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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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Margaret Ann “Peggy” Pistner, 81, of Bradford, PA passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Olean General Hospital.
Born November 26, 1942, in St. Mary’s, she was a daughter of Harold and Martha (Keller) Pistner.
During the 70’s and 80’s Peggy was very creative and made and sold her own ceramic pottery in the malls and galleries in Pennsylvania and Western New York. She later acquired her Real Estate License and sold homes throughout the Bradford area for more than 30 years.
Peggy was a member of St. Bernard Church and the American Legion. She was a wonderful woman who will be sorely missed.
Patricia A. Janoski, 85, of the Lutheran Home at Kane, PA passed away Tuesday evening, December 12, 2023 at the Lutheran Home following a brief illness.
She was born in Johnsonburg on November 5, 1938, a daughter to the late Max and Amelia Bodistow Pavlock. On August 26, 1978 in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, she married Louis Janoski. He preceded her in April of 1983.
Patricia had been a resident of the Lutheran Home for the past 2 years and had lived briefly in Ridgway. Born and raised in Johnsonburg, she was a 1956 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. She received a business degree from Robert Morris University and spent most of her life in the Harmarville-Cheswick-Springville area as a secretary for many businesses and hospitals. She had worked for Hirsch-Truxler and Weiss, Atty’s. in Pittsburgh, Alan Zoeller Painting, Podmilsak’s Market and several hospitals, all as a secretary and had been a Twp. Supervisor for Harmar Twp., PA.
Patricia was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Harmarville, PA and was very active in the church. She had served as a Eucharistic Minister, sang in the choir and was on the parish council. She took pride in taking care of her home and was very meticulous in its care. She was also very involved volunteering with the St. Vincent DePaul Society.
AUSTIN, PA—Ralph M. Young, 80, of Austin, passed away in his home on Thursday, December 7, 2023.
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.
Patricia E. “Patty” Eckert, 83, of Ridgway, PA died on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at her residence after a brief illness.
She was born on November 27, 1940, a daughter of the late James and Margaret Emmert Renaud
On April 3, 1980, in Johnsonburg, she married Charles Eckert who survives.
Patty was a graduate of Kersey High School and Christian by faith. She retired from Ridgway Powder Metals and was an active member of the Fox Twp Senior Center. Patty, along with her husband, was the founders of the Heckowee Camping club traveling to various states. She loved spending time with her family and was known for her amazing apple pies. Along with her camp, she enjoyed fishing with Charles, crocheting, and traveling. “Love ya later”
Charles E. “Chuck” Hullihen, 89, of 128 Comet Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at his residence, surrounded by his family.
He was born September 11, 1934, in Bradford, son of the late Milford Hullihen and Leah Van Houtte Hullihen Grasser. Chuck was a lifelong resident of the area and attended St. Marys Area Schools before entering the United States Army and serving in Japan. He was employed at Pure Carbon, where he met his loving wife of 66 years, prior to working at St. Marys Tool and Die, where he retired in 1999.
On August 17, 1957, in the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Ridgway, Charles married June Ellen Nelson, who survives.
Esther Lorraine Dover, 90, of Langmaid Lane Bradford, PA passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
Born August 8, 1933, in Custer City, she was a daughter of the late John and Rose (Steffy) Leonard II. She was a graduate of Bradford High School where she was in the marching band and was elected May Queen.
Esther had been employed as an assembler at Corning Glass in Bradford, she also was a waitress and played the piano in various restaurants and night clubs like the Brookside, Legends, and Roman Villa.
CLARA, PA—Dennis D. Brown, 83, of Clara, PA passed away peacefully in his home with his loving wife by his side on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
Born on Sunday, November 24, 1940 in Olean, NY, he was a son of Charles E. and Ona M. Tyler Brown. On May 3, 1963 in Elizabeth, NJ, he married Marion A. Hebbe, who survives.
Dennis was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. He was the owner/operator of D.B. Computers until his retirement. Prior to owning his own business, he was a computer technician working lastly for UNISYS Corp.
Dennis was a member of the Shinglehouse Methodist Church. Singing was his passion, having sung in the Church choir and the group “Witness”. He was an avid bowler and in his younger years enjoyed hunting.
Irwin, Pa- Cami A. Pinchock, 39, formerly of Port Allegany, PA passed away on Thursday (December 07, 2023), at her home in Irwin, Pa.
Born on September 12, 1989 she was the daughter of Cynthia Roberts Carpenter.
Cami grew up in Port Allegany and attended school there. She enjoyed time spent with her family, drawing, gambling and all things gothic. Cami had a huge heart and her love language was always gift giving to others.
In 2021, Cami relocated to the Pittsburgh area where she met the love of her life, Joshua Gartland. They made a home in Irwin, and started a new life with Cami’s three children. Josh and Cami had big plans to marry this upcoming summer of 2024.
Cami was employed by Poly Concept North America, and loved her job and her amazing work family. In the last two years, Cami had made great changes in her life and became the most loving and caring person that she could be.
Ann E. Dippold, 78, formerly of Panama City, FL, and Warren, PA, died peacefully Thursday, Dec 7, 2023, at the PeaceHealth United General Medical Center in Sedro-Woolley, WA.
Ann was born in Highland Park, MI, to the late Thomas M. and Olga E. Buckeridge. She lived in Cohasset, MA and Erie, PA, and was a 1963 graduate of McDowell High School in Erie.
She was a nurse at Warren General Hospital and the Warren State Hospital for many decades, was a union delegate, former President of AFSCME Local 469, Council Representative for Council 13 and a fierce advocate for her fellow employees.
Ann was passionate about horses from an early age and never missed an opportunity to ride or spend time with them. She loved the ocean and some of her best days were spent at St. Andrew’s State Park in Panama City. She enjoyed travel and spent as much time with her family as possible. She was a member of Moose Lodge 109 in Warren, PA.
David Alan Marquis, 89, of Warren PA passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Kinzua Healthcare and Rehabilitation.
Dave was born on January 16th, 1934, in Pittsburgh PA to the late William Calvin Marquis and Mary Jane (Moore) Marquis. He graduated from Connellsville High School in 1951. He enrolled at Penn State University, hitchhiking back home to Connellsville each Friday night to work a weekend shift at the Clairton Steel Works to help pay for his education. He earned a B.S. in Forestry from Penn State in 1955. Following graduation, Dave served in the US Army from 1955-1957, and was honorably discharged at the rank of 1st Lieutenant.
Dave joined the US Forest Service as a forestry researcher in 1957. He continued his education, attaining both an M.S. in Forestry and a PhD. in Forest Ecology and Silviculture from Yale University.
Following career positions with the US Forest Service in eastern Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and New Hampshire, Dave and his wife, the late Patricia Grace (West), Marquis moved to Warren in 1970 where he became project leader at the Forestry Sciences Laboratory for the Allegheny National Forest. Dave was a noted forestry researcher, publishing over a hundred scientific papers and frequently presenting at forestry conferences. He was instrumental in the early development of computer software programs for use in forestry.
Theresa Casilio, 97, of Powers Avenue, Johnsonburg, PA, after a short illness, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 surrounded by family.
She was born in Johnsonburg on May 19, 1926, a daughter to the late Frank and Mary Raubenstrauch Parana.
Theresa was a lifelong resident of Johnsonburg. She was a 1944 graduate of Johnsonburg High School, and upon graduation, she went to work for Casilio Upholstering where she met John Casilio when he returned for WWII. They married, started Elk Upholstering and raised three children. He preceded her in death on June 22, 2008.
Theresa was of good humor, hard-working and an honest person who always helped others. She was a talented seamstress who could sew anything be it clothing, curtains, upholstery and bind rugs and was also the bookkeeper for the business.
Harold S. “Harv” Dowdle, 82, of 6434 Glen Hazel Road, Wilcox, PA passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday morning December 10, 2023.
Harv was born on June 9, 1941 in Cameron, TX a son to the late George and Josephine Slavik Dowdle. On June 10, 1966 at Camp Lejeune, NC he married Twyla J. Sidelinger and she survives.
Harv has lived in the Wilcox area since 1967 and graduated high school in Fairfax, VA. He was a member of the Wilcox Presbyterian Church and the Wilcox Fire Dep’t. Within the Fire Dept., Harv had been a past Assistant Chief and past Deputy Chief and was currently Captain of the Fire Police.
Gabriel Ann Cecile “Gabby” Kranock: Loving Daughter, Sister, Granddaughter and Friend
Gabriel Ann Cecile “Gabby” Kranock, 19, of 5564 Little Road, Cuba, NY received her angel wings on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
Born on August 26, 2004 at Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville, she was a daughter of Denis P. and Lisa M. Ritter Kranock.
Gabby was a graduate of Cuba Rushford Central Schools Class of 2023. While in school she enjoyed being athletic excelling in basketball, track, softball, and gymnastics. She also enjoyed spending time outdoors kayaking, hiking, and camping. Spending time with family and friends and listening to music were also some of her favorite activities.
In addition to her parents, she leaves behind
2 Brothers Tyler (Melissa Ganz) Kemp Newburgh, NY
Jonathan (Samanthe Logue) Kemp Belmont
A Sister Cloey Kranock Cuba
Paternal Grandmother Martha Johnson Cuba
Maternal Grandmother Robin (Brian Eaton) Dando Cuba
A Niece Harper and a Nephew Waylon, and her beloved service dog Koda, who provided countless hours of love and companionship.
She was predeceased by Uncle James Lockwood and 2 great-grandmothers.
Friends will be received at the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., 9 Bull Street, Cuba, on Saturday, December 16, 2023 from Noon until 4:00 P.M. at which time Funeral Services will be held. Pastor Bill Beck, will officiate.
Clarence C. Buck, 93, of Emporium, PA passed away at Penn Highlands Elk, St. Marys, PA on Sunday morning (December 10, 2023).
He was born December 8, 1930 in Beech Creek, PA a son of the late Clarence C. and Emma Hoover Buck. On May 14, 1955 in First United Methodist Church, Emporium, PA he married Ruth Goodrow Buck, who survives.
Mr. Buck had worked at the former A & P Grocery Store in Emporium for many years. After the store closed he worked at the former Goetz Hardware and Feed Store in St. Marys. He loved working there so much that he considered it a pleasure to go in each day. He enjoyed gardening, hunting and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was well known for his love of building rock retaining walls around his garden. Most of all he loved spending time with his family.
Port Allegany – Thomas Francis Edgreen, 75, of Eldred, PA passed away Sunday (December 10, 2023) at his home in Eldred.
He was born April 7, 1948 in Coudersport, PA, the son of Howard and Esther (Leete) Edgreen. On May 20, 2000 in Coryville, PA, he married Doris Bender, who survives.
Tom was a 1966 graduate of Port Allegany High School and attended Alfred University and received a degree in Ceramic Engineering. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1967 and served until 1969, during Vietnam.
Mr. Edgreen was employed at St. Gobain, now Ardagh Group, of Port Allegany, as a member of the job change crew and was crew leader. Tom retired in 2005 after 38 years of service from the time it was Pierce Glass Co.
He was a member of the PA Farm Bureau, where he was formerly on the state board of directors, was a life member of the VFW of Eldred, a life member of the American Quarter Horse Association, and was Past Commandant of the Marine Corps League; Bob Swanson Detachment of Mt. Jewett.
David “Dave” Mancuso, Jr., 43, of Ridgway, PA died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at his home.
Born in St. Marys on February 9, 1980, he was the son of David Mancuso, Sr. and the late Sally Hanes. He was a 1998 graduate of St. Marys Area High School and was employed as a chef by The Royal Inn in Ridgway.
He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Marys and enjoyed playing basketball and cooking.
Those surviving are his father and stepmother, David and Vonda Mancuso, Sr., his son, Xaiver Ellis; his daughters, Deziree Mancuso, Allisyn Mancuso and Madilyn Mancuso; his brother, Shawn Mancuso; his sisters, Melissa and Jennifer Mancuso; his grandchild, Lucas Taylor; his nieces and nephews, Tiana, Chloe, Trevor, Landon, and Carmine; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother and paternal grandparents, Sam and Dixie Mancuso.
Furlong Funeral Home, 50 Broad St., Summerville, Pa. has been entrusted with the final arrangements for Mr. Mancuso.
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023, at the Saint Boniface Catholic Church in Kersey, PA, 15846.
Memorial donations may be made to his daughters to help defray the cost of funeral expenses.
Friends and family may order flowers, light a memorial candle, share a memory and obtain additional information by visiting http://www.furlongfuneralhome.com.
Dolores I. Hatch, 92, of 5872 Church Street, Limestone, NY, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023, surrounded by her family, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born October 5, 1931, in Scio, OH, she was a daughter of the late Frederick F. and Iris M. (Mull) Speedy Sr. Dolores was a 1949 graduate at Limestone Union Free School.
On March 21, 1953, in Limestone United Methodist Church, she married Richard G. Hatch Sr., who preceded her in death on April 3, 1980.
Dolores worked at Case Cutlery before she joined the United States Army Women’s Army Corp., on April 5, 1951. During her time in the service, she worked as a clerk in the Pentagon until being honorably discharged on April 5, 1953. After her discharge she returned to work at Case Cutlery for over 40 years. During retirement, she worked part-time at K-Mart and as a clerk at the Zippo-Case Museum.
Elsie M. Klaiber, 96, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 122 Locust Road, St. Marys, PA, passed away on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Pinecrest Manor following a lengthy illness.
She was born December 15, 1926, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Edward and Mary Mohr Schneider.
On November 18, 1950, she married the late Raymond W. Klaiber Jr., who preceded her in death on March 19. 2019. Together they shared 69 years of love and marriage.
Elsie grew up in St. Marys and was a graduate of Central High School, class of 1944. She worked at Pure Carbon for several years as a switchboard operator until the birth of her daughter, Carol, and then became a full-time homemaker, often volunteering at the St. Mary’s Catholic school cafeteria and then Queen of the World cafeteria.
Verna W. WILLIAMS, 89, of Harrison Valley, PA, formerly of Hudson, FL and Lenox, MA, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 10, 2023 in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.
Born November 6, 1934, in Great Barrington, MA, she was the daughter of E. Frank and Ethel Stevens West. On July 9, 1955, in Sheffield, MA, she married Theodore Ryder Williams, Jr., who survives.
A graduate of Sheffield High School, she earned a degree in nursing from Hartford (CT) Hospital School of Nursing. After graduating from nursing school, she was employed by Sharon Hospital, Sharon, CT, as a registered nurse in the ICU for 22 years and then by Hillcrest Hospital in Pittsfield, MA in the ER department for a short time.
Verna loved the Lord and serving Him, spending time with family, gardening, sewing, and traveling.
In their retirement, Ted and Verna became adventurous. They ditched the kids and set off sailing the ocean blue for two years. When they returned to land, their love for the Lord led them to join Roving Volunteers in Christ’s Service (RVICS) for nine years, volunteering their time and talents for Christ.
Mary Virginia Devling, 101, of Galeton, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 11:00am at the First Presbyterian Church in Galeton. The Rev. Sherry Elliott will officiate.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton.
James J. “Jim” Schutz, Sr., 75, of Grant Road, Ridgway, PA died on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Jefferson Manor Nursing Home.
He was born on March 1, 1948, in St. Marys, a son of the late James G. and Marie Donachy Schutz.
Jim was a lifelong member of the area and graduate of St. Marys High School class of 1967. He served in the U.S Marines during the Vietnam War. Jim enjoyed his time gardening, hunting, and fishing.
Thomas T. Siegel, 66, of St. Marys, PA passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, December 9, 2023 following a lengthy illness.
He was born on May 9, 1957 in St. Marys, a son of the late Albert and Vera Dippold Siegel.
Tom was a lifelong resident of the area and had worked at Exotic Metals for many years and then at Cameron Diversified for nearly 15 years as a Class A Diesetter.
Tom had a passion for the outdoors, and enjoyed hunting and raising deer. He never turned down the chance to take his motorcycle for a ride, especially his trike. Tom will be remembered as a “Cool Papa” to his four granddaughters, whom he loved spending time with. He also looked forward to turning wrenches and sharing his mechanical inclinations with his son.
Alan M Dillenbeck, 69, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Dec. 10, 2023 at the Lakeview Skilled Nursing Home, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Alan was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and Papa, who cared deeply for all of his family. He was so kind and always willing to help those in need. He was born Oct. 29, 1954 in Kane and was the son of the late Ralph and Ruth (Larson) Dillenbeck.
On June 30, 2001, in the Nebo Chapel in Mt. Jewett, he married Kristin (Edinger) Elliott, who survives. Alan was a 1972 graduate from Smethport High School and a 1974 graduate from Faith School of Theology in Maine. He worked at Kane Hardwood for 34 years, retiring in 2020. He had also worked at Ethan Allen , Pennzoil and he had pastored at two churches. He loved to share his love for Jesus Christ and the Word of God.
