Smethport – John J. Berne, 78, of Crosby, PA passed away Saturday (July 8, 2023) at UPMC-Cole, Coudersport.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 11, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport. Funeral services will be held on Wed., in the funeral home at 10 AM. Burial will be in the Norwich Cemetery, Colegrove.
A full obituary will be announced by the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.
Sandra Elaine (Maxson) Froebel born 1939 in Ceres Township. Sandy passed away peacefully in Gainesville, GA surrounded by loved ones on April 11, 2023, due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease.
On June 15, 1963, in Bradford at the Bradford Methodist Church she married her loving husband of 56 years Albert Eugene “Gene” Froebel, who predeceased her in 2019.
She is survived by her 3 sons, Brian (Denise) Froebel of Lakeland, FL; Eric (Melissa) Froebel of Suwanee, GA; and Curtis (Michelle) Froebel of Alden, NY as well as 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Sandy was the 2nd child of Ernest & Ferne Maxson’s 8 children. She is survived by 3 siblings: Barb Adams, Grace Titus and Ernest “Lee” Maxson. She was pre-deceased by four siblings, Erwin “Dan” Maxson, Donald Maxson and Michael Maxson and Ferne (Maxson) Carroll
Sandy spent her childhood years on the family farm in Shinglehouse, PA where she attended Oswayo Valley Central School. After graduation, Sandy earned her B.S in Education from Mansfield University. She continued her education at St. Bonaventure University obtaining her M.S in Reading.
Sandra pursued a career in education teaching in Bradford Area Schools, Olean Public Schools and the Cuba-Rushford School districts. She was highly motivated by helping students who needed extra help. On one occasion she taught herself Mandarin Chinese to help a student with English as a second language. In the 1980’s, Sandy beat Breast Cancer and went on to council other women facing similar challenges and led a full life. Raising three boys and having a husband who was a PE teacher and coach, Sandy was a fierce competitor who enjoyed playing cards, golfing, bike riding, walking and, in retirement, became a champion shuffleboard player. Sandy also enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family & friends.
Friends will be received for visitation at Hillside Wesleyan Church, 753 Prospect Avenue, Olean, on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 6 PM at which time a Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held. Pastor Dan Todd will officiate. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery in Shinglehouse.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com
Justin AGUGLIA, 49, of Clay, NY, died Saturday, July 1, 2023. Born March 19, 1974, in Buffalo, he was the son of Ken and Kathleen Feroleto Aguglia.
A graduate of Alfred State Architectural Engineering program, Justin was employed as a construction superintendent by S.J. Thomas Co. in Syracuse.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and building. He loved spending time with his family and will be forever missed.
Surviving are: his wife, Laura Phelps Aguglia; three children, Brayden, Camryn, and Ellygrace; his mother, Kathleen; sister, Cara (Thomas) Kiblin; nephew, Andrew Kiblin; niece, Danielle Kilbin; and many friends.
He was predeceased by his father.
Services will be private.
Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Cremation, Crowell Chapel, 296 North Main Street, Wellsville. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
Ellen E. Evans, 83, of 410 Mill Street, Johnsonburg, PA died peacefully at home on Friday morning, July 7, 2023.
She was born in St. Marys on January 16, 1940, a daughter to the late Kenneth and Margaret VanAlstine Evans. Ellen was a 1957 graduate of St. Marys High School and has lived in Johnsonburg since 1958.
Ellen was a member of Holy Rosary Church. A private person, she loved spending time with her extended family, friends and neighbors and her beloved dog Garnet.
Ellen had retired in 2013 from The Old Brickyard in Johnsonburg after 20 years of service. She had also worked at the Uni-Mart in Johnsonburg for 15 years.
Ellen is survived by her daughter Betsy, Mrs. Donny Leader of Johnsonburg and her son Dan Thiry of Johnsonburg and grandchildren Thomas Thiry and his wife Lisi, Michael Thiry, Gerald Thiry, DJ Thiry and his wife Angela, Jessica, Mrs. Matt Blum, Kenneth Thiry, Savannah Thiry, Ryan Thiry, Donny Leader and his companion Thea Distler, Angel, Mrs. Joe Fritz, Chad Leader and his wife Annie and Corey Leader. She is also survived by 9 great-grandchildren.
For Ellen, friends became like family, therefore she is also survived by two other daughters Rhonda Horchen and Renee Thiry and her good neighbors Tom and Mary Ellen Muroski.
In addition to her parents, Ellen is predeceased by sons Steve and Tom Thiry and Randy Tassone.
A private Mass of Christian Burial for Ellen E. Evans will be conducted at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation. Interment will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg.
If desired, memorial contributions in Ellen’s name can be made to the Elk County Humane Society 1029 Eschbach Rd., St. Marys, PA 15857 or to St. Jude’s at 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105 or www.stjude.org
Denise M. App, of Moody Loop Road, Eldred, PA passed away Wednesday (July 5, 2023) following an illness.
Denise was born May 2, 1961, in Olean, N.Y., and was the daughter of Michael and Ann Ford Welch. On July 14, 1979, at the Eldred Presbyterian Church, she married her loving husband, Harold J. App, who survives.
Denise was a 1979 graduate of Otto Eldred.
She worked at Jim Shopwise in Eldred for many years in various positions including manager. She worked for Hamlin Bank & Trust in the Smethport Branch for over 20 years, where she retired due to her illness.
Denise was a member of the Eldred Borough Fire Department as an EMT.
She enjoyed riding motorcycles, reading books and was an avid Buffalo Bills fan. Most of all Denise enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
Beside her loving husband Harold, Denise is survived by her three sons, Joshua E. (Amber) App of Rixford, Shawn M. (Candice) App of Knoxville, Tenn. and Christopher J. (Amanda) App of Eldred; nine grandchildren, Keith, Hunter, Cira, Caleb, Emma, Abbie, Jordan, Vanek and Dawsyn; three siblings, John Henry (Nicole) Welch of Fredericksburg, Va., Joni (Marshal Skunk) Welch of Smethport and Jennifer (Dave) Welch-Klussmaynn of Bradford; her father, Michael Welch of Eldred; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Denise was predeceased by her mother, Ann Welch, on Jan. 7, 2014.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Eldred Borough Fire Department at 6 Platts St., Eldred, PA 16731.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc., 646 E. State St., Olean.
Thomas M. Todd, of Coudersport, PA passed away on February 27, 2023 at the age of 43.
He was a 1998 graduate of Coudersport High School. During high school, he participated in wrestling and the VoTech program. After his high school years, Thomas obtained a certificate in small engine repair at the Hiram G. Andrews Center in Johnstown, PA.
Along with his studies, Thomas enjoyed many new experiences while in Johnstown, such as learning to drive and participating on the Flood City Rollers wheelchair basketball team.
He eventually returned to Coudersport where many people were acquainted with him as a cashier at ACE Hardware for a number of years. Thomas had a gift for knowing the location of every item in the store and was quick to know the answer if a customer asked where something was. After his time at ACE, Thomas spent time volunteering at the Sweden Valley Manor where he enjoyed helping with activities and calling BINGO.
Thomas was born with physical disabilities which created various challenges throughout his life that not many people can begin to understand. He was incredibly independent and impressively creative in finding ways to meet and overcome many obstacles that came his way. While he sometimes got frustrated, and made that well known to those within hearing distance, he also was kind, generous, and very thoughtful towards people, especially those he loved and cared for. He took great pride and satisfaction in choosing and giving the perfect gifts. His family and friends were blessed to have known him and he will be greatly missed by many.
Thomas was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Todd, his biological mother, whom he was never able to meet in this life, and his beloved cat for 16 years, KitKat.
He is survived by his three older sisters, Amy (Mike) Snyder, Beth (Tom) Kerns, and Abby (Pete) Gehris, as well as his nieces and nephews, to whom he was an entertaining and generous uncle. He is also survived by his adoptive father, Tom (Sandy) Todd, four step-siblings, and a number of biological relatives, whom he enjoyed getting acquainted with over the years.
Family and friends are welcomed to pay their respects, Saturday, July 8, 2023 from 10-11 am at the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport. A memorial service will follow at 11. To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Hiram G. Andrews Center, Business Office, Memorial Donation, 727 Goucher Street, Johnstown, PA 15905.
Albert F. Peters, 85 of Wellsboro, PA passed away while under hospice care after a brief illness at The Gatehouse in Williamsport, PA on July 5th, 2023.
Albert was born June 30, 1938 in New Jersey to Richard and Elsie (Schmidt) Peters.
He moved to Wellsboro in the early 1970’s, and worked alongside his brother Walter as a brick mason. They both were well known throughout the community for their impeccable brick work.
Albert’s favorite pastime was fishing. He loved to fish at Cowanesque Lake and Nessmuk Lake. He even tried his hand at ice fishing and was successful! He never passed up a chance to enjoy a good meal, and nary a leftover be had!
Albert was a kind-hearted gentleman, with a golden heart and a warm smile. A wonderful brother, and the best Uncle there ever was. He will be missed immensely by his family and many friends.
Albert is survived by his brother, Walter H. Peters (Ruth) of Harrington DE. Nieces Donna (Berry) Hill of Harrington DE, Diane (John) Ryan of Metropolis IL, Danielle (Darin) Eades of Catawba NC, and nephew David Peters of Ocala FL, along with several great nieces and nephews.
Albert was preceded in death by his parents, sister Elsie (Peters) Reese, brothers Richard Peters, Edward Peters, nephew Ricky Peters and nieces Susan (Peters) Casperite and Deborah (Peters) Serpa.
To honor Albert’s wishes, there will not be a public service. Memorial contributions in Albert’s name may be made to Susquehanna Health Foundation, C/O Gatehouse Hospice, 1001 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701, Or “Shine for Shirati” www.supportshirati.org or Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries, 725 Gee Rd., Tioga, PA 16946.
Arrangements are entrusted to Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Wellsboro. Please share a memory or leave a condolence message with Al’s family at
Regina M. Hoehn, 82, of Lenze Avenue, St. Marys, PA passed away at Penn Highlands DuBois on July 5, 2023, following a lengthy illness.
She was born on October 20, 1940 in Daguscahonda, PA, a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Minnick Cassidy.
On November 24, 1962 at the St. Marys Catholic Church, she married William N. Hoehn, who survives. Together they shared more than 60 years of marriage.
Regina was a member of St. Marys Catholic Church. She retired of Osram Sylvania after many years of service. Regina was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother and she cherished her family more than anything. Her grandchildren were the light and love of her life.
In addition to her husband William, she is survived by 2 children; Norman (Teresa) Hoehn of St. Marys, Patrick (Illine) Hoehn of Illinois; her 4 beloved grandchildren; Sean (Kaylah) Hoehn, Jason (Leticia) Hoehn, Richard Hoehn, and Crystal (Jonathan) Dollinger; and by 4 great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Regina was preceded in death by a son, Andrew S. Hoehn in 1978, one brother, Patrick Cassidy, and by one granddaughter, Kaysey M. Hoehn in 1997.
A mass of Christian Burial for Regina M. Hoehn will be celebrated on Monday, July 10, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Marys Catholic Church, 315 Church Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Thomas More Sikora, OSB. as Celebrant.
Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Sunday, July 9, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Bucksgahuda & Western Railroad, % Tom Bauer, 131 Reserve Road, St. Marys, Pa 15857, or the Crystal Fire Department.
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.
McKean County Coroner is looking for anyone with information who could assist the coroner in contacting or notifying any next of kin of one, Michael J. Rambacher, 76. Mr. Rambacher was born March 9, 1947. He resided at 401 Alder Street, in Olean, prior to that he may have resided at 323 Queen Street in Olean.
He is known to be a veteran, and may have had one son, and one daughter while residing in Jamestown NY in the early 1970’s.
He was preceded in death by his wife Shelia M. Peace-Rambacher who died in December of 2022.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts or contact information for relatives is asked to call Michael F. Cahill, McKean County Coroner at 814-598-1368.
Kenneth B. Vosler, 71, of 23 Erickson Drive, Bradford, passed away January 28, 2023.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Ken’s Life on Saturday, July 8, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at his residence, 23 Erickson Drive in Bradford.
Alicia Marie Roberts, 45, of Emporium, PA formerly of South Carolina passed away at her residence, Emporium, PA on Tuesday (July 4, 2023) evening after a brief bout with cancer. She was born June 2, 1978 in St. Marys, PA a daughter of William (Cathy) Lyon, Emporium and Debra Palmer Lyon, Emporium.
Alicia graduated from Cameron County High School. She moved to South Carolina where she spent most of her adult life before moving back to Emporium a short time ago. She worked as a receptionist in the hotel industry for many years as well as in home health care.
In addition to her parents she is survived by a sister, Katrina Lynn Wiltrout (William), Emporium; three nephews: Keegen Duby, Bentley and Wyatt Wiltrout; maternal grandmother, Roberta Palmer, Emporium.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Donald Palmer; paternal grandparents, William and Irene Lyon.
There will be No Visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at the Barnett Funeral Home, 207 E. Fourth Street, Emporium, PA Friday (July 14, 2023) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Dr. Andrew P. Spore, Pastor, officiating.
Burial will be in the Moore Hill Cemetery, Emporium, PA
Wesley L. Fish, age 91, of Knoxville, PA passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at his home surrounded by family.
Born August 3, 1931 in Blossburg, he was the son of the late William D. and Cecile (Butler) Fish.
Wesley served in the US Army and retired from Corning, Inc., where he was a pipe fitter for many years. He enjoyed traveling, the outdoors, woodworking and refinishing furniture.
He loved spending time with his great grandchildren, who could always put a smile on his face.
Wesley is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Carolyn A. Fish; children, Kevin and Mary Fish of Knoxville, Wendy and Bruce Cady of Knoxville and Brian and Denise Fish of Tioga; grandchildren, Amber Chamberlain, Wesley Haynes, Amy Donaldson, Patricia Gleason and Courtney Surine; 14 great grandchildren and a sister in law, Loretta Cruttenden.
He was preceded in death by a grandson, Curtis Michael Haynes; great granddaughter, Julia Haynes and his siblings, Roger, Joyce, Alfred, Lee and Ross.
Family will receive friends at the Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland on Sunday, July 16th from 2:00 – 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 3:00 PM with Troy Preston officiating. Military Honors will follow.
In lieu of flowers the family wishes for you to send a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (In Memory of Julia), 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the Susquehanna Home Health and Hospice, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701.
Althea Jane Bacon, age 76, of Knoxville, PA passed away at UPMC Williamsport on Saturday, July 1, 2023.
Born April 27, 1947, she was the daughter of Avery and Betty (Tripp) Hall.
She graduated from Elkland High School and retired from the USPS, where she was a rural letter carrier for many years. Althea enjoyed traveling and was a member of the Knoxville VFW Auxiliary.
She is survived by her son, Corrie Bacon and his wife, Kimberly; grandson, Gage Bacon and her dog, Snowball.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jimmy Hall.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland.
Rudolph L. “Bud” Pearson, 100, passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, with his family by his side.
He was born on December 29, 1922 in Kersey, PA, a son of the late Rudolph and Hannah Hedlund Pearson.
On April 19, 1952, at St. Boniface Church, he married the late Mary Wildfire Pearson, who preceded him in death on March 7, 2005. Together they shared nearly 53 years of marriage.
Born and raised in Kersey, Rudy enlisted in the Army in 1943, and served in the U.S. Army during WWII as an aircraft observer in the Southwest Pacific.
He then retired from Speer Carbon Company after more than 45 years of service. He was a member of the Dagus Mines Legion and the Fox Township Firemen’s Club.
Never turning down the chance to scratch a lottery ticket, Bud also greatly enjoyed playing cards, especially a good game of Cinch with his family. Though he was a man of few words, Bud will be remembered not only for his wit, but as a calm, kind, and gentle father and grandfather who cherished his family.
He is survived by 5 children; Dave (Margaret) Pearson of St. Marys, Cathy (Tom) Johnson of St. Marys, Mary Jo (Mark) Makufka of Reynoldsville, Doug (Carol) Pearson of Kersey, and Diane (Rodney) Shaffer of Brockport; by 12 grandchildren; Tim Pearson, William Pearson, David Pearson, Susan Coglio, Angie Gradizzi, Nicole Komenda, Travis Meredith, Mike Pearson, Dan Pearson, Nathan Shaffer, Aaron Shaffer, and Jacob Shaffer, as well as by 17 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by a brother; John Pearson.
A Memorial Service for Rudolph L. Pearson will be held on Monday, July 10, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Fox Township Firemen’s Club, 385 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846. Military Honors will be accorded by the Fox Township Burial Detail.
Burial will follow in the St. Boniface Cemetery.
Family and friends will be received at the Fox Township Firemen’s Club on Monday, July 10, 2023 from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Fox Township Burial Detail, the Fox Township Ambulance Association, or to a charity of choice.
Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefuneralhome.com
John M. Bowen, 72, of 9784 Hewitt Road, Clarksville, NY passed away Friday (June 30, 2023) at home.
Born July 15, 1950, in Jamestown, he was a son of Myron and Doris Barnes Bowen. On Feb. 12, 1972, in Tuscon, Ariz., he married the former Deborah Lauer, who survives.
John graduated from Silver Creek High School, Class of 1968. He served in the U.S. Navy.
After his military service he worked for Dresser Rand, ACME Electric and Combined Life Insurance, but last owned and operated BEST Satellite Company with his wife.
He enjoyed playing in the Friends Party and Dance Band all over Allegany and Cattaraugus County. He loved listening to music and being with his family.
He leaves behind his wife, Debbie; three sons, Joshua Bowen of Bolivar, Danel (Jennifer) Bowen of Bolivar and Jason (Katie) Wenki of Portville; a daughter, Sarastarr (Corey) Johnson of Little Genesee; a daughter-in-law, Jennifer Baxter of Wellsville; his grandchildren, Seth, Alana, Lillian, Sawyer, Alex, Raina, Izik, Jaxson, Skye and Marley; a sister, Marsha (Gary) Wright of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the family home on Saturday, July 15, 2023.
Arrangements are under direction of the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., Cuba.
George H. Lamb, 84, of Greenbrier Drive, Kersey, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, June 30, 2023 at his residence, with his wife by his side.
He was born on December 10, 1938, in Coudersport to the late Alfred “Tex” and Gladys Hoak Lamb.
On April 20, 1979, George married Lesa Rhodes who survives. they shared more than 44 years together.
George moved to St. Marys with his parents in 1946 graduated from St. Marys Area High School, class of 1957. After graduating he went on to serve in the U.S. Army, and was discharged early due to his father sustaining an injury in 1958, George became part of the Signal Corp, Army Reserve in St. Marys, Battery B.
George worked in the grocery industry for Riverside & BiLo from 1958-1995, 37 years, then was hired at Burke’s ACE Home Center as department manager finally working parttime in power tool repair. At the age of 80 George retired.
In the years following High School, George participated in a number of activities: competitive archery, bowling league, boating and water skiing on the East Branch Dam and was a Deputy Game Protector for the PA Game Commission in the 1960’s. George was also an avid deer hunter.
George enjoyed music at an early age and began accordion lessons. He played for dances and on WKBI Radio with his father’s band, Tex Lamb and the Midnight Ramblers. His mother played bass and father guitar. During the 1980’s George and Lesa were members of the “Bells of St. Marys” square dance club.
George loved cars and owned many over the years, but mostly enjoyed his 2 Corvettes ; a 1978 Silver Anniversary edition and a 1995 Indianapolis 500 Pace Car.
George and Lesa, along with their Corvette friends traveled to many car shows, cruise ins and also to the National Corvette Museum in KY. On Memorial Day he often drove dignitaries in the parade. Working on cars was his favorite pastime, whether on his own vechicles or his friends’.
He was a faithful attendee of the St. Marys Methodist Church, formerly the First United Methodist Church. He loved his church family and the special friendships made there.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by 2 daughters; Lisa VanAlstine and her husband Charles of St. Marys and Lori Burke of Winter Garden, Florida and by 2 granddaughters; Ciara VanAlstine and Cassidy Burke (Robert Stadelman), and by a great-granddaughter; Eva. He is also survived by a brother; Alfred “Buddy” Lamb of St. Marys, and by his former wife; Sylvia Schauer Stauffer.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son; Jeffery Lamb, who passed away on October 5, 2015.
Funeral Services for the late George H. Lamb will be held on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the St. Marys Methodist Church, 140 N. St. Marys Street, St. Marys, Pa 15857. The family will be welcoming friends at the church beginning at 10:00 AM until the time of the funeral.
Visitation with the family will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Friday, July 7, 2023 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
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
Rudolph Pearson, 100, of Kersey, died on Tuesday morning, July 4, 2023, at Elk Haven Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Krise Funeral Home, Kersey.
James M. Moyer, Sr., 91, 7161 Jackson Run Road, Warren, formerly a longtime resident of Bradford, PA passed away, surrounded by his family, on Monday, July 3, 2023, at UPMC Hamot Medical Center.
Born September 30, 1931, in Schuylkill Haven, he was a son of the late Miles and Elsie (Freeman) Moyer.
Jim was a 1949 graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School. On March 1, 1951, he enlisted in the United States Army, he served in Germany during the Korea War. He was honorably discharged as a Sgt. on February 12, 1954.
On May 3, 1958, in St. Ambrose Church in Schuylkill Haven, he married Agnes M. (Shaw) Moyer who preceded him in death on September 2, 2017.
Jim and Agnes relocated to the Bradford area in 1966. He worked 39 years as a Field Technician for National Cash Register. In retirement he and his wife assisted their son Mike and his family at the Tasta Pizza in Falconer NY.
He had attended St. Francis of Assisi St. Francis of Assisi Church, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, being outdoors, and most of all, he enjoyed being with his family.
Surviving are three sons, James M. (Christina) Moyer, Jr., of Bradford, Thomas (Julie) Moyer, of Warren, and Michael (Melissa) Moyer, of Bemus Point, NY, seven grandchildren, Katherine (Jeff) Cattoni, Kelley Moyer, Casey Moyer, Shannon Moyer, Michael Moyer, Jr., Ashely (Chris) Lindsey, and Bryce Moyer, and two great grandchild, Kane, and Sawyer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Agnes of 59 years.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, July 6, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 372 East Main St., at 7: 00 pm funeral services will be held with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating. Entombment will be in St. Bernard Mausoleum.
Memorial contributions, if desired may be made to Lupus Research Alliance, 275 Madison Ave. 10th Floor, New York, NY 10016, any Disabled American Veterans Group, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Chinyu Victoria Liang, 75, of 730 Bower Hill Road, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023 at St. Clair Hospital.
Born June 28, 1948 in Taiwan as a single daughter, she was raised by her adopted grandmother throughout her childhood. She was an exceptional student throughout her life. Due to being the top student in her high school, she was able to attend National Taiwan University, the most prestigious college in Taiwan, without taking the entrance examination.
She graduated from National Taiwan University in 1970 and then immigrated to the United States to attend graduate school at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master’s Degree in Chemistry on December 23, 1971.
At the University of Michigan, during graduate school, she met Zao Shon Liang, whom she married on January 12, 1972 in Ann Arbor, MI. They had a first daughter, Lillian, in 1975. They then moved to Bradford, PA around 1976 for Zao Shon’s pharmacy job. Subsequently, they had two twin daughters, Kimberly and Kelly, in 1979.
She had a passion for cooking and enjoyed preparing food for the family throughout her life. She took great joy in cooking Chinese dishes and snacks. She was a homemaker most of her life, with the exception of a short time working as a chemist at Zippo refinery in Bradford, PA.
She moved to Asbury Villas assisted living home in June 2020. She was well-liked by fellow residents there and the nursing staff who cared for her until her passing.
She is survived by her three children, Dr. Lillian Liang Emlet of Mars, PA, Drs. Kimberly Penny Liang and Kelly Victoria Liang of Kansas City, KS; a granddaughter, Caitlin Grace Emlet of Mars, PA; a brother-in-law, James T. (Sue) Liang, of Cleveland, OH; and some extended family members in Taiwan.
Family and friends welcome Thursday 2-4 pm WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp 15220 where a service will be held Thursday 3:00 pm. Private burial in Willow Dale cemetery in Bradford, PA.
Cindy L. Tomlinson, 53, of Bradford, PA passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023 at her home.
She was born on November 25, 1969 in Westminster, MD; the daughter of George and Linda Kidd Day.
Cindy deeply loved her family and friends and was fiercely protective of them. She was the cornerstone of a family that stretched beyond blood and her greatest joy in her life was her grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking from her large collection of cookbooks and making sure everyone was well fed. She also had a lifelong passion for cars starting with her first car; a classic Chevelle she owned when she was a teenager, but she loved the Ford Mustang more than anything else. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.
She is survived by her children, Heather Gilbert of Bradford, Sabrina (Derek) Barrett of Lewis Run, Paul True, Jewels Frontino, Jonathon (Michelle) Ridenour and Patty Miles all of Bradford; one brother, Jeffrey (Tara Hensley) Day of Bradford; four grandchildren, Roland Robinson, Alistar Robinson, Evelyn Barrett and Echo Mitchell, one great granddaughter, Naylia Renner and her longtime companion, Scott Keller of Bradford.
In addition to her parents; she was also preceded in death by her ex-husband, Kenneth “Truck” Smith.
A celebration of her life will be held at the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc. at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in her memory can be made to No Feline Left Behind, P.O. Box 783, Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.
Elizabeth “Betty” Hagen, 77, of Emporium, PA passed away at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday evening (June 29, 2023). She was born December 30, 1945 in Renovo, PA a daughter of the late Earl and Olga Mihalik Bruno. In St. Joseph Catholic Church, Renovo, PA she married the late Joseph C. Hagen.
Betty graduated from St. Joseph High School, Renovo, PA and from Lock Haven State University. She retired from Cameron County High School where she taught school for over twenty-four years.
She is survived by a niece, Jeanna Bryan, New Port Richey, Florida and a nephew Robert Bruno.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.
There will be No Visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant.
Burial will be in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Hyner, PA
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Emporium Volunteer Fire Department, 419 N. Broad St., Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Cameron County Ambulance Service, 299 E. Second St., Emporium, PA 15834
Stephen G. Winston, 65, of Emporium, PA passed away at his residence on Thursday morning (June 29, 2023). He was born December 1, 1957, in North Tonawanda, New York a son of Izola M. “Terry” McIsaac Winston, Westmont, Illinois, and the late Robert J. Winston.
Stephen enlisted in the US Army in 1975 and while in the service he served in Germany as an air traffic controller.
Stephen was a talented musician and stained glass artist. He sang with the Methodist church choir. He loved bicycling, kayaking, and cross-country skiing. Stephen was also a member of the American Legion Post 194 in Emporium and the Cameron County VFW.
He is survived by three daughters, Faith Winston and Jessica Winston, both of Germany; and Becky Pruitt (Taylor), Arizona; four grandchildren: Wesley, Caroline, Lucy, and Jameson Pruitt; brother, Hubert “Huw” Winston (Julie), Westmont, IL.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Winston, and a brother, David Winston.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date. There will be no visitation.
Barry R. Stauffer, 87, of West Warren Road, Bradford, PA passed away unexpectedly, Friday, June 30, 2023, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
Born July 8, 1935, in Zelienople, he was a son of the late Ira and Ethel (Powell) Stauffer.
Barry was a 1953 graduate of Butler High School. After high school he worked at Western Union.
On November 30, 1957, in Rochester PA, he married Joyce E. (Bittner) Stauffer who survives.
After high school he worked at Western Union until he was drafted into the United States Army in 1958. He was honorably discharged in 1960, he returned to Bradford with his wife and resumed employment at Western Union. He joined Surgical Associates, where he was the Office Manager and Treasurer for the corporation. He retired after 26 years of service.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, twice past master ofthe Bradford Union Lodge 749 F&AM, member of the Coudersport Consistory, member, past board member and former President of the Pine Acres Country Club, member and past board member of Bradford Lions Club, member of the Smethport Country Club as well as the Miles Grant Country Club in Stuart, Fl, where he recorded three hole-in ones.
Surviving in addition to his wife Joyce, of 65 years, are two sons, Kirk(Teena) Stauffer, and Keith (Mary Anne) Stauffer, all of Bradford, five grandchildren, Joshua (McKenzie) Stauffer, Steffani Stauffer, Samantha Stauffer, Brittany Hopfenspirger, and Brianna Stauffer, four great grandchildren, Tayler, Tatum, Teegan, Carter, one sister, Elizabeth Jackson, of Cockeysville, MD, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Kent W. Stauffer who died April 20, 2020, one brother Chester Stauffer, and one sister, Donna Lou Knause.
Family will receive friends on Friday July 7, 2023, from Noon to 2:00 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Avenue, followed by funeral services with Fr. Jim Gutting, Associate Pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating. Burial will follow in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Members of the Masonic Lodge 749 will conduct a service at 12:15 pm at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Ashley Booth-Griffin CARE for Children, PO Box 616, Bradford PA 16701, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Robert Daniel (Bob) Sokolski passed peacefully in his home on Friday June 30th, 2023, at the age of 90. Born in Flushing, Queens, New York, March 7, 1933, Bob went to The Bronx School of Science High School and then on to Dartmouth College. It was at Dartmouth Bob, met his best and lifelong friend Hal Conarro. Hal will tell you one of the smartest decisions he ever made in life was to convince Bob to move to Warren, PA and become lifelong business partners in 1960. Over the next several years Bob and Hal developed several business ventures including the Abadaba Ice Cream Stand, Sparky’s Finer Diner, the Whirley Wash Laundromats, and Sparkle Car Wash eventually owning and operating 7-coin operated laundry mats and car washes. Whirley began manufacturing automated car wash equipment and ultimately established Whirley Industries. As Dustin Hoffman learned in the movie “The Graduate”, the future was in plastics. Bob and Hal created a global company with numerous successful products including the push button salt and pepper shaker, moo cow creamer, dashboard mounted travel mug and many other products which are marketed to the Convenience Store Industry, Theme Parks including Walt Disney World, Six Flags, Universal Studios, Sea World, and many others. Bob and Hal pioneered the first refill travel mug and Whirley’s strength on refills still grows to this day because of this revolutionary concept. Today Whirley Industries employs over 400 TeamMates and has products sold in over 30 countries.
Immediately following college, Bob served in the U.S. Army Ordinance Corps in the Korean War attaining the rank of Captain, at the completion of his military service in 1954. He spoke proudly of helping to keep peace and restore order in the war- torn country.
Following his tour of duty in Korea and discharge from the Army, Bob was introduced to his future wife and lifelong partner Sally Plumb Sokolski (thanks to Hal Conarro). Their marriage was a true partnership and they always “spoke with one voice” in the parenting of their 3 children and all major decisions they faced. Bob and Sally are now re-united in heaven and looking down with peace and love to all. Bob and Sally always put philanthropy as a top priority. Their fingerprints and heart and soul are found in over 100 nonprofits throughout Warren County including Warren County United Fund, Warren County YMCA, Salvation Army, A Safe Place, Hospice, Paws Along the River, Allegheny Valley Veterans Center, Casa, Association for the Recovery of Children, Caring For Life, Children’s Advocacy Center, Crary Art Gallery, Family Services of Warren County, Jefferson Defrees Family Center, Robert Jackson Center, Ruth M. Smith Center, Struthers Library Theatre, Warren County Library. Philanthropy came in both monies, donated to help with operations but also with lifelong coaching and mentoring to truly make numerous non-profit entities sustain and achieve greater results.
Bob served on numerous boards including Warren General Hospital (past president), Warren County YMCA (past president), Audubon Center, Allegheny Valley Veterans Center, Conewango Valley Country Club, Conewango Club, Warren County Chamber of Business & Industry, and many others. Bob always focused on helping others improve and achieve their very best in all aspects of life.
In addition to his philanthropic interests, Bob attained Life Master in Bridge, was a 50-year member of the Warren Shakespeare Club, was the longest tenured member of the Conewango Club. Bob was also a member of the Conewango Investment Club, Conewango Paddle Tennis Group, and the Conewango Valley Country Club where he “tolerated” golf.
Bob is now re-united with his wife and most trusted friend and partner Sally. They were married for 55 years until Sally’s passing in 2011. Bob is survived by his 3 children: Andrew and his wife Michele and six grandchildren Zach, Emily (plus 2 great grandchildren Clover and Arthur), William, Sara, Edward, and Joseph; Lincoln and his wife Salsa and two grandchildren, Lincoln Nathaniel, and Oliver; Elizabeth Sokolski Deambrosio and her husband Juan (Cao) and three grandchildren, Gabriela, Juan (Nicolas) and Alejandra. Nothing made Bob happier than to spend time with his grandchildren and coach / mentor them in their business careers and life in general. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, W.T. (Tim) Cashman of Wilmington, DE.,
Hal and Mary Conarro and their 5 children are particularly acknowledged as 73-year extended family friends and business partners.
In addition to his wife, Sally, Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Letecia Lynch Sokolski and Nathaniel M. Sokolski, his stepmother, Josephine Sokolski, a sister, Carol Plotkin and her husband, Arthur, a sister-in-law, Diana Chambers Plumb Cashman.
A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at 10 AM with Rev. Lee Beckes, Interim Pastor, officiating, followed by a celebration of life and reception at the Conewango Club.
E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.delewisfuneralhome.com
Caleb Elias Goforth, 43, of Elkland, Pennsylvania passed suddenly on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
Caleb was born in Renton, Washington on November 21, 1979, the day before Thanksgiving. Caleb moved with his family to Wellsboro, Pennsylvania in March 1989. He graduated from Wellsboro Area High School in June of 1998 and then after a short jaunt to Seattle, he joined the Marines.
He fought in Iraq and came home. He went to college in Indiana, PA and worked as a diesel mechanic for Genesee & Wyoming Railroad.
Caleb married Madeleine Hodge in 2017, cared greatly for his stepson, Alex, and completed his family with the arrival of his daughter, Peyton Camille.
Caleb was proud of his service in the Marines and greatly enjoyed working for the railroad. He enjoyed playing pool with the leagues, riding his dirt bike and golfing. At family gatherings, we could count on Caleb to keep the fire going. He liked creating a fireworks show and was absolutely the best at it.
Caleb is survived by his wife, Madeleine, his stepson, Alex and his daughter, Peyton. He is also survived by his parents, Renee and Karl Hider, his sisters: Alexis (Lon) Savini; Poppy (Jared) Breining and Jessi Hider, and his brothers: Silas Goforth and Wesley (Cat) Hider; his many nieces and nephews, his maternal grandparents, Clyde & Theo Derting, his many aunts and uncles and cousins both here and out West, his grandmother, Kathleen Hider, as well as his wife’s grandparents: Jerry and Susan Metzler, whom he loved. He is also survived by his biological father, Herschel Goforth, his Aunt Nancey and his Uncle Jerry.
Friends and family are invited to pay tribute to Caleb’s life from 1-3pm Saturday, July 8, 2023 at the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA, followed by military honors at 3pm.