May 29, 1957 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to the late Richard Ralph Torero and Mary Kantz Todero.
He served in the United States Air Force retiring in 1995 after 20 years, and many deployments worldwide. He was a jack of all trades, very giving, caring man, a good dad, fully supporting his children in all their endeavors. Richard was a member of the American Legion Jerome Post #802 and former Commander.
Patricia A. Harrier, 64, of Austin, PA passed away Wednesday (December 27, 2023) at her home in Austin with her husband by her side.
Born May 18, 1959, in St. Mary’s, Pat was the daughter of Elmer and Betty (Heivly) Stengel. She grew up “on the hill” in a family-built pink house in Emporium.
Pat is a 1977 graduate of Cameron County High School, and she attended the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. She served as Township Secretary for Shippen and Roulette Townships for many years.
Pat loved music and attending concerts with her husband Bill. A self-described hippie, Pat could often be found flashing a peace sign while singing and dancing to her favorite songs. She also enjoyed gardening and loved animals, especially her cats and dog Whitman.
Gloria M. Wright, 80, of Warren, Pa., died Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at her home, after suffering an apparent heart attack.
She was born June 15, 1943, in Dunkirk, New York. She was the daughter of Murray R. Cain and Edward and Mildred Cain Wysocki.
She has been a Warren Co. resident since 1976 and formerly lived in Russell, PA. Gloria was a 1961 graduate of Dunkirk High School. She was employed with the Irvine Distribution Center for New Process Company, retiring from there after 25 years of employment.
Eldred- Alex and Xander Rixford, infant twin boys of Justin Rixford and Brittany Ray, passed away before birth on Saturday (December 16, 2023) at UPMC Cole.
Surviving is one brother; Jacob Ray, two sisters; Lakin Ray and Aurora Rixford, Paternal grandparents Michael Rixford of Eldred, and Bobbie Brawley of Eldred, Maternal grandmother Diane Simar of Emporium, three Aunts; Shannon Rixford, Brandi Rixford and Tiffany Simar.
Memorial contributions may be made to Justin Rixford and Brittany Ray 12 Stateline Rd Ext., Eldred, Pa 16731.
Steven L. “Cookie” Cook, 70, of 7557 Emerson Road, Wirt, NY passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at Olean General Hospital.
Born on December 29, 1952, in Olean, he was a son of Lawrence C. and Donna J. Peck Cook, Sr. On October 13, 2001, in Richburg, he married the former Marie A. Dunmire who survives.
He was a graduate of Richburg Central School Class of 1970. He then enlisted in the United States Army from August 8, 1972 until being honorably discharged on August 8, 1975. He received the National Defense Service Medal and Marksman Medal for both hand grenades and rifles.
Cookie worked at Dresser Rand with his father for a short period of time, but was a well-known in the logging industry, owning his own business Cooks Logging until his passing.
He was an excellent athlete and was extremely competitive. He still held several high school records. He was an avid golfer and played on the town softball league for many years. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing, but most of all his family was the most important to him.
Steve was inducted in the Allegany County Sports Hall of Fame and bowled the first 300 game and first 800 series at Good Times in Olean. He also had 10/300 games in his bowling career.
Pamela Johnson Hankison, 73, of 1587 Spreading Oak Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, and formerly of Toby Valley, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023 following a brief illness.
Arrangements for a private funeral are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Joanne E. Garbic, 77, formerly of Green Valley, AZ and Hickory Road, St. Marys, PA, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at the Casey House in Rockville, MD.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
Bernice R. Welker Ralph, 85, formerly of Port Allegany, PA passed away unexpectedly at her home in Challis, Idaho, on Dec. 18, 2023.
Born May 12, 1938, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of Marcellus and Rose Mueller Welker. On Dec. 26, 1959, in Distant, she married Ralph R. Ralph, who died Jan. 6, 2017. They were married for 57 years.
Bernice was a graduate of Redbank Valley High School in New Bethlehem. She earned Bachelor of Science degrees in elementary education and library science from Clarion State Teachers College, and later returned to Clarion University where she earned a master’s degree.
Mrs. Ralph taught at Port Allegany Elementary School at various grade levels from 1964 until her retirement. The following year she returned to the school as a volunteer in the Accelerated Reading program, a position she held until 2014. She had a lifelong passion for books and for helping children develop a love of reading, which led her to also support programs such as Story Hour at the Port Allegany public library.
During her teaching career, Mrs. Ralph was active in PSEA and served for many years as a union representative. After retirement, she continued working on behalf of public educators as an active member of PSEA-Retired and PASR.
Adeline A. Donahue, 99, formerly of Rasselas Road, Wilcox, PA, passed away at The Canopy at Warner Robins on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, following a brief illness.
She was born on March 8, 1924 in St. Marys PA, a daughter of the late John and Genevieve Benninger Smith
On May 4, 1946, she married the late James T. Donahue, who preceded her in death in 1995. Together they shared more than 49 years of marriage.
Adeline was a graduate of Johnsonburg High School and Warren business college. She was employed at Stackpole Carbon Company until her retirement in 1986. She moved to Warner Robins, GA in 2013 where she enjoyed the sun, swimming and gardening.
Andrew Finch Bacon, age 87, of Westfield, PA passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023 at his home.
Born November 22, 1936 in Delmar Township, he was the son of the late Otto and Myrtle (Finch) Bacon. Andy retired from the Dresser Rand in Painted Post.
He married Marlene (Staight) on October 5, 1963 and shared 60 years together. Andy was a member of the CV Anglers Association for 32 years and a member of the Ulysses American Legion. He enjoyed cutting and selling firewood, hunting, fishing and was devoted to his great-granddaughter.
Doris Lenox, 87, of 115 Benzinger Road, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully at her home on December 26, 2023, with her family by her side.
She was born on November 27, 1936 in St. Marys, daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Glatt Williamson. She was a lifelong resident of the area, attended St. Marys Parochial Schools, and managed Hour Glass Cleaners for 36 years.
On September 29, 1956 in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, she married the late Robert D. Lenox, who preceded her in death on May 15, 2002.
Evelyn P. “Lynn” GRANT, 79, of Ulysses, PA, died Monday, December 25, 2023 in Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA.
Born July 11, 1944, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of Morrow and Emily Lotte Perkins. On August 13, 1966, in Pittsburgh, she married George Robert “Mac” Grant, who survives.
A 1962 graduate of Shaler High School, she earned a bachelor’s degree in home economics and a master’s degree in elementary education from Mansfield University.
She was employed as a home economics teacher in the Galeton Area School District, home economist by North Penn Gas Company, Head Start teacher in Ulysses and Galeton, and I.U. #9 Title 1 math teacher in the Galeton Area School District and enrichment teacher in Potter county schools.
Glenn T. Gutgsell, 94, of Emporium, PA passed away at UPMC Cole, Coudersport, PA on Saturday morning, December 23, 2023.
He was born June 16, 1929 in Grand Rapids, MI, a son of the late Norman and Frances DuQuette Gutgsell. On November 8, 1952 at St. Mark Catholic Church he married the late Alice Hornung.
Glenn graduated from Galeton High School in the class of 1947. After high school, he served with the U.S. Air Force for 6 years. He was stationed in Japan, during the Korean War and honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant. Glenn retired from Cameron Manufacturing as a machinist where he had worked for many years. He also drove school bus and was the weekend security guard at Sintered Metals for many years.
Glenn served as a past commander of the VFW Post 6221, was a past Exalted Ruler of the former Emporium Moose Lodge, and served as an officer in the Cameron County Bucktail Rod and Gun Club. Glenn also was a deputy game protector under Norm Erickson. He was a member of Potter County Historical Society and a life member of the Cameron County Historical Society. Glenn was an active member of St. Mark Catholic Church.
