Mary E. Hoffman Oknefski, 94, formerly of Montmorenci Road in Ridgway, PA
Mary E. Hoffman Oknefski, 94, formerly of Montmorenci Road in Ridgway, died on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Elk Haven Nursing Home following a lengthy illness.
She was born February 21, 1930, in Ridgway, the daughter of the late Charles and Estella Cussins Hoffman.
On December 6, 1947, she married the late Frederic (Ted) Oknefski, who preceded in death September 7, 2012.
Mary was a lifelong resident of Ridgway and a 1947 graduate of Ridgway High School. She was a member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church and worked for Dr. William Thompson for over thirty years. She was a member of the Bells of St. Marys and she enjoyed playing 500 with her card club ladies. She was the happiest when surrounded by her family.
United Way Accepting Quarterly Impact Applications
Bradford, PA — The United Way of the Bradford Area is currently accepting applications for the third quarter of Quarterly Impact funding for 2024. Deadline to apply is August 1, 2024.
Eligible non-profit agencies may submit a request for up to $1,500 for Quarterly Impact funds. Awards will be given to programs or initiatives with the potential to make an immediate impact on the local community while being essential to the agency’s mission. Priority will be given to those who have not received prior funding, who have supplied all necessary documentation, and request funding for programmatic costs.
Quarterly Impact applications may be received by visiting United Way’s website at www.uwbanews.com, the United Way office, or by request at sarah.lonzi@uwbanews.org. Along with the application, it is being requested of applicants that a detailed budget of planned expenditures be included.
All applications are reviewed by a committee comprised of United Way Board members, with recommendations being presented to the full board for final approval. For more information regarding the application process, please contact the United Way.
Ruth E. Rudoph Grubbs Extein, 76, of Warren, PA
Ruth E. Rudoph Grubbs Extein, 76, of Warren, PA., and formerly of Tidioute, PA., died peacefully with her family at her bedside, on Saturday evening, June 29, 2024, at Warren Manor Nursing Home.
She was born June 11, 1948, in Titusville, PA. She was the daughter of Lester W. and Luella Mae Anthony Rudolph.
She was a longtime resident of Tidioute, PA. Ruth was employed at Sparkle Car Wash as an attendant for 4 years and was previously employed with the former Thornes Bi Lo grocery store.
She was a member of Tidioute United Methodist Church, Peginot Yeager V.F.W. Post 8803 Ladies Auxiliary, Tidioute, PA. She was active with the Tidioute Allegheny River Raft Race, Warmer Clothes for Kids, Tidioute Branch of the Salvation Army Bundle Up program.
She enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and was an avid Nascar and Pittsburgh Pirates Fan. She loved to feed her pet bears and racoons.
Timothy W. Pilon, 59, of 461 County Rd. 33, Bolivar, NY
Timothy W. Pilon: Loving Father, Grandfather, Brother
Timothy W. Pilon, 59, of 461 County Rd. 33, Bolivar, NY passed away Monday, June 24, 2024 at home after a short illness.
Born on December 15, 1964, in Olean, he was a son of Roger W. and Beatrice M. Lafferty Pilon.
Tim was a graduate of Bolivar Central School.
He had worked for Current Controls in Wellsville and for Saputo in Friendship for the last 21 years retiring due to illness. He also worked part time for Canfields Outdoor Power Equipment in Ceres for many years.
He enjoyed fishing and hunting and loved to cook. He was an avid sports fan following softball, football, and NASCAR. He was also a history buff and enjoyed a good conspiracy theory.
Tim is survived by
Vehicle Crash Dispatched Near Wellsboro
At 10:00 AM on Sunday, Wellsboro Fire Dept. & Mansfield ambulance dispatched to Cherry Flatts Road & New Road for a vehicle into a pole crash with possible entrapment. Caller reports possible head injury. Vehicle is off roadway with phone wires down. On scene reports negative entrapment.
Shapiro Administration Highlights Responsible Celebration Ahead Of Independence Day Weekend
The Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation, Conservation and Natural Resources, Drug and Alcohol Programs, and Health, along with the Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner gathered today in Codorus State Park to urge safe and responsible celebration ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.
“I’m pleased to join my colleagues to encourage Pennsylvanians to keep safety at the forefront this holiday weekend and all summer long,” said Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Carroll. “Whether your plans this summer include hiking, biking, boating, or a backyard barbecue, the department urges motorists to always plan ahead and designate a sober driver or arrange for alternate transportation. Never drive impaired!”
Latashia Lee Pierce, 35, of Williamsport, PA, formerly of Westfield, PA
Latashia Lee Pierce, 35, of Williamsport, PA, formerly of Westfield, PA, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at UPMC Williamsport.
Born September 22, 1988, in Wellsboro, PA, she was a daughter of Leo Campbell and Cecelia “Sue” Pierce, who both survive.
Latashia was a 2013 graduate of Belleview High School. She loved getting tattoos, watching tv, listening to music on Amazon, collecting genie bottles and fairies, spending time at the beach and traveling, playing with her nieces and nephews and spoiling them.
In addition to her parents, Latashia is survived by five brothers, Leo, Jr., Lee, Landon, Levi and Larius; five sisters, Larenna, Larinda, Lakisha, Latory and Rianna; several aunts and uncles; several cousins; and several nieces and nephews.
Latashia was predeceased by a sister, Lacey Pierce.
Services will be held at the family’s convenience.
Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Collins Chapel, Galeton, PA.
