Gregory G. Patterson, 57, of Bradford, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at the Olean General Hospital.

Born on May 6, 1966, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Theodore E. and Evelyn L. (Masters) Patterson.

He was a 1984 graduate of Bradford Area High School.

Greg worked as a hefter for Case Cutlery and later in the maintenance department. He enjoyed tinkering with small engine repair, camping, and playing washerboard. He was always there to lend a helping hand. His pride and joy was spending time with his daughters and grandkids.

Surviving are two daughters, Phylicia (Paul Wallace) Patterson, of Portville NY, and Kayla (Desmond) White, of Olean NY, one sister, Lisa (Kevin) Harbaugh, of Bradford, one brother, Tom (Gail) Patterson, of Sebring FL, two sister in-laws, Tammy Patterson, and Penny Haynoski, three grandchildren, Max Wallace, Mazey Wallace, and Vadek White, and several nieces and nephews.

Mary Louise Strutt, 85, of Smethport, PA passed away Tuesday (January 30, 2024) at the Bradford Ecumenical Home.

She was born July 15, 1938 in Grampian, PA, the daughter of  Robert and Katherine Denver Crandell. She was married to Fred M. “Red” Strutt, who died on May 10, 2022.

Louise was a graduate of Otto-Eldred High School.  She shared many wonderful years working alongside her family at Lindgren’s Variety Store in Smethport.

She attended Hilltop Baptist Church. Louise was very caring and loving and spent most of her time taking care of her family over the years.

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Betty “Dee” Jean Brock Hardes, 78, of Issaquah, Washington, formerly of Port Allegany, PA, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024 after an extended illness.

Dee was born on November 16, 1945 in Buffalo, NY to Ronald Brock and Ruth Scott Brock, and grew up on Crandall Hill in Potter County, PA. Dee attended Coudersport High School then earned a Bachelor of Science in Library Science and English Education along with her Master of Science in Library Science from Clarion University.

Dee served as a Research Librarian at St. Bonaventure University in Olean, NY, then spent 38 years as the school librarian at Smethport Area High School in Smethport, PA before retiring in 2003.

Winter Haven, FL.- Wayne Alan Stephen of Wellsville, NY passed away in his home in Winter Haven, FL., on Friday (January 26, 2024) after a long battle with cancer.

Wayne was born August 16, 1960, in Olean, he was the son of the late William N. and Norma (Joan) “Brundage” Stephen. On December 29, 1984, he married the former Lisa Moffatt in Bradford, PA.

Wayne graduated from Portville Central School; he was a member of the “legendary class of 1979”. In 1980, he started the Wayne Companies on a $500 loan. His companies employing nearly 1,000 people through the years. His company, now a corporation providing asphalt, gravel and concrete services, serving NY, PA, Florida and various jobs throughout the USA. The company and the legacy Wayne started will be carried on by his family.

Wayne always said he had no hobbies, but he loved spending time with friends and family. Wayne was a member of the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels, numerous community clubs and several construction organizations. Wayne was most known for his quick wit, love of life, sparkling blue eyes, and his stand-alone strength and leadership. He also knew wherever he stood, he would be supported by his roots, his team, his family and life partner in business and life, Lisa.

Gloria Jean Sarginger, 68, a resident at Elk Haven Nursing Home, passed away Monday, January 29, 2024 at Elk Haven.

She was born December 9, 1955 in St. Marys, a daughter to the late Albert J. and Margaret Seelye Sarginger.  She attended St. Marys Schools.

Gloria was a breath of fresh air to everyone who knew her.  She enjoyed shopping, jewelry, and each day was a good day, especially with a can of Pepsi.  She will be deeply missed.

Sharon R. Bradley              

Sharon R. Bradley, 83, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Coudersport, passed away in her home with her loving family by her side on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, after a long illness.

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.

Tammy Lynn (Fuller) Miller, 56, of Derrick Road, Bradford, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Olean General Hospital.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Dr. Doris Borchert, Trailblazing Seminary Professor 

Doris Ann BORCHERT, 88, a long-time seminary professor and great-grandmother, passed away on Tuesday morning, January 30, 2024, leaving behind her husband of sixty-four years, Dr. Gerald Leo Borchert, 91, a New Testament scholar. 

Dr. Doris Borchert served as a Professor of Christian Education and Director of Supervised Ministry at North American Baptist Seminary in Sioux Falls, SD, Northern Baptist Theological Seminary in Chicago, Southern Baptist Seminary in Louisville, KY, and the Webber Institute for Worship Studies in Jacksonville, FL.

A trailblazer in her role as a seminary professor, she served on faculties dominated by males. With her charm, grace, and commitment to her calling, she won over many students wary of a female seminary professor.  Her Spiritual Formations classes were always filled quickly, and her students flocked to her office for her wise advice on difficult decisions.

“The story of Esther gives me courage to face things I don’t want to face,” Borchert told a reporter in 1996. “Her biblical witness has been a model for me and has challenged me where I need to be challenged.”

Doris Borchert was a graduate of Eastern College (now University), Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary (now Palmer Theological Seminary), and Andover Newton Theological School where she earned her doctorate.  She traveled and taught in over sixteen countries and served the Baptist World Alliance on the Evangelism and Education Commission, and the Christian Education workgroup.

Donna J. SCHOTT, 90, of Galeton, PA, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in her home surrounded by love.  

Born July 31, 1933, in Galeton, she was the daughter of Raymond Dean and Leah Rukgaber Connelly.  She was a graduate of Galeton Area High School where she was described with a one-word description “argumentative” and Clown College which launched a much loved spree of parades, balloons and laughs with her beloved Bang Bang.  

Donna was a lifelong resident of Galeton, where she devoted herself to family and community.  On June 3, 1956, in the First Presbyterian Church in Galeton, she married James W. Schott, who predeceased her on January 5, 1992.  

Donna was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Galeton, Order of the Eastern Star, serving as secretary, Past President of Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Poco Clowns, Gaines Kitchen Band, Galetones, and BandAid. 

Louise E. KEMP, nee Abbott, 91, of Charleston, WV, died Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in English Meadows, Scott Depot, WV.  

A complete obituary will be announced by Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA.  

Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.

Jean P. Bickford, 93, of Warren, OH passed away on January 28, 2024 at Hospice House.

She was born February 6, 1930 in Kane, PA, a daughter of the late Alfred W. Peterson and the late Carrie (Lindholm) Peterson. On October 24, 1951 she married Duane W. Bickford and they spent the next 52 years together until his passing on May 28, 2003.

Jean was a graduate of Smethport Pennsylvania High School, and attended the Bradford Hospital School of Nursing. She went on to work as a registered nurse with Dr. Joseph E. Burns for 32 years.

Jean was a member of St. John Lutheran Church where she sang in the choir, played the organ and was involved with the Prayer Shawl Ministry and WELCA. She was also a member of the Shepherd of the Valley Nursing Home Board of Directors.