Elery Jon WALIZER, 74, of Pennsdale, PA, died Friday, September 1, 2023 in his home. Arrangements will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Betty S. Witherell, 88, of Wetmore Trail in Kane, PA passed away Tuesday (Aug. 29) at her residence.
Born May 13, 1935 in Wilcox, she is the daughter of the late George and Ethel (Platt) Silvis. On Feb. 14, 1964, in Franklin, PA, she married Willard “Bill” Witherell, who preceded her in death.
Betty worked at the Carbon Co. Resistor division at Stackpole as a department group leader and as a quality control inspector for 30 years. She also worked as a geriatric nursing assistant at the Lutheran Home , a short order cook at Bob’s Trading Post and as a RSVP volunteer at the Salvation Army and Head Start. She enjoyed reading, working puzzles, working in her flower gardens, singing and playing the organ and she loved spending time with her family, decorating for the holidays and going for car rides.
Daniel J. Heitz, 61, of Emporium, PA passed away at his residence in Emporium on Monday (August 28, 2023) night following a lengthy illness. He was born September 15, 1961 in Darby, PA a son of the late Leroy and Elizabeth Gracey Heitz.
Dan graduated and after High School he served with the US Navy and worked as a Biomedical Equipment technician. He loved living in Cameron County.
Elizabeth Jean Schoonover, known by many as Jean, age 87, of Elkland, PA passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at the Green Home in Wellsboro following a heart attack.
Born October 5, 1935 in Roaring Branch, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Lillian (Frederick) Kohler.
Jean enjoyed socializing with anyone, watching softball games, playing cards (especially euchre), going out with friends, subs with her niece Alice, being outside and mowing her lawn.
She is survived by her son, Gordon Duff of Elkland and several special nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors.
Donald Anthony Corey passed away with his wife by his side early Thursday morning, August 31, 2023, after a more than five and one half year courageous battle with esophageal and stomach cancer. He never gave up trying to beat it.
Don was born in Warren, PA, on November 11, 1950 (Veterans’ Day), to Edwin Corey and Ann Graziano Corey. Don was a graduate of Warren High School, Class of 1968; a Sergeant E-5, U.S. Army, Vietnam; graduated from JCC and attended Kennedy Western University.
He was a past member of the Five County Consortium; Career Center Advisory Board; Warren Forest High Ed Council; Crimestoppers, Exchange Club; State Trustee BPOE. He worked at National Forge Company; Lorangers in Warren and Hungary; Torpedo Wire; Dalcor Associates which he founded; Sancor in Budapest Hungary; and Commonwealth of PA Department of Corrections, SCI-Cambridge Springs from which he retired as Director of Human Resources.
Daryl R. Richardson, 49, of Emporium, PA passed away at Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio on Wednesday (August 30, 2023) afternoon following a lengthy illness.
He was born April 9, 1974 in Johnstown, PA a son of Patricia McCloskey Richardson, Windber, PA and the late Doran Richardson. On September 2, 2005 in Emporium, PA he married Tracy Szemes, who survives.
Daryl graduated from Forest Hills High School in a class of 1992 and then went on to serve for four years with the US Marine Corps. Daryl was employed in the telecommunications industry- Adelphia Communications, Time Warner Cable, and Charter Communications.
Most recently he was employed with the Cameron County School District as the director of technology.
Patricia L. Vecellio, 92, of Bradford, PA passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
She was born on November 30, 1930; a daughter of the late Wesley and Lelah Burgess Arnett.
She was the widow of the late Emelio A. “Junior” Vecellio who preceded her in death on January 24, 2002.
She was a member of the Bradford Area Senior Center and she attended the former Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. She also enjoyed playing Bingo in her spare time.
She is survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends.
In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by several siblings.
At her request there will be no visitation or funeral services.
Private burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Robert Thomas “Tink” OLNEY, 86, of Potter Brook, Westfield, PA, died Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Born October 12, 1936, in Benezette, he was the son of Dee Harold and Almira Libbey Olney. He was raised by his mother in Elkland. When he was a pre-teen, his mother married Merle Beebe who became his father and they moved to Academy Corners.
A 1954 graduate of Cowanesque Valley High School, he enlisted in the US Navy at age 17 and served honorably from 1954 – 1957.
On September 4, 1959, in Potter Brook, he married the former Barbara Joy Houghtaling, who predeceased him on March 31, 1985. On May 28, 1988, in Potter Brook, he married the former Dianne R. Connolly Graves, who survives.
He was employed by Ingersoll-Rand and Dresser-Rand in Painted Post, NY for over 40 years and owned and operated the Robert T. Olney Insurance Agency.
SHINGLEHOUSE, Pa.—Tammy Marie Broshar-Paddock, 63, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Olean, NY and Wellsville, NY, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Monday, August 28, 2023.
Born on Friday, October 9, 1959 in Arlington, Texas, she was a daughter of Robert E. and Alice M. Howell Broshar. On October 7, 2001 in Geneva, N.Y., she married Jonathan S. Paddock, who survives.
Tammy was self-employed as a furniture painter, owning Alice’s Wonderland in Wellsville, N.Y., where she offered handmade products, such as soaps and candles. Tammy served as the Dog Control officer in Wellsville for several years.
Dorothy M. Abbott, 73, formerly of N. Main St., Port Allegany, PA passed away Tuesday (Aug. 29, 2023) in Sena Kean Manor, Smethport.
Born March 18, 1950, in Olean, NY, she was a daughter of Robert E. and Elizabeth M. McElwee Corah.
Dorothy was a lifetime resident of the area and a graduate of the Port Allegany High School, class of 1968. After high school, she drove school bus for Cox Busing, Port Allegany, and later was employed with Saint-Gobain Container Co., Port Allegany, retiring with 30 plus years of service.
Thomas L. Jashurek, 73, of Oak St., Kane, PA passed away Friday (Aug. 25) at UPMC-Kane. Born April 26, 1950 in Kane, he was the son of the late Frank and Rose (Rogers) Jashurek.
Tom worked as a janitor for the Kane Area School District. He was a member of the Kane VFW Lodge #1132 and the Kane Revival Center and he enjoyed gardening. He had also served in the U.S. Marines Corp. during the Vietnam War.
SHINGLEHOUSE, Pa.—Tammy Marie Broshar-Paddock, 63, of Shinglehouse, PA, formerly of Olean, NY and Wellsville, NY, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Monday, August 28, 2023.
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.
Robert Thomas “Tink” OLNEY, 86, of Potter Brook, Westfield, PA, died Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Friends may call at People’s Church of Potter Brook, 62 Rte. 49, Westfield, PA 16950 on Sunday, September 3, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 4:00 PM.
A complete obituary will be announced by OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Rose M. Bowen, 64, a resident of St. Marys, PA passed away at her home with her family by her side on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 following a lengthy illness.
She was born on March 5, 1959 in Kane, PA, a daughter of the late Pete Bowen and Marie Morris Bowen, who survives of Highland.
Rose was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Kane High School. She worked at Burger King for a number of years. She loved sitting and watching the birds, and loved her cat, Max. She could often be found watching tv or spending time with her family. She will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who cherished her family.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by 3 children; Tiffany Hadfield of St. Marys, Nichole (Patrick Steele) Hadfield of St. Marys, and Chris (Kira Reed) Hadfield of Treasure Lake; and by seven grandchildren; Alicia, Austin, Mia, Niko, Little Chris, Isabella, and Ryanne. She is also survived by numerous siblings, including Betty (Roy) Stillman of Kane, by numerous nieces and nephews, and by the father of her children; Donald Hadfield of Erie.
In addition to her father, Rose was preceded in death by a brother and one sibling in infancy. Rose M. Bowen, 64, a resident of St. Marys, PA
Funeral and Committal Services for Rose M. Bowen will be held privately and at the convenience of the family.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Robert Joseph Wilhelm, 77, of Coudersport, passed away on July 12, 2023, at his home. Robert was born on February 1, 1946, in New London, OH, the son of the late Milton and Helen (Wideman) Wilhelm. He was the husband of the former Patricia Lee Ringwalt who preceded him in death on October 18, 2019.
A celebration of Robert’s life will be held Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 12:00 pm at Gospel Tabernacle, 420 US 6, Coudersport. A private committal was held in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions in Robert’s name be made to the Gospel Tabernacle, 420 US 6, Coudersport, PA 16915. The family has entrusted Robert’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport. To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Robert V. Howard, 80, of 110 Wehler Road, St. Marys, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Snyder Memorial Health Care Center in Marienville, after an illness of the past year.
Bob was born May 3, 1943, in Kane, son of the late Leonard and Wilna Hitchcock Howard. He was a graduate of Kane High School, Class of 1961, a graduate of the University of Cincinnati, earning his Metallurgy Degree, and continued his studies with Penn State University.
Bob was instrumental in the growth of the powdered metal industry in the region. In 1972, he founded Exotic Metals and served as President until the early 1990s. He earned the Distinguished Service to Powdered Metallurgy by the Powdered Metal Industry Federation in 2005.
Bob served multiple terms as mayor for both the Borough of Ridgway and the City of St. Marys. Among other accomplishments, Bob led the effort to have the Boot Jack by-pass built after numerous tractor trailer accidents in Ridgway. He was an Eagle Scout, a member of the Elk County Underwater Recovery and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed both fishing and hunting, as well as an avid Penn State University football fan.
On May 28, 1989, in Hawaii, Bob married Margaret A. “Peggy” Jackson, who survives. They were blessed to share 34 years of marriage.
He is also survived by his son, Dean S. Howard (Chrissy) of Greensburg; three step-daughters: Jennifer Myers (Dave) of Union City, Amy Provenzo (Curt) of Fairport, NY, and Anne Jackson (Shawn Anthony) of St. Marys; 10 grandchildren: Maggie Howard, Lauren Howard, Cameron Howard, Alec Myers, Brooke Myers, Claire Provenzo, Jackson Provenzo, Michael Provenzo, Carter Redmond, and Landyn Anthony; one great-grandson, Sullivan Howard; two nephews; and by two sisters-in-law: Mary Kay Votano of Houston, TX and Betsy Olmstead of Smethport.
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his son, Donald Howard, and by his brother, Fred Howard.
A funeral service will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home at a later date and time to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Snyder Memorial Health Care Center, 156 Snyder Memorial Road, Marienville, PA 16239.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Margaret M. Groll, 91, of 129 Sara Road, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born March 18, 1932, in St. Marys, daughter of the late John and Isabella Raffeinner Buerk. She was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and was instrumental in the family business at Groll’s Disposal.
On August 2, 1950, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, she married the late, Alexander M. “Doc” Groll, who preceded her in death on March 13, 2020. They shared their lives together for close to 70 years in marriage.
Margaret is survived by a daughter, Phyllis Ford of St. Marys; a son, James Groll (Anita) of St. Marys; a daughter-in-law, Mary Groll-Clelland (Scott) of St. Marys; eight grandchildren: Jeanette Groll-Leckey, Eric Groll (Jeanie), Allan Groll (Erin), Kevin Groll (Jessie), Ronald Ford (Shari), Lisa Hill (Brandon), Steven Groll, and Sierra Groll (Cody); 11 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by three sisters: Monica Ludwig, Rita Hice, and Gloria Cummings; a brother, Philip Erich; by numerous nieces, nephews, and longtime family friend, Sam Shefcyk of St. Marys.
In addition to her husband and parents, Margaret was preceded in death by three sons: Steven, David, and in infancy, Larry Groll; two grandsons: Martin Alexander Ford and Shawn Leckey; a son-in-law, Ronald Ford; seven sisters: Theresa Poland, Carol Erich, Agnes Cataldo, Dorothy Leonberg, Sabina Kidd, Genevieve Ruehl, and Sarah Daniels; and four brothers: Erhard Buerk, Gilbert Buerk, Joseph Buerk, and James Erich.
Margaret was a parishioner of Queen of the World Church. She enjoyed Bingo, gambling at the casino, and loved to travel especially with her husband, Doc. She enjoyed baking pies and everyone always loved her coconut cream pies. Above everything else, she cherished her time spent with her family and friends.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in the Queen of the World Church on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 10:00 AM, celebrated by Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
There will be no visitation.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com
Laura Minerva Fragale, age 80 of Brighton, Colorado passed away on August 10, 2023, following a lengthy illness, at the Colliger Hospice Center, Wheatridge, Colorado.
She was born on July 10, 1943 a daughter of the late Carl and Lena (Verbeck) Beldin of Sterling Run, PA. She married Terry Fragale on August 24, 1979.
She is survived by her husband, Terry Fragale of Brighton, Colorado; a son, Richard Grasser of Kersey, PA; three daughters, Pamela Franklin of Richburg, NY; Patricia See of Todd Creek, Co, and Joanne Pearson, of Emporium, Pa; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers, Larry, “Tinker” Beldin, Vernon “Joe” Beldin, and Edward “Butch” Beldin along with several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by both of her parents; three brothers, Calvin Daugherty; Elmer ”Jr” Beldin and Harry Beldin.
Laura attended Cameron County School District. She was employed at Sylvania Electric and later at Zippo in Bradford, Pa. Laura was a very good, self taught, interior decorator and antique Upholsterer.
A prayer service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, Emporium, PA on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 10 AM. Internment will follow at the Moore Hill Cemetery.
Sherry L. Simon, 53, of State Street, St. Marys, PA passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, following a brief illness.
She was born on October 13, 1969 in St. Marys, a daughter of Joyce Reed Simon, who survives.
Sherry was a lifelong resident of the area and member of the Methodist Church. She graduated from St. Marys Area High School, class of 1991. Over the years, Sherry was very active with and enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics, especially swimming and track and field.
Shae A. Ebner, age 28 of Rochester, NY, passed away on Saturday August 26, 2023 in Austin, PA.
He was born on March 16, 1995 in Warsaw, NY a son to Dawn M. (Herbert) Ebner and John C. Ebner.
Shae was a 2013 graduate of Letchworth Central High School. He attended Keuka College and transferred to Finger Lake Community College where he received his bachelor’s degree in Music, and Sound Engineering.
He was employed by Iatse 25 Union in Rochester where he worked as a Stage Hand Rigger. Shae was a drummer in several local bands, The Domino King Band, Herbal Tonic and Faukai. He had a great love for music, a passion for living everyday to the fullest.
He was known for his hugs, infectious smile and having the kindest soul. He enjoyed playing basketball, soccer, hiking, bike riding and cooking. His favorite things in life were his family, friends, music and the love of his nephew Colter.
Michael A. Hoza, 85, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023 at UPMC Susquehanna, Williamsport, PA.
Born September 30, 1937, in Wilpen, PA, he was a son of the late Steven and Mary (Fendorak) Hoza. On August 19, 1961, at St. Bibiana’s Catholic Church in Galeton, he married the former Marial Purdy, who survives.
Mike graduated from Lock Haven State Teacher’s College and then taught math and driver’s education at the Galeton Area School District for 35 years.
Victor E. KIENITZ, 93, of Hot Springs, SD, died Monday, August 21, 2023 at Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville, NY.
Born December 10, 1929, in Smithwick, SD, he was the son of Henry and Phyllis Buoey Kienitz.
A hard-working farm boy and beloved brother, Victor enlisted in the U.S. Army at age 18. After basic training, he was sent to Camp Lee in Virginia for shoe repair school, which eventually sent him to work in Okinawa in the fall of 1949 until the fall of 1951.
Mother and Grandmother Pauline L. Comes, 94, of Cuba, NY passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Cuba Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Born on February, 20, 1929, in Olean, she was a daughter of John and Hazel Gore Dutton. On June 5, 1949, in Olean, she married Clair Comes who predeceased her.
She attended Olean High School. She later graduated from Olean Business Institute with a Medical Secretarial Degree, Alfred State with a degree in Medical Record Studies, and later from Jamestown Community College in Olean with an Associates in Arts.
She worked several places in Olean but spent a number of years at Park and Shop in Olean while also owning her own sewing shop.
Leon W. Piurkoski, Jr., 76, of Park Avenue, Ridgway, PA passed away at his home on Sunday, August 27, 2023, with his family by his side following a lengthy illness.
He was born on June 15, 1947 in Ridgway, a son of the late Leon Piurkoski, Sr. and Darlene Fischer Piurkoski.
On July 11, 1970, at St. Leo’s Church, he married Christine “Chris” DeGroat Piurkoski, who survives. Together they were blessed with more than 53 years of marriage.
Douglas K. ROBBINS, 92, of Westfield, PA, died Saturday, August 26, 2023.
Born April 16, 1931, in Corning, NY, he was the son of Clair and Eva Swan Robbins. On November 24, 1967, in Harrison Valley, he married the former Kathryn E. White, who survives.
A Korean War Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1952 – 56. He was employed by Eberle Tannery and Westfield Tanning Company. Doug loved to hunt and fish.
Ernest “Skipper” HARRISON, Jr., 74, of Wellsville, NY, died Tuesday, August 22, 2023 in his home.
Born October 11, 1948, in New York, NY, he was the son of Ernest and Ella Cocherham Harrison.
A Vietnam War Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1968 – 1970. He was employed as an engineer by Consolidated Edison in New York, from where he retired. He was also a pilot for Delta Airlines.
Surviving are: a daughter, Latonya Harrison of Atlanta, GA; a son, Derrick B. Workman-Harrison of Greensboro, NC; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; a sister, Ernestine Harrison of Bronx; nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Arnold Harrison.
Interment will be in Bath National Cemetery.
Cremation was at OLNEY-FOUST Private Crematory.
Memorials may be made to any veteran service organization.
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.com.
Karen L. (Warren) Clark, 82, formerly of Wellsboro, PA passed away Saturday August 26, 2023, at Manor Care North in Williamsport.
She was born October 15, 1940, in Wellsboro, to Kenneth and Flossie (Murray) Warren.
Karen earned her associate degree and worked as an RN at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Wellsboro. She was Catholic and attended widows retreats with her sister. Karen was an avid reader who read all the time, and enjoyed walking.