Lois June McGuire, 98, of Bradford, formerly of Corwin Lane
Lois June McGuire, 98, of Bradford, formerly of Corwin Lane, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on March 31, 2026, at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.
June was born June 4, 1927, in Bradford, a daughter of Charles and Bernice (Spangler) Confer.
She graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1946.
On June 23, 1951, in Bradford, she married John “Jack” McGuire. They built a beautiful family of three children who will keep her legacy alive.
June worked various places throughout her career. She worked at the Dairybar on South Kendall Avenue, where she met the love of her life. June and Jack went on to own a small convenience store on South Kendall Avenue. She loved shopping and beautiful clothes, which led her to get a job at Tate’s clothing store on Main Street, and later at The Carousel clothing store. June also worked in the business office of the Bradford Regional Medical Center and in the cafeteria at Fretz Middle School.
She was a founding member of Sawyer Evangelical Church. She was proud to serve in various areas including teaching Sunday School and was a loyal prayer warrior. June loved sending cards to her church family and those in need of a smile. She enjoyed bowling in different leagues with her husband and family. June also loved tending to her flower beds around her home.
June was a devoted mother, grandmother and friend. She loved fiercely and would do anything for the people she loved. She enjoyed any time she was able to spend with family. Nobody put a smile on her face quite like her grandchildren could. June was incredibly proud of her children and grandchildren’s accomplishments and bragged of them any chance she got. From trips to Erie to spend Christmas Eve putting together toys for her grandchildren to find under the Christmas tree the next morning or going to any garage sale she could find with her daughter and granddaughter, June was always up for an adventure and brought enjoyment and smiles to any room she walked into.
Christmas was June’s favorite holiday, and you wouldn’t have to walk far into her home to know that about her. Her love of collectable Santas and Christmas mugs will be passed down to her family to cherish for years to come.
Most of all, June loved the Lord. That love overflowed into every aspect of her life and made any time spent with her such a treasured memory. Her life was full of testaments of God’s grace, faithfulness, and love right up until she took her last breath and entered into eternity with Him. While her family will spend the rest of their lives missing her, June is celebrating her homecoming seeing her loved ones she has so greatly missed and seeing her Savior face to face. Her family finds peace and comfort in knowing she is whole and healthy once again.
Remaining to cherish June’s memory are her children, Jack McGuire of Bradford, Tom (Eileen) McGuire of Erie, and Patti (John) Droney of Bradford; grandchildren, Amy Learn, John (Megan) McGuire, Ali (Alex) Nadolsky, Kristen McGuire and Mandi Droney; great-grandchildren, Emma Learn, Kennedy and Emery McGuire, Jack and Madison Nadolsky; sister-in-law Anna Confer; and several nieces and nephews.
Welcoming June home in heaven are her husband, John “Jack” McGuire, her parents Charles and Bernice Confer, siblings Floyd (Carolyn) Confer, Bill (Shirley) Confer, Marion Confer, and Nellie Confer.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc., 372 East Main Street and again on Thursday, from 9:30 to 10:30 am in the Sawyer Evangelical Church, where at 10:30 am funeral services will be held with Pastor Homer Williams, officiating. A luncheon will follow the service. Interment will be in Saint Bonaventure Cemetery in Allegany, NY.
Donations in June’s memory may be directed to Sawyer Evangelical Church, 777 South Kendall Ave., Bradford, PA 16701, the Bradford Area Christian Academy, 25 Chambers Street, Bradford, PA 16701, or the Bradford Ecumenical Home, 100 St. Francis Drive, Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences, if desired, may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Janet S. Goebl, 79, of N. Nookside Lane, Bradford, PA
Janet S. Goebl, 79, of N. Nookside Lane, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her residence surrounded by family.
Born on December 21, 1946, in Cadillac, MI, a daughter of the late Joe and Fran (Cleary) Breidenstein.
She was a 1965 graduate from Cadillac High School. She then attended Ferris State Junior College.
On June 21, 1969, in Cadillac, MI, Janet married Mark Goebl, who survives.
She was employed at Futures as a Personal Aide. She was a member of St. Bernard Church, the Catholic Woman Club, the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, for over 35 years and the Welcome Wagon.
Janet loved to spend time and buy gifts and clothes for her grandchildren. She also loved to spend time with her dogs, and to bake, especially when it came to making her legendary Christmas cookies. Janet cherished her Irish heritage, and she loved to travel. She visited Ireland, China, Italy, and Mexico. Janet also enjoyed sailing, kayaking, and their antique car collection.
Surviving in addition to her husband Mark of 57 years, is one daughter, Elizabeth ‘Libby’ (Ken) Thelen, of Mechanicsburg; three sons: Michael (Kay) Goebl, of Akron, OH, Patrick (KC) Goebl, of Mars, Timothy (Michelle) Goebl, of Scarborough, ME; eight grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by one sister, Sally Kimball; three brothers: Terry Breidenstein, Patrick Breidenstein, Thomas Breidenstein; and one grandson, Joshua Holly.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., 33 South Avenue, from 3 pm to 5 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 10, 2026, at St. Bernard Church, at 10 am, with Rev. John Jacquel as celebrant.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids with Cancer PO Box 1299, Bradford, PA, 16701, or to charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Dayle Kevin Newton, 69, of Bradford, PA
Dayle Kevin Newton, 69, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Bradford Manor.
Kevin was born in Izmia, Turkey on December 8, 1956, he was a son of the late Dayle and Jean (Haven) Newton.
On July 15, 2000, in Rew, he married Pamela A. (Warren) Newton, who survives.
He was a 1974 graduate of Bradford High School, and a graduate of Clarion State College and Lycoming University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
Kevin worked at Prudential Insurance Company after graduating.
On February 2, 1988, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was wounded in Iraq. While in the service he was a Linguist. He was honorably discharged on May 1, 1992.
After his discharge he began working at the United States Post Office as the Postmaster in the Bradford Office. He was a member of the American Legion Post 108 of Bradford and the Veterans of Foreign War Post 212 of Bradford.
Kevin attended the Evans Memorial United Methodist Church in Lewis Run, the American Legion Post 108, and the Veterans of Foreign War Post 212 of Bradford.
Surviving in addition to his wife Pam who he has been with for over 30 years,are two step sons, Ryan Neilly, of Bradford, and Daniel Neilly, of Winter Park FL, one granddaughter, Ayla Neilly, two sisters, Karen Pennington, of Bradford, and Cheryl (Trever) Wingard, of Pittsburgh, one brother, Steve (Patty) Newton, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Mary Denise.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday April 8, 2026, from 4 pm to 6 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave. in Bradford, at 6 pm funeral services will be held with with Rev. Steven Beattie, Pastor of the United Pentecostal Church of Olean NY, officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Kids and Cancer PO Box 1299 Bradford, PA 16701.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences, if desired, may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Leonard “Duane” Bartlebaugh,77, of Bradford, PA
Leonard “Duane” Bartlebaugh,77, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the Bradford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Born September 20, 1948, he was a son of the late Blaine Duane and Evelyn Jane (Grove) Barnes.
On August 20, 1966, he married Barbara J. (Gleason) Bartlebaugh, who survives.
Duane spent his life doing what he loved. He was an outdoorsman through and through, enjoying hunting, fishing, trapping, and working in his garden.
He owned and operated LDB trucking and spent many years driving semi-trucks. Back in the day he could often be found at the race track driving his stock car the “Pink Panther” #29, something he and his family truly enjoyed.
Surviving in addition to his wife Barbara of 60 years, who he shared a lifetime of memories with, are his three children, Rick (Teri Michele) Bartlebaugh, Tammy (Pat) O’Neil and Sheila (Calvin) Hiner, daughter in law Shannon (the late Steven) Bartlebaugh, six grandchildren Amber, Rich, Patrick, Hannah, Zach, Evan, eight great grandchildren and two sisters, Jane Figula and Betty Stady.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Steven, one brother Donald “Herk” Bartlebaugh, and one nephew Joseph Figula.
Duane will be remembered for his love for his family and friends. He kept moving, working, and did things his way, leaving behind a legacy of determination and resilience.
At Duane’s request there will be no public services held.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to, American Diabetes Association, PO BOX 11454, Alexandria VA 22312, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Ruffed Grouse Society Needs Volunteers for Planting and Fencing for Wildlife on Saturday, April 11, on SGL 62 Kane, Pa
Members of the Upland Bird Hunt Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) need volunteers for planting and fencing for wildlife on Saturday, April 11, at 9:00 a.m., in McKean County on State Game Lands (SGL) 62. Work should be completed by 1:00 p.m. Volunteers are asked to meet at SGL 62 parking lot on SR 59 in Cyclone, PA.
The meeting point can be found approximately three miles east of the Bradford Airport towards Ormsby. Volunteers are asked to register with Garrett Baker at bakgar42@yahoo.com so enough tools can be available for all volunteers.
All volunteers should wear boots and gloves, and bring safety glasses if you have them. Dress for the weather. This project will take place rain or shine.Volunteers will be planting American persimmon, Holly winterberry, American plum, Chinkapin oak, Sargent crabapple, Black chokeberry, hybrid American chestnut, and American elderberry.
Bradford’s Kelly Compton Selected as NPRC’s 2026 Commencement Speaker
Bradford native and Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9 Director of Educational Services, Kelly Compton, has been selected as Northern Pennsylvania Regional College’s (NPRC) 2026 Commencement Speaker. The ceremony is slated to be held on Saturday, May 9, at Wilds Sonshine Factory, Inc. in Kane.
Compton is an educational leader, leadership coach, and advocate whose work is shaped by both professional expertise and lived experience. Raised in a lower-income, working-class family in McKean County, she understands firsthand the barriers that can make higher education and opportunity feel out of reach. Those experiences have deeply shaped her lifelong commitment to equity, perseverance, and expanding pathways for others. “The trajectory of my life was changed by teachers,” said Compton. “I was the first in my family to go to college, and if it wasn’t for the love and support of my teachers, I wouldn’t have gotten there. That I work in education now should speak volumes about the impact they had on me as a student in the Bradford Area School District. I am fortunate that I can give back to students and be of service in education both in Bradford and the region at large.”
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LONGTIME DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS TO RETIRE FROM PITT-BRADFORD
BRADFORD, Pa. – When Alex Nazemetz of Allegany, N.Y., began working in college admissions in 1986, there were few websites and no search engines.
Forty years later, as associate vice president of enrollment management and director of admissions at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, he still likes to have his staff “pound the pavement,” visiting college fairs and high schools in person to create a more personal connection.
That doesn’t mean he hasn’t taken advantage of technology to communicate more easily with prospective students, but his heart has always been in talking face-to-face with young people and their families.
It’s a philosophy that has guided 26 years of service — and it’s one he’ll carry into retirement on Friday. Nazemetz came to Pitt-Bradford as director of admissions in 1999 after 13 years at his alma mater, St. Bonaventure University. Pitt-Bradford is measurably better for his tenure.
HG Holds Summer Musical Auditions
Auditions for “Big Fish,” Hamilton-Gibson’s 2026 summer musical, will be held this month. Performances are scheduled for July 9, 10, 11, and 12 and those who audition need to be available for all performance dates. The musical will be directed by Thomas Putnam, HG’s artistic director.
Step into a world of imagination, adventure, and unforgettable storytelling in “Big Fish,” the musical, based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and film adaptation by John August. Follow Will Bloom’s efforts to separate fact from myth in his dying father’s stories. Based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the motion picture by John August, “Big Fish” has music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Like many musicals, this is a love story. But here the story is about the love between a father and son.
PennDOT, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Invite High School Students to Apply to Join Young Ambassadors Program
Pennsylvania students are encouraged to apply to be Young Ambassadors through June 10.
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful are inviting environmentally-conscious 10th through 12th grade students to help preserve Pennsylvania’s natural resources through the Young Ambassadors of Pennsylvania program.
The program empowers young Pennsylvanians to train and learn from leaders across the private sector, state government, local media, and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful to protect Pennsylvania’s environment and build leadership and problem-solving skills.
Allegany County Town Highway Superintendents Association Awards 2026 Scholarships
The Allegany County Town Highway Superintendents Association (ACTHSA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards. While the Association typically awards two scholarships each year, it is especially proud to expand the program for 2026—thanks to increased community support and participation—by awarding four scholarships in the amount of $1,500 each to local students pursuing careers in the trades.
The 2026 scholarship recipients are:
- Heather Padden, Belfast Central – attending BOCES Belmont CDL Program
- David Bower, Fillmore Central – attending Alfred State College
- Matthew Goho, Alfred-Almond Central – attending Alfred State College
- Mason Edwards, Wellsville Central – attending Alfred State College
These scholarships are awarded annually to support students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to their education and a future in trade-related fields that are vital to our local communities and infrastructure.
“The future of our workforce depends on young individuals who are willing to step into the trades and carry on the essential work that keeps our communities running,” said Bill Bigelow, President. “We are proud to support these students as they take the next step in their careers.”
The Association would also like to thank the community for its continued support. It is through this support that programs like this scholarship are possible, allowing us to invest in the future of our local workforce.
The ACTHSA remains committed to investing in the next generation of skilled workers and encouraging students to pursue rewarding careers in highway, construction, and related fields.
For more information about the scholarship program, please visit www.acthsa.net/scholarship.
April Community Support Groups And Education Classes Offered At BRMC & OGH
BRADFORD, PA / OLEAN, NY – During the month of April, Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, are offering a variety of classes and support groups designed to provide health education, encouragement and community connection.
A newly formed Bereavement Support Group, in partnership with HomeCare & Hospice, is launching Thursday, April 2 at OGH. The support group will meet at 6 p.m. in the OGH education center and convene on the first Thursday of each month. The community-based group is free and open to anyone experiencing loss. For more information, please call (716) 372-2106.
Potter County Farmers Market Open Saturday!
The winter Indoor Potter County Farmers Market, located at the Riley Gallery, next to the Hotel Crittenden, will be open the first Saturday of each month, from January to May. The next market will be this Saturday, April 4th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
* STARTING IN JANUARY, NEW WINTER MARKET HOURS ARE SATURDAYS FROM 11AM TO 2PM.
* Beginning in January 2026 the Farmers Market will be the first Saturday of each month until May. The remaining Saturday date is April 4th. May 2026 the market will again be on the square
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
A meeting of the North Central Rural Transportation Planning Committee will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. This meeting will be conducted as a hybrid meeting. If you are interested in attending, please visit our website (https://rpo.ncentral.com/), email Amy Kessler at amy@ncentral.com or call 814-773-3162 for the meeting login information.
The public is encouraged to attend.
North Central is committed to compliance with nondiscrimination requirements of civil rights statutes, executive orders, regulations and policies applicable to the programs and activities it administers. Accordingly, North Central is dedicated to ensuring that program beneficiaries receive public participation opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or economic status.
Meeting facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities and the location is reachable by public transit. North Central will provide auxiliary services for individuals with language, speech, sight, or hearing impediments provided the request for assistance is made five days prior to the meeting. North Central will attempt to satisfy other requests.
Please make your request for auxiliary services to Amy Kessler, director of community development and regional planning, at amy@ncentral.com or call 814-773-3162. If you believe you have been denied participation opportunities, or otherwise discriminated against in relation to the programs or activities administered by North Central, you may file a complaint using the procedures provided in our complaint process document or by contacting Executive Director Jim Chorney.
Please visit our website at http://rpo.ncentral.com for more information on the Transportation Planning Program.
Opening Day of Trout Season is This Saturday, April 4, 2026!
HARRISBURG, Pa. (April 1) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) reminds anglers that the statewide Opening Day of Trout Season is this Saturday, April 4! Anglers can begin fishing at 8 a.m.
Throughout the 2026 season, the PFBC will stock approximately 3.2 million adult trout in 684 streams and 130 lakes open to public angling. These figures, which are consistent with the number of trout stocked over the past decade, include approximately 2.3 million Rainbow Trout; 698,000 Brown Trout; and 128,000 Brook Trout. As with past practice, the average size of the trout produced for stocking is 11 inches in length with an average weight of .58 pounds.
U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, DINO-SHAPED NUGGETS – UNSAFE LEVELS OF LEAD!
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for frozen, dinosaur-shaped, ready-to-eat chicken nuggets that may be contaminated with unsafe levels of lead. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. However, FSIS is concerned that some products may still be in consumers’ freezers.
To Fill A Backpack’s Easter Egg Hunt Was Egg-stra Special!!
In under 15 minutes over 10,000 eggs were gone! Talk about an egg-citing hunt!
A huge congratulations to the lucky winners – Landon Homell, who rode away with the boys bicycle, and Loralee Green, the girls bike winner!!
What an unforgettable action-packed time!
Many Thanks to Andy Kulp and TFABP for making this a cracking good hunt!!!
Patricia J. Johnson, 94, formerly of Houston Road, St. Marys, PA
Patricia J. Johnson, 94, formerly of Houston Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born on September 1, 1931, a daughter of the late Vern Van Order, Sr., and Ruth Senior Van Order.
On March 31, 1951, she married the late Neil Johnson, who preceded her in death on July 7, 2021. Together they were blessed with more than 70 years of marriage.
Pat was a graduate of Wilcox High School, class of 1949. She was a longtime and faithful member of the St. Marys Methodist Church, where her presence was felt in countless meaningful ways. Whether she was singing in the choir, heading up the Women’s Bible Circle, or cooking delicious foods for the bereavement luncheons, Pat was well known and her hands were always ready to serve others. Beyond her church, she found joy in life’s simple pleasures, such as camping or sitting around the table for a lively game of cards. Her greatest joy, however, was her family. She treasured every moment spent together, creating memories filled with laughter and love. In a quiet moment, she loved to watch the cardinals, finding peace and beauty in their gentle presence. Though she was a quiet woman, her life was marked by service, warmth, and unwavering faith-a legacy that will live on in all who knew her.
Pat is survived by five children; Gail (Ralph) Palmer of Mechanicsburg, Marjorie (David) Fitzgerald of Kersey, Jeffery (Linda) Johnson of St. Marys, Rebecca (Scott) Wickett of Ridgway, and Andrew (Sharon) Johnson of DuBois; and by her ten loved grandchildren; Shawn Washinger, Abbye Palmer-Pugnetti, Gregory Fitzgerald, Amy Young, Trisha Fisk, Matthew Johnson, Amanda Benini, Logan Wickett, Ryan Johnson, Nathan Johnson and by four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister; Carol Miller of Jersey Shore, as well as by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Patricia was preceded in death by a grandson; Hunter Wickett, by one brother; Vern Van Order, Jr., and one sister; Phyllis Gausman.
Funeral Services for Patricia J. Johnson will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the St. Marys Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Zilhaver officiating.
Burial will follow in the Parklawn Memorial Gardens in Ridgway.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Marys Methodist Church.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com