Edward J. Zelt, 94, of 724 Vine Road, St. Marys
Edward J. Zelt, 94, of 724 Vine Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Monday, December 23, 2024 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
He was born June 25, 1930 in St. Marys, son of the late Jacob and Clara Lanzel Zelt. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a proud veteran of the United States Navy. Ed graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1948 and continued his studies in Washington D.C. at the Bliss Electrical School.
W. Hervey HAND, 83, of Harrison Valley, PA
W. Hervey HAND, 83, of Harrison Valley, PA, died Monday, December 23, 2024 in his home.
Born May 12, 1941, in Harrison Valley, he was the son of Derward and Gladys Garner Hand. On July 4, 1961, in Potter Brook, he married the former Patricia A. Dean, who predeceased him on October 7, 2021. A 1960 graduate of Northern Potter High School, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1960 – 1963. He was employed by Corning, Inc. for 32 years. Hervey was a member of Carl E. Hyde American Legion Post #963 in Ulysses, Elkland Moose, and was active in the Harrison Valley Softball League.
Thomas Gearhart, 70, of 5th Lane, Kane
Thomas Gearhart, 70, of 5th Lane, Kane, passed away Sunday (Dec. 22) at his residence. Born July 7, 1954 in Reading,PA, he is the son of the late William and Maria (Lang) Gearhart. On Oct. 31, 1972 in Leesport, he married Maggie McDonald, who survives.
Water Use Restrictions Lifted for Village of Sinclairville Water Customers
This is an important message from NY Alert
The Village of Sinclairville has lifted the water conservation advisory. The advisory was issued so the Village could shut down two Village wells located near the site of a traffic accident on Route 60. The accident caused a gasoline spill and the wells were shut down to reduce the possible impact of the spill on the Village’s water supply. Clean up of the spill has been completed, and the wells are back in production.
The two wells will be monitored more frequently over the next few months to ensure that the spill is not impacting the water quality.
Village officials thank you for your help and cooperation. For more information, please contact the Village of Sinclairville at (716) 962-9455, the Chautauqua County Health Department at (716) 753-4481 or check the Health Department website at www.HealthyCHQ.com for updates when available.
Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert, 79 Years Old White/Female
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HEADLINE: Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert, 79 years old white/female. Look for White 2007 SATURN AURORA BCA1740 NY
DESCRIPTION: At the request of the Cheektowaga Town Police Department, a New York State Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued relating to the disappearance of DIANE MARIANO; age 79; from CHEEKTOWAGA, NY at 09:45 pm on December 24, 2024.
INSTRUCTIONS: Click on the link for further details. www.criminaljustice.ny.gov
Issued By: NYS-DCJS-MPC
Rolena F. Mason, 87, of Loney Hollow, Limestone
Rolena F. Mason, 87, of Loney Hollow, Limestone, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Olean General Hospital.
Born May 23, 1937, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Don D. and Celia A. (Frank) Farrell. She was a 1956 graduate from Bradford High School.
On September 30, 1961, in Bradford, she married Hobert L. Mason who preceded her in death on February 3, 1996.
Rolena was a Rural Route Carrier for the United States Post Office from 1970 until 1999, when she retired.
What Is Christmas?
Pastor B.J. Knefley
My wife and I were watching one of those romantic Christmas movies—the ones our wives like—when a question about Christmas came up. It wasn’t that we were asking each other; it was a question in the movie. What I found interesting was the answer.
I first thought the movie was about Christ, but that’s not what I heard. Instead, the movie was about joy, a star, peace, angels, and wise men. There was no mention of Christ, the baby in the manger, or the Christ child as the hope for the world. Much emphasis was placed on doing good and sharing love worldwide, but nothing about Christ himself. I wonder why.
Gift of Memory Program 2024
Kevin and Patty Dusenbury, of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are once again grateful for the extreme generosity of many donors to their Gift of Memory program this year. Toys and gifts in excess of 900 items were delivered to the Christmas House in Coudersport, marking the 24th year of the program.
Delivering the toys were Kevin and Patty, Carl and Ronda Dickerson, and the Klesa family, who have graciously embraced the Gift of Memory program to honor their son and brother, Jon, having themselves brought almost 330 gifts and toys donated by their family and friends this year.
Dusenbury said, “We have donors from the first year that continue to donate and new donors every year. We had several donors who contributed very generous amounts of monies which allowed us to shop for specific needs to purchase items for the older children”.
Dusenbury, who is the owner and funeral director of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home in Shinglehouse and the Potter County Coroner stated, “we are once again amazed by the generosity of so many people. We truly THANK each person who donated, assuring that many less fortunate individuals and families will have a brighter and happier Christmas. We wish everyone a beautiful, blessed and very Merry Christmas.”
Pictured with a sampling of this year’s gifts are the Klesa family along with some of their friends, plus Carl and Ronda Dickerson, and volunteers from the Christmas House.
The following donated toys and gifts in memory of their loved ones:
Desarae J. CURRIER, 28, of Friendship, NY
She Never Met A Stranger
Desarae J. CURRIER, 28, of Friendship, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
Born September 17, 1996, she was the daughter of Bert Currier and Darcy Geffers. Those who knew her cherished her immensely, as her love for family and friends was boundless. Desarae had a remarkable ability to connect with people and was known for her friendly nature and engaging conversations, much like her father. A 2015 graduate of Wellsville High School, Desarae was passionate about volleyball and continued to seek opportunities for the sport beyond her high school years. Professionally, she worked as a home healthcare aide and at Allegany ARC, where she demonstrated exceptional skills in assisting and caring for individuals in need. Additionally, Desarae was an avid fishing enthusiast and could often be found enjoying the tranquility of fishing by the water’s edge.
William Hervey HAND, 83, of Harrison Valley, PA
William Hervey HAND, 83, of Harrison Valley, PA, died Monday, December 23, 2024 in his home.
Arrangements will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Leon A. SNYDER, 83, of Westfield, PA
Leon A. SNYDER, 83, of Westfield, PA, died Thursday,
December 19, 2024 in his home. Born July 21, 1941, in Coudersport, he was the son of Leon J. and Helen Brown Snyder. He was employed as a carpenter by Al Pagano Construction in Galeton and worked as a self-employed logger. Leon served as a forest fire warden.