Joseph C. Decker Jr., 80, of Hornell, died on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center with his family by his side.

He was born May 12, 1945, in Wellsville, the son of Joseph C. Sr. and Carrie H. (Stiles) Decker. On June 26, 1965, in Alfred, he married Patricia A. Richmond, who survives. 

Joe grew up in Phillips Creek and lived on Irish Settlement Road of Belmont, for 52 years. He attended Alfred-Almond Central School and was active in band, choir, was student council president, boys state, All State and county champion wrestler.

Donald Evans (Don) Kelsey, 94, of Coudersport died on August 27, 2025, at home.

He was born on August 2, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio to Wayne E (Tom) Kelsey and Marguerite Young Kelsey.

He married Marguerite (Peggy) Boden on August 16, 1958, in Chester, who died on November 15, 2020, after 62 years of marriage.Don loved his family dearly.

He enjoyed many years living at Deerview Farm, which had originally been handed down to him by his father. The farm remains in the family. Don comfortably enjoyed his last years living at Deerview Farm with his son, Gary.

Delaney D. Sherwood, 83, of Eldred, passed away on Tuesday (September 2, 2025) at his home. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Port Allegany.

Some might remember the days in school when learning to diagram sentences was common. Every part of a sentence was identified, including the subject, verb, adverbs, and adjectives. The subject was always considered the most important part because it explains what the action is about. Sometimes in life we realize we can overlook the subject and only focus on the action. In other words we can become so caught up in what we are doing that we forget why we are doing it. All professions face the risk of focusing on the task and forgetting why or who we are doing it for. Church can be similar. We can become so absorbed in ministry that we forget about the one whom the ministry is meant to serve. 

Troy A. Pease            “beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle and friend”

Troy A. Pease, 29, of Shinglehouse, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 29, 2025, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.

Born on Tuesday, October 24, 1995 in Coudersport, he was a son of Shane A. Pease and Sheila M. Gross Hathaway.

Troy was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. He was formerly employed by Norton’s Building Supply in Shinglehouse. He had also been employed for Clara Township and had served on the Clara Township Election Board. He was beloved by his customers whom he did yard work and landscaping.

On September 2 at 3:18 pm Sabinsville Ambulance was dispatched to 5464 Rt. 49 In Deerfield Twp. Passenger car vs school bus crash with possibly no Injuries on the bus. The driver of the passenger car is injured and also self extricated

Attention, ROULETTE, water and sewer customers, we are on a mandatory water restriction due to our well reaching 27 feet. We are asking all water and sewer customers to please limit their water usage… thank you for your cooperation in this critical matter we will continue to keep you updated

Bradford, PA — A beloved childhood tradition is getting a grown-up twist this fall. The United Way of the Bradford Area and On the Side Books are teaming up to host the Boozy Book Fair on Saturday, September 6, from 6–8 p.m. at On the Side Books, with proceeds benefiting both the Bradford Area Public Library and the United Way’s Annual Campaign, “A Century of Service – 100 Years United.”

Johnsonburg, Pa.:  Bryan Uhl and his son Kohlson harvested three coyotes on Friday and Sunday in southern Elk County while hunting both private and public lands.  On Friday at 2:00 a.m. they harvested a 30.4# male coyote.  On Sunday at 1:30 a.m. at their first stand they harvested a 16.8# female coyote.  On their last stand of the morning at 2:45 a.m. they were able to call in a 28.2# female coyote to harvest.

The Kohlson family shoot a .223 rifle with a thermal scope, and use a Fox Pro electronic call.  Congratulations, Uhl Family!

Weigh-in is at 6:00 p.m. every day over the ten days of the Rolfe Beagle Club hunt, thru 9/6.  Hunters are reminded that Rolfe Beagle Club’s Predator Hunt or Trap will take place over two weekends in February.

Last week in review: Pennsylvania College of Technology’s fall sports teams went a combined 4-4 as their seasons got underway, led by the women’s soccer team that won both of its matches.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

Last week’s hometown highlights: Three second-half goals, with Olivia Casella of South Williamsport scoring once and assisting on another, lifted Penn College to its first win, 3-0 on Friday, after three lifetime losses against Alfred University. Freshman goalie Taylor Brownback of Birdsboro made two saves in earning the shutout. Scoreless into the 67^th minute on Sunday at Alfred State College, the Wildcats scored twice late for their win and improved to 5-0-1 lifetime against ASC. Brooke Klinger of Herndon tallied the game-winning goal, while Brownback had three saves and recorded her second shutout.

Last season: 4-10 overall, 3-5 all United East, 3-4 UE regular season.

Coach: David Straub, third season. Career record: 7-22.Top returnees: (last season’s overall records) Senior Kyler Shuler of Williamsport (1-4 singles, 2-3 doubles); senior Logan Ogden of South Williamsport (7-6 singles, 5-9 doubles); junior Matt Williams of Pompton Lakes, New Jersey (3-1 singles, 4-7 doubles); sophomore Jayden Manbeck of Bethel (1-3 singles, 2-2 doubles).Key losses: Alex Norris (5-7 singles, 6-7 doubles); John Finnegan (3-11 singles, 6-8 doubles); Seth Priestman (5-8 singles, 3-8 doubles); Hunter Knosky (1-11 singles, 3-4 doubles).Top newcomer: Freshman Avery Hawk, Bermudian Springs.

Outlook: “We got pretty decimated,” Straub said of the squad that lost its Nos. 2, 3, 5 and 6 singles players and will build around Shuler, who remains No. 1, and Ogden, No. 4 in the spring and now No. 2. Also, Hawk is expected to step into the starting lineup immediately.

“I look for the players to jell, and have at least a .500 fall season,” Straub said.Inside the UE: Penn State Harrisburg is the two-time defending champion. Eight teams compete in the spring conference season.

UPCOMING MATCHESWednesday, Sept. 3 — at Penn State Altoona, 4:30 p.m.Friday, Sept. 5 — at Lycoming College, 4 p.m.For additional information, visit the Wildcats Athletics website.For more about the United East, visit the conference website.