Joan M. Holjencin, 88, of 251 Taft Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully Monday, June 2, 2025, at her residence with her loving family by her side.

She was born August 28, 1936, in Rosebud, PA, daughter of the late Leo Cusick and Millie Lednik Cusick Myers. A vibrant soul with an infectious zest for life, Joan filled every moment with her radiant smile, joyful laughter, and profound faith. She lived a rich and fulfilling life, touching countless hearts with her warmth and devotion.On May 21, 1955, in St. Basil’s Catholic Church in Coalport, PA, Joan married the late Joseph J. Holjencin, who preceded her in death on January 22, 2016.

Daniel Martin Cukierski, 78, of Bradford, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.

He was born on December 5, 1946 in Chicago, IL, a son of the late Martin and Regina Polinski Cukierski.

On December 27, 1980 in Bradford, he married Mary Zetts who survives.  They spent many years in Chicago before moving to Bradford in 2016.

He was a US Army Vietnam War era veteran; serving in Korea where he earned the rank of Captain.  He served from 1968 until his honorable discharge in 1975.

Elizabeth Wilson “Millport, PA native”

Elizabeth “Liz” Wilson, 96, of Raleigh, NC, formerly Millport, PA, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Wake Medical Center, Raleigh. NC.

Born on Monday, April 29, 1929 in Millport, PA, she was a daughter of John and Irene Ball Rathbun. On October 25, 1947 in Ceres, she married Richard “Dick” Wilson of Bolivar, NY, who passed away on September 29, 2015.

 Gerald F. Ogden, age 83, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Thursday, May 29, 2025. He was born on August 25, 1941 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Lewis and Mary (Borden) Ogden and was formerly employed by PA DOT.

Gerald liked watching western movies, playing music on his harmonica, singing, riding in parades, listening to country music, driving around the area looking at the beautiful scenery, telling jokes and socializing with his friends over a cup of coffee. He loved spending time with his fiancé and her children and grandchildren.

Gerald is survived by his fiancé: Barb Short of Wellsboro, PA, sister: Pauline (Perley) Simmons of Emporium, PA and many “step children” and “step grandchildren”. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 22, 2025 from 1 to 2 pm at the Middlebury Fire Hall.

A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm. With a dinner and a dish to pass immediately following. Family has asked for no flowers. If anyone would like to make donations they can be sent to Carleton Funeral Home in Gerald’s name to help with his funeral arrangements.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA.

Beverly A. Dutton:  Loving Mother and Grandmother

Beverly A. Dutton, 82, formerly of Bishop Street, Cuba, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Cuba Memorial Hospitals Palliative Care Unit after a brief illness.

Born on May 25, 1943, in Cuba, she was a daughter of Hawley and Alice Boyd.  On September 28, 1968, in Black Creek, she married Glenn O. Dutton, who predeceased her on September 21, 2020.

David S. Thompson “beloved father, Poppy, and friend”

David S. “Poppy” Thompson passed away on May 30, 2025, at his Bolivar home, in the presence of family. He was 80 years old. Dave spent most of his childhood in Rochester, New York, mainly raised by his grandmother.

He didn’t take up residency in Bolivar until he met Ruth Colley Thompson. She was attracted to him because of his smile and his dance moves. They married on February 6, 1970.

Dave was immediately cast into the role of stepfather to Ruth’s four children. The household was a lively one, to say the least.

David S. Thompson

David S. “Poppy” Thompson, 80, a lifelong resident of Bolivar, passed away in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side on Friday, May 30, 2025.