Helga Duell, 87, of Knotts Island, NC, formerly of Coudersport, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 17, 2023, with her son by her side.
She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. Helga was known by many as “Oma” and her heartfelt laugh and contagious smile will be remembered by all who knew her.
Helga was born on June 22, 1936, in Giessen, Germany, and she was the daughter of Adolf and Anna Pitz. She attended the Schiller School and later became a nanny to American families living in Germany. Helga met her husband, Judson, while he was stationed in Germany, and they were married on September 9, 1960.
Helga traveled to many states with her husband and children during Jud’s military career, with her dedicating her time to raising their three children.
They eventually settled in Coudersport, PA, where they lived for many years.
Leland “Harry” “Icky” Morse Rouse, 84, and Laura Lillian (Harrington) Rouse, 79, passed away together on September 24, 2023, at their home.
Leland was born on May 16, 1939, in Blossburg, the son of the late Clyde Norris and Nina (Tubbs) Rouse. Laura was born on December 21, 1943, in Coudersport, the daughter of the late Henry D. and Laura (Niver) Harrington. Leland and Laura were married on October 14, 1961, at North Bingham Church and have celebrated over 61 years of marriage together.
They were active in 4-H, Tioga County Fair, the Chatham Twp. Volunteer Fire Department. Leland was also a Chatham Twp. Supervisor for many years. They attended the Little Marsh United Methodist Church for several years.
Leland’s farming days started at an early age when he went to live with John and Sally Bieser on their dairy and sheep farm in Little Marsh. John and Sally became like parents and grandparents to the entire Rouse family.
Laura was an exceptional homemaker who helped raise many children in the Little Marsh area. She also took great care of her lawn and in her recent years, very reluctantly, took on the lawn care supervisory role.
One of their greatest joys was attending events that their children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other neighborhood children participated in. They also looked forward to attending the Tioga County Fair every year where they had been involved for nearly 50 years. Thanks to technology, they were able to stay connected with their family in Montana and Wyoming and loved receiving pictures and videos of their grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Leland and Laura are survived by daughters: Kelly Rouse (Gail) Doan of Circle, Montana; Tracey Rouse (Bill) English of Wellsboro; Daughter-in-law, Nancy (Rouse) Pautz of Knoxville; grandchildren: Lindsey (Jordan) Vigil, Lacey (Andrew) Helm, Brent English, Chelsie English, Bryan Blackwell, and Chris (Gayla) Blackwell, great-grandchildren: Finley and Weston Vigil, Brady, Eli and Hayes Helm, Maddie and Michael Blackwell, special niece and nephew, Kyle (Courtney) Rouse, Whitney and Lainey Rouse, and Sarah (Nate) Callahan, Laura’s sisters: Evelyn Kellogg, Lucille (Tom) Hoppe, and Kitty (Jim) Panky, Leland’s brother, Clyde “Gene” Rouse, and Leland’s sister, Lorraine Stermer. They were preceded in death by their son, Michael Scott Rouse, and an infant son Timothy Rouse.
Family suggests memorial contributions in their name be made to the Tioga County Fair Beef Barn Expansion Fund, c/o Annette Miles, 118 Ferris Corners Road, Little Marsh, PA 16950 or the Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Department, Blair Creek Rd., Little Marsh, PA 16950.
A celebration of Leland’s and Laura’s life will be held Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 1:00 pm at the Tioga County Fair Grounds, 2258 Charleston Rd., Wellsboro, with refreshments to follow. A private burial will be in the Wormer Cemetery.
The family has entrusted Leland’s and Laura’s arrangements to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home. 139 Main St., Wellsboro. To share a memory or condolence with their family visit www.tusseymosher.com.
Howard A. NIXON, Sr., 82, of Southampton, NJ, died Saturday, September 23, 2023 in Cambridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Moorestown, NJ.
Born July 30, 1941, in Mount Holly, NJ, he was the son of Howard G. and Pearl E. Nixon. He served honorably with the US Air National Guard from 1960-1964. On June 23, 1979, in Mount Holly, he married the former Susan J. Noden, who survives.
Howard was employed as Corporal of Police starting in 1965 for the Delaware Port Authority and worked for 27 years. He retired on January 2, 1992 and moved to Westfield, PA.
Peacefully, with family by her side, Vera Jo Kohler, passed away Friday, September 22, 2023, in her 77th year.
Born June 13, 1946, in Bradford, she was the daughter of Chester L. and Elmira (Adams) Vaughn.
A kind, generous, and dedicated woman; Vera left everlasting memories and impressions on anyone who was lucky enough to know her. To Vera, her family was her greatest gift and her most valuable possession.
Vera worked as the Office Manager and Certified Parametric Assistant at Eye Care Associates in Bradford, PA for 38 years.
Joseph S. Knell, 79, of Port Allegany, PA, passed away Monday (September 18, 2023) at his residence, Port Allegany.
He was born January 13, 1944 in Bradford, the son of Alfred and Mary (Sherwood) Knell. On June 1, 1966, in Roulette, PA, he married Juanita Cornelius, who survives.
Joe was a 1962 graduate of Port Allegany High School. He served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He attended the State Police Academy.
Mr. Knell was a Police Officer, employed by Port Allegany Borough Police, from where he retired. He previously had worked at Pittsburgh Corning in Port Allegany.
Shirley Evelyn (Learn) Redell, 79, of Wellsboro, PA, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023, in Savage, MD after battling cancer.
She was born September 1, 1944, in Wellsboro, to Richard and Mary (Adamy) Learn. She graduated from Wellsboro High School and on February 20, 1965, married Ronald R. Redell with whom she shared 58 years of marriage, and raised three children.
Shirley worked as a switchboard operator for Commonwealth Telephone Company and later in the front office. Shirley worked at Kench’s and the Wellsboro Gazette, but what she was most proud of, was being a homemaker.
Hyla Mae SIZER, 83, formerly of Wellsville, NY, died Saturday, September 23, 2023, in Rae-Ann Westlake Nursing and Rehabilitation, Westlake, OH.
Born August 31, 1940, in Coudersport, PA, she was the daughter of Carlous J. “Pete” and Clara E. Miles Currier. On June 30, 1960, in Wellsville, she married Robert H. Sizer, who predeceased her on March 15, 2018.
A 1958 graduate of Northern Potter High School, she was employed by Air Preheater in Wellsville as the switchboard operator for many years.
Shannon Eugene SHROYER, 54, of Eldred, PA, went home peacefully to be with the Lord, surrounded by his family on Friday, September 22, 2023 in Buffalo, NY.
Born July 15, 1969, in Bradford, Shannon was a devoted Christian, father, grandfather, brother, husband, and friend to all.
After graduating Bradford Area High School in 1988, he found his niche to be in carpentry and homebuilding over the next 30 years where he was talented in all things ‘home repair.’
Francis “Fritz” Nearing, 81, of Ridgway, PA died on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at his residence following a brief illness.
He was born on August 2, 1942, in Ridgway, a son of the late Ira Lee and Grace O’Kneski Nearing.
On November 12, 1960, he married Margaret D. Wonderly who survives.
Fritz was a lifelong resident of Ridgway and a graduate of Ridgway Area High School. He worked as a machinist at Keystone Powder Metals, retiring after 43 years of service. Fritz liked to hunt, woodworking, and spending time with family.
Daniel Joseph Cunningham, age 64, of Elkland, PA passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at his home.
Born April 14, 1959 in Glendora, CA, he was the son of the late John B. and Mary L. (Morrell) Cunningham.
Dan was a jack of all trades; he helped his dad with a scaffolding business, worked as a plumber and building material handler. He loved fishing and was a member of the Gold Prospectors Association of America.
Dan is survived by his former wife, Cynthia A. Cunningham; his children, David M., Matthew P., Heather L. M., Peter B. and Daniel J. Cunningham, Jr.; grandchildren, Sofia, Cynthia, Morgan, Matt Jr., Jonathan, Noah, Ezekiel, Corie and Caleb; two sisters, Kathlene Zavorskas and Lynne A. Loglisci and several nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends at Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Wednesday, 12:00 – 2:00 PM. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM with Pastor Bob Burket officiating. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Sandra L. Clancy, 81, of Bradford, PA passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at the Bradford Manor.
Born September 13, 1942, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Harvey and Ruth (Keesler) Newton. She was a 1960 graduate of Bradford High School.
On October 26, 1968, in Port Allegany, she married Edward G. Clancy. They enjoyed 46 years of wonderful memories with one another and their families.
Sandy worked at Zippo Manufacturing, Intermediate Unit 9, Glendorn and later as a housekeeper for Harriett Wick.
A Celebration of life for LeRoy (Roy) Christensen, 78, who died Wednesday, May 31, 2023 will be held Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. at the Warren American Legion Post 135.
Emma Lou Granger of 1664 Allegany Street, Allegany, NY passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at the Pines Health and Rehab Center in Olean, following an illness.
Emma was born July 7, 1934 in Olean and was the daughter of Clement W. and Florence A. Wiseman Forness. In 1955 she married the love of her life Robert L. Granger who predeceased her on May 25, 2016.
Emma was a 1952 graduate of Olean High School. She worked at Olean Phone Company as a switchboard operator for a period of time in the 1960’s. Emma also worked as a home health aid in the 1980’s. She was a member of St. Bonaventure Church Parish and she was an active member of both the Allegany Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and the Allegany American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.
Thomas R. Bromeley, 92, of Derrick City, PA passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 21, 2023, at his residence.
Born December 28, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late Robert B. and Marian (Grow) Bromeley.
Mr. Bromeley was a 1948 graduate of Bradford Area Senior High School. He earned a BS with Honors in Physics and Mathematics from Otterbein College and a MS in Industrial Administration from Carnegie Mellon University. In 1988, he was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Science in Business Administration from Otterbein College.
On June 23, 1951, in Canton OH, he married Jean (Hostetler) Bromeley, who passed away May 29, 2019.
From 1953 to 1956, he served as a Supply Officer on a U.S. Navy Atlantic Mine Force repair and supply ship.
Mr. Bromeley was a business leader and philanthropist. He was a past director of Integra Banks, which later became National City Corporation. In addition to being the chairman of Allegheny Bradford Corporation, he was a lifelong investor, involved in newspaper publishing and radio broadcasting, including the Bradford Era and WESB, and numerous local businesses.
Danny A. Ball, 65, of Sinnamahoning, PA passed away at his home on Sunday evening following a lengthy illness (September 24, 2023).
He was born January 27, 1958 in Saint Marys a son of the late James and Enid Whiting Ball. On October 9, 1982 in the Sinnamahoning United Methodist Church he married Judy Snyder, who survives.
Danny graduated from Cameron County High School in the class of 1975. He later graduated from Penn State University with an engineering degree. He worked many years as an engineer at GKN in Emporium. He served for over 50 years in the Sinnamahoning Fire Department where he served multiple offices, including fire chief.
Brendan A. Kealey, age 28, formerly of Wellsboro, PA, died on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. He was born on May 5, 1995 in Sharon Hill, PA, a son of Sheryl (Henkin) Kealey and the late Francis C. Kealey.
He ran a small business as an IT consultant and enjoyed writing music, watching sports, spending time with his family, he loved his dog, Pearl, and was always taking things apart and reassembling them.
Frances “Fritz” Nearing, 81, of Ridgway, died on Saturday, September, 23, 2023, at his residence following a brief illness.
He was born on August 2, 1942, in Ridgway, a son of the late Ira Lee and Grace O’Kneski Nearing.
On November 12, 1960, he married Margaret D. Wonderly who survives.
Fritz was a lifelong resident of Ridgway and graduate of Ridgway Area High School. He worked as a machinist at Keystone Powdered Metals, retiring after 43 years of service. Fritz liked to hunt, wood working, and spending time with family.
In addition to his wife of nearly 63 years, he is survived by 3 sons; Gregory Nearing of Duncansville, Jeffrey Nearing and his wife Sandy of Ridgway, and Paul Nearing and his wife Stephanie of Arizona, 3 grandchildren; Jessica, Gabi, and Caleb, and 4 great grandchildren; Carson, Paxton, Stephen, and Hayden. He is also survived by 2 sisters, Shirley Sennett and Joanne Rossey, and a brother, Neil Nearing and his wife Barb.
Funeral Services for Frances “Fritz” Nearing will be held privately and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions made to the donor’s choice.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
Sally A. Nichols, 86, of Limestone Street, Bradford, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 22, 2023, surrounded by her family, at her residence.
Born February 10, 1937, in Bradford, she was the eldest daughter of the late Lawrence and Marjorie (Mills) Nichols. She was a 1955 graduate of Bradford High School.
Most important to Sally was her family and her faith. She was employed by W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company as a Secretary in Human Relations, retiring in 2003. She thoroughly enjoyed landscaping and gardening in her yard.
Kenneth C. Hultberg, 66, of 72 Rodgar Lane, Bradford, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, July 31, 2023, at his residence.
Born March 31, 1957, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Carl A. and Harriette L. (Hanson) Hultberg.
He was a 1975 graduate of Bradford High School. He attended Butler Community College where he played basketball. He majored in Oil Production at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and took classes at Penn State.
On June 14, 1980, in St. Bernard Church, he married Ann (Hajdu) Hultberg who survives.
Ken at the age of 12 worked for the Hanson Oil Company until 1993, a company owned by his grandfather. Over the years Ken tended wells for Carl Brown, and worked part-time for Cline Oil, McKean Excavating, and Kinzua Vending. Ken retired from ARG as an operator. He worked for Daryll Tree Service, taught the oil production class at Bradford Area High School for 13 years and taught the CETA program in the summers to adults interested in oil production. His class won the Alexander Graham Bell Vocation Award for high schools in the United States.
In retirement he and Ann spent winters in Naples, Fl. His heroes were Larry Bird, Cal Ripken Jr., and John Wayne, “all class acts”. Ken was a member for over 50 years of the YMCA. He was an avid Penn State and Buffalo Bills fan.
Kathleen L. Frost, age 77, of Elkland, PA passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023 at her home.
Born July 15, 1946 in Corning, NY, she was the daughter of the late George and Elouise (Smith) Shannon, Sr.
Kathleen graduated from Bradford High School and attended Corning Community College. She enjoyed square dancing in her younger years, gardening, bird watching, cake decorating and scratch-off tickets. She was a supporter of the Parkhurst Presbyterian Church in Elkland.
Barbara Jane (Sherman) Potter, age 84, of Elkland, PA entered into eternal rest on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.
Born June 26, 1939 to James Erwin Sherman and Blanche VanZile, she was the 9th of 13 children and a life-long resident of Elkland, living her entire life in the very home where she was born.
Barbara was a wonderful soul inside and out, putting the care of everyone else first. She served as Tax Collector for the borough of Elkland for many years and was well known to all.
Arthur E. “Art” Slike, Sr. passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023, at the Pavilion at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born on June 4, 1940, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Robert F. and Katherine B. (Graybill) Slike, Sr.
Art graduated from the Bradford High School, Class of 1958. After High School he attended JCC for accounting. He was drafted into the United States Army National Guard in 1962 and served honorably until his discharge in 1968.
In 1966 he started working for Hounds and Hunting Publishing Company. He later became Co-Owner with his brother, Robert F. Slike, Jr., in 1976 and continued to be Secretary/Treasurer and traveling correspondent until 2011, when he retired.
Rosalie C. Stanko, 76, of Tiona, PA, passed peacefully, on Thursday morning, September 21, 2023, at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA., after an extended illness.
Rosalie was born October 5, 1946, in Jamestown, N.Y. She was the daughter of Louis and Sainty DeFrancesco Lombardo. She was a Warren Co., resident most of her entire life.
Rosalie was a 1964 graduate of Jamestown High School. She was employed as a cook with Warren State Hospital, retiring in 2006, after 25 years of employment.
Lauren B. Johnston, 70, of Pine Ave. in Kane, PA passed away Tuesday (Sept 19) at UPMC-Kane.
Born Jan. 30, 1953 in Butler, she is the daughter of the late Jesse and Bettye (Wilkes) Fithian. She married Dan Johnston, who survives, on Feb. 24, 1973, in Parker, PA.
Lauren had worked in many places throughout her life. She was a teachers aide, had worked for Thompson Floor Covering and also J&P Casuals, Tops Market and Karlene Landscaping. Her favorite job was when she owned the Kids Stuff store.
Louise Mc Candlish Mangus was born in her maternal grandmother’s home in Wade Park, Cleveland Ohio on November 11, 1934. She was raised on the family farm in Shalersville, Ohio until the family moved to Garrettsville, Ohio where she graduated from Garfield High School in 1956.
She then attended Lake Erie College, graduated with a BS degree in biology in 1956 and was subsequently employed by Hood College in Frederick, Maryland where she taught biology labs. She also did research at the Chesapeake Biology Laboratory in Solomons Island on striped bass in the Chesapeake Bay
She met her future husband, John, who was stationed at nearby Fort Detrick and they exchanged marital vows at St. John’s church on June 14, 1958. They moved to State College, Pennsylvania for 3 years and then to Berwyn Heights, Maryland where they resided for thirty-two years.
