Robert S. Lathrop (Bob), of Wilmington, Delaware returned to his Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 surrounded by loved ones.

Bob was born on April 6, 1938 in Addison, NY. He grew up in Smethport, PA and graduated from Smethport High School in 1957. He proudly served in the United States Army from June 1960 until May 1963.

After his honorable discharge from the Army, Bob continued his education at Lock Haven State College, graduating in 1966, and further earned his Master’s Degree from the University of Illinois in 1970.

Bob married his loving wife, Darlene Hess, on September 3,1960, and they moved to Delaware in 1966 where he taught physical education and drivers education at Brandywine High School until his retirement in 2000.

Bob loved the great outdoors and was an avid gardener, fisherman, and hunter. He enjoyed sharing his garden harvest with family and friends every year and teaching his children and grandchildren how to fish and hunt. Bob was a good friend and neighbor, as well as a gifted storyteller.

M. Kathleen “Kathy” Leman, 80, of Austin, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at UPMC-Cole Skilled Nursing., Coudersport. Kathy was born on October 28, 1943, in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Nagy) Corrigan.  She married Joseph Leman on July 4, 1964, who survives.

Kathy, along with her husband, was an avid Cleveland Browns and Guardians fan.

James H. Young, Jr.

James H. Young, Jr. 87, of Warren, PA, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, in Kinzua Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Warren.

Born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 24, 1936, Jim was the son of the late James H. and Lillian S. Young. He grew up in Parkersburg, WV and Bradford, PA, graduating from Bradford High School in 1954. He attended Washington & Jefferson College in Washington, PA, then served for two years in the U.S. Navy, wherein he was a member of the Naval Cadet Choir. He married the love of his life, Mary Kay Young, on February 27, 1960. He pursued a career in banking, during which time he was employed by, among various other financial institutions, Northwest Savings & Loan and as Branch Manager of First Federal Savings & Loan in Warren. Jim was a member of First Lutheran Church for 50 years. 

A very adept athlete, Jim could frequently be found golfing at the numerous courses around Warren. When his sons were growing up, he spent a great deal of time throwing the baseball, football, or hitting fly balls to the neighborhood boys. He could thread the eye of a needle with a football from 30 yards.

Jim was a kind and good man, who was honest to a fault and whose family always mattered most. His presence in this world will be sorely missed.

Erroll H. Flynn           

ULYSSES- Erroll H. Flynn, 70, of Old US Route 6, passed away Thursday (Apr. 4, 2024) in the Olean General Hospital.

      Born Jan. 22, 1954, in Coudersport, he was a son of Claude R. and Elaine A. Jeffers Flynn.

      Erroll was a longtime resident of Ulysses, and was employed with the Tioga Golf Course, Wellsboro, before having to retire.

     He was an avid fisherman and NFL Cleveland Browns fan. He loved gardening, canning, completing puzzles with his mom, and camping, but most of all, spending time with his grandchildren. Erroll also enjoyed horses, his dog Jacob, and his cat Silas.

Clinton Webb Weekley, of Emporium, PA, a decorated veteran, devoted husband, loving father, and adored Papa, passed away unexpectedly on March 31, 2024, at Penn Highlands DuBois. He was 81.

Born on September 20, 1942, in Lynchburg, VA, to the late Clinton and Elizabeth Weekley (Wilkins), Clinton’s life was marked by courage, dedication, and service. At the tender age of 17, he enlisted with the United States Army, embarking on a remarkable journey defining his existence. He served with distinction as a tank commander during the Vietnam War and then as a drill sergeant, proudly preparing hundreds of new recruits for service and then promoting to train sergeants. He retired from service, having reached the rank of Sergeant Major, leaving a legacy of honor and sacrifice.

In 1988, Clinton relocated his family to Emporium, Pennsylvania, where he built a Main Street business and actively engaged in community and volunteer work. He was known for his entrepreneurial spirit, passion for his family, love of boating, cars, and antiques, and his encyclopedic knowledge of the Civil War. His generosity knew no bounds, and he was always willing to help those in need and support his favorite local organizations in their missions.

On September 17, 2007, Clinton married Judy Knapp, his beloved wife and steadfast companion, who survives. Their union was a source of profound love, strength, and companionship.