Olivia C. “Missy” Hartman, 97, of 30 Kinzua Avenue, Kane, PA
Olivia C. “Missy” Hartman, 97, of 30 Kinzua Avenue, Kane, PA passed away Monday (Jan. 22) at the Lutheran Home in Kane, where she had currently resided. Born Feb. 9, 1926 in Chambersburg PA, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Dorothy (Hinkel) Crider. She married Merle R. Hartman in Chambersburg in 1950. He preceded her in death in 1992.
She attended Wilson College in Chambersburg, receiving a Bachelors of Fine Arts, and then attended Penn State where she received a Masters degree in Theater Arts. She received her teaching certificate from Edinboro University. She taught art and theater art in the Kane Junior and Senior High Schools for more than 20 years, retiring in the early 1980’s.
Missy was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Kane, where she was a member of the choir and the Women’s Circle. She was also a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, the Kane Garden Club, The Kane Studio Art Group and later the Kane Creative Arts League. She co-founded the Kane Players Theater Group and was a prior recipient of the Kane Chamber Citizen of the Year award. Missy also volunteered at the Friends Memorial Library.
Albert L. Reist, 94, of Warren, PA
Albert L. Reist, 94, of Warren, PA, died Tuesday morning, January 23, 2024, at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA., after an extended illness.
He was born August 27, 1929 in Warren, PA., to the late Charles and Mina Stoddard Reist. Albert was a lifelong Warren area resident. Albert had served with the U.S. Army as a Corporal during the Korean War. He was a self-employed contractor building numerous homes in the Warren County area. He was a member of the Youngsville American Legion.
He is survived by his 5 children – Sherry Smith of Youngsville, PA., Robert (Bob) Reist and wife, Joan of Warren, PA., Tim Reist of Youngsville, PA., Linda Kasaback of Ludlow, PA., Cathy Yeskey of Youngsville, PA., 1 Sister – Mary Chapel, of Warren, PA., 8 Grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy L. Berlin Reist who died June 5, 2021, whom he married January 16, 1954, at Whig Hill, Forest Co., PA., 2 Brothers – Robert and Richard Reist, 2 Sisters – Rose Reist, Barbara Cook 1 Granddaughter – Casey Reist.
A private service will be conducted at the convenience of the family. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with final arrangements.
Linea L. Simons, 70, of Shinglehouse, PA
“beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother”
Linea L. Simons, 70, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, in UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on Wednesday, September 16, 1953 in Lackawanna, NY, she was a daughter of Vergil S. and Alyene O. Karr Smith. On November 25, 1972 in Shinglehouse, she married Howard P. “Scuff” Simons, who survives.
Linea was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School, Class of 1971 in Shinglehouse. She later attended Williamsport Community College and later the University of Pittsburgh in Bradford.
Linea was employed by the former Olean American Tile Plant in Olean, NY, AVX Corporation in Olean, Cutco Corporation in Olean where she was a line worker, and by the former Dr. Clark’s Veterinary Office in Portville, NY. She was later employed in the Mental Health Unit at the former St. Francis Hospital in Olean and lastly as a waitress at Perkins Restaurant and Friendly’s Restaurant, both in Olean. Linea also babysat many local children in town, they all loved her!!
Linea was a former member of the Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department and a life member of the former Shinglehouse Volunteer Firemen’s Ladies Auxiliary. She loved riding her Honda trike with her husband, Scuff. She also loved scrapbooking and traveling, the most memorable being their trip to the redwoods in California and all points in between. Her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially with her great-grandchildren.
Causer, Dush Announce $15.5 Million Funding for Shinglehouse Wastewater Treatment Improvements
HARRISBURG – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) and Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) today announced nearly $15.5 million in funding for Shinglehouse Borough’s ongoing wastewater treatment plant improvements.
The funding comes in the form of a $5.99 million low-interest loan at a term of just 1%, as well as a $9.5 million grant. Both the loan and grant were awarded by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) at its meeting Wednesday.
“This is a necessary investment in public health, as well as the health of our infrastructure systems in Shinglehouse,” Causer said. “It is so important to ensure our communities can properly treat their wastewater to protect our clean water supply. I was pleased to support this funding.”
“As is the case in most rural communities, meaningful and sustained economic recovery begins with adequately funding and maintaining a safe, reliable and clean water and sewer infrastructure,” said Dush. “I am confident that Shinglehouse Borough will apply both this grant and low-interest loan as investments toward responsible environmental stewardship, to ensure a healthier ecosystem and safeguard the well-being of aquatic life. By qualifying for this highly competitive state financing, Shinglehouse Borough will be able to significantly upgrade the sewer wastewater treatment plant and meet the water quality needs of their community for years to come.”
The borough is entering the second phase of its plan to make necessary upgrades to its wastewater treatment facility, which includes installing essential treatment equipment. Upgrades included a new grit removal system, clarifiers, effluent pumps and controls, and a new pre-anaerobic reactor tank. The existing chlorine contact tank will be structurally rehabilitated with concrete and an epoxy coating system. Also, a new headworks building will be constructed as part of the project.
The wastewater treatment system serves 531 households in the borough and three in Sharon Township.
Since its inception in 1988, PENNVEST has served communities and citizens by funding sewer, storm water and drinking water projects across the Commonwealth. PENNVEST funding does not come from the state’s General Fund budget, but through the use of federal funding and prior bond issues by the state, as well as proceeds from Act 13 of 2012, the Marcellus Shale Impact Fee.
Gas Wells Started in Middlebury Township
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 1/17/2024 at site Taft 77HU 53677 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-17 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 1/16/2024 at site Taft 76HU 53676 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-16 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
| SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC Reports Drilling Started (SPUD) in Middlebury Twp Township |
| Description: SENECA RESOURCES CO LLC reports drilling started on 1/16/2024 at site Taft 74HU 53674 in Middlebury Twp township, Tioga county |
| Incident Date/Time: 2024-01-16 00:00:00 |
| Tags: PADEP, frack, spud, drilling |
Volunteer to Deliver Meals on Wheels
Got time to make a difference?
Volunteer to Deliver Meals on Wheels
For the Allegany County Office for the Aging
The Office for the Aging has an immediate need for volunteers willing to deliver Meals on Wheels in the Alfred/Almond area. As a volunteer, you would receive a meal on the day you deliver and you can be reimbursed for your mileage.
If you have about an hour to spare around the noon hour and would be willing to deliver meals to your elderly neighbors, please call the Office for the Aging at (585) 268-9390 or toll free 1-866-268-9390 and ask for Karen Chamberlain.
Linea L. Simons, 70, of Shinglehouse, PA
Linea L. Simons, 70, of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, in UPMC Cole Place, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Arrangements, entrusted to the compassionate 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.
Donald R. “Bear” Dalrymple, 65, of Coudersport, PA
Donald R. “Bear” Dalrymple, 65, of Coudersport, PA passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024, at UPMC-Cole.
Bear was born on July 19, 1958, in San Mateo, CA, the son of the late Linda Dalrymple.
Bear worked many years for Level 3 as a computer programmer and later worked for Ithaca College. Bear was a member of Gospel Tabernacle, Coudersport and enjoyed playing guitar and riding his motorcycle. Bear was also a Pastor in Texas and helped at various churches in the Coudersport area.
Bear is survived by a brother, David Hickey of Lathrop, CA; and close friends; Pastor Joe Gerhart of Karthaus; Roxanne Bencardino of Austin; and Pastor John and Gina Minor of Coudersport.
A celebration of Bear’s life will be held Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 6:00 pm, at the Gospel Tabernacle, 420 Route 6 West, Coudersport, with Pastor John Minor, officiating.
The family has entrusted Bear’s arrangements to the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home, 210 N. East St., Coudersport. To share a memory or condolence visit www.thomasfickinger.com.
Austin VFD Ambulance Certifies For Next 3 Years with On-Site Inspection
Austin Volunteer Fire Department
AVFD provides our community with 2 BLS Ambulances & 1 Quick Response Unit! The PA Department of Health, Emergency Medical Services Office, licenses air and ground ambulances and certifies quick response services. Every 3 years each agency must go through licensure renewal, which consists of an application process and on site inspection. AVFD completed this process today and successfully renewed our license for another 3 years!
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College
712 PM EST Tue Jan 23 2024
…ICY SPOTS REMAIN POSSIBLE OVER THE HIGH TERRAIN…
Temperatures have risen above freezing over most of the region.
However, the threat of light freezing rain on the ridgetops will
remain through Wednesday morning. If traveling over the higher
terrain, be alert for icy spots.
James H. “Jim” Cochran, age 82, of Wellsboro, PA
James H. “Jim” Cochran, age 82, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
He was born on January 5, 1942 in Wellsboro, PA, a son of the late Hiel and Loretta (Patt) Cochran and was married for 60 years to Linda L. (King) Cochran.
Jim was a lifelong truck driver and had driven for the H. W. Taynton Trucking Company, Wellsboro, PA for 20 years. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Potter County Community Garden Gearing Up for a Third Season of Growing.
It may be cold and snowing but plans for the 2024 Potter County Community Garden are springing into action. Applications for garden plots were released to the public on Monday, January 15th, and will be accepted until all spaces have been claimed. Three new plots were added to the garden in the fall, bringing the total to thirty-one garden beds with four being raised for handicapped or disability access.
William C. “Bill” Henry, 87, of Warren, PA, formerly of Lakewood, FL
William C. “Bill” Henry, 87, of Warren, PA, formerly of Lakewood, FL, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in East Brady, PA, on April 28, 1936, the son of the late John and Florence Henry. Bill was a graduate of East Brady High School Class of 1954. He retired as a mechanical engineer, May 1, 1996, after 21 years of service from Cummins, Inc. of Lakewood, NY. He was of the Catholic faith and a former member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Warren, PA.
Bill enjoyed baseball and played every chance he got; in his later years he also played softball for local adult leagues in Warren and the surrounding areas. He enjoyed motorcycles, boating, hunting, snowmobiling, and golfing in Florida. In his later years he found a passion for model trains and airplanes. Bill was a member of the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club. He and his wife, Kathryn, enjoyed traveling and for their 50th wedding anniversary, they went on a cruise to Hawaii.
On August 24, 1957, he married Kathryn Bearfield in East Brady, PA and they spent 66 loving years together.
Eric W. Tampuu, 47, of Main St., Roulette, PA
Eric W. Tampuu, 47, of Main St., Roulette, PA passed away unexpectedly Sunday (Jan. 14, 2024) from injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident.
Born December 27, 1976, he was a son of Vello and Joanne Covone Tampuu.
Eric was a resident of the area for 14 years coming from New Jersey. He was a graduate of Lakewood High School, Lakewood, NJ, class of 1995.
He was a self-employed mason and logger for several years.
Eric was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling.
Surviving in addition to his mother, Joanne Tampuu of Port Allegany, are two sons, Eric W. Tampuu, Jr. of Bricktown, NJ, Travis H, Tampuu of New Egypt, NJ; a daughter, Alyssa Tampuu of New Egypt, NJ; a granddaughter, River Rose Tampuu of Bricktown, NJ; two brothers, Marcus J. Tampuu of Port Allegany, and Anthony V. Tampuu of Toms River, NJ.
Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday (Jan. 27, 2024) at 11 a.m. in the Switzer Funeral Home, Port Allegany, with Rev. J.T. Madison, officiating.
Condolences can be made to: Marcus J. Tampuu, 999 Coleman Mills Rd., Port Allegany, PA 16743.
Eleanor M. Carpenter, age 93, of Westfield, PA
Eleanor M. Carpenter, age 93, of Westfield, PA passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at the Green Home in Wellsboro.
Born June 2, 1930 in Gowanda, NY, she was the daughter of the late Martin and Mary (Klancer) Matekovich. She married Embert L. “Carpy” Carpenter in 1948 and they shared 64 years together until his passing on September 8, 2013.
Eleanor was a graduate of Gowanda High School and Westbrook Commercial Academy in Olean, NY. She was employed by Clark Brothers Co. in Wellsville, NY and the Free Press Courier in Westfield.
She was a member of the Clymer Baptist Church.
Eleanor is survived by her sons, James D. (Charis) Carpenter of Newport News, VA and Richard K. Carpenter of Westfield; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Per Eleanor’s wishes, there will be no services held.
Burial will follow a private family service in Card Creek Cemetery, Roulette, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Clymer Baptist Church, PO Box 5, Sabinsville, PA 16943 or to the Sabinsville Ambulance Association, PO Box 156, Sabinsville, PA 16943. Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Westfield. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.
Fern Plumley, 93 of Cowanesque, PA
Fern Plumley, 93 of Cowanesque, PA passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Saturday, January 20, 2024.
Fern was born April 14, 1930 in Brookfield Township Pa. She was the daughter of the late Iva (Cleveland) Vanzile and was adopted at an early age by her aunt, the late Margaret VanZile.
She was preceded in death in September 2000 by her husband of 51 years, Francis Plumley, the love of her life.
She remained mentally sharp, generous in spirit and deed, appreciative of visits with her friends, family and was a faithful member of The Cowanesque United Methodist Church for 70 plus years. She held many positions in the church.
She was a wonderful caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Fern was extremely close with her family. Her life was happy and joyful. Her positive uplifting approach to life was an inspiration to all that knew her. Fern always had an open door for family and friends.
Fern enjoyed many activities. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, hiking, traveling, sewing, knitting, crocheting, snowmobiling, camping, the great outdoors and she made an amazing 70 afghans to share.
She was a lifetime member of The Cowanesque Rod & Gun Club. She was inducted into the Voter Hall of Fame (50 years).
Fern was a 1947 graduate of Westfield High School. She taught Sunday School in the United Methodist Church and led the United Methodist Church Women’s Group for many years.
Fern worked at Clark’s Drug Store, Galeton Production, Northern Tioga School District and was co-owner and Manager of the VanZile Home for the Aged until her retirement. Her sweet, thoughtful and compassionate care was known throughout the area.
She was proud of the Cowanesque Valley School District, Church and her community for which she was active and involved.
Philip Green Jr., 62, of N. Tionesta Ave. in Kane, PA
Philip Green Jr., 62, of N. Tionesta Ave. in Kane, PA passed away Saturday (Jan. 20) at Penn Highlands Dubois. Born March 18, 1961 in Port Allegany, he is the son of Philip (Harvetta) Green Sr. and the late Donna (Klawuhn) Dugener. On June 4, 2005, in Kane, he married Jill Weirich, who survives.
Phil was retired from Kane Innovations.He was a member of the Kane VFW, the Kane Eagles Club and the Wilcox Sportsman club. He was also a very active member of the Kane Country Club. He loved hunting, fishing, golfing and traveling with his wife.