Karl L. Lang, 91 passed away surrounded by his loving family Friday, September 6, 2024, at Charles Cole UPMC in Coudersport. He was born October 24, 1932, in St. Marys PA to John K. and Marie (Sorg) Lang. On August 18th, 1956, he married his beloved Patricia (Krug) Lang with whom he shared 68 years of marriage.
The Joe DeMott Port Allegany Community Development Fund, a designated fund held at the McKean County Community Foundation (MCCF), awarded their 2024 grant distributions to three local organizations that serve the residents of Port Allegany. The fund was established by Joe and his wife Sue to benefit the Port Allegany area for generations to come.
The fund, originally named the Port Allegany Community Development Fund, was renamed by the MCCF Board of Directors to honor the memory of Board Member, Joe DeMott, who passed away in 2020. Joe was instrumental in the establishment and ongoing development of the McKean County Community Foundation.
Coudersport Public Library will host “Magnificent Monarchs”, a free program and Monarch butterfly tagging demonstration, on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the endangered Monarch butterfly, and its amazing migration. The program is geared for upper elementary school age through adult participants.
Emily Shosh, educator for the Potter County Conservation District, will discuss conservation efforts for Monarchs and other pollinators. Participants will also learn about citizen science opportunities, including tagging, and assist with tagging of live, wild butterflies on-site!
Norman L. “Deb” Haight, 90, of 527 High Street Johnsonburg, passed away early Tuesday morning, September 10, 2024, at the Lutheran Home at Kane following a lengthy illness. He was bon on March 1, 1934, in Johnsonburg, a son to the late R.W. and Laura Belle Shaffer Haight. On September 23, 1958, in Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, he married Valerie “Val” Golebieski and she survives.
A lifelong resident of the area, Deb lived most of his life in Johnsonburg and was a 1953 graduate of Johnsonburg High School. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church and the Cursillo Movement. He always enjoyed spending time doing activities with his family and grandchildren, he had been a coach for Knothole for many years, he loved hunting and fishing and making his own maple syrup. He also served two separate terms on the Johnsonburg Boro Council, on one of which he served as the Vice President.
Saturday, September 14th, is the Turtlepoint Farmers Market, located at the Turtlepoint Community Park! This event will be running from 9-12! There is a large line up of vendors this month! Birch and Twig will be coming with their mustard and vinegar varieties! As always, free samples will be available. Jenna-June will be returning with healing skin salves, body butters, bug repellent and body scrubs. Studio 7 Fashions and More will be setting up to showcase their latest items. Rise Above Farms will be selling farm fresh eggs, fresh baked goods and homemade breads. The Peaceful Pages will be present selling all crocheted hand-made works! Thorny Bush Farm will be present to sell artisan honey blends. Quiet Acres will be present to provide baking supplies and handmade aprons. And Mrs. Farmelo will be around to talk all things Kombucha and Kefir!
Messy Mountain Organics is returning with vegan hand crafted soaps, as well as garden produce. She also will be providing homemade beer bread and other homemade goods. Really Rural Woodworks will be returning where you will be sure to find a handcrafted bowl or gift. D’s Queen Bees will present to sell honey and beeswax products. As well as Larsen brothers for pumpkins and maple syrup. We also will have a variety of Amish baked goods including pies, cookies, donuts and bread.
Addie Bell’s Produce Stand for a Cause will be there to help provide all your produce needs for individual and bulk vegetable sales! All proceeds benefit a local cause in the surrounding community.
September is a great month to come out to the Farmers Market because it’s the peek of growing season! This is the time to stock up on all your favorite produce locally grown and meet the farmers who grew it! As always, we welcome all vendors to come set up, as there is no official set up fee! We just take donations towards the upkeep of the park. The Turtlepoint Farmers Market is hosted at the Turtlepoint Community Park, the 2nd Saturday from now until October. Follow us on Facebook for updates and more information.
Cameron County will bring out the werewolves, princesses and ghostly ghouls in October. The fun begins October 19, when The Willows Bar and Restaurant host a Halloween Jeep/Costume Cruise In. This is the second year for the event which will begin at 2pm. There will be a scavenger hunt and live music.
Emporium Borough Mayor Justin Zimmer announced this week Trick or Treat will take place Saturday October 26 from 6pm-8pm by porch light invitation. Many other Halloween activities are planned for that day beginning with the return of the Smoker’s Haunted Halloween Extravaganza. The afternoon event in the town square in Emporium will include games for kids and of course candy! Businesses throughout the county are invited to downtown to hand out treats from 4-6pm. Trunk or Treat will be held in a new location this year. The parking lot of the Cameron County Innovation Center (former Cabin Kitchen) will host vehicles handing out treats.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tina Solak says this event draws crowds from across the region. “We want residents or businesses who don’t see many trick or treaters come downtown and pass out treats.” Anyone wishing to participate as a business, or in the trunk or treat is asked to contact the chamber office at 814-486-4314.
The Elk County Community Foundation (ECCF) was pleased to award a total of $15,239 in grant monies from the Johnsonburg Area Endowment Fund. These dollars will go toward several different projects that will serve and aid the community. This endowed fund awards grant dollars to eligible organizations, schools, and religious groups that benefit the residents of the Johnsonburg Area School District.
Joyce E. Stuck Everitt Forrest
Joyce E. Stuck Everitt Forrest, 88, of the Cranberry Apartments, Olean and a former resident of Ischua, New York passed away Saturday, September 07, 2024 at Cuba Memorial Hospital after a brief illness.
Born on February 3, 1936, in Wirt, she was a daughter of Arthur and Gladys Heysham Stuck. On December 23, 1955 she married Richard Everitt who predeceased her on June 1, 1974. On October 30, 1981 she married James Forrest who predeceased her on July 23, 2013.
Joyce was a graduate of Richburg Central Schools Class of 1953.
She worked as an accountant for many years and in the medical field teaching EMT Courses. She also taught Adult Education Classes at BOCES. For twelve years she served as the Ischua Town Clerk.
Joyce enjoyed being outdoors, taking care of her lawn, volunteering at Church and for the Fire Department. She dearly loved her family and many friends.
Cameron County Chamber of Commerce is moving next month to the former Cabin Kitchen Restaurant. The building at 24 West Fourth Street in Emporium has been a restaurant for more than 70 years. Following a devastating fire in February 2003, the structure was rebuilt in 6 months and reopened feeding residents and travelers. In 2022 the property was offered for sale. The chamber will convert the property to a multi-use facility and begin the move in process October 1.
The idea of a multi-use facility began in the fall of 2022 when the chamber was looking to relocate from its rented location. Chamber executive director Tina Solak says the facility will focus on entrepreneurs and growth for existing businesses while promoting the county for tourism and attracting new businesses.
Kenneth J. Rimer, 76, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, September 8, 2024 following a lengthy illness.
He was born on January 4, 1948 in St. Marys, a son of the James and Eileen Nero Rimer.
On November 21, 1970, in St. Marys Church, he married the love of his life, Bonnie Taylor Rimer, and they’ve been walking together hand in hand for more than 53 years.
Ken was a lifelong resident of the area and graduate of Elk County Christian High School, class of 1965. He served in the US Army from 1968-1970, and then retired from Stackpole Carbon Company after more than 40 years of service. Ken enjoyed reading, a good glass of wine, and his evening walks with his wife. His warm smile and caring nature endeared him to all who knew him, leaving a lasting impact on his friends and family. Known for his special version of Riverdance, Ken enjoyed laughing with friends and family, and was loved by all who knew him. He never turned down the chance to share a bowl of popcorn or a bag of Cheetos around the campfire, but most of all, he cherished his family and grandchildren.
Carl T. Coole, 83, of Coudersport, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, in Sweden Valley Manor, Coudersport.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary
Paul M. Fledderman, 36, of 428 Ash Street, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 9, 2024 in Sardinia, New York.
He was born July 21, 1988 in St. Marys, son of Peter and Joyce Patterson Fledderman, who survive of St. Marys.
Paul was a graduate of Elk County Catholic High School, Class of 2007, where he was a friend to many and participated in track & field and cross country. He enjoyed participating in sports as a youth and excelled as a point guard for the St. Marys Cavaliers. Following high school graduation, he attended Gannon University and was a member of the cross country team for the Golden Knights. Following his time at Gannon, Paul earned his Associate’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and worked as a superintendent for Zoladz Construction.
Jamie L. Olmstead “beloved daughter and niece”
Jamie L. Olmstead, 45, of Wellsville, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Saturday, September 7, 2024.
Born on Wednesday, July 11, 1979 in Port Allegany, PA, she was a daughter of Fred L. Olmstead and Alta L. Hardes Manning.
Jamie attended school in Portville and Bolivar, and graduated from Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse, PA.
