Think About It
Fear
by
Pastor B.J. Knefley
Is fear a positive or negative emotion? Does it open us up or close us down? Does it cause us to hide or move closer? In the end, fear is what we allow it to be. It can be both healthy and unhealthy all at once.
Currently we live in a time that many are experiencing fear. Much of it is fear of the unknown. Fear of what might be or what might happen. It makes me wonder what we have our hope in. Is it our money, or our jobs? What about our retirement and investments? Are any of these safe? Can they withstand the effects of a broken economy and a broken stock market? Will we ever recover? And if and when we do, what will it look like? How will these times change us, and will it be for the better or for the worse?
This morning my wife and I are having breakfast by candlelight. It’s not because we’re trying to save on electric, but rather because we’re attempting to focus upon what’s important. In this case it’s each other. In the end, we still have each other and regardless of what is happening around us, we want to celebrate each other. To do that we have to find creative ways of expressing our love for each other. Tomorrow we’re heading off into the backwoods. When we find the right spot, we’re going to set the grill up and have a tailgate party.
We each have a choice, (there’s that word again), we can live in fear or we can make the most of a difficult situation and enjoy it. If you don’t know, my wife and I are in the “senior” years of our life. Our deaths will more likely be from natural causes that being struck by a meteor falling out of the sky. So rather than being afraid to go outside we choose to make each day count. It causes us to be creative and to think outside of the box. Quite tough to do for a couple of old people, but we manage.
Remember, most of the things we fear will never come to pass. What they will do is create a great deal of anxiety in our everyday life. You ultimately have to choose where you’re going to live and what you’re going to allow to control you. Think about it.
Paul F. Keller, 87, of 210 Martin Road, St. Marys, PA
Paul F. Keller, 87, of 210 Martin Road, St. Marys, PA passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family.
He was born September 26, 1935 in St. Marys, son of the late Paul L. Keller and Viola Wurm Keller. He was also preceded in death by his step-mother, Elizabeth “Betty” Orsini Keller. He was a lifelong resident of St. Marys and attended St. Marys schools. He was a former employee of Stackpole and retired from Thompson and Montgomery. Paul was a member of the United States Air Force, serving our country during the Korean Conflict.
On July 25, 1959, at Queen of the World Church, he married Carol M. Wehler, who survives. Together they were blessed to share 63 years of marriage.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his son, Paul T. Keller and his wife Kelly, of St. Marys; his granddaughter, Mandy Canipe and her husband Kenny, of Charleston, WV; a great-granddaughter, Gracie Elizabeth; his sister, Shirley Rupprecht and her husband Ray, of St. Marys; and his brother, Joseph Keller and his wife Barb, of Truman.
Along with his parents, Paul was preceded in death by a great-grandson, Noah Thomas Canipe.
He was a member of the Queen of the World Church. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing in his younger years. He enjoyed playing softball, a game in which he played until he was 50 years old. His greatest joys were his granddaughter, Mandy and his great-granddaughter, Gracie Elizabeth.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, January 9, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Queen of the World Church with the Rev. Jeffery Noble, Pastor, celebrating. Full military rites will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Sunday, January 8, 2023 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the NOAH Foundation, PO Box 325, Lewisburg, WV 24901 or through their website: https://nowourangelsinheaven.com.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
RECALLS
Smiths Medical Issues Urgent Medical Device Correction Letter Notifying Customers of Potential Issues with CADD™ Infusion System Infusion Sets for Use with CADD Pumps
MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Smiths Medical issued an Urgent Medical Device Correction Letter to notify affected customers of two potential issues with CADDTM Infusion System Infusion Sets related to potential lack of delivery or underdelivery and false no disposable attached (NOA) alarms. The letter details the issues, the affected items, the required steps to perform, and specific instructions for treatment of patients requiring life sustaining therapy.
The first issue, lack of delivery or underdelivery, may occur due to manufacturing variations that can potentially cause the green CADD Flow Stop arm to compress partially occlude the tubing before clinical use. If this happens, there is a potential that the occlusion does not resolve when the CADD reservoir or administration set is connected to the pump, and the pump may not detect the occlusion. This may result in underdelivery or non-delivery of medication, despite the pump displaying that the infusion is running properly.
Andover man arrested for multiple felony charges after domestic dispute & search
On January 4, 2023, Troopers out of SP Amity arrested Thomas G. Moore II, 34 of Andover, NY for Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree (C Felony) 2 counts, Criminal Contempt 1st degree (E Felony) 3 counts, Reckless Endangerment 1st degree (D Felony) 3 counts, Menacing 2nd degree (A Misdemeanor) 3 counts, Endangering the Welfare of a Child (A Misdemeanor) 2 counts and Aggravated Cruelty to Animals (A Misdemeanor) Agriculture & Market Law.
On January 3, 2023, at 8:15 P.M., Troopers out of SP Amity responded to a 911 call for a domestic/mental health at Ray Hill Road in the town of Andover. Investigation determined that Moore threatened multiple victims with a weapon and left before Troopers arrived. Troopers attempted to locate Moore using Unmanned Aircraft Systems and were assisted by NYSP Special Operations Response Team, Andover Police Department, Wellsville Police Department, Alfred Police Department and the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office.
Allegany County Sheriff’s Office preformed a backward 911 warning residence in the area of Moore and to contact authorities if he is located or seen. The search continued until Moore was located at St. James Hospital in Hornell, NY.
Moore was arrested and processed at SP Amity. Moore was arraigned at the town of Friendship Court and remanded to the Allegany County Jail on $100k cash and $200k bond.
NYSP Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Special Operations Response Team, Andover Police Department, Wellsville Police Department, Alfred Police Department, Allegany County Sheriff’s Office and the Allegany County District Attorney’s Office assisted in this investigation.
Bolivar man arrested for sex crimes against children
On January 4, 2023, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation stationed at SP Amity arrested John C. Palmer, 37 of Bolivar, NY for Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child (D Felony) and Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child (E Felony).
The Bureau of Criminal Investigation out of SP Amity with the assistance from the Troop A Computer Crimes Unit, conducted an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation in the town of Bolivar. Investigation determined Palmer possessed child pornography and was disseminating child pornography.
Palmer was arraigned in the village of Bolivar Court and was released on own recognizance and scheduled to return to court in January 2023. Palmer is an Allegany County Sheriff’s Department Corrections Officer.
The mission of the ICAC Task Force is to identify individuals online who are attempting to lure children to meet for sex or those disseminating child sexual abuse material. The Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program (ICAC program) helps state and local law enforcement agencies develop an effective response to technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation and Internet crimes against children.
Wolf Administration Outlines Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking, Offers Survivor Resources, Encourages Public to Learn and Act
Public encouraged to join #WearBlueDayPA January 11
Harrisburg, PA – Executives from the Pennsylvania departments of Transportation (PennDOT) Health (DOH), Labor and Industry (L&I), and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and the Office of Victim Advocate were joined by other advocates today to discuss human trafficking, outline efforts to combat it, explain how to report potential cases, and offer resources for survivors.
Human trafficking is the exploitation of people using force, fraud, or coercion for the purposes of commercial sex, forced labor, or domestic servitude. According to the International Labor Organization, there are approximately 28 million victims of human trafficking globally with 17.3 million people experiencing forced labor in private sector industries and 6.3 million experiencing forced commercial sexual exploitation. January is recognized as Human Trafficking Awareness Month, with January 11 marking #WearBlueDayPA to raise awareness of trafficking.
“Human trafficking is happening across the world, and unfortunately, right here in Pennsylvania,” PennDOT Secretary Yassmin Gramian said. “We’re collaborating at state, national, and local levels to combat this problem and we urge the public to join us in the fight.”
Liberty Township Reports on Meetings
Liberty Township, McKean County
Route 155 Building
January 3, 2023
The Reorganization Meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Liberty Township was called to order at 8:30 A.M. by Chairman Dick Brown. Supervisor Fred Ernst, III., Supervisor Neil Shepard and Secretary Cindy Speeth, were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was recited by all.
1. On a motion by Mr. Ernst and a second by Mr. Shepard, Supervisor Brown was unanimously appointed as temporary Chairman.
2. On a motion by Mr. Ernst and a second by Mr. Shepard it was unanimously agreed to appoint Ms. Speeth as temporary secretary.
3. On a motion by Mr. Shepard and a second by Mr. Ernst, Supervisor Brown was unanimously elected as Chairman of the Board.
James D. ZIEGLER, 72, of Genesee, PA
James D. ZIEGLER, 72, of Genesee, PA, died Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at his home.
Born December 3, 1950, in Towanda, he was the son of Harry William and Eleanor Mae Williams Ziegler. On September 12, 1992, in Wellsburg, NY, he married the former Judith A. Cowburn, who survives.
He was a 1968 graduate of Towanda Area High School, where he participated in football, track, and wrestling. A Vietnam Veteran, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1970 – 1972.
He was employed by Sylvania in Towanda. Moving to Potter County in 1981, he was employed by Dominion at the Ellisburg and Harrison stations. Jim was a member of Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 in Ulysses and Austin Memorial VFW Post #7810.
Surviving besides his wife, Judy, are: two children, Christy (Chip) Soule of Genesee and Robert (Rachel) Brennan of Malta, NY; three grandchildren, Morgan (Briggs) Amidon, Cooper Soule, and Noelle Brennan; a great-granddaughter, Raylynn Amidon; a brother, William (Diane) Ziegler of Monroeton; two sisters, Suzy Clink of Ulster and Kay Knolles of Wyalusing; aunts and uncles; and was favorite “Uncle Jimmy” to his nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a brother, Gary Ziegler; and a sister, Sharon Bastian.
Friends may call at Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA on Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service following at 11:00 AM. Rev. Cameron Cowburn will officiate. Military Rites will be accorded by members of the Potter County Honor Guard.
Memorials may be made to Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 Auxiliary (for youth activities), P.O. Box 125, Ulysses, PA 16948. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
E. Joanne “Tubby” Caracciolo, 83, a lifelong resident of Galeton, PA
E. Joanne “Tubby” Caracciolo, 83, a lifelong resident of Galeton, PA, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at the Carleton Nursing Home, Wellsboro, PA.
Born February 24, 1939 in N. Tonawanda, NY, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Eleanor (VanEtten) Tubbs. Tubby was employed at Dominion and worked at the Greenlick Transmission Station as an Engineer.
She was a member of the Galeton Women of the Moose, attended Pine Creek Valley United Methodist Church in Gaines and enjoyed playing Bingo and the Lottery. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed in the Galeton community.
She is survived by a daughter, Annie Caracciolo, Galeton; a brother, Ronald (John Semcheski) Tubbs, Miramar, FL; a sister, Sharon (Robert) Swank, Florissant, MO; a nephew, Rob Swank; and two great nephews, Dexter and Max Swank.
In addition to her parents, Tubby was predeceased by a sister, Diane Tubbs.
Friends may call on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at the Pine Creek Valley United Methodist Church, Gaines, from 10:00-11:00am with a Funeral Service following at 11:00am. The Rev. Frank Billman will officiate. Interment will be made in West Hill Cemetery, Galeton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Gale Hose Ambulance Association. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Galeton.
GASBARRE PRODUCTS, INC PRESENTS CHECK TO ST. MARYS UNITED WAY
Elk County- Alex Gasbarre, CEO and Mark Saline, President of Gasbarre Thermal Processing Systems presented a $7,000 donation to the St. Marys Area United Way. St. Marys is home to Gasbarre’s furnace manufacturing facility with offices in Lovonia, MI and Cranston, RI that provide sales, service, and engineering support to regional customers. Gasbarre, headquartered in DuBois, PA and with manufacturing operations in DuBois, St. Marys, and Olanta PA, was founded in 1973. Throughout the 50-year history Gasbarre has added industrial furnaces, precision tooling and automation integration to the original powder compaction press technologies.
Hazel Onalee Plank, of Westfield, Pa.
Hazel Onalee Plank, of Westfield, Pa., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023. She passed away peacefully in her sleep of natural causes. She knew the sorrows of life, and so many joys, packing her 96 years full of faith, family, and friends.
She married Harold F. Plank on Sept. 13, 1946, in a double wedding with her brother, Durwood Houghtaling, who married Harold’s sister Margery.
Wellsville Police Blotter
Wellsville N.Y. Police Department
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Wellsville Police arrested Langford B. Whitford, age 54 of Cuba, charging him with DWI, Moved from lane unsafely and Speed not reasonable and prudent. The charges stem from a motor vehicle accident that took place on State Rte. 19 near Coats Street. Whitford was processed, issued and appearance ticket and released to a third party. Whitford is due to appear in Wellsville Village Court on January 17th at 4:30 pm.
Christopher Lee Floyd Mosher, age 28, of Elkland, PA
Christopher Lee Floyd Mosher, age 28, of Elkland, PA passed away at home on Monday, January 2, 2023.
Born December 2, 1994 in Wellsboro, PA, he was the son of Jodylynn Mosher (Jeff Wood) and Timmy L. Zuke.
Chris enjoyed playing video games, listening to music and playing guitar. He loved to ride skateboard and would later guide his daughter Izzy and his young cousins to ride too.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his daughter Isabella Grace Mosher (Lacey Learn); brothers, Thomas (Randi) Mosher of Tioga, Garrett (Taylor) Mosher of Daggett and Harley Zuke; sister, Kameron Wood; grandparents Tom and Sally Mosher and aunt Melissa “Moesef” Mosher of Elkland, uncle Shannon (Cheri) Mosher of Osceola; Great uncle Chet Mosher of Elkland; his “brother from another mother”, Kevin Caton; his dog RoxiDawg and his cat Bobby DeNiro and several nieces, a nephew and several cousins.
Chris was preceded in death by his brother, Jacob Zuke.
Private family services will be held at their convenience.
Many folks have reached out to the family to see how they can help, please make memorial donations to Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W. Main St., Elkland, PA 16920 or www.kenyonfunearlhome.com to help the family with expenses.
Russell C. “Russ” Miller, 67, of Shinglehouse, PA
“beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother”
Russell C. “Russ” Miller, 67, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, after a short illness.
Born on Saturday, August 20, 1955, in Jamestown, N.Y., he was a son of Joseph and Betty Peterson Miller. On January 15, 1983 in Shinglehouse, he married Gail M. Meyers, who survives.
Russ previously owned and operated Miller Automotive in Millport and was also a machinist for many years. He was also employed as the head sawyer for the former Donovan and Schoonover Lumber Company in Shinglehouse.
Russ enjoyed working on his classic cars and collecting and restoring pinball machines. He was a huge Buffalo Bills fan and an avid Chase Elliott fan. Russ’s greatest love was his family, especially his eight grandchildren.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of almost 40 years; four children, Phoebe M. (Donn) Tompkins of Ridgway, Jason L. Miller of Greenville, Lee A. (Sharon) Miller of Pittsburgh, and Betsy V. (Jeremiah) Asper of Lock Haven; eight grandchildren, Noah, Shelby, and Bailey Tompkins, Aydan Miller, and Bryson, and Mason Asper, and Charlotte and Conner Miller; two brothers, Randy A. Miller and Rodney L. Miller, both of Shinglehouse; and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews.
In addition to his parents, Russ was predeceased by a brother, Lonnie Joe Miller.
In keeping with Russ’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials in Russ’s name may be made to the Hillman Cancer Center, 1001 East Second Street, Coudersport, PA 16915.
Russ’s family entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Russ, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.
Arnold “Arnie” Brunner, 77, of Route 6, Smethport, PA
Arnold “Arnie” Brunner, 77, of Route 6, Smethport, PA passed away Sunday (Jan. 1, 2023) at Olean General Hospital.
Born March 13, 1945, in Olean, N.Y., he was a son of William and Evelyn Walker Brunner. On Aug. 28, 1971, in the Duke Center United Methodist Church, he married Susan Curtin, who survives.
Mr. Brunner was a 1963 graduate of the Belvidere (Ill.) High School. After being born in Duke Center, his family moved to Illinois, but Arnie decided to move back to the local area as soon as he graduated high school.
He then attended some of the inaugural classes at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford while painting houses to finance his degree. He went on to receive a B.S. in forestry from Penn State University in 1967.
After working as a forester for the PA State Game Commission and the Buehler Lumber Company of Ridgeway, Arnie went on to a successful career as an independent forester. In 1991, he opened A-1 Rent-All Sales in Olean, which he operated alongside his wife for 31 years. They also started Stoney Acres Alpaca Farm together in Smethport, where they raised alpacas for 18 years.
Arnie enjoyed everything involving the outdoors and spent as much time as possible outside. He loved hunting, swimming, gathering firewood, and of course, working. He was known for his strong-willed nature but also for being very generous to those close to him.
Surviving in addition to his wife of 51 years are their son, Christopher, along with his partner Ashli; and three granddaughters, Katelyn, Leah and Maddie; as well as several extended family members.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Teddy; as well his infant sister, Marilyn.
As per Arnie’s request there will be no services held at this time. Burial will be in Duke Center Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made in Arnie’s honor to an outdoor conservation charity of the donor’s choice. In lieu of flowers, take a walk in the woods, help a neighbor or enjoy the little moments with family and friends.
Online condolences may be made at www.framefuneralhome.com.
Core Boring Work Scheduled on Route 255 North of Treasure Lake Gate
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists that traffic delays should be expected mid-to-late January on Route 255, north of the Treasure Lake Gate in Clearfield County.
Starting Wednesday, January 18 and running through Friday, January 27, crews will be taking core borings on Route 255 near Hungry Hollow Road. The core boring work is being done in relation to a future bridge replacement project on Route 255. All work is weather and schedule dependent.
In order to perform the work, an alternating traffic pattern will be enforced by flaggers in the roadway. Drivers should anticipate short travel delays as this work takes place during daylight hours.
Motorists are encouraged to “Know Before They Go” by checking conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.